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Ralph Horace Myers, 69, of Edgewater, MD, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 5, 2023. Ralph was born on June 24, 1953 to the late Horace and Pattie Myers and spent his childhood at their delicatessen on MacArthur Blvd in the Palisades neighborhood of Washington, DC. 

At the age of 20, in July of 1973, Ralph began his apprenticeship at L.P. Steuart as an automotive mechanic and continued to work as an auto body technician until his unofficial retirement in 2018. 

He spent the greater half of his life in Edgewater, MD, where he found great joy being on the South River and teaching his sons how to drive boats on Beards Creek. He was heavily involved in his two son’s activities and could be seen holding the chains at football games or working the penalty box at hockey games. 

Ralph is survived by his sons, Matthew Myers and Patrick Myers; Patrick’s wife and Ralph’s daughter-in-law, Moji Myers; his older sister Elissa Weeks and her children, Brendan Weeks and Colleen Holloway. A celebration of Ralph’s life will be held at the American Legion Post 7, 1905 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, MD, on Sunday, June 25, 2023 from 2 to 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the automotive collision program at your nearest vocational center. 

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Lora Elaine Seipp (nee Donnelly), 93, a resident of Annapolis, MD died on June 4, 2023 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center. Born on April 26, 1930 in Mexico, MO to the late Martin Francis and Grace Ruth Henderson Donnelly, Elaine graduated from Eugene Field Elementary School, Mexico Senior High School and DePaul School of Nursing in St. Louis, MO, where she graduated as an RN. She worked as an RN for about five years before starting to raise a family. Elaine met her future husband, LeRoy E. Seipp Jr., in St. Louis, MO at a dance at the Soldiers Monument. 

LeRoy was in the Air Force attending Parks College of Aeronautical Technology of St. Louis, where he graduated as a reciprocating airplane mechanic.  They were married on September 13, 1952 at St. Matthias Church in Lanham, MD and they raised their children in Tracy’s Landing, MD. Elaine attended Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in West River, MD. She was a prolific reader of history, literature, art and poetry and had an almost total recall. Her history emphasis was British. Elaine loved visiting with her children and grandchildren, loved flowers, plants and doing puzzles on her iPad.  Her son, Lee took her many times to art museums in D.C. and Baltimore, occasionally to non-art museums. She visited the National Arboretum in D.C. twice a year for decades and had numerous visits to Longwood Gardens, PA.

Elaine is survived by her children, Susan Elaine Owen, LeRoy Edward Seipp, III, Mary Katherine Kalins, John Martin and Joseph Samuel Seipp; her sister, Marjorie Louise; her grandchildren, William Mathew Seipp, James Benjamin Seipp, Sara Elizabeth Seipp, Tracy Marie Picot, Kathryn Elaine Owen, Emily Elizabeth Owen, Jenna Elisabeth Mitchell, Eve Marie, and Elyse Marie; and great-grandchildren, Luna Kokoro, Mei, Adrien Lorenzo Quinten, Becca Lyn, Abbie Elisabeth, Ethan Alexander, Jesse Adrian, Emma Rae, and Owen.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Sally Anne Leapley; her former husbands, LeRoy E. Seipp, Jr. and Dick Poss and her sisters, Margaret Frances, Dorothy Jean and Charlotte Grace.

Friends are invited to celebrate Elaine’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, June 8 from 6 to 8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Rd., West River, MD on Friday, June 9 at 11 am. Interment St. James' Parish Cemetery in Lothian, MD.  Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Michael A. Santini, a lifelong resident of Edgewater, MD, died on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, MD.  Known to everyone as Mike, he was born on July 12, 1993 in Gaithersburg, MD to Sergio A. and Kimberly Y. Santini.  Mike graduated from South River High School in 2011 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Towson University in 2016.  He worked as a Physical Education Teacher for special needs children at Stephen Decatur Middle School in Clinton, MD, and Princeton Elementary School in Camp Springs, MD.  Mike enjoyed all sports, especially MMA and football. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two siblings, Enrico and Francesca Santini, both of Huntingtown, MD, and four nieces, Giuliana, Giselle, Andrea, and Alessia Kerr. Friends are invited to celebrate Mike’s life on Friday, June 9 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where a funeral service will be held on Saturday, June  10 at 11 am. Please take a moment to leave the family a condolence by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Thomas Gordon James, 78, a 51-year resident of Fort Washington, Maryland passed away on June 4, 2023 at Inova Alexandria Hospital ending three years of valiantly surviving lung cancer.

Thomas was born on January 26, 1945 in Harlem, New York to the late William Everett Gordon and Catherine Amelia Cecelia James (nee Charles). He attended public schools in his Harlem neighborhood finishing his public school education at the High School of Music & Art, a public specialized high school colloquially known as "The Castle on the Hill,"  located then in the campus of the City College of New York. He majored in art and, loving music, he sang in the school chorus and All City Chorus. Post high school he attended The Manhattan School of Music, a private music conservatory, for one year before entering the army.

Thomas served as a sergeant of a casket team at Arlington National Cemetery and later as a reservist after relocating to Washington DC and joining the Metropolitan Police Department. There he served for over twenty years while completing his college studies with a degree in Criminal Justice from American University. He finished his career at the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission Police Department.

Thomas enjoyed crosswords, word finds, and his grandchildren. Always ready with a lap and a book, and, introduced to jazz by a High School friend it became a lifelong joy, passion, and comfort.

In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his brothers William Alfred Gordon and Eugene James. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Beatrice Cooper James; his children, Gordon Christopher James (Ingrid Evette nee Travis) and Crystal Elizabeth James; his grandchildren, Astrid Camille, Makenzie Victoria, and Gabriel Evan; his beloved nieces Daisy Heredia (Fernando), Diane Cooper, and Carolyn Cooper, his niece and playmate Stella Gordon; and a host of cousins, great and great-great-nieces, great and great great-nephews, and cherished friends.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Thomas’ life on Saturday, June 24,2023at 11 am at St, John’s Episcopal Church Broad Creek, 9801 Livingston, Fort Washington MD 20744 with burial immediately following the service in the church graveyard. The services will be live-streamed on both Facebook.com/StJohnsBroadCreek and YouTube.  https://tinyurl.com/SJBC-at-YouTube-June-24-2023



Georgia Clair Daly, born Georgia Clair Liston in Glen Ellyn Illinois in November 1955, was the daughter of the late John W. Liston and Patricia Liston. Georgia was the older sister of Ben Liston and Renee Leary, and the younger sister of Casey Liston. 

Georgia grew up in Glen Ellyn Illinois, and in her teens moved to Grosse Point Michigan. After graduating from Grosse Point High School she attended Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington Illinois, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in 1978. Georgia then joined the U.S. Navy as a Navy Nurse Corps officer. While assigned to Bethesda Naval Hospital in Washington DC in 1979, Ensign Georgia Liston met Ensign Joe Daly; they married two years later in May 1981. Through 20 years of Joe’s career as a Navy officer, Georgia served as a nurse in many different assignments all over the country as they moved together.  She and Joe settled in the Annapolis Maryland area in 1990. She remained in the U.S. Navy as a Reserve Officer and an Operating Room Nurse once she left active duty in 1983, retiring as a Navy Commander in 2007. Georgia and Joe did not have children but was very involved in the upbringing of her sister Renee’s three boys and in their family.

Georgia enjoyed cycling, music, tennis, and was an avid reader. After retirement in 2017 she learned to play golf and that became her recreational focus in several women’s golf leagues and the U.S. Naval Academy Gold Club.   She is survived by Joe Daly, her husband of 42 years; her mother, brother, and sisters; her three nephews: Dan, John, and Patrick Leary; and other family members.  A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 from 6-8 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 10:30 AM at St. John Neuman Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD. She will be buried following the funeral in the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville.  


Lawrence L Bozzella
March 31, 1944 – June 3, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Lawrence “Larry” Bozzella, who left us on June 3rd, 2023. He was a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend.  His departure has left a void in our hearts, but we find solace in celebrating the extraordinary life he lived.

Born on March 31, 1944 to a large family, he was the fifth of six siblings.  He was raised in Hyattsville, MD.  As a child, his mom always said he was the best baby and easiest to raise.  As a young man he was always enthusiastic, driven and wanted to excel at anything he did.  He was a great athlete and excelled at wrestling for Northwestern HS. He received a bachelor’s degree from East Stroudsburg College and a master’s degree from George Washington University.

Larry possessed a myriad of talents and interests, all of which contributed to his remarkable journey. He was an admired math teacher having taught at several high schools in PG County, MD and retiring from Frederick Douglas.  

His passion for wrestling took him from athlete to coach (Northwestern HS and Southern HS), referee, tournament coordinator and advocate for the sport. In 1998, he was awarded the “Service to Wrestling Award” by the MPSSAA. In 2003, his dedication to the sport of wrestling earned him a spot in the Maryland State Wrestling Hall of Fame.  
It was through teaching and coaching that he impacted the lives of many young people, often changing the trajectory of their course.  Over the years, Larry remained close friends with many of those he previously mentored. 

Above all, Larry treasured his relationships with his family and friends. He had four children whom he adored.  He loved taking his kids out on the water to fish, crab or just for a cruise.  He spoiled them in Ocean City, MD many summers.  And, as they became young adults, he supported them as they found their paths in life.  In later years, he enjoyed lunches with his siblings, golf with his buddies and time on the sidelines watching his grandkids play various sports.

In the midst of grief, we hold dear the cherished memories we shared with Larry. His legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to have known him.  

Larry is survived by his loving children Lawrence M Bozzella, Kristen Dixon (Paul) and Kevin Bozzella (Denise), his grandchildren Brittane, Faith, Sarah and Charlie, his great-grandson Blake, and his siblings Jack Bozzella (Maro), Carol Campbell, Maxine Gatling (Don), Edward Bozzella (Gail) and Jane Grant along with many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his son John Bozzella (Cindy).

During this difficult time, let us come together to support one another and celebrate the beautiful life that he led. 
Friends, family, and all whose lives were touched by his presence are invited to join us in paying tribute to this extraordinary individual on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 2 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the <a href="https://www.iatspayments.com/saaura/PAB8330EE0533BF9EB">Arundel Rivers Federation</a>, PO Box 760, Edgewater, MD 21037.

Please leave a condolence for the family by signing the guestbook at the Memories tab located on the left side of this page.

James Robert Goss passed away on June 3rd, 2023. He was 55 years old.

James was born on July 14th, 1967, to the late Robert and Edna Goss. He grew up in Oxon Hill, Maryland and spent his adult years residing in Fort Washington, Maryland. He was an avid sports enthusiast collecting college and professional football memorabilia including a large hat collection that he was most proud of. There wasn’t a statistic he didn’t know, or a player he couldn’t name. His love for Notre Dame sports was unmatched.

Along with his parents, he is predeceased by his favorite brother-in- law TJ Redefer.

He is survived by his sister, Bobbie Redefer of Dewey Beach, DE, niece Leigh Ann Winslow (Thurman), nephew Jack Redefer (Kirstin), great niece Olivia M. Winslow, great nephew John E. Redefer V “Joe”, cousins Jackie Rupp, Lori Jupin, Leslie Breite, Laura Mardo, Linda Draves, Andy and Marcus Jupin, and best friend Harry Parker.

A visitation will take place on Tuesday, June 13th from 11-12, with a memorial service to begin at 12 noon, Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory: 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery.

On Friday, June 2, 2023, Steve Schult of Galesville, Maryland, cherished husband of Susan Schult; proud and loving father of Patti Helferstay (Chip) and Nicki Ault (Colin); adoring grandfather of Kinsey Helferstay; beloved brother of Susan Hull (Doug) and Thomas Schult (Rebecca);  treasured uncle to ten nieces and nephews and four great nieces and nephews, passed away.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Joan and Cortlandt Schult.  

Steve grew up on Long Island, NY; Merritt Island, Florida; and landed, happily, in Bowie, MD, where he raised his family.  He loved Bowie, and much of Bowie loved him.  He was a 1974 graduate of Bowie High School, and a long-time (and somewhat infamous) lifeguard at Whitehall Pool.  

He enjoyed vacations at his parents’ home on Lake George, and, as he did everywhere, made life-long friends there.

Steve married Susan (formerly Shulack), a Jersey girl, in 1989.  Susan was the love of his life, and they enjoyed the beach, boating, Buffett, and, more recently, traveling. 

In 1990, they moved to Amethyst Lane in Bowie, and their tight-knit group of neighbors there became another family.   

Steve had a successful career, working at Melvin Motors in Bowie and then, for 30 years, for Coca-Cola Enterprises. He retired last year.  But his focus was always on his family.  His daughters – and, later, their husbands and his granddaughter -- were the very center of his life.  He coached softball for 7 years, well beyond the time his own girls were on the team.  Steve was proud of Patti and Nicki’s accomplishments in swimming (although he certainly did hate swim meets!).

Steve was at his happiest on the water.  He was a competitive sailor, a dedicated fisherman, and an avid boater.  In 2021, he and Susan left Bowie to live on the West River in Galesville.  

Friends are invited to celebrate Steve’s life on Friday, June 9 from 9 am until a funeral service begins at 11 am at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403, (410)268-8816. Condolences may be made online using the Memories tab on this page.

Charles Paul Carlow, 85, “Paul”, a resident of Mayo, MD and previously of Wesley, Maine passed away at his home on Thursday, June 1, 2023 after a one-year battle with cancer.

Paul was born on March 18, 1938 in Wesley, Maine to the late Charles and Georgia Carlow. He was the proud owner/operator of Bayside Inn in Mayo. Paul’s interests included cutting his lawn, golfing, fishing and going to the beach.

Paul is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Freda L. Carlow; his daughters, Leilani Carlow of Easton, MD and Melissa Carlow of Pensacola, FL; his step-children, Curtis (Jennifer) Green, Merl (Dawn) Green, Valerie Ann Cox, Jeff Glenn, Brian Glenn, Lori Glenn and Jennifer Lyon; one brother, Richard Carlow of Wesley, ME. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Austin (Lauren) Green of Suffolk, VA, Rebecca Green of Suffolk, VA, Danielle Nutting of Garmish, Germany, Mackenzie Nutting of Virginia Beach, VA and Faith Nutting of Easton, MD

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Paul’s life on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037 where his funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 7 at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Dr. Sandra Carroll-Williams entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 1, 2023. Sandi was born and raised in Washington, DC, descending from six generations of Washingtonians. She received her BS in Education from DC Teachers College, where she was a member of the Beta Iota chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She went on to become an accomplished educator earning her Masters from Virginia Tech and retiring from the DC Public School System after 32 yrs. of service. She continued her quest to educate by earning her PhD in Education and Public Policy from the Univ. of Illinois and becoming an Adjunct Professor at the Univ. of MD, College Park.  

She is preceded in death by her parents Herbert V. Carroll and Virginia M. Carroll.
Left to mourn her loss is her devoted husband of 58 years, Ernest Williams; children Kelsey Williams Brantley, Joelle Williams Patience, and Nathan V. Williams; grandchildren Gale Passé, Virginia Brantley, DéYon Stroud, Damion Williams, and Ian Patience; and great-grandchildren Noah Passé and Marley Jo Passé. Along with a host of cousins and friends.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sickle Cell Disease Assoc. of America.  At her request, burial arrangements will be private. Please express thoughts and condolences at the family’s guestbook at:
<a href="https://kalasfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Sandra-Carroll-Williams-9641/memories">Memories</a>



Konstantinos Filiopoulos, 92, a 54-year resident of Annapolis, Maryland, fell asleep in the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, May 31st, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family. 

Born on March 17th, 1931, in Oropedio, Grevena, Greece, to the late George and Daphne Filiopoulos, he will be remembered for his loyalty to his family and faith. “Papou” was always kind, giving and generous, and of a gentle nature. 

He was the beloved husband of 67 years to Stella, the loving father of Chris Filiopoulos and Daphne and Phil Galiano, and the cherished Papou of Joseph (Lina), Christina, and Eli Galiano. He is also survived by his brother Filip (Theodora) Filiopoulos and many nieces and nephews here, in Greece, and in Australia. He was predeceased by his brother Christos Filiopoulos and sisters Kaliope Toliopoulos and Vaia Goudounis.

His early years in Greece were met with the trials of poverty, the Italian and German occupations of Greece, and subsequent burning of his village, and the ensuing civil war. Later, to provide for his family, he worked in Dusseldorf, Germany, in the early 1960s. Then in 1969, he and his wife decided to pursue the American dream of better educational and economic opportunities for their children and immigrated to America, joining his sister Vaia and brother Filip in Annapolis, Maryland, to begin their new life. 

He worked in construction as a mason for the Robert A. Wolfe Company, working in many notable projects in the Annapolis area such as the industrial complex at Chinquapin Round Road and the Calvary United Methodist Church. Afterwards, he and his brother Filip formed F&C Filiopoulos Masonry Contractors and continued to apply their “old world” masonry skills and outstanding work ethic to many commercial and residential projects in the Annapolis area and the Eastern Shore. 

In his spare time, he enjoyed working on various woodworking and cabinetry projects and joining his wife in their various church activities. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his grandkids for Sunday family dinners. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate his life on Tuesday, June 6th from 5 to 8 PM at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 7 at 11 AM at Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD. Interment will follow at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church at this link: <a href="https://ss-constantine-and-helen-greek-orthodox-church.square.site/shop/2">HERE</a>

May his memory be eternal. 










  

	Norman Danforth Evans was born on Pearl Harbor Day, December 7, 1946, and died on Memorial Day, May 30, 2023, at age 76. He was red, white and blue through and through. He was the son of Robert Carlisle Evans and Nellie Danforth Evans of greater Albany, New York. In childhood, he attended Bethlehem Central High School. He also attained the level of Eagle Scout. In 1969, Norman graduated Rensselaer Polytechnique Institute in Troy, NY with a degree in electrical engineering and had already acquired his security clearances. He later obtained a master of electrical engineering from Northeastern University in Boston. 
	Norman was a product of the Sputnik generation. He worked in radar, sonar and signal processing. As a private contractor, he devoted a lifetime of service to many special agencies that protect the United States including the CIA, the NRO, the Bush Center and more. He traveled for his country to such prestigious sites as Sandia National Labs and Alice Springs, Australia. He worked on many familiar projects such as the Motorola satellite phone, placing 70 satellites in geosynchronous orbit around the globe, and the Guardian Project, placing anthrax detectors around every military base in the country to screen against bioweapons attacks, thus protecting service men and women. One of Norman's most proud moments was being personally asked to edit the book Optimum Array Processing: Detection, Estimation and Modulation Theory by Harry L Van Trees.
	Norman settled in Anne Arundel county Maryland in the mid 1980s and married Anne Le Baron Miller of Roanoke, Virginia in July of 1993. They had one daughter Sarah Talbott Danforth Evans born in 1995.
	For hobbies, Norman enjoyed hiking, camping, ham radio, and traveling. He had been an avid outdoorsman. He supported the Appalachian Trail all of his life. He also enjoyed traveling abroad with his wife and daughter to such nations as Greece, Italy, Israel and the UK.
	Norman was a lineal descent of Thomas Danforth of the Massachusetts Bay Colony, a conservative Puritan who lead opposition to British control in the colonies, and was the founder of Framingham, Massachusetts. Norman was proud of his heritage.
	Norman is survived by his wife Anne L. Evans, and daughter Sarah T. D. Evans and two younger brothers, Jeffrey and Douglas Evans, as well a nephew Alexander H. C. Evans.
            Family and friends are invited to celebrate Norman’s life on Friday, June 9 from 2 to 3 PM, followed by a memorial service at 3, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  


All services for Mr. Edwards will be private at this time. Please take a moment and leave a condolence for his family by using the Memories tab on this page.

LORRAINE ELLEN CYBULSKI (McDONALD)
September 1938 – May 2023

Lorraine Cybulski, formerly of Clinton, MD, passed on the morning of May 29, 2023 at Spring Hills Mount Vernon Assisted Senior Living Facility in Alexandria, VA. Lorraine succumbed peacefully to complications from a stroke with her daughter, Diane, at her side.

Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents John E. McDonald and Johanna Bromley, her sisters Marguerite Carlson and Mary Fritz, and her husband Frank J. Cybulski.

Lorraine is survived by daughters Diane Roof and Kathy (Rick) Kumm; son John F. (John Crawley) Cybulski; sister Dorothy Lagerstedt; grandsons James (Carol) Kumm, Jeffrey Kumm and Shawn (Nicole Danielle Baird) Roof; granddaughters Jessica (Kyle) O’Brian and Mindy (Nathan Fletcher) Wade; five great grandchildren; six nieces and nephews; and many grandnieces and grandnephews.

Lorraine was born in Seattle, WA and grew up in Bossburg, WA on the banks of the Columbia River.  Lorraine met her future husband, Frank, while he was stationed at Fairchild AFB near Spokane, WA.  They married in 1958 at the Coeur d’Alene, ID, Court House, and their first child, Diane, was born later that year.

Lorraine traveled widely with Frank for the Air Force with stops in California, Colorado where their second child Kathy was born, Oklahoma where their third child John was born, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and finally Maryland. During their travels, Lorraine was a punch card operator for local telephone companies before becoming a full-time mother after the birth of her second daughter Kathy.

Family and friends are welcome at visitations that will be held on Friday, July 14, 2023 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM and again from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held later on a date and time to be determined at the Old Post Chapel, 204 Lee Avenue, Fort Myer, VA. Lorraine will be laid to rest with Frank at Arlington National Cemetery. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, October 19th, 2023 at 12:45 PM at the Old Post Chapel on Fort Myer, VA. Please arrive to Fort Myer by 12 noon with a government-issued ID for each person over the age of 16. 

Though expressions of condolence are welcome, Lorraine was fond only of tulips. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Lorraine’s name to The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, https://www.nationalshrine.org/donate/ or 400 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, D.C. 20017.






Stephen Wayne Beall, 61, was born in Washington DC, he moved to Edgewater as a child and that is where he called home. Steve was preceded by his beloved parents, Earnest Vincent and Linda Carol Beall (Taylor). He was the eldest of four boys. Pre-deceased by a beloved brother and Friend George "Tommy" Thomas Beall survived by brothers Franklin Vincent Beall and Russel Preston Beall and a very special sister Patricia Patrone (Pat). The loving father of three, Krystal Elizabeth Beall, Kevin John Beall (Trina), and Angel Dawn Beall. Grandfather of Travis Jackson. Kylie Beall. Kacey Beall. A very special lady, Patricia Fritz, his loving partner. At this time I would like to take a moment to recognize their wedding ceremony as his "wife." Also survived by three loving sisters-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Steve had a passion and desire to help people. He was born with that passion and desire. He loved to build and make things with his hands, a skilled carpenter. A member of the Woodland Beach Volunteer Fire Department. Having relocated and lived in Greenville, Tennessee was a member of the Greenville Volunteer Fire Department. Steve long-time employee of Catlett's Towing in Davidsonville. There will be a life celebration for Steve on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 11 AM. at Adams Ribs in Edgewater MD, open to any and all who would like to come and celebrate the life of Steve. Please park the trucks. Please silence the calls. Still the slots and join us as we share The moments of Steve's life journey. Knobbing and towing. It is done. 

William C. “Bill” Mitchell, Jr., Esquire, passed away May 27, 2023 from congestive heart failure.  Born in Trenton, NJ on February 1, 1932 to the late William C. Mitchell, Sr. and Alice Rairdon Mitchell, he was educated at Loyola High School in Towson, MD, graduated from Georgetown Prep School in Garrett Park, MD, earned a BA in Philosophy from Catholic University in Washington, DC and his J. D from Catholic University as well.  He was married to Priscilla Church Mitchell for 22 years, his inseparable buddy since 1975.

Bill served in the United States Army as SP3, court reporter in Korea.  He was an attorney in private practice in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County beginning in 1962, a mediator, a temporary zoning hearing officer for Anne Arundel County, a hearing officer for the Board of Education and a real estate broker.  He was later admitted to the Court of Appeals of Maryland and the Federal District Court of the United States.

Bill had many professional memberships.  Those included the Maryland State Bar Association, a member and past president of the Anne Arundel Bar Association, the Anne Arundel County Bar Foundation, member and past president of the American Inns of Court, the Maryland Bar Foundation and the St. Thomas More Society.  He was past president of the Young Democrats of Anne Arundel County, a past member and vice president of the Young Democrats of the State of Maryland, and was a founder, attorney and member of many local and civic organizations.  He received many awards for leadership, outstanding service to various bar associations, pro bono service and public service.

He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Annapolis and sang bass baritone in the church choir for many years.  He also sang in the chorus of the Baltimore Civic Opera Company for five years.  Since 1968 he was a member of the Annapolis Yacht Club.  He was an avid sailor, sailing as first mate aboard the 60 foot log canoe “Mustang” out of Annapolis for 16 years, and as skipper of his own sailing vessels, “Inishbofin” and “Silver Lining”, with his first mate and wife Priscilla by his side.  He was also a member of the Colonial Players of Annapolis, Annapolis Elks Lodge 622 and former attorney and member of the Annapolis Opera Company.  He was Catholic, Irish, American and a Democrat, and proud of it.

Bill is survived by the love of his life, his wife Priscilla; his sister, Alice Fitzgibbon; five nephews and nieces and many grand nephews and grand nieces.
Family and friends are invited to a memorial gathering on Friday, June 16 from 4-7 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A memorial Mass will be offered on Saturday, June 17 at 9 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis.  Interment will be private.  


Arthur "Lee" Dove, Sr, age 89, joined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 27th, at his home in Davidsonville, MD while tending his garden. Born April 18th, 1934 in Chaneyville, MD, he was the son of Joseph Franklin Dove and Leona Emma Dove (Maxwell). He was a strong man of faith and shared the Word of God with everyone, wherever he went.

He was the sole proprietor of Dove Utility Contracting before returning to his family roots and pursuing his true calling of farming. He managed Willow Lake Farm in Davidsonville for the last four decades. He was highly respected throughout the farming community, and had a particular passion for raising beef cattle and maintaining the appearance of the farm. He was so grateful to share a strong bond and love with the Suraci family.

He was a member of Three Rivers Sportsman Club in Harwood, MD for several years where he won many trophies for his well trained hunting dogs. He managed the Davidsonville Little League baseball team for several years in the late 60s/early 70s, while winning several championships. Well known for his green thumb, he always had an amazing garden. He loved to share his harvest with others, especially his tomatoes. He passed his love for gardening and flowers to his children. He loved to spend time with his family and extended family, especially the young men who he mentored and grew close to over the years.

He was preceded in death by Elizabeth A. Dove (Burgan), his loving wife of 63 years, his parents, and 14 siblings.

He is survived by his four children, Arthur L. Dove, Jr. (Brenda) of Davidsonville, David (Scotty) Dove and Patricia S. Wood of Denton and Andy T. Dove (Amy) of New Church, VA: 7 grandchildren; Randy Perro (Rachel) of Greensboro, MD, Ashley Wood of Missoula, MT, Alison Fluharty (Eric) of Denton, Kimberly Wood of Denton, Andy T. Dove, Jr. (Frannie) of Reston, VA., Joshua Dove (Charisse) of Front Royal, VA., and Jacob Dove of New Church, VA.; 8 great-grandchildren; Gavin, Graham, Gwyneth, Gracie and Gabriel Perro of Greensboro, Elliot and Oliver Fluharty of Denton and Katie Dove of Reston, VA.; one brother,  Floyd Dove of Crownsville, MD, and one sister, Geraldine Eschinger of Easley, SC.

A viewing will be held at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD beginning at 10:00am on Monday, June 5th, followed by a funeral service beginning at 12:00pm. Everyone is welcome to attend the interment at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD, following the service.  


Martha Robey, 81, a thirty-eight year resident of Davidsonville, MD and formerly of Glenn Dale, MD died of cancer on Saturday, May 27 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. Born on October 31, 1941 in New Jersey to the late William and Martha Hunter, Martha graduated from Bladensburg High School and worked as a financial analyst with NASA at the Goddard Space Flight Center. She was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville. Martha lived for her family and was a devoted wife and mother. She loved watching her grandkids play sports and was extremely proud of her children and grandchildren in all of their endeavors.  Martha is survived by her husband of 62 years, George Robey, Sr.; her children, Sharon Shackelford and her husband, Jeff of Crofton, MD; George “Andy” Robey, Jr. and his wife, Delia of Bowie, MD, and Donna Spencer and her husband, Bruce of Davidsonville, MD; her siblings, Bill Hunter of Middletown, VA, Cecilia Hunter of Millsboro, DE and Pat DeMarco of Ashburn, VA; her grandchildren, Nick (Kasey) and Doug (Sarah) Shackelford, Alaina (Robbie) Lewis, Megan (Ricky) Schruefer, Andrew Robey,  Patrick, Cameron and William Spencer and her 4 great-grandchildren, Sloane, Lincoln, Franklin and Abigail Shackelford. Friends are invited to celebrate Martha’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday, June 7 from 4 to 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Thursday, June 8 at 11 am. Entombment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery Mausoleum in Davidsonville, MD.

Margarita “Nanay” Ramos Galeng passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at home surrounded by loved ones. Margarita was born on June 14, 1926 in San Marcelino, Zambales, Philippines. She was predeceased by her husband Nicholas Galeng Sr. and her daughter Maria Teresa Carbonell. She is survived by her 7 children, Alex, Amor, Julio, Nicholas Jr., Emmanuel, Benilda, Orland, and her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Margarita moved to the United States in 1989 to live out the rest of her life with family and helped with babysitting her grandchildren and the kids of close family. Aside from spending time with family, she loved The Price is Right, casino, crossword puzzles, gardening, singing and dancing.

Relatives and friends are invited to Margarita’s Life Celebration on Sunday, June 11, 2023 from 2 to 7 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, June 12, 2023 at 10 AM at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. 

A graveside service will be held on Friday, June 2, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suitland, MD. 

Mary Lee Lawson, 72, a resident of Millersville for eight years and previously of Annapolis, died May 25, 2023 in Millersville after a long illness.  Born in Washington, DC on April 24, 1951 to the late Grover Cleveland and Esther Lorraine Sears, she graduated from Southern High School and worked in the bookkeeping department for Home Depot.  In her spare time, she enjoyed being with her grandchildren and family. 

Mary is survived by her children, Dawn (Matt) Turner of Chester, MD and Marvin Lawson of Millersville; her siblings, Al (Carol) Sears of Fort Myers, FL, Linda Wright of West Virginia and Joyce (Jerry) Khulman of Fairhaven, MD; five granddaughters and one grandson.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother in law, Don Wright.

Family and friends are invited to Mary’s life celebration on Wednesday, May 31 from 3-6 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, June 2 at 11 AM, with burial to follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Annapolis.   


Obituaries

Barbara Nelson-Lewter

Vera Wilcox

Ralph Myers

Lora Elaine Donnelly

Michael Santini

Thomas James

Georgia Daly

Lawrence Bozzella

James Goss

Stephen Schult

Paul Carlow

Sandra Carroll-Williams

Konstantinos Filiopoulos

Norman Evans

Nacheshia Roy

Matthew Edwards

Lorraine Cybulski

Stephen Beall

William Mitchell, Jr.

Arthur Dove, Sr.

Martha Robey

Margarita Galeng

Caridad Wright

Mary Lawson