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Services for Lucy are being planned for a date in the future. Condolences may be left by using the memory tabs on this page.

Michael Jones of Shady Side, MD, died on January 3, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Marion and John Jones, his brother Rick and sister Katie. He is survived by his brother Bryan Jones of Virginia, his two sons Daniel of Missouri and Andrew of Maryland, and his grandson Barrett. Mike loved sailing, flying, hunting, time with friends and, most of all spending time with his family.

Friends are invited to celebrate Michael's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Saturday, January 18 from 12 pm until his memorial service begins at 1 pm.

Mike was a pilot for Angel Flight, and it brought great joy to his heart to be able to help those who needed it. Angel Flight is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the community by providing free air transportation to children and adults with medical conditions who need treatment far from home. The help that pilots provide is huge, so please consider donating, and know is very much appreciated by those who receive the help. Donations may be made to Angel Flight East, 1501 Narcissa Road, Blue Bell, PA 19422 (online donations may be made at https://angelflighteast.org/how-to-help/donate-money/) (or you can donate your time at https://angelflighteast.org/how-to-help/donate-time/). Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.






All services for Rob will be private. A complete obituary will  be available soon. Please take a moment and leave the family a condolence by using the link on this page. 

Major Lewis C. Jones, Jr. (United States Army, Retired) was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, on August 15th, 1927.  He entered eternal life on January 1st, 2020.

In 1945, after completing high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force to take advantage of the GI Bill. He underwent training and served at the Tuskegee Alabama airfield, where he met many of the pilots who would later be known as the Tuskegee Airmen. Upon his discharge, he matriculated at South Carolina State University in 1948 under the ROTC program, where he met his future wife, Edna Ruth Hill, and pledged Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. After graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in English, he enlisted in the U.S Army, where he served with distinction for 25 years.  He was a veteran of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. 

After his military retirement, Lewis earned a Master’s in Education and went on to work for 20 years at George Mason University, holding the positions of Assistant Director of Admissions, Director of Academic Assistance, and Director of Tutorial Services. While there, he was instrumental in developing a summer program for incoming racial minority students. He also worked as a real-estate agent. In addition to his membership in Omega Psi Phi, Lewis was a faithful member of Cornerstone Baptist Church, and president of the Hillcrest Heights Civic Association, Hillcrest Heights Senior Social Club, and Iverson Mallwalkers.

His wife Edna preceded him in death in 2002.  He is survived by his sons Lewis, Wayson, and Byron; five sisters-in-law (Ida, Cal, Gracie, Doris, Katie); three brothers-in-law (Eddie, Karl, George); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, fraternity brothers, and friends.


Barbara Lee Johnston, 82, of Bowie, previously of Temple Hills, passed away on December 31, 2019. She was born on November 28, 1937, in Washington, DC, to the late George and Mary Pigott. Barbara worked many years in the telecommunications field for Verizon (Bell Atlantic, C&P Telephone). She enjoyed her membership at the Bowie Senior Center where she had many friends, volunteered and participated in countless social events including chartered day trips. She loved attending Pigott family get-togethers, local bingo nights, playing cards, reading, shopping and going to the movies. In addition to her parents, Barbara was predeceased by her siblings, George, Helen, and Eula. Her best friend and constant companion was her sister Shirley Galusky who still lives in Bowie.  Barbara is survived by her children, Pam of Emmittsburg, MD, William (Sharon) of Bowie, and Scott of Bowie; four grandchildren: Alexa of Emmittsburg, MD, Katie of Charleston, SC, Aryn of Bowie, Robert of Hope Mills, NC, and one great-grandchild. Donations may be made to the Mandrin Inpatient Care Center, 3675 Solomons Island Rd, Harwood, MD  20776, or online at https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now.  Please make sure to choose Mandrin Inpatient Care Center.  Services will be private for her family.

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William “Bill” Fraser of Edgewater, MD passed away on December 31, 2019 at Anne Arundel Medical Center after a short illness. An Annapolis area icon affectionately known as “Pops”, Bill was born in Washington, DC in 1942. After graduating from Anacostia High School in 1959, Bill accepted a position as an apprentice machinist at Harry Diamond Laboratories, now known as the Army Research Lab, and began an almost 60-year distinguished career as a U.S. Army Special Programs designer, inventor, manufacturer, fabricator, and production expert. Bill was a valued team member who mentored numerous young technicians and engineers. His knowledge of mechanical fabrication processes was unsurpassed, establishing a reputation as the technician who could do anything. He was recognized on numerous occasions for his accomplishments and received the prestigious U.S. Army Research Laboratory Technician of the Year Award in 2000. 
	 His contributions were significant, and served to ensure the success of U.S. military operations and protect the lives of U.S. service men and women.	
	Bill was a unique and likeable character known for his sense of humor. His kindness and generosity touched many, and he will be missed dearly by all who knew him. 
Outside of work, Bill had many interests. He was always the go-to-guy for answers to a myriad of questions on how things worked and how they should be repaired. He was an accomplished amateur architect and home designer who built his own beautiful home. He enjoyed traveling, going to the movies, nighttime trips to the gym, and collecting coins and scale model cars. Lastly, he was also a renowned trivia player at Middleton Tavern’s Monday night trivia challenges. All of those interests, however, were surpassed many times over by a deep love for his family. He was a wonderful husband, father, and lovable, fun-loving Grandad. 
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William and Grace Fraser and his beloved son, Kurt. He is survived by his loving family including his wife of 56 years, Rosemary (Twig); his sons, Keith (Lorraine) and Kris (Amy); his sister, Donna Cantor (John Pinney); his brother-in-law, John Thomas (Eileen); and his seven grandchildren who he was so proud of: Logan, Bailey, Elise, Christopher, Taylor, Jack, and Brody. He also leaves behind an extended family of cousins, nieces, nephews, and many GOOD friends.
A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD  on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Bill to Fish For A Cure AAMC Foundation to benefit the DeCesaris Cancer Institute at 2000 Medical Parkway Belcher Pavilion, Suite 604, Annapolis, MD 21401.
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Everett "Eddy" Dove, 91, a resident of Davidsonville, MD for 53 years, died at his home on Monday, December 30 due to congestive heart failure. Born on March 7, 1928 in Harwood, MD to the late Joseph Franklin and Leona Maxwell Dove, Everett served in the US Navy from 1946-49 where he earned several achievement medals. He was a carpenter and he owned and operated Dove Construction Co. Everett enjoyed coon hunting, playing cards, horse racing, raising tobacco and spending time with his family. 

He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Audrey Evelyn Dove. 

Everett is survived by his children, James Everett and Michelle Ann Tapp Dove both of Davidsonville, MD, Danny Roy Dove of Edgewater, MD and Dennis Franklin Dove of Versailles, IN; his siblings, Floyd Dove of Crownsville, MD, Arthur Dove of Davidsonville, MD and Geraldine Eschinger of South Carolina; his grandchildren, James Christian, Justin Aron, Danny Joseph, Dennis Sean, Luke Everett, Christina Brittany and Natalie Denise Dove and 5 great-grandchildren. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Everett's life on Sunday, January 5 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will be held on Monday, January 6 at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Davidsonville, MD.





A Memorial Mass for Kristen will be offered at Holy Family Catholic Church, 836 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville on Friday, January 31, 2020 at 11 am. Condolences may be made by using the memory tab on this page.

Anthony Guido "Tony", 89, a resident of Annapolis, MD and formerly of College Park, MD, died on Thursday, December 26 at the Mandrin Hospice House in Harwood, MD. Born on April 15, 1930 in Tyler, PA to the late Angelina and Tony Guido, Sr., Tony served in the US Army during the Korean War. He earned a Bachelor of Science and Master's degree in education from Temple University and worked as a teacher and coach at Anacostia and Roosevelt high schools in Washington, DC and an administrator with the Charles County school system. After retiring, he became a jockey agent at Maryland horse tracks and was a parishioner of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Annapolis. Tony was preceded in death by his wife, Kelly Guido and his brother, Frank Guido. He is survived by his sister, Carmella Cadori; his nephew, Mario (Erika) Cadori and his great-nieces, Francesca and Cathryn Cadori. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD on Tuesday, December 31 at 9:30 am. Interment will be at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Rd., Crownsville, MD on Thursday, January 2 at 10 am. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. Condolences may be made online by visiting the link on this page.

Walter Howell Sherbert, Jr, 89, a resident of Annapolis, MD and previously of Edgewater, MD, died on Thursday, December 26 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. Born on May 29, 1930 in Edgewater, MD to the late Elizabeth and Walter Howell Sherbert, Sr., Howell graduated from Annapolis High School in 1947. He served in the US Air Force and later worked for the Federal Government at Ft. Meade. Howell was a member of the Annapolis Elks and enjoyed bowling and baseball. He is survived by his sons, Douglas (Rindi) Sherbert of Berkeley Springs, WV and Dennis and Brian (Donna) Sherbert of Wye Mills, MD; his siblings, C. Linwood Sherbert and Eileen Sherbert Shreve, nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Howell was preceded in death by his wives, Henrietta Sherbert and Jean Trabing Sherbert and his brother, William Sherbert. Friends are invited to celebrate Howells' life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, January 2 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm where his funeral service will be held on Friday, January 3 at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Hospice of the Chesapeake. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.                                                                         

Patricia Menefee Mavity, of Easton, Maryland, passed away on December 26, 2019 at Bayleigh Chase at the age of 100. She was born on March 17, 1919 in Waynesboro, Virginia to the late Thomas Cleveland Menefee and Verdie Koontz Menefee. Pat graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Waynesboro in 1935 and from Bridgewater College in 1939. While teaching elementary school in Waynesboro, she met her future husband Robert W. Mavity. They were married on July 18, 1942. Prior to moving to Easton in 1957, she taught school in Rockingham County, Virginia. Until her retirement, she taught Home Economics at Easton High School and Easton Middle School. Pat was a long time member of the Talbot County Retired School Personnel Association. In addition to her parents and her husband, she was predeceased by her two sisters, Lucille M. Long and Jane M. Hartley, and her son Robert B. Mavity (Bob). Until his death in 2015, she was Bob’s devoted caregiver for 50 years. She is survived by her daughter Judith M. Ayscue (John) of Williamsburg, Virginia, her daughter Patricia M. Harrison of Annapolis, Maryland, and her son Thomas A. Mavity of Easton. She is also survived by her 8 grandchildren, Jay Ayscue of Los Angeles, California; Marc Ayscue (Julia) of Richmond, Virginia; Caroline Danielson (Reid) of Williamsburg, Virginia; Trip Harrison (Krissy) of Crownsville, Maryland; Todd Harrison (Kerry) of Edgewater, Maryland; Betsy Harrison of Washington, DC; Katie White (Chris) of Easton; and Ryan Mavity (Rachel) of Milford, Delaware; and her 9 great grandchildren. She will be remembered by her long time friends who played Bridge with her for over 50 years. A private celebration of her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Easton High School SOS, c/o Gary Wright, 7609 Easton Club Drive, Easton, MD 21601 or to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215.

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On December 25, 2019, Christine Annette Johnson went home to be with the Lord. She was born in Springfield, Massachusetts to Odessa Booker Johnson Wilson and Harry Johnson on December 17, 1952. She was reared and grew up in Springfield, graduating from High School of Commerce May 1971. Christine went on to attend Atlantic Air School in Hartford, Connecticut where she was recruited by Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in April 1972. She had a rewarding career traveling all over the world providing technical support to CIA initiatives. She also lived in Spain and Germany. It should be duly noted for historical purposes that Christine was the first Black Female Technical Officer for the Disguise Unit at CIA and was involved in supporting the Iranian Hostage initiative as seen in the movie "Argo". Christine had a 36-year career with the CIA. She also attended Northern VA College, Prince George's Community College, and UMUC for a total of two and half years studying international business, with Associate level equivalent in education. Then the world became her educational venue. Christine had a love for languages, which she was considered intermediate level in Spanish. Her Spanish assisted her in her South America travels. Christine spoke some French, and Portuguese. And, she could gurgle in a few other languages. Christine was a member of Mount Horeb Baptist Church in Washington, DC, and Zion Baptist Church in Springfield, Massachusetts. She leaves behind her Mother, Odessa Booker Johnson Wilson, Sister, Debra Ann Wilson, Nieces, Crystal Elaine Johnson, and Renee Annette Johnson, Great Nieces, Ekeria and Aniya Reed, and Great Nephew, Cassius Castillo. She is predeceased by: Father, Harry Johnson and her beloved Rudolph Valentino Wilson, Older Sister, Carole Renee Johnson, and Brother, Harry Lee Johnson, Jr. She leaves behind Goddaughters, Lisa Seymore, Danielle Vicks, and Britinee Parks. Her Brothers in kind: Gerald P. Hamilton, and Peter Sinegal, as well as The Board Chairman and Ladies, beloved cousins Gregory Bullock, Marion James, George Brown, Nielon Brown, Carolyn Salters, and beloved lifetime friend Richard Patrick. Also, the Golden Girls, The Tyson’s Lunch Group (her favorite part time lunch group), Renick M., Carole C., John B., Kevin H., Nicholas S., and Michael D. Beloved extended family Hope Parks, Carolyn Salters, Helen M., Ruth M., Beatrice V., Nazeeha R., Heidi D., Vickey R., Marjie B., Antje H., Beloved Gerald H., Garry S., Jon C., William B., Carole W., Jane, Diane C., Debra G., Bobby Edwards, plus a host of other good friends and family. Christine had love for her Springfield, New York and Maryland residences. She also loved what her brother Harry said, "Let the work I’ve done, speak for me!" Please continue to celebrate her life through all the great memories she has left. A celebration of life will take place on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 10am until time of Service at 11am at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment will be at a later date in Oak Grove Cemetery, Springfield, MA.





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

John Ainslie "Johnny" Lane, Jr., 81, a resident of Annapolis, MD for twenty-nine years and previously of Ellicott City, MD, died of congestive heart failure and two strokes on December 23, 2019 at his home with his wife and daughter by his side after showing a lifetime of love to them both. Born on November 30, 1938 in Baltimore, MD to the late Eva Margret Buetefisch and John Ainslie Lane, Sr., Johnny was a 1957 graduate of Howard High School and studied electrical engineering at Johns Hopkins University for two years. He was a retired Captain with United Airlines where he was based in Chicago, Washington, DC, Honolulu, San Francisco and New York. He flew Boeing 737, 727, 757, 767 and his favorite, 747 (100, 200 and 400). Johnny was an elder at the Ellicott City Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses and a member of the Annapolis North Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. In his younger years he enjoyed racing corvettes and later he was fond of flying airplanes, model railroading, sailing, water and snow skiing and horseback riding, all of which he gladly taught his friends. Most of all, it touched his heart to teach people the wonderful purpose that Jehovah God and Jesus Christ have for them in heaven and on the Paradise, Earth. He found joy in seeing people taking life-changing steps to benefit themselves and others and to have a close relationship with their Creator. Johnny is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ruth Ann Smith-Lane; daughter, Tamara Ann Lane-Wilson and "adopted" son in law, Kevin Lee Wilson both of Bowie, MD. Friends are invited to celebrate Johnny's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Monday, December 30 from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 pm. Funeral service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 65 Tarragon Lane, Edgewater, MD 21037 on Tuesday, December 31 at 10 am. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. Contributions may be made to the Jehovah's Witnesses at Kingdom Hall at the address above, (JW.org),  or Alzheimer’s Assoc. 1850 York Rd., Ste D, Timonium, MD 21093. 

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James Michael “Jim” Bieler, Jr., 56, a 17-year resident of Edgewater, MD, passed away on December 23, 2019 at Anne Arundel Medical Center surrounded by family and friends.  Born on December 24, 1962 in Meadowbrook, PA to Carol and the late James Bieler, Jim graduated an officer from St. John’s College High School in Washington, DC.  He has been the owner of Marty’s Bait and Tackle store in Edgewater since January 1, 2008.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trivia, crossword puzzles, watching football and hanging out with family and friends.  In addition to his mother, Jim is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Elizabeth “Liz” Bieler; his son, James Bieler III of Catonsville, MD and daughter, Jennifer Mendez of Havre de Grace, MD; one sister, Kathie (Vince) Farrell of Panama City, FL and his granddaughter, Gianna Montevago.  A celebration of Jim’s life will be held in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 or online at https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/default.aspx?tsid=11585&ovr_acv_id=6794&campaignSource=ONLINE&source=BS19040&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1264110&gclid=CjwKCAiAmNbwBRBOEiwAqcwwpSqfq0Dkwi6z-PowbRfq4-3DhY8hIYz2cflRvnMuTeJmZFH31iPt8hoCqeAQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Elizabeth "Betty" A. Bell, 89, a lifelong resident of Annapolis, MD, died on December 23, 2019, at her home of lung cancer following a short illness. Born October 21, 1930, in Annapolis, MD to the late Theodore and Edna Yost, she graduated from Annapolis High School in 1947 and the Fleet Business School. Betty worked at Anne Arundel General Hospital, Annapolis Jr. High School as the library secretary, Norman R. Bell & Sons as their bookkeeper, and the State of Maryland Income Tax Division as an administrator. She was a longtime member of the Ladies of the Elks and Fleet Reserve Ladies Auxiliary. Betty enjoyed knitting and latch hook, but her greatest joy came from being with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Walter S. Bell, Sr. Betty is survived by her children, Steve (Carol) Bell of Riva, MD and Sue (Ken) A. Durbin of Harwood, MD; a sister, Shirley Kimball of Annapolis, MD; five grandchildren, Jason Bell, Brian, and Tommy Lowe, Heather Sunderland, and Wendy Haley; and nine great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Betty's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Monday, December 30 from 10 am until her funeral service begins at 12 pm. Interment St. Anne's Cedar Bluff Cemetery, Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.

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Family and friends are invited to celebrate Chris' life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Saturday, December 28 from 12 pm until his funeral service begins at 1 pm.  Interment St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery, Annapolis, MD.  An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

Marion Y. Janniche, 86, a 10-year resident of Chester, MD and previously of New Carrollton, MD passed away on Friday, December 20, 2019 from complications of Alzheimer’s disease. 

Marion was born on April 3, 1933 in Coaldale, Pennsylvania to the late John and Anna Yurchak. Marion attended business college and worked in accounts receivable for the Federal Government. 

Her interests included visiting her family, travelling to Las Vegas, playing Bingo and bowling. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Washington Capitals and Redskins. She also enjoyed listening to music and dancing.

In addition to her parents, Marion was preceded in death by her husband of 18 years, Paul Janniche.

She is survived by her children; Karen Ochinero of Stevensville, MD, Erik Janniche of Stevensville, MD and Lisa Berghorn of Narragansett, RI, her siblings, John Yurchak of Lancaster, PA and Irene MacDonald of Fishers, Indiana. Marion is also survived by her grandchildren; Carly Samudre, Lauren Singh, Morgan Severa, Paul Janniche, Lucas Janniche, Duncan Berghorn and Zoe Berghorn 

A memorial service is being planned for the spring of next year.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1850 York Road, Suite D, Timonium, MD 21093 or online at www.act.alz.org/donate

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John Durkin Flanagan, 87, of Annapolis, MD, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, December 20th, 2019.  Born on July 18th, 1932, in Warsaw, NY, Jack (as he was known to family and friends) was the oldest of five siblings which included sisters Mary, Katy, and Anne, and brother Michael. Born to John and Mary Flanagan, the family relocated to Auburn, NY in 1943, where Jack attended Holy Family Grade School.  While there, Jack played various sports but was best in Basketball, where he made the varsity basketball team during his Junior and Senior years. Jack graduated from Holy Family in June of 1949 at the age of 17. 
After graduation, Jack enlisted in the Navy, beginning his term of service just two days after the start of the Korean War and was sent to Naval Station Great Lakes in Illinois for basic training. After successfully completing boot camp, Jack spent a year-and-a-half on station at Pearl Harbor where he worked tirelessly to be reassigned to duty in Korea. In 1952, He was assigned to the USS Whiting, a tender based in Korea for seaplanes serving reconnaissance duty during the war. Jack served almost two years in Korea before being transferred to San Francisco where he was honorably discharged from the Navy in April, 1954.
Shortly after returning home, Jack met and began to date Angela Ciampaglia, also of Auburn. They married in October of 1955 and during this time Jack began attending Morrisville Agricultural and Technical College under the GI Bill, graduating in 1957 with an AA degree in agricultural studies.
While working for the NY State Department of Agricultural, Jack was recruited to join a new department within the US Department of Agriculture in Washington, DC. With Angela’s support, the decision was made to relocate the family, which now numbered four boys, to Capitol Heights, MD and later Annapolis, MD, where they settled permanently.
In 1984, Jack was promoted to Division Chief of his branch within the USDA, leading the division for the next ten years until his retirement in 1994. Shortly after his retirement, wife Angela requested he find something to do as he was driving her crazy hanging out at home all day. Wisely heeding his wife’s request, Jack joined the US Naval Academy Visitors Center as a tour guide and worked part time there until 2019, where he led tours on the Academy grounds and then eventually served as a manager within the center.
During their time in Annapolis, Jack and Angela were supporters of Navy Boosters, actively involved in the local American Order of Hibernians, and Navy Football season ticket holders.  They loved their adopted city and developed many lifelong friendships in the area.  
Jack is survived by his sisters Mary and Anne, brother Michael, sons Christian (Mary Beth), Michael (LuAnn), and David (Julianne). Jack was also the proud Grandpa to nine grandchildren: Andrew, Samantha, John, Paige, Adam, Mikaela, Rex, Marleigh, Ray, and great grandson Jack. Jack was preceded in death by wife Angela and oldest son, Jack.
Friends are invited to celebrate Jack's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Sunday, December 29 from 2 to 5 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD on Monday, December 30 at 10:30 am. interment St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.


Christopher “Chris” Hettenhouser, 42, of Ridgely, MD and previously of Edgewater, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2019 at the University of Maryland Medical Center.  Chris graduated from South River High School and went on to become an auto mechanic.  He was a classic car aficionado and enjoyed attending classic car shows.  Chris was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Hettenhouser.  He is survived by his mother, Patricia Hettenhouser and sister, Lynn (George) Poknis of Edgewater.  All services will be private.  Online condolences may be offered by clicking on the memory tab on this page.

Norma Lee Floyd, 79, a 43-year resident of Harwood, MD and previously of Brownfield, TX, died of pancreatic cancer on December 19, 2019, at her home.  She was born January 15, 1940, to the late Clayton and Minnie Ora Bryson. Norma was a longtime member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, where she worked as the organist and secretary.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two siblings, Joyce Cabe and J.C. Meeks.  Norma is survived by her husband of 61 years, Bernie Avon Floyd; two children, Diane Balsley and her husband, Manny; Chris Floyd and Heather Buhaj; a nephew, Doug Cabe; a brother-in-law, Carl Cabe, Jr.; three grandchildren, Paul and Allison Balsley, and CJ Floyd; and a step granddaughter, Madison Cornwell.  Family and friends are invited to celebrate Norma's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Saturday, December 21 from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm.  A funeral service will be held at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 122 Bayard Rd., Lothian, MD on Sunday, December 22 at 1 pm.  Interment immediately following in the church cemetery.  An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

Peter Alexander Witkowski, 67, a two year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Crofton, MD for 18 years, died at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis on Thursday, December 19 due to a heart attack. Born on March 21, 1952 in Hammersmith, London to the late Alexander and Jean Witkowski, Peter earned a bachelor of science degree in business and public administration from the University of Maryland. He worked as a general manager with Clean Edge and the Fitch Co.  Peter enjoyed baseball, cars, history and being with his family. He was the beloved husband of 30 years of Lisa Witkowski; father of Alexander Witkowski of Edgewater, MD and Emma (Ryan Crim) Witkowski of Virginia Beach, VA; brother of John (Theresa) Witkowski of Sykesville, MD and Elizabeth Witkowski of Falls Church, VA; brother-in-law of Linda Keppler, Laura and Jeff Gilmartin, Buddy and Francie Sekely and Laverne and Buddy Zimmer; uncle of Adrianne Witkowski, Diana (Justin) Sherrill, Jenna (Sean) Reily, Sarah Zimmer, Carlie (Matt) Wesche, Drew Sekely and Brad (Kristin) Keppler. Memorial service will be held at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, December 27 at 12:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Obituaries

Lucille Bourdeau

Michael Jones

Robert Sharpe

Lewis Jones

Barbara Johnston

William Fraser

Everett Dove

Jerry Wing

Florent Tabora

Kirsten Rodriguez

Anthony Guido, Jr.

W. Howell Sherbert, Jr.

Patricia Mavity

Christine Johnson

Mary Fletcher

John Lane

James Bieler

Elizabeth Bell

Chris Demas

Marion Janniche

John Flanagan

Christopher Hettenhouser

Norma Floyd

Peter Witkowski