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Donna Marie Collins passed away Saturday, March 6, 2021 at age 61. She is survived by her husband, Chuck Collins; four wonderful daughters: Nanci, Nina, Jenna and Julia; her parents, Nick and Nancy Garito; her siblings, Debbie Hindle and Nick Garito Jr (Susan); her mother-in-law, Catherine Collins, brothers-in-law, Steve, Bob, and Jim; sister-in-law, Amy; niece, Christine Bean (Justin) and nephew, Joseph. 

Donna Garito was born on September 25, 1959 in Washington, DC. She grew up in Camp Springs, MD and graduated from Crossland High School in 1977. She went on to Prince George’s Community College and graduated from the University of Maryland in 1981 with a degree in Marketing. Donna landed a coveted position with Xerox and then left to focus more on her marketing interests at Ace Federal Court Reporting where she stayed until 1992. 

She married the love of her life, Chuck, on October 9, 1988. Donna was not only a loving wife to Chuck; she was his soul mate, teammate, cheerleader and competitor. They enjoyed each other’s company, especially traveling together and even simply playing games. They had four beautiful daughters: Nanci in 1992, Nina in 1994, and Jenna and Julia in 1996. With the birth of her first child, Donna embarked on a new career as a stay-at-home mom. She was a wonderful, loving, selfless, and demanding mother who nurtured in her children the importance of serving others.  Her success is reflected in her daughters’ career choices: Nanci is an ER nurse at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC; Nina is a special education teacher in Montgomery County, MD; and twins Jenna and Julia serve as U.S. Naval Flight Officers stationed in Jacksonville, FL and Virginia Beach, VA respectively. 

Donna had many interests. Her greatest passion was her family and ensuring that every occasion - birthday, anniversary and holiday - was special for them. She was also passionate about sports and threw herself into volunteering for her children’s teams and activities. Her twin daughters played Navy women’s lacrosse and their team soon became an extension of Donna’s family. The relationship brought her so much joy that Donna became a USNA-sponsor mom and happily welcomed midshipmen into her home. 

Donna’s last wish was to donate her organs for transplant. Though words cannot describe our despair at losing our beloved Donna, we are happy she is still making a difference in this world 

Friends are invited to celebrate Donna’s life with her family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 12 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 13 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD.  Burial will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville. 

Online condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab above.


Saturdays Mass at St. John Neumann can be viewed by using  <a href="https://vimeo.com/event/78413">this link</a>

David Lee “Dave” Kirchner, 81, a lifelong resident of Annapolis, died at his home on Saturday, March 6 of natural causes. Born on April 10, 1939 in Annapolis, MD to the late Frank and Louise Kirchner, Dave was a graduate of Annapolis Senior High School. He served in the Maryland National Guard and worked as a master plumber at the U.S. Naval Academy. In his spare time he enjoyed working on trucks and tractors. Dave was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean Kirchner; his children, Laura Quinn and Frank Boebert and his brothers, Frank and Robert Kirchner. He is survived by his sons, David L. Kirchner, Jr. of Maryland, Robert “Bob” and Gregory P. Kirchner both of Annapolis and David Boebert of Florida and his grandchildren, Gregory “Pete , David, Anthony “AJ” and Carley Kirchner, Matthew Boebert and Jenny Cameron. A graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 1911 Forest Dr., Annapolis, MD on Thursday, March 11 at 11 am.  Please take a moment and leave a condolence for the family by using the tab on this page.



Dr. Jude Patrick Dougherty, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at his home in Potomac, Maryland. He was the Dean of the School of Philosophy at The Catholic University of America for over 30 years, and Editor-in-Chief for 44 years of The Review of Metaphysics.

Jude Dougherty was born to the late Edward Timothy and Cecelia Anastasia (née Loew) Dougherty on July 21, 1930 in Chicago, Illinois. He is preceded in death by the December 2020 passing of his wife Patricia Ann (née Regan) and the 2011 passing of his sister Inez Juanita Bowling.

In 1954, Jude earned his Bachelor’s degree from Catholic University, followed by a Master of Arts in 1955. He was subsequently an instructor at Marquette University, as well as Bellarmine College. In 1960, Jude received his Doctor of Philosophy from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. 

Dr. Dougherty was an Assistant and Associate Professor at Bellarmine College from 1960-66. From 1966-76, Dr. Dougherty was an Associate Professor, and a Professor from 1976 onwards at Catholic University. He was a Visiting Professor from 1974-75 at Katholieke Universiteit te Leuven in Belgium. 

In 1967, Dr. Dougherty was named the first lay Dean of the School of Philosophy at Catholic University, a position he held for over 30 years. 

In December of 1971, Jude became Editor-In-Chief of The Review of Metaphysics, a position he held for 44 years. Over 900 articles were published during his tenure, one of the longest-running editorships of a prestigious journal in history.

Dr. Dougherty’s acquaintance and subsequent friendship with Polish prelate Cardinal Karol Wojtyła, a fellow philosopher, led to an invitation for the Cardinal to lecture at Catholic University in July of 1976. Cardinal Wojtyła would become Pope John Paul II (and later Saint) in 1978, and visited Catholic University again in 1979.

Dr. Dougherty’s published works include The Logic of Religion; The Good Life and its Pursuit; The Nature of Scientific Explanation; Wretched Aristotle: Using the Past to Rescue the Future; Western Creed, Western Identity: Essays in Legal and Social Philosophy; Jacques Maritain: An Intellectual Profile; Briefly Considered; Interpretations; Approaches to Morality; The Impact of Vatican II; The Theological Directions of the Ecumenical Movement; Recent American Naturalism: An Exposition and Critique; and Religion - Gesellschaft - Demokratie: Ausgewählte Aufsätze. In addition, Dr. Dougherty wrote numerous essays on various contemporary and philosophical topics over the years. 

Dr. Dougherty held numerous leadership positions in multiple organizations. He was President of the American Catholic Philosophical Association (1974-75), President of the Society for Philosophy of Religion (1978-79) and President of the Metaphysical Society of America (1983-84). Dougherty was an emeritus member of the Pontifical Academy of St. Thomas Aquinas since 1980. He was also a member of the American Philosophical Association (Program Chairman Eastern Division 1988, Executive Committee Eastern Division 1989-93), the Fellowship of Catholic Scholars (Executive Secretary 1994-97, Treasurer 1994-97), and the European Academy of Sciences and Arts since 1991. He was also the Founder and President-elect of the Kentucky Philosophy Association (1966), and President of the Washington Philosophy Club (1968-69). Dr. Dougherty was a trustee at Bellarmine College from 1972-75, and the University of Bridgeport from 1995-99. He was also a member of the board of advisors for the Franklin J. Matchette Foundation since 1971. 

Dr. Dougherty received many honors over the course of his career. In 1999, he was decorated Knight of the Order of St. Gregory the Great by Saint John Paul II. In the same year, he received Catholic University’s President’s Medal. In 1994, he received the Cardinal Wright Award from the Fellowship of Catholic Scholars as well as the Aquinas Medal from the American Catholic Philosophical Association. In 1998, he received a Special Recognition Award from the Graduate Student Association and the Undergraduate Student Government from Catholic University. He received the Jacques Maritain Scholarly Excellence Award in 2000, and the Fides et Ratio Lifetime Achievement Award in 2005 from the American Maritain Association. He was also awarded the Cardinal Gibbons Medal from Catholic University’s Alumni Association. Additionally, he received a Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa, from The Catholic University of Lublin in 2000, and a Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa, from Thomas More College in 1995. 

While a student at Catholic University, Jude met Patricia Ann Regan, who was studying for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. On December 28, 1957, Jude and Patricia were married at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Hoopeston, Illinois, and were married 62 years before Patricia’s passing.

Jude is survived by his sons, Thomas H. and his wife Lynne, Michael T. and his wife Angela, John C. and his wife Michelle, and Paul R. and his wife Elizabeth. He is also survived by his ten grandchildren, Catherine, Grace, William, Madeline, Patrick, Emma, Jacob, Jack, Alexander and Michael.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 15 at The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 400 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, D.C. 20017.

In remembrance of Jude’s life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made in his name to St. Joseph Children’s Home in Louisville, Kentucky (http://sjkids.org/)



On Friday, March 5, 2021 Paul Wesley Burkley lost his battle to Cancer and gained his angel wings. He will always be shining his light down on us from heaven.  Paul is survived by his brother Rob Burkley Jr., Sue Wiles and Cathy Humphries, as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

Paul was beloved by all that knew him. An amazing person who will always be remembered for his love, laughter, generosity and uplifting spirit. In addition to the love that Paul had for his family and friends, he was an avid sports fan. So in Paul’s last words…HTTR, ALLCAPS. Fear the Turtle, and Nats Nats Nats!

In lieu of flowers, we request that donations be made in his name to the American Cancer Society – <a href="https://www.cancer.org/">https://www.cancer.org/</a> or the Wounded Warrior Project – support.woundedwarriorproject.org




Jane M. McQuilkin, 80, a resident of Annapolis, MD for twenty-five years, died on Thursday, March 4 at her home in Heritage Harbour. Born on November 14, 1940, in Dover, New Hampshire to the late Thomas Henry and Eleanor Swallow Murray, Jane earned an Associate’s Degree in business and enjoyed a lengthy and successful career in mortgage banking and real estate. She was a member of Riva Trace Baptist Church, President of the Women’s Council of the Board of Realtors, the activity director at Heritage Harbour, and a Sunday school teacher for many years. Jane was one of a kind! She was intelligent, joyful, and most importantly, a woman who adored the Lord. She enjoyed dancing at the moose lodge, playing bunco with her girlfriends, getting her hair done once a week, having a date night with her husband, Mac, at the clubhouse every Friday night, and loved spending time with her family! She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Kearney (Mac) McQuilkin. Jane is survived by her daughter, Kimberleigh Murray of Annapolis, MD; grandchildren, Kara and Thomas Murray and their father Tommy Murray; her great-grandchildren, Karlee Eugenio and Milleigh Murray; sister, Lois (Gary) Roberts of Alexandria, VA; niece Meredith (James) Bates; great-nephews and niece Jake, Christine and Will Bates; stepchildren David (Kathy), Robert (Deborah) and Frank (Julie) McQuilkin; step-grandchildren, Stephanie, Jimmy, Kasey, Joey, Brett, and Kelly;  step-great-grandchildren, Waylon, Johnny, Cameron, Collins, and Brooks. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Dannie "Disco Dan" Senft, Sr., 60, a lifelong resident of Edgewater, MD, died at Anne Arundel Medical Center on March 3, 2021, of pneumonia.  Born October 30, 1960, in Washington, DC to Edward and May Senft, he graduated from Southern High School in 1978.  Dannie worked at Gable Signs and enjoyed fishing and crabbing.  In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of 27-years, Linda Senft; two sons, Dannie Senft, Jr. and his wife, Erica of Edgewater, MD, and Brandon Senft of Edgewater, MD; three siblings, David Senft and his wife, Doris, Liz Gonzales and her husband, Gunzi, and Nancy Kadonoff and her husband, Bram and multiple nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to celebrate Dannie's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Saturday, March 13 from 3 to 6 pm.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Attn: Membership Department, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403, or online at <a href="https://secure.cbf.org/site/Donation2?df_id=1502&mfc_pref=T&1502.donation=form1&s_src=00OSMEMACQMEMACQWEB0000006Z02&s_subsrc=0000_FR_WB_TRB_XXX_db_xx&_gl=1*10yynqp*_ga*NDIxMzM2ODEzLjE2MTQ5NzM5NjY.*_ga_LZKG7DYJLG*MTYxNDk3Mzk2NS4xLjEuMTYxNDk3NDM0OS4w">www.cbf.org</a>.  An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

“We live our lives as a tale that is told, and as a vapor that appears for a time, then vanishes away”

Nathaniel Gartland Treat passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2021 at the age of 41. He was born November 16, 1979, in Tacoma Park, MD to Dennis and Kerrie Treat. Nathaniel graduated from Quince Orchard High School in 1998, and then college from Middle Tennessee State University in 2002. He worked in the arts and production industry as a lead audiovisual technician and project manager. Nathaniel married Sarah Stone in Nagshead, NC in 2009. They resided in Baltimore, MD and Knoxville, TN. Nathaniel loved to play and listen to music. He also enjoyed drawing, writing, helping others in need and being with his closest friends and family. 
Nathaniel is survived by his mother and father, Kerrie and Dennis Treat, his wife Sarah Stone Treat, brother and sister in-law Jason Treat and Julia Ames, niece Nellie, brother and sister-in-law Ben and Sammie Treat, nephew Owen, and niece Izzy, mother and father-in-law, Ronnie and Pam Stone, brother/sister in-law Larry and Annie Smith, niece Haley and nephew Conner, and brother/sister-in-law Kyle and Katie Charnley. Nathaniel will forever be loved and missed.  A private Mass of Christian will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Edgewater. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to OAI - Opiate Awareness Institute, 11125 Park Blvd., Suite 104-211, Seminole, FL 33772 or online by clicking <a href="https://www.facebook.com/donate/475431153488382/">HERE</a> 

Please leave a condolence for the family by signing the online guestbook at the link on this page.

**Eulogies given at Nathaniel's memorial service:

Good Morning, Sarah has written some memories of her and Nathaniel and she has asked me to share. 

1998-Fall-Peck Hall…Our lives changed forever. A small town country girl and a big city boy locked eyes and fell in love. The words, “I never want you to leave my car,” will forever be on repeat in mind, and then a first kiss to solidify our love happened. 

My first gift to Nathaniel was our dog Leia after he had lost his childhood dog Alex. He loved that dog more than life itself, and she became our first fur-baby. 

Then life happened…… but we always came back to each other
Ten years later in 2008, on a black sand beach with a Costa Rican sunset and friends hiding behind trees, Nathaniel asked me to spend the rest of his life with him. There was no hesitation at all, and a year later on the beach of Nagshead, NC, we had an epic wedding and I became a part of the Treat family, the happiest day of my life. I gained my first two brothers and a second set of parents that meant the world to me. 

The next several years left great memories. We lived in five different homes, went to shows, took boat and jet ski rides, had Sunday dinners while watching the Ravens play, had many nights of playing board games but our favorite times together was snuggled on the coach with Leia, Lucy and Wicket watching a movie.    He simply completed me. 

Though times became complicated for Nathaniel, my heart would never let him go. 
See….Nathaniel and I had a type of relationship where we could sit in silence and have a conversation, it felt as if we had always known each other. Some might call it soul mates. 

Regardless of Nathaniel’s battles, he never wanted to burden anyone with his problems; he loved to make people smile and would help a stranger with anything and without judgment. 
He had a heart of gold. 

I know he’s watching over me, 
I know he’s watching over us. 

Fly high baby and I will see you again one day in the clouds.

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Good morning.    Kerrie and Dennis wrote these memories of Nathaniel. They have asked that I read them on their behalf.

When Jason and Ben were six and four years old, Nathaniel was a pleasant surprise addition to our family. Kerrie still holds a precious memory of pushing Nathaniel in his stroller and thanking God for the opportunity to continue that wonderful phase of motherhood for a few more years.

Eventually, Nathaniel traded in his stroller for bikes,skateboards, and snowboards. He grew into a happy, charming, and intelligent young man.

He was persuasive, even at a young age. He somehow convinced us that we should go visit a litter of 11 Golden Retriever puppies. Of course,we came home with Alex who was with us for many years.

He loved sports, where he exerted such drive and determination.As you all know, he hated losing. His love of music steered him into bands and then sound engineering as a career. He had found his calling.

We were thrilled when Sarah came along; she was the love of his life, and our “first daughter.”We have such happy memories of the two of them together,and all of us as a family.

Being a sensitive person, he was always ready to help others in need. In 2007, he and Ben, and their friend,Tim, saved a man’s life, though it resulted in his own terrible injuries. In the end, that unselfish act probably cost him his life.

As his parents, we will always remember him as a caring,sensitive, and charming son who gave us great joy. Nathaniel loved the simple things in life: fires in the fireplace, lasagna, a large cup of coffee—with lots of sugar, and chocolate chip cookies.He loved to draw, to play his bass, and root for his Ravens. He loved our boat and waverunner,and any beach anywhere.

We hope you, too, will carry loving memories of Nathaniel at his best.

May he now rest in everlasting peace.

And finally, this — from a headstone in Ireland:

“Those we love don’t go away.
They walk beside us everyday.
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed, and very dear.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

Donald R. Redmiles of Davidsonville, MD, known by many as Coach “Cap,” passed away quietly on March 1, 2021 at 93 years young.

A 40-year resident of Davidsonville, and previously of Cheverly, MD, Donald was born May 2, 1927 to the late Alfred and Bessie Redmiles, the youngest of eight sisters and two brothers, all of whom predeceased him.  
As a youth, Donald played sandlot baseball in Prince George’s County with the Snug Harbor Tavern team.  
From 1945 to 1946, Donald served in the U.S. Army, attending the University of Maryland in 1948 under the G.I. Bill where he played infield for Coach Shipley and graduated in 1953. 

He began his teaching career at Bell High School in Washington DC and helped start the Bladensburg Boys Club baseball team, then coached seven years at Bladensburg and Glenridge Junior High Schools and nine years at DuVal Senior High School.  

After completing his master’s degree at George Washington University in 1969, Donald began a 14-year career as a Health and Physical Education instructor at Prince George’s Community College where he was the head baseball coach of the PGCC Owls until his retirement in 1983.  As an instructor, Donald was well known for leading the “Senior’s Walking Class,” motivating seniors to exercise through organized tours of various sights and destinations.  

For his dedication to coaching, Donald was inducted into the Washington D.C. Area Home Plate Club in 1987 and to the Maryland State Association of Baseball Coaches in 1994.  He was also a proud member of Prince George’s County Retired Coaches, Teachers, Administrators and Friends (“Top Jocks”).

Donald enjoyed years of golfing and travel throughout the U.S., and treasured the many summers spent at his vacation home in Stephen’s City, VA with his wife, children and friends.  

Donald was an avid gardener throughout his life, keeping his entire family and neighbors well stocked with vegetables from a large backyard garden.  

In addition to his parents and siblings, Donald was preceded in death by Stella, his loving wife of 65 years, and his grandson, Thomas Redmiles. Donald leaves behind his two sons: Joseph (Mary) Redmiles and Glenn (Irene) Redmiles, both of Davidsonville; four grandchildren, Matthew (Molly Abbott) Redmiles of Selbyville, DE, Colleen (Jon) Isett of Davidsonville, Katie (Chris) Redmiles Barron and Donald Redmiles, both of Annapolis, and three great-granddaughters, all who will miss their Pop.  

A private family funeral is planned.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Thomas H. Redmiles Foundation, 1260 Village Lake Drive, Davidsonville, MD  21035. 

Online condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab above.


Charles William Johnson, Jr., son of the late Charles W. Sr. and Leola F. Johnson was born February 23, 1943, in Washington, DC; and on Monday, March 1, 2021, he quietly entered into eternal rest.

Charles Jr. was lovingly nicknamed “Buddy” by his father and was baptized at an early age at The Way of the Cross Church of Christ in Washington, DC.  He attended DC Public Schools and immediately following high school he enlisted into the U.S. Army where he was honorably discharged after 10 years of service.  After military service, he worked at The Washington Post as a newspaper distributor and the Washington Metropolitan Police Department as a police officer.  He relocated to Springfield, MA, where he worked for Digital Computer Electronics Company. Upon returning to Washington, D.C. he united with Corinthian Baptist Church on 5th & I Street, NW.  He worked at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) in various positions until he retired as a Supervisor of ATC.  He spent his retirement years in Rocky Mount, NC, and united with Word Tabernacle Church. 

He was married to Lillian Johnson and from that union were three children.  Buddy later met and married his current wife, Ruth Jones, of 46 years until his death.

Buddy, as his family and friends called him, was a kind, loyal, dependable, caring, and humble person.  He enjoyed doing fun things with his family, including fishing, playing bid whist, and orchestrating Easter egg hunts every year.  He was loved and admired by all who knew him.

He leaves to mourn his loss, a devoted wife, Ruth, and his beloved sister, Beverly; five children; Willard “Butch” (Julie), Deidre “Dee Dee”, David, Sharea, and Cynthia; grandchildren MeChale (Demetrius), Crystal (Evan), Delonte, Denitra, Dejourna, Mikal, Seth, David Jr., Evan, Valery, Brittany, Brianna, Sydni, Brandon, and Jadon; two sisters-in-law, Bonnie and Dorothy (Dottie); and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.



The visitation, funeral services and interment for Mr. Johnson are private. 

Willie was born on May 2, 1933 in Raleigh, NC to Willie and Esther (Byrd) Haywood. He excelled in school, attending Washington High School and graduating as student class Vice President in 1950. He would occasionally remark proudly, in conversations with a dear friend of his, on them being the youngest to graduate high school in their class. Willie went on to Hampton University where he received his Bachelor’s degree in 1954, and American University for Masters degree in 1965. With his love of constantly learning, he also studied at the  University of Rhodesia (Zimbabwe) and University of Ghana. 

Willie had a distinguished twenty six year career in the military, as part of the Air Defense Artillery Branch of the Army. His roles included Battalion Commander during one of his two tours in Vietnam, Battalion Commander during a tour in Germany, Attache Officer in multiple African countries, and lecturer at the National War College as an African Affairs Specialist. During his career in the military he received a number of commendations and medals including but not limited to, a National Defense Service Medal, an Air Medal, a Legion of Merit, a Joint Service Achievement Medal. 

Willie was an avid reader, and his homes were always filled with volumes of books on varied topics. He bestowed this love of reading and learning to each of his children, emphasizing the value of education both formal and informal. He was a well of knowledge and embodied the idea of a lifelong learner. He loved music and would frequently play some of his favorite artists and composers; from Nat King Cole, Ray Charles, Count Basie, to Tchaikovsky, and Beethoven. He enjoyed traveling and visiting new countries which can be seen from the scores of photos of various places he lived or visited. 

He was known for his booming voice (forever commanding a battalion) and jovial attitude. Willie had a giving heart, always willing to help someone get a leg up in life. His generosity extended past family to include friends and many organizations. He supported a number of nonprofits predominantly with missions to help veteran and active duty military members.

It is with this and so much more that on Friday, February 26, 2021, Willie Haywood, loving husband and father of five children, went home to be with the Lord.

Willie was preceded in death by his father, Willie Sr., his mother Esther, his brother Paul, and his first wife Maryetta. He is survived by his wife Rose, his children Michael, Joan, Jeanne, Annitta, and Ike, several grandchildren, nieces, a nephew, cousins, and many friends including his childhood and forever friend David Edwards.


Rika Perikles Tayman, age 91, passed away peacefully at her home in Davidsonville, MD on February 28, 2021. Born on October 16, 1929 in Cleveland, OH to the late George and Athina Perikles, Rika grew up in White Sulphur Springs, WV and Mount Rainer, MD.  She loved dancing and airplanes and at the age of 16, she obtained a job and began taking ballet because she loved to dance so much.  After only 2 years of dance lessons, she was invited to join The National Ballet Company.  Rika went on to dance at the Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC and then to Europe for 2 years as part of a small act called, “Three Chicks and Chuck.”  After returning from Europe, she went to work for American Express. In 1965 she started taking flying lessons and made it through her first solo flight but never went on to get her license.  Instead, she started dating her best friend, Lettie Tayman’s brother and on September 10, 1967 she married Arthur Bond Tayman. In 1969, they had one daughter, Victoria Marika.  As a family they settled in Davidsonville, MD where they lived for the rest of their lives.  Rika worked as a secretary at The Macke Company, Muller Holdings Corp., and at Rifkin, Weiner, Livingston, LLC, Attorneys at Law from where she retired in the fall of 1995.  After retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her family and all 8 of her grandkids, traveling with Bond, and volunteering at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church.  Throughout her life she enjoyed working in the yard, crocheting, playing cards with friends and especially spending time with her family.  Rika was loved by all who met her, she was kind and hard working and as one of her co-workers said when she retired, “You’re one hell of a Lady.” Rika was preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Bond Tayman in April 2019; her brother, Perry Perikles in 1981; her sister, Kiki Cardenas in 2015, and her sister-in-law, Susan Sohn in 2021.  She is survived by her daughter, Victoria Bickford; her son-in-law, Brian Bickford; her grandchildren, Emily, Daniel, Sarah, Johnathan, Christian, Caleb, Joshua and Anna Bickford; her brother, John Perikles; her sister-in-law, Margie Perikles; brother-in-law, Louis Cardenas; sister-in-law, Lettie Zaffaroni and all her nieces and nephews.  A private family service will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401.   Online condolences and tributes may be made by using the link on this page.

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We are not defined by the length of our life, but rather the depth of our life. Taken from us far too soon, Adam Benjamin Schneider was just approaching the deepest parts of life’s journey. Adam passed suddenly on Saturday, February 27th, 2021. 
 
Adam was a kind, happy, compassionate, and resilient son, brother, cousin, and friend. Adam was always ready to lend a helping hand.  Adam’s younger sister Sophie loved that her brother had her name tattooed on his wrist as a sign of their forever bond. Adam loved his little sister, and he was very protective of her.  They were best friends.  He adored his baby sister Sophie; and strived to always make his parents proud. He loved his family fiercely.

He loved attending car shows with his Pop-pop Clive Sonde and Ita Vicky. He idolized his Pop-pop and drew great comfort and pride from their relationship and love of corvettes.   Also, he loved fishing with his Poppy Sidney Schneider.  He went on many adventures with his grandparents Gayle and Sid. He loved eating New York bagels that Aunt Diane Sonde brought for every visit.  Adam loved hanging out in Brooklyn with his G-d parents Diane and Larry.  He loved his Titi Anna Rodriguez who showered him with lots of love and made him his favorite meals when he was a child. He loved his au pair Simona Jiraskova-Melendez who played with him and helped raise him. Adam had a very special relationship with his cousins Andrea and Neal Kursban who always showed up whenever he needed a set of “on-call cool parents.”

Adam shared some of the strongest bonds with his cousins, who were more like brothers and sisters. Whether that was playing video games, going to Ocean City, or sleepovers in the basement, our family will forever cherish every moment together. Adam was the most loyal friend. He enjoyed having a great time, making others laugh, and was always ready for an adventure. Adam loved and cared for so many, but his heart belonged to his girlfriend Paige Jones and their puppy Miley. They spent many nights planning their future endeavors and being each other’s rock.

He loved playing sports especially lacrosse, basketball, soccer, and ice hockey.  He especially loved reading detective novels.  He had a passion for skateboards, dirt bikes, cars, and motorcycles.  He was looking forward to buying a new motorcycle.   Adam enjoyed working in the construction and automotive fields.

Adam is survived by his parents, Rikki and Andrew Schneider, sister, Sophie Schneider, and grandparents, Victoria Sonde, Gayle Schneider, and Sidney Schneider. He is predeceased by his Grandfather Clive Sonde and Uncle Robert Sonde.  He is also survived by aunts and uncles, Darlene and David Gruner Jr, Tina Sonde, Doug Schemmel, Stefanie Whalen, Diane Sonde and Larry O’Neill, Ted Sonde, and Susan Sonde. Adam is also survived by his many cousins: Tara, David, Tommy, Amy, Timmy, Chris, Danny, Steven, Annie, Marley, Sammy, Hana, Jacob, Lillian, and Ethan.  Adam is survived by his long-time partner Paige Jones and family. Forever in our HEARTS…

Scott Dennis Banks, Annapolis MD, passed away on February 27, 2021 after a short but tenacious battle with brain cancer. Scott was born in Oxnard CA to Dennis and Claudia Banks on April 1, 1969. Scott was a 1991 graduate from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. After Undergraduate Pilot Training at Vance Air Force Base, Enid OK, he flew the C-141 at McGuire Air Force Base, NJ. Upon separation from the Air Force, Scott pursued his career as commercial airline pilot, most recently with United Airlines. Scott will be remembered by those closest to him as a diehard fan of the NY Yankees and Rangers with a dry sense of humor, quick wit, and an engaging zest for life. Scott loved to fly and play hockey. His contribution as a Coach to local youth hockey and baseball players left a lasting, positive impact upon his community. His real passion was his family. Married 17 years, Scott and his wife, Katie Dunn, raised two beautiful sons. Scott is survived by his wife Katie, sons, Jimmy (17) and Joey (15) of Archbishop Spalding High School, his parents Dennis and Claudia Banks of Southport, NC and brother Jeff (Roxanne) Banks, of Alexandria, VA. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Scott's life on Saturday, March 6 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road. Edgewater from 1pm until his funeral service begins at 2pm. Scott's ashes will be interred with military honors at the Air Force Academy at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to <a href="https://www.archbishopspalding.org/support/scott-banks-memorial-contributions">Archbishop Spalding Hockey Team</a>. Please feel free to offer online condolences using the Memory Wall tab above.



Antonio Mirabile of Clinton, MD passed away unexpectedly on February 27, 2021 at the age of 78. Antonio was born in Sicily, on September 28,1942 and emigrated with his siblings to the United States on December 22, 1960. He married his beautiful wife, Dominica (Livoti) Mirabile 50 years ago and raised two handsome sons, Edwardo Mirabile and Carlo Mirabile. Antonio, known as Nino, loved his grandchildren, Ethan Mirabile and Angelo Mirabile very much. Nino is survived by his wife Domenica Mirabile; father of Edward Mirabile and wife Dionne Mirabile and Carlo Mirabile and wife Blanca Mirabile; grandfather of  Ethan Mirabile and Angelo Mirabile; brother of Domenica Chillari, Salvatora Buglisi and her husband Tindaro Buglisi, Tindara Smiroldo, Maria Hammel and her husband Chaz Hammel, Joe Mirabile and his wife Geraldine Mirabile, Santo Mirabile and his wife Rosa Mirabile. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends


Relatives and friends are invited to Antonio's Life Celebration at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD  on Sunday, March 7, 2021 from 2 to 5 p.m. A committal service will be held at Resurrection Cemetery on Monday, March 8 at 10:30 a.m. If attending please wait at the Cemetery Office until the hearse and family arrive. 

Thomas “Aceman” Arthur Wilson, Jr., 71 of Dunkirk, MD and previously of Huntington, MD passed away on Friday, February 27, 2021. He was born in Washington, DC on April 4, 1949. When he wasn’t working as a painter, Aceman enjoyed spending time outdoors fishing, hunting, and shooting a squirrel on occasion. He was a burgundy and gold, Washington Football team fanatic who also found solitude painting, drawing and building anything into a box. Thomas was preceded in death by his wife Christine Elizabeth Wilson in 2006; and a brother, Gary Wilson. 

He is survived by his children, Douglas Wilson of Lusby, MD, Karyn Stewart of Prince Frederick, MD, and Tommy Wilson of Florida; his brother, Jim Loman of Willie, TX; grandchildren, Bradley Wilson, Savannah Stewart and Katlynn Wilson; and his former wife, Sheryl Farr. Due to COVID restrictions a private interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=32112&32112.donation=form1&s_affid=184">Alzheimer’s Association</a>. 

You are welcome to offer condolences online using the Memory Wall link above.

Gregory Jay Langford, 71, passed away Friday, February 26, 2021 at Anne Arundel Medical Center following a brief illness. Born January 25, 1950, in Terre Haute, IN, he was the son of the late Irvin Jay and Louise (Jordan) Langford of Sheffield, IL.

Valedictorian of Western High School’s Class of 1968 and member of the Black Knights Drum & Bugle Corps, Greg then attended Northwestern University where he participated in a co-op program with IBM, through which he met his future wife Janet (Bussiere). He graduated in 1973, with Highest Distinction from Northwestern University’s Technological Institute with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Sciences.  He and Janet were married later that summer in Burlington, VT. While at Northwestern, Greg was a member of Tau Beta Phi Honorary Society, Alpha Delta Phi Fraternity, and played drums in the University’s marching band.

As a Member of the Technical Staff at Bell Laboratories, Greg earned a Master’s in Operations Research from Cornell University in 1974. He was later promoted as a Product Manager in Network Engineering with AT&T, Vice President of Marketing and Product Management for Timeplex and later held the same position for Visual Networks.

Greg is survived by wife Janet, his brother-in-law Albert Zernitz and sister-in-law Renee Langford; three nephews James Sulima (Shari Thorne-Sulima), Greg Zernitz (Kristen) and Jay Zernitz (Shannon); four nieces Allison Nyara, Tonya Moyle (Thatcher), Megan Ossala (JJ), Diane Sulima; and his darling rescue dog Mandy. He was predeceased by his sister Laurel Ann Zernitz, brother Jeffry Langford and nephew Bradley Sulima.

Friends are invited to a visitation on Thursday, March 4, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A private interment will be held in Adams, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122, or the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, 1815 Bay Ridge Ave., Annapolis, MD 21403.

Online condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab above.


Roseann Rohan, 78, of Camp Springs, MD left us unexpectedly on Friday, February 26, 2021.  Roseann was born in Washington, DC on October 8, 1942.  She was raised in Washington, DC while also spending a lot of time with family in Philadelphia, PA.  She attended grade school at St. Peter’s Catholic School on Capitol Hill and high school at St. Cecelia’s.  She took some classes at the University of Maryland before taking a job as a dental hygienist.  In 1963, she married Frank Rohan and they began their life together.  They have five children, Cammy McCafferty (Ken), Walt Rohan (Rachael), Tina Byrne (Mike), Celena Connelly (Tom) and Kevin Rohan.  Roseann had eleven grandchildren who she loved with all her heart, and who brought her tremendous joy; Christopher Joy, Shanna Digges (Steven), Ryan, Rebecca and Anna Rohan; Kevin, Mary and Casey Byrne; Michael, Molly and Sean Connelly. And she absolutely adored her 18 month old great grandson, Nathan Digges. 

 

After they got married, Roseann and Frank joined St. Philip’s parish.  Roseann was active with St. Philip’s parish for over 50 years.  She spent many hours volunteering with the Spring Fair, working at the Christmas Bazaar, organizing Christmas kit and candy sale fundraisers, being a homeroom parent, working in the social hall, helping with the annual auctions, and being on their bowling league.  She also ran the before and after-school care program at the school.  Roseann had lifelong relationships and loved all her friends and family.  

 

She was a wonderful host and loved having people over at their house, whether it was the Friday night card game, Superbowl party or family get togethers for Holidays and birthdays.  She loved decorating her home for every holiday, especially Christmas.  And, of course the house was always impeccably clean, with fresh vacuum marks in the living room at all times.  We are so thankful to have so many wonderful memories of the times we spent together as a family and with the large group of friends who were always with us. 

 

Roseann was preceded in death by her parents, Eleanor and Walt Mote.  Roseann was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend to all and she will be missed. 

 

Relatives and friends are invited to Roseann's Life Celebration at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, March 8, 2021. Mass of Christian Burial will be held privately. The interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD will be held privately.

Due to COVID restrictions, attendees will be limited at the viewing and the mass.   



James C. Martin, Jr. of Arlington, VA passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021. He is survived by his mother, Phyllis Martin-Davis; his siblings, Carol Brown (Charles) and Keith Martin; his uncle, Kevin Brittingham. He is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to James’ Celebration of Life on Friday, March 12, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12:00 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment private. 

The Obituary
“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven” 
Ecclesiastes 3:1


Arthur Benjamin Barnett was the son of the late Stephen Cortez and Ethel Poteat Barnett. He was born on January 29, 1940 in Sparrows Point, Maryland and departed this life suddenly on Wednesday, February 24, 2021.

At an early age, Arthur accepted Christ into his life and united with Greater St. John Baptist Church in Turner Station, Maryland.

He was educated in the Baltimore County school system attending Bragg Elementary School and Sollers Point High School.

After graduating High School, Arthur enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served honorably until his discharge in 1968. Outstanding decorations he received are the Good Conduct Medal, Rifle Sharp Shooter Badge and Pistol Marksman Badge.

He was employed as a United States Park Police for more than 25 years and retired in 1994.

He leaves to cherish fond memories; two sisters, Lovie (Robert) Dalton and Annie B. Jackson of Baltimore, MD; one brother, Cortez (Rosa) Barnett of Baltimore, MD and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Arthur was preceded in death by three brothers: Dave, James and Charles and two sisters Allie and Lucille.

God saw Arthur getting tired and did what He thought was best. He put His arms around him and whispered, “Come to Me and rest”.


Sheila Bryden Stout, 85, of North Beach, MD, left us peacefully on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at her daughter’s home in Olney, MD, after a short and courageous battle with cancer.   Sheila was born and raised in Brentwood, MD, the daughter of Scottish immigrants, Hamilton Bryden, Jr and Charlotta Bell Bryden.  She attended Bladensburg High School and the University of MD where she received her Masters in Physical Education.  In 1958,  she married Tom Daily and along with their two children, resided in Rockville, MD.  Her teaching career took her to Belt Junior High, Walter Johnson High School and Parkland Middle School, all in Montgomery County, MD where she was a successful high school girls basketball and track coach, teaching physical education until her retirement in 1991.  While teaching at Walter Johnson, Sheila met her 2nd husband, Jack Stout.  Sheila spent her retirement years between her waterfront home in the Holland Point community of North Beach, MD and her winter home at Riverwoods Plantation in Estero, Florida.  She was preceded in death by her partner of 30 years, Tom Harbin.
Sheila was a gracious host and enjoyed all things social.  She loved her tennis matches, weekly bridge games and volunteering at community events.  Sailing and boating on the Chesapeake was her passion. She was an avid reader, excellent cook and loved to travel.  Her friendships were lifelong as she always made time to stay in touch.  A loving mother, grandmother, sister, friend, co-worker, and sorority sister… Sheila was loved by all.
She leaves behind a brother, John Bell Bryden of Edgewater, MD, a daughter, Donna Hubbard (Buddy) of Olney MD , a son, Jack Daily ( Donna) of Edgewater, MD, and three grandchildren,  Dylan and Amanda Hubbard and  Alexis Daily.
Friends may pay their respects at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd, Edgewater, MD  on Tuesday, March 2nd from 12:00 pm until  her funeral service begins at 2:00 pm.  Interment will be held at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD Wednesday, March 3rd at 12:00pm.
Online condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab above.

Mary Antoinette Hagenbach, age 97, of Davidsonville, Maryland died on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 after complications from being pushed on October 30, 2020 and requiring surgery for a fractured hip on October 31, 2020.    

Mary was born on November 18, 1923 in Landsdale, Pennsylvania to Constantino and Pauline Zappallo Carullo, the youngest of three daughters (Amelia, Angelina and Mary).  During her High School years, she was a Majorette performing with the School Band.  She graduated from The Regional High School, Penns Grove, New Jersey in 1942.   Mary was awarded the honor of having one of the highest grades in the study of the Italian Language by the Order of the Sons of Italy.

Mary and James Pelura, Jr. were married on February 2, 1944 and they had five children, Carol McFarlan McGrellis, who passed away due to complications of Breast Cancer in 1994, James Pelura III (Marianne), Davidsonville, Maryland, Infant Denise passed away at 15 days old in 1951, Timothy Pelura (Donna), Malvern, Pennsylvania, and Robert Pelura, Mountville, Pennsylvania.

Mary was always busy with her children’s activities and was a fantastic cook!  Many times, she could be found helping out in her husband, Jim’s Insurance Company’s office in Penns Grove.  Mary and Jim divorced in February 1975 and Mary married Robert Hagenbach in December 1976.   They were divorced in October 1984.

She adored her eight grandchildren and her twelve great grandchildren.  Mary was always very fond of dogs, horses, going to and watching football games.  She was always physically active walking and working in her beautiful garden!

Mary worked at Strawbridge & Clothier in Delaware beginning in 1984 and as the company name changed to Hecht’s and then to Macy’s, she continued working there until her retirement on her 88th Birthday, November 18, 2011.

Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes any memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Maryland, the Downs Syndrome Association of Delaware or a charity of one's choice.

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

Obituaries

Donna Collins

David Kirchner

Dr. Jude Dougherty

Paul Burkley

Herbert Rosch

Frances Scrivers

Jane McQuilkin

Dannie Senft, Sr.

Nathaniel Treat

Donald Redmiles

Charles Johnson

Willie Haywood

Rika Tayman

Phillip Snyder

Adam Schneider

Scott Banks

Antonio Mirabile

Thomas Wilson

Gregory Jay Langford

Roseann Rohan

James Martin

Arthur Barnett

Sheila Bryden Stout

Mary Hagenbach