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Mark Stephen Demoss, 61, a 3-year resident of Landover, MD and previously of Odenton passed away on August 29, 2023. Born on December 20, 1961 in Wilmington, DE to the late Gordon Demoss and Gertrude Morgan, he graduated from Newark High School in 1980. 

Mark worked in the food and service industry throughout his life. He dedicated the last 20 years at Old Ebbitt Grill in Washington DC, and was previously employed at Blackies House of Beef for 10 years and Phillips Seafood for 10 years. He loved cooking and preparing food for his family and friends.

Mark is survived by his brothers, Greg Morgan of Frankford, DE and Jerry Morgan of Easton, MD; nieces and nephews, Dallas, Harley, Kalli, Bryan, Jake, Andrea, and Emerson Morgan; his step-father, Gerald Morgan; and his sister-in-law, Lisa Morgan.

The family will be holding a private memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Clyde’s Team Member Emergency Fund in memory of Mark Demoss, checks payable to Greater Washington Community Foundation, PO Box 49010, Baltimore, MD 21297-4910. Please include Clyde's Team Member Emergency Assistance Fund (CLYDEE) in the memo section of the check. Online donations may be made <a href="https://cfncr.wufoo.com/forms/clydes-team-member-emergency-assistance-fund">here</a>.

William Henry Cawthorne "Billy" passed away suddenly on August 26, 2023. Billy was born to William Henry Cawthorne Jr. and Jennifer Ann White on June 26, 1987, in Silver Spring, MD. He lived in Maryland his entire life graduating, working, marrying, and raising his family in Anne Arundel County MD. He found his way back to  Kristen Leanne Sofley and they married in 2021. 

In addition to his wife, Billy is survived by his three children, Cameron, Aryana, and Dominic; his parents William (Teresa) Cawthorne Jr. and Jennifer (Mathew Reidy) White; his grandmothers Nancy White and Pamela Maxie; and his sisters, Kelly Akin, Kari Cawthorne, and Samantha Cawthorne. He was a fun-loving cousin, an incredible uncle to many nieces and nephews, and a beloved nephew to his aunts and uncles.  

After graduating from South River High School in 2005, Billy went on to work alongside his father in the family vending business, where he learned the trade and held multiple positions until his passing. 

Billy was a very kind, loving, and caring man. His greatest accomplishments and overwhelming pride were his three children and wife. He enjoyed every aspect of fatherhood from skiing, camping, hiking, dirt biking, sporting events, and bowling. Billy had a passion for traveling with his family and cooking. His precious heart, beautiful smile, and kind soul will be sadly missed every day. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Billy’s life on Saturday, September 2 from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, with a funeral service immediately following at 12:30 p.m. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-the-cawthorne-family">Billy's GoFundMe</a> to offset funeral costs.

Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Relatives and friends are invited to Fred's Life Celebration from 10 a.m. until the start of the memorial service at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 8, 2023 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745.  Interment is private at a later date. 

Michael Boyko was born in Baltimore, MD on December 30, 1948, and passed away on August 25, 2023. Michael was the oldest of three siblings. He graduated from Southern High School in Baltimore in 1966. He enlisted in the US Army shortly after graduation and served two tours in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1971. Michael had several jobs over his employment career and started two successful businesses of his own. One was a videotape rental store, American Video, that grew to include five stores. He had a disagreement with his partners and was bought out of American Video just before the tape rental business went downhill due to the internet and streaming services. Later he became a Residential Real Estate Appraiser and opened his own shop, AMTECH. He did this until he retired in 2016.

Michael’s dad, Alexander W. Boyko, passed away in 1994 and his mom, Helen J. Boyko, passed away in 2020.

He is survived by his brother William Lee Boyko and his wife Linda. Also, by his sister Sylvia Boyko Stafford and her husband James. Also, by two nephews, four grand nephews, and three grand nieces.

No memorial service is planned currently.

Please take a moment and leave a condolence for his family by using the memories tab on this page.

 Clarence J. Layne, 84, died August 25, 2023, at Anne Arundel Medical Center.  He was born in West Virginia on December 31, 1938, and raised by his grandparents whom he loved more than anyone would ever know.  He joined the Marines in 1956 out of Parris Island, SC, and served his country until being honorably discharged in 1959.  He became a photographer and was talented enough to work for a newspaper which gave him the opportunity to pursue his passion for photography.   Among his favorite photos were Presidents Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon, as well as many senators, movie stars, and football games.  He was also fortunate enough to photograph many historic moments, including the March on Washington, which was highlighted by Martin Luther King, Jr.'s “I Have a Dream” speech.

He would later become a competitive dancer and he also trained in karate.  He taught classes for the Operating Engineers Apprenticeship School Local 99 and boating safety courses while he was in the Coast Guard Auxiliary.

Clarence is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mercedes Layne; his daughters, Nancy and Sandra Lee Layne, both of Edgewater; his grandson, Phillip Arce-Layne; his niece, Monica Yabiku-Campos and his nephew, Andres Yabiku.

Relatives and friends are invited to join in Clarence’s life celebration on Thursday, September 7 from 2-4 PM, followed by a funeral service at 4, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  The interment will be private.

Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

MARGUERITE MARIE CONTE

February 11th,  1931 - August 25th,  2023

 
Marguerite Marie Conte, age 92, of Silver Spring, MD, entered God's Heavenly Kingdom on Friday, August 25th, 2023.  She was born on February 11th, 1931 in Washington, DC to the late Umberto and Rosa Colea Conte. Also, preceded in death are her former husband Charles W. Oswald Sr, her brother, Vincent F. Conte, and her sisters Anna L. Osborne and Vincetta "Connie" Bruce.

Marguerite was recruited from Maryland Park High School by the US government where she made a lifelong career as a dedicated stenographer and administrative assistant under several agencies. Marguerite was a selfless and loving mother who always put her family before herself. She lived by example giving to others what she could and demonstrating kindness to all.

Marguerite is survived by daughter Vera L. Garofalo and husband David of Spotsylvania, VA, son Charles W. Oswald Jr. and wife Anne of Silver Spring, MD, daughter Rosalie Naylor and husband Jeff of Clinton, NC, grandchildren, Nicholas and wife Angela, Charles "C. W.", Tommy, Kelly, Troy, Christopher, and wife Rachel, Andrew, and James "Jamie", great-grandchildren Vincent and Anthony, a sister Rose Horvath of Houston, TX, a brother Albert Conte and wife Joanne of Alexandria, VA, and her dear cousins, nieces and nephews, neighbors, and friends. 

Family and Friends will be received on Wednesday, August  30th from 5 pm to 8 pm at  Kalas Funeral Home in Edgewater, MD and on Thursday, August 31st, at Mount Calvary Catholic Church in Forestville, MD, a Catholic celebration and Mass of her life will be held at 10 am followed by internment at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Suitland, MD.  

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Marguerite's life on Wednesday, August 30, from 5-8 p.m., at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A viewing will be held on Thursday, August 31, 2023, from 10 am until a Mass of Christian Burial is offered at 11 am at Mount Calvary Catholic Church, 6700 Marlboro Pike
Forestville, MD 20747. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Suitland. Friends and family are invited to a small gathering at Pirate's Cove in Edgewater Maryland.

William Charles Bryant was born in Washington, DC on August 10th 1963 to the late Bertha Lee Bryant and James L Bryant. Friends and Family affectionately called him “Jody”.

William received his education through the DC Public School system. He was a Member of Paramount Baptist Church, where he was baptized and worshiped with the First Love of His Life “Bertha Bryant” who was affectionately known as “Puddin”. William truly loved and adored his mom. He later joined Community Of Hope A.M.E church, under the Pastoral Leadership of Pastor Tony Lee.

William was employed with Walmart in Alexandria, VA for 15 yrs.
He left there and was employed with Home Depot in District of Columbia, as a
overnight freight operator. He loved His jobs and he always gave 100% plus more.
At any and everything he did. He was a very hard worker. He loved the fork lifts
because that’s what his Dad did at his job.

He would always let people know how much he appreciated them for whatever they did for him, whether big or small gestures he appreciated it all. William was a very outgoing person. When William met Gina the second Love of His Life, he became a changed man. They always showed Unconditional Love for one another, they were inseparable to the point of coordinating their clothes, no matter what color she wore he made sure he had a shirt/jacket etc. to match. Gina would say that William would walk thru the door every morning after work and he would Thank God for giving him traveling mercies and bringing him to a safe home. He would always let her know that he was happy and at peace. 

William you are loved and will be truly missed.

William was proceeded in death by his Parents Bertha Lee and James L. Bryant. Also a brother David Charlie Bryant.

William Transitioned on August 24th at the Hospice Of Charles County in Waldorf,
Md. Where he received the BEST care anyone could have asked for. He leaves
behind to cherish his memory, The second Love of His life; Gina, Son, Angelo-Md,
Sister: Deborah Bryant(Gibson,NC) Brothers: David Bryant (Gibson, NC) Tony
Bryant(Trina) Temple Hills,Md, James Frank Bryant (DC) James Bryant Jr( Celeste)
Youngtown, OH, Calvin Bryant(Mary) Leuranburah,NC James Moore(Tiffin, OH)
Lorenzo Moore (Tiffin, OH) 3 grandchildren Zakara,Amir and Arlo. 2 uncles George
Bryant (Upper Marlboro,Md) William Bryant (Gibson, NC) and a host of nieces,
nephews, family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather from 10-11 AM, with a service to begin at 11 AM on Tuesday, September 5th at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory: 6160 Oxon Hill road Oxon Hill, MD 20745.

Victor Joseph Ignacio passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on August 24 at Inova Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church VA from a ruptured aortic aneurysm.  

Vic was born on April 9, 1939, in Washington DC; the fourth and youngest child of Catherine Agnes (Weckesser) and Macario Canlas Ignacio Sr.  Vic graduated from Mackin High School with honors in 1957.  After graduation, he joined the Washington DC Air National Guard and served as a radar technician.  He was honorably discharged in August 1962. 

During his duty with the Air National Guard, he also began employment at Lithographic Photo Services in Georgetown DC.  Here he met a young, energetic, entrepreneur printer, George Stephenson.  After George had grown his business large enough to have a staff, Vic joined the young company as the official third employee.  Vic originally handled stripping film and making printing plates which evolved to the production manager and then Vice President of Operations as the company grew.  Together, George and Vic built the company into a 50-million-dollar company with over 200 employees.  At this point, George sold the company.  Both stayed with the company under new ownership and eventually, George Stephenson bought the company back several years later as a much smaller and less successful operation.  Vic remained with the company full-time until he retired but worked part-time in accounts payable until 2020.  

Vic married Carol Sue Long in 1962.  They had a daughter, Elizabeth (Beth).  Carol and Vic divorced in 1984 but Vic maintained a very close relationship with Beth and her family.  Vic married Lottie Ketcham in 2001 after an over 15-year partnership. 

Vic and Lottie grew into avid Washington Capital hockey fans, became full-time season ticket holders, went to many road games and hockey sporting events, and were members of the Fan Club.  They also became Washington Nationals fans over ten years ago and were partial season ticket holders.  They also became enthusiastic supporters of the Virginia wine industry and made many day trips to the wineries mainly in Northern Virginia.  Vic loved to travel, and they traveled to Europe several times including Greece,  Spain, Italy, London, and Paris. Last year they traveled to Bonaire with Beth and son-in-law Danny.   Their next planned foreign trip was a Fall Rhine River cruise.   And he loved spending time with Beth and her family.

Vic was an avid reader and was very proficient in stained glass.  His beautiful work adorns their home and the homes of Beth and Lottie’s two sisters.  

In addition to his parents, Vic is preceded in death by his brothers Macario Jr. (Jackie) and John, and sister Patsy (Jim) Harris.  Mourning his loss are his wife Lottie, Clifton VA, his daughter Beth (Danny), Harwood, MD and his grandchildren, Danny and fiancé Danielle, Annapolis MD and Meghan and boyfriend Alex, Harwood MD.  Also mourning his loss are his sisters-in-law Terri Ignacio and Pam Tennant; his cousins: Louis Balgos, Saundra, and Larry Maley and the families of his nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life service will be held at a future date.
The family requests that memorial donations be made in his name to the American Heart Association. 

Please take a moment and leave a condolence for his family by using the memories tab on this page.

It is with great sadness that the Gray family announce Charlotte Virginia Gray, 78, a 38-year resident of Edgewater, MD, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, in Severna Park, MD, following a long term illness.

Known to family and friends as "Charl" or "Cha-Cha" she was born on October 25, 1944, to the late Virginia and Norman Gray, Sr.  She graduated from Oxon Hill High School. Charlotte worked as a draftsman for C&P Telephone, a Paste Up Typesetter for McDonald & Eudy Printers Inc., and General Imaging until her retirement in 2005. She had an artistic talent and a love for travel. Charlotte was happiest spending time with her family and friends. She was a kind and generous soul with a joyful nature. To Charlotte, no one was considered a stranger and her infectious personality was loved by all.  Her humorous wit and ability to make everyone laugh will be at the forefront of everyone's mind when they think of her.

Charlotte is survived by six siblings, Norman Gray, Jr. of Annapolis, MD, Ellen Yates of North Beach, MD, Robert (Lynn) Gray of Edgewater, MD, Karen (Dale) Dennison of Waldorf, MD, Stephen (Chris) Gray of Edgewater, MD, and Deborah Gray of Panama City Beach, FL.; five nephews, Bill (Kathy) Miller, Mark (Joanne) Miller, Dale Dennison, Matthew (Elisse) Gray, and Collin Gray; and four nieces, Stacy (Jim) Lyons, Kate (Matt) Moore, Kelsey (Michael) Goodfriend, and Lauren (Brian) Wells.

She was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, George Yates, and a nephew, Jim Miller.

Memorial contributions may be made, in Charlotte's name, to the <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=32112&32112.donation=form1&s_affid=83&_gl=1*1u221ls*_ga*MTgzMTE1MjAzMi4xNjkzMjI4NzM0*_ga_QSFTKCEH7C*MTY5MzIyODczMy4xLjEuMTY5MzIyODc2OC4yNS4wLjA.*_ga_9JTEWVX24V*MTY5MzIyODczMy4xLjEuMTY5MzIyODc2OC4yNS4wLjA">Alzheimer’s Association</a>, 502 Washington Ave., Ste 300, Towson, MD 21204 or <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">Hospice of the Chesapeake Foundation</a>, John and Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122. Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Linda Jean Fletcher, 60, a 23-year resident of Chesapeake Beach, MD, and previously of Bowie, MD, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD.

Born September 29, 1962, in Cheverly, MD to James W. Abbott Sr. and Joann C. Abbott, Linda obtained an Associate of Arts degree in Preschool Education. She worked as a preschool Teacher, Home School Teacher, Florist, and Office Manager for her Parent’s Business. Linda was a longtime member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Owings, MD.  She enjoyed taking care of her twins, grandniece, and nephews, going to Disney World, scrapbooking, and traveling.

In addition to her parents, Linda is survived by her husband of 36 years, Ray Fletcher; two children, Tim Fletcher of Frederick, MD and Lindsay Fletcher of Chesapeake Beach, MD; two siblings, James W. Abbott, Jr. and his wife, Janice Abbott of Crofton, MD and John M. Abbott and his wife, Tina Abbott of Glen Burnie, MD.

Interment will be held at a later date at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be in Linda's name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Patricia “Pat” Young, 80, of Edgewater, MD and previously of Kensington, MD passed away in Annapolis on August 23, 2023. Born on January 26, 1943 to the late John Crawford Bolt and Eloise Grey, she was a member of Mayo United Methodist Church. She enjoyed sewing, quilt-making, needlepoint, and her beloved dogs, Bella and Q-Tip. 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Young; her son, Johnny Young; her daughter, Lynne Bransome, and her grandson, Joshua Kirkpatrick. She is survived by her daughter, Cheri Jones; four granddaughters; thirteen great-grandchildren; two great-great-granddaughters; many nieces and nephews, beloved friends, and one special nephew, Rick Young. 

A funeral service will be held on September 30, 2023 at 1 pm at Mayo United Methodist Church, 1005 Old Turkey Point Rd. Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please donate in Pat’s memory to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Vaughn Edward “Pete “ Thomas, Jr. passed from this life on Tuesday the 22nd of August, 2023 from a long battle with cancer.   Pete was born on May 6, 1945 to Pete Sr. and Betty Thomas of New Castle, Delaware.  Pete was drafted into the United States Army where he served in Vietnam.  Pete met his wife, Sharon Penney, in Ocean City MD on the 5th of July 1968 and they were married on May 17, 1969. From that union they had Mike Thomas (Kristine Thomas), Paul Thomas (Christy Thomas) and Todd Thomas.  He had three grandchildren that he loved very much; Brandon Thomas, John Thomas and Madison Thomas.  Pete and Sharon lived in Cheverly MD then relocated to Edgewater MD to be closer to where the kids all lived.  Pete worked as a Fraud Investigator for the Bank of America for over 30 years.  He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, an organization he was very proud of being a member of.  Pete and four others started the Red Beret Junior Lodge that is part of the IOOF.  Pete was known for his pearls of wisdom one being ‘Here’s to you and here’s to me and may we never disagree but is we do the hell with you here’s to me.”  In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Pete’s name to <a href="https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/158661/Overview/?relatedId=158358">Wreaths Across America</a>.

Family and friends are invited to join in Pete’s life celebration on Wednesday, September 6 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 7 at 1:45 PM at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, 1122 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville.



Jason Lewis Hughes, 59, a five-year resident of Stevensville, MD and previously of Chester, MD passed away at home on August 22, 2023 after a two-year battle with bladder cancer. Born on June 5, 1964 in Baltimore, MD to Rayborn and Elsie Hughes, Jason graduated from Glen Burnie High School in 1982 and went on to receive a Bachelor of Science, Computer Science from Chapman University in 1989.

Jason served in the United States Air Force for four years, and was employed as the IT Assistant Director for the Comptroller of Maryland Information Technology Division for ten years. Jason loved cooking, outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, and kayaking, and was a fan of the Baltimore Ravens and the Baltimore Orioles.

In addition to his parents, Jason is survived by his beloved wife of six years, Tina DiGirolamo Hughes; sons, Jordan and Nathan Hughes; grandson, Camden Hughes, and sister, Jennifer Richardson.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Jason's life on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 2 p.m. until a memorial service begins at 3 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment is private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.


A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 29 from 12 pm to 2 pm at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.

Marian D. Smith
April 30, 1955 - August 19, 2023

Marian Denise Simmons Smith was born the first of three children to the late COL (Ret.) Jerry A. Simmons II, and the late Lula M. Simmons on April 30, 1955, in Heidelberg, Germany. Her parents knew she would be a force to be reckoned with as she arrived into the world a few months early, but her will to live never faltered. As a proud Army Brat, Marian blossomed at various military bases around the United States, but the heart of this baton-twirling majorette was always at home with her family in Miami and Cocoa, Florida.

Following her graduation from Howard University with a Master's Degree in Dental Hygiene and Human Development, Marian embarked on a journey as an educator, dedicating herself to nurturing young minds. For more than two decades, she thrived as a dental hygienist, ensuring the oral health of numerous patients. Later, she embraced the role of a small business owner and a university recruitment administrator, ushering hundreds of students through academic loopholes, helping them realize their academic aspirations. She married and birthed her only child, who she poured life, love, and joy into as a single mother.

After retiring, she became a compassionate caregiver for both of her parents and faithfully sought to ease the burdens of the elderly in the community. For 19 years, Marian cared for her mother as she navigated the turbulent waters of Alzheimer's Disease.

Marian found strength in the Lord as a member of Reid Temple AME Church, and she later studied to become a practicing Reiki Master, Meditation, Breathwork, and Shaman Energy Healer. She loved nature and was known for her ability to make absolutely anything grow. Marian was magically creative and enjoyed crafting, entertaining, gardening, coloring, painting, cooking, and creating thoughtful mementos for family and friends. Her smile could light up entire cities and her warm, bubbly personality turned strangers into friends while indulging her love for traveling.

Marian was happiness, sparkles, adventure, laughter, grace, beauty, and strength.

Marian was Love.

After being a 4-year Ovarian Cancer survivor, Marian Smith danced majestically into the sunrise of the hereafter on August 19, 2023.She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Tiffany Nicole Smith; two siblings, Angela Renee Simmons and Jerry Alfred Simmons III; an uncle, Frederick Simmons; an aunt, Gloria Simmons; several lovingly devoted cousins; and some of the best and most loyal friends on this side of creation.

Per Marian's request, there will be no funeral. She hopes to be remembered as a radiant reflection of God's love by all those who knew and loved her. Since her spirit has returned to the Almighty, a Celebration filled with happiness and gratitude will be held as her ashes are returned to the earth in Sedona, Arizona.

During her final, precious years, Marian was able to find comfort and community amongst fellow cancer survivors at HopeWell Cancer Support. In lieu of gifts and flowers, please consider making a donation to this organization that provides free services to cancer survivors, those still navigating their journey, as well as their families. https://www.hopewellcancersupport.org/donate


Angela C. Jennette, 80, a 30 year resident of Lighthouse Point, FL and previously of Edgewater, died on August 19, 2023 at Anne Arundel Medical Center after a five month illness.  Born in New York City on November 19, 1942 to the late Salvatore and Serafina Costa, she earned a BS in Biology and an MS in Microbiology.  Further schooling led to her earning her DMD in Dentistry, which led to her being the proprietor of her own dental practice.

She was a member of St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church in Lighthouse Point and previously was a parishioner at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Edgewater.  She loved taking long distance sailboat cruises with her husband, as well restauranting and listening to music.

Angela is survived by her husband of 53 years, Robert L. Jennette.  A celebration of her life is being planned at a later date in Florida.

Please leave a condolence for the family by signing the guestbook at the Memories tab located on the left side of this page.

Megan E. Allen, 58, a resident of Anne Arundel County, died on Friday, August 18, 2023 due to complications associated with MS. Born on December 29, 1964 in Allentown, PA to Charles Gingrich and Patricia Shrader, Megan was co-owner of Expressions Beauty Salon and a homemaker. She loved to travel, shop, host holidays and visit her beloved horses. Megan is survived by her children, Ryan Flett of Grasonville, MD, Collette Sansbury of Chesapeake Beach, MD and Brianna and Madison Allen both of Annapolis, MD and her grandchildren, Colton Denton, Baer Flett, Emma Masters and Rowen Flett.  
Friends are invited to celebrate Megan's life on Thursday, August 24 from 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page. 

James David Oldson
September 24, 1941 – August 18, 2023

James D. Oldson, PhD passed away on August 18, 2023 at the age of 81 in Edgewater, MD.  

Throughout his life, he earned the titles of beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather and friend.  His career included stints as a corporate executive, university professor, and consultant.  He was an active member of St. Mary’s Church in Annapolis, MD and served as a Eucharistic Minister to hospital patients, homebound communicants and at Sunday mass. He also served on St. Mary’s School Board. Jim loved his family, the NY Yankees, vanilla ice cream and imitating Donald Duck to any child who would listen.   
Jim was born in Hampton, Virginia in 1941 to James and Kathryn Oldson (nee Zephir). While his father served in the military, Jim lived in Virginia, Mississippi, Okinawa, and Louisiana. Jim graduated from St. John’s High School in Shreveport, LA where he was a star football player.  He earned his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Centenary College, his master’s degree in Accounting from Louisiana Tech University, and his doctorate in Business from George Washington University.  His professional career included twenty years as a manager and corporate executive with Montgomery Ward, Mobil Corporation and Bell Atlantic.  While earning his doctorate at George Washington University, he served as an adjunct professor teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in business management and public policy.  He also served as a consultant to NIH, the Pentagon, Johns Hopkins Medical School, Beretta Corporation, the National Cathedral, Hanwha Group, and the Department of Agriculture, among others.   After earning his doctorate, Dr. Oldson accepted visiting professor positions at Lincoln University in Christchurch, New Zealand; Loyola University in Chicago; Long Island University in New York; and Salisbury University in Maryland.  As a member of the International Academy of Management, Dr. Oldson presented research papers in Romania, Vancouver, Canada, and Chicago.  During his tenure in the education field, Dr. Oldson had a significant impact on both students and clients.  He was recognized by the GWU student body and Lincoln University with Outstanding Teacher Awards and was inducted into the GWU Emeritus Society.

Jim is survived by his wife, Phylis, daughters Lisa (Heiko) and Christine (Todd), sister, Katharine, nieces Rachel (Simon), Eden (Jerry), Melissa (Travis), nephews Darren (Jennifer) and Scott, sister-in-law, Judy, brother-in-law Rob (Linda), eight grandchildren (Nate, Sydney, Ros, Katie, Elliott, Amelia, Gigi, and Oliver), and great nieces and nephews (Amanda, Trevor, Zach, Sheinah, Amaris, Raenan, Asher).  Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Bill.  

A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, September 23rd, at 9:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church in Annapolis, MD.  In lieu of flowers, we would welcome contributions to the St. Mary’s Diversity Scholarship program in Jim’s memory.  Checks can be made payable to St. Mary’s School, with a note indicating the Oldson Diversity Scholarship program, and mailed to St. Mary’s School, 111 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD  21401. 

Please contact Phylis by Wednesday, September 20 if you plan to attend the reception afterward. 

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

William S. “Will” Larrimore, age 79 and a six year resident of Arnold and previously of Gambrills, died August 18, 2023 peacefully in his sleep.  Born in Baltimore on November 24, 1943 to the late Herbert F. and Lillian M. Larrimore, he graduated from Dundalk High School in 1961.  He was a talented baseball player who was scouted for minor league ball, but he had to turn that offer down after his father died and had to work to support his family.  He served his country as a member of the US Army from 1963 until his honorable discharge in 1965. He went on to earn a Masters Degree in Accounting, graduating Magna Cum Laude from the University of Maryland.  He owned and operated several Jackson Hewitt Tax Service offices at various locations before he semi-retired in 2020.   Will was a member of the National Association of Accountants and loved traveling.  He loved the frequent family gatherings at Widewater, VA, crabbing with his cousin Clay and working in his yard, but above all he was a very loving and devoted father and grandfather who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his parents, Will was preceded in death by his wife of 35 years, Barbara L. Larrimore and his brother, Herbert Larrimore, Jr.   He is survived by his daughter, Kathleen Eubanks and her husband William of West River, MD; his granddaughter, Jessica K. Byrd and her husband Robert; his great grandchildren, Harper and Grayson Byrd; his brother, David Larrimore and his wife Madge of Bath, NY; his sister-in-law and her husband, Carol and Woodrow Herring of Virginia; his loving partner, Nancy Ronsheim; and several cousins, nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to Will’s life celebration on Saturday, September 16 from 10-11, followed by a memorial service at 11, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Will’s memory be made to the Direct Relief, 6100 Wallace Becknell Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93117  or to the charity of one’s choice.  


Virginia “Ginny” Tarleton DiPompo, 84, an 18-year resident of St. Leonard and previously of Upper Marlboro and Camp Springs, MD, passed away at her home on August 18, 2023.  She was born on August 8, 1939 in Los Angeles, CA to the late Edwin and Mary Tarleton.  Because her father was a member of the U.S. Navy, Ginny’s family moved often across the country during her childhood.  She graduated from Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School.  In the 1990s, Ginny resumed her education and took college courses at Prince George’s Community College along with her daughter, Mary.
Once Ginny and her husband, Luke, started a family, she pursued a fulfilling career as a “Domestic Engineer”, making a comfortable home for her husband and daughters.  However, once all her children were in school, she decided to pursue other career interests working at the Seafarers International Union.
	Ginny enjoyed painting, traveling and watching NCIS (especially Mark Harmon).  Her greatest joy though was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
	In addition to her parents, Ginny was preceded in death by her loving husband, Luke DiPompo; her brother, Edwin O. Tarleton, her son-in-law, Richard Boyd and her granddaughter, Amber Boyd.  She is survived by three devoted daughters, Debra and William Brooks of St. Leonard and Lena DiPompo and Mary DiPompo-Boyd, both of Chesapeake Beach, MD; two sisters, Dianne T. Keely of Pennsylvania and Luise C. Hopper of Oklahoma; five grandchildren, Johnny J. Childress, Jennifer Duman, Nicole M. Fant, Anthony L. Fant and Samantha M. Peebles; and nine great-grandchildren.
	Friends are invited to celebrate Ginny’s life with her family on Wednesday, August 23 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD where Ginny’s funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 24 at 11 a.m.  Burial will follow immediately at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton, MD.
	In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the <a href="https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation.html/">American Red Cross</a> or <a href="https://fofcats.com/how-you-can-help/donate/">Friends of Felines</a .
	Condolences may be offered using the Memories link on the left side of this page.



Mr. William Franklin Kirby, Jr., age 84, passed away on August 16, 2023 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. He was known by his childhood nickname “Cotton” to his family and friends. Born on December 11, 1938, in Edgewater, Maryland to the late William Kirby, Sr. and Thelma Howard Kirby, he spent most of his life in the Arnold and Annapolis areas. He was a skilled electrician, initially working for his father’s company, Wm. F. Kirby and Sons Electric, and later the Naval Academy from where he retired. He enjoyed playing baseball in his younger years and golf in his later years. He was one of seventeen children with only one surviving brother, Ronald Kirby, of Stevensville, Maryland. He is survived by his three children, William Franklin Kirby, III, Jennifer Lee (Kirby) Berry of Knoxville, Tennessee, and Joshua Lee Coultas of Baltimore, Maryland; three grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews. Per his request, he chose to be cremated and did not want a funeral service. 

Stavroula D. Pantazes (née Hristodoulakou), age 72, passed away on August 15, 2023. Known as “Voula,” to her family and friends, she was a pious, kind, generous, and philanthropic person who touched many lives beyond the immediate family, to which she was so devoted.

Voula was born in Karvelas, Gytheio, Greece. Following her marriage, she arrived in Maryland, not speaking any English. Always eminently practical and determined, she quickly learned English and set about fitting into her newly adopted homeland. Voula was a devout Orthodox Christian and took great interest in the activities of St. Theodore Greek Orthodox Church. In her spare time, she cultivated her beautiful garden.

Voula was the daughter of the late Apostolos H. Hristodoulakos and Konstantina (née Haloulakou). She was the sister to Harilaos, Georgios, Panagiotis, and Thomas. She was also sister to the late Milia Hristodoulakou and Amalia Panagiotarakou (née Hristodoulakou). Voula was an aunt to nine nephews and seven nieces.

Voula was the beloved wife of the late Demetrios W. Pantazes and the devoted daughter-in-law to the late William P. Pantazopoulos (Pantazes) and Nola Pantazes (née Mallas), and sister-in-law to the late Peter W. Pantazes.

Voula is survived by her son, William D. Pantazes and her daughter, Joanna V. Pantazes.

A visitation will be held on Friday, September 1, 2023 from 10 am until the start of the funeral service at 11 am at St. Theodore Greek Orthodox Church, 7101 Cipriano Road, Lanham, MD 20706 followed by her interment at Maryland National Memorial Park, 13300 Baltimore Ave., Laurel, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Theodore Greek Orthodox Church. May her memory be eternal.

Tom always referred to himself as being “just a poor boy from Northeast saved by God’s grace.” Born August 9, 1935, in Washington, DC, he believed that through the early intervention and guidance of the nuns in the Catholic church, he found Jesus and the love of God. At just 5 years old, he was sent to live with Ma and Pa Weedon in Richardsville, VA. This family took him in during the summers and treated him as their own. His “brother,” Edgar Weedon, and family, were always a part of his life and remained close.

Tom was a faithful member of Heritage Baptist Church for the past 21 years where he taught Sunday School and was a Deacon. Tom and Dianne were married in the First Baptist Church of New Carrollton, MD, where they raised their two children and were extremely instrumental in the growth and support of the congregation. Tom took over running the Northeast Rescue Mission in the early 1980s. Through the mission and for over 40 years, Tom was instrumental in seeing that people were fed and clothed. His daughter joined the board of the mission in 2020 and took over running it in 2022. He raised his family and led his life by example and through the teachings of God’s word, and his faith and love of Jesus were paramount to all else. For him, God was always first followed by country and then family.

Tom enlisted and served nine years in the District of Columbia Army National Guard as a Reservist.

Tom was a proud graduate of McKinley Technical High School and was one of the Golden Techites—a McKinley alumni association Tom and other graduates helped create 50 years ago. He began the Antonielli Family Scholarship, which was awarded to a student entering college with the intention of studying Information Systems Technology or Education.

Wherever Tom was he was sure to greet people with a smile and, often, a song! He was known for treating all people with love and kindness and believed that all people were the same and deserved to be treated with respect. The name Antonielli is not easily lost, and his family can’t go anywhere without hearing, “I know your Dad.”

Tom was a teacher in Prince George’s public schools for over 40 years in the business education department. He taught and mentored students who were often at risk of dropping out and losing their way. He was firm and held his standards high, teaching in every interaction that being on time, honest, and forthright would get you far! Last September he attended the 50th Reunion for Parkdale High School. The number of students whose lives he touched was immeasurable. Many of his students have gone on to be business owners and tops in their fields, and they attribute their successes to his guidance and unwavering belief that they were worth fighting for and believed in them doing their best. Tom also taught at Strayer University in the District of Columbia part-time for over 40 years. Again, always guiding and directing, he supported and was in
awe of the women (often the ones taking his classes) who were single mothers, working full-time, and getting their education at night.

Tom loved the American standards and enjoyed singing along to Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and the like. He lived his life on his terms and like Frank sings, “he did it his way.” He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Dianne; his two children, Tom, Jr. (55) and Jenny (50) and his four grandchildren, Wade (24) and wife Zoe, Jake (22), Sam (20) and Liam (19).

Friends are invited to celebrate Thomas's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, August 18 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Funeral service will be held at Heritage Baptist Church, 1740 Forest Dr., Annapolis, MD on Saturday, August 19 at 11 am. Interment will be at Richardsville United Methodist Church Cemetery in Richardsville, VA on Monday at 11 am. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Charles Michael “Mike” Titsworth, 80, a fourteen-year resident of Davidsonville, MD and formerly of Annapolis, died of heart failure on Sunday, August 13 at his home. Born on April 24, 1943 in Sanford, FL to the late USN Lt. Commander Wilbur Wiggs Titsworth and Wilda Bradley Titsworth, Mike attended Oklahoma University and Cornell University. He was a man of Christian faith, genealogist, history buff, an avid train collector and a member of the Annapolis Rotary. Two great joys in Michael’s life were sponsoring midshipmen from the Naval Academy and going on vacation with all the grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. 

He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Donna M. Titsworth; his sons, Robert Glenn (Teri) Titsworth of Choctaw, OK and Michael Matthew Titsworth of Ellicott City, MD; his sister, Patricia (William) Morgan of Virginia Beach, VA and his grandchildren, Robert Kyle (Lanie), Michael Brian, Alicia Ryan and Jessica Leigh Titsworth. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer Leigh Titsworth. 

Memorial service will be held at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, August 22 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Riva Volunteer Fire Department, 3123 Riva Rd., Riva, MD 21140.

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Obituaries

Mark Demoss

William Cawthorne, VI

Frederick Silver

Michael Boyko

Clarence Layne

Marguerite Conte

William Bryant

Victor Ignacio

Charlotte Gray

Linda Fletcher

Patricia Young

Vaughn "Pete" Thomas

Jason Hughes

Travis Kramer

Marian Smith

Angela Jennette

Megan Allen

James Oldson

William Larrimore

Virginia DiPompo

William Kirby, Jr.

Voula Pantazes

Thomas Antonielli, Sr.

Michael Titsworth