Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Eugene F. Lizer, Sr., "Gene" or "Jeep", a 50-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of New Carrollton, MD, died on Monday, December 3, 2019, at his home of congestive heart failure. He was 85. Born June 6, 1934, in Cumberland, MD he attended schools in Cumberland, MD, and Spartanburg, SC. Gene was employed as a truck mechanic for the U.S. Postal Service for 28-years. He was a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, U.S. Sail and Power Squadron, and The Annapolis Elks Lodge #622. Gene enjoyed boating, hunting, fishing, NASCAR, and following the Baltimore Ravens and Orioles. He was preceded in death by a brother, John Lizer of Tampa, FL. Gene is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jeanette Lizer; two sons, Jimmy Lizer of Duncan, SC and Gene Lizer of Cross Hill, SC; four grandchildren, Brian Lizer of Fayetteville, NC,  Angela Lizer of Atlanta, GA, Wendy Watson of Bluffton, SC, and Suzanne Lizer of Cross Hill, SC; and two sisters, Mary Waters of N. Myrtle Beach, SC and Joann Fones of Lyman, SC; and 5 great-grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Gene's life on Friday, December 6, 2019, from 10 am until his service begins at 11 am at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. Immediately following the burial, guests are invited to a luncheon at the Annapolis Elks Club, 2 Pythian Dr, Edgewater, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Arundel Rivers Federation, 2822 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater MD 21037 or Arundelrivers.org for online donations.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Tracy's life  on Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 11 am until her funeral service begins at 12 noon at Emmanuel Church, 3800 Old Town Rd, Huntingtown, MD 20639. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis.

The family appreciates the many offers to help with funeral and other expenses.  If you wish to make a contribution, call the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory directly at 410.956.4488 during normal business hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. 

Online condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall link at the top of this page.

Richard "Woody" Lynn Woodruff, 81, of Magnolia, DE passed away at his home on Sunday, December 1, 2019. Woody was born on July 25, 1938, in Akron, Ohio to the late Gilbert and Margaret Woodruff. He worked as a pressman for the U.S. Treasury Department. Woody enjoyed being outside working on his yard and being an overall tinkerer fixing things in his workshop. In addition to his parents, Woody was predeceased by his brother, Fred Woodruff.  He is survived by his wife, of 25 years Marilyn; his children, Edward L. (Tisch) Woodruff of Odenton, MD, Brian "Woody" (Diana) of Redondo Beach, CA, Shellie Rae Woodruff of Wilmington, NC, Traci Lee Page of Edgewater, MD and Terry Lee (Christina) Harris of Huntingtown, MD; 13 grandchildren, Eddie, Jamie, Christina, Ayla, Raina, Blake, Trevor, Olivia, Constance, Tyler, Dylan, Tommy, and Travis; five great-grandchildren, Andrew, Makenzie, Makayla, Lala and Kaden; two sisters, Karen Woodruff of Massillon, OH, and Janice Makinson of Akron, OH. On Saturday, December 7, a visitation will be held from 11:00 to 11:45 am, with a funeral service beginning at 11:45 am at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater. A celebration of Woody's life will immediately follow the funeral service at the American Legion Post 226, 830 Mayo Road, Edgewater, MD. Online condolences may be given by visiting the link on this page.

Funeral service will be held at Davidsonville United Methodist Church, 819 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Saturday, December 7 at 1 PM. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Davidsonville. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

John “Jack” Frederick Latimer, age 99, a resident of Solomons, MD passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at Solomons Nursing Center.  Born in Silver Hill, MD to the late John E. Latimer and Hilda E. Latimer (Connick).  Jack served in the U.S. Navy from 1941-45.  He retired after 37 years from The Defense Mapping Agency as a Transferrer in the Lithographic Division.  Jack’s second career in life was with John Sharper Florist as a Flower Delivery Driver.  He enjoyed putting a smile on everyone’s face when delivering flowers.  He was a member of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church since the age of 8 years old.  As a young boy, he would ride his horse to church service.  In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his beloved wife, Frances.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, attending car racing events, traveling to Chincoteague Island to see the horses swim over and the horse auction, going to Ocean City, MD on vacation, traveling with his wife on vacations and to see family.  Jack’s positive inspiration, words of wisdom, laughter, kind heart, and joy was contagious.  He will be deeply missed.   

He is survived by his three loving children, Larry Latimer (Lori) of Elkridge, MD; Jerry Latimer of Prince Frederick, MD; Elaine Wingo (Danny) of Spruce Pine, AL; seven grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends.  In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anna Frances Latimer (Kerr); his brother, William Latimer; his sister Evelyn Meyers (Latimer); his daughter in law, Gladys Latimer; his grandson, James Michael Ramber; his great-granddaughter, Christina Aloupis.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend viewing times at Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD on Friday, December 6th during the hours of 2-4pm or 7-9pm.  You are also invited to attend Jack’s celebration of life on Saturday, December 7th at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 5203 St. Barnabas Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748.  We will have a viewing from 9:30-10:30am, church service at 10:30am, interment church cemetery, then a celebration of life reception in church’s parish hall.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the St. Barnabas Episcopal Church Cemetery Fund, 5203 St. Barnabas Road, Temple Hills, MD  20748.


Dr. Marjorie A. Voith, 73, a 25-year resident of Riva, MD, passed away on November 27, 2019.  Born on October 9, 1946 in Baltimore, MD, Dr. Voith received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Goucher College in 1968 and her medical degree from the University of Maryland in 1972.  After completing a fellowship in medical oncology at the Baltimore Cancer Research Center in 1978, Dr. Voith joined the U.S. Air Force where she achieved the rank of Major and was assigned as the Chief of Medical Oncology at Malcolm Grow Hospital at Andrews Air Force Base.  At the same time, she was assigned as the flight surgeon for the U.S. House Foreign Relations Committee and accompanied members when they traveled.  In 1982, Dr. Voith  received the Air Force Commendation Medal.  She retired from active duty in 1983 then joined the inactive reserve from which she retired in 1992.  In 2004, she joined the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary - Flotilla 15-01 in Annapolis.  In 2013, Marjorie was elected Auxiliary Division Commander of the Fifth Southern Sector of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary.

Dr. Voith’s civilian medical career spanned more than 30 years, beginning in 1984 with a private oncologist/internist practice in Chevy Chase, MD.  In 1996, she joined Physician Associates before returning to private practice in 2004 in Riva, MD.  In 1999, she was recognized with a Distinguished Service Award from the Medical Society of the District of Columbia.

When not serving her country or her patients, Dr. Voith was an avid softball player.  She was elected to the Mid-Atlantic Softball Association’s Fastpitch Hall of Fame in 1992 and was selected to play in the Pan American softball games.  She also played soccer, flag football and golf.

Dr. Voith is survived by her loving wife of 35 years, Carol Sisco; one brother, Richard (Daniela) Voith of Philadelphia, PA; two sisters, Cathy (Tim) Hartnett of Rochester Hills, MI and Mary Lou (Al Grucelski) Voith of Sparks, MD; one nephew, Brooks Hartnett and two nieces, Nina Voith and Georgia Gould.

A memorial celebration will be scheduled at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second St., P.O. Box 3088, Annapolis, MD 21403 or Women in Military Service for America Memorial, 200 N. Glebe Road, Ste. 400, Arlington, VA 22203
Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.


On Tuesday, November 26, 2019, Margaret McConkey Swann peacefully passed away at the age of 98 years. She was the beloved Wife of 74 years of the late William Earl Swann, Mother of John (Martha Pierson) Swann and Margaret Earlene (Ron Osborn) Swann. She is also survived by five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and dedicated caregivers. Margaret retired after 30 years of civil service in 1981 from the Federal Home Loan Bank Board where she worked as a supervisory budget analyst, but her greatest fame was her love for family and community. She found great joy in epic family gatherings, community service, gardening and travel. Big hearted and always generous with encouragement and affection, she was our sweet cheerleader. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Mrs. Swann’s Life Celebration on Tuesday, December 3rd from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 11 a.m. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2401 Brinkley Road, Fort Washington, MD. Interment will be at the church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Ignatius Catholic Church for historical restoration.


All arrangements for Theresa are private.  Online condolences and tributes can be made by using the link on this page.

A graveside service will be held at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Saturday, December 7 at 11 am. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Grace Mary Bisson (nee Schweer) 86, of Annapolis, MD passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, November 24, 2019. She was the devoted wife of the late John B. Bisson, Sr., loving mother of John (Trish), Diane (William) and Jeannette (Neil); cherished grandmother of Kathleen, Michael, Bridget, Colleen, Manuel, Mia, and Fiona. Grace was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Isabel Schweer. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, November 30, 2019, at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to¬ American Lung Association, Donation Processing Center, PO Box 11039, Lewiston, ME 04243 or online at: www.lung.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/. Tributes and condolences may be made by visiting the link on this page.

Kathleen T. Evans, “Kathy”, 84, a 16-year resident of Edgewater, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019. Kathy was born on New Year’s Day 1935 to the late Martin and Bridget Mellett. She was a graduate of Anacostia High School and worked as a bookkeeper for her late husband’s body shop business. She enjoyed completing crossword puzzles, feeding wildlife, squirrels, birds, stray cats, the Washington Redskins, and could fix anything small. Kathy joined her husband of 52 years, whom she missed dearly, William F. Evans. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings; Jerry Mellett (who was also a "New Year's Baby"), Johanna Kelliher, and Peggy O’Neill. She is survived by her children William "Joe" J. Evans of White Plains, MD, Robert "Bob" K. Evans of Davidsonville, MD and MaryAnn (Robert) Bradley of Riva, MD; grandchildren, Robert and Melissa Bradley, and Rene, and Craig Bradley; and nieces, Kathy Kelliher, Kathy Burgess, and Meg Furman. A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 2, 2019, at 12 pm at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD 21035. If you wish to be in the funeral procession to the cemetery, you are asked to meet at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD no later than 11:30 am. Please take a moment to leave the family a condolence by using the tab on this page.

Joyce Durnbaugh Hullings, 90, passed away peacefully in her home in Milton, DE. on Sunday, November 24, 2019. Joyce was born on May 31, 1929, at the home of her grandparents, Joseph and Lillian Durnbaugh in Capitol Heights, MD, to the late William F. Durnbaugh Sr. and Hazel E. Durnbaugh (Gray). She is survived by her brother, Leonard E. Durnbaugh (Judy) of Chesapeake Beach MD.

On February 9, 1948, she married her soul mate and love of her life, Raymond A. Hullings Sr. Together they had three children Carol Ann Smith of Naples, FL, Susan Hullings Mattia (Jerry Pirrung) of Milton, DE, and Raymond A. Hullings Jr. of Mt. Vernon, KY. The family grew to include four grandchildren, Dawne Castellano (Timothy), Tammy Madden (Ronald), Christopher Mattia (Lisa), and Cheryle Holmes (Steven). Five great-grandchildren: Roxanne Perez (Ashton Thomas), Kayla Madden (Chris Edmonds), Alexander Perez, Ryan Perez-Rodrigues (Wilson), and Shane Madden. Four great-great-grandchildren: Kaidence, Levi, MaKenna and Kyleigh (step).  She was preceded in death by her parents, brother William F. Durnbaugh Jr. and lovingly devoted husband of 41 years Raymond A. Hullings Sr.

Joyce lived a full life that included graduating from Maryland Park High School in 1946. She was a proud homemaker and mother. She taught Sunday School for 46 years at her former church, St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Oxon Hill, MD. For the past three years, she has been a member of The Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist in Milton, DE, where she regularly attended and remained involved with the Sunday School.  She enjoyed watching baseball, in particular the Washington Nationals. One of her greatest pleasures was being able to watch the Washington Nationals win the World Series this year. She enjoyed being active in her garden, swimming, dancing, and spending time with her family. 

Family, friends and all whose lives were touched by Joyce are invited to Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm on Monday, December 2. The family will greet all who wish to attend the funeral service at All Hallows Brick Church, 3600 Solomons Island Rd, Edgewater, MD, on Tuesday, December 3 at 10 am. Burial will immediately follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave, Suitland MD. 

The family strongly requests in place of flowers, donations are being accepted at: 
The Episcopal Church of St. John the Baptist, The Joyce D. Hullings Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 441,Milton, DE 19968.

Online condolences may be made by visiting the link on this page.

Jeffrey B. Billings, "Jeff", a 22 year resident of Davidsonville, MD and previously of Crofton, MD for 6 years, died at Anne Arundel Medical Center on Sunday, November 24, 2019.  He was 58.  Born January 8, 1961, in Montgomery, WV, he graduated from Bowie High School and the University of Maryland.  Jeff worked at  R/I Associates-Coakley Williams since the early 80's. He enjoyed computers, reading, photography, tending to his lawn, spending time with his children, and playing with his dogs. Jeff is survived  by his wife of 31 years, Lisa Billings; two children, Ryan and Emily Billings; two siblings, Scott Billings of Ellicott City, MD and Lisa Streckfuss of Herndon, VA; and his beloved boxers, Bella and Zoe. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Jeff's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Saturday, December 14, 2019, from 1 pm until his memorial service begins at 2 pm. Please take a moment to sign the family's online guestbook by visiting the link on this page.











Services are pending at this time. 

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Relatives and friends are invited to Ray's Life Celebration on Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association at https://www.heart.org/ 

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

Barbara Anne Peters, 83, of Saint Michaels, MD, died on Thursday November 21 at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center in Easton, MD. Born on April 10, 1936 in Washington, DC to the late George and Josephine Cameron, Barbara is survived by her husband of 65 years, Dudley Peters; her children, Dudley (Kristine) Peters, Jr. of Friendship, MD, Lou Anne Parlett of Fredericksburg, VA, Susan (Wayne) Stoll of Centreville, VA and Virginia Stoll of Chantilly, VA; her siblings, Arthur and John Cameron and Charlotte McNamara. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, November 26 at 12 noon at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Janice Lee Tucker, 71, of Edgewater, MD passed away on November 21, 2019 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. Janice was born on May 28, 1948 in Radford, Virginia to the late Kirby Lee and Joyce Ann Harrison. She was a graduate of Calvert High School. For 25 years Janice worked  for Anne Arundel County Schools as a cafeteria manager before she retired. Janice enjoyed road trips with her husband, bingo, pulling the arm on a slot machine, playing cards, and most of all spending  time with her family. In addition to her parents, Janice was predeceased by her husband of 46 years, William W. Tucker, Sr.; her children, Bryan Dupree and William Tucker, Jr. and a brother, Terry Harrison. She is survived by her children, Richard Dupree of Edgewater, Christopher Dupree of Churchton, MD, and Michelle Huffer of Edgewater, MD; her siblings, Kirby Bowen of Salisbury,MD,  Judy Tucker of Harwood, MD, Marie Yost of Edgewater, Sara Groot of Verona, VA and Angela Smith of Stanley, VA; 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Janice's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, November 26 from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm, where a funeral service will be held at 10 am on Wednesday, November 27.  Interment immediately following at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD.

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

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Mary Pauline Abasto (Tump), which occurred on November 20, 2019 at the age of 98 at her home in Stafford VA. A Beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Mary was born on May 19, 1921 in Halifax VA to Henry and Irene Overby. She is survived by her three daughters Deborah Kennedy, Nancy Breeden and Carolyn Boyd and four sons, Charles Boyd, Johnny Breeden, Len Breeden and Calvin Boyd; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mary was preceded in death by her father and mother, Henry and Irene Overby; her three daughters, Donna Sarns, Barbara Boyd, Mary Katherine Boyd and three sons Richard Boyd, Pete Boyd and James Boyd.

Mary had 98 years of a beautiful life on this earth. She was a loving, stucky, hardworking, encouraging woman and she also made a lasting impact on many lives.She loved to garden and was proud of her roses. She could always bring a plant back to life. She always had a smile on her face even at the end. She enjoyed the times she had with each and everyone of her loved ones.

The funeral service will be at Kalas Funeral Home at 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill MD 20745. We will be accepting family and friends on Monday, November 25, 2019 from 10am-11am with her service following at 11am. A graveside service will be held immediately after at Cedar Hill Cemetery at 4111 Pennsylvania Ave, Suitland MD 20746.

Mary G. Seaton, 94, a 45 year resident of Edgewater, MD and formerly of Washington, D. C. widow of Samuel Milton Seaton, died Monday, November 18, 2019, at Anne Arundel Medical Center.
 She was born July 18, 1925, in Washington, D.C. Following graduation from McKinley High School. She attended night and weekend classes at National University and George Washington University. She began working in 1942 as a clerk-typist in the Lands Division of the Department of Justice, advancing to a quasi-legal clerk, receiving a special commendation from the Attorney General of the United States for work performed in the acquisition of the site for the FBI Building. In 1968, she was appointed as senior secretary/asst. to the Hon. Burnita Shelton Matthews, the first woman appointed as a Federal District Court Judge by President Harry S. Truman in 1949, a position she held until the Judge's death. Her interests were varied. While working full-time, she graduated from St. Paul Institute receiving certification as a practical nurse. For several years, she held licenses in Maryland and Washington, D.C. as a real estate agent and was a correspondent for The Evening Capital covering South County news. Thereafter, for over 20 years, she was involved in church drama in Edgewater Baptist Church and Riverdale Baptist Church in Largo, MD. Following retirement from federal service, she served as a volunteer at Anne Arundel County Fair and on the Advisory Council of South County Senior Center, and the Area Council of the Department of Aging and Disabilities in Annapolis, MD. She received Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior as a teenager and has served by faith church service and related programs. Her testimony: "God is so good. He is my constant companion. I count it a joy in serving and working with people, made in His image, as we are the pinnacle of His creation. In my life's journey, God has enabled me, by His grace through faith, in my Savior Jesus Christ. My prayer is that you will accept Him as I have." Surviving are one son, Samuel Joseph Seaton of Churchton, MD; two brothers, Ralph Giove of Ocean City, MD and Joseph Giove of Gaithersburg, MD; three sisters: Anna Ricucci of Silver Spring, MD, and Rose Durbin and Frances Miller, both of Westminster, MD; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Her only daughter, Annette Seaton Colbert passed in 2014. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, Glen Burnie, MD; life member of AAMC Foundation; and member of AA County Fair; Capt. Avery Museum; South County Senior Center and Board Member of Friends of South County Senior Center, Inc.
 Family and friends are invited to celebrate Mary's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, November 22 from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm. A funeral service will be held at Bethel Baptist Church, 416 Wellham Ave., Glen Burnie, MD 21060 on Saturday, November 23 at 11 am. Interment will immediately follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Bethel Baptist Church or Gospel Life Church, 273 Liston St., Tonawanda, N.Y. 14223.

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


Michael "Mike" Avery of Edgewater and previously of Mount Airy passed away at his home on Sunday, November 17, 2019. Mike was born on September 1, 1959 to the late William and Margaret Avery in Norfolk, Virginia. He was a graduate of St. Johns College High School in Washington, DC and owner of Avery Contracting. Mike enjoyed watching college sports, playing golf and taking vacations on cruise ships. He enjoyed all his trips with family and friends but enjoyed his excursions to the Azores most of all. In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his sister, Debbie Avery. He is survived by his Fiancée, Heather Martin; two children, Daniel (Jia) Avery of Rockville, and Stephanie Avery of Tampa, FL; a brother David (Ana) Avery of Rockville. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Mike's life on Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 11 to 1 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will be private. 

Obituaries

Eugene Lizer

Tracy Maxfield

Richard Woodruff

Dorothy Medwedeff

John Latimer

Marjorie Voith, M.D.

Margaret Swann

Theresa Owens

Myo Kim

Grace Bisson

Kathleen Evans

Joyce Hullings

Jeffrey Billings

Alice Finkernagel

Ray Whetzel

Salome Catbay

Daniel Curtin

Barbara Peters

Janice Tucker

Mary Abasto

Leslie DeCamp

Mary Seaton

Arthur Bageryants

Michael Avery