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Peggy Ann Tucker, 88 of Shady Side, Maryland passed away on Tuesday, August 30th, 2022 in Annapolis, MD surrounded by her family.  Peggy was born December 13, 1933 in Shady Side to the late Harry and Florence Wilde.  A native of Shady Side for nearly 70 years she met the love of her life, William Robert “Pat” Tucker in Shady Side and they were married on October 17, 1953.  Peggy was a dedicated volunteer, starting at the young age of 20 as a candy striper at Anne Arundel General Hospital. She continued on to become a founding member of the Avery Salem Museum in Shady Side. She was also heavily involved with St. James Parish, the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society where she created “Wigs for Women” for women who are battling cancer.  During the 9/11 crisis, she organized a group of volunteers and traveled to NYC to hand out lunches and sweatshirts to the first responders. Outside of her volunteer work, she was well loved as the secretary at Shady Side Elementary for more then 20 years.  Peggy enjoyed life. She loved God, her church, family, and traveling.  She would travel to NYC with the church to see shows on Broadway and to Historic Williamsburg. She has also visited various locations in both Europe and the Caribbean.

She is survived by Pat, her loving husband of 68 years, her daughter Debbie (Bill) Greenfield, her grandchildren Aaron Greenfield, Amanda (Jake) Kilmon and her great-granddaughter Brynn Florence.  She is also survived by her sister Beverly, brother and sister in-laws, two god-daughters, several nieces, nephews and many many friends.  She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her brother Thomas Wilde, several brother and sister in-laws and her dear friend Mavis Daley. 

A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 12 at 11 am at St. James' Parish, 5757 Solomons Island Rd., Lothian, MD. Inurnment will immediately follow in the church cemetery. Condolences and tributes may be made by using the memories tab on the left.

Joan Linell “Joanie” Sames, 71, a 66-year resident of Edgewater, MD passed away peacefully on August 28, 2022 at her family home of 45 years in Edgewater due to Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS).  She showed great courage and strength throughout her illness.  

Joanie is survived by her two so-so special children, (IYKYK), Michelle Agee-Collett (Don) and Bryan Agee (Tiffany Clarke and her son, Colten) and two grandchildren, Sophie Collett of Edgewater and Brendon Agee of Clearwater, FL. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Edward Sames, Jr.; her uncle, Lester Trott and her aunt, Mildred “Mobie” Sherbert. 

Born on January 23, 1951 in Cheverly, MD to the late Margaret Schofield and Edward Sames, Joanie was a graduate of DuVal High School in Lanham, MD. She held two careers. First as a Real Estate Agent, then later as a Deputy Assistant Bureau Chief for the Federal Communications Commission. She happily retired at 62.

Brendon, her first grandchild, lovingly named her “Boo” when he was a toddler after her black cat, and the name stuck! Everyone who knew Grandma Boo loved her.  She treated everyone like family.  

Boo took great pride in her home and gardens. She loved cultivating her flowers, plants and grass. She spent hours making sure everything was in the most perfect place…inside and out…so when you visited, it felt like home.  

She extended this passion within the community as a volunteer for South River Park’s beautification committee. She took great pride in an enchanted path she created that was even used as a backdrop for a wedding. 

Boo was an excellent cook. She enjoyed hosting and entertaining…especially during the holidays. From homemade chocolate chip cookies, brownies and cheesecake to fried chicken, meatballs and potato things, everyone loved her cooking. And her pumpkin pie was the best! She would say it’s all so good because it was cooked with “love.” 

One of her favorite places was her back porch, where the “drinks are cold and the friendship is free.” You would often find her there with a Michelob Ultra enjoying the sounds of her waterfall by the pool. 

She also enjoyed shopping and definitely passed this habit down…Michelle and Sophie got their love of shopping honestly.  She absolutely loved taking her grandchildren to Homestead Gardens during Christmas time.  

Friends are invited to celebrate Joanie’s life on Thursday, September 1 from 4 pm until her funeral service begins at 6 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.

To help others suffering with this terminal neuromuscular disease, we ask that memorial contributions be made to the Team Gleason Foundation, P.O. Box 24493, New Orleans, LA 70184 or online at: teamgleason.org. 

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We are sad to announce the passing of Naomi Fisher Quattrocchi, (Mickey, Mrs. Q) of Oxon Hill.  She passed away at 94 years of age on August 28, 2022, after a long and happy life.  She was born November 9, 1927, to the late John T. and Ruth M. Fisher. She spent her childhood running the hills, playing in creeks, and working hard on the Fisher tobacco farm in Oxon Hill, MD.  She graduated from Oxon Hill High School and then the University of Maryland in 1951 with a BA.  It was at the University of Maryland where she met her beloved husband, Andrew Quattrocchi.  

She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Quattrocchi, son Andrew John Quattrocchi, brothers John T. Fisher III, Thomas G. Fisher, Robert B. Fisher, and sister Theodora M. Robertson.  Those left to cherish her memory include, her two daughters, Ruth Hardin, and Diane Quattrocchi (Rosario Zangla); her Grandchildren Jesse Hardin, Jeremy Hardin, James Hardin and Stephanie Nucci; her Great-grandchildren: Mickey, Jordan, Gabriel, Trevor, Ava, Jack, Tessa, Reagan, Emily, Max, Joey, Dylan, Sylvie, John Luke, and Annie; her sister Ruth Valencia of Edgewater, and her many nieces and nephews.

Mickey’s lifelong passion was tennis. The sheer joy of competing, both mentally and physically, fed her soul.  Throughout the year you would find her playing in tournaments and doubles matches.  She won several championship tournaments over her lifetime.

Naomi loved exploring the United States and traveling the world. She liked anything outdoors, but especially walking, bicycling, hiking, and camping.  In July of 1977 she traveled down the Snake River in a dory with her husband Andy, brother Bobby and son Andrew.  During the summer of 1989 she enjoyed a road trip with her children and grandchildren to Yellowstone, Glacier, Mount Rushmore, Devil’s Tower, and the Badlands National Park. In 1997 she travelled to China with her very dear friend Garth Summers and hiked portions of the Great Wall.

She was a lifetime member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church.  She is remembered as being generous and kind to her family and friends. She was very loved and will be missed terribly.  

In her last few years, Naomi struggled with Alzheimer's disease.  She battled it like a true warrior until the very end. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Mrs. Naomi Quattrocchi on Thursday, September 8, 2022, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, September 9 at 11 a.m. at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2401 Brinkley Rd., Ft. Washington, MD 20744. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. 

On August 27th, 2022, Edmond Bernard Williams “Butch” at age 79 transitioned from this earth into eternal rest. 
Edmond was born on September 1st, 1942, in Lexington, North Carolina. Edmond is survived by his devoted wife of 47 years, Cynthia (Atlee) Williams; his son Vaughn Williams (Martina, Dikiara, Jayden); his devoted sister, Kay Williams-Diggs (Otis); his grandchildren, Terrence Henderson, Tykayla Cook (James), Kayla & Kheli Williams; his nephews Brian Diggs (Sherri) and Jon Diggs (Ethel); his nieces Kathy Williams-Brewer, and Ninette Diggs; his favorite cousin Henrietta Gathers, and numerous family and friends. Edmond is preceded in death by his mother Katherine Holt, his Father Edward E. Williams, his brother Walter Edward Williams, and his daughter Sherry Richards (Bobby).
	Edmond was born in Lexington North Carolina in 1942. He graduated from Dunbar High School in North Carolina in the summer of 1960. He enlisted in the United States Navy on August 8th, 1960. He received his certificate of graduation from the United States Navy Hospital Corps School April 1961. On December 26th, 1961, he was assigned to first marine division in Camp Pendleton Oceanside, California. Edmond served with the Marines for 3 years until he reenlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard to finish out his military duties with an honorable discharge, June 28th, 1969.
	Edmond moved to Washington D.C. and received a certificate in Radiologic Technology at Howard University and became a registered licensed Radiologic Technologist on September 14th, 1972. Edmond took a full-time job at St. Elizabeth Hospital as a Radiologic Technologist in 1972. It was here he met and married his Wife Cynthia Atlee on May 25th, 1974. Edmond was baptized at St. Thomas Moore Catholic Church on December 12th, 1975. He worked at St. Elizabeth Hospital for 28 years. After retiring from St. Elizabeth in 2000, he decided to work at an orthopedic surgeon’s office in downtown D.C. in 2002. At age 60 he worked there 3 days a week for the next 12 years until officially retiring in 2014.
	Edmond was an avid jogger and would get up at 5:00am and jog 5-10 miles with friends at least 6 days a week. When jogging became to much for him, he continued his exercising with Tae Bow, kettle bells, and walking. Besides working, he enjoyed staying in. Although he was born and raised in North Carolina, he cheered on the Washington Football Team. He loved jazz music. Especially Mile Davis. He owned a saxophone and flute that he would sometimes play. On his downtime he would binge watch and finish a Netflix series on his tablet. He enjoyed watching the basketball playoffs and track n field with his wife. He enjoyed long deep talks with his sister over the phone whom he was very close to.
He will be greatly missed.


Relatives and friends are invited to Edmond's Life Celebration on Monday, September 12, 2022 from 11:30 a.m. until the start of the funeral service at 12:45 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Interment with military honors following at 2:30 p.m at Maryland Veterans Cemetery.

It is with great sadness that we relate the passing of Gregory G. Peden Sr.  Greg was in his 78th year.

He is survived by his children, Jennifer Weiner, and Gregory G. Peden Jr.; his siblings: John Peden Jr. and Rosemary Neville (Jeff). He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Maryann Peden, and his wife Susan Peden. He has four grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.  Greg was predeceased by his daughter, Kirsten Rodriguez, his parents, John A. and Beatrice Peden, his brother, Michael, and sisters, Beatrice and Kathleen.

Greg attended Salesianum High School, Villanova University and Widener University where he gained his MBA.  He was the youngest of six children and the first in his family to attend college.

He proudly served overseas in the Air Force. Greg retired after 30 years from Delmarva Power serving in various financial roles.

In 1998, Greg was elected to the New Castle Trustees of the Common during which he served in many roles including Finance Chairman and President.  He was involved in the New Castle town hall renovations and instrumental in the planning and funding of the new Police station and for many years was a member of the New Castle Lions Club. He enjoyed the race track and completing the New York Times Sunday crossword puzzles - only Sunday because they were the most difficult.

Greg was a loving father, incredibly intelligent, kind, a friend to many, and a very handsome man.  He will be missed. 

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at 2 pm at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro, DE 19966.

 A donation has been made on Greg’s behalf to the Trustees of The New Castle Common. In lieu of flowers, please crack a Budweiser and bet on some horses at the track. He would love it.



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David John Elberti, P.E., a lifelong resident of Edgewater, MD passed away peacefully on August 26, 2022 after a three year battle with multiple myeloma.  He was born on January 30, 1963 to John Paul and Charlotte Elberti.  Dave attended Edgewater Elementary School where he proudly remembered being the sixth grade class president. He was a member of the first four-year graduating class at the new South River High School during the time when students selected the school mascot, the Seahawk.  Dave attended the University of Maryland, College Park, graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering.  He was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity.  Dave was a registered Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland and a Project Management Professional.

Dave’s professional career began with engineering positions of advancing levels of responsibility in land development for several private engineering firms in Maryland and Washington DC.  During this time, he served in various leadership positions in the American Society of Civil Engineers, Baltimore, MD.

In 2010, Dave started his career in public service at the St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission, California, MD.  He served as the Chief Engineer and Department Head of the Countywide Water and Sewer Authority responsible for managing 30 employees and a $120 million Capital Improvement Budget.  While in St. Mary’s County, Dave served as the President of the Leonardtown, MD Rotary, where he led multiple community service projects.  In 2016, Dave wanted to work closer to home and family and accepted a position as a Senior Engineer with Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works doing project management for water and wastewater capital projects, a role he fully embraced.

Dave’s deep faith in God underscored his moral principle of service above self.  Dave belonged to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Edgewater, MD, where he served on the Stewardship Committee, was the secretary of the Finance Committee and a member of the Haiti Committee.  In 2018 he led a fundraising project to construct a new schoolhouse in the sister parish of St. Elizabeth of Hungary in Perodin, Haiti.

Dave grew up on the shore of the South River and never passed up an opportunity to be in and around the water.  He was a boater, crabber, and a member of the South River Duck Club.  He even braved the cold water to participate in the annual Polar Plunge for charity.   Dave also started and ran his own company, Chesapeake Shoreline Protection, Inc., where he specialized in design and engineering for shoreline restoration in our local waterways.

Dave is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Welesko Elberti; his daughter, Katharina Elberti of Annapolis; his sister, Jane Elberti of Edgewater; his stepmother, Sophia Elberti of Vienna, VA; his aunt, Joan Jenkins of Riva, MD; his uncle, Stan Aagaard of Venice, FL; his mother-in-law, Florence Welesko; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Rick Welesko, Lian Zhang, Paula and John Lesko and Kathy and Steve Payne and many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews and countless professional and personal friends, who will always remember Dave’s pursuit of learning and service to others.

All are invited to attend Dave’s services which begin on Thursday, September 8th from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037 with a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, September 9th at 12:00 pm at Our Lady of Perpetual Help (OLPH) Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037.  Interment will be held at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, in Dave’s memory, to the Haiti Rectory Building Fund c/o OLPH Church.

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Douglas "Rocky" Edward Lee. Born August 24, 1956. A long-time resident of Riva, MD. Rocky passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on August 26, 2022. Rocky's lifelong career was a Master Brick Mason and business owner of Rocky's Construction. He was a 37-year member of the Annapolis Elks Lodge #622.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Rocky's life on Friday, September 2, 2022, from 2 pm to 4 pm and again from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037 where a funeral service is being held on Saturday, September 3, 2022, at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD.

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John D. Neate, 87, a fifty-one year resident of Edgewater, MD, died on Friday, August 26 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. Born on July 8, 1935 in Arlington, VA to the late John R. and Mary Neate, John was a graduate of Washington Lee High School and the University of Alabama. He served in the Merchant Marines and was a submariner in the Navy Reserves. John enjoyed a lengthy career as a mechanical engineer with the Department of Defense. In his spare time, he loved sailing, skydiving, building model ships and relaxing on his porch. John is survived by his wife of more than 51 years, Katherine Neate; his children, Laura (Donald) Murphy and Gwen (Joe) Gibson all of Annapolis and his grandchildren, Myra and Anna Murphy and Katie and Ray Gibson. Friends are invited to celebrate John’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday, August 31 from 6 to 8 pm. 

Reginald Derek Grice, 84, a 25-year resident of Edgewater and previously of St. Louis, died at his home with his family in Edgewater on August 25, 2022.  He was born in Oaken Gates, Shropshire, England on February 27, 1938 to the late Frederick and Elsie Grice.  Derek was the Owner of Gateway Construction and RDG Associates. He was a member of the American Kennel Club and the Maryland Boxer Club, he was a loyal fan of Tottenham FC, and he loved tennis and playing golf. Derek loved spending time with his family, especially his great-grandson Wesley.

In addition to his parents, Derek was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Brenda, and his granddaughter, Erika.  He is survived by his sons, Sean (Jennifer) Grice of Dunkirk, MD, and Steven (Debbie) Grice of Howie in the Hills, FL; grandchildren Sarah (Tim) Parker of Edgewater and Jack, Nick, and Sam Grice, all of Howie in the Hills; and his great-grandson, Wesley Parker.


Family and friends are invited to Derek’s life celebration on Wednesday, August 31 from 10-11 AM, followed by a memorial service at 11, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  The interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, memorials in Derek’s name may be made to <a href="https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html">St. Jude Children’s Hospital</a>, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or <a href="https://givenow.lls.org/give/394054/#!/donation/checkout">The Leukemia Society</a>, 3 International Drive, Suite 200, Rye Brook, NY 10573

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Kevin Scott Carter died suddenly on August 25 at his home in Jupiter, Florida following an apparent heart attack. He was 59 years old. 
 
Kevin was born March 6, 1963 in Washington, D.C., the son of Kent and Gay Carter. Kevin moved with his family to Prince George’s County then Montgomery County and finally Anne Arundel County. He attended Poolesville High as a freshman then spent two years at South River High School in Edgewater before transferring to St. Mary’s High School as a senior. He graduated from the private Catholic school in Annapolis in 1981. 
    
Kevin was the starting center and anchor of the greatest boys basketball team in St. Mary’s High history. He led Anne Arundel County in scoring during the 1980-81 season as the Saints compiled a 34-6 record. Kevin was named first team All-Metro by both The Baltimore Sun and Washington Post. He was the Metro Player of the Year for the Post and was also named first team All-County by both The Capital and the Arundel Sun. He was later selected to the All-Decade Team for boys basketball by Pat O’Malley of the Arundel Sun. Kevin was invited to play in two prestigious national all-star games as a senior – The Dapper Dan Classic in Pittsburgh and the Capital Classic in D.C.
    
Kevin initially accepted a scholarship to Niagara, but transferred to Loyola College of Baltimore. As a senior, the 6-foot-4 leaper ranked among the Division I national leaders with a rebounding average of 10.8, a figure that still ranks ninth in school history. He also ranks among the all-time Loyola leaders with 601 career rebounds. After graduating from Loyola with a business degree, Kevin played professional basketball with Ryd Sparbanken in Europe and in the NBA Pro Summer league. He had a tryout with the Washington Bullets Kevin also played in the fabled Urban Coalition League of D.C. Kevin is one of the legends of the Annapolis Summer League, having led Henry’s Liquors and Pro Jersey to numerous championships. His spectacular dunks are still talked about by players and fans that frequented Truxtun Park. 
    
After his playing career, Kevin became active in youth sports by coaching basketball and football. He enjoyed playing in his spare time and looked forward to vacationing in Ocean City, Maryland with family. Kevin enjoyed a 30-year career in sports management with executive positions with the National Football League and the Professional Golfers Association. He was an active mentor for people starting careers in Sports Marketing.

Kevin is survived by his four children Lexi, Brett, Stephanie (Justin) and Katherine. He was a loving and caring father adored by his four children. In addition to his parents, Kevin is also survived by his stepmother Barbara Carter along with his older brother Brett, with whom he was extremely close.

Friends are invited to celebrate Kevin’s life on Saturday, September 10 from 12 pm until his memorial service begins at 1 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.

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Relatives and friends are invited to Nancy's Life Celebration on Friday, September 2, 2022 from 1 p.m. until the start of the funeral service at 2 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Interment private at a later date.

Walter Lee Jones Jr. (Rocky) was born November 8, 1930 in Birmingham, Jefferson Co. Alabama to the late Walter Jones Sr. and Ida Belle Thomas Jones. He was one of nine children born to this union.

He accepted Christ at a young age at the New Salem Baptist Church in Birmingham and attended A.H. Parker High School. As a teenager he worked shining shoes and as a pin setter(yes this used to be done by hand) at the local bowling alley.

On December 23, 1950, Walter wed Ida Mae Clark and were married for 59 years. 6 children were born to this union.

Walter enlisted in the United States Airforce in 1951 serving his country in the Korean and Vietnam wars as a Crypto Equipment System Technician. Walter was relied on heavily for his expertise as a Cryptographer and worked on Airforce One for several presidents. He loved telling the story of the time he shook hands with President Nixon.

In 1965, Walter was last stationed at Andrews Airforce Base where he worked with the 2045th Communications Gr. (AFCS) until his retirement in 1971. He then worked and retired from Vitro Laboratories in Wheaton Maryland as an Electronics Technician.
Never one to sit still, Walter worked as a ticket agent with Ticketmaster at the Capital Centre in Landover before joining the Washington Nationals ball club until the age of 85 when he retired due to illness. He was fond of recounting how he was honored with a luncheon and tickets behind home plate for selling over $5,000 worth of tickets in one day.

Walter, nicknamed “Bugs” by his mother in law, the late Susie Mae Clark, had a love for fishing and playing cards, with Pinochle being his game of choice. And while Walter enjoyed fishing and cards, his real passion was singing. He sang with several local choirs including the Maryland Choral Society, Andrews Airforce Base Chapel One choir. AAFB Chapel 2 Gospel Choir, and the Fort Washington Community Choir. He performed for several years in the Independence Day concerts at Fort Washington Park and performed Handel’s Messiah at The Kennedy Center.

Walter was preceded in his homegoing by his wife, Ida Mae Jones, a daughter, Iris Jones, his brothers, William, Nathaniel, Elwin and Wallace Jones and sisters, Catherine DeForrest, Patricia Cannon, and Sylvia Quinn. He was also preceded in death by his close and dear friend Marilyn Knight and fondest niece Joy DeForrest.

Walter leaves to celebrate his life, his sons, Victor Jones, Gregory Jones, Walter Keith Jones and Alexis, A.D.,Jones, and daughter Vanessa Walker (Drew) Tucker. Walter also leaves to cherish his memory, his sister, Doris Bullock of Fayetteville N.C. and sisters in law, Leola Watts and Cleola Crawford of Lansing Michigan and a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and one great great granddaughter, Juliet Walker along with many friends.


A Memorial Gathering will be held on Friday, September 9, 2022 from 10:30 a.m. until the start of the Memorial Service at 11:30 a.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY,  6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment with military honors immediately following at Maryland Veterans Cemetery- Cheltenham, 11301 Crain Hwy., Cheltenham, MD 20623 at 1:45 p.m. 

Barbara J. “Jean” Tippett, age 90, a 25 year resident of Edgewater and previously of Montgomery County, died August 23, 2022 in Annapolis surrounded by her loving children.   She was born in Washington, DC on July 21, 1932 to Joseph and Esther Brown.  She grew up in Washington and graduated from McKinley Tech High School.
Jean was a longtime member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Edgewater, where she was one of the original founders of the church’s fall festival.  She loved her friends and family deeply. She was a talented artisan and decoupage artist and loved the beach, sweets, and traveling especially on cruises. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph L. Tippett, Jr, who died in 2009; her son, Gerard “Jerry” Keith Tippett; her daughter, Mary Joyce “Joy” Gerkens; and a grandson, Keith Tippett.  Jean is survived by her children, Joseph L. “Jay” Tippett, III of Potomac Falls, Va, Jody Franklin of Lewes, DE, and Janice Tippett of Edgewater, MD; along with nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to Jean’s life celebration on Monday, August 29 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, August 30 at 12 noon at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Road, Edgewater.  Interment will follow in Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville.   Following the interment there will be a reception at the home of Janice Tippett; 610 Overhill Drive, in Edgewater to celebrate the life of Barbara Jean. 
 In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jean’s name may be made to www.woodlandbeachvfd.com/donate.  



Marjie Beatty Blanco, 79, a resident of Annapolis, MD, passed away on Monday, August 22 at her home.  Born on January 6, 1943 in Detroit, MI to the late P.C. and Adele Traxler Beatty, Marjie was the youngest of their four children. She graduated from Grosse Pointe High School in 1960 and from Michigan State University where she earned a BA in 1964 and MA in 1966. While at Michigan State she met her husband, Frank, and they were married in 1965 when they were both in graduate school.

Marjie had two rewarding and successful careers in her life, and she was tremendously proud of the contributions she made to each one. The first as a Professor of French and English as a Second Language at Prince George’s Community College and the second as an Intelligence Analyst at NSA. In the classroom, she prided herself with the fact that by the second day of a new class, she knew the name of each of her students. As an analyst, she took pride in mastering whatever task she was given, and always told it like it was. Not only was she smart, she was never shy about offering her professional opinion. She approached every task with grace and determination.

She was a wife, mother, grandmother, second mother to her children’s friends, friend, mentor, confidant, colleague, and team mate. In all of these roles, she was loving, thoughtful, warm, sensitive, caring, trusted, and sympathetic. Her greatest love was spending time with her family. She particularly enjoyed Christmas family gatherings and would spend hours putting together just the right stocking for each family member with items she had been gathering near and far throughout the year. As a chocoholic, she made sure that each stocking had at least one chocolate Santa.

She was well-versed on many subjects and would often offer an opinion or advice. During her children’s growing years, she recognized the need to educate herself about medical issues affecting her children. Over the years she expanded her medical knowledge and some friends affectionately called her “Dr. Blanco.” The ultimate compliment was when one of her medical friends recently asked her to be a reviewer for a book he was writing on infectious diseases.

Marjie loved languages and was fluent in French and in Spanish. She loved reading historical fiction, thrillers and spy novels, and kept up to date on national and international events in any way she possibly could. During the pandemic she became “Miss Marjie” to her granddaughter Alyx, helping her with her grade school assignments while Alyx was virtual learning for two years.

Marjie and Frank travelled frequently, visiting 6 of the 7 continents and taking over 40 river and ocean cruises. They made wonderful friends on all of their travels and visited them wherever in the world they lived. Her favorite places were islands, particularly Hilton Head, Maui, Bermuda and Santorini. But her happy place was the condo they bought in the north of Spain overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. She loved sitting and reading at the window looking out over the ocean and loved going down to the beach and just relaxing. And she dearly valued being able to get together with family and friends and enjoying the food and culture of that region of Spain. Friends were encouraged to come visit.

Marjie is survived by her husband and best friend, Frank Blanco; her children, Steven (Yvette) Blanco and Cristina (Kat) Blanco; her grandchildren, Liam and Alyx; her sister, Jackie Elliott and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin brothers, Ronald and Robert Beatty and her brother-in-law, Butch Elliott.

A celebration of her wonderful life will be held Sunday, January 8th. Please contact Frank Blanco, ffblanco@comcast.net for specific details.

Please remember Marjie by making a donation in her name to the <a href="https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign=default&lang=en">American Cancer Society</a>, the <a href="https://action.lung.org/site/Donation2?df_id=31272&mfc_pref=T&31272.donation=form1&_ga=2.213067351.2143318540.1595852598-2043253697.1583762061">American Lung Association</a>, <a href="https://givingto.msu.edu/gift/?sid=2167">Michigan State University Honors College</a> or your favorite charitable cause. 

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Beverly Sassa passed away peacefully with family by her side on August 21, 2022 at Kensington Park Senior Living in Kensington, MD where she was lovingly cared for during the last six years.

Beverly was 86 years old. She was born and raised in Washington, D.C. and graduated from Visitation Junior College. Beverly was a devoted Catholic and had great faith. She had many passions throughout her life including yoga, bridge club, travel, spending time with family and friends at Montgomery Square Pool, walking the boardwalk in Rehoboth, and spoiling her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband James Sassa and brother Joseph Jouvenal (Ellen) and was the loving mother of Nancy Sassa (Bob), Joanie Sassa (Dave), and Paul Sassa (Allison). Beverly was also the very proud grandmother of Sean and Matthew Finney, Katie and Caroline Grover, and Brooke and Daniel Sassa. She will be greatly missed.

Relatives and friends are invited to Beverly’s Celebration of Life at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 9705 Summit Ave. Kensington, MD 20895 on Wednesday, August 31st. Visitation will take place at 10:30 a.m. at the church followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Kensington Park Employee Appreciation Fund 3620 Littledale Road, Kensington, Md  20895.



 

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John Umbaugh Leventry, Jr., 85, of Edgewater, Maryland, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022 in Annapolis, MD.

John was born on September 25, 1936 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, the son of John Umbaugh Leventry, Sr. and Helen Irene Young Leventry. At the age of 12, John's family relocated to Silver Spring, MD. After graduating from Montgomery Blair High School, Silver Spring, MD, and Montgomery Junior College in Maryland, John served in the United States Navy on CVS-36 Antietam. After being honorably discharged from the Navy, John worked in various offices in the Washington D.C. area. His last position was in the Senate for the Architect of the Capitol as the Office Manager for approximately 25 years.

John was a dedicated volunteer and gave tirelessly of his time to numerous organizations, including his church, St James' in Lothian, MD, Historic London Town, and the South County Senior Center. He enjoyed spending time at the Amish Market and developed many close friendships with the Amish vendors over the years. John had a lifelong passion for trains and was an avid collector of Lionel trains. He also loved airstreams and vintage cars and enjoyed going to car shows with his brother and cousin. Anyone who knew John knew that his favorite meal was a cheeseburger and french fries and that he was a confirmed chocolate and sweets lover.

John married his wife, Jeannette M. Brzozowsky, on October 16, 2010. They met at a Relay for Life event back in May 2009. They went out for coffee after the event ended and were married a year and a half later.

In addition to his wife, John is survived by his brother, Frederick Roy Leventry, and sister-in-law, Elizabeth P. Leventry; two stepchildren and their spouses; one granddaughter; two nieces, one nephew, seven great nieces and nephews, and many cousins.

Friends are invited to celebrate John’s life with his family on Monday, August 29 from 4 pm until 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 10 at 1 pm at St. James' Parish, 5757 Solomons Island Rd., Lothian, MD 20711. Inurnment will immediately follow in the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in John's name to St. James' Parish or <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">Hospice of the Chesapeake</a>, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. Online tributes and condolences can be made by using the memories tab on the left.

Barbara Ann Thompson Helms, a longtime resident of Annapolis and Severna Park, MD, died on Monday, August 15, 2022.  Born July 30, 1936, in Christiansburg, VA, to the late Lottie Thompson, she retired from the Annapolis location of Macy's following a 37-year career.  Barbara was a longtime member of Cambria Baptist Church in Christiansburg, VA.  In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Curtis Helms, Sr., and a granddaughter, Erica Lynn Helms.  Barbara is survived by two children, James (Sherry Fox) Curtis Helms, Jr. of Englewood, CO, and Debra (Craig) Helms Engler of Arnold, MD; three grandchildren, James Curtis Helms, III, Christopher James Engler, and Samantha Mae Simmons; and five great-grandchildren.  Arrangements for Barbara are private. Take a moment to leave a message for the family by visiting the Memories tab on this page.

Reinhold Johannes Gerharz was born on August 25, 1957 in Washington, D.C. to Reinhold Gerharz, Sr. and Elisabeth Gerharz. He was the eldest of three children. Reinhold grew up in Bethesda where he completed elementary and secondary education. He came from a family of scientist and educators. In his early teens Reinhold developed a gift and lifelong passion for electronics and computer science. He worked as a systems analyst and programmer for BAE Systems International in Rockville, MD for several years where he met his future beloved wife. Later he worked as an independent IT contractor until his
passing.

Reinhold and Charlene have been happily married for over 24 years…always together and never apart. Reinhold had a sharp wit and was known for his intellect, sense of humor, and a kind heart. He was a very generous and giving person and would offer help without any hesitation. Reinhold and Charlene enjoyed visiting churches and frequented the National Shrine Grotto of our Lady of Lourdes in Emmitsburg, MD.

Reinhold is survived by his loving wife, Charlene Pe Gerharz, sister Rita Gerharz, brother Ralph Gerharz (wife Megumi), nephews, nieces, cousins and many members of the Gerharz and Pe families.

Relatives and friends are invited to Reinhold's Life Celebration on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 from 12:30 p.m. until the start of the funeral service at 1:30 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Interment at a later date.  

In lieu of flowers, kindly send donations to the National Shrine Grotto of our Lady of Lourdes, 16330 Grotto Rd., Emmitsburg, MD 21727.

Barbara Ann John Richey, 82, a 50-year resident of Davidsonville and previously of Silver Spring, MD passed away peacefully on August 13, 2022.

Barbara was born on November 3, 1939 in Kingwood, West Virginia to the late John B. and Philomena John.  She was always proud of her West Virginia roots.  Barbara earned a bachelor's degree from West Virginia University in Elementary Education and completed her Master's Degree from Bowie State University. 

Barbara retired from the Prince Georges County School system after 33 years of service. Teaching was Barbara's calling and she went on to be one of the Nations Outstanding Educators in 1976. After a successful career teaching and upon her husband Georges's death she successfully ran George's business East Coast Building Supply with their youngest daughter Kim. East Coast just completed their 42nd Anniversary.  Barbara was proud of her Lebanese American heritage and her Maronite faith. One of the first parishioners at  Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church in Washington, D.C. She enjoyed spending time at her second home in Atlantic City and formed many wonderful friendships. The greatest joy of Barbara's life was spending time with her family, especially her two granddaughters.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 34 years, George Richey and her wonderful son-in-law George Pavlidies

She is survived by her beloved daughters, Marie Philomena Richey (Scott Siclari) of Hamilton, VA, Ann Margaret Richey Pavlidies of Davidsonville, MD and her husband, the late George Pavlidies and Kimberly Jean Richey of Edgewater, MD, and her cherished granddaughters Grace Ann Pavlidies and Georgette John Richey.

Barbara took great pride in her close relationship with her siblings and they were lovingly referred to as the 7B's; the late William (Bill) John,  Robert (Bob) John, Brenda  Goletz, Barry John (Loree), Bernice Deem ( Bryan) and Bradly John. She is survived by many loving nieces, nephews and great nieces, great nephews and cousins.  

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Barbara's life on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, from 4 pm until 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A Mass of the Resurrection will be offered on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 11:30 am at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church, 7142 Alaska Ave NW #7142, Washington, DC 20012. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Our Lady of Lebanon, 7142 Alaska Ave NW #7142, Washington, DC 20012. <a href="https://secure.myvanco.com/YHC6/home">Or online here</a>


Edward B. Booth, 84 years old, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2022, with his family by his side.

Born in Virginia to the late Ferd and Olivene Booth, Ed was raised in Virginia and married the love of his life, Nellie Kinder Booth, on November 1, 1957, before moving to Maryland in 1959. It was there that he began his 46-year career in the construction field of drywall, before retiring at the age of 67, later going on to work for NAPA Auto Parts, delivering parts for a number of years. 

His first and foremost passion was spending time with his wife, children, grand and great-grandchildren, extended family, and friends.  He had a great talent for woodworking and a passion for turning wood, which truly showed in all of the beautiful bowls, trays, and crosses that he made over the years.  He loved reading, NASCAR racing, and you could ask him anything about history and he always knew the answer.

Ed was the rock that everyone, family and friends, turned to in both happy times and in times of need.  

He is survived by his wife of almost 65 years, Nellie Booth; son Bill Booth (Debbie); daughter Debbie Wicker (Jerry); 4 grandchildren, Shannon James (Chris), Jerry Wicker II, Caitlin Perkins (Adam), and Haley Cirincione (Mark); 7 great-grandchildren, Macey James, Garrett James, Dustin Wicker, Grayson Perkins, Liam Perkins, Paxton Perkins and Baby Cirincione (October); 1 sister, Laura Mitchell of Milford, DE; along with many nieces and nephews. 

In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his brothers, Ferd S. Booth, Jr. (Slim) and William P. Booth (Paul), and 3 sisters, Rosemary Sherbert, Janet Laster, and Eva Stepp.

Relatives and friends are invited to Edward's life celebration on Thursday, August 18 from 11am-1pm, followed by a funeral service at 1 pm, at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Annapolis.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be in Ed’s name to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.

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Gladys Jean Nolan
June 8, 1928 – August 11, 1922
94 years old

Jean passed peacefully surrounded by her family and is survived by her daughter, Lorraine Reed Birks; sons John William Reed, Jr., Gregory James Reed; son-in-law James Vernon Clatterbuck, III; daughter-in-laws Christel H. Reed, Lee Ann Stedman Reed; grandsons James Michael Birks, John Christopher Birks, John William Reed, III; granddaughters-in-law Rebecca Mackay Birks, Heather Brodin Birks; great-grandsons James Douglas Birks, Michael Broderick Birks, William Christopher Birks, Collin Michael Birks; great granddaughter Victoria Way Birks; great granddaughter-in-laws Aubrey Vaughan Birks, Starr Kytta Birks. Jean was the youngest of William and Gladys Nadia Doolan’s three children. Her older siblings were William Edward Doolan and Laura Elizabeth Garnett.

Jean’s youth was filled with dancing school and its performances, including tap and ballet. She graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in 1946. Jean and John William Reed were married in 1947 and settled into their home in Takoma Park, MD, in 1949. Jean remained very close to her family. Her sister lived around the corner. The two of them with their mother were constantly together shopping, going out to lunch, visiting the beauty parlor weekly… Most of her large extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins remained in the DC area and enjoyed frequent gatherings. Her high school sorority sisters were another lifelong treasure. The sorority couples shared many good times over the years. Jean was very active in her church, attending weekly service and teaching Sunday school, and she would listen to the weekly broadcast of Rev. Dr. Bauman from Foundry United Methodist Church. She loved music and usually had an album playing on her stereo – the crooners and musical sound tracks of the 1950s and 60s.

Jean’s father and mother were very active in the Almas Temple Shriners, supporting Shriners Hospitals for Children to provide pediatric specialty care and research. Her father was Grand Potentate in the 1950s. Jean, her mother and her sister were active in the Ladies Shriners. Jean served as Grand High Priestess of the Ladies Oriental Shrine in 1974-75. 
Jean’s husband became disabled in 1962 from a brain aneurysm and spent the rest of his life at Perry Point Veterans Hospital, several hours away. Jean was devoted to him, visiting every week until his death in 1985, while also raising their three children alone. As the kids grew up and left home, they all continued to gather every week at Mom’s for Thursday Night Dinner. 

After John’s death, Jean was remarried to Patrick Francis Nolan in 1986 and was loved by his two children, John Nolan and Melody Nolan Tippett Smith, and grandchildren, Keith and Christopher Tippett. Jean and Pat began traveling with Jean’s mother and sister and enjoyed many wonderful destinations. When Pat passed in 1996, Jean moved to Leisure World in Silver Spring, MD. She became very active with Inter-Faith Chapel, changing the altar between Christian and Jewish services and volunteering wherever else she was needed. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends every week, kept active with Tai Chi, always had a jigsaw puzzle in progress, and loved to sit on her sun porch on a sunny day. 

With the onset of dementia and the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, she moved to an apartment at Brightview Assisted Living in Edgewater in 2017. Within two years she fell twice, breaking her hip, and needed to relocate once again to Crofton Care and Rehab Center. Each of her kids visited her weekly, as well as taking her out regularly to a family group lunch for as long as she was able to transfer into a car. She was fortunate to have the window-side bed in her room. She and her mother always loved to watch the birds, so we hung bird feeders just outside. We were also able to visit through her window during the long COVID lockdown. Jean was the last of her generation’s family and friends. It is comforting to think of them all welcoming her home.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 10:30am in the Inter-Faith Chapel, 3680 S Leisure World Blvd, Silver Spring, MD 20906. A Celebration of Life Reception will follow on at 12:00pm in the Clubhouse Grill, Leisure World, Clubhouse I, 3700 Rossmoor Blvd, Silver Spring, MD 20906

In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to the <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=32112&32112.donation=form1&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=google_giving&s_subsrc=giving&gclid=Cj0KCQjwl92XBhC7ARIsAHLl9anyPx02q3NbZ9pq6ic8UY7F_0zbF6LkPMTqV4WBzjk0VNpLs33iA7QaArLZEALw_wcB">Alzheimer's Association</a> (225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601), or memorial tributes can be made for the planting of <a href="https://kalasfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/Jean-Nolan-8980/memorial-trees">Memorial Trees</a>.

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The family would like to thank all who have expressed thoughts and prayers for our family.

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