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Meta Maxine “Max” (Johnson) Andrews, 91, a 58- year resident of Annapolis passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022, at her residence in Ginger Cove. Born on October 3, 1930 in Quincy, IL to the late Virgil and Maddy Mathilda Johnson, after completing her education, Maxine left Quincy to proudly serve in an administrative role for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). In the early 1950's, she was part of a team that investigated the 1947 Texas City disaster, the deadliest industrial accident in U.S. history. She also held posts in Washington, DC, Houston, TX and Boston, MA. While serving on an assignment in Pearl Harbor, Oahu, she serendipitously met her future husband, Commander (USN) Frank A. Andrews, a widower with five children. Together she and Frank had an additional 7 children during their 50+ year marriage. The large family eventually settled in Annapolis where Maxine was a devoted wife and mother, a much loved neighbor/confidant, a champion ten-pin bowler, cat lover, a needle point craftswoman, Navy Junior swim team supporter and parishioner of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. After moving to Ginger Cove, her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren loved to visit her to share memories of the Ferry Farms homestead, eat Sunday popcorn and chili and watch TV football. Maxine was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Andrews and her son, Patrick Andrews. She is survived by her 11 children, Jeffrey (Alice) Andrews of Silver Spring, MD, Fr. Philip Andrews CSsR of Puerto Rico, Jean Andrews (James Phelan) of Beaumont, TX, James Andrews of Charlotte Hall, MD, Mary (Gary) Gunther of Annapolis, MD, Tom (Corrine) Andrews of Fayetteville, NC, Frank (Carla) Andrews and Theresa Andrews (Maryann) Rapposelli all of Wilmington, DE, Tim (Ann Brown) Andrews of Arnold, MD, Daniel (Ann Sweeney) Andrews of Annapolis, MD and Susan Andrews of Wilmington, DE; her 26 grandchildren, Jennifer Jordan, Alex Andrews, Rachel Gardell, Sara Shattuck, Kimberly McCoy Schlottman, Kevin Andrews, Maggie Cason, Greg, Andrew, Bill, Elias, Franklin, Charlotte, Mary Grace and Catherine Gunther, Brendan, Elyse, Claire, Timothy, Jack, Abby, Madison, John and Ryan Andrews; her daughter-in-law, Joan Applegate Andrews; former daughter-in-law, Angelita Beale and her12 great-grandchildren.  Friends are invited to celebrate Maxine's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Wednesday, November 2 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD on Thursday, November 3 at 9 am. Inurnment will follow at the U.S. Naval Academy Columbarium. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's School (stmarysannapolis.org). Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

John D. Myrick of Riva, Maryland, passed away peacefully in his home with his family on September 26. John was born October 8, 1939, in Alamo, Tennessee, and spent his early childhood years in Dyer, Tennessee. His family later moved to Alexandria, Virginia, where he finished schooling. He was predeceased by his mother, Hazel Davis, and father, Joseph Myrick.  

At the age of 19, John began his career as an apprentice with Pel-Bern Electric and retired after 49 years as a Master Electrician and Vice President of the company.   
John was a huge Washington Redskins fan and spent many Sundays rooting for his favorite team. Working on projects for his family brought him great joy, and he liked to share his knowledge with all close to him. The time he spent with his family brought him the most joy. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren at their sporting events and celebrating special moments with his family and friends. 

John is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Louise; his children, Terri Smith (Larry), Rick Myrick (Pam), June Brouse (Jeff), Amanda Keller (Chris), Jason Myrick (Bridget), and Adam Keller (Kerry); his nine grandchildren Jen (Deanna), Courtney (Dan), Caroline (Beau), Colin, Shannon, Kailee, Ryan, Braeden, Connor, and great-grandson Weston; his sister, Joyce Coopy and many nieces and nephews. 

John will be missed by many, including his faithful companion, his dog Brady.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate John's life on Thursday, September 29 from 6  to 8 pm and on Friday, September 30, from 11 am until his funeral service begins at 12 noon at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for donations to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122, <a href="https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/giving/donate-now/">online here</a>

or to:

Living Legacy, Attn. Ann Bromery 1730 Twin Springs Rd. Suite 200  Baltimore, MD 21227  <a href="https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/TheLLF">Online Here</a>

 or Trinity Methodist Church, 1300 West Street, Annapolis, MD, 21401


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Family and friends are invited to celebrate Charles' life on Thursday, October 13, 2022, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. A visitation will be held on Friday, October 14, 2022 from 9 to 11 a.m. at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 5203 St. Barnabas Road, Temple Hills , MD 20748. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m.  Interment in the church cemetery.

Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial gathering on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 from 10 a.m. until the start of the memorial service at 11 a.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Interment private at a later date. 

Laura Angell Higgs was set free at age 45, on September 25th after a life of giving all that she had, to all that she loved.

Laura was born in Maryland in 1977 with a spirit ready to save the world. Her love for others was crafted by hand, for each individual, large and small. She had fire in her heart for her friends and family, and created suns for her children. To try to put into words the level of determination and passion Laura had, would be a task that even angels would struggle with on their best days.

1994 is the year that she fell deeper into her love for hair and buckled down into her classwork. With inspiration in her heart and music in her ears, she started down a path to a career in cosmetology. She truly believed in everyone having the opportunity to express themselves through art, color, and style. Her personal style was witchy and black. Her hair often kept in her natural color, black, with streaks of her favorite color; purple. Even her hazel eyes, which often seemed to gleam a beautiful green, had black specs that looked like a constellation in her left eye. She was undoubtedly one of the most unique women to ever walk this planet. Cosmetology allowed her to work with lifelong friends and even her own sister. She then got to open her own shop “Vintage Hairworks”. Her talent was recognized by anyone lucky enough to see and/or watch her work.

When she wasn’t deep into her craft, she was making bonfires, hanging out at the
racetrack, playing games, reading tarot cards, building ponds, piecing together puzzles, listening to every song on iTunes or any band who played at HammerJacks, and planning for the next Halloween. Along with caring for scorpions, salt water fish, koi, frogs, turtles, snakes, cats, and dogs. But mostly, she played with her children and worked to create a space where any friend could come and feel that her home, is their home. No matter the trouble, no matter the time, no matter what anyone else thought of you; she would open her doors and welcome you. In her eyes, every life mattered, even the ones others had given up on.

She is now survived by her Daughter Jade Elizabeth, her eldest son Vincent Nicholas, her youngest son Jayvin Anthony, her sister Jessica Angell Rodriguez, her father Raymond Higgs, and her mother Sharon Higgs.

Have fun exploring, Mom. We love you unconditionally and know that you are with us. You are finally free to be the guardian angel that you were always meant to be. With all the music, cars, and animals you could ask for, with all the people that you lost and love. Free to be yourself.

Forever and Always.

Friends are invited to celebrate Laura’s life on Monday, October 10 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.

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Louis Edward Henneke, a loving husband and father, retired owner of an emergency services software company, avid boater and fisherman, died on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at the age of 73 at his home in Edgewater, Maryland.
Born on March 8, 1949 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Edmund and Marguerite Henneke, he graduated from the University of Maryland in 1971.  Lou embarked on a career of computer software development, eventually, along with his partner, forming Public Safety Systems Inc. in 1984. PSSI provided emergency software systems for police, fire, and EMT services.  These systems were installed throughout the country.  He led PSSI for 34 years until his retirement in 2018.
Lou loved the water, boating, fishing and enjoying time with his family.  He was an excellent carpenter who could build or fix anything. If he could not find what he needed to fix something in the home, on the property, or for fishing, he would create or invent a solution.
Left to cherish his life are his beloved wife of more than 45 years, Judy; his three children, Dawn McIntosh, Kelly Marshall and Steven Henneke; his four grandchildren, Nicholas Marshall, Andrew McIntosh, Jackson Marshall and Katie McIntosh; his sister, Peggy Welk; his brother, Edmund Henneke and his adored dog, Rena. 
Friends are invited to celebrate Lou’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Saturday, October 15 from 10 am until his memorial service begins at 11 am. Online condolences and tributes may be made by using the memories tab on left.


On Saturday, September 24, 2022, Arthur “Buddy” L. Harrison, Jr. was killed in front of his home in Washington, D.C. He was born in Washington, D.C. on April 4, 1960, to Arthur L. and Jean Marie Harrison, Sr. He was the owner of Old School Boxing Gym. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Thy Lan Harrison; his children,  Salena Harding and Dusty Harrison and his wife, Lilly Harrison; his grandchildren, Brandon, Carter and Isabella; his brother, Ricky Harrison; mother of his son, Dusty, Lynda Hernandez Spille and her husband, Brian Spille; his in-laws, Hoa Vu, Alice and William Brandt; his brothers-in-law, Tran, Trac, Truong, and Joey; his sisters-in-law, Margie, Debbie, Diane, Lisa, Ginny, Trang and Linda. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, especially his Old School Boxing Community. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Buddy's life on Monday, October 10, 2022, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Capitol Hill, 313 2nd St., NE, Washington, DC 20002. There is no parking at the church, public transportation or ride-share services are recommended. Interment at Historic Congressional Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to OLD SCHOOL BOXING GYM, 3100 Branch Avenue, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20746 OR https://oldschoolboxing-gym.business.site/#details

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Kevin Michael Garvey of Cary, NC on Friday, September 23, 2022, at the age of 55 years.

In life, he was a devoted father, grandfather, brother and friend. Earlier in life, he served honorably in the US Marine Corps Reserve. Afterwards, he spent 13 years as a State Farm Agent in Cary, NC where in recent years, he was an active and valued member of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association. Kevin is leaving behind a community where he was beloved by many.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 27 years, Lorianne Whiting Garvey; his children, Kieran C. Hooker (Erick), Callaghan W. Garvey and Katheryn A. Garvey; his grandchildren, Addilyn, Everett and Theodore; his three brothers, Bill (Carolyn), Sean (Stephanie) and Scott (Becky) Garvey; his sister, Erin and his partner for the last 3 years, Jennifer Palermo, along with his friends and brothers from the CVMA.

He was preceded in death by his loving parents, William Joseph Garvey and Janice Ann Brown Garvey.

Friends are invited to celebrate Kevin’s life on Friday, October 7 from 4 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 8 at 9 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis, MD. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. 

Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.



Daniel Edward Welch – known to his family and friends as Danny – passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and close friends on Friday, September 23, 2022 at Anne Arundel Medical Center after a prolonged struggle with multiple illnesses that limited his body but never his spirit. 

Danny was born to the late Bettianne and Daniel Welch on May 29, 1964 in Red Bank, New Jersey. As a toddler, Danny courageously fought and eventually beat a rare form of childhood cancer. He was left with physical scars that lingered but never dampened his cheerful enthusiasm for life. Danny spent his childhood summers with his beloved Aunt “Pudgie” and Uncle Billy Black of Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, where he worked and served as the informal “ambassador” of Connors On the Shore - the family beach club - and enjoyed pizza and juke box music at his favorite Briody’s restaurant. 

Danny graduated from James Madison High School in Vienna, Virginia in 1984, and went to work as a mail clerk at the law firm of Maguire Woods Battle & Booth, where he was a dedicated and joyful employee for more than 15 years. He sang in the choir at St. Mark Catholic Church in Vienna, played softball, watched baseball, cheered on his beloved Redskins, and enjoyed many activities with his family whom he treasured throughout his life. He most especially adored his nieces and nephews, and never tired of hearing about their accomplishments. His proudest role was simply being Uncle Danny.

Danny lived and worked at Arundel Lodge in Edgewater, Maryland until 2015, when his health declined and he moved to Heritage Harbour Health & Rehabilitation. He remained his friendly, outgoing self to his caregivers, his family, and all who knew him until the very end of his life. 

Danny is survived by his sister, Christa Bellanca of Annapolis, Maryland; his brother, James Nicholas Welch, of Tustin, California; his nieces, Justine Welch and Isabel Grim; his nephews, Robert James Welch and Tilghman Grim; and his loving cousins, Michelle & John Mercure, Nick & Dawn Fisch, and their children, Alexander, Nicholas, Aimee and Kierra. 

A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 9 AM at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Danny’s honor to <a href="https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/supportrrecovery?code=webdonations">Arundel Lodge</a>.

Online condolences may be offered using the Memories tab on the left side of this page.


Joan Beverly Lavender, 91, a resident of Annapolis and previously of Arnold, MD, died on Thursday, September 22, 2022, following a short illness.  Born August 30, 1931 in Worcester, Massachusetts, she enjoyed a successful career as an Administrative Assistant at the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission.  Joan was a longtime member of St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church in Washington, DC and the Edgewater Lions Club.  She enjoyed being part of her church community and participating in church festivals.  She loved Krispy Kreme donuts and a good cup of hot coffee, but her greatest passion was spending time with family and friends.  After retirement, she loved her part-time job as a food demonstrator at Sam’s Club.

Joan was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Robert E. Lavender, Sr. who died in 2002.

She is survived by five children, Robert Lavender, Jr. of Spotsylvania, Virginia, Ronald Lavender of  Owings, Maryland, Richard Lavender of Tampa, Florida, Roger Lavender of Leland, North Carolina and Beverly Schindel of Severna Park, Maryland; five grandsons, Ronnie, Christian, Ricky, Austin, and Lucas; six granddaughters; Kelly, Shauna, Jovan, Nicole, Kimberly, Julie, Macie and Kacie, and six great-grandchildren.

Friends are invited to celebrate Joan’s life on Thursday, September 29, visitation 10:00-12:00, at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, Maryland.  A short service followed by Interment at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Maryland.  Immediately following, family and friends are invited to a Meal of Mercy at Maggiano’s Annapolis, 2100 Annapolis Mall, Suite 1200, Annapolis, Maryland 21401.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bay Community Support Services, Inc. 908 Commerce Road, Annapolis, MD 21401 <a href="https://www.baycss.org/">www.baycss.org</a>. Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.

Michael Robert Melillo, Jr., “Mike/Uncle Bob”, 86, a long time resident of Northern Virginia, passed away at Washington Hospital Center on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.  He was born on January 15, 1936 in Queens, NY to the late Michael Robert Melillo, Sr. and Josephine Reid Melillo.
A graduate of NYU, Mike enjoyed a successful career in the airline/travel industry.  Shortly after retirement, he switched gears to pursue a passion in political science. He worked tirelessly on several statewide and local campaigns over the years in addition to devoting his time, talents and energy to grassroots advocacy as Campaigns Consultant for FreedomWorks in Washington, DC.
Mike was a man of many passions.  His family and friends were the most important part of his life.  He was a man of faith, an avid reader, loved movies, music, the holidays, red wine and of course, sports.  He enjoyed all sports - playing tennis for years; enjoying watching the game of golf and football.  But, his first love was baseball, cheering on the New York Yankees for many years and later the Nationals.
Mike was preceded in death by his wife, Jaqueline Feddock who died in 2001; his sisters, Alice Lucia and Jeanne Marie Walter; his brother-in-laws Richard S. Walter, Sr, and Harry Lucia; his nephew, Mark Lucia and nieces, Karen Walter Goodwin and Jeanne Lucia Lopez.
“Uncle Bob” is survived by his niece, Donna Jeanne Walter of Crofton, MD; nephew, Richard S. Walter, Jr (Caryl) of Eugene, OR; nephew, Michael S. Walter (Kelley) of Albuquerque, NM; niece, Joan Lucia Treese (Chuck) of Colorado Springs, CO; seven great nieces and nephews and 12 great-great nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life Mass will be held at St.Timothy’s Catholic Church, on Poplar Tree Road, in Chantilly, VA on Wednesday, October 5th at 1:00 - reception immediately following.
In lieu of flowers and to honor Michael Robert Melillo, Jr.’s life,  donations can be made to FreedomWorks, The Mike Melillo Activist Award, <a href="https://action.freedomworks.org/mikemelillo">https://action.freedomworks.org/mikemelillo</a> - 111 K Street NE Suite 600, Washington, DC 20002 


Theresa Marino Busada passed away quietly on the morning of September 20th in her Ft. Washington, Maryland home, with her husband and daughter at her side. 
She joins her parents, Peter and Angelina Marino, and her brother, Joseph Marino. Theresa was a native Washingtonian. She graduated from St. Patrick’s High School, in the class of 1953. She married Norman Busada in 1956, and they enjoyed a wonderful life together for 66 years. She leaves behind one daughter, Susan, many nieces and nephews, family, and friends who have become family. Her smile and warm comforting ways will be missed by all who knew her. 

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Theresa’s life on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Thursday, September 29, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Columba Catholic Church, 7800 Livingston Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers (no gladiolas), donations may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake (www.hospicechesapeake.org) or to RES Homecare, 26595 Lawrence Adams Drive, Mechanicsville, MD 20659.



David Alfonso Conte, 70, a 35-year resident of Lothian and previously of Upper Marlboro, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2022, at CalvertHealth Medical Center in Prince Frederick. 

David was born in Washington, DC on May 30, 1952, to the late Anthony and Esther Conte. He was a self-employed builder.  A devoted grandfather, he adored spending time with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed growing peppers in his pepper garden and driving around visiting family on his golf cart

In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his brother, Nicholas Conte, and his sister, Ann Marie Santoiemma.

He is survived by his son Joseph Conte and his wife Tara of Edgewater, and his siblings; Joseph Conte, Anthony Conte, Rosalie VanWie, and Mary Esther Finamore, all of Lothian. Also survived by his grandchildren, Joseph A. Conte, Jr., and Ella Noel Conte.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate David's life on Friday, September 23 from 10 am until 11 am at Our Lady of Sorrows Church Hall, 101 Owensville, Rd., West River, MD 20778. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered at 11 am in the main church.  Interment will follow in the church cemetery. 


Afrodita Pe Benito was born to Catalio Guacena & Fructousa Miranda on Oct. 1, 1925 in Jaro Iloilo City, Philippines.  She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years – Fermin ‘Nonoy’ Pe Benito.  She will now join her parents, her sisters and 5 brothers, parents-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, son-in-law and daughter-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and dear friends who are now in heaven.

Since 2015, she had been experiencing several medical problems and she passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2022 surrounded by her beloved son-in-law, daughters and sons.  She is survived by her ten children and their spouses:  Estela-(Huberto Yap-RIP), Roberto-(Mary Jane Baylen), Patricia-(Fred Richardson), Cecilia-(Rolando Victoria), Belinda-(Praxedes Betchido), Mary Ann-(Antonio Tantay Sr.) Arnulfo-(Mariela Alvarado), Michael-(Mabel Garcia), Benjamin and Ian-(Mylaine Escobar), 25 grandchildren and 32 greatgranchildren and a bunch of nephews, nieces, friends and relatives.

She also left behind her extended families: Tee & Dee Logan, Sidney, Roy & Janet Wiggins, Bernice & Carol Clark, Doris Reaves & her daughters O’Neal, Janice, Frances & Linda, Robert & Rachel Richardson and her assumed adopted daughters:  Merly, Regina, Rina & Ester. 

Beloved friends and relatives in Maryland, Los Angeles and in the Philippines will surely miss her especially her beloved son-in-law Fred Richardson who unselfishly spent most of his time taking her to her doctor’s appointments 2 or 3 times a month for almost 20 years.  She was a ‘mama’ or ’nanay’ to all that got to know her.  She loved to cook and at a very young age and she accepted Jesus as her spiritual guardian. She lost her mother at the age of 6 and her father when she was 16 years old.  She joined the St. Mary’s Piscataway Church in 2005 when they first came to Fort Washington, MD.  Right after then she actively participated in some of the church activities and used to be a volunteer in the daily eucharistic adoration at the church 3 times each week while she was still able to do things on her own.

Viewing will be from 2 – 8 p.m. on Friday, September 30,2022 at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, Oxon Hill, MD.  Fr. Samuel Plummer will say the memorial prayers at 6 p.m.

A mass celebration of life will be held at the St. Mary’s Piscataway Church, 13405 Piscataway Rd., Clinton, MD 20735-4564 on Oct. 1 at 11:30 a.m.  This mass celebration will commend her 97th birthday in heaven.

A ‘new life celebration’ will follow at 1710 Dauphin Drive, Fort Washington MD 20744 after the mass in honor of her 97th birthday.

Interment will be held in the Philippines at the Evergreen Park, Pasig, MM at a later date.

Janet Marie Long, 86, passed away on September 15, 2022 in Jupiter, FL.  Born on August 31, 1936 in Washington, DC, she was the youngest child of the late Raymond and Mary Gicker.  Janet spent most of her adult life in College Park and then Annapolis, MD where she raised her family and proudly worked as an Administrative Assistant at the U.S. Naval Academy for 15 years.  She was a gracious hostess of pool parties and holiday gatherings at her home and was well-known for her Scotcheroos (a Rice Krispies treat) and Sand Tarts.  A longtime member of Davidsonville United Methodist Church, Janet also loved to play BINGO and eat out, especially when she could pick crabs or order a good crab cake.    

In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Leon Long, all five of her siblings and her furry companion whom she adored, Harley.  She is survived by five children, Carl (Debbie), Cindy, Daniel, Donald (Diane) and Douglas; 15 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.  

Friends are invited to celebrate Janet’s life with her family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 22 at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  Janet’s funeral service will be held at 10AM on Friday, September 23 at Davidsonville United Methodist Church, 819 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD. A graveside service will be held at 2PM at National Memorial Park in Falls Church, VA.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC using this link: <a href="https://giving.childrensnational.org/site/Donation2?df_id=11925&mfc_pref=T&11925.donation=form1&amount=35".>Children's National Hospital</a>

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Dara Marie Stewart Dillree, 61, of Crofton, MD, passed away on September 15, 2022. Dara was born on October 22, 1960 in Washington, DC.

Dara grew up in Prince George’s County, MD before moving to Fishertown, PA in 1977 where she graduated from Chestnut Ridge High School. After graduation, Dara returned to Maryland for a short while, then moved to San Diego, CA to attend National University. She moved back to Maryland in 1988 and worked at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP as a legal secretary for over 15 years.

Dara is preceded in death by her mother, Frances E. Broderick Miller. She is survived by her father, Robert P. Stewart and his wife, Paula; and her stepsister, Beth Waters, all Edgewater, MD.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vietnam Veterans of America, 8719 Colesville Road, Suite 100, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Online condolences may be made using the Memories tab on this page.


All services for Mr. Choate will be private at this time.

Please take a moment and leave a condolence for his daughters, by using the memories tab on the left.

Passed peacefully at his home on September 11, 2022. He was born on May 7, 1941 in Washington, D.C., where he was raised in the Hillcrest area by his parents Lester and Beulah Cox (deceased). He was a 1959 graduate of Anacostia High School and later received a degree from Prince George’s Community College. He served in the United States Army Reserve and worked in various positions during his 36-year career at the Potomac Electric Power Company. He was a perfectionist in all that he did. His exemplary work ethic and desire to always remain active led him to continue his work life doing consulting work, being a Tour Mobile host, and assisting seniors by driving a bus for the Woodbine Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. He also worked most of his adult life at RFK Stadium for Washington Redskins games and at the University of Maryland for football and basketball games.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 60 years, Alice Cox, and his loyal
sons, Jeffrey Cox (Christine) and Christopher Cox, grandchildren, Shelby King,
Ryan Cox, Victoria Cox, and Matthew Cox. He also leaves behind great-grandchildren, Robert King, Claire King, and Kennedy King. His ability to make you
laugh with his wonderful sense of humor will always be remembered.


Relatives and friends are invited to Lester's memorial gathering on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 11 a.m. until the start of the memorial service at 12 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, Maryland 20745. 

Sara E. Deeb

September 9, 2022

Sara Elizabeth Deeb, 81, of Fort Washington, MD peacefully passed away on September 9, 2022 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Sara was born in Boston, MA on January 6, 1941 to William Junius Bates and Mildred Ingeborg Carlstrom Bates. Sara was a graduate of Framingham High School, Class of 1958. After high school, Sara pursued a degree in Nursing at the Children’s Hospital School of Nursing, in Boston, MA where she graduated in 1961. She later joined the Peace Corps and served in Malaysia for two years. In 1965, she returned to Massachusetts and married Carl Anthony Deeb of Fall River, MA. Shortly after, Sara and Carl settled in Maryland.

Sara was completely devoted to caring for children. She was a registered nurse for 44 years.  She started her nursing career at Hadley Hospital and later retired from Greater Southeast Community Hospital NICU and Children’s Pediatricians & Associates.

Sara loved to crochet and collect angels. Her husband Carl regularly referred to Sara as an “Angel”. She never complained no matter what. She was strong, proud, generous, kind, thoughtful and will forever be remembered for her loving smile.

Sara was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Anthony Deeb; parents, William and Mildred Bates; brother, William “Billy” Bates; stepmother, Rita Davis; and grandchild, Caleb Burge.

Sara is survived by her son, John Deeb and his wife Shari; daughter, Anne McKissick and her husband Eric; son, David Deeb and his wife Melissa; daughter Mary Deeb; daughter, Nancy Chaves and her husband Christian; daughter, Beth Riggs and her husband Farron; daughter, Susan Burge and her husband Brent; grandchildren, Ashley Deeb, Alanna Deeb, Edward Gillison Jr., Ciara White and her wife Tiana, Sara McKissick, Cajetan Deeb, Justin Deeb, Sophia Deeb, Grayson Deeb, John-Paul Deeb, Catalina Chaves, Sebastian Chaves, Baylor Burge, Max Riggs, Emma Burge; great grandchildren, Sa’Mari McGinnie, Cheyanne Deeb. Sara is also survived by her brother, Kenneth Bates; brother, Joseph Davis; sister, Judith Vohden; brother, John Davis as well as many other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD on Saturday, September 24 at 11 a.m. A repast will immediately follow. Inurnment will be in Fall River, MA at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The Parkinson’s Foundation, Children's National Hospital Foundation, or the Peace Corps Partnership Foundation.  











Relatives and friends are invited to Maudis' Life Celebration on Friday, October 7, 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, Maryland 20745. Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial gathering will be held on Monday, September 26 from 10:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial is offered at 10:30 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 520 Veirs Mill Rd., Rockville, MD. 

James "Jimmy" Edward Hooper, Jr., 79, a lifelong resident of Annapolis, MD, died at his residence on Thursday, September 8, 2022.

Born December 9, 1942, in Calvert County, MD to the late James Edward Hooper, Sr., and Lucille Jones Murphy, he worked as a self-employed carpenter.  Jimmy enjoyed gardening and classic cars.

He is survived by his wife, of 19 years, Deborah Hooper.  Friends are invited to celebrate Jimmy's life on Wednesday, September 14 from 10 am until his funeral service begins at 12 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD.  Interment Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.

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