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Robert “Bob” Jay Anderson, Jr. of Shady Side, MD passed away peacefully at home on May 23, 2026 after a long illness. He was 83 years old.

Bob was born in St. Louis, Missouri on the 4th of July, 1942 to the late Robert Jay Anderson, Sr. and Bernice Anderson.

He worked for the U.S. government for many years, after serving in the Navy, he eventually retired from the Social Security Administration as a Communications Officer.

His hobbies included fishing and golfing.

Along with his parents, Bob was predeceased by his sister Judy Bigelow.

He is survived by his wife Barbara Phelps Anderson, daughters Catherine Anderson-Smallwood of Kentucky and Jennifer Anderson-Kushnir of Kentucky, step children William Phelps of Maryland, Brian Phelps of Maryland, Tricia Phelps-Deridder of Florida, and Jennifer Phelps of Maryland, sister Victoria Travis of South Carolina, grandchildren Ryan and Hayden, step-grandchildren Alex, Blade, Skye, and Chloe, as well as 3 step great-grandchildren.

Online condolences may be made using the memories tab on this page. 

Colleen Frances Junta passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of family. She was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose life was marked by loyalty, strength, and deep care for those around her.

Born to Eugene Junta and Mary Doris Junta (née Wood), Colleen grew up in a close-knit family that remained central to her life. She was preceded in death by her father, Eugene, and her sister, Christine Junta.

In addition to her loving mother, Mary Doris Junta, Colleen is survived by her devoted sister, Jean Junta and her children, Marie Schwarm, her husband, Kyle, their son, Roman and daughter, Natalie Ellerbe and her fiancé, James Bailey.  Colleen is also survived by her cherished brother, Stephen Giunta, his wife, Christina; and their children, Nicole and Stephen Jr.

Colleen dedicated the majority of her professional life as a Director of Operations for a corporate real estate firm, where she was known for her exceptional organization, diligence, and reliability. She took great pride in her work and earned the respect of colleagues throughout her career.

Outside of her professional life, Colleen built a rich and meaningful life filled with friendships. She had a gift for connection and maintained a wide circle of friends who cherished her deeply. She loved fiercely and showed up wholeheartedly for the people in her life, offering steady support, laughter, and unwavering loyalty. One of the most meaningful ways she gave back was through volunteering in the Anne Arundel Medical Center’s NICU, where her compassion and gentle presence brought comfort to the tiniest and most vulnerable patients.

Her legacy is one of love, friendship, and quiet strength. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Friends are invited to visit with Colleen’s family on Wednesday, June 3 from 10AM until Mass of Christian Burial begins at 11AM at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 West Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035.  Interment at 2PM at Resurrection Cemetery in Clinton, MD.

 In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Colleen’s memory to: <a href=https://supportaamc.luminishealth.org/give/355297/#!/donation/checkout>
Teddy’s Place at the Anne Arundel Medical Center NICU</a>  or <a href=https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/”>Hospice of the Chesapeake</a>.

Online condolences may be offered using the Memories link on the left side of this page. 


Charles Don Sadler, Sr. passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026 after a battle with cerebrovascular accidents. Don was born on January 1, 1940 in Edwight, West Virginia to the late Charles Clinton Sadler and Faye Danise Sadler. During high school, “Big Don” excelled at baseball, basketball, and football. He attended college at West Virginia Tech on a basketball scholarship, where he met Sandra Kessler. They married in 1958. He attained his bachelor’s degree from Bluefield State University in West Virginia.

Don and Sandy moved to Maryland in 1965, where they both enjoyed successful sales careers with Sarah Coventry Jewelry. In 1984, he changed careers and started Mr. Fix It Home Improvement, where he worked in the Annapolis area until he retired in 2017.

Don was a 53-year member of the Annapolis Elks Lodge #622. He loved playing cards and was an accomplished golfer. He was club champion at Annapolis Roads G.C. in 1971.

In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Sandy, in 2019. He is survived by his brother, John (Catherine) Sadler; his son, Don (Carrie) Sadler, Jr.; his grandsons, Clint (Cara) and Dan (Stephanie) Sadler and his great-grandchildren, Madeline and Jonathan Sadler.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Don’s life on Friday, June 19 from 1 to 2 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, followed by his memorial service at 2 pm. 

Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

Barbara Louise Trusheim Eckert Rodriguez passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026 with the help of Joanne Flanigan, her Hospice Nurse and her wonderful caregivers at the Annapolitan Assisted Living community in Annapolis, Maryland. Her daughter, Nancy, was by her side.

Barbara was born and raised in Washington, DC, growing up on Pennsylvania Ave just a short distance from the Capitol. Her parents were Emma Louisa Rock Trusheim and John William Trusheim. She had one brother, John Andrew Trusheim.  

She graduated from Eastern High School and went to work as a secretary at the Naval Research Lab in SE, D.C.

Barbara  was married to George Edward Eckert for (26 years) at the time of his death. She and George had two children, Nancy and Steven. She met Jose Rodriguez and they shared many happy years together until his death in (2012).

During her lifetime, she had many jobs but she always returned to the Naval Research Lab, a place where she excelled at what she did and where she had many friends who supported her through life's many challenges.

Barbara is survived by her daughter Nancy Snyder (Bill), her son Steven Eckert, her granddaughter Meghan Capobianco (Joe) and her 2 great granddaughters Ashley and Brooke, who she asked about often. She has a niece, Melissa Trusheim Monkelien, the daughter of her brother, John A. Trusheim as well as many extended family and friends.

Special thanks to the wonderful staff at the Annapolitan Assisted Living community for their love and care of Barbara for the last 12 years.

Barbara's memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 28 at 1 PM at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road Edgewater, MD 21037. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">Hospice of the Chesapeake</a> :90 Ritchie Hwy Pasadena, MD 21122.                                                                                 


Josephine Ann Gazelle, 102, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26 in Annapolis, MD. 

Born on July 10, 1923 in Pittston, PA to the late Joseph and Cecilia Shucosky Talipan, Josephine graduated from high school and, circa 1941, accepted a position with the War Department in Washington, DC to work at the Pentagon which was under construction. Later, strolling through Washington, she met her soon to be husband, Raymond, a U.S. Marine, temporarily stationed in the Washington area prior to being deployed during World War II. After raising her children, Josephine attended night school studying cosmetology. She became a beautician and opened her own shop, Cameo Hairstylists, which she operated for several decades until her retirement. She loved spending time at her beach house on the Potomac River in Colonial Beach, VA where an annual highlight was hosting a family retreat for the 4th of July.

In addition to her parents, Josephine was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond L. Gazelle, Sr. and her sister, Blanche.

She is survived by her children, Raymond (Carroll) Gazelle, Jr. and Carol (Dan) Burnash; her 7 grandchildren, Mark, Todd, Loren, Ryan, George Brian, Melanie and Kayla and 16 great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to Josephine's Celebration of Life, which will be held on Friday, July 10 from 4 to 7 pm at The Golf Club at South River, 3451 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037. Josephine will be interred in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

David Ledda Miranda, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at the age of 90.

David was born in Natividad, Pangasinan, Philippines. As a young boy, he loved the outdoors and once dreamed of becoming a forest ranger. Instead, like many young men of his generation, he chose a life of service and joined the United States Navy. During his military career, he traveled the world and proudly served his country for 24 years, including two tours in Vietnam. He retired honorably as a Chief Petty Officer.

While stationed in Chicago in 1966, David met the love of his life, Honoria (Nora), a registered nurse who was also originally from the Philippines. Together they built a loving family and shared 55 years of marriage.

After retiring from the Navy, David worked for several years at the Smithsonian Museum of American History, where he enjoyed interacting with visitors and staff. He later joined the U.S. Department of Education as an accountant, where he spent 27 successful years before retiring. His colleagues remembered him for his integrity, dedication, strong work ethic, and wisdom.

David was a devoted family man who worked tirelessly to provide for those he loved. He was known for his perseverance, generosity, and quiet strength. He believed that hard work and determination could help a person overcome life’s challenges, and he lived that example every day.

Outside of work, David enjoyed tending to his impressive garden, completing home improvement projects, cooking for family and friends, and reading the newspaper and Reader’s Digest. He loved watching Jeopardy! and boxing, and was known as a wonderful dancer, singer, storyteller, and advisor to those around him.

David is survived by his children, Barton Miranda, Lisa Baker, and Judy Miranda; his grandchildren, Isabel Rose and Christine Baker; his brother, Cristobal; and his sister, Leila.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nora Miranda; his parents, Felix and Susana Miranda; his brothers, Leopoldo, Orlando, and Elias; and his sisters, Wilhemina and Rebecca.

David will be remembered for his strong devotion to family, his steady guidance, and the lasting impact he had on those who knew him.

Family and friends are invited to David's Life Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 11 a.m. until the start of the service at 12 noon at KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. 

David will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery with Military Honors on FRIDAY. JULY 31, 2026 AT 10 A.M. 

Please arrive at the Administration Building no later than 9:15 a.m. Please note you must have transportation as Arlington does not allow uber/lyfts. Anyone 16 years old or older that is planning on attending must have their government issued Real ID with them.

Livestream link for the service : 
<a href="
https://vimeo.com/event/5994551/7eafc43fc6">David Miranda Livestream</a>

Livestream link for Arlington National Cemetery :
<a href="https://vimeo.com/event/6075936/866b709aa3">David Miranda Livestream for Arlington National Cemetery</a>


Honore Harry Bright, 87, of Ellicott City, MD, passed away on May 26, 2026. A dedicated civil servant, veteran, and lifelong learner, Honore was an analyst at heart who brought precision and passion to everything he pursued.

EARLY LIFE AND MILITARY SERVICE

Born in Queens, NY. Honore grew up in Hyattsville, MD, and graduated from Northwestern High School in 1956. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving honorably for four years as a Weapons System Mechanic A2C. His time in the service sparked a lifelong pride in his country and set the stage for a distinguished career in public service.

PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE

Honore dedicated 36 years to the United States Federal Government. His career took him across the globe, including several positions in Germany and ultimately to the Pentagon. He retired as a Program Analyst for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readiness). 

A firm believer in the power of education, Honore earned three degrees during his life: a BA in History from the University of Maryland, an MBA in Finance Management from the University of Utah, and an MS in Computer Information Systems from Boston University.

PASSIONS AND RETIREMENT

In 1996, Honore retired from federal service and moved to Las Vegas, NV, where he embraced a vibrant second act. He enjoyed traveling, testing his luck at the tables, and continuing to give back to his community as a part-time substitute teacher for the Nevada school system. 

An avid researcher and collector, Honore spent countless hours tracing his family’s genealogy and building a significant US coin collection. He was also an active man who found joy on the slopes as an amateur downhill skier and at the lanes as a dedicated bowler. He was never happier than when he was analyzing history or recounting the details of the past with those he loved.

FAMILY

Honore was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Josephine; his brother, Bob; and his ex-wife, Phyllis Bright.

He is survived by his three children, Greg, Kevin, and Dana; his sister, Christine; and his three grandchildren, Neal, Til, and Ian, all of whom carry forward his legacy of integrity and intellectual curiosity.

SERVICES

Family and friends are invited to Honore's life celebration on Friday, June 5 from 11AM-12PM, followed by his funeral at 12 PM, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville.

Please leave a condolence for the family by signing the guestbook at the Memories tab located on the left side of this page.

Relatives and friends are invited to Tina's Life Celebration on Friday, June 12, 2026 from 10 a.m. until the start of the funeral service at 11 a.m. at Woodstream Church, 9800 Lottsford Rd, Bowie, MD 20721. Interment Heritage Memorial Cemetery in Waldorf, MD.

Kathleen A. McCoy (Kathy), 77 of Shady Side, MD, passed away on May 23, 2026, after her battle with Lung Cancer.

Kathy was born on September 26, 1948, to George and Dorothy Clayton in Washington, DC. After Kathy graduated from Northwestern High School in 1966, she started her first and only job at the Department of Justice in Washington, DC, where she retired after 37 years.

In 1968, Kathy married the love of her life, John (Luke) McCoy. Soon after, they moved to Shady Side, where they went on to raise 3 children: Becky McCoy of Alpine, CA, John McCoy of Shady Side, MD, and Melissa McCoy of Evans, GA.

After retiring in 2005, Kathy spent her time attending luncheons with her friends and grandchildren, watching football, celebrating holidays and other special occasions with her family, and enjoying the companionship of the Our Lady of Sorrow Lady’s Guild.

Kathy was predeceased by her parents, George and Dorothy Clayton, husband Luke McCoy, brothers George Clayton Jr. and John Burns, sister-in-law Alice (Jane) Rushe, and niece Rebecca Greco. 

She is survived by her children Becky McCoy (Craig), John McCoy (Tylene), and Melissa McCoy (Justin), her grandchildren Alexa McCoy, Austin McCoy, Hailey McCoy, Luke McCoy, and Chloe Tupik and her great-grand son Kaleb Gomez-McCoy, her sisters Haven (Cookie) Mincey, Tracy VanLeeuwen (Karl), brother  Edward Campbell and sister-in-law Kathy Keffer (Paul), her nieces Tammy Clayton, Dawn Oler, Crystal Sellmeyer, and Jennifer Heffelfinger and nephews Franklin Rushe, Eric VanLeeuwen and Christopher Keffer; 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Kathy’s life on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 am until 11 am at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Rd., West River, MD 20778, where a Mass of Christian burial will be offered at 11 am. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Rd., West River, MD 20778


Tonny Ray Dale “Tony” Bray, a 28-year resident of Edgewater, MD, and previously of White Plains, MD, died on May 23, 2026, in Annapolis, MD.

Born on September 29, 1959, in Portsmouth, Virginia, to the late James and Margaret Lyerly Bray, Tony worked for Ferguson Enterprises for over 30 years, serving in several roles including counter manager, warehouse manager, and truck driver.

He was a member of Holy Family Church. In his free time, Tony enjoyed watching movies, taking long naps, and most of all, spending time with his family. He dearly loved his grandchildren and treasured the time he spent with them.

Tony is survived by his loving wife, Mary Bray, with whom he shared 28 years of marriage; his children, Tony Bray Jr. of Summersville, WV, Heather Lee of Edgewater, MD, and Wendy Watson of Pasadena, MD; three siblings, Bart Bray of Newburg, MD, Lisa Dickerson of Fort Washington, MD, and Dorine Dixon of Lexington Park, MD; and five grandchildren, Noah Watson, Morgan Mountzalia, Finn and Ava Lee, and Lillianna Bray.

In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by his siblings, Terry Bray, Joan Moore and Brenda Snead.

Mass of the Resurrection will be held on Friday, June 5, at 10:30 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD. A private interment will be held at Mount St. Mary’s Cemetery at the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

Please leave a condolence for the family by signing the guestbook at the Memories tab located on the left side of this page.

Corby Zeren, 83, of Annapolis, died on Friday, May 22, at her residence following the aftereffects of a stroke. She was born in 1943 in the Brooklyn Navy Yard to James McHenry Corbin, a Naval radio/radar officer cruising on an aircraft carrier in the Pacific Ocean in World War II, and Ann Lewis Corbin. After spending her youth in Long Island and New Jersey, Corby headed south in 1961 to attend Duke University. During her college years she discovered a profession – nursing – and the Episcopal Church, to which she would devote a large portion of her later life. In college, she served on the Altar Guild at Duke’s Episcopal Student Center and prepared for confirmation with the serving chaplain. She was confirmed by the Bishop of Newark during her senior year in college. Also in that year she met her future husband, John Zeren. 

After being married and living for a short time in Wisconsin, John was sent by his company to the Baltimore area. While there, Corby was active first in the Church of the Nativity in Timonium and then at Christ’s Church Baltimore. She began her nursing career as a surgical nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Towson and, when she and John relocated to Annapolis in 1979, she moved to the OR at Anne Arundel General Hospital in 1980. When she and John joined St. Anne’s in Annapolis after their Baltimore parish closed, she began to feel a call to ordained ministry. As part of her exploration of this call, she completed a Master’s degree in Theology at St. Mary’s Ecumenical Institute. However, the call itself was a few years ahead. She was active at St. Anne’s in many ministry areas, including service on the Vestry, with liturgy, as a lector and in the choir, just to name a few. 

After a brief break in 2000 to explore the sailing life, Corby returned to her work as a nurse at Anne Arundel Medical Center, where she was known for running a very organized and well-run surgery. During those years, she was invited by St. Anne’s rector at the time to again explore ordained ministry and was accepted for postulancy by the Diocese of Maryland in April 2014. She was ordained a Vocational Deacon in 2017. She served at St. Andrew’s in Pasadena, St. Philip’s Church in Annapolis and again at St. Anne’s after retiring. 

Corby’s other great love was music. She was a long-time member of the St. Anne’s choir and, as a member for many years of the Annapolis Chorale (now part of Live Arts Maryland) she sang the classics and had small roles in several Broadway shows. She expanded her repertoire when she sang with Live Arts’ women’s ensemble Cantori, singing pop standards as well as classical pieces. Music wasn’t just an enjoyable hobby for Corby, it was a way of “praying twice,” as the saying goes. 

Whether assisting at the church’s altar, proclaiming the Gospel, or caring for those entrusted to her, Corby carried herself with both pastoral gentleness and remarkable competence.

Corby is survived by her brother, Kim Corbin of North Carolina, as well as many dear friends and colleagues.  

Friends are invited to celebrate Corby's life on Tuesday, July 21 at 6 pm at St. Anne's Episcopal Church, on Church Circle in Annapolis, MD 21401. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Annapolis (<a href="https://www.stannes-annapolis.org/donate">online here</a>) or Live Arts Maryland in Annapolis (<a href="https://liveartsmaryland.app.neoncrm.com/forms/annual-giving">online here</a>).

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Timothy A Bowen was born in Washington, DC and raised in Colmar Manor, Maryland. He was a Boy Scout and played little league baseball. He was a member of the Army national guard in Washington, DC before joining the Prince George’s County Police Department. He was an avid ham radio operator from the age of 12. He worked all countries and entities after decades spent in the radio shack. His call sign was K3DPT with more information <a href="https://k3dpt.org/">here.</a>

Tim met his wife, Sally, who was the love of his life while she was a student at the University of Maryland. They married in 1973 and enjoyed doing things together from skiing and flying to their enduring love of sailing on the Chesapeake Bay. They were longtime members of the South River Sailing Association, running Thursday night races for many years.

Tim retired from the Princes George’s County Police department as a Sargent serving on the SWAT team and the Special Operation Division. He was well loved by his officers and his motto was, ‘Everyone goes home today.’ Tim served with honor and distinction and was awarded for Valor and Merit several times. He kept in touch with his fellow officers over the years and was always ready to listen to a friend. Tim always said of Sally, ‘Best police wife ever.’

Sally says Tim became a police officer because of his desire to help people in need. He was always available to help friends and family with any project that came along. In telling many of his stories about his life in the police force he would have a tear in his eye about some of the people he encountered, especially children who were in difficult circumstances.

After retirement, Tim got to drive Sally all over the state of Maryland, helping with water samples protecting the bay.

Tim and Sally collaborated on home and yard projects and especially feeding all the wildlife around their home. They made friends of deer, ducks, all the birds, foxes and raccoons. They dearly loved their dog and cat friends.

Sally describes Tim as “the wonder of my life”. In more recent days they have enjoyed sitting on the patio holding hands and listening to the oldies.

They never did resolve whose turn it was to “turn the log” while sitting by the fireplace but both loved sitting by a warm fire on a cold winter’s night with a cat in each of their laps.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 13 at 10 AM at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, 3401 Bladensburg Rd, Brentwood, MD 20722. A reception will follow at 11 AM Adams Taphouse and Grille, 169 Mayo Road Edgewater, MD 21037.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Tim's honor to <a href="https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/AACSPCA">The SPCA of Anne Arundel County</a> or to any charity of your choice.  

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather for Alfredo's Life Celebration on Saturday, May 30, 2026 from 10 A.M. until the start of the service at 11 A.M. at Independent Baptist Church, 9255 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735. Interment to be held immediately following the service at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735.

Matilde Garzon Antonio, fondly known as “Mat” and “Casing” to family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of family and friends.

Born in Echague, Isabela, Philippines to Vincente and Feliciana Garzon, she lived a life rooted in faith, family, kindness, and generosity.

Matilde attended Centro Escolar University Philippines and graduated with a degree in Pharmacy. In July 1967, she married the love of her life, Celso Antonio, with whom she shared a devoted and enduring marriage. Together, they raised three wonderful children: Christine, Edgard and Lenore. Throughout the years, she faithfully supported her husband during his service in the U.S. Navy while also pursuing a rewarding career as a senior laboratory technologist at The George Washington University Hospital, where she served with dedication and commitment for 33 years until her retirement in 2004.

An active member of the Filipino community, Matilde devoted herself to serving others through the Ilocano Society of America (ISA) and the Medical Mission of Mercy. Joining the Mission in 2012 alongside her husband, Celso, she later served on its board of directors and coordinated mission trips to her hometown of Echague, sharing her warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit with all whose lives she touched.

Together, she and her husband enjoyed traveling, visiting loved ones, and playing Filipino mahjong several times a week with their close friends. Their home was often filled with laughter, lively conversation, and the familiar sound of mahjong tiles being shuffled late into the evening. After the passing of her cherished husband in 2020, she continued to find joy and companionship in the game and in the many treasured friendships built around the mahjong table.

She is survived by her daughter Christine and her husband Dwayne; son Edgard and his wife Rose; daughter Lenore and her husband Allan; and grandsons Courtney, Ray, Matthew, Andrew, and Evan. She is also survived by her younger brother, Celis, and his wife, Nida; as well as her late brother’s wife, Monet Garzon. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, godchildren, relatives, and friends here in the United States and back home in the Philippines.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Celso; her loving parents, Vicente and Feliciana Garzon; and her dear brother, Justino “Tinong” Garzon. We find comfort in knowing they are reunited in God’s eternal embrace.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Matilde's life on Monday, July 20, 2026, from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 10 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Road, Oxon Hill MD 20745. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery will be private. The family is deeply grateful for the love, prayers, and support shown during this difficult time and appreciates your understanding as they gather to lay Matilde to rest.


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Celebrating the Life of Frank Elmer Woody, Jr.

December 20, 1954 - May 18, 2026

Frank Elmer Woody, Jr. transition peacefully at the University of Maryland Hospital on May 18, 2026. Frank was the beloved son of his mother, Hattie M. Green (Woody) and his late father, Frank E. Woody, Sr. as well as a brother, father, grandfather, great-father, and uncle. Frank was a deeply loved and will truly be missed by his family members and friends.


Relatives and friends are invited to Frank's Life Celebration on Friday, June 12, 2026 from 12 noon until the start of the memorial service at 1 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment will be held privately at a later date.

Sally Frances Scribner died peacefully at her home in Annapolis on May 18, 2026, at the age of 89.  A Baltimore native, Sally was the daughter of Charles O.  and Ruth L. Mount. Her father was a respected attorney, and both parents were active in the region's cultural, civic, and social circles. In her youth, she rode Horses at a club in Elkridge, MD. "Horses Come First," Sally used to say; she admired them her entire life.

Sally graduated in 1954 from Baltimore's elite Western High, the oldest all-girls high school in the nation and celebrated for its academic rigor.  Even in high school, Sally was a human dynamo. She was a member of the Ninety Club, Our Pets Club, Olympian Club, and Science Club and played badminton, softball, and basketball. At Goucher College (then a similarly elite all-women's college), Sally earned a degree in chemistry in 1957. At that time, women were largely discouraged from pursuing careers in the so-called "hard" sciences, so this was a significant achievement.

While working as a spectroscopist at the U.S. Customs Laboratory in Baltimore, she met Bourdon F. Scribner. They married in 1963 and settled in Washington, D.C. Bourdon was a noted chemist and spectroscopist, a long-time rail enthusiast, an avid power boater long active in the Potomac River Power Squadron, and a George Washington University Alumnus.  With their joint love for chemistry in mind, Bourdon and Sally eventually established the Bourdon F. Scribner Graduate Student Scholarship in Chemistry at George Washington University.  Bourdon passed away in 2007.

A member of the Washington, D.C. Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society (DCNRHS) for nearly four decades, Sally volunteered in a wide variety of capacities with skill, good humor, and the ability to get things done. Sally was a force on DCNRHS’ Trip Committee; in the 1990s she led a very popular series of inexpensive two-day weekend motor coach tours to tourist railroads and rail historical sites in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.  Sally also served on DCNRHS’ Board of Directors as a Member-at-Large for a number of years.

Sally was at the heart of the crew (aka DOVER HARBOR Gang) of DCNRHS's 1923 Pullman sleeper-lounge-buffet passenger car DOVER HARBOR (doverharbor.com) from the 1980s into the 2000s. Sally used her chemistry background to make her famous lye vats, which helped strip much of the paint off the brass aboard DOVER HARBOR during its early restoration. She served as DOVER HARBOR’s On-board Services Chief for about 15 years; for about 10 years starting in 1993 as Charter Agent and later Railroad Liaison; and frequently as a Chef or Steward on trips and charters. Many of the practices she put in place as Chief of On-board Services remain part of how DCNRHS does on-board service aboard DOVER HARBOR today! Her favorite trips, according to friend Barbara, were the New Year's in New York getaways. Very supportive of the DOVER HARBOR program, when there was a need for resources, people or otherwise, Sally (and Bourdon) frequently, but always without fanfare, stepped up to help fill the void.

Sally cheered enthusiastically for the Navy Football and Orioles Baseball teams. Sally was passionate about the environment and conservation. She also enjoyed many great adventures "all over the place" with her best friend and college pal from Goucher, Connie Catania. In the evening, Sally enjoyed a good, blended scotch whiskey to unwind.  

Sally and Bourdon owned and operated, for many years, a pleasure craft complete with a galley and sleeping quarters, just like a Pullman car. They enjoyed both overnight and weekend excursion adventures on Chesapeake Bay. Much of what they learned about catering, cooking, berthing, and entertaining in small mobile spaces Sally later applied as lessons learned for DOVER HARBOR operations.

In 1974, Sally and Bourdon settled into a beautiful home in Edgewater with an incredible double fireplace and tree-lined lot where they lived for many years. Bourdon had an exquisite model train layout in the basement, and Sally enjoyed the screened-in porch. Sally also enjoyed the friendship of dear neighbors Jack and Sylvia, who, along with railroad friend Jim, were very supportive in the last years of her life.

Sally will be interred together with Bourdon at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave., Suitland, MD 20746 on July 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET.  The simple graveside service will be open to the public.  Please meet at the Cemetery Offices.

A party to celebrate Sally’s life will be held at a later time.   If you are interested in attending, please send an e-mail to <a href="mailto:sfs@dcnrhs.org?subject=RSVP for celebration of Sally Frances Scribner">sfs@dcnrhs.org</a>.

Justin Timmins of Dunkirk, MD, born on October 2, 2006, passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2026.

Justin graduated from Southern High School in 2025. He is a devoted follower of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Justin enjoyed practicing the martial art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, carpentry and restoring furniture, as well as building Legos. He loved playing video games, billiards, and card games with his friends. Justin was an active member of Friendship Community Baptist Church where he enjoyed helping in the nursery and serving in the community.

Justin is survived by his parents; David and Teresa Timmins; his older brother Brandon; and his grandparents, Leroy and Mary Hazzard.

Justin was deeply loved by his friends and family and will be sorely missed.

Friends are invited to celebrate Justin's life on Thursday, May 28, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Funeral service will be held on Friday, May 29, at 12:30 pm at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship, 377 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Interment at Southern Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Dunkirk, MD.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to one of the following:

<a href="https://supporting.afsp.org/campaigns/3520436">American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Justin Timmins – Gone Too Soon</a>

<a href="https://988lifeline.org/donate/">988 LIFELINE</a>

Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.

Joan Bell Wilson, 87, a 27-year resident of Edgewater and previously of College Park, MD, died at her home on May 17, 2026 after a five-month illness.

Joan was born on July 16, 1938 in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI to the late John and Marie Bell. She was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Edgewater. She loved playing cards and Mah Jongg, though as much for the friendship as the games themselves. She was a doting Nana and loving mother who loved family time and the holidays, especially spending time with her grandkids and great grandkids.

In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Robert A. Wilson, and two siblings, Joe Bell and Catherine Kennelly.

Joan is survived by her children, Karen (Mack) Salehi of Davidsonville, MD and Thomas (Theresa) Wilson of Edgewater; a sister, Suzanne Bell of Mechanicsburg, PA;  her grandchildren, Colin (Ashley) Wilson of West River, MD, Corianne Wilson of West River, MD, Matthew Wilson of Southport, NC, and Emily Salehi of Davidsonville and her great grandchildren, Emersyn, Waylon, Marshall and Mitchell.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Joan’s life on Wednesday, May 20 from 6 to 7:30 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, where her funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 21 at 11AM. Burial will follow in Lakemont Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Davidsonville.



Charles Henry Hugg, Sr., 99, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026. He was born on October 7, 1926, in Annapolis, MD to the late Ruth E. and Edward G. Hugg. Charles served in the Army from 1945 to 1946 with the 3rd and 9th Division in Europe as a military police officer. Following his honorable discharge from the military, he was a self-employed livestock dealer and farmer.

In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his loving wife of 80 years, Marilyn Lane. He is survived by his two sons; Rick (Diane) and Doug (Sharon); his grandchildren, Louis (Tina), Michael (Samantha), Heather (Ray), and Kelly (Joe); and his great-grandson, Grant.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Charles' life on Tuesday, May 26, from 10 to 11 AM at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will be held at 11 AM. Interment will follow at 12:30 PM at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, 1911 Forest Drive, Annapolis, MD.


James Preston Hamilton, Jr. October 20, 1930 – May 16, 2026

James Preston Hamilton, Jr., a beloved husband, father, educator, and veteran, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at the age of 95.

Born on October 20, 1930, in Iaeger, West Virginia, James was the son of James Preston Hamilton, Sr. and Cary Hamilton. Following the death of his mother during childbirth when he was five years old, he was lovingly raised by his maternal grandparents alongside his cherished sister, Senora. The close-knit family and community of Kimball, West Virginia, helped shape the values of faith, perseverance, and service that guided his life.

A gifted athlete, James excelled in basketball, baseball, and football and served as captain of his high school football team. After graduation, he studied at Hampton Institute for a semester but left due to financial constraints. Soon after, he enlisted in the United States Army and honorably served with the 74th Engineering Battalion during the Korean War. Upon returning home, he attended Bluefield State College, where he earned a degree in Industrial Arts and became a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.

James dedicated much of his life to education, teaching in Virginia and later at Milton M. Somers Middle School in Charles County, Maryland. He was respected by colleagues and remembered fondly by generations of students.

In 1961, he married the love of his life, Gladys Megginson Hamilton. Together they shared more than 63 years of marriage and raised four children. Their partnership was marked by devotion, faith, sacrifice, and unwavering support through life's joys and challenges.

James enjoyed reading, gardening, traveling to both Blackstone, Virginia, and his beloved West Virginia, as well as spending time with family. He was known for his wisdom, quiet strength, generosity, and steadfast commitment to those he loved.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Hamilton whom he called “Dear”, and his sister, Senora.

During the worst of his illness, when asked how he was doing, James would humbly reply, "Not too bad," a simple phrase that reflected the resilience, optimism, and grace with which he approached life.

He is survived by his daughter, Joyce Alverta Hamilton; sons James Preston Hamilton III, John Megginson Hamilton, and Randall Oliver Hamilton; grandson James Preston Hamilton IV; his nieces, Beverly Finney, Ninette Ward, Delphine Henry, and Lisa Finney, step-grandchildren Dianna and Christopher; and former daughter-in-law Sonya Hamilton, as well as numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

His legacy of service, faith, education, and love will continue to inspire all who knew him.

Funeral services will be held on June 30 at Forest Heights Baptist Church, 6371 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland. Visitation begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the funeral at 11:30 a.m. Interment will take place at Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Cheltenham, Maryland at 2:30 p.m.

Keith Robert Poole, 64, of Annapolis, MD, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026.  

Keith was born January 14, 1962 in Dillsburg, PA to Robert and Carol English Poole.  He grew up in Alexandria, VA and Edgewater, MD, where he graduated from South River High School in 1981.  

His love of cars led him to attend Lincoln College of Technology to become an auto mechanic.  His career as a mechanic spanned over 25 years at various Chrysler dealerships.  Keith’s reputation as being a fair, skilled, and caring mechanic led to him receiving excellent customer reviews and repeat customers.

Keith loved riding around in his Jeep Wrangler and he also enjoyed watching NASCAR races, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the Maryland Terrapins.  He could often be seen cheering on the South River Seahawks at basketball and football games.

He is survived by his mother, Carol Poole; his younger brothers, Scott and Tim; his 3 nephews, Brandon, Sean and Ryan and his niece, Lauren.

Keith was preceded in death by his father, Robert and his beloved dog, Coco.  

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 4 at 11 am in the garden at the First Presbyterian Church of Annapolis, 171 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD.  

In lieu of flowers, in Keith’s honor, please consider making a donation to either an animal shelter of your choice or <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/ways-to-give/tribute-gifts-naming-opportunities/">Hospice of the Chesapeake</a>. 


John Winteron Johnson of Oxon Hill, Maryland, passed away peacefully, leaving a legacy of laughter, dance, and joy. Raised in Maryland, John was educated in Prince George's County Public Schools and worked for years at a local Oxon Hill bakery. After retiring, he channeled his industrious energy into becoming the ultimate handyman, continuously working in his yard. He was also a true, die-hard "Redskins" fan.

John lived life at maximum volume. He loved his family and his kids fiercely. John just loved the joy of life and people. He ruled the dance floor whenever an "Oldies But Goodies" song played. His favorite song was Lenny Williams' 1978 soul classic, "Cause I Love You." He was also the undisputed King of trash-talk—always leaving people laughing. He spent his happiest hours hanging out with his family and best friends: his brother Steven Johnson, Ernest Hemsley, and Trent Dorsey. He was proud to call himself a Johnson—"Mr. King Johnson," if you didn’t know, he would let you know it. He also leaves behind his close friend, Sandra Robin.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Juanita Johnson; his daughter, Latonya Johnson; and his grandson, Demontti Johnson. You can bet the music in Heaven just got a lot louder with laughter.

John’s boisterous spirit lives on through his children, John Johnson and Keyonna Johnson-Wallace (married to Gary E. Wallace Sr.); his devoted sister, Juanita Johnson; and his brother, Steven Johnson. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Tieasha, John Jr., Lexi, and Kieara; five great-grandchildren; and a large, loving host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. His bold personality and infectious joy will be deeply missed.

Relatives and friends are invited to John's Life Celebration on Thursday, June 4, 2026 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 20745. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735.

Patricia Ann Koch Haas, 81, of Annapolis, MD, passed away peacefully at her home with her family on May 13, 2026.

Born on October 22, 1944, Pat spent her early years in the small town of Irwin, PA. Having lost her father to leukemia when she was just two years old, she was raised surrounded by her mother's many siblings and her favorite downstairs neighbor, Martha. Her mother remarried when Pat was 12 years old, and their little family moved to the Regent Square neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Pat was the head majorette at Taylor-Alderdice High School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree at West Virginia University. In college she met the love of her life and husband of 61 years, David Haas, in a drawing class.

Pat and David married in 1965 and had their first of many big adventures relocating across the country to Colorado. While David worked on his Ph.D., Pat hatched a plan to open her own preschool and childcare center. Despite being unable to get a loan herself because she was a woman, she designed an innovative curriculum and built a modern facility to house the new school. Pencil Fence Preschool was an immediate success, and the income from running and eventually selling the school became the financial seed that enabled the Haas family's continued life of discovery. The Haases lived in 7 states and 15 houses, and Pat had a varied career as the owner/co-owner of multiple small businesses, the principal of a private school, and director of a large fine arts festival.

After relocating to Sarasota, FL, in retirement, Pat became an accomplished designer and maker of contemporary quilts. She was an excellent craftsperson with a refined sense of design and expressive color. Her work was published in books on quilts, and her king-sized quilt, <i>Hurricane</i>, was exhibited at the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky.

Pat had a smile that could light up a room and she was prone to uncontrollable laugh-crying. She loved to throw big parties and was often the instigator of fun and mischief. She was never bored and enjoyed creating things — she could make pottery, build furniture, tailor a suit, bake a pie, knit a sweater, and so much more.

Pat will be remembered for her affection for her family and pets, her clever quips, and ability to cook a gourmet meal on a camp stove. She also most certainly would have rolled her eyes and said this obituary is over the top. She will be deeply missed by her children and grandchildren, and most especially by her loving husband and partner in crime, David. 

Pat is preceded in death by her father, James Russell Koch, and her mother and stepfather, Mildred Payne Callender and Harry Callender. She is survived by her husband David Haas; daughter Levke Haas; son and daughter-in-law Taeo and Mihyon Haas; two grandchildren, Logan and Maya; and her beloved dog, Chester.

Please leave a condolence for the family by signing the guestbook at the Memories tab located on the left side of this page.

Obituaries

Robert "Bob" Anderson, Jr.

Colleen Junta

Charles Don Sadler, Sr.

Barbara Rodriguez

Josephine Gazelle

CPO David Miranda, USN (Ret.)

Honore Bright

Tina Bushee

Kathleen McCoy

Tonny Bray

Corby Zeren

Timothy Bowen

Alfredo Tello

Matilde Antonio

Thomas Lambert

Frank Woody, Jr.

Sally Scribner

Justin Timmins

Joan Wilson

Charles Hugg, Sr.

James Hamilton Jr.

Keith Poole

John Johnson

Patricia Haas