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Paul E. Humler, 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis.

Mr. Humler was born on Sept. 9, 1936, in Albany, NY, son of Margaret Humler (Daly) and Paul J. Humler.  Following his graduation from Cathedral High School in 1954, he joined the Naval Reserve and enrolled in Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) to become an aeronautical engineer.  After his second semester,  Paul (and RPI) decided that maybe RPI wasn’t a good fit, so he joined active duty where he worked his way up through the enlisted ranks, eventually achieving the rank of Chief Warrant Officer CWO3.  

Paul was a Communications Technician with the Naval Security Group and received many commendations and medals including expert rifleman and expert pistol shot.  He was on the All-Navy Rifle Team.  Paul was an expert linguist and cryptologist.  He became a Mandarin Chinese linguist and then an Arabic linguist  He was often called to be deployed out to sea, in charge of the “Humler Hut” (a top-secret communications container that would be dropped onto destroyers).  Throughout his distinguished Naval career, he was stationed in Taiwan, Japan, and the Philippines, and then was joined by Edie when he was stationed in Cyprus, Italy, and Turkey.

While in the Navy, he was able to complete his college degree while serving overseas, graduating with honors with a BA in Government from the University of Maryland.  He was a member of the Pi Sigma Alpha and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies.

In 1974, he retired from the Navy after 20 years, to be at home with his wife and children and took a job with  IITRI as a research data analyst until he retired in 1998.

A man of faith, Paul was an active member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville and lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus.  For many years, he attended weekly bible study, daily Mass, and sang regularly in the choir.

Paul never lost his desire to be on a ship out to sea and both Paul and Edie enjoyed many long cruises, including two world cruises.  His favorite activities on land involved listening to opera, watching his favorite premier league soccer team Tottenham, smoking a cigar on his “deer stand”, and spending time with his family.  He loved their condo in Ocean City, MD where he would enjoy sitting on the balcony watching his grandchildren on the beach, and enjoying a beer and cigar with his son Paul, Jr and son-in-law Phil.

Paul was preceded in death by his son Michael “Mike” Humler and daughter-in-law Patricia “Patty” (Greenwald) Humler.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Edith “Edie” R. (Smith) Humler; his children, Paul Humler, Jr. and Kathryn “Kathy” Carino and son-in-law Phillip (“Phil”) Carino; and five grandchildren, Kaitlyn Carino, Nathan Carino, Seth Humler, Mason Humler, and Julia Humler.

Paul will be remembered for his extinguished Navy career, his faith, his amazing tenor voice, great sense of humor, love of opera, and most fondly by his grandchildren as their loving and supportive (and always interesting) “Pop-Pop”.

Friends are invited to celebrate Paul’s life at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Tuesday, March 17 from 10 am until his Mass of Christian Burial begins at 11 am.  Interment Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church Cemetery, Owensville, MD.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Relief Services, P.O. Box 17090, Baltimore, MD 21297 (https://www.crs.org/ways-to-give) or Fisher House Foundation, 12300 Twinbrook Pkwy., Suite 410, Rockville, MD 20852 (https://fisherhouse.org/ways-to-give/). 

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Phillip Carl Warren was born on May 24, 1945, in Washington, DC.  He was the firstborn child of the late Nathaniel Milton Warren and the late Ruth Madeline Warren (née Greene).  Charming and easy-going, he led a full life, with friends in every corner.   After enduring Parkinson’s Disease for several years, he departed this life on March 10, 2020, at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD with his family at his side.

Phillip graduated from McKinley Tech High School in Washington, DC, in 1963 and from there attended District of Columbia Teachers College, where he studied physical education and was a standout player on the men’s basketball team.  He was drafted into the military with the U.S. Army in 1970 and served as an intelligence analyst and substance abuse counselor until 1973.  He served in the Vietnam War in Bien Hoa from 1971 to 1972.

Before and after the war, Phillip worked as a counselor at Edgemeade Residential Psychiatric Treatments Center in Upper Marlboro, MD and later, as a program director at Renaissance Group Home in Bowie, MD.  In his life, he held several other positions, but the one he thought was the most fun was truck driver!  

Phillip was a man of faith whose family was deeply woven into the fabric of the First Baptist Church of Deanwood, in Washington, DC and then Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church in Kettering, MD.  In his later years, he joined Unity Presbyterian Church in Temple Hills, MD, becoming very active and serving as an elder in the church.

Cape May, NJ held a very special place in Phillip’s heart.  He liked to go every summer and whenever else he had a few days free.  He used to say that he went there to have his clock rewound.  There was something grand about escaping on to the ferry and arriving at this quiet Victorian seaside resort town.  He made sure that he taught his daughter to love it too!

Phillip was an avid DC sports fan (Redskins & Nats), history buff (especially war histories), and Häagen-Dazs vanilla bean ice cream lover.  He also enjoyed cooking, staying up-to-date on current events, and singing "What a Wonderful World" at karaoke.  Phillip also volunteered as a motivational speaker with Alcoholics Anonymous.

He is preceded in death by his sister, Donna Marie Warren, and longtime companion, Karen Foley.

He is survived by his daughter, Nicole Carmela Warren; daughter-in-law, Sarah Lynn McCormack; grandson, Andrew Mason McCormack-Warren; former wife and dear friend, Thelma Louise Warren; brother, Bruce Nathaniel Warren; nephew, Bruce Nathaniel Warren II; former sister-in-law, Sherry A. Swann; and a host of other family members and friends. 

Private interment with military honors will be held at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery in Prince George's County, MD.  

A memorial service is being planned for a later date.

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Charles D. Connors, III, “Charlie” died suddenly on March 9, 2020. Charlie was a lifelong resident of Shady Side and a graduate of Southern High School. He was born on December 5, 1998 in Annapolis, MD to Charles Connors, II and Melissa Brown. Charlie worked as a bartender at the Corner Grille and Brick House of Shady Side and as a legal assistant for Rosenberg & Fayne Law Firm. Charlie enjoyed snowboarding, traveling with his friends and spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, Charlie is survived by his siblings, Wyatt Rose and Lacey Harding, both of Shady Side and Angela and Kayden Connors, his grandparents,; Peggy Roberts and Joseph Brown, both of Maryland, Stella and Theo Johnson of Texas and Charles Daniel Connors of Michigan. He is also survived by his step-father Matthew Rose and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins who loved him very much. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Charlie’s life on Sunday, March 15 from 2 pm to 4pm and from 6pm until 8pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037, where a funeral service will be held on Monday, March 16, 2020 at 10am. Online condolences may be made by using the  memory tab on this page.



Our family appreciates all the support and good wishes we have received  from our family and friends following Charlie’s passing, and your desire to offer your condolences in person. However, due to the Governor’s order limiting public gatherings in close proximity, we need to restrict the number of people who can attend the visitations and funeral service at the Kalas Funeral Home. We are limited to 250 people for each visitation on Sunday afternoon and evening and again on Monday for the funeral.  The funeral home will have 250 tickets on Sunday to distribute during the 2–4pm visitation, 250 tickets to distribute during the 6-8 pm visitation and 250 tickets to distribute on Monday. Regrettably no one else will be permitted to enter once the funeral staff runs out of tickets. Different colored tickets will be handed out for each event. 

As of today, these restrictions do not apply to Lakemont Memorial Gardens where Charlie will be laid to rest. You are welcome to join us there if you are not able to attend the service at the funeral home. The procession should arrive at the cemetery at approximately 12:30pm.


Betty Ward, 97, passed away peacefully 3-9-2020.  Betty was born 3-26-1922 in Cumberland MD, where she was raised.  She attended Juanita college, and received her masters from University of Maryland and Duke University.  Betty worked as the supervisor of Home Instruction for Montgomery County Public Schools for over 20 years. In her early career, she was a French and English public school teacher.  Betty did all this while raising her family and running a 32 acre sweet corn/vegetable farm in Darnestown MD,  with her husband Maurice Ward, who was also a Montgomery County Public School administrator.  Betty is preceded in death by her husband Maurice Ward, her sister Della Volpitto of Las Cruces NM, and her grandson Marshall Maurice Tullier of Annapolis MD.  She is survived by three children, Maurice Ward of Rockville MD, Spencer Ward of Gaithersburg MD and Kathryn Tullier of Annapolis MD.  Surviving grandchildren are Daniel Ward of Denver Colorado, Sarah Ward of New York City, Sophie Tullier of Greenbelt MD., and Allison Tullier of Baltimore MD. A private graveside service will be held. Online tributes and condolences can be made by using the link on this page.  

Peggy A. Bonaccorsy, 89, of Annapolis, MD and previously of Crofton, MD, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020. Peggy was born to the late Gus and Ena Fronck in Washington, DC on February 9, 1931. She worked as a resident manager in the housing industry until the age of 80. Peggy was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Edgewater, MD. In addition to her parents, Peggy was predeceased by her husband of 47 years, Angelo Salvatore Bonaccorsy, and a sister, Betty Williams. She is survived by her two sons, John A. and Ricci G.(Hope) Bonaccorsy; six grandchildren, Angelo, Ryan, Aaron, John, Christina and Callie; three great-grandchildren, and  brother, Erich Fronck. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Peggy's life on Friday, March 13 from 10 am until a Mass of Christian Burial begins at 11 am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will follow at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD. 



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*** Saturday, October 16th
Lakemont Memorial Gardens
11:00am
900 W Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD 21035

Custom cars or motorcycles are more than welcome at the service.***

Loyd Edward Hounshell, of Davidsonville, Maryland, left us on, March 7, 2020. Ed is survived by half-brothers Ray and Tim Hounshell, half-sisters Aletha Vathananonh and Laura Sholes, stepmother Genevieve Hounshell, his two sons Jason & Jacob Hounshell along with 15 nieces and nephews.
Ed was a dedicated father, husband, and friend. He was never too busy to lend a helping hand. His passion was automobiles and could be seen frequently driving his award-winning custom 1953 Chevy Belair around town that he built from scratch. Ed enjoyed success at every turn as a crane operator, a tool salesman, and finally a heavy equipment salesman. 

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Mary Palmer Chin, of Owings, Maryland, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Thursday, March 5, 2020, surrounded by family and friends.  Beloved wife of Raymond Chin; mother of Neil Thompson (Lindsey) and Noah Chin; grandmother of Nathan and Grant Thompson.  Mary is also survived by her mother, Rita Palmer, and her 5 brothers: Joe (Trish), Dan, Jim (David), Ed (Maureen) and Doug; her mother-in-law, Dorothy Chin and in-laws, 
scores of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Mary was a devoted wife, mother, and friend, whose door was always open to all.  She loved the beach, entertaining, playing board games, and spending time with her two precious grandsons.  She enjoyed a 30-year career with the United States Census Bureau and was a dedicated member of the Covenant Community of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Owings, MD.

Mary was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Palmer, Jr and her father-in-law, Tin Fook Chin.

Friends are invited to call on Monday, March 9, 2020 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 1601 W Mt Harmony Rd, Owings, MD 20736, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, March 10 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Mary, may be contributed to Loyola on the Potomac Retreat House, Faulkner, MD or to Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church.

LCDR Francis J. “Frank” Weber, Sr. USN (ret), 78, husband of the late Marilyn J. Weber, and current husband of Karen Richardson Weber, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 4, 2020, at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Frank, known as Butch growing up, was born in Brooklyn, NY on July 9, 1941, to the late George H. and Mary Dempsey Weber.  After graduating from St. Francis Preparatory High School, he went on to Boston University on a Track and Field scholarship.  He married his college sweetheart, Marilyn J. Twiss, on August 10, 1963.  After graduating with a degree in Business from BU, he entered Officer Candidate School (OCS) and went on to become a Naval Aviator and Flight Officer.  He proudly served his country for 21 years, including combat service in the Vietnam War (1965-1975).  After retirement, he opened a small screen-printing business, The Screenery, in Summerville, SC.  In 2008, he moved to Edgewater, MD where he worked as a tax preparer with H&R Block, as well as helped manage Selby Bay Marina.

Frank was predeceased by his parents, George and Mary Weber, four siblings: John “Jackie” Weber, George “Mickey” Weber, Mary Elizabeth Weber, and Theresa “DeeDee” Weber, as well as his first wife, Marilyn J. Weber.  He is survived by his current wife, Karen Richardson Weber of Edgewater, MD, and his four children: Frank Weber, Jr. (Tracy) of Gambrills, MD, Mariam Dittmann (Robby) of Crestview, FL, David Weber of Aurora, IL, and Beverlee Branton (William) of Summerville, SC.  He is also survived by five grandchildren: Matthew Dittmann, Blake Metzger, Emily Weber, Bradley Metzger, and Daniel Weber, as well as, multiple nieces and nephews.

Frank’s family will receive guests at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Monday, March 9, 2020 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm., before he returns to South Carolina to his final resting place. Frank’s family will receive guests again at Saint Theresa the Little Flower Catholic Church, 11001 Dorchester Rd., Summerville, SC  on Friday, March 13, 2020 from 10:00 am until his funeral service begins at 11:00 am. Interment Dorchester Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to The Oakleaf Club of Greater Washington, DC, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, 8901 Wisconsin Ave., PO Box 248, Bethesda, MD 20889 or online at oakleafdc.org

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Friends and family are invited to celebrate Edward's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Friday, March 6 from 9am until his funeral service begins at 10am.  Interment to follow at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville.  Online condolences and tributes may be made by using the link on this page.

Friends are invited to celebrate Nicholas's life with his family from 3 to 7pm on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A funeral service will be held at 10am on Monday, March 9 at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD. Interment will follow at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery in Annapolis, MD.

Adam Jentilet, 92, a 53-year resident of Davidsonville and previously of Glen Burnie, MD, passed away peacefully on February 29, 2020.  Born on July 6, 1927, in Detroit, MI to the late James and Jennie Jentilet, Adam graduated from St. Anthony High School in Detroit.  He served his country in the U.S. Army then attended the University of Detroit where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.  Adam enjoyed a long and fulfilling career with Westinghouse, retiring in 1989.
           Adam was a man of many interests and talents.  He enjoyed singing, playing harmonica (“mouth organ”), reciting poems and telling stories, especially to his children and grandchildren.  He loved to push them on the swing while singing his favorite song, “Would You Like to Swing on a Star”.  Adam was a skilled woodworker too.  He designed and built three houses for himself and his growing family.  He also built furniture and constructed several handmade pieces for his church that are still used today.  A humble and generous man, Adam was very active in the Boy Scouts and Habitat for Humanity.  One of his greatest passions was serving his church where he was as a Eucharistic Minister, Religious Education Coordinator and teacher, lector and served on the Pastoral Council and the Building Committee in the late 1980s.  His first love though was his family and spending time with them.
           In addition to his parents, Adam was preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Doris Owen Jentilet who died in 2016; one brother, Jimmy Jentilet; three sisters, Doris Dixon and Minnie and Joann Jentilet; and a son-in-law, Joe Mahony.  He is survived by two sons, Douglas Jentilet of Knoxville, TN and Mark Jentilet of Millersville, MD; four daughters, Mary Jentilet of Davidsonville, Kathleen Mahony of Westminster, MD, Diane (Yuri Rosenberg) Jentilet of Bethesda, MD, and Jean (Vickie Galloway) Jentilet of Apex, NC; one brother, Nazarie Jentilet and one sister, Mary Thomas, both of Michigan; eight grandchildren, Ashley (Scott) Hoefer, Samantha Ritts, Heather Jentilet, Jessica (David Vo) Jentilet, Sarah Jentilet, Meghan Mahony, and Rachel and Nathan Rosenberg; and one great-granddaughter.
           Friends are invited to celebrate Adam’s life with his family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 3 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville.  Burial will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens.
           In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 2305 N. Charles Street, Ste. 300, Baltimore, MD 21218 or Little Sisters of the Poor, 601 Maiden Choice Lane, Baltimore, MD 21228.
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Carol Marie Cave, 83, of Davidsonville, MD died at home on Saturday, February 29, 2020.  Born on August 24, 1936 in Washington, DC, Carol is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Hubert “Sonny” Cave Jr.; daughters, Diane Cave, Jean Teetsell (Dale) and Nancy Basham; grandson Michael Staples Jr. (Katy); granddaughter Raquel Cave; great-granddaughter Kinlee Staples; and, her beloved nieces, nephews, and friends.   She was preceded in death by her son, Hubert “Butch” Cave, III, and her sisters Ardith Ritter, Elaine Walker and Elizabeth Raley. Growing up in Washington, DC Carol attended Western High School and was active in the Palisades Community Center.   She was a 44-year resident of Anne Arundel County and retired from the District Court of Maryland.  Carol will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her family and as an avid fan of the Washington Nationals and Washington Redskins. Family and friends may call at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, March 5 from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, March 6 at 10:30 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Online tributes and condolences can be made by using the link on this page.



Martin Francis “Marty” Manion, 87, of Annapolis, MD passed away on February 28, 2020. Born on July 5, 1932 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Martin A. and Marion E. Manion, Martin earned a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Joseph’s University. He served in the U. S. Air Force, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel; Martin then joined Westinghouse as a program manager. He enjoyed sailing on his boat, the Coco-De-Mer; fishing, scuba diving, playing gin rummy and collecting books. Martin was a parishioner at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Annapolis, a 47-year member of the Annapolis Yacht Club and also a member of the Fleet Reserve.

Martin was preceded in death by his wives, Frances Loretta Manion and Carol Dwight Manion. He is survived by one son Martin “Bo” Manion and his wife, Jennifer of Front Royal, VA; three daughters, Cynthia Manion and her husband, Galen Irby of Annapolis, MD, Christina Anderson and her husband, Todd of Dublin, OH and Carolyn Ammons of Cheyenne, WY; and a stepson, Eric Dwight; one sister, Marion Gross; and five grandchildren, Collin Fishman, Hunter-Bell Manion, Kylie Ammons, Tyler Ammons and Ryland Ammons.

Friends are invited to celebrate Marty’s life with his family from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30AM on Thursday, March 5 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. A military burial at Arlington National Cemetery will be held at a later date.

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Robert Edward Mathieu, affectionately known as “Pastor Bob,” was born on November 25, 1941, in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to Robert M. Mathieu and Betty R. Mathieu. He was raised in Baltimore, MD, where he graduated from Baltimore City College High School. He earned his Ministerial Diploma from Faith School of Theology and a Doctor of Humane Letters from Washington Saturday College at Howard University. He was ordained with the Assemblies of God.

Bob met the love of his life, Sharon P. Hunter, in May 1964 in Vienna, VA, at a youth convention. He had his eyes on Sharon, but was so nervous that he spent his time talking with her sister, Janet. One year later, Bob and Sharon married on August 14, 1965. Their son, Bobby, was born on December 25, 1966, and daughter, Shari, was born on December 6, 1972.

Bob and Sharon felt the call of God to move into inner city Washington DC. God miraculously provided a home in Southeast on May 1, 1971. Bob lived a life of incarnational ministry and racial reconciliation. His model was Jesus Christ, Who, according to John 1:14 (MSG), “moved into the neighborhood”…‘hood, according to Bob.

His major accomplishments include founding and directing Camp Dynamite (currently in its 46th year), Anacostia Gospel Chapel, Anacostia Educational Foundation, and a host of educational endeavors, community empowerment programs, and peacemaking initiatives.

Bob was known to many as a mentor, radical servant of Christ, pioneer, hero, racial reconciler, role model of incarnational ministry, servant leader, champion of the marginalized, general in the army of the Lord, and advancer of God's Kingdom on earth as it already is in heaven. He was a true legend, who loved all, no matter their rank or status in the eyes of the world. Bob’s passion was to reach souls for Christ.

Days before his departure, Bob told his wife, “If I die, I want you to tell everyone how much I love you.” His final words here on earth were, “Love you.” He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife of 54 years, Sharon Mathieu; son, Robert R. Mathieu; daughter, Shari Cuesta; sisters, Doris Mancini, Donna Mathieu, and Cheryl Schunck; grandchildren, Mellanie Gleaton, Jheri Fitzgerald, Jemia Mathieu, James Mathieu, and Joi Mathieu; great-grandchild, Josiah Harkness; and a host of family and friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Robert M. and Betty Mathieu; brothers, Ronald Mathieu and Lee Rogers Mathieu; and sisters, Judith Mathieu and Wanda Mathieu.

Wayland Lawrence Blowe, 85, a 25-year resident of Annapolis and previously of Temple Hills, MD, passed away on February 28, 2020 at the Mandrin Inpatient Care Center after suffering more than 2 years with dementia.   Known to family and friends as Larry, he was born on March 17, 1934 in Whaleyville, VA to the late Wayland and Betty Blowe.  Larry graduated from Whaleyville High School in 1951.  He served 4 years of active duty in the U.S. Air Force then continued to serve his country as a member of the Air Force Reserve.  
Larry graduated from the University of Maryland in 1964 with an Accounting degree and went to work for Price Waterhouse.  He later worked for the Inter American Development Bank and finally the International Monetary Fund where he worked for 25 years before retiring.  Larry was a member of American Legion Post #7.  He enjoyed reading, gardening and traveling, especially on cruises.  His greatest joy though came from the time he spent with his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by two brothers, Harvey Lee Blowe and Leroy Blowe and a sister, Estelle Lewis.  He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Patricia A. Blowe; one daughter, Denise Moore (Mark) of Edgewater, MD, one brother, Jessie T. Blowe of Chattanooga, TN; three sisters, Ethel Fanny of Suffolk, VA, Mary Ellen Mottley of Chesapeake, VA and Earnestine Leicester of Ahoski, NC; and two grandchildren, Michael and Kaitlyn Moore of Edgewater.
Friends are invited to celebrate Larry’s life with his family on Thursday, March 5, from 11 a.m. until his funeral service begins at 12 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Burial will follow at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, Mandrin Inpatient Care Center, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122 or online at www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donations.  In either case, please specify that the donation is in memory of Wayland L. Blowe.

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Joseph Anthony Decesaris passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on February 27, 2020, of complications due to Young-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease. He was born on September 7, 1957 and was a lifelong resident of Prince George’s and Anne Arundel Counties. Joe was a devoted Catholic, lifelong entrepreneur, talented cook and builder, amazing family man, and the best “Poppi” in the world. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Donna; his children and grandchildren: Jenna (DeCesaris) and Neil Butler and their sons Haviland, Reid, and Lawson; Geaton A. DeCesaris III; Elisa (DeCesaris) and Riley Konara and their son Renoen; and Juliana (DeCesaris) and Michael Johnson and their daughter Charlie; brothers Marco (Jackie) and Hugo (Julie); sisters Ida (Paul), Maria (Nick), Betty (Tom), Lisa (Nello), Deborah (Cameron), and sister-in-law JoAnn; and 75 nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, including his 7 godchildren. Joe was predeceased by his brother Geaton Jr., and his parents Sonny and Betty. Friends are invited to celebrate Joe’s life on Monday, March 2 from 4 to 7pm at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Upper Marlboro. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered there on Tuesday, March 3 at 10am, followed by Interment at Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Davidsonville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to YES! Inc (Young-Onset Dementia Education and Support), 12472 SE Plandome Drive, Hobe Sound, FL 33455. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Mary Lackey Parramore, 94, a resident of Old Town Alexandria, VA and Annapolis, MD and previously of Chicago, IL died on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Sunrise of Annapolis. She wasborn July 25, 1925 in New York, NY, to to the late James B. and Mary (Dexter) Lackey. After graduating from the University of Kansas, Mary worked at the Jefferson Medical School in Philadelphia, PA and the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD.  She joined the National Science Foundation (NSF) in 1956, and was a charter member of the Senior Executive Service.  Subsequent from retiring from NSF in 1980 as a science policy analyst, she joined the staff of Argonne National Laboratory in Willowbrook, IL, returning to Virginia in 1990.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul O. Parramore, with whom she spent many happy hours sailing in the Chesapeake Bay.  Paul died in 1968. Mary is survived by her son, Michael J. Parramore; and a granddaughter, Ainsley James Parramore.

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A story of love.  It has been 52 years since Mary Lackey Parramore and Paul Oliver Parramore have seen each other.  Well, they are now back together.  They are sailing Jet-14-Greensleeves together, Thistle-Shillelagh together and finishing that cruise on the Coronoado 25 on Labor Day weekend in 1968 on the West River which was the last time they saw each other.  I suspect in a few years they will graduate to a Sabre.  Mary Parramore was a single mom raising a child in the late 60’s when this was not as common as it is today.  She was the first single woman to join Belle Haven Country Club because, maybe that son of her’s would gravitate towards tennis and golf.  Mary had beautiful well decorated town houses in Old Town that her son accessorized with such things as a ’67 Cougar up on blocks and multiple motocross bikes.  She traveled the world, Africa, Antarctica, China, Japan, Australia, etc. Mostly Smithsonian trips.  She worked 30 years for the National Science Foundation as a policy analyst then another 10 as the assistant to the President of Argonne National Lab outside of Chicago.  She was a loving and caring mom to me and a generous and caring mom to my daughter, Ainsley.  She will be cremated per her instructions and buried next to her husband at St. Mary’s in Old Town.  She will also be with me as I travel on Shillelagh hopefully continuing her traveling ways via boat to countries she has not been to yet.  I and her would not have it any other way.  She did a great job of raising me despite all the obstacles that were thrown her way and did so with grace and class.  I love you mom and miss you more than words can say.  You waited a long time to be back with the only man you loved and I am glad for you that the two of you are finally together.  Love, your son, Michael.

Dolores T. Beall, a resident of Annapolis, MD for 43 years and previously of Lanham, MD, died surrounded by her family on Wednesday, February 26, on her 86th birthday. Born in Birmingham, AL, Dolores graduated from St. Patrick's High School in Washington, DC. She was an administrative assistant with the Prince George's County Police Department for many years and was a parishioner of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Annapolis. She was also active in the Anne Arundel Medical Center Auxiliary. Dolores is survived by her children, Deborah (Richard) Eherenman, Theresa (John) Vitielliss and Kimberly (Andrew) Esterson all of Annapolis, MD, Victoria (David) Chisholm of Severna Park, MD and Andrew (Julie) Beall of Queenstown, MD and her grandchildren, Ryan and Dustin Vitielliss, Drew and Connor Beall, Lauren Bradshaw, Ashley Lewis, Kristin Rawls, Nicole Esterson, Melissa Hargrove and Jennifer Chisholm; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Blanche Dolan. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 am on Monday, March 2 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Following the Mass, please join Dolores’ family
for a Celebration of Life luncheon at
Annapolis Elks Lodge #622
2 Pythian Drive, Edgewater, Maryland

Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate John's life on Sunday, March 1, 2020 from 3:00 pm until his memorial begins at 4:00 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.

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

Services are being planned, please check back at a later date for more information.

Fannie Lee Winstead, 93, a 4-year resident of Davidsonville, MD and previously of Wilson, NC and Edgewater, MD, passed away at her home on February 25, 2020.  Born on October 16, 1926 in North Carolina to the late Jesse and Mattie Bailey, Fannie was a waitress at two popular restaurants in the Annapolis area, the former LaRosa Restaurant on Main Street in Annapolis and the former Fred’s Restaurant in Parole where she worked for 20 years.  Fannie was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Edgewater and enjoyed reading the Bible.  In addition to her parents, Fannie was preceded in death by her husbands, Fred Bass, Bobby McGee and Norman Winstead; two brothers, Franklin and Earl Bailey and one sister, Mary Holland.  She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Lamb of Davidsonville, her sister, Rebecca Tyndal of Snowhill, NC; two grandchildren, Tom Boyle of Crofton, MD and Amy Boyle of Davidsonville and two great-grandchildren, Logan and Bailey Fraser.  A visitation will be held at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater on Friday, February 28 from 12 p.m. until Fannie’s funeral service begins at 1 p.m. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Arrangements for Byron are being planned.  Online condolences and tributes can be made by using the link on this page. 

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Frederick von Behren

Paul Humler

Phillip Warren

Charlie Connors

Betty Ward

Peggy Bonaccorsy

Loyd Hounshell

Mary Chin

Francis Weber

Edward Giez

Nicholas Vourlos

Adam Jentilet

Carol Cave

Martin Manion

Robert Mathieu

Wayland Blowe

Sandra Ironmonger

Joseph DeCesaris

Mary Parramore

Dolores Beall

John Collett

Teresa Long

Fannie Winstead

Byron Jennings