Truman Edward Bond

Truman Edward "Ed" Bond passed away surrounded by loved ones at home on July 7th, 2024, under hospice care for a sudden illness. Born on March 12, 1942, in Steubenville, OH, he was a loving father to Eddie and Dawn. He was raised in Weirton, WV and after graduating from Weir High School, he enlisted in the Air Force where he was trained as a radio and radar repairman. After his honorable discharge, he married Lois Jean Sellnow of Beloit, WI and began a long career that included installing and testing radio and microwave towers in the United States, the Philippines, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Syria; managing sewer and drainage pipeline installation in the Washington Metropolitan area; and finally managing projects for the Department of Defense. In 1972, he bought the house in Manassas in which he lived the rest of his life. He was a generous neighbor and always helped others in any way that he could. His friendly front porch became famous for trying to solve the many problems of the world and watching the Wiffle Ball Championships of the World that were played by family and friends in the court below. He was a member of the ELKS Lodge #2355 and the American Legion Post #10. He was an avid fisherman and spent many weekend days fishing the Potomac, Shenandoah, and Rappahannok rivers. He also enjoyed hunting, shooting, playing cards, and reading political books. Starting in his early 40's, he spent over 20 years training in the martial art of Hap Ki Do under Master Cha Sok Park. He achieved Master Black Belt status and made many lifelong friends. During that time his son gave him the nickname "Old One". He is survived by his son, Edward (Susan) Bond, daughter, Dawn (Pink) Benson, eight grandchildren, Carl, Paul, Jesse, Spenser, Gary (Sami), Evan, Sara, Ryan, and four great-grandchildren, Cayden, Daniel, Liam, and Lucien, as well as his brother David (Martha) Bond, sister Sherry (Harry) Ortwein and sister-in-law Bonny Bond. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Virginia, and brothers Richard, James, and Robert. Visitation will be at Pierce Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10-11a.m., followed by a memorial service, and then a reception from 12-4p.m. on site in their banquet hall.

Truman Edward Bond

March 12, 1942 - July 7, 2024