Obituaries

Nov 13, 2023

James “Jim” Maher died November 13, 2023, in his home after a long and courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis.

When he was young, he said he wanted people to drink and have a good time on top of his coffin. While we cannot condone that, we do invite you to attend a viewing and celebration of life...

Nov 11, 2023

Helen June Webb (“June”), 81, of Greenbelt, MD, passed away on Nov. 11, 2023 following a long decline.

The second child and oldest daughter of Helen and John McArthur, she was born Dec. 1, 1941 and raised in Arlington, VA. She was a member of Arlington’s Wakefield High School’s class of 1959, and then studied Education at...

Nov 9, 2023

Elizabeth Barclay Hubley, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and cherished member of her community, passed away on November 9th, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, compassion, and a profound love for life.

Born to Reverend Thomas Pinkney Carriger and Ethel Irene Dicks on February 19, 1943, Elizabeth spent her formative years in Tennessee. Driven by a thirst...

Nov 8, 2023

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Tsion Debbas, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who left us peacefully at the age of 71.

Tsion was a cherished figure in our lives, known for her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering love for her family, friends, and community. She dedicated her life to nurturing and caring...

Nov 4, 2023

Constance (Connie) Jane Freeman (7/3/1945 – 11/3/2023) was born during a thunderstorm on July 3, 1945, in Washington DC, where her father was on assignment with the Marine Corp after being shot in the South Pacific.

She grew up in Minneapolis and attended her first two years of high school at the University of Minnesota’s Laboratory School....

Oct 26, 2023

Elmo is survived by his long-term companion, Lois Hamilton. He is also survived by his son David, and wife Susan; and son Daniel, and wife Crystal. Elmo and his late wife, Emma, are now finally reunited in Heaven. He has three surviving grandsons, Matt, and wife Tracy; Andrew, and wife Jaime; and Jason, and wife Katelin; as well as...

Oct 24, 2023

Helen Conway Weiss born in Baltimore, MD on August 25, 1921 passed away on October 24, 203.  Her parents were Irish immigrants and she was blessed with three sisters and one brother. She grew up in Baltimore and after graduation from Seton High School she went to work for the State of Maryland.

In 1947 she met...

Oct 22, 2023

Norma Grant was born on June 30, 1937, in Caparo, Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies, to Thomas Albert Grant and Nora Juliana Charles. She entered into glory with the Lord on October 22, 2023.

In 1977, Norma journeyed to the United States. During the early 80’s, she returned to Trinidad to care for her mother, who became...

Oct 21, 2023

In Loving Memory of Jason Jermaine George Shaw Jason Jermaine George Shaw, born on Friday, January 15, 1988, in Silver Spring, Maryland departed this life on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at the tender age of 35. While his time with us was tragically cut short, his memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew...

Oct 20, 2023

Mary Lorraine Mapes, born November 21, 1958, in Fort Meade, MD, passed away peacefully in her home on October 20, 2023.

Born into a military family, Mary spent much of her childhood traveling the United States and Europe, early experiences which fostered her characteristic appreciation and acceptance of the differences in other people and cultures.

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Oct 15, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Elaine Annie Thornton. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Oct 6, 2023

Debra Lee (Sponsler) Hixon; died on October 6, 2023 at White Oak Medical Center, Silver Spring, Maryland. She is survived by her husband, Darl L. Hixon of Beltsville, Maryland, many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by two brothers, Richard Sponsler of Wadsworth, Ohio and Kenneth Sponsler of Everett, Pennsylvania and one sister, Judith (Sponsler) Sherman of...

Oct 3, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Daniel Alexander Sanabria. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Oct 3, 2023

On Tuesday, October 3, 2023, William Earl Mitchell, (aka Bill, Willie & Mitch) age 82, of Severn MD, went to be with his Lord and Savior. He was surrounded by his family at the Dove House in Westminster. He was born on December 19, 1940, in Wellington TX, to the late James Edwin Mitchell and Lenora Mae Mitchell. Bill...

Oct 3, 2023

Loretta Cummings Deaton, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister died of cancer on October 3rd 2023 at the age of 85. She is survived by her cherished and devoted husband of 19 years, Ion Deaton. She is also survived by her eight children, Terry Cummings (Dave Hoerauf), Jim Cummings (Kim), Pat Cummings (Sue), Mike Cummings (Mary-Lou), Cathy Buttner,...

Sep 30, 2023

Charles "Chuck" Walker, 68, of Beltsville, MD, passed away on Sept 30, 2023, at home with his family.

Chuck was born on July 23, 1955, in Lenoir, NC, to William "Buddy" Walker and Pearl Ann Walker (nee Grist). He has one younger brother, Chris. Through his childhood, Chuck and his family split their time between NC and...

Sep 26, 2023

Alvin Franklin Jenkins – went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at the age of 82. He is survived by his dedicated wife Pam Jenkins (of Beltsville, MD), his two sons - A.J. Jenkins and wife Angela (of Byhalia, MS) and Callie Jenkins and wife Stacy (of Boca Raton, FL) and his two beautiful grandchildren...

Sep 25, 2023

Beverly T. Minor of Silver Spring, MD, the widow of Richard E. Minor, passed away on September 25, 2023. Beverly was the daughter of John S. King and Thelma A. (nee Tyson) of Takoma Park, MD. She was the granddaughter of William J.G. and Iola Angeline (nee Livezey) King of Philadelphia, PA, and Harry B. and Rosa F. (nee...

Sep 24, 2023

Dorothy King beloved wife of the late Richard E. King, loving mother of Janet L. King, Richard E. (Dawn) King, Jr. and Cynthia L. (Raymond Karpal) King; cherished grandmother of Michael Miller, Jr., Jonathan Edward Nevitt, Heather Fure, Matthew King, Eric King, Joshua King and Meghan King; great-grandmother of Ella Miller, Madelyn Miller, Matthew Jr., Emily King, Sabrina King,...

Sep 20, 2023

William (Bill) Frank Youhouse of Hyattsville, MD, was a loving and faithful son, husband, father; grandfather, brother, friend and United States Veteran. He passed away at the age of 87 years old, peacefully and, surrounded by family, on September 20, 2023 at Casey House, a wonderful caring hospice facility in Montgomery County, Maryland.

Bill was born on...