Helen Orme - Obituary

elen Adams Orme, 83, a resident of Edgewater for 48 years and previously of Bethesda, MD died at her home in Edgewater, MD on September 25, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Born January 30, 1925 in Washington, D.C., she owned and operated Blue Water Marina in Edgewater, MD with her husband. She raised German Shepherds, enjoyed gardening, sailing, archeology and sports. Her memberships included Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Edgewater and Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). She was the beloved wife of the late Robert C. Orme, whom died on April 20, 2007; mother of Robert W. Orme of Preston, MD, Charles H. Orme of Friendship, MD and John A. Orme of Mayo, MD; she is also survived by four grandchildren, who affectionately referred to her as “doglady.” Friends are invited to Helen's Life Celebration on Monday, September 29, 2008 from 5:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, September 30 at 11:30 A.M. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Road, Edgewater, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401.