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Edward Scott Gore, 81, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025. He was a long-time resident of Hillsmere Shores in Annapolis, MD. He was born on Thursday, October 21, 1943, to his late parents, Lorine Babst and Edgar Scott Gore. He was married to the late Carol Elaine Gore for 57 years. He is survived by his daughters Marsha LaFollette (Tim) of North Carolina and Melissa Bailey (Wayne) of MD; grandchildren Daniel Rollins (Madina) and their daughter Jasmine; Amy Burnette (Deandre) and their sons Jordan and Riley; he is also survived by his siblings Loretta Lowe, Susan Tayman, Steven Gore, John Gore, and Linda Sullivan and his late sister Frances Wingate.

Dad loved his family fiercely and was a loyal friend. He was a plumber by trade and worked for McNew Bros, South East County Plumbing and Heating, and the State of MD (DGS). He also worked for Mason’s Towing and Eastport Volunteer Fire Co. He enjoyed working on cars, making Sunday breakfast, and collecting HESS trucks; he loved the water and crabbing.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Thursday, January 16, from 4-7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037, where a funeral service will be held on Friday, January 17 at 10 am. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery in Annapolis. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the <a href="https://woodlandbeachvfd.networkforgood.com/projects/231051-edgewater-vfd-general-donation">Edgewater Volunteer Fire Department</a>, PO Box 236, Edgewater, MD 21037, or <a href="https://dementiasociety.charityproud.org/donate">The Dementia Society of America</a>, PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901. Online condolences and tributes may be made using the memories link on this page.

Thomas Leo Doran, 68, a 37-year resident of Davidsonville and previously of Hyattsville, MD, passed away on January 8, 2025. Born February 28, 1956 in Washington, DC to the late Tom and Marietta Doran, Thomas graduated from Archbishop Carrol High School in 1974 before proudly attending the University of Maryland, College Park. He graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Economics in 1978, before obtaining his Juris Doctorate from the University of Maryland in 1981. For over 40 years, Thomas practiced law as a member of the Maryland and District of Columbia State Bars with a focus on professional liability and medical malpractice defense. 

In 1993, in partnership with his closest friends, Thomas founded the law firm of Decaro, Doran, Siciliano, Gallagher & DeBlasis, LLP. He proudly served as the firm’s managing partner from its inception until his passing. Thomas was an active member of the Themis Advocates Group, a national organization of preeminent civil defense litigation firms, and spoke before national organizations on insurance defense issues.

A lifelong admirer of sports and athletic achievement, Thomas was a devoted fan of the Washington Nationals, Washington Commanders and, above all, the Maryland Terrapins. For 40 years, he routinely took his children and grandchildren to football and basketball games in College Park. Throughout his life, Thomas also took great joy coaching sports, a passion he continued through this past spring when he coached not one but two of his granddaughters’ softball teams. 

Aside from sports, Thomas was a lover of family tradition. Every year, he took his entire family to the Maryland and Delaware beaches, where nothing made him happier than a newspaper, a coffee and a good beach chair facing the ocean. Thomas collected beautiful Lionel trains, loved every variety of Christmas music and was famous for his annual roast turkey & Thanksgiving stuffing. He devoutly practiced his Catholic faith, attending Mass each Sunday.

Thomas is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Rosemary Doran; two sons, Thomas A. (Maureen) Doran of Millersville, MD and Kevin M. (Laura) Doran of Crownsville, MD; two daughters, Kathryn L. Doran of Millersville, MD and Laura E. Doran of Potomac, MD; one brother, Frank J. (Jule) Doran of Sarasota, FL; two sisters, Mary Doran (Mark) Brown of Annapolis, MD and Jean Doran (Steve) Levine of Ellicott City, MD. In total, Thomas is also survived by his nine beloved grandchildren, Isabel, Luciana, Leo, Edward, Rosemary, John, Giulia, Penny, and Elizabeth.

Friends are invited to celebrate Thomas’ life with his family from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14 at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W Central Ave, Davidsonville. A reception will immediately follow the Mass. A private interment will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN).  

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On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, Patricia Lynn Mensch, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many, passed away at the age of 90, exactly one month shy of her 91st birthday, in Ashburn, VA. Pat was born on February 8, 1934, in St. Paul, MN, to the late Melvin Sidney Bowen and Inez Waters. Pat had a tragic childhood; her mother died immediately after Pat's birth, and her father was not able to adequately take care of his two children, so Pat was moved around to many children's facilities and families, but she was eventually able to funnel all of that missed love to her family and friends which made her an even more extraordinary person to everyone that met her.

Pat attended Humboldt High School in St. Paul and received her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in 1954 from the Charles T. Miller School of Nursing. She was an operating room nurse in her early years, moving from Minnesota to New York and then to California, and finally settling down for 13 years in St. Petersburg, FL. She moved to Reston, VA, in 1972 and then had a long tenure as an executive secretary with Planning Research Corporation (PRC) and Northop Grumman until she finally retired at the age of 79 to enjoy her years living at Lansdowne Woods (Leisure World) in Lansdowne, VA, where she developed great friendships and comfort. Family was the most important thing in Pat's life, and her childhood pushed her even harder to love family, God, and friends. Pat enjoyed the serenity of the beach and the sounds of the ocean. She enjoyed Bible Study, delicious homemade meals, good football games, and reading. Most of all, she cherished being with her family and friends. Pat will be remembered for her unequivocal kindness and love. She was an angel on Earth, and now she is our angel looking down on us from above.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Marshall Bowen.

Pat leaves in loving memory her children, Cynthia L. Funk (Alan), Joseph P. Mensch (Ruth), and Laura J. Thomas (Hunter); her grandchildren Amanda, McKenzie, Joey, Megan, and Ryan, along with her great-grandchildren, William and Paige. 

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Jill Gallagher, 94, died on Tuesday, January 7 at her home in Gambrills, MD. Born on March 6, 1930 in Australia to the late Stanislaus Valmond Vaughan and Ida Elizabeth Warren Gallagher, Jill was an avid supporter of wildlife and environmental causes. She loved dogs and cared for many abandoned animals during her lifetime. Jill was also a very talented needlepoint and knitting artist. She is survived by her sister, Pamela Guha. Friends are invited to Jill’s memorial service which will be held at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Monday, January 13 at 11 am.

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Ervin L Bryant, Sr., 78, of Crownsville, MD, died peacefully on January 7, 2025. 

Ervin was born January 28, 1946, in Washington, D.C. He is predeceased by two brothers, William Bryant and Rick Bryant. He is survived by two sisters, Eunice Richards and Shirley Hill, his son, Ervin Bryant, Jr. (Donna) of Annapolis, Taylor Bryant (Amy) of Venice, FL., Kim Bryant of Crownsville, MD., four grandchildren, Kristina Everett, Megan Coladonato, Jackson Bryant, and Max Bryant, and three great-grandchildren.  

Ervin worked in the flooring business for over 40 years. His hobbies were his love of classic country music, woodworking, his faithful dog and companion "Buddy," and spending time with his grandchildren, who he loved dearly. He will be remembered as a loving father and grandfather and will be greatly missed. 

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kendal Mark Temple, 79, who departed this earth on January 7, 2025 in Edgewater, Maryland. Ken was born on July 7th, 1945 in Washington, DC.  He was the beloved child of James and Edith Temple. He enjoyed a banana cake on his birthday every year.
 
Growing up, Ken attended Prince George’s County schools, graduating from Northwestern H.S in 1963. Ken was a featured drum major with the Northwestern H.S band.  He participated twice in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. After graduating, Ken went on to be the manager for S. Klein Shoe Company in Greenbelt, MD.

Ken was hard working and had a lifelong passion for building and fixing things. He turned his attention to home remodeling and eventually began his own business as a builder/developer. Ken built many homes in Prince George’s and Anne Arundel counties, including the Truman Manor Townhouse development. Ken was also National Sales Manager representative for Velocity Power Boats.

Ken married Barbara Alice Thomas in 1963 and they welcomed two children, Lori Marie and Kendall Mark Jr. They made their home in College Park and Beltsville, MD. In 1988, Ken went on to marry Bonnie Bartel and became a stepfather to Julia Bartel.

Ken was enthusiastic about his faith in Jesus Christ. He served in various ministries throughout his life in many different congregations. He touched many lives as part of the Car Care Ministry that provided oil changes to struggling single mothers. Ken was an active member of Chesapeake Christian Fellowship where he served in the broadcast ministry (www.4thelord.org) as a camera operator on the tech team. He faithfully served on the Winter Relief ministry to the homeless and with the Men’s Ministry by assisting with repair projects.

Ken is survived by his children, Lori Austin and Kendall (Kathy) Temple Jr.; his stepdaughter, Julia Bartel; his eight grandchildren, Joshua (Jillian) Temple, Tirza Austin, Jaime (Nicholas) Ownby, Lydia (Sam) Venuti, Matthew Temple, Abigail (Dan) Rose, Sarah Temple, and Berith Austin; and two step-grandchildren, Zach and Ray Adams. “Super Grandpa” also had nine great-grandchildren, Avery Temple, Pearl Austin, Audrey Temple, Sophia Temple, Eli Temple, Carter Ownby, Jackson Venuti, Carson Ownby, and Bruce Seals, III. He also leaves behind his sister, Tina (Ron) Yingling; his niece, Cara Risher; his great-nephew, Christopher Risher; and his great-niece, Marilyn Risher.

Ken was preceded in death by his father, James Temple; his mother, Edith Temple; his brother, James Temple Jr.; and his nephew, Christopher Badaczewski.

Ken will be remembered most for his compassion and willingness to help anyone he saw with a need. Family and friends think of Ken at every crab feast and family gathering. He often said, “The worst crab is still better than the best steak.” He will always be with us during every DIY project and crab picked.

“It’s all good!”

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Ken's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD, on Tuesday, January 14, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm., and at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship, 377 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD on  Wednesday, January 15 from 10:30 am until his funeral service begins at 11 am. The interment will be held at 2:30 pm at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD 

Lena Marie Schiattareggia, 92, passed peacefully in her sleep on Monday, January 6 at Asbury Solomons, where she has lived for the last 22 years. She was born on September 29, 1932 in Washington, DC to the late Emidio and Antonieta Auriti, who were immigrants from Italy. Throughout her life, Lena was active in her church sodalities and her children’s school mother’s guilds. She enjoyed hospitality events with her friends and family and was a recognized cook. Her specialty was her homemade meatballs and cannolis.  She also loved the beach and spent many summers at Sea Colony in Bethany Beach, DE. In addition to her parents, Lena was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Joseph Schiattareggia and her sisters, Amelia and Antoinette. She is survived by her two children, Sam Schiattareggia (Karen) of Selbyville, DE and Lynn Causey (Mike) of Huntingtown, MD; her four grandchildren, Joseph and Nicholas Schiattareggia and Patricia and Stephen Causey and two great-grandchildren, Abel Schiattareggia and Nico Causey. Friends are invited to celebrate Lena’s life at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 50 Alexander Lane, Solomons, MD on Tuesday, January 21 from 11 am to 12 noon with Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 12 noon. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton, MD at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to The Asbury Foundation, 11100 Asbury Circle, Solomons, MD 20688 (theasburyfoundation.org).
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Dean Amasa Titcomb, 80, passed away suddenly, but peacefully, January 6, 2025, at his home in Riva, where he resided for 38 years. He had suffered from Bulbar Onset ALS for several months.

Born on September 23, 1944, in Bangor, Maine, to the late Carl Alden and Dorothea Barbour Titcomb, Dean grew up in Newport, Maine, and graduated from Newport High School in 1962.  He graduated from the University of Maine, Class of 1966, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Business and Economics. While in college, he was in the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity and the Army ROTC.

A mile from their home is the Barbour cottage, on Lake Sebasticook, built in 1906, by Dean’s grandparents as their summer home. There Dean spent his childhood summers, with his two siblings and numerous cousins, enjoying water sports and family gatherings. Still owned by descendants of the Barbour’s, the cottage was Dean’s “Happy Place,” and he and his family vacationed there every summer, including this past August.
In 1967, Dean was commissioned as 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Medical Service Corps, assigned to Ft. Sam Houston, Texas, and was sent to Phu Bai, Vietnam, in 1968, during the TET Offensive. He served as Medical Supply Officer in the 22nd Mobile Army Surgical Hospital. He received numerous commendations and left the Army with the rank of Captain.
Dean worked for the Federal Government for 38 years as a career employer and as a support contractor. Widely respected in his field, he was a Supervisory Procurement Analyst and Contracting Specialist for the Veterans Administration for 15 years, and Chief of Acquisition and later Grants Management for the Department of Interior. Following his retirement from Interior, Dean worked as a commercial contracting consultant for four agencies.

For several years, Dean served as a mentor in SCORE, a volunteer organization that helps thousands of small business owners set up and maintain their businesses. He was an active member of The South Anne Arundel County Rotary Club. In 2016, he was awarded Rotarian of the Year for outstanding dedication and service to the club. Dean attended St. Martin’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Annapolis, and he supported his wife, Reverend Andrea Titcomb, in the churches where she served.

“Grampy” Dean loved spending time with his family which includes three precious grandchildren. He and Andrea made frequent trips to to Tennessee and Florida to visit them. He also enjoyed fishing, reading, tending his yard, and traveling.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Daniel Tidcomb, in 2023.

Dean is survived by his wife of 54 years, Andrea Titcomb; his son Brady Michael Titcomb and daughter-in-law, Joanne, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; daughter-in-law, Gina Mendoza of Gallatin, TN; two siblings, Alan Titcomb (Dorothea)  of Lynchburg, VA and Donna Laliberte of Winslow, ME; three grandchildren, Quinn Eden Titcomb and Dashiel Dean and Anika Sky Tidcomb, a niece, two nephews, and numerous cousins.

Friends are invited to celebrate Dean’s life on Sunday, February 23, at 12:30 pm at St. Martin’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1120 Spa Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401, preceded by a visitation at 11:30. Following the service, a luncheon will be served in the church’s Fellowship Hall. A private inurnment will be held at a later date at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, in memory of Dean A. Titcomb, may be made to the <a href="https://secure.pva.org/PVA/donate-pva?sc=website&mc=WEO23EG&segment-code=ZZZ">Paralyzed Veterans of America</a>; <a href="https://secure2.convio.net/alsa/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app20001b?idb=1676556200&df_id=43364&mfc_pref=T&43364.donation=form1&NONCE_TOKEN=FF237C48B46964BD2F001A9E31E6EE5F&s_src=donatebutton&43364_donation=form1">ALS Association</a> and to The South Anne Arundel Rotary Club Foundation, c/o John May, Treasurer, PO Box 131, Edgewater, MD 21037.

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Scott Delcore, 59, passed away surrounded by his wife, Sandi, and family on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at his home in Davidsonville, MD, after a courageous and inspiring battle with pancreatic cancer.
 
Born and raised in Hyde Park, NY, Scott grew up in a close-knit community along the scenic Hudson River. From a young age, he displayed a remarkable work ethic and curiosity about the world around him. Whether honing his culinary skills while working in a restaurant, or assisting in construction and landscaping projects, Scott’s passion for creativity and precision shone brightly. These early experiences shaped his talents and instilled in him a lifelong love for craftsmanship and problem-solving.
 
Scott’s academic achievements were as impressive as his personal pursuits. He graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park, where he earned a bachelor's degree in physical science with a concentration in aerospace engineering, mathematics, and computer science. A proud member of the Sigma Pi fraternity, Scott cherished the friendships and camaraderie he built during college.
 
Professionally, Scott’s career was marked by his consistent dedication and diligence to success. He began his journey at SAIC Annapolis, where his exceptional skills contributed to critical projects for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. His work took him across the globe, including Europe and Asia, broadening his horizons and deepening his understanding of diverse cultures. A highlight of his career was a special assignment in Hawaii, which sparked a profound connection to the islands—a love he carried throughout his life.

In 1999, Scott met Sandi, and their story became a testament to the power of love and partnership. Engaged in the spring of 2000, they were married in the same year on a chilly November day on the South River in Annapolis.  Their bond only grew stronger over the years. Together, they built a life rooted in love, trust, and shared adventures, from their home in Millersville, MD, to their cherished “forever home” in Davidsonville.
 
In 2007, Scott took a leap of faith and founded Interclypse, a company that became a reflection of his values and vision. Over 18 years, he poured his heart into creating a successful business and a community of colleagues and friends inspired by his leadership and integrity. Scott’s entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering determination inspired a legacy that will continue to impact the lives of many.
 
Outside of work, Scott was a man of many talents and passions. He was an accomplished sailor, competing in regattas on the Chesapeake Bay and in Hawaii, where he found joy and freedom on the water. His love of nature extended to his beautifully landscaped gardens and grass, which he meticulously designed and maintained. A gifted chef and carpenter, Scott took pride in creating with his hands, whether carving wooden spoons, constructing multipurpose buildings, or preparing gourmet meals for loved ones. His home was filled with laughter, the aroma of delicious food, and the wagging tail of his beloved Golden Retriever.
 
While living in Millersville, he and Sandi were active members of Faith Baptist Church in Glen Burnie, where Pastor James Nichols nurtured their spiritual journey. After moving to Davidsonville in 2014, they joined Riva Trace Baptist Church and were baptized together by Pastor Dennis Gray in 2024, an experience that strengthened their spiritual journey.

Despite his cancer diagnosis in September 2023, Scott’s strength, courage, and positivity never wavered. He treasured every moment with Sandi and Kaia, finding strength in the love and support of those around him. His resilience and gratitude in the face of adversity were a testament to his character and inspired everyone who knew him.
 
Scott’s legacy is carried forward by those who loved him dearly. He is survived by his devoted wife, Sandi; his sisters, Judy Tuff and Paula Russo; his niece, Theresa Kimble; his nephew, Eric Tuff; his father-in-law, Terry Reetz; his sisters-in-law, Tammy Walsh and Deb Emmert; and his brother-in-law, Jeff Reetz. He is reunited in eternal peace with his parents, Paul and Frances Delcore; his mother-in-law, Arle Reetz, and his cherished dogs, Sailor, Bailey, Kona, and Kela.
 
A celebration of Scott’s life will take place on Friday, January 24, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Riva Trace Baptist Church, 475 W. Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD. A reception will follow, where friends and family can gather to honor his memory. Those wishing to send flowers can contact Dazzling Florist at dazzlingflorist.net or 443-509-5993.

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Sylvia J. Hayward of Annapolis, MD, passed away on January 3, 2025, at 82.  Born in Baltimore, MD, on August 24, 1942, to the late Hazel Dick Lane and Mack Curtis Lane, Sylvia grew up in Harford County, where she graduated from North Harford High School in Street, MD, in 1960.  In 1961, she married the late Milton "Milt" S. Hayward.

A loving and thoughtful wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Sylvia had a beautiful smile that warmed your heart and always said or did something to make you feel special. She loved listening to all kinds of music, dancing (especially the jitterbug), collecting antiques, watching tennis, and cuddling with dogs and cats, whether they belonged to her or others. Although she and Milt moved frequently during their 63 years of marriage, her natural talent for home decorating made each home a beautiful and inviting place where family and friends would gather during holidays and special occasions, providing wonderful lifetime memories.  Sylvia enjoyed trips that she and Milt took to the Grand Canyon in Arizona, driving the coastline of California, road trips with friends to Nashville and Myrtle Beach, cruises to Bermuda, the Caribbean, Alaska (for their 50th anniversary) and New England, and a trip to Disney World with her grandchildren (Pooh Bear was her favorite character). However, her favorite places were the rolling hills and farmland in northern Harford County, which she had always considered her home.

She is survived by her daughter, Danielle Cruttenden (Gary) of Annapolis, MD; daughter Nichole Hayward (Katie) of Edgewater, MD; grandchildren Corey Cruttenden (Kali) of Coon Rapids, MN; Carly Cruttenden Anderson (Steven) of Virginia Beach, VA; Jack and Robbie Hayward of Edgewater, MD and one great-grandchild, Maren Cruttenden.

A visitation will be held at Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, on January 25, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m., with a service to follow starting at 3 p.m. A private interment will be held at a later date at Slateville Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Delta, PA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to <a href="https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/AACSPCA">SPCA of Anne Arundel County</a> or Slateville Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 657, Delta, PA 17314 to benefit the Sunday School program.

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Hubert L. (Sonny) Cave, Jr., 87, of Davidsonville, MD, died at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home on Thursday, January 2, 2025.   Born on April 10, 1937 in Washington, DC, Sonny is survived by his daughters, Diane Cave of Davidsonville and Jean Teetsell (Dale) of Davidsonville, grandson Michael Staples, Jr. (Katy), granddaughter Raquel Cave and great-granddaughter Kinlee Staples.   He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Carol Cave, his son, Hubert L. (Butch) Cave, III, and his daughter Nancy Basham.  

Sonny grew up in Washington, DC, and attended Western High School.  He served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the District of Columbia Police Department.  Following his retirement from the police department, he moved to Anne Arundel County and worked for the Annapolis Housing Authority.   Sonny will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather and as an avid fan of thoroughbred horse racing, the Washington Nationals, and Washington Redskins. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Sonny's life on Friday, January 10, 2025, from 2 pm until 4 pm and from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD 21035. The interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place • Memphis, TN 38105, or online <a Href="https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?frequency_selected=0&dedication=1&sc_dcm=58700008795904289&sc_cid=kwp&sc_cat=b&&&&&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAj9m7BhD1ARIsANsIIvCzvvb_24T-oMKA_A8AuOdBZ-zwMVaj399WYDVUUA9WdoWHK20M4osaAvSeEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds">HERE</a>

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Annie May Pugh was born on October 13, 1922 to the iate Deacon Johnnie and Mrs. Bessie Pugh in Boykins, Virginia. Annie was predeceased by her brothers, Robert, Linwood and George; and her sisters, Rosa May Everett, Fannie Lee Thomas, and Frances Barnes. Annie attended Rising Star School in Branchville, Virginia.

Henry Clayton Kee, of Southampton County, Virginia, was Annie's first husband. They relocated to Washington, D.C. shortly thereafter. They had a daughter, Mary Elizabeth, in Washington, D.C. Henry Kee preceded Annie in death.

Annie enjoyed playing soft ball with her family and friends. She had a great love for house plants and they flourished in her home. Annie also had a flair for fashion. Her natural fashion sense was evidenced by her ability to coordinate ensembles not only for herself but for others as well.

Annie career was almost exclusively in sales, which fitted well with her personality because of her ease and friendliness with all types of people. She served as a sales person until her retirement.

Annie met her future husband Arthur F. Bates and they were married in 1980. She became a member of the Queens organization of the Knights of Columbus, St, Pius X Council and served as their Historian in 1993. Arthur Bates preceded Annie in death in January 2011. "Step-daughter, Lorraine Bates Akins, also preceded Annie in death in 2024.

Annie leaves behind her daughter Mary Elizabeth Kee, Step-son Arthur Anthony (Tony) Bates, Step-daughter Carol Bates-Morris, Sisters Ruth Claud-Thomas and Doris Mildred Marshall, Niece Earnell Patricia Keels, Step grandchildren Joy Aikins and Arthur Anthony Bates, Jr., and a host of nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. 


Relatives and friends are invited to Mrs. Bates' Life Celebration on Monday, January 13, 2025 from 10 a.m. until the start of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave., S.E., Washington, DC 20020. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 


Joyce E. Patterson-Lee, 67, a 22 year resident of Edgewater and previously of Bridgeton, NJ, died January 2, 2025.  Born in Fort Belvoir, VA on February 21, 1957 to the late Francis and Keturah Patterson, Joyce was a homemaker and member of Chesapeake Christian Fellowship.  In her spare time, she enjoyed bowling and knitting.

Joyce is survived by her son, Loren Lee of Edgewater; her sister, Elizabeth Mints of Edgewater and her brother, David Patterson of Denver, CO.

Family and friends are invited to Joyce’s funeral on Wednesday, January 8 at 12 noon at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.


Don Sheree Bryant Spear, daughter of the late Master Gunnery Sgt. William F. Bryant, Sr., USMC (retired) and the late Blossom Leona Dean Bryant, was born on August 9th, 1954, in Camp Lejeune, NC.  She departed this life on the afternoon of January 2, 2025, at the age of 70. She confessed Christ at an early age. Sheree lived a wonderful active childhood growing up with her two parents and an older brother. Sheree loved animals and after several years of begging by her and her brother, her parents finally relented, and the family got a cocker spaniel puppy which she named Jinx. She and her brother would spend hours playing with Jinx and she would often share her food with Jinx.

She attended John H. Russell elementary school where she entered an essay contest sponsored by the ‘Daughters of the American Revolution’ and won an honorable mention and a trip to the DAR in Washington DC along with other students who had won awards. During this time, she developed a love of the performing arts. Her mother nurtured this interest by enrolling her in ballet, tap dancing, modern dance, and acrobatics. She would amaze the family with her remarkable flexibility. She could walk on her hands while simultaneously putting both feet behind her head. She enjoyed being before an audience and joined the drama club in junior high where she danced and sang in the school
production of the musical Oklahoma entertaining friends and family.

As a child, Sheree was always fascinated with exotic foreign lands, and she would fantasize about visiting such places. Her mother once told her that when she was just three years old, she actually passed through Juarez, Mexico when the family drove from Los Angeles to Quantico, VA after her father was transferred by the Marine Corps to a new duty station. After hearing what was to her very exciting news, Sheree insisted that she no longer wanted to be born in South Carolina, but preferred to be born in Mexico, and for a long time after that, when anyone asked, she would tell them that she was born in Mexico.

She began studying Spanish in elementary school. She took her Spanish lessons very seriously and chose to continue throughout junior high and high school, where she joined the Spanish club and enjoyed speaking Spanish with other club members, studying various Spanish speaking cultures and taking field trips to Spanish restaurants.

She would also read a Spanish cartoon strip in the newspaper whenever she could. Her post high school desire was to be an interpreter with the U.S. State Department.

In July 1972, while working as a Student at the Dining Facility on Bolling AFB, DC she saw and met a young Airman Bobby J Spear. One evening while she and some friends were at the Base Pool, she was pushed into the water. She left the pool soaking wet, where Airmen Spear aided her with a towel and protection. This began a near Fifty years romance and 47 years of marriage. Sheree and Bobby married on October 15, 1977.
She came close to her dream of being employed by the U.S. State Department. She obtained a job with Voice of America. At a brief time, she later worked at the U.S State Department until she decided to become a full-time mom.

Sheree was a graduate of Ballou High School in Washington DC, she attended Federal City College and Chesapeake Business Institute. When her daughter was born, she decided to become a full-time mother and stay-at-home spouse. She loved cooking, shopping, and spending time with her mother on various shopping trips or just to hang out with most
every day Sheree was a quite person who love to dance with Bobby and try different recipes she had seen in the many cookbooks. She is preceded in death by her parents Master Gunnery Sergeant William F. Bryant USMC (retired) and Mrs. Blossom Leona Dean Bryant. Father-in-Law Bemus Spear and Mother-in-Law Mrs. Linnie B Spear, Brother-in-Laws Freddie Spears, and David L (Deborah) Spear, Sister-in-Law Dorthy Williams. Nieces Regina Spear and Amy Williams.

She is survived by her husband Bobby J Spear, Daughter Blair Shaene’ Spear, Deontae J Simms, her Grandsons Bryant J. Simms and Dylan J Simms, Step-son Donald J Henry III, Brother William F. (Anabelle Rone) Bryant II, Brother-in-Law(s) Bemus (Janice) Spear, Johnny W. (Alice) Spears, Sister-in-laws Carollyn Spear Holman, Agnes Gaynell Spear,
Lynda G. (Larry W) Spear Ball Deborah (David) Spear special nephew William F. (Fatima Quander) Bryant III. A host of Nephews, Nieces, and cousins.


Family and friends are invited to celebrate Don's Life Celebration on Monday, February 10 from 10-11 AM at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY: 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. A memorial service will begin at 11 A.M. Inurnment will take place at 2:30 P.M. at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery: 11301 Robert S. Crain Highway Cheltenham, MD. 

Stanley Thomas Krawczewicz (Stash) died peacefully in his sleep on December 31, 2024, less than two weeks after his 96th birthday. Stanley was born in Braddock, PA, to Julian Krawczewicz and Victoria Malinowska, who immigrated from Poland in 1910 and 1911, respectively. He was the second youngest of eight predeceased siblings (Sophie, Helen, Jane, Edward, Stella, Cecelia, and Eugene). 

He lived a wonderful life, steadfastly focused on his large family and lifelong friends. As a teenager, Stanley was the “Prez” of seventeen friends (Club 17). The club headquarters was in an alley behind the rowhouses where the Krawczewiczs live. The Club 17 members remained lifelong friends of Stanley and his family. They traveled and explored the east coast in several junky Model A’s that Stanley somehow got running. They formed close bonds and they took care of each other. 

Stanley was drafted into the Korean War and served over 12 tough months five miles from the DMZ. After returning from the war, Stanley went to the University of Pittsburg and graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering under the G.I. bill. He was the first in his family to earn a college degree. Shortly after graduating, Stanley married Dolores Lewandowski from McKeesport, PA, in 1957. 

Stash and his beloved wife Dolores moved to Washington, D.C., for a job at the U.S. Patent Office. They had four children: Louanne (Matt) Myers,  Mark (Lynn), Thomas (Chris), and William (Mary). The essence of Stanley is he was both an engineer and an artist. He could fix or build anything and solve problems with resiliency and grit. Every room of his home was filled with music. He also felt compelled to help people who faced injustice. He passionately raised his children to do the same. The family blossomed for the next 27 years until the untimely passing of his beloved wife, Dolores, in 1984. Stanley retired from the Patent Office two years later as a Patent Judge.

Stanley handled this great sorrow with incredible grace, strength, and determination. 
Dolores’s mother (Julia Lewandowski) lived with Stanley for the next 13 years to help the family. He immersed himself in his family, and not surprisingly, a little of his silly yet funny humor began to shine through.

Stanley is survived by nine grandchildren:  Jill  (Ryan) Thompson, Manteo, NC; Thomas Krawczewicz (Danielle) Thompson, PA; Nicole Krawczewicz, Seattle, Washington; Brendan Krawczewicz Charleston, SC; Ryan Krawczewicz Lake Tahoe, NV, Kira Myers Baltimore MD,  Christopher Myers Arlington VA, Michelle Moseley Baltimore MD and Jay Moseley (Kristen) Leesburg VA and Dolores Krawczewicz Severna Park, MD. Stanley is also survived by two (2) great-grandchildren, Ellidy Thompson Manteo, NC, and Lydia Moseley Leesburg, VA. His most commendable accomplishment in life was his family and friends.

At age 74, Stash was blessed to meet the second love of his life, Dolores Kopchak, Linden, NJ. For the next 22 years, Dolores and Stash’s partnership brought great joy to them and their families. The magical place they shared together was a cabin (never quite finished but a team project) in northeast Pennsylvania. Dolores’s family loved Stash as one of their own, as he loved them, too. 

Services will be held at St. Mathias Catholic Church in Lanham, MD, on Saturday, January 18, at 10:30 a.m. A viewing will be held from 9:30 until 10:30 at the Church prior to the Mass. Burial will be on Monday, January 20, at St. Mary’s Polish Cemetery in McKeesport, PA. 

In lieu of flowers, please remember his character by helping a family member, a friend, or a complete stranger who is in need -  Pay it Forward.

Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Robert Herkert, April 29, 1926 – December 31, 2024

Robert Francis Herkert, known as Bob by family and friends, of Palm Coast, FL and Edgewater, MD, was the son of Marie Antoinette “Toni” (nee Rauch) and Henry “Harry” Francis Herkert.  He was born and raised in the Brookline neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.  

Bob graduated Connelley High School in Pittsburgh, PA in 1944.  Upon completion of his graduation requirements, Bob enlisted in the US Navy and served in World War II.  His mother accepted his diploma in his absence.  Bob served on a lengthy deployment on the destroyer USS Larson in the Pacific before discharge after the end of WWII.  After discharge, he returned to Pittsburgh where he worked as a carpenter for his grandfather at the Peter Rauch Building Company and enjoyed playing piano at local clubs and dance halls.  In 1950, Bob was recalled into the Navy to serve in the Korean War.  During his tour in Korea, Bob was recruited into the Armed Forces Security Agency (AFSA), the predecessor to the National Security Agency (NSA).  Bob completed studies at The George Washington University in Washington, DC and had a distinguished career in national security and intelligence until his retirement.  

Bob married Mary Eleanor Suit from Birdsville, MD in 1960.  With his wife, they raised their children in Kailua, HI and Birdsville, MD and, upon retirement, Bob and Mary moved to Palm Coast, FL.  Bob enjoyed music, carpentry and woodworking, gardening, reading and genealogy research.  He was an avid traveler and life-long fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers.  Bob was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, and cherished time with his family and friends. 

In addition to his parents and brother, William “Bill” Austin Herkert, Bob was predeceased by his loving wife of over 60 years, Mary Eleanor Suit Herkert, and their eldest child, Gregory “Greg” William Herkert.  He is survived by children, Pamela Ann, Robert Edgar, Mary Frances “Francie” and her husband Keith; his grandchildren Sarah Christine and her partner Matt, Heather Lynn and her husband Jason, and Robert Lorenzo; and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Our Lady of Sorrows Roman Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Rd, West River, MD on March 21, 2025 at 11:00 am.  Visitation will begin at 10:00 am. Interment to follow Mass at Our Lady of Sorrows’ Cemetery. 

Robert Lee Borenstein, 54, of Annapolis, MD, died at his home on Monday, December 30, 2024. Born in Baltimore City, MD on November 25, 1970, he attended Loyola College of Maryland and worked as an accountant. Robert is survived by his mother, Shelley Kartman Sarsfield of North East, MD and Lewes, DE; and two siblings, Jonathan Leiberman of Connecticut and Jennifer Howard of Westminster, MD. Service and interment are private. Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

All services for Mr. Lee will be private at this time. We will update this page when services have been confirmed.

A complete obituary will be available soon. Please take a moment and leave a condolence for the family by using the memories tab on this page.

Ray Scott Sullivan, 76, a lifetime resident of Harwood, MD, died on December 29, 2024 in Edgewater, MD.

Known to family and friends as "Pigpen," he was born March 28, 1948, in Fredericksburg, VA, to the late Margaret and Roy "Peanut" Sullivan. Following Ray's graduation from Annapolis High School in 1967, he served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He then worked as a self-employed truck driver for most of his life. Ray enjoyed watching Westerns, going to tractor pulls, talking with old friends (and making new ones), and spending time with his loved ones.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Linda Gore Sullivan; a son, Vincent Sullivan and his wife, Alicia of Owings, MD; two siblings, Preston Sullivan of Texas and Gale DiPaula of Florida; and three grandchildren, Dominic Navarro, and Liam and Elizabeth Sullivan.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Ray's life on Monday, January 13, from 5 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD, where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 14 at 11 am. Interment will follow the service at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville at 1 pm. Online condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Children's Hospitals Boumi Transportation Fund (via mail: 5050 King Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21237 or online <a href="https://www.boumishriners.org/donate-1">here</a>).

Ver “Nellie” Cunningham, 89, a 36-year resident of Riva, MD and previously of NC passed away on December 27, 2024 after a 5-year battle with Alzheimer’s.

Born on April 7, 1935 in Graham, NC to the late William Troy Waldroup and Neta Ethel Stewart, Nellie enjoyed her careers in life as a salesperson for Hecht Company and as a homemaker for her family. Nellie enjoyed doing yard work and gardening, cooking, and taking care of her husband and family.

In addition to her parents, Nellie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 36 years, Robert Edward Cunningham, and her siblings, Philip Waldroup, Mildred Smith, Cora Clark, and Alta Pitcox.

She is survived by her step-sons, John Cunningham of Edgewater, MD, Robert Cunningham of Bethany Beach, DE, and Chris Cunningham of Edgewater, MD, and her step-daughter, Theresa Lane of Bowie, MD.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 11:30 am at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD.

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Robert Gustav Baumann “Bob”, 98, of Sarasota, FL and Annapolis, MD died on Thursday, December 26 in Annapolis. Born on February 27, 1926, in Ritchie, MD to the late Francis Joseph and Juliana Kachele Baumann, Bob earned a BS degree in Commerce from the University of North Carolina and a Master’s degree in Accounting from George Washington University. He served in the US Navy from 1944 to 1947 and in the Navy Reserves from 1952 to 1954. Bob enjoyed a lengthy career as a CPA and financial executive with John I. Thompson Co., Health Education and Welfare (HEW), Potomac Research, Inc (PRI) and Electronic Data Systems (EDS). He was a parishioner of St. Mary’s Parish and St. John Neumann Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Bob was a beloved, kind, and generous husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. In his spare time, Bob enjoyed gardening, softball, bridge and bowling; but his greatest joy was having his family together. Bob is survived by his wife of 72 years, Patricia Baumann; his children, Mary Frazier (Mike) of Raleigh, NC,  Joseph Baumann (Diane) of Derwood, MD, Susan Houser (Bob) of Manassas, VA, Barbara Crosby (Ray) and Richard Baumann (Camille), both of Annapolis, MD, Robert Baumann (Tiffany) of Sonoma, CA and Patricia Vera (Ruben, deceased) of Virginia Beach, VA; his grandchildren, Christopher, Jennifer, Daniel, Terri, Eric, Patrick, Garrett, Ray, Michael, Robert “Mack”, Cara, Jack, Matthew, Richard, Juliana, Andrew, and Charlotte; and his great-grandchildren, Hazel, Heidi, Luke, Meadow and Titus. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Frank and Charles Baumann, Dorothy Tate and Julia Gildner.  

Friends are invited to celebrate Bob’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, January 3 from 4 to 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD on Saturday, January 4 at 10:30 am. Interment will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Covenant House (via mail: 460 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036 or online <a href="https://www.covenanthouse.org/5x-impact?sourceid=2504107&origin=DHQEI2506DT6AL&utm_source=2412fy25yearendmatchgal&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=FY25FY25YearEndMatch&utm_content=CHI2412fy25yearendmatchga&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAg8S7BhATEiwAO2-R6mH29O4k_M5eEkcvQ3c7AA7Fi7VgKMAuXkuvcGxw12lEf304ITrFixoCn9QQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds">here</a>).

Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

     UPDATE: Rosalie's Mass & Burial has been rescheduled for MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2025 at 10AM at St. Mary's Piscataway Catholic Church. INTERMENT St. Mary's Piscataway Catholic Church Cemetery.

Rosalie Ellen Merry, 86, of Accokeek, Maryland, departed this life Christmas morning, December 25, 2024.  She was a generous and giving Churchgoer, who repeatedly showed compassion and consideration for others.  A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

     Born in Lowville, New York on March 15, 1938 to George Carlston and Minnie Pauline Prame, Rosalie, or “Rodie”, was one of ten children, having 2 brothers and 7 sisters, being survived by her sister, Judy Mae Adams.

     On April 4, 1959, Rosalie married the love of her life, Gary Sherman Merry.  From that day forward, the two were rarely apart.  They moved from upstate New York to Indian Head, Maryland where Gary worked as an Engineer and Rodie began her life as a homemaker.  She enjoyed various activities, including crocheting, reading, working on jigsaw and crossword puzzles, and bowling.  She began bowling while in New York with her sister, Bette, and then joined a mixed league with her husband, Gary, after they moved to Maryland.  They won a number of championship trophies together.  She enjoyed music and dancing, but Polka music always brought a smile to her face.  There was always time to “Roll out the Barrel”.

     Family meant everything to Rodie.  As a teenager, she left school early to get a job and help support her parents and siblings.  Later, in Maryland, she became the Matriarch of the Merry family, a Lioness, never afraid to protect and defend her cubs.  And although she did not complete her schooling, she was always there to help her kids with homework, book reports, science fair projects or Cub Scout displays.

     In addition to her sister Judy, Rosalie is survived by her husband of 65 years, Gary Merry, daughter Karen Orsinger (husband Robert), son James Merry (wife Wendy), daughter Lisa Simpson, and daughter Tracy Madden.  She had 7 grandchildren and is survived by each of them: fraternal twins, Tiffany and Scott Madden (wife Megan), Michael Simpson, Patrick Orsinger (wife Julie), David Orsinger, Brandon Simpson (wife Stephanie), and Kathleen (Katie) Roberts (husband Brent).  Nine great-grandchildren also survived Rosalie: Caleb, Ayden, Alayna, Sophia, Emilia, Eli, Connell, Ella, and Ethan.

     Friends and family are invited to celebrate Rosalie’s life on Sunday, January 5, 2025, from 2 to 4 PM at Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Piscataway, 13405 Piscataway Rd., Clinton MD 20735 at 10 AM on Monday, January 13, 2025. Interment St. Mary's Piscataway Church Cemetery.

Donations to the following organizations are welcome:

Hospice of the Chesapeake
American Cancer Society
Alzheimer’s Association















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