Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Friends are invited to celebrate Julie's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Monday, January 14 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM where her funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 15 at 10 AM. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. Condolences may be made by clicking the link on this page.

Venetia Lavato, 88, of Upper Marlboro passed away Monday, January 7, 2019, surrounded by family and friends at the Hospice of the Chesapeake in Harwood, MD.   Born Venetia Marie Neal on March 31, 1930, to the late LeRoy and Ada (Kruger) Neal in Bagley, Iowa, she was the youngest of 5.  After her father died in 1933, her mother and the children resettled in Oregon.  Venetia attended the Oregon State University primary education program, graduating in 1951, and then began her teaching career.  She married Richard R. Kyle of Medford, Oregon.

After her husband joined the Air Force, they lived in a number of different places including California, where their daughter was born, and Japan, where their son was born.  The family lived in Germany from 1963 to 1966.  Returning to the US, Venetia settled in Maryland, where she continued teaching first grade and later became a real estate broker.  She married Richard Lavato, who died several years later.  

For the last 35 years of her life, she enjoyed the companionship of Jake Brentzel, his children and their families.  She also enjoyed entertaining, reading, and being on the water as well as tending to her house and garden.

Venetia is survived by her two children Jenness Terenzini (Joseph), and Richard R. Kyle, Jr. (Susan); her two grandchildren Douglas Ewalt (Natalie), and Lisa Recker (Michael); and six great-grandchildren Amber Recker, Christabel Recker, Michael Recker, Savanna Ewalt, Ryan Ewalt, and Alexandra Ewalt, as well as nieces Judy, Jan, Jackie, Linda, Susan and Karen, and nephews Bruce, Ted and Mark.

Friends are invited to celebrate Venetia’s life with the family at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomon’s Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037 on Saturday, February 2, 2019, from 2-4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, Mandrin Inpatient Care Center, 3675 Solomon’s Island Road, Harwood, MD 20776.  Online condolences and tributes may be offered using the Condolences and Tributes link.


Eileen Haughey Searls died peacefully in her sleep on January 6, 2019 in Annapolis, MD. Eileen was born on April 27, 1925 in Madison, Wisconsin. Eileen was the daughter of Edward M. Searls and Anna Mary (Haughey) Searls. 
She received multiple degrees from the University of Wisconsin. She received her Bachelor degree in 1948, her Juris Doctor in 1950, and her Master of Science in Library Studies, in 1951. After a brief stint at Yale University Law library, she joined the faculty of St. Louis University as an assistant professor and librarian in 1952. She became a full professor in the law school in 1964, the first woman to do so in the SLU Law School, and the first to receive tenure. Eileen worked tirelessly to expand the depth and breadth of the law library at St. Louis University. She mentored many women students in both law and library sciences throughout her long career, retiring in 2000. She was a distinguished member of the American Law Library Association.
Eileen is preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Robert Searls and James P. Searls. She is survived by her siblings Anne (Searls) Brennan of Annapolis, MD; Edward Searls of Charlottesville, VA; Sheila Searls Amacker of Charlottesville, VA. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Ellen Searls of Danville, VT and Alison Bills of Las Cruses, NM. Eileen was a powerful force in the family, a guiding light and a giving soul who will be much missed by her many nieces and nephews.
	Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, January 21 at 10:30 a.m. at St Mary’s Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis. 
	In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Louis University School of Law - Vincent C. Immel Law Library.
         Condolences and tributes may be offered using the Memory Wall tab at the top of this page.




On Sunday, January 6, 2019; the beloved wife of the late Eddie Gibson; mother of Christopher E. Gibson; daughter of Frances A. Patterson and the late Leonard J. Patterson; sister of Leonard E. Patterson and Kim P. Ross. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Karen's Life Celebration on Saturday, January 12  from 2 p.m until time of service at 3 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. A Graveside Service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, cancer.org or Washington Hospital Center, medstarwashington.org

Albert Joseph Ouellette II, 54, of Tracy’s Landing, Maryland, grew his wings comfortably in his
home on January 6th, 2019.

Albert (Al) was born November 25th 1964 to the late Albert Joseph Ouellette and Francis Celia
Ammons in Cheverly, Maryland. He married Melissa Ann Ouellette on November 18th, 1983.

He leaves behind two children: Melissa Anne Ouellette and Albert Joseph Ouellette III. He also
leaves to cherish his memories; two grandchildren: Celia Lorain and Aurora Drew. His children
and grandchildren will always remember him as a hardworking provider who loved his family
unconditionally.

Albert (Al) was a Chief Engineer, for 30+ years and was passionate about ensuring all residents
were satisfied, all equipment was maintained and in proper running condition. He worked hard
to receive the necessary experience, education and licenses to become the “Al that knew it all”.

Friends are invited to attend Albert’s celebration of life on January 19, 2019 from 11am until a memorial service begins at 1pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, Maryland. Interment private.

Memorial Contributions in his honor can be accepted by the family to assist in any aftermath of
his loss. Also, College funds had already been set-up for his Grandchildren and can be
contributed to.

Passed away on Saturday, January 5, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. 
Mr. Geralis was born in Washington, D.C. He loved sports as child and teenager. He grew up playing baseball, football, basketball, horseshoes and boxing. He was a graduate of Central High School in Washington, DC. At age 21, he enlisted in the Navy and fought for our country during the Korean War. He served on the USS Menard (APA 201). He owned and operated Angie’s Place and the Cold Duck restaurants in North West Washington, D.C. with his wife. He was very active in his American Legion Post 259.
Mr. Geralis was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. He is survived by his wife, Angeline “Angie” T. Geralis; his son, Mike and his wife, Rana; his brother, George and his wife, Jackie, Geralis; his granddaughter and the love of his life, Angelina Geralis; his sister-in-law Lula Geralis; his son, Teddy preceded him in death. 


A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 10 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at St. Theodore Greek Orthodox Church, 7101 Cipriano Rd., Lanham, MD. Interment Glenwood Cemetery, Washington, DC. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church, sttheodores.org or the Wounded Warriors Project, woundedwarriorproject.org


George Thomas Jenkins, "Tommy, Pop, Cool Breeze", 78, a resident of Shady Side, MD and previously of New Freedom, PA, died on Thursday, January 3 at his home after an eleven year struggle with Parkinson's Disease. Born on August 12, 1940 in Washington, DC to the late George and Mildred Jenkins, Tommy was a graduate of Suitland High School and was the owner operator of Pressman's Bindery, Inc. He also worked for thirty years as a wholesaler/ buyer with Fitzgerald Auto Mall. Tommy loved animals, especially his dog, Cotton. He enjoyed watching good westerns, Roy Rogers, Lone Ranger, Gene Autry, etc., in his recliner, football, classic cars-especially '56 Chevys and being with his grandchildren and family.  He is survived by his companion, Kathleen Walsh; his children, Richard Thomas (Stephanie) Jenkins of Annapolis, MD, Thomas Scott (Jeny) Jenkins of Hagerstown, MD and Megan Walsh of Mt. Airy, MD; his brothers, Garry and Daniel Jenkins; his grandchildren, Luke, Corinne and Olivia Jenkins and Mia Shelton and many other relatives and friends. Friends are invited to celebrate Tommy's life with his family at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, January 10 from 11 am until his funeral service begins at 1 pm. Contributions may be made to the American Parkinson's Disease Assn., 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island, NY 10305. Online condolences and tributes may be offered using the Memory Wall link at the top of this page. 

On Thursday, January 3, 2019 Matthew David Spannare died suddenly at his residence in Baltimore. Matt was born in Takoma Park on November 19, 1982 to Linde and David Spannare. He was a 2001 graduate of Southern High School and in 2005 graduated from the University of Maryland with a double major in criminology and sociology. Matt joined the U.S. Navy as an Engineering Aid with the Seabees and rose to the rank of Petty Officer 1st class. He was qualified as a Combat Warfare Specialist. As a member of NMCB 23, Matt was awarded a Navy Achievement Medal for meritorious service for his support of construction projects in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Matt also supported construction projects in Haiti after the 2010 hurricane. After leaving the U.S. Navy Matt became a home inspector, achieving the level of Certified Master Inspector. He enjoyed the outdoors, and spent time hiking, fishing, canoeing and target shooting. Matt’s sense of humor and easy going nature made him a friend to all. In addition to his parents, Matt is survived by his brother Ryan, sister-in-law Lindsay, and niece Reagan of Belair, MD. 

All services are private.

Mr. Willie Linburgh Washington was born September 14, 1932 in Caroline County Dawn, VA, to Susie Chandler and William Washington.  He joined First Calvary Baptist Church at an early age.  He worked at the Coca-Cola plant for years, also Department of Public Works in D.C. Government where he retired.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
On Wednesday, January 2, 2019, he slipped quietly away into eternal rest.  He leaves to mourn his wife Jennie; 3 sons Lawrence G. Washington, Damon Braxton, Roy Goodall; 11 grandchildren Taevon, Tayla, Jadah, Lawrence Jr., Layla, Damon Braxton, Damone Braxton, Damari Braxton; sister Mary James, Mareen Straus; brother-in-law Loyd Straus; in-laws Ruby Walter Camibell; a number of nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be on Friday, January, 11, 2019 from 10 am until time of Memorial Service at 11 am at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745.


Teresa Lynn Hutzel, 36, a lifelong resident of Edgewater, MD, passed away on January 2, 2019 in Elkton, MD.  Born on November 29, 1982 in Annapolis to Howard “Buddy” and Sharon Kernan, Teresa graduated from South River High School in 2000 and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Salisbury State University in 2007.  She worked as a Logistics Management Specialist at the Aberdeen Proving Ground.  
In addition to her parents, Teresa is survived by her loving husband of 2 years, John Davis Hutzel; two step-daughters, Hailey and Maykayla Hutzel; her brother, Jason Kernan of Edgewater and sister, Carol (Shelby Taylor) Kernan of Crawfordville, FL; her father-in-law, Walter (Lisa Smith) Hutzel; brother-in-law, William Hutzel and sister-in-law, Jessica Joines.  Teresa was also the devoted aunt of Hailey and Kamden Taylor and Kiley Kernan.  
Friends are invited to celebrate Teresa's life with her family on Tuesday, January 8, from 2 to 4 and 6 pm to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037, where Teresa's funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 11 am. Burial will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. Online condolences and tributes may be offered by using the link in the left column of this page


Tammie Lynn Parker was born on December 15, 1964, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.  She was born to Grace M. Parker and Earl M. Parker.

Tammie was raised in Washington, D.C. and Maryland.  She graduated from Potomac High School (MD), graduating with the class of 1982.  She attended the University of Maryland for two years before transferring to Bowie State University as a recipient of the Dr. Ronald E. McNair Scholarship. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Information Technology.   

Tammie began her career in the Federal Government at various agencies, including the Department of Defense and the Department of Treasury, where she worked for many years until her health declined due to a car accident which led to spinal surgery. 

Although her life was filled with physical challenges, Tammie never complained.  She loved spending time with family and life-long friends that brought her the greatest joy.  She was a member of the Ebenezer A.M.E Church, Fort Washington, MD.  She was a women of great faith who found comfort in praying and reading the bible.  One of her favorite scriptures is Psalm 118:28, “This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” 

She was such a lovely person who loved life and made friends wherever she went.  Tammie was always ready to celebrate others and very generous in giving gifts to all.  She lit up every room she came into and touched every soul with her infectious smile. She had a wonderful sense of humor, and ability to relate to people from all walks of life, always an advocate for encouraging people to be the best version of themselves.

Tammie enjoyed music, going to concerts, dining out with family and friends, visiting art museums, traveling and relaxing on the beach. 

Close to her heart was her niece Tyler Christina and her nephew Terrence Christopher, whom she loved dearly and with whom she spent many holidays, celebrations, and school events which were never forgotten.  

Tammie was predeceased by her younger brother, Derrick Boyd. She leaves to celebrate her life, her mother Grace Parker, who was always at her side, her father, Earl Parker; sisters, Tina Williams (Terry Williams), and Aisha Parker; niece Tyler Williams, nephew Terrence Williams, aunts, uncles, cousins, two devoted friends, Veronica Workie and Gloria Better, devoted cousin Christie Wyatt, and many other relatives and friends.  

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Tammie's life on Saturday, January 12, 2019 from 11am until her funeral service begins at 12pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton, MD.

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Adam F. “Fred” MacAdam II was taken from this life on Dec. 29, 2018 when he was killed by an assailant in his yard. He is survived by his siblings: B. Diane (Richard) Landon; Ruthanne (Tu’i) Foukimoana; Mary MacAdam; Philip (Barbara) MacAdam; Ron MacAdam; Cousins Cyndi (Larry) Powell, Debbie (Andy) Reisner, Harold Elrod; and numerous other cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Fred was a caring and good person who was always willing to aid anyone in need, whether friend or stranger. He spent his life in service: 12 years as a Captain in the Marines, after which he was a Financial Services Advisor, and was actively involved in and served on the Board of Directors for several local charities. He was active member of Sharon Masonic Lodge, Mc Lean Va. He will be sorely missed.

“The souls of the Just are in the hand of God and no hurt or harm can touch them. To the eye of the unbeliever they appear dead. But they are live.”

The remains were cremated and will be buried in Arlington National Cemetery at a future date. Disposition is being handled by Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill MD. 20745. Further information can be found at obitree.com

Bonnie Jean Roberts, 69, a resident of Palmetto, FL for five years and previously of Harwood, MD, died on Friday, December 28 in Annapolis, MD. Born on June 19, 1949 in Washington, DC to the late Lois May and Charles Raymond Griffin, Sr.  Bonnie graduated in 1967 from Frederick Sasscer High School in Upper Marlboro, MD. She enjoyed scrapbooking, collecting shells, the beach, working in her flower beds, painting, arts and crafts and spending time with her grandkids. 

Bonnie is survived by her husband of over 50 years, Chester Bennett Roberts of Palmetto, FL whom she married on July 8, 1968; her children, Staci (Tony) Pessagno of Edgewater, MD and C. Brian (Alix Shore-Kaminski) Roberts of Annapolis, MD; her brother, Charles Raymond Griffin II of Hurlock, MD; her sisters, Sandra Chaney of Shamokin, PA, Charlene Hooks and Shirley Griffin both of Colonial Beach, VA; grandmother of Kaitlyn, Kyle, and Cole Pessagno and Rosemary (Rosie) Alexandra Roberts.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Linda Collins. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Bonnie's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday, January 2 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to National Save The Sea Turtle Foundation, 4419 West Tradewinds Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. 

Condolences may be made online at: KalasFuneralHomes.com


On Friday, December 28, 2018, a former resident of Oxon Hill, MD, Lillian M. Walker, age 97, peacefully passed away at her home in Waldorf, MD. Lillian was born on February 1, 1921 in Seat Pleasant, MD to Lillie Godfrey and Harry Maloney. In 1939, she graduated from Maryland Park High School in Seat Pleasant. She served as an Administration Officer in the Collection Division Department of the I.R.S in Washington, D.C. for several years. One of her greatest achievements was holding the title of First Female Junior Warden of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church located in Temple Hills, MD. Lillian loved traveling in her motor home with her husband, Ed and spending time with her grandchildren. Special people in her life are Terry, Patsy, Ina, and Tina.

Lillian is survived by her daughter, Evelyn Walker Doerk of Potomac, MD; her son, Charles E. Walker, Jr. of Indian Head, MD; her grandsons, Steven Dirk, Jason Doerk, and Kevin Doerk Michael, Eddie, Matthew and Cameron Walker; her granddaughters, Kimberly Walker Sturman Mack and Cheyenne Walker; and nine great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Lillie Maloney and her husband of 58 years, Charles Edward Walker, Sr.

Services will be held at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 5203 St Barnabas Rd, Temple Hills, MD 20748 on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Interment St. Barnabas Episcopal Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Barnabas Episcopal Church.

Margaret "Marge" Louise Marsala, 77, a 20 year resident of Lothian, MD, passed away on Thursday, December 27, 2018. Born on February 12, 1941, in Evanston, IL, Marge grew up in Winnetka, IL. She was a loving wife and mother, who raised six children.  Marge is survived by her loving husband, Joe Marsala; three children, Steve Cross of Virginia, Amy Masterton of North Carolina and Nancy Ciccarone of Annapolis, MD; four step-children, Jen Ragone and Blake Marsala of Virginia, Greg Marsala of Florida, and Paige Marsala of Texas and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Laura Cross.  A celebration of Marge's life was held on Sunday, December 30, 2018, with many of her family and closest friends attending. She will be missed terribly. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. Condolences may be made by visiting the link on this page.

	Sherry Simas may have left the mortal coil that was so very cruel to her in the end, but she left behind a legacy of love and selfless service.  She has gone to be reunited with her Honey, Victor R Simas, and is survived by her sister, Joy Beringer, and her best friend, Barbra Einbinder and her children and their spouses, Suzi (Stephen II) Lyba, David Simas, Joseph Simas, and Jeni (Jeremiah) Wamaling, and her stepdaughter Pat Teutsch.  She also is survived by 8 grandchildren and their spouses;  Stephen III, Sean and Sydney Lyba, Charlie and Victoria Wamaling, Michelle (David) Ferrante, Christopher (Jessica) Teutsch, Jamie (Peter) Snyder, Michael (Carrie) Teutsch and by her great grandchildren; Justin Russell, Peter IV, Pierce, Taylor, and Lucas Snyder, Dominic and Sophia Teutsch, Ryan and Harper Teutsch.

	Sherry loved art, photography, theater, music, practicing Judaism, crossword puzzles, the beach, teaching, girl scouting, eating good food with good company, dancing with her husband, spending time with her children and grandchildren, and catching up and enjoying time with her friends and family.  She loved books, movies, cats, Yorkies, hummingbirds, helping others in any way she could, and laughing...above all, she loved to cackle until she couldn’t breathe.  She loved to travel and ventured to Korea and the Philippines several times with her work for Catholic Charities adoption services.  

	She was a person who would give her last ounce of energy to make sure that someone else would have an easier time or could get their needs met.  Sherry was always ready with a witty comment, an infectious laugh, and more sass than one would think could fit in her sweet little body.  The world will not be the same without her.


Retired Captain Seth Elmore Greene departed his earthly life on December 24, 2018; beloved father of Seth Andrew (Shawnta) Greene and stepson, Brian M. Holmes; grandfather of Seth Ahmire and Sean C. Greene, Abraham M. and Logan A. Holmes; nephew of Annabel (Harold) Warren; 1st cousin of Sheila Warren, Sharon (Ralph) Marsh, Harold Anthony Warren, Darryl (Loretta) Warren; 2nd cousin of Kasie S. Warren, Melissa A. and Amber N. Marsh, Shanice Warren; 3rd cousin of Kylen and Kryslen Quinones, Jackson E. Riley; and special friend of Mary Hunter. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Seth E. Greene’s Life Celebration on Friday, January 11, 2019 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Fort Foote Baptist Church, 8310 Fort Foote Road, Fort Washington MD 20744-5527. Interment with Military honors will be held at 1:45 p.m. at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD.

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On Sunday, December 23, 2018; the beloved husband of Salome Contreras Tañedo; father of Reuben and Philip (Samira) Tañedo and Cielo (Brent) Leech; brother of Msgr. Francisco Y. Tañedo, Edgar (Lita) Tañedo and Purita Tañedo Sy; grandfather of Caramina, Isabella and Mariano Tañedo and Braedan and Bianca Leech. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends. Friends may call at St. Phlip the Apostle Catholic Church, 5416 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD on Monday, December 31, 2018 from 9:30 a.m until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Interment to take place later.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, PO Box 98018, Washington DC 20090 or online at https://donate.lls.org/lls/donate

Friends are invited to celebrate Dottie's life at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Saturday, December 29 from 9:30 AM until a Mass of Christian Burial is offered at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. Condolences may be made by visiting the link on this page.

Obituary

Thomas H. "Bug" Wilson, Jr. was born in Roanoke, Va. on July 7, 1933 to Thomas H. Wilson, Sr. and Siberia O. Hall.  He and his older sister, Constance Ensley, were raised in Roanoke by Inez Hall Wright, their maternal grandmother, and their Aunt Lula Barrett. They often took the train to visit their parents in Philadelphia. Bug graduated from Lucy Addison High School in Roanoke, Va. in 1952. 
Bug was a basketball and football star and was invited to tour and play against the Harlem Globetrotters. 
Bug's greatest accomplishment at Addison was capturing the heart of Miss Shirley Vandora Hamlar.  During high school, they would time their walks to school in order to spend time together.  Van graduated a year earlier and enrolled in Virginia State College in Petersburg.  After his graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. 
Following her college graduation, Bug married his soulmate, the love of his life, Shirley V. Wilson, on March 1st, 1955. They were married for 63 years until he went to sleep and awakened in the presence of Jesus Christ, the morning of December 23, 2018. 
Bug had a distinguished career in the Air Force, and continually advanced while continuing his education by taking college courses.  He retired in 1973, after 20 years of service, as a Senior Master Sergeant. 
Bug was preceded into eternity by his parents, sister, maternal grandmother and aunt. He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife Shirley, his children Ray (Elanza), Mike, Sondra Rothermel (Ken), Tony (Cheryl, RIP), and Tom (Gloria).  He also leaves 11 grandchildren, Joseph, Amanda (Jeremy), Bryan, Danielle, Christian, Stephanie, Christina, Kimberly, Thomas IV, Tariq, Kyla, a great granddaughter Milan and a host of other loving relatives and friends. Bug was the patriarch of his family and a standard for the community.


William Francis Malkowski (“Bill”), 87, of Temple Hills, Maryland, passed away on December 22, 2018. He was born on July 11, 1931 in Boston, Massachusetts, to the late William Malkowski and Stella Sroka.

William retired from the United States Air Force after 26 years of service with the rank of Senior Master Sergeant, followed by a career at the US Mint. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed baseball, bowling and playing the accordion. He was actively involved with the Red Cross and a 4th Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus.

William is survived by his wife of 66 years, Betty; children, Stephen Malkowski (Karin), Lorraine Ramsey (Jim), and Patricia Lambeth; grandchildren, Christopher Lambeth (Alison), Heather Lambeth (Rick), Juli Sanders (Mike), Steven Wright, and Andrea Whitley (Jesse); great-grandchildren, Carter Sanders, Jackson Sanders, and Caroline Lambeth; sister, Florence Kazarian; and nephew, Alan Kazarian.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, December 29, 2018 from 10 am until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 5416 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735. A reception will follow at the Knights of Columbus, 3611 Stewart Road, Forestville MD, 20747.

On Friday, December 21, 2018, Elly Liakopoulos, the beloved wife of the late Solon Liakopoulos; devoted mother of Patricia Dee (Jim), Zoe Devaney (Ed), and Deana Liakopoulos, sister of Mary Papadeas and Yiayia of six grandchildren (Alexis, Nick, Michael, Katie, Lara and Von) passed away peacefully. 

Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Friday, December 28th at Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD. Interment at St. Demetrios Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Elly’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, alzfdn.org.

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

Obituaries

Julia LeCompte

Kelemua Shishige

Venetia Lavato

John Ricketts

Eileen Searls

Karen Gibson

Albert Ouellette

James Geralis

George Jenkins

Matthew Spannare

Willie Washington

Teresa Hutzel

Tammie Parker

Adam MacAdam

Bonnie Roberts

Lillian Walker

Margaret Marsala

Sheril Simas

Seth Greene

Avelino Tañedo

Dorothy Shover

Thomas Wilson

William Malkowski

Elly Liakopoulos