OBITUARIES

May 10, 2023

Frank Joseph Varga III. of Bowie, MD, passed away at home, surrounded by his loved ones on May 10, 2023 after a lengthy battle with cancer.   He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank J. Varga II and Dorothy (Campbell) Varga, as well as his sister Donna (Varga) Dolan and niece Dawn Dolan.   Frank is survived by...

May 10, 2023

It is with great sorrow and heavy hearts that we share the passing of Paula Marie Hall. On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at the age of 76, Paula passed away at her home in Gambrills, Maryland with family by her side.

Born on April 8, 1947, Paula loved to laugh, dance, play cards, and attend to her ever-growing family.

Paula...

May 10, 2023

On Wednesday, May 10th 2023, William J. Bachteler (Bill) passed away peacefully at the age of 86.  He was surrounded by his family at his home in Bowie, Maryland, where he has been a resident for almost 50 years.  A devout Christian, Bill’s faith and dedication to Jesus Christ was admirable and steadfast, and we know that he is now home...

May 9, 2023

Anna Gerasimidis of Silver Spring, MD passed away peacefully on May 9, 2023.She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Aristidis Gerasimidis, her parents, Dimitrios and Vasiliki Tsiambouris.Anna is survived by her children Dimitra (Kevin Reidy), Angeliki (Josue Aguiliz), her sister Katerina, and her nephews Panagiotis and Christos. She was the proud grandmother of 2 grandsons, Alexander and Elias.Anna...

May 8, 2023

Peter J. Gross, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, May 8th.

Pete was born on October 20, 1937 in Riverside, NJ to the late Alice (nee Halpin) and John Gross, the fourth of five children. Pete grew up in Riverside, graduated from LaSalle University and began a 36 year career in government, initially with the...

May 8, 2023

Patricia “Patti” Ann Aluise

January 2, 1952 - May 8, 2023

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia “Patti” Ann Aluise of Gambrills, Maryland, who slipped away peacefully in the arms of her children on May 8, 2023 at the age of 71, after many years of living with Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC)...

May 8, 2023

Norma Marano Pronko, age 97, passed away on May 8, 2023 surrounded by her family.   She was born in New York City on September 12, 1925,was a long time resident of Berwyn Heights, MD., and was a parishioner at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church for many years.   She married Andrew Stephen Pronko on June 23, 1945 at Saint Francis...

May 7, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Michelle Rose Jean-Pierre:

March 14, 1960- May 7, 2023

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michelle Rose Jean-Pierre, née Fontaine, a beloved mother, cherished grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who departed from this world on Sunday, May 7, 2023. She leaves behind an enduring legacy of love,...

May 7, 2023

Alfred “Big Al” Grant Altimore

Al Altimore, was born, April 14, 1950 in Jonestown, PA to Alfred Altimore and Helen (Juretic) Altimore. He was a long term resident of Maryland, and was a well known name in his industry. 

While Al touched so many people’s hearts and made a life out of helping others in their time of need, the...

May 6, 2023

May 6, 2023

Melissa Anne Bartness, 51, of Forest Hill, MD, entered God’s kingdom on May 6, 2023, surrounded by family. Born on June 4, 1971, to Kathleen and Richard Carstensen, Melissa was a ray of light whose love for her family and friends shined brightly.

Melissa—a warm, radiant, and adoring mother, daughter, wife, and friend—is survived by her parents; her children, Emma...

May 5, 2023

John C. Moffett, 62, of Riverdale MD was called home on May 5th 2023. John was born in Washington DC on February 24th 1961 to Cleveland (deceased) and Mary Moffett. Siblings Debra Moffett, Maxwell Moffett, and Russell Moffett

John was a loving, caring, and giving man to everyone he knew. He enjoyed motorcycles and being outside around construction sites. John enjoyed spending...

May 5, 2023

Mildred “Millie” Mainzer, 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 5, 2023. She was a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother and friend. A 56 year resident of Bowie, MD she was born on June 1, 1928 to Sam and Esther Chertok in Boston, MA. She and her husband of 69 years, Bob, lived in New York for 16...

May 4, 2023

May 4, 2023

On Thursday, May 4th, 2023. Lisa Leighann Bogan, 46, formerly of Crofton, Maryland, passed away quietly at Chesapeake Woods, Autumn Lake Nursing Home, in Cambridge MD.

Lisa was born December 4th, 1976 at Eglin AFB Hospital Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Lisa was the daughter of Patrick Lee and Bonnita (Bonnie) Lee DeFeo Bogan.

An artistic young woman with...

May 4, 2023

Mary Ellen, age 77, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 4, 2023. Her greatest passion was her family. She loved her family with her whole heart and loved them unconditionally. Mary Ellen is survived by her husband of 58 years, William A. Bethel (Bill) of Adamstown, MD, her son William M. Bethel (Shirley), of Ijamsville, her...

May 3, 2023

Anne Essex Phillips passed on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023, at the age of 85. She joins her husband Robert (Bob) Phillips, whom we recently lost in March. She leaves behind 2 siblings, Betty Derwent and Dick Essex, 4 children, Bryan Phillips (Joan), Steve Phillips, (Vanessa Platek) Susan Varga (Doug), Jenny Phillips (Jeff Cook), as well as 5 grandchildren, Nick Varga...

May 2, 2023

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Joseph M. ‘Thomas’ Carr on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.  He was born to parents Richard J. Carr, Jr., and Ana L. (Villamar) Carr and lived in Maryland. Raised Roman Catholic, he attended Mount Calvary, and later received his confirmation name from patron Saint Thomas the Apostle. Joe graduated from...

May 2, 2023

Please click here to view Live Streaming for George Safford, Jr. on Thursday May 17, 2023 at 2pm https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/108628265

George C. Safford, Jr., age 77, of Gambrills, MD, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

George was born on April 25, 1946 to the late George C. and Florence (nee Thaete) Safford in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.

In 1964, George...

May 1, 2023

Please click here to view the Live Stream of the Funeral Service for Jane Hunt.  The Live Stream will begin at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 6, 2023.

Jane Hunt, aka JaneyLou, Smitty, George, Aunt Jane, Mama Jane, Grandma and Mom, passed away suddenly at her Crofton home on May 1st, 2023. She was born to Robert and Viola Smith...