Jun 14, 2023

The family of Charles Ray Blankenbaker is sad to announce he passed away surrounded by loved ones on June 14, 2023, at 63 years old. Charlie was born on Jan 19, 1960, to Mary Alice Draper, the late Frederick Jennings Blankenbaker, Sr. He was preceded in death by his brother Frederick Jennings Blankenbaker, Jr. and stepfather Eugene Davis.

Charlie grew...

Jun 13, 2023

Debra (Debbie) Ann Russell, beloved mother and wife, passed away on June 13, 2023 at the age of 68. Her passing was sudden and unexpected, but her spirit will be remembered in all the memories she leaves behind.Debbie was born December 22, 1954 in Washington DC to Robert L. and Rita L. Gooslin. Once the family settled in Clinton, she...

Jun 12, 2023

Iola Cromwell Smalls, 75, of Fort Washington, MD passed away June 12, 2023. Iola was born February 26, 1948 in Charleston, SC to parents Delia Gaillard Cromwell and Willie Cromwell. She worked as a clerk for the federal government for 36 years until her retirement in April 2006. Iola recieved an Associates Degree from Trident Technical College in South Carolina.In addition...

Jun 12, 2023

 

On Monday June 12, 2023 at Southern Maryland Hospital Center, God whispered our beautiful angel LaVerne home.

LaVerne Hazel Dodson (Vern) was born on April 26, 1951 in Washington, DC to the late Andrew A. Davis and Margaret D. Cooper. LaVerne received her education within the Charlotte North Carolina Public School System and graduated from West Charlotte Senior High School in...

Jun 12, 2023

 

Our sweet, funny, and beloved mom, Mary M. Reilly, passed away at home on June 12, 2023 at theage of 98. She will be missed terribly but her family is grateful for her long and healthy life. She lovedher family and church and was devoted to the Virgin Mary. She prayed the rosary twice a day in recentyears. She...

Jun 10, 2023

Adrian Johnson, a dedicated law enforcement officer, passed away on June 10th, 2023 in Clinton, MD at the age of 49. Born on November 23rd, 1973, Adrian had a passion for serving his community from a young age. This led him to pursue a career in law enforcement, where he could make a positive impact on the lives of those...

Jun 10, 2023

Michael Thomas McNiff, 54, of Huntingtown, Maryland, passed peacefully into heaven at Georgetown University Hospital on Saturday, June 10, 2023, after suffering a hemhorragic stroke.

 

Michael was born on Wednesday, 3/26/1969 at 3:26 a.m. at the United States Naval Hospital in Annapolis, Maryland, to Barrie Elizabeth and Kevin Edward McNiff. Michael was born with an entrepreneurial, adventurous, and giving...

Jun 10, 2023

John Jeffrey Wyvill

January 9, 1955 - June 10, 2023

Suddenly on June 10, 2023, of Rose Haven, MD and formally of Upper Marlboro, MD Jeff left us.  He was the beloved son of the late George and Norma Wyvill of Upper Marlboro.

Grandson of the late George A. and Beatrice Wyvill and Vincent and Mamie Ryon.  He was a...

Jun 9, 2023

 

Alan Leigh Perry passed away on June 9, 2023, in Washington, DC. He was 79 years old.He was born on March 21, 1944, in Washington, DC to the late Charles B. Perry, Sr. and Edith T.Perry. Alan attended Neval Thomas Elementary and Taft Junior High Schools and graduatedfrom McKinley Technical High School in 1962.Alan served in the US Navy...

Jun 7, 2023

 

Mr. Venerando Dinglasa, 68, of the Philippines, passed away June 7, 2023

Venerando was born December 8, 1954 to The late Eusebia Briones in Cebu, Philippines.

He was preceded in death by his brother Wilfredo Dinglasa. He Leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Nerissa Dinglasa, children, Jerald Lester, John Walter and Nina Fatima, and special friends.

Mr...

Jun 6, 2023

Pacita “Pat” Zapanta Vitug, 95, passed away on June 6, 2023, in Huntingtown, Maryland. She was a loving mother, wife, sister and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family specially her grandkids. She was very fond of cooking and loves seeing her family enjoy her home cooked meals.

Born on January 20, 1928, in Santa Rita, Pampanga, Philippines, Pat...

Jun 5, 2023

We are saddened to announce the passing of William “Don” Dillon, after a short illness on June 5, 2023. Don was born in 1933 in Indian Mills, West Virginia to the late Charles and Lima Dillon. Being the youngest of five, he grew up in the hills of West Virginia and moved to the Washington DC area in the 1960’s....

Jun 4, 2023

Jun 3, 2023

Gloria Savet, age 88, passed away on June 3, 2023, after a long illness.

Gloria was born on November 26, 1934, to Emilia and Pete Cahinhinan in New York City.

In 1953, Gloria met Armando Savet in New York City, and they married in October. 1, 1955.They lived in the Washington D.C. area until 2007 before moving to Mt. Pleasant,...

Jun 2, 2023

 

Amalia "Amy" Marie Payne March 2, 1944-June 2, 2023   Amalia Payne passed away on June 2 2023 at the age of 79 at her home in Littleton N.C. She was a very loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother(Gia).   Amy was a fantastic cook, hard worker, enjoyed riding her Harley.  She loved her family very much.  ...

Jun 2, 2023

Gary Van Bush Sr., a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2023.He was born on November 25, 1950, in Hempstead, New York, to the late Mr. Freddie White and Ms. Thelma Phillips. Gary was the only child born to his mother, but he had six brothers and sisters. He had a great childhood growing up...

Jun 2, 2023

Ralph Leonard Tompkins, Jr., 73, of Bowie, MD passed away on June 2, 2023.  Born on April 23, 1950, in Washington, D.C., he was the loving son of Ralph Leonard Tompkins, Sr. and Cora Ellen (Williams) Tompkins. Ralph is survived by his sons, Joseph P. Tompkins (Beth) of Lothian, MD, Gary M. Tompkins (Ashley) of Churchton, MD, three grandchildren, brothers,...

Jun 1, 2023

 

Patricia Lynn (Graves) Lesefske of Hyattsville, MD died in her sleep on Thursday, June 1st at 3:15am in the University of Maryland Charles Regional Hospital ICU in La Plata MD.  Formerly married to the late David Thomas Lesefske, Patty retired from the National 4-H council in 2015 from a job she loved and shifted into a life of relaxing...

May 30, 2023

May 28, 2023

Anne Renee Railey, 71, passed away on May 28, 2023, in Prince Frederick, Maryland. She was a loving mother, wife, sister, and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family. Anne loved going to the casino with her husband and playing the slots. She was also fond of cooking and eating, with her favorite foods being crab and prime rib....