Obituaries

Christopher Drew Trott, 61

Christopher Drew Trott, 61

Christopher Drew Trott, 61, a lifelong resident of Galesville, MD passed away suddenly December 29, 2019 at his residence. He was born December 16, 1958 in Annapolis, MD to Jean (Siegert) and Calvin C. Trott. He graduated from Southern High School in 1976. He was a self-employed house painting contractor, and owned and operated...
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Joan Crismond Thorp, 82

Joan Crismond Thorp, 82

Joan Crismond Thorp 82 of Marbury, MD. passed away peacefully on January 2, 2020 in LaPlata, MD. She was born on May 3, 1937 in Washington, DC to the late Earl M. Crismond. She is also predeceased by her husband Jess R. Thorp. Joan is survived by her son, Martin Thorp (Darlene) and her...
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Diane Tippett, 52

Diane Tippett, 52

Diane Tippett, 52, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on December 31, 2019 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. Diane was born on October 15, 1967 in Vero Beach, FL to the late John Roger Linley and Suzanne (Henning) Linley. After earning her bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from the Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech),...
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Donald Robert Lash, 68

Donald Robert Lash, 68

Donald Robert Lash, 68, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on December 31, 2019 at MedStar Washington Hospital Center with his loving family at his side. Born on September 16, 1951 in Tampa, FL, he was the son of the late Joseph Lancaster Lash and Jane Eleanor (Galloway) Lash. Donald was a dedicated and highly...
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David R. Lokitis, 67

David R. Lokitis, 67

David R. Lokitis, 67 of Waldorf, Maryland, passed away, Monday, December 30, 2019 peacefully at home. David was born May 29, 1952 in Norwood, Massachusetts to Joseph and Mary (Ivoskus) Lokitis. He graduated from the Massasoit Community College in 1978. David married the love of his life, Sheila Lokitis (Lallier) on March 12, 1988...
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James Larry Jenkins (Bubba), 85

James Larry Jenkins (Bubba), 85

James Larry Jenkins (Bubba), 85 of Indian Head Maryland, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2019. Bubba was a proud U.S. Army Veteran and printer by trade, he had many hobbies and interests but was especially passionate about fishing and gardening. He was a lifelong Redskin fan and a respected, loving family man. Bubba...
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Rachel Elizabeth Connell

Rachel Elizabeth Connell

Rachel Elizabeth Connell passed away Saturday, December 28th at the young age of 27. For anyone who knew Rachel knew her to be a free spirit with a determined personality… staying true to herself every second. Rachel had a few struggles in life, not unlike anyone else that you know but she was a...
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Henry E. McKoy

Henry E. McKoy

Peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2019, Henry E. McKoy departed this earthly life in LaPlata, Maryland. Family and friends will gather on Friday, January 10, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Alfred St. Baptist Church, 301 S. Alfred Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Interment is private.
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Roy Alfred Martin

Roy Alfred Martin

Peacefully on Wednesday, January 1, 2020, Roy Alfred Martin departed this earthly life in Jacksonville, FL. Family and friends will unite on Saturday, January 11, 2020 from 9:00am until Mass of Christian Burial 10:00am at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church 5700 St. Bernard’s Drive, Riverdale Park, MD 20737. Interment will follow at National Harmony Cemetery...
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Herbert A. Lyles

Herbert A. Lyles

Peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2019, Herbert A. Lyles departed this earthly life in Washington, DC. Family and friends will gather on Monday, January 13, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 1600 Morris Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020. Interment is private.
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Patricia Ann Carter

Patricia Ann Carter

Peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2020, Patricia Ann Carter departed this earthly life. Family and friends will gather on Thursday, January 16, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Ebenezer AME Church, 7800 Allentown Rd., Fort Washington, MD 20744. Interment is private.
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Manuel J. Wilson

Manuel J. Wilson

Manuel J. Wilson, 64 of Bel Alton, MD passed away peacefully on Dec 29, 2019 at Washington Hospital Center located in Washington DC. Services will be held at the New Life Church at 9690 Shepherds Creek Place, La Plata Maryland 20646., On Friday January 10th, 2020, viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m., to...
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Frank Edward Pointer, 87

Frank Edward Pointer, 87

Frank Edward Pointer, age 87 of Waldorf, Maryland, died December 20, 2019 at the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center in La Plata, Maryland. Frank was the third of six children born to the late Sylvester and Tiny Pointer (Cannon). In 1932, Sylvester moved his family from Rocky Mountain, North Carolina to Washington,...
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Melanie Downs Gibson, 76

Melanie Downs Gibson, 76

Melanie Downs Gibson, 76, of La Plata, MD passed away on December 28, 2019 in La Plata, MD. She was born on April 18, 1943 in Washington, DC and was the daughter of the late Margaret Rose Lawrence Downs and Andrew Wallace Downs. Melanie was the loving wife of the late Joseph “Walter” Gibson,...
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Winston Franklin

Winston Franklin

Passed on December 23, 2019. Cherished fiance of LaTina Lee; father of Winnettia Lewis (Edwin), Bernard Franklin (Carolyn), David Franklin; brother of Michael Franklin (Tina), Derrick Franklin (Renee) and Stephen Franklin. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Services will be held on Monday January 6, 2020, 10 a.m. visitation, 11 a.m. service, at...
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Kathryn Emma “Kitty” Henderson, 84

Kathryn Emma “Kitty” Henderson, 84

Kathryn Emma “Kitty” Henderson, 84, passed away Thursday, December 26 at Solomons Nursing Center in Solomons, MD. Born on December 4, 1935 in Washington, D.C., Kathryn was the daughter of the late Joseph Hamel and Dorothy Tomlinson. Kathryn married the late Roland J. Henderson on February 16, 1952. Kathryn loved shopping from her favorite...
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Frederick Ernest “Fred” Gerken, Jr., 94

Frederick Ernest “Fred” Gerken, Jr., 94

Frederick Ernest “Fred” Gerken, Jr., 94, of Solomons, MD and formerly of Denville, NJ, passed away on December 31, 2019 at Solomons Nursing Center. Born December 6, 1925 in Forest Hills, Long Island, New York, he was the son of the late Frederick Ernest Gerken, Sr. and Lillian (Fitzsimons) Gerken. Fred graduated from Mt....
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Dennis Joseph “Denny” Finotti, 62

Dennis Joseph “Denny” Finotti, 62, of Owings, MD passed away on December 8, 2019 at Calvert Health Medical Center. Born January 23, 1957 in Washington, DC he was the son of the late William Russell Finotti and Cassie Ruth (Goodwin) Finotti. Denny attended Suitland High School and moved to Calvert County in 2004. He...
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Steven Michael “Steve” Bruce, 63

Steven Michael “Steve” Bruce, 63

Steven Michael “Steve” Bruce, 63, of Lusby, MD passed away on December 28, 2019 at the University of Maryland Medical Center. Born October 20, 1956 in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Arthur Clinton Bruce and Sadie (Gloriouso) Bruce. Steve moved to Calvert County in 1961 and attended Calvert High School...
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Russell Douglas Sprouse, 69

Russell Douglas Sprouse, 69

Russell Douglas Sprouse, 69, of Waldorf, Maryland, passed away on December 28, 2019 at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC. Fondly known as “Doc”, was born on January 25, 1950 in Washington, DC to the late Russell Lloyd Sprouse and Carolyn Faith Sprouse. Doc served in the U. S. Army as a Medic...
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Mary Elsie Pardoe, 97

Mary Elsie Pardoe, 97

Mary Elsie Pardoe, 97, of Lusby, MD passed away on December 27, 2019 at the Calvert Health Medical Center. Born October 11, 1922 in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Elliott and Gertrude (Werch) Elliott. Elsie moved to Calvert County from Baltimore, MD in 1939 and married Wyatt J. Pardoe...
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David E. Pardoe, 58

David E. Pardoe, 58

David E. Pardoe, 58, of Broomes Island, Maryland passed away on December 25, 2019 in his home. He was born on January 27, 1961 in Prince Frederick, Maryland to the late Eugene L and Gladys Green Pardoe. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Geraldine Pardoe and a Great Niece, Arielle Bowen....
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Jason Matthew Link, 32

Jason Matthew Link, 32

Jason Matthew Link, 32, passed away due natural causes at his home in El Paso, Texas, on Saturday, December 14, 2019. The son of John R. and Barbara A. (Renner) Link of Callaway, MD, he was born in Philadelphia, PA, and proudly grew up in a large Navy family. Jason was the younger brother...
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Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Regrets to Announce Passing of Past Lieutenant Joseph (Joey) F. Angle, 48

Ridge Volunteer Fire Department Regrets to Announce Passing of Past Lieutenant Joseph (Joey) F. Angle, 48

Ridge Volunteer Fire Department regrets to announce the death of past Lieutenant Joseph (Joey) F. Angle. Joey passed away yesterday at his home in Calvert County. Joey joined RVFD on October 13, 1987. He was a member from 1987 to 1993 and held the position of Lieutenant in 1992. Joey resigned in 1994 and...
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Robert Edmond Beigel, 84

Robert Edmond Beigel, 84

Robert Edmond Beigel, 84, of Bryans Road, Maryland, passed away on December 17, 2019 at the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center in La Plata. Born on September 29, 1935 in Jamaica, New York, he was the son of the late Edmond Leroy Beigel and Orrill Elizabeth Ballou Beigel. Mr. Beigel was a...
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