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Patricia “Pat” Anne Baumann, 96, a 30-year resident of Sarasota, FL and previously of Annapolis, MD passed away on April 1, 2025. Born on April 24, 1928 in Washington, DC to the late Edward R. Pruner and Bessie R. Sutfin, Pat graduated from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore with her BS in Nursing Education before establishing a career as an RN at the VA hospital in DC. In 1953, Pat switched careers to become a homemaker, running her household and raising her 7 children. She was a parishioner at Holy Cross Parish of Garrett Park, MD; St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Annapolis, MD; and St. Martha’s Catholic Church of Sarasota, FL. She was also a hospital volunteer of the Ladies Auxiliary at Anne Arundel Medical Center. 
Pat was a beloved and cherished wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was our family’s spiritual guide, with unwavering faith in God. She was a loyal and dear friend to many, and a mother to all.  In her spare time, Pat enjoyed bridge, gardening, Scrabble, bowling, crosswords, travel and, most of all, spending time with her precious family. In addition to her parents, Pat was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 72 years, Robert G. Baumann; her brother, Robert Pruner; and her sister, Elizabeth Witherow. She is survived by her children, Mary (Michael) Frazier of Raleigh, NC; Joseph (Diane) Baumann of Derwood, MD; Susan (Robert) Houser of Manassas, VA; Barbara (Ray) Crosby of Annapolis, MD; Robert (Tiffany) Baumann of Sonoma, CA; Richard (Camille) Baumann of Annapolis, MD, and Tricia (the late Ruben) Vera of Virginia Beach, VA; her grandchildren, Christopher, Jennifer, Daniel, Terri, Eric, Patrick, Garrett, Ray, Michael, Robert “Mack”, Cara, Jack, Matthew, Richard, Juliana, Andrew, and Charlotte; and her 5 great-grandchildren, Hazel, Heidi, Luke, Meadow and Titus.
A rosary will be offered for Patricia on Saturday, April 12, at 10 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Covenant House New York, 460 W 41st Street, NY, NY 10036.
Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

John Edward Walker, Jr., 53, a 25-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Odenton passed away on April 1, 2025 at Anne Arundel Medical Center after an 8-month battle with cancer. Born on November 18, 1971 in Baltimore, MD to John Walker and the late Judith Walker, John graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Maryland. John worked for multiple engineering firms prior to establishing his career at Moffatt & Nichol. He was an active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Annapolis Chapter of the Maryland Society of Professional Engineers. He volunteered for the Friends of Kinder Farm Park by driving the antique tractors which pulled the hay rides and had recently become a member of the Anne Arundel Antique Tractor Club. In his spare time, he enjoyed his antique tractors, building just about anything, vegetable gardening, old movies, watching the Hallmark Channel, Legos, Star Wars, BB5, Dune and woodworking. John is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years, Heather Walker; his daughters, Mary Duffy of Virginia Beach, VA and Amanda Walker of Edgewater, MD; and his son, William Walker of Edgewater, MD. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate John's life on Thursday, April 10, 2025, from 2 to 4 pm & 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will be private.

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Florence “Boots” G. Carr, a lifelong resident of Anne Arundel County, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, in Gambrills. 

Boots was born on September 24, 1928, to the late Joseph and Theresa Hoernig. Boots was a farmer’s wife and enjoyed gardening, flowers, sewing, cooking, and canning. She was an active member of the Anne Arundel County Farm Bureau, where she served as the Women's Committee Chairperson from 1988 to 1998, and was a member of the Anne Arundel County Soil Conservation District.

In addition to her parents, Boots was preceded in death by her husband of 78 years, Kenneth Carr, her son, Henry “Pete” Carr, and grandson, Kris Carr.

Boots is survived by her grandchildren, Chad and Joni Carr, and one great-granddaughter, Dixie Carr.
 
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Boots' life on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 4 pm until her memorial service begins at 5 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment private.

In honor of Boots’ lifelong dedication, the AACO Farm Bureau is establishing a scholarship fund to support future Farm Bureau Ambassadors—just as she would have wanted. This fund will ensure that her legacy of encouraging and empowering young leaders in agriculture continues for generations to come.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like everyone to make memorial contributions to the Anne Arundel County Farm Bureau, Inc. and mail to: 2857 Davidsonville Rd. Davidsonville, MD 21035  Please be sure to indicate in the memo section of the check "Ambassador Scholarship Fund Boots Carr or In memory of Boots Carr". Online donations may be made <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/donation-form/honor-the-legacy-of-florence-boots-carr-support-the-anne-arundel-county-farm-bureau-ambassador-scholarship-fund">HERE</a>


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Gregory Segreti passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025 in Lutherville, MD. Greg was born on October 10, 1942 at Garfield Hospital in Washington, DC to the late Clara and Salvatore Segreti. They, along with Greg’s younger brothers, Robert and Joseph, lived on D Street, S.E. where Greg attended Holy Comforter Parochial School. In 1955, the Segreti family moved to the Brookland area of Northeast Washington. Gregory attended DeMatha Catholic High School, then a relatively new school, in Hyattsville, MD.  At DeMatha, Greg excelled academically. He graduated nearly at the top of his class, was named class Vice President, was a member of the National Honor Society and, among other endeavors, was editor of the school yearbook and newspaper. Upon graduation from high school, Greg attended Catholic University, graduating in June, 1964.He accepted an offer to teach English at his Alma Mater, DeMatha, fulfilling a lifelong love of teaching, the pursuit of which he will be most remembered.  DeMatha, as it turned out, also introduced Greg to travel.  He coordinated his first trip to France in 1967 with DeMatha students.  Over his lifetime, Greg toured the Far East, Middle East, and Europe.  Gregory possessed an encyclopedic knowledge of classical art and history, no doubt enriched by travel. In 1967, Gregory enrolled in the American Studies program at the University of Maryland, College Park, completing a graduate degree in 1971. During that time, he was as a graduate resident eventually serving as the Area coordinator of the Denton Complex which he remembered fondly over the years. In 1973, Greg relocated to Annapolis and after a brief career in business accepted an administrative position at Anne Arundel Community College. He eventually returned to his true calling, teaching, which he did, passionately, until his retirement. During that time Greg completed a graduate program in Art History from the Johns Hopkins University and in 1993, Anne Arundel Community College awarded Greg its Teaching Excellence Award. In 2003, as a tenured Humanities/Philosophy professor and chairman of the American Studies department, Greg was one of 20 scholars awarded a fellowship for research at the Library of Congress. An avid reader, Gregory’s library included over 4,000 books, a diverse collection which he directed to be given to the Andrew G. Truxal Library at Anne Arundel Community College. Gregory Segreti was a modest man. He was a kind and generous brother; to countless others, he was a respected friend and colleague. Most importantly, he was compassionate believer in fairness and opportunity. He will be remembered by all whose lives he touched. Gregory is survived by his brothers, Robert and Joseph Segreti. Friends are invited to celebrate Greg's life on Thursday, May 15 from 2 pm until his memorial service begins at 3:30 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.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother, Elaine Mahoney, on 3/31/2025, at the age of ninety-one. Born on 10/14/1933 to the late Joseph and Ethel Ludwig, Elaine grew up in a small waterfront community called Harding Park in the Bronx, New York. She met the love of her life, Michael, at a parish dance in the Bronx while they were in their teens. They were married for seventy-one years. Here in Annapolis, Maryland, she pursued a career in real estate, where she was highly successful, winning many awards in her profession.

EIaine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a friend of many. Her kindness and love touched everyone who knew her. She had a warm smile and a gentle spirit that radiated love and compassion.
Elaine loved spending time with her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She was an excellent cook who loved her afternoon tea and enjoyed preparing cookouts for family gatherings. She also loved to dance at special events and get-togethers. Her kindness, compassion, and sense of humor will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

In addition to her parents, Elaine was preceded in death by her son, Michael Mahoney, her grandson Shaun Johnson, and her siblings, Ethel Lazzaro and Joseph Ludwig

Elaine is survived by her husband, Michael; her children Janet and son-in-law Ernie Beckner, Kevin Mahoney, Donna Schmitz; her grandchildren Drake, Brent and his spouse Cate Beckner, Christopher and his spouse Shannon Schmitz, Allison and her spouse Patrick Curry, and her great-grandchildren Michael and Elise Beckner, Rowen, Carter, and Elliot Schmitz, and Ethan Curry.

Elaine will be deeply missed and forever remembered. Rest in peace, our loving wife and mother.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Elaine's life on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 2pm until 4 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, April 7, 2025, at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonvillle, MD. Interment will immediately follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Maryland, 502 Washington Ave Suite 300, Towson, MD 21204 or online at <a href ="https://www.alz.org/maryland">ALZ.ORG</a>

William R. Munk, 91, a resident of St. Mary’s GA and previously of Odenton, died March 31, 2025.  Born in Baltimore on September 1, 1933 to the late William P. and Estelle Munk (Franklin).  Bill was a longtime employee of the Carling Brewing Company in Baltimore, retiring after 30+ years of service.  He was an avid fan of the Orioles and Ravens and he loved listening to John Denver music.

In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Evelyn.  Bill is survived by his children; Susan (John) Russell of St. Mary’s, Eric Munk, of Middle River, MD and Joyce Hamilton of Inverness, FL; seven grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to Bill’s life celebration on Monday, April 7 from 4-7 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, where his funeral service will be on Tuesday, April 8 at 10 AM.  Burial will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery in Baltimore.  In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bill’s name may be made to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231.


Mary Ann Guaragna “Mern”, age 68, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025 in her home surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in California on December 6, 1956 to the late John and Margaret Gannon, Mary Ann was one of four children. She married Alfred Guaragna in Silver Spring, MD on October 29, 1983 and they lived in Upper Marlboro, MD for 40 years. Mary Ann graduated from the University of Maryland College Park with a Bachelor of Science in Botany. She worked as a plant pathologist and scientist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture for 37 years. Mary Ann loved being around her family, whether it was on the sidelines of a soccer game or cooking Sunday dinner. She was passionate about her garden, sunflowers, her family vacations at the Outer Banks, disco dancing, singing, popcorn with milk, hummingbirds, and cheering on the Washington Commanders. She was tiny, but mighty. She was loyal and kind, caring and compassionate, always putting others first. She was a wonderful wife, daughter, sister, mother, friend, and Mimi. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Al Guaragna; her daughters, Gina (Zack) Notes and Angela (Adam) Marsh; her grandchildren, Nico, Luca and Knox Notes; her grandpup, Finley; her brother, Mick (Sue) Wilkinson and her extended family, including in-laws, nieces, and nephews. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her brother, John Gannon, Jr. and her sister, Barbara Dubik. Family and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Mary Ann on Thursday April 3, 2025, from 4 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Friday April 4, 2025 at 11:00 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue Davidsonville, MD 21035. Inurnment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the PSP CBD Foundation (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy/Corticobasal Degeneration) at pspcbdfoundation.org/honor. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

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Edith Ann “Edie” Handley, 80, a 40-year resident of Bowie, MD, passed away on March 29, 2025, at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis.  Born on June 4, 1944, in Washington, D.C. to the late Kenneth and Margaret Gosweiler, Edie grew up in Suitland, MD, and graduated from Suitland High School.  She worked as an administrative secretary for the C&P Telephone Company (now Verizon), retiring in 1997 following 35 years of service.  Edie was an avid reader and had a great sense of humor.  She loved to laugh, garden, and flowers.  She is survived by her devoted son, Sean Michael Handley, and grandson, Sean Dylan Handley, both of Bowie, MD.  

Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences may be offered using the Memories link on this page.

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Karen Sue (Hammer) Doyle, 76, a 30-year resident of Annapolis, MD and previously of Bowie, MD passed away suddenly Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Anne Arundel Medical Center after a brief illness. Karen was born 1949, in Washington, DC, to Kenneth William and Sylvia Marilyn Hammer.  Karen spent her childhood in Landover Hills, MD. Karen was a graduate of DuVal Senior High School in Lanham, MD and spent a 30-year career in banking and as an insurance adjuster.

Karen was a devoted sister, mother, grandmother and aunt who had a passion for her family during every holiday, birthday, or special event. She especially loved Christmas and made sure her family always had the most magical Christmas. 

Karen was an animal lover, having several pets Ladd, Ginger, Sandy, Jade, and Zoey over the years, who she loved just as passionately as her family members. Karen was a lifelong “Redskins” fan. She loved beach vacations and could regularly be found on the boardwalk playing games with her family. She loved the color purple.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents Kenneth and Sylvia Hammer, her loving uncle Stanley Sutphin. Karen is survived by her son, William Keith Doyle (Holly); her grandchildren, Kenneth Doyle (Holly), Samantha Doyle, and Emily Doyle; her great grandchildren Makayla Frank and Kenneth Doyle; her sister and best friend Kathy Smith (Robert); her nephew Robert Smith, niece Meghann Wellard (Brandon); and her grand-nieces Ava, Lilly, and Claire Wellard.

Visitation for Karen will be on Wednesday,  April 9, 2025 from 10 am – 12 Noon at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD, with a funeral to follow at noon.  Interment at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD.   


Melissa Kathryn Wampler, born October 28, 1991, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 29, 2025. She loved music and good food and could often be heard singing when she thought nobody was listening. She leaves behind her mother, Tracy Wampler; her father, William Thomas Wampler; her three children whom she adored and loved spending time with, Mariah Lee McGrath, Lily Rose Collison, and Caiden Matthew Young; three brothers, Billy, Ryan and Adam Wampler; three nephews and one niece, Jamie, Colin, Asher and Cassie; and an extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins. While we miss Melissa terribly we know she has been called home to glory where she has found eternal peace. 

Her celebration of life will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4 pm at Riva Trace Baptist Church, 475 West Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD 21035.

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Susan “Suzy” “Sushi” Mitchell, 65, a 28 year resident of Edgewater, passed away peacefully at her residence on March 28, 2025 after an eight year battle with metastatic breast cancer.  Born in Washington, DC on September 10, 1959 to the late Henry and Margaret Nicowski, she graduated from La Reine High School and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Maryland and a Master's from the School of Hard Knocks.
Suzy worked for many years as a lobbyist, first at Bristol Myers Squibb and then later for the Maryland Association of Realtors.  She loved dancing, listening to great live music, trips to Key West, Carribean Cruises, and traveling with her family in general, she always loved a beach destination where she could feel the sand on her toes and the sun on her skin, if there was ever a dog in the room,  especially a golden retriever…she would be giving it ALL of the cuddles.  All in all, she enjoyed living life to its very fullest.
She is survived by the love of her life and longtime partner, Stan Fletcher; her daughter/best friend, Ashley Mitchell of Edgewater; her brother, David Nicowski of Edgewater, her grandson whom she adored, Tristan Krauss, and her golden boy Gump.
A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, April 13, from 10 to 11:30 AM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A Celebration of Life will be held that same day from 12-4 PM at Stan and Joe’s Riverside, 4851 Riverside Drive, Galesville.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Suzy’s memory may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 7460 Warren Parkway, Suite 150, Frisco, TX 75304.

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All services for Carole will be private at this time. Please take a moment and leave the family a condolence or memory by using the memories tab on this page.

**** If you wish to watch the live stream of the service, use this link. <a href="https://events.locallive.tv/events/173774">John Casey Service</a>


With incredibly heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of John Francis Casey, who left us on March 27th, 2025. Known by many of his friends as just ‘Casey’, and by his family as ‘Johnny’, he was beloved by more people than we even know.

He was born in Bethesda, MD, on December 7, 1963, to Timothy and Mary Rose Casey. Growing up in Potomac, MD, he had incredible memories with his band of school friends and stayed close with many of them throughout his life.
He graduated from the University of Maryland with an economics degree and from Arizona State with a finance degree. He loved to tell stories of his adventures at Maryland and down in Arizona and the incredible people he spent his college years with.

He started his career with Clark Construction, had a brief stint as a pilot, and then established himself as a real estate developer in Washington, DC. The success of JC Development was closely related to who he was as a person, and showcased his hard work, determination, and the relationships he created with people. John couldn’t go anywhere in DC, Maryland, or Virginia without knowing someone through his friends, family, or business. Those lines, for him, often blurred together because he treated everyone he knew like his family.

He met Cyndi in 2018, and their beautiful love story never stopped after that day. There was never a dull moment as they filled their lives with fun, sunshine, travels, and laughter. He soon moved to Annapolis, and they got married in 2023.

John’s passion for life was contagious. Many would say he embodied work-life balance and when he wasn’t on a job site overseeing his projects, he would be out doing the things he loved. He spent time out on the water boating or jetskiing, in the mountains hiking or snow skiing, and outdoors playing tennis, golfing, or soaking in the sunshine with a good drink. He loved to travel and explore new corners of the world. He loved good music, delicious food, and spending time with people who made him smile. He loved telling crazy stories, and even if we had heard them a dozen times, they would still make everyone laugh. His presence and joy for life touched every person who knew him, and he will be impossible to forget.

John is survived by his wife Cyndi Hargrove Casey, his step-daughter Cierra Hargrove, his brother Tim Casey, and his mother Mary Rose Casey. Our hearts are broken from this unexpected loss, but we will forever hold him in our memories.

Friends and family are invited to visit and celebrate John’s life on Friday, April 4, from 4 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. His funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 5, at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic  Church, 620 N Bestgate Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401. There will be a celebration of life on Saturday following the service. 

In lieu of flowers, consider donating to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), to which we have linked the John Casey Memorial Fund, where you can leave a personal story or note, or follow this link at <a href= "https://supporting.afsp.org/campaign/John-Casey-Memorial-Fund">John Casey Memorial Fund</a> 

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Dr. Rebecca Anne Weber passed away the morning of March 26, 2025 surrounded by her siblings and all her children.

Rebecca was born on May 1, 1951 at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia, PA, to Dr. John and Rebecca Weber. As a child, her father would take her on house calls with him where she discovered a love for medicine and the sciences that would shape the rest of her life.

Rebecca graduated Abington High School in Abington, PA in the class of 1969 where she was a member of the Future Scientists of America.  She graduated from Case Western Reserve University in the class of 1973 where she first met her future husband, Dr. Kenneth T. Riso. Rebecca continued her studies and love for science and medicine, graduating University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in the class of 1977, being one of the first women to be admitted into, and to graduate, the program. 

At the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, she would connect again with, and eventually marry, Dr. Kenneth Riso. After graduating, the two would open a joint practice together in Marco Island, FL where their daughter Katharine and son Mark would later be born. After Dr. Kenneth Riso earned his specialty in endodontics, the family moved to Wellington, FL where he opened an endodontic practice while she commuted to Ft. Lauderdale to provide dental services to the underprivileged. The family would later move to North Palm Beach, FL where the two would raise their children and where she would assist at her husband’s endodontic practice until her retirement.

Dr. Rebecca Anne Weber was an avid reader, devouring books not only in science, but in history and literature as well. As a young teen her favorite moments were reading through the complete works of Charles Dickens where she developed a lifetime love for English history and literature. In retirement, she rediscovered her love for golf and the couple moved to Mirasol in Palm Beach Gardens, FL where the two played together and made friendships that lasted a lifetime. 

After her husband’s retirement the two would move to Riva, MD where they would be closer to family and loved ones. While in Riva, she made lasting bonds at her local church and with her fellow members of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She loved traveling with her family, meeting new people on her long walks with her dog, and volunteering for a wide variety of causes.

Rebecca is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Kenneth T. Riso and is survived by her two children, Katharine Alwishah and Mark Riso, her granddaughter Ranin Alwishah, her mother, Rebecca Weber, and her siblings Mary Paget, John Weber, and Joan Wilt.

Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Friday, April 4, from 12 to 1 pm at All Hallows Episcopal Brick Church, 3600 Solomons Island Rd. Edgewater, MD, 21037, where a funeral service will begin at 1 pm. Interment will follow at the Church cemetery.

Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to All Hallows Episcopal Parish 3600 Solomons Island Rd. Edgewater, MD, 21037.  Online condolences may be offered using the Memories tab on this page.


Janet (Jan) was born on January 12,1937 to Lloyd and Clara Shumaker in Las Animas, Colorado. Jan moved several times in her early years, and, in her teens, to Alcatraz, where her father served as the Supervisor of the Prison Infirmary.  She commuted to San Francisco by ferry, graduated from Galileo High School and later attended the University of San Francisco. 
After her family moved to Texas, she attended Texas Woman’s University in Denton and graduated with a BA in Education from Texas Western University in El Paso in 1961. Later, she received her Master’s Degree after Texas Western had become The University of Texas, El Paso.  
She was teaching Elementary School in El Paso when she met her future husband, James Wood Bradner, III (Jim), a U.S. Army Lieutenant stationed at Fort Bliss, and they were married on August 24, 1962, at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church in El Paso. After her husband’s service in Vietnam in 1968, the family moved to Hawaii and spent three wonderful years there.
In 1972, the family was fortunate to settle near Annapolis in the welcoming Anchorage community. Jan soon found her calling at the Day School of St. Luke’s Episcopal Mission in Eastport, where she served as an assistant, shaping young minds with patience and care. She later joined the Providence Center, where her compassion and dedication led her from Case Manager to Assistant Manager of the Woodshop, helping individuals with disabilities find meaningful employment and purpose.
Jan was, at heart, an educator, a nurturer, and a gardener, someone with a remarkable gift for growing both people and plants. Her azaleas were the pride of her garden, blooming with the same quiet strength and beauty that she brought to her work and relationships. 
Never one to stop learning, Jan challenged herself with daily crosswords, pursued classes in American Sign Language, and even explored print design. Her life was defined by curiosity, kindness, and an unwavering belief in the potential of others.
She cherished time with her family, especially during the holidays, and found joy in the simple pleasures of life watching tennis, sharing good meals, and savoring her favorite dish: authentic chile rellenos.
In 2023, Jan and Jim moved to the Brightview Senior Living Community in Annapolis, where they made many new friends. In early 2025, Jan contracted a severe cardiac complication and she died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Jan is survived by her loving husband Jim and her devoted children: daughter Rebecca (David) Gray and her two children Aidan and Emma, and sons Benjamin (Mirta) and his son Jacob and step-daughters Jordan and Riley DeTar, and Christopher (Debbie) and his son and daughter Jack and Zoe. Predeceased by her oldest son, James, but he is survived by his wife Lou and their daughters Pierce and Caroline. 
Private services with the family will be held at St. James Episcopal Church in Lothian, Maryland, her final resting place. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation to the Providence Center (Providence), an organization that continues Jan’s legacy by supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.







Doris Lorain Gibbs (Lorain), a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, aunt, friend and neighbor passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at the age of 93 in Severna Park, Maryland. Born in Washington, DC on January 6, 1932, Lorain is survived by 4 of her 5 children, Rob, Jeff, Laurie and Mike and her six grandchildren Jordan, Kara, Megan, Nicki, Levin and Marena. She was preceded in death by her cherished husband, of over 50 years, Bob, and her youngest daughter Paula.
 
Lorain was known for her devotion to family and her love of music.  She was a stay-at-home mom while her children were in school and is remembered by her children as “the best mom ever.” She later worked for Group Health Association and delivered Meals on Wheels helping others. 
Lorain played the ukulele and especially loved playing the piano in a raucous, ragtime style.  Playing, singing and listening to music gave her great joy and comfort, especially in her later years.
 
Lorain was an active member of the Amite Club for over 45 years, performing in their annual musical productions where her solos with the ukulele were always eagerly awaited and received thunderous applause. 
 
She will be deeply missed by her children and all who knew her. 
 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alzheimer’s Association in her memory. 
 
She will be laid to rest with her husband Bob in the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville after a private service.

Inquiries to the family may be made to robgibbs54@gmail.com.
 


Geraldine "Geri" Elaine Scott, 88, a 24-year resident of Annapolis, MD, and previously of Long Island, NY, died on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Ginger Cove Health Center, following a brief illness.

Born November 30, 1936, in South Hampton, NY, to the late William and Antionette Ewers, Geri worked as a flight and private duty nurse. She was a longtime member of St. Mary's Parish in Annapolis, MD, and enjoyed travel, cooking, and gardening.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Donna Zdeb, and a sister, Leonore Sullivan.

Geri is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Steve K. Scott; three children, Steven (Nancy) Scott of Cape Cod, MA, Lisa Marie Scott of Davidson, NC; and Cheryl Cuthbertson of Lamoille, NV; a brother, Lionel Ewers of Killorglin, Ireland; and two grandchildren, Nicole and Alex Cuthbertson.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Online condolences may be left for the family by visiting the Memories link on this page.

James (Jim) Arthur Earl, 92, passed away March 23, 2025 in Annapolis, Maryland. Jim was born on August 14, 1932, in Omaha, Nebraska, to James M. and Margaret H. Earl (née McGuire), both mathematics teachers at the University of Nebraska at Omaha.

From a young age, Jim had an interest and aptitude in math and science, developing hobbies such as amateur radio and Morse code. At 17, he ventured from Omaha across the country to study Physics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology where he earned his PhD in 1958 studying cosmic ray physics under Bruno Rossi.

During his time at MIT, Jim met Sylvia Tailby who was attending Wheelock College. Jim and Sylvia married in 1955. Before Jim completed his studies at MIT, they had two sons, John (born 1955) and Jimmy (born 1957). After graduation in 1958, they had a brief stint in New Jersey, followed by a move to Minnesota where Jim accepted a lecturer position at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. As an experimental physicist, Jim made many trips to northern Canada to study cosmic rays. He flew balloons into the stratosphere equipped with sophisticated detectors that he designed and built to measure the extraterrestrial particles. After several iterations of his detectors, he discovered primary cosmic ray electrons, an important discovery of the time.

In 1965, Jim and Sylvia moved to Maryland where Jim took a professorship at the University of Maryland, College Park in the Department of Physics and Astronomy. Their third son, David, was born in 1967. In 1971 at age 39, Jim realized that experimental physics was becoming too physically demanding so decided to switch to theoretical physics. To facilitate this transition, he took a year-long sabbatical at the California Institute of Technology to study with theoretical physicist mentor Randy Jokipii. Jim and Sylvia’s fourth son, Matthew, was born in 1972 while they were there. 

In California, a transformative moment occurred when Jim attended an Andy Warhol exhibit, inspiring him to pursue a “hobby” in art. As a college professor at UMD, Jim was able to take one course per semester. A lifelong learner, he decided to take classes in Art, eventually earning a Bachelor’s degree. He began with silkscreen printing and later became proficient in pen-and-ink drawing, watercolor, and printmaking. Until a few years ago, Jim was often seen in the print shop at Anne Arundel Community College, diligently transforming his sketchbook drawings into prints. His work has appeared in numerous exhibits including Maryland Hall Galleries, BWI Airport, and Maryland Federation of Art. Along the way he also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science in the 1980s, but art was his true passion.

Jim and Sylvia moved to the Annapolis area in 1995, before Jim’s retirement in 2000. They became leaders in the philanthropic community through their charitable foundation, the Helena Foundation. They supported numerous organizations focusing on the arts, education, land conservation, and healthcare. They were instrumental in the establishment of the James and Sylvia Earl SAIL Center at Anne Arundel Medical Center, the Chesapeake Conservancy Earl Conservation Center, and the renovation of the James Brice House in Annapolis.

Jim is survived by his wife of 70 years, Sylvia; four sons, John, Jimmy (Marie), David
(Bridget), and Matthew (Diane); nine grandchildren, Hannah Miller, Natalie Earl,
Rosellen Earl, Kathryn McCloney, Logan Earl, James Joseph Earl, Elizabeth Earl,
Austin Earl, and Matthew Earl; and one great-grandchild, Thomas McCloney.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Jim’s life at the Golf Club at South River, 3451 Solomon’s Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037, on Thursday, April 24 from 5 to 7:30 PM.

Daniel “Danny” E. Wishard, 64, a 30-plus year resident of Annapolis, MD and previously of Landover Hills, MD passed away on March 23, 2025 due to complications of surgery. Born on November 23, 1960 in Cheverly, MD to the late Norman Eugene Wishard and Lillian Lee Wishard, he graduated high school from Bladensburg Senior High School before entering the workforce. He most recently worked for Washington Gasoline Co. as a corrosion protectant and leak inspector. Danny was interested in cars, trucks, and motorcycles, especially Harleys. He was known by many as the “Mayor of Sydney Terrace”, and could strike up a conversation with anyone. In addition to his parents, Danny was preceded in death by his brother, Robert E. Wishard. He is survived by his brothers, Lee Wishard of Sebring, FL and Bernard Wishard of Vienna, Austria. Friends are invited to celebrate Danny's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Monday, April 7 from 10 am until his funeral service begins at 11 am. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Suitland, MD. Online tributes and condolences may be made by using the memories link on the left of this page.  

“Kick-off”- Linwood Lee Smith was born on November 28, 1943, in Halifax, North Carolina to Annie Bertha Smith and Henry Powell. Linwood spent his early childhood in Scotland Neck, North Carolina with his parents and his five brothers and one sister- Charles, James, Vernon, Melvin, Earl, and Shirley.

“First-Down”- Linwood was an active person and loved his family. He was educated in the public school system in North Carolina and eventually migrated to Washington, DC and lived with his sister, Shirley until he got on his feet.

“Second-Down”-Linwood, now a young adult, was extremely good with his hands and eventually found his passion in the construction business. He was employed with Tuckman-Barbee Construction until his retirement in 2012.

“Third-Down”, at this point in his life, he met and married the love of his life, Delores Elizabeth Jefferson. After many years of living in Washington, DC, Linwood and Delores bought their dream home in Mitchellville, MD. They were married for thirty-five years, until her passing in October 2003. They loved their three children- Hope Jefferson, Darron Williams, and Dellin Smith wholeheartedly.

“Fourth and 19”-Linwood’s favorite hobby was playing the lottery (which he won many times over) and his favorite number was 419! Linwood enjoyed watching sports, especially his beloved Washington Redskins, now known as the Washington Commanders. Every Sunday during football season, you could find him with his Redskins cap on and sitting in front of the TV.

On Sunday, March 23, 2025, God called our beloved father, Linwood, home to rest in His presence. He leaves to treasure the wonderful memories of his life his three children Hope Jefferson, Darron Williams, and Dellin Smith; two daughters-in- law, Michelle and Nicole; eight grandchildren, Darron, Holton, Ryan, Danaya, Julien, Isaiah, Madison, and Jordan, and many other caring relatives and friends.


Relatives and friends are invited to Linwood's Life Celebration on Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 10 A.M. until the start of the service at 11 A.M at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745.

David Bruce Evans, Jr. of Camp Springs, Maryland passed away March 23, 2025, at his home. Born on May 7, 1979, in Takoma Park, Maryland, he is survived by his parents, David B. Evans, Sr and Helen B. Randolph, his beloved niece Kennedy Evans and nephew Michael Evans Jr., his “adopted” sister Monique Noble, mentor Charles Spadone and a true “band of brothers”. He was predeceased by his brother, Michael B. Evans, Sr.

“Butchy” as he was known to his friends, attended the Talented and Gifted classes at Valley View Elementary School, Walker Mill Middle School and went into the International Baccalaureate Program at Suitand High School. He moved to Frederick where he graduated from Thomas Johnson High School in 1997 and attended Frederick Community College.

He began his work experience in Prince George’s County, MD, at Friendly High school as a Night Cleaner. Within seven years he advanced to a Building Supervisor position and gradually moved up to become a Building Supervisor IV. He genuinely enjoyed his work for 26 years.

Butchy was an avid Redskins and Nationals fan. He managed to get season tickets to the ‘Skins and for many years enjoyed tailgating with his friends. He never missed a game!

His other love was his family and their place in the mountains of Largent, WV. He started fly fishing at the age of ten and rode his 4-Wheeler like a pro. His pride and joy was always his nightly campfire. He will be missed there by his Uncle Steve, Aunt Donita and Cousins Mathew, Mark, and Genesis.

Walter Linwood Sykes Jr., age 82, ended a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, passing away peacefully with family by his side on March 22, 2025 in Edgewater, Maryland. 

Born on October 17, 1942 in Norfolk, Virigina to Walter Linwood Sykes Sr. and Catherine Williams Sykes, Walt was a proud 1964 graduate of the Virginia Military Institute where he  earned a degree in electrical engineering. After graduation, Walt served honorably in the U.S. Army and then began his lifelong career with the National Security Agency and Booz-Allen Hamilton.

Walt was preceded in death by his loving wife, Karen Lavonne Sykes. He is survived by his son, Jeff Sykes (Meghan) of Edgewater, MD; his daughter, Jackie Russell (Bill) of Annapolis, MD; his daughter, Erin Herring (Isaac) of Tuttle, OK; his cousin, Bernie Capps of Woodbridge, VA; and eleven grandchildren: Jack, Caroline, and Henry Sykes; Hunter and Madeline Russell; and Morgan, Noah, Sam, Jude, Simon, and Luke Herring. 

Walt was an avid golfer, dog-lover, and a life-long boater on the Chesapeake Bay and the rivers of Virginia and Maryland. Over the years, alumni trips, and many reunions, he treasured the brotherhood and camaraderie of his VMI “Brother Rats” and was a loyal member of VMI Keydet Club. Above all, Walt cherished quality time and holidays spent with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren. Attending sporting events, recitals, concerts, and playing games with them brought him endless joy.

Walt’s kind heart, gentle spirit, and devotion to his family will be forever remembered.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Walt’s honor to the VMI Keydet Club Scholarship Fund online at vmialumni.org/give or by mail to VMI Alumni Agencies, Keydet Scholarship Fund, PO Box 932, Lexington, VA 24450.

Family and friends are invited to visit on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from 11:00-12:00 p.m., with funeral services immediately following from 12:00-12:30 p.m., at Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd, Edgewater, MD. 

Burial services will held at 2:00 p.m. at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, Port Republic, MD in Calvert County.


Obituaries

Patricia Baumann

John Walker, Jr.

Florence "Boots" Carr

Gregory Segreti

Elaine Mahoney

William "Bill" Munk

Mary Ann Guaragna

Christine Nicodemus

Edith Handley

Karen Doyle

Melissa Wampler

Susan Mitchell

Carole Wilhelm

John Casey

Ofelia Escano

Rebecca Weber

Janet Bradner

Doris Gibbs

Geraldine Scott

James Earl

Danny Wishard

Linwood Smith

David Evans, Jr.

Walter Sykes, Jr.