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Mary Jane Rankin, 100, a resident of Annapolis, MD since 1950, died of natural causes on Wednesday, January 27 in Gambrills, MD. Born on April 6, 1920 in Baltimore, MD to the late George L. and Mary L. Herman, Mary Jane was a 1938 graduate of Western High School and attended Washington College. During World War II, she worked at Hoschild & Kohn Department Store and volunteered as a Red Cross Nurse’s Aide at Women’s Hospital and Union Memorial Hospital. Mary Jane married James G. Rankin on October 6, 1945 and after moving to Annapolis she continued volunteering at the Anne Arundel Medical Center, the Anne Arundel County Health Department, Meals on Wheels and the St. John Neumann Library. She was a parishioner and Eucharistic Minister at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, president of the Hillsmere Garden Club, the Severn Town Club and KI-Wives. She also served as vice president of the League of Women Voters, was a board member of St. Mary’s Mission Church and secretary with the Angels of the Knights. Mary Jane was preceded in death by her husband, James G. Rankin and her brother, George L. Herman, Jr. She is survived by her sister, Betty Pahr of Annapolis, MD. A graveside service will be held at Meadowridge Memorial Park in Elkridge, MD on Tuesday, February 2 at 10 am. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Daniel John Adams, 91, a 30-year resident of Annapolis passed away at his home on January 26, 2021.  He was born on May 15, 1929 in New York, NY to the late Joseph and Sadie Adams.  
After graduating high school, Dan served in the U.S. Air Force, advancing to the level of staff sergeant.  Afterward, he worked for 40 years in the avionics industry.  Dan was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Annapolis and the American Legion Post 7.  He was an airplane enthusiast and enjoyed boating.  Dan is survived by his sons, Daniel (Michele) Adams of New Market, MD and James (Sheri) Adams of Bel Air, MD; and his grandsons, Samuel and Benjamin Adams.  He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Julia, and his brother, Eugene.  Friends are invited to celebrate Dan’s life with his family on Wednesday, February 3 from 12 p.m. until his service begins at 1 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  Interment will follow at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Legion Post 7, 1905 Crownsville Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401.  Condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Martha Elizabeth Morgan, 84, a resident of Davidsonville, MD for five years and previously of Upper Marlboro and Union Bridge, MD, died of alzheimer’s disease on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 22, 1936 in Washington, DC to the late Andrew and Thelma Davis Jameson, Martha was a graduate of St. Patrick’s High School. Before retiring, she most recently worked as a secretary with Washington Woodworking. Martha was an avid crossword puzzler and also enjoyed reading and ceramics. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, James T. Morgan; her daughters, Deborah C. (Mark) Wilson and Andrea M. Morgan both of Davidsonville, MD and Kathleen M. (Steve) Kappes of Fairfax, VA; her brothers, Andrew R. and Francis Jameson; her grandchildren, Brent (Michelle), Thomas (Megan) and Patrick Wilson, Alex (Beth) Kappes, Christopher and Kyle Maxey and Erika Zavyalov and ten great-grandchildren. Martha was preceded in death by her son, Christopher P. Morgan and her siblings, David Lee and Richard Jameson, Mary Alice Weaver and Madeline Schumacher. Funeral services will be private.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation, 90 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Robert (Bob) Nargi passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2021.  Bob was born on March 1, 1952 in Washington, DC.  He was a lifelong resident of Maryland. He attended Prince Georges Community College and was a real estate agent for over 45 years. 
He was preceded in death by his brother, Albert and parents Jean Nargi Whyers and Albert Nargi.  He is survived by sisters, MaryJean Liter (Gregg), CarolAnne Nargi, and brother Michael Whyers (Ellen) and nieces Cara Coleman (Matt) and Gina Liter.  He also leaves behind many lifelong friends and coworkers. 
Burial will be private and a celebration of his life will be at a later date.
In memory of Bob Nargi, donations can be made to King Street Cats (www.kingstreetcats.org). 

David “Dave” Christopher LaCovey, 39, passed after a lengthy illness on January 26, 2021.  He loved his family and his dogs.  He is survived by two sisters, Wendy Esterling and Amy LaCovey Tanner; his mother, Mona LaCovey; his step father, Steve Longcrier; his grandmother, Trudy Buerger; many cousins, aunts and uncles; and his dogs, Fluke and Izzy.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities.  A memorial service will by held on Saturday, February 6 at 11 am at Severna Park Baptist Church, 506 Benfield Rd, Severna Park, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Margaret Ann Johnson was born on October 1, 1957 to the late Ira and Zettie Kitts. Margaret passed away peacefully on January 25, 2021. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Donald Johnson Jr. Together Margaret and Don had 4 children; David, Suzi, Terry and Tera. Through those children they were blessed to become parents to John, Kendra, Ricky, Marya and Cheree. Margaret was preceded in death by her grandson CJ. She leaves her other grandchildren; Jay, Tammy, Desiree, Richard, Lily, Sage, Gavin, AJ, Katie, Ramey, Jessica, Colby, Melanie, Malachi, Gabrielle, Anthony and Kazlyn; as well as 4 great grandchildren. Margaret was also preceded in death by her brothers Ralph, Junior and Bill. She is survived by her sisters Cindy, Lucy and Mamie. Margaret also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and other loved ones.

Margaret was a homemaker for years, spending her days taking care of her husband and household. Nothing made her happier than spending time with her family and friends. She loved to play bingo, go to the slots and play cards. She enjoyed rooting for her Redskins, eating crabs, and taking walks around the neighborhood. 

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Margaret's life on Saturday, February 6, 2021 from 2 pm until her funeral service will begin at 3pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Due to COVID restrictions the family will have a private burial at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham at at later date.


Anne Imogene Steiner Murphy, 98, of Edgewater passed away on January 24, 2021. She is survived by her son-in-law Larry Clayton; grandsons, Brooke Clayton, Shawn Davis and his wife Shannon; three great grandchildren, Chloe, Sydney and Brady Davis. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur F. Murphy; her daughters, Diane Davis and Sherry Clayton and her sister, Marguerite Shepard; her dear niece, Marguerite Bellman and her husband, Wayne, and her loving dog, Lilly. In honor of Anne's request a private burial will be held at the Maryland  Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville, MD. 

Beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, Nana, and friend, Karen H Peterson of Riva, Maryland and Lewes, Delaware passed away peacefully on January 24, 2021, at age 68, after a long and hard battle with cancer. Karen loved her family and friends fiercely, and was fiercely loved in return.

She was born on Long Island, New York to Eugene and Joan Heissenbuttel and had four younger brothers Paul, Jimmy, Mark, and David. She attended Our Lady of Victory in Floral Park and Our Lady of Mercy Academy in Syosset, New York. She received a B.A. and an M.A. in education from the College of Notre Dame in Baltimore, Maryland. There, she met the love of her life, her husband, Jack Peterson. A lifelong educator who was beloved by her students, Karen taught elementary, nursery and special education. She received a certification in gifted and talented education from Johns Hopkins University. She retired in 2019 from Anne Arundel County Public Schools where she worked as a gifted and talented resource teacher.

Karen was a remarkable and beloved mother to her three daughters, Kristen Peterson-Athanitis of Annapolis, Laura Fayer of Davidsonville, and Maggie Peterson of Baltimore. She was blessed with two sons-in-law Christos Athanitis and Jason Fayer. She adored her grandchildren, Loukas, Niko, and Katerina Athanitis, and Julia and Owen Fayer who kept her smiling and gave her the biggest reason to fight throughout her battle with cancer.

Karen enjoyed traveling, reading, decorating, and interior design. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and a local book club. Those who were fortunate to spend time with her knew her to have a powerful presence. She was genuine, generous, wise, loving, and strong.

She is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, father, stepmother Ruby, an uncle, brothers, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and many nieces and nephews — all of whom are heartbroken over her loss, but relieved she is at peace, and with her mother, Joan. Her immediate family is extremely grateful for the incredible support from the family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors who loved Karen. She will live on in the many wonderful memories of all the lives she touched.

A celebration of life will be planned for this summer. Services for Karen will be limited to invited family members due to the pandemic, and will be livestreamed on the Holy Family Davidsonville church website (https://www.holyfamilychurch.com/live-stream.html) on Saturday, January 30 at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Karen’s memory can be made to the Wellness House in Annapolis (410-990-0941) and St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

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Robert Gary “Bob” Hambruch, age 80, a resident of Annapolis, MD for 34 years and previously of Kansas, died January 23, 2021, at the Mandrin Inpatient Care Center in Harwood. Born in Annapolis on July 10, 1940, Bob served his country in the US Army from 1958 to 1980. During that time, he served two tours in Vietnam (1968-69 and 1971-72). Bob proudly served in the 3rd infantry (The Old Guard), graduated from Sergeants Major Academy in Fort Bliss, TX in 1976 and retired as a Command Sergeant Major in 1980. Bob’s unrelenting, loyalty, initiative and perseverance earned him numerous citations for his distinguished service. He was a two-time recipient of the Bronze Star and four-time recipient of The Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 1 Silver and 1 Bronze Service Star, six-time recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross w/ Palm Medal, Meritorious Unit Citation Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Expert Infantry Badge and the Meritorious Service Medal.
During his assignment at the Old Guard, Bob had the privilege of performing “Torchlight Tattoo,” “Spirit of America,” and “Prelude to Taps,” and he performed at a halftime show at Soldier Field for a Chicago Bears vs. Washington Redskins football game. 
After retirement, he was an ROTC instructor and worked in sales for Metropolitan Life Insurance, ANNMARC and Gardiner Outdoor Products.
Bob was an avid Redskins and Baltimore Orioles fan; he loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, enjoyed bowling and watching his son Steven play baseball. He was known for his quick wit and sense of humor as well as his honesty. One never walked away from a conversation with Bob wondering where he stood. He was always ready and willing to lend a helping hand when one was in need, particularly children. 
Bob is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 32 years, Christina; sons, Robert G. (Michele Wynn) Hambruch, Jr. of Ft. Worth, TX, James E. (Holly) Hambruch of Three Rivers, MI and Steven K. Hambruch of Catonsville, MD; his daughter, Jennifer L. (Jarrod) Wege of Manhattan, KS; his sister, Elizabeth R. Easterday of Annapolis; grandsons, Jacob Hambruch, Jarrod Wege, Jr. and James Wege; granddaughters Morgan Belinger, Madison Hambruch, Brittani Olson, Brianna Hambruch, Jenna Wege and Ashley Dancy; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry F. and Margaret A. (Colburn) Hambruch, siblings, Henry Hambruch, Margaret “Sissy” Stallings, John Hambruch, William Hambruch and Dennis Hambruch.
Family and friends are invited to share in the celebration of Bob’s life on Saturday, January 30, 2021, from 1-4 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Interment will take place at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. 
Online condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab above.



Andrew "Andy, Joe" Gus Pappas, Sr., 81, of Annapolis, MD passed on Saturday, January 23, 2021 due to heart and COVID complications.  

Born in Washington, D.C. on October 30, 1939 to the late Thomas and Virginia Pappas, Andy graduated from Gonzaga College High School in Washington, DC.  He worked for the United States Postal Service and was the owner of RJ Vending.  For many years Andy ran fireworks and Christmas tree stands in and around the Washington, DC area.  He decorated the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC for many years and always had a reserved seat at their Christmas Eve midnight mass.  Andy was a lifelong Washington Redskin fan; he, his brother, Gus and brother-in-law, Michael Downey made the famous “Hail to the Over The Hill Gang” sign that they hung at RFK Stadium in 1971.  In his retirement, he loved being around family, friends and helping others.  He spent many hours at his church, Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Annapolis.  He also volunteered with the St. Vincent de Paul Society at  St. Mary’s Parish in Annapolis and he strongly believed in the Right To Life and looked forward to participating in the March for Life in Washington, DC every year.

In addition to his parents, Andy was preceded in death by his son, Thomas John and his sisters, Helen and Calliope.  He is survived by his three sons, Andrew Gus, Jr., James (Jan) and William (Donna) Pappas;  his brother, Gus (Cynthia) Pappas; his four grandchildren, Steven Friedman and Thomas Pappas (Jim and Jan), Daniel and Matthew Pappas (Bill and Donna), as well as six great-grandchildren, Carmine and Christian (Jim and Jan), Penny, Daphne, Cooper and Piper (Bill and Donna).

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Andy's life on Sunday, January 31 from 2 to 5 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. An in person private funeral service will be held on Monday at 11 am but everyone is invited to view the service through the Zoom link below:

The Funeral of Andrew Pappas
Time: Monday, Feb 1, 2021 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

<a href="https://zoom.us/j/99998573684?pwd=QWE0YWNVZzhicVVOOEduRG0rSE1VZz09">https://zoom.us/j/99998573684?pwd=QWE0YWNVZzhicVVOOEduRG0rSE1VZz09</a>

Meeting ID: 999 9857 3684
Passcode: 211696

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD  21401.

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Roland San Buenaventura Escalante, Sr., was born on June 5, 1930, to Domingo and Maria San Buenaventura in Naga City, Philippines, resting in Eternal Peace beginning January 23, 2021.

Roland, his beloved wife Teresita (“Tessie”), and their “Five Rs:” Roland Jr (59), Father Ronald (56), Raynold, (52), Reginald (49), and Russell (45), immigrated together to the United States in 1976, living in Washington, D.C., Fort Washington, MD, and Oxon Hill, MD. As a Roman Catholic, he faithfully attended the parishes of St. Thomas More (Washington, D.C.) and St. Columba (Oxon Hill, MD). For thirty-four years, Roland worked for the federal government, retiring from The State Department, U.S. Agency for International Development.

Roland had a passion early on with writing, continuing over the years, in professional work, as well as in his personal journals (which his family found humor in absorbing). While often quiet in his ways in public, he made sure his trusty 35mm camera and its photos held true the phrase, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Oh, the stories that emerged from those photos at get togethers! Roland made sure he preserved those memories for his family, providing him joy as they recounted with him individual perspectives of the captured moments. These moments were important, as over the years Roland would begin to forget a detail, or seven, as the years reminded him he’d done well in causing high blood pressure moments for Tessie, as well as sharing comforting conversations and acts of husbandly love, letting Tessie know he loved her, down to their final day together, celebrating their 60th Wedding Anniversary on January 22, 2021.

Roland found pride in embarrassing “The 5 Rs” at every school award session that he could, as each son’s accomplishments were possible with the better opportunities available by his and Tessie’s decision to raise The 5 Rs in the United States.

Roland found extra peps in his step, from his daughters-in-law, Anneli, Ruth, and Wendy (and no ages here, as you never ask a lady her age), providing the welcomed addition of females in his family, toning down all the testosterone levels in his inner circle. With this expanded family unit, Roland received extra comfort knowing his Escalante name would live on through his grandsons, Joshua (19), Justin (17), Vincent (14), and Jacob (13).

Roland was able to see Tessie and The Five Rs in his final days, further assuring him that a family united in Faith and Love, can never truly be separated, no matter the circumstances or physical distances, and that the family he envisioned with Tessie over 60 years ago, was the family his eyes saw, before resting in Eternal Peace.

Karl Utz, a beloved husband, father and brother, was killed in a work related accident on Saturday, January 23, 2021. Karl was a resident of Riva, MD but was proudly from the Port Richmond neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. He is survived by his wife, Tami; his children, Karl, Kyle, Kirsten, Alanna, Zoe and Thomas; his sister, Florence; his brother, Jack and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
There will be no funeral services at this time. When we are able to gather safely, we will schedule a celebration of life. If you would like to be informed of when this is planned, please contact rememberingkarlutz@gmail.com.
In lieu of flowers, please share stories and/or pictures you may have of Karl to: rememberingkarlutz@gmail.com. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

<b>Virginia Catherine Sanford Smith “Ginger” (Age 82)</b>.</p>
Ginger passed away peacefully at her home in Davidsonville, MD on January 22, 2021.  Ginger was born on April 20, 1938 in Washington, DC and was immensely proud to be a third generation Washingtonian. She was a 1956 graduate of Anacostia High School in Washington, DC and enjoyed long lasting friendships with her Anacostia High School alum and her Broadview Baptist Church family. Ginger was an avid Scrabble enthusiast and she loved to go “2ABEACH”. She was the beloved wife of the late Homer Wiley Smith, Jr.; mother of Deborah L. (Dave) Whitaker of White Plains, MD, Dale K. Smith of Annapolis, MD and Douglas W. (Sharon) Smith of Huntingtown, MD; sister of Shirley Milloy of Bethany Beach, DE; grandmother of Danny, Lauren, Jason, Dustin, April, Troy and Corey; great-grandmother of Nolan, Charlotte, Everly, Cash, Wiley, Liana and Colt, also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Per her wishes, there will be no services. Online condolences and tributes may be made by using the link on this page.  

William "Billy" Wilson Lawson, 83, of Edgewater, MD passed on January 20, 2021. Billy was born on October 27, 1937 in Prince Georges County to the late John and Elise Lawson. He was a lifelong resident of South County who worked tobacco farms, was an oil truck driver for Hardesty & Monroe, a tree trimmer, and owned B&W roofing company with his brother-in-law.  In his spare time, Billy enjoyed gardening and crabbing.  In addition to his parents and siblings, Billy was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 39 years, Alice Lee Lawson. He is survived by his three children, James (Lorena) Lawson of Lothian, MD, William "Boogie" Lawson, Jr., and Linda (John) Lee Ash both of Edgewater; four grandchildren, Brooke and Jimmy Lawson, Nikki and Justin Paddy; and loving companion of more than twenty years, Lois Ward.  Billy was “Pop” to so many more and will be remembered for his open heart and home. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Billy's life on Monday, January 25, 2021 from 12pm until his service begins 2pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery. Condolences may be left at the link on this page.

Allen Lee, 86, a resident of Denton, MD and formerly of Odenton, MD, died on Tuesday, January 19 at Laurel Regional Hospital due to the COVID-19 virus. Born on September 3, 1934 in Annapolis, MD to the late Roland and Margaret Kelly Lee, Allen served in the US Army. He then worked as a utility operator with the City of Annapolis for many years. Allen was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Lee. He is survived by his daughter, Betty (Andrew) Neuwirth of Denton, MD; his sister, Elsie of Florida; his granddaughter, Jessie (Shawn) Benson and his great-granddaughter, Zhane Benson. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Allen's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Sunday, January 24 from 3 to 5 pm and on Monday, January 25 from 9:30 to 10:30am, with a graveside service immediately following at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens at 11 am. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Gail Patricia Morauer, 78, of Edgewater, MD, died on January 19, 2021, in Annapolis, following a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Born December 11, 1942, in Washington DC, she was a 1960 graduate of Oxon Hill High School. Gail worked as a typesetter on projects for the Naval Research Laboratory before transitioning to becoming a full-time mom. Her most cherished moments were time spent with her family. Gail was an exceptional mother, devoting herself to her sons and husband. 

An avid skier, she spent winter weekends driving the family to Seven Springs in Pennsylvania where Gail & Roy had a 2nd home. She also made multiple trips to Colorado to ski with her family. She loved any & all animals, often feeding the wildlife in her yard. She was a kind soul with a beautiful heart. She loved to laugh and everyone who met her was made better for knowing her. 

In later years, she spent every moment possible with her four grandsons - they were the center of her universe and she loved them to no end. She was our matriarch. She was the center of our family. We mourn her loss but are very grateful that she has found rest and peace. Her memory will live on thru all that knew her. Gail is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Roy Morauer; two beloved sons, David (Terri) and Ryan (Erika) Morauer; and four grandchildren, William, Charlie, Sergio, and Alex. Services will be held privately due to the pandemic. 

A celebration of Gail’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122, or online at www.hospicechesapeake.org. 

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C. David Agee, age 73, a 38-year resident of Edgewater and previously of Lanham, MD, died January 19 at his residence.  Born November 3, 1947 in Roanoke, VA, Dave’s career as a carpenter grew with time into managerial positions of the trade and he retired from the Washington Area Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO) as Assistant Superintendent, Office of Plant Maintenance.  He proudly served his country in the US Army for three years, including a tour in Vietnam, being honorably discharged in 1970.  

Dave was a member of the Annapolis American Legion, Upper Marlboro Moose Club, Annapolis Fleet Reserve and the Harley Owners Group.  His hobbies included spending time with his family, riding his Harley, traveling, dancing, skiing and playing poker.  

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Sharon M. Agee; son, David M. Agee of Shadyside; and brothers Bruce (Kristine) Agee of Clinton and Chris (Gaynor) Arnold of San Diego.  Dave was preceded in death by his father, Macey M. Agee; his mother, Virginia Arnold; his stepfather, Walter Arnold; and two brothers, Forrest Agee and Jeff Arnold.

Relatives and friends are invited to share in the celebration of Dave’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomon’s Island Road, Edgewater, on Thursday, January 28 from 4-6:30 PM, followed by a funeral service at 6:30 PM.  Interment will be private.  The funeral service will be livestreamed on Zoom.  That can accessed here:

<a href="https://zoom.us/j/99108524758?pwd=aHZPbll0R3JlNkZrYWQwcGV1bGRVQT09">Funeral Service for C. David Agee</a>

Meeting ID: 991 0852 4758
Passcode: 543938

In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of C. David Agee may be made to UMBF, Inc. (University of Maryland, Baltimore Foundation, Inc.) in support of the Program in Transplantation.  Please make checks payable to UMBF, Inc. and indicate David Agee on the memo line.  Send your gift to:  University of Maryland Baltimore, Office of Philanthropy Operations, 220 Arch Street, 13th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21201.  Please contact Pamela Lambert with any questions at <a href="mailto:plambert@som.umaryland.edu">plambert@som.umaryland.edu</a> or 410-706-0419.  Additionally, gifts may be made online by clicking  <a href="https://medschool-umaryland.givecorps.com/causes/16912-program-in-transplantation">HERE<

John Nicholas Vassos, 59, a resident of Montgomery County, MD, died on Monday, January 18 at his home surrounded by his family after a hard fought two year battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on November 27, 1961 in Washington, DC, to Elaine and the late Nicholas Vassos, John was a graduate of Salisbury University.  He owned and operated BCE Corporation and CapX Solutions. John was a longtime member of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Washington, D.C and he had a special relationship with St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Bethesda, MD.  In addition to his mother, John is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Joan Vassos; his four children, Nicholas Vassos of Washington, DC, Erica Vassos of Rockville, MD, Luke Vassos of North Bethesda, MD and Allison (Noah) Joseph of Brookeville, MD; his sister, Katina Vassos of Washington, DC and his grandson, Boomer John Joseph.  

John embraced life with vigor and never did anything halfway. If you were his friend, he loved you forever and would do anything for you. He was known for his epic generosity and it is impossible to count the number of people and organizations he supported.

For many years many of his best times were spent coaching youth football for Olney Boys and Girls Club and White Oak Football. He loved seeing each player develop their skills while teaching them about the importance of sportsmanship and other life lessons.  He embraced the players and their families and made sure every one of them knew how special they were to him. He made these organizations feel like families and not just sports teams. And he bragged until the end about his 6 Pop Warner National Championship wins! 

The beach was his most favorite place in the world and sitting on his dock at sunset with family and friends was his heaven on earth. The cornhole boards were always set up and he welcomed a good game anytime! “Johnny’s By The Bay” will remain forever in our hearts!

Many afternoons were spent with his “Greek uncles” playing cards and the stories of who cheated more are still being debated. They even terrorized the oncology ward at Sibley playing cards in the tiny infusion rooms while John waged his war against his cancer. 

He loved watching sports and there was always a game on the TV. He would even watch corn hole if there wasn’t anything else on!

To say he was proud of his kids would be a massive understatement. They will carry on his legacy of generosity, his passion for life, and his love of family and friends!

Friends are invited to celebrate John’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Due to COVID restrictions, we ask that you quickly pay your respects to allow others to enter the facility. A private funeral service will be held on Friday, January 22 at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Annapolis, MD with interment at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the <a href="https://wjacademy.giv.sh/470d">Washington Jesuit Academy</a>, c/o Advancement Office, 900 Varnum Street NE, Washington, DC 20017.

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Phyllis A. Rogers, 84, a resident of Annapolis, MD, died from complications of COVID-19 on January 18, 2021.  She was born on April 4, 1936 in Scranton, PA, to the late Phyllis Reid and John Harding.  Because of her gift for serving others, Phyllis worked as a registered nurse.  She enjoyed reading, bingo, and attending family events and gatherings.  Phyllis will be remembered as a dedicated mother, grandmother, and friend.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Bruce N. Rogers, Jr. and Scott Rogers; and three siblings, Michael Harding, Lucille Hoffman, and Barbara Riordan.  Phyllis is survived by her high school sweetheart and husband of 63 years, Bruce N. Rogers; two daughters, Kimberly Gauvin of Welcome, MD and Patricia Smith of Odenton, MD; a brother, Thomas Reid of Rutherford, NJ; seven grandchildren, Justin Rogers, Gregory Gauvin, Jr., Andrew Gauvin, Morgan Reid Smith, Joshua Gauvin, Tyler Rogers, and Lyndsay Rogers; and five great-grandchildren.  A celebration of Phyllis’ life will be planned when it is safe for everyone to gather.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences and tributes may be made by using the link on this page.  

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Marie Barnes Allman, a resident of Crofton, MD and previously of Kettering, MD died January 18, 2021 from complications of Alzheimer’s disease.

She born October 5, 1945 in Washington DC to the late Thomas J. and Julia Barnes. She attended Notre Dame Academy in Washington DC, and Mount Aloysius Junior College. While raising 6 children and working, she completed her BA in English at the University of Maryland, graduating in 2002.

Marie worked at Prince George’s Community College as the administrative assistant to the Vice President. She enjoyed spending time with her family and many friends. She also enjoyed her Group A Book Club, bowling with the Kettering ladies, and playing in her bridge groups.

Marie is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Bernard A. Allman, her 6 children and 8 grandchildren: Michael Patrick and his spouse Victoria Allman; Timothy and his children Fay Rose and Sean; Bernadette Allman; John and his spouse Amber and their children Kellen and Kate; Matthew and his spouse Monika and their children Maya and Kai; Thomas and his spouse Elana and their children Ella and Jacob.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 1800 Seton Dr., Crofton, MD. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery, Washington DC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

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Obituaries

Donna Silard

Mary Jane Rankin

Daniel Adams

Martha Morgan

Robert Nargi

David LaCovey

Margaret Johnson

Anne Murphy

Karen Peterson

Anne Thomas

CSM (RET) Robert Hambruch

Andrew Pappas

Roland Escalante

Karl Utz

Blair Mildenberg

Virginia Smith

William Lawson

Allen Lee

Gail Morauer

C. David Agee

John Vassos

Phyllis Rogers

Margaret Pastirik

Marie Allman