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On Monday, August 31, 2009 in Clinton, MD at the age of 92. He was retired from the Philippine Army where he served for more than 20 years. He was decorated with a Purple Heart and a survivor of the Bataan Death March. He loved fishing and spending time with his large family. He was the beloved husband of Iluminada Climacosa. Relatives and friends are invited to Mr. Climacosa's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Thursday, September 3, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, September 4, 2009 at 11:30 am at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery-Piscataway.

Paul Catterton, 86, of Arnold, died unexpectedly Aug. 31 after a brief stay at AAMC. 


He was born Aug. 26, 1923, in Baltimore, to the late Mary (Muzz) and Charles Catterton, and later graduated from Annapolis High School. 


He served for several years in the military during WW II in the South Pacific, and was honorably discharged in 1945. 


He worked as a cabinet maker and then as assistant manager at Meredith Roane Lumber Company, where he retired after more than 50 years of employment. 


His passion was building and woodworking, as well as tending his yard and garden. He was a perfectionist in all that he accomplished and donated many hours in his younger years to assist in building classrooms in the lower level of the Asbury United Methodist Church in Arnold where he was a longtime member. 


Paul is survived by his wife, Nancy, whom he married June 19, 1948, in Baltimore; two daughters, Brenda Biles of Annapolis and Patricia Klasson of Arnold; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. 


A memorial service will be held at 12 noon Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Asbury United Methodist Church, 78 Church Road, Arnold. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Asbury Church Memorial Fund. 


A guestbook for online condolences can be found at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com

On Monday, August 31, 2009, the beloved husband of Maureen E. Buhler; devoted father of Ann Naill, Sherry Dazy and the late Leslie Birckner; brother of Brenda Spence and Ann Cizewski. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, five great- grandchildren and many other beloved relatives and friends. Family and friends are invited to Charles' Life Celebration on Friday, September 4 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9PM at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, September 5 at 10AM at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Rt. 301 and Rosaryville Road, Upper Marlboro, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please sign the guestbook at: www.KalasFuneralHomes.com

Emery â€œWallyâ€ David Wallingsford, III, age 53, a resident of Edgewater, MD died on August 29, 2009 at the Heritage Harbour Health & Rehabilitation Center. Wally was born on November 26, 1955 in Washington, DC and was educated in the Maryland School System. He was employed as a service technician with ASG Security in Beltsville, MD. His interests were fishing, boating, Redskins football, his cat, â€œBuddyâ€, feeding the birds, his family and friends. Wally is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Warner of LaPlata, MD; mother, Nellie Bernice Wallingsford of Edgewater, MD; sisters, Valerie Wallingsford of Edgewater, MD and Nicole Wallingsford of North Carolina; brothers, Emil Wallingsford of Edgewater, MD and Robert Wallingsford of Maryland; granddaughters, Brooke and Britney Warner of LaPlata, MD. He was pre deceased by his father, Emery Wallingsford, Jr. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. Friends are invited to Wally's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Saturday, September 12 from 3pm until memorial service begins at 5pm. Interment private.

On Saturday, August 29, 2009, the beloved husband of the late Mary J. Laudrille; father of Steven W. Laudrille. Family and friends are invited to Robert's Life Celebration on Friday, September 4 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8PM at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 6 at 9:00AM at Ft. Myer Chapel. Interment Arlington National Cemetery.

Farley Ray Taylor, 76, a 20-year resident of Newport, TN and previously of Landover Hills, MD died on August 29, 2009 at the Baptist Hospital of Cocke County in Newport, TN. 


Born May 29, 1933 in Overton County, TN, he was employed at Safeway Stores from 1954-1988, serving as a Store Manager for 25 years. He served in the United States Navy as an Aviation Machinist Mate at the Patuxent Naval Air Station in Lexington Park, MD. Mr. Taylor was dedicated to his career with Safeway. His memberships included Free Will Baptist Church of Newport in Newport, TN and the Loyal Order of the Moose in College Park, MD. He was an avid baseball and football fan. 


He is survived by his wife, Patricia Taylor, whom he married April 16, 1961; three sons, Dale E. Taylor of Rochester, NY, Paul W. Taylor of Annapolis, MD and Daniel R. Taylor of Lenoir, NC; one daughter, Patricia A. Taylor of Carthage, NC. 


Friends are invited to Ray's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Friday, September 11 from 11am until time of service beginning at 12pm. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Beverly Williams of District Heights, MD died on Friday, August 28, 2009, after suffering a massive stroke on August 22, 2009. She was preceded in death by husband James E. Williams on August 28, 1982. She is survived by two daughters, Arlene Saunders (Henry) and Nancy Denton (Thomas); four grandchildren, Ed Saunders (Carla), Debbie Middleton (Mike), Regina Clowser (Jeff) and Marcy DiPietri; 11 great grandchildren and a sisiter-in-law, Marion Smith. Family and friends are invited to Beverly's Life Celebration on Wednesday, September 2 at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. from 11:00AM until time of service at 12Noon. Interment Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Lloyd â€œShortyâ€ Breitweiser Draper, 92, a 19-year resident of Annapolis, MD and previously of Landover Hills, MD died August 27, 2009 at his home of Alzheimer's/Dementia after a 5 year illness. 


Born October 12, 1916 at home in N.E. Washington, D.C, he attended school in Washington, D.C. He was employed as a Forman Machinist for 44 years at Washington/Tri-State Envelope Company. Mr. Draper served in the United States Navy during WWII and still continued to attend his WWII USS Breeman DE104 Navy reunions each year. He attended Landover Hills Baptist Church and enjoyed helping with crafts at vacation bible school. Lloyd loved his family, crafts (making objects out of shells, pine cones, etc.), fishing at Fletcher Boat House and in the Outer Banks of Nags Head, NC, and was a Redskins fan; having season tickets for 60 years. 


He is survived by his wife, Eleanor B. Draper, whom he married on July 2, 1950; two daughters, Bonnie M. Draper of Annapolis, MD and Linda Draper-Gaddis of Harrisonburg, VA; four grandchildren, Jason, Laura, Kristen and Jessica Gaddis. Relatives and friends are invited to Lloyd's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Sunday, August 30 from 2 to 4pm and at Landover Hills Baptist Church, 4420 73rd Ave, Landover Hills, MD on Monday, August 31 from 10 until funeral service begins at 11am. Interment Ft. Lincoln Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Landover Hills Baptist Church-Youth Mission Trip, 4420 73rd Ave, Landover Hills, MD 20784.

Richard â€œDickâ€ Aloysius Wandres, Sr., 89, a 48-year resident of Wheaton, MD died on August 26, 2009 at the Mandrin Chesapeake Hospice House in Harwood, MD. 


Born February 29, 1920 in New York City, NY; he graduated from Fordham Preparatory School and Officer Candidate School. He was employed as a salesman at various clothing stores (Raleigh's, Bloomingdales, Lewis & Thomas Saltz, Neimann Marcus, etc.), selling primarily men's suits. He was a 1st Lt. in the United States Army during WWII. His hobbies included tennis and swimming. 


He was the husband of the late E. Terry Wandres; father of Nancy M. Coomer, Richard A., Jr. and Thomas J. Wandres. Also survived by seven grandchildren and one great granddaughter. Service and interment will be held on Tuesday, October 6 at 11am at the Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Assn., 1850 York Rd., Ste. D, Timonium, MD 21093.

HOLLY, Florence Mae, 100 yrs old and a 50 year resident of Greenbelt, Md died on Tuesday August 25, 2009 at Chesapeake Hospice due to Congestive Heart Failure. Florence was a life long member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church, a past Golden Age Club President and a past Outstanding Citizen of Greenbelt. Florence was an active community volunteer involved in many clubs and organizations. 


Florence is the widow of Martin Holly and preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Elizabeth Harmon, her two younger brothers, John Taylor and Robert Taylor, her younger sister Dorothy Nussbaum and her nephew Cliff Holly. Florence is survived by her daughter Patricia G. Routt of Annapolis,two granddaughters, Dawn Marie Tilghman of Richmond Va and Laura Parry of Annapolis; nine nieces, Judee Wood, Rita Weeks, Ruth Meisbeck, Ruth Nelson, Jan Foster, Janene Tidrick, Grace Briner, Faye Marie Taylor and Joyce Brennan; Six Nephews, Bob Holly, Charlie Tighe, Jack Taylor, James Taylor, Paul and Peter Nussbaum, five great nieces, ten great nephews and many great- great nephews and nieces. 


A private family funeral will be held at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetary on Thursday September 3. A Memorial Service will be held at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 6905 Greenbelt Rd Greenbelt Md on Saturday Sept 12 at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Cross Lutheran Church Sunday School Program or Prince Georges Literacy Council in honor of Florence Holly.

Edward F. Mauk, Jr. â€œBuddyâ€, a lifelong resident of Galesville, died at Anne Arundel Medical Center on Sunday August 23 from complications of lung cancer. He was 65. 


Born December 1, 1943 at Anne Arundel General Hospital in Annapolis to Georgia Lee and the late Edward F. Mauk, Sr. He attended Southern High School, worked as a carpenter and later as a delivery driver for Fawcett Boat Supplies and Homestead Gardens. He was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous, and enjoyed woodworking and sports, especially golf. 


He was predeceased by his former spouse, Madeline Norfolk, who passed away in 2005, and his father, Edward F. Mauk, Sr., who died in August of 1999. 


Buddy is survived by his mother, Georgia Lee Mauk, of Galesville, MD; his sister Frankie Lee Parkinson of Galesville, and his nephews, William Joseph Parkinson, Jr. of Galesville, Michael Edward Parkinson of Shady Side, MD and Donald Scott Parkinson of Galesville. 


Friends are invited to Buddy's Life Celebration on Wednesday, August 26, from 1 to 3 & 6 to 8pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where funeral services will be held on Thursday August 27, at 11am. Interment Woodfield Cemetery, Galesville, MD. 


In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope House, P. O. Box 546 - Crownsville, MD 21032 or to a charity of one's choice in Buddy's memory.

William B. Berard, III, 45, a resident of Anne Arundel County since 1995 died on August 21, 2009 at his home in Annapolis, MD. 


Born February 6, 1964 to Mary Lynne Berard and the late William B. Berard, Jr., he attended St. Mary's College in St. Mary's County, MD prior to entering the United States Army. Bill joined the US Army in 1984 and quickly began to distinguished himself as an exemplary soldier. During basic training he was selected to represent the United States as a delegate to the United Nations Year of the Youth Conference, held in Washington D.C. The event concluded with a ceremony at The White House hosted by President Ronald Reagan. Bill returned to basic training and graduated as the 'Soldier of the Cycle'. He earned his expert marksmanship badge and a promotion to Private First Class before entering his Military Occupational Specialty Training (MOS). 


Bill set himself apart from the crowd at his next school in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Again he graduated first in his class, and earned the distinction of 'Soldier of the Cycle'. While in training, Bill was selected to join the Post Headquarters Honor Guard. He proudly served in that capacity with distinction. Bill was also honored by being selected as driver for the Post's Commander (a two star General). After training, Bill was assigned to an overseas tour in Germany, and was glad to be stationed in Wiesbaden, only 10 miles away from his sister Bernie and brother in law Eric, who was also serving in the Army. 


While in Germany, Bill graduated from the Army's Platoon Leader Development Course, and Officer Pre-Commissioning Course, he was promoted twice, and held the rank of Sergeant. His first two children, Mary and William were born in Wiesbaden. Bill was recognized for his continuing high standards and performance and was the recipient of multiple Army Commendation Medals and Army Achievement Medals. Bill was honorably discharged from active duty in 1989.He was employed by the Ryder Corporation as a quality control maintenance manager. He also worked for Ripple's automotive in Upper Marlboro, MD. His memberships included the Knights of Columbus, Annapolis Council 1384 and St. Mary's Catholic Church in Annapolis, MD. William loved working on cars, go carts, motorcycles, scooters, etc. with his sons. He also enjoyed fishing and family dinners, where he was always the comedian; keeping everyone laughing. 


Besides his mother, Mary Lynne Berard, he is survived by his children, Mary, William, IV, James and John Berard all of Lothian, MD; two sisters, Bernadette â€œBernieâ€ Schultz of Annapolis, MD and Jacquelyn Probst of Annapolis, MD; one brother-in-law Eric Schultz; two nephews, David and John Schultz; two nieces Christin and Bethany Probst; he is also survived by his former wife, Elizabeth Berard Mararac. 


Family and friends are invited to William's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, August 25 from 6 to 8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, August 26, at 10am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Interment Columbia Gardens Cemetery, Arlington, VA. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society, c/o St. Mary'sCatholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD 21401.

On Friday, August 21, 2009. The beloved husband of Darlene L. Vermeire; father of Jessica Rene, Steven Peter, Jr. and Shelley Marie Vermeire; son of Elizabeth F. and the late Virgil L. Vermeire; brother of Gregory J. Vermeire; brother in law of Roger and Debbie Mabe, Karen and Glenn Gebbia and the late Paula L. Vermeire. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to Steven's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, August 27 at 11am at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Clinton, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Temple Hills Swim Club, where Steve devoted much of his time, labor and love for his children and the community, c/o 5400 Henson Dr., Temple Hills, MD 20748.

Karen B. Presswood, 59, a 23-year resident of Crownsville, MD died on August 20, 2009 at Anne Arundel Medical Center from complications due to metastatic breast cancer after a two and a half year illness. 


Born March 17, 1950 in Dumont, NJ, she received a Masters degree in Special Education from Boston College and was a 1985 graduate of the University Of Maryland School Of Pharmacy. She served as a Pharmacist for over 24 years with CVS pharmacy. Karen was the recipient of the President's Paragon Award, the highest award one can attain at CVS Pharmacy. Karen was co-founder and Director of Research for METAvivor Research and Support, Inc., a 501(c) (3) charitable organization. The program offers support to persons with metastatic breast cancer and funds research grants to transition the fatal disease to a controlled, chronic condition. 


She was the beloved wife of Allen L. Presswood, whom she married on October 10, 1976; devoted mother of Jennifer Presswood of Annapolis, MD and Kelsey Presswood of Crownsville, MD; sister of Barbara Sniffin of Lancaster, PA. 


Friends are invited to Karen's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Sunday, August 23 from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm, where services will be held on Monday, August 24 at 11am. Interment private. Karen's family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the METAvivor Research Fund, 1801 View Top Ct, Annapolis MD 21409.

On Thursday, August 20, 2009, the beloved wife of the late Walter B. Zurowski; devoted mother of David (Diana) Zurowski, Richard (Marie) Zurowski, Joyce (Jack) Freundel and W. Neil (Donna) Zurowski; sister of Emily O'Leary and Patricia Shook. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to Zora's Life Celebration on Tuesday, August 25 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8PM. at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, August 26 at 10AM at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd.,Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

CLICK HERE FOR PAUL'S MEMORIAL WEBSITEPaul Alan Whittenburg, a longtime resident of Fairfax Road in Annapolis, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, August 20th, 2009. He was 75 years old. 


Mr. Whittenburg was born in Galena, Missouri, on July 4th, 1934, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lee Whittenburg. In 1939, the family relocated to Maryland. Mr. Whittenburg attended Suitland High School and St. John's College in Annapolis, MD. He served as an ordnance specialist in the U.S. Army in Korea, attaining the rank of Sergeant. During his Army service, he was honored for outstanding performance, and was honorably discharged from the Army in 1959. Paul worked as a salesman and kitchen design specialist for Sears and Roebuck until his retirement at age 62. His memberships included St. John's College Alumni Association, The Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks, and the National Rifle Association. Mr. Whittenburg enjoyed spending time with family members, especially his mother, Sarah Margaret Bitting, and his granddaughter, Sarah De LeÃ³n. He also had a faithful companion in his terrier, Boomer, who never left his side. He was an expert in the repair and refurbishing of watches and clocks, as well as a particularly avid reader on a variety of subjects, from history, politics, and science to murder mysteries. In addition, he was a highly accomplished carpenter who designed and built various additions to his home and was always willing to help others with similar projects. He also enjoyed spending time with his friends and neighbors, often whiling away the afternoon chatting outside. Mr. Whittenburg was known around the neighborhood as someone who would be happy to help with any project, do any favor, and generously lend or even give away anything needed by a friend. 


He is survived by his mother, Sarah Margaret Bitting, of Annapolis, Maryland; his children, Hans Paul Whittenburg, of Columbus, Ohio and Page Louise Whittenburg, of Clarksburg, Maryland, (son-in-law, JosÃ© de LeÃ³n); his sister Mary (Charles) Elizabeth Kilbourne, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland; former spouses, Gladys Page Cottier, of Waterville, Ohio and Carolyn J. Whittenburg, of Silver Spring, Maryland; grand-daughter Sarah Amelia Hong De LeÃ³n of Clarksburg, MD. He is predeceased by his son Andrew Mark Whittenburg, who died in 2007 at the age of 34 


A memorial service will be held at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, September 1 at 11am with a reception immediately following at the Elks Club. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD on Thursday, September 3 at 11:30am.

Vern passed unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at the age of 81. He was born in Washington D.C. and joined the Marine Corps at the age of 17.He later returned to school and graduated from Georgetown University Law School, after which he became a very well respected and successful attorney. He was dearly loved and will be sorely missed. He was the loving son of the late Everett "Sam" and Violet C. Haas. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary Brown Haas; loving and devoted father of Mary Kathleen Hoy and Susan Elizabeth Haas; caring grandfather of Jennifer Sue Hoy and Sarah Elizabeth Hoy. He is also survived by his dear brother, Robert L. Haas and numerous other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Mr. Haas' Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Sunday from 6 to 8pm, where services will be held on Monday, August 24 at 11am. Interment Cedar Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation. Please sign the guestbook at: www.KalasFuneralHomes.com

On Monday, August 17, 2009; Tommy passed away from his 9 year battle with cancer at his home in SouthEast, Washington; husband of his devoted wife Joyce Powell; father of his devoted children Tina (Ed) Mariano, Sandy (Steve) Ghoorau, Laurie Powell and Thomas (Theresa) Powell, Jr.; grandfather of Holly, Jordan, Samual, Joshua, Kaitlyn, Thomas III and his devoted granddaughter Tiffany Powell. He is also survived by his best friends Jack and Jackie. Relatives and friends are invited to Tommy's Life Celeberation at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm, where services will be held on Friday, August 21, at 11am. Interment Ft. Lincoln Cemetery.

On Monday, August 17, 2009; the beloved friend of Pasor Kim. He is also survived by many friends. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 11am at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD.

On Saturday, August 15, 2009; the beloved father of Marc, Aaron and Jason Tyler; brother of Brian Tyler; former husband of Shirley Tyler. Relatives and friends are invited to Mr. Tyler's Life Celebration at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 from 10 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11am. Entombment Arlington National Cemetery. Please sign the guestbook at: www.KalasFuneralHomes.com

Cleo Burel Shaffer, Jr., a resident of Annapolis, MD since 1975 died on August 15, 2009 at his home of natural causes. 


Born June 11, 1951 in Winchester, IN, he worked as a government contractor as a message center operator for Alion (also known as IITRI). Mr. Shaffer served his country from 1970-74 in the United States Navy. His hobbies included collecting sports trading cards, softball, golf, NASCAR and he was an avid reader. 


He is survived by his wife of over 29 years, Elizabeth A. Shaffer; one son, Cleo â€œChipâ€ Burel Shaffer, III of Annapolis, MD; one daughter, Carrie L. Shaffer of Salisbury, MD; his stepmother, Verna Shaffer of Muncie, IN; two stepsisters Linda Barnes of Wisconsin and Deborah Norris of Muncie, IN; two stepbrothers, Larry Sherrell of Muncie, IN and Richard Sherrell of Iowa; he is also survived by 1 grandson, Alex Osiecki. He is predeceased by his father, Cleo Burel Shaffer, Sr. 


A memorial service will held on Sunday, August 23, 2009 at 1:00pm at the United Church of Christ of Annapolis, 8 Carvel Circle, Edgewater, MD. Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Maryland Chapter, 11350 McCormick Road, Executive Plaza III, Suite 100, Hunt Valley, MD 21031 or The ALS Association, National Capital Area Chapter, 615 S. Frederick Avenue, Suite 308, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 . Arrangements by the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, Edgewater, MD.

On Friday, August 14, 2009 of Temple Hills, MD; the beloved wife of the late Elmer Hilton Covert; mother of Michael Jacobs, Diane Gregory, Karen Elliott and Lawrence H. Covert; grandmother of Joseph and Karen Jacobs and Britain and Hilton Covert. She is also survived by two great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to Mrs. Covert's Life Celebration on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 from 6 to 8pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. A committal service will be held on Thursday, August 20 at 3pm at Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD where she will be joined with her late husband in their final resting place. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Capital Hospice, 9200 Basil Ct., Suite 200, Largo, MD 20774.

On Thursday, August 13, 2009. The beloved husband of the late Dorothy Gorman Svrjcek; father of Benjamin W., III, Mary, Ralph, Art and David Svrjcek and Amy S. Shanahan; brother of Madeline Svrjcek and Anna Groppe; grandfather of Melody, Sage and James. Friends are invited to Ben's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday, August 19 from 10am until funeral service begins at 12 noon. Interment private.

On Wednesday, August 12, 2009, the beloved wife of Otho L. Blackwell; devoted mother of Deborah D. Burke, George O. (Diane) Blackwell and Elizabeth Joy (Joseph) Amato; loving grandmother of Karen Bruecken, Kelley Howard, Heather Reilly, Nicholas Blackwell, Melissa Amato, Kimberly St. Clair, Trisha Blackwell and Kristen Burke; sister of Loretta O. (Walter) Potvin. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren. Family and Friends are invited to Thelma's Life Celebration on Sunday, August 16 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9PM at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd. Edgewater, MD. 21037. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, Auguat 17 at 11:45AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Rd. Edgewater, MD. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to PKD Foundation, 9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 400, Kansas City, MO. 64114

Obituaries

Leandro Climacosa

Paul Catterton

Charles Buhler

Emery Wallingsford

Robert Laudrille

Farley Taylor

Beverly Williams

Lloyd Draper

Richard Wandres

Florence Holly

Edward Mauk

William Berard

Steven Vermeire

Karen Presswood

Zora Zurowski

Paul Whittenburg

Vernon Esq.

Thomas Powell

Gum Kim

Kenneth Tyler

Cleo Shaffer

Anita Covert

Benjamin Svrjcek

Thelma Blackwell