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Dr. Michael Mitchell Belenky, 80, a thirty-three year resident of Arnold, died on Saturday, April 12 at his residence. Born on May 25, 1933 in Detroit, MI to the late Michael W. and Olga Belenky, Michael graduated from the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA in 1955 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology, from the University of Michigan Dental School in Ann Arbor, MI in 1961 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and from the Johns Hopkins University, School of Public Health in Baltimore in 1975 with a Master of Public Health degree. He served in the U.S. Army as an Artillery Officer from 1955-58 and as a Dental Corps Officer from 1961 until his retirement in 1980 as a Colonel. He served with the 173rd Airborne Brigade in Vietnam and his numerous assignments also included the 82nd Airborne Division, 10th Special Forces Group, U.S. Army Forces Command, U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command, and Headquarters, 7th Medical Command, United States Army Europe. He was awarded the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, Combat Medic Badge and Senior Parachutist Badge. After his retirement from the military, Michael was an Associate Professor at the University of Maryland Dental School, Department of Health Promotion and Policy, from 1983-2010. He was a Life Fellow of the American College of Dentists, a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, a Life member of the American Dental Association, the Maryland State Dental Association, the Baltimore City Dental Society, the American Dental Education Association, the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society, and the 173rd Airborne Brigade Association. Michael enjoyed military history, reading and international travel. He is survived by his wife, Mary F. “Mitzi” Belenky, whom he married on January 26, 1974; sons, Michael F. (Blythe) Belenky of Alexandria, VA and Alexis J. Belenky of Arnold; brother, Dr. Walter M. Belenky of Detroit, MI and 3 grandchildren, Sarah M., Emma F., and Michael C. Belenky, all of Alexandria, VA. Friends are invited to Michael’s Life Celebration from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9pm on Saturday, April 26 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A graveside service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in the name of Dr. Michael M. Belenky, Class of 1955, can be sent to the Virginia Military Institute Foundation Inc, PO Box 932, Lexington, VA 24450 or to the charity of your choice. An online guestbook is available by accessing the link at the bottom of this page.

Domenico D’Angelo
 
On April 11, Domenico D’Angelo, 92. Beloved husband of Nicoletta D’Angelo; loving father of Mario (Marilyn) D’Angelo and Rosanna (David) Farley; caring grandfather of Theresa (Erik) Sullivan, Nicholas (Kristy) D’Angelo and Michael D’Angelo; dear great-grandfather to Colin and Riley Sullivan, and Alexander and Isabella D’Angelo. 

A public viewing will be held on Tuesday, April 15 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, April 16 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 689 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD at 10am. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD.
 
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Of Forestville, MD on April 10, 2014; born on March 16, 1927 in Bayonne, NJ; beloved husband of Maria Isabel nee Casanova; devoted father of George, Martin Sean and James; grandfather of Phillip, Emily, Andrew and Aidan. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, in-laws and other relatives and friends. A Korean War Veteran, Tom continued to serve his country during a 32-year career as a chemist and manager with the Federal Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Tom was a well-read, well traveled man of outstanding intellect, deep faith and great generosity. Relatives and friends are invited to Tom's Life Celebration on Monday, April 14 from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD and on Tuesday, April 15 from 10am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am at Mt. Calvary Catholic Church, 6700 Marlboro Pike, Forestville, MD. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bishop McNamara High School, 6800 Marlboro Pike, Forestville, MD 20747 or www.BMHS.org (Please designate his name on the memo line if writing a check).

Daniel J. Donovan, 83 beloved husband of 57 years of Arminta, died Thursday Morning, April 10, 2014 at his home. He was predeceased by his parents, Henry J. and Eleanor F. (Sullivan) Donovan, brother, Robert J. and his wife, Joan and sister, Ellen K. Donovan. He is survived by nephew, Michael Donovan, nieces, Patricia Hall, Sharon Donovan and Jacqueline Vanacore, grandniece and grandnephew, Christine Dzurak and Robert Corbett and great-grand nephew and great-grand nieces, Sean, Cameron and Brandy Corbett and many cousins. Daniel was a member of Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Upper Marlboro, MD. He was a graduate of Binghamton North High School and served four years in the Strategic Air Command during the Korean War. For many years, he was in the carpet and construction business in the Maryland, Washington, DC and Baltimore areas. Friends may call at Most Holy Rosary Church, at the intersection of Rosaryville Rd. and Route 301 in Upper Marlboro, MD on Tuesday, April 15 from 9:30am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am. Interment on Wednesday, April 16 at 1:00pm at Calvary Cemetery in Johnson City, N.Y. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.

Elleanore O. Riordan, 89, of Las Vegas, NV, Alexandria, VA and Port Charlotte, FL, passed away April 10, 2014 at her home in Las Vegas, surrounded by pictures and mementos she cherished. She was born in Salt Lake City, UT to the late Wilfred and Elleanore Snowden. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert Riordan, her son, Richard Butterfield, brothers, Pat and Buddy Snowden and sister, Alice Mayhew. She is survived and loved by her son, Alan Butterfield and daughter-in-law, Linda Butterfield, sister Jackie Adams, 11 grandchildren, 24 great-granchilden, 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Red Hat Ladies of Las Vegas and the Lions Club of Florida. She and "Bobby" owned and operated the Calvert Restaurant on Lee Hwy. in Alexandria, Va for over 30 years. She was an avid reader and traveled throughout the world. Friends may call at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, MD on Wednesday, April 23rd from 10am until service time at 11am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

On Thurday, April 10, 2014; the beloved husband of Amanda Wells. Family and friends are invited to Ted's Life Celebration of Saturday, April, 19 from 1-3pm and again on Sunday, April 20 from 1-3pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment will take place at a later date in the Republic of the Philippines. Please leave your thoughts and memoires by signing the guestbook located below.

Ray Addison Thrift, Sr., age 70, a resident of Glen Burnie and previously of Davidsonville, died on Wednesday, April 9 at the Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Born in Washington, D.C., Ray served the community as a police officer with the Anne Arundel County Police Department for 30 years. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #213 in Glen Burnie. Ray was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Faye Thrift who died on August 26, 2003. He is survived by four sons, Vernon R. Thrift of Bruceton Mills, WV, Ray A. Thrift, Jr. of Indian Head, Kevin L. Thrift of Annapolis and Thomas B. Thrift of Pasadena; a sister, Dianne Sanner of Huntingtown; 8 grandchildren and a great grandson. Friends are invited to Ray’s Life Celebration from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9pm on Monday, April 14 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater where his funeral service will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, April 15. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Concerns of Police Survivors, P.O. Box 393, Princess Anne, MD 21853. An online guestbook is available

John Patrick Stakem, Sr., of Odenton, passed away April 9 after a brief battle with cancer. John was born December 30, 1936 in Washington, D.C. to the late James and Dora Swann Stakem. He is survived by his devoted wife, Joan; children, John (Suzie), Chris (Marianne), Mary (Steve), Kathy (Troy), Tim, Tom (Denise), and Stephen; nine grandchildren: Megan (Dan), Ryan, Samantha, Andrew, Benjamin, Eric, Nick, Tim, and Nell; brothers James, Martin and Cecil, and a host of other close relatives and friends. Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 4pm and from 6 to 8pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, April 14, 2014 at 10am at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1283 Odenton Road, Odenton, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Forestville Pregnancy Center, 3611 Branch Ave, Temple Hills, MD 20748. Online guest book available at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com.

Daniel Edward Kern, Sr.
 On Wednesday, April 9, 2014. The devoted husband of Shirley A. Kern; cherished father of Daniel Kern, II and Kevin Kern; brother of Dorothy Ottle; grandfather of Tammy, Taylor and Daniel Kern, III. Also survived by eight great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday, April 16 from 10am until time of funeral service at 11am. Interment MD Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham.

Marjorie May Duckett Clayton
Age 93, of Edgewater, MD died April 8, 2014 at home of natural causes.

Marjorie was born on January 26, 1921 in Davidsonville, MD, the second child of Kenneth Harrison Duckett and Dorothy May Duckett. She graduated from Annapolis High School and Strayer Business College. She began her career with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (F.B.I.) where she met her future husband. She also worked as a secretary and legislative assistant for 5 years with the Maryland State Department of Legislative Reference and Secretary and Editorial Clerk for 5 1/2 years with the U.S. Navy Ship Research and Development Center, Annapolis, MD and Secretary for the Local Government Committee during the 1967 Constitutional Convention. She was also employed as secretary by the State Administrative Board of Election Laws, the Secretary of State for the State of Maryland and served in various capacities including the office of the Attorney General during nine sessions of the Maryland General Assembly.

She lived in St. Margaret's for 17 years, then Ocean City for 25 years and finally Edgewater for the past 13 years. She enjoyed her winters, going to Bradenton, FL and later Stuart, FL to escape the cold months. She also enjoyed the Florida Keys and her little hide-away at Breezy Palms in Islamorada. Her hobby was her family, her four boys and their wives and her six grandchildren. She enjoyed the beach ("Any Beach"), boating and fishing/crabbing. She also enjoyed traveling and made several lengthy travel trailer trips across the United States and to New England to see as much of the country as she could.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James M. Clayton, Sr., who died a year ago. They were inseparable for 70 years. She was also preceded in death by her older brother, Kenneth Harrison Duckett, who died June 19, 2011.

She is survived by her younger brother, George Stephen Duckett of Easton, MD and his wife, Joan. She is also survived by her four sons, James M. Clayton, Jr. and his wife, Andrea of Severna Park, Randall S. Clayton and his wife, Elba of Key West, FL and Larry D. Clayton and his wife, Sherry of Edgewater and David H. Clayton and his wife, Barbara of Severna Park, and her grandchildren, Marcy and husband, Tom Rickloff, Amy and husband, Gregg Speed, Laurie and husband, Jeff Powell, and Brooke Clayton, Evan Clayton, Lindsay Clayton, and her special 2:00 visitor, the daughter she had always wanted, Natalie.

Marjorie was especially determined to stay here long enough to meet her first great-grandbaby and thanks to Amy and Gregg, she had several wonderful visits from baby Garrett born March 21, 2014.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00am Friday, April 11 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Graveside services will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity.

On Tuesday, April 8, 2014; the beloved son of Steve and Lufreda Pyles. He is also survived by his siblings and many other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Clarence's Life Celebration on Monday, April 14 from 10:00am until service time at 11:00am at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Arlington National Cemetery on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at 2pm. Please meet at the Administration Building at 1:15pm.

Doris Sasse Halter

Doris Sasse Halter, “Nan”, a 35-year resident of Annapolis, previously of Silver Spring and Philadelphia, passed away of natural causes on April 6, 2014 at Genesis Spa Creek Center. She was 93.

Born July 1, 1920 in Germantown, PA to the late Herman and Violet Sasse, she was a 1938 graduate of Germantown High School. Nan was a homemaker and worked as a clerk at Leeds & Northrup in Philadelphia. She also loved to volunteer her time at the Clothes Box at Anne Arundel Medical Center, schools and libraries in the Montgomery County School System as well as an election poll volunteer in Montgomery County.

Her interests included; sewing, walking, gardening, reading and crafts. She also enjoyed live theatre, movies, travelling and spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, C. William Halter in 2000 and her son Kenneth R. Halter in 2005.

She is survived by her daughter Linda H. Webb of Annapolis, grandchildren; Kenneth R. Halter, Jr., Timothy D. Halter, William T. and Megan L. Webb and Jennifer T. Purgason.

Family will receive friends at 860 Clubhouse Village View on Saturday, April 26 from 3-5pm. Flowers are welcome but if you choose, memorial contributions may be made to the Heritage Harbour Health Group, 801 Compass Way South, Annapolis, MD 21401 or to Believe in Tomorrow House by the Sea, P.O. Box 3627 Ocean City, MD 21843. An online guest book is available at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com.

John Patrick “Pat” O’Toole, 68, a resident of Annapolis Roads for more than eight years and previously of Columbia, MD, died on Sunday, April 6 at his residence, one year after being diagnosed with esophageal cancer. Born on April 3, 1946 to the late John and Rose O’Toole, Pat was a State Farm Agent in Silver Spring, MD from 1977 until his retirement in 2012. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, reading, chess, yoga, meditation and living life to the fullest. In addition to his parents, Pat was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas R. O’Toole. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Barbara Sue “Susie” O’Toole; son, John Byron (Elaina) O’Toole of Annapolis, MD; daughter, Jennifer Rebecca (Brian) Krebs of Annandale, VA; brothers, Michael J. O’Toole of Welcome, MD and Stephen A. O’Toole of Orange Park, FL; grandson, John Byron O’Toole, Jr. and granddaughter, Reagan Rose O’Toole both of Annapolis, MD. Friends are invited to Pat’s Life Celebration from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm on Friday, April 11 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9 am on Saturday, April 12 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, 5505 Hopkins Bayview Cir., Ste. 100, Baltimore, MD 21224. An online guestbook is available by clicking the tab on this page.

On Sunday, April 6, 2014; the beloved son of Eduardo A. and Ana G. Marquis; Loving brother of Teresa Marquis; nephew of Zolia Marquis, Amelia Perez, Gloria Marquis, Marco A. Belizaire and Carlos Blackburn. He is also survived by his beloved Fiance Lakeisha Burwell. Relatives and friends are invited to Michael's Life Celebration on Saturday, April 12 from 11:00am until service time at 12:00 noon at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment in Panama. Please leave your thoughts and memories by signing the guestbook located below.

Joanne Marie Starrett Hogan, “Jo”, age 61, a 34 year resident of Loch Haven, died on Saturday April 5 at her residence of natural causes. Born on October 22, 1952 in Washington, D.C. to the late John Edward and Marjorie Starrett, Jo was a 1971 graduate of Southern High School and a 1976 graduate of the Prince George’s Community College School of Nursing. She worked as a nurse in various specialties her entire career, she had a passion for taking care of others. Jo is survived by her husband, Robert L. Hogan, who she married on July 15, 1978; a son, Brandon Hogan of Charlotte, NC; a daughter, Katelyn Hogan of Charlotte, NC; a brother, John Starrett and his wife, Rebecca of Middletown, CT and two nieces, Laura Starrett of Middletown, CT and Nicole Starrett of Los Angeles, CA. Friends are invited to Jo’s Life Celebration from 6 to 8pm on Tuesday, April 8 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hope House, 26 Marbury Dr., Crownsville, MD 21032 or Pathways, 2620 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401. An online guestbook is available by clicking the link on this page.

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John Stanley Litz, 87, died in Annapolis on April 1, 2014.
 
John was born on April 23, 1926 in Rural Retreat, Virginia. John lived most of his adult life in Annapolis with his wife, Jeanette, of 57 years, who died earlier this year. John joined the Navy in April 1943 and served our country in World War II and the Korean War. John separated from the Navy with an Honorable Discharge in May 1953. Once John separated from the Navy, he made a career working for the U.S. Government in the D.C. Metropolitan area. John enjoyed the camaraderie of fellow Veterans at the VFW of Annapolis for many years. Once the VFW was closed, John maintained friendships at the Elks Club in Annapolis, and Knights of Pythias. John enjoyed his family and friends, and will be missed by many.
 
He is survived by three nieces, Carolyn S.Kramer of Edgewater, Brenda J. Covert of Greensboro, and Dorrie K. Davis of Annapolis, and their
 families.
 
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On Monday, March 31, 2014; the beloved son of Marian Lessey; husband of the late Shirley Ann Lessey; step-father of Jewelyn Pickeral and James Pickeral, Jr.; father of Diane Barrett, Damon Findley, Raphael Grant and Althea Regis-Yearwood. grandfather of Jalen Poindexter and Joseph Pickeral; brother of the late Julianna Lessey and Edmund Lessey. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. There will be no scheduled services. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Grenada. Please leave your thoughts and memories by signing the guestbook located to your left.

Jeanne A. Dillard
 
Jeanne Alexander Dillard died on March 31, 2014 at the age of 91. She was born in Sistersville, WV. Jeanne was a believer in the value of lifelong education and completed a BS from Lander University, a MA from University of Puget Sound and Ph.D. (all but dissertation) from the University of Maryland. She was a public school teacher living and working throughout the US and ended her career teaching in elementary schools in Montgomery County, MD from 1966 to 1985. She retired in Shepherdstown, WV.
 Jeanne lived an exciting life enjoying world travel (to most continents), playing Bridge, enjoying the company of her many friends and family, attending her church and cooking. She assured those close to her that she accomplished most of her dreams and had a long and wonderful life. 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. George H. L. Dillard; one daughter, Jeanne Dillard Bouberhan; two brothers and one sister.
 Jeanne is survived by two sons, George L. Dillard of Hartsburg, MO and David S. Dillard of Newark, DE; one sister, Rita Butler of Centerville, OH and seven grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.
 There will be a celebrating Mrs. Dillard on Saturday, April 19 at 1:30PM at the Episcopal Church of Shepherdstown. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.

Jesse "Jaybird" Andrew Thorne, III, a lifelong resident of Edgewater died at his home on March 31, 2014. He was 49.
 
Born July 20, 1964 to Maureen and the late Jesse A. Thorne, Jr., in Annapolis, he graduated from South River High School. Jesse was employed as an HVAC sheet metal mechanic with sheet metal union #100. He was a self taught musician and was able to play the bass, guitar, washtub bass, mandolin and standup bass. Jesse enjoyed music, fishing and boating.
 
In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, Jan Eric Thorne of Odenton.
 
Friends are invited to Jesse's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater on Wednesday, April 9 from 6pm until time of memorial service begins at 7pm. Interment private.

Obituaries

Michael Belenky

Domenico D'Angelo

Thomas O'Brien

Daniel Donovan

Elleanore Riordan

Theodore Wells

Michelle Miranda

Ray Thrift

John Stakem

Daniel Kern

Marjorie Clayton

Lucy Johnson

Clarence Pyles

Doris Halter

Patrick O'Toole

Michael Marquis

Joanne Hogan

Charles Eason

Helen Blair

John Litz

Joseph Lessey

Jeanne Dillard

Jesse Thorne

Margaret Yarrison