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Joan A. Noble, age 82, of Chandler, Arizona, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2017. She was born as the middle daughter of three to the late John I. and Emma Yos Meehan on April 8, 1935. Joan attended Immaculate Conception High School, Washington D.C., before graduating from St. Joseph's College, Emmitsburg, Maryland, in 1957.

Family was Joan’s passion and delight. She spent her years as a devoted mother and wife, dedicated to the sports careers of her four children in Annapolis, Maryland. The devotion to family continued as she followed her twelve grandchildren’s travels and pursuits with equal fervor.

Joan is survived by her sisters, Barbara Meehan Sullivan and Karen Meehan Randall. She was pre-deceased by her dedicated husband of 54 years, whom she cherished, Lawrence F. Noble. Surviving her are her four children, MarySue Noble Flick and her husband David Flick of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Lawrence F. Noble, Jr. and his wife Karen Noble of Fernandina Beach, Florida; Nancy Noble Slattery and her husband Matthew Slattery of Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania; and James S. Noble and his wife Michelle Noble of Altadena, California. She also is survived by her 12 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

A viewing will be held at Kalas Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 6th from 6 to 8 p.m. Services will be held at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Ft. Washington, Maryland, on September 7th at 11 a.m. Donations may be made to the Mercy Home for Boys, (Mercyhome.org) 1140 W. Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois, 60607.

John W. Bryan of Forest Heights, MD passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at the age of 96, after a short illness. Born in Washington, DC to Mary and Orlando Bryan, he was raised in College Park, MD and graduated from Hyattsville High School and the University of Maryland (BSEE).

John loved God, his country, and his large loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife Betty and his three children, John II (Carolina), Linn Monahan (Tom) and Shannon Kathleen Gales (Patrick). He was especially proud of his eight grandchildren, Beatriz Jarvis (Josh), John Bryan III, Shae Bryan, Bradley Monahan, Ginny Monahan, Kallie Koenigsknecht (Scott), Erin Gales and Morgan Gales. He will also be missed by his siblings Catherine Thibodeau, Christopher Bryan, Sister Josephine Bryan and Pauline Duff, his two great grandchildren Flor Jarvis and Abraham Jarvis, and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his sisters Mary Manual and Anne Buckley.

John served four years in the United States Army with the 71st Infantry during World War II. He had a long successful engineering career working for the Naval Research Lab, NASA – Goddard, Old Dominion Systems and EG&G. In recent years he was active with his church, the Knights of Columbus, and the Southern Prince Georges County Republican Club. He enjoyed golfing with the Wet Shoes at Tantallon Golf Club until just a few years ago.
Relatives and friends are invited to Mr. Bryan's Celebration of Life on Sunday, September 3, 2017 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church. Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to Saint Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745.



On Tuesday, August 29, 2017. The beloved husband of the late Mary E. Marconi; father of Anthony (Dawn) Marconi and Gina (Larry) Larman, also survived by 3 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Mario's life on Friday, September 1 from 3 pm until his funeral service begins at 4 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will be on Saturday, September 2 at 10 am at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. (woundedwarriorproject.org).  Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

James W. “Jim” Rogers, 91, a 28-year resident of Davidsonville and previously of University Park, MD, passed away on August 29, 2017 at his home. Born on July 4, 1926 in Washington, DC, Jim was the oldest of five children born to the late James and Anna Rogers.  He grew up in Hyattsville and attended the University of Maryland. A successful real estate builder and developer, Jim was the proprietor of James W. Rogers Associates in Bladensburg, MD.  He was an avid horseman and long-time member of the Marlboro Hunt Club.  Jim was also a member of St. Mary’s of the Assumption in Upper Marlboro and a previous member of Holy Family in Davidsonville where he actively supported the construction of the new church in the late 1980s. Before moving to Davidsonville, he had been a member of St. Mark’s in Hyattsville. 

Jim was preceded in death by his wives, Ellen S. Rogers and Mary Catherine Rogers, and two of his brothers, Phillips C. and William H. Rogers. He is survived by two sons, Jay (Terri) Rogers and Clayton (Christi) Rogers, both of Davidsonville; and one daughter, Melissa (Kevin) Morelli of Virginia Beach, VA; two brothers, J. Whitson Rogers of Baltimore and Joseph S. Rogers of Landover, MD; three grandsons, Ryan Hughes, Andrew Rogers Campbell and Eric Morelli; three granddaughters, Emily Morelli Reuter, Jessica Conard and Loren Smith; seven great-grandchildren, and his companion and love of his life, Betty Peters.

A visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 31 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Burial will be private.


Kiki Chrisafis, 97, a 6-year resident of Annapolis, and previously of Arlington, Massachusetts, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2017 at Sunrise Assisted Living in Annapolis.

Kiki was born on July 11, 1920 in Somerville, Massachusetts to the late John and Mary Sintetos. She was the beloved wife of the late James Chrisafis, devoted mother of Maria Cantwell and her husband Patrick.

All services will take place in Arlington Massachusetts. Please tak0e a moment and leave a condolence or light a candle for Kiki.

On Monday, August 28, 2017, in Arlington, VA; dear sister of Patricia A. Lombardy Butler and best friend to Terri L. McDaniel and Vivian Thompson and the late Benjamin Thompson; devoted aunt of Robert C. (Melissa) Butler; daughter of the late Charles E. and Gertrude V. Payne Lombardy; granddaughter of the late Charles L. and Agnes G. Payne; cousin of Christine (Michael)  Marshall, Thomas M. (Karen) Kneeland, Jr., Michael (Barbara) Lombardy and Diane (Stephen) Beckam.  Relatives and friends are invited to Lannah's Celebration of Life on Saturday, September 2, 2017 from 9 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Capital Caring, Halquist Memorial Inpatient Center, 4715 15th St. North, Arlington, Virginia 22205.



Charles T."Charlie" Brewer, 85, a lifelong resident of Maryland, passed away on August 28, 2017 at his home in Edgewater.  Born on May 31, 1932 in Washington, DC, Charlie grew up in Bryantown, MD and attended Leonard Hall Naval Academy where he graduated in 1946 with the rank of Captain. He attended Georgetown University and joined the U.S. Navy, retiring in 1992 as a Master Chief after 42 years continuous service. On his birthday in 1952, he married the love of his life, Betty Jane Yetton. Several  years later, they settled in Edgewater to raise their family.
Charlie was a well-known business and community leader and consumer advocate. He was involved with many community organizations during his lifetime but the South River Ruritan Club and the Navy Reserves were his passion. 
Charlie is survived by his wife, Betty Jane; six of their seven children and spouses, Charles (Kathy), Cindy, Cherie Hall (Leonard), Carl (Gladys), Christie Bowie (David) and Carol Cox (Steve), 26 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.  His youngest son, Clint, died in 1992.
Friends are invited to celebrate Charlie's life from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 31 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 1 at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in West River, MD followed by a reception and burial at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bryantown MD.
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Friends are invited to celebrate Helen's life on Monday from 2 to 4 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, September 5 at 9 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Interment will follow at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville, MD. Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

On Sunday, August 27, 2017 death came to Walter Van Gieson at age 95. A resident of Annapolis, MD since 2001, Walter was born in New York City and was raised in The North Bronx. He attended public elementary and high schools in the Bronx and earned a degree in Electrical Engineering from the Manhattan College School of Engineering. In Sept. of 1942 he enlisted in the Army Air Corps, became a radio operator/mechanic in the Air Commandos and served in the China Burma India Theater during World War II. He married Joan Frances Rogers in 1949. Walter was a pioneer in radio, television and digital communications. Starting in 1949 until his death he was an active, licensed amateur radio operator and held a Professional Engineer’s license since 1959. Walter was employed as an engineer by the National Broadcasting Company (NBC) in their television operations beginning in 1948. In 1959 he joined the International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) research and development group where he contributed to the development of such technologies as digital signal transmission, computer generated speech, speech recognition and secure digital communications systems (Token Ring). Walter volunteered as a scout leader, fund raiser for special needs children via the Knights of Columbus and the Exchange Club, and as a mentor to middle school students, mostly children of recent immigrants, helping them with their science and math homework. Walter is survived by his wife of 68 years, Joan Van Gieson; his children, Joseph, Deborah, Peter, David and John; three grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 am on Thursday, August 31 at St. Jon Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery on January 22, 2018 at 11 AM. Online condolences and tributes may be offered by clicking the link in the left column.

Shirley Ann Choulis, 81, a 52-year resident of Riva and previously of New Carrollton, MD, passed away on August 27, 2017 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center.  Shirley was born in Washington, DC to the late Elmer and Evelyn Wines.  After graduating from high school, she married and raised two children, Debra and Gary. Upon their graduations from high school, she worked in sales at the former Woodward and Lothrop and Hecht Company department stores.  Then she worked in real estate, specializing in model home sales. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville and the Red Hat Ladies.  Her favorite pastime was playing bingo. Shirley was preceded in death by her son, Gary Choulis.  She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, George E. Choulis; one daughter, Debra A. (Ben) Tall of Crofton; a brother, Elmer M. (Connie) Wines, Jr.; one grandson, Nicholas Tall; three granddaughters, April Croissant, Elisabeth Hasbrouck and Michelle Vukmanic; and six great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Shirley’s life from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 1 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m. in the chapel at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville. Burial will be at Lakemont Memorial Gardens. Online condolences and tributes may be made by clicking the tab on this page.


Judy Darr, 64, a lifetime resident of Edgewater, MD, died on Saturday, September 26 at her home.

She is survived by her daughters, Pamela (Greg) Carrick of Riva, MD and Karen (Thomas) Kvichak of Crofton, MD; her sisters, Cathy (Pat) McMahon of Queenstown, MD, Linda (Dave) McMichael of Cape Canaveral, FL and Stacy (Dan) Bajus of Annapolis, MD and her grandchildren, Brandon and Veronica Carrick and Carter and Austin Kvichak. Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Georgetta Monroe. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Judy's life on Friday, September 1 from 11am until her funeral service begins at 12 noon at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.

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Arrangements for Mr. Johnson are private.

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On Friday, August 25, 2017 of Arlington, VA. Beloved son of Christie and the late Eduardo S.  Maximo, Sr.; loving brother of Gerard, Nico, Edward, Marissa and Jimmy; cherished grandson of Simeon Leyson,  Francesca Maximo, Albert and Marlene Leyson. Also survived by many loving family and friends. Relatives and friends may call at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD on Friday, September 1, 2017 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, September 2 from 10 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew the Apostle’s Catholic Church,11600 Kemp Mill Rd. Silver Spring, MD 20902. Interment private.

Edward lee Weary Sr. 
(Aka Bear)

It is with great sadness that the family of Edward Lee Weary announces his passing on Friday, August 25th, 2017 at the age of 49. 

Edward L. Weary was born in Washington D.C. on October 10, 1967, to Ann (Maddox) Weary and the late Moses Lee Weary. He was affectionately known as “Bear” and was loved by many during his time here on earth. Edward was raised in the DMV where he attended DC Public Schools.

Edward AKA Bear was an amazing Father and a man with a heart of gold and was loved by everyone he met. He would give you the shirt off of his back but also talk trash to you while doing it. Over his lifetime he touched so many hearts, whether it was people, he met while he worked as a Security Guard and bouncer or people he met in the street. He loved God and would share that message with anyone he met. Bear was the life of the party, and he loved to laugh and make everybody laugh with him. He was a fan of weapons and had quite a collection of them. He enjoyed Martial Arts, Sports, Movies and spending time with family and friends. 
  
Edward Lee Weary Sr. was preceded in death by his father, Moses Lee Weary. 

In passing he leaves to mourn his mother Ann Weary and Step-mother Betty Weary, Beloved life partner Alecia, one daughter Andrea M. Hawkins, Two sons Edward L. Weary Jr. and George H. Weary, an ex-wife Rochelle McClain (Weary), three Step daughters, Felicia Bidgell, Azia Geter, and Shondell Hazer, Eleven Grandchildren, one Godson and one Great grandchild, and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, other family and friends

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Arrangements are incomplete, date and time yet to be determined, please check back.

On Thursday, August 24, 2017; the beloved husband of Bertha Ann Colbert; father of Vicky Colbert-Baker, David Colbert, Latoya Colbert and Kevin Colbert; brother of Shirley Young, Joanne Mosley, Anne Marie Sutton, Frances Satterwright, James Earl Colbert, Jr., Michael Colbert, John Wayne Colbert and the late Howard Simms; grandfather of Andre, Raymond, Quinton, Quintaveon, Anjalee and Davon. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  Relatives and friends are invited to Larry's Celebration of Life on Thursday, August 31, 2017 from 11 a.m. until time of service at 12 noon at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment private at a later date. 

Fr. James Muller, of the Order of Preachers, died on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Sacred Heart Home in Hyattsville, MD, at the age of 85. He was born in Camden, NJ, on March 12, 1932, the son of George William and Marie Elizabeth (Davis). He graduated from Providence College in 1954, and from the Dominican House of Studies in 1957, and was ordained a Dominican priest in Washington, DC, in 1959. Father Muller served as a preacher for the Mission Band of the Dominican Province of St. Joseph, and as a parish priest for the Province in New York City, Youngstown, Ohio, Louisville, Kentucky, and Hawthorne, NY. From 2002-2008, he served as Prior of St. Dominic’s community in Washington, DC, and from 1980-1990, he served in the Chaplain Corps of the United States Navy, retiring with the rank of Commander in the Naval Reserve. In addition to his Dominican community, Fr. Muller is survived by a sister, Mary Elizabeth (Mrs. Richard) Smith, and several nieces and nephews. Viewing will be in St. Dominic’s Church, 6th and E Streets SW on Monday, August 28, from 4 to 7 PM, and the funeral Mass will be celebrated there at 10 AM on Tuesday, August 29, with burial following at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Duke Jones, a resident of Beltsville, MD for fifty years, passed on Wednesday, August 23 in Crofton, MD. Born on November 18, 1920 in Piqeras, Albania, Duke graduated from high school and enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1942. During World War II, he completed the U.S. Navy Hospital Corps Service School and served as a Pharmacist's Mate, Third Class. He was stationed in Northern Africa, Europe, at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Norfolk, VA and at Advanced Amphibious Training Bases (AATB) in Bizerte, Tunisia and Salerno, Italy. Duke also served aboard the USS Calvert, the USS Arundel and was a Corpsman with the 1st Beach Battalion. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal and was honorably discharged in December of 1945. Duke was a restaurateur and "health nut" who enjoyed dancing and loved his children and grandchildren immensely. He is survived by his children, Stephen Gionis of Edgewater, MD, Paul Gionis of Beltsville, MD, Jason Jones of Millersville, MD and Marianne Chenevey of Clifton, VA; his brother, William "Bill" Jones of Silver Spring, MD; his sister, Helen Jeris of Yonkers, NY and his grandchildren, Christian and Eva Gionis, Theseus and Alec Jones and David, Timotheos and Alexia Chenevey. Friends are invited to celebrate Duke's life on Monday, August 28 from 11 am until his funeral service begins at 12 pm at St. Theodore Greek Orthodox Church, 7101 Cipriano Rd., Lanham, MD 20706. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Silver Spring, MD. in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to, Meals on Wheels America (www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org) www.mowaa.org/donate or by mail to Meals on Wheels America, 1550 Crystal Drive, Suite 1004, Arlington, VA 22202. Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.


Wesley A. Albright, a 3-year resident of Annapolis, MD, and previously a long time resident of Delmar, NY, passed away on August 23, 2017 at the age of 98. He was born on July 10, 1919 in McKownville, NY to the late Edna G. Albright and Willard H. Albright.  Wesley graduated from the old Altamont High School, Class of 1936, and completed his academic education at Union College where he was president of the Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity. 

He then enlisted as an aviation cadet in the U.S. Army Air Corp in 1942, won his “wings” and was assigned as flight instructor, South Training Command. He rose to the rank of Captain and became a fighter pilot flying the famed P-51 Mustang.

Wesley enjoyed a 45-year career as a real estate broker in the Albany area. He served as the President of the Albany Realty Board, Vice President of the New York State Board of Realtors, and was a former member of the Albany Executive Board, The University Club, and Aurania Club. 

He was a long-time and honorary member of the Normanside Country Club.  Wesley was a serious golfer, a Civil War buff, and enjoyed a good game of bridge. 

Wesley was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Mildred B. Albright; his second wife, Ruth Albright; his son James Albright, his sister, Grace Bloom and his dear friend, Elsie Stout.  

He is survived by his daughter, Susan Wyman, of Harwood, MD; two sons, Dr. Glenn Albright of Bedford, NY and Russell Albright of Torrance, CA; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services were private. Wesley was laid to rest at the Bethlehem Cemetery in Delmar, NY.

A memorial contribution may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90
Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.



Matthew Thomas Riggleman, “Matt”, 35, a resident
of Edgewater, Maryland, passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2017.
Born on June 29, 1982 in Clinton, MD to Teddy “David” and Lisa Riggleman, Matt was a devoted dad to his daughter, Skyler. He was very close to his siblings, nieces and nephews. He was a Master Woodworker with an artistic flair, a skill he learned from his father. Matt was a quiet person but knew no strangers. He was incredibly kind, a trait he inherited from his mother. Matt’s many interests included participating in anything involving Skyler “Love that Kid", he’d say, enjoying a Sunday ride on his motorcycle with friends, fishing, hunting, skeet shooting, skiing and various other sports. Anything outdoors. His skill set led him throughout Washington and Maryland, from building bars in DC to houses in Maryland. From the time they were old enough to walk Matt and his brother, Dave have been building. He always kept a watchful eye on his sister, Brittany and her kids. They had a very special relationship.
Matt is survived by his daughter, Skyler Riggleman; his longtime companion, Renee Nye; his parents, David and Lisa of Edgewater, MD; his brother, David Blair Riggleman (Chelsea DeBord); his sister, Brittany Riggleman Murphy (JC Murphy); his grandparents, Thomas B. and Alice Thompson of Mechanicsville, MD and Mildred Riggleman of West Virginia; his nieces, Meadow and Heidi Murphy and his nephew, Jimmy Murphy. Matt was predeceased by his grandfather, Teddy B. Riggleman.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Matt's life on Sunday, August 27  from 11am until 12pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will follow at 12pm. Interment will take place on Monday, August 28 at 11:00am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery in Bushwood, Maryland. In lieu of flowers we have set up a fund for Skyler’s Education. Checks to be made payable to Edward Jones Investments. Memo:  Sklyler Riggleman’s Education Fund.

Checks should be sent to:
Edward Jones Investments
Attention:  Taylor DeBord
3140 W. Ward Road, Suite 108
Dunkirk, MD 20754


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Mary Frances Pender, 93, of Ft. Washington, MD passes away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 23, 2017.

She was born in Lowell, MA on November 9, 1923 to the late John Joseph and Ann Callinan Tansey.

Throughout her life she worked at Lansburg Department Store in the detective department, the FBI and retired from the GSA after 25 years of service.

She loved to sing and dance and especially liked all the fun activities that her and her best friend, Elenora Mills, participated in with the Harmony Hallers. 

The beloved wife of the late John J. Pender, Jr.; mother of Carol (Richard) Porac of Hagerstown, MD and the late John F. Pender; grandmother of Richard J. (Joddi) Porac, Jr. of Laurel, MD, Matthew R. (Kristen) Porac of Skelton, CT and Kristine (Dave) Knight of Frederick, MD; aunt of John Brian Tansey and Elaine Weschler. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren with #6 being scheduled to be born on her birthday. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church (Main Church)  of Piscataway, 13401 Piscataway Rd, Clinton, MD. Relatives and friends are invited to Mrs. Pender's Life Celebration on Tuesday, October 31 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 2 p.m. Please meet at the Administration Building at Arlington National Cemetery with one's own transportation at 1:15 p.m. 

OWENS, Mark D., 56, of Temple Hills, Maryland, died August 22, 2017 after a long illness. He was the son of the late Joseph and Evelyn Owens of Temple Hills, Maryland. He was also predeceased by his stepmother, Helen Owens.
 
He is survived by two brothers, Gary Owens and wife, Beverly, of Orlando, Florida, Bruce Owens of Lawrence, Kansas. He is also survived by one stepbrother Stephen Robinson and wife, Rosalie, of Phoenix, Arizona; three stepsisters, Sandra Skinner of Emporia, Virginia, Jan Opalko and husband, Rick, of Temple Hills, Maryland, and Rita Austin and husband Kit, of Verona, Virginia, and many nieces and nephews. 

A genuinely gentle and very special young man, Mark's sweet spirit will be sorely missed.  The family would like to express their appreciation to Adventist Home Assistance who provided excellent care for Mark these last few years with special recognition to Faye Gary, Jane Ntah, Mary Rose Calvert, Hospice of the Chesapeake, Capital Caring Hospice and the many others that were blessed to care for him as was the family through them.  Service information will be provided at a later date.


On Tuesday, August 22, 2017 Linda succumbed to her two year battle with brain cancer; beloved wife of James Finnegan; mother of Evan and Ryan Finnegan; daughter of Marion and the late Frank Vaughn, Sr.; sister of Frank (Pam) Vaughn, Jr.; also survived by other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Linda's Celebration of Life on Friday, August 25 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Independent Baptist Church, 9255 Piscataway Rd., Clinton, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Obituaries

Joan Noble

John Bryan

Mario Marconi

James Rogers

Kiki Chrisafis

Lannah Lombardy

Charles Brewer

Helen Coffren

Walter Van Gieson

Shirley Choulis

Judy Darr

Edward Johnson

Eduardo Maximo, Jr.

Edward Weary

Eric Griffin

Larry Colbert

Rev. James Muller, OP

Duke Jones

Wesley Albright

Matthew Riggleman

Mary Pender

Mark Owens

Linda Finnegan

Carmen Hudson