Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Gerard Waters Kurek On Wednesday, December 16, 2009. The beloved husband of Isabel J. Kurek; devoted father of Michael, Daniel and James; son of Ellen R. Kurek; brother of Mary Ellen Romney, Nancy Scott and Jane Hopkins. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Monday, December 21 at 1:00 P.M. at the Covenant Community of Jesus the Good Shepherd, 1601 West Mount Harmony Road, Owings, MD 20736. Inurnment St. James' Church Cemetery, Lothian, MD. Memorial contributions may be made in honor of Gerard for the Calvert Memorial Hospital Infusion Center, c/o CMH Foundation, PO Box 2127, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

Alicia Irene Wilmot, 76, a 5-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Damascus, MD died on December 15, 2009 at Inova Fairfax Hospital of lung disease after a 5 year illness. 


Born February 25, 1933 in Mt. Carmel, IL, she graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Institution Management. She was employed as a dietician at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Philadelphia, PA and was a homemaker most of her life. She was a member of Grace Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Edgewater, MD. Her hobbies included ceramics, artwork, travel and entertaining. 


She was the beloved wife of John C. Wilmot, whom she married on January 2, 1955; mother of James Wilmot of Damascus, MD, Jane Johnson of Ashland, VA and Julie Whalen of Derwood, MD; sister of Bill Beesley of Mt. Carmel, IL, Doris Abney of Berea, KY and the late Dale and Gene Beesley. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren. 


Friends are invited to Alicia's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island, Edgewater, MD on Friday, December 18, from 2:00 to 4:00pm and from 7:00pm until funeral service begins at 8:00pm. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens on Saturday, December 26 at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Inova Heart & Vascular Institute, 3300 Gallows Road, Falls Church, VA 22042.

Suddenly, on Monday, December 14, 2009; the beloved husband of Marta Vall-llovera Pla. He is also survived by a son, his parents, a brother, a sister and many other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Shawn's Life Celebration on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 5400 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD from 11am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12noon. Military Honors will follow the Mass and services will continue in Tinley Park, IL on Monday and Tuesday, December 21 and 22. Please sign the guestbook.

Marvin â€œBuzzâ€ Page, a 15 year resident of Lothian, MD, previously of College Park, MD, died on Monday, December 14, 2009 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center of natural causes. Born on April 15, 1934 in Washington, DC, Buzz was a graduate of Suitland High School and worked as a lineman with the telephone company for most of his life. He was the beloved father of Keith Page of Louisburg, NC, Chuck Page of Edgewater, MD, Cissy Lynch of Woodbine, MD, Donna Sancomb of Shady Side, MD, Anne Marie Page of Edgewater, MD, Patti Sue Kauffman and Laura Lynch both of Bowie, MD.; brother of Anita Smith of Texas. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 16th at 11:00am at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 122 Bayard Rd., Lothian, MD 20711. Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Mt. Zion United Methodist Church.

On Sunday, December 13, 2009; the beloved sister of Ella Louise Rogers and the beloved aunt of Sylvia Nance and Plato Greene. She is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Mrs. Davis's Life Celebration at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 215 Rhode Island Ave, NW, Washington, DC on Thursday, December 17, 2009 from 10:00 AM until time of service at 11:00 AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Please sign the guestbook at: www.KalasFuneralhomes.com

THE MEMORIAL SERVICE SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY AT 3:00 PM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE SNOW AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A LATER DATE. 


Devoted wife of the late Charles Knight; mother of Susan tenSiethoff of Annapolis, MD and the late Charles Knight, Jr.; she is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 19 at 3:00pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment private.

Lynda â€œLynda Joâ€ Quigley Sneeringer,43, of New Carrollton, MD. Died on Sunday December 13, 2009 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. Born April 2, 1966 in Prince George's County, Md., Lynda Jo is a 1985 Graduate of Elizabeth Seton High School in Prince George's County and attended several local colleges. She enjoyed reading, cooking, was an avid dancer, loved pets and was a member of the Girl Scouts. Lynda Jo being a charitable person, upon her death, fulfilled her desire to help others by donating her organs to the Living Legacy Foundation and helping others in need. 


Lynda Jo is survived by her mother, Betty Quigley of North Beach Park, Md. and was the daughter of the late Joe A. Quigley. She is also survived by her brothers Richard Quigley of Annapolis, Patrick D. Quigley of Laurel, Md. and Michael J. Quigley of New Carrollton, Md. 


Friends are invited to Lynda's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8PM. A Graveside service will be held Thursday December 17, 2009 at ? AM at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood, MD. If friends wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Living Legacy Foundation of Maryland,1730 Twin Springs Road, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD. 21227 Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.Kalasfuneralhomes.com

On Sunday December 13, 2009, the beloved wife of the late Bernard J. Magill, Sr. of 63 years; mother of Sister Bernard Marie Magill, OSF, Bonnie (James) Fleenor, Kathleen (John) Mullins, Maureen (James) Moore, Sister Colleen Marie Magill, OSF, Bernard (Lorna) Magill, Jr., Patrick Joseph(Nicole) Magill and the late Michael Joseph Magill; sister of the late Benjamin C. Dyer. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Marguerite's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD, on Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, December 17 at 11:00am Â at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2315 Brinkley Rd. Ft. Washington, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her memory can be made to the Bernardine Franciscan Sisters, 450 St. Bernardine Street, Reading, PA 19607.

On Saturday, December 12, 2009, th beloved mother of Barbara and Herlene Maddux. services and interment private

On Friday, December 11, 2009; the beloved sister of Dorothy Bankhead and Richard E. Stinson. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to Ms. Goins' Life Celebration at Fort Washington Baptist Church, 11516 Ft. Washington Rd., Ft. Washington, MD 20744 on Thursday, December 17, 2009 from 9am until time of service at 10am. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer's Association.

Fay Lily Mason 


Fay Lily Mason, 89, a 2-year resident of Annapolis, MD and previously of Millersville, MD, died on Friday, December 11, 2009 at her son's home in Millersville, MD of natural causes. 


Born August 11, 1920 in Sparta, North Carolina, she was a homemaker, raising her two children. Her niece is currently writing a book about Fay and her sister growing up in North Carolina. One of Fay's greatest joys was spending time with her family. 


She was predeceased by her husband, R. Eugene Aisquith. Fay is survived by her children, Larry Aisquith of Millersville, MD and Bonnie Forsythe of Annapolis, MD; her sisters, Dorothy Amato of New York , Gussie Joines of Texas and the late Ett Blackburn. She is also survived by her two grandchildren, Darin Aisquith of Cape St. Claire, MD and Kelly Boone of Federalsburg, MD and her great-grandchildren, Kayla and Karly Aisquith and Nicole and Nicholas Boone. 


Friends are invited to Fay's Life Celebration today, Sunday December 13, 2009 from 2 to 4pm & 7 to 9pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, where funeral services will be held on Monday December 14, 2009 at 1pm. Interment Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery. 


In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Ronald Thomas Davis, born July 23, 1962, departed this life December 10, 2009. Ron was a beacon in the lives of many, many people but most importantly in the lives of his three children, Ronald, Raushan, and Rasheed. Ron loved his children and patterned his life in way that would make them strong, respectful, yet humble human beings. Ron grew up in a small family with his mother, Thelma, step-father, Chuck and brother, Troy. His closest friends in his early youth were his first cousins: Everett, Sean, Langston, Desiree, Rakia and Essence. His grandparents, aunts, Carol, Sherri, Rose, Peggy, Judy and their spouses rounded out the family making it a large tightly woven family bonded strongly in love. Over the years he made many, many more friends in school, church and in the community. Ron was a real â€œpeople person,â€ which ultimately lead to his calling in life.He attended P.S. 30 elementary school in Rochdale Village Jamaica, New York, St. Joseph Parochial School for Junior High and Martin Van Buren High School. While at Martin Van Buren he ran cross- country, was in a bowling league, on a baseball team and was an Acolyte at Allen A.M.E. Church. He completed his formal education at Howard University in Washington, D.C.Ronald's Professional Life: In 1992, Ron Davis embarked upon a phase of his life, during which he would identify and then immerse himself in his life's great work. Ron's life's great work, which enhanced the quality of all lives he touched, continued to the very last week of his life. Ron would become a master life coach, and one of the world's foremost transformational trainers, specializing in metaphysical reality creation, the spiritual sciences and leadership. This phase of his life began with his participation in the Lifespring trainings. Upon his completion of their leadership program, he served as a volunteer life coach, and Ron was eventually hired by Lifespring as their Mid-Atlantic Regional Business Manager in 1995. After leaving Lifespring, Ron founded Optimum Living in 1998, in which he offered leadership and accomplishment coaching. He soon became aware that his life and his work could be greatly expanded by the exploration of the metaphysical and spiritual sciences. This led directly to his enrollment in the National Spiritual Science Center, where he was ordained as a Minister of Spiritual Science in 2002. Ron's leadership was typified when he was elected president of the National Spiritual Science Center while still an undergraduate. Upon completing his work with the National Spiritual Science Center, Ron joined the faculty of the Inner Visions Institute, where he created the Spiritual Life Coaching Graduate Program. During his tenure with Inner Visions (2002-2004), he profoundly contributed to many lives and transformed the organization.This progression culminated in his ultimate and greatest endeavor in the field of human potential, leadership and transformation. In 2004, along with Chet Raymond, he co-founded the Ascend Spiritual Flight Academy, which offers a series of workshops and programs, designed to support people in achieving their goals and aspirations as well as maximizing their contribution to the community. In the course of the last five years of his life, by means of Ascend, Ron transformed the life experiences of thousands of participants, leaving a permanent imprint on all those, who he trained and coached.Ron is survived by his wife Rhonda, his three children, Ronald, Raushan, Rasheed, his mother Thelma Lemon, father Ronald Davis, brother, Troy Davis and his wife Lenore; Sonia Benson, his life partner, niece, Shari, nephews Troy and Tre Jonathan, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends. ?

Milton Louis Miskew, 85, born on October 2, 1924 in Baltimore, Maryland passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at home in Cary, NC. He was a devoted husband and a loving father and grandfather. Milt honorably served his country during WWII and later spent 43 years employed by Bendix Avionics in Baltimore and Ft. Lauderdale, FL. He retired to Annapolis, MD and later to Cary, NC to be close to his beautiful grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Diane, and sons Michael, Steven and wife Stephanie, and Douglas and wife Tracy, and grandchildren Nicholas and Abigail. He was a strong yet gentle man with a keen wit and a loving heart. Friends are invited to Milton's Life Celebration on Tuesday, December 15 from 6 to 8pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 16 at 10 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a charity of your choice.

Dorothy Dixon Dickinson, 89, an 8-year resident of Annapolis, MD and previously of Wyckoff, NJ for over 47 years died on December 9, 2009 at Ginger Cove Health Center of heart failure after a 5 month illness. 


Born January 5, 1920 in Brooklyn, NY, she graduated from Bishop McDonnell High School in Brooklyn, NY and attended the Traphagen School of Design in New York City, NY, where she studied art and fashion. Dorothy was employed as a fashion model in New York with the John Robert Powers Agency. Mrs. Dickinson met her husband while starring in a fashion show at the 1939 New York World's Fair at the Kodak pavilion. During WWII, she was an Army wife and was posted in Fishers Island, NY, Virginia Beach, VA, and Key West, Florida, where she survived a major hurricane. She volunteered for many years in New Jersey making Braille books for the blind and after moving to Maryland she volunteered to staff the in-house store at Ginger Cove and also helped with flower arrangements for the complex. Dorothy was an accomplished watercolor artist and loved gardening. 


She was the devoted wife of the late Robert Earl Dickinson, whom she married in 1942 and who died in 2001; mother of Jean Mansur of Raritan Township, NJ, Carol Dickinson of Westminster, MD and Elaine Dickinson of Davidsonville, MD; cousin of Louise Ebbets of Warrenton, VA. She is also survived by 2 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. 


A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, Edgewater, MD. 


In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Hwy, Annapolis, MD 21401 or to the Muscular Distrophy AssocÂ PO Box 78960Phoenix, AZ 85062-8960

FUNERAL SERVICE SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY AT 11:00AM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE SNOW AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A LATER DATE. 


Marie â€œBettyâ€ E. Keithley, 84, a 17-year resident of the Heritage Harbour development of Annapolis, MD and previously of Adelphi, MD for 37-years died on December 9, 2009 at Heritage Harbour Health and Rehabilitation Center of natural causes. 


Born June 3, 1925 in Washington, D.C., she graduated from McKinley Technology High School in Washington, D.C. Mrs. Keithley was employed as a bookkeeper for Keithley Patent Drafting Services, Inc. until she retired in 2003. Her hobbies included crocheting, playing Mah Jong with her friends and spending time with her children and grandchildren. 


She was the beloved wife of Howard W. Keithley, Jr., who died in 1991; mother of Gwenn Marie of Borrego Springs, CA and Steve Keithley of Huntingtown, MD. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. 


Friends are invited to Marie's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Friday, December 18, 2009 from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm, where services will be offered on Saturday, December 19 at 11am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the VFW, 406 West 34th St., Suite 718, Kansas City, MO 64111.

All arrangements and interment are private for Mrs. Schwerin. Please sign the family's guestbook by clicking the link above.

On Sunday, December 6, 2009; the beloved mother of Donald and David Dellinger and Diane (Thor) Smith. She is also survived by four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to Pearl's Life Celebration at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 5203 Saint Barnabas Rd., Temple Hills, MD on Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 10:30 am until time of service at 11am. Interment church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to www.fallenheroesfund.com Please sign the guestbook at: www.KalasFuneralhomes.com

On Saturday, December 5, 2009, the beloved mother of Tom K. Robinson. Services and interment at a later date.

William H. â€œBillâ€ Wilkinson, Sr., 88, a lifelong resident of Annapolis, died December 4,2009 at Anne Arundel Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Mr. Wilkinson was born November 26, 1921 in Croom, MD. He owned and operated E & B Appliance Repair Service in Annapolis for over 45 years. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Annapolis and loved gardening, cooking, working and most importantly his beloved family. 


Bill is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Wilkinson, whom he married on December 12,1942; his sons, Michael and Bill Wilkinson Jr. , both of Annapolis, MD; his daughters, Lillian Christine â€œLilyâ€ Mali of Arnold, Md. and Mary E. Lamb of Annapolis, MD. Bill was preceded in death by his sons, the late James Henry, Gerard and Thomas David Wilkinson, Sr.,; his brothers, the late Herbert Canter, Phil, Bernie and Samuel Wilkinson, Sr. and his sister, the late Mary Walton Meyer. He is also survived by 14 Grandchildren and 23 Great Grandchildren. 


Family and friends are invited to Bill's Life Celebration on Thursday at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday December 11, at 10:30AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church,620 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD. Interment Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Robert J. â€œBobâ€ Calhan, 92, a 6-year resident of Ginger Cove in Annapolis, MD and previously of Clinton, MD for over 20 years, died on Friday, December 4, 2009 at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. 


Born September 25, 1917 in Estherville, Iowa, where he was raised. He graduated from Estherville Junior College in Iowa. He entered the Army Air Corps in July 1940 and flew B-25's during WWII in the African Campaign. After retiring from the Air Force as a Lieutenant Colonel., he worked as an Operations Manager for the Andrews Federal Credit Union at Andrews Air Force Base and in Wiesbaden, Germany. During his military career he was stationed in Utah, Maryland, Japan and Newfoundland. Mr. Calhan received the Air Force Commendation Medal twice, Air Medal, and National Defense Service Medal w/ Bronze Service Star. 


Bob was a member of the Lions Club in Clinton, the Ginger Cove Men's Group and a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church. He enjoyed flying, golf, reading, travelling, and spending time with his family. 


Bob was preceded in death by his wife, of 67 years, Margaret A. Calhan, who died in July 2009. He is survived by his children, Michele L. Groot of St. Leonard, MD, Robert J. Calhan, II, of Annapolis, MD, Cecelia L. Atkinson of Kingwood, TX, Kathleen M. McSorley of Huntingtown, MD and John H. Calhan of Owings, MD; father-in-law of Mary Jo and Barbara Calhan, Michael G. McSorley and the late Paul C. Groot and Craig Atkinson. Brother of Leo Calhan of Chicago, IL , Jim Calhan of Lakewood, CA, and the late Michael Calhan, Frances Murphy and Bernadine Furhman. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. 


Friends are invited to Bob's Life Celebration on Sunday, December 13 from 4 to 6pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, December 14 at 10am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Interment Arlington National Cemetery with Full Honors on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 3pm. 


In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Holy Family Catholic Church Building Fund.

On Thursday, December 3, 2009, the beloved wife of Joseph M. Benedik; mother of Mary Rosetta Honablew; sister of William and Chester Honablew and Olivia Bullock. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 17502 Aquasco Rd. Brandywine, MD. on Friday, December 10 for 10AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

On Wednesday, December 2, 2009, the beloved husband of the late Audrey R. Kluge; father of Sharon L. Sweeney and the late Billie C. Taylor; brother of Barbara Ritchie and Doris Jean Van Wolfe; grandfather of Tammy Shea, Carol Alfred, Becky Crow, Ronnie Taylor and Dawn Mahar. He is also survived by 11 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Sunday, December 6 from 2 to 4 p.m., where services will be held on Monday, December 7 at 9 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Elmer Charles Kellenbenz




Elmer Charles Kellenbenz, a 30 year resident of Manning, South Carolina and previously of Annapolis, MD, died on December 1, 2009 at his son's residence in Bishopville, SC. Elmer was 87.




Born May 20, 1922 in Baltimore, MD, to the late Elmer and Lucinda Kellenbenz, he was a graduate of Annapolis High School and served his country during WWII in the United States Army. He was employed by Economy Plumbing and Heating Supply.



Elmer was a member of Santee Baptist Church in Manning, S.C. and enjoyed fishing and camping.




He is survived by his wife Nina Kellenbenz of Summerton, S.C., whom he married April 25, 1947, his sons Dennis and his wife Linda Kellenbenz of Bishopville, SC and Donald Glenn and his wife Jane Kellenbenz of Annapolis, MD and one sister, Gloria Donaldson of Harwood, MD. He was predeceased by his siblings Melvin Kellenbenz and Bertha Crutchley. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 1 great grand-daughter.




Friends are invited to Elmer's Life Celebration on Sunday from 6-8pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where funeral services will be held on Monday, December 7, 2009 at 1pm. Interment Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery.




Memorial contributions may be made to Godspeed Missionary Care, 7520 Monticello Road, Columbia, SC 29203. 
Please sign the online guest book at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com.

On Tuesday, December 1, 2009, the beloved husband of Pamela F. Savoy; father of Keisha Goudy and Anthony Savoy, son of Mary A. Savoy and the late Albert E. Savoy, Sr.; brother of Gary Savoy, Elmer Lewis and the late John Savoy. He is also survived by four grandchildren, nine step-grandchildren, two aunts and a host of other relatives and friends. Family and friends are invited to Albert's Life Celebration on Thursday, December 10 from 10:00AM until service time at 11:00AM at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 6634 St. Barnabas Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Obituaries

Gerard Kurek

Alicia Wilmot

Shawn Bowman

Marvin Page

Mattie Davis

Cicely Knight

Lynda Sneeringer

Marguerite Magill

Barbara Maddux

Annie Goins

Fay Mason

Ronald Davis

Milton Miskew

Dorothy Dickinson

Marie Keithley

Marion Schwerin

Pearl Dellinger

Eva Robinson

William Wilkinson

Lt Calhan

Mary Honablew

Edward Kluge

Elmer Kellenbenz

Albert Savoy