OBITUARIES

Feb 7, 2025

Mary Rita Sheperd

6/5/54 - 2/7/25

Mary Rita Sheperd, 70, of Crofton, MD left this earth to be with her parents (John and Rita Gough) and brother (Robert Gough) on February 7, 2025. She is survived by her husband, Robert, also of Crofton and her two children, Meghan and Ryan. Mary devoted her life to her family and is dearly missed by...

Feb 5, 2025

Vera Stankovich Baird, 76, passed peacefully with her loved ones by her side in the late hours of February 4th, 2025 in Bowie, MD, where she has resided for over 40 years. Vera is survived by her husband, Patrick Baird of Bowie, MD; her daughters, Meghan Casto (Dustin) of Morgantown, WV; Veronica Baird (Giovanni Leon) of Washington, DC; her grandchildren,...

Feb 4, 2025

  Dorothea Derickson, nee Ermlich, was born in Oberhausen, Germany in 1924. She was premature and her grandmother initially took care of her; the neighbor ladies asked "You want to raise this child?!" Dorothea always loved to recall: "And look how this child turned out!" She was the black sheep of the family, rebelling against the traditional rules; smoking; and...

Feb 3, 2025

 Douglas Graham 

June 25, 1937 - February 3, 2025

Douglas passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his immediate family who loved him dearly. He leaves a strong legacy, 7 children, 22 grandchildren, and a host of great-grandchildren, He also leaves to mourn, his life companion, Brenda Fulse, who cared for him up to his final moments. He is preceded in death...

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Feb 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Wallace Edward Peter Coleman III

November 6, 1954 – February 1, 2025

Wallace “Butch” Edward Peter Coleman III was a devoted father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. While his passing brings deep sorrow, his family and friends find comfort in the love, laughter, and memories he leaves behind. Born on November 6, 1954, at Freedmen’s Hospital in Washington,...

Feb 1, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Sharon Veronica Dobson Hanley, who departed this life on February 1, 2025, at Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center. She was 66 years old.



Sharon was born on April 2, 1958, in Kingston, Jamaica, to Violet and Vincent Dobson. The eldest of five children, she embraced her role as a nurturing...

Feb 1, 2025

Anne Elizabeth Natoli, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, surrounded by her family, in Davidsonville, Maryland. She was 81 years old. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joseph, her son Anthony, and her brother Charles.

Born on July 28, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to William and Elizabeth Mason, she...

Jan 31, 2025

Jan 31, 2025

Please click here to view the Live Stream of the funeral service for Ms. Tennille. The Live Stream will begin at 12:00pm on Friday, February 21, 2025.

Vivian Beatrice Tennille, affectionately known as "Vip," passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born on April 21, 1930, in Washington, D.C., to the late James Edward...

Jan 31, 2025

Please click here to view Live Streaming for Mr. Ifill on Sunday February 9, 2025 at 11:30am https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a25026997891537 

Jan 29, 2025

Today, we gather to celebrate the life of my beloved mother Maveun (Queen) Leocadie, a shining star who left an indelible mark on our lives. As we say our final goodbyes, we take comfort in the rich cultural heritage she embodied. In our tradition, we believe that when a loved one passes, their spirit returns to the ancestors. We pray...

Jan 29, 2025

Peta Gale Cappello (Holt) was received into the arms of our heavenly Father on January 29, 2025. She joins her beloved Michael to continue their love story for eternity. Heartbroken are her siblings, Marcia Judges(Peter) Frances Haig, Nicholas Holt (Max), Sheral Wright (Rob Meiring), John Holt(Elizabeth), and sister-in laws Anne Cappello (Larry Subia), Patricia Cappello (Larry Redmond) Janine Fraleigh (Shawn);...

Jan 28, 2025

Michael Phillip DeNardo Senior passed away peacefully on January 28, 2025 at home. He was a proud father to Alessandra and Michael Jr, a proud grandfather to Jack and Juliana, and a proud and devoted husband for 47 years to his wife Susan. He led a kind and peaceful life and spent over 45 years owning and operating the iconic...

Jan 27, 2025

Nicholas Michael Lomangino, MD, ABFE

February 9, 1950 – January 27, 2025

Nicholas Lomangino, a dedicated public servant, physician, veteran, and lifelong learner, passed away on January 27, 2025, at the age of 74. He leaves behind a legacy of service, knowledge, and unwavering commitment to his family, country, and community.

His passion for technology began early, earning an amateur radio license in...

Jan 26, 2025

Josephine (Jo) Annette Hall was born on March 31, 1944, the youngest child of Mary (Wright) Shoats and Melvin Shoats, in Climax, Georgia. During her early years, she attended the public school in Climax, Georgia and often travelled with her family between Georgia and Indiana, where she would visit with her older brother, Melvin Jr. (deceased). In 1959, she married...

Jan 26, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of our mother Jonell B. Urbaniak, who left us on Sunday, January 26, 2025 after a beautifully led life. Full of love, laughter and resilience, Jonell, Joni, Jo, Grammy touched the lives of all who knew her.

Jonell was born on June 5th, 1935 to France F. and Jeanette B. Baker...

Jan 26, 2025

Obituary for Stephen McIlroy Webb (1942-2025)

Stephen McIlroy Webb, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, January 26, 2025.

Stephen was born on May 14, 1942 to Dwight and Helen Webb at Fort Lewis, Washington. He was raised in Dallas, Oregon, located in the Willamette Valley. His youth was spent playing sports, teasing his younger sister, Terri, and working...

Jan 24, 2025

Dorothy Elizabeth Ridley was born on December 3,1931 in LaPlata, Maryland to the late James W. Lancaster || and Mattie M. Lancaster. Dorothy was raised in the Catholic faith and was a devout Catholic until she departed this life on January 24, 2025. Dorothy married the love of her life, Emmett T. Ridley, Sr., in July 1950, where they remained...