Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Erna K. "Mom" Wieland, 91, a 39-year resident of Edgewater and previously of Beltsville, died peacefully on November 28, 2014 at her home surrounded by family. Born in Germany on December 27, 1922 to the late Hermann and Amelia Knop, Erna left Germany with her mother and sister and arrived at Ellis Island in July 1923. The family settled in the Washington area where Erna graduated from Bladensburg High School.

 Erna retired in 1982 as a personnel assistant for the U.S. Department of Agriculture after a successful 33-year career. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church of Sunderland and the London Town Peppers Senior Group. Erna was an avid reader and loved traveling, playing bingo and regularly finishing the daily Washington Post crossword puzzle. She visited all of the casinos on the east coast where she enjoyed playing slot machines. She also was a four-time participant of the annual Bay Bridge Walk, completing three of the walks after surgeries on her hip and both knees. 

Erna was preceded in death by her loving husband of 54 years, Erich E. Wieland who died in 1997; and sons-in-law, Preston Jones and Husky Thames. She is survived by three daughters, Carol (John) Joyce of Edgewater, Debbie Thames of Lothian, and Becky Jones of Fairview, TN; six grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
 
Friends are invited to Erna's Life Celebration from 12 to 2 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, December 1 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater where Erna's funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2. Interment will be at Fort Lincoln Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans or any veteran organization of your choice.
 
An online guestbook is available by accessing the link at the top of this page.

Anna Belle Detamore Lehew Muir, 85, formerly of Dayton, VA and a resident of Tracy’s Landing, Maryland since 1977, passed away on November 27th, Thanksgiving Day, 2014 following an extended illness. 

Anna Belle was born and raised in Dayton, Virginia , one of eleven children born to Robert and Elsie Detamore who preceded her in death. She graduated from Dayton High School, where she was a member of the girls’ basketball team.
 Retired from Travelers’ Insurance in Annandale, Virginia in 1983, she was an accomplished cook and gardener. She loved cooking for her family and friends when she wasn’t outside nurturing her beautiful flowers and plants. She was also a lifelong avid Redskins’ fan.
 
She is survived by her husband of forty years, Douglas F. Muir, Jr.; two sons, C.W. (Cheri) Lehew and Jon J. Lehew, of Punta Gorda, FL; one grandson, Sean (Meagan) Lehew; and two great-grandsons, Sean Lehew Jr. and Caden Johnson, also of Punta Gorda; surviving stepchildren Eileen (Mike) Owens, Douglas F. Muir III, Michael (Barbara) Muir, John (Marie) Muir, Susan Kennedy, Anna (K.C.) Knapp; sixteen surviving step-grandchildren and nine surviving step-great-grandchildren.
 
Anna Belle is also survived by two of her siblings, Betty Jo (Jim) Christeller of Richmond, VA and Wilbur Lee (Nancy) Detamore of Staunton, VA; she was aunt and great-aunt to forty. 

Anna Belle was preceded in death by five brothers, Robert Eugene, Floyd Wilton, Roscoe James, Homer Ervin, and Richard Harry Detamore; two sisters, Marietta Virginia Detamore Quarforth, Dorothy Lee Detamore, and an unnamed stillborn infant.
 She loved and was loved by her neighbors in Ark Haven, Tracy’s Landing, who were family to her, and who will miss her presence.
 
A service celebrating her life will be held at Valley Friends (the former Dayton Presbyterian Church), 363 High Street, Dayton, VA on Tuesday, December 9th, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., with Pastor Keith Powers officiating. Burial will immediately follow at The Dayton Cemetery.

Patricia O’Leary Riley on November 26, 2014, in peace of natural causes related to the affliction of Alzheimer’s Disease. Wife to her late, beloved husband Col. William E. Riley, Jr. (USMC), she was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Jane Wolff and brother, Eddie O’Leary. She will be dearly missed by her sister-in-law Kathy Ward of Annapolis, MD; her son William E Riley, III, of Alexandria, VA and Elizabeth Saldana Riley; her daughter Mary Alice Gehrdes of Edgewater, MD and David Gehrdes; her son John Riley of Fairfax, VA and Patty Ryan; and nine grandchildren Faith Mangente Riley; Brian, Emily, Katie, and Erin Gehrdes; Alice, Joe, Tim, and Bridget Riley-Ryan; all of her nieces and nephews and countless other relatives and friends. She passed away in the presence of her family at Mary and David’s home. Bill, John and the rest of the family are deeply grateful to Mary and David, the Gehrdes kids, and Petey and Cody – the faithful dogs who stayed by Pat’s side -- for the loving care they provided throughout her long illness. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the work of Christ House of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington, P.O. Box 1900, Merrifield, VA 22116-1900.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 12:45 PM at the Old Post Chapel, Arlington National Cemetery with interment immediately following the Mass.

George Dwight Clark, 71, a 38-year resident of Davidsonville, died at his home on November 26, 2014 surrounded by his family. Born on December 19, 1942 in Washington, DC to the late Hester and Lillian Clark, Dwight made his career as a carpenter. One of his proudest achievements was his work on the Capital Center. Dwight was an avid Nationals and Redskins fan and was best known for his great sense of humor.
 
In addition to his parents, Dwight was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Clark and sister, Jean Partin. He is survived by his loving wife, Marion Clark of Davidsonville; two sons, Michael K. Clark of Landsdowne, VA and Timothy P. Clark of Eldersburg, MD; one daughter, Glyniss Clark of Alexandria VA; one brother, Roy Clark of Tulsa, OK; one sister, Susan Coryell of Edgewater, MD; three grandchildren, Patrick, Donnie and Shaylin Clark; and two great-grandchildren.
 
Friends are invited to Dwight’s Life Celebration from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 30 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Dwight will be buried in the Clark Family Plot at the Meherrin Baptist Church Cemetery in Meherrin, VA at 1 p.m. on Monday, December 1.
 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeak, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.
 
An online guestbook is available by accessing the link in the left column of this page.

Nancy P. Connelly

On Tuesday, November 25, 2014 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. The beloved wife of the late Frank F. Connelly; devoted mother of Susan B. Connelly; grandmother of Dustin T. and Cassidy R. Fazio; sister of Phyllis Brandenburg, Richard Peregoy, Doris Huff and the late Jeanne Gallipoli and Stephen Peregoy. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, December 13 at 1pm at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.

All services are private. An online guestbook is available by clicking the 'sign guestbook' link above.

David Murray “Hoop” Hooper, 45, a resident of Annapolis, MD died on November 25, 2014. Born on December 5, 1968 in Annapolis to Murray Hooper and the late Donna Friedrichs, David was a graduate of Broadneck High School where he still holds records in lacrosse. He also graduated from Anne Arundel Community College. David loved tennis, music and playing the guitar. He released a CD of his original music in 2012 that can be heard on his website: www.davehoopermusic.com. He was also an accomplished cook and attended a culinary school in Burbank, CA.
 
David is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Wendy Kiel Hooper; two children, Maddie Hooper and Justin Hooper, both of Annapolis; two brothers, Sam Hooper of Corvallis, OR and Alex Hooper of Hollywood, CA; and two sisters, Stephany Hooper Gallagher of Easton, PA and Sara Hooper Majewski of Mechanicsville, VA.
 
Friends are invited to David’s Life Celebration from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, November 28 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. A Memorial Mass will be offered at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 29 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 689 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD. Inurnment private.
 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hooper Children Education Fund. Please make checks payable to College America c/o Kelly Financial Services, 810 East College Pkwy., Annapolis, MD 21409.
 
An online guestbook is available by accessing the link at the top of this page.

On Monday, November 24, 2014; the beloved wife of the late Chief MSgt. Don P. Arguijo, Sr., USAF(Ret.); mother of Lynn, Don, Jr., Steve and the late Richard Arguijo; grandmother of Raymond, Lynda, Marissa, Jasmine Arguijo and the late Steven Arguijo, Jr.,; great-grandmother of Ethan Arguijo, Abiel and Jacob Hernandez-Arguijo. Relatives and friends are invited to La Vern's Life Celebration on Monday, December 1 from 1 pm until time of services at 3 pm, and a evening viewing from 5-7pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, January 23, 2015 at 3pm. Please meet at he administration building no later than 2:15pm that day.

Maxine Faye Ramey, age 78, a resident of Annapolis since 1956 died on Monday, November 24 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. Born on August 20, 1936 in Bluefield, WV to the late Anderson and Ruth Neal Melvin, Maxine attended public school in Bluefield. She was a homemaker and also operated Ramey General Cleaning Service. Maxine’s fun and tell it like it is personality made her the central figure of a large and extended family. She was known for cooking her famous chicken and dumplings and enjoyed bluegrass music and raising her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Marvin Ramey in 2001 and a sister, Jackie Anderson. She is survived by her children, Steve Ramey of Annapolis and Reba Gales of Linthicum, MD; a brother, Ronnie Melvin of Chester, MD; grandchildren, James Edward Gales, Jr. of Linthicum, MD, Eva Ramey Swontek and Tina Cornwell both of Conway, SC; a niece, Eva Renee Anderson; a nephew, Bradley Anderson and six great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. A graveside service will be held at Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville, MD at a later date. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page.

Mary Jo Hedlund, "MJ", a 30-year resident of Edgewater, Md and previously of Silver Spring, Md died on Sunday, November 23, 2014 at the Mandrin Inpatient Care Center of cancer and kidney disease. She was 71.
 
Born April 27, 1943 in Denver, Co, to the late Lucille M. and Joseph V. Agan, Sr., she attended Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School, where she received her Associate degree while in their Medical Secretary Program. MJ was employed at Walter Reed Army Hospital as a medical secretary. She was an accomplished artist and enjoyed doing pottery, print and book making at Anne Arundel Community College, watching Oakland Raiders football and World War II history.
 
Mary Jo was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Ken Hedlund in 2011.
 
She is survived by her two siblings, Joseph V. Agan of Aurora, Co and Maureen Agan Bray Wichita, Ks.
 
Interment private. Memorial donations may be made in Mary Jo's name to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Ks 66675, Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Md 21122 or a charity of one's choice.

STEPHEN HARNESBERGER WILLIAMS (Age 72)
 
After a brief illness, Stephen H. Williams, “Steve”, beloved husband of ILONA DULASKI for 45 wonderful years, died peacefully at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD, on Sunday, November 23 at 3:45pm. Steve was born in Lexington, Kentucky on Dec. 31, 1941 to Dr. and Mrs. Edwin Gantt Williams. Steve grew up in Bethesda, MD, then moved to Battle Creek, Michigan, where he graduated from Harding Academy. He received a B.S. degree at Jacksonville University in 1964 in Business Administration, where he was the Technical Director for the Theatre Dept. for two years. Steve earned his Union Card as a Theatrical Technician with I.A.T.S.E. Local 115-Jacksonville (International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees). This led to a very successful 50-year career of working as a technician on Production Contracts all over the country. He has worked on Broadway, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Chicago, Canada, Washington, DC, Canada, etc.. Steve worked as a Stagehand for Local 22 in Washington, DC, for 22 years before retiring in 2001. He proudly served as President of Local 22 for 2 years.
 
Steve had quite a few things he enjoyed in life. He loved traveling with his wife to Spain, Alaska, Scotland and Wales, Bermuda. He loved sailing. He loved to leisurely sail across the Bay trolling a fishing line, catch the fish and then cook the catch immediately while sailing. He enjoyed entertaining. He enjoyed serving steamed crabs caught right off the pier, and serving them to friends, family and Midshipmen from the Naval Academy. Steve is the proud Sponsor of seven wonderful Midshipmen: Logan Robert Oliver (First class); Rob Vachon, Jacob Rothstein, and Justin Trujillo (2nd Class); Grant Guttschow (Youngster); and, Christina Louie and Kyoto Li (Plebes).
 
Besides his devoted wife, Steve is survived by his sister, Kate Hemer, of Seattle, WA, sister; Dr. Mary B. Williams, of Thomaston, GA, brother-in-law Benedict J. Dulaski, of Avon, IN, and wonderful and loving nieces and nephews.
 A celebration of Steve’s life will take place on Dec 8, 2014 at 2pm Christ Congregational Church, 9525 Colesville Road Silver Spring, MD 20901. 
Memorial Contributions may be made in Steve’s name to: Local 22 Training & Education Fund 1810 Hamlin St., NE Washington, DC 20018. An online guest book is available at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com.
 
Service information
 

December 8, 2014 at 2:00PM
 CHRIST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
 9525 Colesville Road
 Silver Spring, MD 20901
 301-585-8010
 cccsilverspring.org
 
A reception will follow the Memorial Service.

Shirley Clatterbuck Avery, a 25-year resident of Riva and previously of New Carrollton, died on November 22, 2014 of liver cancer after a 6 month illness. She was 78.
 
Born September 9, 1936 in Washington, DC to the late Lewis and Rebecca Clatterbuck, she graduated from Washington and Lee High School in Arlington, VA and attended Carson-Newman University in Jefferson City, TN. Shirley worked for the Baltimore County Delegation of General Assembly of Maryland in Annapolis before her retirement. A lifelong volunteer, she was most recently a member of the South County Senior Center Advisory Council, the Aging Advisory Council and a member of the Relay for Life team, "New Kids on the Block." Shirley loved to cook and dance. She enjoyed performing with the South County Senior Center Showstoppers.
 
Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Alan J. Avery on September 18, 2009.
 
She is survived by her two children, Sharon L. Darden of Riva and Steven A. Avery of Glen Burnie; two brothers, Robert L. Clatterbuck of Lively, VA and Mark Clatterbuck of Rockville, VA; and two grandsons, Mitchell and Matthew Darden, both of Arnold.
 
Friends are invited to Shirley's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Monday, December 8 from 1 to 3pm and 5pm until time of memorial service begins at 6pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or Hospice of the Chesapeake, c/o Philanthropy Dept., 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.

On Saturday November 22, 2014 Betty Lyvers, of Annapolis, died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her family. Betty was born on July 5, 1928 in Annapolis to George and Margaret Hallock, and was a 1945 graduate of Annapolis High School. Betty enjoyed being with family, bowling, needlework, horseshoes and baking.
 
Betty was preceded in death by her soul mate, Charles W. Ayers, Jr. 

She is survived by her 6 children, Mark (Henrietta) Lyvers of Lexington, SC, 
Wayne (Anna) of St. Leonard, Lane (Dannye) of Shady Side, 
Nona McNatt of Dover, DE, Denise (Anthony) Messineo of Annapolis, and 
Pam (Jeffrey) of Millersville; 13 grandchildren, Alexander Lyvers of NY, William McNatt of Columbia, 
Brian Messineo of Edgewater, Matthew Lyvers of Shady Side, 
Randy Lyvers of Shady Side, Jason Stern of Millersville, 
Natalie Derrrick of Lexington, SC, Timmie Hayes of Lexington, SC, 
J’aime Nowell of Annapolis, Amanda Courie of Ridgley, Lysa Gorgen of Annapolis, Amy Derringer of Crofton, and Jenna Stern of Millersville and 24 great-grand children.
 
A private graveside service will be held on Friday, November 28 at Lakemont Memorial Gardens. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association Greater Maryland, 1850 York Road, Suite D, Timonium, MD 21093. 

An online guestbook is available by clicking the 'sign guestbook' tab on this page.

Mary Margaret Landmann, 72, of Edgewater, Maryland, passed away November 21, 2014.
 
Mary was born in Annapolis to Joseph M. and Edna Mae Dicey January 29, 1942.She graduated from Annapolis High School in 1960. She was a homemaker and worked in the circulation department of Maryland Magazine in the late 70’s and early 80’s before joining her husband, Elmer, in the ownership and operation of Landmann Repair and Maintenance, Inc. in 1985.
 
Mary enjoyed ballet and became an instructor for the Annapolis Recreation Department in 1960. She was a pupil of Marcelle T. Pasqual. She retired her dancing career to marry on August 5, 1961. She loved family life, adored reading and was a political junky. She enjoyed her pets, Scully and Penny most of all. Mary spent her free time with her barn family at Reality Inn enjoying trail rides and grooming days with her beloved horse, Mighty Mouse.
 
Mary is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Elmer Carl Landmann; her brother Michael Dicey of Cape Cod,MA; son Roger Landmann and wife Jennifer of Crofton; daughter Katy Avery and husband Wayne of Edgewater; grandchildren Gunther Landmann, Carl Avery and wife Kristy, Victor Landmann, Rachel Avery, Heidi Landmann and husband Alex; great granddaughter Caliana Mae Avery and great grandson Kamden Luke Avery.
 
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Edna; three brothers, Joseph H., Charles E. and William J. Dicey; and a sister, Bonnie J. Kellenbenz
 
Public Visitation/Gathering at George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, November 25 from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, November 26, at 10 am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Road, Edgewater, MD 21037.
 In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mandrin Hospice House, 3675 Solomons Island Road, Harwood, MD 20776 or please consider designating the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Building Fund 515 Loch Haven Road, Edgewater, MD 21037.

Owen “Oatsey” Odell Bowen, Sr., 85, a fifty six year resident of Harwood and previously of Eastport died at his home on Friday, November 21 after a six month battle with melanoma. Born in Eastport on July 30, 1929 to the late Susan and Emory Bowen, Sr., Oatsey was a 1946 graduate of Annapolis High School and attended the University of Baltimore from 1952-53. He served as a Corporal in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1951 and worked with the U.S. Postal Service in Annapolis from 1958 to 1990. In his spare time he enjoyed woodworking, stamp and coin collecting. In addition to his parents, Oatsey was preceded in death by a sister, Leona Russell and two brothers, Charles and Emory Bowen, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor Ford Bowen whom he married in 1955; two sons, Owen Odell Bowen, Jr. and Bruce Wilson Bowen both of Harwood, MD; three sisters, Doris Belcher and Carol Ann Bowen both of Annapolis and Marjorie Engberg of Salisbury, MD; three brothers, Milton Bowen of Arnold, MD and Edgar and Bennett Bowen of Annapolis; two grandchildren, Gregory Bowen of Edgewater, MD and Angelina (Chris) Cookson of North Carolina and three great grandchildren. Friends are invited to Oatsey’s Life Celebration on Monday, November 24 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 25 at 11:00 am at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis.

Family and friends are invited to DJ's Life Celebration on Sunday, November 30 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will be held on Monday, December 1 at a time to be determined. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.

Elizabeth L. Dunn Paulison, “Betty Lou”, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 19 surrounded by her children. Born on September 28, 1923 in Newark, NJ, Betty Lou was the beloved ”only” child of the late Joseph A. Dunn and Bess L. Dye. 

She grew up in Belleville, NJ and upon graduation from Belleville High School and Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School she worked for Atlas Chemical. After marriage to Peter Jared Paulison, Jr. on September 28, 1956 they moved to Pompton Plains, NJ. She was a 50 plus year member of the First Reformed Church of Pompton Plains and enjoyed her ‘Circle’ group. Her interests included spending time with her grandchildren, sewing, travelling, reading, playing bridge, golfing and ‘Red Hats’.
 
In addition to her parents, Betty Lou was preceded in death by her husband, Peter Jared Paulison. She is survived by her children, Janice (Bob) Keating of Severna Park, MD; Elizabeth (Michael) Douglas of Davie, FL; Sally (Lou) Carrasco of Arnold, MD; and Pete Paulison of Pompton Plains, NJ.and her grandchildren, Bobby, Taylor, Maddie, Evan, Bryce, Ryan, Sean, Hunter and Cole. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the First Reformed Church of Pompton Plains, NJ, 529 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444; where a memorial service will be held in late December. 

An online guestbook is available by accessing the link at the top of this page.

Sandra Jean Jones, “Sandy”, San”, age 48, a thirteen year resident of Edgewater and formerly of Eastport died on Wednesday, November 19 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. Born on December 2, 1965 in Annapolis to the late Edward and Betty Drury, Sandy was a graduate of Annapolis High School and worked in banking with BB&T as a teller. She loved shopping (especially on Black Friday), Coca Cola, bowling, watching her son play basketball and being with her family. Sandy was also a huge Redskins fan, loved ladybugs and loved her three dogs. Sandy is survived by her husband, Arthur "Ottie" T. Jones, III, whom she married in 2001; her children, Carly and Arthur "Ottie" Jones, IV both of Edgewater, MD; her siblings, Sharon Sheckells and Edward Drury both of Annapolis, MD; a niece, Kayla Sheckells of Annapolis, MD; two nephews, Floyd Sheckells of Severna Park, MD and Edward Drury of Annapolis, MD and many cousins. Friends are invited to Sandy’s Life Celebration on Tuesday, November 25 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and from 6:00 pm until her memorial service begins at 7:00 pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will be private.
 
She will be really missed. We love you Sandy.

On Tuesday, November 18, 2014, our beloved Jerome Edgar Moore was called home to fish in the beautiful river of eternity. He grabbed his rod, reel and tackle box and answered the call home. Jerome was born on November 3, 1938, at Gallinger Municipal Hospital to Mary Elizabeth Moore - Anderson (preceded him in death) in Washington, D.C. As a little boy he was raised in Beaverdam, Virginia and was later reared in the District of Columbia. Jerome was educated in the DC Public School system and graduated from Phelps Vocational High School. 

Jerome was a member of the United States Army Reserve where he served for several years prior to being honorably discharged. He was a truck driver for more than 35 years. During this time he was employed with Motor Freight Trucking Company, Giant Foods, and America Best Freight (ABF). He was recognized for his Driver Safety, having received numerous awards and commendations. After retiring from ABF, he drove part-time on Saturday’s with Safeway. He was a lifetime member of the Local Union Number 639. 

Jerome was deeply loved, and enjoyed his family and friends. His favorite pastime activities were roller-skating, fishing, art, gardening and landscaping. He taught all of his children how to roller skate and even a few of their friends. He loved fishing with his friends and grandsons. He grew the biggest squash, collard greens, cucumbers and peppers in his garden. As the Mayor of Twelfth Street, he ran the “Twelfth Street Landscaping Company” and maintained the yards of several of his neighbors. Jerome had an outgoing and engaging personality, and could be found most days joking and conversing with those that passed by. He always had a kind word to share. A natural born artist, he could be found sitting in the sun on his porch drawing. If you knew him, then you knew that he loved to dance, and could often be seen doing his famed two-step known as the “Shoop-Shoop”! He enjoyed listening to oldies but goodies on WPFW-89.3 FM with Captain Fly. 

Jerome leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife Delores F. Moore of 43 years; his children Beverly (Vince) Taylor, Jacqueline Elem, Carvette Moore, Priscilla (Jean) Pierre, Robin Greer and Lisa (Dwan) Bryant all of Maryland; grandchildren Briana and Sydney Bryant (Lisa & Dwan); William McQueen and Ahmad-Rashad Elem (Jacqueline); Patrice Rice and Brian Dumas (Carvette); Leroy and Jerome White and Kizzie Reed (Beverly); April Broadus and JeNeen Cain (Priscilla & Jean); 29 great-grandchildren; his siblings Ronald (Rita) Anderson, Yvonne Waller, Francis Meredith, Marie (Curtis) Waller, Michael Anderson; Maurice Anderson and Walter Anderson (preceded him in death); 28 nephews and nieces, and a host of friends. 


Relatives and friends are invited to Jerome's Life Celebration on Tuesday, November 25 from 10 am until time of services at 11 am at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment will be private.

On Monday, November 17, 2014, the beloved wife of Robert Ranzenbach, daughter of Ellen W. Hennessey and the late James B. Thomas, sister of Mimi. There may be some services at a later date

Frances L. Blades died on Monday, November 17 at her home in West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles H. Blades and her son, Barry Bassford. She is survived by her children, Ilene Tedescucci, Chris Lewis, Fred and George Bassford; two sisters, Catherine Phipps and Marie Elmer; a brother, Donald Wood, 13 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to Frances' Life Celebration from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Thursday, November 20 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD followed by a graveside service at 1:30pm at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery Mausoleum in Annapolis, MD.

Margaret Bissey Munro, 92, a 67-year resident of Anne Arundel County, died November 16, 2014 in Easton, MD. Born on February 14, 1922, in Enid, OK, to the late Reverend and Mrs. A.B. Bissey, Margaret attended a small college in Texas (now part of Texas A&M University). In 1941, she married Robert E. Munro and devoted herself to being a wife and mother to their four children. After her children were grown, Margaret embarked on a 25-year career as a science librarian for the Environmental Protection Agency. 
Margaret was a member of Centenary United Methodist Church in Shady Side. She served as a past PTA President and as a docent at the Salem Avery Museum and the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center. Margaret was multi-talented, and gave of her time and energy whenever and wherever needed. She loved boating and fishing. She also enjoyed traveling and visited 49 states and 12 countries. However, her passion and top priority was always her family. 
Margaret was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Robert, who died in 2006; a grandson, Robert E. Munro, USCG; and a son-in-law, Gary Gubbings. She is survived by her son, Robert A. Munro (and daughter-in-law, Charlene Munro) of the Gulf Coast, MS; three daughters, Ann Wood (and son-in-law, Peter Wood) of Annapolis, MD; Roxie Munro (and son-in-law, Bo Zaunders) of New York City, NY; and Suzanne Gubbings of East New Market, MD; four grandchildren, Andrew and Aaron Wood and Aaron, Michael, and Amanda Munro; five great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
 A gathering of friends and family will be held from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Monday, November 24 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Interment will be private.
 In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. James’ Parish, 5757 Solomons Island Road, Lothian, MD 20711.
 An online guestbook is available by accessing the link at the top of this page.

Robert John Lambird, 83, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, died November 14, 2014 with his family by his side. Bob was born June 29, 1931 in Chicago, Illinois to Clifford David Lambird and Katherine Lucille McCluskey. Bob joined the Navy in 1951, and served as a Navy medic attached to the 1st Marine Division in the Korean War, where he earned a Purple Heart with 2 Gold Stars. Bob earned degrees in chemical engineering and accounting from the University of Washington and the University of Maryland, and was a licensed Professional Engineer and CPA. Bob married Patricia Davis on January 9, 1954 in Reno, Nevada.
 
Bob worked for various organizations including Aerojet, RCA, Martin-Marietta, NASA, the Naval Underwater Sound Laboratory, and the University of New York. He retired from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census, in 1990. In retirement, Bob volunteered for several veteran’s organizations including the American Legion, The Military Order of the Purple Heart, and The Forty and Eight. Bob received the Distinguished Service Award for Commander – Department of Maryland from the Military Order of the Purple Heart in 2007. He also served as a Commissioner on the Prince George’s County Commission for Veterans for several years. Bob also enjoyed spending time with his family, and indulged his interest in photography. 

Bob is survived by his children Barbara (Bob Cates), Thomas, Steven (Pam), Diana (Dave Cyphers), and Richard Lambird, his grandchildren (Beth Gonzalez, Patrick Cates, Zoe and Dylan Cyphers, and Ryan Lambird), and two great grandchildren (Noah and Samuel Gonzalez). Bob’s wife, Pat, preceded him in death on June 18, 2009.
 
Services will be held at Arlington Cemetery on March19, 2015 at 1 pm.
 
Memorial statements can be left using the guestbook link in the left column of this page.

Obituaries

Erna Wieland

Anna Muir

Patricia Riley

George Clark

Nancy Connelly

Louise Kitzman

David Hooper

F. Arguijo

Maxine Ramey

Mary Hedlund

Stephen Williams

Shirley Avery

Betty Lyvers

Mary Landmann

Owen Bowen

Deshaun Pugh

Betty Paulison

Sandra Jones

Jerome Moore

Ellen Thomas

Frances Blades

Margaret Munro

Serapio Jimenez

Robert Lambird