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Joan T. Fedorkowicz, a 60-year resident of Annapolis, MD died of heart failure on Monday, December 12, 2022, at Anne Arundel Medical Center.  She was 91.

Born February 19, 1931, in Wilmington, DE to the late Leo and Alice Tucker, Joan graduated from the Ursuline Academy in 1948.  Joan started working once her children were older and eventually retired from the Maryland District Court as supervisor of the Maryland Automated Traffic System (MATS).
 
Joan loved cooking, reading, gardening, volunteering and traveling.  She was a member of the Red Hat Society (Batty Hatties), the Lady of the Elks and lifetime member of Sunny Shores Beach.
 
In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her husband John L. Fedorkowicz, who she married January 13, 1951; a daughter, Deborah L. Fedorkowicz and two brothers, Michael F. Tucker and J. Richard Tucker.

Joan is survived by four children, Joseph J. Fedorkowicz (Anna) of Ocean City, MD, Carl G. Fedorkowicz (Bobbye) of Lusby, MD, Eric L. Fedorkowicz of Annapolis, MD, and Mary A. Hutchins (Steve) of Arnold, MD; four grandchildren, Jonathan Fedorkowicz (Cheryl), Stephen Fedorkowicz (Amy), Megan Montgomery (Josh) and David Hutchins; four great-grandchildren Marcus Fedorkowicz, Peyton Fedorkowicz, McKenna Montgomery, Elise Fedorkowicz, and many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to celebrate Joan’s life on Monday, December 19 from 10 am until her funeral service begins at 12 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will be private.

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Achilles Gabriel Pappas, also known as Mike, Daddy, Παππού and Mr. Mike was born May 10, 1928 in Washington, D.C. to George and Aphrodite Pappas. He was predeceased by his parents, four sisters, Vasiliki, Frances, Mary and Helen and his wife Rose.

His parents were born and raised in Υιανινα, Greece in the village of Δολιανα. The family spent a summer in Greece when Achilles was 8 years old. Through the years he always kept in touch with his family in the village. More recently he went to Greece in 2018 with his daughter Costa and granddaughter Rosemary. That was a trip of a lifetime for him and was hoping to get back to Greece one more time before he passed.

Achilles’ parents started the family business, Olympia Bakery in 1925 in S.W. Washington. The family moved to Capital Heights, Maryland and bought a farm in Seabrook, Maryland that was used for family outings and church picnics. The family eventually moved back to Southeast Washington where Achilles resided until his passing. At 19 years old he boxed at the Boys Club at night and competed as an amateur boxer at the Uline Arena where he was considered an amateur golden glove boxer. He joined the National Guard in 1948 and was in the Air Force in 1950-1952 stationed in Wilmington, Delaware where he went to Bakers school at the New Castle Air Force Base.

As a young man Achilles’ pride and joy was his first car that he bought with his own money a big red Buick. His mother was not happy with the car he chose which eventually led him to a speeding ticket or two. Soon after he bought the Buick he decided to take his friends Nick Deoudes and Jim Stratus out for a ride. His friends said “let’s see how fast she can go Mike”. He did show them how fast she could go and ended up in jail for speeding and had to call his sisters to bail him out.

Achilles worked in the family business from a young child until his mother passed away and it was sold in 1982. The bakery did very well for many years until the 1968 riots when many small corner grocery stores and restaurants went out of business. The larger grocery stores had their own bakeries so the need for smaller bakeries was much less. After the bakery was sold, Achilles started a hot dog cart business which eventually led to becoming a permit processor which he continued to do for the rest of his life.

Achilles met Rose Kalivretenos in 1955 at a “house party”. They were married June 10th, 1956 and they had three children Maria, George and Constantina. They lived and raised their children on Branch Avenue in Southeast Washington where the entire Pappas family lived, better known as the “Southeast Crew”. The Kalivretenos family lived in Northeast Washington where many memorable family gatherings were held. All of the Pappas and Kalivretenos family cousins attended the Reverend Thomas Daniel Greek Orthodox Parochial School. Rose passed away in March 2017.

Achilles was a lifetime supporter of the Washington Redskins. On Sundays he would be dressed in burgundy and gold from head to toe, sitting on the couch cheering his team on to victory. When baseball returned to Washington he loved to watch the Nationals and would go to two to three games a year, even this season. Bringing the family together for special occasions was always something he looked forward to, whether it was meeting at a restaurant, having a birthday celebration or going to a Nationals game.

Although he was given many health related challenges he always had a positive outlook on life. Being an amputee was never an excuse for him to sit and do nothing. When he was 80 years old his doctor asked him “don’t you think it’s time to retire?” Achilles replied “What for?”





On Sunday, December 11, 2022 of Washington, DC; beloved husband of the late Rose Kalivretenos Pappas; father of Maria (Patrick) Skipton, George (Peggy) Pappas and Constantina Pappas; grandfather of Joshua, Andrew and Rosemary Skipton; great-grandfather of Grace Willis; brother of the late Helen and Vasiliki Pappas, Frances (Christy) Papageorge and Mary West; uncle of the late Nicholas Versis. Also survived by many nieces, nephews,  family and friends.  A visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 20 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. The funeral service will be held at Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 721 Norwood Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20905 at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 21, 2022.  Interment will immediately follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave., Suitland, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the church. 



Stephanie “Steph” Noëlle Mendoza, age 55, a resident of Edgewater, MD, passed peacefully at her home on December 11, 2022.  She was born June 10, 1967, to Marie-Noelle Griest and the late James F. Griest.  


Steph earned her degree in culinary arts under the tutelage of Roland Mesnier.  She went on to become a pastry chef, where she met her husband Louis Mendoza, to whom she was married to for 31 years.  Steph also enjoyed scrapbooking, drawing, collecting, and loved animals.  Known as an empathetic person, she always was willing to go out of her way for others.  A passionate “Dance Mom”, she loved supporting her community.


In addition to her mother Marie-Noelle, she is survived by her husband Louis; her daughters Céline Marie-Suzanne and Allison Rachel Mendoza; and two brothers, James F. Griest Jr. and Steven Griest.

A celebration of Stephanie's life is currently being planned. Please take a moment and leave a condolence for her family by using the memories tab on the left.

All services for Jason will be private at this time. Please take a moment and leave his family a condolence message by using the memories tab on the left.

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Flo will be laid to rest with her husband at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined. Please leave her family a message of condolence by using the memories tab on the left.

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Barry Van Ry was born on May 21, 1939, and ascended this earth at 6 pm on December 10, 2022.     

At 17 years of age, Barry found himself starting a family.  Forced to grow up quickly, he worked at a gas station while attending Everett Community College in Everett WA.  His leadership qualities presented themselves early as he was soon elected student body president.  In his search for excellence and with a determination to provide the best possible life for his family, he took a job as a longshoreman, then a car salesman, and eventually started selling yellow page advertising door to door. Through a stellar work ethic, superior intellect, and determination, Barry worked his way up the corporate ladder to become President and CEO of Bell Atlantic Yellow Page Directories. His professional life took him on a journey as Managing Director of Directories Australia, with responsibilities in New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and the Philippines.  Barry was an inspirational and profound speaker.  As a judicious problem solver and dynamic leader, he inspired others to be and do their best. To know Barry was to respect him. His stamp of approval was sought after and revered.   

Barry’s adventurous spirit was best-experienced riding motorcycles.  He loved horses and nature. He had a particular affinity for the Great Northwest.  Barry would tell you that although he lived an amazing life full of adventures, his greatest pride came from his family and friends.  He was born in the small Dutch community of Lynden Washington where he leaves many that helped mold and shape him as a man. His pride and joy were his four children Georgee, (Charles), Barry, (Khayya), Steve, (Erin), and Matthew.  He enjoyed the love of 11 grandchildren, their spouses, and many nieces and nephews.  His wife Linda, has loved him unconditionally and cared for him through his heroic battle with Parkinson's disease. He will also be missed by his sister Arlene, (Harold) and  Queen, his loving caretaker.  Queen has made all our lives easier by being forever present and sacrificing to make him comfortable.   

We, his family, see him now, riding a high-spirited stallion across the plains or perhaps driving his motorcycle across some heavenly terrain. His heart is full of joy, his big beautiful laugh filling the air.  With God by his side, Barry will keep a vigilant watch over his family and friends from heaven until the day we meet again.  Until that day he will forever be in our hearts.  Contributions in Barry’s memory can be made to Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation by mail to P.O. Box 5014 Hagerstown, MD 21741 or online <a href ="https://give.michaeljfox.org/give/448346/?gclid=CjwKCAiAv9ucBhBXEiwA6N8nYERL_ZlRdHqRV6WMspV0VOgKvOUTEAA6xgcJFtvOrD_iCOvdvWag6xoCfJYQAvD_BwE#!/donation/checkout?c_src=smcidap-a1b1R00000AQ7CC">HERE</a>

A Celebration of life will be held in Washington State in the summer and announced at a later date.  Online condolences may be made by clicking on the memories tab on the left.



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Gerald Lee “Jerry” “JC” Canty, age 82 and a 25 year resident of the Annapolis and Davidsonville areas, died peacefully on December 9, 2022.  Born March 21, 1940 in Illinois to Raymond and Lois Canty, he graduated from Woodruff High School in Peoria, IL and attended Bradley University.  He served his country in the US Army from 1963-67, attaining the rank of Sergeant.  After his honorable discharge from the Army, he began a 42 year career with the federal government as a computer analyst, retiring in 2007.  JC was a huge sports fan and especially enjoyed golf, bowling and softball.

JC is survived by his wife of 57 years, Martha Canty; his children, Steven (wife Emily) Canty of San Diego, CA and Linda Canty of Annapolis; his grandchildren, Madeleine, Jackson and Cecelia Canty; and a brother, Raymond Canty of Springfield, IL.

Services and interment are private.


Josephine Dawn Moorehead, “Dawn”, 70, a 25-year resident of Annapolis and previously of Upper Marlboro, MD, passed away at her home on Thursday, December 8, 2022.

Dawn was born on September 1, 1952, in North Carolina to the late Thomas and Josephine Dudley. She graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park, and worked as a Senior Paralegal with McNamee Hosea Law Firm.

Dawn was a longtime member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Annapolis and enjoyed hiking, reading, sewing, and preserving our environment.

In addition to her parents, Dawn was preceded in death by her brother, Joseph Dudley.

She is survived by two daughters, Melissa Moorehead of Robbinsville, NJ, and Andrea Moorehead of Ellicott City, MD; her former husband, Keith Moorehead; one brother, Lee Dudley of South Carolina; and her beloved grandson, Lucas Shapiro.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Dawn's life on Saturday, December 17 at 3 PM at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 1101 Bay Ridge Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403.  Interment will immediately follow the service in the cemetery's memorial garden.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to <a href="https://www.givelify.com/donate/st-luke-s-church-annapolis-md-2j7wy5ODQ0MQ==/donation/amount">St. Luke's Episcopal Church</a>, <a href="https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/AACSPCA">SPCA of Anne Arundel County</a>, 1815 Bay Ridge Ave. Annapolis, MD 21403, or <a href="https://www3.thedatabank.com/dpg/543/spdf.asp?formid=SuttonScholar16&c=20221214105913270260">Episcopal Diocese of Maryland,
Sutton Scholars High School Enrichment Program</a>, 4 E. University Pkwy., Baltimore, MD 21218.

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Charles Roger Shoch, age 89, of Fort Washington, MD died peacefully on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.  He was the husband of Ann Charlotte Shoch, with whom he shared 60 years of marriage. Born in Harrisburg, PA, he was the son of Clarence T. and Marie V. Shoch.

Roger spent his summers in his youth with his family in Promised Land State Park, was active in scouting, achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, and graduated from Allentown (PA) High School. Roger spent his summers in college as a tree cutter and graduated from Lehigh University with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Industrial Engineering. After graduation, Roger enjoyed his early career living in Malibu, CA where he rented a house on the beach from the actress Shirley McLean with three of his classmates.  Following his time in California, he moved to Boston, MA where he met Ann Shoch, his beloved wife, then relocated to Colorado Springs, CO to work for Rand Company and lastly moved to Fort Washington, MD to work for the Department of the Navy as a computer analyst in Washington, DC where he retired.

Outside of work, Roger had a great love for camping, skiing and the Washington Capitals. He and Ann were original season ticket holders since their inception in 1974.  They enjoyed traveling the US in their RV having visited all 50 states. 

Survivors, in addition to his wife, include his three daughters, Dorene Albury of Fort Washington, MD, Adrienne Shoch of Asheville, NC, and Sharon Shoch of Woodbridge, VA along with five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was loved by his family and many friends and will be missed.

A celebration of life will be held on Jan 3rd at 11 am at St. Mary’s of Piscataway Chapel, 13405 Piscataway Road, Clinton MD followed by a reception at the family home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to; Capital Caring
Health, Philanthropy, 3180 Fairview Park Dr., Headquarters/Suite 55, Falls Church, VA 22042

Justin William Adeyinka Bouma, 38, of Oklahoma City, OK passed away at his home on December 7, 2022. Born on December 16, 1983 to beloved parents Mr. Jon Bouma and Mrs. Sarian Bouma in Silver Spring, MD, Justin grew up in Mitchellville and Annapolis, MD, later moving to Oklahoma City in 2012.

Justin spent his early school years at Matthew Henson Montessori Elementary School, Samuel Ogle Elementary School, Nicholas Orem Middle School, and Annapolis Senior High School. He attended Howard University in Washington, D.C. where he studied broadcasting, history, and psychology. He completed summer journalism programs at Syracuse University in NY, the University of Maryland, and University of Maryland, Eastern Shore. He also completed a beginning Law program with the D.C. Courts. In his early school years, he was a member of the Young Astronaut Program in MD, where he excelled. In high school, he was a member of the Annapolis High School Navy ROTC.

His previous employment included Cimarron Steakhouse and Olive Garden in Oklahoma City, and the Zina Pierre for Mayor campaign in Annapolis, MD. Justin was an occasional radio personality in sports and news. He recently was recruited by the Oklahoma City Department of Rehabilitation, and would have started work on January 3, 2023, as a program administrator.

Justin had a wide variety of hobbies and interests, including video games, particularly Nintendo and Final Fantasy, comic books, sports such as football and wrestling, history, religion, cartoons such as Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the Simpsons, Funko Pop! Collectibles and action figures, and U.S. presidents. His love for sports, politics, history, and wealth of trivia knowledge was exceptional. He was noted for his remarkable memory for facts and people. Justin loved expressing his interests through his huge collection of hats, hoodies, and scarves with various sports logos and pop culture icons. His favorite sports teams were the Washington Redskins and Cleveland Indians, and recently he was rarely seen without his Oklahoma City Thunder scarf. He always kept a rosary on his person. Justin was always passionate, generous, and friendly to family members, friends, and co-workers. He always gave a hand to all those in need when called upon.

Justin is preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. Lewis Raymond Bouma, Jr. and Mrs. Dorothy Bouma of Hollywood, FL and Mr. Samuel Solomon Ballay, Sr. and Haja Mariama Fullah Sesay of Freetown, Sierra Leone. He is survived by his parents, Mr. Jon and Mrs. Sarian Bouma; siblings, Dominic, Julian (Katarina) Bouma, Adisatu (Abu) Barrie, Jemina (Ivan) Bouma Perez; Cousins including Adama (Ibrahim) Mansaray Kanu, Julian Coker, and nephews and nieces, Charles Bouma, Abubakarr Barrie, Ruby Barrie, and Alieu Barrie.

In the United States, Justin is survived by the Bouma family of FL; Dr. Edward Kolvereid and Mrs. Ruth Kolvereid of Atlanta; Kyle Kolvereid and family; Krissy Moulton and family; Gina Kolvereid (Kevin) and family; Dr. Ricardo and Dr. Armida Perez and family; Mr. Timothy and Mrs. Barbara Miller and family; Mrs. Joann Williams and family of WY; and the Wagner family of MN. He is also survived by close friends, Joey Wise; Hon. Daryl Jones; Dr. Pastor Zina C. Pierre; Kent and Tamala Bridge, Esq.; and Eli and the staff at the Hi-Five Retro Guys Pop store in OK. He is survived by close family friends, Susan Roberts and the Macauley family; Stuart Johnson, Esq. and Ms. Helena Lawrence; David and Josephine Coker and family; Mrs. Femi Helen Nkosi Coker; Dr. Andrew and Mrs. Mogi Blake and family; Rev. Dr. Canon William Lewis and family; Haja Kadijatu Kassim and family; Mr. Samuel and Mrs. Gemina Archer-Davies and family; Mr. Wilfred and Mrs. Vie Auber; Mr. Sidikie Sorie and family; Mr. David and Mrs. Eula Maposa and family; Mr. Mohamed Kosia and family; Rev. David Buakei Vandy and family; and a host of family members and friends too many to mention.

Justin boasts a collection of friends and family across the globe. In the Netherlands, he is survived by the Bouma family and Eddie Williams and family. In Sierra Leone, he is survived by Hon. Ambassador Ibrahim Sorie, Sr., Madam Nessay Sorie, and the entire Ibrahim Sorie family; Ibrahim Sorie, Jr. Esq., Mrs. FA Sorie, and family; Femi and Mabinty Boyle Hebron and family; and Hon. Yassin and Hon. Mrs. Rasie Kargbo and family. He is also survived by the Massaquoi and Sesay families; Haja Umu Sesay and family; Haja Kadi Saccoh and family; the entire Rahman family; his closest cousins Mr. Cecil Hillard and Ms. Mariama Massaquoi; and many numerous family members and close family friends, too many to mention. In St. Maarten, he is survived by Hon. Gracita Arrindell; Justin and Kathy Woods; Minerva Rombley; Ingrid Bosnie; Lucia and Elena Munsento; and Hon. Marcel Gumbs and family. In London, he is survived by Mrs. Sukianatu Sesay and family; Mrs. Sarah Dean and family; Mrs. Yema Sorie-Akinwande and family; and close friends Mrs. Violetta Decker and family; and Mrs. Margaret Cole. 

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Justin’s life on Friday, January 6, 2023 from 5 to 9 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 10 am at St. Mary’s Landover Hills, 7301 Annapolis Road, Landover Hills, MD 20784. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park, 12899 Veirs Mill Rd, Rockville, MD 20853. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society C/O St. Mary’s Catholic Church Landover Hills, by calling (301)-577-8844, or emailing <a href = "mailto: secretary@saintmarylandoverhills.org">secretary@saintmarylandoverhills.org</a>. Please include “Ref: In memory of Justin William Bouma”. 

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Linda Most Schneider, 92, a resident of the Washington, DC area since 1958, passed away at Anne Arundel Medical Center on Monday, December 5, 2022.

Born August 2, 1930, in New York, she graduated with her bachelor's degree from Green Mountain College in Poultney, VT, and American University with a master's degree to further her teaching career. Linda worked for more than 20 years for the Washington DC school system at Roosevelt and other DC high schools as a Special Education Counselor. Before and during her career teaching, she worked with the Metropolitan Police Department to help found the Police Explorer Program for youth. Linda was an active volunteer at the DC Youth Orchestra for more than 20 years and was an avid gardener and family matriarch. She especially loved to cook and spend time with her pets. Linda will be missed by everyone that knew her.

She was preceded in death by her former husband, Douglas N Schneider Jr.

Linda is survived by her children, Mark Schneider and Jessica Racine-White, Jeffrey and Denise Schneider, Eric Schneider and Shannon Harte, Jennifer Purcell, and Mark Pearce; two siblings, Karla Champion and Gene Most; eight grandchildren, Angelina Schneider, Alexander Schneider, Whitney Schneider-White, Samantha and Brady Scifres, Will and Tiffany Schneider-White and Easton, Christian and Aaron Pearce; and four great-grandchildren: Cooper, Blair, and Greer Scifres and Ethan Schneider-White.

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Relatives and friends are invited to Erie's Life Celebration on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 from 10 a.m. until the start of the service at 11 a.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD. Interment private at a later date.



Laura Anne Ruitberg, 77, of Davidsonville, MD, died Sunday, December 4, 2022, at her home.  Her life ended peacefully with her husband, Edward, at her bedside.  Laura was born November 18, 1945 at Providence Hospital in Washington, DC, the daughter of the late John Hilbert and Anne Donovan Hilbert.  Laura can be remembered for her loving kindness, her business organization skills, her devout Catholic faith, and her love for kitty cats.  She graduated from High Point High School in Beltsville, MD, and got her first job at Citizens Bank of Maryland.  Over her long career, Laura worked for several businesses as a bookkeeper and office manager.  Laura loved quilting, sewing, and most of all caring for her family.  She married Edward Ruitberg on March 2, 1974.  

In addition to her husband, Laura is survived by her son, Edward Ruitberg, Jr., of Davidsonville; two grandchildren, Sasha and Luka Ruitberg; a brother, John Hilbert, Jr. (Linda); brother-in-law, Arthur Ruitberg (Erin); sister-in-law, Anne Ruitberg Taylor; four nephews, Jay and Joseph Hilbert, Ian Thomas, and Christian Ruitberg; three nieces, Lisa Hilbert, Kim Thomas, and Schuyler Maedjaja; and former daughter-in-law, Rachel Ruitberg

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Laura’s life on Tuesday, December 13 from 5 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Wednesday, December 14 at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD.  A live stream of the Mass can be viewed by clicking <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064429102382">HERE</a> Interment will be private.  Memorial contributions may be made to the <a href="https://mdfoodbank.org/donate/?type=One-Time">Maryland Food Bank</a>, 2200 Halethorpe Farms Road, Baltimore, MD  21227-4551.

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Eveleth Wilson Bridgman, III, "Evy", of Springfield, VA and formerly of West River, MD, died on December 3, 2022 from COVID. Evy was born on October 15, 1956 to the late Marjorie Murray Bridgman and Eveleth W. Bridgman, Jr. He grew up on the family farm, Cedar Park, with his four oldest siblings and his loving extended family. As a child, Evy was the navigator on trips and the family meteorologist. He was considered to be the dependable child. As he grew older, he was the one who organized trips to teach younger family members how to ski, sail, white water raft, drive and explore adventures beyond the farm. Evy graduated from The Gow School in Buffalo, NY and worked as a computer operations manager for ManTech. While working there, he met Karen Lea Stach and they married on August 10, 1991. They enjoyed years of traveling together before, to their greatest delight, their children, Michelle and Ryan, were born on April 22, 2004. Evy's new career was as a stay-at-home father, his dream job. He brought his children his love of family and adventure and shared their love of music and sports as they grew into young adults. Karen, Evy, Michelle, Ryan and their dog Oakly were an inseparable family. Their last great adventure was a five-week road trip across the country. 
Evy is survived by his wife of 31 years, Karen Stach Bridgman; his children, Michelle Bridgman and Ryan Bridgman; his step-mother, Elaine Bridgman; his siblings, Elizabeth Grimm, Anne Franke, Churchill Bridgman, Sally Cheston, Peter Bridgman and Ray Scott; and a gaggle of nieces and nephews. Evy is remembered most by those who love him for his loyalty, generosity of spirit, genuine kindness and unconditional love. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in his honor to the Lupus Foundation of America or the American Heart Association.   Visitation is on Friday, December 9 from 3-5 pm at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, Edgewater, MD. A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, December 10 at Christ Church, 220 Owensville Road, West River, MD.  Interment will follow in Bridgman Family Cemetery, Harwood.


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


Elmer “Pop” Foster, age 90, a longtime resident of Davidsonville, MD died peacefully at his home after a 2 year struggle with cancer. Born on May 2, 1932 in McCreary, KY, to the late Roy and Fannie Foster, Elmer spent the first seventeen years of his life in Kentucky and Tennessee before moving to Maryland. He worked as a tree trimmer with Asplundh Tree Experts, retiring after more than 44 years on the job. He was a former member of Foster Cross Road Baptist Church and he enjoyed tree trimming, auctions, gardening, hunting and spending time with his family. Elmer was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Shirley A. Foster and his siblings, Arvil and Voward Foster, Katherine Dolan and Elsie San Nicolas. He is survived by his children, Gail (Art) Dittmar of Pasadena, MD, Nancy (Brett) Ochiltree of Severna Park, MD, Glenn (Rhonda) Foster of Edgewater, MD, R. Dale (Sally) Foster of Centreville, MD and Ronnie Foster of Davidsonville, MD; his sisters, Cornelia Largent of Florence, SC and Dottie Britton of Annapolis, MD; his grandchildren, Glenn “Duke” Foster, Jr., Justin Foster, Tyler Ladd, Paxton and Griffen Ochiltree, Michael Hirschbock, Jeremy Gunther, Tyler Zarcone, Heather (Matt) Cook, Taylor and Coral Dittmar and his great-grandchildren, Landon and Abby Cook, Jaylynn Foster, Emily, Madelyn and Gavin Hirschbock, Everett and Elliott Gunther. Friends are invited to celebrate Elmer’s life on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where his funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 8 at 10 am. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. 

In lieu of flowers Elmer's family asks for memorial contributions to be made to a charity of your choice or <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/">Hospice of the Chesapeake</a>.

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Donald Robert Johnson, Jr. was born on July 25, 1951 to the late Edith Kiley and Donald Johnson Sr.   Don passed away peacefully at his home on December 1, 2022. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 46 years, Margaret. Together Margaret and Don had 4 children; David, Suzi, Terry and Tera. Through those children they were blessed to become parents to John, Kendra, Ricky, Marya and Cheree. Don was also preceded in death by his grandson CJ. He is survived by his grandchildren; Jay, Tammy, Desiree, Richard, Lily, Sage, Gavin, AJ, Katie, Ramey, Jessica, Colby, Melanie, Malachi, Gabrielle, Anthony and Kazlyn; as well as 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings Cathy Bowles, Tammy Brazerol, Myra Schwahn, Patty Johnson, Randy Johnson, Billy Johnson and Edward Kiley. Don leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and other loved ones.

Donald was a member of the US Navy prior to his career as an engineer for the National Geographic Society. He enjoyed watching sports, routing for the Ravens, Cubs and Nationals. Don loved fishing, trivia, and most of all spending time with his family and friends. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Don’s life on Wednesday, December 21, from 10 am until his funeral service begins at 11 am at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will be held on Thursday, December 22 at 11:15 am at The Maryland Veteran Cemetery - Cheltenham, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, MD, 20623.

Online condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.


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

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


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


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


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

Obituaries

Joan Fedorkowicz

Achilles "Mike" Pappas

Stephanie Mendoza

Jason Hutchinson

Flosada "Flo" Huff

Barry Van Ry

John Aler, III

Gerald Canty

Josephine "Dawn" Moorehead

Charles Shoch

Justin Bouma

Linda Schneider

Erie Pullen, III

Laura Ruitberg

Eveleth Bridgman, III

Wendell Neal, Jr.

Elmer Foster

Donald Johnson, Jr.

Vasilios Siombouras

Kenneth "Lee" Connelly, Jr.

John Houck

Eileen Harte

Shirley Hebb

Betty Phipps