Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Katherine Anne Fitzwater, “Katie”, 45, a 25-year resident of Edgewater and previously of Davidsonville, passed away at her home on Thursday, December 3, 2020.

Katie was born in Washington, DC to Robert and Elizabeth Fitzwater. She was a graduate of South River High School and received her Bachelor degree from the University of Maryland.

Katie worked in the banking industry for over 25 years

Katie loved spending time with her family and was dedicated to her nieces and cousins. She also enjoyed travelling and loved her two cats.

Katie was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Barber.

She was the devoted daughter of Robert, Sr. and Elizabeth Fitzwater, loving sister to Robert Fitzwater, Jr., and his wife Becky, and Samuel Fitzwater and his wife Rebecca, all of Davidsonville, MD.

All services at this time will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial 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.

All services for Linda will be private at this time. Please take a moment and leave her family a condolence by using the tab on this page.

Michael Robert Marcopulos Jr., age 79, passed away in his sleep December 4, 2020 due to myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease. He was born August 2, 1941 in Washington D.C.

Michael is survived by his sister Jeanette L. O’Leary, nephew Kevin M. O’Leary, niece Terry Carson and her family, niece Tracy Donnelly and her family, and his Firefighters family at District Heights and Montgomery County.

Predeceased by his beloved son Michael R. Marcopulos III and his loving parents Michael R. Marcopulos Sr. and Nellie L. Marcopulos. He has joined his family in heaven.

Michael dearly loved and missed his son and is now reunited for all eternity. He was always friendly, calm, sweet and caring to his family. 

Michael was very brave and served his country by joining the Army as First Class Private from 1965 to 1969. He served as a Medic on the front lines in the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged.

Michael loved the Fire Department and joined District Heights Volunteer Fire Department as a teenager where he grew up, and after serving several active years as a dedicated Volunteer, became a life member. He was appointed to the Montgomery County Fire Rescue Service on March 1, 1966 and he served at the original Fire Station 22 that used to be on Bradley Boulevard at 495. Most of his career was spent at the Emergency Communications Center, promoting to Sergeant and then Lieutenant. Michael retired on October 1, 2003 with 37 years of service.

Michael was known by his co-workers as a smooth, knowledgeable dispatcher and supervisor. He was called the “the chess master” because of his transfers of fill-in apparatus during busy times, when apparatus was assigned to major incidents – he just knew which apparatus to move around to ensure coverage.

Michael knew almost every street in Montgomery, Prince Georges, and DC. His area - knowledge was unparalleled. He was from the era of telecommunicators that grew up where they worked and took the role of knowing where he was sending units seriously. 

His friend Battalion Chief Sam Villani says, “one of the biggest things he taught me was ‘when in doubt, send them out’, which meant send as many units as they may need for an incident, and if they requested the world to help, it was our job as telecommunicators to figure out how to get it there”.

Michael was selfless beyond measure, and often helped younger firefighters make ends meet when they were
short on pay and took time to counsel them on how to be a better human being.

Family and Friends are invited to attend the burial service at the place of internment on Friday March 19, 2021 at 1 PM.

Washington National Cemetery
4101 Suitland Road
Hillcrest Heights, MD 2074

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to one of Michael’s favorite charities:

The Children’s Inn at NIH - https://childrensinn.org/get-innvolved/giving/

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital - https://childrensinn.org/get-innvolved/giving/

DC Firefighters Burn Foundation - https://www.dcffburnfoundation.org/make-a-donation/

Family and friends are invited to a graveside service on Friday, December 4, 2020, at 11:00 am at Lakemont Memorial Gardens 900 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Elizabeth's life on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 1 pm, at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.

Please take a moment and leave a condolence for the family by using the tab on this page.

Due to COVID restrictions, the service will be streamed through Zoom.

The Funeral Service for Elizabeth Thomas, Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 12:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

To Join the Zoom Meeting, please click
<a href="https://zoom.us/j/93630175520?pwd=SDlYWFF5WUNDM3NFbENHckp5OGhJZz09">HERE</a>

If prompted for for an ID or Password, it can be found below:

Meeting ID: 936 3017 5520
Passcode: 444375



Patricia Fay LeBow, 83, of Edgewater passed away on November 28, 2020 of natural causes at Anne Arundel Medical Center. Fay was born on June 30, 1937 in Washington, DC to the late Richard and Delila Woodson. She worked at Sears and Roebuck Company, Central Elementary, but loved her time as a bartender at Lou's Woodland Restaurant in Edgewater the most.  Fay loved to travel and enjoyed her stays in Jamaica, Costa Rica, and most recently her time in Key West, FL with her family.  She loved to cheer on the Redskins and loved to dance. She was a competitive bowler and was even on a roller derby team in her younger days. Fay was a member of the Moose Lodge, Elks and the Sisters of the Knights of Pythias. 

In addition to her parents Fay was preceded in death by her first husband, William "Bill" Vincent Keyes, her second husband, Herbert LeBow and her sister Joyce Kay Marcos of Riverdale, MD. She is survived by the love of her life for the last 27 years, John Michael Lynch and his four wonderful children; her son, William Vincent Keyes Jr., his significant other (Christine Allen) of Centerville, MD, and her daughter Delila "Doll" Rank of Carlisle, PA; grandchildren, William Vincent Keyes, III of Churchton, MD, Michelle Rank of Carlisle, and Brittnie Anderson of Centerville; four great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild.  

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Patricia's life on Saturday, December 5, 2020 from 11 - 1 pm, at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences may be made at: KalasFuneralHomes.com

Brenda R. Wilson, 78, of Edgewater, MD passed away on November 28, 2020 at the Mandrin Inpatient Center in Harwood, MD. Brenda was born on September 29, 1942 in Cheverly, MD to the late Betsy Ross Rich and Howard Rovelstad. She was raised in Hyattsville, MD and was a graduate of High Point High School where she was a cheerleader. Brenda had a variety of  jobs, but the one she loved the most was as an addiction counselor in Annapolis at Open Door for 16 years. Brenda was an avid gardener, loved her community (and they loved her) and did many hours of volunteer work for the church. Brenda lived a full life, those who met her loved her and she loved them. 

In addition to her parents Brenda was predeceased by her granddaughter, Sarah Michele Pyles. She is survived by her husband, Mike Storosh; daughter, Laura Dreany-Pyles (Mark), her faithful dog, Maggie; stepchildren, Michael and Valerie and grandchildren, Jeffrey Adams, Daniel Pyles, Matthew, Tori and Nicolas Storosh.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Brenda's life on Saturday, December 5, 2020 from 3 to 5 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. 

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 6 at 11 am via Zoom.  The service may be accessed by clicking <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89062839999?pwd=bDYzenRCL1l5RlBwUE9Yd3RsaWJRQT09">HERE</a>

Meeting ID: 890 6283 9999 
Passcode: 336379 

In lieu of flowers (due to family allergies) please consider a donation to either: Sarah Michele Pyles Scholarship Fund, which is awarded to students of Chesapeake High School and St Mary's College, or St. Andrews The Fisherman Episcopal Church, 1183 Carrs Warf Road, Edgewater, MD 21037.

<p style="text-align:center">“It is important to share love in the world”</p>

CAPTAIN FRANCIS (FRANK) C PASQUINELLI, U.S. Navy (Retired)

Captain Pasquinelli is a native of Salem Massachusetts where he attended Salem High School. He then attended Columbia University on a NROTC scholarship and graduated in 1956 with a BA degree in Business Administration. He was commissioned an Ensign in the U.S. Navy in the same year.

His first tour of duty was onboard the USS HARLAN R. DICKSON (DD-708). He attended Submarine School in 1958 and qualified for submarines on the USS ODAX (55484). Subsequent tours were the USS TRUMPETFISH (SS425), USS GUDGEON (55567), and U55 SEA ROBIN (5S407). He was the Commanding Officer of the USS PICKEREL (55524) from 1969 to 1971.

Captain Pasquinelli's shore assignments included tours as Program Director in the Training Management Division of BUPER; Assistant material Officer for Budget on COMSUBLANT Staff; Force Planning Officer for COMSUBPAC and Comptroller for COMSUBPAC His last tour was as the Director of Internal Review at the Naval Sea Systems Command. He was selected as a proven Financial Management Subspecialist in 1976.

His educational tours included the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey California where he earned a Master's Degree in Management. He is also a graduate of the Armed Forces Staff College in Norfolk, Virginia, and the Industrial College of the Armed Forces in Washington D.C He was awarded the Navy Achievement Medal and the Meritorious Service medal.

He retired from the Navy in 1984. And spent the next 15 years in the private sector with two different companies supporting various government programs - working as a Project Manager for the American System Corp and as the Vice President of Operations for HJ Ford Assoc, Inc. His second retirement was in 2000.

He has been married to the former Joanne Sucharski of Ipswich Massachusetts for 63 years. They have three children, Karen Short of Springfield, VA, Chris Pasquinelli of Fort Washington, Maryland, and Lisa Peter of Springfield, Va. They also have four grandchildren: Dylan, Karlie, and Lauren Peters of Springfield, VA and Amanda Short of Springfield, Va.

Relatives and friends are invited to Francis' Life Celebration at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD on Saturday, December 19, 2020 from 12 noon until the time of the memorial service at 1 p.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers the family is requesting you make monetary donation to the Alzheimer's Association (https://act.alz.org).

All attendees are required to wear a mask and practice social distancing. Up to 50 persons or less are allowed in the building at one time. Please keep your visit very brief so others may have opportunity to pay their respects to the family.

Norberto, “Bert” Tayag, 63, a recent resident of Bowie, MD passed away in the 1st hour of November 28, 2020, at Washington Hospital Center surrounded by his loving family.
Bert was born on June 6, 1957 in Manila, Philippines to Ricardo Mallari Tayag (deceased) and Teresita Loyzaga Tayag.  Bert was preceded in death by his older brother, Ramonchito (Chito), and survived by his sisters Rowena Tayag Reodica, and Teri Estrellado. 
He graduated from Strayer University where he earned his B.S. Degree in Computer Information Systems, and held various I.T. positions for various large companies and government contractors in the DMV area.
Bert had many talents such as drawing and creating ANYTHING into useful gadgets or ‘toys’ to entertain and amuse himself.  He was fond of modifying or converting ANYTHING into something of his imagination.  He would “improve” ANYTHING, just to his liking, often to the dismay of Dana, his wife, who would sit back shaking her head.  His hobbies were collecting – ANYTHING, depending on his mood at the moment, from actual cars & motorcycles to Matchbox cars and silver jewelry.  To Bert, it was why have just ‘one’ of something he liked, if it came in other colors…within reason, he would also get the other colors.  “Save it for the kids or grandkids” (who he cherished), became his motto.
He shared his love of music with his family listening to his favorite artists such as Santana, The Eagles and Cat Stevens.  He also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren.  Bert was best known for his stylish fedora hats, sense of humor and straightforward thinking.  We are deeply saddened by his loss and will miss him dearly. 
He is survived by his wife of 40-years, Dana Kibic Tayag, and his children Natalie, David (son-in-law), Anthony, Ruby (daughter-in-law), and Alexis; his grandchildren Karael, Isaiah, Camden, Andrew, Arielle, and Brayden. 

In honor of our beloved Bert, the family will be live streaming his viewing on Sunday, December 6th (Session 1 – (2:00 pm to 4:00 pm). Session 2 – (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm).  His memorial mass service will also be live streamed on Monday, December 7, 2020, at 10:00 am via Facebook Live. 
Due to COVID restrictions, the viewing and mass service is by RSVP only, with limited in-person attendance.  All attendees are required to wear a mask and practice social distancing.  Please keep your interactions brief so others may have the opportunity to pay their respects to the family, and kindly refrain from physical contact (air hugs are accepted). 
To watch the live stream, please click the link below: 
 https://fb.me/e/1L76ZKasz 


Due to COVID-19 restrictions, in-person visitations at Kalas Funeral Home and at St. Columba Church is limited to family and pre-approved guests, ONLY.  If you wish to attend in-person, please RSVP to Dana at (410) 302-1318 by Friday, 12/4/20, 10:00 p.m. EST; otherwise, you are encouraged to attend virtually via Facebook Live, please copy and paste this into your browser: https://fb.me/e/1L76ZKasz 
For those attending in-person, the family respectfully requests your strict adherence to the following:
-	Maintain social distancing of at least 6 feet (air hugs only, please)
-	Check temperature before entering the building
-	Use provided hand sanitizer and gloves upon entry, and properly dispose upon exit
-	Kindly pay respects inside the building in the most efficient manner possible, helping to maintain proper occupancy requirements & limit exposure
-	Maintain social distancing when interacting outside the building, where light refreshments will be available
We appreciate your understanding during this difficult time.  Please know that Bert would have wanted EVERYONE to be as safe as possible.  Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Love, 
The Tayag Family



In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, please copy and past the link into your browser: supportwwp.org/welcome

Barbara Musterman, a long-time resident of the Annapolis area, died peacefully in her home of natural causes on the 27th of November.  

Born in 1928 in Annapolis, Barbara married her childhood sweetheart and late husband John Musterman.  She left home after graduating from Annapolis High School and began her life as a military wife traveling the United States.  

Barbara loved cooking for her family, swimming, and socializing with her friends. She had a wonderful, witty sense of humor and could light up a room with her smile.  

Barbara was preceded in death by two children, Kathleen Kaceff and John Kent Musterman.

She is survived by her remaining four children, Mark Musterman, Matthew Musterman, Michael Musterman, Maria Mathews, eight grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren, all of whom brought great joy to her life.  

Services and interment are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=47282&mfc_pref=T&47282.donation=form1">Alzheimer’s Association</a>. An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

<p style="text-align:center;">Celebrating the Life of Rodney Craig Cameron</p>
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Rodney Craig Cameron was born on May 1, 1946 in Auburn, NY to the late Jay Cameron, Sr. and Lillian Jones Cameron. Rodney was the oldest of four boys and was known to family and close friends as “Roddy” or Rod.  He joined his eternal family on November 27, 2020 in Washington, DC. 

After graduating high school in 1964, Rodney was drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Upon completion of basic training, he was assigned to serve in Germany. While in Germany, he developed his skills for procurement and property management that would later lead as a career path.  After an honorable discharge from the Army, Rodney returned to the Auburn area where he began his career working in procurement.  Years later, Rodney relocated to the Washington, DC area where he worked for a brief period of time as a property manager while pursuing his Business Degree in Procurement and Contracting from the University of the District of Columbia. Upon receiving his bachelor’s degree in 1979, Rodney began what would become a life-long career in procurement and government contracting with the DC public school system and several federal agencies for more than 30 years including a stint in Kuwait as a Contract Administrator for the Army. In 2013, Rodney officially retired as a DAWIA Level III Certified Warrant Contracting Officer from the Federal Government. Two years later he would find himself working for a government contractor as a Senior Acquisition Analyst up until his passing. 

Rodney cared about family. His wife, Marie, of 45 years remained his best friend throughout the marriage. They spoke anywhere from 3-5 times a day including into the wee hours of the morning and sometimes they spoke about nothing but they always knew they could call each other regardless.  Even though his daughters, Nadine and Nilda were a mainstay in his life, they were kicked to the curb once his granddaughter, Nina was born.  One of his greatest joys was his relationship with Nina whom he talked to several times a week and wanted nothing more than to teach her the game of chess. Even though there were miles between them, Rodney remained big brother to his siblings, Jay and Chuck.  He always expressed interest in his nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews no matter where they lived.  

Some of Rodney’s favorite pastimes included playing the game of chess, collecting pocket knives, martial arts (he achieved a brown belt and really loved Karate movies), mastering how to play black jack, was fond of dogs and an avid reader. Over the years Rodney enjoyed a good cold beer, his favorite pipe tobacco and a good Friday Happy Hour at one of the local hot spots. Rodney had a permanent seat at the counter at his favorite local eatery, Steak In a Sack in Fort Washington, MD where everyone knew him as “Rod”.  Rodney fought a long and difficult battle with pulmonary hypertension due to diabetes and had hoped to one day receive a kidney transplant.  

Rodney is survived by his loving wife Marie Cameron, daughters Nadine Cid (Vincent Phillips), Nilda Gumbs, granddaughter Nina Gumbs, brothers Jay Cameron (Christine), Charles “Chuck” Cameron, Boyd Cameron (deceased) and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, family and friends. 

 The family asks that donations be made to St. Jude using the link <a href="https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/GiftFunds/GiftFunds?px=6876683&pg=personal&fr_id=39300">HERE</a>. 

The family would love to see everyone but we must observe the COVID-19 guidelines for the state of Maryland and the Kalas Funeral Home. Therefore, we asks if you plan to attend the public viewing, please know that masks will be required to enter the building and we will be exercising social distancing. We appreciate your cooperation and support. 






Jacqueline “Jackie” (McManus) Fraber passed away suddenly at her home November 27, 2020. She is survived by her daughter Christina Fraber of Greenbelt, MD, her ex-husband/ friend Jack Fraber also of Greenbelt, MD, her niece/goddaughter Jennifer Mobley of Edgewater, MD (along with her husband Justin Mobley and their son Jackson), her dear cousins Mary Cohan-Pekarchuk of Canada, Joan Johnson, Paula Adamson and Marcia McManus of South Carolina and many great friends who became family.  She was preceded in death by her beloved brother Gerald “Jerry” McManus and her beloved sister Jean Tydings.  Jackie was an amazingly kind woman who was also astonishingly strong (and stubborn), loyal, fun and an all around wonderful person to be around with her twinkling eyes and contagious laugh. She was a best friend to many, most of all her daughter Christina with whom she shared everything including mutual adoration. 

Jackie was born in Washington, D.C. on July 27, 1945 to Gwendolyn Clark McManus and Edward McManus.  She grew up on Jefferson Street in Chillum with lots of friends who remained in her life always.  Those days on Jefferson Street were some of the happiest times in her life; she would reminisce about them often.  She lived in Greenbelt, MD for many years where she made even more lifelong friends while working and raising her daughter before moving to Crofton, MD in 2002.

She was always an unbelievably capable and dedicated worker.  The jobs she served the longest were as an Executive Secretary at American President Lines, as a secretary at the Law Office of James A. Cole and of course the most important job of all to her as a devoted mother to her daughter.  She put her heart and soul into everything she did and always wanted to help everybody she met.

Since finally retiring a few years ago Jackie loved talking to her friends and family, listening to music, watching her tv shows (especially General Hospital, Perry Mason and Hallmark Movies), playing Free Cell Solitaire, playing board games with her daughter, anything sweet (especially the things her daughter baked) and most of all her late 17 year old tabby cat Speedy (with whom she is hopefully celebrating a very happy reunion).  She will be unbearably missed every day by all that knew and loved her.

A celebration of life ceremony will be held at a later date once the Covid situation is under control.

Please take a moment and leave a condolence for Jacqueline's family by using the ltab on this page.

Mary Elizabeth Morin Manogue, "Marybeth", a 36-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Rockville, MD, died on Friday, November 27, 2020, at her residence.  Born December 6, 1934, in Washington, DC, to the late Mary and Howard Morin, she graduated from Catholic University in Washington, DC on a partial scholarship in Arts and Music in 1958.  Marybeth held many jobs, including being a maritime captain, sailing instructor, church choir soloist, founder of Jubilate! choir, Director of Music at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, and homemaker.  As a professionally trained soprano soloist who performed in the Washington area, Marybeth sang professionally as a soloist at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, and in the choir at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Her greatest passion was sailing.  She was happiest on her 37-foot sailboat, See Diva, navigating the seas of the Chesapeake Bay.  

Marybeth is survived by her husband of 61 years, Raymond J. Manogue; three children, Raymond John Manogue, Jr. of Edgewater, MD, Robert (Megan) Francis Manogue of Eldersburg, MD, and Michael (Emma) Paul Manogue of Texas; two siblings, Howard Morin of Kensington, MD and Julie Rhodes of Potomac, MD; and four grandchildren, Liam Manogue of Texas, Anna and Sean Manogue of Baltimore, MD, and Kevin Manogue of Eldersburg, MD.  Due to current pandemic restrictions, all current services will be private.  

A memorial service and burial will be held in the spring.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to <a href="https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sc_icid=header-btn-donate-now">St. Jude Children's Research Hospital</a>, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105 or <a href="https://www.horsesthatheal.org/volunteer-at-mtr/how-to-get-involved/">Maryland Therapeutic Riding</a>, Attn: Development Office, 1141 Sunrise Beach Rd., Crownsville, MD 21032.  An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

John Green 7/28/1954-11/26/2020

To say Johnny Green was a good man would be a gross understatement. Larger than life. A loving father, grandfather, friend, and mentor to all worthy of his time.
He served the DC community as a firefighter for 32 years, putting others’ lives above his own day in, and day out. Outside of work he was no different, when the call came in, he was there and usually before you. He was never late to anything.
He loved the Simpsons, and baseball. He was the embodiment of "live to ride" and earned the bragging rights of putting 100k miles on one of his Harleys.
The world has lost a truly great man. 

He will be dearly missed.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate John's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, February 11 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 6:00 to 8:00 pm.  Interment private.

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

George William Earnshaw passed peacefully at his home in Davidsonville, MD on November 25. Born on September 1, 1936 in Fairmont, WV to the late William Edgar and Virginia Watson Earnshaw, George provided for his family through the construction industry.  He enjoyed playing bluegrass music, fishing, bird hunting with his dogs and spending time with his grandchildren. George was preceded in death by his wife, Joan L. Earnshaw who was the love of his life for 53 years. He is survived by his three children, Jaye (Jon) Pearce of Red House, VA, William (Colleen) Earnshaw of Port Charlotte, FL and Jacqueline (Bob) Dean of Arnold, MD; his grandchildren, Will (Katlin) Pearce, Alex Pearce, Christina (Cory) Boylston, Dustin Earnshaw, Kaitlynn (Bobby) Abell, Nathan and Kendall Earnshaw, Kelsey, Madison, Spencer and Camryn Dean; his great-grandchildren, Carson and Canyon Boylston and Addison Abell; his sister-in-law, Linda (Tom) Poole; special family friends, Jane Whitcomb and Lee Argent and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice that supports our U.S. Veterans. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Dorothy J. Rochlin lived in the Washington area since 1940. She attended Notre Dame Academy and received a degree in Interior Design at the Abbott School of Fine Arts and was employed By Lansburgh’s 1949-1963. Some of her work included “Hillwood” – The Merriweather Post Home, The Chinese Embassy, auditoriums, churches, a retirement home, homes of senators and congressmen and as well as many fine homes and apartments.

She was Social Director for six years at the Grosvenor Park Apartments, where she lived for 37 years. She enjoyed volunteer work at JCC (Jewish Community Center) where she taught mosaic tiles for 5 years.
She returned to work in 1975 at David Taylor Naval Ship R&D Center located in Carderock, Md. starting in payroll and by taking courses thru the government in accounting and budgeting, she applied in moving up the scale in various accounting positions – while receiving many awards for her work. During her last six years, she prepared their “financial statements” reporting these to the pentagon in a 29-page book. She retired in 1989. 

Having moved to Riderwood Village in 2003 – a retirement community in Silver Spring, Md. she established a “reading group”, in which she read to those who were not able to read, did personal shopping for other residents, taught some residents multiple games, member of the bell choir, worked in the convenience store on the 1st floor of Riderwood and other volunteer work at Riderwood. Several months after her arrival there, she was made President of the Resident Council, representing 95 residents assisting them to voice their individual needs and feelings.

She enjoyed doing acrylic painting and tissue collage, playing the piano, reading, a variety of puzzles and games, playing pinochle and listening to music. 

She passed away Monday, November 23, 2020 in Annapolis, Md where she was preceded in death by her husband Stanley Rochlin (married 24 years) and Thomas Shapiro (together 20 years). She is survived by her family of 2 nieces – Anita Smith (husband Randy) and Lynn Moser (husband Jim); 6 nephews – David Jablonski (wife Marsha), Paul Jablonski (wife Rosaria), Mark Jablonski (wife Mary Frances), Edwin Jablonski (wife Silvia), Richard Jablonski, Peter Jablonski (wife Francine); 16 great nieces and nephews and 11 great – great nieces and nephews. 

All arrangements for Mrs. Rochlin are private.

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

Robert Lee “Hacksaw” Cranston, 65, a resident of Edgewater, MD died of cancer on Monday, November 23 at his home surrounded by his family. Born on July 18, 1955 in Washington, DC to the late Grace Virginia Amick and William H. Cranston, Sr., Robert was a mechanic for 35 years at the Naval Research Lab. He enjoyed music, stereos, traveling, motorcycles, golf, his recovery family and being sober for 33 years. Robert is survived by his siblings, William H. Cranston, Jr., Mark A. Cranston, Genny Callegari and Ellen Rostad; his nieces and nephews, Joseph and Christine Callegari, Amber (Tim) Mortimer, Petra (Robert), Kirstin (James), William and Mark Cranston, Jr.; his great nieces and great nephews, Mikey Penn, Joey Callegari and Mariah (Pierce) Everson; his great-great niece and great-great nephews, Aleigha Everson, William Cranston, Jr. and Oliver Callegari. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers in law, Frank Callegari and Bernardo Rostad and his kitties, Angel and Devil Kitty. 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. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Abigail Rose Kerr “Abby”, 23, of Annapolis, MD and formerly of Edgewater and Crofton, MD, passed away of undetermined causes on Monday, November 23 at her apartment. Born on October 12, 1997 in Novokuznetsk Siberia, Russia, Abby came to the United States, through adoption by the Kerr family, at the age of 2. Growing up in Crofton, Abby had many friends and participated in many activities. She had a beautiful singing voice which she lent to plays while at Crofton Middle School. Abby was a 2016 graduate of South River High School. She played field hockey and lacrosse and sang the Star Spangled Banner before the lacrosse games. Who was Abby?  Abby was an old soul. She loved all Disney movies, watching holiday shows with her family, dancing and eating crabs and ice cream. She loved being on the water, visiting beaches and our adventurous family trips. Abby lived her short life carefree and squeezed every ounce of fun from every day. She had a way of lifting people up with short quips, impersonations, jokes or a simple smile. She will be missed by those who loved her and there are many.  We will see you again Abby. She is survived by her parents, Glenn and Sarah Kerr; her siblings, Greg, Caroline and Lily Kerr; her grandparents, Thomas and Susan Kerr; her beloved dogs, Maple and Louie and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, William and Sally Gaskins. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to <a href="https://secure.operationsmile.org/site/Donation2?df_id=34647&34647.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T">Operation Smile</a> in memory of her cousin, Theresa Robb who died at age 24. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Charlie Edward Perkins, 68, a loving man, left this physical world hand in hand with Jesus, Saturday November 21st 2020. His charism and laughter will echo forever in our hearts.  An incredible husband to Vickie Perkins; and an unbelievably supportive father to David, Danyell and Jason Perkins, leaving a legacy of faith. He ensured comfort for others over 50 years working at Beltsville Heating and Air Conditioning. He enjoyed the sweet fellowship and singing in the choir at Mt. Zion UMC in Lothian Md.  And he loved riding his motorcycle as much as possible calling it his “handlebar therapy”. 

Always hard working, a gentle giant, and adored by his sisters Martha O’brien, Shelley Foskey and brother Jerry Perkins. A treasure and blessing to have known him, to have loved him, to have joined him along his way. Heaven is his home; enjoy the adventure and we’ll see you soon!  Praise God!!

Services for Charlie are currently being scheduled. We will update this site when arrangements have been confirmed. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">Hospice of the Chesapeake</a>, C/O Mandrin House, 90 Ritchie Hwy. ,Pasadena, MD 21122.

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Andres Ramirez Pena, 61 , a 20 year resident of Annapolis, passed away on November 21, 2020 in Annapolis. 

He was born on February 26, 1959 in El Salvador. He worked in Landscaping as a laborer. 

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Genara Mancia, his sons; Carlos, Jose and Francisco Ramirez and his daughters; Norma, Reina, Ana, Beatris, Sandra, Patricia and Consuelo Ramirez.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Andres’ life on Sunday, November 29, from 5 to 9 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Monday, November 30, 2020 at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Garden. 


Family and friends are invited to a memorial mass to celebrate Shirley's life on Wednesday, November 25 at 10:30 AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis.  Inurnment will be private.

On Thursday, November 19, 2020.  The beloved wife of Samuel Shepard; devoted mother of Scott and Brendon (Nicole) Shepard; daughter of Elizabeth Eger and the late Gordon MacLeod; sister of Chuck, Mike, John, Marie and Kendra; grandmother of Blake and Brooke.  Friends are invited to celebrate Debbie’s life from 2 to 4PM on Tuesday, November 24 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9AM on Monday, November 30 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401.  On line condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab on this page.

Dennis “Denny” Neilson Weiss, 74 of Crownsville, MD passed away on Thursday November 19, 2020. Dennis was born in Washington DC. to the late Edward and Lillian Weiss on March 27, 1946. He was a graduate of City College in Baltimore and the University of Maryland. 

Denny's career began in the Commercial Retail Industry and quickly expanded, holding positions with Dart Group, Silver, Companies, Pence Group, and Ratner Companies. 

He loved polishing his cars, boating on the Severn River, piloting his plane, and giving the biggest bear hugs to everyone he knew. His infectious smile greeted everyone he met. He loved his family and friends and often referred to them as his treasures of life. 

He shared his love of music with his family and most times would be listening to his favorite band The Beach Boys. 

Denny was preceded in death by his son, Brandt Edward Michael Weiss. He is survived by his wife, Linda Marie Weiss, daughter Brandi Alyce Weiss, (Brian Bliss) of Fairfax, VA, stepdaughters, Domenica Prieto McGrath, (Kevin) of Crownsville, MD and Tara Noel Conte, (Joseph) of Riva, MD, and sister Beverly Andrion (Henry) of Rehoboth Beach, DE. Grandchildren, Kevin, Morgan, Ella, Joseph, and Eleanor. In addition, Pamela Weiss, mother of Brandi and Brandt. 

Due to Covid restrictions a celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

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Obituaries

Katherine Fitzwater

Linda Shipman

Karen Balma

Michael Marcopulos

Regina Kellams

Elizabeth Thomas

Patricia LeBow

Brenda Wilson

Francis Pasquinelli

Norberto Tayag

Barbara Musterman

Rodney Cameron

Jacqueline Fraber

Mary Manogue

John Green

George Earnshaw

Dorothy Rochlin

Robert Cranston

Abigail Kerr

Charlie Perkins

Andres Ramirez - Pena

Shirley Gering

Deborah Shepard

Dennis Weiss