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Sherry Jean Stover, 66 a resident of Riva, MD and previously of Crownsville, MD passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021.  Born March 24, 1955 in Annapolis, MD to the late Henry and Louella Ford Snodgrass,  Sherry graduated from Southern High School in 1974 and worked as a secretary for 27 years for the State of Maryland.  She was a member of Chapter 661 Woman of the Moose in Annapolis, and became a Senior Regent in the Academy of Friendship.  She is survived by her loving husband of 12 years, James "Jay" Stover; two children, James Ryan Stover and Niki Ann Orndorff both of Riva; and a sister, Shelby  Wilson of Glen Burnie. In addition to her parents, Sherry was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Wayne Snodgrass.  Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.

William Martin Lenck 1932-2021 of Temple Hills MD died peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. He was 88 years old and had suffered a slow deterioration of health after a fall in March of 2020. He was deeply beloved and is survived by his children Laura Galbreath and husband Michael, William R. Lenck and wife Marcia, and Catherine Canniff and husband Edward; his grandchildren Ashley Solan and husband Joel, Timothy Canniff and wife Alexandria, Brian and Daniel Canniff, Hannah and Rachel Galbreath; and his great-grandchildren Skylar and Kora Solan. He was predeceased by his wife Anna Marie and dear daughter Marie Helena Anderson.
                           
Bill was born in Aland, Finland and came to America with his parents at age three. His father was an engineer and builder, and built homes for the family in Oxon Hill, Maryland. Bill met and later married his neighbor Anna Marie Mistretta, whose family had emigrated from Italy. After their marriage, they built their home between those of both sets of parents on family land. Together, the three homes were the site of many joyous events and traditions over the years. Their children all enjoyed growing up surrounded by the love of their parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Bill continued to manage all of the land until his passing.
 
After graduating from the University of Maryland Law School, Bill served in the army and was a special agent for the FBI. In 1962 he became an Attorney Advisor to the Drug Enforcement Administration and began his very successful career in the Department of Justice. Bill rose to be the Chief Counsel of the DEA and continued consulting with the DEA into his retirement. His legal writings and briefs included the Drug Agents’ Guide to Forfeiture and the State Model Drug Paraphernalia Act. He was a long-term member of the Federal Bar Association, the Supreme Court Bar and the Maryland Bar. Most importantly, he remained best of friends with his law school and DEA colleagues.


His professional accomplishments are impressive, but he found his greatest joy in retirement. He was an avid sailor, earned his captain’s license and sailed from Florida to Maryland. He savored pink sunsets, and loved crabbing, fishing, playing cards, tennis, riding motorcycles, repairing vehicles, watching football, westerns and reading the newspaper daily. He and Anna Marie spent their time between Maryland and Sarasota, Florida, staying close to life-long friends for many years until Anna Marie passed. Bill remained very active in his community, particularly with the Oxon Hill Recreation Club. He worked at a local engine shop and continued to teach at the FBI Academy in Quantico, VA.  

His most important “job” was daycare provider to his grandchildren. He cherished his grandchildren in Maryland and cared for them daily. He often drove eight hours to Massachusetts to visit with his grandsons and teach them to play tennis, cards and pool. He also helped his children and wife through the most difficult times in their lives battling cancer. He was always there for his children, grandchildren and his beautiful young great grandchildren. Bill was very generous with his family and friends; he was always there to listen, lend a hand, a car, a truck, a few dollars, whatever was needed. Bill’s 88 years were very active and filled with love and family. He will be dearly missed.


A gathering for family and friends will be held on Friday, August 6 at 10:30 a.m. at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, located at 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. in Oxon Hill, MD, followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. There will be a private burial at Charles Memorial Gardens in Leonardtown, MD where he will rest alongside his wife, Anna Marie, and daughter, Marie. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Bill’s name to Saint Columba School, 7800 Livingston Rd in Oxon Hill, MD 20745.





Born in Cavite City, Philippines and of Fort Washington, Maryland. Passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, the beloved wife of deceased Leopoldo Tolentino, beloved mother of nine surviving children: Sylvia, Esperanza, Corazon, Remedios, Olivia, Caridad, Susana, Maria Fe, and Leopoldo Jr. Has 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to Beatriz Tolentino’s Life Celebration at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, Maryland  20745 on August 1 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, August 2 at 10:00 am at St Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Entombment is at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Rd. Clinton, Maryland 20735.


Susan J. Ellingsworth, 74, of Annapolis, MD and previously of California, passed away at her home on July 28, 2021. Susan was born in Maryland to the late Ward and Barbara Grabill on January 3, 1947. Susan was a graduate of Albert Einstein High School in Kensington, MD. She worked as a draftsmen for the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory and, during the time she lived in California, helped run a family roofing and sheet metal business. Susan enjoyed spending time with her friends and loved all animals, especially her cat, Lexi. In her younger years Susan was an avid craftsperson and wonderful artist. She was a member of the American Legion Post 226 Auxiliary, loved country music and  a good ride on her motorcycle. 

Susan is survived by her two sisters, Janet Grabill of Ocean City, MD and Donna Payne and her husband, Robert of Lake Wylie, SC. 

In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in Susan's name to the Anne Arundel County SPCA. Online condoloences may be left by using the memory wall tab on this page.

Friends are invited to celebrate Barbara’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, August 3 from 10 am until her funeral service begins at 12 pm. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Silver Spring, MD. Condolences may be made by using the tab on this page.

Dr. Zito "Jet" Celis Alba passed away in the hospital near his home of Fort Washington, MD on July 26th, 2021 at the age of 89.

He was born in the Philippines, raised in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, to Alejo Teodosio Alba, Sr. and Victoria Alba, nee Celis. He was 1 of 13 children:  Nine brothers and four sisters.

During World War II, many were driven to the mountains.  As a teenager during this time, he spent time hunting, fishing, and farming with his siblings and cousins to survive. They became proficient in making hand-made tools and toys out of what nature provided.  He was often a step ahead when it came to some of the competitions with his brothers.

After his family survived the War, he attended Negros Oriental Provincial High School, then on to Manila Central University where he was president of the student body his senior year, and he was graduated cum laude.  He went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery.  He took the Philippine national dentistry board exam and placed 3rd in the country.

In 1959, he came to the United States as an Eastman Dental Scholar at the University of Rochester in New York.  In 1962, he earned his Masters of Science in Periodontics, while a student instructor at Georgetown University.  He took the Dental Boards for Maryland, and opened his dental practice.  He completed a second discipline in Endodontics.  

He met his wife Aurora, and they married in 1970 in Maryland.  They have two sons.

He was thought highly of and sought after by many of his dental patients through the years.  He had "the touch" as some would describe it as he was able to provide dental treatment with less pain through his techniques.  He maintained his sole practice in Temple Hills Maryland until the age of 87 in early 2020.

In addition to his dental practice, which he enjoyed, he loved to spend time with his family and his close friends.  He was a humble, reserved person and a family man.  He loved to fish and was an avid golfer.  He was an active member of the Pinoy Golfers Association, participating in various tournaments and has won many trophies.  If he weren't at the office, he was at the golf course.   As a true Marylander he loved to eat Maryland blue crabs with his family.  Going to the crab house was quite common.  When his children were young, the family made anticipated yearly trips to the beach.  In recent years he made yearly trips to the Philippines together with good friends to visit relatives, play the beautiful golf courses and join golf tournaments.  He also looked forward to the delicious native foods of home.  

He is survived by his loving wife, Aurora Alba; his sons Glenn Alba and Arthur Alba (daughter-in-law JoAhn Alba, granddaughter Amber Alba); and cousin, Virgilia Codimos. His surviving siblings are brothers Erundino Alba and Jose Alba, and sisters Columna Ruanto and Maria Valencia.

Thank you, Dad, for everything you have provided us.  You are now in comfort in Heaven.  We will miss you. We love you.

Relatives and friends are invited to Dr. Alba's Life Celebration at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745 on Friday, August 6 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, August 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Entombment is at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, Maryland 20735.


Leon Washington, the son of the late Frank and Ollie Mae Washington, was born on October 5, 1933 in Santee, SC. He was preceded in death by his four  siblings; Elby Washington, Della Morris, Bertha Bush, and Sylvester Washington. He peacefully departed this life on Monday, July 26, 2021 at the age of 87. As a result of his generous spirit and pleasant personality, he was loved by many. His influence will forever remain in the lives of all who knew him. 

Leon spent a loving childhood with his parents and four siblings. He lived his early years in Santee, S.C., until he relocated to Washington, D.C. with his parents. Leon entered the United States Army as a Medic in 1953. Then, he attended a  tailoring vocational education program at Armstrong High School that prepared him for a successful career at the Department of Agriculture in Washington, D.C., where he served 30 years before retiring. 

Leon was a fiery sports enthusiast; he enjoyed watching a variety of games. Most importantly, he was an avid Redskins football fan who purchased his first season tickets in 1958. He followed the Redskins from 1958 through the years with the Hogs, and continued to the present. He was always in conversations about the draft and the upcoming seasons. He also played cards and enjoyed meeting with his friends to play pinnacle and watch Redskins away games. While Leon was a sports fan, he also was an athlete during his teen and adult years. Additionally, he was a recreational bowler who bowled with a local bowling team. He also was a music lover who enjoyed Motown sounds. Leon could often be seen rocking to the beat of oldies at any moment in the day.

On another note, Leon could dress! One would be remiss if the fact that Leon walked with style in his tailored suits, Stacey Adams shoes, and Kango hats was not highlighted. He treasured his leather coats that were worn with crisp white shirts to compliment his stylish blazers. He was truly a sharp dresser from head to toe.

Leon’s life will forever be cherished in the lives of his friends and family. He is survived by his longtime companion, Betty Blount; a wife from a previous marriage, Delores Washington-Cole; his loving children, Lionel Wood (Kassandra Wood, wife), Brenda Washington-Agunyego, Linda Williams-Marlin (Larry Marlin, husband), and Leon Washington Jr.; step-daughter, Evelyn Miller-Wood (Tony Wood, husband); and grandchildren, Ignacio Washington (Njeri Washington, wife), Keturah Williams, Kiley Williams, Jasmine Nicole Wood, Elijah Wood, Maliik Wood; great grandchildren, Danisha Bailey, Isis Jarvis-Washington, Aurora Jarvis-Washington; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to Leon's Life Celebration on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment with military honors at  Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD immediately following the funeral. 




"I Love You More"

Doris Cook, 95, a 30 year resident of Annapolis and previously of Fairfax, VA, passed away on July 26, 2021, only two days shy of her 96th birthday.  Known by multiple unique and loving names, including "Gumma", "Mumsy" and Eustance, Doris was born in Queens, NY to the late Emily and Edward Doran.  After graduating high school, Doris began working for the FBI Fingerprint Identification Division where she met her future husband, William "Bill" Thomas Cook.  Doris married into a family that was larger than life, known to us as "The Bergmanns", "Bergmanville" and "The Beach".  They were a special gift of family, memories and love.  Those who have gone before us are still sharing stories and know they are watching the summer sunsets and God's blessings.  Wanting to share their love for each other with children, Doris and William adopted a son, Tom, now deceased and daughter, Carol, and dedicated themselves to making sure the children knew how especially loved they were because they were not just born, but chosen.

Doris was a member of the Truro Episcopal Church in Fairfax and Calvary United Methodist Church in Annapolis.  An avid bridge player, Doris was a member of the Heritage Harbour Bridge Club.  She was also a talented painter, seamstress and cross-stitcher, and as a member of her garden club, she found happiness and comfort in her love of gardens, both with wildflowers and landscapes.  Her second cousin and goddaughter, Karen Agnetta, has a rose garden that is extra special because she names each rose bush for  family and friends, including a beautiful lavender-pink bush named Doris Elizabeth.  Doris enjoyed traveling the world and in every treasured moment she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She shared many family gatherings with Eric and Betty, along with Linda and Nancy in her home, one that was full of love, laughter and warmth.

Preceded in death by her loving husband, William, who died in 1991, and her cherished son, Thomas "Tommy" Cook, Doris is survived by her devoted daughter, Carol Louise and her husband Tim McGreer of Edgewater; three granddaughters, Talena Irwin of Pennsylvania, Tiffany Renee and her husband Nate Martin of Edgewater and Kiersten Leigh McGreer of Deale, MD; and two great grandchildren, Liam and Nora Martin.

A private funeral service was held on Wednesday, August 11 at Fairfax Memorial Park.  A celebration of life service is to be determined at a later date.  In planning for her death, Doris would say, "I love flowers, but would prefer that any money to be spent on flowers be sent to a charity instead."  In keeping with their mother's wishes, her family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the charity of your choice.

Douglas A, Mitchell, 55, a resident of Annapolis, MD, died on July 25, 2021 in Baltimore, MD due to liver failure. Born on December 1, 1965 in Annapolis to the late Charles P. and Dora J. Dulaney Mitchell, Doug was a stone cutter as well as caretaker for Quiet Waters Farm. In his spare time he enjoyed motorcycles. Doug is survived by his daughter, Megan Mitchell of Arnold, MD; his sister, Karen Mitchell of Dunkirk, MD and his grandson, Dakota. Friends are invited to celebrate Doug's life on Thursday, July 29 from 11 am until his funeral service begins at 12 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. Condolences may be made by using the tab on this page.

Brian G. Smith of Oxon Hill, Maryland passed away in his home on Saturday, July 24, 2021. Brian was born on March 9, 1943, in New Britain, Connecticut to the late Thomas C. Smith Sr. and Margaret O’Sage. He was a trombone player in his high school marching band, and went on to receive his master’s degree in professional meteorology from Saint Louis University in 1972. He spent nearly five decades in the field of meteorology and was one of the founding members of the National Weather Association. He was a cyclist, a Eucharistic minister, an avid fan of the Washington Capitals, and a very active member of the Knights of Columbus. He was predeceased by his sisters, Margaret Peterson, Elizabeth Smith, and Louise Plucas, his brothers, Frank Smith, Thomas C. Smith Jr., and Phil Smith, and his three beloved Pomeranians. He is survived by his sister Virginia Maxwell and his many nieces and nephews. A memorial mass will be held on Friday, August 6, 2021 at Saint Columba Church at 10 am. 

Sean Michael Watson, 31, of Fort Washington, MD peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021. He is survived by his mother, Rosalyn Michelle Watson and his son, Shane Michael Watson. Funeral services will be held at Kalas Funeral Home in Oxon Hill, MD on Friday, July 30, 2021. Visitation will commence at 10:00 a.m. immediately followed by the funeral service at 11:00 am. Interment private.

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Marjorie K. “Margie” Price

Marjorie K. “Margie” Price, age 82, a resident of Annapolis, MD and formerly of Bowie, MD, passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2021.  Born and raised in West Point, NE to the late Alma and Alphonse Kaup, she attended Guardian Angels Catholic Elementary School and High School before moving to Los Angeles, CA.  She was preceded in death by three brothers: Jim Kaup, Marvin (Patricia) Kaup, and Ed (Joyce, dec.) Kaup.  She is survived by four sisters: Marilyn (Ed, dec.) Wesel, Betty (Larry, dec.) Fisk, Charlene (Frank) Rienstra, Connie (Rick) Vade Bon Coeur, and one brother, Jerry (Colleen, dec.) Kaup.  Margie and her husband, John, recently celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary.  Dubbed the couple from the movie, The Notebook, for their celebrated love, they could always be found holding hands and wearing color-coordinated outfits.  Margie’s devoted love of John could only be matched by that of her devotion to God and her Catholic faith, and possibly, a chance to go shopping.  A favorite pastime of Margie’s was shopping either locally, or literally, anywhere in the world to arrange a beautiful ensemble for the two of them.  Margie was an avid reader, both for pleasure and of the daily newspaper.  She loved to travel, both on land and sea, and a favorite picture of John’s is of Margie riding a camel while visiting the Holy Land.  She believed in living her life as Jesus did; by giving back to the community.  She visited and delivered Holy Communion to the elderly and homebound with her group of ladies and topped the day with lunch out; another favorite of hers.  Margie was the social butterfly of the family; perpetually looking forward to the next social event on her calendar, which mostly evolved around her family.  Holiday mealtime and birthday celebrations of her children and grandchildren were just another favorite of Margie’s. She was an active parishioner of St. John Neuman Catholic Church of Annapolis, and before that, St. Pius X Catholic Church of Bowie.  Margie’s delightful and bubbly personality defied all odds and remained with her, even when dementia struck.  John was protective and cared for her, repeatedly telling her stories of their love life; how they met and how they fell in love.  When language was no longer possible for Margie, she once again defied all odds when speaking her final word, Yes!, when he told her that she loved him, too.  It’s been said the western tradition from the Greeks distinguishes four types of love and has a Greek word for all of them.  Witnessing the life of Margie and how she loved, she was blessed to attain each form of love:  Eros; passionate love, Philia; love of friends and equals, Storge; love of parents and children, and Agape; the most important-the kind of love without any self-benefit, this kind of love is important in the process of forgiveness, a love that sets a very hard bar but may be at the foundation for happiness and contentment.  Not only is Margie survived by the love of her life, John, but also their three loving children; Keri, Tami (Rob), and Scott (Trisha), four grandchildren; Amelia (Mark), Robbie, Brady, and Jarett, and one great-granddaughter, Clara.  Friends are invited to celebrate Margie’s life on Tuesday, July 27 from 2:00 to 4:00 and again, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, July 28 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, 1940 Mitchellville Road, Bowie, MD.  Interment will be held at a later date at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville, MD.  Memorial donations, in Margie’s memory, may be made to <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122</a> or <a href="https://dementiasociety.charityproud.org/donate">Dementia Society of America, PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA  18901</a>. An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

Carolyn Dorothea Ruth passed away peacefully into God's loving arms on July 22, 2021 at Regency Park Assisted Living in Gambrills.

She was born in Baltimore, MD on May 16, 1922. She grew up in the Highlandtown area of Baltimore and graduated from Patterson Park High School in 1940. On September 12, 1942, she married the love of her life, Bernie Ruth. Their marriage lasted 62 years until Bernie's death in 2004. On December 1, 1944, she became a full time mother to her only child, Carole Ann. When Carole Ann was in seventh grade, Carolyn began working for Republic Insurance Company in downtown Baltimore.

Carolyn was a devout Lutheran. She attended Augusta Lutheran Church in Baltimore City where she was an auxiliary member and taught Vacation Bible School for many years. After moving to Perry Hall, she became a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church. She was also a Girl Scout Leader at her daughter's Catholic elementary school, where she organized and ran the cookie drive each year.

Carolyn and Bernie enjoyed many activities together. They belonged to bowling teams at Perry Hall Bowling Alley. They were members of Vingt-Neuf Bowmen and competed in archery tournaments around the state. They were square dancers with the Cloverleaf Squares, where they also did round dancing and line dancing.

During their retirement years, Carolyn and Bernie loved to travel. There were trips to Spain, Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico. They also enjoyed cruises, but two of their favorite places were Gatlinburg in the Smoky Mountains and Myrtle Beach, SC.

Carolyn was an avid reader. She especially loved a good mystery. She volunteered in the library at Oakcrest Village, where she moved to in 2006. While there, she enjoyed playing bingo and pinochle, and having dinner with her many friends.

Carolyn loved spending time with family and friends. She doted on her two Cocker Spaniel Granddogs, Dodger, who passed away in 2005, and Pippin who at 14 is still hanging in there. She enjoyed her steamed crabs and beer and was always up for a fun poker game or a trip to the casino.

Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Carole Ann Page; her nieces, Peg Barney, Dorothy Robinson, Cathy Moore, Janet Tatum and Nancy Bailey and her husband, Herb; her nephews, Bob Armacost and his wife, Julia, Jim Armacost and his wife, Doris, Danny Ruth and his wife, Sue, and by her cousin, Charlie Yaeger and his wife, Brenda. 

Relatives and friends may call on Wednesday, July 28 from 10:30 to11:30 AM, with her funeral service beginning at 11:30 am, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  Interment will follow at Moreland Memorial Park Cemetery in Parkville, MD.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122</a> or <a href="https://sdsanctuary.charityproud.org/Donate?fbclid=IwAR1w8yySWucXapTad-fJ5jwfm1OJWu7VAsam90kHac5n-PstdWlBN9T_dJE">The Senior Dog Sanctuary, 8336 W B & A Rd., ​Severn, MD 21144</a>

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

Dianna S. “Di” and “Nonna” Lanham, 55 years young and longtime resident of Shady Side, passed in her home on July 21, 2021 after a long tough battle with Breast Cancer. Dianna was a 1984 Bowie High graduate who went on to pursue a career in cosmetology but quickly changed career paths after having children. She worked at Unique Mounting, managing the picture frame shop, a job she took to be close to home for her family. Dianna was a member of Our Lady Of Sorrows Catholic Church where she enjoyed time preaching the Catholic Faith with her family. She also enjoyed camping or “glamping” as she would say, dancing, going to every single sporting event for her kids, which turned into watching her grandkids play, hosting gatherings at her home, and she loved listening to country music. She was Luke Combs's number one fan!

Dianna is survived by her husband of 36 years, Steve Lanham, her children, Bob (Ashley) Lanham of Deale and Jessica (Devin) Crutchfield of Shady Side; her brothers David (Domenica, “Mimma”) DeVaughn of Annapolis and Donnie (Donna) DeVaughn of Southport, NC; her grandchildren Quinn and Brooks Lanham and Raegan Crutchfield; and her mother, Dolores DeVaughn of Annapolis. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert DeVaughn. 

A Memorial Mass to celebrate Dianna’s life will be held on Saturday, July 24 at 12:30pm at St. Andrew by the Bay Catholic Church: 701 College Parkway, Annapolis.   A celebration of life will continue at the Lanham residence following the Memorial Mass.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dianna’s name may be made to Dianna's DreamTeam for the 2021 Susan G. Komen More Than Pink Walk by clicking <a href="https://secure.info-komen.org/site/Donation2?23658.donation=form1&idb=1980598388&df_id=23658&FR_ID=8671&mfc_pref=T&PROXY_ID=23177549&PROXY_TYPE=20&s_subsrc=bfSocEmPfMsg&s_src=boundlessfundraising">HERE</a>

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Gene Walter Newport, Sr., a longtime resident of Edgewater and previously of Washington, DC, died July 21, 2021 at his home after a lengthy illness.  He was born in Washington on September 20, 1940 and was a 1959 graduate of Anacostia High School.  He worked for Prince Georges County from 1962-72 before embarking on a 30 year career as a draftsman for Randy Barrett and Associates surveying company.
Gene was a very talented musician who toured with numerous bands during his life.  He liked playing pranks on his friends, gardening and doing yard work with his wife Christine.  A talented artist, Gene also loved working on his Indian motorcycle and his ’49 Ford.  
Gene is survived by his wife of 44 years, Christine M. Newport; his children, Gene W. Newport, Jr. of Delaware and Jacqueline Newport Garland of Scottsdale, AZ; his step-daughter, Cindy Rammage-Kite of South Carolina; his siblings, Bo Newport of Davidsonville, Shirley Godbout of Annapolis and Teresa Edwards of Harwood; and his grandchildren, Derrace Baker and Jacqueline Garland.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Gotheran and Dorothy Newport.
A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, July 31 at 1 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gene’s name may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.  


Carene "Mama House" Elizabeth Housenfluck, 80, a seven-year resident of Bethany Beach, DE and previously of Gambrills and New Carrollton, MD, died of cancer on July 21, 2021, following a short illness.  Born October 28, 1940, in Washington, DC to the late Howard and Irene Peter, Carene was a graduate of Suitland High School.  She was a devoted and loving housewife and mother, who loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.  Carene as an active volunteer with the Arundel Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxillary, Maryland State Firemans Association, and the Anne Arundel County Volunteer Firefighters Association Ladies Auxiliary. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Bryan Housenfluck.  Carene is survived by her husband of 61 years, Earl L. Housenfluck, Sr.; three children, Earl (Teresa) Housenfluck, Jr. of Myrtle Beach, SC, Lynn (Kevin) Duckworth of Annapolis, MD, and Patty (Kenny) Boswell of Deale, MD; two sisters, Marian Nicholson of Laurel, MD and Margery Smith of Port Charlotte, FL; six grandchildren,Todd (Emma Chini) Duckworth, Jessica (Tyler Woody) Wilson, Kayla (Tyler Hardy) Boswell, Joseph Housenfluck, Jacob (Sierra Roach) Boswell, and Savannah (Jimmy Stutz) Jacobson; and five great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Carene's life on Monday, July 26 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, with a brief Ladies Auxiliary Service at 7 pm, at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 27 at 10 am.  Interment will immediately follow the service at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Maryland Fire Rescue Services Memorial Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 742, Annapolis, MD 21404. An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

Linda Lou Barker Walker, 73, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at the home of her loving daughter, Lisa Marie Walker Flieger, in Annapolis, MD. Linda was born in Beckley, WV to the late James and Jean Barker. After graduating from Collins High School in Oak Hill, WV, she married Larry E. Walker and they moved to Annapolis, MD in the spring of 1967. The family built their home in Annapolis and spent their early years enjoying boating, fishing and water sports on the surrounding waterways. Linda enjoyed a career in data processing for the State of Maryland Comptroller’s Office and retired after 40 years of service. Her accomplishments included multiple awards and commendations from the Governor’s and Comptroller’s Offices. She enjoyed bowling, painting landscapes, traveling, sports, animals and training and showing her beloved dogs. She lived a wonderful and happy life with her family and friends. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa (Kevin) Flieger of Annapolis; her four grandchildren, Matthew and Christopher Dove, Faith and Nicholas Flieger; her loving partner, David Coladonato of Annapolis; her former husband, Larry Walker of Annapolis; her sisters, Carol (James) Walker of Annapolis and Anita Barker of Fayetteville, WV; her pet dogs, Panda and Caesar and her five great grandchildren. A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, August 8, 2021 from 12pm until Linda's memorial service begans at 2pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory. The family suggests making a donation in Linda’s memory to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122. Condolences may be made by using the tab on this page.

 Victor Raymond "Vic" Cook, 51 and a resident of Annapolis, passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 after battling cancer.  Born September 14, 1969 in Baltimore, MD he graduated from Annapolis High School with honors and went on to earn a Master's Degree in Business Administration. Victor owned and operated Vic's Bailbonds since the early 90's. In addition, Victor was a Master Barber and held a Property and Casualty Insurance license.  Among his many hobbies and interests, Victor loved his family and friends.  Victor had many talents and could fix anything.  He was an Elvis fan and loved shoot pool and sing karaoke.  His contagious smile and heart of gold will be missed dearly.  Victor always put others before himself.  He was a loving and caring husband and father.

Vic is survived by his wife of 18 years, Jennifer; his sons, Victor G. and Dylan T. Cook, both of Annapolis; his mother, Joanna Sales; and his and siblings, Raymond Cook of Chicago, Dawn Coman (Dan) of Annapolis, Cheryl Cook of Easton, and Rita Cook of Arnold. He is predeceased by his sister, Iris Cook also of Annapolis.

Family and friends are invited to join the celebration of Vic's life on Friday, July 23, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. A graveside funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 24 at 12 noon at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Vic's memory may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.

Please take a moment to sign the family's online guestbook by visiting the link on this page.

Jacquelyn Annette Porter was born to Oliver V. Porter Jr., and Emma Lee Porter on April 19, 1951, and spent her childhood with parents and siblings in Warrior, Alabama. Jackie’s elementary and high school education was completed at Warrior Junior High and North Jefferson High School. She spent many fun and loving hours as a member of St. James United Methodist Church (Warrior, AL), and was nurtured in the love of God and grew in faith. 

Early in her life, it was discovered that she had a beautiful voice. She used this gift when singing in her church, high school and college choirs. Jackie attended Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Knoxville College in Knoxville, Tennessee, and Bowie State University in Bowie, Maryland, where she completed her elementary education degree. Jackie and Howard Plato Lloyd, Jr., (deceased) met at Knoxville College, married and became parents of Kawana Lavenia and Howard Jordan. 

She was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Oxon Hill and recently began attending Oxon Hill United Methodist Church. 

Jackie was passionate in the work that she did with children as director of childhood programming for the YMCA, Prince George’s County Branch and as an elementary school teacher at Hillcrest Heights Elementary and Bladensburg Elementary. After more than 20 years in early childhood learning and education, she retired in 2013. 

Her zeal and joy for life was infectious. She was a fun person who loved her family and her friends. She also loved music and a good yard party. 

Survivors are daughter Kawana Lavenia Lloyd and Grandson Lucas John-Lyons Robertson, Jr., Howard Jordan Lloyd (Ebony Vinson) and grandchildren Noah and Maya Lloyd. 

Sisters Gwen Gibson (Bill), Toni Hines (William), Patricia Bailey, Bonita Hatley (Larry); Brother Duane Porter; Brother in-law Barry Wooledge. Aunts Marie Porter, May Freeman. Preceded in death parents Reverend Oliver V. Porter, Jr., and Emma Lee Porter, siblings Olivia, Oliver, and Lois (Wooledge).

Sister-friends Tara Johnson, Dorinne McKay, Cherice Bowden, dear friend Ben Pryor and many more friends, cousins, nieces, and nephews. 




Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Gathering on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD from 10 a.m. until the start of the memorial service at 11 a.m. Interment private at a later date. The family requests flowers or memorial contributions may be made to Shepherd's Cove Emergency Shelter (for women in Children), https://www.ucappgc.org/make-a-donation

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Mary Virginia Pinckney Moscati, age 84, on July 18, 2021, in Glen Burnie, Md. Born on July 3, 1937, in Washington, D.C. to Virginia Handy Evans Pinckney and James Pinckney. She grew up in Greenbelt and Cheverly, Maryland, and spent most of her life at her Kettering home in Largo, Md.     

She was preceded in death by her devoted companion, John “Buddy” Abell in 2006, by her brother James Pinckney, Jr., and a half-brother Thomas Pinckney.    

Mary began working as a bookkeeper for a meat market and plumbing company among others before she began work at the Veterans’ Agency in Washington, DC. She was a determined red-head and even worked for Avon and Hecht’s to keep her boys in Christmas presents.  She retired from the VA, Old Soldiers’ Home as the office manager accountant.  She enjoyed helping small businesses and family and continued doing their bookkeeping and taxes for “fun”.  

Mary loved boating and being on the water, serving in the Coast Guard Auxiliary – Flotilla 24 – for many years. She loved her pets and showed Persian Cats.  She had Brittany dogs and enjoyed training “Fleetwood” for Obedience shows.  She loved driving her Cadillac and took it to car shows.  She loved sharing the family history and getting out with friends.  She joined in Senior classes at the community college for swimming and piano.  She loved to travel with senior groups and her friends whenever she could around the country, abroad or cruising to Alaska.  

She was very proud of her family.  She also loved lighthouses and the color blue, Hummels, Christmas trains, African violets and desserts.  Mostly she loved family and friends.  Her house (or her boat) was the gathering place, and it was never too long before she would offer food - at least a little something sweet.  Her life is a living example of what it means to be present and love family and friends - always making sure everyone had a present under the tree, sending cards for birthdays, making sure everyone had plenty to eat even for a short visit.  

Mary is survived by her three sons and their wives Mike & Janet Moscati, Steve & Tammy Moscati, Craig & Jan Moscati; step-sister Barbara Wright; step-brother, Lauren Richter; sister-in-law Peggy Pinckney, 13 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and many nephews and nieces.  All of these she loved, and they will miss her deeply.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Mary's life on Monday, July 26 from 3 to 6 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, July 27 at 11 am at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, 3401 Bladensburg Rd., Brentwood, MD.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary's name to <a href="https://donorbox.org/rescue-cats">Rescue cats | 4 Paws Rescue Team, Inc.</a> or <a href="https://www.puppypawsrescue.org/">PuppyPaws Rescue, PO Box 45, Huntingtown, MD. 20639</a>

An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

Mary Ann passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021 in Clinton, MD. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Frank Oliverio and her parents, Edward Michael and Sophia Josephine Priester and her siblings. She is survived by her nieces, nephews and many friends. 

Relatives and friends are invited to her life celebration on Thursday, August 5, 2021 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD from 10:30  a.m. until the start of the service at 11:30 a.m. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. 

Suzanne Cocimano, 88, a resident of Riva, MD for 41 years, died peacefully at her home on July 17, 2021, of cancer.  Suzanne was born April 10, 1933 to Francis and Esther Riley in Washington, DC.  She attended Wilson Teachers College, where she met her husband, Philip Cocimano.  They were married for 57 years before his death in 2010.  Suzanne was a devoted wife and mother who loved her family.  A talented floral designer, she also enjoyed creating stained glass artwork, gardening, animals, going to the movies and visiting her beach house in Fenwick Island, DE.  She was a parishioner at Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville, MD and an active member of the South County Senior Center.
She is survived by her two daughters, Maureen Montgomery (Monte) of Annapolis, MD and Colleen White (Michael) of Chester, MD; six grandchildren, Erin Montgomery, Kirstin Shea, SSgt. Timothy Montgomery (Abigail), and Ryan, Philip, and Megan White; and four great-grandchildren, Ian & Kellan Shea and Mia & Cole Montgomery.
Friends are invited to a viewing from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 21, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville.  Interment at Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the AAMC Foundation, 2000 Medical Parkway, Belcher Pavilion, Ste. 604, Annapolis, MD 21401.  Please designate the gift to the Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. 
Online condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab above.


Donald Tullis was the oldest of five boys born to John and Gladys Tullis on September 25, 1951 in Clayton, Alabama. He graduated Jones High School in Orlando, Florida. He attended Electronics School in Tampa, Florida. During the Vietnam War, he volunteered and joined the Navy. He was assigned to the USS Eisenhower stationed in Norfolk, Virginia. He retired from the military and was in the Reserves. After his military service he became a civilian employee with the Department of Defense for over forty years until his promotion to be with the Lord. He worked part time security for Securtias Security for over ten years. Don was all about his family. He was married to Lucy Hobbs-Tullis for 49 years, they have one daughter Dawn Tullis (Dumfries, Virginia) and two grandsons, John Wynston Tullis (Woodbridge, Virginia), Jakari Tullis (Dumfries, Virginia). He has one brother Walter Tullis who resides in Eufaula, Alabama. Two sister-in-laws: Minnie Woodard (Orlando, FL), and Wylie Bailey (Alton) Orlando, FL. Four brother-in-laws: James Hobbs (Debbie) Orlando, FL, Dr. Leonard Hobbs (Charlotte) Orlando, FL,  Pastor Joe Cecil Hobbs (Sylvia) Orlando, FL, Eldolgie Crawford (Deceased “Ann”). Extended family member Troy Hatcher of Dumfries, Virginia. Don, enjoyed taking care of his lawn. His pride was his garden even if it didn’t always grow in abundance as he thought it should. He was often quoted saying “not going to grow, not going to keep watering you”. His grandsons are his pride and joy, he didn’t spoil them, and he loved them. Don, had a big heart. He had a strong spiritual spirit. His belief in God was unwavering. When he was near death he said, “He’s waiting on me.” He was loved and will be missed by all whose lives and hearts he touched.

Obituaries

Sherry Stover

Gladys Searcy

William Lenck

Beatriz Tolentino

Susan Ellingsworth

Barbara Lerch

Zito Alba

Leon Washington

Doris Cook

Douglas Mitchell

Brian Smith

Sean Watson

Marjorie Price

Carolyn Ruth

Dianna Lanham

Gene Newport

Carene Housenfluck

Linda Walker

Victor Cook

Jacquelyn Lloyd

Mary Moscati

Mary Ann Oliverio

Suzanne Cocimano

Donald Tullis