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Brian Clayton Spencer of Annapolis, Maryland, passed peacefully into heaven at his home surrounded by family on August 26, 2025.

Brian was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on May 24, 1940 to Lester and Esther Spencer.
Brian loved the outdoors and camping since he was a child. He was a Boy Scout and a Boy Scout Counselor for several summers in his late teens/early 20s.

He received a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from the University of Wisconsin in 1962.

Brian moved to California, where he met his loving wife, Joan, who he married in 1964.
Brian began his career in 1962 working for defense contractors including Douglas Aircraft, IBM, Lockheed, and Lutton Systems as a computer analyst and programmer. He analyzed problems with missile trajectory, telemetry, flight, vibration and stress.

In 1977, he began his career as a Computer Systems Analyst with the federal government. He worked for the FBI (Computer Equipment Analyst), Department of Justice (Assistant Director of Computer Technology and Telecommunications), and the General Accounting Office (Technical Assistant Director of Government-wide and Defense Information Systems). Highlights include working on establishing a data center for DOJ in support of the 1984 summer Olympics, and assessing the impact of the “year 2000” switch on the entire federal government’s computer systems for GAO. He was revered for his technical expertise and was chosen to lead the technically complex GAO audits. He retired in 2000.

He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was an active Christian in the Lutheran church. He loved boating, fishing, crabbing, vegetable gardening and grocery shopping for the “best deal.” He loved to walk. He would walk to the Marc train station from home to work and to grocery stores.

Brian will be deeply missed and is survived by his wife of 61 years, Joan Spencer; his daughters, Laura Loomis (Ramon Matheu) and Nancy McNiff; his grandchildren, Andrew Loomis, David Loomis and Sarah Loomis; and his sister, Karen Kiefer.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 27 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 1370 Defense Highway, Gambrills, MD 21054.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake. https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/., or St. Paul's Lutheran Church at https://www.stpaulscrofton.com/donate.


Relatives and friends are invited to Henry's Life Celebration on Thursday, September 18, 2025 from 10 A.M. until the start of the Masonic Service at 11:30 A.M. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. The Funeral Service will begin at 12:30 P.M. Internment will be held on Monday, September 29, 2025 at 1:45 P.M. at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Robert S Crain Highway, Cheltenham, MD 20623.

Mary Johanna Awad Fratta, a resident of Annapolis and previously of Dunkirk, MD, passed away on August 23, 2025. She was born on May 16, 1935, in Shenandoah, PA, to the late Fred and Helen Awad. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Peter J. Fratta. She is survived by her children, Deborah Koehle (Chris) of Leland, NC, Mark Fratta of Harwood, MD, and Michele Shaw of Prince Frederick, MD; her grandchildren, Michael Villano (Ashley) of Annapolis, MD, Molly MacTaggart (Bobby) of Rockaway, NJ, Dylan Koehle (Lindsey) of Chapin, SC, Megan Sutphin (Travis) of Prince Frederick, MD, Christopher Fratta of Harwood, MD, and Johua Fratta of Harwood, MD; as well as nine great-grandchildren.
A memorial Mass will be offered on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 11 am at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Road, West River, MD 20778; interment will follow in the church cemetery. 

Our beloved mother, JoAnne Dewey, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on August 22, 2025. She was born on July 16, 1951, in Washington, D.C., to Joseph and Carmela Arcuri. She grew up in Maryland, where she graduated from LaReine High School. JoAnne had a great career as a writer for the U. S. Census Bureau. She enjoyed spending time with her family and loved her dog, Jax. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville.

JoAnne was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Dewey, and her father, Joseph Arcuri. She is survived by her daughter, Carmela Windsor of Annapolis, MD; her son, Joseph (Taylor) Dewey of Severn, MD; her mother, Carmela Arcuri of Riva, MD; her sisters, RoseMary (Albert) DeCesaris of Riva, MD, Mary (Thomas deceased) Vendemia of Annapolis, MD, Elizabeth Arcuri of North Haldon, NJ, and Carmela (Donald) Willingham of Annapolis, MD.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate JoAnne's life on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Visitation will be from 10:30 – 11:30 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD 21035. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11:30 am. Interment to follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD 21035.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in JoAnne’s memory to the Celebrate Hope Foundation, 3541 Russell Thomas Lane, Davidsonville, MD. 21035, or you may donate online  

Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.


Lois Louise Weekley Hall, 99, a resident of Annapolis and previously of Greensboro, MD, passed away on August 19, 2025.  Born on October 12, 1925, in Bayou La Batre, AL to the late James F. and Adell P. Weekley, Lois’ family relocated in 1932 to Miami Springs, FL where Lois graduated from Miami Edison High School in 1944.   She married her husband, Linwood Stokes Hall, that same year and became an Army Air Corp wife.  They were stationed at the US Air Force Base in West Palm Beach, FL for 10 years before moving to Annapolis where they raised their family.

A talented seamstress of clothes, draperies and slipcovers, Lois went to work at Arnold Hurts Fabrics, then tried her hand at owning her own business, Kent Island Fabric Shop, before enjoying a 26-year career at the Mill End Shop in Annapolis.  Prior to entering the fabric industry, she worked at Nationwide Insurance and, during World War II, at the Miami Air Depot in Florida.

Lois was a giving person who loved her Bible and Jesus.  She fostered two boys for six years after their mother was killed in an automobile accident and she started a program of collecting and delivering clothing, toys, school supplies and household items to families in the West Virginia mountains.  Lois was a member of the Van Buren Street Baptist Church in Annapolis; a life member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, L.L. Merrill, Sr. Unit 3 where she was past commander; and a life member of VFW Auxiliary, Post 304, where she was senior and junior vice president.

In addition to her parents, Lois was preceded in death by her loving husband, Linwood, who died in 2010; her son, Thomas Leonard Hall, who died in 1954; great-grandson, Thomas J. Hall; great-granddaughter, Kristia Ellis and her five siblings, W. Daniel, Olive and Joseph Weekley, Claudia Broshar and Doris Copeland.  She is survived by her children, Russell Linwood Hall, Sr. of Millsboro, DE, Emily Adell Hall of Edgewater, MD and James Lee Hall of Greensboro, MD; her sister-in-law, Maxine Hall of Stevensville, MD; and her grandchildren, Hope Leslie Bandura (Charles), Emily Virginia Tomdary (Mandy), Russell Linwood Hall, Jr., Joyce Lynn  Mullen (Josh), and Jessica Lea Hall.  Lois is also survived by six great grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren as well as her two foster sons, Timothy and Herbert Wheatley.

The funeral service for Lois will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, September 2, at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, may be made to the VFW Auxiliary Post 304, P.O. Box 6179, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Online condolences can be made by using the memories link on this page.



Our beloved Eva Adams was born in Edgefield, South Carolina on June 6, 1949 to Penny Lucille Brown and Eddie Brown.  Their union created a combined number of 14 children; and Eva was the fourth of the six children from their union together. Her parent precede her in death along with some of her siblings:  Ephesian Pixley, George Pixley, Mary Pixley Thompkins, Bernice Brown, Walter Brown, Otis Brown, Queen Brown Penn, and Mattie Brown Bixby. The bonds they shard and the values they imparted remained deeply ingrained in her spirit. 

Eva attended W.E. Parker High School in Edgefield.  She married Charlie Adams in 1967 and their union spanned for 20 years.  From that union they had two children; Angela and Vince. The love she shared with her children remained a constant source of strength throughout her life. 

Eva relocated to Washington, D.C. in the early 1970s where she worked in Food Service, for the D.C. Head Start Program.  She later started her career as a School Bus Operator for Prince George’s County Schools until she retired in 2012.  She loved being around children because they brought her just as much joy as she gave to them.  Generations of children remember her kindness and the positive impact and wonderful memories she gave on their journeys. 

Eva loved to cook, listen to music, dance, and her trips to the Casino.  She was well known for her Macaroni and Cheese and baked Turkey wings and homemade Stuffing to name a few.  One of her favorite past times was spending time with her siblings playing “Deuces.”   

Eva was a person who was determined to achieved whatever she set her mind to doing. One of her biggest accomplishments was purchasing her own home in 1997 where she hosted many cookouts and family gatherings.  Her house was always filled with family, laughter and love.  Almost everyone she met became like family to her; and if they needed a place to stay or something to eat, she would make sure they were taken care of. Another accomplishment she proudly bragged about was that after over 50 years of smoking, she was able to stop.  As she would say: “Yea I QUIT, and don’t even think about or have a taste for them,” with a big smile on her face. 

Eva was a strong-willed person, and had a smile that would brighten the room.  She had some health challenges that she was able to overcome including her battle with Breast Cancer that she successfully fought in 2022-23, and was in remission.  Eva was recently diagnosed with stage four stomach cancer which she fought until she passed away at home on August 18th with her family by her side. 

Eva’s memory will be cherished by her two children Angela Strader (James), her son Vince Adams; her grandchildren, DeJuane, ShaQuonda (Joseph), Chunelle, DreVon, and Charity; and her siblings, Eddie Brown Jr., Liz Weaver (Herman), Eleanor Penn, Curtis Brown (Liz), and Lucille Barnes (Ben).  Eva had eight great-grandchildren Uriah, Jurnee, Kyrie, Jodi, Milo, Jaxon, Kamora and Katalaya, who she affectionately called “her babies.” …all who she leaves to carry on her legacy of love and unwavering dedication to family and community.  There are also a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will miss her infectious and warm smile filled with joy. 

John D. Scanlon, 85, “Johnny”, a 52-year resident of Edgewater and previously of Cheverly, MD, passed away on August 18, 2025, in Gambrills, MD.
Johnny was born on February 1, 1940, in Washington, D.C., to the late Edward and Mary Scanlon. 

After graduating from high school, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. Upon completing his service, Johnny dedicated his career to the Prince George’s County Fire Department from 1966 to 1992. He began as a volunteer and held numerous assignments as a career firefighter, ultimately retiring as a Battalion Fire Chief.

He was a member of the International Association of Firefighters. He enjoyed reading about history and the military. As a young man, he enjoyed fishing and hunting.
In addition to his parents, Johnny was preceded in death by his loving wife of 49 years, Joyce Scanlon, one son, Steven Holloway, his brother, Edward Scanlon, and his sister, Marie Grace.

He is survived by his children, William Holloway of Chester, MD, Kathy Egeli of Fishersville, VA, Daniel Scanlon, Mary Symanski, and Bridget Scanlon, all of Crofton, MD, his sisters, Susie Hawley of Jacksonville, FL, and Melissa Hebble of Crofton, MD. He is also survived by his 5 grandchildren, Eric, Ethan, and Emma Egli, Will Holloway, and Connor Symanski.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Johnny’s life on Thursday, September 4, 2025, from 3 pm until 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037, where a funeral service will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 11:30 am. Interment with military honors will follow at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Rd., Crownsville, MD 21032.

Please take a moment to leave a condolence for Johnny's family by using the memories tab on this page.


James Joseph Bradshaw, Sr., 73, “Brad,” a 45-year resident of Edgewater, passed away on August 17, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.
Brad was born on December 19, 1951, in Annapolis, MD, to the late Arnold and Priscilla Bradshaw. He worked in the sheet metal trade for Rogers & Bradshaw, Inc.. “RBI”.
Brad enjoyed boating and going to boat shows, loved hunting and crabbing, softball, and baseball.
In addition to his parents, Brad was preceded in death by his son, Jimmy Bradshaw, and his grandson, Jimmy Bradshaw, III.
He is survived by his wife, Linda S. Bradshaw; his sons,  Chuck Hurley of Edgewater and Joe Bradshaw of Lothian; his four grandchildren, Heather Beard, Ayla Hurley (Chris Apple), Sean Bradshaw and Ariana Hurley and his great-granddaughter, Samantha Bradshaw.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Brad’s life on Monday, August 25, from 3 to 6 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment private.





John Spiridis (1936-2025) 
A Life of Adventure, Entrepreneurship, and Enduring Love

John Spiridis was born in Paralia Platanou, Krathidos-Aigaileias, Greece, on September 16, 1936. His formative years were scarred by the adversities of the German occupation during the Second World War. He graduated from the Gymnasium of Akrata, a beneficiary of a well-rounded education that served him well all his life. In the Greek Army, he was promoted to sergeant, training many recruits in artillery guns. He joined the Greek merchant marine as a cook, sailed on many ocean liners, and finished The Culinary School in Athens. He rose up to be head chef for many years. He travelled far and wide: the Americas, the Caribbean, Africa, Australia, etc.

John retired from the merchant marine to follow his passion as an entrepreneur. His first store was a nightclub at the port of Piraeus in Athens. At that time, however, the political situation in Greece was not good for business. John immigrated to the United States in October 1969. His hands were golden and his work ethos unbounded. He bought and sold many restaurants but the last one he operated for twenty-seven years. He made Bolton Pizza to be the focal point of the small town of Bolton in rural Connecticut. 

John was gifted with a musical ear and loved music. His favorite kind, of course, was Greek laika songs. He could sing hundreds of songs from memory and not miss a beat. Like any good sailor, John was also undefeated in backgammon. He knew uncountable Greek proverbs and delivered them with his dry-wit humor. John had the charisma of an extemporaneous speaker. He could deliver a speech flawlessly with ease and grace. John had a unique personality whereas anyone who met him could not help loving him. 

John was married to his beloved wife, Rita for 52 years. Their love and respect for each other was unmatched. They were both born and raised in the same hometown in Greece. 

John and his wife retired to Millersville, Maryland to be near their only daughter, Kelly and son-in-law, Kiriakos. He especially enjoyed spending quality "rubby" time with the family bichon, Zephy, which he lovingly called Zephako. He suffered from a brain aneurysm in September 2018. John recovered remarkably and in 2021 travelled to his ancestral home one last time. In 2025, however, his health declined rapidly.

John is survived by his wife, Rita; their daughter, Kelly; his son, Jordan and his two granddaughters who reside in Greece and his two sisters, Maria and Sophia. He was predeceased by his other two sisters, Vasiliki and Eleni.

Visitation will begin at 10:30 am on Thursday, August 21 followed by his funeral service at 11 am at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401. Interment will follow at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery in Annapolis, MD.

In memory of John, donations may be made to Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church.


Ιωάννης Σπυρίδης (1936-2025)
Μια Ζωή Γεμάτη Ταξίδια και Δημιουργία
Ο Ιωάννης Σπυρίδης γεννήθηκε στην Παραλία Πλατάνου, Κραθιδος-Αιγιαλείας, Ελλάδα, στις 16 Σεπτεμβρίου 1936. Τα πρώτα του χρόνια σημαδεύτηκαν από τις αντιξοότητες της γερμανικής κατοχής κατά τον Δεύτερο Παγκόσμιο Πόλεμο. Αποφοίτησε από το Γυμνάσιο Ακράτας, έχοντας λάβει μια ολοκληρωμένη εκπαίδευση που τον συντρόφευσε σε όλη του τη ζωή. Στον Ελληνικό Στρατό, προήχθη σε λοχία, εκπαιδεύοντας πολλούς νεοσύλλεκτους στα πυροβόλα όπλα.

Εντάχθηκε στην ελληνική εμπορική ναυτιλία ως μάγειρας, ταξίδεψε με πολλά υπερωκεάνια και αποφοίτησε από τη Σχολή Μαγειρικής στην Αθήνα. Ανέβηκε στην ιεραρχία και διετέλεσε αρχιμάγειρας για πολλά χρόνια. Ταξίδεψε σε κάθε γωνιά του κόσμου: στην Αμερική, την Καραϊβική, την Αφρική, την Αυστραλία, κ.λπ.

Ο Ιωάννης αποσύρθηκε από την εμπορική ναυτιλία για να ακολουθήσει το πάθος του ως επιχειρηματίας. Το πρώτο του κατάστημα ήταν ένα νυχτερινό κέντρο στο λιμάνι του Πειραιά στην Αθήνα. Εκείνη την εποχή, ωστόσο, η πολιτική κατάσταση στην Ελλάδα δεν ήταν ευνοϊκή για τις επιχειρήσεις. Ο Ιωάννης μετανάστευσε στις Ηνωμένες Πολιτείες τον Οκτώβριο του 1969. Τα χέρια του ήταν χρυσά και η εργασιακή του ηθική απεριόριστη. Αγόρασε και πούλησε πολλά εστιατόρια, αλλά το τελευταίο το λειτούργησε για είκοσι επτά χρόνια. Μετέτρεψε την "Bolton Pizza" σε κεντρικό σημείο της μικρής πόλης Μπόλτον στην αγροτική Κονέκτικατ.

Ο Ιωάννης ήταν προικισμένος με μουσικό αυτί και λάτρευε τη μουσική. Το αγαπημένο του είδος, φυσικά, ήταν τα ελληνικά λαϊκά τραγούδια. Μπορούσε να τραγουδήσει εκατοντάδες τραγούδια από μνήμης χωρίς να χάσει τον ρυθμό. Όπως κάθε καλός ναυτικός, ο Ιωάννης ήταν επίσης αήττητος στο τάβλι. Γνώριζε αμέτρητες ελληνικές παροιμίες, τις οποιες εκστόμιζε με το χαρακτηριστικο του χιούμορ. Ο Ιωάννης είχε το χάρισμα του αυθόρμητου ομιλητή. Μπορούσε να εκφωνήσει μια ομιλία άψογα με ευκολία και χάρη. Ο Ιωάννης είχε μια μοναδική προσωπικότητα, καθώς όποιος τον συναντούσε δεν μπορούσε παρά να τον αγαπήσει.

Ο Ιωάννης ήταν παντρεμένος με την αγαπημένη του σύζυγο Ρίτα για 52 χρόνια. Η αγάπη και ο σεβασμός τους ο ένας για τον άλλον ήταν απαράμιλλος. Και οι δύο γεννήθηκαν και μεγάλωσαν στην ίδια γενέτειρα στην Ελλάδα.

Ο Ιωάννης και η σύζυγός του αποσύρθηκαν στο Μίλερσβιλ του Μέριλαντ για να είναι κοντά στην κόρη τους, Κέλλη, και τον γαμπρό τους, Κυριάκο. Απολάμβανε ιδιαίτερα να περνάει ποιοτικό χρόνο με το bichon της οικογένειας, τον Ζέφυ, τον οποίο αποκαλούσε χαιδευτικα Ζεφάκο. Υπέστη ανεύρυσμα στον εγκέφαλο τον Σεπτέμβριο του 2018. Ο Ιωάννης ανάρρωσε εκπληκτικά και το 2021 ταξίδεψε στην πατρογονική του εστία για τελευταία φορά. Το 2025, ωστόσο, η υγεία του επιδεινώθηκε ραγδαία.

Ο Ιωάννης αφήνει πίσω του τη σύζυγό του, Ρίτα, την κόρη τους, Κέλλη, τον γιο του, Ιορδάνη, και τις δύο εγγονές του που διαμένουν στην Ελλάδα, καθώς και τις δύο αδελφές του, Μαρία και Σοφία. Προαπεβίωσαν οι άλλες δύο αδελφές του, Βασιλική και Ελένη.




David Wayne DeGrouchy, age 71, a resident of the Maryland area for 71 years, passed peacefully with his family on August 17, 2025. He was born in Washington, D.C., on June 18, 1954.

In 1983, Dave began his career at the Washington Post as a pressman; he was also an accomplished stone mason. Dave was an active member of the Knights of Columbus in College Park, MD.

His hobbies included golf, bingo, softball, boating, eating crabs, drinking his favorite drink, a Bloody Mary, cornhole, horseshoes, yardwork, and most essential, spending time with family and friends.

Dave was a tireless, energetic, giving, loving, and caring person whose optimism and love for life never waned.

Dave is survived by his wife of 28 years, Laura DeGrouchy; his children, Kimberly (Billy) Lewis of Pasadena, MD, Alexandra (Jacob) DeGrouchy of NY,NY, Stella Marie of Bowie, MD; his grandchildren Hailey Lewis of Pasadena, MD, Steven Lewis of Pasadena, MD; his siblings, Ronnie (Sharon), of Selbyville, DE, Theresa (Danny) Gatewood of Edgewater, MD, Kenny (Carla) of Temecula, CA, William (Susan) of Monrovia, MD, Trista (Scott) Barbour Neff of Crystal Beach, FL and Kellie (Bill) Barbour Wilkinson of Stevensville, MD; his former wife, Mary Clements of Greenbelt, MD; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Isabel and Jerry DeGrouchy.

Friends are invited to celebrate Dave’s life on Saturday, August 23 from 1 PM until a memorial service begins at 2 PM at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road Edgewater, MD 21037. Please wear colorful clothing so we can celebrate Dave in the manner that he celebrated life every day. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that you kindly make a donation in Dave’s name to the <a href="https://foundation.childrensnational.org/">Children's National Hospital Foundation.</a>

The memorial service will be livestreamed for those that cannot attend in person. Please click <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88036706395?pwd=bvwD6EelBTembxbfAWlhR3q5C7G0Ql.1">here</a> to view the service on Zoom. We kindly ask that you keep yourself muted to respect the order of service (you will automatically be muted when you initially enter the meeting).

Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

 Patrick "Pat" Welch, 80, of Davidsonville, MD, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025.  Born on March 29, 1945 in Baltimore, MD, to the late Robert and Virginia Welch, Pat lived a life of faith, service, and devotion. A proud patriot, he dedicated much of his career to serving his country with the FBI, where his commitment to integrity and perseverance left a lasting impact.

Pat's Catholic faith was central to his life, guiding his values and devotion to his family. He was an active member of the Knights of Columbus, living out his faith through service, fellowship, and charity.

Above all, Pat was most proud of the legacy he built with his beloved wife, Joan. Together they shared 40 years, 36 of marriage, filled with laughter, resilience, and unwavering love. His greatest joy was his family, and he poured himself into supporting and encouraging them every step of the way.

He will be remembered for his sharp wit, dry humor, and dad jokes; his love of ice cream, the “perfect ratio of frosting to cake”, dogs, and time shared with his children; and his steadfast example of perseverance, faith, and loyalty.

Pat is survived by his beloved wife, Joan; his children, Camille (JP), Grace (James), Rachel (Jeremy); his grandchildren, Brenden, Wren, and Paige: his brother, James and many extended family and friends who will forever cherish his memory.

A Mass of Resurrection will be held at 11AM on October 11 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to: <a href="https://projectk9hero.org/pages/donate">Project K9 Hero</a>

Online condolences may be offered using the Memories tab on this page.

Mrs. Phyllis Ann Conrad (née Tate), born to Alexander and Miriam
Tate on January 18, 1934, in the District of Columbia, passed
away peacefully on August 15, 2025, in Silver Spring, Maryland.
She was 91 years old.
Phyllis graduated from Northwestern High School and went on to
attend the University of Maryland, where she was a proud
member of the Alpha Xi Delta Sorority. Her early education and
collegiate experiences laid the foundation for a life marked by
dedication, resilience, and warmth.
Throughout her professional life, Phyllis contributed her talents to
several organizations. She worked at the Department of Energy,
Midway Florist, and Litton Amecom. Whether in government
service or private enterprise, she brought diligence and grace to
every role she undertook.
On September 25, 1954, Phyllis married William B. Conrad "Bill" at
Ager Road Methodist Church in Hyattsville, Maryland. Their
union was one of deep love and enduring partnership that
spanned decades until Bill’s passing in 2020. Together they
built a life filled with shared joys and lasting memories.
Phyllis found great joy in her family. She is lovingly remembered
by her children Cheryl L. Conrad (Kristi Caulfield), Gary W.
Conrad (Nancy Conrad), and Daryl Conrad; as well as her
cherished grandchildren Shelby Conrad (Zach Hollon) and
Alexander Conrad (Alessa Moore). Her family was a constant
source of pride and happiness throughout her life. Phyllis was
predeceased in death by her loving sister, Sandy King and her
husband Tom.
In addition to her devotion to family and work, Phyllis enjoyed an
active lifestyle filled with hobbies that brought her joy and
connection with others. She had a passion for tennis and
gardening – activities that reflected both her spirited nature and
nurturing soul. She picked up tennis mid-life and excelled. She
competed with the New Carrollton Women’s Club Ladder, as well
as contributing substantially to “The Chesapeake Baybes”,
winning the United States Tennis Association (USTA) County,
Sectionals, and culminating in the team traveling to Arizona and
placing third in the National competition.
Phyllis continued to play tennis well into her 80’s and was
extremely competitive throughout her tennis career. She also
delighted in spending time with her grandchildren and engaging in
friendly games of cornhole and jarts.
Phyllis’s legacy is one of love, perseverance, and quiet strength,
coupled with a great sense of humor. May her memory bring
comfort to those who knew her and continue to inspire all those
lives she touched.
Phyllis will be laid to rest with Bill at Maryland Veterans Cemetery Crownsville.  All services are private.

Born Lauri Maki in Kakabeka Falls, Ontario, in 1940, Bill was adopted by Walter and Sylvia Dixon when he was about 10 years old. He grew up in Thunder Bay and then went to Colorado College in the US on a hockey scholarship in 1959. His beautiful skating served the Tigers’ defense (1960-1963) while he studied engineering. He also met his wife Margie at CC. Early in their marriage, Bill worked at Hudson Bay Company and then the Boeing Company outside Seattle; his first two children with Margie, Megan and Lisa, were both born in Bellevue. The family went on to move with Bill’s next job at Pittsburgh-Des Moines Steel (PDM) to Utah, California, Wyoming, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma (where third daughter Beth was born), Western Australia, then back to California, and then to Texas in 1986. After short stints in Dallas and Memphis, Bill and Margie then lived in the Houston area until 2019 where Bill retired from American Bureau of Shipping in the early 2010's. As parents they emphasized courtesy, integrity, education, and hard work; all three daughters went to college (Megan at Rice University; Lisa at Trinity University; Beth at the US Naval Academy) and completed advanced degrees. All three remember Bill’s lessons in math during high school and his constant help in writing lists and getting tasks done. His skills with carpentry and furniture-building graced several of his homes with Margie as well as those of his daughters, from literally building two sun-filled rooms with wood burning stoves from the ground up to creating many pieces of Asian-style cabinetry. There was nothing broken that you couldn't call him to figure out how to fix. He was a generous host and gift-giver, bringing back beautiful things for the whole family from his business trips over the years to Europe, Southeast Asia, and one cherished trip to China. It was his pride to bring home paintings and other art objects for the home; he was also a constant reader and leaves a considerable personal library of world and military history, transportation, industry, and other cultures.  He is predeceased by his wife Margie (2021) and survived by daughters Megan, Lisa, and Beth as well as grandson Rowan.
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Beverly W. Postell (nee Walker) was born June 24,1943 to Jessie and Juanita  (aka Mother Dear) Walker in Atlanta, Ga. After spending a few years in Georgia, young Beverly, along with her mother and sister relocated to Washington, D.C. Beverly attended Washington, D.C. public schools. She graduated from Margaret Murray Washington Vocational High School in1962 as a Practical Nurse. 

She enjoyed working at the Washington Hospital Center for 30+ years in several positions including Practical Nurse, Operating Room Technician, Office Manager,  ultimately retiring as Senior Licensed Practical Nurse. Beverly went on to work for Prince George’s County Public School System as a Nurse at Thurgood Marshall Middle School and retired as a Registrar at Crossland High School in Camp Springs. Her hobbies included ceramics, drawing, oil painting, sewing, fishing, playing tennis and entertaining friends and family! Beverly also loved to travel abroad.

Beverly is preceded in death by both parents, her only sibling Jeanette Smith and nephew Andre Smith. She is remembered with love by her sons Kevin and Kenneth Postell, her daughter Karen Stroud, grandsons William Stroud Jr., Dominique Williams and Alexander Postell; her granddaughter Alexis Postell, two great-grandsons William Stroud III and Wesley Stroud, nephews Tony and Everett “Ricky” Smith and a host of friends.

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Francis B. Phelan, Jr, “Frank”, 84, a resident of Maryland for over 50 years, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, in Severna Park, MD, surrounded by his family.
Frank was born on January 31, 1941, in Newport, Rhode Island, to the late Francis Sr. and Helen G. Phelan. Frank served his country in the United States Army.
He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in West River, the DC Hand Dancing Club, and served Anne Arundel County as a Reserve Officer with the Anne Arundel County Police from 2004 – 2021.

Frank was an avid golfer and enjoyed golfing at The Golf Club at South River. He also enjoyed dancing, travelling, his church, and spending time with his family.
In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his loving wife of 23 years, Gina S. Phelan, and his siblings, Rob Phelan and Brenda Stubbe.

He is survived by his children, Timothy Phelan and his wife Lisa and Katherine Pagani, his brothers, Nick, Jim and Steve Phelan. Frank is also survived by his 8 grandchildren, Carly Bearor and her husband Timmy, Matthew Phelan and his wife Allie, Gina Pagani, Jennifer Pagani, Juliana Pagani, Sean Phelan, Paul D. Pagani, Anthony Pagani, his 5 great-grandchildren, Abigail, Isabelle, Brandon, Belle, and Olivia, and his longtime companion Kathleen Suit.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Frank's life on Thursday, August 21, from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037, where a funeral service will begin at 5 pm. A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, at 11:30 am at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 13801 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20906.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122

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Judith May Weitzel, age 85, of Temple Hills, MD, passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 6, 2025 at home.

Judy was born on June 14, 1940, in Union Dale, PA to Robert Baileys and Isabelle Baileys.

Judy was a devoted spouse, loving parent and cherished friend to many through church, Temple Hills pool and various clubs and organizations such as the American Legion and Elks Lodge.

Judy received her nursing degree from the Robert Packer School of Nursing located in Sayre, PA on September 21, 1961. She worked as a registered nurse (RN) at two hospitals, including George Washington University – Hospital in Washington, DC until she gave up her career to become a homemaker to manage her home’s affairs, two kids and all of their activities including sports, band, pom poms, swim and lifeguarding lessons, cub scouts, provided volunteer nursing services at the local Methodist Church free clinic, and participated in many activities with the church including her favorite of making vanilla and peanut butter Easter Eggs every year.

Judy is survived by her husband George K Weitzel of 61 years, her two children Rob Weitzel (Lynnette) and Jennifer Weitzel-Gibbs (Mike), granddaughter Danielle Gunsolus (great granddaughter Iris) and step grandchildren Kage Smith and Christopher Smith (great grandchildren Hailey, Jacob and Joshua), and step grandchildren Marena Puller and Levin Gibbs.

A public viewing will be held on Thursday August 14, from 4pm-7pm. A public funeral service, presided by Rev Donald L. Smedley, will be held the following day on August 15 th from 11am-12pm with both occurring at the Kalas Funeral Home located at 6160 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745. A luncheon will follow the funeral service at (TBD)

A private family burial will be held later at the Cheltenham Veteran’s Cemetery.

The family kindly requests that no flowers be sent.



Helen Marie (Carhart) Cater, age 91, passed away August 6, 2025 in Davidsonville, Maryland. Helen was born on October 20, 1933, in Washington, D.C., to the late Irvin George Carhart and Anna Louise (Graves) Carhart. 

Helen is survived by her cherished family: Douglas Cater (Katherine), Mary Greiner, Susan Malay (Robert), Paul Cater (Monica), and Patricia Youngmann (Matthew); 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her most loving sister, Mary (Sis), and caring brother-in-law, Herman Branson. Helen was predeceased by her former husband, Melvin Anthony Cater; brothers Malcolm Carhart and Charles Carhart; and her beloved mother, who instilled in her values of family, honesty and giving.

Helen was a devout Catholic. She was a graduate of St. Cecilia’s High School in Washington, D.C., and a parishioner at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in West River, MD.

Helen loved family above all else. She loved gardening (oh her delicious tomatoes and grapes!), shopping (for only the best bargains), the slot machines (unfortunately cha-ching was not often heard), and whatever name the Washington Football Team was going by in that particular year.

Helen worked at multiple government agencies, including the U.S. Census Bureau in Suitland, MD. Here she contributed to census operations, and developed many lifelong friendships. 

A Memorial Mass will be offered on Tuesday, September 16 at 12 noon at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Road, West River, MD 20778. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund may be considered (PO Box 37839, Boone, IA 50047 or online <a href="https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation.html/?cid=disaster_brand&med=cpc&source=google&scode=RSG00000E017&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=338921101&gbraid=0AAAAAD0HxsBlRB6Q7Nz3FIpqtrA-fE5VD&gclid=CjwKCAjwwNbEBhBpEiwAFYLtGDt53g0cIAnrKbosWblwKJayLA-bCQXzoeiRf6WQN3geNIbD84GapxoCowkQAvD_BwE">here</a>).

Maureen MCarthy Roenigk of Davidsonville passed away peacefully at home on August 3, 2025. She was born on November 21, 1942 in Wilmington, Delaware to the late Maurice and Grace McCarthy.

After growing up in Delaware, she went on to Goldey Beacon College in Wilmington, DE and received her Associates Degree. While still residing in Delaware, Maureen worked for Wilmington Trust and Getty Oil. After relocating to Maryland, she worked for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Maryland State Government of Legislative Affairs. She also later obtained another Associates Degree from Anne Arundel Community College.

One of Maureen’s most meaningful and cherished accomplishments however, was being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with family and extended family. She was also a devout Catholic and before her illness, enjoyed attending Mass. 

Along with her parents, she is predeceased by her baby brother.

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, William “Bill” Roenigk of Davidsonville, her three sons Michael S. Roenigk and his fiancé Catherine Beach of Stevensville, MD, Kevin P. Roenigk (Donna) of Delmar, DE, and Devin P. Roenigk of Davidsonville, MD, and three grandsons Chase M. Roenigk of Stevensville, MD, Gavin P. Roenigk and Harrison S. Roenigk, both of Shertz, TX.

A graveside service will take place on Thursday, August 14 at 2 PM at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Ave Davidsonville, MD 21035 where Maureen will be interred following the service. 

Online condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the <a href="https://alzfdn.org/donate/">Alzheimers Foundation of America</a> or <a href="https://support.apdaparkinson.org/site/Donation2?df_id=1540&mfc_pref=T&1540.donation=form1&s_src=website&s_subsrc=national-header&_gl=1*1u6pz6y*_gcl_au*MTM1MTEyMjg4My4xNzU0NDk4NTg0*_ga*OTkwMDAwMy4xNzU0NDk4NTg1*_ga_7MGPDMR09T*czE3NTQ0OTg1ODQkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTQ0OTg1ODQkajYwJGwwJGgw">American Parkinson Disease Association</a>


David Welser, of Mayo, passed away August 2, 2025. David grew up in St. Clair, Michigan, one of five siblings. Befitting a young man growing up on a farm, David participated in many 4H events showing dairy cattle. He received many blue ribbons and was grand champion twice, going on many times to the State 4H competition at Michigan State University with champion cows.

While in high school he worked at Lee Sass Jewelers repairing clocks and watches. After graduating St. Clair High School, he was a radio announcer at WHLS in Port Huron for two years.

In the 60’s David joined the Air Force and spent 3 years in Germany, where he learned to speak German. He loved to tell the story of the time he wrecked a Porsche while en route to drive in the Nurburgring. He didn’t get to drive that day, but he bought another Porsche.

He later attended the University of Maryland and went on to a career as a computer scientist. As part of his career, David and family resided in Germany from 1992 to 1995. It was a wonderful experience, where all of us learned German and lived in a lovely little town in the Taunus Mountains called Lorsbach.

After his retirement, David was able to be home with his two daughters and volunteer at their schools. He overhauled the computer lab at Mayo Elementary and served on the Citizens Advisory Committee at South River High School.

David was a long-time volunteer at Tuckahoe Steam and Gas Association, near Easton on the eastern shore of Maryland. He and others acquired and restored to working order antique machine tools. David was responsible for having a building erected for the Machine Shop, showcasing many of these machines, complete with line shafting to run many of them. After getting that up and running, he turned it over to a friend so that David could move on to the steam engine building. He was there every Saturday and two nights a month for 25 years. He enjoyed the time he had there and worked with many terrific people.

Other long-time interests included tennis, gardening, reading, and woodworking. He played on tennis teams in high school, in the Air Force, and in college.

David is survived by his wife, Carol Hawley Welser; daughter, Kay Hawley Welser (Noah Scribner); daughter, Alison Guyitt Welser (Calen Wong); sister, Mary Welser Bauer; sister, Martha Welser Dougherty; sister, Margaret Welser Anderson; and sister in law, Carole H. Welser. He was predeceased by his brother, Carl Welser. 

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Mark Calvin Peregoy, 70, a resident of Sandy Spring, MD and formerly of Cordova, MD and Baltimore, MD, died of cancer on Saturday, August 2 in Edgewater, MD. Born on Februart 11, 1955 in Levittown, PA to the late Earl Calvin and Lois Peregoy, Mark worked as a manager at Picadillo’s Pizza in Baltimore, MD and at Waverly Press, Cadmus Press and Cenveo Press in Easton, MD. He enjoyed playing the guitar, woodworking, restoring antiques, being with his grandchildren and family gatherings. Mark is survived by his son, Joseph Peregoy of Arnold, MD; his sisters, Bonnie Peregoy and Linda (Steve) Shaffer; his grandchildren, Luke and Marilyn Peregoy and his wife, Jan Falcey. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sandy Spring Friends House, 17340 Quaker Ln., Sandy Spring, MD 20860. Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

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Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, August 22 at 9 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. Interment to follow at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD 21032. 

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Earle F. Suthard, Jr. of Edgewater passed away on July 31, 2025. He was born in Washington, D.C. on September 4, 1956 to the late Earle and Virginia Suthard. 

He served time in both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Navy.

Earle is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Kristine Suthard of Edgewater, MD, his three sons Nicholas Suthard of Florida, Robert Suthard of MD, and Michael Suthard of MD, an his brother Leonard Suthard of MD. 

A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, August 16 from 4 to 6 pm at 422 Silver Run Road Edgewater, MD 21037. Inurnment will take place at Maryland Veterans
Cemetery in Crownsville on Tuesday, August 26 at 2:30 pm, 1122 Sunrise Beach Rd.,
Crownsville, MD 21032.

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Anna Bean Norris, 91, of Camp Springs, MD, passed away peacefully at her home on July 30th, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on October 24, 1933, in Waldorf, MD, the daughter of the late Carlton Elliott Bean and the late Margaret Iola Trotter. 

Anna grew up in Waldorf, MD. She attended Waldorf Elementary School and graduated from LaPlata High School. She then went on to pursue her passion at The Capital City School of Nursing in Washington, DC.

Driven by integrity and hard work, Anna built a respected career as a Registered Nurse, working at Greater Southeast Community Hospital (Cafritz) and Southern Maryland Hospital. She worked in various departments, including the Intensive Care Unit and the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. However, she most loved the fast pace of the emergency room and became Assistant Head Nurse of the Emergency Room at Greater Southeast Community Hospital. She was well respected in nursing and knew her profession well, often mentoring many young doctors.

Anna was known as the “go-to” for any medical questions, utilizing her encyclopedic knowledge to assist family and friends.  She would calm people’s fears and suggest important questions to ask their doctors.  She was a great health care interpreter, bridging the gap between doctor and patient, by explaining complex medical jargon in simple terms.
                          
Anna’s unwavering faith guided her throughout her life.  A devout Catholic, Anna was an active parishioner at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church for over 60 years. She served in many capacities including usher and greeter, singing soprano in the choir, and was an enthusiastic participant in the Bible study and book club groups. Her friends at church often commented, “Anna was always there.”

Family was dear to Anna’s heart.  As the mother of five, she took pleasure in preparing formal dinners for her large extended family on holidays and special occasions.  Her family always looked forward to and enjoyed these meals as she made these events special, often reading a poem she had written.  Any excuse to gather the family together brought her great joy. 
   
After retirement, she returned to her childhood artistic interests of painting and poetry.  While painting she would often lose track of time and stay up all night long! Her paintings grace the walls of her home, and the homes of many friends and family members.  She often expressed her feelings and showed her appreciation by writing poems for family, friends, and church functions.

Anna enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. She loved flowers, music, reading, ipad games, crossword puzzles and watching PBS Television series. She loved her British historical dramas, tea and peach scones. She was a long-time member of the Port Tobacco Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

Anna was the youngest of eight siblings in the Bean family, all of whom predeceased her: Brothers: Charles and Robert (REB) Bean (Catherine); Sisters: Eleanor Mae Williams (Walter), Kathryn (Kitty) Martin (Earl), Mary Burch (Carlisle), Joyce Simpson (Raymond), and Alyce Stifter (Bill). She was also preceded in death by her former spouse, Joseph Jackson Norris, Jr., with whom she had five children. 

She will be lovingly remembered by her children:  Joseph A. Norris, Karen M. Norris, Michael D. Norris, Robert A. Norris (LuAnn) and James E. Norris; eight grandchildren: Nicole Norris Liriano, Crystal A. Norris, Joseph A. Norris, Jr., and Nicholas C. Norris, Christopher Norris, Victoria Cisco, Shelby Norris and Heather Norris; and eight great-grandchildren: Dominic, Jase, Cataleya and Cayliss Liriano, Cierra Bregmann, Alliyah Therres, Kayla and Anastasia Cisco along with many nieces, nephews, and countless friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to Anna's visitation on Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 10 A.M. until her Mass of Christian Burial at 11 A.M. at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church., 5416 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Interment immediately following Mass at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735.

Memorial contributions may be made in Anna’s name to St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church at 5416 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746  or to the Daughters of St. Anne, 5416 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD 20756.   


Obituaries

Brian Spencer

Henry Hairston

Mary Fratta

JoAnne Dewey

Lois Hall

Eva Adams

John Scanlon

James Bradshaw, Sr.

John Spiridis

David DeGrouchy

Joni Browning

R. Patrick Welch

Phyllis Conrad

Laurie "Bill" Dixon

Beverly Postell

Francis "Frank" Phelan

Judith Weitzel

Helen Cater

Maureen Roenigk

David Welser

Mark Peregoy

Thomas Britschge

Earle Suthard, Jr.

Anna Norris