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Margaret Elizabeth "Betty" Ford, 97, a 10-year resident of Brightview Senior Living in Edgewater, MD, and previously of Rockville, MD, died at her home on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.

Born in Washington, D.C., on December 20, 1926, she graduated from Dunbarton College of the Holy Cross in Washington, D.C. Betty worked for Electronic Data Systems and was a longtime member of St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Rockville, MD.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Robert Ford.

Betty is survived by her four sons, Stephen Ford of Mt. Holly, NJ, Neil Ford of Waldorf, MD, Richard and Eileen Ford of Media, PA, and Paul and Lynn Ford of Staunton; VA; six grandchildren, Timothy, Daniel, Joseph, Brianna, and Kathleen Ford, and Colleen Hennesey; and three great-grandchildren, Mae and Colin Ford and Liam Hennessey. 

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Marcus Dean Scharf, USAF (Lt. Col, Ret), age 90.

Faithful husband, attentive and loving father and father-in-law, fun grandpa, dutiful son, brother, uncle, friend, neighbor, and Veteran; 

Mark passed away on May 22, 2024 in Annapolis, Maryland. 

Born on May 14, 1934 to Edward J and Julia N Scharf in Portage, Wood County, Ohio, Mark grew up farming and learning the art of fixing pretty much anything. His older sister Georgie and older brother Jon were incredible role models to him. 

Mark attended The Ohio State University on an Air Force ROTC scholarship, graduating in 1957 as a chemical engineer, at which time he was commissioned as an Air Force Officer. During this time, he met his beautiful bride, Alice Ann Stahl whom he married on June 14, 1958 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Wheeling, WV, and with whom he would have celebrated 66 years of marriage this June. Raised by a devoutly Christian mother, he was a deeply faithful Catholic from age 23 (at the OSU Neman Center) until his passing.

His duty stations included: Lackland AFB, TX; Harlingen, TX; Keesler AFB, MS; Stead AFB, NV; Castle AFB, CA; Ramey AFB, Puerto Rico, Wright Patterson AFB, OH; Otis AFB, MA; Korat AB, Thailand; Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Saigon, Vietnam;  Andrews AFB, MD; and the Pentagon.

During his time in USAF, Mark was promoted to the rank of Lt. Colonel, had one son and four daughters. He trained as a navigator and electronic warfare officer, and crewed as an EWO on B-52 planes. He served one entire year in Thailand/Vietnam, which had a profound impact on his young family.

Mark retired from USAF in Camp Springs, MD in 1979; he then helped form a defense contracting consulting business “DEACONS” with two friends in Crystal City, VA, and later continued as a contractor for Sanders Assoc., BAE, and Lockheed Martin for several years. 

Then, his life became so much more fun. Upon full retirement, he and Allie moved to Saefern/Annapolis, MD, and bought the sailboat Raven with special friends. For the next 35 years, Mark and Allie, their friends, their kids, grandkids, and many others enjoyed the view from the deck.  He was a member of Sailing Club of the Chesapeake.  Mark’s incredible generosity, hospitality, and handyman skills all came together on the Raven. 

For the last ten years, Mark increasingly suffered with Alzheimer’s Disease, to which he peacefully succumbed. 

Mark leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Allie, of Annapolis, his daughters Terry (Frank) Allnutt of Keedysville, MD, Cindy (Olivia Pickett) Scharf of Silver Spring, MD, Gretchen (Steve) Mahoney of Newark DE, and Lisa Triepke of Missoula, MT; his grandchildren Emily Duran, Marcus (Lauren Youngcourt) Allnutt, Thomas Mahoney, Ethan Allnutt, Christopher, Mahoney Julia Mahoney, Maxwell Triepke, Samuel Triepke, Sidney Triepke, and Jackson Triepke; his great-grandchildren Suzana, Lucia, and Robinson Duran; his sister-in-law Virginia Scharf; his nieces Joanna Scharf and Elizabeth Scharf; cousin Neil Hazel and several nieces and nephews. He also loved and leaves behind devoted godsons Tim Seh and John Nemecek, and several dear friends from over the years.

Mark was predeceased by his parents, his infant son Gregory, infant grandson Francis Leo Allnutt, his siblings and his nephews. Many thanks to the caring staff at Charter Senior Living of Annapolis and Hospice of the Chesapeake.

Family and friends are invited to a memorial gathering on Friday, June 14, from 5 to 7 pm (Military Honors 6:45 pm) at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. A memorial Mass will be offered on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. The inurnment will be at a later date in Portage Village, Wood County, OH.

Donations may be made to the <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">Hospice of the Chesapeake</a> or <a href="https://secure.foldsofhonor.org/site/Donation2?df_id=3267&mfc_pref=T&3267.donation=form1&_gl=1*r32i6s*_ga*MTUyODM5OTE2LjE3MTY3Mjk3Njg.*_ga_N9059M89W0*MTcxNjcyOTc2Ny4xLjEuMTcxNjcyOTc4NS40Mi4wLjA.">Folds of Honor Foundation scholarships in Mark’s honor</a>.

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Anne Marie Buccheri, "Annie", 64, a 40-year resident of Annapolis, passed away peacefully at work on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

Annie was born on August 16, 1959, in Baltimore, MD, to Carolyn Anne Buccheri Domingue and the late Anthony G. Buccheri, Sr.

She graduated from Townson University with a bachelor's and master's degree in mathematics from Towson University. Annie worked as a CAD designer for SML Interiors Marketing, Ltd. (formerly Specialized Marketing). She was an avid Orioles fan.

In addition to her father, Annie was preceded in death by her sister, Suzanne Marie McClanahan.

Annie is survived by her mother, Carolyn Anne Buccheri Domingue, and stepfather, Jean Dayton Domingue; her brother, Anthony G. Buccheri, Jr.; brother-in-law, John McClanahan; her nieces and nephews, Shannon (Michael) Mayforth, Justin (Judith) Brown, Heather (Doug) Sowells, and Brett Buccheri; and her great-nieces and nephews, Cooper, Berkley, Griffin, Samantha, Drew, and Cameron.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Anne's life on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 10 am until her funeral Mass begins at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD.  Interment Private.

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Steve departed this life in the early morning hours at Doctors Community Hospital (Lanham, MD) in the ICU with his wife was by his side.  Steve was born in Petersburg. Virginia on the 28th of June, 1945.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Annie R. Harvell Logan, son Lloyd Jr. Williams, and his father, Samuel L. Truly. 
 
Steve was raised by his maternal grandmother Mary Harvell (deceased) in Petersburg, VA, his  maternal aunt Gertrude Clarke (deceased) in Brooklyn, NY, finally growing up in Washington, DC with his mother.  He proudly graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School (Rough Riders), in 1963.  He was drafted by the U.S. Army in 1965 proudly served as a 95B/Military Police.  The bulk of his service time was spent in Korea.  He was honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant.  He earned an associates in computer science from Washington Technical Institute.  He started at the US Department of State prior to being drafted in the mail room, but he knew he wanted to more for his life as he was placed in a chair and told to introduce himself once his supervisor woke up.  He retired from State 2004 after 40 years of service, spending most of his career as a communication programmer/supervisor, he also enjoyed TDYs to work at embassies in Mexico, Bangkok, and Paris.  His career culminated in helping to bring the AFGE (American Federation of Government Employees) to State and serving as an officer on the board. 
 
Steve had a heart and passion for giving to others.  He wanted to guide young lives and make a positive difference.  One of the highlights of his life was working with Mentors, Inc. as he saw this as an opportunity to impact lives of AfAm men.  Steve enjoyed photography (including slides during that technical heyday) and took photos for friends and families at their weddings and throughout his travels.  He enjoyed traveling anywhere and everywhere (6 of the 10 Canadian Provinces, France, Britain, Spain (Balearic and Canary Islands), Portugal (Madeira and Azores), Northern Africa, Gibraltar, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Bangkok, many of the Caribbean Islands (married on St. Croix), Greece, Switzerland, and Germany to include a few of his stops and the majority traveling with his wife), spending time with friends and family, skiing and making new friends with Black Ski Inc. (lifetime membership), and lastly he was a news junkie! 

He is survived by his devoted wife, Angela M. (Sankey) Truly.  She will cherish the 30 years of memories, friendship, protection, and unwavering support.  He leaves to cherish his memories 'momma Pat' Patricia Truly (Samuel; deceased), a brother Willie R. Logan, sister Germaine Truly Jones (Irving), granddaughter Charlotte Lee, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews (including nephew by marriage), In- laws, other relatives, co-workers, and friends!  He would never forget to include two special nieces, Alayna M. Daugherty (Jeffrey) and Ayana M. Owen (Austin).
 
Donations may be made to <a href="https://diabetes.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=fundraising-wefight&utm_content=sitelink-extension&utm_term=in-honor&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpNuyBhCuARIsANJqL9M1o4M1TBDldy3fVV6xsqx0Nic2KwlhYQ-gEOvmOBE5M2HJYqmE2i4aAhG0EALw_wcB">American Diabetes Association</a>  in Steves honor.
 
Steve strongly believed in organ and tissue donations, even in his departure he was helping others. His wife received word that he has made a difference to someone with liver failure and an African American (rarity to get his brown skin) with 3rd degree burns.  Please consider helping others! 
 
Please take a moment to leave your favorite memory by clicking on the memory link. The family of Steve Truly has requested NOT to purchase a memorial tree in his memory. All services will be private.

Inurnment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

Joan Marie Stewart (nee Bowman), a longtime resident of Glenn Dale, MD, passed away at Gilchrist Center Howard County in Columbia, MD, on May 20, 2024, from normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).

Born September 1, 1941, in Beltsville, MD, to the late Marie and Odell Bowman, she held numerous jobs in her lifetime, but her work with her husband in the construction field defined the majority of her years. A true lover of animals, she found great joy in the company of her horses, dogs, cats, and other non-traditional pets. Joan enjoyed the thrill of visiting casinos and dancing. She was an avid member of the American Legion, Post 217 in College Park.

Joan is survived by three sons, Jack W. (Juliet) Stewart, David M. (Mary) Stewart, and Michael A. Stewart; two sisters, Connie Gainey and Peggy (Jimmy) Gainey; ten grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren, with one more on the way. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and her many friends.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband of 27 years, George A. Stewart; her companion of 20 years, William E. Knupp; and a brother-in-law, Billy Gainey.
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of Joan. Her absence will be deeply felt, and her memory will forever be etched in our hearts. May our memories of her be eternal.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Joan's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, on Sunday, June 9, 2024, from 10 am until her memorial service begins at 11 am. She will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery next to the love of her life, George, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the <a href="https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/AACSPCA">SPCA of Anne Arundel County</a>, 1815 Bay Ridge Ave., Annapolis, MD 21403, or <a href="https://gilchristcares.org/donate/">Gilcrest Center</a>, 11311 McCormick Road, Suite 350, Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031.

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Carolyn “Carol” M. Kirby, a 64-year resident of Edgewater, passed away on May 18, 2024, in Baltimore, MD.

Carol was born on August 25, 1938, in Annandale, Virginia to the late Paul and Ursel Marrow. Carol attended Strayer College and later retired from the Anne Arundel County Board of Education as an administrative assistant. She was the chairwoman for the AA County Retired School Personnel Association for many years.

Carol enjoyed sports, gardening, and spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her brothers, Thomas and William Marrow.

She was the beloved wife of 66 years to Eugene Linwood Kirby, loving mother to Linwood Kirby of Edgewater, MD, Michael Kirby of Englewood, FL, and David Kirby of Fredericksburg, VA. She was also the beloved grandmother to 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

All services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the AA County Free School Museum, 1298 Lavall Drive, Davidsonville, MD 21035. Online condolences may be made at KalasFuneralHomes.com


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A Memorial Gathering will be held at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 5416 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 on Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 10:30 am until the time of her Life Celebration at 11:00 a.m.  The inurnment will take place immediately following the Life Celebration at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Rd., Clinton, MD. 

Faye Jessie Robb-Adams, age 66, of Annapolis, MD, was called home by the lord while her husband, daughter, and son were by her side on May 14, 2024, at George Washington Hospital in Washington, DC, after having a massive stroke.

Born on September 11, 1957, to the late Willard “Huggie” Elmore Robb and Verna “Moochie” Iris Robb of Shady Side, MD, Faye was raised in Southern Anne Arundel County. Throughout her childhood, along with her brothers and sister, Faye enjoyed crabbing, fishing, and clamming. She loved playing softball, swimming, and majorettes. She could be found hanging out with her friends and having a good ol’ laugh.
Faye graduated from Southern High School in 1976. She was a waitress at the well-known Happy Harbor Restaurant in Deale, MD, where she met her husband Chuck. She worked as a cashier for Giant Food at the Bowie, MD, and Edgewater, MD, locations. Faye obtained her Associate in Business and Insurance Producers License from Prince George’s Community College. She worked as an agent for Leighton Insurance Agency in Edgewater, MD, in the late 70s into the 80’s. In 1987, Faye opened her own insurance agency, Service First Insurance Agency, Inc., in Annapolis, MD. In 1995, she returned to Leighton Insurance Agency and purchased the business where Service First Insurance Agency, Inc. remains today at 160 Mayo Road in Edgewater, MD. The business will continue on with her family to honor her legacy and love for insurance.

From a young age, she developed a love for horse racing. Faye loved football, baseball, NASCAR, and most of all, any card games of chance. She enjoyed lounging at the pool or on the beach, watching the waves, and bowling with friends in bowling leagues throughout her years. She loved a good Bacardi and Diet, which sometimes led to her love of singing karaoke (aka “Delta Dawn”).

She was a member of the Women of the Moose, Shady Side, MD Chapter and a proud member of the Independent Insurance Agents of Maryland – “BIG I.”

Above all, her most honorable achievement and joy was being a Mom to her children and Grandma (“FeeFee”) to her grandbabies.

She obtained lots of heartache throughout her short life, being preceded in death by her brothers, Louis “Louie” Donald Robb and Robert “Bobby” Charles Mayhew; mother, “Moochie”; father, “Huggie”; beloved niece, Theresa Mae Robb, and sister, Robin “Pita” Elizabeth Robb Brent.

She leaves to mourn and cherish her memory, her husband of 43 years, Charles “Chuck” Adams; daughter, Deana Nicole Adams; son, Charles “CJ” Adams; the apples of her eye; her three grand-girls, Vayda Mae, Luna Nicole, and Iris Theresa; her loved Beagle, Sammi; brothers, John “Jerry Robb (Gina) and Lawrence “Larry” Robb (Kim); sister, Linda White (Buddy); brother-in-law, Thomas “Tom” Adams (Gina); sisters-in-law, Charlene Ledford (Doug) and Donna Pierson (Ben); multiple nieces, nephews, family, and friends whom she held close to her heart.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Faye’s life on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 12 p.m. until a memorial service begins at 1 p.m. at Riva Trace Baptist Church, 475 W Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035.

Ronald Hooker passed away peacefully on May 13, 2024 after a valiant battle with leukemia. Born on October 13, 1962 in Washington, DC to the late John and Mary Hooker, Ron graduated from Dulaney High School then proceeded to earn his BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Delaware.  He went on to earn his Masters degree from Johns Hopkins University and Doctorate of Science from The George Washington University while working for more than 30 years at NOAA and NASA.

Ron was an avid runner who often challenged himself to compete in ultra marathons.  He was training for a 100 mile race when he was diagnosed with leukemia and completed the Cherry Blossom 10-miler just days before being informed of his relapse. He appreciated the friendships and motivation he gained from the local running community.  Ron enjoyed watching his boys compete in high school sports and looked forward to seeing them graduate from high school and college. He also looked forward to seeing the Orioles win a World Series and the Ravens win a Super Bowl.

Ron is survived by his wife of 22 years, Mindy Hooker; his sons, John and Henry Hooker; his brothers, Mark and Joseph Hooker; his loyal companions, Fenwick and Winston and his cousins and extended family located in the UK.  A family member wondered why death was the only thing Ron was ever early for.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Ron’s life on Sunday, June 2, 2024 from 1 to 4 pm at the Harbor Hills Clubhouse, 1 Carson Cove, Davidsonville, MD 21035.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating blood or platelets at your local Red Cross or blood bank.
  
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A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 24th at 11 AM at Cedar Hill Cemetery: 4111 Pennsylvania Ave., Suitland-Silver Hill, MD 20746.

On Monday, May 13, 2024, the beloved son of the late LeRoy Clarence and Agnes Beatrice Hutchinson passed peacefully in his sleep.  He is survived by eight sisters and two brothers.  Family and friends are invited to Mr. Hutchinson’s Life Celebration on Friday, May 24, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, MD.  Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD.


Eloise “Ellie” Tarter of Annapolis, MD passed away on May 12, 2024. She was born on February 16, 1931, in Ivan, AR to the late Lucy and Harvey Taylor. Ellie graduated from Fordyce Arkansas High School in 1949 and after working for E.B. & F.R. Bloom Insurance Company she came to Washington D.C. where she worked for the CAA (now the FAA). She retired in 1993 from NASA as a financial analyst. Ellie enjoyed tennis into her 80’s, reading, traveling, and winters in Boca Raton, FL. Ellie was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Robert Charles Tarter Sr.; her son, Robert “Bobby” Tarter, Jr. and her long-time companion, Fred Greene. 

She is survived by her loving daughter, Judith Tarter of wherever her RV takes her; her step-daughter, Deborah Greene of Annapolis, MD; her sister, Lucy Mirabella of Augsburg, Germany; her daughter-in-law, Jeanette Tarter of New Carrollton, MD; her grandson, Taylor (Grace Fitzpatrick) Tarter and her great-granddaughter, June Elizabeth. She also leaves many nieces and nephews, as well as Tiffany Flagg, her wonderful caregiver who became part of the family. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Ellie’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, May 17 from 11 am until her funeral service begins at noon which will be officiated by Rev. John Burns (retired). Interment will be private at a later date at Crownsville Veterans Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the University Baptist Church Food Pantry, 3515 Campus Dr., College Park, MD 20740. Condolences may be made online at: KalasFuneralHomes.com

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Madelyn "Lyn" Jackman, 73, a 20-year resident of Lothian, MD, and previously of Capital Heights, MD, died on Saturday, May 11, 2024, in Largo, MD, following an 8-year illness.

She was born on October 13, 1950, on Clark Air Force Base in central Luzon, Philippines, to the late Emily and Thomas McLain. Lyn worked for Jack's Distributors, the Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA), and Casa Rio Marina. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and making people laugh. 

Lyn is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, William Jackman; two daughters, Patricia Carlisle of Davidsonville, MD and Christine Cooksey of Lothian, MD; two sisters, Martha Aggers of Erie, PA, and Beth Wilson of Virginia; and two grandchildren, Ryan Carlisle and Karen Cooksey.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Shelby Chialastri.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Lyn's life on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, from 4 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/join-pj-in-supporting-her-grieving-father?qid=a2005e0432b75882b18ab661d2f468b4">Lyn's GoFundMe Page</a>.

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Ingibjorg "Inga" Stefansdottir Smith, 95, of Lusby, MD, passed away on May 9, 2024. She was born on March 23, 1929, in Iceland.

Services will be private.

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Michelle Antoinette Munson departed this life on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at White Oak Adventist Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland.

She was born October 23, 1961, in Washington, DC to the late James and Caroline Munson. She attended Saint Thomas Moore Catholic School and continued her educated at Ballou High School. After moving to Maryland she continued and graduated from Crossland High School. 

Michelle had a flourishing career with The United State House of Representatives. She later went on to work with The House of Genesis, helping other women to be successful in their lives. Before Michelle became ill, she also worked for FEMA.

She leaves to cherish her memory and amazing smile/laugh. Her daughter, Nakyta M. Thomas; Son-in- Law, Clifton O. Thomas Jr.; two grandchildren, Clifton O. Thomas III and Josephine M. Thomas; Sister, Toinette R. Munson; Niece Taelor R. Munson and a host of other relatives and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather from 4-6 PM on Friday, May 24th at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745.

Relatives and friends are invited to Nelson's Life Celebration on Monday, May 20 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, May 21 at 10 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Rd., Clinton, MD 20735.   In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. 

Corazon “Azon” Alcantara Arpon, 81, a resident of Annapolis passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, in Annapolis, MD.

Azon was born on April 5, 1943, in Rosario, Cavite in the Philippines to the late Andres and Emilia Alcantara. She retired as a 4th-grade teacher in the Philippines.

She was devoted to her Catholic faith and enjoyed watching game and cooking shows, sewing and crocheting, gardening, playing bingo, and going to the casino. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Azon was preceded in death by her husband of 13 years Tiburcio Arpon.

She is survived by her children, Chona (Mikol) Hawkins of Oxon Hill, Aprillyn (Juan) Salgado of Annapolis, and Roy (Vickie) of Baltimore. She leaves behind her grandchildren, Anais, Isis, Malay, RJ, and Allen. Her siblings, Engelberto Leyva Alcantara and Lumen Alcantara Barron, both of Cavite, Philippines, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Corazon’s life on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater MD 21037. Viewing starts at 10 a.m., service will begin at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton MD 20735.


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Stephen J. “Steve” Donahue, age 68, died May 7, 2024.

Preceded in death by his parents, Philip F. and Eleanor J. Donahue, Steve is survived by his wife of 20 years, Marie Donahue; his sons, Thomas and Matt Donahue, both of Michigan; his brothers, Phil (Kathy) Donahue of North Carolina, Mike (Judy) Donahue of Ocean City, MD, Pat (Lisa) Donahue of New York and Joe (Kelly) Donahue of New York; seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to Steve’s life celebration on Thursday, May 16, from 11 AM until his funeral service begins at 12 noon at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  The interment will be private.

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Arrangements for Henry are being planned. Please check back for updates.  Online condolences and tributes may be made by using the memories link on this page. 

Shelby was born - September 10, 1963 in Washington DC and departed — May 06, 2024 at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove, Rockville MD. Throughout her sixty (60) years of life, Shelby better known as Kay Kay grew up in multiple areas of DC (NW, NE, SW) the longest in Anacostia South East area where she attended Savoy, Douglas and Anacostia DC Public Schools. Through her working years she worked within the areas of fast food and home health 

Upon the death of Katie Bell the lead of the Ramseur family, Shelby became the EXTRA SUPER GLUE of the family, making sure family altercations and gathering came out smelling like fresh baked goodies. Making sure family meals and events would happen without a flaw.

Over the past few years her health has taken a hit which she fought back with her Ramseur strength giving her ailments an awesome fight with her loving family support system by her side (Dano being her number one bedside coach).

Shelby, know that you are and always will be LOVED, MISSED and NEVER FORGOTTEN. Rest In Peace.

She is pre-deceased by her Parents Katie Bell McGhee Ramseur and Russell L Ramseur Sr; Siblings — RussellL Ramseur and Janet L Ramseur "Precious" • Nephews — Dantanio Ramseur, Thomas Ill and Tomelis Nesmith; Maternal Special Uncle —Joseph Don McGhee; 4 Aunts and 1 Uncle; Paternal Aunt n- Cornelia Cade.

She is survived by her Son — Antonio Ramseur; Son — Dantanio Stroman (GKids — Sean Jones, Santino Jones and Daniko Stroman); Husband — "Terry" Willie Dickens; Sister— Natasha Nesmith (Thomas Jr); Nephews — Kino Ramseur, Russell Ramseur, Lorenzo Ramseur and Dale Gaston; Over 100 years of age family — Maternal Aunt Thelma Brookins and Paternal Cousin Willie Mae Avery.

Relatives and friends are invited to Shelby's Life Celebration on Monday, May 20, 2024 from 10 a.m. until the start of the funeral service at 11 a.m. at KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment Glenwood Cemetery, 2219 Lincoln Rd., NE, Washington, DC 20002. 

Sophia Christopoulos, 87, a long time resident of Crofton, Maryland and previously of Washington, DC, died peacefully in her sleep on the morning of May 5, 2024. Sophia had bravely battled Parkinson’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia for the past several years.

Sophia was born July 25, 1936 in Sparta Greece, later immigrating to the United States where in 1958 she married the love of her life, Christos Christopoulos, in Washington, DC. Sophia and Christos later moved to Maryland where they raised their five children. As a couple they worked side-by-side all their life, owning and operating a restaurant, liquor store and commercial properties. Sophia was a lifelong member of Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Annapolis, Maryland and recently was recognized as a 50 year member of the Agia Anna Philoptochos Society. Sophia and Christos loved to travel with friends and family, and enjoyed splitting their time between Ocean City, MD and Jupiter, FL.

Sophia’s most treasured moments were spent with her family, especially with her ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Sophia was preceded in death by her husband, Christos Christopoulos.  She is survived by her children, Joann (Joe) Steranka of Jupiter, FL, Madia (Donnie) Toll of Annapolis, MD, John (Ellen) Christopoulos of Arnold, MD, Angela (Tommy) Reins of Knoxville, TN and Nick (Desiree) Christopoulos of Baltimore, MD; her brother, Elias (Dina) Konstantopoulos of Glen Burnie, MD; her ten grandchildren; Alexandra (Teddy) Trestik, Christopher (Kim) Toll, Stephen Steranka, Jonathan and Michael Toll, Christos (Arnold) Christopoulos, Lexie Reins, Christos (Baltimore) Christopoulos, Chloe and Sophia Christopoulos, and her three great grandchildren, Ryan Toll, Tatum Trestik, and Cameron Toll and many beloved nieces and nephews.  

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Sophia's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, May 9 from 4 to 8 pm. Funeral service will be held at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD on Friday, May 10 at 11 am. Interment will follow at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery in Annapolis. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation (parkinson.org) or the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org).
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Marjorie Alice Macchiaroli, 86, a twenty-five year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Ft. Washington, died of natural causes on Thursday, May 2 in Ft. Myers, FL. Born on October 17, 1937 in Washington, DC to the late Reuben C. and Alice A. Krueger, Marjorie was a graduate of Oxon Hill High School. Following graduation, she worked as a secretary at the Naval Research Laboratory and at Bolling Air Force Base. In her spare time, she enjoyed spending time with her family, playing the piano, reading, her pets and she especially liked attending her grandson, Charlie’s, sporting events. In addition to her parents, Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband of 19 years, Carmine S. Macchiaroli and her siblings, Juan Krueger and Carol Bucher. She is survived by her children, Richard C. Macchiaroli of Cape Coral, FL and Sharon K. Winegardner of Lothian, MD and her grandson, Charles R. Winegardner. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Marjorie's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Saturday, May 18, from 11:30 am until her funeral service begins at 1 pm. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

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Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Monday, May 20th from 10-11 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 at Holy Family Catholic Church: 2210 Callaway St, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748.

Obituaries

Margaret Ford

Lt. Col. Marcus Scharf

Anne Buccheri

Steve Truly

Joan Stewart

Gilbert Magtibay

Carolyn "Carol" Kirby

Mary Paulos

Faye Adams

Ronald Hooker

Severine Leoffler

Robert Hutchinson

Ellie Tarter

Madelyn Jackman

Ingibjorg Smith

Michelle Munson

Nelson Palugod

Corazon Arpon

Stephen Donahue

Henry Lazzaro

Shelby Ramseur

Sophia Christopoulos

Marjorie Macchiaroli

Bernard Smith