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Charlotte Vigneault, beloved wife of Marcel, passed away at their home in Fort Washington, MD on Thursday, April 9, 2020. She passed with family at her side. She was born in Hartford, CT to the late Charles and Leota Caron. Charlotte was a devoted mother and grandmother and is survived by her husband Marcel L. Vigneault; her children Denise Hayward, Michelle (Kirk) Weeks, Gisele (Walter) Raley, Danielle (Michael) Davis, and Joseph Vigneault; and her sister Elaine Lessard. She was also survived by her ten grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be offered for her at St. Mary's Catholic Church of Piscataway, Clinton, MD. Interment will take place at at Arlington National Cemetery on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at 11 a.m. As of now the service is limited to the family but please check back daily for updated information. 
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On Tuesday, April 7, 2020, Clifford C. Robson, Jr., age 59, passed away at his residence in Fort Washington, MD. He was born on August 25, 1960 in Erie, PA to the late Clifford C. Robson, Sr and Charlotte Robson. He graduated from High School and enlisted in the US Navy. He retired from the Navy as a Petty Officer. 

He is survived by his wife, Nora Robson and his two daughters, Kara and Abigail Robson. He is also survived by his six brothers and sisters and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.


Funeral arrangements are incomplete due to the wait time at Arlington National Cemetery, updated information will be posted when available, please check back.



Lyndon Glenn Rohrbaugh, “Lynn”, a 21-year resident of the Heritage Harbour community in Annapolis, MD and previously of New Carrollton, MD, died at his home on April 7, 2020 following a stroke.  

Born September 10, 1931 in Glen Rock, PA to the late Paul B. and Mabel K. Rohrbaugh, he achieved a Master of Accounting degree.  Lynn worked as an auditor for the U.S. Government.  He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Annapolis and the Sons of the American Legion.  Lynn enjoyed gardening, duckpin bowling, and watching the Washington Redskins. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Gordon, Paul, and Harold Rohrbaugh, and Thelma Miller.  Lynn is survived by his beloved wife of 65-years, Betty Jean Rohrbaugh; three children, Hugh Scott Rohrbaugh of Annapolis, MD, Kathy J. Kim of Germantown, MD, and Linda L. Conover of Glenwood, MD; six grandchildren, Christopher and Corinne Conover, Melissa Abate, Stephanie, Michelle, and Amanda Kim.  

Memorial donations may be made to your favorite charity or Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.  Online guestbook available at:
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Wallace Lane "Wally" Treiber, 89, a resident of Harwood, MD for sixty-one years, died of Parkinson's disease complicated by pneumonia on Monday, April 6 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. Born on September 27, 1930 in Hebron, ND to the late John and Erma Treiber, Wally graduated from Hebron High School in 1949 and from North Dakota State University in 1954, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural engineering. He was a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force stationed at Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, DC for two years. From 1956 to 1987 he was a Computer Engineer for the National Security Agency at Ft. Meade, MD, where he worked on the first computers capable of breaking encoded messages. He and his wife purchased a 100-acre tobacco farm in Harwood, MD and raised  black angus cows, horses and other livestock. He also grew corn, hay, and soybeans. He worked the farm for 61 years where he raised his four daughters. Wally was dedicated to his community and volunteered his time with the Anne Arundel County Ruritan Club, the South County Concert Association, the Annapolis International Club and other organizations. In his spare time, he enjoyed welcoming friends, family and neighbors to his farm for social gatherings. Wally was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 55 years, Carol Treiber in 2011. He is survived by his daughters, Diane Treiber of Friendship, MD, Carol Ann (Mark) Stauder of Liberty, SC, Darlene Treiber Bryant of Harwood, MD and Marie (Jeff Denny) Treiber of Chestertown, MD; his brother, Duane Treiber of Surprise, AZ and his grandchildren, Douglas and Patrick Bryant, Elizabeth Stauder and Emily Treiber. Due to the corona virus restrictions, funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Br. Leonard Konopka
August 8, 1933 – April 5, 2020

Brother Leonard Konopka, MIC, a religious brother in the Congregation of Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the Most B.V.M. passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at the Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence in Washington, DC. He was 86.

Born on August 8, 1933 in Detroit, MI, Br. Leonard was the youngest of seven children, of whom four became priests or religious.

He entered the Marian novitiate in 1951 and made final vows in 1958. During that time, he helped with the construction of the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA by carving some of the decorative wood pieces.

He was a professed religious for 67 years and spent about 45 of those years in the Washington, DC area. He served the community in many different capacities, including provincial councilor, member of the provincial formation committee, and superior of the Stockbridge and Brookeville houses, as well as treasurer and procurator (shopper) in the various communities in which he lived. 

In the late 1970s, he helped found the Mother of Mercy Prayer Group at the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy, which continues to gather to the present day. He was also the cofounder of the Marian Home of Prayer, located at our former novitiate in Brookeville, MD and on Oakview Terrace in Washington, DC. The Home of Prayer provided spiritual healing and retreats, which served many people from around the country.

He greatly cared for his confreres and for the many friends of the community, and he helped provide for the upkeep of the Divine Mercy Chapel in Brookeville, MD and the house chapel in Washington, DC.

Always ready with a smile and a humorous line, Br. Leonard was like a brother to all. He loved classical music, swimming and sharing meals with families and friends.

Br. Leonard was also an extraordinary promoter of the message of the Divine Mercy. Since around the year 2000, Br. Leonard organized the annual Divine Mercy Sunday celebration at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC. He also established a regular Sunday Mass and the praying of the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy at the (then) John Paul II Cultural Center (now the Saint John Paul II National Shrine). 

He once shared that what drew him to become a religious brother in the Marians of the Immaculate Conception was the desire to serve others the way Christ did. “Service is what I came here for, to be like our Lord. I came not to be served but to serve. Everything else is insignificant and passes away or falls apart; but [when it comes to] serving … there’s always a need.” Reflecting on his role as the shopper for the Washington house, he added, “It’s bigger than [merely] buying food. That’s not the end [goal]. Buying food is the means by which you serve the Church.” Over the years, his particular responsibilities would come and go. “The Home of Prayer ended, the novitiate [in Brookeville] closed. But what kept me going was knowing that I was serving Christ through it all.”

In his later years, Br. Leonard faithfully spent a holy hour every evening before the Lord. Earlier in his life, he says, he might have occasionally spent 1.5 or even 2 hours watching TV or a movie. Then, at a certain point, he sensed the Lord asking him, “If you can spend two hours watching a movie, why not spend one hour with me?” From that point onward, he was always faithful to his holy hour and to meditating on the Word of God.

Br. Leonard was a gifted pastoral councilor and spiritual director. Frequently, he would be surprised by the inspirations that the Lord would put on his heart while directing souls. He once said with a sense of wonder, “People show up” for spiritual direction, and helpful words ”come out of my mouth.” He attributed this as a gift from the Lord and also to the time that he spent before the Blessed Sacrament.

Br. Leonard was predeceased by his parents, Anthony and Stefanie (Ostafin) Konopka, his brothers Fr. Edward, Benjamin and Joseph, and his sisters Helen Saunders, and Sr. Edwardine. His sister Sr. Josetta is still living in Ohio. He has ten nieces and nephews, sixteen great-nieces and great-nephews, one great-great-niece and one great-great-nephew.

He was much loved by his family, who enjoyed spending time with him whenever he would visit them in Florida or Detroit. Many friends from different parts of the country, but especially from the Washington, DC area, will greatly miss his spirit of loving service and his sense of humor. And the members of his religious community recall with great fondness his Saturday-morning eggs, his love for the Washington Redskins and how he would describe any tasty food as “deadly!” or even “double deadly!”

Despite having been in and out of hospitals and a rehab facility for nearly two months, he was able to be transferred a few days before he expired to the Little Sisters’ Residence. There he received the anointing of the sick and, on the day he passed, Holy Communion.

Due to the coronavirus, the funeral Mass and burial at the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA will be held privately, but the Marians look forward to celebrating a public memorial service when social distancing restrictions are lifted.

May Br. Leonard’s soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.









Susan Jane Kidwell, a 53-year resident of Edgewater, MD, died on April 3, 2020, at Anne Arundel Medical Center following a 20 year battle with cancer.  She was 81.
Born September 28, 1938, in Midland, MD to the late Raymond and Audrell Bampton, she received her Masters of Education degree from Frostburg State University.  Susan worked as a teacher for 32 years in Alleghany and Anne Arundel Counties, teaching 3rd grade at Rolling Knolls and Edgewater Elementary Schools. She taught multiple generations and made significant impact on the children in her community.  Oftentimes, Susan was approached by former students and parents that commented on what a profound influence she made in their family’s lives.  Susan was very social and was a longtime member of Davidsonville United Methodist Church, Galesville Red Hat Society, and Lions Club International. She enjoyed reading, sewing, and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandson.
In addition to her parents, Susan was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Bampton Houston.
Susan is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, William Joseph Kidwell; two children, Billie Sue (Michael) Aisquith of Riva, MD and Jeffrey (Robin) Kidwell of West River, MD; four grandchildren, Katherine Meadows, Joshua Kidwell, Sara Meadows, and Anya Locy; and a great-grandson, Wyatt Joseph Meadows.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences and tributes may be made by using the link on this page.  

Paschal (Pat) Rogers, 89 years old, of Annapolis, MD, passed away on April 3, 2020, at home with his loving wife of 68 years by his side.  He was born on September 1, 1930, in Washington, D.C., to the late John Tartaglia and Kathleen Fiore Rogers.   
Pat was an avid and award-winning radio-controlled airplane enthusiast.  He enjoyed a long career working in the car sales industry in Glen Burnie, MD, where he lived and raised his family until 1989. He retired to Florida and lived there for 27 years.  
Pat is survived by his wife Virginia Rogers, sons: Douglas Rogers (Sharon) of Elkton, MD, Bryan Rogers (Christine), Dana Point, CA; grandchildren: Alisha McKay, Justin Rogers (Cari), Shannon Hourihan (Ryan), Sean Rogers, Brandon Rogers, Kennedy Rogers, Jack Rogers; greatgrandchildren: Nora and Isla Hourihan, sister: Mary Wiley and many nieces and nephews.  He held a special place in his heart for Robyn Fortunato, Kenneth and Laura Holt.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

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Kathleen A. Overton (nee Freeman), age 60 of Arnold MD, was welcomed in Heaven Thursday April 2, 2020, after an 11-year battle with cancer.  She passed while at her home with her loving family. 
Kathleen was a follower of Jesus Christ, and she portrayed His perfect love to everyone she met.  Her loving spirit and gentle demeanor brought hope and joy to friends and strangers alike. We can rejoice in knowing that she is healthy and thriving in her eternal home.
Born in Nampa, ID, she was the daughter of the late Judy Kirschner of Portland, OR; William Freeman, and stepmother Connie Freeman (nee Whittet) of Nampa, ID. 
In addition to her beloved husband Mark of 27 years, Kathleen is survived by her devoted children: Janice K. Whitson (nee Kegley) of Taos, NM, Elizabethe Overton & Matthew Overton of Arnold MD, and grandchildren Lucas Whitson & Lara Whitson. Her treasured siblings are Todd Freeman of Portland, OR, Jenifer King (nee Freeman) of Warr Acres, OK, Sarah King (nee Freeman) of Midland, MI, and Megan Kennedy (nee Freeman) of Nampa, ID.  Kathleen is loved by many nieces & nephews. 
Kathleen was an active member of the Broadneck Evangelical Presbyterian (BEP) church in Arnold, MD, and faithfully volunteered there as a nursery care giver, office assistant, event planner, Sunday School Teacher and organizer of the needlecraft group which met there on a monthly basis until her illness. She also served on the annual Winter Relief leadership team at BEP, a program in which churches provide temporary housing for homeless people during the winter months.  Kathleen was a regular participant in the Women’s Ministry Bible Studies at BEP. 
A key highlight in her spiritual life, was spending two years with her husband as residents of Bethlehem, the place of Christs’ birth. During that time, Kathleen worked as an executive assistant at the Institute of Holy Land Studies, and built impactful relationships with a group of De La Salle Brothers.  While her attractive personality alone captured the Brothers hearts, Kathleen’s creative cooking skills iced the cake.  The Overton’s adventures while living in the Holy Land, changed Kathleen’s life, and many years later, she continued to tell of how she saw God’s Word come to life while there. 
A gifted painter, seamstress, organizer, and photographer, Kathleen’s talents were not limited to the arts.  She adored nature, gardening and combing beaches for ocean treasures.  She thrived on loving people and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with them.  She always seemed to find strangers with whom she would engage in heartfelt conversations, and leave them smiling. But most of all, Kathleen adored her children and considered them to be God’s greatest blessing to her life.  Her amazing spirit lives on now through Janice, Elizabethe & Matthew and the generations that follow. 
Friends and family will be invited to a continued celebration of Kathleen’s life, at a later date.

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Gerard Paul Manley, "Jerry", 58, a resident of Huntingtown, MD for eighteen years and previously of Bowie and Cheverly, MD, died on Tuesday, March 31 in Prince Frederick, MD. Born on September 4, 1961 in Washington, DC to the late Harry and Laurie Manley, Jerry was a graduate of the University of Maryland. He retired as a Sergeant from the P.G. County Police Department where he served for 33 years. Jerry was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church, the Mickey Steele Foundation, the Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge and Children's National Medical Center Foundations. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, father-in-law, granddad, brother, son, and friend. Jerry had the most generous heart, always looking out for others and helping everyone in any and every way!  He had an infectious sense of humor, always making everyone smile.  His love of sports, golf, the beach, and of course Bud Lite, made for many, many, many beautiful memories with friends and family that will always be treasured. Loving his family beyond measure, he was their rock, their everything and he will be missed in an unimaginable way.  Jerry is survived by his wife of 33 years, Valerie Sue Manley; his children, Ryan P. (Gladys) and Taylor M. (Hailey) Manley both of Los Angeles, CA, Brittany (Thomas) O'Brien of Waterford, Ireland, Alissa (Trey) Manley of Huntingtown, MD and Krystyn Mitchell of Long Beach, CA and his siblings, Bill, Michael and Harry Manley, Mary McCarthy and Theresa Carruthers. Due to the corona virus situation funeral services will be postponed to a safer time. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Special Olympics of MD, ATTN: Upper Shore Program, 3701 Commerce Dr., #103, Baltimore, MD 21227.

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Joan Parks Donovan, 88, passed away peacefully on March 31 at home surrounded by love. Born on February 25, 1932 in North East, PA to the late Marion and Raymond Parks, Joan graduated from North East High School in 1950, attended Grove City College and completed her education at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH in 1955 where she received a BS degree in nursing.  After graduation she worked as a Visiting Nurse in the Cleveland medical system for three years until she met her future husband at a friend’s wedding.  In 1958 Joan married Daniel E. Donovan of Hershey, PA, a Naval Officer serving on a submarine based in New London, CT. They traveled and moved frequently during Dan’s 28-year naval career until he retired in 1985 and they settled in the Gingerville Community in Edgewater, MD.  In 2016 Joan and Dan re-located to the BayWoods Retirement Community in Annapolis, MD. Joan loved her family and friends, visits with her grandchildren, antiques, flower gardens, music and sports.  She was active in Garden Club events and a devoted member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, Dan; her three children; Capt. Daniel G. (Janet) Donovan, USN, Ret. of Camp Hill, PA; Patrick E. (Jody) Donovan of Panama City Beach, FL.; Elizabeth D. (Keith) Sappington of Riva, MD; her sister Janet (Jack) Hetherington of Phoenix, AZ; her eight grandchildren; Kate (Steven) McCord, Jackie (Kyle) Sullivan, Bridget, Molly, Meredith and Mia Grace Donovan, Anna and James Sappington; and her niece, Carrie (Alan) Lockuff of Cornelius, NC.  She was preceded in death by her older sister, Jean Parks and her granddaughter, Megan Dorothy Donovan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, July 6 at 9 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD. Interment will immediately following the service at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that remembrances be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or www.alz.org. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Nancy Lee Young, 90,  also known as Nan or Nancy, was a resident of Deale, MD for over 60 years. Previously she lived in the Georgetown area of Washington, DC.  Nancy died at home on March 31, 2020 of natural causes.  Born September 12, 1929, in Milwaukee, WI, she received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Middlebury College.  Nancy worked as an analyst with the Central Intelligence Agency. She was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, National Cathedral Choral Society, and St. Marks Episcopal Church in Deale, MD. Nancy enjoyed art, poetry, classical music, gardening, hiking, kayaking, and European travel. A memorial service to celebrate Nancy’s life will be held at St. Marks Episcopal Church at a future date. An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.  

George V. Sweeney, Sr., 62, a 40-year resident of Edgewater, MD, passed away at his home on March 30, 2020 following a year-long battle with cancer.  He was born on September 1, 1957 in Baltimore, MD to the late Mary and Robert Sweeney, Sr.  George worked at Homestead Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.  He was a NASCAR fan and enjoyed camping.  His passion though was spending time with his family, especially his granddaughters.  George is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Loretta; two children, George Sweeney, Jr. and Heather Stickley; three brothers, Robert Sweeney, Jr., Jimmy Sweeney and Joey Sweeney, Sr.; three sisters, Elaine Rogers, Amanda Chaney and Rosemary Sweeney; and three granddaughters, Madison Sweeney and Paige and Briannah Stickley.  A memorial service will be planned at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770 or online at: https://donate3.cancer.org. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Whitney “Whit” Seymour Slater, 86, a 30-year resident of Annapolis, MD, and previously of Arlington, VA, died on Monday, March 30, 2020, at his home following a five year battle with Alzheimer’s disease.  Born July 8, 1933, in Cleveland, OH, he graduated from Lakewood High School in Lakewood, OH in 1950, Oberlin College in Oberlin, OH in 1954, and Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies in 1956.  Whit was employed as a Budget Officer at the Naval Research Laboratory from 1957-70 and as a Program Manager at the National Science Foundation from 1971 until his retirement in 1994. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Courtenay Murphy Slater.  Whit is survived by three sons, Charles S. Slater of Mountain View, CA, Harold B. Slater of Arlington, VA, and W. Ruffin Slater of Raleigh, NC; a sister, Sally Helgeson of Madison, WI; and four grandchildren, Thomas Slater of San Diego, CA, Anne Slater of Arlington, VA, Heidi Slater of San Francisco, CA, and Kate Slater of Arlington, VA.  Funeral arrangements are private. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to DC Central Kitchen, PO Box 417406, Boston, MA 02241 or online at https://dccentralkitchen.org/donate/

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In celebration and to honor the life of Zakary Sunrise Hubbard, who is gone from this earth on March 30, 2020 but will live on in our hearts always and forever. Zak is the amazing Superdad to Zakary Preston Jr, Shayna Nicole, and Samantha Rae, from his longtime relationship with their mother, Lisa Nicole Hill. He is the most awesome and coolest brother to Aron David and Alexander George, the most beloved light of our lives to his parents Catherine Lee Hartman and Hilary Warren Hubbard, and the most special grandson of Patricia Lee and George Frederick Hartman. He has many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and friends who will miss seeing the glint in his eyes and the smile on his face. No words can capture our deep love for you, our longing to be with you, and the emptiness we feel without your physical presence in our lives. 


Your name suits you as you are a bright and shining sunrise in our lives. You can fix anything and are happiest when you are doing something to help someone else or solve a problem. You are our teacher in life and in death and have opened up our hearts. Your heart was too big to be contained in this world. You are now like an eagle soaring free, powerful and beautiful. 

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All arrangements for Sharon are private.

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Virginia Lee Windsor, “Ginny”, 94, a longtime resident of Deale, MD, passed away unexpectedly on March 29, 2020 at the Univ. of MD Shore Medical Center in Easton.

Ginny was born on May 21, 1925 in Annapolis, MD to the late Andrew and Bertha Musterman. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School in Annapolis. As a young woman she worked as a Supervisor of the C&P Telephone Co. In later life she worked as a file clerk for Quaker State. Mostly, Ginny was a homemaker and a stay-at-home mom, raising her two daughters, planting flowers in her garden and painting crafts.  She enjoyed reading, drawing and listening to music, and when able to, traveling. She was known to take belly dance lessons and liked to take walks.  

Ginny thrived helping people and always put others' needs before her own. She enjoyed social luncheons with her friends and family gatherings. Raised Catholic, she later became a member of Cedar Grove UM Church in Deale, MD.

In addition to her parents, Ginny was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Windsor. She is survived by her two daughters; Marcy Windsor of Annapolis and Linda Blum of Henderson, MD. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Andrea Harris of Littlestown, PA, Jason Kautz of Edgewater, MD, Lindsey Blum of Mountain Grove, MO and her 5 great-grandchildren.


A celebration of Ginny's life will take place at a later date. Please take a moment and leave a condolence for her family by using the memory wall tab on this page. 

Terry E. Putnam, a resident of Upper Marlboro, passed away on March 28, 2020 at Shady Grove Medical Center in Rockville.

 Terry was born on November 26, 1941 in Washington, D.C. to the late Elwood and E. Gwendolyn Putnam. After graduating high school, he served four years in the United States Air Force in Sacramento, CA in the Air Police guarding nuclear weapons.

Once Terry returned to Maryland, he joined the Prince George’s County Police Department in June, 1965.  He was an officer on the street for the majority of his career during which time he served in the Special Operations Division.  He also served in the Internal Affairs Section of the department, and in the Robbery division of the Detective Bureau.

During his police career he received numerous Awards of Merit and a number of Letters of Commendation. In June of 1985, Terry retired from the police department and started a new career with the Department of Environmental Resources that lasted 15 years.

Terry’s hobby was gardening and was something of a “gentleman farmer” taking care of his home and the surrounding land. He also enjoyed travelling and for many years he and his family took summer trips throughout the United States in a motor home. For the past ten years he and his wife, Elizabeth, spent their time travelling abroad to a number of countries.

Terry leaves behind a wife of nearly 44 years, Elizabeth, a daughter, Kelly Marie Putnam Benner; a son, Kevin Andrew Putnam; and four grandchildren, as well as a sister, Phyllis P. Nicholson and a brother-in-law, Thomas Nicholson, and nieces and nephews. A private service is being held for Terry. He will be laid to rest at Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham, MD.






Estelle “Essie” Grimes Hall passed away peacefully at age 98 on Saturday, March 28, 2020 in Crownsville.  She was born in 1921 on a farm in Sudley, MD, to the late Oscar and Etta Grimes.  As a young child, she moved to Hill Dale Farm in Davidsonville, and later graduated from Annapolis High School.  She married John D. Hall Sr., a mariner for Exxon. They had two children, John Jr. and Rich.  She spent the rest of her life in the Annapolis area, often in the company of her beloved extended family and many friends.  An active member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Annapolis, she also loved gardening, travelling, and photography. After her husband’s retirement, they moved to Heritage Harbour where she was an enthusiastic participant in the community’s activities. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; a son John Jr. (Megan); and four siblings Glover (Doris), Margaret (Edward), Helen (Kenneth), and Oscar F. (Jean).

Essie leaves behind a large and loving family, including her son Rich (Pam); six grandchildren Andy, Katie, Lindsay (Brian), Cory (Sally), Drew, and Emma; and many nieces and nephews. 

Due to the current pandemic, her service will be held at a future date at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions to her memory can be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 1300 West St., Annapolis, MD 21401. 

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On Saturday, March 28, 2020 at AAMC, Bill Friel passed peacefully due to complications from Lung Cancer.  Bill was born in Bethesda, MD and resided in Sunderland, MD.   He worked for Citizens Bank of Maryland, and was actively involved with Melwood Horticultural Center for 35 years. He retired early at the age of 52, and enjoyed retirement to the fullest doing the three things he enjoyed most in life—playing lots of golf,  taking his family to Disney World, and watching his grandchildren compete in sports and dance.  He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Jane; 2 children, Robert (Kari) and Kelly Fleming (Tony); 8 grandchildren, Payton, Drew, Morgan, Rex, Madelyn, Ty, Abigayle, and Bradi.  He is also survived by his sister Carole Moreland of Port St. Lucie, FL as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and dear friends. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date. Please take a moment and leave a condolence by using the memory wall tab on this page. 

All services at this point will be private. A celebration of Felix's life will be held at a later date. Please take a moment and leave a condolence by using the  memory tab in this page.

Patricia Ellen Shankle (76), beloved wife of Donald Shankle, a Grand Lady who was my confidant, my “go to Gal”, my best friend and companion, my everything; she always had great advice on any topic making certain I heard it . . . no matter if I wanted to hear it or not.  She was a fighter, a lover, always ready for a good glass of wine and a lively conversation. She was always fair to everyone, Her Yes was yes, and no was no! We tripped the life fantastic in marriage for 29+ years before, by her side while holding her hand on the morning of March 28, 2020, she breathed her last, passing to see our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Pat is survived by her husband Don, two children and three stepchildren,  Robert (Nancy) Richcreek, Jr. , Jennifer (Lonnie) Shaffer, Tom (Jennifer) Shankle, Debbie (Scott) Kedroski, and Mike Shankle- 13 grandchildren, Samantha, Jessica, Kyle, Cody, Tom Jr., Grace, Hope, Justin, Alec, Joey, Gene, Matt, and Ashlyn -and 1 great-grandchild, Kora.  Pat grew up in Norfolk, and was a 1960 Graduate of Petersburg High School in Virginia and subsequently attended the Temple School of Business in Washington Dc.   She was a long time resident of Anne Arundel County for over 55 years. 

As a successful real estate agent for over 25 years, Pat took a short hiatus to operate a small business (Pat was a breast cancer survivor), “A Special Touch,” for 5 years, aiding women to regain their dignity during the healing process. The desire to help women was so powerful it led her to testify before the Maryland House of Delegates encouraging representatives of the need to for insurance companies to cover products like mastectomy prosthetics for women, wigs and accessories, which are essential  in the healing process.  She fought the Good Fight. 

When she wasn’t busy working, you could find her spending quality time with family, which was precious to her.  A favorite getaway was an excursion to the Eastern Shore to enjoy a good cocktail and crabs overlooking the water at one of her favorite restaurants; or playing video poker at the American Legion.  For longer stints of relaxation, Pat enjoyed cruising the seas with family and friends to beautiful beaches in the Caribbean or visiting her favorite place, Aruba.  Pat was called wife, honey, momma, nanny, friend, sister, and daughter by all who loved her. She was cherished by all and will be sorely missed. 

Her Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date and time so all that loved her can attend.

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Arthur H. Smith Jr. (Artie) of Severna Park, MD passed away in Annapolis, MD on March 26, 2020, at age 81. 

Artie was born in Huntington, NY August 5, 1938, to Arthur and Hazel Smith Sr. Growing up on Long Island he and his family would spend time on the local waterways fishing, clamming and scalloping.

Artie graduated from Huntington High School and went on to Parks College of Aeronautical Technology at Saint Louis University where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Meteorology.   He was a member of the Alpha Eta Rho – a professional aviation fraternity.  
After 28 years of service, he was honorably discharged as a Lieutenant Colonel from the Air National Guard. During his service, he earned The Maryland Distinguished Service Cross.
                                                                                                                                 
After college, Artie met his wife Eileen, and they moved to Maryland where he started his career position at NOAA - National Weather Service 

Together, Artie and Eileen raised their daughters in Davidsonville, MD and saw them through college and off to their own lives.   Retirement found Artie out on the waters of the Chesapeake Bay sailing, fishing and oystering. He enjoyed his winters in Florida playing golf.

Artie is survived by his daughters Susan and Sally, grandchildren David, Andrew, Kelly and Jeffrey, and great-granddaughter Katherine.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. P.O.Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516. A memorial service will be held at a later date. 
Arrangements have been through Kalas Funeral Home, Edgewater, MD.

Online condolences and tributes may be made by using the link on this page.

Funeral services will be private. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Obituaries

Charlotte Vigneault

Elmer Sappington

Clifford Robson

Lyndon Rohrbaugh

Wallace Treiber

Br. Leonard Konopka

Susan Kidwell

Paschal Rogers

Kathleen Overton

Gerard Manley

Joan Donovan

Nancy Young

George Sweeney

Whitney Slater

Zakary Hubbard

Sharon Fulton

Virginia Windsor

Terry Putnam

Estelle Grimes Hall

William Friel

Felix Rosario

Patricia Shankle

Arthur Smith

Christopher MacQuilliam