With profound shock and sadness, the Fairfax County NAACP branch announces the sudden passing of our president, Michelle Leete. The esteemed president and unwavering advocate for civil rights has passed, leaving a void in the hearts of those she served alongside and a legacy of tireless dedication to justice, equality, and community empowerment.
The Fairfax County NAACP branch family is grieving this significant loss, and extend deepest condolences to President Leete’s family, loved ones, colleagues, and the entire community she served so passionately. An active NAACP Fairfax County branch member and a member of its Executive Committee since 2013, President Leete served in many capacities, including Treasurer and Vice President, before being elected president for the 2023-2024 term.
Details regarding memorial arrangements and community gatherings to honor President Leete’s memory were unconfirmed. The Fairfax County NAACP branch is working diligently to ensure that the events reflect her profound impact on the community.
Further information and updates will be posted on Fairfax County NAACP’s social media platforms. President Michelle Leete may be gone, but her indomitable spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those she inspired and served.
