Obituaries

Aug 31, 2026

Aleyamma Grace (Philip) Abraham (known as Grace) was born on September 30, 1942 in Ayathil, Punalur, Kerala, India as the daughter of the late Reverend A.G. and Mariamma Philip. As the second-born child of four, born 12 years after their first-born son, she was named Grace as she was born “but for the grace of God”. 

She grew up in the...

Aug 26, 2026

Michael Lucas Bozievich

August 18, 1944 – August 26, 2026



Michael Lucas Bozievich, affectionately known by family and friends as Mikey, Uncle Mike, Boss Hog, and Sonny Boy, passed away on August 26, 2026, at the age of 82.

Michael was born on August 18, 1944, in Prince George’s County, Maryland, and spent most of his life in Laurel, Maryland. He graduated from...

Aug 26, 2026

Thomas Lee Morris, 78, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away August 26, 2026. Tom Morris was born June 23, 1948, in Seattle, Washington. He lived through the hardest years of the civil rights movement and the Vietnam War, and, as far as anyone remembers, never raised his voice once. One can imagine him nodding quietly while a drill instructor screams in...

Aug 24, 2026

George R. Bozzini of Milford, Massachusetts and Washington, DC, passed away on August 24th, 2026. He was born in 1939 to Domenico and Gladys Bozzini.He was a professor emeritus from George Washington University. His love for the arts, museums, theatre and cooking were his favorite hobbies. He traveled the world because he embraced many cultures and used his passion for...

Aug 23, 2026

The services for Kara A. Wilhelm will be live-streamed; to access the webcast, please click HERE.

This obituary was lovingly submitted by the family of Kara Ann Wilhelm.

We sadly announce that Kara Ann Wilhelm passed away on August 23, 2026 after a brief illness. Kara was born October 3, 1970 in Goshen, New York to Edward and Elizabeth (Kasek) Wilhelm. She grew...

Aug 22, 2026

Adored mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend Joan Franciea Shaw (nee Harvey’s) immortal soul left this world on August 22, 2026 upon the onset of a sudden illness. Her passing is a great loss to all those who loved her. Joan was born on October 18, 1941 to Mary Vinson Harvey Watts and Frank W. Harvey Sr. in Portsmouth, VA. 

Her...

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Aug 16, 2026

Betty S. Johnson

January 10, 1936 – August 16, 2026

Betty S. Johnson, 90, of Ashton, Maryland, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2026.

Born on January 10, 1936, in Denton, North Carolina, Betty lived a life defined by faith, family, friendship, and service to others. Her Christian faith was a constant throughout her life. From her childhood in rural North...

Aug 15, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Erick Quintin Johnson

October 30, 1964 – August 15, 2026

Erick Quintin Johnson was a man who loved hard, laughed often, and would give what he could to help the people he cared about.

He was born in Washington, D.C., to Clyde and Delories Johnson. From childhood, family was always important to Erick. He grew into a loving son, husband,...

Aug 13, 2026

Gayle Jacobs Negri (nee Hartnett) passed away in the early morning hours of Thursday, Aug 13, 2026, at Adventist White Oak hospital, of complications from pancreatic cancer, just 11 days before her 79th birthday.

She was born on August 24, 1947, in the District of Columbia to Daniel Hartnett and Francis Wise Hartnett (both deceased).

She is survived by her husband of...

Aug 11, 2026

April Marie Burgess, of Hyattsville, Maryland, passed away on August 11, 2026. She was 56 years old. Born on December 10, 1969, April was the dear daughter of Mary and Barry Burgess, Sr.

April graduated high school in 1987 where she ran track, accruing numerous trophies from the sport along the way. She also worked at Home Depot where her friendly...

Aug 4, 2026

Patricia Ann (Paduda) Farmer, 82, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2026. She brought warmth, laughter, and an unshakeable kindness into the lives of everyone who knew her, and she was loved and respected by all.

Patricia was born on January 2, 1944, in Washington, D.C., the daughter of Michael J. Paduda Sr. and Margaret (Mack) Paduda. She...

Aug 4, 2026

Robert (Bob) Melvin Moe was born on November 22, 1928 in St. Petersburg, Florida to Oluf and Louise Moe. He spent his early years in St.Petersburg and graduated from St. Petersburg High School in 1946. He was known to his friends and schoolmates as “Little Moe” and “Coach.” He held numerous leadership positions and received many accolades for his service...

Aug 4, 2026

Life’s Reflection

Shirley Ann Nelson was born Jan 1, 1948 in Shelby County Tennessee to the late Joe and Zola Nelson, Sr. She departed this life with grace and peace on August 4, 2026.

She married her first husband, Marvin Collier Sr., and from their union had four children, Rhonda, Marvin, Robert and Mia Collier. She later married David Harvey (deceased) and...

Jul 30, 2026

In Loving Memory of Xiaochun Li

March 15, 1961 – July 30, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Xiaochun Li, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, accomplished educator, and lifelong learner.

Born in Mayang, China, Xiaochun showed a strong passion for learning from an early age. She earned her bachelor’s degree in China and later received...

Jul 29, 2026

Evelyn Geraldine Curry, age 82, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and vibrant memories. Born on July 22, 1944, in Baltimore City, Maryland.

Evelyn was the beloved daughter of the late John Johnson and Dorothy Franklin. 

She received her education through the Baltimore City Public Schools, laying the foundation for a lifetime of hard...

Jul 29, 2026

With hearts filled with love and sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved Majella Ruadap-Planta on July 29, 2026 at the age of 55. She was a dedicated physical therapist who cared deeply for her patients, a devoted wife and mother who adored her whole family, and an inspiring and treasured friend who always knew how to make you...

Jul 29, 2026

Dante “Danny” Antonioni passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, leaving behind a loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife, RoseMarie , with whom he shared 65 years of marriage; his children, Michael (Faith),Sharon (David), and Jennifer; his grandchildren, Natalie, Anthony, Trevor, Nicolas, and Lukas; and his sister, Maria. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carlo...