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Patsy Ann Murry, lovingly known as Pat, of Browns Summit, North Carolina, peacefully transitioned to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on November 2, 2025. She was born on April 11, 1948, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to the late Grady and Thelma Stevens Sr.

Pat grew up in Washington, D.C., where she attended William H. Taft Elementary, James G. Birney Middle, and McKinley Technology High School, graduating in 1966 as a National Honor Society member.

She married the late Wayne Froe, and together they had two children, Patrick “Ricky” and Lisa. She later married her loving husband of 37 years, Preston Murry, becoming stepmother to his children, Regina and Quinton. Pat spent much of her life in Prince George’s County, Maryland, before retiring in North Carolina.

Pat began her Federal Government career with the U.S. Postal Service in 1966, and expressed great pride in working from an intern up to a Senior Executive Secretary. She earned her Associate’s Degree from Prince George’s Community College which led to her final post as a Senior Consumer Support Specialist. Pat was part of an eight-person team that processed ninety-one thousand emails in one year and was featured on a post card across America acknowledging the team's accomplishments. After 36 years of service, Pat retired from work, but continued to stay busy.

In retirement, Pat enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling, learning new things, and enjoying life. Pat was kind to all and was known for getting her carefully selected Hallmark card delivered to you just in time for your birthday. She was a loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, niece, and friend.

Pat leaves behind her loving husband, Preston Murry, sister Jennifer “Jen” (Carlton) Skinner, brothers Grady “Bo” Stevens, Jr. and Glen “Sugar-Ray” Stevens, children Patrick (Hanna) Froe Sr. and Lisa Froe. She also leaves behind five grandchildren: Hanna (Benjamin) Rozell, Patrick (Malinda) Froe Jr., Daniel (Jasmine) Froe, Kenisha Froe, Kayla Ayeni and great-grandchild Jeriah Froe. Stepchildren Quinyardo (Anita) McClain II and Regina Murry, step-grandchildren Julien and Malcom McClain, Aniyah Murry and Mariah Marshall along with a host of cherished nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Repast immediately following the service for Family & Invited Guests at Fireside Room, National Church of God.

Thomas “Tom” Frank of Edgewater MD and Palm Beach Gardens FL passed away unexpectedly at Luminis Anne Arundel Medical Center on November 1, 2025 surrounded by family and friends. 

Tom was born to Walter Frank and Marie Richardson on May 26, 1947 in Lakewood, NJ. Tom’s paternal grandfather was a major influence in his life, teaching him the values of focus and hard work. When Tom went into business for himself, he often relied on the lessons learned from his childhood experiences with his grandfather.  Tom was proud of his New Jersey roots, returning throughout his life to visit family and friends. He graduated from Lakewood High School and went on to graduate from Northeastern University in Boston in 1966.

Tom began his professional career working for Viking Yachts in New Jersey. While successful in the corporate world, he dreamed of owning his own business involving water and boats. He moved to Maryland and purchased Shady Oaks Marina in West River, where he sold yachts to an enthusiastic boating community. At times during his career, he was recognized as the largest dealer in the world selling Silverton, Carver, and Tiara yachts.   Tom was respected throughout the industry as a man of integrity, grit and hard work. He was passionate about the boating industry and respected for his customer service and follow-through, which was indicative of his principles and values.  He and his team were proud to provide excellent service, which resulted in many repeat boat buyers.  Tom’s customers became his friends, many of them who he continued to maintain relationships with until his death.

Tom loved life and lived large. He had many passions that he shared with a wide group of friends. For Tom, being on the water was not just a hobby but a joy in life he shared between generations and with friends.  Boat rides to St Michaels and surrounds, were a big part of every summer. He loved golfing, fishing and motorcycling and enjoyed his many trips with friends up and down the East Coast, Mid Atlantic and out West.  The largest memory-maker was a trip with two of his best buddies from Maryland to the West Coast and back exploring our beautiful country, its national parks and experiencing nature.

Tom was a born entertainer, a wonderful piano player and truly enjoyed entertaining friends and family at home with his wife Nancy. He lived his life fully so that he would be able to share the stories of his experiences; and a good story, to Tom, was worth sharing over and over again with anyone who would listen.

He loved being Pop Pop, Unky, Dad, Tommy, and Tom. He showed up for his family, his friends and many others whose lives he touched. He was fiercely loyal.  He was fun. He was funny. Anyone who knew him will remember his big beaming smile, as well as his aptitude for speech!!
Tom was grateful for his successes in life and was generous in giving back to others in need, including local charities. Tom loved children, and as such, the hallmark of his philanthropy is the creation of the Tom and Nancy Frank Family Birth Center at Luminis Anne Arundel Medical Center.

He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Nancy, (who he affectionately called “Sweet One”); his daughter Marni and son-in-law Scott; his granddaughters, Karrington and Evelyn; his sister Jean-Marie and her partner George DiLeo; his niece Trish and her husband Michael; his grandnieces Karina, Emily,  Grace, and Samantha; his godson Patrick, and his many in-laws and relatives who loved him.

In honor of his giving spirit and in lieu of flowers, you may donate in his name, to the Maryland Food Bank or the Luminis Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation.
https://supportaamc.luminishealth.org/aamcfoundation 
mdfoodbank.org

The funeral mass will be private.







Online condolences may be made by using the memories link on this page. 

Richard David Dean II was born in Abilene, Texas (raised in Upper Marlboro, MD) on May 22, 1966 to the union of the late Richard David Dean SR and Vallie Bechem Dean.


At an early age Richard made the greatest decision of his life when he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. At the time of his passing he was an active Member of the Male Course at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden International.


He attended both private and public schools in Washington DC and Prince George’s County. He attended the following colleges and universities : Southwestern Christian College, University of Maryland (College Park), Temple University (Phill. PA), and graduated from Bowie State University with a degree in Business Administration concentrating in Banking and Finance.


Richard's career started in the Banking Industry and he later switched to teaching Business Education. He taught at the following schools : Thurgood Marshall Middle School, Potomac High School, Friendly High School, and retired from Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School.


Richard loved all sports but he loved Football the best. He started in little league with the Kettering Boys and Girls Club, then he went to Largo Senior High School there he was on the “Largo Lions Football Team” (he just loved “The Largo Lions”). He also played Football in college at the University of Maryland (College Park).


Richard received awards and honors for his participation in the Band, Mr. Largo Pageant. Instead of a pageant for a queen, Largo had a competition for a king for the homecoming event and was nominated by one of his teachers to run for “Mr. Largo”. He also won trophies for other sports (Basketball).


At Potomac High School, he was the advisor for the FBLA (Future Business Leader of America) an extra curriculum club for Business Education Students. These students competed with others students through the USA and are recognized by the Business Owners and giver preface for jobs.

Richard is survived by: Mother, Vallie Bechem Dean, Brother, Clifton Sumner Dean of Upper Marlboro, MD, Mensah Mobali Dean of Philadelphia, PA.

Sister, Kassy Golden (Nick) Martinburg, WV. Aunts, Helen Dean Bell (Lonnie) of Tampa, FL; Juanita Dean White, Oakland, CA,; Katie Dean Davis, Sacramento, CA; Carolyn Dean Gains, Stockton, CA,; Lois Stokes; Montgomery, AL; Nattlie Wright, Montgomery, AL and a very Special Cousin, Angelia Truly, Upper Marlboro, MD and a host of cousin.

Relatives and friends are invited to Richard's Life Celebration on Friday, November 21, 2025 from 10 A.M. until the start of the service at 11 A.M. at First Baptist Church of Glenarden Ministry Center, 3600 Brightseat Road Landover, MD 20785. Entombment to follow after service at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD 21035.

William (Will) Hardesty, 97, a long-time resident of Riva, died at his residence on Hardesty Creek, on October 27, after a prolonged illness.

Mr. Hardesty was born on August 24, 1928, in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, at the family homestead on Muddy Creek Road.  After completing high school, he enlisted in the Navy in January 1946.  He served most of his tour of duty as a Sonar Man in the Pacific Ocean and was discharged from the US Navy Receiving Station in Boston, MA, in December 1947.  Upon his discharge, he returned to Riva where he met and married the love of his life, Patricia (Pat) Frantom.

Will worked for several years as a Union carpenter before forming Hardesty Brothers Builders in 1959.  He and his brother Charles (Charlie) left their imprint on Annapolis and surrounding areas by specializing in building custom homes.  Their biggest venture was Hardesty Estates in Davidsonville.  He retired at the age of 51 and he and his wife spent many years traveling the country in their motor home.

Aside from carpentry, Will loved boating, fishing, golfing, waterskiing, horse racing, playing cards and traveling in his RV’s.  He also loved having crab feasts and BBQ’s at his home to celebrate holidays and special events with his family.

Will was preceded in death by his wife (Pat Hardesty), daughter (Patsy Ann Lockett), father (Hunter William Hardesty), mother (Helen Mae Hardesty), and sister (Shirley Mae Hardesty).  He is survived by one son (Glenn Hardesty of Davidsonville, MD), two daughters (Brenda Evans Johnson of Loudon, TN, and Amy Hardesty of Edgewater, MD), one son-in-law (Bruce Johnson of Loudon, TN), three grandsons (Hunter Hardesty, Bret Click and Russell Lockett) and one brother (Charlie Hardesty of Davidsonville, MD).

A private service will be held.  The family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Post Office Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675



Joan Sharman, aged 80, passed away peacefully at home on October 27th, 2025, after a long illness with Alzheimer’s.  She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on June 12, 1945, to Mary and Charles Ottey.  Joan cherished her role as a doting wife, mother, and grandmother.  Nothing made her happier than to be surrounded by family, especially at Christmastime.  She had the voice of an angel, and we will forever miss her singing “Oh Holy Night” every Christmas eve. Joan was a talented home cook who was famous for her lasagna and Maryland crab cakes.  Amazingly, even as her Alzheimer’s progressed, she could still beat anyone at cards or Sequence.  Throughout her life, she was caring, kind, and generous in helping anyone in need. 

She is survived by her daughters Ronda Sharman and Kimberly (Brian) Evans, her grandson Nathan Evans, her sister Beverly Sharman, and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her husband Alan Sharman, her sister Shirley Ottey, her brother Ronald Ottey, and her parents Mary and Charles Ottey.  The family is grateful for the loving care and unwavering support of her long-time care givers, Deanna and Mandy. 

Kalas Funeral Home is assisting the family with a private life celebration and interment at Arlington National Cemetery, which will be held at a later date. Please utilize our Memories Tab by clicking on the tab on the left side of the page.

Carl Hassel Gross of Lothian, Maryland passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025 surrounded by family and friends. Carl was born on December 26, 1939 in Russell County, Virginia to Nania (nee Sharp) and Ruie Gross. At just 17 years old, he came to Maryland and began working as a carpenter, a trade he mastered over the years. Through determination and skill, he eventually owned his own company and even built his dream home that he lived in and he cared for so proudly.

Carl enjoyed the simple things-time at home, mowing and caring for his property, sharing stories, and being with family. Many days were spent outside with his granddaughter Savannah, cutting grass and taking breaks beneath the shade trees, resting and enjoying the quiet peace of the yard. He loved his many dogs, riding motorcycles, playing pool, and bowling, and he always appreciated a good laugh and good company. Known for his steady presence and strong work ethic, he was a man who led by example. His wisdom and humor will be forever missed.

Carl was preceded in death by the love of his life, Connie Gross, who he was married to for 55 years. For the last eight years of her life, after she became paralyzed and wheelchair-bound, he cared for her at home with dedication and love. He was also preceded in death by his sons, Wade Gross and Carl Welch, as well as his sisters, Evelyn Gross and Myrtle Carr. Though out hearts ache, we should find comfort knowing that they are together again, resting in God’s loving care.

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Richard (Patricia) Welch; his grandson, Richard Welch, Jr.; and his granddaughter, Savannah Gross. He is also survived by his brother, Carter D. (Connie) Gross; his sister, Viola Lester; and his cousin and close friend, Patricia Boyer. In addition, he leaves behind many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends, all who were blessed to know him. His hands built a home, his heart built a family, and his love will echo through every acre he cherished. Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Carl's life on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 11 am until his funeral service begins at 12 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomos Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD.

You can leave a comment or a condolence for Carl's family by using the memories tab on this page.

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Charles Varipapa, DDS, cosmetic dentist, bon vivant, Italophile, and master story teller. Charley was loved by his mother, brothers, nephews, nieces and friends. He had an outsized influence on everyone he met: brilliant, funny, exacting, and generous to a fault.

Charley was a connector of people and ideas. He filled every room with laughter, insight, and a touch of theater, always able to bend the moment toward joy or revelation. Whether practicing and mentoring fine dentistry, storytelling over a perfect meal, or offering guidance through life’s rough patches, he did it with warmth, flair, and unrelenting optimism.

A perfectionist with a cowboy’s confidence, Charley shaped dentistry with both artistry and heart. He believed great smiles began with empathy and conversation, and he practiced that belief every day. He built thriving practices in Dunkirk and Old Town Alexandria, each infused with his love for beauty, food, and design. His office felt like a salon, part studio, part trattoria, where patients became friends and friends became family.

Even through years of illness, Charley’s spirit never dimmed. He moved to Chester, Maryland to be near his beloved mother Phyllis, his lifelong teacher and inspiration, and continued to find joy in conversation, cooking, and connection.

Charley’s legacy lives in every life he brightened, every colleague he mentored, and every smile he perfected. There’s a hole in the world that will never quite be filled.

He is survived by his mother, Phyllis Varipapa; his brothers, Robert, Jamie, Richard, and Michael; his nieces and nephews and many, many loving friends.

We all miss you, dear friend.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Charley's life on Sunday, November 2 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. The family is planning a Celebration of Life for Charley to be held in December around the time of Charley's birthday on December 11. Details will be added as soon as they become available.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Cancer Research Institute
(online <a href="https://www.cancerresearch.org/">here</a>).



Joseph E. Krupinsky ,85, a resident of Annapolis, MD died on Saturday, October 25 of natural causes. Born on March 12, 1940, in Springfield, VT to the late Walter and Angelina Joan Albano Krupinsky, Joe graduated from Springfield High School in 1958 and went on to attend St. Michael’s College before earning his Accounting Degree from Southeastern University. He began his career as an intern with Nationwide Insurance for two years before joining the Department of Defense, where he proudly served with the U.S. Navy for 38½ years. He also spent a year with the Water Control Division of the Department of the Interior, helping to establish what became the Environmental Protection Agency. On November 28, 1964 he married the love of his life, Eleanor Elizabeth Kennedy. Together, they raised four children and shared 56 years of marriage before Eleanor’s passing on May 31, 2021. Joe enjoyed all kinds of sports and had a real talent for baking. Each Christmas, he made a variety of cookies to share with family and friends, a tradition everyone looked forward to. His homemade stuffing was another favorite, always a highlight at both Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners.

Joe is survived by his children, Colleen Krupinsky, Christine (Tony) Bruno, Kevin (Kelly) and Steven Krupinsky; his four grandchildren, Elisabeth and Nathan Krupinsky and Matthew and Johnathan Bruno and his dear friend, Gail Zimmerman. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, November 4 at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sons and Daughters of Italy, Annapolis Lodge #2225, 620 Ridgely Ave. Annapolis, MD 21401 or the Springfield Elks Lodge #150, 49 Park Street Springfield, VT 05156.

Daniel Timothy Graham went to his heavenly home on Saturday, October 25 after a long health battle. He joins his parents (Walter Jr & Katherine) and two of his brothers (David & Samuel). He leaves behind his brother Walter (Noemi), his sister-in-law Joni, and countless nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews, among other loving family and friends. Daniel loved listening and dancing to music, watching sports, and making people laugh. He was generous with what he had through ongoing charitable donations, and he always dreamed of getting rich from a lottery windfall or stock market boom. Daniel was proud of his service and leadership in the Masonic Order and his decades of service to the federal government. He had an impressive knowledge of history and Biblical facts, and he loved the story of the prodigal son. His bravery, resilience, honesty, and humility have inspired many, and his infectious smile will be dearly missed.

The family will receive visitors at Townes Funeral Home in Danville on Wednesday October 29, 2025, from 4:00 until 6:00pm. Further details will follow on services in the Washington, DC area. A visitation will be held at Kalas Funeral Home in Oxon Hill, MD from 10am-12pm on Tuesday November 4th with a graveside service to follow at 1 P.M. at Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Carolyn Ciepiela of Annapolis, MD, passed away on October 24, 2025, at age 93. Born in Montreal, Quebec, on October 14, 1932, she began her career as a legal secretary working for the Canadian Foreign Office in Ottawa. In 1957, she accepted an assignment to serve in the Canadian Embassy in Moscow, USSR, where she met her husband, Robert Ciepiela, who was posted at the US Embassy in the Naval Attache’s Office. Thereafter, she lived the life of a Navy spouse, raising three daughters in various postings in the US, the Philippines, and Panama. After Robert retired from the Navy, she was employed by the Panama Canal Company, and when they repatriated to the US in 1980, she worked at several Dallas law firms. She completed a BA in History at the University of Texas, Dallas. They moved to Annapolis in 2003 to reside at Baywoods, where Robert passed away in 2015.

A longtime member of the League of Woman Voters (LWV), Carolyn worked passionately to maintain the integrity of the electoral process. She was instrumental in reviving the Anne Arundel chapter of the League and organized candidates forums for local and state elections – volunteer service for which she recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the LWV. At Baywoods, she was an anchor resident and participated actively in governance by serving several terms as an elected member of the Board advocating for the interests of the resident community.

Carolyn was known as a dear friend to many throughout her life. She gave easily and generously to friends who returned to her their precious gifts of kindness and care.

A memorial event will be held at Baywoods on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 3:30-5pm in Norair Hall, arranged by her daughters Catherine, Cecilia, and Marie Ciepiela. She also is survived by her grandchildren Jack and Connor Gaughan, and Ava Kaelin; her son-in-law, Andrew Kaelin; and her siblings James Wood and Barbara Wood of Ontario, Canada.
In lieu of flowers, gifts in her honor can be made to the League of Women Voters at https://donate.lwv.org/page/84107/donate/1.  


MARJORIE A. (DENTITH) HERMAN  

On Friday, October 24, 2025; beloved wife of the late Richard J. Herman, Sr.; mother of Patricia (Donnie) Applekamp, Nancy (Phil) Rigby, Deborah (Pat) Rigby, Richard (Teresa) Herman, Jr., and Jacquelynne Pate; sister of the late Shirley Donaldson, Jean Ford, Janet Haupt, the late Nancy Smith; and best friend of Nancy Moles. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Margie's Life Celebration on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 10:30 A.M. until the start of the service at 11 A.M. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD., followed by interment at RESURRECTION CEMETERY, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735.







With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Paul Albert Parolski, Sr., age 84, on October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 22, 1941, in Medford, Massachusetts, Paul was the cherished son of Albert and Mary Grace Parolski. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, cousin, uncle, friend, and neighbor whose warmth and spirit touched all who knew him. 

Paul lived a life defined by integrity, hard work, and compassion. He was deeply dedicated to his career and to those he loved, earning the admiration of colleagues, friends, and family alike. Known for his kindness, humor, and generosity, Paul had a gift for bringing people together and making everyone feel valued. 

Outside of his professional career with the Department of Defense, Paul found great joy working with his “Capital Centre Family”. A lifelong fan of Washington, D.C. sports, he cheered passionately for his hometown teams. His love of family, music, and travel enriched every chapter of his life, and his joyful energy was infectious to all who shared in his adventures. 

Paul proudly served in the National Guard and was called to duty during the 1960s riots in Washington, D.C.—a testament to his lifelong commitment to service and community. 
Paul’s greatest pride was his family. 

He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Margie L. Parolski; his brother, Richard A. Parolski; and his mother-in-law, Jean Poland. He is also survived by his children, daughter Christine P. Martein and son-in-law Robert Martein; son Paul A. Parolski, Jr.; and daughter Sarah Parolski and son-in-law Paul Happel. His grandchildren brought him immense joy: William A. Treff, Katherine D. Treff, Nicolas Parolski, Isadora Parolski, Paul Charles (Charlie) Happel, Wellington (Wells) Happel, and Henry R. Happel. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Al and Grace, his stepfather, Richard Bowman, his brother, Kenneth F. Parolski, and his father-in-law, Richard Poland. 
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Paul’s life on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 12:00 PM. Interment will take place at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.

Online condolences can be made by using the memories link on this page. 







Yvonne Mary Samuel “…fought the good fight, …finished the race, …kept the faith.” 

Yvonne departed this life Thursday morning, October 23rd, 2025, at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. Until her transition, she was talking, smiling, and laughing as she enjoyed her 84 years of living life—never letting life live her. 

Born on July 4, 1941, in Washington, D.C., Yvonne was the eldest of seven children born to the late Joseph A. Waters and Flossie M. (Hughes) Shaw. She grew up in Southeast Washington, D.C., and later in Fairmont Heights, Maryland, where she graduated from Fairmont Heights High School. Yvonne went on to have three beloved children: Delphine D. Coleman, William Leroy Moseley Jr., and Michelle Y. Woodley. 

Yvonne had a gift for service and was a natural caregiver. It came as no surprise that she began her noble career by operating an in-home daycare service. From 1971 to 1981, she worked for the Department of Justice (Immigration & Naturalization Service - INS), the National Labor Relations Board, and the D.C. Department of Licenses, Investigations & Inspections. Thereafter, Yvonne earned certification and licensure in Early Childhood Education and operated her own personalized daycare service. 

As an extension of her nurturing spirit, she later obtained certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Through this calling, she cared for countless children and elderly family members. Many reading this may nod in agreement, as she likely helped you or your loved ones at some point in your lives. 

Yvonne loved everyone—especially her family—and was the family historian of sorts. With her keen knowledge of family connections, she believed it was important to stay in touch and visit aunts, cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and uncles as often as she could. At some point, she probably even opened her home to many of them for short stays when they needed a place to go. 

Yvonne was a soldier for Christ and loved the Lord with all her heart. She was truly dedicated to her Catholic faith, having been baptized in the Church and having completed all required sacraments. She was a long-time member of Assumption Roman Catholic Church in Southeast Washington, D.C. As a continuation of her faithful Catholic practice, Yvonne served as a Lay Minister and completed two years of Lay Ministry training at St. Joseph’s Seminary, along with four years in the Education Parish Service Program at Trinity University. 

Yvonne was compassionate, fiery, outspoken, and at times unfiltered. She was always smiling, loved giving, sharing wisdom, and quoting and sharing daily Bible verses. She loved traveling throughout the United States and abroad—especially throughout the Caribbean islands.  

Yvonne was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Joseph Waters Jr. and Gary Waters Sr. 

She leaves to cherish her memory: 

Her three children and their spouses: Delphine D. Coleman, William Leroy Moseley Jr. (Debra M Tunney), and Michelle Y. Woodley (Glenn Woodley Jr.) 

Grandchildren: Shannon D. Tate, Jordan L. Moseley, Isaiah Woodley, Dominique N Buckmon, Chermaine Woodley, Christopher Woodley, and Glenn Woodley III 

Great-grandchildren: Charles Tate, Jahlil Tate, and Paris Tate 

Siblings: Marie Proctor, Magnolia Waters, Tyrone Waters Sr., and Antoinette Porter 

Along with a devoted host of cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, friends, and neighbors 

Relatives and friends are invited to Yvonne's Life Celebration on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 from 10 A.M. until the start of Mass of Christian Burial at 11 A.M. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8908 Old Branch Ave., Clinton, MD 20735. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735.

Claire Lou Conley (née Nicewarner), aged 92, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength. Born on December 21, 1932, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Claire was the second eldest of six children born to Phillip Earl Nicewarner and Anna-Mar Celestine. She grew up surrounded by her siblings—Sonny, Joe, Jimmy, Bobby, and Mary—with Jimmy remaining as the last surviving sibling. 

Claire graduated from Washington Irving High School in 1950 and soon after married the love of her life, Thomas Eugene Conley (also from Clarksburg), in June of that year at Trinity Methodist Church in Annapolis, Maryland. Their marriage spanned 65 beautiful years until Tom’s passing in 2016. 

Together, Claire and Tom built a life rooted in family. Their early married years were spent in Clarksburg, WV. In 1957 they moved to Annapolis, MD where they remained for nearly five decades before relocating to Sevierville, Tennessee in 2006. Following Tom’s death, Claire returned to Maryland, where she spent her remaining years surrounded by loved ones. 

Claire’s early career included work at Sears and Roebuck in West Virginia, and later at the Blind Industries Company in Maryland, who supported the visually impaired community. Her nurturing spirit led her to become a beloved teacher’s aide at Tyler Heights Elementary School, a role she held for eight years until retirement. 

She was a devoted mother to three children: Jerry (deceased) and his wife Robin of Stevensville, Roger and his wife Dorothy of Killeen, Texas, and Patty and her husband Wayne of Lothian, Maryland. Her love extended to seven grandchildren—Scarlett (Bobby), Carolina (Renn), Roger Jr. (deceased), Chris (Jamie), Travis (Rachael), Matthew (Lauren), and Tyler (Emily)—13 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. 

Claire’s hands were rarely idle. She found joy in crafting, sewing, counted cross-stitch, crochet, and later, paint-by-numbers. She cherished playing bingo and card games like Phase 10, and was a dedicated homemaker who lovingly cared for several of her grandchildren before they began school. Her affection for animals, especially her dogs—Star, Bruno, Spike, Sooner, and Lucy—was a constant throughout her life.  

Claire will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her mischievous sense of humor, her unwavering love for family, and the quiet grace with which she lived her life. Her legacy lives on in the generations she nurtured and the memories she created.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Claire's life on Thursday, October 30 from 10-11 AM until the start of her service at 11 AM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will follow at Glen Haven Memorial Park. For those who wish to attend the service virtually, please use the following link: <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83898306935?pwd=4EMF4XksMygtbbR3tbEa3sbXiNhhZJ.1">online here</a>
Should you be prompted for a passcode, please use: 097006

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to <a href="https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/AACSPCA">Anne Arundel County SPCA</a> in Claire's honor. 

Mary Anne Vick, 93, a 67-year-resident of Edgewater, died peacefully at her daughter’s home in Stevensville, MD on October 22, 2025.

Mary Anne lived a full and joyful life centered around family and community. Mary Anne Morgan was born in Annapolis, MD. on December 3,1931. Her education began at the Germantown school located on West Street in Annapolis. She entered Annapolis High School (Now Maryland Hall) and graduated in 1948.

Upon graduation, Mary Anne was employed by the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company on Main Street, Annapolis.  She married Ashley Vick in September 1950, and they settled in Annapolis, moving to Edgewater two years later. Following her husband’s retirement as Chief of the Anne Arundel County Police in 1979, Mary Anne worked with her husband to open Ashley Vick Realty in Edgewater.  She lived in Chestnut Hill until moving to Brightview Senior Living in Annapolis in 2019.

Mary Anne’s hobbies over the years included playing cards, bingo, bowling, playing Nintendo, painting and knitting. She also enjoyed playing golf and played with the Eisenhower Ladies Golf Association. Additionally, she volunteered at Parkwood United Methodist Church and Mayo Methodist Church where she also volunteered to knit blankets and caps for newborns.

Mary Anne is survived by her daughter, Terry Grant, and her husband, Mike, of Stevensville, MD; her grandchildren; Lindsay Campbell and husband Chris, of Chestertown, MD, Bret Grant and his wife Lisa, of Annapolis, MD; and her great-grandchildren; Grant and Crew Campbell, and Tyler, Chase and Maddie Cronk. Mary Anne was preceded in death by her loving husband of 54 years, Ashley Vick in 2004 and her son Jay Vick in 1997. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Raymond Charles and Florence A. Morgan; brothers Carl and Jack Morgan and her sister Ray Landers.

Family and friends are invited to visit with the family on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 2 pm - 5 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037, where her funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 28, at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary Anne’s name to Compass Hospice, 160 Coursevall Drive, Centreville, MD 21617, or online <a href="https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E354255&id=2">here</a>. 

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Mary Chaffee Summers, cherished wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully with her children by her side on October 21, 2025. The daughter of Gertrude Brown Chaffee and Clarence Milton Chaffee, she was born on September 15, 1932, in Canton, Ohio. As a child, the family moved to Columbus, Ohio, and later to Arlington, Virginia where her father worked for the government as part of the war effort in WWII. On October 17, 1959, she married Paul Francis Summers, Jr., and they enjoyed a close and happy marriage until he passed in 2015.

Although she was raised in the city, Mary grew up as a tomboy (as she described it) and loved living an active life of horseback riding and playing outside.  She married Paul, whom she admired for his strong character and gentle spirit -- a farmer at heart. They eventually found “Mt. Airy” their 1850 Davidsonville, Maryland home, which they lovingly restored. They shared a love for the outdoors and gardening together. Thoughtfully preserving their historic home was their passion, and they passed on this respect and love of old houses to their children and grandchildren.

Mary had a warm smile, a ready sense of humor, and was gracious and kind to everyone she encountered. She would strike up friendly conversation with everyone she met, from strangers in the checkout line to a new neighbor or her children’s friends. Mary loved poetry and found joy in art and in appreciating God’s creation in nature. On walks at Mt. Airy she delighted in pointing out a special flower, a thriving fern, or a stone that had an interesting color or shape. 

In later years, Mary spent countless hours researching family history, searching out both genealogy and stories about her ancestors to honor their memory. Mary’s steadfast Christian faith was an example to her family as was her devotion to her mother, with whom she had a very special bond as an only child.

Mary will be remembered by her children, Margaret (Margo) Summers Jones (and her husband Barry Martin (Marty) Jones), Paul Francis Summers, III, a cherished honorary family member Tina Hamilton, and her grandchildren, John Richard Lopez (wife Ameerah Lopez), Andrew Robert Lopez, Caroline Summers Barnett (husband Ben Barnett), and Paul Francis Summers, IV. She is reunited in Heaven with her husband, Paul Francis Summers, Jr., and daughter-in-law, Mary Johannes Summers.

Friends and family are invited to visit with the family at Mt. Airy on Tuesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 30, from 6:30-8:30 pm, 849 Mount Airy Rd., Davidsonville, Md.
Following Mary’s wishes, there will be a small, private memorial gathering of her children and grandchildren. She later will be interred next to her husband, Paul, and near her parents at Arlington Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at  Online Donations - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,  501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or online <a href="https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?frequency_selected=0&dedication=1&sc_dcm=137187318174&sc_cid=kwp&sl=memorial-gift&gclsrc=aw.ds&ds_rl=1285465&ds_rl=1291300&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17681679263&gbraid=0AAAAADuyZN4U9COtkD_c40o4P4LuCi1DL&gclid=CjwKCAjwgeLHBhBuEiwAL5gNEZiyl30xiiXm0c2cedZNSXgXXCjQN7RJREhXl3DRpFGA4a2CJlppChoC-2EQAvD_BwE">HERE</a> or to the National Trust for Historic Preservation, 600 14th Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005 or online <a href="https://support.savingplaces.org/page/78511/donate/1?transaction.othamt1=WF26ZZSGACTC">ONLINE HERE</a>

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Sunrise: June 25, 1958 – Sunset: October 21, 2025 

Mary Lee Hughes of Fort Washington peacefully entered eternal rest on October 21, 2025 at the age of 67. She was lovingly welcomed into Heaven by her parents, brother, sister and nephew who awaited her at Heaven’s gate.  

Mary was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, godmother and friend whose warmth, and love for others touched everyone around her. Though she never married or had children of her own, her heart overflowed with love for her family and friends. She was the proud Godmother to Jessica, Ricky and Charlie and the very best “Aunt Mary” to her many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great- great nieces and nephews. Nothing brought her more joy than when a new baby joined the family, she celebrated each one as a precious gift.  

Mary was a lifelong sports fan who cheered passionately for her favorite teams: Washington Commanders, Nationals, Capitals and the Maryland Terps. Through her fan club pages and sports communities, she made countless friends who became extended family. We have been so blessed to hear about the lives she touched through those communities; she was not just a sports fan, she was a light in their lives. Her energy, spirit, and love for the game connected her to so many but it was her heart for the people that shined. She will be deeply missed.  

Mary is survived by her sweet Yorkie Bella, who will continue to be spoiled in North Carolina with family. Mary’s laughter, loyalty and love for her family and friends will live on in the many lives she touched. Her legacy is one of joy, compassion and connection.  

The family would like to give a special thank you to Sharon Simpson for being such a wonderful friend/sister to Mary, for being her voice, and for holding her hand as Jesus walked her home. Your care, compassion and kindness mean more than words can ever express, and you will always be a special part of our family.   

Mary’s internment will be private. A plan for a National’s game in 2026 is in the works for all that can attend to remember Mary. Followed by a trip to Hovermale’s Ice cream for Mary’s favorite.  

Family is God’s greatest blessing; may we cherish one another always. 

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Relatives and friends are invited to gather for Elizabeth's Life Celebration on Friday, November 7, 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.

Private interment to be held at a later date.

Relatives and friends are invited to Elijah's Life Celebration on Monday, October 27, 2025 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745 where a funeral service will be held the next day on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 11 a.m.  A burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery, 1300 Wilkes Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. 

John Edward Beck, “Tubby”, 82, a former resident of Hyattsville and Dunkirk, MD, passed away on October 13, 2025, in Annapolis, MD, surrounded by his family.
John was born on February 9, 1943, in Washington, DC, to the late Edward George, Jr., and Cecelia Blanche Beck.

John graduated from Northwestern High School in Hyattsville and then attended the University of Maryland.  He went on to work at C&P Telephone, where he eventually retired. After retiring, John remained active by taking on various jobs and was widely known as a "Jack of all Trades."

He was a member of the Hyattsville Volunteer Fire Department, the Telephone Pioneers, the Terrapin Club, and a parishioner of Our Lady of the Fields. He enjoyed University of Maryland Sports, coaching youth sports, and watching his grandkids play sports.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his loving wife of 46 years, Naomi “Nina” Beck, and his brother, George Beck.

He is survived by his children, Johnny Beck and his wife Jeanette of West River, Judy Beck of Glen Burnie, James Beck of Huntingtown, and Jennifer Lyons and her husband, Eric of Davidsonville, MD, one sister, Peggy Green of Odenton, MD. He is also survived by his 8 grandchildren: Josh Beck and his wife, Samantha, Jessica MacRae and her husband, Corey, Justin Wood and his wife, Alexandra, Jordon Wade and her husband, Sonny, Jeremy Beck and his wife, Jessica, Tanner Beck and his wife, Kiley, Jack Lyons, and Jason Lyons, and 16 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John’s memory to either the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011, or to a charity of your choice in John’s memory.

THE FAMILY ASKS THAT IF YOU ATTEND THE SERVICES FOR JOHN, YOU WEAR EITHER YOUR BEST UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GEAR OR CASUAL ATTIRE.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate John’s life on Friday, November 28th, 2025, from 1-3 and 6-8pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A Mass of the Resurrection will be offered on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 11am at Our Lady of the Fields Catholic Church, 1070 Cecil Ave S, Millersville, MD 21108. Inurnment will follow at the church cemetery.   The funeral Mass can be streamed live at the following:  
https://m.youtube.com/@ourladyofthefields 


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Lillian Christine “Lily” Mali, age 70 and a lifelong resident of Annapolis, died on October 13, 2025, with her family by her side. Born in Annapolis on November 5, 1954, she was a devoted wife and mother, while also working as a Title Processor for many years before retiring as an Administrative Assistant at the District Court.

Lily had a special relationship with each of her siblings and spoke of them often. Playing cards and getting together for holidays was something she cherished. She took great pride in hosting Christmas every year. As Lily grew older, she assumed the role of Nana. Her favorite role yet. Her grandbabies were her number one source of joy.  She loved having sleepovers, snuggling and sharing lots of sweet treats.  Lily enjoyed sharing a meal and laughter with family, especially over Thanksgiving, which was her favorite holiday.  She loved the beach, especially summer vacations in OCMD. Some of her favorite things were soaking up the sun, chocolate nuggets, good music, soap operas, the game show network, traveling and a good ice cold fountain coke.  She accepted people as they were and knew how to make anyone feel special. Her love for others was her greatest quality.

Lily is survived by her husband of 44 years, Michael Mali; two daughters, Erin Youngs (and her husband Scott) of Arnold and Kristin Canevazzi (and her husband Adam) of Annapolis; her stepdaughter, Stacie Mali of Seaford, DE; her sister, Mary Lamb (and her husband Jimmy); her grandchildren, Jacob Canevazzi, Lily Canevazzi, Dean Canevazzi, Hope Mali, Brittany Lugasi and Christopher Walters; and her great-grandchildren, Lawson and Wren Lugasi.  She is also survived by many nieces and nephews whom she adored, and two great nieces who she shared an undeniable bond with, Riley and Sloane Tomaselli. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Libby Wilkinson,  and her three brothers, Michael, Tommy and Bill Wilkinson.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Lily’s life on Sunday, October 19 from 3-5 and 7-9 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, October 20 at 10:30 AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, with burial to follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Annapolis. To share memories and honor the life of Lily, the family invites you to join them for a celebration of life at the Annapolis Elks Lodge immediately following the burial. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.KalasFuneralHomes.com.



Donald William Monaghan, Jr., known to his family as “Pop” passed away at his home on October 13, 2025. He was 75 years old. 

Donald was born on January 17, 1950 to the late Donald William Monaghan and Wilma Monaghan. 

After graduating from Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School, he went on to serve in the United States Army from November 1969 through July 1991 as a Utility Helicopter Technical Inspector. During his time in the Army, he honorably served in the Vietnam War and was proud to be a Vietnam Veteran. 

Following his honorable retirement from the Army, Donald worked as a handyman. He enjoyed fishing, going out on the boat, spending time with his grandkids, working on cars, and caring for his dogs. 

Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Nancy Lee Monaghan. 
He is survived by his six children Robert (Tanya) Lee of Peoria, Arizona, Michelle (John) Taylor of Bunker Hill, West Virginia, Ronald (Roxanne) Lee of Glen Burnie, MD, Carrie (Todd) Jackson of Hamilton, VA, Shannon (Robbie) Monaghan-Ramey of Southern Maryland, and Donald (Jennifer) W. Monaghan III of Davidsonville, MD, his grandsons which include his namesake Donald William Monaghan IV, and Robert III, Brian, Jacob, Nicholas, Macky, Rocky, Johnny, Tyler, Ronald Jr., Donald Scott, his granddaughters Melissa, Lee Ann, Vivian, Kierstyn, Nichole, and Madysen, his 15 great grandchildren including his namesake Donald William Monaghan V, his siblings Michael “Tony”, Angela “Angel”, Donna, Kathleen “Kathy”, and Kevin. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Donald’s life on Saturday, November 22 from 1 to 2 PM where his funeral service will begin at 2 PM at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road Edgewater, MD 21037. Burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. 

Steven Maurice Greene of Oxon Hill, Maryland passed away peacefully at his home on October 12, 2025, at the age of 60.

Steven was the only child born to Frank and Helen Greene. Entering this life on March 5, 1965, Steven was a lifelong resident of Oxon Hill. After graduation from high school, Steven attended Brevard College in North Carolina for two years before returning to Maryland to work with the United States Capitol Police in 1988. Steven dedicated 37 years of his life serving the USCP, starting as a Communications Dispatcher and rising to Operations Support Assistant before retiring in 2025.

Steven will always be remembered for his positive outlook on life. He was described as “smiling with his eyes” every time he talked to people about work, the Redskins/Commanders, or the latest superhero movies.

Steven was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Helen. He leaves behind extended family and dear friends spanning the eastern seaboard of the United States.

Obituaries

Patsy Murry

Thomas Frank

Richard Dean II

William Hardesty

Joan Sharman

Carl Gross

Charles Varipapa

Joseph Krupinsky

Daniel Graham

Carolyn Ciepiela

Marjorie "Margie" Herman

Paul Parolski, Sr.

Yvonne Samuel

Claire Conley

Mary Anne Vick

Mary Summers

Mary Hughes

Gail Higgins

Elizabeth Lee

Elijah Mann

John Beck "Tubby"

Lillian Mali

Donald Monaghan, Jr.

Steven Greene