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Helen R. Stecher, 82, a resident of Davidsonville, MD for forty years, died on Monday, October 18 at the Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, MD. Born on April 6, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Dr. William G. and Ethel L. Ryon, Helen is survived by her husband of 63 years, Joseph L. Stecher III; her daughters, Dawn Tillini of North Beach, MD, Sharon Stecher of Davidsonville, MD and Michelle Smiroldo of Crofton, MD; her brother, William G. Ryon of Delaware; her grandchildren, Moses, Paul, Sam, Geena and Maria Smiroldo, Danielle Stecher, Regina Davis, Nichole Fitzhugh, Megan and Michael Tillini and four great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Helen's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Friday, October 22 from 11 am until her funeral service begins at 12 noon. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church Cemetery in West River, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org.  Online condolences may be offered using the Memory Wall tab above.

                                       The Life & Legacy - Remembering Afrika

A beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend, Afrika Mosi Uwimana Smith left this world, surrounded by family and friends at 4:40 p.m. on October 18, 2021.

Afrika fought a lengthy and courageous battle with colon cancer that ultimately took her life. 

She was born to Maisha (Serena) Evans & Barrington Aaron Smith on April 27, 1981 in Hopewell, Virginia.  Named after The Mother Land (Afrika) who is the First Born (Mosi) and the Daughter of the Most High God (Uwimana). 

Afrika attended Ujamaa Shule (School) up to the 8th grade.  During her time at Ujamaa, she was a dedicated participant in the Onipa Abusia's sixth Ye Goro Bra Rites of Passage for young girls on July 31,1994; she was in a class of 17 girls who bonded and shared a momentous experience of Akan culture and education.  Afrika attended School Without Walls High School (HS) and graduated with her HS degree in 1998.

Afrika, a natural nurturer, always aspired to be a nurse.  She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus in 2019.  She aspired to change the Medical Field and bridge the gap between genuine compassion and efficiency.  Afrika spent 12 years with Capital Women’s Care where she began as an OB-GYN Certified Medical Assistant and prior to her departure was a Clinical Supervisor/Capital Women’s Care Divisional Electronic Medical Records Representative.  She departed Capital Women’s Care for a Radiology Technical Assistant position at John Hopkins University Hospital and remained with John Hopkins until her terminal illness .  Afrika touched many souls and was an everlasting influence on each patient she came into contact with.  She was highly respected and adored by doctors, managers, and coworkers alike.  

 

Afrika was blessed with a loving daughter Kiaya Ferreira and expecting her first granddaughter in late January 2022.

 

She leaves to cherish her memories, her daughter (mentioned above).  Her Parents, Maisha (DeWayne) and Barrington (Jackie).  Her bonus Mother, Mercedes Ferreira.  Her bonus Daughter, Makinzie.  Her younger Brothers, Jelani Smith, Jahbari Smith (Tay), Asher Smith, Seth Smith, and Dimas Drullard.  Her Sisters, Tay Smith (Jahbari), Nakiia McLaurin (Sean) and Eleasah Banks (Dale).  Her Aunties, Audrey (Garfield), Julia, and Ria.  Her Uncles Anthony (Carol), Jesse III (Betsy), Larry (Reiko), Sean, and Jordan.  Her Cousins, who were all raised as brothers and sisters, Jay, Tammy, Toshie (Teon), and Javed (Courtney).  Her Cousins, Lindsay, Jason, Danielle, Jordan, Jaylen, and Jeremy.  Her Nieces, Sanaa, Teigan, Kiersten, and Dillyn.  And a host of loving family members and friends.

 

She was preceded in death by her Paternal Grandparents Edson and Estry.  Her Maternal Grandparents, Jesse and Della.  Her Aunt Pamela.  Her Uncle Anthony “Kat” Smith.  Her Brother Miguel Drullard.

 

Together Afrika and Gil “Wood” Freeman Jr. shared many years of a loving relationship.

 

“A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.”

Mother Afri like no other...


Friends are invited to Afrika's Celebration of Life at 10AM until the start of the service at 11AM on Friday, October 29, 2021 at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment will be held at Cedar Hill Cemetery immediately following the service. 

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Beloved son, brother, uncle, and the unofficial “Mayor of Annapolis”, Johnson “Jay” R. Waite, Jr. was called home on October 16, 2021, at the age of 39, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor his legacy.

Born to Johnson and Mary Jo, Jay began leaving his indelible mark on the world on April 20, 1982.  He completed the family as the only son and would forever retain the title of “little JR”, no matter how much bigger and taller he grew than everyone else.  His stature was large to accommodate his enormous heart and the love he had for everyone he met.    

A friend to all, Jay would often be found chatting up someone everywhere he went.  He took great joy in discussing absolutely anything with anybody, remembering specifics of their life down to the smallest detail, especially if the conversation was about Back to the Future, the Titanic or Baltimore sports.  The Orioles indeed lost their biggest fan (and sometimes harshest critic) and his trivia teams lost the greatest sports historian, for no mind but Jay’s could tell you what the score of a game was from a decade ago.

A graduate of the University of Maryland, University College, Jay went on to fill many roles, but enjoyed his time working at Tessemae’s the most – he loved the banter and camaraderie with co-workers that filled his day with joy.

Jay delighted in his family, especially in his role as uncle – both officially and unofficially.  He loved sailing and going to ball games with his family.  He enjoyed playing the drums and was most recently learning to play the guitar.  Chuckling while discussing quirky TV plot ideas, alternative outcomes to baseball games, and what he’d do if he was the manager were among his other favorite pastimes.  

One of Jay’s biggest passions was airplanes and, from an early age, he aspired to be a pilot.  He may never have helmed a plane, but he flew as often as he could – and checked a bag, every time.  Two of his favorite destinations were Germany, as part of a student exchange program and the Field of Dreams – where he got to walk out of the corn and live his dream to get “a taste of the majors.”

Perhaps his greatest love, aside from his family, was for his cars, most especially, his prized DeLorean.  His stated goal from the age of 5 was to one day have his own.  After he became sick, his parents were determined to make that dream come true.  He loved taking it for a ride around town and returning home and talking about all the people that stared and waved.

Jay dreamed of beating cancer and driving his DeLorean into Camden Yards in celebration.  He may not have been able to do that in the physical sense, but that’s okay because “where we’re going, we don’t need roads.” 

Ultimately, it was Jay’s love for Jesus and the joy of his Catholic faith that carried him through his courageous battle, taking him straight into the loving arms of Jesus.

Jay is survived by his parents; sisters, Kim Niggel (Tim), Stephanie Waite (Michael Heitmann), and Tricia Cauley (Bill); nieces and nephews, Courtney, Tyler, Liam, Noelle, Henry, Oliver, and Sam;  and numerous loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Friends are invited to celebrate Jay’s life with his family on Friday, October 22 from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD.  Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, October 23 at St. Mary’s Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jay’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Tragically, Savvas Andreas Pantelides passed away on October 16, 2021 at the age of 31. He was born and raised in Annapolis, MD, and attended Annapolis Area Christian School and later Annapolis High School. He graduated from Free State ChalleNGe Academy in Aberdeen, MD.
A life-long member of Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, Savvas loved the Lord and took great pride in his Greek heritage. His upbringing in the church and Christian school instilled in him a knowledge and belief in Scripture, much of which he memorized and often recited. 
Savvas was a songwriter, lyricist, rapper, and poet. Godsend, Savvas’ published book of poetry, captured his ability to blend his spiritual walk with his musical talent. His poems spoke to his ability to persevere over challenges and his hope for a brighter future. Savvas wrote, directed, and starred in his own music videos and released two albums, Bad Influence and Google My Name under the stage name King Savvas P. Some of the songs were recorded with his sister, Aspacia. 
He had a passion for life, love for family, and dreams about his own future. He was a beautiful child of God, quick to share in a moment of humor, reminisce about the past, and discuss his own struggles and successes. He was known for his beautiful smile, his quick wit, and his larger-than-life personality. He could fill the room with not only his physical presence, but his laughter and stories as well. Savvas will be dearly missed.
Savvas was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Savvas and Magdalene Pantelides; his maternal grandparents, Alexander and Aspacia Vlangas and his paternal uncle, Nick Pantelides. He is survived by his father, Andre Pantelides (Jenny Clagett), his mother, Georgan (Mark) Flavell and his sisters, Magdalene, Aspacia and Alexandra as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. Funeral service will be held at Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Rd., Annapolis, MD 21401 on Thursday, October 21 at 10 am. Interment will follow at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Cemetery in Annapolis.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ss. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church or The Free State ChalleNGe Academy, Bldg. E4230, Beal Rd. APG EA. Gunpowder, MD 21010.
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Lawrence David Bohan, M.D., of Annapolis, MD, died peacefully at home on Friday, October 15, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. Born on July 7, 1936 in Boston, MA to the late John J. and Grace Hennessy Bohan, Larry was a graduate of Boston Latin School, Boston College and Tufts University Medical School. He began his medical and Naval career in 1962 with an internship at Chelsea Naval Hospital in Boston. His marriage to Joyce Kennerly took place the same year. Twenty years later, Larry retired as a Navy Captain and Chief of Nephrology at Bethesda Naval Hospital, now Walter Reed. He then joined the staff at Memorial Hospital in Easton, MD as an internist and Chief of Nephrology. Well respected by his patients and colleagues, Larry enjoyed 41 years of serving his patients and the medical community. In 2003, retired a second time, he savored many summers at his home in Oxford, MD and winters in Vero Beach, FL. Of importance to Larry, even in retirement, was the continuation of his medical education and keeping current with developments in the field of medicine. Endowed with a curious mind and generous spirit, Larry read widely and shared with friends and family his interesting discoveries and reading recommendations. Many of these communications were laced with his special, insightful brand of humor.  Larry was a friend and mentor to many in his medical circle and to his children and their families and friends. He possessed a singular capacity to make others feel valued and supported. He was a devoted husband, brother, father and grandfather. Larry is survived by his wife of 59 years, Joyce Bohan; his children, Larry Bohan, Jr. of Monument, CO, Margot (Edward) Cyr of St.Victor la Coste, FR, Tim (Nancy Kelly) Bohan of San Francisco, CA and David (Desiree Hupy) Bohan of New Orleans, LA; his brother, John Bohan, Jr., of Weymouth, MA; his brother in law, Frank Weeks of Contoocook, NH; his grandchildren, Patrick, Joseph and Louise and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Dr. Patricia Weeks, Janice Dawley and Eugene Bohan. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Tuesday, October 26 at 11am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD 21035. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Larry’s honor be made to S.O.M.E., Boston Latin School, or Holy Family Catholic Church. Condolences may be left for the family by signing the guest book at the Memory Wall tab on this page.



Joseph Paul Lewandowski, 75, passed away October 14 , 2021 at his home in Davidsonville, MD after a long battle with ALS.  He was the loving husband of 32 years to Janis Kramer; dedicated stepfather to Lynn Kramer and Andrew Kramer (Jean); Grandpa Joe to Rachel, Ashley and Ethan; devoted uncle to Anne Rossbach (Tom), Kathie Richardson (Jeff), Mary Stylc (Greg), Jean Mack (Michael) and Margaret Dorsey (Kevin).  He is also survived by 5 grand nieces, 3 grand nephews, 1 great-grand niece, 2 great-grand nephews and many friends and neighbors.
Joe was born on June 29, 1946 to the late Thaddeus and Anna (Kemp) Lewandowski in Locust Point, MD. He graduated from Our Lady of Good Counsel Elementary School in 1960, Mt. St. Joseph High School in 1964 and the University of Maryland with a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering in 1968.  Joe played CYO basketball and soccer for Our Lady of Good Counsel.  He enjoyed skiing, tennis, golf, working in his woodshop, setting up his annual Christmas train garden and walking the mall and his neighborhood. 
Joe worked for the Maryland State Department of Natural Resources as Chief Of Enforcement, Water Resources Administration and for Allied Chemical.  He was an Environmental Consultant and Manager with Environmental Resources
Management.
In addition to his parents, Joe was predeceased by his brothers, John and Robert Lewandowski.
All services will be private.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Hospice of the Chesapeake or the charity of your choice. 
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Steven Ellis Steinberg (Steve) was born in Baltimore, MD, where he grew up. He earned a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of South Florida, then returned to the mid-Atlantic region to study Physical Therapy at Howard University. Steve met his wife, Pamela, while working as a Physical Therapist in Maryland. When they married, Steve became stepfather to Pamela’s then-teenaged daughter, Liz.

In his work and at home, Steve dedicated himself to caring for others. He was a skilled therapist and healer whose mild-mannered sweetness was peppered with a sharp sense of humor and a fierce protective streak. He loved cats, music, home improvement shows, Italian rainbow cake, the "Puke and Snot" show at the Maryland Renaissance Festival, and showing off his encyclopedic knowledge of cars. Steve struggled with chronic illness for years without losing hope or verve. Up until the time when he could no longer live at home, he took great pride in making coffee for his wife every morning and fixing things around the house. Even in the final months of his illness, he looked for ways to support and connect with others.

Steve is survived by his wife, Pamela Sabatiuk, and their two cats, Fluffy and Joey; by his step-daughter, Liz, son-in-law, Ruben, and two grandchildren, Lorenzo and Rafael; and by his three siblings, Stuart Steinberg, Martin Steinberg, and Linda Snyder. May his memory be a blessing, and may he fly free.

Claire Cassidy Dondero, 90, of Annapolis, MD, passed away on October 13, 2021.  Born on August 12, 1931 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Joseph F. and Ella Minihan Cassidy, Claire and her family moved to Washington, D.C. where she graduated from the St. Cecelia Academy in 1949. That same year, at a dance at St. Martin of Tours parish, Claire met the love of her life, Ray Dondero, whom she married on June 13, 1953. Claire earned an Associate Degree from Immaculata College in Washington, DC and was a member of the Gamma Theta Mu sorority. After graduating, she served for forty years in several positions with the U.S. Department of State and the Small Business Administration. In 1978, she was honored with the Distinguished Service Award, the highest award presented by the Small Business Administration. She was a kind, loving and caring friend to many and served as a Eucharistic Minister at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Annapolis. In her spare time, Claire enjoyed playing bridge with the “Bridge Broads” and was often found rolling the bones in a game of Bunco. She loved her time at the beaches in Rehoboth Beach, DE, Ocean City, MD and Kauai, HI. In addition to her parents and husband, Claire was preceded in death by her faithful friend, Harry Dondero and her sister-in-law, Angela Dondero Enright. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon M. Dondero of Washington, DC; her caregiver and dear friend, Mildred “Millie” Gibson of Annapolis, MD; her sisters-in-law, Pauline (Melvin) Dondero Ventura of Kauai, HI and Marie (Daniel) Dondero Clement of Cheverly, MD and 17 nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Friday, October 22 at 9:00 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD. Inurnment is private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, 1815 Bay Ridge Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403 (aacspca.org) or the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, 6 Herndon Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403 (www.cbf.org).

Cynthia Eloise Yoko 

June 28, 1991 – October 12, 2021

Born at home in Piscataway Maryland, Cynthia was the 8th of 9 children born to Christopher and Elizabeth Parker.  The 6th of 7 daughters, she was a bold and creative child with a vivid imagination and flair for costuming.  Homeschooled through 8th grade she graduated from Grace Brethren Christian School in 2009.  She then studied Fashion Merchandising at Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts in Richmond, graduating with a BA in 2013.  During her time in college she spent a semester abroad in London at The University of Westminster. Achieving her goal of working in the fashion industry, she became the regional manager of four Current consignment boutiques in the DC area. 

Navigating a chronic illness imbued Cynthia with a peace and self-knowledge that belied her 30 years. This was only possible because she was filled with grace and strength from her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Cynthia, our favorite cynic, often wielded a powerful eye roll and knowing smirk, possessed the rare combination of bold honesty and loving acceptance. Fiercely independent, she had an adventurous spirit and loved to travel. Still, she was deeply grounded and closely connected to family and loved ones. She was a trusted confidant and friend of each of her siblings, and many others. Her individualized attention and appreciation for each of her nieces and nephews made her an especially beloved aunt. 

Cynthia is survived by her parents, Chris and Beth Parker, her siblings Evelyn Moltumyr (Jon), Edelen Parker, Mary Lastowski (Kenny), Joe Parker (Kristi), Ella Niles (Nick), Virginia Rock (Mike), Janice Fine (Michael), Patricia Yalung (Jered), and 25 nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that you donate blood if you are able, or make a contribution to Samaritan’s Purse.

www.samaritanspurse.org

www.redcrossblood.org/give


Graydon S. McKee, III, retired Chief Judge Seventh Judicial Circuit (Calvert, Charles, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s counties), passed away October 11, 2021 in Annapolis, MD.  The son of Dr. Graydon S. and Nina L. McKee, he was born November 8, 1937 in New Brighton, PA.  He spent his early years in western Pennsylvania, graduating from Claysville High School in 1955 and Baldwin Wallace College in Berea, OH in 1960.  He was a member of the wrestling team and student manager of the college radio station (WBWC).  Upon graduation from college, he entered active duty in the United States Marine Corps Officer’s School, having enlisted in the reserves while a senior in high school.  While on a USMC leave program he attended and graduated (1967) from the University of Maryland School of Law with a Juris Doctorate and in his last year he served as president of the student body.  Upon graduation he served as law clerk to Judge William Bowie, Circuit Court for Prince George’s County.  From 1968 to November 1977, he practiced law in Upper Marlboro.  During this time he served on the County Board of Education and as substitute Master for Juvenile Cases.  In November 1977, he was appointed a Judge of the District Court of Maryland.  Upon his appointment to the court, Judge McKee retired from the Marine Corps with 22 years of active and reserve duty.  In 1989 he was elected to the Circuit Court where he served until his retirement in November 2007.  While on the bench he served as the District Court Administrative Judge and later Circuit Administrative Judge, retiring as the Chief Judge of the Seventh Judicial Court.  After retirement he served as a Senior Judge.  During his years on the bench he also served as adjunct professor at Chesapeake College, Prince George’s College, Florida Institute of Technology and University of Maryland University College.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Ellen Davis McKee; two sons, Graydon Scott (Molly Delaney) of Cummings, GA and Gregory Samuel (Rebecca Mitch) of Annapolis, and four grandsons.
Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Monday, October 18 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomon’s Island Road, Edgewater.  While funeral services and burial will be private, a public memorial service for all who are interested in attending will be held at a later date.  


Susan Marie Kimball – Sue – passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021 in the company of her dear friends.  Sue is the daughter of James and Ruth Kimball, who preceded her in death.  Sue was born on February 25, 1954 and grew up in Fort Washington, Maryland.  She attended Fort Foote Elementary, Oxon Hill High School, and went on to receive her Bachelor of Science degree from Salisbury State College in May 1977.  

Sue worked for 27 years as a Physical Education teacher for Arlington County Public Schools at George Washington Middle School, Thomas Jefferson/Swanson Middle School, Oakridge/Randolph Elementary School and Hoffman Boston Elementary School.  In addition to teaching children, Sue was a CPR instructor for INOVA Hospital System and taught aerobics classes.  After retiring from Arlington County Public Schools, Sue worked part-time for St. Louis Catholic School in Alexandria, Virginia as a teacher for the after school child care program.

While Sue didn’t have biological children of her own, she had many very special children in her life.  Sue dedicated her entire life to teaching and caring for children.  Sue made sure that every child she encountered knew they were important and loved. In addition to her students, Sue had many children in her life that considered her a member of their family.  Sue was always there to cheer on “her children” – at baseball games, dance recitals, soccer games, theatre performances, band concerts, swim meets, etc. Sue made every effort to attend Baptisms, First Communions, Confirmations, birthday parties, graduations, and weddings.  She was known for delivering homemade birthday treats and care packages to her kids containing their favorite treats and special gifts.  Sue unconditionally loved “her children” and they always knew they could count on her.  She will be dearly missed by the many children, some now adults, she considered to be her family.

Sue loved life and loved people.  She lived life to the fullest.  One of her fondest life memories was attending the 1980 winter Olympics in Lake Placid and 1984 summer Olympics in LA. Sue’s favorite place was the beach.  She fondly remembered beach vacations with her family to Bethany Beach. As an adult, she continued summer beach vacations with friends.  Sue was happiest wearing flip flops and a Life is Good T-shirt.  

Friends are invited to Susan's Life Celebration from 10 a.m. until the start of the service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the KALAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 6160 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745. Interment will be private at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider honoring Sue’s memory by making a donation to Alice’s Kids.  Learn more about the work of Alice’s Kids here: <a href="https://aliceskids.org/">AliceKids.org</a>  To make a donation in memory of Sue, follow this link to the donation page: <a href="https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=01ac8cc3-3076-47a9-a60d-4f9ce5ade329">click here</a>


Graveside service will be held at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, 3401 Bladensburg Rd., Brentwood, MD on Monday, October 18 at 11 am. Condolences may be made by using the tab on this page.

Roy Wallace Lewis was born on July 23, 1944 to the late Floyd and Rosa Lewis of Drewryville, Virginia.

Roy completed his high school education and joined the military shortly thereafter. He served 22 years in the United States Army and retired with honors.

Roy dedicated his life to Jesus Christ at an early age at Pleasant Shade Baptist Church in Franklin Virginia. He moved to Maryland and continued to serve the Lord.

He was a member of Saint Mark AME Church of Oxon Hill, MD and later joined Young’s Memorial Church of Christ in Washington DC.
He was a member of King Solomon Lodge #7 working under St. John Grand Lodge, A.F. & A. M., Washington, DC.

Roy was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan.  He loved playing cards (a trash talker), driving, singing, and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of multiple gospel groups.

He always like nice things and took great pride in his appearance. Roy was a cheerful giver.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents (Floyd and Rosa Lewis) and 3 brothers (George L. “John-T” Lewis, William L. “Wimp” Lewis and Johnny L. “Skinny” Lewis).

Survived by his devoted sister Eliza (aka Sister) Lewis, three daughters, Lolethia Jones, Marsha Chapman, Monica Jones, seven grandchildren, a host of great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Special thanks to his devoted niece Charlene Moore, loving friends Joe Gaskin, Debra Porter, Rhondy Wardell, Rosevelt Morris and the staff at Morningside of Saint Charles.

If tears could build a stairway and memories were a land, we will walk right up to heaven and bring you back again. Our hearts still ache in sadness and secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose you, no one will never know. I am glad I got to say goodbye, before God called you home.

Love Always,
Your Sister

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Rodney's life on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Rodney will then be taken to his hometown to Ohio for services and burial.

Daniel J. Pironto, Sr., 80, a resident of Edgewater, MD for forty-five years, died on Friday, October 8 at his home. Born on November 25, 1940 in Stamford, CT to the late Daniel A. and Josephine Pironto, Daniel was a union printer at the Washington Post for many years. He loved his family and enjoyed working in his yard and horse racing.  Daniel was the beloved husband for 61 years of Carol S. Pironto; father of Carol Ann Hall, Anthony and Daniel J. Pironto, Jr.; brother of Danielle A. Pironto and grandfather of John W. Hall, III and Jesse A. Ward. We all love you and will always miss you. Condolences may be made by using the tab on this page.

On Thursday, October 7, 2021; the beloved husband of Nancy Lee Wooster; father of Dirk F. (Rachel) Wooster and Alicia Lynn Wooster; grandfather of Kristina Lynn Niceley and Colton Caleb Wooster; great- grandfather of Tristan Michael and Tegan Noelle Niceley; uncle of Elizabeth Wooster and David Lee (Carlyn) Wooster. He is also survived by many other relatives and friends. 

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Willow Dale Cemetery, 30 Hedgehog Lane
Bradford, PA 16701.

Nancy M. Roberts, 76, a 30-year resident of Harrisburg and previously Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on October 7, 2021 at the home of her daughter, Susan Degen, in Edgewater, MD.  Born on May 11, 1945 in Keene, NH to the late Robert and Janet Morrison, Nancy began her undergraduate studies at Bucknell University then completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at the University of Pittsburgh.  Nancy was a career civil servant with the State of Pennsylvania culminating her career as the Director of Technology. Nancy was a member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral in Harrisburg, PA.  She enjoyed playing tennis; her greatest joy though came from spending time with her family and friends, and especially her dog, Nicky.

In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her brother, Peter Whitcomb.  She is survived by three children,, Spencer Roberts of Fairfax, VA, Susan Degen of Edgewater, MD  and Michael Roberts of Detroit, MI; and six grandchildren, Hannah Degen, Michael Roberts, Madison Degen, Liam Roberts, Chloe Roberts and Spencer Roberts IV.
 
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 5 at St. Stephens Episcopal Cathedral, 221 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA.  Nancy’s remains will be taken to Laconia, NH where she will be buried next to her parents and brother.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the V Foundation for Cancer Research, 14600 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27516 <a href="https://www.v.org/ways-to-give/honor-memorial-gifts/">Donate Here</a> or the Humane Society of the Harrisburg Area, 7790 Grayson Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111 <a href="https://humanesocietyhbg.org/get-involved/donate/in-memory/">Online Here</a>

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All services for Helen C. Allen, who passed away on October 5, 2021, will be private.  You are welcome to offer a condolence or tribute by accessing the Memory Wall tab at the top of this page.


Joan Lampshire died 4 October 2021, age 79. Born in Southbridge, Massachusetts the daughter of Frances (Mal) and Mary (nee Bousquet) Malboeuf, she is survived by her husband of 37 years, Geoffrey, a younger sister, Lois, a son Frederick, and 5 grandchildren. A daughter, Elizabeth, predeceased her.
She struggled for 6-7 years against Progressive Supranuclear Palsey (PSP). Joan had a varied and rewarding life. After graduating from Nasson college, Springvale Maine with a BA, she taught in secondary school for a number of years. She frequently talked about the students she had. She then followed a 30 year career as a real estate broker. She talked about the customers she had there too.
While residing in Riva for 22 years, she participated in community activities. She particularly enjoyed New Annapolitans , multiple book clubs, canasta and as one of the authors fund raising for New Annapolitans publishing “Comings and Goings.” A cook book that was so popular it resulted in multiple print runs.
Like many wives whose husband races sail boats, she developed a love of the water aboard a sailboat. This also led to an active participation at AYC.
A gathering will be held at Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Road in Edgewater, 22 October 1500 – 1700 hrs. In lieu of flowers, contributions are encouraged to CUREPSP at CUREPSP.org.  


Obituaries

Shirley Dearing

Gloria Walton

Helen Stecher

Afrika Smith

Justin Helms

Johnson Waite

Savvas Pantelides

Henry Troxler

Lawrence Bohan

Joseph Lewandowski

Steven Steinberg

Claire Dondero

Cynthia Parker

Graydon McKee

Susan Kimball

Mary Holt

Roy Lewis

Rodney Miller

Daniel Pironto, Sr.

John Wooster

Nancy Roberts

Mary Vakas

Helen Allen

Joan Lampshire