Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

On Tuesday, July 7, 2009, the beloved mother of Tracy A. Carpenter; daughter of the late Samuel and Mary Flood; sister of James (Mary) Allen, Margaret Flood, Mildred Williams, Ruth Mangaroo, Shirley Flood and the late Helen King and F. Elizabeth Belt; former wife of the late John F. Carpenter. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Saturday, July 18 at 11:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 2210 Callaway St. Hillcrest Heights, MD. Inurnment at a later date.

On Monday, July 6, 2009, the beloved husband of the late Carmen M. Guzman; father of Sandra (Dick Cowan) and Edwin Guzman; grandfather of Marcus (Nicole Sealy) Courtney, Donte Guzman and Alaina Alexander. Family and friends are invited to Pedro's Life Celebration on Monday, July 13 from 11:00am until service time at 12noon at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Maryland National Memorial Park.

Helen Virginia Barnard, 83, a 2-year resident of Ashburn, VA and previously of Heritage Harbour in Annapolis, MD for 12 years, died at her home in Ashburn, VA on July 6, 2009 after a lengthy illness. 


Born December 6, 1925 in Wilkes Barre, PA, she was a homemaker most of her life. She was a member of St. Martin's Lutheran Church in Annapolis, MD. Mrs. Barnard was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels. 


She was the beloved wife of the late Ernest L. Barnard, whom she married in 1943 and who died in 2006; devoted mother of Diane L. Bellan of Ashburn, VA and Christine Schaffer of Malvern, PA; sister of Albert Holmberg of Schenectady, NY; grandmother of Kimberly Tinney of Gainesville, VA, Brian Salter of South Riding, VA and Christopher Salter of Centreville, VA; great-grandmother of Kelly Moore of Gainesville, VA and Sarah Salter of South Riding, VA. 


Friends are invited to Helen's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Thursday, July 9 from 3 to 6pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 10 at 10am at St. Martin's Lutheran Church, 1120 Spa Road, Annapolis, MD. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Martin's Lutheran Church, 1120 Spa Road, Annapolis, MD 21403.

Pearl L. Condatore, 79, a 17-year resident of Annapolis, died on July 6, 2009 of natural causes at the Anne Arundel Medical Center. She was born on June 1, 1930 in Wilmington, DE. She worked as a registered nurse before becoming a full time homemaker. Later she returned to the workforce in the Admissions Department at the University of Maryland University College. She was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Annapolis and the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Washington, DC where she was the former Prefect of the Sodality. She was an avid reader and enjoyed arts and crafts. 


On October 7, 1951, she married Donald A. Condatore who died in 1991. She is survived by her children: Michael Condatore of Chester, MD, Patrick Condatore of Crownsville, MD and Anne Kline of Millsboro, DE; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. 


Friends are invited to Pearl's Life Celebration on Wednesday from 6 to 8PM at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, July 9 at 11:00AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville, MD. 


In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1041 Route 3 North Building A, Gambrills, MD 21054.

On Thursday, July 2, 2009; brother of Richard Deason. He is also survived by other relatives and friends. Services and interment yet to be determined.

On Wednesday, July 1, 2009; the beloved son of Angelet Mims of Hinesville, GA and Roger H. Neely Sr. of Washington, DC; beloved father of Natalie, Nathaniel, Jayden, Anabelle, and Jazymne; brother of Roger, Andre, and Renee Neely. He is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Nathan's Life Celebration on Saturday, July 11 from 10am until time of service at 11am at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Heritage Memorial Cemetery.

MURPHY KATHERINE LORRAINE MURPHY On Monday, June 29, 2009. The beloved wife of the late Ambrose G. Murphy, Jr.; mother of Ambrose G. (Barbara) Murphy, III, Raymond J. (Trudie Cora) Murphy and the late Barbara L. Porter. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Katherine's Life Celebration on Wednesday, July 1 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, July 2 at 12noon from St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bryantown, Md. Interment church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Mary Washington Hospice, 2600 Mary Washington Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA 22401.

On Sunday, June 28, 2009, the beloved aunt of Ruby Jones. Services will be held on Friday, July 3 at 11:30AM at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, Md. Interment Resurrection Cemetery

John George Willias




On Saturday June 27, 2009, the beloved husband of Grace Willias, loving father of George J. Willias, Cynthia Graham and Adrienne Abunassar; brother of the late Anastasia Simms and Margaret Willias. Also survived by one granddaughter, two great- grandchildren, four step- grandchildren, and seven step- great- grandchildren. Friends may call on Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 2nd at 12:30pm at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, with prayers beginning at 12 noon. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD.

Memorial contributions may be made to National Parkinson Foundation, Inc. 1501 NW 9th Avenue/Bob Hope Road Miami, Florida 33136-1494. Please sign the online guest book at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com.

Janice Purdy, 72, of Edgewater died of cancer on 26 at Heritage Harbor Health and Rehabilitation Center in Annapolis. 


Mrs. Purdy was born on June 12, 1937 in Baltimore, MD. She moved to Edgewater in 1952 and attended Annapolis High School. 


Surviving is her husband of 55 years, William W. Purdy, two daughters Janice A. Small and Billie L. Penley both of Stevensville, one granddaughter Kristina Gulbin of Centreville, and one grandson Christopher Penley of Stevensville. 


She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Elizabeth Mettam. She was a member of Edgewater United Methodist Church. She loved gardening, flowers, little wild yard animals, flea markets, collecting all kinds of dollsâ€”a large collection and going to Myrtle Beach. 


Friends are invited to Janice's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Monday, June 29 from 2-4 and 6-8 at Kalas funeral home. where services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday. Interment Cedar Bluff Cemetery, Annapolis, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Edgewater United Methodist Church, 2768 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037

Bill Harrell, age 74, a resident of Davidsonville, MD for 38 years, died on June 24, 2009 at his residence of natural causes. Born on September 14, 1934 in Marion, VA Bill was a graduate of the University of MD who worked as a musician his entire life. He served in the US Army from 1957-60. In 2008 Bill was inducted into the Bluegrass Music Hall of Honor. He was a member of Chesapeake Christian Fellowship in Davidsonville and loved being with his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed writing songs, travelling, playing Scrabble and doing crossword puzzles. He was the beloved husband of the late Ellen Ann Harrell. They were married on August 12, 1959 and she died on December 14, 1982. Father of Mitch Harrell of Davidsonville, MD, John Harrell of Chicago, IL and Jeanie Harrell of Edgewater, MD, he was also survived by 7 grandchildren. Friends may call at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship, 377 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD on Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00pm where services will be held on Monday, June 29 at 10:00am. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Bill Harrell Family Fund, c/o BankAnnapolis, 120 E. Central Ave., Edgewater, MD 21037. Arrangements by the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, Edgewater, MD.

Claire L. Deeter Jr., 84, a lifetime resident of Annapolis, died of natural causes June 23 at his residence. He was born Sept. 19, 1924, in Crownsville. Claire served in the Navy during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He worked as a Test Mechanic with the U.S. Navy for most of his life. He was a member of the Annapolis Elks and Annapolis Moose. He enjoyed fishing, was an avid reader and was very devoted to his family. He is survived by his wife, Frances H. Deeter, whom he married April 14, 1944; one son, Doug Deeter of Camden, Del.; two daughters, Lee Clow of Edgewater and Rocky Cummings of Mayo; one brother, Stephen Deeter of Pa.; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Friends may visit from 10 a.m. until his funeral service begins at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 26 at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Interment will be in St. Mary's Church Cemetery in Annapolis.

Raymond N. Stultz, 67, a 5-year resident of Easton, MD and previously of Cape St. Claire in Annapolis, MD for many years, died on June 23, 2009 of lung cancer at the Memorial Hospital at Easton. Born November 23, 1941 in Bassett, VA, he graduated from Northwood High School in Silver Spring, MD. He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Mr. Stultz was a member of Elevator Union Local #10 for most of his life, retiring in 1998. Raymond was an avid sports fan and played minor league baseball. His memberships included American Legion Post #7 in Annapolis, MD and the Annapolis Moose Lodge. Mr. Stultz enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, his dog, Champ and loved the time he spent living in Easton, MD. He was the beloved husband of Fran Stultz, whom he married on January 16, 1969; father of Tony Messick of Chestertown, MD, Rick Messick of Hurlock, MD, Tammy Stultz Conley of Annapolis, MD and Phillip Stultz of Annapolis, MD; brother of Roger Stultz of Columbia, MD; he is also survived by 8 grandchildren. Friends are invited to Raymond's Life Celebration on Tuesday, June 30, from 2 to 4pm and 6 to 8pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. A funeral service will be offered on Wednesday, July 1 at 9:00am at St. Andrews United Methodist Church, 4 Wallace Manor Rd, Edgewater, MD. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD.

Merle Bodycomb, 69, died on Tuesday, June 23, 2009. She was the beloved wife of Walter C. Bodycomb, III; daughter of the late James and Anne Gemmell; mother of Karen Bright, Kristin Guenther and Andrew Steele; stepmother of Michael Bodycomb, David Bodycomb, Cindy Bodycomb and Debbie Miller; grandmother of Kristin Bright; step grandmother of Arianna and Ava Bodycomb; great grandmother of Skylar Bright. She is also survived by many other relatives and friends. Friends are invited to Merle's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Friday, June 26, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm, where services will be held on Saturday, June 27 at 10:00 A.M. followed by interment at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and/or the Salvation Army. Please sign the family's online guestbook by clicking HERE.

On Saturday, June 20, 2009, the beloved husband of Marguerite V. Dyer Magill of 63 years; father 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 Magill and the late Michael Joseph Magill; brother of James Magill, Jr., Joan Benden and the late Helen Bibb. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Bernard's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. on Tuesday, June 23 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, June 24 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2315 Brinkley Rd. Ft. Washington, MD. at 10:00AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at 4:00 P.M. at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Interment private. Please sign the family's guestbook by clicking HERE.

Patricia â€œPatâ€ Lambird, 77, a 38-year resident of Upper Marlboro, MD died at Anne Arundel Medical Center of natural causes on June 18, 2009. 


Born June 10, 1932 in Sacramento, CA, she was a devoted homemaker. She volunteered in the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and the YMCA. She enjoyed doing volunteer work, gardening, the beach and her family. 


She was the beloved wife of Robert J. Lambird, whom she married in 1954; devoted mother of Thomas J. Lambird of Bowie, MD, Steven M. Lambird of Greenbelt, MD, Richard D. Lambird of Rockville, MD, Barbara A. Lambird of Glenn Dale, MD and Diana J. Lambird of Davidsonville, MD; grandmother of Dylan and Zoe Cyphers of Davidsonville, MD, Patrick Cates of Glenn Dale, MD, Elizabeth Cates Gonzalez of College Park, MD and Ryan Lambird of Bethesda, MD. 


All services and interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Purple Heart Service Foundation. Arrangements are by the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.

Carrie Crystal Carpenter 


Carrie Crystal Carpenter, a 28 year resident of Bowie, MD and previously of New York, died on June 18th at her residence. She was 55. 


Born December 13, 1953 in Trenton, New Jersey to Edward and Irona Carpenter, she worked as a dental assistant for 35 years. Her hobbies included reading, sewing, cooking and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 


Carrie is survived by one son, Milton Gouch, III of Largo, MD, her three daughters, Taryn Parrilla of Edgewater, MD, Eladia Parrilla,of Edgewater, MDÂ and Jelene Jorge of Fayatteville, North Carolina; her sons-in-law, Edwin Jorge, Jr. and Scott Cutlip. Also survived by her brother, Timothy Carpenter of Columbus, Ohio and eight grandchildren. 


Friends are invited to Carrie's Life Celebration on Saturday, June 27, 2009 from 5pm until time of funeral service at 6pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A repast will follow the service at the funeral home.Â Interment private. 


Memorial contributions may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. P.O. Box 631047 Baltimore, MD 21263-1047. Please sign the online guestbook at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com.

On Thursday, June 18, 2009, the beloved husband of Annie de la Pena; father of Joyce, Francis and Marc de la Pena; grandfather of Gabriella Guadagno. He is also survived by three brothers and three sisters in the Philippines and Australia. Family and friends are invited to Florentino's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. on Sunday, June 28 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, June 29 at 11:00AM at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd. Oxon Hill, Md. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

On Wednesday, June 17, 2009, the beloved husband of Michelle A. White; father of Kimberly A., Stephen N. and the late Robert Leon White; Step-father of Kwame L. Mair; brother of Yvonne F. Harris, Nathaniel C. and Vincent M. White; grandfather of Niambi S. White and Leondre D. Massey; father-in-law of Sonja B. White; devoted friend of Stephanie A. White. Family and friends are invited to Robert's Life Celebration on Thursday, July 2 from 6 to 9PM at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill MD and on Friday, July 3 at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 5416 Henderson Way, Camp Springs, MD. from 10:30AM until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30AM. Interment on Monday, July 6 at 9:00AM at Arlington National Cemetery. 





Master Sergeant Robert Lee White, Sr., USA (Ret.) March 7, 1956 â€“ June 17, 2009 â€œBlessed Assurance, Jesus is mine, O what a foretaste of glory divine! Heir of salvation, purchase of God, Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood!â€ This is his story, this is his song, praising his Savior, all his life long -- This is his Story; This is his Song, Praising his Savior--all his life long... He was an incredible ball of energy who, through the hills and valleys, clung steadfast to his power source, his strength, Jesus Christ. He used his God-given gifts to surpass all barriers and leave a trail of excellence. He garnered respect from all persons, regardless of age, title, social or economic status and made many ask, â€œWho was that man?â€ He was the man with a heart of gold, who used his blessings to reach the world. He was the man who faithfully loved his family, friends and willingly extended himself to serve and foster the very best in children through his mentoring and tutoring. He was the servant who allowed God to use him fully to His glory; he used his breath during his final days on earth to joyfully sing praises unto the Lord, â€œBlessed Assurance, Jesus is Mineâ€¦â€ Robert Lee White was born in Miami, Florida on March 7, 1956 to the late Nathaniel Sr., and the late Agatha Finley White. He was the third born of their four children; Yvonne, Nathaniel Jr., Robert, and Vincent. From an early age, he was cherished and adored by all whom he encountered. â€œBobbyâ€ was the friendly, chubby boy with the big smile and giant-sized charm who everyone gave â€˜extra helpings' because he was extremely polite, always willing to give a helping hand, and radiated an easy, warm, joyful spirit. He was at ease with his elders and would take time to just sit, laugh, and talk or run errands. Initially, Robert's parents bought Nathaniel Jr. a percussion set, but Robert became more fascinated by the instrument. Nathaniel Jr., decided to teach him how to play the drums and unleashed Robert's passion for music. Throughout Robert's middle school and high school years, he held many leadership positions in band and won countless honors at the local, county, and state levels. Robert graduated from Miami Central High School in Miami, Florida (class of 1975). Under the tutelage of his high school band director and long time friend, Mr. Kenneth Tolbert, he led by example always setting the highest standard of excellence. Robert captured the attention of Florida and the world renowned Marching â€œ100â€ Band of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) in Tallahassee, Florida, directed by Dr. William P. Foster. He was one of the best snare drummers to march in the Marching â€œ100.â€ He was a profoundly talented musician and leader who maintains the respect of his peers today because of his accomplishments at FAMU. In no time, Robert captured the attention of the nation. In Robert's senior year of college, he was invited to audition to become a member of one of the most prestigious bands in the world, The United States Army Band,â€ Pershing's Own.â€ Robert packed his bags and traded in his orange and green uniform for his next destination, Fort Myer, Virginia. He had become the man who would be called upon to represent his country and perform throughout the world for countless ceremonies for Dignitaries and Presidents. He played for the Inaugurations of President James E. Carter Jr., President Ronald W. Reagan, President George H. W. Bush, and President William J. Clinton and for the first inauguration of President George W. Bush. Robert was a member of the most elite, special U. S. Army Band â€œPershing's Own Ceremonial Band and the even more elite special unit of â€œPershing's Ownâ€, the Herald Trumpets. Robert played the complex, intricate rope drum; a position reserved for the very few elite percussionists. During his career in the Army Band, he concurrently served stints as EEOC officer and as recruiter for the band. He always included FAMU in his tours. Robert traveled all over the world during the twenty-two years he served in the military. He retired from the United States Army Band, â€œPershing's Own,â€ in 2000. Robert was christened as a baby at St. Mary's Wesleyan Methodist Church in Miami, Florida and remained a faithful member until he left to attend college. He was a member of the Episcopal Church for many years, but longed to return to Miami and to the church of his youth. He loved the Lord and thanked Jesus not only with his lips, but in his life through giving selfless service and continual praise unto His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Robert read the Bible, prayed and meditated daily. His faith in his God was absolute. He was the man who loved his family dearly. His first marriage with Stephanie Arbuckle White produced three beautiful children, Stephen, and Kimberly; Robert Leon died in a military accident in 2002. Although Robert and Stephanie were divorced, they maintained a genuine, close friendship until his death. He was the ever-loving husband, father, grandfather (â€œpop-pop),â€ brother, uncle, friend, who continually sought to help, to serve, to love, to sacrifice. He was the man with the heart of gold who joined his life with his second wife, Michelle and step-son Kwame. They shared a tender, loving, bond. He was the man who his high school band director still describes as the best student he ever had. He was the leader who fellow FAMU Band members described as the man who lived his life as a â€œstraight-up kind of guy;â€ a guy who not did get distracted by the temptations of college life; a guy who was a consistent, positive role model to his peers; a guy who was always focused and knew what he wanted out of life. He was the man, who even after twenty-two years of faithful service to the military, leaped head forward into a new career designing and project managing the installation of security systems for federal government buildings, helping to keep America safe. He was the man who lived life to the fullest extent, who did not accept, rather destroyed barriers, who filled the earth with his gentle, loving, steadfast commitment to God, Family and Country. From his youth, Robert accepted the Lord as his Savior and often shared his testimony of how good the Lord had been to him throughout his life. Even though Robert never smoked, he was felled by terminal lung cancer; his faith and trust in God remained constant. He held onto the Savior's hand and let Him lead him to his greatest destination yet. On Wednesday, June 17, 2009, God called and Robert transitioned to new life. He put on a new uniform and journeyed to his heavenly home. Robert leaves to cherish his memory his loving and faithful wife, Michelle; children, Stephen and Kimberly, Robert Leon died in a military accident in 2002; step-son, Kwame Mair; grandchildren, Leondre Massey and Niambi White; siblings, Yvonne Harris (Plantation, Florida), Nathaniel Jr., and Vincent White (Miami, Florida); mother-in-law, Cynthia Allen (Kingston, Jamaica); daughter-in-law, Sonja B. White (Lake City, South Carolina); in-Laws, Wright Harris lll (Plantation, Florida), Bernadette White and Zelda White (Miami, Florida), Paula and Reston Walker (Port St. Lucie, Florida); nieces, Valerie Thomas (Delray Beach, Florida), Keisha Harris (Plantation, Florida), Yolanda and Twyla White, (Miami, Fl) and Athena Walker (Port St. Lucie); nephews: Nathaniel White III (Miami, Florida) and Akeem Walker; (Port St. Lucie, Florida); godson and great-nephew, Wilford Thomas (Delray Beach, FL); devoted friend, Stephanie White; and a host of extended family members and faithful friends.

J.D. â€œDennyâ€ Graves of Oakdale, MN, formerly of Accokeek, MD died on Wednesday, June 17 of natural causes, following a short illness. He was 86 years old. 


Denny was recruited as a young physicist into the Manhattan Project in Oak Ridge, TN during WWII. 


During his professional career, he worked at the Naval Radiological Defense Laboratory and Stanford Research Institute in California, as well as the Naval Research Lab, and for AMF in Alexandria, VA. In the mid 1960's he founded General Technologies Corporation, a research and development company. 


A charter member of the Alexandria Sertoma Club, he served several terms as an executive officer. 


After retiring at the age of 49, he became a master craftsman, skilled in stained glass, slate carving, and woodworking. He built several stringed musical instruments and excelled in antique restoration. He and his beloved Frances toured the country in search of sewing collectibles, many of which Denny restored. 


Denny is survived by two daughters from his first marriage, Marsha (Sonny) Warthen of Morgan Hill, CA; and Helen (Frank) Vasquez of Danville, CA.; and three children from his marriage to Frances (now deceased), Chris (Tom) Grondalski of Park City, UT; Nathan (Julie Reid) Graves of Portland, OR; and Mark (Judy) Graves of Cottage Grove, MN. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren. 


Visitation and services will be held at George P. Kalas Funeral Home at 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD on July 1. Visitation from 9:00 am until 10:45 am with prayer service at10:45. Burial to follow at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, 13401 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to The American Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice.

Michelle B. Smalling, 43, died on Monday, June 15, 2009. She was the beloved wife of Patrick J. Smalling; stepmother of Matthew (Nikki), Steven (Brooke) and Jesse Smalling; daughter of Robert and Katherine Bachand; sister of Robert (Ginnette) Bachand, Jr.; daughter in law of Marie L. Moore; and step grandmother of Khloe Smalling. She is also survived by many other relatives and friends. Friends are invited to Michelle's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm where services will be held on Friday, June 19 at 9:30am. Interment MD Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the National Audubon Society, 225 Varick St., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10014. Please sign online guestbook at using the link above.

Thomas Benjamin Greenwell, Sr., â€œDukeâ€ â€œTommyâ€ age 80, of Denton, MD and formerly of Edgewater and Capitol Heights, MD, died on Monday, June 15, 2009 at his daughter's home in Edgewater after a 4-month battle with cancer. Duke was born on September 14, 1928 in Seat Pleasant, MD. He was an Animal Warden III with the Prince George's County Animal Control. He raced pigeons for over 70 years and was a member of the American Pigeon Racing Union, No Boundaries Racing Pigeon Club, and Hillside and Concourse Pigeon Clubs. He also loved hunting, baseball, dogs and all birds. Every year he would plant a large vegetable garden. He was the beloved husband of Judy A. Greenwell for 54 years until her death on January 11, 2007; the father of Thomas â€œBubbyâ€ Greenwell, Jr. of Denton, MD, Jimmy â€œPeteâ€ Greenwell, Duane B. Greenwell and Stephen M. Greenwell all of Shady Side, MD, Theresa M. Morcombe of Preston, MD, Sue A. Conner of Edgewater, MD, and the late Mark A. Greenwell; brother of Mary A. Hyson of Lusby, MD, Gwendolyn A. Arnold of Prince Frederick, MD, and the late Timothy M. Greenwell and Margaret C. Gray. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter. Friends are invited to Duke's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, June 19 at 10:30am at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Edgewater, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Hwy., Annapolis, MD 21401. Please sign online guestbook using the link above.

On Monday, June 15, 2009; the beloved wife of SMA Bennie B. Hooks, USA(Ret.); mother of Mona Lisa and Bennie B. Hooks, Jr.; sister of the late Elaine, Frances, Hilery and Andrew. She is also survived by four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Mrs. Hooks' Life Celebration at Holy Family Catholic Church, 2200 Callaway St., Hillcrest Heights, MD on Thursday, June 25 from 11:30 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 pm. Interment Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society.

Obituaries

Veronica Carpenter

Pedro Guzman

Helen Barnard

Pearl Condatore

David Deason

Nathan Neely

Katherine Murphy

Helen Davenport

John Willias

Janice Purdy

Bill Harrell

Claire Deeter

Raymond Stultz

Merle Bodycomb

Bernard Magill

Edmond Golden

Patricia Lambird

Carrie Carpenter

Florentino Pena

Robert White

J. Graves

Michelle Smalling

Thomas Greenwell

Mary Hooks