The Life of Millicent Aycock

It is with heavy hearts we share that Millicent “Midge” Aycock of Alexandria, VA passed away unexpectedly on December 17, 2021. To us she was a mom, mother-in-law, grandmother, friend...and most importantly, a steady and positive light in our lives.

Survived by her son Jonathan Aycock, spouse Corinne Aycock, and three grandchildren: Olivia, Hannah, and Zachary. She is predeceased by her husband Marlyn Aycock, son Timothy Aycock, sister Miriam (Bloom) Curtis, and brother Charles Bloom. Midge used her intellect, kindness, and spirit for adventure to create wonderful events and lasting memories. She will be dearly missed by all.

Midge was born on July 21, 1934 in North Branch, MN to parents Herbert and Mildred (Ahl) Bloom. She attended North Branch High School and graduated from The University of Minnesota, majoring in education in 1956. After graduation, she became a teacher and married Marlyn Aycock. Over the next few years they were able to live and work in Richmond, VA; London, England; Frankfurt, Germany; and Louisville, KY, before establishing a home base in Alexandria, VA in 1965. Midge was a Regional Manager of Operations for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM). She was also actively involved in the Alexandria community, giving her time to Good Shepherd Lutheran, the Board of Lady Managers, and the Timothy Aycock Melanoma Research Foundation (TAMRF).

Viewing to be held on Tuesday, December 21, from 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. at the Everly-Wheatley Funeral Home, 1500 W. Braddock Rd., Alexandria, VA  22302. Funeral services and a celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, December 22, at 1:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 100 W. Luray Ave., Alexandria, VA, 22301.