Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 14 at 4:30pm at Christ Our Anchor Presbyterian Church, 1281 Green Holly Drive, Annapolis, MD 21409. 

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Christ Our Anchor Presbyterian Church, 1281 Green Holly Drive, Annapolis, MD 21409.

Please take a moment to sign the guest book at the link above.

On Tuesday, April 5, 2015; the beloved wife of the late Frederick “Freddie” Warrick, Sr.; mother of Freddie, Jr., Steven, Kimberly and Sean Warrick; grandmother of Christopher, Erick, Chanell Warrick, lil Sean, Lyric, Jaiden Higgins and Maykia Boswell; sister of Evelyn Hannah, Elvin and Charles Bridges and the late James Bridges; aunt of Valerie Robinson and the late Lynell. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. 


Relatives and friends are invited to Mary’s Celebration of Life on Friday, May 15, 2015 from 10 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment on Monday, May 18, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Rd., Clinton, MD.

On Monday, May 4, 2015; the beloved wife of the late Delbert Myers; mother of Esther Kim; mother-in-law of Rev. Samuel Kim. She is also survived by many other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Lois’ Life Celebration on Tuesday, May 5 from 5 pm until time of services at 5:30 pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Ridgeville Cemetery, Ridgeville, OH.

Born in 1938 in Lilbourn, Missouri, Margaret Ann Lancaster Bishop was the daughter of Homer Cleveland (C.H.) Lancaster and Ellen Coretta Schaffer. She grew up with her brother, William Donald Greene, Jr., and graduated from Anacostia High School, Washington, D.C. in 1956. After graduation, she worked for the U.S. Navy as a secretary. She married her husband of 56 years, Stephen (Steve) Barron Bishop, in October 1957. In the fall of 1959, the couple was transferred to Ankara, Turkey for Steve’s job in the U.S. Air Force after the birth of their first daughter, Pamela Susan. In 1961, a second daughter, Stephanie Ellen, was born, and, in 1962, the family transferred to Myrtle Beach Air Force Base, where they spent eight wonderful years. While in Myrtle Beach, Margaret worked as an Administrative Assistant/Substitute Kindergarten Teacher. In the early 1970s, Steve was called to duty in Ubon, Thailand, and Margaret and her daughters relocated to Oxon Hill, Maryland where Margaret went to work as a secretary for Fort Foote Baptist Church. She later transferred to work for the U.S. Army and Navy before her retirement from federal service in 1991. Throughout her life, she enjoyed being a member of several clubs, including school Glee Clubs, Job’s Daughters (she was selected as Honored Queen in 1956), and the Non-Commissioned Officers Wives’ Club. She enjoyed reading, playing with her grandchildren, and socializing with dear friends. In her early 50s, she became ill with Multiple Sclerosis and inspired everyone she met with her positive attitude and sweet disposition. She was preceded in death by her father; mother; beloved stepfather, William D. Greene, Sr.; and her husband. She is survived by her brother; two daughters; two son-in-laws, Anthony Gagliardi and John McFadden; and three grandsons, Stephen Gagliardi, and Curtis and Taylor McFadden.
 



Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of her life on Wednesday, May 20, 2015. The viewing will be held at 10 a.m. followed by a service at 11 a.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, Md. She will be interred at the Maryland Veterans’ Cemetery, Cheltenham, Maryland following the service at 1 p.m.

Leon "Les" Sperry Leslie, Jr., a 40-year resident of Edgewater, MD, died on Monday, May 04, 2015 in Kingston, IL following a 6 month battle with cancer. He was 86.
 
Born May 25, 1928 in Washington, DC to the late Bernice and Leon S. Leslie, Sr., he graduated from Bladensburg High School and later got his Real Estate Broker's license. Leon worked for Pepco, Amtrak, AT&T and Leslie Realty. Most of his career was spent surveying and doing Real Estate. Leon was a longtime member of the N.R.A. and enjoyed hunting and golfing. He will be remembered as a devoted family man who always put his family first.
 
Leon was the loving husband of the late Ann Wilson Leslie, whom he married on September 14, 1947 and who died on February 10, 2000; father of Stephen W. Leslie of New York, NY, Jeffrey M. Leslie of Halifax, VA, Leon W. Leslie of Kingston, IL, Emma Jane Payne of Lewes, DE and Sandra A. Cruise of Chester, MD; brother of Donald Leslie of Port Charlotte, FL and the late Thomas Leslie; grandfather of Nathan Leslie of Fairfax, VA, Kevin Leslie of Chicago, IL, Sam Leslie of Ellicott City, MD, Daniel, Hannah and Leah Cruise of Chester, MD, Eddie, Emma and LeeAnn Leslie of Kingston, IL, Brigid Wethington of Columbia, MD, Rachel Leslie of Severna Park, MD and Amanda Brennan of Sneads Ferry, NC. He is also survived by three great-grandchildren.
 
Friends may call on Monday, May 11 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 12 at 10:00 am at Riva Trace Baptist Church, 475 West Central Ave. Davidsonville, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens.

Omar Warren Orndorff, 75, a resident of Annapolis for more than forty years, died on Saturday, May 2 at his home. Born on January 30, 1940 in Washington, D.C. to the late Omar Walls and Ruth Eleanor Orndorff, Warren graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and Roanoke College. After graduating, he attended Officer Candidate School, in Rhode Island, and served as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy where he was assigned to the explosive ordnance disposal underwater operation diving division. After serving in the Navy, Warren was a food services provider in the D.C., Virginia and Maryland area for more than forty years. He was a Senior Olympian in basketball, participating in the MD Senior Olympics in 2003 and 2005, where his team placed first in the 65 to 69 age group. He also participated in the National Senior Games in Baton Rouge, LA in 2001 and Hampton Roads, VA in 2003. He enjoyed sailing, skiing, gourmet cooking, wine tasting and attending his grandchildren's many athletic events. Warren is survived by his wife, Patty Orndorff; children, Susan (Jeff) Wong of Monument, CO, Charles (Lisa) Orndorff of Juneau, AK, Kevin Orndorff of San Francisco, CA, Jennifer Morgan-Frey (Jon) of Annapolis, MD, and Jeffrey (Kerri) Ogle of Edgewater, MD; brother, John (Phyllis) Orndorff of Star Tannery, VA; grandchildren, Caleb Pearson, Briar and Hanna Morgan, Victoria and Kira Frey, Raegan and Riley Ogle, nieces and nephew, and his former wife and friend, Maxine (Palmer) Gregory. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Warren's life from 1 to 4pm on Saturday, May 16 at the family home. Interment will be private at a later date in Gravel Springs, VA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, 750 East Pratt St., Ste. 1700, Baltimore, MD 21202 or the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Ave., Annapolis, MD 21403. Please take a moment to sign the guest book at the link above.

Joseph R. "Cooney" Aisquith, a lifelong resident of Edgewater, MD , passed away on May 2, 2015 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center.
 
Born on September 18, 1922 in Birdsville, MD to the late Peter and Edith Aisquith, Cooney made his living as a tobacco farmer. He was a Baltimore Orioles fan and especially enjoyed hunting and talking with his friends. He was also a 40-year member of the Annapolis Moose Lodge.
 
Cooney was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Lilly Aisquith, who died in 2014, two brothers and seven sisters. He is survived by his nephews, Percy L. (Mary) Aisquith and Gerald W. Aisquith; his niece, Rose (Andy) Carter as well as many other nieces, nephews and loving friends.
 
Friends are invited to celebrate Cooney's life on Thursday, May 7 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday, May 8 from 12 p.m. until his funeral service begins at 1 p.m. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Interment All Hallows Cemetery, 3604 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.
 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the AAMC Foundation, 2001 Medical Parkway, Sajak #550, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Harry E. Bohm, of Laurel, MD died peacefully at his home on Friday, May 1, 2015. Harry was born at Fort Riley, Kansas on September 6, 1950 to the late Michael and Bertha Bohm. 

He was a graduate of Laurel High School in 1968, then went on to attend the Coast Guard Academy for 2 years and the University of Maryland. Harry was a computer programmer, working behind the scenes for major retailers. He was a sports trivia buff. Harry also enjoyed playing tennis and golf until his MS made it too difficult to pursue those interest.
 
Harry is survived by his brother Joseph (Gail) of Chesapeake Beach, MD; three nieces Rachael Bohm, Rebekah Gullace, and Jessica Lo; 2 grandnieces and one grandnephew. All services are private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society 1800 M Street, NW, Suite 750 South, Washington, DC 20006

MERLE MILLER DeLANCEY, SR.
 
Merle DeLancey, Sr., of Annapolis, MD, and previously of Alexandria, VA passed away on Friday, May 1, 2015. Born on September 14, 1938 to the late Clyde and Helen DeLancey in Martinsburg, WV, Merle was a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology. Merle would go on to a successful career in printing, as one of the founders of the East Coast's largest sheetfed pressroom, Peake DeLancey Printers. He also loved entertaining, golf, horseracing and spending time with family.
 Merle is survived by his wife Connie; his son, Merle, Jr.(Jacque) of Alexandria, VA; his daughter, Susan DeLancey of Annapolis, MD; four stepdaughters, Dianne(Karl) Oristian of Centerville, MD, Donna Miller of Crownsville, MD, Darlene (William) Hackett of Chester, MD, and Suzanne(James) Spencer of Centerville, MD; two sisters, Peggy(Charles) Stephey of Waynesboro, PA and Helen Jean Kerlin of Burnt Cabin, PA; two grandchildren, Addison and Miller DeLancey; and numerous step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
 Friends are invited to celebrate Merle's life on Wednesday, May 6 from 2 to 5 PM. Please contact a family member for location of gathering and funeral information.

Nicholas Robert Fornaro
 8/28/1986- 4/30/2015
 
Nicholas "Nick" Robert Fornaro passed away at the age of 28 on April 30, 2015.
 
Nick was a correctional officer at the Anne Arundel County Detention Center, where he was recognized as Employee of the Month. He and his wife, Amanda, relocated to Florida, where he was a correctional officer at the Charlotte Correctional Institute. While serving there, he received the "Award of Excellence” for his dedication to the department. Nick and his young family moved back to Maryland to be with their families. He became a supervisor for Auntie Anne’s Soft Pretzel Company. Nick took the steps to launch his own business, Nicholas Fornaro Photography. Nick was a published Photographer for National Geographic. He also published a book of poetry titled, “Through the Eyes of the Blind Beholder." Nick was an avid hunter of shark teeth and various fossils.
 
In addition to his wife, Nick is survived by his beautiful daughter, Scarlett; his parents, Jay and Martha Stewart; one sister, Kacie; a nephew, Kayden; and his in-laws, David and Karen Cook.
 
Friends are invited to celebrate Nicholas' life from 5:00 to 7:00pm on Friday, May 8 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD and from 1:00 to 4:00pm on Saturday, May 9 at the American Legion Post 226, 830 Mayo Rd., Edgewater, MD. Please take a moment and sign the guest book at the link above.

George McGeeney of Annapolis, MD and formerly of Selbyville, DE passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 29, 2015. Born on September 30, 1937 in Baltimore, MD to the late George and Anna McGeeney, George was a graduate of Poly High School and served in the U.S. Army as a Sergeant with the military police. He also earned an executive degree from Morgan State University and went on to become a director at Pharmacia. George enjoyed all things lacrosse, including watching his kids and grandkids play and was an avid Orioles and Ravens fan.
 George was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Patricia Anna. He is survived by his children, George (Astrid) McGeeney, Jr. of Atlanta, GA, Mike (Michelle) McGeeney of Annapolis, MD, John (Diane)of Cincinnati, OH, Tim (Kristin) McGeeney of Memphis, TN and Connie (James) Baker of Georgetown, TX; a brother, James of Pasadena, MD and a sister, Pat Sheppard of Venice, FL and twelve grandchildren, Logan, Hunter, Mia, Mike Jr., Samantha, Kaitlin, Molly, Conor, Grace and Matthew McGeeney and Emily and Natalie Baker.
 Friends are invited to celebrate George's life on Tuesday, May 5, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Wednesday, May 6, at 11:00am at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, 6405 Orchard Rd., Linthicum, MD. Interment Crestlawn Memorial Gardens in Marriottsville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. 
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On Tuesday, April 28, 2015; the beloved husband of Luisa Schauer and the late Patricia R. Schauer; father of Doria Schauer-Owen (Brian) and Dawn Patterson (Bill); grandfather of Taylor Patterson and Alexandra Owen; brother of Patrick Schauer; and proud Marine departed this life. Once a Marine always a Marine! 

Family and friends are invited to Michael's Celebration of Life on Friday, May 8, 2015 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, May 9 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church(Main Church), 13401 Piscataway Rd., Clinton, MD. Interment church cemetery.

Alan F. Herbert , "Herbie", of Davidsonville, MD passed away on Saturday, April 25 surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 21, 1934 in Washington, DC to the late Howard and Louise Herbert, Alan was a graduate of Anacostia High School. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a police officer for 23 years with the Metropolitan Police Department of Washington, DC. Alan or “Herbie” is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jacqueline Herbert; his children, Tracy Herbert Joyce and her husband John of Crofton, MD, Michael Herbert and his wife Teresa of Davidsonville, MD and Jodie Leigh Herbert of Arlington, VA and five grandchildren, Kara, Nicolette, Victoria, Alanna and Michael, Jr. 
Friends are invited to celebrate Herbie's life from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 30 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 1 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page

Mary Kay Mahota of Edgewater, MD, previously of Dublin, OH, passed away at home on Saturday, April 25. Through her life she was active in many things, but ever a voracious reader and crossword puzzle aficionado. Her quick wit, sense of humor and ringing laughter will be missed immediately by those who knew her. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Jack Mahota and there is great comfort in knowing they are reunited and at this moment Jack and Kate are most certainly cutting a rug. She is survived by their three children, Mike of Minnetrista, MN, Tim of Santa Barbara, CA, and Kris of Edgewater, and their families, including five grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Rd., Edgewater, MD at 1pm on Friday, May 1. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, Meals on Wheels, or an animal shelter of your choice.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 12:30 pm on Wednesday, April 29 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD followed by a celebration of Vera's life from 3 to 7pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Entombment will be at 12 noon on Thursday, April 30 at Pine Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum in Farmingdale, NY. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page.

Richard Traband Beall, age 69, of Berlin, MD, formerly of Brandywine, MD, passed away on Thursday, April 23,2015, due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis. 

Richard was born January 13, 1946 in Cheverly, MD and was the son of the late Mr. & Mrs. Carlton Granville Beall, Sr., formerly Jean Traband. Richard was married to the former Linda Diederick and celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on February 20, 2015. 

Richard is survived by his daughters, Sharon Beall Bouchard and her husband Capt. Donald Bouchard of Great Mills, MD and Noelle Beall Thomas, of Kannapolis, NC; his son, Richard Diederick Beall, Raston, MD and his grandchildren: John Bouchard, Christopher Webb, Patrick Bouchard, Ryan Beall, Madison Webb, Danielle Bouchard, Olivia Beall and Jaxson Thomas.
 
Richard was the seventh generation Beall to grow up in Prince George’s County. He was a proprietor of East Pines Liquor’s in Riverdale, MD for over 30 years and worked the family farm for most of that time. He enjoyed the special moments of his life including the Beall Cousin Club events, NASCAR and his children’s accomplishments. He especially enjoyed playing with his toys: Harley motorcycle, jet-ski, boats and tractors. His cherished time was spending his time with family and friends at “the River” in Montross, VA. He was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution.
 
Friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Sunday, April 26 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, April 27 at 11am at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8912 Old Branch Ave., Clinton, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please sign the family's online guestbook by visiting the link on this page.

Francis "Mike" Kearns, CWO-3, USN (Ret) 

Francis "Mike" Kearns, 94, a long time resident of Annapolis, MD, died peacefully at his home in Epping Forest on April 23,2015. 
Born in Fall River, MA, Mike attended Durfee High School before enlisting in the U.S. Navy in 1939. He would go on to serve in the U.S. Navy for 21 years and for17 of those years he served at sea on 11different ships. 
His first assignment was to the USS Constellation in Newport, R.I. He and the crew slung hammocks on board this old wooden Sloop-of-War vessel and did repairs to her. This is the same ship you see in the Baltimore harbor on display today. It is still commissioned and part of the US fleet.
 He would serve on two battleships, the USS Wyoming and the USS New York before being assigned to the USS North Carolina for more than four years during World War II. He would see action in Guadalcanal, Tulagi, the Battle of the Eastern Solomon's, Makin, Tarawa, Abemama, the Marshall Operations, attacks on Central Pacific targets, the Marianas invasion, the Battle of the Philippine Sea, Iwo Jima and Okinawa, to name a few. 
In 1946 and 1947 Mike served aboard the USS Mount Olympus, the flagship for Adm. Richard Byrd on the U.S.Navy's Antarctic Expedition known as Operation Highjump. After leaving the South Pole, he was assigned aboard the light cruiser, the USS Fargo for two years and for a short time on board the USS Adirondack. In 1950 and 51 he served aboard the battleship USS Missouri, which became the flagship for 3 different Admirals during the Korean War and saw action in bombardment missions on Hongin and Tanchon. He would serve on 2 more ships, the USS Cabot and the USS Pandemus before ending his career on the Heavy Cruiser, USS Newport News from 1958 to 1960. Mike retired from the U.S. Navy in 1961 and went to work for Commercial Union Insurance Co. as a Safety and Damage Control Specialist until his final retirement. 
Mike was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Geraldine May Kearns who was a Yeoman 3rd Class in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He is survived by his two sons, Dr. Terrance Kearns, PhD of Conway, AR and Kevin Kearns of Annapolis, MD; a sister, Katherine Howard of Fall River, MA; his four grandchildren, Sean, Gwendolyn, Lance and Courtney Kearns and one-great grandson, Ethan Kearns. He will be buried with his wife, with full military honors, at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 North Randolph St., Ste. 225, Arlington, VA 22203. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page.

Dorothy "Dottie" Mary Nickerson, a 43-year resident of Annapolis, MD, died at her home surrounded by her family on Thursday, April 23 after a brief illness. She was 87 years old.
 
Born March 31, 1928 in Boston, MA, she traveled the world with her husband and six children.
 
She was the beloved wife of the late William S. Nickerson Jr., who died on April 2, 2007; devoted mother of Lee Nickerson of Fairfax Station, VA, Melanie A. and Daniel W. Nickerson, both of Annapolis, MD, James Brian Nickerson of Linden, VA and the late William S. Nickerson III and Charles C. Nickerson; loving mother-in-law of Linda, Brenda, Jami, Pamela and Leigh Nickerson; sister of Joseph Murphy of South Weymouth, MA, Eleanor O'Connor and Alice Molignano, both of East Weymouth, MA; grandmother of Colin, Beau, Matthew, Jonathan, Scott and Lindsey Nickerson; Courtney (Nikki) Scott, Lauren Tripp and Aliyana Reilly. She is also survived by seven great-grandchildren.
 
A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 30 from 6 to 8PM at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD where a funeral service will be held on Friday, May 1 at 11:30AM. Interment will be private.
 
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice Care, 4 E. Rolling Crossroads, Ste. 307, Catonsville, MD 21228. An online guestbook is available at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com

Frances Jane Berry, 71, a forty-seven year resident of Edgewater, died on Wednesday, April 22 at her residence after battling cancer for two years. Born on March 25, 1944 in Washington, D.C. to the late Arthur and Mary German Madison. Frances graduated from Bladensburg High School in 1962 and earned an A.A. degree from Anne Arundel Community College in 1988. From 1982-84 she worked at the Riverdale Baptist School as a teacher's aide, she also was an addictions counselor, bookkeeper, cheerleading coach, certified herbalist, and Doctor of Naturopathy. Frances was a parishioner at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Edgewater, where she was a member of the choir and Bible study .She was also involved in the pre-marital counseling program and the church garden. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, gardening, walking and being with her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Frances was also preceded in death by her sisters, Dolly Bradshaw and Dianne Morris, and brother, Clifton Madison. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Berry, whom she married on December 1, 1989; children, Joseph Scalley, III of Edgewater, John Scalley of Severna Park, Susan Herrold of Annapolis and Michelle Miller of Frederick; sisters, Betty Jo Dent of Ocala, FL, Alice MacNamara of Annapolis and Grayce Madison of Virginia; granddaughters, Holly Denick, Kinsey Herrold, Michelle Figgins, Mary, Madison and Kendall Scalley; and four great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Frances' life on Monday, April 27 from 9 am until a Mass of Christian Burial begins at 11am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Rd., Edgewater, MD. A reception follows immediately in the church hall. Entombment will follow at the Lakemont Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church at the address above.

Tom passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on April 22, 2015. He was born on July 24, 1947 in Washington, DC. He graduated from John Carroll High School in 1965 where he played varsity Basketball. He later attended Prince George’s College and was a standout player on their Basketball team. He spent many days and nights playing on the Courts in Marlow Heights, MD where he was well known as a great player and a wonderful person and a great friend. Tom most recently worked for the City of Greenbelt, MD from which he retired. He was living in Greenbelt at the time of his passing. He is remembered as a kind and helpful neighbor by many people there. He was predeceased by his parents, William P. McBride, Sr. and Paulina McBride and his brother, William P. McBride, Jr. He is survived by cousins and many longtime friends. 


Tom was a reserved, humble man. He was always very polite and friendly. He was a wonderful friend to many people. He was always willing to help people in simple ways. He would often do things like landscaping and yard work for neighbors. If he saw a need, he would help. Often without people having to ask for help. His bright smile will be missed. He was an avid sports fan, especially of basketball which he played very well. He was an encyclopedia of sports information on the professional, college and even local high school levels. Although he was usually quiet, he could engage in endless conversations about sports. He loved to travel around the US which he did often. Where ever he went, he always visited Catholic Churches. Tom’s Catholic Faith was very important to him. He was a faithful, Mass attending, practicing Catholic all of his life. He will be sorely missed by those who knew him. 


A memorial mass will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 10 a.m. at St. Hugh of Grenoble Catholic Church, 135 Crescent Rd., Greenbelt, MD 20770 with interment following at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD.

James E. (Jim) Butland Jr., age 82, of Harwood, MD passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015. 

At age 17, Jim lied about his age in order to serve his country in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. Later, he returned and earned his high school diploma. He graduated as Valedictorian, his five children in attendance at the ceremony. Jim served 35 years of federal service, then 25 years in the private industry. He was a member of First United Methodist Church. 

Jim was preceded in death by his youngest daughter, Laura Sue Butland-Vandress and his brother, Edward Butland. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Betty Butland and their children: Donna Burket (Richard), Jim Butland (Lisa), Steven Butland Sr. (Rhonda), Sharon Chick (Charles), and his son-in-law John Vandress (Kim). He was blessed with 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, Herbert and Robert Butland, and sisters, Evelyn Crippen, Rita Bernard, and Kathy Kittridge. 

A viewing will be held on Friday, 24 April from 2:00 – 4:00pm and 6:00 – 8:00pm at George P. Kalas Funeral Home located at 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, 25 April at 11:00am at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church located at 122 Bayard Road, Lothian, MD 20711. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s honor to the Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org). Online condolences may be left at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com

Helena M. (O’Neal) Ridgely, age 66 , of Owings, MD passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015.
 
Helena grew up in District Heights, MD and assisted her family running the Oakland Inn Restaurant on Marlboro Pike. Helena became an entrepreneur of her own when she opened a successful hair salon behind the Oakland Inn while still helping with the family run restaurant. Helena graduated from La Reine Catholic High School in 1965 and spent most of her life in the District Heights area before moving to Owings, Md after the restaurant closed in 1990 after 85 years of business. Helena continued working for over 20 years at Duffy's III in Wayson's Corner, Lothian Md. 

Helena was preceded in death by her parents, Vincent F. and Helen V. Ragione. She is survived by her husband, Steven H. Ridgely, where they currently resided in Wake Virginia, her daughter, Sheryl M. Rosetta of Lothian, MD, grandson AJ Rosetta of La Plata, MD, and brother Frank Ragione of Arnold, MD.
 
Friends may call on Saturday, April 25 from 2pm until service time at 3pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Helena’s honor to the American Lung Association (http://www.lung.org/). Online condolences may be left at the link on this page.

Obituaries

Doris Whitney

Mary Warrick

Lois Myers

Margaret Bishop

Leon Leslie

Omar Orndorff

Joseph Aisquith

Harry Bohm

Merle DeLancey

Nicholas Fornaro

George McGeeney

Peggy Johnson

Michael Schauer

Alan Herbert

Mary Mahota

Vera Carducci

Richard Beall

Francis Kearns

Dorothy Nickerson

Roland Hough

Frances Berry

Thomas McBride

James Butland

Helena Ridgely