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Antoinette Petruso Diemer, “Anne”, 98, a resident of Glenn Dale, MD, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022, at Sunrise Assisted Living of Severna Park.

Anne was born in on February 11, 1924, in Meadville, PA to the late Dominico and Agata Petruso. Anne was a 1942 graduate of Meadville High School and attended Penn State University. Anne worked as a Munitions Control Officer for the US Department of State.

She was a parishioner at St. Matthias Catholic Church, a member of the St. Matthias Leisure Club, and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees. Anne’s interests included cooking, reading, crossword puzzles, and politics.

In addition to her parents, Anne was preceded in death by her former husband, Robert Diemer, her siblings; Joseph Petruso, Fanny de Hernandez, Madeline “Lee” Trotter, Mary Betz, Agatha “Aggie” Ritchie, and Geraldine “Mae” Bradish.

Anne is survived by her children, Craig Alan Diemer and his wife Mary of Gambrills, MD, Roberta Diemer of Crisfield, MD, and Karen Brant and her husband Michael of Weaverville, NC. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Mark Santo Diemer (Katie), Joseph Edward Diemer, Thomas Brant, and Rachel Brant, and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Anne’s life on Thursday, March 24, 2022, from 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A Mass of the Resurrection will be offered on Friday, March 25 at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Maryland Republican Party, P.O. Box 631, Annapolis, MD 21404.

If you are unable to attend the funeral Mass, you may watch it by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Holy-Family-Catholic-Church-Davidsonville-Maryland-199315313428178/">clicking here.</a>


Pauline Dillon White “Grandma”, 94, a resident of Anne Arundel County for 37 years and formerly of Prince George’s County, died of pneumonia on March 17, 2022 in Annapolis, MD. Born on July 3, 1927 in Butler, PA to the late, Joseph and Dorothy Williams Andres, Pauline graduated from high school in 1945. After graduation, she worked with the F.B.I. until 1959 and was a proud mother and homemaker for the rest of her life. Pauline was active in the Red Hats, the Home Mothers Club, the F.B.I. Alumni, Meals on Wheels and Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. She enjoyed playing bingo, cooking, sewing and reading. Pauline was the beloved wife for 53 years of the late, Andrew Dillon; mother of Sharon Charuhas and the late Joseph Michael and Dennis Paul Dillon; grandmother of Dennis, Joseph, Andrew and Michael Dillon, Jimmy Charuhas,  and Susan Harrell; also survived by 13 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Pauline'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.  Mass of Roman Catholic Burial will be offered on Thursday, March 24 at 11 am at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 101 Owensville Rd., West River, MD 20778. Interment will follow at Southern Memorial Gardens in Dunkirk, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 <a href="https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sc_dcm=58700007391419629&sc_cid=kwp&sc_cat=b&ds_rl=1285465&ds_rl=1290690&ds_rl=1291300&gclid=CjwKCAjwiuuRBhBvEiwAFXKaNH29h-cAGQFRdziqX7FvgGAzB2zKquZrVzbD4nvgQocxkJ3I9SFeAhoCNcEQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds">Online Here</a>


or Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page. 



Juvale “Jae” Lanuza Esmedia Regala of White Plains, Maryland, was a loving and dedicated mother, an adoring grandmother, a beloved daughter, a cherished sister, and a selfless friend. She was “Wonder Woman” to all who knew her, poised with strength, resiliency and fortitude. She was a pure joy to countless friends, colleagues, and clients, always finding ways to bring love and laughter to everyone around her throughout her life. Juvale was called to leave this world too soon and she took her last breath the afternoon of March 15, 2022. She was surrounded by her closest loved ones at the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center in La Plata, Maryland.

Born on May 19, 1975, Juvale was the first born of three children to Bonifacio and Magdalena in San Francisco, California. She was the big sister to Jamie and Bonnie “BJ”. Juvale made it her life’s purpose and mission to ensure her family always took precedence over everything. Raised in Fort Washington, Maryland and a graduate of Oxon Hill High School, Juvale was heavily involved in her community from a young age and built lifelong relationships. Naturally as the oldest, Juvale was a protector and that meant don’t mess with her and her loved ones.

Juvale possessed the rare combination of business acumen, creativity, and artistry, so it was natural for her to establish her company, Skrib Art. Her skills allowed her to exhibit and market her passion for art through abstract paintings. Not only did she have a creative outlet, but she utilized her platform to help build, inspire, and mentor other artists and entrepreneurs throughout Southern Maryland. Her focus on early childhood development at Towson University prepared her for entrepreneurship as the owner of a licensed daycare center, Skribbles Daycare, for six successful years. 

In the last decade, Juvale served as the Chief Operating Officer of TaylorMade Experience. She had the uncanny ability to unapologetically hug and greet every celebrity in her presence as if she’d known them for decades. The likes of: Ethel Kennedy, Bill Murray, Michael Jordan, President Barack Obama, Darrell Green, and more were no match for her undeniable charm.

She wore many hats but her world was and will always be her four daughters. This was without a doubt her most cherished role in life. Juvale and Eulo Regala, Jr. became the proud parents of their first daughter, Dejalana in 1997, followed by Teya in 1999, and Nadeya in 2006. Together, they raised their three daughters to be beautiful young women, becoming a reflection of her to continue her legacy.

While pregnant in 2016, Juvale was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Juvale and Theodore Lomax miraculously gave birth to their youngest daughter, Carina. In the span of two years, she overcame cancer, rang her bell, and since then everyone’s “Wonder Woman” was in remission. She embodied strength, grace, and kindness no matter what she was facing, never changing her heart’s posture and always in good spirits.

Juvale is survived by her parents, Bonifacio and Magdalena Esmedia of Manila; daughter, Dejalana Ailesa Regala, and “Lolita” to grandsons Tre and Devin; daughters Teya Laveana Regala, Nadeya Briella Regala, and Carina Riley Lomax; bonus children Ajani and Ayries Lomax; sister Jamie Esmedia Aguilar (Kevin); and brother BJ Esmedia (Ann); Juvale was “Tita” or “Mommy Juvale” to six loving nieces and nephews, and “Ninang” to 1,745 godchildren (and their siblings). As a matriarch, sister, friend, mentor, and teacher to the countless people she crossed paths with in her lifetime, Juvale will be deeply missed by all whose lives she touched.


Elaine Lenora King “Nan Nan”, 95, a seventy-five-year resident of Edgewater, MD, died on March 14, 2022, after a brief illness at Hospice of the Chesapeake in Pasadena, MD. Born on May 19, 1926, in Annapolis, MD to the late Leonard Calvert and Pauline Marie Phipps, Elaine graduated from Annapolis High School in 1944. She retired from Farmer’s National Bank and was a member of St. Martin’s Lutheran Church. Elaine enjoyed playing dominoes, gardening, canasta, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Curtis King, Jr. Elaine is survived by her children, Pauline Small of Edgewater, MD, William King, III of Milford, PA, and David King of Beaufort, SC; her grandchildren, Ryan, Jared and Paul King, Russell Roth, and Ashley Poole and her 3 great-grandchildren. 

A memorial service to celebrate Elaine's life will be held on Saturday, March 26 at 11 am at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A celebration of her life will follow at her home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Purple Heart Foundation, P.O. Box 49, Annandale, VA 22003 or The Hospice of the Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Hwy., Pasadena, MD 21122.  

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Geraldine "Gerri" M. Faison, age 93, of Washington, DC passed away on March 14, 2022. Born November 2, 1928 in Fredericksburg, Virginia to the late Dr. Warren W. Lee, Jr. and Minnie B. Lee.  Gerri was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Claudie Thomas Faison. Survived by her sister, Joan L. Crawford; and a host of relatives. A Celebration of Life will take place on Monday, March 28, 2022 from 10a.m. until time of Service at 11 a.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 6160 Oxon Hill Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment will be at 1:30 p.m. at Quantico National Cemetery, 18424 Joplin Rd., Triangle, VA 22172.  





Maxwell Hart Covington, Jr. “Max, Pop-Pop”, 87, a lifelong resident of Davidsonville MD, died on Monday, March 14 in Annapolis, MD due to heart disease. Born on February 4, 1935, in Washington, DC to the late Maria A. and Maxwell H. Covington, Sr., Max was a 1954 graduate of Annapolis High School and of the University of Maryland. He was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. He served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1961. Max was a lifelong farmer and also worked for Reliable Construction, Hopkins and Wayson, and was a partner in the Subterranean Construction Company. He was a member of the Ruritan Club, Davidsonville United Methodist Church, Three Rivers Sportsmen Club, and the Elks Club. Max enjoyed farming, hunting, golfing, following the stock market, and investing.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Nancy J. Covington; his sons, Maxwell H. (Lisa) Covington, III of Corydon, IA, and Allen P. (Erin) Covington of Davidsonville, MD and his grandchildren, Maxwell H., IV, Parker, Carolina, Cierra, and Starr Covington. Special thanks to Dr. Romero, her assistant, Kim Miller, and all of her staff who have cared for Max and Nancy for many years, the Bayada Nursing Staff who provided in-home care and support, and finally to the staff of Cardiology Associates in Annapolis. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Max’s life on Thursday from 4 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. The funeral service will be held on Friday, March 18 at 1 pm at Davidsonville United Methodist Church, 819 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Davidsonville Ruritan Club, 3358 Davidsonville Rd., Davidsonville, MD 21035, or Davidsonville United Methodist Church. 

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Margaret Elizabeth Nields Colt, born February 22,1923, died March 14, 2022 in Rebecca Fortney Inpatient Hospice House after suffering a fracture from a fall at Victoria Park where she had been living independently.

The first child of Cheyney and Helene Nields, Peggy Colt was born in Shamokin, PA. The family moved frequently, and she attended Williamsport High School but graduated in 1940 from Shamokin High School. Living in NJ during WWII, she worked in the offices of the New York Shipyard. She spotted planes, gave blood, helped establish the Nav-Ar-Ines, a hang-out for servicemen, visited wounded vets in Philadelphia and enjoyed the Stage Door Canteen there.

She married her high school sweetheart, Alfred “Fred” Colt, June 3,1944 after he returned from the Army Air Corps. They settled in Williamsport, surrounded by family. She bore a daughter and a son. She belonged to the Junior League, a service organization, participated in their Follies, served as an officer in the PTA, created ceramics, played bridge, and charmed everyone she met.

Fred’s job took them to DC in 1957. Lovers of water and sailing, they settled on Turkey Point and embraced life on the Chesapeake. Fred was the local Mr. Fixit. Peg delved into watercolors, threw epic porch parties for the neighbors, acted as a tenuous first mate on their sailboat. She was a receptionist for two sets of pediatricians, and later was the administrative secretary for the Anne Arundel County Medical Society. She and Fred chartered sailboats in the Caribbean and enjoyed snorkeling, swimming, and exploring the British Virgin Islands and the Bahamas. They also hosted delighted nieces and nephews during summers on Turkey Point.

Peg branched out to drama with the Mayo Players in her 40s, she acted at AACC and Colonial Players, took tap dancing lessons in her 60s and joined the South County Senior Center tap classes and shows, and has been an active participant in the Showstoppers, even on her walker, until her death. She proved her writing chops in her college classes at the center and has books of her work lovingly compiled by her daughter-in-law, Sarah.

Besides scores of friends and her beloved nieces and nephews, she is survived by daughter Cindy Welch, son Stephen Colt, his wife Sarah,  grandchildren Vanessa, Meghan, Stephanie, Erik, and Bridget, great-grandchildren Brittany, Christopher, Robby, and Matelea, and great-grandsons Landon, Liam, and Macen.

Friends are invited to celebrate Margaret’s life on Sunday, March 27 at 1 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to express sympathy can donate to Joann DeWilde/Showstoppers, South County Senior Center, 27 Stepney's Lane, Edgewater, MD 21037 or to Hospice of the Chesapeake 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21112. Condolences may be made online at: KalasFuneralHomes.com.



Willis Elbridge Sibley, 92, of Shady Side MD died on Sunday March 13 2022. He was born in Nashville TN Feb, 22, 1930 to Elbridge and Elizabeth Sibley. He spent most of his formative years between Wooster MA and South Harpswell Maine. In Maine at his family’s summer cottage is where he learned to sail, a hobby that continued all of his life, sailing in many waters on many different sized boats. He earned his BA in Economics at Reed College OR, MA and PhD in Anthropology at the University of Chicago. He met his first wife, Barbara Jean Grant Sibley, while in Chicago and together the two traveled around the world twice, living in Utah, the Philippines, Pullman WA, Cleveland Hts. OH and finally retiring to Shadyside. In that same time, they raised three children.  He taught Anthropology at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Washington State University , a visiting professorship at the University of the Philippines in Manila and Cleveland State University. He was also active in many Anthropological societies, serving as treasurer, president and other positions. In that same time, he also did some work with the Environmental Protection Agency, working on better uses of water. Retiring to Shadyside and he started up a sailboat repair service (Sibley Marine Services) retrofitting boats and repairing engines as the clients needed. Barbara died of breast cancer a few years later. He was active in the Annapolis Chorale, member of the Annapolis Unitarian Church and active with the Renewable Natural Resources Foundation in DC, He later married Marjorie Hegge of Davidsonville, MD

He is survived by his wife Marjorie of almost 20 years, his three children, Sheila and her husband Ian Warden of Gouverneur NY, Tony and his wife Michelle-Collins Sibley of Alliance OH and Michael and his wife Sarah of Richmond Hts. OH. His 2 Step-daughters Annelie and her husband John Lusby of Davidsonville, MD and Katrina and her husband Adam Mullins of Accokeek, MD, 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his first wife Barbara and grandson Michael.

There will be a private family memorial service at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to express sympathy can donate to Reed College in Portland, OR in his name

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Norma Jean “Sco” Burtis, 83, a resident of Riva, MD for over 60 years, died March 13, 2022 at Anne Arundel Medical Center.  Born on September 22, 1938 in Annapolis, MD to the late Norman and Mary Hinton, Sco graduated from Annapolis High School in 1956.  She worked for the Maryland Department of Agriculture.  Sco loved joining her husband, Jim, in his fishing and crabbing pastimes on the South River.  She was an avid sports fan, particularly horse racing, and enjoyed arts and crafts, playing Bingo, writing poems and making driftwood floral arrangements.  

Sco was preceded in death by her husband, James T.  Burtis, Sr., who passed away in 2019, sisters Naomi White and Diane Hendrick.  She is survived by her son, James (Ruth) Burtis of Riva; three sisters, Mary Hinton of Alexandria, VA, Kathryn Woodfield of Stevensville, MD and Janet (Bill) Chance of Annapolis; and her grandson, James Taylor Burtis, III.  

Funeral services will be private.

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Patrick “Jack” Donithan “Pop-Pop”, 77, passed away at his home in Annapolis, MD on Sunday, March 13, 2022 due to heart complications. Born on January 24, 1945 in Pulaski, VA to the late Reba and Joseph I. Donithan, Jack was a 1964 graduate of Oxon Hill Senior High where he excelled in basketball and held the school record for running the mile in track. He moved to Annapolis, MD with his family in 1979 where he later became a Basketball Commissioner and Football coach for the Peninsula Athletic League. Jack started a career at the National Paint Association in 1964, then went on to work for the Xerox Corporation, retiring in 2006. Jack enjoyed spending time in Atlantic City with his son Robert, betting on the horses at the racetrack, and playing Keno at the Greene Turtle. Some of Jack’s favorite pastimes were watching his oldest son David’s band play, attending his grandchildren's sporting events, and most recently spending time with his great-grandson Daxon, sharing muffins and making milkshakes. 
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Margo, his two sons, David and Robert (Holly), his grandchildren Kelsea, Madison, Kevin, and Kathryn and his great-grandson Daxon. 
Friends are invited to celebrate Jack’s life on a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Heart Association in honor of Jack.


Kenneth Nagler (Ken) died peacefully in his sleep on March 11th at the age of 101. Ken had a long and interesting career as a Meteorologist for the U.S. Government and an equally accomplished second career as an American Kennel Club dog show obedience judge. Ken loved the natural world and all the creatures in it, but dogs most of all. He and his wife, Nan, traveled widely after he retired, visiting all seven continents and nearly 50 countries, from China to Peru to New Guinea. Starting when he turned 13 until he was a young adult he shared an intense interest in racing homing pigeons with his father and one spectacular win remained one of his fondest memories. He and his cousins canoed most of the Connecticut River when they weren’t roaming the nearby woodlands. Ken’s passion for animals lasted his entire life.

Kenneth Malcolm Nagler was born in Springfield, Massachusetts on June 26, 1920 to Herbert and Elizabeth Nagler. His mother died when he was eight years old. He was raised by his loving father and a generous extended family of German aunts, uncles, and cousins. Ken excelled at Classical High School in Springfield and he graduated from Massachusetts State College before it was renamed the University of Massachusetts. He joined the Navy in 1942 and was sent to the Naval Weather Station in Washington, D.C. for training as a Meteorologist.

Ken was assigned in 1945 to investigate German advances in Meteorology across Europe. After returning to the U.S. in 1946, he left the Navy and enrolled at the University of Chicago to pursue a Master’s degree in Meteorology. It was at Chicago that he met the love of his life, Nan. They wed in 1947 and were married for 70 years. After completing his degree, Ken and Nan moved to Washington, D.C., ultimately settling in Hyattsville, MD, where they raised three daughters and owned numerous dogs. Ken began work at the Weather Bureau in 1948. There he was asked to join a new highly secret project where he was part of a small team that forecast the weather for atomic weapons testing.  He travelled extensively to Nevada and the Pacific test ranges and observed numerous nuclear tests. Before one test he ascended a 700 foot tower with a colleague, observed the live nuclear bomb in a small room at the top, and then climbed to the roof of that structure to enjoy the view into nearby Area 51.

After live nuclear testing wound down, Ken was again asked to head a new, high profile team to forecast the weather for the Mercury space program launches and recoveries. His team went on to serve the Gemini and Apollo programs as well as Skylab. Ken sometimes rode with the astronauts to the launch pad to give them their final weather briefing, most notably with John Glenn.

Ken retired in 1976. He and Nan focused more on the Canine Training Association which they had been involved with since 1958. Ken would ultimately lead the CTA for 40 years. Together with their three daughters they raised Dalmatians and Standard Poodles. They won numerous titles for their dogs in obedience and conformation shows over the years. In 1971 Ken became an AKC Obedience judge. He was a very popular judge and was often gone for weekends to obedience trials all over the eastern part of the country.

Ken also loved to write. He wrote poetic couplets to mark important occasions and compiled a Christmas newsletter in rhyme each year. He wrote and published two books of short stories as well as his autobiography, Weathering a Century. Ken made friends easily and was a valued colleague and friend to many people throughout his life. He had a wonderful sense of humor and always made people feel at ease.

Ken was predeceased by his wife, Nan (Ann Blythe Hamilton) and his granddaughter Julia Beatty. He is survived by his daughters, Betty (Gregory Smith) of Winfield, IL, Janet (John Hanifin) of Silver Spring, MD, Susan (Charles Beatty) of Edgewater, MD, and a grandson, Paul Beatty (Anne Viccellio) of Baltimore.

A memorial celebration will be held from 2 to 5 pm on Saturday, March 26th in the Columbia Room at the Rosensteel Hall, 9707 Rosensteel Ave., Silver Spring, MD.  Beginning at 2 pm we welcome anyone with memories they’d like to share to speak. A reception will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation, P.O Box 900061, Raleigh, NC 27675 <a href="https://www.akcchf.org/donate2015/chf-donate.html">(www.akcchf.org)</a>.

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Evangelist Mary Lee Carr departed this life on Friday, March 11, 2022 at the Willow Terrace Nursing Home on Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was born March 26, 1943 in Chadburn, North Carolina to the late Mavella Nixon and Otis Nixon.

Mary grew up in Whiteville, North Carolina and was nurtured and raised by her Aunt Levoussie Stanley. She received her education in the Public School System of Whiteville, North Carolina. At an early age, Mary loved caring for others. As a result, she pursued a career in Nursing and Childhood Development.

Upon graduating from High School, she moved to Washington, D.C. She accepted the Lord into her life in 1961 in the home of Pastor Salley B. Strader, where she served faithfully. She accepted the call to ministry and delivered her trial message in 1964.
God directed her to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1965. She visited several churches until the Lord directed her to join Christian Tabernacle COGIC in 1972, under the pastoral leadership of the late Bishop R. T. Jones, Sr., and Mother R. T. Jones. Both Bishop and Mother Jones influenced her prayer life and study of the Word of God.

Evangelist Carr attended the Jamison Bible School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She later became an ordained Elder in the COGIC International on July 27, 1974. During her years of service at Christian Tabernacle, Evangelist Carr assisted Mother Jones faithfully and steadfastly as a Prayer Warrior in the “Monday Night Hour of Prayer” and for many years in the monthly consecration and shut-in prayers.

Evangelist Carr has held various positions of leadership thought the years of her Christian Pilgrimage. She has served as President of the Elders & Evangelist Board, Advisor to Evangelist Board. After all is said and done, she preferred to be known as “God’s Humble Servant”. In June 2006, Evangelist Carr became part of Mount Moriah Pentecostal Church Family and continued to serve God until her sickness. She was President of the Minister’s Board, Coordinator of Holy Convocation and Leader of the Overnight Prayer.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Carr and her sister, Mableleane Duren. Left to cherish fond memories of her, Gracie Nixon (stepmom) of Durham, North Carolina, Jason Maxwell (adopted son) of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, four brothers: Nathaniel Pringle (Jean) of Leland, North Carolina, Otis Nixon of Atlanta, Georgia, Donell Nixon of Atlanta, Georgia, and Coleman Graham of Evergreen, North Carolina, two sisters: Barbara McCrackin of Chicago, Illinois and Beverly Dukes of Durham, North Carolina, Joseph Duren (brother-in-law) of Temple Hills, MD and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.


Carson Gene Ward the third of four siblings of the late Willie James Ward and Minnie Louise Ward, was born on January 25th, 1950 in Trenton, North Carolina.  He was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on March 10th, 2022 and transitioned peacefully at Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, Maryland.

Carson was a star football athlete at Jones High School in Trenton, North Carolina where he famously set blazing record speeds as a star running back from 1965 – 1968 where he wore the number “41” proudly.  Carson played a major role in taking his High School football team to the State Championship from 1966 to 1967.  In October 1967, Carson a senior running back ran the ball 35 times for a record breaking 526 yards and 9 touchdowns “72 to 0” was the win over Charity High School of Rose Hill, North Carolina while using the “double cross move” over 50 years ago.  

Carson left North Carolina at the age of 18 to pursue career opportunities in Washington, DC.  He attended the University of District of Columbia and University Maryland where he obtained his Mechanical Engineering Degree.  Shortly thereafter he founded “Design Three Engineering” firm also known as (DTI) where he developed mechanical and satellite prototypes for the Department of Defense. “Design Three Engineering” firm was an early adopter of the “Port of America” project now known as the “National Harbor” in National Harbor, MD. In 1998 Carson opened Global Technologies & Systems. The company focused on smart technology solutions, as well as design and developed android tablets for businesses. In his later years he founded “Hyperlight Systems Corp”, which develops and supports advanced innovation and LED technologies for lighting and communication systems. 

One of Carson’s favorite things to do was to watch and cheer on his favorite NFL team the Dallas Cowboys, where he often enjoyed wearing his Dallas Cowboy team gear. He also had a love for racket ball and walking which were just a few of his favorite pass time activities. He headed up a walking club where his group loved walking down by the Tidal Basin by the Lincoln memorial in Washington, DC.  Carson was a big advocate for his hometown community in Trenton, North Carolina where he often coordinated and managed the family reunions and class reunion events.  In recent years, he had a heart to give back to those in need especially during the hurricane and flood seasons in Trenton, North Carolina.  Lastly, Carson loved grilling and cooking, and had his own signature secret sauce that he often bragged about.  He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him. 

Carson left a wonderful legacy and lifetime of precious memories.  He is survived by his Daughter: “Courtney M. Ward”, His Loving Companion: “May Sarmiento” of 30 plus years, Brother: “James E. Ward (Crystal)”, Sister: “Sandra G. Gourdine”,  
Aunts: “Margaret Noble”, “Glenda Stevens”, “Minnie (Feen) King”, and “Iris Hill – Smith” 
Nieces: “Avonda Simmons-Chester”, “Tera Eddy (Steve)”, and “LaShandor Simmons”, 
Nephews: “Devin Saunders”, “Patrick Price Whiteside (Summer)” and a host of Great Nieces and Nephews, Cousins and Friends.

On Saturday, April 2, 2022 a family hour will be held for Carson Gene Ward from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. A memorial service will be held from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. 

Harold “Hal” Watson Strange Jr., 86, of Annapolis, Maryland passed away March 9th with family by his side. Born on December 31, 1935, in Columbia, South Carolina to Harold and Donna Strange, Hal was a humble, kind-hearted, and devoted family man.

Hal led a storied life including his recognition at age 10 as the South Carolina “State Yoyo Champion.”  He excelled in every sport and attended Columbia High School, where he played football and baseball. He took his football passions to Camden Military Academy where he was recognized as one of the nation’s leading prospects. After being recruited by many college football powers, he signed with Coach Frank Howard and played at Clemson University. In 1960 he enlisted in the Air Force School of Intelligence (Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas), where he studied photo interpretation. During his service, he was recruited to play baseball for Offut Air Force Base traveling the country and winning the Air Force World Series. He later earned an invitation to try out for the New York Yankees. He joined the workforce with Aero Service Corporation as a Cartographic Technician in Philadelphia and moved to Washington D.C. to work for the CIA. He played an integral role supplying intelligence during the Cuban Missile Crisis and liberating Vietnam War prisoners from the Hanoi Hilton. He worked with four Presidents during his 26-year career at the CIA/NPIC retiring in 1996. 

While in the Air Force, he met the love of his life, Mary Clare Eggleston and they were married in August 1960. They settled in Bowie, Maryland in 1966 and raised two beautiful children, Melissa and Michael. In his free time, Hal enjoyed playing and watching golf, cooking, reading the comics, boating, fishing, learning the latest technology, watching his grandchildren play sports, visiting with his family during his famous Sunday drops-ins, and “making the rounds” to our houses. He was always the first to arrive and left the parties with an Irish goodbye.

Hal is survived by his beloved daughter Missy Carrier (Joe) of Annapolis, his loving daughter-in-law Carole Ann (Mike) of Davidsonville, his ten grandchildren, Jennifer (Martin) Muller, Amanda (Gary) Phinith, JoJo (Kerry) Cooper, Michael (Michelle), Connor, Brendan, Colby, Tim (Lisa) Carrier, Lauren (Ben) Bernard, Jared (Casey) Carrier, and five great grandchildren, Molly, Gracie, Cameron, Jordan, and Isla. Also survived by his dear friend, Stella. He was predeceased by his parents Donna and Harold, wife, Mary Clare, sister Betty Compton, and loving son, Michael “Mike.”

Friends are invited to celebrate Harold's life on Tuesday, March 15 from 10:30 am until his Mass of Christian Burial is offered at 11:30 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. For those unable to attend, the service can be viewed on Holy Family's Facebook page by clicking <a href=https://www.facebook.com/Holy-Family-Catholic-Church-Davidsonville-Maryland-199315313428178/>HERE</a>. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens in Davidsonville, MD. Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Christina Marie Campitelli, known to her friends as Chrissy and her family as “Momma Bear”, passed peacefully in her sleep at home on a warm early Spring day, surrounded by the family, friends and pets she loved, following her most recent battle against cancer. 
She was born on January 16, 1969, and grew up in College Park Woods, College Park, MD.  She attended Saint Marks, Elizabeth Seton (1986) and then graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science (1991).  She raised her family in Davidsonville, MD for 20 years until the family moved to be on the water in Edgewater, MD about 4 years ago.  

Chrissy devoted her life to raising her children and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.  She loved sitting on her dock enjoying the sunny South River, the beach, her children’s sporting events, boating with friends and family, and vacationing in Ocean City and the Florida Keys. She also enjoyed the company of her pets, Maggie, George and Louie.  

Chrissy is survived by her husband of 26 years, A.J. Campitelli, along with their three children, Anthony (24), Leo (22) and Caroline (20); her parents, Philip and Nona Ricker; her brothers, Philip (Jacqueline) Ricker and James (Amy) Ricker, as well as several nephews, Jacob, Wilson, Bennett, Miller, Luke and Grant and her niece, Gwenyth. 

Family and friends may visit on Thursday, March 10 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Mass of the Resurrection will be offered at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD on Friday, March 11 at 12:30 pm, with reception to follow. For those unable to attend the service, the church will be livestreaming the Mass.  It can be viewed by clicking <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Holy-Family-Catholic-Church-Davidsonville-Maryland-199315313428178/">THIS LINK</a>.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Chrissy’s memory to the Wellness House of Annapolis, 2625 Mas Que Farm Rd., Annapolis, MD 21403.

Condolences may be made by using the Memories tab on this page.

Gayle William Grismer, 71, of Annapolis MD, passed away March 8, 2022, after a lengthy illness. 

Gayle was born on October 11, 1950 in Champaign, IL. After graduating from Central High School, he went on to study at the University of Illinois. He spent his entire career in the restaurant industry and ultimately settled in as a Partner with Texas Roadhouse. 

He was an avid sports fan and focused on the Chicago Bears, Cubs, and Illini games. He was a master of history (particularly WWII events); he loved animals, the outdoors, fishing, his Man Cave, his balcony at the beach, and vacationing in “God’s Country” at the cabin in Hayward, WI.  

Gayle was predeceased by his beloved Grandpa (Henry Bush), Grandma (Virgie Bush) and Mother (Ilene Bush Grismer).  He is survived by his devoted wife, Marie Grismer; sons, Mathew (Tonya) Grismer and Gant (Erin) Grismer; daughters, Stacy (Rob) Howes and Chelsea (Nick) Grismer; 8 cherished grandchildren: Ava, Gage, Izzy, Cameron, Brynn, Brooke, Connor and Cole; and his sister, Paula Dalton. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Gayle's life on Friday, March 18, from 4 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday,  March 19 at 10:30 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD. Interment private.

Please take a moment to leave a condolence for the family by visiting the Memories tab on this page.   

John Henry Locklin - October 19, 1940  —  March 8, 2022

Born in Pittsburgh, PA, John grew up in Peters Township in Washington County, PA, later residing in Edgewater, MD.  

John was a life-long learner, an avid mariner, and thrived on thoughtful discussions of important ideas. After earning advanced degrees at Penn State University in meteorology, oceanography and computer science, he worked as an electrical engineer for the United States Navy, designing sonar systems that detected Soviet submarines all over the world. John was an active member of the Freemasons and achieved the rank of Master Mason.  A true Locklin, John was also a lover of music. He played guitar and sang in Barbershop Quartets throughout his life. Chess games with him were always accompanied by classical music and soft jazz on the stereo. When he wasn’t flying his custom finger salute flag on the Chesapeake Bay, John could be found gardening, going on ‘expeditions’ with his daughters, eating crabs on his deck, or enjoying chocolate chip cookies next to a bonfire.

More than anything, he treasured his family and his faith. John served as a trustee for the Mayo United Methodist Church and never missed a Sunday Bible Study. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Blackmer Locklin and Henriette Ralph Locklin, and his brother Robert Blackmer Locklin, Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce Bollo-Locklin; two daughters, Gwendolyn Church (Andrew) Wisniewski, and Julia Kempton Mikulla (Dirk, decd.); six grandchildren, Benjamin (Taylor), Mark (Colleen), Andrea (Bryan), Daniel (Paige), Aaron Hvizda and Mason Hvizda; great-grandchildren Elizabeth, Dillon and two more expected this year, two sisters, Jane L. Reimers, Margaret L. Groninger; a brother, Ralph Howard Locklin; and his two “noisemakers,” Maile and Lulu.

Friends are invited to celebrate John’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, March 11 from 3 to 5 pm, and at Mayo United Methodist Church, 1005 Old Turkey Point Rd, Edgewater, MD on Saturday, March 12 from 10 am until his funeral service begins at 11 am. A luncheon will be held afterward and is open to all. Donations in honor of John can be made to Mayo United Methodist Church.

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Jacqueline Delores Williams ( Brown) was born on June 23, 1948, in Memphis, TN to the late Ellen Brown and M.C. Denny. Jacqueline received her formal education in the DC Public School System. She graduated from McKinley Senior High School in NE, Washington, Dc in 1966. She started her career with joining the United States Army Reserves “USAR” in 1975. She was a true example of service and work ethic, that should as she progressed through the ranks and retired as an E8 Master Sergeant. While in the USAR Jacqueline started working at Stanford Paper Company in 1977 (International Paper). She excelled at her job and any task given to her. She received various “Top Sales” awards in her region. She was dedicated and gave her all in everything she did. In 2009 it was time to say goodbye to work and retired so she could spend more time doing what she loved to do.

Jacqueline always enjoyed entertaining family and friends at her home and loved shopping “She could never pass up a “Sale” and dancing to Luther Vandross. There was never a holiday, birthday, person and/or reason that she didn’t like to celebrate. She always had a kind and warm spirit welcoming all and providing a haven of Love. Jacqueline’s favorite time of year was Christmas and always had a stash of extra Christmas gifts during her annual celebration. Jacqueline was a Diva in her own right, never a bad hair day and always dresses to impress. It was the little things that made her smile. Jacqueline departed this life peacefully in her sleep on March 6, 2022, after a strong battle with Dementia. 

Jacqueline leaves to cherish fond memories, her husband Walter Johnson, two daughters, Jacqueline and Charice Washington, stepdaughter Shakira Johnson, five grandchildren, Christopher (Deceased), Chelsey, Elijah, Emanual, and Kylie. Five great grandchildren. Her brothers, T Willie Dennie, Thurman P. Dennie, Tommie L. Dennie, and Corwyn Brown. A host of family and friends, honorary children (Marquette and Raymond) and grandchild (Denise Tillman) to celebrate and continue her legacy. 


All services will be private. A full obituary will be available soon.

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Leon T. Parrish Sr. passed away peacefully, on Thursday, March 3, 2022, in Fort Washington, MD. A Celebration of Life will be held on March 18 and 19, 2022. The wake will be held at KALAS FUNERAL HOME, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 18th.  The funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church of Alexandria, 2932 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302 on Saturday, March 19, 2022, with the viewing from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. His final resting place will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

All services will be private. Please take a moment and leave the family a condolence by using the memories tab on the left.

A complete obituary will be available soon,

Nancy Lee Sanderson of Annapolis, MD passed away on Monday, March 1, 2022.  She is the beloved wife of the late John W. Sanderson, Jr.; devoted mother of Terence Sanderson and the late Sandra Sadka; loving grandmother of Candace, Courtney and Bret Sanderson and Tyler, Christopher and Olivia Sadka; and former team member of the NASA Moon Program.  Friends may call on Friday, March 18, 2022 from 11:30 am until her funeral service begins at 1 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. Interment with her husband at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville will be private.

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On March 1, 2022,  Harvey Joseph Paquette, Jr. joined his beautiful bride, MaryLou, in heaven.

Born and raised in Westfield, MA, he is survived by his five children; his son, Terry (Laurie), and daughters Susan Bennett (Bobby), Sally Paquette, Gail Spruill, and Laura Batts (Martin). Harvey was blessed with 12 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.

After serving in the Marine Corps during WWII, he began his career as a Massachusetts State trooper. His love of learning and teaching led him to Dale Carnegie, and a lengthy career in sales training. His ability to inspire others was evident in his role as his family’s biggest cheerleader.

Harvey was known for his love of life, music, movies, and his smile.
He was a dedicated rose gardener, a voracious reader and avid foodie.

His most treasured times were spent with his wife and family, whether it be a simple drive in the country with MaryLou, attending a grandchild’s sporting event, dressing up for one of our many parties, sharing a holiday meal or the Annual Watermelon Spit.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to Hospice of Chesapeake, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.

Services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday the 19th of March at Powhatan United Methodist Church in Virginia.


Obituaries

Erica Bolden

Antoinette Diemer

Pauline Dillon White

Juvale Regala

Elaine King

Geraldine Faison

Maxwell Covington, Jr.

Margaret Colt

Willis Sibley

Norma Burtis

Patrick Donithan

Kenneth Nagler

Mary Carr

Carson Ward

Harold Strange, Jr.

Christina Campitelli

Gayle Grismer

John Locklin

Jacqueline Williams

Frances Stokes

Leon Parrish

Elizabeth Mannion

Nancy Sanderson

Harvey Paquette, Jr.