Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Joseph Angelo Danna, 74, died on Monday, December 16 after a long battle with mantle cell lymphoma. Born on January 25, 1945 in Washington, DC to the late Philip and Anna Walli Danna, Joe graduated from Bladensburg High School in 1965. He owned and operated Danna and Sons, a home construction business, for most of his life. In his spare time, Joe enjoyed golfing, crabbing and watching the Redskins. He is survived by his sons, Joseph A. Danna, Jr and wife, Lisa of Gambrills, MD and Jay Danna of Edgewater, MD; his grandsons, Shawn and wife, Cheray and Joseph A. Danna, III; his former wife, Jaclyn Danna; four great-grandchildren, Kylah, Hudson, Gryffin and Callie; a nephew, Frank Danna of Davidsonville and a niece, Julie Blucher of Laurel.  Joe was preceded in death by  brothers, Philip J. and Frank S. Danna. Friends are invited to celebrate Joe's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Friday, December 20 at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Davidsonville, MD.  Contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or Hospice of the Chesapeake. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Theron "Honey" Johnson of Edgewater passed away on December 14, 2019. Theron was born in Arlington, VA on August 24, 1929 to the late Robert and Irene Johnson.  He was retired from the Naval Research Lab where he worked as an equipment specialist. Early in his career Theron also worked as a railroad inspector for the Richmond, Fredericksburg, Potomac Railroad, as well as for Giant Food in the late 1940's. Theron was a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves where you obtained the rank of Sergeant First Class. Honey was a past member of the First Baptist Church of Edgewater as well as Friendship Community Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family. In addition to his parents Theron was preceded in death by his wife Betty Ellen in 2006; and his four siblings. He is survived by his children, Robert (Kathy) Johnson of Edgewater, J.D. (Carolyn) Johnson of Gambrills, Chris (Rose) Johnson of Havelock, NC and Mike (Rebecca) Johnson of Riva; ten grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Honey's life on Thursday, December 19, 2019 from 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where a funeral service will be held on Friday, December 20 at 12 pm. Interment to follow at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Gideons International, The Gideons International Processing Center, P.O. Box 97251, Washington, DC 20090-7251. On line condolences may be made by clicking on the memory tab on this page.

Edward “Puddy” Scanlon, 83, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2019, at The Mandarin House, Hospice of the Chesapeake.  Edward was born on November 10, 1936, in Washington, D.C. to Edward Ignatius and Mary Salb Scanlon.  He grew up in D.C. just blocks from the United States Capital with his brother (John Scanlon) and three sisters (Marie Grace, Suzanne Hawley, and Melissa Hebble).  Edward married June Andrea Reed (deceased October 2011) on May 18, 1957, at St. Ambrose Church in Cheverly, Maryland.  He is survived by his two children, Michael Scanlon, and Elizabeth Salvatore.  Michael and Shirl Scanlon are the parents of April Scanlon Gaches (husband, Steven Gaches), Edward Scanlon II, and Kelsey Scanlon.  April and Steven Gaches are the parents of Amelia June Gaches, great-grandchild to Edward Scanlon.  Elizabeth and Ricky Salvatore are the parents of Anthony and Laura Salvatore.

Ed served as a Commanding Officer in the United States Marine Corps and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the United States Army in 1996.  While serving for the United States Army at the Pentagon, he worked on a team helping families who were relocated due to Base Realignment and Closure.  In addition to his service to the United States military, he had a successful career in real estate.

Ed, the man who never met a stranger and had a joke for every occasion, has found eternal peach in Heaven beside his wife, June.  

Semper Fidelis.

Friends are invited to celebrate Edward's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd. Edgewater, MD on Sunday, December 15 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 16 at 10:30 am. Interment Ft. Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood, MD at 2 pm. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Friends are family invited to a graveside service at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD at 11 am on December 17, 2019. 

Barbara J. Taylor, 91, of Annapolis passed away at her home on December 11, 2019 with her beloved husband "Bunky" at her side. She was born on April 17, 1928 in Milford, DE to the late Leila and Roy Judy, Sr. After graduating from Bridgewater College she moved to Annapolis and started a career as a social worker at Crownsville State Hospital. On August 28, 1952 she married her lifelong sweetheart, Lemuel Taylor, IV. Barbara switched careers  and started working with the Anne Arundel County Library System as a Librarian, who drove the Book Mobile from 1961-1967 and again from 1974 until the program ended. Tater, as she was called by her co-workers remained at the library until her retirement in 1995. She had a passion for helping others and was always there for a friend in need. Barbara relished the fond memories of serving the kids in Anne Arundel County during those years.  She would spend the next 20 years volunteering at the food pantry of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Edgewater, where she was an active member of the church. A faithful and humble servant of our Lord her entire life, Barbara was always putting the needs of others before her own. Her work on earth was done, God called her home. Her family and friends were blessed to have her in their lives. The love and kindness she so freely gave will live on in their hearts forever and she will be forever missed. Barbara is survived by her two children, Lem (Jen) Taylor, V of Crownsville, and Terry (Tom) Gunther of Upper Marlboro, MD; six grandchildren, Kenny Taylor VI, Brandon Mayhew, Kristen Mayhew, Judy DuPlaee, Michelle Russom and Sarah Taylor; eleven great grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; and a brother, Roy Judy, Jr of Grenwood, DE. A memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday, Dec 17 from 4 to 7 pm, with a brief prayer service beginning at 5:30 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Pam's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Sunday, December 15 from 1 pm until her funeral service begins at 4 pm. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Eleanor Estelle Burton, “Nana”, “Jim”, died on December 10, 2019, at Genesis HealthCare in Waldorf. She was 99 years old.

Born August 18, 1920 in Camp Springs, she was the daughter of John Henry Barrett and Laura Elizabeth Biggs Barrett. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard “Dick” Burton; her daughter Barbara Murphy; her son Richard “Ricky” Burton; and her sisters Mildred Burton and Faye Greer.

She is survived by her grandchildren, Pamela and her husband Randal Smith Sr.; Richard “Alan” Burton; Steven Murphy and his wife Karen; Melinda and her husband Justin Hagler; her great-grandchildren Randal Smith Jr. and his wife Ellen; Richard Smith; Elizabeth Burton; Alexis, Kaitlyn and Hannah Hagler; Andrew and Cameron Murphy; and 1 great-great granddaughter.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Monday, December 16, 2019 from 2-4pm & 6-8pm at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. A Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 11 am. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suitland, MD.

Alejandro Santos Bravo, Jr.  (MS1 Retired), lovingly known as “Andy”, passed away on December 9, 2019 from a lengthy illness in Washington, D.C. He is survived by his wife of many years, Concepcion Bravo. 
On August 21, 1938, Andy was born in the Philippines to the late Alejandro and Christy Bravo. Andy was recruited by the U.S. Navy on December 17, 1957, while enrolled as a Freshman at the FEATI University in Sangley Point, Cavite City, Philippines. 

Andy served in various Shore & Sea duty assignments for 20 years. He was assigned to various locations around the world including the Mediterranean Sea, Cuba, and Vietnam. While stationed at the Naval Air Facility in Washington, D.C., Andy was commended for his accomplishments including winning the title “Sailor/Marine of the Month”. He was selected by the Board of Senior Navy & Marine Corps Non-Commissioned Officers who judged Andy’s behavior, military appearance, professional ability, and leadership. 
After his retirement from the U.S. Navy, Andy enrolled at the University of Maryland, College Park, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics Engineering. After graduation, he worked at the Naval Surface Warfare as an electronics engineer. 

Andy belonged to many local organizations including VFW Post # 5471, where he eventually held the title of Quartermaster for 13 years.  He was awarded several certificates from the VFW for his outstanding performance in volunteering services promoting the aims and ideals of the VFW.  Likewise, his dedication and outstanding performance with the Fleet Reserve Association was equally commendable, most specially during his 2-year term as President of FRA Branch 4.

Friends are invited to celebrate Andy’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Sunday, December 15 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7804 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Monday, December 16 at 10:00 am. Interment with military honors will take place at Resurrection Cemetery. 




Pauline J. Cockrell, 78, a resident of Annapolis, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2019 at Anne Arundel Medical Center.

Pauline was born on June 20, 1941 in Great Britain to the late George Frederick Robert and Joan Ward. 

In addition to her parents, Pauline was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold L. Cockrell and her brother George Leslie Ward.

She is survived by her children; Leslie G. Cockrell and his wife Kelly, Russell W. Cockrell and his wife Jacquelyn and Paula Naughton and her husband Paul and her siblings, Michael Ward and Kathleen Rose Cole, her grandchildren; Christopher Cockrell, Donnie Reightler, Michelle Brown, Jenna Cockrell and Haili Brave-Mason and five great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her longtime best friend Cherry.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Pauline’s life on Monday, December 16, 2019 from 11:30 am until a memorial service begins at 12:30 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A private interment will be held at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the Staff at Anne Arundel Medical Center and Medstar Cardiology Associates, for the care and support they provided for Pauline and her family during her stay there.



Please take a moment and leave the family a condolence by using the tab on this page.

Daniele Helene Henriette Boke, 73, of Upper Marlboro, MD, passed away on Sunday, December 8 at 10:55am

Daniele was born on June 10, 1946 in the house of her parents, Henri and Lucienne Husson in Rachecourt sur Marne, France. She was the first of 5 children. After graduating college, she worked at a manufacturer in Massey until she married Franklin Branson, an American serving in the military, in 1965.

Shortly after they got married, they moved to the United States. In November 1965, Daniele gave birth to her first child, Sophia, at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. While they were in Germany, she gave birth to her second child, George “Joe”, in February 1968. Daniele and Franklin separated in 1969.

After getting separated, Daniele remained in the United States, eventually landing a job at American Security Bank in Washington, DC. She worked at the bank until she retired.

On a blind date, Daniele met the love of her life - Bruce Boke. In 1995, they got married and moved to Upper Marlboro.

Her passions were gardening, reading cross-stitching, decorating her home and traveling. Every year, Daniele traveled back to France, where she still had a house, to visit her family.

On Mother’s Day in 2017, Daniele was told she had pancreatic cancer. In March 2018, she had a successful surgery to remove part of her pancreas. Unfortunately, in January 2019, the cancer had returned.

Daniele is survived by her husband, Bruce Boke; her 2 children, Sophia Branson (and her husband, Jack) and Joe Branson (and his wife, Kelly); her 4 grandchildren, Ashton Branson, Brandon Espinoza, Vanessa Espinoza and Weston White; her 4 brothers and sisters – Hubert Husson, Yves Husson, Philippe Husson and Sylvie Husson; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to celebrate Daniel's life on Thursday, December 12, 2019 from 11 to 1 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 13 at 1:00 pm at Parklawn Memorial Gardens, 12800 Veirs Mill Rd, Rockville, MD. On line condolences may be made by using the memory tab on this page.

Dr. Valentin Novikov, (LTC Retired) passed away on 07 December 2019 from cancer related complications. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Sheila Raso Novikov; son, John Raso and wife Rebecca (Michael and William); daughter Angel Novikov-Jank and her husband Wolfgang Jank (Isabella and Alexander); daughter Marisa Wardell and her husband Levi (John Paul); and daughter Natasha Novikov. 

Two days before his death, he completed a lifetime goal and earned his Doctorate in Philosophy in Organizational Leadership from Regent University.  Those that knew him best loved him for his work ethic, determination, positive attitude and good heart. He lived his life in pursuit of achieving his dreams, taking care of his wife and family, and getting the job done. He was a good man who believed in his country, believed in hard work, and was willing to lead by example in all phases of his life. 
Dr. Novikov has been serving as the Joint Project Lead for Radiological and Nuclear Defense at the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical and Biological Defense at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland for the past 16 months after serving as the Deputy Joint Project Manager for Radiological and Nuclear Defense for 2 years.  His previous assignments included the JPEO-CBD’s Chief of Strategic Initiatives and Deputy Program Manager for JPEO Support Services. 

Dr. Novikov retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the United States Army in 2006 while serving as the Director for Joint Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Combat Developments for the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.  Dr. Novikov’s other assignments during his 25 year Army career included: 3rd Chemical Brigade Executive Officer; 4th Infantry Division Chemical Officer in Tikrit, Iraq; 2nd Infantry Division Chemical Officer at Camp Red Cloud, Republic of Korea; Conventional Forces Analyst for Joint Staff; 4th Forward Support Battalion S3; 2nd  Armored Division Assistant Chemical Officer; West Point Prep School Mathematics Instructor; 84th Chemical Battalion S3; Headquarters Company Commander at Johnston Island; 71st Chemical Company Executive Officer; and Chemical Officer for what was a nuclear capable 25th Division Artillery and 1-8th Field Artillery Battalion. After reaching the rank of Specialist Five with the Air Defense Artillery, and subsequent completion of Officer Candidate School as the Distinguished Academic Graduate at Fort Benning, Georgia, Dr. Novikov was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Chemical Corps.  

He held a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Business Administration from Hawaii Pacific University, a dual Master’s of Science degree in Operations Research and Industrial Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Masters of Arts degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College. His last academic achievement was earning a Doctorate in Philosophy in Organizational Leadership from Regent University.

Friends are invited to celebrate Dr. Novikov's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, December 12 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD on Friday, December 13 at 10:30 am. Interment, with full military honors, will take place at a later date. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Angela “Tootsie” Colabucci passed away at the age of 84 on Thursday, December 5, 2019. She was the beloved wife of 64 years of Lawrence Colabucci; mother of Brian (Mary Marshall), Kevin (Patricia) and Patrick (Rin) Colabucci, Lauren (Ricky) Chambers, Lesley (Barb Smentek) Colabucci and the late Michael Colabucci. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Tootsie was known for her love of family and spiritual devotion. She found great joy in spending time with family. She was known for her sweet smile, open arms, and kind heart. She never missed a birthday, laughed easily, and loved church. Friends are invited to celebrate Tootsie's life at the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 11700 Duley Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD on Tuesday, December 10 from 9:30 am until Mass of Christian Burial begins at 11 am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or The Little Sisters of the Poor. Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

Jerry Dennis Turk, 74, a long time resident of Mayo, MD passed away on Thursday, December 5 after a lengthy illness. Born on March 20, 1945 in Washington, DC  to the late Donald and Nellie Turk, Jerry served in the U.S. Air Force during the Viet Nam War. He worked for many years with Verizon, eventually retiring as a Supervisor. Jerry was a true gentleman and was very much loved by his family, friends and all who knew him. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Deborah Mahoney Turk; his children, Evan (Megan) Turk and Laura Turk Ryan; his siblings, Norma, Scott (Robin) and Donald Turk, Jr., six grandchildren and a great-grandchild. A celebration of Jerry's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association (lung.org). Condolences may be made by using the Memory Wall link on this page.

On Wednesday, December 4, 2019; the beloved husband of the late Ruth Jenkins Galloway; father of John (Barbara) Galloway and the late James Galloway; brother of Lawrence Galloway and Bertha Newman; grandfather of Chantanya Lewis. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Jerry's Life Celebration on Friday, December 13, 2019 from 3 p.m. until time of service at 4 p.m.at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment with Military Honors at Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, February 7, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.

Please arrive at the Administration Building by 8:15 a.m. with your own transportation.

Frances McDonald,  100, of Crofton, MD passed away on Wednesday,  December 4, 2019 in Annapolis, MD.  Born in Nanticoke, PA  on September 14, 1919 to the late Anthony and Julia Margelewicz, she was a homemaker and beloved Army wife for over 22 years. Frances was a devoted Catholic and was a longtime member of St. Columba Catholic Church in Oxon Hill, MD.  She enjoyed gardening, travelling in her motor home, square dancing, sewing, baking, swimming into her 80's, and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Earl McDonald; a daughter, Susan Pettibone; and five siblings.  She is survived by three children, Donna (Frank) Hall of Henderson, NV, Andrew (Cindy) McDonald of Annandale, VA, and Maria (Jim) Kuhns of Crofton, MD; a son-in-law, Russell Pettibone; 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Our Lady of the Fields Catholic Church, 1070 Cecil Ave., Millersville, MD on Monday, December 9 at 10 am.  Interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.  Memorial donations may be made to the Military Order Of The Purple Heart,  5413 Backlick Road, Springfield, VA 22151. An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

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.


Obituaries

Joseph Danna

Theron Johnson

AnnaMarie Humphrey

Edward Scanlon

Hernani Dueno

Barbara Taylor

Pam Bush

Eleanor Burton

Alejandro Bravo, Jr.

Pauline Cockrell

Daniele Boke

Daniel Hopkinson

Dr. Valentin Novikov, (LTC Retired)

Angela Colabucci

Jerry Turk

Jerry Galloway

Frances McDonald

Eugene Lizer

Tracy Maxfield

Richard Woodruff

Dorothy Medwedeff

John Latimer

Marjorie Voith, M.D.

Margaret Swann