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Arrangements for Bill are being planned.  Please check back for updates.  Condolences and tributes may be made by using the memories link on this page.  

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Maria Rosa Walter, 89, a longtime resident of Lothian, died November 18, 2024.  Born in Baltimore on August 8, 1935 to the late Anthony and Frances Glorioso, she graduated from Forest Park High School in Baltimore in 1953.  She worked for many years as the office manager for Hotel and Restaurant Workers Union, Local #7, retiring in 2000.  Maria was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in West River, MD, and her hobbies included knitting, gardening, crossword puzzles, golf and line dancing.

In addition to her parents, Maria was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Amos Walter; a son, Ronald Walter; and two grandsons, Jacob and Griffin Walter.

Maria is survived by her sons, Stephen and his wife Kaye Phillips of St. Petersburg, FL, Anthony and his wife Wynn Phillips of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Christopher and his wife Varanda Phillips of Anacortes, WA, and Steven and his wife Maria Walter of Lothian; her grandchildren, Chase and Alec Phillips, Taylor Pimental, Nicholas Sieh, and Isabel, Sophie, Holly, Joey and Vincent Walter; seven great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.

Relatives and friends are invited to Maria’s life celebration on Friday, November 22, 2024 from 11 AM- 1 PM, with a brief time for sharing remembrances at 12:30 PM, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, the family would deeply appreciate donations in Maria’s memory be made to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231, or the National Kidney Foundation, 1600 Tysons Blvd., McLean, VA 22102.


Wayne Weikert, a resident of Annapolis, MD passed away on Saturday, November 16 at home surrounded by his family after a battle with brain cancer. 

Wayne was born in Baltimore, MD to the late Daniel and Helen Weikert. He graduated from Severna Park High School and attended Virginia Tech where he received his Masters in mechanical engineering.  He was a co-op student at David Taylor Research Center in Annapolis and returned to work there until transferring over to the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Carderock's David Taylor Model Basin.  Prior to retiring, he served as Deputy Department Head, Signatures Division for 4 years.  Upon his retirement, he was presented with the Department of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Award for “outstanding meritorious service for and significant contributions to the United States Navy.”

He was a loving, generous, and devoted husband, father, uncle, and friend.  The highlight of his life was becoming a father and raising his daughter, Alexis.  He was a true Marylander who loved nothing better than spending time and sharing laughs with family and friends over some steamed blue crabs.  His favorite places were anywhere near the water, be it boating or the beach.  Wayne enjoyed traveling with his wife Sylvie, learning about new things, and playing golf and pickle ball.  He was also a devoted Virginia Tech Hokie fan.  Wayne was a wonderful man who will be greatly missed by all those who loved him.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Sylvie Kramer Weikert and his loving daughter, Alexis Weikert.  In addition to his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Weikert, Jr.

Friends and family are invited to a Memorial Mass at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD on Saturday, November 23 at 11 am followed by a memorial gathering in Seelos Hall.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/ or the National Brain Tumor Society https://www.aacr.org/patients-caregivers/patient-advocacy/resource/national-brain-tumor-society/ . 

Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Funeral service will be held on Monday, November 25 at 11:30 am at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD. Interment will follow at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery in Annapolis. Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

Ann Swann Lown “Granny”or “Polly”, a 12-year resident of Edgewater, and previously of  Annapolis, Upper Marlboro, MD and Washington, D.C. passed away on November 15, 2024, in Annapolis, MD.

She was born on December 5, 1926 on her family’s farm in Issue, Maryland to the late Thomas D. and Annie L. Swann. She attended Strayer Secretarial College, now Strayer University. 

Ann worked as a secretary at the U.S. House of Representatives for Congressmen James Hanley and William Bates, and for the National Retail Federation and Citibank of the National Capital Region.

Ann was a parishioner at St. Marys / St. John Neumann in Annapolis, and a former parishioner at Holy Family in Mitchellville, MD, St. Francis Xavier in Washington, DC and Holy Ghost in Issue, MD.

She adored her children, grandchildren, and her pets; Trouble, Whiskey, Smokey and Angus. She enjoyed attending church dinners, mums in the fall, water battles on the farm and John Grisham books.

Ann is survived by her three daughters; Susan Lown of Arnold, MD, Linda Stark and her husband Gary and Mary Griffies of Edgewater. She is also survived by her five grandchildren, Marc Hughes, Douglas Griffies, Jessica Stark Burris, Margaret Lillian Stark, Rebecca Hughes Small and her 6 great-grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 9 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. The interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Ann’s memory can be made to either, the, <a href="https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/Default.aspx?tsid=11585&ovr_acv_id=16821&campaignSource=ONLINE&source=BS24001AAABRXAA&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi_G5BhDXARIsAN5SX7qU09Bt-qu6jufKa8nSJDkIXh0MYDrKU93HelbyfB2rf8XP2iNm3-waAqEiEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds" >Wounded Warrior Project</a> , P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516, or to the 
<a href="https://help.dav.org/page/70784/donate/1?
or to <a href"https://secure.toysfortots.org/a/furthersearch?&ms=FD_PM_FR_FY24_Sitelinks_Donation&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi_G5BhDXARIsAN5SX7pHWiVobuhPsw339AMgOr1vSCBw7Dh1lLiHiGB6H6oUBH5C8QZr4Z8aAv9yEALw_wcB">Toys for Tots</a> at Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, Gift Processing Administrator, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive Triangle, VA 22172. or to <a href="https://help.dav.org/page/66818/donate/1?ea.tracking.id=fund_webihv&en_txn6=F24FN028AAHVAA&utm_campaign=fund&utm_medium=mainweb&utm_source=ihv&utm_content=wtgmenu_donate&_gl=1*hdpc0u*_gcl_au*OTg4OTU2Nzg5LjE3MzIwMzg4Nzc." >Disabled American Veterans</a>

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A Memorial will be offered on Wednesday, December 4 at 10 am at Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Road, Edgewater. Interment will follow at 1 pm at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD. Online tributes and condolences can be made by using the memories link on the left of this page.

Ida Jean Henshaw Glover passed away on November 12, 2024, at age 94, surrounded by the love of her daughters. She was born on July 3, 1930, in Washington, DC to the late Edmund and Edna Henshaw.  

While working at the FBI, Jean earned her associate’s degree from Chevy Chase Community College and studied psychology at George Washington University at night. She met Joe, the love of her life, in a church group and they were married in February 1958 during an historic blizzard. After initially living in Alexandria, VA, where they welcomed their three girls, they moved to La Plata, MD in 1968, where they made their home in the rural community for 45 years.

Jean worked as a Vision and Hearing Technician for the Charles County school system for 16 years and, upon retirement, started a 30-year career as a realtor/property manager for Davis Realty.

Jean was a Charles County Fair Board Director for 30 years, serving as its President for over 10 years.  As a member of the La Plata Methodist Church for over 40 years, Jean sang in the choir and served in several leadership positions.  In 2002, she was Chairwoman of the Board of Trustees when a tornado caused major damage to the church, and she spent six years overseeing re-construction.

Jean was gentle, generous, and courageous. She was devoted to her faith and community, giving back whenever she could. She was a skilled craftswoman who enjoyed keeping her hands busy and creating beautiful keepsakes for her family and friends.

Jean was an avid quilter, having designed and sewn more than 100 beautiful quilts for her children, grandchildren, family, and friends.  She loved to garden, ensuring her yard always had colorful flowers in bloom.  Her sweet dogs, Ginger and Nina, brought great joy to her life and Jean started many holiday traditions that will be kept alive through her children and grandchildren.  Jean was a strong, independent woman who loved her family and took on life’s challenges, ensuring she lived her 94 years to the fullest.

In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Glover, her sister, Martha Davis Henshaw McClanahan, and her brother, Edmund Lee Henshaw, Jr. She is survived by her devoted daughters, Janice (Bill) Neudorfer, Jacquelyn (Michael) Mattingly, and Jennifer (Michael) Levendusky; her beloved grandchildren, Jessica, Jason, Kara, Emily, David, Nick, Leah, and Anna; her five great-grandchildren; and many loving cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Jean’s life on Wednesday, November 20 from 3 to 6 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. Her funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 21 at 10 am at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1300 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401. Interment will follow at La Plata United Methodist Church Cemetery, 11950 Charles Street, La Plata, MD 20646. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society (P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 217410 or online <a href="https://donate.cancer.org/?campaign=search&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaignid=11361949398&utm_adgroupid=117026193771&utm_keyword=donate%20cancer.org&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA3Na5BhAZEiwAzrfagDIgZDYXvIMpR9lih9b_-7idVLIZ4nFGPVuXN7aCTx2onE-9raI7khoC2akQAvD_BwE">here</a>).

Katherine Ann Schultz (Kathy), 83, of Annapolis, Maryland, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones at the Ginger Cove Retirement Community.

Kathy was born on January 23, 1941, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, to Preston Smith and Gertrude Lehman. She grew up in a loving family and pursued her passion for caring for others by studying nursing at Susquehanna University and Jefferson University from 1959 to 1962. While at Susquehanna, she met the love of her life, Thomas T. Schultz (Ted), and the two married on September 2, 1961, beginning a beautiful 60-year journey together.

Shortly after their marriage, Ted was drafted into the United States Army, and Kathy relocated to South Carolina while Ted served. In 1962 they welcomed their first child, Judith Schultz. After Ted’s discharge from the Army, the family moved to Baltimore, where Ted began a successful career with National Cash Register Corporation, and in 1965 they welcomed their second child, Christine Schultz.

In the late 1960s, Ted and Kathy visited Annapolis and would routinely drive past the World War II Memorial and the United States Naval Academy. Captivated by the beauty and charm of the area, they decided to make Annapolis their forever home. This decision marked the beginning of a new chapter in their lives.

In 1970, Kathy gave birth to their third child, Sandra Schultz. The following year, Ted and Kathy took a leap of faith and opened their own tax accounting business in Annapolis. Kathy served as the office manager, and for over 50 years, she was a pillar of warmth and professionalism, building lasting relationships with clients and their families.

In 1974, their family grew again with the birth of their son, Timothy Schultz.

Kathy’s devotion to her community was as unwavering as her love for her family. She was a dedicated volunteer at Anne Arundel Medical Center, where her kindness touched countless lives. Kathy was also a cherished member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Arnold, where she found joy in serving others.

Above all, Kathy was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her greatest pride came from nurturing her family. She was their rock, a quiet but steady force who always supported them from behind the scenes. Kathy led with compassion, love, and grace, embodying the true spirit of a servant leader.

Kathy’s sense of adventure, shared with Ted, brought them great joy. Together, they traveled around the country by RV and boat, exploring new places and making memories wherever they went. Kathy had a love for life that shone through in everything she did—whether it was dancing, listening to music, or simply spending time with her children and grandchildren. She adored her dog, Doc, who was always by her side.

Kathy is preceded in death by her husband, Ted, and her parents, Preston and Gertrude. She is survived by her sister Sara Hampton and brother Daniel Smith. She leaves behind her four children: Judith, (Jake Bernstein), Christine, (Mannie Rodriguez), Sandra, (Michael Blair), and Timothy, (Kristen Schultz). She will also be dearly missed by her grandchildren, Jessica, Hannah, and Hayden.

Kathy’s love, kindness, and devotion will remain in the hearts of all who knew her. She lived a life full of love, service, and grace, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by her family, friends, and community for generations to come.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation in Kathy’s honor.  The family will hold a private memorial service at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Annapolis, Maryland.   


Julia Preston  a lifelong spiritual seeker, was that rarity who took seriously
her love of family, friends and a dedication to service, but did not take herself
seriously. Julia was born March 13, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Mary Innes and George McNeely Belsterling. She attended Lower Merion High School 
and graduated from Endicott College in 1959.

After graduation, Julia moved to Washington, DC to work for the CIA as an administrative assistant. She met her first husband, John Harold Coffey, Jr. on a blind date in 1960; they married a year later on September 16, 1961 and had one 
daughter, Kristin. Though the marriage ended, they remained friendly. 
Julia married twice more, both times to Louis F. Baum, Sr.

Julia had a long and varied career. She first re-entered the workforce after
being a stay-at-home mom for several years, starting as a secretarial floater for a law firm, now known as Aaron Fox Schiff. Julia worked her way up to become AFS’ Personnel Manager which was an impressive feat for a woman in the 1960s. Thereafter, she spent most of her professional life in sales. She sold everything from funeral pre-arrangements and life insurance to luxury lifestyle accessories. Julia retired from the men’s department at Nordstrom‘s Annapolis location.  Her job at Nordstrom checked all of the boxes on her exceedingly specific list of requirements for acceptable places to work (specifically: beautiful environment, high standard of service, calm atmosphere, easily amenable customers, no take-home work and live piano music).  She won sales awards and was recognized an “All Star” by the company.

On a spiritual path and as a lifelong learner, Julia made deep dives into
the metaphysical. She was a trained facilitator at The Institute for the
Advancement of Service (formerly Institute of Attitudinal Healing), volunteering
for many years in Old Town, Alexandria. She used her insights and writing skills
to self publish two inspirational books: “Amusings” and “Voices in my Head.”
In her later years, Julia dedicated her time to help heal the planet by working 
and writing in evolving metaphysical circles.

Known for her wry sense of humor, easy laugh, and charmingly delightful
manner, Julia immediately put those around her at ease. Self-effacing, 
she found joy in the mundane as well as awe, wonder and gratitude for the 
good in life. Diagnosed with triple threat cancer, she faced her last chapter
with courage, calm and curiosity about “this next new adventure”! Julia died
on November 12, 2024 exactly as she had planned. She was comfortably at
home, beautifully tended to by her daughter, Kristin, all the while receiving visits from
numerous friends and family who came to say their goodbyes…Just as she wished it to be.

Julia is survived by her daughter, Kristin Coffey Zeender; three granddaughters,
Katarina Heidi Zeender, Annelise Julia Zeender and Brigitta Zeender 
Pachucki (Colin); her sister, Betsy Jordan (Jack); her beloved nieces and nephews, Julia Edelson (Greg), Connie Jordan-Haas and John Jordan (Shannon) and seven great nieces and nephews and two great great nephews. Julia was predeceased by her parents and sister, Jean Innes Belsterling. A private Celebration of Life is planned for a later date.
In lieu of flowers, anyone interested in contributing in Julia‘s honor, might
consider St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital or the ASPCA.                                
                              













Charlotte Ann Lanneau Hayes, 82, a resident of Glen Burnie, MD for fifty-four years died of natural causes on Sunday, November 10 at the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Born on April 30, 1942 in Annapolis, MD, Charlotte Ann attended Annapolis High School and worked in various roles at Safeway for more than forty years. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, cooking and shopping. Charlotte Ann is survived by her brother, Charles J. Lanneau of Davidsonville, MD and was preceded in death by her former husband, David Hayes. Friends are invited to celebrate Charlotte Ann's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Saturday, November 16 from 10 am until her funeral service begins at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

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