Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Obiageli "Oby" Theodora Nwankwo, 61, of Silver Spring, MD passed away on Saturday, December 9, 2017. Oby was born on September 22, 1956 in Nigeria to Theodora Uzoamaka Ndigwe and the late HRH Obi Alfred Ndigwe. 
Oby’s resume is extensive. She was a lawyer of over 30 years with post call experience in litigation, judicial duties and development work.  Oby was the founder and Executive Director of the Civil Resource Development and Documentation Centre (CIRDDOC), an NGO with offices in Abuja, Enugu, Anambra and Ebonyi states. She led CIRDDOC to work extensively all over Nigeria and has trained Community Information Officers, Civic Educators and paralegals who provide human rights, civic education and legal services in most of these states.

In addition to CIRDDOC, she led in the campaign for the domestication of The Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and the AU Protocol on the Rights of Women in Africa by the National and State Assemblies and the passage of the Child’s Rights Law in the States. She was elected as a member of the UN CEDAW Expert Committee for a 4-year term in January 2013 and was re-elected for another 4 year term in 2016. 

She received numerous awards, was a member of numerous committees and was a consultant for several organizations; however, her biggest accomplishment was raising her seven beautiful and accomplished children. She may have left the physical world today, but her selfless life of service to humanity not only remains etched in our memories, but also keeps us striving to do more and more for our great organization in order to keep her vision alive – through service. May God, in His Bounty, keep her in His lasting residence, where neither toil nor sense of weariness shall touch her – Amen. 

Oby was a member of Renewal Christian Center in Hyattsville, MD. She enjoyed traveling, helping others but most of all spending time with family and friends. Oby was preceded in death by her husband, of 23 years, Victor Nwankwo; sister, Ifeoma Okereke. She is survived by her mother, Mrs Theodora Ndigwe, seven children, Uzo Nwankwo of Hanover, Kennedy Okereke of Silver Spring, Oby Otti of South Orange, NJ, Ogo Nwachukwu of Hanover, Ral Obioha of Houston, Chinazo Nwankwo, and Chidera Nwankwo both of Silver Spring; five siblings, Ralph, Bensokey, Clem and Sunday Ndigwe all of Nigeria, and Patricia Ndigwe of California; grandchildren,  Ora and Aka Nwachukwu both of Hanover and Ziva and Nina Otti both of South Orange, NJ. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 10 AM at Trinity Assemblies of God, 7800 Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD 20706, interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring. 

On line condolences may be made by clicking on the link to the left of this page.

Philip Glenn Alter, 82, of Edgewater and previously of Berwyn Heights and Bay Ridge passed away after a battle with CIDP.  Glenn was born in Washington, DC to the late Philip and Dorothea Alter.  He and his wife Mary enjoyed 61 years of marriage.  He attended the University of Maryland, was a member of the Maryland National Guard and worked for Washington Gas Light Company.  Glenn was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church and a Past Chancellor for the Knights of Pythias.  He enjoyed sailing, wakeboarding, woodworking, and was an avid reader of fiction novels and history.  Glenn was preceded in death by his son, Philip G. Alter, Jr.  He is survived by his wife Mary, son John (Charlene) Alter of Bowie, his daughters, Kathryn (Ed) Schmid of Bowie and Susan (Fred) Humphrey of Alexandria, VA; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild on the way.  All services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Glenn’s name to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland, 21122.  Condolences may be left by using the link to the left of this page.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 5 to 7 PM at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 9200 Kentsdale Dr., Potomac, MD where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 13 at 11:30 AM. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Silver Spring, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Catholic Charities DC, ATTN: John Enzler, 924 G Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

Melve Pineda Velasco, 69, of Ft. Washington, MD passed away on December 6, 2017.  Born on July 19, 1948 to the late Meliton C. Pineda and Venicia Serrano Pineda in Gapan, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. She is also predeceased by her Brother, Romy Pineda (Aida).

Melve retired as a Supervisor with the PNC Bank. In her spare time, she enjoyed knitting, cooking, shopping, watching Filipino Shows, and playing Bingo.

Melve is survived by her Husband, Jamie Flora Velasco. Brothers, Tom Pineda (Estelita), Omar Pineda (Lynn).  Nieces and Nephews; Romeo, Jr. (Andrea), Rhoda (Keith), Marie, Sandy, Lis (Danny). Great Nieces and Nephews; Romeo, III, Sophia, Keira, Zoe, and Laila Rose.

Relatives and friends are invited to Melve's Life Celebration on Monday, December 18, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Inurnment at a later date in the Philippines.

On Wednesday, December 6, 2017; the beloved wife of Nemesio Cabatbat; mother of Jonathan Cabatbat and ShannaMae Cabatbat; sister of Flocerfida Matro Cabatbat, Lorna Matro Tabornal, Aurora Matro Harmon, Gaudiosa Matro Herradura and Sabinidad Matro Ebron. Relatives and friends are invited to Thelma's Life Celebration on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from 2 to  9 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Felicidad Galvez, 89, of Ft. Washington, MD passed away on December 6, 2017.  Born on November 23, 1928 in the Philippines to the late Pedro Garcia and Maria de Guzman.

Felicidad enjoyed watching TV, especially the GMA Network.  She also enjoyed being around her Family
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Felicidad was predeceased by her Husband, Iluminado Galvez, and son, Virgilio Galvez. Felicidad is survived by her Children, Bendicto Galvez (Febes), Danilo Galvez (Teresita), Amelita Kalalang, Lorna Legaspi (Jimmy), Nenita Echague (Ben), and Maria Corazon-Jose (Melchor). She is also survived by 17 grandkids, 20 great-grandkids and two great, great grandkids. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Felicidad's Life Celebration on Friday, December 15, 2017 from 3 to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Trinity Memorial Gardens.


On Wednesday, December 6, 2017; the beloved husband of 46 years of Evelyn T. DeMesme; father of Germaine DeMesme and the late Roy DeMesme, Jr.; brother of Emmanuel, Jr. and Kenneth DeMesme, Sr. and Trudy Mitchell.  He is also survived by four grand, two great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.  Relatives and friends are invited to Roy's Life Celebration on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from 10:15 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 

All services will be held at Thomas Sullivan Funeral Home in Frackville, PA. 

James "Jimmy" Philip Goodman of Annapolis's Epping Forest passed away from complications of pulmonary fibrosis on Tuesday, December 5, 2017.  Jimmy was born on January 30, 1941 to the late Orville and Edna Goodman in Washington, DC.  He moved with his parents to Epping Forest when he was five years old.  He is survived by his children, Philip Goodman of Epping Forest, Daniel (Michelle) Goodman of Epping Forrest, and Linda Goodman (Ron Hull) of Edgewater; four grandchildren: Joshua, Matthew, Taylor, and Jordon Goodman, all of Epping Forest.  Also surviving is his dear friend and former wife, Kathleen Goodman, of Epping Forest.  Preceding Jimmy in death were his two brothers, Warren and Wayne.  Jimmy was a graduate of Annapolis High School, class of 1959, and he received a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Johns Hopkins University. He worked for the U. S. Navy for 46 years, starting his career as a cooperative education student with the Navy while earning his degree.  For almost 60 years, Jimmy served as community manager of the Epping Forest Waterworks.  Jimmy was a great father, devoted grandfather, and a cherished friend and neighbor.  A memorial service will be held on January 6, 2018 at 4 PM, followed by a celebration of his life at the Epping Forest Club House, 354 Severn Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401. Expressions of sympathy in Jimmy’s memory may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake at 90 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122. 

Bernard Charles Haas of Fort Washington Maryland passed away peacefully in Christ on Monday December 4,  2017.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years Rose Mary Haas and was the loving father of Bernard Haas Jr., Daniel Haas (Valerie), John Haas (Hannah), David Haas (Mary), Maryann Ashbacker (Rick), the loving grandfather of Jonathan Haas (Amanda), Kelly Heilmann (Eric), David Norris, Jessica Rodgers (Dylan), Olivia, Anna, and Daniella Haas, Jeffrey Ashbacker, Melissa and Katrina Haas, and loving great grandfather of Alora, Nolan and Haliyah Haas, and Emma and Lucas Heilmann.  Mr. Haas was a World War II veteran and retired government intelligence analyst.  One of ten children, he grew up on a farm near Carrolltown PA and was a life-long gardener.  He also enjoyed baseball, golf, card games, flying RC airplanes, playing the accordion and harmonica, and square dancing.  He was devoted to service of the Catholic Church and his family.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington, 924 G Street NW, Washington D.C. 20001.
 
Relatives and friends are invited to Mr. Haas' visitation and viewing on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at12 noon at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2401 Brinkley Rd., Ft. Washington, MD 20744. Interment Washington National Cemetery. 


Carroll L. Bundy, 58, beloved husband for 30 years of Mary Jane Bundy, was called home to be with the Lord on December 3, 2017 with family by his side, after a long fight with cancer.  Carroll is also survived by his children Bobby Fune (Katie), LyAnne Windsor (Bert), Jason Fune (Maggie), Tamara Culbreath (Chris) and Trevor Bundy (Veronica); Grandchildren Andy, Devon, Mariyah, Lana, Carter and Victor. 
 
Carroll was born in Washington, D.C. on October 22, 1959 to the late Iona Jones Tribbett and Lloyd Bernard Bundy, and was raised in Washington, D.C. and Forestville, MD. Carroll was the second to youngest of five and adored by his surviving siblings, Alonza Tribbett (Lonnie), Richard[Dickey] Bundy (Sheryl), Joanne Bundy-Lewis, and Travis Bundy. He attended Suitland High School. He attended Texas A&M on a football scholarship. Due to his passion for cars and mechanics, Carroll graduated top of his class from Auto Technical Institute and as an alumnus became a mentor and speaker to future classes.   He served in several leadership positions at auto dealerships on the East Coast concluding as Supply Chain Management at Avis Budget Group.
 
He married Mary Jane Villanueva on May 15, 1987 in Upper Marlboro, MD. Together they lovingly raised their five children in Prince George's County, MD. In 2007-2009 Carroll, alongside his wife, led a Youth Home Group serving several neighboring kids. Carroll was a devoted Christian and an active member of Elevate Church where he served as a sound technician on Sundays.
 
He enjoyed traveling, participating in mission trips, volunteering as a football coach for youth in Allentown Boys and Girls Club, fixing cars of all kinds, and his kids’ various activities. He was an active member in "Tough Talk" Men's Ministry, enjoyed anything sports related, hanging out with his kids, adventures with his grandchildren, sharing time with his wife, and, most of all, praising and worshiping the Lord. 

Marie Shirley Leimbach of Edgewater  passed away on Saturday December 2, 2017. Shirley was born on July 22, 1924 to the late William and Marie Thomas in Washington, DC. In addition to her parents Shirley was predeceased by her  beloved husband of 52 years, Harry E. Leimbach and her son, Harry Richard Leimbach. She is survived by her son, Robert (Lynda) Leimbach of Harpers Ferry, WV; daughter-in-law, Gay Leimbach of Edgewater; three grandchildren, Erin Ridgeway of FL, Callie (Don) Goostree of California, MD and  Brian (Stacey) Leimbach of Vienna , VA; six great- grandchildren.  Friends are invited to celebrate Marie's life at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Wednesday, December 6 from 11am until her funeral service begins at 1pm.  Interment Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery. Condolences may be left by clicking on the link on the left side of this page.

Denise Davidson Jenkins, a 20-year resident of Davidsonville and formerly of Cambridge, MD, passed away peacefully at her home on December 2, 2017.  She was 67.

Denise was born on November 4, 1950 in Cambridge to the late Wm. Eldridge and Ruth Condon Davidson She graduated from Cambridge High School, and then attended Prince George's Community College where she earned a certificate in Early Childhood Education.  Denise began her career working at WCEM radio station in Cambridge, MD.  In the ensuing years, she worked for the State of Maryland in different agencies including Eastern Shore State Hospital, Center for Environmental Studies, and  the Comptroller’s Office.  She then taught kindergarten at St. Mary of the Assumption School in Upper Marlboro, MD.  She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Middle River, MD.  Denise enjoyed reading, cooking and traveling with her family throughout the U.S. and Europe. 

Denise is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Mark Christopher Jenkins; two children, Christopher Jenkins of Arlington, VA and Lauren Scaduto (Brian Scaduto) of Baltimore, MD; one brother, William E. Davidson, Jr. and sister in-law Frances; a niece and nephew, Donnie Davidson and Debbie Tapper who were more like her brother and sister; two other nephews, Kevin and Keith Davidson, and three great nieces, one great nephew, and one great-great niece.

Friends are invited to celebrate Denise’s life with her family from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, December 7 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  A Memorial Mass will be offered at 11 a.m. on Friday, December 8 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Greenbaum Cancer Center, University of Maryland Clinical Center, 22  S. Green St. Baltimore, MD 21201. Online condolences and tributes can be made by using the link on this page.





Friends are invited to celebrate George's life on Thursday, December 7 from 5 to 8 PM at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will be held on Friday, December 8 at 11:30 AM. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Silver Spring, MD. Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

Thomas Allan Denton,75, Brandywine, MD, died Friday, December 1, 2017. Born October, 29, 1942 in Washington DC to the late Elmo Hilliard Denton and late Barbara Sproul, he is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Williams (daughter of the late James E and Beverly M Williams of District Heights, MD); daughters, Regina (Jeff Clowser) and Marcy (Joe Curran); brothers, Ronald (Louise) and Brian (Theresa McDonough); sisters Claire Denton-Holt (Gary), Elizabeth (William Carrier) and Nancy (James Smeriglio); grandchildren, Benjamin and Nathan Clowser (Regina), Anthony, Vincent and Joseph Dipietri and Crystal, Ryan and Madison Curran (Marcy); aunt, Jacqueline Liverman of Raleigh, NC; 14 nieces and nephews and many friends he considered family. Visitation will be Saturday, December 9th, 2 p.m. until time of service at 3 p.m., at Kalas Funeral Home, Oxon Hill, Maryland.  In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

A 1960 graduate of Gongaza College High School, Tom earned an Associate’s Degree from the newly formed Prince George's Community College while interning for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. He continued on to earn a Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering from University of Maryland in the 1960’s and worked as a Civil Engineer for AH Smith. When Multiple Sclerosis caused paralysis in 1973 and halted his Engineering career, Tom went back to college to earn a Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Summa Cum Laude, from UMUC. State Certified in Public Accounting, Tom worked aside his father for the Clinton public accounting firm which eventually became Denton Associates PA.  Tom most cherished his family with his favorite memories being annual Denton-Massey family reunions in North Carolina and annual large extended-family Christmas gatherings.  He was a competitive volleyball player until his 2nd fall to MS in the 1990s but fought back to be able to participate in community volleyball until his 3rd fall to MS in the 2000s.  Tom was an intrinsic motivator and educator.  He was charitable, benevolent, incredibly forgiving, generous, spirited, witty and happy.  His Catholic foundation and unfaltering faith, not just in God, but also in others, allowed him the most peaceful life even into his last days.


Elmer "El" Carl Landmann, 76, of Edgewater passed away on Friday, December 1, 2017 due to complications from Parkinson's Disease. El was born on February 20, 1941 in St. Louis, MO to the late Elmer Julian and Melba Landmann. After High School El joined the  U.S. Army and worked as diesel mechanic. He was the owner of Landmann Repair and Maintenance Inc. He enjoyed trains, and history, especially war history. El was a gun enthusiast, avid Nascar fan and a true motor head. 

In addition to his parents Elmer was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years Mary Margaret. He is survived by his two children, Roger(Jennie) Landmann of Crofton, Katy(Wayne) Avery of Edgewater; sister, Grace Canava of St Louis, MO; five grandchildren, Gunther Roger Landmann, Carl Wayne Avery, Victor(Melanie) Landmann, Rachel Marie Avery, Heidi (Alex Strnad)Landmann; two great grandchildren, Caliana Mae Avery and Kamden Luke Avery. 


Friends are invited to celebrate Elmer's life with his family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday December 11 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD, where his funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 12.  Interment to follow at Maryland Veterans Cemetery Crownsville, 1122 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD. Online condolences and tributes can be made by using the link on this page. 









Arrangements for Elmer are pending at this time.  Please check back for updates.  Online condolences and tributes can be made by using the link on this page

Maureen Muller, 81, a resident of Riva, MD for eleven years and previously of Parsippany, NJ, died on Wednesday, November 29 at her home. Born on August 20, 1936, in the Chelsea section of New York City, Maureen worked with Knoll Pharmaceuticals/ BASF in Parsippany. She enjoyed reading and being a grandmother. Maureen was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Julius Muller. She is survived by her children, Colleen (Jim) Dodd of Riva, MD, Guy (Sharon) Muller of York, PA and Richard (Lisa) Muller of Columbia, MD; her brother, Ed Bradley of New York, NY; her sisters, Joan of New York, NY, Carol, Kathleen and Patty all of New Jersey and her grandchildren, Chelsea, Jayme, Brad, Matt, Ryan, Blake and Stefani. Friends are invited to celebrate Maureen's life on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 6 at 11 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will follow at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville, MD. Condolences may be made by accessing the tab on this page.

Adalene Ellers Manion, of Grafton, West Virginia and Fort Washington, MD, passed peacefully on November 29.  An avid gardener and baker, Ada was known for her Christmas cookies and Thanksgiving rolls.  Daughter of Emery and Beatrice Ellers, preceded in death by husband James Manion Jr, and sisters Patti Sue Ellers, and Janice Haddix.  She is survived by her son James Manion III, daughter-in-law Alyson, granddaughter Mavis and sister Doris Brieterman. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Adalene's life on Wednesday December 6 from 4 to 7 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater. Interment private.  Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

Ernest William Ruppert "Ernie," 91, a resident of Riva, MD for four years and previously of Mayo, MD, died of natural causes on Monday, November 27 at his home. Born On January 6, 1926, in Baltimore, MD to the late Naylor and Virgie Ruppert, Ernie worked as a salesman/ driver for the Coca-Cola Co. in Annapolis, MD for many years. He enjoyed bowling, crabbing, playing horseshoes and going to the horse races. He was preceded in death by his wife of fifty-four years, Betty Jane Ruppert and his brothers, William N. and Edward Ruppert. He is survived by his children, Dawn (Merl) Ruppert Green of Prince Frederick, MD, Michael (Shirley) Ruppert of McKinney, VA, Ronald (Ginger) Ruppert of Riva, MD and Stephen (Carol) Ruppert of Annapolis, MD; his grandchildren, Benjamin, Brady, Rebecca, Robert, Nathan, Patricia, Jonathan, Austin, Destiny, Thomas, Mathew, Jeremy, Corri and Dylan and eight great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Ernie's life on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM  at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will be held on Friday, December 1 at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

On Monday, November 27, 2017; the beloved wife of Paul Weaver; mother of Christina and Kenneth Weaver; grandmother of Joseph Glasco and soon to be Stephanie Baltrop; sister of John and James Lockhart. She is also survived by her nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Dixie's Life Celebration at the Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 20, 2017  at 12 noon at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

On November 27, 2017, Tindaro A. Smiroldo (age 78) of Temple Hills, Maryland passed away after a courageous fight with a brief illness. He is survived by his wife Tindara (Mirabile) Smiroldo of 48 years; his three daughters Linda Herda (Patrick) of Paris, France, Diana Goodman (Jonathan) of Kensington, MD and Melissa Harrington (Tom) of Bristow, VA; and his grandchildren Isabella, Genevieve, Julian (and his siblings David and Diana) and Michael Tindaro.

Born a U.S. citizen in Antillo, Sicily, Italy on September 2, 1939, he was the youngest child of Carmelo and Giuseppina (Italiano) Smiroldo. At the age of 9, he moved to Washington, D.C., where he graduated from Anacostia High School. He then proudly served with the U.S Army, completing a three-year tour of duty in Germany during the Cold War. He had a distinguished career with the U.S. Government for nearly 40 years, retiring as a managing director of printing services for the Department of Defense at the Pentagon.

He was preceded in death by his sister Maria Zizzo and is survived by his brother Onofrio Smiroldo. He was a loving uncle, brother-in-law, and friend to so many who will miss him.

Family will receive friends at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Sunday, December 3 from 2 to 6 p.m. and Monday, December 4 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, December 5 at 10 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 595 3rd St., NW, Washington, DC 20001. Entombment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton, MD.

Memorial contributions can be made to Holy Family Catholic School at 2200 Callaway Street, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748.

Friends may call on Wednesday, November 29 from 7 to 9 PM at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, November 30 at 11 AM at The Covenant Community of Jesus the Good Shepherd, 1601 West Mt. Harmony Rd., Owings, MD. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Condolences may be made by accessing the link on this page. 

Mary Lucy Patane, 84, a 25-year resident of Annapolis and previously of Bethesda, MD, passed away on November 26, 2017 at her home surrounded by family.  Born on February 4, 1933 in Washington, DC, Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.  Her greatest passion was spending time with her family.  She was a graduate of St. Cecilia High School and Immaculata College in DC.  Mary was a member of the Annapolis Friends of the Arts, Annapolis Yacht Club and Amberly Book Club.  She also enjoyed playing bridge.  Mary is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Albert D. Patane; her devoted children, Rosemarie (Roger) Hale and Anthony J. (Denise) Patane, all of Annapolis; one brother, Anthony J. (Angelina) Izzo, also of Annapolis; five grandchildren, Robert (Rebecca) Allegar, Marie (Mike) Edwards, and Christopher (Anne), Kevin and Anthony “TJ” Patane; three great-grandchildren, Alexis, Maxwell and Ryan; and many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to celebrate Mary’s life with her family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, November 29 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9 a.m. on Thursday, November 30 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis. Interment private. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the DeCesaris Cancer Institute, 2001 Medical Parkway, Annapolis, MD 21401 or Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.

Online condolences and tributes may be offered by using the link in the left column of this page.


June Louise Czlonka, 69, a resident of Bowie, MD for more than 20 years, passed away on November 25, 2017.  Born on June 11, 1948 in Beaver Falls, PA to the late Glenn and Stella Bruner, June earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from Clarion State College and a Master’s Degree from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico.  She pursued a career in education and retired as a Vice Principal from the Anne Arundel County Public School system. June was a proud Army wife for 20 years.  She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville and enjoyed reading, traveling and going to the beach.  Most of all, she loved spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren.

 	June is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Michael Czlonka; her son, Matthew (Mary) Czlonka of Catonsville, MD and daughter, Tracy (Reed) Haley of Severna Park, MD; two brothers, Tom Bruner and Larry Bruner; one sister, Terry DeBree; and six beloved grandchildren, Caitlin, Colin, James, Patrick, Ava and David.

	Friends are invited to celebrate June’s life with her family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 29 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m. on Thursday, November 30 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD.  Burial will be scheduled at a later date.

	In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HEROES, Inc., 1200 29th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007 or http://heroes.org/donate-now.

	Online condolences and tributes may be offered by using the link in the left column of this page.


Obituaries

Obiageli Nwankwo

Philip Alter

Joan Gallagher

Melve Velasco

Thelma Cabatbat

Felicidad Galvez

Roy DeMesme

Beth Smith

James Goodman

Bernard Haas

Carroll Bundy

Marie Leimbach

Denise Jenkins

George Pavlidies

Thomas Denton

Elmer Landmann

Ellen Muller

Adalene Manion

Ernest Ruppert

Dixie Weaver

Tindaro Smiroldo

Mary Crilley

Mary Patane

June Czlonka