Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Mary Barcus Smith, of Annapolis MD, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2021 with her husband, Tracy and daughter, Lisa by her side. Mary battled cancer for 5 years; and fought it with the strength of a warrior and the faith of a Saint. Born in Cheverly, MD to the late Walsh and Evelyn Barcus, Mary grew up and lived in Greenbelt, MD for many years before moving to Anne Arundel County. She loved to teach children to read and she absolutely loved to bake. Mary especially cherished the precious time with her grandchildren. Mary’s Faith in God and strength were immeasurable. She will always be remembered for the care she took of others. She was the ultimate Mother, caring for everyone she knew. Mary is survived by her husband of 49 years, Tracy Smith; her daughter, Lisa Koennel; her grandchildren, Christopher and Caitlin Koennel; her siblings, Anne (James) Curran, Walsh and Michael (Mimi) Barcus; her sisters-in-law, Chris Smith and Rita Barcus and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Carroll Barcus and sister-in-law, Sally Barcus. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Mary’s life on Thursday, March 25, from 3 to 5:30 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, March 26, at 9 AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Interment St. Peter’s Catholic Church Cemetery in Queenstown, MD. Condolences may be made by visiting the link on this page.

Mary B. Smith

Mary B. Smith

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