Obituaries
James E. Johnson
Dec 10, 2016
James Edward Johnson, affectionately known as "Jap", was born September 19, 1941 to Lester and Letha Donald Inman Johnson in Lumberton, North Carolina with later relocating to Rocky Mount, North Carolina. James peacefully departed on December 10, 2016 at home surrounded by family after a long battle of illnesses. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers: Lester,...
Deborah Lynn Miller-Martin
Dec 9, 2016
Deborah Lynn Miller-Martin of Shady Side, MD, passed away on December 9, 2016, at the age of 56. Deborah was born on December 1, 1960, in Washington, DC, to Madeline (Meyers) and Donald Miller. She was employed at the USDA as a VisuaI Information Specialist for twenty nine years. She enjoyed playing bingo, going on cruises, wearing leopard prints, listening...
Mary Emma Jenkins
Dec 9, 2016
Mary Emma Jenkins, 91, of Port Charlotte, FL, formerly of Suitland, MD on December 9, 2016. She was the beloved wife of the late Ralph G. Jenkins. She lived and worked in the metro area until 2001 when she moved to Florida. She retired from the 1st Virginia Bank where she was an Administrator.She enjoyed traveling, crocheting, and sewing along...
Wylma Mann Bright
Dec 9, 2016
Wylma Grace Mann Bright (Age 92) On Friday, December 9th, 2016 of Potomac, MD, formerly of Huntingtown, MD. Beloved wife of the late W. Paul Bright; loving mother of Karen Lynn Bright Halverstadt and Kathy Bright Englar; mother-in-law of Thomas S. Englar; grandmother of Paul Thomas and Kevin Dallas Halverstadt; great grandmother of Victoria Lynn Halverstadt. Family will receive friends...
Anna Katherine Brady
Dec 8, 2016
Anna Katherine Brady, passed peacefully at home in Fairfax, Virginia on December 8, 2016. Anna was born in Washington, DC, the eldest daughter of Arthur E. and Dorothea P. (nee Taylor) Fleig. Anna enjoyed reading, and she especially loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Cherished wife of the late Raymond A. Brady; loving mother of Betty A. Hart...
John C. Goodman Sr.
Dec 4, 2016
John C. Goodman, Sr. of Clinton, MD passed on December 4, 2016 at the age of 82. Born in Bertie County, NC, the son of Ella May and John Arthur Goodman. Not long after John’s birth, the family came to Maryland. He graduated from Armstrong High School in Washington, DC. In 1952, John joined the US ARMY. During his tour...
Joanna Martenis Owens
Dec 3, 2016
Joanna Martenis "Jo" Owens, 58, of Huntingtown, MD, passed away on Saturday December 3, 2016 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Elkton, MD, on May 30, 1958 to Kathleen (Welker) and Fred W. Martenis. Jo was a veteran of the United States Army. She was a registered nurse at Calvert Memorial Hospital since 2001....
Catherine I. Jones
Dec 2, 2016
Catherine I. Jones of Upper Marlboro, MD, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2016 at her home, at the age of 88. She was born in Washington, DC, on November 19, 1928 to Dorothy L. (Gray) and Joseph R. Brocato. She was a homemaker and enjoyed shopping, eating and spending time with her family, especially her great-granddaughter - "Be Bop"....
Betty Anne Nesky
Dec 2, 2016
Betty Anne Nesky, 85, of Clinton, MD passed away on December 2, 2016. Betty was born on February 13, 1931 in Vero Beach, Florida to the late “Mac” McAfee and Fannie Sheffield McAfee. Betty was an attentive mother of three boys. Earlier in her life, she thrived in her work as an Administrative Assistant at the former Gibbs Shipyard. She...
Ronald C. Williamson
Dec 2, 2016
Beloved Father, Ronald (Ronnie) Cecil Williamson, 66, of Warsaw, VA, died peacefully on December 2, 2016 at VCU Hospital, Richmond, VA. Born on April 16, 1950 in Washington D.C. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cecil Q. Williamson, and Betty L. Williamson. Ronnie is survived by his Daughters, Jennifer and Bridget Williamson. Siblings, Sherry Pounds (Chuck), and Linda...
Mr. Harold Johnson
Dec 2, 2016
Harold Ray Johnson of Charles County, Maryland, died peacefully on December 2, 2016 at age 77. Born and raised in Mountain City, Tennessee, he led a vibrant life of accomplishment. He spent his early years traveling the country to settle in Charles County, Maryland, and lived a life of service exemplifying values and honor. A United States Marine, he served...
Eloise Catherine Elter
Dec 1, 2016
Eloise C. "Ms. Elly" Elter, 74, of Huntingtown, MD on Thursday December 1, 2016 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Pittsburgh, PA she was a daughter of the late George W. and Mary C. (Heimbacher) Frey. She was married to Leonard J. Elter. They celebrated their 48th anniversary on August 31, 2016. Eloise was the owner...
"Mia" Eugenia Marie Sackett
Dec 1, 2016
Eugenia Marie Sackett, more affectionately known as Mia, was born to Beatrice and James Sackett in |London, England. She suddenly passed away on August 9, 2016 at Inova Fairfax Hospital. She is survived by her son, Peter, oldest brother and sister-in-law James and Paula Sackett of Wellington, FL, brother and sister-in-law- Fred and Paula Sackett of Waldorf, MD sister and...
Bill Ferrence
Nov 30, 2016
William E. Ferrence “Bill”, of Brandywine, MD passed on Nov. 30, 2016. Born in Alvon, West Virginia, the son of Hallie Mae & Russell Ervin Ferrence. Bill’s growing up years were focused in White Sulpher, WV. He graduated high school in 1956. While down the road, a few farms away lived Gertie Ramsey. Their courtship led to an eventual marriage...
Mr. Howard E. Ogg Jr.
Nov 30, 2016
Full obituary will follow in The Maryland Independent. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mr. Howard E. Ogg Jr. please visit our Sympathy Store.
Whynona Jane Ritter
Nov 30, 2016
Whynona J. "Jane" Ritter, 73 formerly of Elkridge, MD on Wednesday November 30, 2016 in Charlotte Hall, MD. Born in LaPlata, MD she was a daughter of the late Charles B. and Edith W. (Harwell) Howell. She was married to the late Leo David Ritter Jr.. Prior to her retirement she was an office manager in a Law Office. She...
Dorothy Elaine Bennett
Nov 29, 2016
Dorothy Elaine Bennett, of Oxon Hill, MD died on November 29, 2016. Beloved wife of James N. Bennett, Jr;; Loving mother of Donna B. Pirner; Dear sister of Linda Lee Cumbow and William J. Bartz, Jr.; Grandmother of Erin Lee Woodhurst and Shannon Jean Woodhurst; Aunt of Erica Lee Cumbow, Susan Lee Proels and William J. Bartz, III. Expressions of...
Mr. William De'Berry Tracy
Nov 28, 2016
Mr. Tracy is survived by his sons, William D. (Hester) & Timothy N. (Natalie) Tracy, grandchildren and many friends and family. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mr. William De'Berry Tracy please visit our Sympathy Store.
Arlene M. Bland
Nov 28, 2016
Arlene M. Bland, of Upper Marlboro, MD passed suddenly on November 28, 2016 at the age of 73. Born in Washington, DC on July 18, 1943, Arlene was the youngest daughter of the late Margaret and Clarence Bland. Born with special needs, Arlene grew up in various residential group homes. Arlene resided in a residential group home in Upper Marlboro...
Myrtle V. Pessagno
Nov 27, 2016
Myrtle Virginia Sullivan Pessagno, daughter of Chancellor “Shake” and Evelyn “Mimmy” Sullivan, and widow of Elwood Pessagno, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, November 27, 2016. She is survived by her three daughters, Bobbie Wrenn, Margie Bednarik, and Mary “Pug” Jones, her six Grandchildren, eight Great-Grandchildren, and one Great-Great Grandchild. Myrtle was born and raised in Anacostia, Washington, D.C., and...
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