Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Relatives and friends are invited to Alfea's Life Celebration at KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY on May 15, 2024 with a viewing from 2-4 and 6-8. A second viewing will be held Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 3:30-5:30 and 7-9. Mass of Christian burial to follow on May 17, 2024 at 10am located at St. Columba Catholic Church 7804 Livingston Rd, Oxon Hill, MD 20745.


Eugene “Gene” Szestak died peacefully on April 30, 2024 at his home in Lanham, MD. Gene was born in a displaced persons camp in Ellwangen, Germany on August 26, 1948, the eldest surviving child of the late Teodor and Ksenia Szestak.  His family emigrated to the United States in 1951, settling on the South Side of Pittsburgh, PA, where he attended St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic School and South High.  

In 1968, Gene proudly became a United States citizen and joined the U.S. Army, serving two tours in Vietnam.  He attended Allegheny County Community College and Point Park University, where he played soccer and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.  

In 1974, Gene married Mary Anne Hawrylak and they moved to Washington, DC to pursue their new careers.  Gene worked for the United States Secret Service for nearly 30 years, served under seven Presidents, and ultimately attained the rank of Deputy Chief.
In retirement, Gene enjoyed spending time in his beloved adopted hometown of Pittsburgh and especially enjoyed serving the community by cooking pierogies as a church fundraiser.  He and Mary Anne loved to travel to locales including Germany, Ireland, Alaska, and Egypt.  He enjoyed coin collecting, spending time at the pool with friends, and cheering on Notre Dame football.       

Gene is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Mary Anne; his daughter, Amy and son-in-law John and his siblings, Oresta (Michael), Zenon (Linda) and Luba.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary and Stefanie and his brother-in-law, Peter.  

A memorial Mass and reception will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Landover Hills, MD on May 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. and at Slater Funeral Home, 4201 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA on June 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.

The Szestaks would like to thank Gene’s medical providers and caregivers who served him with compassion.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gene’s honor to HEROES, Inc. at https://heroes.org/.  



Margaret Westphal Sullivan (Peggy) of Ridgely, MD passed away on April 30, 2024.  She was 90 years old.  She was predeceased by her husband Herby Sullivan in 2014.  They were married for 60 years and enjoyed their life together in Hillsmere Shores in Annapolis and later in Ridgely.

Peggy’s family was very important to her.  She is survived by her children, Herby (Marti), Bonnie (Larry) and Peggy Sue (Norman).  She was known as Mawsy to her seven grandchildren, Norman, Justin, Michelle, Tammy, Herby, Kara and Lee and to her 10 great grandchildren, Cash, Walton, Peyton, Mackenzie, Teigen, Ivy, Carter, Cooper, Natalie and Callan.

Peggy was survived by her sister, Bunny Woodburn and her brother, Bobby Robinson.

She is also survived by her identical twin sister, Dottie Disney.  They shared a lifetime of dressing alike and spending every minute they could together.  They shared many interests and had a lot of great times.  They had many stories of trying to trick people that couldn’t tell them apart.

Peggy’s memory will always bring joy and happiness to all that had the pleasure of knowing her and she will be deeply missed.  The family would like to thank Corsica Hills in Centreville for all the care and kindness they gave her.

Family and friends are invited to Peggy’s life celebration on Monday, May 6 from 11 AM until her funeral service begins at noon at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomon’s Island Road, Edgewater.  Interment will follow in St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church Cemetery in Annapolis.  


Patricia Drury Sullivan (December 22, 1933 – April 29, 2024)

Dedicated Military Wife, Devoted Mother, Loyal Friend
Patricia Drury Sullivan, age 90, died on April 29, 2024, following a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She is survived by her loving husband, Col. John J. Sullivan; children John Sullivan (Mohini Rawool Sullivan), Jim Sullivan (Laurie Sullivan), Jennifer Good (Keith Good), and Julia Sullivan (Douglas Robinson); grandchildren Lindsay Bookout, R. James Sullivan (Adriana Sullivan), Keith Good, Kathleen Hassey (Brad Hassey), Christopher Good, and Connor Good; step-grandchildren Stephen Robinson (Andrea Freeman) and Kathryn Robinson; great-grandchildren Merlin Bookout, Gwendolyn Bookout, Lucy Bookout, W. Connor Sullivan, and Maddox Sullivan; and step great grandchild Willa Robinson. She was pre-deceased by her son, Jeff Sullivan.

Patricia was born on December 22, 1933, in Newark, New Jersey. Her mother, Ethel Carson Drury, was an Irish immigrant and a nurse, and her father, Peter Drury, was a civil engineer. Patricia graduated from Bethlehem Central High School in Delmar, New York, where she met her future husband, John Sullivan. She later graduated from Centenary College.

Patricia and John married on November 14, 1953, in Hondo, Texas, while John was in pilot training (and not supposed to be married). They had five children (three boys and two girls), plus various dogs, cats, rabbits, snakes, lizards, and turtles. During their 26 years in the U.S. Air Force, they moved the family 31 times. After John retired from the military, John and Patricia settled in Annapolis, where they have been since 1984.  
Patricia loved unconditionally, gave generously, and forgave easily. She was an adventurer, a world traveler, and a constant source of light and kindness with a beautiful and gentle soul.     

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Patricia’s life on Thursday, May 9, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until her funeral service begins at noon at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will immediately follow the service at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD.

The family invites donations in Patricia’s honor to The Light House, Inc., 10 Hudson St., Annapolis, MD 21401, or Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.

Please sign the guestbook at the Memories tab located on the left side of this page to express your condolences to the family.

Harold Eugene “Hal” Burdette, Jr., 80, a resident of Silver Spring, MD died at The Montgomery Hospice Casey House in Rockville on Saturday, April 27, after a two year struggle with cancer. Born on November 3, 1943 in Savannah, GA to the late Marie Morris and Harold E. Burdette, Sr., Hal graduated from Wheaton High School and earned an associate’s degree from Montgomery College. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War and later worked at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. Hal enjoyed reading, woodworking, jewelry making, crafting, sailing and archery. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Carol Curry Burdette; his son, Michael “Sean” (Jacqueline Bunting) Burdette of Collierville, TN; his sister, Sara Burdette Compton of Biglerville, PA and his granddaughters, Brinley Mae, Carlyn Grace and Chase Olivia Burdette. In addition to his parents, Hal was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert Oliver Burdette. Graveside service will be held on Friday, May 3 at 1 pm at Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 900 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Montgomery Hospice Casey House, 6001 Muncaster Mill Rd., Rockville, MD 20855 (<a href="https://montgomeryhospice.org/donate-now/">online at montgomeryhospice.org</a> or mailed to 1355 Piccard Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850). Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

Arturo Monterrosa deja a su esposa Lilian Consuelo de Monterrosa 
sus hijos, Mirna, Joel, Elmer, Luis, Elizabeth, Marvin Isaac, Keysi, Steve, 
y Antony Nietos, Christian, Carl, Christina, Jonathan, Jazmin, Tatiana
Anthony, Bryan, Natalia, Adriana, Jayden, Maleah, Ava, Nicole, Jadiel 
Bisnietos: Elijah, Josiah, Alfred, Amaya, Nolan, Ezequiel, Zelda 

Familiares y amigos están invitados a la Celebración de la Vida de Arturo, que se llevará a cabo durante una visualización + servicio nocturno a partir de las 8 p. m. el 11 de mayo de 2024 en la Iglesia Puerto del Cielo ubicada en 14615 General Washington Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22193 y finalizará el 12 de abril de 2024 en 6 am.

(Relatives and friends are invited to Arturo's Life Celebration which will be held during an overnight viewing + service starting at 8pm on May 11, 2024 at Iglesia Puerto del Cielo located at 14615 General Washington Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22193 and ending on May 12, 2024 at 6am.)

Katherine Edith "Katie" Halasz, age 37, of Wells, Maine, passed away on April 26, 2024 at her sister's home in Maryland. Katie was the definition of a warrior, displaying incredible strength and willpower in the face of numerous health challenges throughout her life. Despite battling diabetes and numerous other medical setbacks, she always fought hard and surprised her loved ones with her resilience.

Katie had a vibrant spirit and a touch of spunk, even during tough times. She was one of a kind. Katie adored Cinderella, Stitch, and Tinker Bell, and had a special love for her fur babies, occasionally dressing them up. In recent years, she developed a fondness for Disney-themed Legos, enjoyed attending hockey and baseball games, and embraced little adventures on the days her health was good. She made a great friend who always encouraged her to go out with us even on out of state adventures. Katie had a love for cooking and finding new recipes for us to try. Katie loved her Mom and Dad so much she would find any excuse to call home even to ask cooking questions she already knew the answer to. Katie loved her niece and nephew so much. She loved every adventure they had, game they played or Legos they built together. There are so many things that made Katie special to all she met.

She is survived by her mother Roberta Halasz, father Stephen Halasz, sister and best friend Melissa Boe, brother-in-law Jason Boe, niece Taylor Boe, and nephew Stephen Boe. Katie's family meant the world to her, and she cherished moments playing Monopoly and Uno with them, basking in the sun with a good book, and her fur baby by her side.

A celebration of Katie's life will be held this summer with details to be announced. Her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.


It is with great sadness that we announce on Friday, April 26, 2024 our beloved William Robert Tucker, best known as “Pat”, went to be with the Lord and his late wife, Peggy. Pat was born on his family’s farm in Lothian on April 16, 1933 to the late Samuel Earl and Katherine Tucker. He spent his youth on the family farm that was built by his grandfather before attending Southern High School where he met the love of his life, Peggy Ann Wilde. They were married on October 17th, 1953, just 3 days before he was drafted into the Army. Upon returning from his tour in Germany he lived in Shady Side for more than 50 years while working in telecommunications before moving to Annapolis to enjoy his retirement closer to his daughter and grandchildren. Church played a large part in Pat’s life. He dedicated many years to St. James’ Parish in the choir, many Sundays to the pew and even more to church dinners and events. In addition to Church, Pat enjoyed being on the water, being outdoors, travel and ALL sports whether it was a live event or on TV; if a game was on he was watching and cheering. But most of all Pat loved his family. He loved catching up with his brother and sister, his nieces and nephews and the weekly visits from his friends turned family. He thoroughly looked forward to Sunday dinners at his daughter’s where he enjoyed watching sports, eating family favorites and watching his two great-granddaughters play. He held such a large part of his daughter’s heart and her children’s; the smile that he put on those little girl’s faces matched the smile they put on his. He will be missed by his daughter, Debbie (Bill); his grandchildren, Amanda (Jake) and Aaron (Natalie); his great- granddaughters, Brynn and Severine; his siblings, Tommy (Nancy) and Kathleen Poff (the late George) and many nieces, nephews, godchildren and friends.

In addition to his wife of nearly 70 years and his parents, Pat was preceded in death by his siblings, Dorothy, Samuel Earl (Jeannine), Carol Mae Dascaloff (Stanley), Peggy Miller (William), and many dear friends. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 9 at 11am at St. James’ Parish, 5757 Solomons Island Rd., Lothian, MD.

Take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Friday, May 17th from 5-9 PM and again on Saturday, May 18th from 10 AM-12 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory: 6160 Oxon Hill Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Burial will take place on Saturday, May 18th at 1:30 PM at National Harmony Memorial Park: 7101 Sheriff Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20785. 

Carol Ann Nuthall, 85, a resident of Edgewater, MD passed away on April 25, 2024.

Carol was born in Washington, DC to Harold A. and Grace Smith Minnick.  She was raised in Capitol Heights, MD and was a member of the 1956 graduating class of Suitland High School.  That same year, Carol married Melvin Nuthall and began a 40-year career with the Internal Revenue Service, working in various areas of Human Resources. The last 12 years of her IRS career were some of Carol’s favorite and most fulfilling, reporting directly to the Commissioner most of that time, and supporting over 200 executives.  She received four Commissioner’s Awards from four different Commissioners, each one recognizing Carol for going way beyond the expected level of service.  After her retirement in 1996, Carol stayed involved in the Association of Former Internal Revenue Executives (AFIRE) and was key in coordinating their annual conferences.  She maintained many close IRS friendships decades after her retirement.

It didn’t take Carol long to realize retired life was not for her.  In 1997, while running an errand in Edgewater, she saw vans unloading furniture at a funeral home that was preparing to open.  She walked in, introduced herself, asked if they were looking for help and, the next day, began her second career at the current Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, one that lasted more than 20 years.  During that time, Carol was the Edgewater location’s unofficial hostess, welcoming everyone who walked in the front door with her infectious smile and offering a shoulder and a hug to all those who needed it.  She also trained new support staff, providing encouragement and inspiration both as a mentor and a friend.

Carol was a dedicated, lifelong member of the First Christian Church in Upper Marlboro, MD where she served in many different positions. Along with her brother-in-law, David and sister, Peggy, she was key to relocating her childhood Church and founding the new building in 1972. She was an avid volunteer in the nursery and enjoyed educating children on the Word of God. 

Carol was passionate about providing and caring for her family. She was devoted to helping people and her community; dropping off meals for the sick, running errands for the homebound, visiting nursing homes and assisted living facilities or doing whatever she could to make life easier for others. She shared an unyielding faith in God, unconditional love, compassion, compelling character, strength, and an unending generosity. Most of all, she was adored by children as evidenced by the countless Grandparent/Special Friend Days she was invited to share. Witnessing the excitement in a child’s eye upon seeing Carol or getting one of her hugs was truly a special moment. Carol will be forever missed and remembered by the many lives she touched. 

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Grace; her husband, Melvin in 1995; her grandson, Justin in 1998 and her daughter, Sheryl Brittingham Sultz in 2006.  She is survived by her sister and best friend, Peggy Boggs and her husband, David; her son, Denny Nuthall, his wife, Jamie (née Brewster) and their children, Adam, Skylar and Colby; her pseudo-daughter (niece), Hunter Boggs Messineo, her husband, Chris and their daughter, Charlie; her granddaughter, Jennifer Usher and her children, Madeline, Gavin, Garrett and Quinn; and her grandson, Michael Brittingham and his wife, Trista (King). 

The family would like to extend their sincerest thanks to the staff at Brightview Edgewater who cared for Carol as one of their own family members and to Hospice of the Chesapeake for their support.

Friends are invited to celebrate Carol's life on Wednesday, May 1, from 10 am until her funeral service begins at noon at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Davidsonville, MD. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the First Christian Church at Brock Hall, 2400 Old Largo Rd., Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, or to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741. To make an online donation, please visit the link <a href="https://give.michaeljfox.org/give/567461/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_qexBhCoARIsAFgBleslDclayhADckbStI0KXPQV8-TC_E8tgj9idzffQNcN5DFHE5_VT8UaAjyaEALw_wcB#!/donation/checkout?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=mjffgeneral&utm_campaign=annualgiving_donationkeywords_us__search_google&c_src=smcidoc-a1bVL000000pKCn">HERE</a> 

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William Albert Kleeberg, Sr passed away of natural causes peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on April 25th, 2024.

Bill was born in Annapolis, Maryland on April 5, 1929, to Albert Kleeberg and Georgiana Flood Kleeberg.  He was always proud to say he grew up in Eastport.  In 1951 he married his High School sweetheart, Hazel Kathleen (Kay) Garner.  They were married over 32 years before her passing in 1983. He went on to spend nearly 40 years with his beloved partner and companion Lillian Peacock. 

Bill retired as postmaster of the Edgewater post office after 32 years of service in the USPS.  In retirement Bill and Lil enjoyed spending winters in Florida and summers at his home in Ocean City Maryland.

Bill was affectionately known as “Coach” to a whole generation of young men in the Annapolis community. He spent many hours coaching Little League baseball and football in his younger years with St. Mary's and the Elks.  

In addition to his partner Lillian Peacock, Bill is survived by his three daughters, Kathleen “Kathie” Sulick of Harness Creek, Annapolis and Patricia “Patty” Curry and Michelle Pumphrey (Dave) of Selby on the Bay, Edgewater.  Grandchildren:  Sandra Burnett (Larry), April Cole (Nick), Joseph “JJ” Sulick, Jenna Marquardt and four great grandchildren: Brendan and Emily Cantler and Bradley and Evie Cole.

In addition to his wife Kay, he is also predeceased by his son William Albert “Billy” Kleeberg, Jr. sisters:  Mary Kauffman and Margaret Asquith.

The family would like to thank the kind nurses and staff of Bayada Health and Hospice of Chesapeake.

Family and friends may call at Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd, Edgewater, on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, from 2:00-4:00PM and 6:00-8:00PM, where a memorial service will be held at 10:00AM on Thursday, May 2, 2024.  Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his honor may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122.

Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Mary M. Brezinski “Gram” of Suitland, MD, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at her home.

Mary was the beloved wife of the late Thaddeus M. Brezinski of 33 years; loving mother of Peggy Long of Temple Hills, MD, Molly Morris of Upper Marlboro, MD, Nancy Hughes of Prince Frederick, MD, Amy Hammett of Suitland, MD, the late Ann Brezinski of Suitland, MD, the late John Brezinski of Spokane, WA, and the late Michael Brezinski of Beltsville, MD; cherished sister of the late Stanley Namovicz of Takoma Park, MD, Robert Namovicz of Silver Spring, MD, Patricia Kopaz of Alexandria, VA, and Elizabeth “Betty” O’Hara of Wilkes Barre, PA. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

Mary loved being with her family, bowling, playing cards, and swimming. She also loved trying all kinds of different foods; mostly desserts. She will be dearly missed by all!

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Mary's life at St. Bernadine of Siena Catholic Church, 2400 Brooks Drive, Suitland, MD on Wednesday, May 1st from 10am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11am. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Bernadine of Siena Catholic Church in Suitland, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

Roger King Whetzel, 93, a two-year resident of Myrtle Beach, SC, and previously of Edgewater, MD, passed away on April 25, 2024, after a brief illness.

Born on October 19, 1930, to the late James Leslie Whetzel and Marion King Stewart, Roger was a proud graduate of Virginia Tech, earning a bachelor's degree. He served his country with honor as a Marine sergeant during the Korean War. Roger's career was marked by his commitment and hard work, holding various positions, including at Arlington National Cemetery, the Army Map Service, an installer with Haughton Elevator Company, a manager at Armor Elevator, owner of Atlantic States Elevator, Vice President of General Elevator, and as an independent elevator consultant in his retirement. He had a deep love for golf and was an avid reader, always eager to delve into any book he could get his hands on. His compassion was evident in his work with disabled children, a cause close to his heart.

In addition to his parents, Roger was preceded in death by an infant son, Roger King Whetzel, Jr.; two brothers, James E. and Jerry W. Whetzel; and a grandson, Kyle Whetzel. 

Roger is survived by his devoted wife of 67 years, Joan Basham Whetzel; three children, Jeff (Christie) Whetzel of Davidsonville, MD, Mike (Terri) Whetzel of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Lisa Whetzel of Laurel, MD; six grandchildren, Bret (Victoria) Whetzel of Davidsonville, MD, Keith (Marilyn) Whetzel of Annapolis, MD, Casey (James) Glotflety of Davidsonville, MD, Chad Beattie of Asheville, NC, Wesley Beattie of Laurel, MD, and Callie Beattie of New Jersey.; and six great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Roger's life on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 4 pm until service begins at 5:30 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. The interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

in lieu of Flowers, contributions may be made to the <a href="https://on-line.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donate.event&eventID=1126">Crohn's & Colitis Foundation</a>.

Please take a moment and leave a condolence for the family by using the memories tab on this page.

Kathleen Leahy passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024. Born Kathleen Julianne Dougherty on April 23, 1932, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Bill and Kathryn Dougherty, she was the eldest of three sisters. She was the valedictorian and class president of The Baltimore Catholic High School Class of 1950. Shortly after, she met her late husband, Ronald Leahy, graduated from the Bard Avon Business School, and began her career at Baltimore Gas and Electric. They married in 1956 and in 1969, they relocated their family of six to Annapolis, a home of which Kathleen never once tired.

Kathleen's great passion was her family, and she was a friend to nearly everyone she met. In her work in the guidance-athletic department of St. Mary's High School, she brought her wit and wisdom to every student she encountered. Her warm smile and hearty laugh permeated her 92 full years of life. In her final years, Kathleen was loved and cared for by many special friends and caregivers. Her family is incredibly grateful for Lori LaRussa, Jo Ann Edwards, and Dr. Matthew Malta.

Kathleen is survived by her beloved children Kathy Lyon (Ray), Ron Leahy Jr. (Ann), Maureen Aarons (Alan), and Bill Leahy (Jackie), sister Jeanne Fitzsimmons, nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and many cousins, nephews, and nieces.

 In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a sister, Claire McCardell.

Friends are invited to celebrate Kathleen's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, May 3 from 3 to 6 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD on Saturday, May 4 at 9 am. Interment Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens in Timonium, MD, at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">Hospice of the Chesapeake</a>, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122. 

Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

Rose Fama Rubino, of Springfield, VA, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at her home. Born on April 30, 1929 in Maryland Park, MD to the late Nunziato and Vincenza Fama, Rose was the beloved wife of the late Dominick N. Rubino; loving mother of Michael J. (Mary Jean) and Patricia A. Rubino and Nancy R. (Mike) Casey; sister of Grace Rinick and Nancy (Nick) Garito, also survived by 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Rose's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, May 3 from 4 to 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD on Saturday, May 4 at 10:30 am. Entombment at Resurrection Cemetery will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org). Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

Eileen Joan Albergo, 94, a resident of Annapolis, MD for sixty-three years, died on Tuesday, April 23 at her home. Born in Putnam, CT to the late Olin and Delia Hayes, Eileen was an accountant with the United States Naval Academy for most of her life. She was a member of various organizations including the Son’s of Italy, Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary, and Beta Sigma Phi (Perceptor, Alpha, Zeta). In addition to her parents, Eileen was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Michael Vincent Albergo, who died in 2014 and her son, Bruce Albergo. Eileen is survived by her children, Mark, Chris and Karen Albergo. Friends are invited to celebrate Eileen’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD on Thursday, May 2 at 10:30 am. Interment will follow at 1:45 pm at Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bello Machre, 7765 Freetown Rd., Glen Burnie, MD 21060. Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

Thomas Irvin Dillon Jr, 76, of Edgewater, MD, beloved husband of Hazel Dillon, completed his journey in life surrounded by his family on April 23, 2024, after a courageous battle with Leukemia.

Tom was born August 14, 1947, in Roanoke, VA, to Edna Vreda and Thomas Irvin Dillon Sr.

On June 2, 1972, Tom met the love of his life, Hazel Dillon, and they were married on June 22, 1972 (yes, just barely three weeks after meeting for the first time). Tom and Hazel had a one-of-a-kind love that inspired many for 52 years.

Tom and Hazel went on to have two children. Son, Thomas Dillon III, and spouse Kimberly Dillon, who gave him two grandsons, Brandon and Jacob. Daughter, Sindy Fletcher, and spouse, James Fletcher, who gave him one grandson, Cameron, and two granddaughters, Rachel (Spouse Kevin Reio) and Claudia, and two great-grandchildren, Hazel and Peyton (Children of Rachel and Kevin). Tom also leaves behind his sister, Yvonne Acton, as well as 32 nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces and nephews.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Edna and Thomas, a daughter, Tammy Michele, and five brothers, Clyde, Sammy, Mike, Gary, and Claude, and two sisters, Paulette and Judy.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Kiwanis Club-Mayo, 1133 Carrs Wharf Road, Edgewater, MD, on May 4, 2024. A short service will be held at 3 p.m., followed by a celebration and refreshments. Please come as you are; there is no need to dress up!

In lieu of Flowers, the family requests donations to <a href="https://gilchristcares.org/donate/">Gilchrist Hospice</a>, Attn: Philanthropy Department, 11311 McCormick Road, Suite 350, Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031. Their unwavering support and care ensured Tom's comfort in his last days, for which we are eternally grateful. 

Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

BETTY HERZOG HENDRIE, age 89, of Annapolis, Maryland, passed away on April 22, 2024, at Anne Arundel Medical Center after a brief illness.  Betty was born on October 24, 1934 to Robert Herzog and Madaline Sherbert Herzog. She is survived by her sister, (Mary) Jean Sanner of Gambrills, Maryland; her daughters, Donna Hendrie of Annapolis and Susan Kerin (Eugene) of Ocean Pines; her son, Stephen Hendrie (Marlene) of Arnold; a granddaughter, three grandsons, and one great-grandson. Interment will be private. An online guestbook is available by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Terry Lee Saari, 69, a longtime resident of Edgewater, MD, passed away at her home on April 21, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Anchorage, AK, on June 17, 1954, to the late Edward H. and Margaret V. Schmidt, Terry served as a restaurant manager for 35 years and later transitioned to a successful retail management career for eight years. Terry's love for life was evident in her many hobbies, including antiquing, baking, traveling, photography, music, and hosting holiday events. Above all, she cherished her time with family and her personal relationship with God.

Terry is survived by her loving husband of 20 years, Richard Saari. She was a devoted mother to five children, Davey Cook of Edgewater, MD, Michelle Rednagle of Sunderland, MD, Rebekah Catterton of Arnold, MD, Sarah Hesgard of Fleming Island, FL, and Emily Strickler of Crofton, MD. She was a beloved sister to James Schmidt and Peggy Allen, both of Grasonville, MD. Terry was also a proud grandmother to six grandchildren, Brayden and Easton Rednagle, Dustin 'DJ' and Dominic Hesgard, Camrin Catterton, and Jack Berger.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Terry's life on Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 10 am until her funeral service begins at 11 am at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will immediately follow the service at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD, and a party with food and drinks will be held at 2:30 pm at the family home.

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DONALD EDWARD DAILY (AGE 89) passed away on Saturday, April 20,2024 at
August Healthcare at Leewood, Annandale VA. He was the beloved son of the late Seward Wells Daily and Gertrude (Card) Daily: loving companion Pat Seward; brothers Seward Russell Daily (Beverly Bankston) and Alan W. Daily (Amy) and sister the late Joanne Horton (Roger). He is also survived by niece Larissa (Daily) Winkler and nephews Norman E. and Gordon R. Daily and nephews Matthew R. and Mitchell A. Horton.

 

Donald was born in Wellsville NY on Jan 24, 1935 and grew up in Genesee PA. He graduated from High School from Valley Forge Military Academy in 1953. He served 3 years in the Air Force. He graduated in 1961 from Louisiana Polytechnic Institute with a BS degree in mathematics.  He was employed at the Army Map Service where he worked over 35 years as a cartographer including a 7-year assignment in Panama. His persistence and perseverance allowed him to excel in his field. 

 

He played in a senior softball league. He was an avid bowler and attended the USBC Open Championship for 48 years. He and Pat enjoyed these tournaments together. He loved traveling with Pat and ballroom dancing. His favorite dance was the Argentine tango. He loved ice cream and popcorn.



Relatives and friends are invited to Don's Life Celebration memorial gathering on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 12:30 p.m. until the start of the memorial service at 1:30 p.m. at KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment private at a later date. 

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 1:30 - 2 PM, followed by a memorial service at 2 PM, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745.


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Teresita Samoy passed away peacefully on April 19, 2024. "Tessie", a retired registered nurse, lived a full life of 83 years working her way through nursing programs in  Philadelphia and Chicago before taking permanent residence in the Washington DC area. Tessie and her husband, Abe Samoy, Sr. made Fort Washington their home and raised their three sons...her three musketeers. Tessie enjoyed her gardening, both indoors and out. Tessie was an active member of the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA) and served several terms as their  "greatest" treasurer. Tessie and Abe were active parishioners of St. Columba Church and members of various church organizations, especially the Spirit of the Living God Charismatic group. She loved the PNA and the St. Columba community and was happily involved in many fundraising events for the church and PNA. Tessie is survived by her three dynamic and charming sons, John, Den, and Stef along with Lee Ann, Vida, Emily, 10 grandkids (Amanda, Christian, Tyler, Brandon, Justin, Jessica, Michael, Stephanie, Ariana and Donovan), close family, extended family and friends. Tessie is now back in the loving care of her husband as they now begin their next lives together with their grandson Devan in their arms.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Friday, May 3rd from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, May 4th at 10:30 AM at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745. 

Carl Dean Warner was born on March 2, 1944 at home on his family dairy farm where he was also raised in Wheaton, Missouri (a rural farm town in the southwestern part of the state) to Gerald and Lorene Warner.  He attended the Wheaton School System from childhood through high school.  Carl was very active in sports and the Future Farmers of America (FFA).

Carl was so busy with FFA projects and making money to prepare for college, he had to concentrate on one sport only; basketball was his choice.  He excelled in basketball his senior year of high school, where he was also the captain of the team.  He averaged 18 points per game and shot 64% from the field.  Carl was also the student body president of Wheaton High School in his senior year.  

Carl’s parents taught him thriftiness, an extremely hard work ethic, and saving money for college and life.  This was manifested in the fact that Carl was extremely proud of a rare accomplishment for such a young man - the fact that he had most of his college paid for with his hard earned savings before he even started college!  Carl had breeder sows which produced feeder pigs that he fattened and successfully marketed. Carl liked to quote that pigs put him through college!  And this most special work ethic and perspective followed him for the rest of his life!

Because of his Dad’s severe rheumatoid arthritis, Carl had to find a college closer to home so he could help his father on the farm on the weekends.  Carl attended SW Missouri State (SMS), now called Missouri State University and majored in agricultural economics and minored in business and science.

Carl always wanted to fly!  

He spent a lot of  time on John Deere tractors growing up, out in the field, and looking up in the sky.  He always felt, “It’s got to be better up there!”  B36 planes used to have a low level route over the farm.  You could hear them coming for miles - feeling them, and experiencing the rattling of all the windows in the farm house.  And boy, this was quite a profound experience!  Carl would always run out and wave at them as they passed.  And one special time, he even saw the co-pilot wave back!

Later when his older friend became an Air Force Fighter pilot, Carl knew that this is what he wanted to do!  Carl joined the US Navy Aviation Officer Candidate School (AOCS) after he graduated from college in 1967.  Luckily, he passed all physicals and tests and reported to Pensacola, Florida for AOCS in April 1967.

AOCS was very physically demanding and was run by Marine Corps Drill Instructors (DI’s).  Carl managed to stay out of trouble with the DI and graduated number two in his class.  He was commissioned on July 14, 1967.  He was then assigned to Saufley Field for Primary Flight Training.  He had no previous flight experience but was able to finish Saufley with good grades, yet at this time was unable to quality for Jets.  

Carl was heartbroken!  He really wanted to fly Jets!  He was very disappointed that he did not get Fighters for his first orders.  But he decided to apply himself at PROP Basic Training because there was still one more chance to get Jets.  In true Carl fashion with a proactive and positive attitude, always visualizing the most beneficial outcomes, he worked and studied very hard.  Carl graduated at the top of his class, including (CARQAL) - Carrier Qualification.  Making the absolute best of any negative or disappointing situation is a theme which carries Carl throughout his life.  

The Navy then assigned him to Advanced Pilot Training at Corpus Christi, Texas.  When he first arrived there, he applied for Jets.  After comprehensive reviews and interviews, he was approved for Jets at Beeville, Texas, flying the TF9 Cougar.  Carl used to joke that the F9 did not have an Afterburner, but at least it was Jets!  Yet Carl easily made this transition to Jets and has always said that flying the T28 made him a much better pilot!  Carl graduated from Advanced Pilot Training at the top of his class and got to wear his Wings of Gold in October 1968.  Because of his high grades and always being at the top of his class, Carl was recognized as a “Distinguished Naval Graduate of Pilot Training.” 

His initial orders after receiving his wings were to VF-24 as a SERGRAD.  He was picked for this job to work in operations as a schedule writer - the best job in the squadron!  Carl wanted to use this 14 month assignment to build his flying experience in all aspects of flight operation.  And during this assignment, he accumulated almost 600 hours in the F9.  This qualified him to instruct in all facets of the training syllabus.  Carl finished this assignment in January of 1970 and received orders to report to VF-124 at NAS Miramar - Fightertown USA - to fly F8 Crusaders.

Since the F8 squadrons had been reduced in numbers severely, there was stiff competition in the F8 RAG to win a fleet seat.  Carl excelled through the RAG with his top of the class proficiency in the flight syllabus and won his fleet seat with orders to VF-24 in the Summer of 1971.  VF-24 was attached to the aircraft carrier - the USS Hancock CV19.  The USS Hancock and its air wing were deployed to Vietnam in January 1972.  This was good timing because Carl’s only child  -  Jeffrey Carl Warner - was born in late December 1971.  

Carl returned from this combat cruise in early October 1972.  That Fall, he attended The Naval Safety Officer Course in Monterey, CA.  He was completing work ups and getting ready for the next cruise when an enticing job became available.  The XO highly recommended that he apply for a Flag Lieutenant and Aide job.  Carl interviewed and was accepted for this position by RADM Donald C Davis (The Carrier Group One) at NAS North Island and the USS Kitty Hawk.  

The Carrier Group One was embarked in the USS Kitty Hawk for an eight month cruise in the Western Pacific and Indian Oceans - Carl’s second long cruise after the USS Hancock.  While assigned to the VF-24, Carl served as a legal officer, public affairs officer, and safety officer with his collateral duties.  He departed VF-24 in March 1973.  Even though it was not flying, Carl really enjoyed this Aide position because he had two, really fantastic and influential bosses - RADM Davis and RADM “Gus” Kinnear, both of whom later made 4 Star.  

One of the highlights of his Aide position was preparing for a luncheon for the Shah of Iran, ADM Thomas Moore - Chairman JCS - and many other senior officials.  Carl was in charge of the flag mess which was responsible for this important luncheon.  This was an extremely high pressure responsibility and experience, most especially in dealing with the dichotomy of the Iranian culture and the American military dynamic.  After this successful luncheon, the air wing performed an air power demonstration for the Shah.  

RADM Davis got promoted early on and was replaced by RADM “Gus” Kinnear - an avid and accomplished tennis player - who had much influence on Carl both professionally in the military and as a sincere friend.  RADM Davis had recommended that Carl become an instructor in the new F14 RAG, VF-124.  And then RADM Kinnear recommended Carl transfer after 18 months as an Aide, “To get back in the cockpit!” - his exact words.  So Carl transferred to VF-124 in October 1974.  Carl completed F14 ground school in September 1974 and flew his first hop in early January 1975.  He was a F14 instructor, training fleet replacement pilots until October 1976.  Furthermore, Carl was dual qualified in the A4 as an adversary pilot.  

When Iran purchased the F14 from the United States, part of the purchase agreement included a small cadre team from the RAG instructors.  At the time, it felt like an unfortunate career path for Carl, but he was already next to rotate and was selected for the TAFT Iran (Technical Assistance Field Team).  He reluctantly accepted the order and reported to Iran in November 1976.  But the tour turned out to be much better than expected for Carl, because he turned lemons into lemonade when he met his future wife - Marla.  Carl also consistently had the belief that if one does a good job, things will always work out for the best.  In fact, his life was based on the important concept!

Training the Iranians was a most interesting experience!  Most of the pilots were from wealthy families and very well educated in Europe and the United States.  We used to jokingly call them, “The Most Exclusive Flying Club in the World!”  Because of their background, they had practically zero mechanized experiences which created a much more challenging training process than US pilots who grew up on bicycles, tractors, and doing other activities requiring hand/eye coordination.  They spoke perfect English until an emergency situation developed; then they would immediately revert back to Farsi as if English was never in their vocabulary.  

Part of the agreement with Carl’s orders to Iran was that Carl got his choice of fleet squadrons at Miramar upon his return to the US at the end of his Iranian one year tour, in November 1977.  Carl chose VF-211.  He was most fortunate with this timing because the Shah was overturned about one year later.  Carl then went through refresher training at VF-124 and reported to VF-211 in June 1978.  Carl’s time of over eleven hundred hours in the F14A was truly significant!  His flying buddies affectionally called him “Carlos” with the call sign - “Flash”.   

Carl made two - 8 month cruises to the Western Pacific and Indian Oceans in VF-211 on the USS Constellation.  On the 1980 cruise, the Connie spent 110 straight days in the Indian Ocean and also served as Quality Assurance Administrative and Operations Officer.  Carl and Marla had just gotten married in the beginning of the 1980 cruise.  The constant separation and recent marriage convinced Carl to pursue a subspecialty in Intelligence to give new stability to his recent marriage.  He then received orders to the NSA and reported there in February 1981.  He was assigned to an office that performed very interesting work in Operations Security (OPSCC).  Carl worked on providing OPSCC Surveys for many strategic and tactical operations involving high levels of government interest.  

While at the NSA, Carl was chosen for a JCS Black Program.  He spent 5 years working for the JCS while performing his duties at the NSA.  This task involved extensive travel to Europe providing security for the highest level strategic program.  At the end of this tour, he spent another year assigned to their OPSCC program.  Carl retired from active duty on August 1, 1991.  After retirement, Carl did consulting work for many NSA programs.

Sadly, Marla passed away unexpectedly in February 2020, which was a real shock to everyone.  Her heart condition and diabetes were worse than any of her friends truly understood.  But Carl always had a most positive, pro-active attitude even in the depths of deepest despair which carried him through this most difficult time!  Life is short, and he knew this!  Thus he remarried soon after Marla’s passing.  He always took adversity and turned it into the most positive outcome.

Carl married  - Angel - a friend of Marla’s who she met at the NSA in 2008.  Carl and Marla would often come visit Angel’s alpaca farm - Villa de Alpacas at Historic Villa de Sales in Aquasco, MD.  Angel always considered it an honor for the both of them to attend her Open Houses many times a year and truly loved Marla who also shared a profound love of dogs and many other interests.  Carl and Angel emailed each other for many years, just about every day, after Marla introduced them, sharing medical information and ideas about vitamin supplements and the importance of diet.  They took classes and seminars together at the PA Bowen Farmstead (a neighbor of Angel’s) owned by Sally Fallon Morell - a world renowned nutritionist - who started the Weston A Price Foundation.  

Unfortunately, Carl started coughing up blood in early Spring of 2021.  Angel was always by his side as this medical odyssey of lung cancer unfolded (Carl had never smoked, either, which seemed so particularly unfair.)  Carl needed surgery to remove the lower lobe of his left lung in May 2021.  Carl was determined to overcome this problem.  In fact, the day after surgery, Carl and Angel walked over a mile in the hospital together.  Carl and Angel had so much to look forward to accomplishing together!  They were excited to travel to Angel’s property on Miami Beach and also to Nerja, Spain, where Angel had also owned property for many years, along with spending special time at the farm.  Farm life had a special place in his heart as well!  And Carl was excited about taking Angel back to San Diego to visit family and friends, along with attending Tail Hook and F-14 events.	

Carl’s excellent surgeon thought that he had gotten it all.  But sadly, as time would unveil, Carl’s lung cancer would metastasize.  Carl and Angel spent over 2 years fighting this terrible disease together with regular chemo, directed chemo, and immunotherapy treatments.  His oncologist said that Carl’s type of cancer had no cure and that he would be on some type of treatment for the rest of his life.  But Angel liked to use the term, 
“a management issue” instead.  Life is a terminal condition, no matter how you look at it.  But you can choose a positive attitude.  Happiness is a choice!  

Travel was no longer an option, but this wasn’t all that bad, as they were together which was the most important!  With a compromised immune system, Angel did everything for Carl.  And when things get tough, this is when we all learn what is truly important in life!  And Carl was never a complainer.  He didn’t want his friends to treat him as a “sick person”, as in Angel’s and Carl’s minds, he was NOT - only considerably blessed with a grateful mindset.

Carl’s direct words were, which he wrote to his son, Jeff, on April 8th - 9 days before he passed, “I want everyone who is important to me to know what wonderful care Angel has provided me!  She is totally devoted to my needs and wellbeing.  I would not be here without her.  I am so fortunate and grateful to have her as my partner in these difficult times.  She is absolutely wonderful and totally devoted to me.  One of Angel’s special friends - Dana Russell - a well known oncology nurse practitioner in Southern Maryland - told me very early in our relationship that Angel was the Real Deal!  I already knew this about Angel, but boy was she ever correct!”  

An important person to both Carl and Angel was Stacy Lancaster - Carl’s neighbor in Annapolis.  Stacy helped to provide invaluable support to Carl after Marla’s death, which meant a tremendous amount to both Carl and Angel.  And she is also very personally important to Angel, as Stacy has become one of her very closest friends as well.  In fact, Stacy provided the most beautiful venue at her home for Carl and Angel’s wedding.  And Stacy was Carl’s “Best Man!”  Carl and Angel spoke to Stacy every morning during her drive to work, including the day Carl passed.  Even though Carl was unable to speak words loud enough for phone conversation, Angel would put the phone “on speaker” so he could hear everything and make comments that Angel could convey to Stacy in their daily conversations.  Angel will continue this important way to start the day out “right”.  There is no doubt that Carl will be a part of this most positive morning ritual “in spirit” always!

Another most important addition to Carl and Angel’s wedding was Peter Stoll.  Peter knew Carl on a most personal basis, better than anyone else.  Carl was a very private person, but he shared a lot with Peter.  They met in the F-14 RAG after his Iran tour when Peter was fresh out of Navair in DC.  Peter and Carl were both assigned to VF-211.  This worked out very well for both of them as they were best friends and roommates on the Constellation cruise.  Since Peter had the first room pick, being senior to all but the CO/XO, Carl and Peter got the very best room together, near the catwalk for easy bottle disposal and steps away from the mid-rats galley (kitchen).  There was nobody between them and the best creature comforts of the carrier, and they sure made the best of it!  Plus the time they shared brought them much closer together, and they lamented about everything during their “happy hour.”  Thus Carl wanted Peter to be an important part of his wedding to Angel, making him the “officiant,” which Peter believed was the ultimate honor - to perform their ceremony.   Peter strongly believed, along with many of Carl’s closest friends, that Angel was a gift to Carl from Marla due to divine intervention.  Peter’s direct words, “With Angel at his side, I have never seen Carl so happy and content with their lives together.  Over the following three years, they were always side by side, deeply in love, to the last minutes of Carl’s wonderful life.”

Carl passed away at home on April 17th.  He took his last breaths around 4pm.  Angel was at his side, holding his hand, and Sweetie Bug - Angel’s 20 year old dog was in his lap.  Pipper - Carl’s dog - who became more of Angel’s dog after Marla’s passing - was under his feet.  Interestingly, Sweetie Bug - a Maltese and Shihtzu mix - had truly become Carl’s dog (not Angel’s) when he moved to Annapolis from the farm.  They were truly inseparable as well.

Carl had many other important words to share,  “I want to make everyone aware and to advise them to always express how they feel to their loved ones.  DO NOT HESITATE to tell the ones that matter how important they are and how much they love them EVERY TIME THEY SEE THEM.  Please do not wait, because we know how quickly and unexpectedly life can end.”  Angel is very grateful that she was the recipient of this wonderful attitude, as this is what her mother taught her.  And Marla taught this to Carl!
	
Carl will be interred at Arlington at a later date. Please check back for updates.

Memorial donations may be made in Carl's name to <a href="https://support.bestfriends.org/site/SPageServer/?pagename=memorial_gift">Best Friends Animal Sanctuary</a>, 5001 Angel Canyon Rd, Kanab, UT 84741.

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David Howell Stewart, 82, of Edgewater, MD, passed away on April 18, 2024. He was not just a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, but a unique individual with a kind, generous, and loving nature. His intelligence, sharp sense of humor, and often silly demeanor were the hallmarks of his personality, making him a joy to be around.

Born on January 4, 1942, in Takoma Park, MD, David grew up to be a remarkable individual. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1962 to 1966, qualifying as a sharpshooter and receiving the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and the Army of Occupation Medal for his service in Berlin.

David dedicated 30 years of his life, from 1981 to 2011, to the Prince George's County Department of Social Services. He excelled as a CPS Supervisor and Acting Bureau Chief, positively impacting the lives of many in the community.

Outside of his professional life, David had a wide range of hobbies, including woodworking, gardening, reading, camping, bicycling, participating in half marathons, and volunteering with animal charities. He was also known to be a mischievous raconteur. 

David is survived by his wife of 43 years, Crystal Stewart; his daughter, Andrea Stewart (Lucas Page) of Edgewater, MD; his son, Jason Stewart (Lisa Gimbert) of Pasa Robles, CA; his best friend, David North; his sister-in-law Teresa Thomas; and many beloved friends and pets. He is preceded in death by his father, Howell Stewart, his mother, Margaret Stewart, and his daughter, Victoria Stewart.

David's life will be celebrated at a service at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis, MD, in the White Oak Pavilion on July 7 from 1:00-4:00. The family wishes a welcome to all that knew our David to attend. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the <a href="https://www.cvfc3.com/about-us/donate">Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Department</a>, 5052 Deep Hole Rd., Chincoteague VA 23336 or <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=NTTZBC922D622&sdkMeta=eyJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wYXlwYWxvYmplY3RzLmNvbS9kb25hdGUvc2RrL2RvbmF0ZS1zZGsuanMiLCJhdHRycyI6eyJkYXRhLXVpZCI6IjdmNzE4NThiZWNfbXRpNm1qZzZuZHkifX0&targetMeta=eyJ6b2lkVmVyc2lvbiI6IjlfMF81OCIsInRhcmdldCI6IkRPTkFURSIsInNka1ZlcnNpb24iOiIwLjguMCJ9">The Friends of San Diego Wildlife Refuges</a>

David Howell Stewart will be deeply missed by all who knew him. 

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