BYRON LEE ALSOP
Born March 31, 1931 in Newport News. VA, lost his battle with cancer on April 16, 2018. Byron graduated from Washington & Lee High School in Arlington, VA. Byron then worked for American Airlines at National Airport. He retired from the airlines and then embarked upon a successful career in the Coin Laundry Industry. As a child he collected Lionel Trains with his brother Edward and later clocks which chime through his house to this day. Byron also had a strong interest in antique automobiles and airplanes. His interest in Automobiles was so strong that he belonged and participated in the Classic Car Club of America, Antique Automobile Club of America and The CADILLAC LaSALLE Club. Byron belonged to both the local and national factions of all three clubs. He acquired two highly desirable antique Cadillac automobiles which he loved to show and drive on tours. Driving the cars gave him a spirit of adventure and he truly enjoyed it. He was known for his great sense of humor, incredible knowledge of history, geography and his generosity, kindness and love of people. Being a football fan Byron enjoyed the Washington Redskins. Byron will be greatly missed by his many friends, neighbors and family. He is survived by his loving wife, Alida, son, Thomas and wife Marianne, step daughter Peggy and son, Mark. Services Private.