OBITUARIES

Dec 23, 2023

Horvena Alexander died surrounded by her children on December 23, 2023, in her home at the Collington-Kendal Life Plan Community in Mitchellville, Maryland. She was 101 years old.

Horvena Elizabeth Sudduth Alexander was born in Covington, Kentucky on June 27th, 1922, to Melvena Jones Sudduth, a housewife and Horace Sudduth, a Cincinnati African American entrepreneur who went on to build...

Dec 22, 2023

William Noyd Tolbert, III (Billy) departed this life on Friday, December 22, 2023 at his home in Landover, Maryland after a long illness. He was born on August 6, 1959 to the late Geraldine Yvonne and the late William Noyd Tolbert, Jr. in Washington, D.C. He joined St. Joseph Catholic Church where he faithfully served, was an active member of...

Dec 21, 2023

The Obituary of Elizabeth Mary Hamilton

Elizabeth Mary Hamilton, born February 17, 1922 to the late Budd Fleet, and the late Elizabeth Cole in Prince George’s County, Md., entered eternal rest on December 21, 2023 of natural causes at her residence in Upper Marlboro, Md.

Elizabeth began her career at General Services Administration and later married Wesley Hamilton.From this union,...

Dec 21, 2023

Dec 21, 2023

Arlene Frances Futch

June 10, 1937 — December 21, 2023

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Arlene Frances Futch was born on June 10, 1937, in Yonkers, New York, and passed away surrounded by family on December 21, 2023. Beloved widow of George W. Futch, loving mother of Margaret (Meg) Wein (Eric), Michelle Cooke (George), Lauren Popp (Steve). Also survived by six cherished grandchildren, six...

Dec 20, 2023

Please click here to view Live Streaming of the Funeral for Sarah Akamangwa on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 11:45am https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/3537976270  

Sarah Akamangwa, age 73, passed into glory on Wednesday afternoon, December 20, 2023, in hospital.She was born on March 23, 1950, in Cameroon, a daughter of the late Jing Adamu and Christina Fonyonga. After raising a family...

Dec 20, 2023

Please click here to view the livestream of the funeral service for Mr. Reginald Staton.  The live stream will begin at 12:00pm.

Dec 20, 2023

Robert Houston Cooper Sr, age 88, of Bowie, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023. 

Bob was born on October 14, 1935, as the only child to Ethel and William Cooper in Bangor, Maine. Shortly after he was born, they moved to Washington, DC. He graduated from Anacostia High School in 1953. Bob received an associate degree from Strayer...

Dec 20, 2023

Dec 19, 2023

United in love and inspired by the memory of an extraordinary soul, we come together to honor the vibrant life of Ann Elizabeth Butler. Ann walked softly and contributed light and joy to this earth. Her life was a symphony of love, resilience, and unshakeable faith that left an indelible mark on the lives of all who were fortunate enough...

Dec 19, 2023

Manuel Stamathis, a lifelong resident of Baltimore,Maryland passed away Tuesday, December 19th at the age of 74. Manuel, devoted husband and father, will be remembered for his love of playing music, smoking cigars, and being retired.  Manuel is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Dorothea Stamathis, brother, George Stamathis and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his beloved...

Dec 18, 2023

Dec 18, 2023

Anne L.  Slack, aged 74, passed away on Monday December 18, 2023, at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis Maryland.  She was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 50 years.  Her last position was as an one-on-one special needs nurse for the Department of Health for Anne Arundel County.  She truly loved taking care of children with disabilities.  Anne went...

Dec 18, 2023

In Loving Memory of Patricia "Pat" Smith

Patricia Anne Smith, born on August 29, 1945, in Washington, DC, peacefully departed this world on December 18, 2023. She was a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished sister, and doting grandmother.

Pat spent her formative years in Prince George's County, graduating from Suitland High School in 1963. On June 6, 1964, she exchanged...

Dec 18, 2023

Constance Geraldine Turner Walton was born on Saturday, October 22, 1955 (68 years old), to the devoted and loving parents Alexandria Powell Turner and the late Robert J. Turner.  Constance departed peacefully on Monday, December 18, 2023, in Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Hospital, Rockville, MD. She is preceded in death by her father, Robert J. Turner.

Constance received Christ early...

Dec 17, 2023

Dec 17, 2023

Dec 17, 2023

The angels rejoiced on February 27, 1947, for the birth of Loretta Wise, at DC General Hospital. Born to the late Nettie Eula (Sanders) and John Bunion Wise, Jr. in Washington D.C. where she was also raised. She received her education from D.C. Public Schools - J.C. Nalle Elementary, Kelly Miller Junior High, and Spingarn High School. She married her...

Dec 17, 2023

On Sunday December 17,2023 Kristie Lamoure Anderson transitioned to eternal life at the age of 50. Kristie, a devoted wife, mother, and daughter, was always willing to give what little she had to help anyone in need. She continues to this day as her wish was to be a donor and to hopefully help others. Her selflessness enabled her to...

Dec 17, 2023

Joslyn Kenneth Anthony Farley, affectionately known as ‘Josh’, departed this world on December 17, 2023, at the Georgetown University Hospital Washington DC. Josh was born on February 27, 1956, in Georgetown, Guyana; he was the son of John Oliver and Joyce Elaine Farley.

Josh was a “people person” and known to family and friends as a thoughtful, kind, man. He...