Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

John Howard Vermillion, 67, of Gambrills, MD, died suddenly on Monday, January 4, 2016. He was born on August 26, 1948 in Washington, DC to the late John Frank and Thelma Bessie Vermillion. John graduated from La Salle University in Philadelphia, PA in 1970 with a degree in Business Administration. He was the Controller at BGC/Gardiner&Gardiner Construction Company for 34 years and loved his job. During his free time, John enjoyed playing the slot machines, particularly at Harrington Raceway and Casino in Harrington, DE. He was an avid Redskins fan, who had a good sense of humor and enjoyed listening to doo wop music. If you knew John, you knew he relished smoking his pipe and spending time with his family; he was a family man first and foremost. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Kathleen Vermillion; one son, Andrew (Laura) Vermillion of Bartow, FL;, one daughter, Julie (David) Matthews of Chesapeake, VA; three grandchildren, Colin and Emily Matthews and Sophie Vermillion; and one sister, Joan Fatula of Bryantown, MD. There will be a memorial gathering at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, January 8 from 5 to 8pm. Online guestbook available at: www.KalasFuneralHomes.com

Warren Maclane “Mac” Spicknall, Sr., 95, a resident of Riva, MD for 68 years, passed away at his home on January 4, 2016 surrounded by his family. Born on March 27, 1920 in Birdsville, MD to the late William and Elizabeth Spicknall, Mac served in U.S. Army during World War II in Mideast Asia as a Tech Sergeant with the 711th Combat Engineers. He made a career in the construction industry and retired from John Driggs Construction Company in 1986. Mac enjoyed hunting, gardening, auto repair, bird watching and fishing. Mac was preceded in death by three brothers, W. Franklin Spicknall, Henry Eugene Spicknall and James William Spicknall, and by his sister, Victoria Elizabeth Ward. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Jennie Spicknall; two sons, Warren (Jan) Spicknall, Jr. of Crownsville and Paul (Ellen) Spicknall of Annapolis; seven grandchildren, Jason, Tevis, Luke and Kerith Spicknall, Heather Burns, Erin Worth and Jessica Butler; and nine great-granchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Mac’s life from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 8 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 9 at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page.

Anthony Miguel Cabotaje passed away on January 4, 2016. Born on May 8, 1993 to Homer and Teresa Cabotaje, Anton was a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. He loved animals, and spent much of his time taking care of his "baby," Muegen Rozay Cabotaje, and volunteering at the Prince Georges Animal Management Division Shelter. Anthony is survived by his mother, Teresa, father, Homer, older brother, Christian, and younger sister, Alexa Angela. Family and friends are invited to Anthony's Celebration of Life on Thursday, January 7, 2016 from 5 to 9 pm and Friday, January 8, 2016 from 2 to 6 pm, at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, January 9, at 11:00 am, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 13401 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735. Interment church cemetery. Please sign the online guestbook

Eleanor M. Pinkos, a resident of Grasonville, MD and previously of Seabrook, MD, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2016 after a brief illness. Eleanor was 96.
 
She was born on October 1, 1919 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late Henry and Anna Faber Kasten and attended school in Miami, Florida. Eleanor worked as a secretary for the department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Services from 1959 through 1985.
 
Eleanor enjoyed reading, watching movies, spending time with her family and vacations at the beach.
 
She was preceded in death in 1958 by her loving husband, John G. Pinkos, whom she married in 1943; her son, J. Michael Pinkos; and two sisters, Lillian Cox and Verna Stites.
 
Eleanor is survived by her children, Richard W. Pinkos of Churchton, MD, Carol A. Fotopoulos and her husband, John of Church Hill, MD, Mary Ellen Schulze and her husband, Bernard of West Friendship, MD and Vicki L. Ostazeski of Stevensville, MD; her daughter-in-law, Diane Pinkos of Pittsburgh, PA. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; Stephen Pinkos of Ft. Worth, TX, Christopher Weih of Cheltenham, England, Lynn Young of Ft. Worth, TX, Jennifer Bowler of Annapolis, MD and Kelly Ostazeski of Stevensville, MD; three step grandchildren, Bret Schulze of Mt. Airy, MD, Michele Olsen of Westminster, MD and Darlene Nulph of Sykesville,MD; and 14 great-grandchildren.
 
Friends may call on Sunday, January 10, 2016 from 12pm until a funeral service begins at 2pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

Charlotte A. Luckow, 82, a 30-year resident of Riva, MD and previously of Minneapolis, MN, passed away on January 4, 2016 at her residence. Born on June 10, 1933 in Peoria, IL, Charlotte enjoyed bowling and bridge. Her passion though was being a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
 
 
 
Charlotte is survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Ferd (Del) Luckow; one daughter, Kristen Eileen (Sean) Maguire of Riva; two sisters, Doris Anderson and Lois Iverson, both of Minneapolis, MN; a granddaughter, Makayla Anne Maguire and several nieces and nephews.
 
 
 
Friends are invited to celebrate Charlotte’s life from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 7 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater where Charlotte’s funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, January 8. Interment will be private.
 
 
 An online guestbook is available by accessing the link on this page.

On Sunday, January 3, 2016; the beloved wife of Irving W. Custis; daughter of the late John and Elva Gard; sister of Julia Gard-Zuzick, Patricia Dean, and the late Marallyn Beatty; sister-in-law of Samuel Beatty. She is also survived by three step-daughters, Chaille, Tory and Heather, nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Nan was a graduate of James Madsion University and a longtime guidance counselor and school teacher in Prince George's County.

Friends may call at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Thursday, January 7, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m. A visitation will be held at the Hinman Funeral Home on Friday, January 8, 2016 from 12:30 p.m. until time of service at 1:30 p.m. followed by interment at First Baptist Church of Pocomoke Cemetery in Pocomoke City, MD. www.hinmanfuneralhome.com.

Friends are invited to celebrate Bob's life from 2 to 5 pm on Saturday, January 9 at the Mariner's Point Clubhouse, at the end of Georgetown Road, Annapolis, MD 21403. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, P.O. Box 3471, Annapolis, MD 21403. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page.

Patrick G. Myers, Jr. passed away unexpectedly on January 3, 2016. He is survived by his mother, Betty Myers of Clarksville, TN; grandmother, Margaret Myers of Waldorf, MD; sister, Jennifer Myers Cheyney of Clarksville, TN as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Patrick Myers and his grandparents, Lucy and James Pullins. Friends are invited to celebrate Patrick’s life with his family on Friday, January 8 from 3:00 p.m. until his memorial service begins at 4:30 p.m. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Interment private. An online guestbook is available by accessing the link at the top of this page.

On Sunday, January 3, 2016; the beloved husband of the late Florence Virginia Hurley; devoted father of Fred J. Hurley, Jr. and James M. Hurley and his wife, Edie Hurley; proud grandfather of Alexis and Timothy Hurley. Friends are invited to celebrate Fred's life on Monday, January 11 from 10 to 11 A.M. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD followed by a Mass of Christian Burial that will offered at 12 Noon at St. Mary's of Piscataway Catholic Church(Main Church), 13401 Piscataway Rd., Clinton, MD. Interment church cemetery.

Lester P. Cummings, a lifelong resident of Mayo, MD, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016. He was 97 years old. Lester was born on December 21, 1918 to the late John Cummings and Kate Stallings. He served in the 480th Coast Artillery Battalion, U.S. Army, for two-and-a-half years during WWII. Lester worked as a custom cabinet maker and trim carpenter for John Trumpy and Sons Boat Yard until 1974. He then worked at Cypress Marina in Severna Park until his retirement. Lester was a charter member of American Legion Post 226 in Mayo. He was an avid fisherman and spent most of his retirement fishing and crabbing on the Chesapeake Bay. Lester was the devoted husband of the late Helen E. Trabing; beloved father of Charles R. Cummings of Mayo, MD and was also survived by two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Friends are invited to Lester's celebration of life at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Monday, January 11 from 1pm until his memorial service begins at 2:30pm. Interment private. An online guestbook is available by visiting the link on this page.

On Friday, January 1, 2016; LTC William K. Konze, Retired U.S. Army died at his residence. He is the beloved husband of Alice Konze; father of Robert W. Konze; grandfather of David and Maggie Konze. He is also survived by other family members and friends. Services and inurnment will take place at a later date. Once we gather that information we will post it on this site. Meanwhile, please leave your thoughts and memories of Bill by signing the guestbook located below.

On, Thursday, December 31, 2015, Nola Gertrude Lamp, 87, passed away due to complications from Alzheimer's disease. She was the daughter of the late Ida Bell and Jesse Eugene Weaver; beloved wife of the late Earling Clarence Lamp; loving mother of Judy Lynn (Neal) Wells and Jesse George Lamp; stepmother of Earling Joseph Lamp; grandmother of Charles Neal Wells, Jr., Jesse George Lamp, Jr., Earling Stephen (Lynnette), Thomas Edward and Alexander Neal Lamp; great-grandmother of Elijah Nolan, Graham Shipley and Neal Patrick Lamp.
 
Nola was a former employee at Montgomery Wards department store for over 20 years. She was a devoted caregiver to her children and grandchildren. She dearly loved her animals and helped rescue many dogs and cats. Nola also enjoyed baking.
 
Friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Monday, January 4 from 6 to 8pm, where services will be held on Tuesday, January 5 at 11am. Interment Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1850 York Rd., Ste. D, Timonium, MD 21093. Online guestbook available by visiting the link on this page.

After a protracted battle with cancer, Onofre Luis (Jay) M. Moran died on Thursday, December 31, 2015 in his home in Oxon Hill, Maryland at the age of 54. He leaves behind his three sons: Michael, Alex, and Peter. Jay was born on March 20, 1961 in Manila, Philippines, to father Isabelo C. Moran, Jr., who predeceased him, and mother Maria Luisa Roland. Jay is survived by his mother, his three sons, and his two sisters, Abel M. Moran and Mah-Ann Mendoza. He is preceded in death by his sister, Maria Irvina M. Moran. Jay graduated from the Golden Gate University with a Master’s degree in Business Administration, and graduated cum laude from Parks College with a Bachelor and Associate degree in Management. Jay was a driven professional with a successful 15-year career in the United States Navy where he managed personnel and administrative affairs of over 2,000 military and civilian personnel. He then joined the private sector as a senior team member of Susan Davis International. He became the Chairman and CEO of JSYSTEMS, Inc., in November 2005, where he provided independent consulting services related to Finance and Operations. In his final years, he worked as a Policy Analyst within the Department of Homeland Security where he enjoyed his work protecting America. Jay also enjoyed playing basketball, movies, and reading. Friends are invited to celebrate Jay's life on Saturday, January 9, 2016 from 2 P.M. to 3 P.M. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD until funeral services at 3 P.M. Jay requested to be cremated. The family would especially like to thank the Hospice Nurses, Jay’s resident caretakers, for their attentive treatment, and the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, for making the arrangements. Donations can be made to a trust that has been set up for Jay’s sons at: Trust of Onofre Luis M Moran Acct #7049861227 Navy Federal Credit Union P.O. Box 3100 Merrifield VA, 22119-3100. Please leave your thoughts and memories by signing the guestbook.

Michael "Squeet" McGeehan, a 19-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Philadelphia, PA, died on Thursday, December 31, 2015 following a five-and-a-half year battle with cancer. He was 61.
 
 
 
Born November 1, 1954 in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Charles and Dorothy MCGeehan, Michael graduated from West Catholic Boys High School and Delaware County Community College. He began his federal career at the U.S. Mint in 1975. He later transferred to the Philadelphia Naval Ship Yard before moving to the Annapolis area and joining the staff at the U.S. Naval Academy in 1996. Michael transferred to the White House in 2003 and remained there until 2013 when he retired after 38 years of service. Michael was a member of an archery club and bowling team. He enjoyed motorcycles, ceramics, gardening, fishing, hunting, bowling, lighthouses and woodworking. He especially enjoyed doing charity rides for pediatric cancer on his motorcycle.
 
 
 
He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles McGeehan.
 
 
 
Michael is survived by his wife of 29 years, Betsy; six children, Michael Sheffield of Philadelphia, PA, John Rex of Edgewater, MD, Sarah McGeehan of Baltimore, MD, Tiffany Olszewski of Swarthmore, PA, Maria Rex of Edgewater, MD and Kate Sheffield of Holmes, PA; and eight grandchildren, Lizzie Sigler of Baltimore, MD, Alex and Logan of Holmes, PA, Jack and Nick Olszewski of Swarthmore, PA and Trisden, Logan and Gavin Rex of Edgewater, MD.
 
 
 
Friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Saturday, January 9 from 12pm until Michael's memorial service begins at 1:30pm. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to LUNGevity's Breath Deep Baltimore by visiting the link: http://lungevity.donordrive.com/participant/yardbird05

Edward Francis Connelly, 57, a resident of Milton, DE, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 31, 2015 with his loving wife, Dianne Connelly, by his side. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Chris, Lisa, Jade, Shyan and Nicole; his mother, Catherine Connelly; his grandchildren, Breanna, Brody, Blaise and Gunner, four brothers, three sisters, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth L. Connelly, Sr. Friends are invited to celebrate Edward's life from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday, January 6 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9 am on Thursday, January 7 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Annapolis, MD. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville, MD. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page.

All arrangements are private. Please sign the family's online guestbook by visiting the link on this page.

Doris Elaine McGuckian "Elaine", 64, a resident of Annapolis for sixty years, died on Tuesday, December 29 at her home after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer one month ago. Born on February 14, 1951 in Franklin County, VA to the late Ora Elsie Quinn and Grover Cleveland Boyd, Elaine was adopted at five years of age by the late Sinsel and Stella Morris of Annapolis, MD. She worked as a bartender at Middleton Tavern in Annapolis for forty years and in her spare time loved reading, crossword puzzles, lying by the pool and snuggling with her beloved dogs. In addition to her parents, Elaine was preceded in death by her former husband, Michael S. Steadman, Sr. She is survived by her husband, Phillip P. McGuckian, whom she married on June 9, 1996; her children, Michael S. Steadman, Jr. and Alexis A. Bedingfield both of Annapolis; her sisters, A.A. Boyd of Annapolis and Clevie Ora Morris of Edgewater, MD and her grandchildren, Atticus L., Quinn J. and Tibet C. Bedingfield. Friends are invited to celebrate Elaine's life from 1 pm until her memorial service begins at 2 pm on Thursday, January 7 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, 1815 Bay Ridge Ave., Annapolis, MD 21403. Please sign the family's online guestbook by visiting the link on this page.

David Albert Sohns, 78, died on Monday December, 28, 2015 in Annapolis, Maryland surrounded by his wife and children. He passed away after an eight year battle with Alzheimers.
 
 
 
Born January 10, 1937 in Scranton, Pennsylvania, David graduated from the University of Scranton. He was employed by the IRS for 44 years before retiring at the end of 2004.
 
 
 
David is survived by his wife, Sandra "Kaye" Sohns and his 13 children: Mark, Eric, Kurt, Krista, Lisa, David, Michael, Emily, Ariel, Ethan, Carlin, Elliott and Devon. He is also survived by his 20 grandchildren. The most important thing in his life was family.
 
 
 
He is preceded in death by his two children, Pamela and Jeffrey.
 
 
 Friends are invited to David's memorial service at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Sunday, January 10 at 11am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that a contribution be made in his name to the Alzheimers Association at ALZ.org.

Henry Martin Eberly, “Dutch,” a resident of Annapolis for 38 years, died on Monday, December 28, surrounded by his family at Anne Arundel Medical Center. He was born on March 12, 1929, in Washington, DC, to the late George and Lelia Eberly. A Master Plumber, Henry took over his father’s business and operated H.R. Eberly & Son for over 35 years. He loved spending time at home with his family and enjoyed boating, fishing, gardening, and his dogs. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Eberly, whom he married on October 7, 1950; his daughters, Karen (Steve) Godfrey, Vickie (Thomas) Byron, and Terri Eberly (Marty Gransky); and his grandchildren Dylan Byron, Lelia Byron (Nicolas Garcia), Briana Byron, and Brandon Eberly Peters. Friends are invited to celebrate Henry’s life from 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday, December 30 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd, Edgewater, MD. Funeral service will be held at 9:30 am on Thursday, December 31, at St Andrew’s United Methodist Church, 4 Wallace Manor Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Suitland, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St Andrew’s UMC. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page.

Walter James Clark "Walt", a 55-year resident of Upper Marlboro, MD, passed peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, December 27, 2015. He was 87.
 
Born October 3, 1928 in Washington, DC to the late Percy M. and Mary K. Clark. He was the beloved husband of 59 years to Catherine Marie Clark. Father of the late Douglas O. Clark- wife Cheryl and Walter A. Clark, wife - Brenda. 
 
Brother of Elizabeth C. DeMent. Grandfather of Natalie M. Falcone , Mathew A. Clark and Scott D. Miller. He was also blessed with eight great-grandchildren.
 
Walt attended the University of Maryland where he received his Bachelor of Science in 1953 followed by an MBA from American University in 1961. He was a founding member of the University of Maryland Gymkana Troupe. Walt served in the United States Navy where his love of aviation was born. He was employed for 33 years with Bell Atlantic (now Verizon) until his retirement in 1989. 
 
Walt felt it was his civic duty to serve his community. A member of the Upper Marlboro Lions Club for over 50 years. For years he played Santa for children at various hospitals and Lions club events. Chairman of the Lions Club Bloodmobile Drive through the American Red Cross for over 30 years. He held multiple positions over 20 years with Junior Achievement USA. He was associated with the American Heart Association for over 20 years and as Chairman of the Heart fund in 1983. He was awarded an Emeritus position after years of service to the Queen Anne School Board of Directors.
 
Friends are invited to a celebration of Walt's life at St. Barnabas Church, 14111 Oak Grove Road, Upper Marlboro, MD on Saturday, January 16, 2015 at 10am. A remembrance gathering will immediately follow the service at St. Mary's of the Assumption School, 4610 Largo Road, Upper Marlboro, MD. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Upper Marlboro Volunteer Fire Department, 14815 Pratt Street, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. or the American Heart Association, 217 E. Redwood St., 23rd Floor, Baltimore, MD 21201. Please take a moment and sign the guest book at the link above.

William A. “Bill” Cooper, Sr., 84, a 25-year resident of Riva and previously of Rockville, MD, passed away on December 27, 2015. Born in Washington, DC on December 21, 1931 to the late Deaver and Myrtle Cooper, Bill served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War era. He pursued a career as structural detailer and retired from Bignel Watkins Hasser Architects in Annapolis. Bill was a talented artist and cartoonist who also enjoyed boating and fishing. He was a great patriot and devoted husband.
 
 Bill was preceded in death by his son, Jerry Benfield and one brother. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley J. Cooper; one son, Billy Cooper of Atlanta, GA; one daughter, Gail McDermott of Monrovia, MD; and five grandchildren, Megan, Spencer, Sonny, Will and Derek.
 
 Family and friends are invited to Bill’s funeral service at 2PM on Wednesday, December 30 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. A private interment will be held at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville.
 
 In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.

Obituaries

John Vermillion

Warren Spicknall

Anthony Cabotaje

Eleanor Pinkos

Brian Galloway

H. Bullen

Charlotte Luckow

Nancy Custis

Robert Higgs

Patrick Myers

Fred Hurley

Lester Cummimgs

LTC. U.S.A.

Nola Lamp

Onofre Moran

Michael McGeehan

Edward Connelly

Harry Music

Elaine McGuckian

David Sohns

Henry Eberly

Frank Beckman

Walter Clark

William Cooper