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Esther Erestain Contreras, 63, was tragically struck by a vehicle in Rockville, MD on December 6, 2016. She fought valiantly but ultimately succumbed to the injuries on December 8, 2016. Even in her last moments her ever-giving love was able to save other lives, as she was able to donate her organs.
Esther was born on August 20, 1953 in the Philippines and later moved to Maryland with her husband, Meynardo Contreras, and son, John Contreras. While in Maryland Esther and Meynardo had a daughter, Jhoann Contreras.  Esther was also survived by daughter-in-law, Kristina Ramos Contreras, and granddaughters, Katherine Contreras and Julianna Contreras. 
Esther was a true servant of God. Her love for her faith, family, and friends will be greatly missed.

Relatives and friends are invited to Esther's Celebration of Life at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Thursday and Friday, December 15 and 16 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, December 1 7, 2016 at 10:30  a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment St. Mary's of Piscataway Catholic Church Cemetery. 




On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 of Fort Washington, MD. Loving mother of Karen (Joel) Acree, George (Lora) Wright, Jr., and Angela (Benjamin) Baker. She is also survived by her sister, Helen Brake and brother, Gurtha Gilchrist, Jr.; five grandchildren, Cornell, George III, Christopher, Toni and Brandon; one sister-in-law, one brother-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Clara's Celebration of Life on Monday, December 12  from 10 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. with the service starting at 11 a.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 2200 Iverson St., Hillcrest Heights, MD. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

Friends are invited to celebrate Deborah's life on Monday, December 12 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where her funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 13 at 9 am. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. Please leave a memory of Deborah by visiting the link on this page.

Kim DiGiovanni Aluisi, a noted Annapolis lawyer known for her love of family, friends, and celebrations, lost her ferocious 18-month battle against pancreatic cancer on Monday, December 5, peacefully in her home. She was 56. Kim’s life revolved around putting others first.  She instantly built connections with people, welcoming them into her Monticello Drive home. During her holiday celebrations, she always included neighbors, extended family, and longtime friends. Kim graduated from Elizabeth Seton High School, University of Maryland, and University of Baltimore School of Law.  Well known for her work in family law, she was also named by The Daily Record as one of the Top 100 Women in Maryland Business 2016.  She leaves behind her beloved husband, retired Prince George’s County Sheriff James V. Aluisi; her son, Prince George’s County Police Detective Frank DiGiovanni; daughter-in-law, Georgetown Law student, Shaina Vinayek; mother, Frances E. DeLargo; sister, Laura Priolo; brother, Anthony Dawson, nieces, and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Wednesday, December 14, at 11:00 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Annapolis Lighthouse Shelter (www.annapolislighthouse.org) or Hospice of the Chesapeake (www.hospicechesapeake.org). Online condolences may be made by visiting the link on this page.

On Sunday, December 4, 2016; the beloved husband of Veronica Sanchez Soriano. Friends may call at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Sunday, December 11 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, December 12, 2016 at 11 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment in the Philippines at a later date.

Thomas G. Dugan, 79, of Annapolis, MD and formerly of Laurel, MD, peacefully passed away due to complications from heart surgery on Sunday, December 4 with his family at his side.

Born in New York City, Tom attended St. John’s University in New York and spent most of his career as a financial advisor with Legg Mason. He enjoyed golfing, the beach, carving decoys, travelling (especially to Ireland), performing his magic tricks and surrounding himself with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary M. Dugan; son, Tommy Dugan, and brother, Stephen Dugan.

Tom is survived by his wife, Judge Theresa A. Nolan; his brother, John Dugan; his children, Marybeth (Mark), Kerry and Michael (Lori) Dugan; his grandchildren, Tully, Tripp and Arley and countless cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. He is also survived by his wife’s 11 children, 29 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.

Friends are invited to celebrate Tom's life on Friday, December 9 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Saturday, December 10 at 11:00 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD.  Charitable contributions, in memory of Tommy Dugan, may be made to the ARC of Prince George’s County, 1401 McCormick Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774.

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On Sunday, December 4, 2016; the beloved wife of CPO Cresencio Fortin, USN(Ret.); mother of Rafael G. Fortin, Eterna G. Oehme and Joan C. Fortin; grandmother of Valerie Grimes, Madonna Fortin and Christopher Fortin, Martina and Gabrielle Fortin. She is also survived by two great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Evangelina's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, MD on Monday, January 23, 2017 from 6 to 8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 12 noon at  St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD.  Interment Arlington National Cemetery on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 3 p.m. Please meet at the Administration Building at 2:15 p.m.


Family and friends are invited to celebrate Daniel's life on Wednesday, December 7, 2017 at 9:00am, at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. Interment will follow at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD.

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Joann Dorothy Ryan, 77, of Severna Park and previously of Davidsonville passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2016 from complications of a stroke. Joann was born in Washington, DC on September 14, 1939 to the late George and Dorothy Webster. She was a 1957 graduate of Notre Dame Academy and a 1960 graduate of St. Agnes School of Nursing. In addition to being a mom, Joann was a registered nurse, who worked for Shady Side Medical Associates under Dr. William P. Jones and Dr. Harvey Steinfeld. She enjoyed crafts, bingo, solitaire, and sewing.  

In addition to her parents, Joann was preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Ryan of 44 years in 2005, and a daughter, Kathleen Ryan.  

Joann is survived by four children, Patrick Ryan of Baltimore, Sean Ryan of Annapolis, Shannon Leonard of Red Lion, PA, and Heather-Ann Tydings of Davidsonville; five grandchildren, Andrew, Frankie, Alli, Brandon, and Katie; and a brother,  George Webster. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Joann's life on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 8, at 11 am at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD. Condolence and tributes may be left by clicking on the link on this page.

Genevieve D. Horan, "Jean," a 35-year resident of Edgewater, MD, died on Friday, December 2, 2016, in Severna Park, MD.  She was 85.
 
Born March 22, 1931, to the late James and Hilda Divver, she graduated from Eastern High School in Washington, DC.  Jean started her career with the federal government at the Department of Education before managing her husband's plumbing and heating business for over 30 years.  Jean enjoyed reading, bowling, politics and movies.  She also loved spending time with her daughter, Kim. Jean will always be remembered as a tough Irish woman.
 
Her husband of 56 years, James F. Horan preceded her in death in 2006.
 
Jean is survived by five daughters, Kim Horan of Crozet, VA, Kathy Rhodes of Edgewater, MD, Debra Horan-Sholl of Davidsonville, MD, Jeani Kerley of Delmar, MD and Linda Ott of Cocoa Beach, FL;  and four grandchildren, Chris Sholl of Davidsonville, MD, Sarah Ott of Bethesda, MD, Anna Ott of Monterey, CA and Allie Sholl, world traveler . She is also survived by 4 sons-in-law, Bill Rhodes, Wyatt Kerley, Dave Sholl and Wes Ott.
 
Family and friends will gather to celebrated her life at a later date.  

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Innisfree Village, 5505 Walnut Level Rd., Crozet, VA 22932.  An online guestbook is available at www.KalasFuneralHomes.com

Edward P. “Ed” Lakitsky, 88, a 40-year resident of Davidsonville, MD and previously of Brookhaven, PA, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2016 at Anne Arundel Medical Center.  Born on May 10, 1928 in Freeland, PA, Ed served in the U.S. Army and was a Korean War veteran.  He graduated from MMI Preparatory School in Freeland and Penn State’s Forestry School before receiving his Master’s Degree from Drexel University.  Ed began his career at General Electric, then transferred to Westinghouse and later to the U.S. Department of the Navy where completed a 33-year career as a Naval Architect for the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).  Ed was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, the American Legion, Toastmasters International, NAVSEA’s Fishing Club and the Ruritan Club in Davidsonville.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, auto refurbishing and gardening.  
Ed is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Jean Lakitsky; one son, Edward Lakitsky of Davidsonville and one daughter, Andrea Lakitsky of Edgewater; two granddaughters and several nieces and nephews.  
Friends are invited to celebrate Ed’s life with his family on Tuesday, December 13 from 10:00 a.m. until a Memorial Mass is offered at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035.  Inurnment will be at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Family Catholic Church.  On-line condolences and tributes may be offered by accessing the link in the left column of this page.


On Friday, December 2, 2016; the beloved mother of Madisha Maxwell and Santiago Maxwell. A Memorial Gathering will be held at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Saturday, December 10 from 2 p.m. until time of the Memorial Service at 3 p.m. Interment at a later date. 

Jeremy Lee Ripple, 24, of Lothian and previously of Edgewater passed away on December 1, 2016 at his home. Jeremy was born in Annapolis, MD on August 25, 1992 to Gary and Debbie Ripple. He was a graduate of South River High School and went on to become a mechanic and installer of HVAC systems.  His pride and joy was his young daughter, Kali, whom he enjoyed spending time with. Jeremy also enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting, four wheeling, walking his Rottweiler, Dixie, and spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his parents, Gary and Debbie Ripple and his daughter, Kali, Jeremy is also survived by his brothers; Michael (Anna)Welch, Jr. of California, MD, and Jason (Jennifer) Welch of Shady Side, MD; a nephew, Landen Welch; four nieces, Madelyn, Gracelyn, Emily and Jordyn Welch; the mother of his daughter,  Jessica Dillion as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 from 11 am until Jeremy's memorial service begins at 12 pm at Galesville United Methodist Church, 485 Church Lane, Galesville, MD 20765. 

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William Allen White, Jr. died on November 29, 2016 in Annapolis, MD. He had just celebrated his 90th birthday with friends and family in September. Born on September 29, 1926 in Washington, DC to the late William Allen White, Sr. and Mary Agnes Beckett White, William graduated from Anacostia High School and attended college in Florida prior to serving in the United States Army. 
Upon returning to the States, he began working at Doctor’s Hospital where he met Dorothy Ann Smith, a registered nurse. They married and raised their family of six children in Prince George’s County, MD. 
He was proud and spoke fondly of his lifetime career with the Local 99 Union of Operating Engineers. His passion for fishing and crabbing lead him to retire in Bozman, MD where he enjoyed the peacefulness of water views from his porch. Many will remember his special culinary skills, as he enjoyed baking cheesecakes and making eggnog for the holidays. William was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Washington Capitals, Washington Nationals, Baltimore Orioles, Green Bay Packers and Washington Redskins.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy A. White and his son in law, Joseph Rubenstahl. William is survived by his children, Chaz ( Kelly) White, Jim (Kathy) White, Marjean (Ray) Cefaratti, Jo Ann Rubenstahl, Gail Romine, and Kyle (Terry) White; his grandchildren, Chris (Lindi) Romine, Jenni (Joe) Manson, Allen (Crystal) Romine, Jim Cefaratti, Calvin White, Rick Cefaratti, Jessica, John Kyle and Ryan White, Diane Cefaratti, Tyler White, Chad Knodle, Krystal, Kayla and Karley White and his great grandchildren, Peyton and Jackson Romine, Lucas and Wyatt Manson. 
Friends are invited to celebrate William's life on Thursday, December 1 from 4 to 7pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home,  2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater MD.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, December 2 at 11:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena MD 21122. Online condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

Jason D. Jablonski “JJ, Jabs, Bean, Jabber”, 21, of Orchard Park, NY, died on November 27, 2016 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD due to complications related to leukemia. Born on July 18, 1995 in Amherst, NY, to Joseph F. Jablonski, IV and Lori M. Walek Jablonski, Jason was a graduate of St. Francis High School in Athol Springs, NY. He was currently a Midshipman 1/C at the United States Naval Academy where his assigned service selection was to Naval Aviation (Pilot), his first choice. Jason was a member of the Navy Men’s Ice Hockey Team (2016-17 assistant captain), the Knights of Columbus USNA Commodore Barry Council and Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church in Orchard Park. He enjoyed travelling the world, flying and watching planes and participating in and attending sporting events, especially soccer and hockey. He was an avid fan of the Buffalo Sabres, Buffalo Bills, Tottenham Hotspur, the U.S. Men’s National Soccer team, Navy Hockey, Navy Football and the New York Yankees. In addition to his parents, Jason is survived by his sisters, Janelle L. and Casey J. Jablonski; his devoted girlfriend, Elizabeth Pecsok; his grandparents, Dominica Bondi Walek, Margaret and Joseph F. Jablonski, III and the members of the Navy Men’s Ice Hockey Team and the Brigade of Midshipmen. Friends are invited to celebrate Jason’s life on Tuesday, December 6 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD and on Wednesday, December 7 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm at the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 1:00 pm. Interment will follow at the U.S. Naval Academy Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 7 at 4:00 pm at St. Francis High School in Athol Springs, NY. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Jablonski Family Trust Fund, c/o Memorial Affairs Coordinator, 101 Cooper Rd., USNA, Annapolis, MD 21402 with checks made out to, Lori Jablonski. Condolences may be made by clicking the tab on this page.

Thomas Ketner  Zevely Jr., "Buddy," a 38-year resident of Edgewater, MD and formerly of College Park, MD passed away peacefully on his 78th birthday, on Saturday, November 26, 2016.

He was born on November 26, 1938, in Washington DC to the late Thomas K. and Edna G. Zevely.  Buddy was a graduate of McKinley Technical High School, and later attended The University of Maryland and Capitol Radio Engineering Institute.  Buddy was formerly employed at NASA and was co-owner of his family business, working alongside his father, at Campbell Sand Co.  Buddy's interests include flying, boating,  cars, fishing, and traveling.

Buddy is survived by his former wives Barbara Bunch and  Anne Zevely Russ;  a son, Michael Zevely and his wife, Mary of Harwood; two grandchildren, Anthony and Kristin Zevely;  two sisters, Mary Ann Powell of Fredrick, MD and the late Jean Baden.

Interment and services are private. 

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Maj. John A. Costigan, Jr., USA (Ret.)

On November 25, 2016, surrounded by family, John died peacefully at his Annapolis home after a brave battle with brain cancer.

Beloved husband of the late Cheryl (Duncan) and the late Joan (Manion); father of John III, Joseph, and Janet; step-father to Lynn, Michael, and Joseph Deavers; grandfather to Eli and Vera, Cora Getz, and Saleena Titus; son of the late John Sr. and the late Helen (Cwikla); brother to Barbara Runkle and Eileen Grafenstine; father-in-law to Noah Getz, Kristin (Von Kundra), Tina (Romo-Leroux), and Chris Walker.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, where he was known as Jack in childhood, he graduated from the University of Scranton (B.S.) and from the University of Southern California (M.S.). An avid runner and athlete, he completed numerous marathons and ultra-marathons, as well as the grueling Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon. He enjoyed golfing, traveling, and doting on his family.

He served his country as a Ranger-qualified Infantry officer in the US Army for 20 years before retiring at the rank of Major.  He was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal by President Clinton on April 18, 1994.  The values instilled in him by his service will live on through his children.

John was generous, brave, as strong and tough as they come, and a true gentleman. He will be deeply missed and forever loved.

Friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomon Island Rd, Edgewater, MD, near Annapolis, MD, at noon on Saturday, December 3rd, for a viewing, followed by a service at 1pm.  He will be interred in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date in a private ceremony.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lead The Way Fund, P.O. Box 281, Manhasset, NY 11030.

Funeral service for Georgia will take place in Tom's River, New Jersey. We will update when services are confirmed.

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Ronald A. Hurley, Jr.

Ronald A. Hurley, Jr., “Ronnie”,70, a resident of Atlanta, GA and previously of Annapolis, MD, passed away on November 24, 2016 after a four month battle with cancer. Born on July 4, 1946 in Washington, D.C. to Elizabeth Hurley and the late Ronald Hurley, Sr., Ronnie was a graduate of the University of Maryland. He served his country for six years in the US Navy as a Naval Aviator and graduated flight school from the Naval Air Station at Pensacola, FL. He later worked for and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Annapolis. Ronnie’s interests included cars, The Beach Boys, Disneyland and he was a devoted son to his mother, Elizabeth C. Hurley of Annapolis. In addition to his mother, Ronnie is survived by two brothers, Michael P. Hurley of Silver Spring, MD and John C. Hurley of Hawaii.
Friends and family are invited to celebrate Ronnie’s life on Thursday, December 1 from 11am to 12pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A funeral service will begin at 12pm. Interment will follow at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept 142, Memphis TN, 38101-9908, the American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 300, Greenbelt, MD, 20770 or to the Emory Winship Cancer Institute, 1762 Clifton Road, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30322. Online condolences may be made at www.kalasfuneral homes.com


On Wednesday, November 23, 2016 in Wilkes Barre, PA. Relatives and friends are invited to Gordon's Celebration of Life on Monday, December 5, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. until time of services at 9 a.m. at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 6634 St. Barnabas Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. 

On Monday, November 21, 2016; the beloved husband of Katherine K. Graham; father of Rev. Dr. Walter D. Graham III ( Noemi), David J. Graham, Sr. and Daniel T. Graham and the late Samuel R. Graham (Joni); brother-in-law of Robert E. Kendrick. Jr.; also survived by 16 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  Friends may call at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Friday, November 25 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday, November 26 at Capitol Hill United Methodist Church, 421 Seward Square, S.E., Washington, DC 20003 from 12 p.m. until time of services at 1 p.m.. Interment Congressional Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. 

On Monday, November 21, 2016. Friends may call at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Thursday, December 1 from 1 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, December 2, 2016 at 10 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery of Piscataway. 

Obituaries

Esther Contreras

Clara Wright

Deborah Clements

Kim Aluisi

Nelson Soriano

Thomas Dugan

Evangelina Fortin

Rita Murphy

Daniel Arndt

Joann Ryan

Genevieve Horan

Edward Lakitsky

Sandra Maxwell

John Kennedy

Jeremy Ripple

William White, Jr.

Jason Jablonski

Thomas Zevely

John Costigan

Georgia Sacclaris

Ronald Hurley

Gordon Whitsitt

Walter Graham

Aurora Parani