Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

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.

Online condolences and tributes may be offered by accessing the link at the top of this page.

John W. Kreuzburg, "Jack", a 25-year resident of Annapolis and previously of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away on Saturday. December 8, 2018, at Anne Arundel Medical Center, surrounded by his family.

Jack was born on September 15, 1942, in Washington, D.C. to the late Dr. Frank and Dorothy Day Kreuzburg.  Jack earned a Bachelor’s Degree from George Washington University. He was the owner of the Creative Incentive Group, a business marketing company.  

Jack is survived by his wife of 55 years, Nenita B. Kreuzburg, his children; Lisa Munley and her husband Tim of Arnold, MD, Kim Farnsworth and her husband Brad of Medina, Ohio and Jack Kreuzburg and his wife Lesley of Severna Park, MD. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, John and Tommy Kreuzburg, Kaitlin and Jacquelyn Farnsworth and Ryan and Megan Munley.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at 10:30am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. Interment will be private. 
A reception will follow the Mass. Details will follow.

The family wishes that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area 8830 Cameron St. #201, Silver Spring, MD  20910 or online at:
https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/ParkinsonFoundationoftheNatio/donation.html




Joshua Blake Taylor, Sr., 32, a resident of Churchton, MD died at his home on Saturday, December 8, 2018. Born on January 14, 1986, in Olathe, KS to James L. and Kelly L. Taylor, Joshua graduated from Southern Senior High School in Harwood, MD and was a cook at Skipper's Pier in Deale, MD.  He loved his family, friends, golf, football, basketball, and being a Captain.  Joshua enjoyed spending time with his family at the beach, and visiting his aunt and uncle Dena and Jay and his cousins, Jordan and Matt, in Seattle. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Heather R. Taylor; his children, Joshua Blake Taylor, Jr. of Churchton, MD, Mikaih Cravens of Lexington, KY, Macie (Scottie) Catterton of Shady Side, MD and Kennedy Cravens of Charleston, SC; his sister, Ashley (John) Comer of Churchton, MD; his grandparents, James D. Taylor of Bakersfield, CA, Richard Pyle of Spokane, WA and Dottie and Dudley Moorhous of Apex, NC and his grandchildren, Baileigh, Ryleigh and Everleigh Catterton all of Shady Side, MD. Joshua was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Sandra Ross Howes, and Connie Pyle. Friends are invited to celebrate Joshua's life at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, December 13 from 12 noon until his funeral service begins at 1 PM.  In lieu of flowers, an educational fund is being set up for Josh's son.  Online Condolences and tributes can be made by using the link on this page.

Barton E. “Bart” Cannon, 80, a 21-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Vienna, VA, passed away on December 7, 2018 surrounded by his family.  He was born on August 14, 1938 in Washington, DC to the late Rogers and Nina Cannon.  Bart was preceded in death by his brother, Stephen Cannon.  He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Carolyn Ajello Cannon; two sons, Barton Cannon, Jr. of Clifton, VA and Billy (Judy) Cannon of Edgewater; a brother, Rogers Cannon, Jr. and sister, Lillian Lagana, both of Mt. Pleasant, SC; three grandchildren, Lindsay, Taylor and Abigail and one great-grandson, Anthony.
Bart was a member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church in Edgewater and the American Legion Post 226.  An avid Redskins fan, he loved football and was a former youth team coach.  Bart was also a history buff, very patriotic and enjoyed music and golfing.  He found his greatest joy though just spending time with his family.
Friends are invited to celebrate Bart’s life with his family from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 13 at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Bart’s funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 15 at St. Andrew’s UMC, 4 Wallace Manor Road, Edgewater.  Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Foundation at www.jdrf.org
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Nicos Savvas Pantelides died at Johns Hopkins Hospital while undergoing treatment for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.  Nick, famous in Annapolis for his devotion to family, Church and the U.S. Naval Academy, will be missed dearly.  In addition to his many achievements as a sailor, admissions officer, and lacrosse coach, Nick was a true patriot and god-fearing family man.  Born in Nicosia, Cyprus, Nick was one of six children and raised in Annapolis by his Greek parents who owned the Royal Restaurant on West St.  He graduated from Annapolis H.S. in 1966.  He enlisted in the Naval reserves and attended Bullis Prep before entering the Naval Academy.  While at the Naval Academy Nick played on the 1970 National Lacrosse Championship team, served as the “Hop Committee Chairman” for Mrs. Emmy Marshall where he organized the selection of USNA’s first homecoming Queen & Parade, served as boxing instructor and head of the swimming sub squad.  After graduating in 1972, Nick’s first assignment was on the USS Saratoga (CV-60) in support of the Vietnam War.  He completed two combat missions and received the National Defense Service Medal, Navy Unit Battle Commendation, Vietnam Service Medal, & Vietnam Campaign medal.  His next assignment was at the Naval Academy, where he worked on several improvements to the Academy to include the restoration and renovation of the “Athletic Hall of Fame”.  However, Nick’s most significant accomplishment during this assignment was dating and marrying the love of his life, Dolly Tsatsios.  Nick remained at the Naval Academy serving as Admissions Officer from 1981 to 2004.  During his tenure, he was one of the original architects of the existing admissions systems and he designed and introduced scan forms not only for the Naval Academy, but also for Army and Air Force Academies.  He felt strongly that the best Naval Academy candidates were gritty and over-achieving young men and women, but it also helped if they were Greek.  He served as the Secretary on the Admissions Board and was also responsible for selecting Vice Presidential nominees for the Naval Academy.  In total Nick served 36 years and 17 days, including his military and federal service.  
In addition to his dedication to USNA, Nick was a remarkable husband and father.  His 42 years of marriage with Dolly exemplified to all who knew them what a wonderful couple they were.  Nick and Dolly were soulmates, never leaving each other’s side.  They lived in Annapolis and raised their four children – Anastasia, Christa, Sophia, and Savvas.  For 25 years, they opened their doors as a Sponsor Family to countless midshipmen. 
Nick is survived by wife, Dolly and four children, Anastasia Pantelides, Christa Clagett and her husband, Steve, Sophia Deane and her husband, Jake, and Savvas Nicos Pantelides.  Friends are invited to celebrate Nick’s life with his family on Wednesday, December 12 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  Nick’s funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 13 at 10:30 am at Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401.  Interment at St. Demetrios Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church.  Online condolences and tributes may by accessing the link on this page.

KEVIN LAWRENCE MINOR
August 29, 1952 - December 7, 2018

Kevin Lawrence Minor of Fort Washington, MD passed away on December 7, 2018. His death was sudden and unexpected during the work day, doing what he loved, working with cars. 

Kevin was a dedicated entrepreneur and worked in both the audio-visual and automotive fields. He was an active mentor to young men in his community, sought guidance from the Bible, and was a member of a local church. He was progressive in his perspective and worked hard to overcome the challenges that face us all.

Kevin leaves behind two daughters: Kevette Kane and Cynikka Minor ; three grand sons: Marquel Minor, Kevy Minor and Marcus Kane; two sisters: Sharon King and Linda Curry; one nephew, Robert Clark and two nieces: Jaci Clark and Bethany Akindana.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, December 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment Quantico National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.

Matthew Christopher Sears, 22, of Annapolis, MD, passed away on December 6, 2018 at Johns Hopkins University Hospital in Baltimore, MD due to complications related to leukemia. Matthew was raised in Los Altos, CA, and attended Los Altos High School. He was a triple letterman in Golf, Cross Country and Volleyball. Matthew participated in Scouting, beginning as a Cub Scout, and became an Eagle Scout at 14 years old with Troop 33. He was also an acolyte at Los Altos United Methodist Church.

He gained acceptance to the United States Naval Academy. Matthew was currently a Midshipman studying Computer Science. Matthew loved planes and flying, and his goal was to be commissioned as a Navy Pilot. Before his diagnosis, Matthew also became SCUBA qualified and skydived. His dream was to skydive on every continent. 

He was a fan of the three point shot in basketball, and he was able to attend the NBA Finals to watch his Golden State Warriors win its third Championship. Matthew is survived by his parents Michael E. Sears and Julie F. Sears.

Friends, family, and the Brigade of Midshipman are invited to attend his service at the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel where a service will be offered at Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at the U.S. Naval Academy Cemetery. 
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made c/o the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation, 274 Wood Road, Annapolis MD 21402, with “Attn: MIDN Matthew Sears” in the memo line. Condolences may be made by visiting the link on this page.

Dr. Donald E. Bouchard, DDS, 82, died Wednesday, December 5, 2018. Born on February 27, 1936, in Fort Kent, ME to the late Dr. Maxime W. Bouchard, DDS and Willihema “Wella” Deschaine Bouchard, Dr. Bouchard attended school in Fort Kent before serving in the Maine Army National Guard and the US Army in Korea for 2 years. He then attended George Washington University, before going onto dental school at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. While in school he served on the US Capitol Police force. Upon graduation from dental school in 1966, he set up what became a thriving dental practice in Clinton, MD where he raised his family of five children. A longtime member of this community, he was active with the St. Vincent DePaul Society, the Boy Scouts, the Knights of Columbus, the Maine State Society, and the Southern Maryland Dental Society. He is survived by four of his children; CAPT Donald M. (Sharon) Bouchard, (USN Ret.) of Great Mills, MD, James E. Bouchard of Raleigh, NC, Rita M. (Joseph) Linnenkamp of Arnold, MD and Michelle A. Bouchard of Silver Spring, MD; his companion of many years, Thelma Rice of Somerset, PA and former wife, Carmetta Bouchard; he was blessed with twelve grandchildren that he loved dearly and was very proud of, Jessica Linnenkamp, Joseph Linnenkamp, Alexandra Bouchard, Stephen Linnenkamp, John Bouchard, Sarah Bridegum, Benjamin Linnenkamp, Patrick Bouchard, Anna Bouchard, William Bridegum, Lindsay Bridegum and Danielle Bouchard; and a brother, Carroll J. Bouchard of Fort Kent, ME. Dr. Bouchard was preceded in death his son, John P. “JP” Bouchard; his sisters,  Rita Bouchard and Joan Albert and his brother, Joel H. “Jack” Bouchard. Friends are invited to celebrate Donald's life on Sunday, December 9, 2018 from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, December 10 at 11 am at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8912 Old Branch Ave, Clinton, MD 20735. Interment is private. Condolences may be made by clicking the link on this page.

Steven Wilson, 33, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 while earning a living for his family. Born on May 30, 1985 in Annapolis, MD to Robert and Lisa Wilson, Steve graduated from South River High School. While in high school, Steve started working at Popeye’s in Edgewater when he was 15 and later worked at Ledo’s Pizza. He always had at least one job. After graduating from high school, he began working full time for Admiral Tire, which his father founded in 1979. While working full time, Steve earned an associate’s degree from AACC and was working towards earning a bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland, University College. In September of 2017 Steve began working for Ryan Homes as a Sales and Marketing Representative tasked with selling new homes. In addition to his parents, he is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Jessica Wilson whom he met when he was just 23. They have been together ever since. Steve first brought Jessica home to meet his family on the day of his sister, Theresa’s, graduation party. The way he spoke about her, with such love and affection, everyone was sure they would be together forever.  He is also survived by his two beautiful daughters, Valerie and Caroline Wilson; his brother, Robert Wilson, Jr.; his sister, Theresa Sampson and her husband, Leland and their son, Gideon; his parents-in-law, Kevin and Lynn Duckworth; his brother-in-law, Todd Duckworth and his fiancé, Emma Chini; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and associates. Friends are invited to celebrate Steve’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, December 11 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 Wednesday, December 12 at 9 AM. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to his daughter’s education fund at: www.gofundme.com/steven-wilson-memorial-education-fund. 

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Thomas Carlin "Tom" Holder, 79, a resident of Annapolis and formerly of Port St. Lucie, FL and Seabrook, MD, died on Wednesday, December 5, 2018. Born on December 27, 1938 in Washington, DC to the late, Thomas Winfield and Josephine Victoria Holder, Tom was a 1957 graduate of Northwestern High School in Hyattsville, MD. He owned and operated Holder Insulation, Inc. for 28 years and was a member of Asbestos Workers Local 24. Tom earned his sailplane/glider pilot license, he built radio controlled planes and boats and constructed two full size gliders/power gliders. He was a member of multiple organizations and clubs including: Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), Mid-Atlantic Soaring Association (MASA), Soaring Society of America (SSA), St. Lucie River Model Boat Club and Radio Control (RC) clubs, St. Mary's Catholic Church of Annapolis and Trinity Lutheran Church of Florida. 

Tom is survived by his daughters, Donna L. Wynn and Denise A. Cunningham both of Annapolis, MD; his granddaughter, Amanda M. (Aronson) Dauer and his great-granddaughter, Aubrey C. Dauer of Arnold, MD and his brother, William W. Holder of Rockville, MD. He was preceded in death by his girlfriend of 18 years, Bettie Burson. A memorial service will be held at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, December 14 at 2 PM.  

Interment private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/, John & Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122. 

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Margaret Rose Williams, 91, of Ft. Washington, MD passed away on December 2, 2018.  Margaret was born on July 14, 1927 to the late Cesare Serado and Mary Serado in Pennsylvania. Margaret was retired from the Department of the Army where she was a Management Specialist for over 40 years. She was a devoted Catholic who attended St. Mary’s of Piscataway Catholic Church in Clinton, MD. She was an animal lover as well. Mary is predeceased by her Brothers, Msgr. William Serado, Nicholas Serado, Michael Serado, Louis Serado, and Joseph Serado and her Sisters, Mildred Serado, and Mary Serado.Mary is survived by her Cousins, Edward Allen Sair, and Donna Sair Jacobson and Nieces, Pauline Jackonski, , Delores Fennie, Ann Searles, and Joan Wendling.A viewing will take place on Monday, December 10, 2018 from 9 am. until 10 am. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745.A Mass of Christian Burial will follow that day at the St. Mary’s of Piscataway Catholic Church and Cemetery at 11 am. 13401 Piscataway Rd., Clinton, MD 20735.

On Monday, December 3, 2018; the beloved daughter of the late James and Carrie Clark; sister of the late Cathy (Blake) Dustan; aunt of James, Melanie and Katelyn Dustan and the late Danny Dustan; great-aunt of Malachi and Gabrielle. She is also survived by many other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Judy's Life Celebration at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., National Harbor, MD on Sunday, December 9 from 2 to 4 p.m.. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, December 10, 2018 at 11 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: nationalmssociety.org

Donald S. Dabbs, Sr., 85, a resident of Annapolis, MD, was called home on Saturday, December 1, 2018. He was born on February 23, 1933, in Washington, DC, to the late Thomas and Julia (Bowman) Dabbs. Donald was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marie E. Dabbs; whom he shared 63 years of marriage, and his sister, Margaret Dabbs Pippin, and his brother, Thomas L. Dabbs, Jr., a Purple Heart recipient. Donald was a graduate of McKinley Technical High School in Washington, DC.  As a resident of Heritage Harbor, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, biking, and kayaking. Don was an active volunteer with Habitat for Humanity and Meals on Wheels for many years. Don’s career culminated to upper management within the Central Intelligence Agency in Langley, VA. Don’s wife and children were his pride and joy. 

Don is survived by his two sons, Donald S. (Dori) Dabbs, Jr., of Salisbury, NC; Joseph (Monica) of Emmitsburg, MD; two daughters, Catherine (Tom) Williams of Crofton, MD, Mary (John) Hodgson, of Edgewater, MD; eight grandchildren, Thomas Dabbs, Marie Capito, Katelyn Breeden, Michael Quinn, Joseph Dabbs, John Dabbs, Thomas Williams, and Amelia Hodgson and three great-grandchildren, Peyton and Jax Breeden, and Margot Capito. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9 am on Friday, December 7, at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD. Family will receive guests beginning at 8:30 AM. Private family interment will be held at St. Mary’s Church Cemetery, West Street, Annapolis MD, Saturday, December 8. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul of St. Mary’s, 109 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401

With sadness, the family of Dian Banschbach announces her passing on December 1, 2018. Dian was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. The daughter of Joseph and Elsa Straub, she was born on September 29, 1933 in Easton, Pennsylvania. She was predeceased by her parents as well as a brother, William Straub and a son, Dominick Casciano, Jr. She is survived by her husband, Lee Banschbach and her daughter, Chris Wynn and husband, Ron; daughter-in-law, Peggy Casciano; daughter, Julie and Phil Frazier and daughter, Dian Jones and husband, Michael. Also surviving are ten grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She will be loved and missed for her outgoing personality, quirky sense of humor, love of animals and unconditional love of family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to either St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or your local SPCA. “If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart, I’ll stay there for ever”-Winnie-the-Pooh. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Friday, December 7 at 10:00 AM. Please take a moment to sign the family's online guestbook by visiting the link on this page.

A celebrate of Marlene's life will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2018 at 1:30 pm at the Unitarian Church of Annapolis, 333 Dubois Rd., Annapolis MD 21401. Condolences may be made by clicking the link on this page.

Vaughan S. “Mickey” Alexander, 66, of Washington, D.C. departed his earthly life on Dec. 1, 2018 in Waldorf, MD. He is survived by his father, George Alexander; his sister Judy Alexander; his brothers, Phillip, Ronald, and Karl Alexander; his children, Brandon, Alexander, Tracy Ramsey, Shamelle Esquilin, Crystal Wortham, and others; his grandchildren, Lathan Boyd, Taylor and Israel Ramsey, and others; his stepdaughter Gayla Wilerson; his aunts, Mary Bernyce Smith and Dina Harvey; his Uncle Frank Harvey; his sister-in-laws, Lulu Hester-Alexander, D.D.S., Sharon Tyler, Betty Alexander; his friend Gayla Alexander, and a host of other cousins, nephews, nieces, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his mother Dorothy Harvey McDermon, brother Timothy Alexander, and nephew Timothy Mason.

He attended Anacostia High School Class of 1970 and worked in transport for a number of years, most recently with T and T Towing and for many years with Vince’s Corvette Corral customizing and repairing vehicles. He was the chief of building engineering for ten years. He enjoyed many fun-filled days boating on the waters of the Potomac and Chesapeake Bay.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sat., December 15th at 10:00 A.M. until time of Memorial Service at 11 A.M. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745

In lieu of flowers please send donations to Miriamskitchen.org

In memory of Vaughan S. “Mickey” Alexander

LaVergne Kyle "Corky" Troutner, 75, a resident of Ocean Pines, MD for the past twenty-one years and previously of Annapolis, MD died of cancer on Friday, November 30, 2018 in Annapolis. Born on February 8, 1943 in Baltimore, MD to the late Everett and Elizabeth Dudding, Corky was a graduate of Eastern High School.  She worked for the State of Maryland House Judiciary Committee for more than thirty years and was a member and 2008 president of the Ocean Pines Kiwanis. Corky enjoyed gardening, cooking and traveling. 

She is survived by her children, Tim (Louisa) Troutner and Jennifer (Matt) Cavanaugh both of Annapolis, MD; her former husband, Lee Troutner; her siblings, Jim and Fran Dudding, Ann and John Sala, Susan Dudding, Joe Fidd and Beth Shuman. Her grandchildren, Kathleen, Colleen, Megan and Timothy Troutner Jr, Patrick, Thomas and Katie Cavanaugh, Corky was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Widerman and her brother, Tim Dudding. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

Arrangements for Mrs. Fales are being planned.  Please check back for updated funeral information.

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STEVEN J. ABEND
  
On Wednesday, November 28, 2018, Steve Abend, loving son and brother, began his eternal journey at the age of 63, after a difficult battle with cancer.
     
Steve was born on January 11, 1955, in Annapolis, Maryland to the late Frank and Pat Abend.  He received his business degree from Salisbury University in 1981 and worked for the Federal Government for 37 years in the Washington D.C. area.

Steve had a passion for collecting antique cars and their restoration. He also collected old movies and loved his dog, Kato.  He was very avid about physical fitness, weight training, and being healthy.

He is survived by his sister, Sandy Collins.
     
A celebration of life will be held in April 2019.  A private interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Purple Heart Foundation (www.purpleheartfoundation.org), 7008 Little River Turnpike, PO Box 49, Annandale, VA 22003.

Please take a moment and leave a condolence for his family by using the link on this page.

Ross James Summers, age 86, who worked 30 years for the Internal Revenue Service before retiring in
1986 as executive assistant to the director of the planning division, died peacefully in his home in Ft.
Washington, MD on November 26, 2018.

Mr. Summers was a native of Kansas and a graduate of Fort Hays State College. After obtaining his
law degree from the University of Kansas, he joined the IRS in Wichita and, after two years, was
transferred to IRS headquarters in Washington. His first assignment there was to rewrite a text and
other training materials for estate and gift tax examiners, and he subsequently assisted in writing and
updating training texts on income and excise tax law. After a few years he was asked to join the office
of planning and research, where he served as a senior staff officer with various job titles.

In retirement, Mr. Summers volunteered with community, hobby and tennis groups, and served as the
first president of a property owners association that he helped establish for vacation residences in
Sundance Forest near Broadway, VA.

He was divorced from his first wife, Nancy Barta Duykers, in 1970 after 14 years of marriage.
Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Betty Lou Summers; a daughter from his first marriage, Denise
Segreti of Churchton, MD; a stepdaughter, Jenny de Lozier of Chevy Chase; one brother; two
grandchildren, Sean and Deanna; and two step-grandchildren, Emilie and Sarah.

Obituaries

Louis Vacca

Edward O'Connor, Jr.

Ruben Dizon

Sherry Clayton

John Kreuzburg

Joshua Taylor

Barton Cannon

Nicos Pantelides

Kevin Minor

Matthew Sears

Dr. Donald Bouchard, DDS

Steven Wilson

Thomas Holder

Margaret Williams

Judith Clark

Donald Dabbs

Dian Banschbach

Marlene Browne

Vaughan Alexander

LaVergne Troutner

Mary Fales

Steven Abend

Ross Summers

Gene Stanley