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Barbara E. Adams (nee Wagner) Devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother peacefully passed away on May 29, 2020 at the age of 83 year young.  She is survived by her husband of 67 years Bill Adams, children Elizabeth McClanahan, Julia Zimmerman, Woody (William Jr.) Adams and Barbara Cacopardo.  Barbara’s grandchildren, Kayti McClanahan, Molly McClanahan, Andrew Adams and Brian Adams. great grandson, Rowan McClanahan and sister, Donna Souzis.

Barbara was a cancer survivor, the cornerstone of our family, a homemaker and so much more.  Barbara had many interests including travelling, crochet and knitting for friends, family and charities.  She also volunteered for Meals on Wheels and enjoyed working at election polls.  An avid reader and movie buff, Barbara also enjoyed crossword puzzles, British TV, everything Irish, Disney World and a pint of Guiness.

Born in Baltimore, she lived in Lanham, New Carrollton, Davidsonville and for the last 31 years in West River, MD.  

She will be greatly missed every day.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy are encouraged for donations to the Rebecca Fortney Breast Center 2000 Medical Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21401 or Meals on Wheels Central MD, Inc. Attn. Development Office, 515 South Haven Street, Baltimore, MD 21224.

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

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

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Dean Thorpe May, age 55, passed away on May 27, 2020.  He was currently a resident of Maryland’s Eastern Shore but has also lived in Richmond VA, White Plains MD, and Annapolis MD during his life.

Dean showed a very early aptitude for mechanical work and began on his career journey as an auto mechanic early on by fixing lawnmowers, dirt bikes, and other vehicles belonging to people in his neighborhood. 

His love of motorcycles led him to enjoy many successful years of motocross racing, followed by years of drag racing with his brother Trent.  After graduating from Maurice J. McDonough High School in Charles County MD (1983), he went on to have a long career as a mechanic and manager for several tire companies, and he is best known as the owner and proprietor of Dean’s Tire in Annapolis.  

Dean had a great love of the outdoors and enjoyed boating and camping with his children.  His ideal day would be swimming with the kids, going for four-wheeler rides, and grilling them dinner.  He also spent many years playing guitar, loved watching the Redskins, and enjoyed hanging out with his dog Scooby.

Dean was born to Lee A May and Susanne B May in Richmond VA on September 11, 1964.  He is survived by both parents, his brother Trent May, his children Georgia and Shephard May, his wife Shannon May, step-sons Ethan and Nathaniel Dotts, his step-mother Mary May, half-sister Jennifer Derby (and family), half-brother Christopher May (and family), Uncle Dennis T Burton, Uncle Bannon D May Jr, Aunt Judith Anderson, special friends Pam And Jerry Jacobs, Calvin Rawlings and a group of many great friends.  

Dean’s memorial service will be held at a later date in Virginia.  Donations in Dean’s memory can be made to the Charles County Humane Society in Waldorf, MD. 

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

Mark Joseph Rossano died at the age of 61 on May 27, 2020 at Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.

Deeply loved husband of twenty years of Susanna and stepfather of Nick Tselentakis. Beloved brother of Geoffrey, George and Lyn.

Mark graduated from Mineola High School in Mineola, New York in 1976. He attended the United States Naval Academy, graduating in 1980. In 1987, Mark received his master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering from the United States Navy Surface Warfare College. He served as a career Naval Officer until his retirement in 1995, having served 5 tours at sea, including 2 as Chief Engineer, and in a variety of administrative positions.

Upon leaving the Navy, Mark started his own technology consulting firm which he ran for 10 years. But once a Navy Man, always a Navy Man, he returned to work for the Department of the Navy as a POL Facilities Engineer and was highly regarded by his colleagues for the work he did there.

Mark was also a talented photographer, marksman and cook. He will be missed by those who loved him for his intelligence, dedication to his family and steadfast commitment to his country.

A graveside service, with military honors, will be held at Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, September 18 at 11 am.

Regina Lapanne died on Tuesday, May 26, 2020.  Born August 12, 1926 in Washington, DC, she was the beloved wife of the late Lawrence Lapanne; mother of Sidney (Jane) John Sampson, Jr. and Peggy (John, III) Stokes; grandmother of Michael Stokes, Matthew (Megan) Stokes, Melissa Sampson, and Lauren (Glenn) Younes; great-grandmother of David Stokes, Jack Stokes, and Sydney Younes. A private ceremony will be held Monday, June 1, 2020. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Ellen Brockdorff Krautler (age 99) died Monday at AAMC. She was born in Millwood, VA. She graduated from Montgomery Blair High School and the Washington School for Secretaries. She volunteered for many years at AAMC and enjoyed dancing, bridge, quilting, sewing and traveling.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Krautler, and her son, Clarke Jeffrey Krautler, and 8 siblings.  She is survived by two children, Linda Harten and Charles (Pat) C. Krautler; 4 grandchildren, Robert Marcum, Kerry (Michael) Haviland, Jessica (Andrew) Garbach, and Brian ( Andrea) Krautler; and six great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All Hallows’ Parish, 3600 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037.

Barbara Ann “Barbie” Barber, 66, a resident of Edgewater, MD, died at home on Monday, May 25 after a seven year struggle with cancer. Born on September 3, 1953 in Annapolis, MD, Barbie graduated from high school and was a homemaker for most of her life. She was a member of the Chesapeake Christian Fellowship Church and enjoyed going to church, bingo, crocheting, bowling, camping and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Barbie was preceded in death by her husband, Scott Barber and her mother, Virginia Root. She is survived by her children, Chris Barber, Nichole McWaters and Andrea Dale all of Edgewater, MD; her father, Paul Root; her sister, Bonnie Root-Lennartz and her grandchildren, Ethan and Grace McWaters, Savannah and Sierra Dale, Isaac, Jenna and Campbell Barber. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

On Sunday, May 24, 2020; the beloved husband of the late Doris McNeely Johnson; father of Myles J. and Nia D. Johnson, and Anike L. Boyette; grandfather of Kacey L. Boyette.

Memorial service arrangements will be held at a future date when family and friends are able to come together in commemoration. MD 20744.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund at https://curealz.org/giving/donate/. 


Mamie Madeline Bell, “Sister”, a 4-year resident of Dunkirk, MD and previously of Waldorf, MD, died on Saturday, May 23, 2020, following a 5-year illness. Born November 10, 1943 in Upper Marlboro, MD to the late Bernard and Christine Chapman she graduated from Frederick Douglass High School. Following high school, Mamie started a career in nursing, working as a Nurse’s Aid and private caregiver.  She then decided to take on a new challenge as an Administrative Assistant for Wolford’s Well & Pump, Inc. from 1993 until her retirement in 2003.  Mamie loved cultivating her tomatoes, working in her garden, and always had the most beautiful rose bushes and plants.  She also enjoyed cooking and was always given the task of making potato salad for every family function.  Mamie enjoyed a variety of film genres but was extremely fond of Westerns.  She will be remembered for her devotion to helping her loved ones. In addition to her parents, Mamie was preceded in death by her husband of 18 years, William Edward Bell, III; two siblings, Louis, and Carol Chapman; and her grandparents, Lena Thomas and Clementine Chapman.  She is survived by five children, William Edward Bell, IV of Milton, GA, Delores Smith of New Carrollton, MD, Daphne Bell of Dunkirk, MD, Valerie Bell-Walker of Charlotte Hall, MD, and Marlo Ann Bell of Lexington Park, MD; seven siblings, Charles, Bernard, Leon, William, Anna Mae, and Doris Chapman, and Mary Ann Greene; eight grandchildren, Durrel Rouse, Chad Edward Bell, Gregory Walker, Jr., Noah Walker, Breanna Rouse, Kelli Barnhardt, Mackenzie Bell, and Nicole Bell.  Services and interment private.

Mary Virginia “Ginger” Moreland Rosela, age 52, of Pasadena, formerly of St. Leonard and Lothian, passed away on Saturday, May 23, as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in Annapolis. Ginger’s love of her family and many friends have left us all in both shock and disbelief, as her genuine caring and giving nature leaves a void that cannot be filled. To lose someone you love so much will alter our lives forever. While many knew Ginger in recent years for her advocacy as a peer support specialist with the Maryland Coalition of Families, helping those dealing with substance use, she was much more than that. She was a lover of animals, involved with more than one horse rescue mission, served as the President of the Calvert County National Little League, volunteered with school programs when her children were young and would show up at your door unannounced with balloons and goodies, just when you needed her the most. 
She was preceded in death by her son, Jacob Paddy, and her daughter, Julianne Rosela. Ginger is survived by her husband, Antonio “Tony” Rosela; her children, Casey Brown of Prince Frederick, Amber Paddy of Millsboro, DE, Nicholas “Nick” Paddy of Harwood and Allison Rosela of Chestertown; three grandchildren whom she adored, Summer, Dakota and Sophia and soon to be grandchild Marilyn; her mother, Charlotte Moreland (Jerry Thompson) of Easton; her father and stepmother, Ronald and Stephanie Moreland of Vero Beach, FL and her brother, Jeff (Lezlie) Moreland of Harwood. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 30 at 1:00 pm at the Woodfield Cemetery in Galesville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Ginger’s name may be made to any of these three: Mid-Shore Community Foundation (Mariah’s Mission), 102 Dover St., Easton, MD 21601, The Daniel Carl Torsch Foundation, Inc., 2401 York Rd., Timonium, MD 21093, or Maryland Heroin Awareness Advocates, 6608 Freedom Ave., Sykesville, MD 21784. An online guestbook is available at: KalasFuneralHomes.com. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

All Arrangements for David are Private.  Online condolences and tributes can be made by using the link on this page. 

Michael Lance Lancaster, “Lance”, died peacefully on May 22, 2020. Lance was born in Baltimore, Maryland to Margaret Adcock on March 15, 1941 and was raised in New Jersey. Lance is survived by his wife, Charlotte “Charlie” Lancaster; son, Brian (Christine) Conrad; daughter, Michelle (Daniel) Westman; grandchildren, Taylor, Hannah, and Olivia; and sisters, Kathleen (Anthony) DeSarno and Deborah Longo.  Lance graduated from Central High School in Patterson, NJ.  He then served in the U.S. Navy as a dental technician in the Mediterranean aboard the USS Des Moines and later at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD.  Lance enjoyed driving.  He worked as a driver for Mayflower Moving Company and Storage as well as Cowan Systems, from which he ultimately retired as “the best driver they ever had.”  He continued to drive in retirement, skillfully piloting tourists around the narrow streets of Annapolis on a trolley for Discovery Annapolis Tours. When he left the tour company a couple of years ago, he was known as “the most entertaining tour guide ever.” Lance and Charlie’s favorite spot to travel was the Florida Keys.  Lance was a proud 31-year member of Alcoholics Anonymous.  He was an avid reader, enjoyed telling stories and jokes, and being around family and friends.  He loved Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay; often quoting Captain John Smith, “Heaven and earth never agreed better to frame a place for man’s habitation.” Lance wished to be cremated and his ashes spread in his beloved Chesapeake Bay. In his honor, please contribute to your Home Group or to your favorite charity. Due to current restrictions in place, no public service or celebration of life will be held at this time. The ten-person rule would be in no way respectful to Lance and his life. Online condolences can be left for the family using the Memory Wall tab at the top of this page.

Robert “Robbie” Lee Blair, 53, a 10-year resident of Upper Marlboro, MD and previously of Bowie, MD, died at his home on May 22, 2020 of natural causes.  Born October 19, 1966 in Washington, DC to Judith Blair and the late Ronald Blair, he was a client at New Horizons Supported Services for 30 years.  Robbie was a lifelong Catholic and he enjoyed music. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a sister, Sandra Villanes of Chesapeake Beach, MD.  Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, all services and interment are private.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Horizons Supported Services, ATTN: Ron Vaughn, 16000 Trade Zone Ave., Ste. 109, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774.  An online guestbook is available at:
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Diana G. Adams, “Gail”, 76, a lifelong resident of the Annapolis area, passed away on Friday, May, 22, 2020 in Gambrills, MD.

Gail was born on February 7, 1944 in Annapolis, MD to the late Curtis and Alice Dye. She was a 1962 graduate of Annapolis High School. Gail worked for over 20 years at LithoPress in Edgewater. She also worked for Edgewater Supply Hardware Store and for her father’s bus company, Dye Brothers, as a driver. 

She was a member of Mayo United Methodist Church. Her interests included playing BINGO and pinochle, collecting cookbooks, going to yard sales and taking trips to Ocean City. She was also an avid reader.  Her passion though was spending time with her grandchildren. 

Gail is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Thomas V. Adams; her children, Diana Adams-Nunan and her husband, Patrick of Mayo, MD and Kenneth Dale Adams and his wife, Jennifer of Edgewater, MD, and one sister, Patricia Miller of Glen Burnie, MD. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Heather Nunan, Shawn Nunan, Ashlynn Adams and Brittany Adams.

 A memorial service will be held at a later date. Please contact the family for further information. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Gail’s memory to Mayo UM Church, 1005 Old Turkey Point Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Online condolences may be made at KalasFuneralHomes.com


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Of Annapolis, MD passed away peacefully on May 21, 2020.  John (Andy) was born in Cheverly, MD to Thomas B. Ricker, Jr. and Mary June (Sturgis) Ricker.  Andy was preceded in death by his father and his oldest brother, Tommy.  He is survived by his wife, Tina and their three children, Maria, Ana and John “Andrew” Ricker, Jr. He is also survived by his mother, Mary June Ricker, brothers, Mark, Patrick, Geoff, Michael and his sister, Mary Louise Principe and a very large extended family.

Andy was born and raised in Prince Georges County, MD. He attended DeMatha Catholic High School where he graduated in 1978. Andy was a successful businessman who owned and operated several businesses within the local community.

Andy loved and was loved by his family and many friends. He will be missed.

Due to social distancing limitations, all services will be private.  On line condolences may be offered using the the Memory Wall tab on this page.

In Loving Memory of Lindsey D. Rucker

Lindsey D. Rucker, affectionately known as “Dale” to his family and friends, age 75, was called home and entered eternal rest on Thursday, May 21, 2020.
 
Lindsey was born on September 14, 1944, in Spelter, West Virginia to the late Lila Rucker and Lindsey Rucker, Sr. Lindsey was educated in the West Virginia Public School System and later completed his education in Monroe Michigan Public Schools.
 
As a young adult, Lindsey relocated to Washington D.C., where he met and married his love, Audrey. They were married for 42 years and from that union had two daughters, Teresa and LaTonya. Lindsey also had two older children, Vencent and Crystol from a previous marriage. Together they were blessed with four children. Lindsey was a devoted and dedicated husband and father who took pride in his children's accomplishments no matter how big or small. He never let an opportunity pass without telling them how proud he was of them and how much he loved them.
 
Lindsey began his career with the District of Columbia Department of Public Works (Water Department) in July 1969. As a dedicated employee of the department, Lindsey served in various roles. He started as a laborer and ended his career as a Superintendent in 2001 after 32 years of service. After he retired from the D.C. government, he worked as a contractor doing similar work as his government job until that contract ended with the New Jersey-based company. Once the contract ended, Lindsey decided to go back to work as a Lawn Care Specialist, helping families maintain beautiful lawn care for their home, until his illness in April 2020.
 
In Lindsey's early years, he enjoyed riding his motorcycle to and from work, playing on the softball team at his job, and singing for the gospel group Kings of Harmony. But, the one thing Lindsey loved the most was to fish! He spent many summer days and nights fishing with his fishing buddies on Solomon Island and Kent Narrow in Maryland. He also spent a lot of time fishing in Tappahannock, Virginia. After a long day of fishing he would come home and clean his fish in his garage while listening to his favorite Motown music. He loved sharing his catch with his family and friends. Lindsey was a great dancer too, showing off his hand dancing moves during family gatherings. He loved spending time with his family especially during the holidays. During the Summer holidays he took pleasure grilling for his family.

 
In addition to fishing, Lindsey loved to travel the world with his wife, family, and close friends. Together they enjoyed the beautiful island of Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, Aruba, Trinidad & Tobago, St. Thomas, St. Martin, Martinique, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Barbados, as well as, Canada and Las Vegas.

Lindsey is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Audrey Rucker; four children: Vencent Rucker (Adrian), Crystol Jones (Brian), Teresa Whigham, and LaTonya Williams (Hallie); 10 grandchildren: Asia Rucker, Tiara Whigham, Dasia Whigham, Jalen Green, Christopher Jones, Issac Rucker, Colby Whigham, Myles Jones, Lauren Williams & Lindsay Williams; 3 great-grandchildren: Samara, Skylar, Michael “Drew”; a loving son-in-law David; a devoted nephew Lawrence Harold and a host of family & friends.


All are invited to a virtual viewing and service by logging into Zoom.
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Robert "Bob" Gray Poole, 83, a 57-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Pittsburgh, PA, died on May 20, 2020, in Crofton, MD of kidney failure following a three-year illness. Born April 8, 1937, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late William and Margaret Poole. Bob graduated from Carnegie High School and then enlisted in the U.S. Army. Following his military service, he began his career with the Chrysler Corporation handling car and truck distribution, customer and dealer satisfaction.  Bob was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church of Annapolis.  He was a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan.  Bob was an avid supporter of South River High School athletics, where his sons and two grandchildren attended. He will be remembered as a devoted grandfather. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by three siblings, William, and Alexander Poole, and Nellie Willard.  He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Carol; three sons, Keith Poole of Edgewater, MD, Scott (Michelle) Poole of York, PA, and Tim (Patti) Poole of Crofton, MD; and four grandchildren, Sean, Lauren, Brandon, and Ryan.  A celebration of Bob's life will be held at a later date.  Memorial contributions may be made in Bob's name to the First Presbyterian of Annapolis, 171 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD 21401.  

A celebration of Bob's Life will be held at a later date.

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

Philip “Bokie” F. Garofolo, Jr., 68, a 22-year resident of Churchton, MD and previously of Lothian, MD, died at his home on May 20, 2020, the date of his 48th wedding anniversary.

Born July 17, 1951, to the late Philip F. Garofolo, Sr., and Catherine B. Garofolo-Justice, he was in the 1971 graduating class at Southern High School.  Philip worked for Statewide Septic as an estimator and King & King, Inc. He owned Bristol Excavating & Landscaping, Inc., and G & K Excavating, Inc.  He enjoyed fishing, boating, landscaping, and spending time with his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Philip was preceded in death by his wife, Debra L. Garofolo, who died in October 2003; and four siblings, Floyd Garofolo, Phylis Settle, Florence Evans, and Connie Agnew.

He is survived by a daughter, Heather Kinney and her husband, Daniel “Neuty” Kinney of Churchton, MD; a sister, Cathy Augustine of Deland, FL; and two grandchildren, Trevor and Kyleigh Kinney.

A memorial service to celebrate Philip’s life will be held at a later date.

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

Gerald Allen Skinner, 53 of Mechanicsville, Maryland died on Monday, May 18, 2020, at BridgePoint Hospital National Harbor in Washington, District of Columbia.

Born Wednesday, February 8, 1967, he was the son of Gerald Skinner and the late Gail Greene Skinner. He was the husband of Vicky Stroud Skinner.

Surviving are son, Daniel Skinner, daughters, Hannah Skinner and Joanna Skinner, brothers, Timothy Skinner and David Skinner, sisters, Janine Rivera and Sondra Balderas, grandson, Jonathan Skinner. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends. 

A visitation and funeral will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. Please check back for times and place. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Skinner family. 


Joseph “Joe, PopPop” Barry Sims, 63, a 12-year resident of Annapolis and previously of Bowie and Hyattsville, died on Monday, May 18, 2020, in Bowie, MD of pancreatic cancer following a 5-month battle.

Born September 21, 1956, in Washington DC, he was the owner of Joseph Sims Painting & Drywall.  Joe served his country, as a PFC, in the U.S. Army. He was a member of a 12-step recovery program and was dedicated to helping newcomers through service work and sharing his experience, strength, and hope. Joe enjoyed riding and customizing his motorcycles, collecting body art, sharing his passion for the blues with his friends.  He also enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. Joe loved his rescue dogs, Popeye, Maizy, Molly, and the many who came before them.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Gary John.

Joe is survived by his wife of 22-years, Joyce Catherine; two children, Sara Jo of Annapolis, MD and Chanse Michael of Hampden, MD; three sisters, Linda Jean of Gaithersburg, MD, Pamela Joan of Murrells Inlet, SC, and Susan Patricia of Bowie, MD; and two grandchildren, Morgan “Momo” Goforth and Codi Marie.

A Celebration of Joe’s Life will be held when the pandemic restrictions are lifted. Memorial contributions, in Joe’s name, may be made to: Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN) at https://autisticadvocacy.org/ or Maryland Animal Sanctuary & Rescue (MAS) at http://www.masrescue.org/.

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

On Monday, May 18, 2020, Celso S. Antonio, loving husband and father of three children, passed away at age 77.

Celso was born in Marilao, Bulacan, Philippines to Isidro and Emilia Antonio. In July 1964, he joined the United States Navy and proudly served for 24 years. In 1988, he retired with honor as a Chief. In July 1967, he married the love of his life, Matilde Garzon Antonio. Together, they raised three children: Christine, Edgard and Lenore.

Of his many duty stations during his Navy career, he was most proud of working as part of the White House advance detail team under Presidents Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan. After retiring from the Navy, he worked as a civilian with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and retired in December 2006.

Over the years, Celso stayed very active in the Fleet Reserve Association (FRA), the Ilocano Society of America (ISA), Zambaleneos Inc. and the Medical Mission of Mercy.

Celso was preceded in death by his father, Isidro, and his mother, Emilia. He is survived by his loving wife, Matilde; daughter Christine and her husband Dwayne; son Edgard and his wife Rose; daughter Lenore and husband Allan; grandsons Courtney, Ray, Matthew, Andrew, and Evan; his siblings Oscar, Romeo, Efren, Mario, Maria, Flor, Lilian and Josephine; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives and friends.



William “Mike” Gallahan died on May 18, 2020 at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, MD. He was 66.

Born on January 8, 1954 in Washington DC, Mike was the first of seven children born to Pat and Alton Gallahan. 

Mike is preceded in death by his mother Patricia Gallahan, father William Alton Gallahan, sister Kathy Canoles and sister Sharon Gallahan. Mike is survived by his wife of 42 years, Susan Gallahan, daughters Jennifer Gallahan and Laura Gallahan Norton, granddaughter Nova Jade Norton, sisters Colleen Bird and Kelley Corbin and brothers Sam Gallahan and Danny Gallahan and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. 

Mike was born and raised on Cherry Hill Farm. As one can expect from a family of seven, there was never a dull moment in that household. He had such fond memories of growing up and working on the farm alongside generations of Gallahans. He loved sharing anecdotes about life on the farm; from planting strawberries and stripping tobacco to riding his horse and pretending to be Zorro to show off for the nuns visiting from St. Mary’s of Piscataway. He cherished every minute of farm life. In fact, he would call Cherry Hill Farm home along with the rest of his family for over five decades before eventually selling the farm.

In 1976, Mike met the love of his life, Susan, and they married almost two years later in 1978. Mike and Susan built a home on Cherry Hill Farm and soon started a family of their own. After years of farming alongside his father, Alton, and his brother, Danny, Mike took a risk and turned his hobby and passion of baking into a successful career alongside his wife, Susan. He loved being the “Donut Man," and took such great pride in his bakery. Once, during an interview with the Washington Post, he even stated he would do it for free if he could because he loved it so much. 

Since 2005, Mike and Susan have been enjoying retirement. In 2017, they welcomed their first granddaughter, Nova Jade. It was clear from the beginning that Nova had Mike wrapped around her finger and that being a grandfather would be his favorite job yet. 

Due to current COVID-19 social gathering restrictions, the family will host a Celebration of Life at a later date to be announced.

Obituaries

Barbara Adams

Helen Wood

J. Harvey Suttles, III

Dean May

Mark Rossano

Regina LaPanne

Ellen Krautler

Barbara Barber

Myles Johnson

Mamie Bell

Ginger Rosela

David Rice

Oren Tisdale

Michael Lancaster

Robert Blair

Diana Adams

John Ricker, Sr.

Lindsey Rucker

Robert Poole

Philip Garofolo

Gerald Skinner

Joseph Sims

Celso Antonio

William Gallahan