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Joseph E. Krupinsky ,85, a resident of Annapolis, MD died on Saturday, October 25 of natural causes. Born on March 12, 1940, in Springfield, VT to the late Walter and Angelina Joan Albano Krupinsky, Joe graduated from Springfield High School in 1958 and went on to attend St. Michael’s College before earning his Accounting Degree from Southeastern University. He began his career as an intern with Nationwide Insurance for two years before joining the Department of Defense, where he proudly served with the U.S. Navy for 38½ years. He also spent a year with the Water Control Division of the Department of the Interior, helping to establish what became the Environmental Protection Agency. On November 28, 1964 he married the love of his life, Eleanor Elizabeth Kennedy. Together, they raised four children and shared 56 years of marriage before Eleanor’s passing on May 31, 2021. Joe enjoyed all kinds of sports and had a real talent for baking. Each Christmas, he made a variety of cookies to share with family and friends, a tradition everyone looked forward to. His homemade stuffing was another favorite, always a highlight at both Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners.

Joe is survived by his children, Colleen Krupinsky, Christine (Tony) Bruno, Kevin (Kelly) and Steven Krupinsky; his four grandchildren, Elisabeth and Nathan Krupinsky and Matthew and Johnathan Bruno and his dear friend, Gail Zimmerman. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, November 4 at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sons and Daughters of Italy, Annapolis Lodge #2225, 620 Ridgely Ave. Annapolis, MD 21401 or the Springfield Elks Lodge #150, 49 Park Street Springfield, VT 05156.

Daniel Timothy Graham went to his heavenly home on Saturday, October 25 after a long health battle. He joins his parents (Walter Jr & Katherine) and two of his brothers (David & Samuel). He leaves behind his brother Walter (Noemi), his sister-in-law Joni, and countless nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews, among other loving family and friends. Daniel loved listening and dancing to music, watching sports, and making people laugh. He was generous with what he had through ongoing charitable donations, and he always dreamed of getting rich from a lottery windfall or stock market boom. Daniel was proud of his service and leadership in the Masonic Order and his decades of service to the federal government. He had an impressive knowledge of history and Biblical facts, and he loved the story of the prodigal son. His bravery, resilience, honesty, and humility have inspired many, and his infectious smile will be dearly missed.

The family will receive visitors at Townes Funeral Home in Danville on Wednesday October 29, 2025, from 4:00 until 6:00pm. Further details will follow on services in the Washington, DC area. A visitation will be held at Kalas Funeral Home in Oxon Hill, MD from 10am-12pm on Tuesday November 4th with a graveside service to follow at 1 P.M. at Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Carolyn Ciepiela of Annapolis, MD, passed away on October 24, 2025, at age 93. Born in Montreal, Quebec, on October 14, 1932, she began her career as a legal secretary working for the Canadian Foreign Office in Ottawa. In 1957, she accepted an assignment to serve in the Canadian Embassy in Moscow, USSR, where she met her husband, Robert Ciepiela, who was posted at the US Embassy in the Naval Attache’s Office. Thereafter, she lived the life of a Navy spouse, raising three daughters in various postings in the US, the Philippines, and Panama. After Robert retired from the Navy, she was employed by the Panama Canal Company, and when they repatriated to the US in 1980, she worked at several Dallas law firms. She completed a BA in History at the University of Texas, Dallas. They moved to Annapolis in 2003 to reside at Baywoods, where Robert passed away in 2015.

A longtime member of the League of Woman Voters (LWV), Carolyn worked passionately to maintain the integrity of the electoral process. She was instrumental in reviving the Anne Arundel chapter of the League and organized candidates forums for local and state elections – volunteer service for which she recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the LWV. At Baywoods, she was an anchor resident and participated actively in governance by serving several terms as an elected member of the Board advocating for the interests of the resident community.

Carolyn was known as a dear friend to many throughout her life. She gave easily and generously to friends who returned to her their precious gifts of kindness and care.

A memorial event will be held at Baywoods on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 3:30-5pm in Norair Hall, arranged by her daughters Catherine, Cecilia, and Marie Ciepiela. She also is survived by her grandchildren Jack and Connor Gaughan, and Ava Kaelin; her son-in-law, Andrew Kaelin; and her siblings James Wood and Barbara Wood of Ontario, Canada.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in her honor can be made to the League of Women Voters at https://donate.lwv.org/page/84107/donate/1.  


MARJORIE A. (DENTITH) HERMAN  

On Friday, October 24, 2025; beloved wife of the late Richard J. Herman, Sr.; mother of Patricia (Donnie) Applekamp, Nancy (Phil) Rigby, Deborah (Pat) Rigby, Richard (Teresa) Herman, Jr., and Jacquelynne Pate; sister of the late Shirley Donaldson, Jean Ford, Janet Haupt, the late Nancy Smith; and best friend of Nancy Moles. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Margie's Life Celebration on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 10:30 A.M. until the start of the service at 11 A.M. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD., followed by interment at RESURRECTION CEMETERY, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735.







With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Paul Albert Parolski, Sr., age 84, on October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 22, 1941, in Medford, Massachusetts, Paul was the cherished son of Albert and Mary Grace Parolski. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, cousin, uncle, friend, and neighbor whose warmth and spirit touched all who knew him. 

Paul lived a life defined by integrity, hard work, and compassion. He was deeply dedicated to his career and to those he loved, earning the admiration of colleagues, friends, and family alike. Known for his kindness, humor, and generosity, Paul had a gift for bringing people together and making everyone feel valued. 

Outside of his professional career with the Department of Defense, Paul found great joy working with his “Capital Centre Family”. A lifelong fan of Washington, D.C. sports, he cheered passionately for his hometown teams. His love of family, music, and travel enriched every chapter of his life, and his joyful energy was infectious to all who shared in his adventures. 

Paul proudly served in the National Guard and was called to duty during the 1960s riots in Washington, D.C.—a testament to his lifelong commitment to service and community. 
Paul’s greatest pride was his family. 

He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Margie L. Parolski; his brother, Richard A. Parolski; and his mother-in-law, Jean Poland. He is also survived by his children, daughter Christine P. Martein and son-in-law Robert Martein; son Paul A. Parolski, Jr.; and daughter Sarah Parolski and son-in-law Paul Happel. His grandchildren brought him immense joy: William A. Treff, Katherine D. Treff, Nicolas Parolski, Isadora Parolski, Paul Charles (Charlie) Happel, Wellington (Wells) Happel, and Henry R. Happel. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Al and Grace, his stepfather, Richard Bowman, his brother, Kenneth F. Parolski, and his father-in-law, Richard Poland. 
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Paul’s life on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 12:00 PM. Interment will take place at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.

Online condolences can be made by using the memories link on this page. 







Yvonne Mary Samuel “…fought the good fight, …finished the race, …kept the faith.” 

Yvonne departed this life Thursday morning, October 23rd, 2025, at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. Until her transition, she was talking, smiling, and laughing as she enjoyed her 84 years of living life—never letting life live her. 

Born on July 4, 1941, in Washington, D.C., Yvonne was the eldest of seven children born to the late Joseph A. Waters and Flossie M. (Hughes) Shaw. She grew up in Southeast Washington, D.C., and later in Fairmont Heights, Maryland, where she graduated from Fairmont Heights High School. Yvonne went on to have three beloved children: Delphine D. Coleman, William Leroy Moseley Jr., and Michelle Y. Woodley. 

Yvonne had a gift for service and was a natural caregiver. It came as no surprise that she began her noble career by operating an in-home daycare service. From 1971 to 1981, she worked for the Department of Justice (Immigration & Naturalization Service - INS), the National Labor Relations Board, and the D.C. Department of Licenses, Investigations & Inspections. Thereafter, Yvonne earned certification and licensure in Early Childhood Education and operated her own personalized daycare service. 

As an extension of her nurturing spirit, she later obtained certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Through this calling, she cared for countless children and elderly family members. Many reading this may nod in agreement, as she likely helped you or your loved ones at some point in your lives. 

Yvonne loved everyone—especially her family—and was the family historian of sorts. With her keen knowledge of family connections, she believed it was important to stay in touch and visit aunts, cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and uncles as often as she could. At some point, she probably even opened her home to many of them for short stays when they needed a place to go. 

Yvonne was a soldier for Christ and loved the Lord with all her heart. She was truly dedicated to her Catholic faith, having been baptized in the Church and having completed all required sacraments. She was a long-time member of Assumption Roman Catholic Church in Southeast Washington, D.C. As a continuation of her faithful Catholic practice, Yvonne served as a Lay Minister and completed two years of Lay Ministry training at St. Joseph’s Seminary, along with four years in the Education Parish Service Program at Trinity University. 

Yvonne was compassionate, fiery, outspoken, and at times unfiltered. She was always smiling, loved giving, sharing wisdom, and quoting and sharing daily Bible verses. She loved traveling throughout the United States and abroad—especially throughout the Caribbean islands.  

Yvonne was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Joseph Waters Jr. and Gary Waters Sr. 

She leaves to cherish her memory: 

Her three children and their spouses: Delphine D. Coleman, William Leroy Moseley Jr. (Debra M Tunney), and Michelle Y. Woodley (Glenn Woodley Jr.) 

Grandchildren: Shannon D. Tate, Jordan L. Moseley, Isaiah Woodley, Dominique N Buckmon, Chermaine Woodley, Christopher Woodley, and Glenn Woodley III 

Great-grandchildren: Charles Tate, Jahlil Tate, and Paris Tate 

Siblings: Marie Proctor, Magnolia Waters, Tyrone Waters Sr., and Antoinette Porter 

Along with a devoted host of cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, friends, and neighbors 

Relatives and friends are invited to Yvonne's Life Celebration on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 from 10 A.M. until the start of Mass of Christian Burial at 11 A.M. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8908 Old Branch Ave., Clinton, MD 20735. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735.

Claire Lou Conley (née Nicewarner), aged 92, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength. Born on December 21, 1932, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Claire was the second eldest of six children born to Phillip Earl Nicewarner and Anna-Mar Celestine. She grew up surrounded by her siblings—Sonny, Joe, Jimmy, Bobby, and Mary—with Jimmy remaining as the last surviving sibling. 

Claire graduated from Washington Irving High School in 1950 and soon after married the love of her life, Thomas Eugene Conley (also from Clarksburg), in June of that year at Trinity Methodist Church in Annapolis, Maryland. Their marriage spanned 65 beautiful years until Tom’s passing in 2016. 

Together, Claire and Tom built a life rooted in family. Their early married years were spent in Clarksburg, WV. In 1957 they moved to Annapolis, MD where they remained for nearly five decades before relocating to Sevierville, Tennessee in 2006. Following Tom’s death, Claire returned to Maryland, where she spent her remaining years surrounded by loved ones. 

Claire’s early career included work at Sears and Roebuck in West Virginia, and later at the Blind Industries Company in Maryland, who supported the visually impaired community. Her nurturing spirit led her to become a beloved teacher’s aide at Tyler Heights Elementary School, a role she held for eight years until retirement. 

She was a devoted mother to three children: Jerry (deceased) and his wife Robin of Stevensville, Roger and his wife Dorothy of Killeen, Texas, and Patty and her husband Wayne of Lothian, Maryland. Her love extended to seven grandchildren—Scarlett (Bobby), Carolina (Renn), Roger Jr. (deceased), Chris (Jamie), Travis (Rachael), Matthew (Lauren), and Tyler (Emily)—13 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. 

Claire’s hands were rarely idle. She found joy in crafting, sewing, counted cross-stitch, crochet, and later, paint-by-numbers. She cherished playing bingo and card games like Phase 10, and was a dedicated homemaker who lovingly cared for several of her grandchildren before they began school. Her affection for animals, especially her dogs—Star, Bruno, Spike, Sooner, and Lucy—was a constant throughout her life.  

Claire will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her mischievous sense of humor, her unwavering love for family, and the quiet grace with which she lived her life. Her legacy lives on in the generations she nurtured and the memories she created.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Claire's life on Thursday, October 30 from 10-11 AM until the start of her service at 11 AM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will follow at Glen Haven Memorial Park. For those who wish to attend the service virtually, please use the following link: <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83898306935?pwd=4EMF4XksMygtbbR3tbEa3sbXiNhhZJ.1">online here</a>
Should you be prompted for a passcode, please use: 097006

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to <a href="https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/AACSPCA">Anne Arundel County SPCA</a> in Claire's honor. 

Mary Anne Vick, 93, a 67-year-resident of Edgewater, died peacefully at her daughter’s home in Stevensville, MD on October 22, 2025.

Mary Anne lived a full and joyful life centered around family and community. Mary Anne Morgan was born in Annapolis, MD. on December 3,1931. Her education began at the Germantown school located on West Street in Annapolis. She entered Annapolis High School (Now Maryland Hall) and graduated in 1948.

Upon graduation, Mary Anne was employed by the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company on Main Street, Annapolis.  She married Ashley Vick in September 1950, and they settled in Annapolis, moving to Edgewater two years later. Following her husband’s retirement as Chief of the Anne Arundel County Police in 1979, Mary Anne worked with her husband to open Ashley Vick Realty in Edgewater.  She lived in Chestnut Hill until moving to Brightview Senior Living in Annapolis in 2019.

Mary Anne’s hobbies over the years included playing cards, bingo, bowling, playing Nintendo, painting and knitting. She also enjoyed playing golf and played with the Eisenhower Ladies Golf Association. Additionally, she volunteered at Parkwood United Methodist Church and Mayo Methodist Church where she also volunteered to knit blankets and caps for newborns.

Mary Anne is survived by her daughter, Terry Grant, and her husband, Mike, of Stevensville, MD; her grandchildren; Lindsay Campbell and husband Chris, of Chestertown, MD, Bret Grant and his wife Lisa, of Annapolis, MD; and her great-grandchildren; Grant and Crew Campbell, and Tyler, Chase and Maddie Cronk. Mary Anne was preceded in death by her loving husband of 54 years, Ashley Vick in 2004 and her son Jay Vick in 1997. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Raymond Charles and Florence A. Morgan; brothers Carl and Jack Morgan and her sister Ray Landers.

Family and friends are invited to visit with the family on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 2 pm - 5 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037, where her funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 28, at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary Anne’s name to Compass Hospice, 160 Coursevall Drive, Centreville, MD 21617, or online <a href="https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E354255&id=2">here</a>. 

Online Condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.


Mary Chaffee Summers, cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on October 21, 2025. The daughter of Gertrude Brown Chaffee and Clarence Milton Chaffee, she was born on September 15, 1932, in Canton, Ohio. As a child, the family moved to Columbus, Ohio, and later to Arlington, Virginia where her father worked for the government as part of the war effort in WWII. On October 17, 1959, she married Paul Francis Summers, Jr., and they enjoyed a close and happy marriage until he passed in 2015.

Although she was raised in the city, Mary grew up as a tomboy (as she described it) and loved living an active life of horseback riding and playing outside.  She married Paul, whom she admired for his strong character and gentle spirit -- a farmer at heart. They eventually found “Mt. Airy” their 1850 Davidsonville, Maryland home, which they lovingly restored. They shared a love for the outdoors and gardening together. Thoughtfully preserving their historic home was their passion, and they passed on this respect and love of old houses to their children and grandchildren.

Mary had a warm smile, a ready sense of humor, and was gracious and kind to everyone she encountered. She would strike up friendly conversation with everyone she met, from strangers in the checkout line to a new neighbor or her children’s friends. Mary loved poetry and found joy in art and in appreciating God’s creation in nature. On walks at Mt. Airy she delighted in pointing out a special flower, a thriving fern, or a stone that had an interesting color or shape. 

In later years, Mary spent countless hours researching family history, searching out both genealogy and stories about her ancestors to honor their memory. Mary’s steadfast Christian faith was an example to her family as was her devotion to her mother, with whom she had a very special bond as an only child.

Mary will be remembered by her children, Margaret (Margo) Summers Jones (and her husband Barry Martin (Marty) Jones), Paul Francis Summers, III, a cherished honorary family member Tina Hamilton, and her grandchildren, John Richard Lopez (wife Ameerah Lopez), Andrew Robert Lopez, Caroline Summers Barnett (husband Ben Barnett), and Paul Francis Summers, IV. She is reunited in Heaven with her husband, Paul Francis Summers, Jr., and daughter-in-law, Mary Johannes Summers.

Friends and family are invited to visit with the family at Mt. Airy on Tuesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 30, from 6:30-8:30 pm, 849 Mount Airy Rd., Davidsonville, Md.
Following Mary’s wishes, there will be a small, private memorial gathering of her children and grandchildren. She later will be interred next to her husband, Paul, and near her parents at Arlington Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at  Online Donations - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,  501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or online <a href="https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?frequency_selected=0&dedication=1&sc_dcm=137187318174&sc_cid=kwp&sl=memorial-gift&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1285465&ds_rl=1291300&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17681679263&gbraid=0AAAAADuyZN4U9COtkD_c40o4P4LuCi1DL&gclid=CjwKCAjwgeLHBhBuEiwAL5gNEZiyl30xiiXm0c2cedZNSXgXXCjQN7RJREhXl3DRpFGA4a2CJlppChoC-2EQAvD_BwE">HERE</a> or to the National Trust for Historic Preservation, 600 14th Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005 or online <a href="https://support.savingplaces.org/page/78511/donate/1?transaction.othamt1=WF26ZZSGACTC">ONLINE HERE</a>

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Sunrise: June 25, 1958 – Sunset: October 21, 2025 

Mary Lee Hughes of Fort Washington peacefully entered eternal rest on October 21, 2025 at the age of 67. She was lovingly welcomed into Heaven by her parents, brother, sister and nephew who awaited her at Heaven’s gate.  

Mary was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, godmother and friend whose warmth, and love for others touched everyone around her. Though she never married or had children of her own, her heart overflowed with love for her family and friends. She was the proud Godmother to Jessica, Ricky and Charlie and the very best “Aunt Mary” to her many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great- great nieces and nephews. Nothing brought her more joy than when a new baby joined the family, she celebrated each one as a precious gift.  

Mary was a lifelong sports fan who cheered passionately for her favorite teams: Washington Commanders, Nationals, Capitals and the Maryland Terps. Through her fan club pages and sports communities, she made countless friends who became extended family. We have been so blessed to hear about the lives she touched through those communities; she was not just a sports fan, she was a light in their lives. Her energy, spirit, and love for the game connected her to so many but it was her heart for the people that shined. She will be deeply missed.  

Mary is survived by her sweet Yorkie Bella, who will continue to be spoiled in North Carolina with family. Mary’s laughter, loyalty and love for her family and friends will live on in the many lives she touched. Her legacy is one of joy, compassion and connection.  

The family would like to give a special thank you to Sharon Simpson for being such a wonderful friend/sister to Mary, for being her voice, and for holding her hand as Jesus walked her home. Your care, compassion and kindness mean more than words can ever express, and you will always be a special part of our family.   

Mary’s internment will be private. A plan for a National’s game in 2026 is in the works for all that can attend to remember Mary. Followed by a trip to Hovermale’s Ice cream for Mary’s favorite.  

Family is God’s greatest blessing; may we cherish one another always. 

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Relatives and friends are invited to gather for Elizabeth's Life Celebration on Friday, November 7, 2025 from 10 A.M. until the start of the service at 11 A.M. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill MD 20745.

Private interment to be held at a later date.

Relatives and friends are invited to Elijah's Life Celebration on Monday, October 27, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745 where a funeral service will be held the next day on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 11 a.m.  A burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery, 1300 Wilkes Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. 

John Edward Beck, “Tubby”, 82, a former resident of Hyattsville and Dunkirk, MD, passed away on October 13, 2025, in Annapolis, MD, surrounded by his family.
John was born on February 9, 1943, in Washington, DC, to the late Edward George, Jr., and Cecelia Blanche Beck.

John graduated from Northwestern High School in Hyattsville and then attended the University of Maryland.  He went on to work at C&P Telephone, where he eventually retired. After retiring, John remained active by taking on various jobs and was widely known as a "Jack of all Trades."

He was a member of the Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Department, the Telephone Pioneers, the Terrapin Club, and a parishioner of Our Lady of the Fields. He enjoyed University of Maryland Sports, coaching youth sports, and watching his grandkids play sports.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his loving wife of 46 years, Naomi “Nina” Beck, and his brother, George Beck.

He is survived by his children, Johnny Beck and his wife Jeanette of West River, Judy Beck of Glen Burnie, James Beck of Huntingtown, and Jennifer Lyons and her husband, Eric of Davidsonville, MD, one sister, Peggy Green of Odenton, MD. He is also survived by his 8 grandchildren: Josh Beck and his wife, Samantha, Jessica MacRae and her husband, Corey, Justin Wood and his wife, Alexandra, Jordon Wade and her husband, Sonny, Jeremy Beck and his wife, Jessica, Tanner Beck and his wife, Kiley, Jack Lyons, and Jason Lyons, and 16 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John’s memory to either the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011, or to a charity of your choice in John’s memory.

THE FAMILY ASKS THAT IF YOU ATTEND THE SERVICES FOR JOHN, YOU WEAR EITHER YOUR BEST UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GEAR OR CASUAL ATTIRE.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate John’s life on Friday, November 28th, 2025, from 1-3 and 6-8pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A Mass of the Resurrection will be offered on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 11am at Our Lady of the Fields Catholic Church, 1070 Cecil Ave S, Millersville, MD 21108. Inurnment will follow at the church cemetery.   The funeral Mass can be streamed live at the following:  
https://m.youtube.com/@ourladyofthefields 


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Lillian Christine “Lily” Mali, age 70 and a lifelong resident of Annapolis, died on October 13, 2025, with her family by her side. Born in Annapolis on November 5, 1954, she was a devoted wife and mother, while also working as a Title Processor for many years before retiring as an Administrative Assistant at the District Court.

Lily had a special relationship with each of her siblings and spoke of them often. Playing cards and getting together for holidays was something she cherished. She took great pride in hosting Christmas every year. As Lily grew older, she assumed the role of Nana. Her favorite role yet. Her grandbabies were her number one source of joy.  She loved having sleepovers, snuggling and sharing lots of sweet treats.  Lily enjoyed sharing a meal and laughter with family, especially over Thanksgiving, which was her favorite holiday.  She loved the beach, especially summer vacations in OCMD. Some of her favorite things were soaking up the sun, chocolate nuggets, good music, soap operas, the game show network, traveling and a good ice cold fountain coke.  She accepted people as they were and knew how to make anyone feel special. Her love for others was her greatest quality.

Lily is survived by her husband of 44 years, Michael Mali; two daughters, Erin Youngs (and her husband Scott) of Arnold and Kristin Canevazzi (and her husband Adam) of Annapolis; her stepdaughter, Stacie Mali of Seaford, DE; her sister, Mary Lamb (and her husband Jimmy); her grandchildren, Jacob Canevazzi, Lily Canevazzi, Dean Canevazzi, Hope Mali, Brittany Lugasi and Christopher Walters; and her great-grandchildren, Lawson and Wren Lugasi.  She is also survived by many nieces and nephews whom she adored, and two great nieces who she shared an undeniable bond with, Riley and Sloane Tomaselli. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Libby Wilkinson,  and her three brothers, Michael, Tommy and Bill Wilkinson.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Lily’s life on Sunday, October 19 from 3-5 and 7-9 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, October 20 at 10:30 AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, with burial to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Annapolis. To share memories and honor the life of Lily, the family invites you to join them for a celebration of life at the Annapolis Elks Lodge immediately following the burial. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.KalasFuneralHomes.com.



Donald William Monaghan, Jr., known to his family as “Pop” passed away at his home on October 13, 2025. He was 75 years old. 

Donald was born on January 17, 1950 to the late Donald William Monaghan and Wilma Monaghan. 

After graduating from Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School, he went on to serve in the United States Army from November 1969 through July 1991 as a Utility Helicopter Technical Inspector. During his time in the Army, he honorably served in the Vietnam War and was proud to be a Vietnam Veteran. 

Following his honorable retirement from the Army, Donald worked as a handyman. He enjoyed fishing, going out on the boat, spending time with his grandkids, working on cars, and caring for his dogs. 

Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Nancy Lee Monaghan. 
He is survived by his six children Robert (Tanya) Lee of Peoria, Arizona, Michelle (John) Taylor of Bunker Hill, West Virginia, Ronald (Roxanne) Lee of Glen Burnie, MD, Carrie (Todd) Jackson of Hamilton, VA, Shannon (Robbie) Monaghan-Ramey of Southern Maryland, and Donald (Jennifer) W. Monaghan III of Davidsonville, MD, his grandsons which include his namesake Donald William Monaghan IV, and Robert III, Brian, Jacob, Nicholas, Macky, Rocky, Johnny, Tyler, Ronald Jr., Donald Scott, his granddaughters Melissa, Lee Ann, Vivian, Kierstyn, Nichole, and Madysen, his 15 great grandchildren including his namesake Donald William Monaghan V, his siblings Michael “Tony”, Angela “Angel”, Donna, Kathleen “Kathy”, and Kevin. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Donald’s life on Saturday, November 22 from 1 to 2 PM where his funeral service will begin at 2 PM at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road Edgewater, MD 21037. Burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. 

Steven Maurice Greene of Oxon Hill, Maryland passed away peacefully at his home on October 12, 2025, at the age of 60.

Steven was the only child born to Frank and Helen Greene. Entering this life on March 5, 1965, Steven was a lifelong resident of Oxon Hill. After graduation from high school, Steven attended Brevard College in North Carolina for two years before returning to Maryland to work with the United States Capitol Police in 1988. Steven dedicated 37 years of his life serving the USCP, starting as a Communications Dispatcher and rising to Operations Support Assistant before retiring in 2025.

Steven will always be remembered for his positive outlook on life. He was described as “smiling with his eyes” every time he talked to people about work, the Redskins/Commanders, or the latest superhero movies.

Steven was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen. He leaves behind extended family and dear friends spanning the eastern seaboard of the United States.

Kelly Brimmer-Pittman, lovingly known as “Kelly Darlin”, 63, a 44-year resident of Annapolis, MD and previously of Bowie, MD passed away on October 12, 2025. Born on June 6, 1962 in Washington, DC, she attended Towson University School of Nursing before beginning careers with Arnold Family Practice and Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Religious Education. Kelly also homeschooled all three of her children. During the homeschooling years she worked part time at the Mexican Café. Kelly concluded her career as substitute teacher at Key School. She was a parishioner at Trinity Lutheran Church and Saint Mary’s Catholic Church. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading, traveling, learning languages, coaching sports, music and the arts, boating, crabbing, and horseback riding. Kelly is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years, Randy Pittman; her children, Emily Anderson of Colorado, Maggie Zarker of Washington, and Olivia Lutzky of Spain; her brothers, Keith, Kirk, and Karl Brimmer; and two granddaughters, Nina and Mila Lutzky. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Kelly’s life on Friday, November 14 at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105). 


Allen G. Brown, better known as "Huckle" or "Brownie," passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, at age 76, surrounded by family. He was a longtime resident of Lothian, MD and was born on October 9, 1949, in Washington, DC to Charlotte Arvella Southard.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Jeanette, whom he married in December 1978. His three sons William “Bill” F. Luckett, David A. Brown (Michele) and Michael N. Brown (Kerrie) as well as his grandchildren Lou Brown, Brianna Brown and Kyle Stout. His stepfather William “Billy” Dove. His siblings John Brown, William Brown (Kathy), Denise Wells (Doug), Lynn Dove (Dr. Michael Edenfield) and numerous nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his mother Charlotte Dove and his sisters Phyllis Davidson and Anita Martin. 

Huckle was raised in Camp Springs and Clinton, Maryland by his devoted mother, Charlotte. As the eldest of seven siblings, he developed an early passion for tractors, trucks, and outdoor activities alongside his brothers and sisters. Demonstrating strong mechanical aptitude from a young age, he possessed a remarkable ability to repair various items. By his teenage years, he was rebuilding lawnmowers and car engines, as well as assembling salvaged vehicles to restore them to working condition.

At 16, once he was able to drive, he took a job to help his mother support his siblings while continuing high school to graduate. After finishing high school, he began working in excavating and heavy equipment, launching his career by driving a dump truck for GLY Development and still doing mechanical work for family and friends.

It was at GLY where he earned his second popular nickname “Brownie”. Brownie was GLY’s “Ace in the Hole.” Not only could he run circles around all the other drivers, only a few people there knew he could turn wrenches, including Buddy Farr. He knew Brownie had a keen mechanical and diagnostic ability on trucks and heavy equipment, mostly Mack’s and Caterpillars, but he really could fix anything you gave him. This was when he started making a name for himself in the DC Metro area. 

After several years at GLY, he joined Buddy Farr Excavating in 1977. Together with some colleagues, he helped build a shop in Forestville, MD, marking the beginning of his peak years. While Buddy was the owner, Huckle Brown essentially operated the business, serving as the mechanic for all trucks and equipment. More than just a parts changer, he specialized in diagnosing, rebuilding, and repairing machinery. For two decades, Huckle was the Lowboy Driver, proudly caring for a custom-built 1973 Mack R-600 Maxidyne that he personally picked up from the plant in Allentown, PA. That was his baby! He continued driving that truck for both GLY and Buddy Farr until 1993.

He took on every role imaginable: welding, painting, using heavy machinery, driving a dump truck, and countless other tasks. He was a superb mentor for anyone eager to learn—so long as you could keep a steady hold on a flashlight!

Brownie was known across the Metro area as the go-to expert for heavy equipment and trucks, taking on many side jobs in the 1980s. He earned his third nickname "Doc"; short for Dr. Brown because if he couldn't fix something, no one could.

He joined Metrex Excavating and DC Materials in 1993, working on heavy equipment and trucks while mentoring younger mechanics. Later, he managed the Topsoil plant at Daisy Lane until retiring in 2018, increasing its profits substantially during his tenure… One thing he was strict about was tailgate etiquette—slamming it meant being banned from the yard!

Huck’s main interests revolved around automobiles. He had a passion for classic cars, street rods, and he loved building vehicles. Circle track racing and riding motorcycles also brought him joy. In his twenties, Huck and some friends built a few race cars that they competed with at local tracks on weekends, often spending evenings after work making repairs and improvements. It was at one of these races in the late 1970s where he met the love of his life Jeanette, who would become his wife. After marrying, they settled in Lothian, MD, and remained there to raise their family. Known as a strong man and a good man, He was both a devoted husband and father. He was a great cook, a skill he picked up from his mother. If someone wronged him, he wasn’t shy about speaking up. He instilled important values in his sons, teaching them to respect women, appreciate the value of money, maintain a solid work ethic, and to always stand up for their beliefs. 

Huck also taught his boys how to float gears with a Jake brake, how to weld and how to turn wrenches. More importantly he taught them how to be a man’s man. He also enjoyed spending time with his entire family on Sundays at Granny’s house. Huckle fully supported his eldest son Bill at the Special Olympics every year at the Naval Academy. He may have had a rough and tough exterior, but if you cracked him, he was a loving man and a softy for animals, especially his dogs. 

He cared deeply for his grandchildren and enjoyed spoiling and spending time with them, particularly during the holidays. He valued Lou and B.B.’s weekly visits and took pride in making those occasions special.

His service will be private. A celebration of life will be held on November 8, 2025, at 1:30pm at the American Legion Post 226, 830 E. Central Avenue, Edgewater, MD 21037.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Special Olympics in Maryland. 



Robert A. Gray, Sr., 83, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, in Annapolis, Maryland. “Bob,” as he was known by family and friends, was a Maryland resident until 2006 when he retired to Northwestern Florida, and then returned to Maryland in September 2024.
 
Bob was born on June 10, 1942 to James A. Gray, Sr. and Ellen G. Gray (nee Shurtleff) of Hyattsville, Maryland. A graduate of Northwestern High School’s Class of 1960, he worked for Giant Foods before becoming a skilled tower crane operator and International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local #77 member for 20 years. He also taught at IUOE’s Joint Apprentice Training Center in Accokeek, MD. Two decades later, he acquired a new set of skills and became an HVAC specialist at the U.S. Department of Interior in Washington, D.C. from which he retired with nearly 21 years of service (2006).
 
Bob was a people person who loved conversation and making others laugh. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting, waterskiing, and nature, in general—particularly exotic birds. Living near the Chesapeake Bay, he spent countless hours boating, waterskiing and hanging out with his family and friends on the Rhode and West Rivers. Additionally, he had a passion for bluegrass music and was a determined banjo student for about 30 years. He loved playing at local music “jams” with others who shared his enthusiasm. 
 
In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his former wife of 44 years, Valerie J. Gray (nee Boteler) (2020); their son, Robert A. Gray, Jr. (2010); and Bob’s younger brother, Gary Gray (2007).
 
He is survived by his daughter, Darlene Gray Kinstler, and son-in-law, Jay Kinstler, of Harwood, MD; and two grandchildren, Brad Kinstler (and wife, Morgan, and great-granddaughter Eleanor Grace) of Arnold, MD; and Nick Kinstler of Washington, D.C. He is also survived by two brothers, James A. Gray, Jr. (and wife, Neta) of Olney, MD; and Donald Gray (and wife, Bonnie) of Montgomery Village, MD; as well as nine beloved nieces and nephews.
 
A memorial gathering will be held on October 23, 2025, between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. 
 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Bob’s name to either: 
•	Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation (mailing address: Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation, John and Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122; online: https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/, or by phone: 443-837-3385); or to
•	The Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Attn: Membership Department,
6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403.


Relatives and friends are invited to gather for Thama's Life Celebration on Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 10 A.M. until the start of the service at 11 A.M. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, MD 20745. Interment to follow at King Memorial Park, 8710 Dogwood Road, Baltimore, MD 21244.

Marilyn Phillips Chance, 81, a twenty-four-year resident of Annapolis, MD, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Marilyn was born on October 2, 1944, in Manchester, CT to the late Fred and Ruth Phillips. She graduated from the University of Connecticut with a B.S. in Nursing before beginning her career as a nurse. She rose to become the head nurse at Manchester Hospital, where she met the love of her life—and her future husband—Tom Chance, who was her patient at the time.

A devoted woman of God, Marilyn lived her faith daily. She was a long-time member of the Church of the Nazarene, where she sang in the choir, read the Bible cover to cover, led Bible studies in her home, and made sure the seniors in her community could always get to church by faithfully driving them herself.

In her spare time, Marilyn enjoyed cheering on UConn basketball, visiting Martha’s Vineyard, volunteering with senior citizens, and laughing with her friends. Her life took her to several states—including Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland—and wherever she went, she built lasting friendships. Known for being friendly, cheerful, and deeply caring, she cherished lifelong friendships, keeping in touch by letters and phone calls, and was a prolific letter writer who made sure no birthday ever passed without a thoughtful card in the mail. Her greatest joy was spending time with and loving her grandchildren, whose photos filled every square inch of her home.

In addition to her parents, Marilyn was preceded in death by her brother, John Phillips. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Thomas F. Chance; her son, Stephen T. (Caroline Casagrande) Chance of Middletown, NJ; her grandsons, Harrison and Theodore Chance; and her granddaughter, Margot Chance.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in Manchester, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marilyn’s memory to Stonecroft Ministries (<a href="https://www.stonecroft.org/donate/">online here</a>).

Marilyn will be remembered for her steadfast faith, her boundless kindness, and the joy she brought into the lives of all who knew her.

Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Bryan Keith Slaughenhoupt, 50, of Deale, Maryland, passed away on October 8, 2025. He was born on October 26, 1974 in Bethesda, Maryland.

After graduating from high school, Bryan went on to get his Masters Degree in Business Administration at the University of Maryland. He spent most of his career working as Vice President of Victor Stanley Inc. He was an avid inventor and technology architect. Over the course of his 28-year career, he held multiple patents and awards for his designs and solutions.

Bryan had a deep love for music that spanned throughout his life. He was a talented guitarist and could learn to play any instrument. He received his first guitar as a gift from his parents when he was a teenager. Throughout his teenage years, he was in several bands and would often have jam sessions with his friends. He was an avid reader and incredibly talented artist who loved to draw and would often create art with his daughters. He was always creating and one of his fondest memories of his childhood was building a toy race car with his grandfather. He also loved skateboarding in his youth and had many fond memories of those years with friends in his hometown of Butler, Pennsylvania. He’s loved hats since the age of 2 and was always known to be sporting one.

He liked exploring his spirituality and enjoyed meditating, reading about Buddhism, and had recently made a trip to a monastery in New York as well. He also enjoyed spending time outdoors with his beloved dog, Kiwi, and going for hikes. He loved animals and deeply cared about his pets that had passed on; his cat Clyde and his dogs Bella and Lola.

Bryan is survived by his two loving daughters, Sophia and Emma Slaughenhoupt; his beloved parents, Donald and Sandra Doerr; sister, Stacey (Erik) Snyder; and his brother Timothy (Sarah) Doerr. He also leaves behind several aunts and uncles, 4 nephews, one niece and a bouquet of cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Corwyn Keith “Buck” and Betty Jane Cadwallader.

Friends are invited to celebrate Bryan’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road Edgewater, MD on Saturday, November 15 from 3 PM until the start of his memorial service at 4 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to <a href=" https://support.mdspca.org/give/255333/#!/donation/checkout?utm_source=mdspcaweb&utm_medium=mainnav&utm_content=donate&utm_campaign=websitedonations">Maryland SPCA</a> in Bryan’s honor. 

Relatives and friends are invited to gather for Grace's Life Celebration from 10 A.M. until the end of the viewing at 12 P.M. on Friday, October 24, 2025 at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill MD 20745. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton MD 20745.

Obituaries

Joseph Krupinsky

Daniel Graham

Carolyn Ciepiela

Marjorie "Margie" Herman

Paul Parolski, Sr.

Yvonne Samuel

Claire Conley

Mary Anne Vick

Mary Summers

Mary Hughes

Gail Higgins

Elizabeth Lee

Elijah Mann

John Beck "Tubby"

Lillian Mali

Donald Monaghan, Jr.

Steven Greene

Kelly Brimmer-Pittman

Allen Brown, Jr.

Robert Gray, Sr.

Thama Long

Marilyn Chance

Bryan Slaughenhoupt

Grace Parker