Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory

Harry Hilton Early, Sr., age 83, a longtime resident of Mayo and previously of Washington, DC, died peacefully at his residence on January 7, 2023.  He was born in Washington on January 3, 1940 and graduated from Anacostia High School.  He served his country in the U. S. Marine Corps from 1958 until being honorably discharged in 1962.  After his military time, he worked for many years as a supervisor for Baltimore Gas and Electric.   His hobbies included golf, listening to smooth jazz and his favorite group, Earth Wind and Fire, drawing, going to Ocean City, riding the waves and enjoying his favorite chocolate shakes from Dumser’s, playing softball for many years for the Boozers, an over 35 team, flag football, watching Lucky Dog on television every Saturday morning and coaching and watching his children and grandchildren play various sports.  He was also a huge fan of Notre Dame football and had the pleasure of attending a Fighting Irish home game with one of his grandsons.  He also had a fondness and enjoyment of the family hot milk cake and was an avid fan of the Washington Redskins.

Harry is survived by his children, Dotty Early DeBrouse of Spotsylvania, VA, Debby Early of Mayo, Harry H. Early, Jr. of Mayo, Dawn Bach (Tom) of Mayo and Erin Miller (David) of Orange, VA; his grandchildren, Brooke Early, Harry H. Early, III, Joanna Rutland, Tyler Early, Brittany Bach, Cody Bermudez, Tommy Bach, Joseph Bach, Michael Chamberlain and Bella Smith; five great grandchildren; and his sister, Sandy Sykes of Plaistow, NH.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Early.  They met in 1958 were married for 30 years before her death in 1989.

Family and friends are invited to join in Harry’s life celebration on Thursday, January 12 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 Friday, January 13 at 12 noon at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 515 Loch Haven Road, Edgewater, with burial to follow in Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville.  In lieu of flowers, memorials in Harry’s name may be made to Melanoma Research Foundation (melanoma.org) or SPCA of Anne Arundel County (aacspca.org).  Online condolences may be left for the family at www.KalasFuneralHomes.com.



Richard Norris Wickwar passed away on January 7, 2023, at home loved and surrounded by a family of 4 generations. 
Born September 13, 1934, to Robert and Fern Wickwar in Burlington, Colorado.  He lived in Maryland for almost 50 years.

He was a Lt. Colonel, and navigator in the United States Air Force and was last stationed at the Pentagon.  He served in the Vietnam war and received the Distinguished Flying Cross and numerous other medals. After 22 years of service, he retired and became a CPA, and ran his office in Fort Washington, Maryland.

He was married to and survived by his wife Vergilla (Jill) for 66 years.  Together they raised their 5 children Debra (O'Neil), Lisa (Blackwell), Greg, Wickwar, Brett Wickwar, and Nancy (McClain). 10 grandchildren Michael and Christopher O'Neil, Parker and Jason Blackwell, Amanda Krize, Desiree and Alexander Wickwar, Kathryn, David, and Daniel McClain. 3 great-grandchildren Finn and McKenna O'Neil, and Amelia (Mia) Krize.

The funeral for Richard will be held at the Old Post Chapel on Ft. Myer, VA followed by the interment with Full Military Honors at Arlington National Cemetery at a date and time yet to be determined. 

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Jose Dimas García left his earthly home on Saturday January 07, 2023 to be in the presence of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. He is survived by his wife Marina Canales de García, daughters Zulma Reyes, Yancy Cruz, Esther Tabora and Ráquel García. Sister Teresa García, brothers Antonio, Walter and Juan García. He was preceded in death by his father Feliciano García and his mother Natividad Ventura de García. He worked as home improvement for many years. He was a generous person, and had a servant’s heart. His favorite verse was John 3:16. The family would like to invite friends and family to a celebration of life service at 
Iglesia Evangelica Ultima llamada de Restauracion, 6911 Old Landover Road, Landover, MD, 20785 on Saturday, January 21, 2023 from 7:00 PM to 4:00 AM. The burial will take place on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 12:00 pm at National Memorial Park 7482 Lee Hwy. Falls Church, VA, 22042

Life Reflections

Cheryl Janet George departed this life and entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 2:30AM. She was born to Albertha Clark on November 21, 1960, in Bronx, NY. She was the second born of four children.

Cheryl attended Public Schools in the Bronx, NY, where she graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School, Bronx, NY in 1978. Soon after graduation, she attended college at Hampton University, Hampton, VA. During this time, she met the love of her life, Reiz George Sr. Soon after, Cheryl and Reiz returned to New York where Cheryl completed her studies at Bronx Community College. Obtaining her bachelor’s degrees in Nursing. Later, the couple entered into marital bliss on January 16, 1987, and had been married for nearly 42 years at the time of her passing. To their union, a son, Reiz Jr. and a daughter, Loreiza Janet were born.

Cheryl began her career as a Registered Nurse over 40 years ago. Working at Lincoln Hospital in New York. In 1987, she relocated to Riverdale, Maryland with her family. After her move to Maryland, Cheryl pursued and completed a master’s degree in Nursing at the University of Maryland. Over the years, she has worked at Prince George’s Hospital Center, Washington Hospital Center, Southern Maryland Hospital, Providence Hospital, and finally as a Civil Servant with the Veterans Administration Hospital. She had a very strong work ethic, as she continued her service as a nurse until the very end.

Cheryl loved reading, knitting, writing, and spending time with family. Often supporting and traveling with her husband and the Freemasonry. But most of all she loved the Lord. She truly enjoyed listening to Gospel music and to the preached Word. Cheryl and her family were dedicated members of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Lanham, MD since the late 1990s. However, she later joined Mt. Ennon Baptist Church in February 2007, where she was a faithful member until the time of her passing.


Cheryl was preceded in death by her mother, Albertha Clark and also her brother, Wilson Joseph Clark. She leaves to cherish her memory: her devoted husband, Reiz George Sr.; two children: Reiz George Jr. (Yolande) and Loreiza J. George; six grandchildren: Reiz George III, Kyreiz D. George, Reyani Rudolph, Rodney Rudolph, Tiarra M. George, Ivyanna I. Hudson; a great granddaughter, Aziera George; her sister, Celestine Clark; and brother, Wayne Jenkins; sister in law: Patrina George; three brothers-in-law: Thomas Salmond, Thyrane George and Devon George (Betty) a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.



Relatives and friends are invited to Cheryl's Life Celebration on Friday, January 20, 2023 from 10 a.m. until the start of the funeral service at 11 a.m. at Mount Ennon Baptist Church, 9832 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735. 

Basil Eugene “Butch” George, age 59, a 45 year resident of Edgewater, died Janaury 6, 2023 of liver cancer after a two year illness.  Born in Tipton County, IN on June 28, 1963 to the late Gary and Rosa George, he worked for 28 years for Ray Sears & Sons and for six years for Cuddy & Associates.  He was a member of the Knights of Pythias and Sons of the American Legion and he was an avid fan of motorcycling.

Butch is survived by his wife of 19 years, Connie George;  his children, Anthony (Stacey) George of Harwood, Kenneth Armiger of Annapolis and Jasmine (Ryan) Shipley of Crownsville; his step-children, Anthony (Tracey) Schutte of Shady Side and Kimberly (Joseph) Guy of Stevensville; his grandchildren, Graycen, Karter, Ryan, Jr., Jon, Mason, Anthony, Jr., Chase, Charlie Lou, Serenity, Lily and Kara; his brother, Gary George of Anderson, IN; and his half sisters, Christine Dillinger and Susan George, both of Anderson.

A celebration of Butch’s life will be held on Sunday, January 15 from 1-4 PM at American Legion Post 226, 830 Mayo Road, Edgewater.  Please use the side entrance where the ramp is located.  In lieu of flowers, memorials in Butch’s memory may be made to the Wellness House of Annapolis, 2625 Mas Que Farm Road, Annapolis, MD 21403



Patricia M. Turner, 76, passed away on the 5th day of January, 2023 at her home in Davidsonville, MD. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Kimberly Carter and her husband Chuck, two grandchildren, Emily P. and Christopher G. Carter, one great- granddaughter, Charlotte R. McGlaughlin, and many devoted relatives and friends. Interment private. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Pat's memory to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena MD 21122 or online <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now"/>here</a>.

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Relatives and friends are invited to Harvey's Life Celebration on Monday, January 16, 2023, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. On Tuesday, January 17 at 11am,  the funeral service will be held at South Potomac Church, 4915 Crain Hwy., White Plains, MD 20695. Interment following at St. Mary's Church Cemetery of Piscataway, 13401 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735. 

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


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

Edgar Norman Jones Jr, age 71, of Ocean Pines, MD, slipped away on January 3rd, 2023 at UMMC in Baltimore. These last years of Norm’s life were challenging, but he met them head-on with the gusto and spirit for life by which he was known. 

Born in Annapolis, MD and raised in Eastport, he is the baby brother of the remarkable Jones team. With his devastated wife, Diana, he is survived by his son, Edgar N. Jones III (Shannon) and his grandchildren Macie E. Jones and Edgar N. Jones IV, all of whom he deeply cherished and adored. Norm was predeceased by his parents, Edgar N. Jones Sr “Wimpy” and Marybelle “Mutt”, and he is also survived by his sister Geral Parks-Lisi (Richard), brothers James Michael Jones (Bobbi) and John Frank Jones (Mary Ann). 

Norm served proudly in the US Navy on the USS Coral Sea during the VietNam war. From a long fire service family line, he followed his father and brothers into and retired from the Annapolis City Fire Department as a firefighter and paramedic during the early development years of Maryland’s Emergency Medical System (Shock Trauma). 

Having lived in Maryland, Florida, and Tennessee, he finally settled in his beloved Ocean Pines, working hard and playing hard at Berlin’s GlenRiddle Golf Course until he no longer could. Norm was positively thrilled with an ocean fishing trip with his son this last birthday, a dream fulfilled. His enthusiasm was infectious; he never met a stranger, and he loved his family, friends, children and animals as they loved him. Jokester and trickster that he was, he was also funny, impulsive, honest, smart, intuitive, thoughtful, creative, kind and generous. He treasured great fun, good food, and a helluva house party. Norm lived life thoroughly and never missed an opportunity to take you on that ride with him. His soulmate, Diana, was his rock; and Norm was her rocket. 

A celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 20, 2023, at The Links at Lighthouse Sound Golf Course, 12723 St. Martin’s Neck Road, Bishopville, MD 21813, with a lite fare reception following. In lieu of flowers, gifts and donations in Norm’s memory may be made to The Church Mouse, a thrift shop and local outreach, PO Box 429, Berlin, MD 21811. 

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Elizabeth Staed, 78, a 25-year resident of Arlington, VA passed away on January 3, 2023, in Edgewater, MD after a 5-year battle with Parkinson’s. Born on September 6, 1944, in Harrisonburg, VA, Elizabeth received a Bachelor of Arts, going on to have a career with Kroger, Inc. 

Elizabeth was a devoted member of the Catholic Church. She loved sewing, crafts, and fashion. Elizabeth was devoted to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, always encouraging her family to overcome divisiveness and support and love one another. She had great style, and was creative and generous in all her endeavors. 

Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her daughters, Melina Armiger of Deale, MD and Deborah Taylor of Atlanta, GA; brother, John Geiger of Fairfax, VA; sisters, Kathy Ray of Naples, FL, Jean Dolenc of Norfolk, VA, and Margaret Woythal of Kansas City, MO; grandson, Whit Taylor; and granddaughters, Elyse Taylor, Katie Loman, Emily Armiger, and Ashley Kenny.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Elizabeth's life on Tuesday, January 10, from 11 am until a funeral service begins at 12 noon at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A graveside service will be held at 2 pm at Fairfax Memorial Park, 9900 Braddock Road Fairfax, VA 22032. Donations can be made to Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Rd, West River, MD 20778. 

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Cecilia “Ann” Wright, 75, of Annapolis, MD passed away at her home on January 3, 2023, after an 8-year battle with Alzheimer’s. Born on November 4, 1947, in Baltimore to the late Walter H. Thomas (1986) and Mary E. Thomas (1982), Ann attended St. Mary’s Catholic School. She later went on to have a career with Anne Arundel Food Service at Central Special Education School for 23 years.

Ann enjoyed crocheting, but most of all loved spending time with her family and friends. Ann was one of a kind. She was the pillar of her family and would be the first to jump in and help anyone in need. She is very loved, and so very missed.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, William “Roy” Wright; sister, Mary E. Trott (2002) of Annapolis; and granddaughter, Diana Tolson (2005).

She is survived by her son, Thomas (Donna) Wright of Glen Burnie; daughter, Sharon Kelley of Annapolis; brother, William “Billy” Thomas of Millington; sister, Audrey (Jim) Dewey of Ocala, FL; grandsons, Bradley Swift of Annapolis and William Wright of Glen Burnie; granddaughter, Carrie (James) Simpson of Annapolis; and great-grandson, Kenny Good III.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Ann's life on Sunday, January 8 from 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD, and again on Monday, January 9 from 10 am until her funeral service begins at 11 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to the <a href="https://act.alz.org/site/Donation2?df_id=51079&51079.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=giving_google&s_subsrc=giving_google&gclid=CjwKCAiAh9qdBhAOEiwAvxIok2RWpmAD-nirDxTq_8tG-bzwKsPaIpvxSkmKPgUoGLrl14IecgWJ2BoCRG4QAvD_BwE">Alzheimer’s Association</a> (www.act.alz.org).

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Martin D. “Marty” Menton, Jr., 89, an 18 year resident of Annapolis and previously of New Carrollton, passed away on January 3, 2023 at Johns Hopkins Hospital surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Queens, NY on April 18, 1933 to Martin D. and Anne Menton, he graduated from New York University with honors and then earned his Masters Degree from George Washington University.  He served his country in the U.S Navy as an air traffic controller from 1952 until being honorably discharged in 1955.  He started with NASA at the Goddard Space Flight Center in 1966 before retiring in 1994 as a Deputy Project Manager.  He was active in coaching his children in youth sports and was an avid basketball player and golfer.

Marty is survived by his wife of 64 years, Ellen A. Menton; his children, Marty Menton, III of Reno, NV, Elizabeth Brown of Lewes, DE, Maureen Bossler of Hagerstown, MD, Christopher J. Menton, Sr. of Blythewood, SC and Kathleen Menton of Annapolis;  his grandchildren, Ellen Valdez, Christopher Menton, Jr. and Martin Menton, IV ; two great grandchildren; and his brother, Robert Menton of Greenville, SC.

Family and friends are invited to Marty’s life celebration on Wednesday, January 18 from 5-7 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Thursday, January 19 at 9 AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church,  620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, with interment to follow in the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation (www.pcf.org).  


Marguerite Nickles Ralston, 83, of Edgewater, MD, passed away on January 3, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-five years, Leonard J. Ralston, Jr. She is survived by a daughter, Jennifer (James G. Kress); three sons, Patrick (Loretta Lynch), Matthew (Shellah Mortola) and Joseph (Karen Fink); eleven grandchildren and her sister, Anita Costinett. Mass of the Resurrection will be offered on Saturday, January 14 at 9:00 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Gonzaga College High School, 19 Eye St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001.

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Kim Aaron Weikle, age 68, of Lothian, Maryland passed away Monday, January 2, 2023, after a long struggle with cancer. Kim was born on January 1, 1955, in Menomonie, Wisconsin. He was the middle of three sons of Douglas Weikle and Gladys (Parker) Weikle of Saskatchewan, Canada. The family had moved from Saskatchewan to Wisconsin as his father pursued greater opportunities as a radio news broadcaster and writer. The family eventually settled in Bowie, Maryland in 1969, where Kim attended Belair Jr. High and Bowie High School, graduating in the class of 1974. Following graduation, Kim worked as a cook and manager in local restaurants before beginning a career as a finance professional in several banking and lending companies, including M& T Bank.

A personable and outgoing soul, he loved to be surrounded by family and friends; coaching kids' sports, playing games, telling stories, and making everyone smile with his infectious laugh! Kim is survived by his wife of 14 years Millie of Lothian; mother Gladys (now 103 years young); sons Steven and Kevin, both of Bowie; brother Harlan (Nancy) of Savannah, Georgia; and brother Scott (Karen) of Deale, Maryland. Kim was preceded in death by his father Douglas.

A family service and interment will be in his parent's hometown in Saskatchewan, Canada at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations are made in his name to a charity group of your choosing.

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Richard A. Owens, III, 71, a resident of Davidsonville, MD, died at his home on December 31, 2022.  Born June 14, 1951, in Annapolis, MD, Richard was a graduate of Annapolis High School and was the owner of Richard Owens Plumbing.  He served in the Air Force Reserves and enjoyed trains, western culture, and spending time with his dogs.  Richard is survived by two sons, Richard A. Owens, IV of Cibolo, TX, and Andrew T. Owens of Harwood, MD; a daughter-in-law, Barbara Owens; a brother, Leroy Owens of Mt. Jackson, VA; a sister, Betty Anne Schultz of Annapolis, MD; two grandsons, Zachary P. Owens and Brantley C. Owens; and his beloved dogs, Amber and Sadie.  Friends are invited to celebrate Richard’s life on Thursday, January 5, 2023, from 4 to 7 PM at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122. 

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James W. Fling, beloved son of Jean C. Fling, passed away on December 30, 2022, at the age of 59, due to cardiac arrest. He was a long-time resident of Bethesda, MD. Jimmy was employed in the commercial construction industry and was skilled in all areas of home improvement. His caring personality and heart of gold led him to always freely help others. He treasured his time spent with his much-loved dogs and adventures on the boat “Jean’s Fling’’ in the Chesapeake Bay. Jimmy enjoyed cars, sports, music, dancing, and vacations in Ocean City, MD.

He is survived by his mother, Jean C. Fling, his brother Mark S. Fling and his wife Paola, her son Sebastian, niece Alexa N. Fling, aunt Mary Heath, uncle Arthur (Butch) Heath, and cousins; Eileen Zaenger (Dennis), Julie Troxler (Kelly), Carrie Mitchell (Jim), and Andrew Vitali III (Erika). He was preceded in death by his cousin Jack Heath. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Montgomery County SPCA, P.O. Box 637 Washington Grove, Maryland 20880 or online <a href="http://www.mcspca.org/donate.asp">Here</a> Interment will be private.

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Michael Eugene Deshields, 62, of Fort Washington, Maryland, passed away on Fri, Dec 30, 2022 due to transplant complications.

Michael is survived by his mother, Mary Deshields, and his wife, Tari Deshields.  He is also survived by his 5 sisters, Linda (Reginald) Beachum, Andrea (Derrick) Miller, Linita (Timothy) Williams, Loretta (Corey) Henry, Leikita (Avon) Paul; his 3 children, Ashley (Kumasi) Barnett, Michael (Tiera) Deshields II, and Jennifer (Ethan) Bradley; and his 5 grandchildren, Aya Marie Barnett, Ian Michael Deshields, Benedict Bradley, Effie Bradley, and Noah Rose Bradley.

Michael was born in Louisville, Kentucky on December 2, 1960. Michael and Tari were first married in a civil ceremony on August 24, 1983 in Grand Forks, North Dakota.  They also had a vow renewal ceremony in the Church on May 14, 1993 at Bolling AFB in Washington, DC.

Michael was a fan of football, as his favorite team was the Dallas Cowboys.  He also enjoyed taking cruises with his wife.  But his greatest passions in life were his relationship with God, as well as being with his grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are invited to Michael's Life Celebration on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Mass of Christian of Burial will be offered at St. Mary's Church Cemetery of Piscataway, 13401 Piscataway Road, Clinton, MD 20735 On Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 11am. Interment St. Mary's Piscataway Church Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions in his name to “Have Faith Haiti Mission”.

Website: <a href="https://havefaithhaiti.org/move">https://havefaithhaiti.org/</a>

 
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Make your check payable to “Have Faith Haiti Mission” and send to:

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Have Faith Haiti is operated by the A Hole in the Roof Foundation, a 501(c)(3) org (TAX ID# 27-0609504). Donations are tax-deductible.

 

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

Hazel W. Chumley, 87, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, with Terri and Danny at her side. 

Hazel was born in the coal mines of West Virginia on March 4, 1935, to Naomi Pickett and George Washington Williams, Sr. After high school graduation, she came to Washington, DC to work for the FBI, where she met her husband, James C. (Jim) Chumley, who preceded her in death in 1996. She was also preceded in death by her parents, 1 sister, 5 brothers, 3 sisters-in-law, 1 brother-in-law, and her sweet daughter-in-law Patricia Ann (Pat). She is survived by 2 sisters-in-law, Bettie Williams and Phyllis Wagner, and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by a daughter, Terri Jane and her husband Michael Hicks; son, James Daniel (Danny); grandchildren Chuck and his wife Kimberly Chumley; David Talbert; Valerie and her husband Thomas Marshall; 1 sweet great-granddaughter and 7 rambunctious great-grandsons. 

In her earlier years Hazel spent many hours volunteering at the kid’s schools, where she made many friends, but one very special friend, Dee Rockwell. They were not only lifelong friends, but bowling buddies. Duckpin Bowling was Hazel’s passion for more than 40 years. During that time she coached many years of Youth and Adult-Youth bowling leagues, which she especially enjoyed.

Hazel was a fantastic cook. There wasn’t a dish she cooked that people didn’t LOVE. Fried Chicken, Cabbage Rolls, Roast, Pinto Beans with Fried Potatoes and Cornbread, and especially her Peanut Butter Fudge! Thankfully Danny has followed in her culinary footsteps. She also loved watching football but REALLY loved to watch Tennis.

Relatives and friends are invited to Hazel's Life Celebration on Friday, January 6, 2023, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm and again on Saturday, January 7 from 10 am until the start of the funeral service at 11 am at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment following at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suitland, Maryland.

Following the cemetery, all are invited for a short gathering at Suitland Bowl, 4811 Silver Hill Road, Suitland, Maryland. The snack bar will be open for the purchase of food and drinks. Thanks to everyone for your prayers and uplifting thoughts. The family truly appreciates you all!

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On Tuesday, December 27, 2022, Lois Jean Noe passed away at her residence in Clinton, MD. 

Lois Jean was born on December 12, 1938, in Cleveland, OH to Anthony and Fannie Del Pizzo. 

Lois Jean was a member of Southern Prince George's County Business & Professional Women's Club and Xi BetaAlpha/Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. She was the Past President of Malcom Grow Medical Center Officers Wives Club on Andrews Air Force Base and was on the Board of Directors for Family Crisis Center. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Richard Del Pizzo. 

She is survived by many friends.

Friends are invited to Lois Jean's Life Celebration on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 from 10 a.m. until the start of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 8908 Old Branch Avenue, Clinton, MD 20735. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD 20735 immediately following the Mass at approximately 12:20 p.m.

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

Obituaries

Harry Early, Sr.

Lt. Col. Richard Wickwar, USAF(Ret.)

Jose Garcia

Cheryl George

Basil "Butch" George

Patricia Turner "Pat"

Harvey Tabion

Sofia (Coyoca) Coleman

Salvador Reyes, Jr.

Edgar Jones, Jr.

Elizabeth Staed

Cecilia Wright

Martin D. Menton, Jr.

Marguerite Ralston

Kim Weikle

Gregorine Colicchio

Richard Owens, III

James Fling

Michael Deshields

Mee Ja Hayden

Carolyn Turgeon

Hazel Chumley

Lois Jean Noe

Thomas Barnes