Barbu Dinu Alim of Alexandria, VA died while vacationing with his wife in New Zealand on Sunday, March 4, 2012. He is survived by his wife Carol Bill Alim of Alexandria, Va; two brothers Dan Alim and his wife Lynn of Lake Gaston, NC and Gene Alim of Vienna, VA. He is also survived by numerous nephews and nieces. Friends may call the Demaine Funeral Home, 520 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 where the family will be present on Tuesday, March 13th from 6:00-9:00pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, March 14th at 10:00am at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 310 S. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Interment with Full Military Honors will be held on Wednesday, May 16th at 1:00pm at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the Virginia Grand Military Band.