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William J. Kidwell, or “Joe” to anyone who knew him, passed away the afternoon of December 15th, 2020, at Anne Arundel Medical Center due to complications with Covid-19. He was 81 years old. He was a 53-year resident of Edgewater, MD. 


Born November 5th, 1939 in Frostburg, MD, Joe was the son of the late Joseph T. Kidwell and Margaret (Twigg) Kidwell. Joe was also preceded in death by his wife, Susan Kidwell, April 3rd, 2020; brother, K. Eugene "Sonny" Kidwell, January 24, 2005; sister, Mary Susan "Sue" Cerutti, April 23, 2007; sister, Joan Lorraine Riley, February 4th, 2014; Daughter, Billie Sue Aisquith, June 25th, 2020; and son, Jeffrey J. Kidwell, July 9th, 2020. 


Joe was a long time member of the South Anne Arundel Lions Club. During his 50+ years with the Club, he served as the President twice and was the recipient of the prestigious Melvin Jones Award. He took great pride in organizing and participating in events held by the Lions Club, such as the Vision Program, International Lions Day, White Cane Day, local fruit sales, and various activities at the West River United Methodist Church’s Deaf and Blind Camp. The Lions Club allowed Joe to combine his love of community service with his love of travel. He and his wife of 65 years, attended numerous annual Lions Club Conventions across the globe, including Sydney, Australia, Hong Kong, China, and New York City, New York. Many of the connections he created during his time with the Lions Club, became cherished, life-long friendships. 


Joe started his engineering degree at Frostburg State University. Although he left early to begin his family, he earned credits over the years and proudly obtained a Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Maryland University College in December 2002. Throughout his career, he was a Resident Maintenance Engineer for the State Highway Administration in Charles County and the Department of Public Works in Howard County. He was also employed with numerous engineering and planning agencies. He took great pride in the various projects he worked on around the state, including Baltimore City’s Light Rail system, numerous parks in Howard County and the planning of the Capital Beltway. 


Joe’s hobbies included traveling, hunting, fishing, and cars. If it was in-season and a friend was going out to hunt or fish, Joe was always willing to get up before the sun to join them in a duck or deer blind or on the boat. As proud as Joe was to serve his community, he was even more proud of his family. Family always came first to Joe and he would do whatever he could to make sure they were taken care of and looked after.  He is survived by his son-in-law, Michael Aisquith (Riva, MD), his daughter-in-law, Robin Kidwell (West River, MD), his loving and capable grandchildren; Katherine Meadows (Columbia, MD), Joshua Kidwell (Edgewater, MD), Sara Meadows (Metairie, LA), Douglas Aisquith (Christina) (Harwood, MD),  Anya Locy (West River, MD), his great-grandchildren; Wyatt Joseph Meadows, Chloe Mae Aisquith, Cruz Owen Aisquith, and countless life-long friends. 


Family and friends are invited to celebrate Joe’s life at a graveside memorial on Saturday, January 9th at 2:00pm, at the Cemetery at Davidsonville United Methodist Church (819 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD).  In consideration for those who are not able to attend in person, a live stream of the memorial will be posted to Joe’s Facebook page. 


In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the South Anne Arundel Lions Club (SAALC), C/O Jennings, P.O. Box 159, Galesville, MD. 20765. 

Catherine Rose “Kitty” Dixon, 88, a resident of Edgewater, MD, died on Sunday, December 13 at her home, surrounded by her family. 

Born on July 5, 1932 in Arlington, VA to the late John and Mabel Martin, Kitty began her career working for the federal government. Later in life, she began working as a realtor. Kitty was a former member of Parkwood United Methodist Church and a current member of Mayo United Methodist Church. In her spare time she enjoyed golfing, reading, crossword puzzles, spending time in Ocean City and Florida, and in her younger years, she liked to water ski. 

Kitty was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Claude Leroy Dixon; her son, Steve LeBow and her brother, Ray Martin. She is survived by her children, Bert LeBow and Janet Ward both of Edgewater, MD, Gail LeBow of Easton, MD and Beverly Hanners of Owings, MD; her grandchildren, Richie and Michael Ward, Eric and Amber LeBow, Morgan Hanners, Brenda Oppong, Katie Ward Auld, Amy Dick and Ann Newton and her great-grandchildren, Zachary, Brendan, Kathryn, RJ, Maddox, Brayden, Rilyn, Jacob, Jeremy, Hattie, Braden, Lydia, Grayson and Liam. 


Family and friends are invited to celebrate Catherine's life on Thursday, December 17th from 12pm until her funeral service begins at 1 pm at the Mayo United Methodist Church, 1005 Old Turkey Point Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will follow at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Maryland, 1850 York Rd., Ste. D, Timonium, MD 21093

Online condolences can be made by using the link on this page.


Catherine M. Daywalt, “Kelly or Katsie”, 94, a lifelong resident of Annapolis, MD, passed away on December 13, 2020 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis. Born on September 23, 1926 to the late Bernard and Gertrude Kelly, Catherine graduated from Annapolis High School in 1943 and worked as a waitress at Fred’s Restaurant for many years. Catherine was a member of Eastport United Methodist Church and collected snow babies, snowmen and angels. She had angels in every room of her house. In her younger years, Catherine enjoyed going to the beach in Ocean City and she loved feeding her squirrels and birds. In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Charles H. Daywalt; a son, Wayne Daywalt; and her siblings, Bernard and Marguerite Kelly.  She is survived by her children, Richard Daywalt of Glen Burnie, MD and Charleen Nichols of Kent Island, MD; her siblings, Clausen Kelly of Arnold, MD and Elizabeth of Hagerstown, MD; her granddaughters, Crystal Daywalt and Melissa Koubik and five great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Catherine’s life on Sunday, December 20 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where her funeral service will be held on Monday, December 21 at 11am. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. Online condolences or tributes may be offered using the Memory Wall at the top of this page.

Lanelle D. “Nell” Talbert, 92, passed away on December 13, 2020 at the Seasons Hospice at Northwest Hospital in Baltimore, MD.  Born on February 15, 1928 in Galax, VA to the late Arna and Iva Dalton, Nell graduated in 1945 from Hampton High School in Hampton Roads, VA. She got married in 1947 and moved to Washington, DC where she and her husband lived for more than twenty years before moving to Temple Hills, MD in 1968. Nell enjoyed a successful career in the U.S. House of Representatives, serving most notably as receptionist for the late Senator Edward Bartlett when he was the congressional delegate from the Territory of Alaska and the late Congressman John Anderson from California.  Nell retired in 1989 after almost 40 years of service.  In her spare time and in retirement, Nell enjoyed sewing and gardening.  

In addition to her parents, Nell was preceded in death by her loving husband of 41 years, Farest G. Talbert who died in 1989; three children, Garland F. Talbert, Teresa L. Barkley and David W. Talbert; and her brother Richard A. Dalton.  She is survived by her son, Mark R. (Amy) Talbert of Huntingtown, MD; five grandchildren, John F. and Christopher H. Lane, Melinda Barkley Davis, and David J. and Andrew W. Talbert; and 11 great-grandchildren.

Services will be private.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society at cancer.org or 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Ste. 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770.  

Online condolences or tributes may be offered using the Memory Wall tab at the top of this page.



Thomas Lee “Tom” Curran, 80, a resident of Edgewater, MD for 53 years, passed away, due to cancer, at his home on Saturday, December 12 with his family by his side. Born on September 3, 1940 in Washington, DC to the late Philomena and James Curran, Sr., Tom was a graduate of Archbishop John Carroll High School in DC. 

After graduating, he went to drafting school and then worked at Washington Gas for almost 40 years. He began his career as a draftsman and retired as an Operations Manager in 1997.  Tom also served in the Maryland Army National Guard, was a charter and life member of the Deale Elks Lodge #2528, a member of American Legion Post 226 in Mayo, and a member of Moose Lodge 622 in Keyser, WV. 

He enjoyed spending time with his family and many friends, fixing things around the house, working on cars, and “tinkering” on projects in the garage. Tom spent many summers waterskiing and boating on the Rhode and West Rivers; he especially loved the weekends at “the raft”.

He is survived by his wife, Cecelia Pernia “Ceal” Curran whom he married on August 31, 1968; his daughters, Alicia and Mia Curran and Theresa (Mitch) Lomax all of Edgewater, MD; his brother, James Curran, Jr. of Burtonsville, MD and his grandsons, Ryan and Mason Lomax.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122 or American Legion Post 226, P.O. Box 66, Mayo, MD 21106. Condolences may be made online at KalasFuneralHomes.com


Charles Mahlon Hopkins of Glenn Dale, MD went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, December 12, 2020.  He was born June 10, 1932 in Middlesex, NC to the late Charles Walter and Odie Brantley Hopkins.

He began his career with the Federal Government, Washington, DC, in 1950, and worked for the Department of Navy, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Interior, until retiring in 2001.  His career in the computer field began with one of the first Univac computers at the Department of Agriculture, moved on to key punch cards, and we recall his delight with the first disc drives installed, concluding with systems management.  He was awarded a Presidential Citation in 1964 from President Lyndon B. Johnson for outstanding contributions to improving government operations.

He served as a deacon at National Church of God and Riverdale Baptist Church.  His favorite position was serving as a greeter at Grace Baptist Church, welcoming all, but especially the children arriving at his door.

He was preceded in death by his sisters, Lottie Brantley, Dorothy Sanders and Mavis Hopkins; brothers, Oliver, Doliver, Flavius, Tommy, Charles Walter, Jr., Homer and Revel Hopkins.

He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 64 years, Bernice Edwards Hopkins; children, John Michael Hopkins of Baltimore, MD, Daryl Hopkins and wife Tammy of Middlesex, NC, Deborah Miller and husband Ray of Crownsville, MD, grandchildren; Kimberly (Trey) Wilkins, Olivia (Logan) Craft, Victoria Miller, Valerie (Trent) Murray,  Charles (Victoria) Hopkins; step-grandchildren, Mary (Phillip) Lyon, Ginger (Sterling) Mull, and Jamie (Tim) Langley, one great grand-daughter, Ella Rose Wilkins, ten step great grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews, friends and neighbors.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11 am, Saturday, December 19, 2020 at MidPoint Church, 5407 South NC-231, Middlesex, North Carolina, 27557.  Visitation from 10:00 am until time of service.  Burial to follow in the church cemetery. Masks and physical distancing required.


In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Grace Baptist Church, 7210 Race Track Road, Bowie, MD 20715.

Peacefully and surrounded by family, Margaret Julia Stanley, 84, of Oxon Hill, MD, passed away on December 11, 2020. Margaret was born on December 31, 1935 in Washington, D.C. to Miller and Blanche Yates. She grew up one of 15 children in Southwest D.C. She attended St. Dominic’s Catholic Church and school. She was married to Floyd H. Stanley, Jr, the love of her life. Together they raised 6 children and helped raise 6 grandchildren. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Floyd, her son Chris Stanley, her daughter Rachel Stanley, her grandchildren Gary Herr, Holly Herr, and Evan Nichols, and 13 of her siblings. She is survived by her children Floyd Stanley III, Patty Stanley, Lori Herr, and Richey Stanley, her grandchildren Jennifer Stanley Hash, Cory Nichols, and Joshua Stanley, and her sister Grace Albrittain.  A public viewing will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. on Monday, December 21 at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD, followed by a private service for immediate family. Margaret loved flowers and the family requests that flowers be sent so she can be surrounded by them.

Joseph William Gillin, 72, of Riva, MD passed away on December 9, 2020 at the home of his son Brian with his beloved dog Sammie by his side.  He was born on July 3, 1948 in Baltimore, to the late Phillip and Mary Scardina Gillin. 

Joe graduated from Baltimore City College, Class of 1966.  He was a great baseball player and was scouted by the Philadelphia Phillies.  He went to work for Bethlehem Steel for a number of years after graduating and learned his mechanics trade.  In 1983, he and his wife started Maryland Mobile Trailer Service which is still a successful family-operated business today.  He enjoyed playing softball, spending his time on the golf course, and yelling at the TV when the Ravens were playing.  He was a wonderful husband, father, and friend to everyone.  His stories could be quite entertaining.  

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Angie Cummings.  Joe is survived by his wife, Joan Gillin, sons Brian Gillin and fiancé Marni of Severna Park, Joey Gillin of Hampstead, Paul Kingston and wife Roxanna of Crownsville, daughter Carole Hedges and husband Tommy of Edgewater; a brother Philip Geppi and wife Deana; five grandchildren, Madison and Benjamin Gillin, Hannah Gillin, Jordan and Shelby Kingston; great nephews Phil Geppi and wife Carla and Josh Geppi and wife Brie; great-great nephew Luca Geppi and great-great niece Antonia Geppi.

Friends are invited to celebrate Joe’s life on Wednesday, December 16 from 10 am until his funeral service begins at 11 am at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will immediately follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W.Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, 1815 Bay Ridge Ave., Annapolis, MD  21403. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.



On Wednesday, December 9, 2020; the beloved husband of Saundra F. Streeter; father of William Streeter III, Debra Wilson and Linda Streeter; brother of Dora Robinson, Annie Joyce Jeter and Kelly Streeter. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. Services and entombment are private.

April Lashon Chaney Butler was born on April 3, 1967 to the late William Hawkins and Linda Christine Ray. April was the middle child of Linda’s three children; her siblings are Linda Christine Ray Goldring and Tessa Chaney Lamb. She has a daughter, Rasberri Y’vette Chaney Butler and a fiancé’, Jeffrey Donnell Johnson. April attended public schools in Maryland and Washington, DC. She attended Oxon Hill Senior High for two years and Ballou Senior High for her last two years ultimately receiving her high school diploma from there in the summer of 1985. April received a scholarship in volleyball from Wilbur Force University in Ohio. She worked at several interesting jobs such at Swankin and Turner, a Washington DC law firm and St. Elizabeth Hospital. Her most enjoyable job was being a mother.

April loved to have a good time and be around family and friends. She would give herself birthday parties every year, several times with her late Aunt Marlene and Uncle Marvin whose birthdays were one day before hers. She loved to play cards, give bus trips, serve as the neighborhood candy lady, sale dinners, and watch professional football. She loved the Dallas Cowboys. She also loved music and to sing. Some of her favorite artists include the Whispers, Temptations, Pattie Labelle, Gladys Knight and Barbara Streisand. She belonged to serval singing groups: Gloria Brown and Band, Just Us Band and Show (her own band) and as a special guest with the Chain of Time.

April leaves to cherish her memory: her Mother, Linda Christine Ray and her Daughter Rasberri Y’vette Chaney Butler and a host of devoted relatives : Sisters; Tessa Chaney Lamb and Linda Christine Goldring; Brother-in-laws; Ralph Lamb; Joseph Goldring; Nieces; Tyianne Thomas and Latrice Allen; Aunts and Uncles; Alice Theresa Kinsey (Jonathan); Marlene Chaney; and Madeline Cunningham; Joseph Leon Chaney (Cherrie); Marvin Chaney (the late Dee); Lawrence Chaney (Sheila) and Steven Winters (Towandra). April is also survived by numerous cousins.

Please follow state and local guidelines for the COVID-19 Pandemic. Only 50 people at one time can be in our facility for any function and masks must be worn covering nose & mouth at all times while in the Kalas Funeral Home facility. Thank you. 

On Wednesday, December 9, 2020 of Oxon Hill, MD. Father of  Isabella and Gabriella Hall; son of Robert Hall and Patricia Hall-Marcotriagiano; brother of Donna Hess (Jay), Christian Hall, and Robert Hall. Jay loved his daughters and his mustang convertible. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Family and friends are invited to Jay's Celebration of Life on Thursday, December 17, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service at 3:00 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745.

In lieu of flowers, the Hall Family has requested donations for Jay's daughters, Isabella and Gabriella, in honor of his memory. Please refer to the family's Go Fund Me page for Jason's Girls <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/jasons-girls?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet">gf.me/u/zcp6bv</a>.







Bernice C. Williams, 88, a resident of Annapolis, MD and formerly of Washington, DC, Oxon Hill, MD and Wilmington, NC, died on Tuesday, December 8 in Odenton, MD. Born on July 11, 1932 in Jacksonville, NC to the late Owen J. and Estelle Pierce, Bernice worked as a supervisor with Stone Industrial Corp. for many years. In her spare time she enjoyed bible study and being with her family and friends. 

She was preceded in death by her husband of twenty-two years, Francis J. Williams who died in 1978, her siblings; Raleigh Pierce of Woodbridge, VA, Zollie and Olen Pierce both of Wilmington, NC, Goldie Justice of Georgia and Ervin Pierce.

Bernice is survived by her children, Jeffrey (Kathleen) Williams of Annapolis, MD and Barbara Williams Quick (Ian Quick) of Pittsboro, NC; her grandchildren, Sean Moy, Denise Moy, Jenna Williams Mathers and  Eric Williams, and 9 great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Bernice’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, December 15 from 11 am until her funeral service begins at 12 Noon. Interment will follow at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood, MD.   Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Patricia Ann Dougherty (née Regan), 90, passed away Tuesday, December 8, 2020. Patricia was born to the late Lawrence and Clara (née O’Donnell) Regan on June 19, 1930 in Lafayette, Indiana. She was the youngest of eight children and is preceded in death by three sisters, Mary, Madelyn, and Virginia, along with four brothers, Ralph, Harry, Paul and Bill.

Patricia grew up in Hoopeston, Illinois. She moved to Washington, D.C. to accept a scholarship to attend the School of Nursing at the Catholic University of America, from which she graduated in 1955. While there, she met Dr. Jude Patrick Dougherty. Patricia and Jude were married on December 28, 1957 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Hoopeston. Last year, they celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary.

The couple moved to Louisville, Kentucky in 1958, where the first three of their four sons were born. The family moved to Potomac, Maryland in 1966, when shortly after, Jude became Dean of the School of Philosophy at Catholic University. Patricia was an award-winning baker and artist, as well as an avid reader. During Dr. Dougherty's 30-year tenure as Dean, Patricia hosted hundreds of dinner parties for clergy, academics, authors, politicians, students and visiting dignitaries at their home in Potomac. Growing up, all four sons attended local schools. From 1974-75, the family lived abroad in Leuven, Belgium.

During her career, Patricia worked as a public health nurse. She was a vocal and long-time advocate for supplemental assistance to single mothers, as well as youth and public health benefits. She served on the Montgomery Public Health Commission and as the Representative for the League of Women Voters to the Montgomery County Board of Education (1982-1984). Patricia also sat on the Board of Directors of the Potomac Community Center (1985-1988).

She is survived by her husband, Dr. Jude P. Dougherty, and her 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. She is also survived by her ten grandchildren, Catherine, Grace, William, Madeline, Patrick, Emma, Jacob, Jack, Alexander and Michael.

Patricia was devoted to the Virgin Mary, and said the Rosary daily. On her wedding day, Patricia sang, On This Day, O Beautiful Mother; and placed flowers at the feet of Our Lady at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. It is comforting that Patricia passed away peacefully at 3 a.m. on December 8, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland.

Friends may call at Saint Raphael Catholic Church, 513 Dunster Rd., Rockville, MD 20854 on Monday, December 14, 2020 from 10 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Interment All Souls Cemetery, Germantown, MD. 


All services for Patricia will be private. Please take a moment and leave a condolence for her family by using the tab in this page.

Vernon Davis, 85, of Annapolis, Maryland passed peacefully at his home with his wife of 66 years by his side on Monday December 7, 2020 from cancer. He is survived by his wife Mary Davis, sons Randy Davis and Greg Davis, daughter in-laws Dias Davis and Julie Davis, sister Mary Liz Downer, brother Jack Davis, grandchildren Melissa Palmer (and her husband Tom Palmer), Jackie Fox (and her husband T.J. Fox), Jessica Ford (and her husband Jason Ford), and Tanner Davis, and great grandchildren Shane Ciccarelli – Palmer (and his wife Sonia Palmer), Grace Palmer, Gabby Fox, “Trey” Fox, Victoria Ford, Olivia Ford, and Nathan Ford. 

Vernon was born and raised in Covington, Virginia by his parents Mary and Earl Davis, who are deceased. Included in his immediate family were brothers Alvis and Eddie, and sister Ann, each of whom are deceased. Vernon moved to Maryland with wife Mary and first son Randy in the 1950’s. He had a very successful rewarding career working in the construction industry primarily as a heavy equipment operator until he retired in 2007. His joys in life included spending time with his family, traveling, and “tinkering” on vehicles and items around the house. He always made everyone smile, and he was kind to each person he met.  As well, he regaled many with tales of his life including such events as riding his motorcycle inside of his high school, running up the stairs all the way to the top of the Washington Monument, digging the deepest construction trench in Anne Arundel County (at the time), and many more thrilling moments. It’s certain he’s now sharing more stories and enjoying a cool beverage with those he has not seen in years. 
He will be missed by his family and all whom he met in life. Rest in peace. 
Services will be held at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory in Edgewater, Maryland on Monday, December 14 beginning with a viewing at 10:00am, followed by a ceremony at 11:00am, with burial to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Annapolis. An online guestbook is available at www.KalasFuneralHomes.com.


Barbara M. Carr, 91, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020 at her home in Davidsonville, MD, where she has lived and worked for 70 years.  A lifelong resident of Anne Arundel County, Barbara married George C. “Johnny” Carr in 1948 and they built a beautiful life together on their family farm. They ran a school bus company for 40 plus years, serving multiple generations of county school children. She drove bus #73 and in 1980 became the president of Carr’s Buses, Inc. She worked hard all her life, both on the farm and with the buses.  She also served her community by participating in many organizations.  She was a member of the Riva Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Davidsonville Ruritan Club, the Altar Guild at All Hallows Church in Davidsonville and the Altar Guild at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Crownsville.  She served as a volunteer for many, many community needs. She baked many cakes and meals for various charitable causes.  Family and community always came first.  Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny in 2007.  She is survived by her children, George C. “Chip” (Joan) Carr, Jr. and Barbara A. (Marty) Moran both of Davidsonville, Charles W. (Patti) Carr of Edgewater and Martin W. (Roxanne) Carr of Annapolis and many loving grandchildren.  Her family was the most important thing in her life. She was a warm and loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend.  She will be greatly missed by all. Because of Covid-19, there will be no visitation at this time. Funeral service will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift to St. Paul’s Anglican Church, P.O. Box 380, Crownsville, MD 21032. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

John L. Tierney(Age 96)
On Monday, December 7, 2020 of Annapolis, MD.Devoted husband of 70 years of Emily Tierney; loving father of Mary (Tim Good) Saxe, Kathleen (John)Antonelli, Ann (Patrick) Scheele, Margaret (Peter) Beling, and John(Caroline) Tierney, Jr.Also survived by nine grandchildren, Matthew (Caroline Casey) Antonelli, Kaitlyn Antonelli, Joseph Scheele, Emily Scheele, Andrew Beling, Elizabeth Beling, Rachel Beling, Connor Tierney, and Marley Tierney. 

The son of Lawrence and Edith (Yarrington) Tierney, he was born in Springfield, MA, May 31, 1924. A World War II Veteran, he served in the Army Air Corp, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. 

Following his military service, he began a 40-year career as a Meteorological Technician with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in the Washington, DC area.  He resided in Camp Springs, MD for more than 60 years and recently relocated to Annapolis, MD.He will be remembered for his green thumb, producing the largest tomatoes, most tender lettuce and flower gardens that were the envy of every neighbor. He had a life-long love of baseball that began the year of his birth when the Washington Senators won the 1924 World Series. He spent countless hours at Memorial Stadium and later Camden Yards, rooting for his Baltimore Orioles.  He was an avid learner with a natural curiosity as reflected by what can be found on his bookshelves. He enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren, who brought him much pride and joy. He was a man of deep faith who devoted 60+ years to his parish, St. Philip the Apostle Church in Camp Springs, where he served as an RCIA Leader, was a member of the Holy Name Society and Parish Council and also served as a lector. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Edith Tierney, sisters Evelyn Cirillo and Vivian Cook, brothers Bryan Tierney, Norman Tierney, Richard Tierney, and Maurice Tierney. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate John's life on Saturday, December 12 from 10 am until a Mass of Christian Burial begins at 11 am at St. Phillip the Apostle Catholic Church, 5416 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in John’s name to Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington or Charlotte Hall Veterans Home.

To view the recording of the visitation and Mass please click on the link <a href="https://youtu.be/OwLImkZCEY0">HERE</a>










Janice Schwien Donovan, “Mama Jan “, 62, a 28-year resident of Shadyside, MD and previously of Brandywine, MD, passed away at her home on Sunday, December 6, 2020.

Janice was born on April 9, 1958 in Washington, DC to Harvey Schwien and Helen Hardesty. She was a proud 1976 “Yellow Jacket” graduate of Gwynn Park High School in Brandywine, MD. She retired as a supervisor from the Maryland MVA after a 30 year career and later worked for Lanes Bus Service for 8 years.

She was a member of the Moose Lodge in Shadyside and Upper Marlboro, MD.

Her interests included twirling the baton in high school, spending time with her family, going to “ladies night” at Happy Harbor with friends, cooking and loved the Washington Football Team.

She is survived by her two daughters; Dawn Hall and Kacy Donovan, both of Shady Side, MD, her grandchildren; Griffin Donovan, Faith Reeder, and Fallyn Dodson. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Janice’s life on Thursday, December 17, 2020 from 2 to 4pm and again from 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A private interment will be held at Southern Memorial Gardens in Dunkirk.

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Edgar Franklin “Buddy” Vermillion, Jr., 90, a 67-year resident of Harwood and previously of Cape St. Claire, passed away at his home on Saturday, December 5, 2020 surrounded by his children.

Buddy was born on March 13, 1930 in Baltimore, MD to the late Edgar F. Sr. and Gladys Vermillion. Buddy served proudly in the US Air Force. He worked on the Enola Gay, which dropped the atomic bomb on Japan, when it was being decommissioned and prepared to go to a museum. Buddy worked as an installer for C&P Telephone and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Edgewater and Living Word Bible Church in West River, MD.

Buddy enjoyed duckpin bowling, roller skating and playing volleyball. He also enjoyed camping and singing in the church choir.

In addition to his parents, Buddy is preceded in death by his wife of 66 years Nannie “Nan” Vermillion and his sister Ruth Henretty and his grandson, Timothy Lee Pearson.

He is survived by his children, Joseph Vermillion and Theresa Johnson, both of Harwood, his two grandchildren; Tommy Pearson and his wife Lucy Parks, and their children Maggie and Virginia and Travis Pearson and his wife Lindsay and their children, Devin Keller, Izzy, Cheyanne, Shelby and Delilah, He is also survived by two nephews and a niece.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Buddy’s life on Thursday, December 10 from 2 to 4pm and again from 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037 where a funeral service will be held on Friday, December 11, 2020 at 11am. Entombment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Living Word Bible Church, 5300 Chalk Point Rd, West River, MD 20778.

 




F. Rawson Carter, Jr., 81, a 48-year resident of West River, MD and previously of Washington, DC, passed away unexpectedly at his home on December 5, 2020.  Rawson was born on January 21, 1939 in Alexandria, VA to the late Frank R. Carter, Sr. and Calpurnia Seibel Carter.  After graduating from Southern High School in Harwood, MD, he attended Emory University in Atlanta, GA and Montgomery Junior College in Maryland.  Rawson spent the majority of his career at the Mathematical Association of America in Washington, DC where he worked for 22 years advancing to the position of Director, Finance and Administration.  He then moved on to become Vice President for 2 years at the Free the Eagle lobbyist firm.  Afterwards, he opened and managed Sudley Road Antiques for 14 years until he retired.  

Rawson was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville, MD, the Historic Owensville Civic Association where he served as president for 20 years, and the Historic London Town Gardens.  He enjoyed antiques, including antique automobiles, traveling, cooking and, most of all, spending time with family and friends.

Rawson is survived by his devoted partner of 61 years, L. Dan Brown, and one son, Richard F. Moreland of Edgewater, MD.

Funeral services will be held in 2021 once it is safe to gather together again.  Donations may be offered in Rawson’s memory to Holy Family Catholic Church, P.O. Box 130, Davidsonville, MD 21035.

Online condolences may be left on this website using the Memory Wall tab above.



Dorothy Lucille Hines, “Lu”, 96, a resident of Arnold, MD since 1958, died on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. Affectionately known as “Nanna” to her grandchildren, she was born on September 7, 1924 in Annapolis, MD to the late Robert and Edna Pearl Lamb. Lu was raised in Annapolis and was employed as a financial officer with the Department of Defense at Ft. Meade. She was an avid, record setting, accomplished duckpin bowler and Severna Park Lanes has been her home away from home for many years. She enjoyed knitting, sailing and being around the water. Lu loved spending time with her grandkids and with the pets. She was always up to sneak out to adopt another with her granddaughter, Rachel. Lu was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Richard Hines and her daughter, Janice Hines, who passed when she was very young.  She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Robert, Albert and Henry Lamb and Barbra Lee. Lu is survived by her children, Richard Hines, Jr. of Galesville, MD, Robert Hines of Pasadena, MD and Julie Hines Maccari of Arnold, MD; her grandchildren, Marki, Rachel, Bubba, Kaitlin, Kevin, Keith, Charlotte and BJ and her great-grandson, Mason, with Kailtlin expecting another on the way. Funeral service will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SPCA of Anne Arundel Co., 1815 Bay Ridge Ave., Annapolis, MD 21403. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Mariel Smith Fails passed away on Saturday morning, December 5, 2020, peacefully in her sleep. She is survived by her husband Wade Fails and her daughters, Debra Walton, and Karissa Rumsey, son-in-laws David Walton and Charles Rumsey Jr., and grandchildren, Christopher Walton, Stephen Walton, Tyler Walton, Alissa Rumsey, and Robin Rumsey.  Family and friends will celebrate her life when the Covid-19 pandemic subsides and that information will be shared when it is available. 

Obituaries

William Kidwell

Catherine Dixon

Catherine Daywalt

Lanelle Talbert

Thomas Curran

John Thayer

Charles Hopkins

Margaret Stanley

Joseph Gillin

William Streeter

April Chaney Butler

Jason Hall

Bernice Williams

Patricia Dougherty

Patricia Herrin

Vernon Davis

Barbara Carr

John Tierney

Deena Goodwin

Janice Donovan

Edgar Vermillion

F. Rawson Carter

Dorothy Hines

Mariel Fails