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Sam John Anastasis passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 20 in Annapolis, MD surrounded by his family after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia and its side effects. Born on March 20, 1939 in Klausion, Greece to the late John and Katherine Anastasis, Sam served in the military in Greece and then joined the police academy where he served in Athens until he moved to the United States to be re-united with his family. He worked as a waiter for Duke Zeibert's, Mel Crupin's when Duke's closed, and again for Duke's when it re-opened.  He retired from Duke's and shared his time between Athens and Gambrills for many years.  After his diagnosis with LBD Sam lived permanently with his son, John and his family. Sam is survived by his children, John (Samantha) Anastasis and Katherine (David) Lewis; six beautiful grandchildren, Christopher, Niki, Demi, Eli, Lexi, and Sam; his brother, Jimmy (Mary)  of Athens and his sister, Vasiliki of Silver Spring, MD;  his ex-wife and friend,  Alex (Pat); his niece, Dina (Jimmy); his nephews, Chris (Cathy) and John, his great nieces Maria and Elle, his great nephew Alex, as well as numerous friends both here and in Greece. He will be missed by his family and all those who knew him as a loyal, kind, and considerate friend. 

Friends may call at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD on Wednesday, January 2 from 10:30 AM until his funeral service begins at 11 AM. Interment will follow at St. Demetrios Greeki Orthodox Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Lewy Body Dementia Association -    https://www.lbda.org/node/add/campaign.                          


Michael Howard “Mike” Kane, 32, a 6-year resident of Cape St. Claire/Annapolis and previously of Edgewater, MD, passed away on December 20, 2018 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center due to complications from a previously undiagnosed heart defect.  Born on October 9, 1986 in Annapolis, Mike graduated from South River High School.  He worked as a marine mechanic at Persimmon Point.  Mike was an avid hunter and fisherman.  He enjoyed hunting deer and water fowl on his parents’ eastern shore farm and fishing on his boat, the Homewrecker.  Most of all, Mike loved spending time with his family; he was a devoted husband and father.

Mike is survived by his loving wife, Danielle, whom he met in 2008 and married in 2016; two sons, Michael and Mason, both of Annapolis; one daughter, Adriana, his parents, Michael and Helen Kane, sister, Michelle (Robert) Mitchell and nephew, Dylan all who reside in Edgewater.

Friends are invited to celebrate Mike’s life with his family at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater on Thursday, December 27 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m.  His funeral service will be held at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship, 377 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD on Friday, December 28 at 11 a.m.  Burial will be private.

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On Thursday, December 20, 2018; the beloved father of Laurence E., Jr., Michael and Paul (Rebecca) Crawford; son of the late Robert and Edith Crawford; brother of the late Ronald and David Crawford and Felicia Brady; grandfather of Brandon Crawford. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Maj. Crawford's Life Celebration on Thursday, December 27, 2018 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 Friday, December 28  at 11 a.m. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2401 Brinkley Rd., Ft. Washington, MD. Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. 

Edwin Eugene Stickley, 86, of Lusby, MD, passed away peacefully at his family home on December 19, 2018.  Edwin is predeceased by his beloved wife of 39 years, Susie (Beall) Stickley.  He is survived by his loving family of five children, John “Jack” Stickley (Donna), Glenna Kidd (Frank), Dianne Baumann, Mark Stickley, and J. Drew Stickley; 17 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and his brother Robert Stickley.  
As a young entrepreneur, Edwin made a successful career in the asphalt paving business that spanned 32 years before retiring in 2004.  In addition to enjoying time with family and friends, he had a passion for flying as a QB, and member of EAA and AOPA; and cruising the Chesapeake Bay and Intracoastal Waterway as a licensed USCG Captain.  His leisure time included enthusiasm for Dixieland jazz, dancing the jitterbug, travel and reading books with a keen interest in US and world history.  
A Celebration of Edwin’s Life will be held for friends and family on Sunday, January 27, 2019, at The Blue Dolphin Seafood Bar & Grill, 1166 Rt. 3 South, Gambrills, MD from 11:00 am until his memorial service begins at 11:30 am.  A reception will immediately follow.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Edwin’s name to Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation, 90 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122; or Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic to which Edwin devoted many volunteer flights, 4620 Haygood Rd, Ste 1, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.

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Arrangements for Mr. Beane are private.

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Charles "Charlie" Rader, 86, of Turkey Point Island, Edgewater, passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2018, due to long-term effects of heart disease. Born September 30, 1932, in Washington, D.C., he graduated from the University of Maryland. Charlie served in the U.S. Army for five years. He was employed for nearly 40 years with The Gillette Company, retiring in 1998 as Research Director. Much of his career was spent on research on the safety and efficiency of personal care products. He was a member of the Chemical Society of Washington, the American Chemical Society, the Fiber Society and the Washington Academy of Sciences. Charles enjoyed fishing, gardening, Washington Nationals Baseball, NASCAR, and University of Maryland athletics. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carole; three children, Bill, Steve and Sue; a son-in-law, Wayne; three grandchildren; and a sister, Barbara. Friends are invited to celebrate Charles' life at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, December 27 from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm, where a funeral service will be held on Friday, December 28 at 11 am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122 or the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Attn: Membership Dept., 6 Herndon Ave., Annapolis, MD 21403.

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Stanley Gunson Green, age 84 a resident of Annapolis, MD and previously a resident of Washington DC died December 17, 2018. Born on July 2, 1934 to Carl and Dorothy Green in Chicago Illinois, he graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and Engineering School at the University of Maryland. After college he was commissioned in the U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps and assigned duty in Hawaii. When released from active duty he returned to the Washington area and worked in the FAA, CIA, Postal Service and the U.S. Army Corps Engineers retiring from a lifelong career of public service in 1998. He was married to Claudia Taft Green August 16, 1969 until her death May 26, 1992. He was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church for 42 years. He maintained his professional engineering license into his 80’s working on everything from hydroelectric dams to foundation walls for his neighbors in Loch Haven. He enjoyed sailing, spending time with friends and family, wine and telling stories. He traveled East as far as Iran and West as far as Thailand. He is survived by his son Steven Green, daughter in law Christy Green, and grandson Cayden Green. A memorial service will be held February 3, 2019 at 2:00 pm in Friendship Hall at Ginger Cove, 4000 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 1300 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401.

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 Charles Scott Sudduth, 71, a 30-year resident of Crofton, MD, passed away at his home on December 17, 2018.  Born on July 31, 1947 in Washington, DC, Scott left college to join the first academy class for the Anne Arundel County Fire Department.  Throughout his 28-year career, he was promoted to Lieutenant and Fire Marshall and was an Arson Investigator when he retired in 1996.  Scott was a member of the AACO Fire Department Retirees Association and the Nichols Bethel United Methodist Church.  He was also a NASCAR enthusiast.
Scott was preceded death by his daughter, Christy Rogers.  He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Vanessa Sudduth; his son Curtis (Julie) Sudduth of Inverness, FL and four grandsons, Jacob, William, Hunter and Elliott.

Friends are invited to celebrate Scott’s life with his family on Wednesday, December 19 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 20 at 11 a.m..  Burial will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Anne Arundel County Burn Center Foundation, care of AACO Firefighters Association, 8684 Veterans Highway, Millersville, MD 21108.

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On Monday, December 17, 2018 formerly of Suitland, MD; the beloved wife of the late Don Beechner; mother of Walter "Ralph" (Trish) Kneessi; sister of Richard Swann and Louise Hager; also survived by nine grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Gladys' Life Celebration on Saturday, December 22 from 11 a.m until time of services at 12 noon at Landover Hills Baptist Church, 4420 73rd Ave., Landover Hills, MD 20784. Interment Ft. Lincoln Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your Hospice of Washington County:hospiceofwc.org/

Henry Clay Richardson of Fort Washington, MD was born July 27, 1949 in Bowman, South Carolina. He was the youngest child of late John and Eartha Jamison Richardson. He departed this earthy living on December 17, 2018 suddenly while at home.

Henry was educated in the public schools of Orangeburg County District 4, graduating and receiving his high school diploma from Bethune Memorial High School in 1967. After graduation, he attended Lincoln Tech, in Jacksonville FL. Receiving his Associates Degree in Computer Science. Upon graduation, he immediately started working at a plant Smith Corona for about a year before and ending his career at EDS, Electronic Data System now formerly known as (Hewlett-Packard) and retiring in September 2000.

While attending high school, he met his high school sweetheart Betty Rae Funchess. They married August 1, 1971, from this union they had four children; Larone, Terrell, Eric, and Shelia. He was the provider and protector of our family.

After retirement, Henry’s took various interests and hobbies. The stock market, money management and travel were his favorites. Through his true passion for trading a typical morning ritual for him would be to watch the news and stock market channel and jogging for 30 minutes before the stock market bell rang all while helping the grandkids get ready for school. He also had a love of basketball and football largely remembered for being a die-hard fan of the Washington Redskins; there wasn’t anything you could not tell him that he didn’t already knew about his beloved Redskins.

Henry was preceded in death by his older brother Nathaniel Jamison and parents John and Eartha Jamison Richardson.

Henry Clay Richardson leaves to cherish devoted and loving wife Betty R Richardson; four children, Larone (La Quaya) Richardson, Terrell (Brenda) Richardson, Eric Richardson, and Shelia Richardson-Davis (Tyrone); 16 grandchildren, Donnell, Ashley, Alexis, Ka’Juan, JaKiah, Ka’Deija, Rondell, Shanyia, Isaiah, Shae’La, Morgan, Jahniyah, Alyssia, Tru, Titan, and Titus; a loving sister Johnnie Mae (Major) Boyce of Amityville, New York and host of relatives and friends, all of whom will miss him dearly.

Relatives and friends are invited to Henry's Life Celebration on Saturday, January 5, 2019 from 10 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. at KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.



Martin Joseph “Marty” Riordan, 55, a 3-year resident of Chesapeake Beach, MD, passed away on December 17, 2018.  Born on April 22, 1963 in Washington, DC, Marty graduated from Crossland High School and Lincoln Tech.  He was a car enthusiast and especially enjoyed racing his cars.  Marty is survived by his loving wife, Valerie N. Riordan; three stepchildren, Sara Heisler and Lee Rupert, both of Calvert, MD and Cara Watson of Alabama; two brothers, Pat and Matt who reside in Maryland; two sisters, Kathy who resides in Florida and Eileen who resides in Pennsylvania; and five grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Marty’s life with his family at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater  on Saturday, January 5, 2019 from 3:00 p.m. until his memorial service begins at 4:00 p.m.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to the American Red Cross or donate blood in Marty's honor. Online condolences may be offered by accessing the link on this page. 

Patrick Joseph Byrne “Joe”, 80, a resident of Annapolis, MD, formerly of Crofton, MD, died on Sunday, December 16 at his home, surrounded by his family. Born on September 9, 1938 in Bayonne, NJ to the late Patrick Joseph and Christina Noel Byrne, Joe graduated from St. Peter's High School in Staten Island, NY in 1956. He attended St. Peter's College and Rutger’s University. Joe served in the U.S. Army for 6 years, 2 years on active duty stationed in Korea and 4 years as a reservist. Joe then enjoyed a lengthy career in the pharmaceutical industry, retiring from Abbott Labs in 2004. Joe was a member of the American Legion Post 7, The Lost Patrol, the Heritage Harbour Chorus, the Heritage Harbour Players and A.A., where he helped countless people throughout the 49 years he was involved with the program. He enjoyed music, hunting and fishing, but most of all spending time with his family and beloved grandchildren. Joe is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Anne Byrne; his daughters, Anne Noel (Husband Christopher Mikesell), Aileen (Husband Carl Gitchell and children, Sean Patrick, Kelly Anne and Colin Joseph), and Allison Lynn, all of Annapolis, MD; and brother William F. Byrne of Palm Coast, FL. Joe was preceded in death by his sister, Noel Hughes. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Joe's life at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM where his funeral service will be held on Friday, December 21 at 11 AM. Interment will be at Maryland Veterans’ Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Rd., Crownsville, MD on Thursday, December 27 at 1 PM. Memorial contributions in Joe’s name may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. Condolences may be made online at: KalasFuneralHomes.com

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Clara Helena Segreti, 98, of Annapolis, MD and formerly of College Park, MD, died on Sunday, December 16 at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis. Born on January 24, 1920 in Washington, DC to the late Emilio and Dina Perruso, Clara graduated from McKinley High School in 1938. She worked for 30 years with the United Mine Workers of America (U.M.W.A.) until retiring in 1982. Clara was a member of the Order of the Sons and Daughters of Italy (O.S.D.I.A.), the Annapolis American Legion Auxiliary, the Annapolis Moose Auxiliary, the Peppers of Londontown and the Heritage Harbour Women's Club. She enjoyed bridge, bingo, ceramics, knitting and crocheting, crafts, card playing and cooking. Clara was preceded in death by her husband Salvatore Segreti who died on May 11, 1997. They were married on April 7, 1940. She is survived by her sons, Gregory Segreti of Annapolis, MD, Robert Segreti of Silver Spring, MD and Joseph Segreti of Baltimore, MD and her granddaughter, Alexandra Segreti of New York City. Friends are invited to celebrate Clara's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD  on Wednesday, December 26  from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM where her funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 27 at 11 AM. Interment Ft. Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood, MD. Condolences may be made  by accessing the Memory Wall link at the top of this page.

William Calvin Hairston, Jr., affectionately known as “Tickle” was born in Gary, West Virginia, to William Calvin Hairston Sr. and Cordelia Swanson, on September 9, 1942.  He attended Gary District High School and lived with his grandparents after his mom passed away at the age of 15.  He later moved to Washington, D.C., at the age of 21.  He really was fond of his neighborhood, as he resided in the S.E. area, until he departed this life at 76.
William was an excellent dancer and was always known for having smooth dance moves.  Friends and family recall how he would “get down low” on the dance floor, and win all the dance contests at the family reunions, cookouts, and holiday celebrations.  It was always an entertaining party watching him dance, truly enjoyed by all of his friends and relatives.  He was stylish, coordinated from head to toe, eye-catching in appearance.  William was an excellent carpenter, and could build anything with his hands.  Not only did he use his creative mind to build things for others, he was constantly building and repairing items in his apartment home.  His talent for building was showcased when he built a platform wooden floor in his living room to elevate his furniture.
Playing cards and traveling were two things that William really enjoyed.  He especially loved to drive long distance to visit his relatives down south and eat some southern cooking.
William leaves to cherish his memory, his longtime partner and girlfriend, Tina Thomas of Capitol Heights, MD, a sister Vanita Johnson (Ernest) of Washington, D.C., a sister Terry Hairston, of Forestville, MD, a son Kevin Hairston (Arlene) of Brandywine, Maryland, a son Jimmy Lucas of Washington, D.C., a daughter, Keisha Martiz of Washington, D.C., a daughter, Missy Lucas of Washington, D.C.  Several grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, great nieces, nephews, and a host of friends and relatives.


Dolores “Dee” Schraf, 84, passed away on Friday, December 14, 2018 at her home in Edgewater, MD. Her courageous battle with cancer ended peacefully with family at her side.
Born on March 14, 1934 in Hillside, MD to the late Eleanor and Russell Dennison, Dolores graduated from St. Cecelia’s High School in 1952 and married the late James Robert Schraf the following year. They began their marriage outside of Fort Buchanan in San Juan, Puerto Rico where James was stationed with the U.S. Army. After returning to the United States, Dolores began working in the personnel department at Andrews Air Force Base. She later joined the Prince George’s County Public School system where she completed a 23-year career and was awarded the Outstanding Classified Employee in 1985.
An avid fan of all local sports teams, Dolores was a regular attendee at games when the Redskins, Capitals and former Senators were playing.  She enjoyed traveling extensively, volunteering, gardening, working in her yard, and playing and winning at Keno.  She also loved listening to country and western music.  Her greatest joy though came from spending time with her family and having a devoted Bichon Frise always at her side.
	Dolores is survived by her daughter, Kathleen Suthard of Shady Side, MD; two sons, James (Jean) Schraf of Edgewater and Richard Schraf of Salisbury, MD; two sisters, Eleanor Howell and Judy Morton, both of Odenton, MD; three grandchildren, Leonard Jay, Katherine and Richard (Hannah); two step-grandchildren, Matthew and Christopher; a great-granddaughter, Violet and many adoring nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to celebrate Dolores’ life with her family on Thursday, December 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, December 21 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035.  Because burial is being scheduled privately at a later date, the family would appreciate donations in Dolores’ memory to Holy Family Catholic Church in lieu of flowers.

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On December 14, 2018, Patricia Kram Prather of Fort Washington, MD passed away peacefully at the age of 81. Pat was born in Pittsburgh and was a lifelong Steeler fan. She was a devoted Army Wife to her late husband, LTC Lawrence H Prather, Jr. (Ret). Pat was a loving mother to Pam Prather and Peggi Phelps, mother-in-law to Darren Phelps and grandmother to Samuel Phelps. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and many dear family members and friends. Friends and family are welcome to attend services held at Arlington National Cemetery on January 29, 2019 at 10am. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Sitar Arts Center in Washington DC or Annandale North Springfield Little League in Annandale, VA.

Jeraldine Rodgers Henderson, 96, a nine-year resident of Annapolis, MD and previously
of Reading, MA, died Thursday, December 13, 2018, in Annapolis, MD following a brief
illness.

Affectionately known as "Jeri" and "Nana", she was born February 16, 1922, in Hubbard,
IA to the late Cecil Rodgers and Jennie Ziemke. Jeraldine proudly served her country in
the United States Coast Guard during WWII.
In addition to her parents, and her brother Dallas Rodgers, she was preceded in death
by her husband of 64 years, Robert Fisher Henderson.

Jeraldine is survived by four children, Robert (Ginny) Henderson of Mason, MI, James
(Sharon) Henderson of Manassas, VA, Wendy (George) Waymouth of Annapolis, MD,
and Amy (Hugh) Boyd of Montclair, NJ; seven grandchildren, Robert and Brian
Henderson, Natalie (Tim) Baird, Robert (Jess), David (Ting), and Scott (Molly)
Waymouth, and Megan Boyd; and three great-grandchildren.

Jeri’s hobbies included needlework and quilting, as well as researching her family
history. As matriarch, she enjoyed nothing more than gathering her family together for
elaborate Christmas celebrations, summer getaways and playing mini golf.

A memorial service at Ft. Myer Chapel at Arlington National Cemetery will be held at a
later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to PBS, 11767
Owings Mills Blvd., Owings Mills, MD 21117, Doctors Without Borders, P.O. Box 5030,
Hagerstown, MD 21741, or Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc., Attn:
Online Services, P.O. Box 97166, Washington, DC 20090.

On Tuesday, December 11, 2018. The beloved husband of Vivian A. Cawood; brother of the late June and James Cawood, Jr., also survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Friends are invited to celebrate Val's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM where his funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 19 at 11 AM.  Interment Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church Cemetery in Owings, MD. Condolences may be made by accessing the link on this page.



Marion Joyce Claro, "Joyce", 73, a resident of Churchton, MD for 33 years, died on Monday, December 10 at her home. Born on July 21, 1944, in Fall River, MA to the late John and Irene Medeiros, Joyce earned a master's degree in law from George Washington University in Washington, DC. After retiring from the U.S. Department of Labor, she managed the law firm of Kohn, Kohn, and Colapinto and was the President of Claro Communications Group, Inc. She was preceded in death by three children, Kevin Scott, Debra Lynn, and Karen Leigh Claro. Joyce is survived by her son, Kenneth Claro of Churchton, MD; her brothers, Donald Medeiros of Fall River, MA and John Medeiros of Syracuse, NY; her grandsons, Kenneth Claro, and Michael Souza and three great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Joyce's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday from 6 to 8 PM where her funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 15 at 10 AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton, MD. 

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Louis Vacca of Annapolis and previously of Severna Park, MD, passed away on December 9, 2018 at the age of 101.  Born on May 31, 1917 in Newark, New Jersey to the late Giuseppe and Maria Vacca, ‘Lou’ earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn and a Masters of Business Administration degree from Syracuse University.  Lou served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II, achieving the rank of major.  He was stationed in England where he received the Bronze Star for work with the British involving engineering improvements to warplane artillery.  After the war, he pursued a lengthy career as an electrical engineer with IBM working primarily at its defense facility in Owego, New York near the family’s home in Vestal.  He retired in 1981, relocating to Maryland.  Lou had a passion for opera, swimming, bowling and sailing in the Finger Lakes and Chesapeake Bay.  He also enjoyed traveling and was an avid reader and cyclist, biking many miles into his 80s.  Lou was preceded in death by his loving wife of 75 years, Catherine Vacca who died in 2016 at the age of 98.  He is survived by his daughter, Marie (Jeffrey) Halka of Annapolis and his granddaughter, Julianna (Erik) Dawson of New York, NY.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart Center Fund of the University of Maryland Medical System Foundation or the Annapolis Opera Company.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Please take a moment to sign the family's guest book by clicking on the link on this page.

Edward J. O'Connor, Jr. "Ed or Eddy", 65, of Annapolis, MD, passed away peacefully on December 9th, 2018 at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. Born on June 14, 1953 in Washington, DC to the late Francis and Edward O'Connor, Sr., Ed graduated from High Point High School in Beltsville, MD. He then earned a Political Science degree with honors from the University of Maryland in College Park. While at the University of Maryland, Ed was elected President of the University Commuters Association and was awarded the University of Maryland Alumni Associates Outstanding Student Award. Ed also later received his doctorate in Judicial Studies from the University of Maryland's School of Law in Baltimore, MD. Ed loved both playing and listening to music. In his twenties he wrote many songs about the people he met on his life's journey (you know who you are). Ed enjoyed watching hockey and football and some of his happiest moments were spent enjoying the relaxing and laid back style in the British Virgin Islands with friends.  Ed is survived by his two beloved daughters, Lauren Michelle O'Connor and Caitlyn Ann Peribonio. He is also survived by his former wives, Cheri Lynn Blackborn, who was his high school sweetheart, and Julie Ann Spahn.  A special thank you to the many individuals who assisted at the University of Maryland Medical Center of Baltimore, MD for their loving care and support during his final days. Also the family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude towards the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, P.A for being very accommodating and understanding during this difficult time.  A memorial service will be held at Bay Area Community Church, 884 Chesterfield Rd., Annapolis, MD at 3 PM on Tuesday, December 18. 

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On Sunday, December 9, 2018; the beloved husband of Leonida Reyes Dizon; son of the late Zacarias and Felisa Dizon; father of Rommel and Rossel Dizon; brother of Marvin Dizon, Agnes Payawal, Lilia Racelis and Aurora Penas. He is also survived by five grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Ruben's Life Celebration at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., National Harbor, MD on Thursday, December 13 from 4 to 8 p.m.. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 11 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Sherry Lynn Clayton, 69, a 38-year resident of Edgewater, MD, passed away on December 8, 2018 in Annapolis.  Born on May 6, 1949 to Ann and the late Wilbur Murphy, Sherry grew up in Eastport and graduated from Annapolis High School before attending college.  She worked as a secretary at the U.S. Naval Academy Library.  Known for her spirituality, Sherry also was a talented negotiator.  She loved a good deal and was a frequent shopper at yard sales and flea markets.  Sherry also enjoyed cooking, baking and, most of all, caring for her family.
In addition to her father, Sherry was preceded in death by her sister, Diane.  She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Larry Clayton; her son, Brooke Harrison Clayton of Edgewater and her mother, Anne Murphy.  Funeral services will be private.  In lieu of flowers, please donate to an animal rescue shelter of your choice or, because of Sherry's longtime support of disabled veterans, a charity of your choice that assists disabled veterans.

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Obituaries

Sam Anastasis

Michael Kane

Laurence Crawford

Edwin Stickley

John Beane

Charles Rader

Stanley Green

Charles Sudduth

Gladys Beechner

Henry Richardson

Martin Riordan

P. Joseph Byrne

Clara Segreti

John Wencel

William Hairston

Dolores Schraf

Patricia Prather

Jeraldine Henderson

Valentine Cawood

Marion Claro

Louis Vacca

Edward O'Connor, Jr.

Ruben Dizon

Sherry Clayton