Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Relatives and friends are invited to Harvey's Life Celebration on Monday, January 16, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. On Tuesday, January 17 at 11am,  the funeral service will be held at South Potomac Church, 4915 Crain Hwy., White Plains, MD 20695. Interment following at St. Mary's Church Cemetery of Piscataway, 13401 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735. 

Surrounded by her family, Sofia Macazar (Coyoca) Coleman passed away peacefully at the Walter Reed Medical Hospital in Bethesda, MD on January 5, 2023, at the beautiful age of 88.

Sofia was born to the late Rosita and Gabriel Coyoca in the Philippines on August 22, 1934. Sofia met and later married her late loving husband, Robert Eugene Coleman, Sr. on May 22, 1967, in Angeles City, Philippines. They started a family then later moved to the United States where she studied cosmetology and started her career as a hair stylist.  From the very beginning, she dedicated her life and love to God, her husband, children, extended family, and career. She was an active, dedicated and devout catholic.  

Sofia impacted the lives of many people with her unconditional love, unforgettable warm beautiful smile, and giant heart. Sofia had a compassionate and generous disposition, a  passion to help anyone in need.  She is dearly missed by her loved ones and friends, who celebrate the fact that she is at peace with her creator.

Sofia is survived by her children Gale Elizabeth Duval (Fritz Gaetan Duval) and Robert Eugene Coleman, Jr.; sisters Leticia Coyoca Ashford and Marites Coyoca Elmore; brothers Clemente Macazar Coyoca and Manuel Macazar Coyoca; many nieces and nephews along with many grandnieces and nephews.  She is predeceased by her parents; husband of over 50 years; daughter Virginia Parker; sister Norma Coyoca Meracap; brothers Vicente Macazar Coyoca, Bonifacio Macazar Coyoca, Bonligar Macazar Coyoca, Gabriel Macazar Coyoca, Jr., and Claro Macazar Coyoca. 


Relatives and friends are invited to Salvador's Life Celebration on Saturday, January 21, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Services and burial will be private at a later date. 

Edgar Norman Jones Jr, age 71, of Ocean Pines, MD, slipped away on January 3rd, 2023 at UMMC in Baltimore. These last years of Norm’s life were challenging, but he met them head-on with the gusto and spirit for life by which he was known. 

Born in Annapolis, MD and raised in Eastport, he is the baby brother of the remarkable Jones team. With his devastated wife, Diana, he is survived by his son, Edgar N. Jones III (Shannon) and his grandchildren Macie E. Jones and Edgar N. Jones IV, all of whom he deeply cherished and adored. Norm was predeceased by his parents, Edgar N. Jones Sr “Wimpy” and Marybelle “Mutt”, and he is also survived by his sister Geral Parks-Lisi (Richard), brothers James Michael Jones (Bobbi) and John Frank Jones (Mary Ann). 

Norm served proudly in the US Navy on the USS Coral Sea during the VietNam war. From a long fire service family line, he followed his father and brothers into and retired from the Annapolis City Fire Department as a firefighter and paramedic during the early development years of Maryland’s Emergency Medical System (Shock Trauma). 

Having lived in Maryland, Florida, and Tennessee, he finally settled in his beloved Ocean Pines, working hard and playing hard at Berlin’s GlenRiddle Golf Course until he no longer could. Norm was positively thrilled with an ocean fishing trip with his son this last birthday, a dream fulfilled. His enthusiasm was infectious; he never met a stranger, and he loved his family, friends, children and animals as they loved him. Jokester and trickster that he was, he was also funny, impulsive, honest, smart, intuitive, thoughtful, creative, kind and generous. He treasured great fun, good food, and a helluva house party. Norm lived life thoroughly and never missed an opportunity to take you on that ride with him. His soulmate, Diana, was his rock; and Norm was her rocket. 

A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 20, 2023, at The Links at Lighthouse Sound Golf Course, 12723 St. Martin’s Neck Road, Bishopville, MD 21813, with a lite fare reception following. In lieu of flowers, gifts and donations in Norm’s memory may be made to The Church Mouse, a thrift shop and local outreach, PO Box 429, Berlin, MD 21811. 

Your “Stormin' Norm" stories and memories may be shared using the Memories tab on this page.

Elizabeth Staed, 78, a 25-year resident of Arlington, VA passed away on January 3, 2023, in Edgewater, MD after a 5-year battle with Parkinson’s. Born on September 6, 1944, in Harrisonburg, VA, Elizabeth received a Bachelor of Arts, going on to have a career with Kroger, Inc. 

Elizabeth was a devoted member of the Catholic Church. She loved sewing, crafts, and fashion. Elizabeth was devoted to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, always encouraging her family to overcome divisiveness and support and love one another. She had great style, and was creative and generous in all her endeavors. 

Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her daughters, Melina Armiger of Deale, MD and Deborah Taylor of Atlanta, GA; brother, John Geiger of Fairfax, VA; sisters, Kathy Ray of Naples, FL, Jean Dolenc of Norfolk, VA, and Margaret Woythal of Kansas City, MO; grandson, Whit Taylor; and granddaughters, Elyse Taylor, Katie Loman, Emily Armiger, and Ashley Kenny.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Elizabeth's life on Tuesday, January 10, from 11 am until a funeral service begins at 12 noon at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A graveside service will be held at 2 pm at Fairfax Memorial Park, 9900 Braddock Road Fairfax, VA 22032. Donations can be made to Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Rd, West River, MD 20778. 

Condolences can be made by using the Memories tab on the left.

Cecilia “Ann” Wright, 75, of Annapolis, MD passed away at her home on January 3, 2023, after an 8-year battle with Alzheimer’s. Born on November 4, 1947, in Baltimore to the late Walter H. Thomas (1986) and Mary E. Thomas (1982), Ann attended St. Mary’s Catholic School. She later went on to have a career with Anne Arundel Food Service at Central Special Education School for 23 years.

Ann enjoyed crocheting, but most of all loved spending time with her family and friends. Ann was one of a kind. She was the pillar of her family and would be the first to jump in and help anyone in need. She is very loved, and so very missed.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, William “Roy” Wright; sister, Mary E. Trott (2002) of Annapolis; and granddaughter, Diana Tolson (2005).

She is survived by her son, Thomas (Donna) Wright of Glen Burnie; daughter, Sharon Kelley of Annapolis; brother, William “Billy” Thomas of Millington; sister, Audrey (Jim) Dewey of Ocala, FL; grandsons, Bradley Swift of Annapolis and William Wright of Glen Burnie; granddaughter, Carrie (James) Simpson of Annapolis; and great-grandson, Kenny Good III.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Ann's life on Sunday, January 8 from 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, and again on Monday, January 9 from 10 am until her funeral service begins at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to the <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=51079&51079.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=giving_google&s_subsrc=giving_google&gclid=CjwKCAiAh9qdBhAOEiwAvxIok2RWpmAD-nirDxTq_8tG-bzwKsPaIpvxSkmKPgUoGLrl14IecgWJ2BoCRG4QAvD_BwE">Alzheimer’s Association</a> (www.act.alz.org).

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Martin D. “Marty” Menton, Jr., 89, an 18 year resident of Annapolis and previously of New Carrollton, passed away on January 3, 2023 at Johns Hopkins Hospital surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Queens, NY on April 18, 1933 to Martin D. and Anne Menton, he graduated from New York University with honors and then earned his Masters Degree from George Washington University.  He served his country in the U.S Navy as an air traffic controller from 1952 until being honorably discharged in 1955.  He started with NASA at the Goddard Space Flight Center in 1966 before retiring in 1994 as a Deputy Project Manager.  He was active in coaching his children in youth sports and was an avid basketball player and golfer.

Marty is survived by his wife of 64 years, Ellen A. Menton; his children, Marty Menton, III of Reno, NV, Elizabeth Brown of Lewes, DE, Maureen Bossler of Hagerstown, MD, Christopher J. Menton, Sr. of Blythewood, SC and Kathleen Menton of Annapolis;  his grandchildren, Ellen Valdez, Christopher Menton, Jr. and Martin Menton, IV ; two great grandchildren; and his brother, Robert Menton of Greenville, SC.

Family and friends are invited to Marty’s life celebration on Wednesday, January 18 from 5-7 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, January 19 at 9 AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church,  620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, with interment to follow in the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation (www.pcf.org).  


Marguerite Nickles Ralston, 83, of Edgewater, MD, passed away on January 3, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-five years, Leonard J. Ralston, Jr. She is survived by a daughter, Jennifer (James G. Kress); three sons, Patrick (Loretta Lynch), Matthew (Shellah Mortola) and Joseph (Karen Fink); eleven grandchildren and her sister, Anita Costinett. Mass of the Resurrection will be offered on Saturday, January 14 at 9:00 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Gonzaga College High School, 19 Eye St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001.

Online condolences may be made by visiting the Memories link on this page.

Kim Aaron Weikle, age 68, of Lothian, Maryland passed away Monday, January 2, 2023, after a long struggle with cancer. Kim was born on January 1, 1955, in Menomonie, Wisconsin. He was the middle of three sons of Douglas Weikle and Gladys (Parker) Weikle of Saskatchewan, Canada. The family had moved from Saskatchewan to Wisconsin as his father pursued greater opportunities as a radio news broadcaster and writer. The family eventually settled in Bowie, Maryland in 1969, where Kim attended Belair Jr. High and Bowie High School, graduating in the class of 1974. Following graduation, Kim worked as a cook and manager in local restaurants before beginning a career as a finance professional in several banking and lending companies, including M& T Bank.

A personable and outgoing soul, he loved to be surrounded by family and friends; coaching kids' sports, playing games, telling stories, and making everyone smile with his infectious laugh! Kim is survived by his wife of 14 years Millie of Lothian; mother Gladys (now 103 years young); sons Steven and Kevin, both of Bowie; brother Harlan (Nancy) of Savannah, Georgia; and brother Scott (Karen) of Deale, Maryland. Kim was preceded in death by his father Douglas.

A family service and interment will be in his parent's hometown in Saskatchewan, Canada at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made in his name to a charity group of your choosing.

Online condolences may be using the Memories tab on this page.

Richard A. Owens, III, 71, a resident of Davidsonville, MD, died at his home on December 31, 2022.  Born June 14, 1951, in Annapolis, MD, Richard was a graduate of Annapolis High School and was the owner of Richard Owens Plumbing.  He served in the Air Force Reserves and enjoyed trains, western culture, and spending time with his dogs.  Richard is survived by two sons, Richard A. Owens, IV of Cibolo, TX, and Andrew T. Owens of Harwood, MD; a daughter-in-law, Barbara Owens; a brother, Leroy Owens of Mt. Jackson, VA; a sister, Betty Anne Schultz of Annapolis, MD; two grandsons, Zachary P. Owens and Brantley C. Owens; and his beloved dogs, Amber and Sadie.  Friends are invited to celebrate Richard’s life on Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 4 to 7 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. 

Please take a moment and leave a condolence message by using the memories tab on the left.

James W. Fling, beloved son of Jean C. Fling, passed away on December 30, 2022, at the age of 59, due to cardiac arrest. He was a long-time resident of Bethesda, MD. Jimmy was employed in the commercial construction industry and was skilled in all areas of home improvement. His caring personality and heart of gold led him to always freely help others. He treasured his time spent with his much-loved dogs and adventures on the boat “Jean’s Fling’’ in the Chesapeake Bay. Jimmy enjoyed cars, sports, music, dancing, and vacations in Ocean City, MD.

He is survived by his mother, Jean C. Fling, his brother Mark S. Fling and his wife Paola, her son Sebastian, niece Alexa N. Fling, aunt Mary Heath, uncle Arthur (Butch) Heath, and cousins; Eileen Zaenger (Dennis), Julie Troxler (Kelly), Carrie Mitchell (Jim), and Andrew Vitali III (Erika). He was preceded in death by his cousin Jack Heath. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Montgomery County SPCA, P.O. Box 637 Washington Grove, Maryland 20880 or online <a href="http://www.mcspca.org/donate.asp">Here</a> Interment will be private.

You can leave a condolence for Jimmy's family by using the memories tab on the left.

Michael Eugene Deshields, 62, of Fort Washington, Maryland, passed away on Fri, Dec 30, 2022 due to transplant complications.

Michael is survived by his mother, Mary Deshields, and his wife, Tari Deshields.  He is also survived by his 5 sisters, Linda (Reginald) Beachum, Andrea (Derrick) Miller, Linita (Timothy) Williams, Loretta (Corey) Henry, Leikita (Avon) Paul; his 3 children, Ashley (Kumasi) Barnett, Michael (Tiera) Deshields II, and Jennifer (Ethan) Bradley; and his 5 grandchildren, Aya Marie Barnett, Ian Michael Deshields, Benedict Bradley, Effie Bradley, and Noah Rose Bradley.

Michael was born in Louisville, Kentucky on December 2, 1960. Michael and Tari were first married in a civil ceremony on August 24, 1983 in Grand Forks, North Dakota.  They also had a vow renewal ceremony in the Church on May 14, 1993 at Bolling AFB in Washington, DC.

Michael was a fan of football, as his favorite team was the Dallas Cowboys.  He also enjoyed taking cruises with his wife.  But his greatest passions in life were his relationship with God, as well as being with his grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to Michael's Life Celebration on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Mass of Christian of Burial will be offered at St. Mary's Church Cemetery of Piscataway, 13401 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735 On Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 11am. Interment St. Mary's Piscataway Church Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions in his name to “Have Faith Haiti Mission”.

Website: <a href="https://havefaithhaiti.org/move">https://havefaithhaiti.org/</a>

 
Donate by Mail

Make your check payable to “Have Faith Haiti Mission” and send to:

Have Faith Haiti Mission
c/o A Hole in the Roof Foundation
29836 Telegraph Road
Southfield, Michigan 48034

Have Faith Haiti is operated by the A Hole in the Roof Foundation, a 501(c)(3) org (TAX ID# 27-0609504). Donations are tax-deductible.

 

An obituary will be posted upon completion.

Carolyn (Dudy) L. Turgeon passed away at the Rebecca Fortney Inpatient Care Center on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, after a short battle with cancer. She was eighty-one years young. Born on March 19, 1941, in Providence RI, to the late Harry A. Turgeon and Emily J. Hilbert, she graduated high school in Providence, RI, and spent one year in the Army. Following her Army discharge, Carolyn worked several jobs and ended her career working for the Navy as a civilian, a job she was very proud of and spoke of often. She spent most of her adult life in Edgewater, MD where she was surrounded by a close group of neighbors and friends.

Carolyn loved to read and had a large collection of Stephen King novels. She enjoyed her home by the water and spent many hours fixing, repairing, and building with her hands. She had a great love for animals and always had dogs, cats, and birds as pets, always spoiling them. Carolyn was a strong, independent woman who knew what she wanted and how she wanted things done but was always willing to help out a friend or neighbor without hesitation. She will be greatly missed. 

Carolyn is survived by a brother, Robert Turgeon; a sister, Beatrice Turgeon; three nieces, Barbara Thibault, Cheryl Pratte, and Ann Marie Millard; two nephews, Joey Thibault and Kenneth Mendenhall; and several great-grandnieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two siblings, James Turgeon and Joyce Mendenhall. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Carolyn’s life on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at 1 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Carolyn’s name to an animal support organization of your choosing. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Hazel W. Chumley, 87, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, with Terri and Danny at her side. 

Hazel was born in the coal mines of West Virginia on March 4, 1935, to Naomi Pickett and George Washington Williams, Sr. After high school graduation, she came to Washington, DC to work for the FBI, where she met her husband, James C. (Jim) Chumley, who preceded her in death in 1996. She was also preceded in death by her parents, 1 sister, 5 brothers, 3 sisters-in-law, 1 brother-in-law, and her sweet daughter-in-law Patricia Ann (Pat). She is survived by 2 sisters-in-law, Bettie Williams and Phyllis Wagner, and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by a daughter, Terri Jane and her husband Michael Hicks; son, James Daniel (Danny); grandchildren Chuck and his wife Kimberly Chumley; David Talbert; Valerie and her husband Thomas Marshall; 1 sweet great-granddaughter and 7 rambunctious great-grandsons. 

In her earlier years Hazel spent many hours volunteering at the kid’s schools, where she made many friends, but one very special friend, Dee Rockwell. They were not only lifelong friends, but bowling buddies. Duckpin Bowling was Hazel’s passion for more than 40 years. During that time she coached many years of Youth and Adult-Youth bowling leagues, which she especially enjoyed.

Hazel was a fantastic cook. There wasn’t a dish she cooked that people didn’t LOVE. Fried Chicken, Cabbage Rolls, Roast, Pinto Beans with Fried Potatoes and Cornbread, and especially her Peanut Butter Fudge! Thankfully Danny has followed in her culinary footsteps. She also loved watching football but REALLY loved to watch Tennis.

Relatives and friends are invited to Hazel's Life Celebration on Friday, January 6, 2023, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm and again on Saturday, January 7 from 10 am until the start of the funeral service at 11 am at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment following at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suitland, Maryland.

Following the cemetery, all are invited for a short gathering at Suitland Bowl, 4811 Silver Hill Road, Suitland, Maryland. The snack bar will be open for the purchase of food and drinks. Thanks to everyone for your prayers and uplifting thoughts. The family truly appreciates you all!

Online condolences may be offered using the Memories tab on this page.






On Tuesday, December 27, 2022, Lois Jean Noe passed away at her residence in Clinton, MD. 

Lois Jean was born on December 12, 1938, in Cleveland, OH to Anthony and Fannie Del Pizzo. 

Lois Jean was a member of Southern Prince George's County Business & Professional Women's Club and Xi BetaAlpha/Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. She was the Past President of Malcom Grow Medical Center Officers Wives Club on Andrews Air Force Base and was on the Board of Directors for Family Crisis Center. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Richard Del Pizzo. 

She is survived by many friends.

Friends are invited to Lois Jean's Life Celebration on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 from 10 a.m. until the start of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8908 Old Branch Avenue, Clinton, MD 20735. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735 immediately following the Mass at approximately 12:20 p.m.

On Tuesday, December 27, 2022, Thomas J. Barnes passed away in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Thomas' Life Celebration on Thursday, January 5, 2023 from 10:15 a.m. until the start of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:15 a.m. at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 2800 Pennsylvania Ave., S.E., Washington, DC 20020. Interment will be held at Cedar Hill Cemetery at approximately 12:30 p.m.

Funeral arrangements are pending. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT ATTEND THE MEMORIAL MASS ON WEDNESDAY IN PERSON, CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO WATCH THE LIVE STREAM OF THE SERVICE.

<a href="https://www.holyfamilychurch.com/live-stream.html"> Holy Family Live Stream</a>



Patricia Ann “Patty” Rocker, 56, a 3-year resident of Glen Burnie and previously of Edgewater, MD, passed away on December 25, 2022 surrounded by family.  Born on May 21, 1966 in Bedford, PA to the late Nancy and William Fyfe Sr., Patty earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh in Johnstown.  She worked at the Maryland Municipal League in Annapolis then changed paths and devoted her career as school secretary for the Anne Arundel Public Schools at Central Elementary in Edgewater.  Patty was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville.  She was an avid reader who also enjoyed collecting nutcrackers and blown-glass art.  
Patty is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, James Rocker; her son, Steven Rocker of Glen Burnie; her daughter, Amanda Rocker of Wichita, KS; and three brothers, William Fyfe, Jr. and Lorne Fyfe, Sr., both of Bedford, PA and Brian Fyfe of Manns Choice, PA.
Friends are invited to celebrate Patty’s life with her family from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 27 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037.  Memorial Mass will be offered at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 28 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770 (please include Patricia Rocker on the memo line) or online <a href="https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign=honormemorialpage&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=%5BB%5D+American+Cancer+Society+-+Exact&utm_term=american%20cancer%20society&utm_id=go_cmp-11361949398_adg-117026193771_ad-626977562116_kwd-52581190_dev-c_ext-62177376193_prd-_mca-_sig-CjwKCAiAqaWdBhAvEiwAGAQltsHFVtaH6mMKmGnl3Bh1bST1wCoTdpE5UxYhSs14f51X1NlmDA3jDxoC1ugQAvD_BwE&gclid=CjwKCAiAqaWdBhAvEiwAGAQltsHFVtaH6mMKmGnl3Bh1bST1wCoTdpE5UxYhSs14f51X1NlmDA3jDxoC1ugQAvD_BwE&nclid=Cygb4QanT6yJhxbH-bW3ax3MrimOw-SFpFmcoIXzk-1IfDlcBlEftWd6aC6jq9ML">HERE</a>

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Mrs. Lakshmi Jayaprakash passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022 in Annapolis, Maryland surrounded by her family. She had just celebrated her 69th birthday two days prior. Although born and raised in Karnataka, India, Mrs. Jayaprakash spent the majority of her adulthood in Anne Arundel County, Maryland raising her three children and two granddaughters.  Mrs. Jayaprakash is survived by her three loving children, two caring granddaughters, four siblings, and many other dear family members throughout USA and India. Mrs. Jayaprakash was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 43 years, an elder brother, her parents-in-law, two brothers-in-law, a sister-in-law, and a niece. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.

Funeral services for Mrs. Jayaprakash will be held on Wednesday, December 28 at 1:00 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  Interment will be private.


All services for Joyce will be private at this time. Please take a moment and leave a condolence for her family by using the memories tab on the left side of this page.

Jamar Brake, 42 a resident of Washington, DC, died on December 23, 2022. Born March 4, 1980, in Charleston, South Carolina. Jamar was a graduate of Ballou STAY high school. Jamar's past work history included telemarketing in Washington, DC. His positive attitude, curiosity, problem solving skills, and love of people brought fulfillment to Jamar. 

Jamar was a military dependent from birth to adolescent years. He had wonderful memories while living with his family at Menriv Naval Weapons Station in Charleston, SC to Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, DC.

Jamar was a gifted Chess player and was a part of a Northwest Washington DC Chess Club where he competed in tournaments. 

Jamar's baptismal was Catholic and his faith was steadfast. He enjoyed reading and discussing the Bible with family and friends. Jamar was a lover of music, his headphones and playlist were always ready. Fishing was relaxing but being by the water brought peace of mind.  Jamar was an animal whisperer. He was a Pet Parent to a Staffordshire Bull Terrier "Sugar Ray Ray". Traveling was an adventure for Jamar and he enjoyed it with great passion!  Going to the movies was a must and netflix was never neglected. In Jamar's youth he enjoyed running track and field and playing basketball-He had game!

Jamar was a victim to gun violence which paralyzed him in his adolescent years, he transitioned from participating in sports to watching sports. His resilience had no boundaries.

Jamar was a New York Giants fan and he loved the comradery it brought! Good luck was magical for Jamar, because he seem to always have an amazing story of winning at local Casinos. 

Jamar was known for his contagious smile. He was a free spirit, entertaining and certainly had the gift of gab. 

Jamar loved his Family. He valued his role with the highest regard as a Beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, Brother in law, Nephew, and Cousin. Within each relationship was a true friendship from Jamar. 

SURVIVORS

Mother- Josephine Wave Caprietta Brake
Father - Joe Rufus Brake Jr. (the late Regina)
1 Sister Nowana (Joey); 2 brothers Malory and Nigel (Miyada); 1 Grandmother Dorthy Brake(the late Joseph).

2 nieces Jazmine and Iset; 5 nephews Micah, Joel, Noah, Khalin, Mazin.
  
A host of Aunties, Uncles, Godparents, Godsisters, Godbrother, Family, and Friends. 

Jamar Brake was proceeded in passing by 1 brother, Kalin Ernest Brake; 2 grandparents Oncimus Caprietta & Theodore Baptiste.

     Joyce Smither Rinehart, 80, a resident of Edgewater, MD and Farnham, VA, died on December 22, 2022 after a 7-month battle with cancer.
     Joyce was born in Riverdale, MD on November 7, 1942 to the late Carlie and Ruth Smither.  She grew up in Hyattsville, MD and spent her holidays and summers with her grandparents in the Northern Neck of Virginia where both her parents were from.  Joyce graduated from Northwestern High School in Hyattsville in 1960 and started her career at the National Bureau of Standards, Radiation Physics Division, in Washington, DC.  After marrying the love of her life, Kenneth C. Rinehart, she became a full-time mom raising her children.  In 1969, Joyce and her husband started a business, General Machine Shop, Inc. where she was officially the secretary/treasurer but performed all types of duties.  She retired from the family business in 1996 to take care of her granddaughter full time while her husband and grown children continued to run the family business which is still in operation today. 
     Joyce traveled extensively yet was most happy at home in her garden, pulling weeds, digging in the dirt, and planting flowers.  When she wasn’t in her garden she was taking care of her lawn on her John Deere Tractor with a huge smile on her face.  She loved to shop and go antiquing but her greatest treasure was her family.  Joyce and her husband were long-time members of the Chesapeake Bay Powerboat Association in which they were very active and made many friends.  Her favorite boating trips were riding across the Chesapeake Bay to St. Michaels for the weekend or cruising down to the Tides Inn in Irvington, VA. 
     Joyce is survived by her husband of 60 years, Kenneth C. Rinehart; two sons, Robert and Keith (Lori), both of Edgewater; daughter, Cynthia Norris (John) of Harwood, MD; and four grandchildren, Jacob (Colleen) and Carly Rinehart and Sarah and Kenny Norris.  She is also survived by her niece, Maggie Smither Johnson (Andrew) and great-niece, Julia, all of Riverdale and life-long friend Mally King of Farnham, VA.
     In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her brother, Richard Smither (Julia) and nephew, Jonathan Roy Smither.
     Friends are invited to celebrate Joyce’s life on Thursday, December 29, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where her funeral service will be held on Friday, December 30, at 10 am. Interment at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. 
     Condolences may be offered using the Memories tab on this page.

Obituaries

Harvey Tabion

Sofia (Coyoca) Coleman

Salvador Reyes, Jr.

Edgar Jones, Jr.

Elizabeth Staed

Cecilia Wright

Martin D. Menton, Jr.

Marguerite Ralston

Kim Weikle

Gregorine Colicchio

Richard Owens, III

James Fling

Michael Deshields

Mee Ja Hayden

Carolyn Turgeon

Hazel Chumley

Lois Jean Noe

Thomas Barnes

Christa Mensch

Patricia Rocker "Patty"

Lakshmi Jayaprakash

Joyce Calabro

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