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Richard K. Nicholson, 71, a lifelong resident of Annapolis, passed away at the Mandrin Inpatient Care Center on Monday, January 15, 2018, surrounded by his family.
Richard was born on October 19, 1946 in Cheverly, MD to the late Paul and Fern Nicholson. He served his country in the United States Army and was a self employed fence contractor.

Richard was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and loved watching his favorite NASCAR driver Tony Stewart. His other interests included Harley Davidson’s, animals and cars.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Elaine Nicholson, one daughter, Ginger Nicholson, his siblings; Paul, Wayne and Warren Nicholson, Ruby Tilton and Victoria Meeker.

Friends are invited to celebrate Richard’s life on Thursday, January 18, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037 where a funeral service will be held on Friday, January 19, 2018 at 11 a.m. Internment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SPCA of Anne Arundel County, 1815 Bay Ridge Ave., Annapolis, MD 21403. 


On Sunday, January 14, 2018; the beloved husband of Margaret E. Forte; father of Phyllis, Constance, Anthony, Michael, Philip and Florez; brother of Nina Faye Brown; also survived by 10 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 1601 13th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204 on Monday, January 29, 2018 from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery with military honors on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. Please meet at the Administration Building at 12:15 p.m. with one's own transportation. 

Harriet Phyllis Alexander Underwood, 82, of Annapolis and formerly of Crofton, MD, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2018, at her home.

Born on December 22, 1935, in Boston, MA to the late Samuel and Eleanor Alexander, Harriet earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Maryland in 1957 and later received a Master of Arts degree from Bowie State University. She worked as a Teacher and Program Administrator for the Maryland Public School System. Harriet was a member of Assistance League of the Chesapeake (ALC), Jewish Women's International (JWI) Tradition Chapter 1468 and Friends of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra. She enjoyed tutoring children and giving back to her community and especially spending time with her family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Harriet was preceded in death by her husband, William Dudley and her stepdaughter, Tina Underwood.

She is survived by her brother, Michael Alexander of Lexington, MA and sister, Diane Meyer of Green Valley, AZ; her children, Lawrence Lebowitz of Biscayne Park, FL, and Marci Lebowitz of Annapolis; three stepchildren, Stanley Underwood of Glen Dale, MD, Tom Dudley of Owings Mills, MD and Harriet Walsh of Sykesville, MD, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Her two previous marriages to Paul Lebowitz and James Underwood ended in divorce.

Friends are invited to visit from 9 AM until we celebrate Harriet's life with a memorial service starting at 10 AM on Monday, January 22 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Private interment at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Assistance League of the Chesapeake, P.O. Box 1774, Millersville, MD 21108 or Jewish Women's International Tradition Chapter 1468, 1129 20th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036 or to your local food bank. Condolences may be made by clicking on the link to the left.

*Due to another unexpected death this week, the family will no longer be sitting Shiva, but anyone who wishes to pay their respects more informally is invited to visit at Harriet’s home on Monday, January between 5 and 7 PM*


Virginia Moreland Lowman, 97, a longtime resident of Edgewater, MD, died on January 12, 2018, at her daughter's house in Edgewater, MD.

Virginia was born June 3, 1920, in Jewell, MD to the late James and Elva Moreland.  She was a homemaker whose family meant everything to her.  She was a wonderful daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother who was dearly loved by her entire family.

In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Frank T. Lowman, Jr., whom she married November 11, 1942, and died on July 3, 1972; and a brother, James (Wilton) Moreland.

She is survived by her son, Frank T. Lowman, III (Joyce Lester) and a daughter, Mary Rybak (Pete) both of Edgewater.  Also, she leaves behind two grandsons, Frank T. Lowman, IV and Chris Rybak (Liz); granddaughter, Anne Hovermale; great-grandchildren, Frank T. Lowman, V, Travis and Haley Lowman, Bryce Lowman; great-great-grandchildren, Delaney and Frank T. Lowman VI.

Friends are invited to celebrate Virginia's life on Tuesday, January 16 from 6 to 8 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 17 at 11 am.  Interment Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Ste. 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770.  Online guestbook by visiting the link on this page.

Samuel Gene Willsey, a thirty-year resident of Harwood, MD, died on Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at his home, of cancer following an eight-year illness. He was 74.

Known to everyone as Gene, he was born on January 13, 1943, in Tulsa, OK to the late Samuel Willsey and Flois D. Banzet.  Gene was raised by the late Melvin and Emily Hamilton.  He served in the United States Army from 1961-67.  Following his discharge from the military, Gene founded Genes Plumbing, Inc.  He enjoyed hunting, traveling, and fishing and was a longtime member of the North American Hunting Club and the Pope and Young Club.

Gene was preceded in death by his wife of 19 years, Sue K.Willsey and two siblings, Barry and Jana Banzet.

He is survived by four children, Randy and Steve Willsey, Deana Rogers and Sherri Sheridan; two stepdaughters, Michelle Evens and Dawn Dean; two siblings, Danny and Joette Banzet; nine grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

Friends are invited to celebrate Gene's life at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Monday, January 15 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. Service and interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Ste. 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770. 

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Catherine B. Cleaveland died on Sunday, January 7, 2018 at the Charles County Hospice. Born in Washington, D.C. on November 9, 1930. Survived by her Children Jane C. Beam, Sharon C. Johnsen (Lee) and James T. Cleaveland (Marlene); Grandchildren Jesse Beam, Jenna Parker (James), Amber Acevedo (Anthony), Ryan and Hayley Cleaveland; Great Grandchildren Tristan, Devyn and Rayden Parker and Payton Acevedo. Preceded in death by her husband James L. Cleaveland, her parents William Thomas and Helen McGuire Bailey, sibling Evelyn Hazelton. Also preceded in death by three grandchildren: Chad, Rachel and Kyle Johnsen and great granddaughter Kadence Bailey Parker. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Kitty’s Life Celebration on Wednesday, January 10 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD and on Thursday from 10 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8908 Old Branch Ave., Clinton, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Special Love, Inc. (For children with Cancer) 117 Youth Development Ct., Winchester, VA 22602

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Francis P. “Frank” Anton, Sr., 79, a 20-year resident of Davidsonville, MD and previously of Boston, MA, passed away at his home on January 2, 2018 surrounded by family.  He was born on April 5, 1938 in Boston. He served in the U.S. Army. Frank worked as a bowling machine mechanic which led him to his love of the sport of bowling. He later pursued a career as a residential and commercial oil burner technician. He was an avid bowler and was inducted into the NEBA Hall of Fame this past August. Frank was also a New England sports fan taking pride in the Patriots and Red Socks! He also was a life time member of the Amvets (in Boston) and The American Legion Post 7 here in Maryland. His greatest joy, however, was his family and spending time with them.  
Frank was preceded in death by his parents Frank Anton and Mary (Hart) Anton, his son, Francis P. Anton, Jr.(Tara) and his brother, Robert Anton. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Kathleen Anton; one son, Kevin Castor of Boston; two daughters, Robin (Stephen) Palmer of Katy, TX and Caroline (Joseph) Landry of Davidsonville; a sister-in-law, Joan Anton of Billerica, MA; five granddaughters, Haylee, Amber, Lily, Jaime and Chloe and a grandson, Brian.  
Friends are invited to celebrate Frank’s life with his family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8PM on Monday, January 8 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11AM on Tuesday, January 9 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD. Interment will be private.  
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to www.lungcancerresearchfoundation.org or www.aspca.org .  
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Louis Howell Jr. (TUTTA BOY)   was born September 19, 1952 in Rock Hill, South Carolina to the late Louis Jerome Howell Sr. and the late Maggie Bell Howell.  Upon his parents’ death, he was raised by Aunt Juanita Page Howell.  He departed this life on January 2, 2018.  

Louis attended Edgewood Elementary School.  He graduated from Emmett Scott High School in 1970. He went on to attend South Carolina State University and graduated in 1974 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business.   
He moved to Brooklyn, New York where he began his full-time career working on Wall Street in New York City broadening his vast knowledge on World and International Affairs. In addition, his work ethic led him to work at the Zales Corporation. And during this time he met Jeanette.  Louis then relocated to the Maryland/DC area, established residency and began his 40 year career at the Dorothy Height branch of the United States Postal Service in Washington DC. Shortly after, he and Jeanette married in 1979. From that union, they had one son, Christopher Louis Howell.

In his early years in the Maryland-DC area, Louis played tennis. He enjoyed reading the Washington Post newspaper daily. His desire to work, led him to assist his uncle part-time in his business providing tours, chauffeuring and car service.  Eventually, Louis went into business for himself as a part-time taxi cab driver, while still working full-time at the postal service.  He loved working on cars and collecting parts.  During this time, it was not unusual for him to assist family and friends and provide transportation for them.  Tutta Boy’s big hugs, vibrant personality, lively stories and funny antics are some of the things that made people adore him.  He has left his mark and his spirit will always be with us.  

One brother, Kevin Kent (KK) Howell preceded him in death.

Louis leaves to cherish his loving memory:  wife, Jeanette Howell; son, Christopher Howell; 2 sisters, Delores and Banastine Howell of Brooklyn, NY; 2 brothers, Clarence and Randy Howell of Baltimore, MD; 4 Nieces, Deirdre Johnson of Austell, GA, Tenell and Anisa Howell of Baltimore, MD and Brittany Howell of New Rochelle, NY; 3 Nephews, Matheno and Randy Howell Jr. of Baltimore, MD and Emanuel Howell of Chicago, IL and a host of cousins, in-laws, other relatives and friends.  


Michael Brendan Jackson, "Mike," an Annapolis resident for the last two years and previously of Yonkers, NY for 53 years, died on Monday, January 1, 2018, from complications related to Alzheimer's disease.  He was 84.

Mike was born on May 14, 1933, in Ennistymon, County Clare, Ireland to the late Thomas and Catherine (Griffy) Jackson, he graduated from St. Joseph's Academy in Kildare, Ireland in 1952 and from Manhattan College in 1972.  Mike served in the United States Army from 1957-63.  He worked for I.B.M. as a Systems Analyst for 30 years. Mike was a longtime member of St. Eugene's Catholic Church in Yonkers, NY.  He enjoyed golf, home improvement projects, listening to Irish music, and the stock market.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bernard.

Mike is survived by his wife of 55 years, Anne Jane "Jeanie"  (Meehan) Jackson; three children, Thomas of Severna Park, MD, Kevin of Crofton, MD and Maureen Jackson of Bronxville, NY; two siblings, Thomas Kieran of Newbridge, Co. Kildare, Ireland and Marion MacEneaney of Drogheda, Co. Louth, Ireland; and seven grandchildren, Brendan, Joseph, Kieran, Sean, Megan, Jane and Marian Jackson.

Friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Sunday, January 7 from 2 to 5 pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 1800 Seton Drive, Crofton, MD on Monday, January 8 at 11 am.  Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (www.alz.org/donate).

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On Monday,  January 1, 2018, Catherine Lynn Swears of Edgewater passed away at her home. Cathy was born on August 1, 1952 in Utah to Phillip and Helen Snyder. She was a graduate of DuVal High School. Cathy worked for Northrop Grumman for over 40 years as a pricing analyst. She enjoyed taking cruises, playing slots especially in Atlantic City and Las Vegas, and was an avid Redskins, Orioles, and Wizards fan. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and friends. Cathy was preceded in death by her husband, David Swears, and her mother, Helen Peterson. She is survived by her father, Phillip Snyder and his wife Dottie; her children, David (Kellie) Swears of Pasadena, Sarah (Alex West) Swears of Edgewater, and Heather (Bobby) LoBianco of Edgewater; her siblings, Mark Snyder, Joseph Snyder, Chris Cornelius, Kim Swears, Karen Conner, Traci Rauck, and Brandy Cornelius; six grandchildren, Callan Swears, Kiera West, Caitlin Kocher, Robby LoBianco, Lilly LoBianco, and Whitney LoBianco ; and two great-grandchildren, Mya Robles and J.J. Kocher. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Cathy's life on Thursday, January 4 from 6 - 8 PM and Friday, January 5 at 11 AM until a funeral service begins at 12 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122. An online guest is available by using the link to the left of this page.

On December 28, 2017, Mary Virginia Clifton passed away peacefully at Charles Regional Medical Center. Mary was 89 years old and was born November 7, 1928; daughter of John Edward Eagleston and Elton Irene Eagleston.

Mary was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Accokeek, MD. Devoted wife to William Henry Clifton Jr., deceased, and is survived by her children, Jane (Clifton) McCloy and her husband, Steve, John (Jake) Clifton and his wife, Carla, Billy Clifton and his wife, Kathie. Mary was also survived by many loving grandchildren including Jason Clifton and his wife, Mary, Timmy Clifton, Troy Clifton, Andy McCloy, Beth (Clifton) Jones and her husband, Kirk and Molly (McCloy) Franks and her husband, Jackson; along with her great grandchildren, Cassidy McCloy, Emily and Jacob Clifton, Gabriella (McCloy) Burgess, Ella Franks, Remmie and Quinn (Clifton) Jones; and her great-great grandchild Cali (McCloy) Crooks.

Viewing for Mary will be at George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, MD on Wednesday, January 3rd from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Burial Service will be at the funeral home beginning at 11 a.m. Afterward family and friends will proceed to the gravesite at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 5203 St. Barnabas Rd, Temple Hills, MD.

Charitable contributions can be made on behalf of Mary Clifton to St. John’s Episcopal Church, 600 Farmington Rd, Accokeek, MD 20607.







A Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Friday, January 12, 2018 at 10:30AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Road, Annapolis . Interment to follow at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville. Condolences may be made by accessing the link on this page.

Mary Maxine Jacobs, of Washington D.C. passed away on December 27, 2017.  Born on March 7, 1938 to the late Charles Casey Beasley and Mary Ann Walker in Washington D.C. 
Mary retired from AT&T as an Office Administrator. She enjoyed watching Soap Operas, buying food for people, making them Holiday Baskets, and helping at the Food Banks.
Mary is predeceased by her Husband, Edwin Robert Jacobs, and Son, Daniel Jacobs.
Mary is survived by her Children, Mary McCoy (John), Janet Jacobs, and Lynda Mosteller (Richard). Brothers, James Beasley, and Richard Beasely. Sister, Louise Davis. Grandchildren; Kathleen Brooker, Robbie Marchman, Krystal Lewis and John McCoy, Jr.  Great-Grandchildren; Jacob, Lydia Hannah, Abby, Charlii, and Zoey.
A viewing will take place on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 from 10 am until time of Funeral Service at 11 am at the Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20744. Interment will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery on Wednesday, January 3, 2018.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to any local food pantry.


Betty M. Boaz passed away on December 25, 2017, after a short illness.  She was born on June 16, 1936, in Wyandotte Michigan to the late Gladys and Louis Holt and grew up in Allen Park Michigan.  She married Gale L. Boaz in 1955 after which they moved to Lincoln Park, where they lovingly raised three children. As a family, and later as empty nesters, Gale and Betty spent summers boating with friends throughout Lake Erie, Lake Huron, and the surrounding areas. 
 
After Gale passed in 1997, Betty continued to live in Lincoln Park until 2003 and to dote on her three grandchildren.  She next moved in with her daughter and son-in-law, Kelly and Joe O’Neill in Davidsonville MD and became fulltime Nanny to her grandson Collin.  Betty had many jobs throughout her life, but her true passion was spending time with her family.  She was a doting Grandmother who enjoyed nothing more than bringing the entire family together for a beach or mountain vacation or a limo ride to celebrate a special occasion.  She derived so much pleasure from giving generously to her family and simply spending time with them.
 
Despite spending the last years in Maryland with her loving family Betty’s heart often returned to MI where she and Gale made so many great memories with boating friends.  She often spoke of her dear Michigan friends and their adventures on the Great Lakes, in Florida, and Las Vegas.
 
She is survived by her children Gregg M. Boaz of Virginia Beach VA, Mark S. Boaz of Annapolis MD and Kelly L. O’Neill of Davidsonville MD and her grandchildren Jayna, Caitlin, Clint, and Collin. 
 
Betty touched all those who she met, and she will be sorely missed by friends and family alike.

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Mark P. Loechel, a one-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Gambrills, MD died at his home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, December 24, 2017.  He was 62.

Born November 16, 1955, in Washington, D.C. to Eleanor and the late Philip Loechel, he graduated from Towson University with a degree in Mass Communications.  Mark was employed at McGraw Hill Education, Simon and Schuster and was the Senior Vice President at Pearson Education.  He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville, MD.  Mark enjoyed spending time with his family, reading, exercising, camping, hiking, and going to the beach.

Mark is survived by his wife of 32 years, Christine Loechel; two children, Alex Loechel of Edgewater, MD and Hilary C. Patty and her husband, Matthew of Greenville, NC; and a sister, Patricia Fortier and her husband, Paul of Laurel, MD.

Friends are invited to celebrate Mark's life at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Thursday, December 28 from 6 to 8 pm.  A memorial Mass will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Friday, December 29 at 4 pm.  Interment private.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 100 Painters Mill Rd., Ste. 800, Owings Mills, MD 21117.

Keith Crutchley, a resident of Edgewater, MD died on Saturday, December 23, 2017, in Annapolis, MD of a stroke and cardiac arrest following a one-year illness.  He was 63.

Born February 13, 1954, in Annapolis, MD to the late Douglas and Winifred Crutchley, he was educated through the Anne Arundel County school system.  Keith worked for many years at the Annapolis Pet Shop before moving on to carpentry.  He was a member of Edgewater Bible Church.  Keith enjoyed playing pool and the jukebox with friends.  He will be remembered for his kind heart and his love of animals and nature.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a nephew, Christopher Collinson.

Keith is survived by his two siblings, Munroe Crutchley and Martha Crutchley Collison; two nephews, Eric Collinson and Ron Crutchley; and one niece, Ginger Fogelsong.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 27 at 2 pm at Edgewater Bible Church, 1716 Shadyside Road, Edgewater, MD.  A celebration of Keith's life will immediately follow the service at Londontowne Pub, 726 Londontown Rd., Edgewater, MD.  Memorial contributions may be made to Edgewater Bible Church Youth Program, 1716 Shadyside Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. Condolences can be made by clicking on the link to left of this page.

Frederick William “Fred” Bauer, 58, of Huntingtown, MD, died on Thursday,  December 21 at his home due to cancer. Born on September 30, 1959 in Washington, D.C. to the late Joseph C. and Julia G. Ferreira Bauer, Fred was a graduate of Crossland High School in Temple Hills, MD. He was a co-owner of his family’s plumbing business, Joseph C. Bauer, Inc. Fred was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Huntingtown, MD. 

Fred loved his friends, family, and pets alike. No matter the event, he was each of his children’s biggest fan. When he was not working on one of his many projects, he could be found boating, fishing, or sitting on the beach or at any given dock bar in the summer. In the colder months, he could be found around the woodpile, tending the wood stove (with his Dog, Macie), “piddling” in one of his garages, or watching the Washington Redskins. He also enjoyed his Boston Whaler, Kubota, Kawasaki Mule, and Chevy Camaro. Fred loved to spread his joyous memories to anyone that would listen. Not a moment was taken for granted. When Fred was around, so was the music to help tell his stories. This included all country music, Jimmy Buffett, and Billy Joel, to name a few. He was a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain.

Fred is survived by his wife of thirty-one years, Kathryn M. “Kathie” Bauer; his children, Frederick Daniel (Breanne), John Robert and Kiley Marie Bauer; his siblings, Joseph C. Bauer, Jr. and Mary F. Bauer 
(Norman) Fletcher and his mother-in-law, Mary V. McGovern all of  Huntingtown, MD.

Friends are invited to celebrate Fred’s life at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, December 28 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM. Memorial service will be held at the 
Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 1250 Emmanuel Church Rd., Huntingtown, MD on Friday, December 29 at 1:30 PM. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Calvert Hospice, 238 Merrimac Ct., Prince Frederick, MD 20678 or The Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Ave., Annapolis, MD 21403 or Emmanuel United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 484, Huntingtown, MD 20639. Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

Gerard "Jerry" John Erickson, a three and a half year resident of Davidsonville, MD and previously of Cape St. Claire, MD for 19 years, died at his home on Thursday, December 21, 2017, of natural causes.  He was 80.

Born April 11, 1937, in Brooklyn, NY to the late Gerard H. and Francis A. Erickson, Jerry graduated from DeMatha Catholic High School.  He was employed as a master electrician, County electrical inspector, contractor, and a business owner.  Jerry served in the United States Navy Reserve and was a longtime member of the Chesapeake Bay Power Boaters Association.

He was preceded in death by his wives, JoAnn Robertson Erickson of 16 years and Janet Grooms Erickson of 23 years.

Jerry is survived by two children, John Erickson (Michelle) of Sunderland, MD and Sherri Erickson-Savercool (Paul) of Silver Spring, MD; and four grandchildren, Kyle and Kara Savercool and Jake and Julia Erickson.

Friends are invited to Gerard's life celebration on Saturday, January 27 from 9:00 a.m. until his funeral service begins at 10:00 a.m. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A graveside service will be held at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave., Suitland, MD at 2:00 p.m. Online guestbook available at www.KalasFuneralHomes.com




LTC Judy Ann Harger, USA, Ret., a mom, a nurse and a soldier, passed away December 21, 2017.  She was 75 years young. A longtime resident of North Beach and a 22-year veteran of the US Army Nurse Corp, our mom, saw a gift in every day. She appreciated her friends and family deeply and challenged life with all it had to offer. She worked hard, loved hard, played hard and cherished her children. A master diver and sailor, Judy traveled the world to see its wonders, both above and below the deep blue sea. Born August 8, 1942, in Sebring, FL,  Judy moved to California as a young girl, when her mother came to Hollywood to star in movies.  Judy was an ICU nurse for over 40 years. She graduated from San Jose State University in 1974 with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing and Public Health. She earned a Master’s Degree in Quality Systems Management from the National Graduate School in Massachusetts in 2000.  Nursing was Judy’s calling, and she dedicated her life to helping others including establishing an award-winning medical database and hospital protocols that would facilitate quality healthcare for US Armed Forces around the world. 

Judy was a California girl until duty called in 1980 when she joined the National Guard. A year later she received a direct commission into the Army which would see her move to Texas in 1982. In her early career, Judy readied M.A.S.H or combat support hospitals for action. Her expertise and acumen earned her recognition on and off the field as an outstanding and dedicated officer and nurse. In 1998, she was assigned to work under the Surgeon General at the prestigious Walter Reed National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. as Chief of Quality Management at the Clinical Operations Headquarters for the North Atlantic Regional Medical Command. She also was the United States Army Reserve Staff Nurse at the hospital. Her haven was North Beach, MD on the Chesapeake Bay where she resided for 19 years. She was the president of the Holland Point Citizens Association for two terms and loved her community and wonderful friends there. 

Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Former California Lt. Governor Ed Reinecke and Jean Reinecke. Judy is survived by her four children, Suzanne Murch of New York, NY, Douglas (Ashley) Gladstone of San Antonio, TX, Stephen Gladstone of  Breckenridge, CO, and Christopher (Betty) Harger of Moorpark, CA;  her three siblings, Mark Reinecke of Chicago, IL, Mimi Weyrick of Agoura Hills, CA, and Thomas Reinecke of San Juan Capistrano, CA, and seven grandchildren, Paige, Molly, Sophia, Presley and Colton Gladstone, and Mickenna and Alyssa Harger, and her beloved Golden Retriever, Sunshine on the Bay.  Friends are invited to celebrate Judy's life at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday, January 17 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm.  A Celebration Mass will be offered at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 8816 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach, MD at 10 am on Thursday, January 18.  A reception will immediately follow. Interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.  An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

Flowers are welcome. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Wills Eye Hospital (https://www.willseye.org/giving/give-now/)

All services for Margaret will be private per her wishes. Please take a moment and leave a condolence by using the link to the left.

Obituaries

Richard Nicholson

Arnold Forte

Harriet Underwood

Virginia Lowman

Russell Vollmers

Samuel Willsey

Catherine Cleaveland

Margaret Strittmatter

Michael Freda

Francis Anton, Sr.

Louis Howell

Michael Jackson

Catherine Swears

Serafina Listro

Mary Clifton

Robert Mongeau

Mary Jacobs

Betty Boaz

Mark Loechel

Keith Crutchley

Frederick Bauer

Gerard Erickson

Judy Harger

Margaret Sparks