Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

On Monday, December 8, 2008, the beloved husband of Nancy Deoudes; father of Marina and Christopher Deoudes; brother of John(Tasia) Deoudes and Voula(Petro) Tsahalis; grandfather of Brianna Deoudes; son-in-law of Clara Kouremetis; brother-in-law of Elena, Louie and Rev. Michael(Cyndy) Kouremetis, Vicky(Charles) Alevrofas, Mike Lampros and the late Mary Lampros. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Family and friends are invited to George's Life Celebration on Sunday, December 14 from 6 to 9p.m. at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Services will be held on Monday, December 15 at 11:00a.m. at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 7701 Bradley Blvd. Bethesda, MD. Interment National Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to American Cancer Society.

Mary Gladys Kalamakis, age 91, a resident of Annapolis for 50 years, died on December 8, 2008 at Anne Arundel Medical Center of natural causes. Mary was born in Tarpon Springs, FL on January 26, 1917. She worked for an engineering company as a secretary and in her spare time enjoyed nature, especially bird watching and going on walks. She was the beloved wife of the late Howard Deen, who died on May 7, 1992 and sister of the late Peter Kalamakis and the late Ann Stichler, also survived by several great nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private with burial in Tarpon Springs, FL at a later date. Arrangements by George P. Kalas Funeral Home, Edgewater, MD.

Joanne â€œJodyâ€ Johnson Tyson, 49, a 12 year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Miller Place, NY died at her home in the Beverly Beach area of Edgewater on December 7, 2008 of liver and kidney failure after a one year illness. 


Born, January 6, 1959 in Ridgewood, NJ to Herbert and Joan Johnson of East Marion, NY, she graduated from Berkeley Springs High School in Berkeley Springs, WV, then from Cortland State University in Cortland, NY with a Bachelors of Science degree in Education. She was a homemaker most of her life. Jody was a devoted mother, who cherished her daughters. She also lovingly committed herself to working with disabled children and the elderly. Mrs. Tyson was a member of Fran's bible study group. Her hobbies included beach combing, cooking, gardening, horseback riding, science and camping. 


She was the beloved wife of David Tyson, whom she married in 1988; mother of Alexandra Rae and Mackenzie Ann Tyson, both of the home; sister of Chris Johnson of Shoreham, NY, Erik Johnson of Omaha, NE, Bridget Johnson of Port Washington, NY, Karin Wanag of Montauk, NY and Jennifer Johnson of Beverly, MA. 


Friends are invited to Jody's Life Celebration at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Friday, December 12 from 2 to 4pm and 7 to 9pm, with a funeral service beginning at 7pm. Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hope House, 26 Marbury Drive Crownsville MD 21032.

Vincent Joseph "Vince" Marcalus, 73, a 31-year resident of Edgewater, and previously of Darnestown, died Sun. Dec. 7 at Anne Arundel Medical Center of a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm.
 
Born Jan. 6, 1935 to the late James Anthony Marcalus & Marion Gansereit Marcalus in Passaic, N.J. He graduated in 1952 from Fairlawn High school where he was a member of the marching band, composed high school Alma Mater, and was 1st Chair Baritone Horn in NJ State Band. In 1956 he received his Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY.
 
In the early 1960's he served as Captain in the US Airforce stationed at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif. He worked as one of the key developers in designing a radar tracking device for the experimental plane X15. He also worked briefly as an engineer for Hughes Aircraft and NASA. His knowledge with computers in its inception landed him jobs working for IBM and Honeywell.
 
For 30 years, he was employed as the Director of IT for the US Federal Government in multiple areas, including the Department of Treasury, Customs Bureau, & Veterans Administration. After working for the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC for 10 years, he retired in 1996.
 
In early post-retirement years he was briefly employed by the US Postal Service in Edgewater.
 
His memberships included Sigma Xi & Theta Tau during undergrad studies 1952-1956 and in the 1970's-1980's he was an active member of the of Boy Scouts of America as Troop Leader for troop # 815 in Edgewater.
 
He enjoyed coin collecting, music, reading, gardening, traveling, & spending time with his grandchildren.
 
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Elizabeth Marie Marcalus of Edgewater; four sons, Steven Marcalus of Bishopville, Craig Marcalus of Berkeley Springs, W.Va., Jeffrey Marcalus of Davidsonville and Eric Marcalus of Edgewater; one daughter, Tracey Verschueren of Edgewater; two brothers, Fred Marcalus of Jewell, Iowa and John Marcalus of Spokane, Wash., three sisters, Kathleen Smith of Washington, N.J., Sister Annamarie Marcalus of Clinton, Iowa and Francis Rairdon from Riverside, Calif.; and five grandchildren: Amanda, Michael, Jeremy, Bryce and Jacob Marcalus.
 
Visitation will be held on Thurs, Dec., 11, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. & 6 p.m - 8 p.m. at Kalas Funeral Home 2973 Solomons Island Rd. Edgewater, MD 21037, Funeral Service on Fri. Dec. 12, 10:30 a.m. at Kalas Funeral Home. Interment at Lakemont Memorial Gardens.
 
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Boy Scouts of America, 701 Wyman Park Drive Baltimore, MD 21211.

Ronald Burl Caffey, DVM, 76, a resident of Bowie, MD for over 31 years and previously of the Midwest died on December 7, 2008 in Annapolis, MD 


Born, October 30, 1932 in Lebanon, Missouri, he graduated from Fort Collin A.M. College in 1956 with a degree in Veterinary Medicine. Mr. Caffey was employed at the Department of Agriculture as Assistant to the Deputy Administrator, APHIS-Animal Disease Eradication, PPQ-Plant protection and quarantine. He was leader of the federal emergency team; supervisor of animal and port inspections worldwide. His hobbies included waterskiing, carpentry and travel. 


He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Barbara Caffey; father of Rodney B. Caffey of Moncure, NC, Connie Thompson of Sevierville, TN and Chris Parisi of Bowie, MD; brother of Burlene LeClair of Sequin, TX and Peggy Cummings of Julesburg, CO; also survived by 4 grandchildren. Arrangements and interment are private. â€œMay the angels brush away your cares with gentle wings.â€

On Sunday, December 7, 2008, beloved wife of Ariel Reyes; sister of Nelly Tongson, Wilfredo Quiambao and the late Socorro Maguigad. She is also survived by 3 neices and 6 nephews. Friends are invited to Bernardita's life celebration on Friday, December 12 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 OXON HILL RD., OXON HILL. MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 13 at 10am from St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

On Saturday, December 6, 2008. The beloved Mother of Rachel D. Wilt. Graveside services will be held on Friday, December 12, 2008 at 11:30am at Carmel Cemetery, Hague, Virginia

George E. Maloney, Sr.



George â€œ3 Fingersâ€ Edward Maloney, Sr., 80, of Lothian for the last 25 years and a previously of Edgewater for 17 years and also of Seat Pleasant, MD died on December 6, 2008 at the Tate Hospice House of lung cancer after an 8 week illness.



Born July 23, 1928, to the late Rose and William Walter Maloney, he was employed at the Prince George's County Public Works. Mr. Maloney served his country while in the United States Army. He was a member of the Moose Lodge. 

George's hobbies included wood working, needlework and CB radio.He was the beloved husband of the late Margaret Maloney, who died in August of 2008 and Ann Elizabeth Maloney, who died in January of 1990; father of George Steward of Annapolis, MD, Rose Hasson, Maryann Duncan and Ricky Maloney all of Six Mile, SC, Daniel Maloney, Sr. of Owings, MD, Sharon Schroth of Edgewater, MD, Hank Maloney of Easley, SC and the late Carolyn Childs; brother of Harry Maloney of Ft. Washington, MD, John Maloney of Columbia, MD and the late William Walter Maloney, Jr. and Daisy Maloney; also survived by 22 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.




Friends are invited to George's Life Celebration on Tuesday, December 9 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD, where services will be held on Wednesday at 3pm. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens,Davidsonville, MD. Please sign the guestbook at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com

Stephen Michael Reduzzi, 38, a 3 year resident of Annapolis, Maryland and previously of Fairfax, Virginia, died at his home on December 5, 2008. The cause of death is pending at this time. Stephen was born on December 26, 1969 in Easton, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Severna Park High School and attended the University of Missouri and Florida Atlantic University. While attending these universities he earned an Associates Degree and was only a few credits short of his Bachelor's Degree. Most of his career has been spent working in the food service field. At the time of his death he was working at Carpaccio's Italian Restaurant on West Street in Annapolis and prior to that at Ruth Chris Steak House in Eastport. 


He was an avid reader, who also enjoyed music of all types, but particularly Retro Music. Next to his family, his first love were his animals; his dogs and cats. He is survived by his parents, David A. and Susan J. Reduzzi of Annapolis,Maryland, his brother and sister-in-law, David Scott and Elena Reduzzi of St. Charles, Missouri, his grandparents, Ruth and Maynard Beal of Wind Gap, Pennsylvania and Erma Reduzzi of Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania and 2 nephews, David Barrett and Ryan James Reduzzi. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 10 at 7:00p.m. at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd. Edgewater, MD. Interment at a later date in Pennsylvania. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to SPCA of Anne Arundel County, P.O. Box 3471, Annapolis,MD. 21403

On Friday, Dec 5, 2008, The beloved wife of the late William R. Kesterson, Mother of Joyce (Buddy) Taylor, Pamela (Mickey) Miller and Richard K. Kesterson. She is also survived by 3 grandchildern, numerous great grandchildren and 7 brothers and sisters. Friends may call at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill Md., on Tuesday December 9,2008 from 10am until time of services at 11am. Inurnment will be private. Please click on the above link to sign the on line guestbook.

Joseph â€œJoeâ€ Ross Darnell, Sr., 80, a 28-year resident of Riva, MD, died on December 5, 2008 at the Heritage Harbour Rehabilitation Center following a 2-year battle with prostate cancer. He was born on October 10, 1928 to the late Charles and Mary Darnell of Capitol Heights, MD where he was raised and educated. He was a master plumber for various employers. He served in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman 1st Class and received the National Defense Service and Good Conduct medals. He was a member of the American Legion #226 where he was an officer, Moose Lodge #296, Elks Lodge #2528, Veterans of Foreign Wars #304, Edgewater Senior Center and Peppers in Edgewater. He was also a Disabled American Veterans #3 Life Member. He was honored to place flags on veterans' graves at local cemeteries every Veterans Day and Memorial Day. He also enjoyed wildlife, working in his yard and flowers and meeting friends at the McDonald's in Edgewater. 


He is survived by Helen Sweeney, his companion of 28 years; his children: Joseph (Jean) R. Darnell, Jr. of Edgewater and Debbie (Roger) Mabe of Chesapeake Beach, MD; a brother, Tommy King of Benedict, MD and two sisters: Thelma Jackman of Lothian, MD and Mary Tyler of Capitol Heights, MD; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was also the brother of the late Charles Darnell and Junior, Bernie and Dora King. 


Friends are invited to Joe's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, December 9 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. where services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401. Please sign guestbook using the link above.

On Thursday, December 4, 2008, the beloved wife of the late John "Jack" Menzel, Jr.; daughter of the late Hugh and Florence DeFabio; step-mother of Scott Menzel and the late Eric Menzel; step-grandmother of Justin and Eric Menzel; niece of Phyllis Hanes. She is also survived by cousins and many friends. Family and friends are invited to Donna's Life Celebration on Tuesday, December 9 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8p.m. and Wednesday, December 10 from 10:00a.m. until service time at 11:00a.m. at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Arlington National Cenmetery on Wednesday, December 17 at 9:00a.m.

Clara Marie Teets, 63, a resident of the Beverly Beach region in Edgewater, MD for over 6 years and previously of Landover Hills, MD died on December 4, 2008 at the South River Health and Rehabilitation Center in Edgewater, MD. 


Born, October 9, 1945, in Washington, D.C., she graduated from Chamberlain Vocational High School in Washington, D.C. in 1964 and Star Beauty Academy in Washington, D.C. in 1965. She was employed as a Senior Cosmetologist in the metro D.C. area. Clara was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Landover Hills, MD. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, dancing, shopping, listening to music, vacations, going to the beach, watching movies, spending time with family and friends and she especially loved eating crabs. 


She is the beloved mother of Natalie Marie Teets of Edgewater, MD; sister of Patricia Norquest of Pauls Valley, OK and Irene Blaine Tuttle of Oklahoma; aunt of Suzanne Norquest of Maryland, Shirley Moody of Oklahoma, Greg Blaine of Oklahoma and the late Michael Blaine; former wife of Carl Teets of Mayo, MD. 


Friends are invited to Clara's Life Celebration on Tuesday, December 9 from 4pm until time of service at 5pm at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Interment private.

All arrangements and interment for Frances Robertson will be private. Please sign our online guestbook using the link above.

Susan Lynn Adams-Irons 


Susan â€œSusieâ€ Adams-Irons, a 3 year resident of Prince Frederick, and previously of Davidsonville, where she lived most of her life, died on Thursday December 4, 2008 at Washington Hospital Center after a lengthy illness. She was 43. 


Born April 30, 1965 in Fort Walton Beach, Florida to the late Joe L. and Billie Jo Adams, she attended South River High School. After school, she began working right away. She loved her job at Annapolis Harley Davidson and then transferred to All American Harley Davidson in Hughesville, MD. 


Iron Angel, as she was sometimes referred to, loved to ride her motorcycle, and attended many motorcycle related events and charity functions. She was a member of the ABATE club and enjoyed organizing fund raisers. 


Susie is survived by her husband, Rodney W. Irons of Calvert County, her children Kelly Wright of Brooksville, Florida, and Stephen Owens, Jr. of Edgewater. She is also survived by her siblings, Danny Adams of Crofton, Joey Adams of Kannapolis, NC, Trisha â€œPeanutâ€ Adams of Louden Co., VA and Lisa Webster of Crofton, MD. She is also survived by one granddaughter Sabrina Jones of Brooksville, FL. 


Graveside services will be held on Saturday December 6, 2008 at 11:30am at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Ave. Davidsonville, MD. A celebration of Susie's life will be held at the Knights of Pythias, 10 Pythian Drive in Annapolis, MD starting at 3pm until 9pm. 


In lieu of flowers the family will be taking donations in order to start a trust fund for her children and to save Susie's Harley Davidson Motorcycle. A donation box will be set up at the memorial service. 


Arrangements are by the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, Edgewater, MD.

On Wednesday, Deceber 3, 2008, the beloved husband of Andrea Larison; father of David M.(Laura) Larison and Tom C.(Christine) Propes; grandfather of John C.(Kathy) and Robert E.(Rose) Propes; great-grandfather of Heather M., Tristen R., Dillon T. and Conner W. Propes. Services at a later date

On Wednesday, December 3, 2008; the beloved husband of Anita S. Lustan; father of Rodney(Chris) and Jerry(Iris) Lustan and Mary Anne(Rick) Appling; grandfather of Jared, Zachary, Marissa, Dylan and Summer. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to Mr. Lustan's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Sunday and Monday, December 28 and 29 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, December 30 at 9am at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment Arlington National Cemetery.

On Tuesday, December 2, 2008; the beloved husband of the late Marietta Jean Soraci; father of Mary Roxann, Rocco Robert and Arthur Richard Soraci. He is also survived by many close relatives and friends. Friends may call at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, December 12, 2008 at 11am at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2315 Brinkley Rd., Ft. Washington, MD. Interment Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 10am at Arlington National Cemetery.

On Tuesday, December 2, 2008, the beloved wife of the late Eduardo C. Estella; sister of Terri(Chito) Bueno, Fe(Vic) Sarangay, Sonia(Junior) Tecson, Gliceria(Bert) Encarnacion, Estela(Elpi) Garcia and Jean(Gavi) de Castro. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to Bernardita's Life Celebration on Thursday and Friday from 6 to 9p.m. at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, December 6 at 11:00a.m. from St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livinston Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. Inurnment in the Philippines.

Arrangements for Ruth Lemley, who died on December 1, 2008, are incomplete at this time.

Esther Lucente Vricella, 75, an 8-year resident of Edgewater, MD and previously of Ft. Washington, MD, died on December 1, 2008 at her home following a 2-year battle with lung cancer. She was born on November 9, 1933 in Jamaica, NY to the late Frank and Maria Lucente and was a homemaker most of her life. She was highly regarded as a good neighbor and a good friend, always willing to help others. Esther was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church where she served as a Eucharistic Minister. She was also a hospice volunteer and enjoyed dancing, quilting, traveling, cooking and, most of all, her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Jerry Vricella, whom she married on April 17, 1955; her children: Dina D'Arcangelo of McLean, VA, Gene Vricella of Honolulu, HI, Steve Vricella of Crofton, MD, and Robert Vricella of Chevy Chase, MD. She was also the mother of the late Paul Vricella. She was the sister of John Lucente of Davidsonville, MD, Frank Lucente and Frances Fernandes of Edgewater, MD and Angela Ferguson of Moriches, NY. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Esther's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, on Thursday, December 4, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, December 5, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Edgewater. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037 or Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Hwy., Annapolis, MD 21401. Please sign our guestbook using the link above.

On Monday, December 1, 2008, the beloved husband of Gladys M. MacDougall; father of John G., Dave D.(Laurie) and Danny C.(Bobbi) MacDougall; brother of Amy Aldrich of Cedar Rapids, IA and Grace Wilson of St. Louis, MO. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Donald's Life Celebration on Thursday, December 4 from 6 to 8p.m. at GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd. Oxon Hill, MD. where services will be held on Friday, December 5 at 11:00a.m. Interment Ft. Lincoln Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Hwy. Annapolis,MD. 21401.

Stacia Ann Wasson Newman, age 49, a 14 year resident of Tracys Landing, MD and formerly of Woodbridge, VA died on December 1, 2008 at her residence after a 3 Â½ year battle with brain cancer. Stacie was born on July 20, 1959 in Saitama-Ken, Japan. She earned her A.A. Degree at Prince George's Community College and worked as a mortgage auditor in Bowie, MD. She was a member of Chesapeake Christian Fellowship in Davidsonville, MD and she enjoyed gardening, bowling, yoga, knitting and being with nice friends. Stacie raised her children to have a beautiful and kind spirit. She is survived by her husband, Mark Newman, whom she married on May 22, 1988; mother of Dallis and Avery Newman both of Tracys Landing, MD; sister of Robert Wasson of West Friendship, MD, Erick Wasson of Mechanicsville, VA, Tracia Adams of Merritt Island, FL, Kelly Castagna of Pensacola, FL, Kimberly Wasson of Valparaiso, FL Valerie Peters of Chesapeake Beach, MD; daughter of Bobbie R. and Joanne Wasson of Clinton, MD; Granddaugther of Orabelle Weston of Joplin, Missouri. Friends are invited to Stacie's Life Celebration at the GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday from 6 to 9 pm. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 6, at 10:00 AM at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship, 377 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Interment Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church Cemetery, West River, MD. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Hwy., Annapolis, MD 21401.

On Sunday November 30, 2008, the beloved wife of Harold L. Haskins; mother of Anita M. Lee; sister of Raymond Thornton. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 304 Anacostia Road S.E., Washington,DC 20019. Interment private.

Obituaries

George Deoudes

Mary Kalamakis

Joanne Tyson

Vincent Marcalus

Ronald Caffey

Bernardita Reyes

Margaret Kaplan

George Maloney

Stephen Reduzzi

Gladys Kesterson

Joseph Darnell

Donna Menzel

Clara Teets

Frances Robertson

Susan Adams-Irons

Oliver Larison

Rufino Lustan

Rocco Soraci

Bernardita Estella

Ruth Lemley

Esther Vricella

Donald MacDougall

Stacia Newman

Rose Haskins