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Justin William Adeyinka Bouma, 38, of Oklahoma City, OK passed away at his home on December 7, 2022. Born on December 16, 1983 to beloved parents Mr. Jon Bouma and Mrs. Sarian Bouma in Silver Spring, MD, Justin grew up in Mitchellville and Annapolis, MD, later moving to Oklahoma City in 2012.

Justin spent his early school years at Matthew Henson Montessori Elementary School, Samuel Ogle Elementary School, Nicholas Orem Middle School, and Annapolis Senior High School. He attended Howard University in Washington, D.C. where he studied broadcasting, history, and psychology. He completed summer journalism programs at Syracuse University in NY, the University of Maryland, and University of Maryland, Eastern Shore. He also completed a beginning Law program with the D.C. Courts. In his early school years, he was a member of the Young Astronaut Program in MD, where he excelled. In high school, he was a member of the Annapolis High School Navy ROTC.

His previous employment included Cimarron Steakhouse and Olive Garden in Oklahoma City, and the Zina Pierre for Mayor campaign in Annapolis, MD. Justin was an occasional radio personality in sports and news. He recently was recruited by the Oklahoma City Department of Rehabilitation, and would have started work on January 3, 2023, as a program administrator.

Justin had a wide variety of hobbies and interests, including video games, particularly Nintendo and Final Fantasy, comic books, sports such as football and wrestling, history, religion, cartoons such as Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the Simpsons, Funko Pop! Collectibles and action figures, and U.S. presidents. His love for sports, politics, history, and wealth of trivia knowledge was exceptional. He was noted for his remarkable memory for facts and people. Justin loved expressing his interests through his huge collection of hats, hoodies, and scarves with various sports logos and pop culture icons. His favorite sports teams were the Washington Redskins and Cleveland Indians, and recently he was rarely seen without his Oklahoma City Thunder scarf. He always kept a rosary on his person. Justin was always passionate, generous, and friendly to family members, friends, and co-workers. He always gave a hand to all those in need when called upon.

Justin is preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. Lewis Raymond Bouma, Jr. and Mrs. Dorothy Bouma of Hollywood, FL and Mr. Samuel Solomon Ballay, Sr. and Haja Mariama Fullah Sesay of Freetown, Sierra Leone. He is survived by his parents, Mr. Jon and Mrs. Sarian Bouma; siblings, Dominic, Julian (Katarina) Bouma, Adisatu (Abu) Barrie, Jemina (Ivan) Bouma Perez; Cousins including Adama (Ibrahim) Mansaray Kanu, Julian Coker, and nephews and nieces, Charles Bouma, Abubakarr Barrie, Ruby Barrie, and Alieu Barrie.

In the United States, Justin is survived by the Bouma family of FL; Dr. Edward Kolvereid and Mrs. Ruth Kolvereid of Atlanta; Kyle Kolvereid and family; Krissy Moulton and family; Gina Kolvereid (Kevin) and family; Dr. Ricardo and Dr. Armida Perez and family; Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Barbara Miller and family; Mrs. Joann Williams and family of WY; and the Wagner family of MN. He is also survived by close friends, Joey Wise; Hon. Daryl Jones; Dr. Pastor Zina C. Pierre; Kent and Tamala Bridge, Esq.; and Eli and the staff at the Hi-Five Retro Guys Pop store in OK. He is survived by close family friends, Susan Roberts and the Macauley family; Stuart Johnson, Esq. and Ms. Helena Lawrence; David and Josephine Coker and family; Mrs. Femi Helen Nkosi Coker; Dr. Andrew and Mrs. Mogi Blake and family; Rev. Dr. Canon William Lewis and family; Haja Kadijatu Kassim and family; Mr. Samuel and Mrs. Gemina Archer-Davies and family; Mr. Wilfred and Mrs. Vie Auber; Mr. Sidikie Sorie and family; Mr. David and Mrs. Eula Maposa and family; Mr. Mohamed Kosia and family; Rev. David Buakei Vandy and family; and a host of family members and friends too many to mention.

Justin boasts a collection of friends and family across the globe. In the Netherlands, he is survived by the Bouma family and Eddie Williams and family. In Sierra Leone, he is survived by Hon. Ambassador Ibrahim Sorie, Sr., Madam Nessay Sorie, and the entire Ibrahim Sorie family; Ibrahim Sorie, Jr. Esq., Mrs. FA Sorie, and family; Femi and Mabinty Boyle Hebron and family; and Hon. Yassin and Hon. Mrs. Rasie Kargbo and family. He is also survived by the Massaquoi and Sesay families; Haja Umu Sesay and family; Haja Kadi Saccoh and family; the entire Rahman family; his closest cousins Mr. Cecil Hillard and Ms. Mariama Massaquoi; and many numerous family members and close family friends, too many to mention. In St. Maarten, he is survived by Hon. Gracita Arrindell; Justin and Kathy Woods; Minerva Rombley; Ingrid Bosnie; Lucia and Elena Munsento; and Hon. Marcel Gumbs and family. In London, he is survived by Mrs. Sukianatu Sesay and family; Mrs. Sarah Dean and family; Mrs. Yema Sorie-Akinwande and family; and close friends Mrs. Violetta Decker and family; and Mrs. Margaret Cole. 

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Justin’s life on Friday, January 6, 2023 from 5 to 9 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 10 am at St. Mary’s Landover Hills, 7301 Annapolis Road, Landover Hills, MD 20784. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park, 12899 Veirs Mill Rd, Rockville, MD 20853. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society C/O St. Mary’s Catholic Church Landover Hills, by calling (301)-577-8844, or emailing <a href = "mailto: secretary@saintmarylandoverhills.org">secretary@saintmarylandoverhills.org</a>. Please include “Ref: In memory of Justin William Bouma”. 

Online condolences may be made using the <a href="https://kalasfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Justin-Bouma-9254/memories">Memories tab</a> on the left side of this page. 

Linda Most Schneider, 92, a resident of the Washington, DC area since 1958, passed away at Anne Arundel Medical Center on Monday, December 5, 2022.

Born August 2, 1930, in New York, she graduated with her bachelor's degree from Green Mountain College in Poultney, VT, and American University with a master's degree to further her teaching career. Linda worked for more than 20 years for the Washington DC school system at Roosevelt and other DC high schools as a Special Education Counselor. Before and during her career teaching, she worked with the Metropolitan Police Department to help found the Police Explorer Program for youth. Linda was an active volunteer at the DC Youth Orchestra for more than 20 years and was an avid gardener and family matriarch. She especially loved to cook and spend time with her pets. Linda will be missed by everyone that knew her.

She was preceded in death by her former husband, Douglas N Schneider Jr.

Linda is survived by her children, Mark Schneider and Jessica Racine-White, Jeffrey and Denise Schneider, Eric Schneider and Shannon Harte, Jennifer Purcell, and Mark Pearce; two siblings, Karla Champion and Gene Most; eight grandchildren, Angelina Schneider, Alexander Schneider, Whitney Schneider-White, Samantha and Brady Scifres, Will and Tiffany Schneider-White and Easton, Christian and Aaron Pearce; and four great-grandchildren: Cooper, Blair, and Greer Scifres and Ethan Schneider-White.

Online condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Relatives and friends are invited to Erie's Life Celebration on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 from 10 a.m. until the start of the service at 11 a.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment private at a later date.



Laura Anne Ruitberg, 77, of Davidsonville, MD, died Sunday, December 4, 2022, at her home.  Her life ended peacefully with her husband, Edward, at her bedside.  Laura was born November 18, 1945 at Providence Hospital in Washington, DC, the daughter of the late John Hilbert and Anne Donovan Hilbert.  Laura can be remembered for her loving kindness, her business organization skills, her devout Catholic faith, and her love for kitty cats.  She graduated from High Point High School in Beltsville, MD, and got her first job at Citizens Bank of Maryland.  Over her long career, Laura worked for several businesses as a bookkeeper and office manager.  Laura loved quilting, sewing, and most of all caring for her family.  She married Edward Ruitberg on March 2, 1974.  

In addition to her husband, Laura is survived by her son, Edward Ruitberg, Jr., of Davidsonville; two grandchildren, Sasha and Luka Ruitberg; a brother, John Hilbert, Jr. (Linda); brother-in-law, Arthur Ruitberg (Erin); sister-in-law, Anne Ruitberg Taylor; four nephews, Jay and Joseph Hilbert, Ian Thomas, and Christian Ruitberg; three nieces, Lisa Hilbert, Kim Thomas, and Schuyler Maedjaja; and former daughter-in-law, Rachel Ruitberg

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Laura’s life on Tuesday, December 13 from 5 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 14 at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD.  A live stream of the Mass can be viewed by clicking <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064429102382">HERE</a> Interment will be private.  Memorial contributions may be made to the <a href="https://mdfoodbank.org/donate/?type=One-Time">Maryland Food Bank</a>, 2200 Halethorpe Farms Road, Baltimore, MD  21227-4551.

Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the <a href="https://kalasfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Laura-Ruitberg-9217/memories">Memories link</a> on this page.

Eveleth Wilson Bridgman, III, "Evy", of Springfield, VA and formerly of West River, MD, died on December 3, 2022 from COVID. Evy was born on October 15, 1956 to the late Marjorie Murray Bridgman and Eveleth W. Bridgman, Jr. He grew up on the family farm, Cedar Park, with his four oldest siblings and his loving extended family. As a child, Evy was the navigator on trips and the family meteorologist. He was considered to be the dependable child. As he grew older, he was the one who organized trips to teach younger family members how to ski, sail, white water raft, drive and explore adventures beyond the farm. Evy graduated from The Gow School in Buffalo, NY and worked as a computer operations manager for ManTech. While working there, he met Karen Lea Stach and they married on August 10, 1991. They enjoyed years of traveling together before, to their greatest delight, their children, Michelle and Ryan, were born on April 22, 2004. Evy's new career was as a stay-at-home father, his dream job. He brought his children his love of family and adventure and shared their love of music and sports as they grew into young adults. Karen, Evy, Michelle, Ryan and their dog Oakly were an inseparable family. Their last great adventure was a five-week road trip across the country. 
Evy is survived by his wife of 31 years, Karen Stach Bridgman; his children, Michelle Bridgman and Ryan Bridgman; his step-mother, Elaine Bridgman; his siblings, Elizabeth Grimm, Anne Franke, Churchill Bridgman, Sally Cheston, Peter Bridgman and Ray Scott; and a gaggle of nieces and nephews. Evy is remembered most by those who love him for his loyalty, generosity of spirit, genuine kindness and unconditional love. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in his honor to the Lupus Foundation of America or the American Heart Association.   Visitation is on Friday, December 9 from 3-5 pm at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, Edgewater, MD. A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, December 10 at Christ Church, 220 Owensville Road, West River, MD.  Interment will follow in Bridgman Family Cemetery, Harwood.


On December 3, 2022, Wendell M. Neal, Jr., beloved son of Wendell M. Neal, Sr., and Katherine Jordan Neal, went home to be with the Lord. Wendell was born April 30, 1960, in Tuskegee, Alabama, and accompanied his parents when moving to the DMV area in the early ’70s. 

Wendell Jr. was an avid sports fan and a fantastic athletic growing up. Wendell grew up playing in the Pop Warner football leagues, a catcher for The Black Knights in Arlington, VA, and continued his athleticism into junior high, high school, and college at Grambling State University in Louisiana. Wendell also served in the US Army as an 82nd Airborne Ranger, combat diver, and Green Beret for which he was very proud. Along with music, history, and sports, Wendell had another passion which was the performing arts. Wendell graduated from The Georgetown Conservatory for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. Wendell went on to appear in several stage plays, and movies including Step Up, Dave, and a recurring role as “Stoney” on the hit television series The Wire. After being hit by the “acting bug”, of course New York became his favorite city. Wendell absolutely loved everything in New York especially Harlem and The New York Giants. 

Wendell is survived by a son Jordan Aaron Gene Neal of Washington State, and a sister Deidre L. Neal of Clinton, MD. On his father’s side, Wendell is survived by cousins Wendeau C. Neal, Yvette McNeil, and Derek McNeil; on his mother’s side: Aunt Mary Bigelow; Uncles: Bennie Shivers, Curtis Shivers, and James Shivers; Cousins: Gregory Shivers, Yvette Shivers, Sherita Shivers, James Michael Shivers, Rhonda Shivers, Roderick Shivers, Dealdra Parks, Vanita Shivers, and Petula Sorrell. 

Rest in Peace, my dear brother. I will always love you Windy and I am so very proud of you!!!


Elmer “Pop” Foster, age 90, a longtime resident of Davidsonville, MD died peacefully at his home after a 2 year struggle with cancer. Born on May 2, 1932 in McCreary, KY, to the late Roy and Fannie Foster, Elmer spent the first seventeen years of his life in Kentucky and Tennessee before moving to Maryland. He worked as a tree trimmer with Asplundh Tree Experts, retiring after more than 44 years on the job. He was a former member of Foster Cross Road Baptist Church and he enjoyed tree trimming, auctions, gardening, hunting and spending time with his family. Elmer was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Shirley A. Foster and his siblings, Arvil and Voward Foster, Katherine Dolan and Elsie San Nicolas. He is survived by his children, Gail (Art) Dittmar of Pasadena, MD, Nancy (Brett) Ochiltree of Severna Park, MD, Glenn (Rhonda) Foster of Edgewater, MD, R. Dale (Sally) Foster of Centreville, MD and Ronnie Foster of Davidsonville, MD; his sisters, Cornelia Largent of Florence, SC and Dottie Britton of Annapolis, MD; his grandchildren, Glenn “Duke” Foster, Jr., Justin Foster, Tyler Ladd, Paxton and Griffen Ochiltree, Michael Hirschbock, Jeremy Gunther, Tyler Zarcone, Heather (Matt) Cook, Taylor and Coral Dittmar and his great-grandchildren, Landon and Abby Cook, Jaylynn Foster, Emily, Madelyn and Gavin Hirschbock, Everett and Elliott Gunther. Friends are invited to celebrate Elmer’s life on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 8 at 10 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. 

In lieu of flowers Elmer's family asks for memorial contributions to be made to a charity of your choice or <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/">Hospice of the Chesapeake</a>.

Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Donald Robert Johnson, Jr. was born on July 25, 1951 to the late Edith Kiley and Donald Johnson Sr.   Don passed away peacefully at his home on December 1, 2022. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 46 years, Margaret. Together Margaret and Don had 4 children; David, Suzi, Terry and Tera. Through those children they were blessed to become parents to John, Kendra, Ricky, Marya and Cheree. Don was also preceded in death by his grandson CJ. He is survived by his grandchildren; Jay, Tammy, Desiree, Richard, Lily, Sage, Gavin, AJ, Katie, Ramey, Jessica, Colby, Melanie, Malachi, Gabrielle, Anthony and Kazlyn; as well as 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Cathy Bowles, Tammy Brazerol, Myra Schwahn, Patty Johnson, Randy Johnson, Billy Johnson and Edward Kiley. Don leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and other loved ones.

Donald was a member of the US Navy prior to his career as an engineer for the National Geographic Society. He enjoyed watching sports, routing for the Ravens, Cubs and Nationals. Don loved fishing, trivia, and most of all spending time with his family and friends. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Don’s life on Wednesday, December 21, from 10 am until his funeral service begins at 11 am at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will be held on Thursday, December 22 at 11:15 am at The Maryland Veteran Cemetery - Cheltenham, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, MD, 20623.

Online condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.


A graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 3 at 11:30 am at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Lee Connelly, 70, a longtime resident of Annapolis, MD, passed away on November 30, 2022, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend, Lee will be greatly missed by many.   
  
Lee was born in Baltimore, MD to Catherine Connelly and the late Kenneth Connelly Sr. He is the eldest of 8 children. He graduated from Severna Park High School in 1970 and immediately joined the data systems management workforce.  
  
An avid boater, Lee could often be found exploring the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay, with the Magothy River being his favorite place to drop anchor. He enjoyed ALL aspects of the boating lifestyle. Boating was only second to his first love of spending time with family. He could also regularly be found working on engines, beautifully restoring woodwork, watching old black & white movies, playing conductor with his Lionel trains, visiting his favorite restaurants, or enjoying sweet treats. In his younger days he also loved water skiing and snow skiing. 
  
Lee is survived by his wife, Trixie; his children, Jennifer (Chris), Beth (Greg), Angela (Danny), Christy (Donnie), and BJ (Cathy); his mother, Catherine; six grandchildren; two brothers; and three sisters. He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Connelly Sr., and two brothers, Edward Connelly and Timothy Connelly.  
  
Friends are invited to celebrate Lee’s life on Tuesday, December 6th from 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 7 at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd, Annapolis, MD. Interment to immediately follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville. Reception to follow.   

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society at <a href="https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign=honormemorialbutton&giftType=hon">www.cancer.org</a>.   

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John Simmons Houck, 69, of Riva, Maryland, passed away on November 27 surrounded by family after a lengthy struggle with gastrointestinal cancer.  Beloved husband, brother, uncle, brother-in-law and friend, John will be greatly missed by many.
John was born May 20, 1953 to Sylvia Simmons Houck and Fletcher LeRoy Houck, Jr. in Cheverly, Maryland.  He graduated from Severn School in 1971, and went on to study History at the University of Maryland, where he participated in volunteer work for youth programs.  After graduating in 1976 with a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences, John became a settlement officer, and worked for 25 years at Houck and McCarron, the law firm founded by his father F. LeRoy Houck.  

In 1982, John met the love of his life, Oza Dee Owens through mutual friends, and they fell in love during their first dance.  They were married in 1986 and celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary in May, 2022.  As spouses and best friends, theirs was a story-book romance, a true partnership and a decades-long love story in which the bonds of love last forever.  John was dedicated to his wife Oza and family.  His love, support and joy was a source of strength for all.  John was known for his generosity and down-to-earth manner.  A consummate storyteller who made every gathering brighter, John’s good sense of humor and sense of fun was cherished by family, friends and all who met him.  He enjoyed golf, played guitar, water skied on the South River, loved the beach, and sailed, completing trips as far away as Florida and New York.  John was also an avid Washington Commanders fan and was a season ticket holder for 58 years, having attended several Super Bowls.

John was predeceased by his parents Sylvia and F. LeRoy, sister Fran Houck, grand-niece Avery Constance Houck and nephew Fletcher LeRoy Houck, III.  He is survived by his wife Oza Dee, sister Jeanne Houck, brother Rob Roy Houck and all their families, including 11 nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Gathering will be held at Harbor Hills Yacht Club Clubhouse on December 11 from 1-3 PM.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake at www.hospicechesapeake.org, an organization that was of immense support.  



Eileen Marie Harte (nee Clahane),89, a 26 year resident of Heritage Harbour in Annapolis and previously of Lanham, died November 26th at Brightview Senior Living in Edgewater, Md.

Born May 1, 1933, in Hempstead, NY, Eileen received a Bachelor of Arts in biochemistry from Seton Hill College in Greensboro, PA, and a Master of Arts in Physiology from Mt Holyoke College in South Hadley, MA.  She worked for USDA as a biochemist for over 20 years.

Eileen was a devout Catholic and a parishioner at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Crofton.  She enjoyed French language classes, flower arranging, shopping, and conversing with everyone she met.

She is predeceased by her husband of 55 years, William Harte.  She is survived by two daughters, Deborah (Scott) Schmidt of Laurel, and Virginia (Dave)Titus of Mount Airy; two sons, William (Lauren) Harte, Jr. of California and Thomas (Debbi) Harte of Virginia; and ten grandchildren, Elizabeth and Julia Harte, Joseph, Nicole, and Tyler Harte, Alexander and Yelena Schmidt; and Matthew, William, and Nicholas Titus.

Friends are invited to Eileens's Life Celebration from 6-8 pm Friday, December 16 at Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 am on Saturday, December 17 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis.  Interment immediately following at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville.  


Shirley Mae Hebb, 86, a 46-year resident of Annapolis, MD passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022, at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis.

Shirley was born on July 25, 1936, in Washington, DC to the late Charles and Elizabeth Scott.

Shirley was a homemaker and a member of the American Legion Post 7 in Crownsville, the Moose and Elks Clubs of Annapolis, and the Fleet Reserve Club of Annapolis. Shirley’s interests included playing shuffleboard, reading, and doing 50/50 raffles for special events at the American Legion. She also loved playing slot machines and shopping with her daughters.

In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years Henry S, Hebb, Jr.

She is survived by her children Lawrence R. Hebb of Ocean City, MD, Joyce R. Bryant of Hyattsville, MD, Michael A. Hebb, Sr. of Edgewater, MD, Thomas L. Hebb of Accokeek, MD, Karen L. Hebb-Pilipauskis of Riva,  MD and Jeffrey A. Hebb of Annapolis. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren; John Bryant, Jr., Nicki Pilipauskis, Lauren Clough, Heather Hebb, Christopher M. Bryant, Steven M. Pilipauskis, Jr., Michael Hebb, Jr., Allison Hebb, Tyler Hebb, and Daniel Hebb, also survived by 13 great-grandchildren.

All arrangements for Shirley are private.  Online tributes and condolences may be made by using the memories tab on the left. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post 7 Auxiliary, 1905 Crownsville Road. Annapolis, MD 21401















Elizabeth “Betty” Evans Phipps, 97, a longtime resident of Annapolis, passed away peacefully at Baywoods of Annapolis on Friday, November 25.  The wife of the late Louis “Buster” N. Phipps, Jr., Betty was born on December 24, 1924 in Washington, DC to the late Judd and LaVaun Evans. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and later the Strayer Business College. After graduation, she had a career in the hotel and hospitality industry, first at Pocono Manor Inn, PA, as Director of Sales for 11 years followed by 10 years as Office Manager of Robert F. Warner, Inc., International Hotel Representatives in Washington, DC. 
     In 1970, Betty married the love of her life, Louis, and moved to Annapolis to join him and his 6 children. During the next stage of her life in Annapolis, when not busy raising the family, she enjoyed being a member of the Brooke Manor and US Naval Academy golf clubs. She especially loved golfing with the Navy Ladies’ 9-hole group.  She was also involved with the Severn School PTA, Zonta International and was a member of Heritage Baptist Church.  Betty relished the time she was able to spend at her condo in Ocean City, MD, attending Navy football games and the many hours spent boating on the Chesapeake Bay with her family.
    In addition to her husband and parents, Betty was preceded in death by her brother, Richard Evans and her niece, Carol Evans.  She is survived by her six children, Sherri Murphy, Louis N. Phipps III, Wilson (Betty) Phipps, Annie Lee (Raymond) Mobley, Luke (Kelly) Phipps and David Phipps (fiancé Sandy Fraley) along with her 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.  Also important in her life were her nephews, Dean and Jim (Barbara) Evans.
     In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association <a href="https://www.alz.org/?form=alz_donate">alzdonate</a> or a charity of one’s choice. The funeral service and burial will be private.  Condolences may be offered using the Memories tab on this page.

On Thursday, November 24, 2022 in Falls Church, VA; the beloved husband of Queen Payne; father of Deitra Payne, Terri Thompson, Pamela Payne and Charles Payne, Jr.; grandfather of Alexis Thompson. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Charles' Life Celebration on Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 10 a.m. until the start of the service at 11 a.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment at Quantico National Cemetery with Military Honors on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 12:30 p.m.

Vincent Earl Jack SR., AIA was born and raised in Port of Spain, Trinidad on January 1, 1942 to Clarence Lewis Jack and Dorothy Francis. He transitioned into eternal rest on November 24, 2022 at his home in Fort Washington, MD with his loving wife Pat of 53 years beside him.

Education
Attended Saint George College in San Juan Trinidad
Howard University College of Engineering &amp; Architecture

Work History & Accomplishments
Member of the largest, most influential community of architecture professionals, The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
He was a distinguished architect that worked for various architectural/engineering firms before establishing his very own architectural business VJ Architectural SVCS, INC.

Enjoyments
During his downtime, Vincent enjoyed
  Sports especially Soccer and American Football
 He loved reading books/magazines on architecture 
 watching little Jamari with his plastic lawnmower alongside him mowing the lawn and growing into a young smart creative man
 Traveling (architecture)
 Science and learning new things

Vincent was preceded in death by his parents Clarence &amp; Dorothy and sister Yvonne Jack. He is survived by his wife Patricia Ann Jack; son Vincent Earl Jack Jr (Paquita); daughter Tomeka Dionne Jack-Myree (Torrance); grandson Jamari David; sisters Barbara Baird (Arthur) &amp; Cynthia Jack; brothers Anthony, Noel and Franklyn Jack (Angelia); as well as a large number of relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made in memory of Vincent Earl Jack to
 Prostate Cancer Foundation
 American Heart Association
 Howard University College of Engineering &amp; Architecture

Vincent's burial will be private and a memorial in honor of Vincent's life will be announced sometime next year.

Joan G. Gateau, 91, peacefully entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, November 23, 2022.  Born May 29, 1931, in Washington, DC, to the late John Harrington and Stella Schreiner, she graduated from Notre Dame Academy in Washington, DC.  Joan was a longtime member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Annapolis, MD, and enjoyed gardening, camping and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William E. Gateau; a son, William F. Gateau and seven siblings, June Keyworth, and Jack, Jerry, Bobby, James, Thomas, and Donny Harrington. Joan is survived by two children, Jean Hayden (Paul) of Huntingtown, MD and David E. Gateau (Patty); her daughter-in-law, Sandy Gateau of Annapolis, MD; a sister, Jane Eaton; 24 grandchildren, Paul, James, Stephen, Tommy, Danny, William, and Matthew Hayden, Mary Johnson, Cathleen Pirner, Elizabeth Sens, Joanne Brown, Theresa Robinson, Stella Stover, Ellen Wright, David, John, Joseph, William and Thomas Gateau, Pamela Colistra, Becky Dauses, Sheryl Nickel, Jackie Medaris and Anna Dove, 70 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.  Friends are invited to celebrate Joan’s life on Friday, December 9 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, with a prayer service at 7:30 pm, at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, December 10 at  10:30 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Fernando Duran, a longtime resident of Arnold, MD, passed away on November 23, 2022, one day after his 69th birthday.  He was born in San Salvador, El Salvador to Maria Teresa Moisa and the late Ricardo Duran.

Fernando owned the Broadneck Grill in Cape St. Claire, Pachanga Grill in Odenton and La Palapa Grill & Cantina in Ellicott City.  He was a member of St. Andrew by the Bay Catholic Church and coached Broadneck Youth Soccer. An avid sports fan, Fernando regularly attended the U.S. Open Tennis Championship and Washington Nationals games. Fernando enjoyed traveling, especially to Latin America and throughout the Caribbean, and dining at restaurants.

In addition to his father, Fernando was preceded in death by his son, Alex Duran. 

He is survived by his son, Fernando Morris Duran, and his daughter-in-law Julianne Duran; his daughter, Jacqueline Duran; his mother, Maria Teresa Moisa; and his granddaughter, Maria Alex Duran.

Fernando’s family will receive guests at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD, on Friday, December 2 from 10AM until his funeral service begins at 11AM.  Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Annapolis.

Online condolence may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

In loving memory of Helen Smith, family and friends are invited to a memorial celebration to honor her life at a graveside service on Friday, December 2, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Parklawn Memorial Park, 12800 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, Maryland 20853.

She will be deeply missed. May her life be honored by all she loved. May her memory be cherished by all she gave. And may we find some small comfort in knowing her love remains forever in our hearts. 

The Smith family welcomes donations to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society <a href="https://diy.lls.org/fundraiser/4297593"> (donate)</a> as an expression of sympathy in lieu of flowers. 


Marion Lorraine Fonseca passed peacefully at home in Accokeek, Maryland, on November 21, 2022.

Marion was preceded in death by her parents, Eva E. Marsh and Richard J. Berry, Sr; her brother, Richard J. Berry, and husband Rudolph "Rudy" Fonseca. Marion is survived by her daughter Lori Sebastian, grandson Jason Rasmussen and great-grandson Dane Rasmussen. Marion's stepchildren include Elizabeth D'Errico (Herman) of Lodi, New Jersey, Rudolph Fonseca (Marie) of Port Orange, Florida, Doreen Arscott (Bob) of Huntingtown, Maryland, and Gail Fanelli (Joe) of Olney, Maryland. Marion had seventeen grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.  

Marion was born at home in Oxon Hill, Maryland. She attended and graduated from Oxon Hill High School and began working at the Government Printing Office. From there, Marion worked for Brinks Armored Car Company, where she prepared the weekly payrolls (during the early 50s, many employees were paid in cash) carefully counting out each employee's pay. In later years, Marion worked side by side with her husband, Rudy, at their company, Fraternal Tours Planners; they arranged and escorted trips internationally and here in the United States.

Marion was a 59-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star and served as Worthy Matron for Unity Chapter #112. Marion and Rudy loved fraternal organizations and served as local and state officers. Marion was also a 52-year member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Fleet Reserve.

Marion lived her life fully and was especially happy when surrounded by her family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Shriner's hospital, as Marion held that organization dear to her heart.

Interment Arlington National Cemetery Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. Please arrive at the administration building by 1:15 p.m.

Hans William Lutkefedder, 36, a lifelong resident of Annapolis, Maryland, passed away on November 21, 2022. He is survived by his parents, Norman and Jean Lutkefedder of Annapolis, two sisters: Kelly (John) Ursini of Spearfish, SD, and Laura Lutkefedder of Annapolis, and niece Gabriella Ursini of Spearfish, SD.

Hans attended Chesapeake Montessori School, the Severn School, and Dickinson College, where he received a BS in Biology. He also received a Certificate in Business from Harvard Business School.

He was raised as a member of St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church where he was active in youth groups and served as an acolyte for many years.

At the age of 5, Hans joined Cub Scouts, and continued to Boy Scouts-Troop 783, where he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and earned 51 merit badges. Hans was a member of the Order of the Arrow and a Life Member of the National Eagle Scout Association.

He participated in backpacking trips on the Appalachian Trail, and annual Cub Scout and Boy Scout camping trips in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Two high points in his scouting experience were on Troop 783’s trips in 2003 to Philmont Scout Ranch High Adventure, Cimarron, NM, and in 2004 to Northern Tier High Adventure (a float plane and canoe trip) in Manitoba, Canada.

Hans enjoyed sailing and fishing on the Chesapeake Bay from a young age and at Severn School was a member of the Sailing Team and the Swim Team. He participated in various sailing competitions on the Chesapeake Bay and an international sailing competition in England.

He was an avid skier and went on annual ski trips with his family to New Hampshire. Hans had a soft spot for animals and enjoyed many hours playing with beloved family dogs.

Since college, Hans became active in golf and tennis with family and friends.

In 2010 Hans joined Vend Natural in its beginnings in Annapolis, and after several successful years became the Vice President of Operations. He, along with the teams he helped build, was instrumental in expanding their customer base in the Baltimore-Washington region and from Philadelphia to Los Angeles and Milwaukee to Dallas.

Until his passing, Hans served on NAMA’s (National Automatic Merchandising Association’s) Millennial Advisory Board and was Chairman of NAMA’s Emerging Leaders Network. 

Celebration of Life Services will be held at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, 1601 Pleasant Plains Road, Annapolis, MD 21409 on Saturday, December 10, 2022, at 11:00 AM.

Hans’ final resting place will be in the Columbarium at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Hans’ name may be made to: SPCA of Anne Arundel County, MD (<a href="https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/AACSPCA">online here</a>), or Boy Scouts of America (<a href="https://donations.scouting.org/#/national/">online here</a>).

Online condolences may be made using the memories tab on this page.

John Seager Adey III formerly of Denville NJ passed away peacefully on November 20, 2022, after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Joan, his sons John IV and David, daughters-in-law Lauri and Cheree, brothers Rick and Peter, sisters-in-law Betsy and Kathy, and grandchildren Maggi, Abby, Dorothy, and Charlie. John had a long career with Sears Roebuck & Company before retiring in 2012. An amazing artist, gardener, and devoted family man John made everyday life beautiful through his creative ideas and talents. John’s love for his church and his faith were always at the forefront of his thoughts. A celebration of life will be held summer of 2023 in New Jersey. Please take a moment to leave the family a condolence on the <a href="https://kalasfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/John-Adey,III-9195/memories">Memories tab</a> on this page.

Norman Eli Busada passed away peacefully in the evening of November 20, 2022 surrounded by his daughter Susan, nieces and nephews.

He joins his wife Theresa, who preceded him in death by two months, and his parents, Eli and Nellie Busada. Norman was a native Washingtonian. He graduated from Anacostia High School, in the class of 1952. He attended the University of Maryland, graduating in 1956, and married Theresa three weeks later. They had a beautiful life together for 66 years. He leaves behind one daughter, Susan, a brother Eli, a sister, Elizabeth Marinaro, as well as, many nieces, nephews, family, and friends who have become family. He will be missed for his sense of humor, willingness to help others, and provide wise advice whenever he was asked.

The viewing will be held on Monday, November 28 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. The Funeral will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Piscataway, 13401 Piscataway Rd., Clinton, MD. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.


Relatives and friends are invited to Edsel's Life Celebration on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 7 at 10 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill, MD, with procession and burial to follow at the Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD. 

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Justin Bouma

Linda Schneider

Erie Pullen, III

Laura Ruitberg

Eveleth Bridgman, III

Wendell Neal, Jr.

Elmer Foster

Donald Johnson, Jr.

Vasilios Siombouras

Kenneth "Lee" Connelly, Jr.

John Houck

Eileen Harte

Shirley Hebb

Betty Phipps

Charles Payne

Vincent Jack, Sr.

Joan Gateau

Fernando Duran

Helen Smith

Marion Fonseca

Hans Lutkefedder

John Adey, III

Norman Busada

Edsel Basco