Obituaries

Apr 29, 2024

This obituary was lovingly written and submitted by the family.

Daniel Joseph Messina, age 82, passed away on April 29. He was born in Washington, D.C. on March 16, 1942 to Joseph Robert Messina and Helen Lucille Kushner Messina.

He married Ann Jacobsen Messina in 1968 and they were married for 56 years.

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Apr 29, 2024

Magdalena Villanueva Batulan was born on July 25, 1926 in the Philippines. She was the second of five children. She was 15 years old when the Japanese invaded the Philippines in 1941. She was one of the people who was forced by the Japanese to build the airport of their city. She witnessed the atrocities of war.

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Apr 27, 2024

Delores Marie Deputy, born Delores Marie Bodine on June 22, 1932, in Wilmington, Delaware, passed away on April 27, 2024, in Hunlock Creek, Pennsylvania, at the age of 91. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Delores was a strong and devoted mother who raised five children as a single parent. Her dedication extended to her...

Apr 27, 2024

Gerald B. (Jerry) Richards, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2024, at the age of 81, surrounded by family at his home in Laurel, MD.

Born on March 25, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, Jerry was the son of Leslie and Peggy Richards. He graduated from Southern Illinois University with a BS in...

Apr 27, 2024

Jeanne Anne Wines, age 64, passed away in Savage, Maryland on April 27, 2024. Born April 2, 1960 in Cheverly, Maryland to Mary and Gene Ostmann. Jeanne was preceded in death by her father Gene, grandmother Laura Somerville, and uncle Edward Somerville. Jeanne is survived by her husband Norman, daughter Laura Imirie (Andrew), mother Mary Ostmann, and grandpuppy Lizzie....

Apr 24, 2024

This obituary was lovingly submitted by the Family of Jim B. Legg.

Jim B. Legg, age 69, passed away in Columbia, Maryland on April 24, 2024.

Born April 14, 1955 in Birmingham, Alabama, he was the son of Ralph Connell and Ellette (Guin) Legg.  He lived in Birmingham AL, Roswell GA, and Laurel and Severn,...

Apr 23, 2024

Dr. Glen C. Knecht, Sr., 94, was received into the glory of his Savior on April 23, 2024, at his home, Laurel Haven, in Laurel, MD. Born March 19, 1930, in Ogdensburg, NY, son of Robert and Wilma Knecht, Glen grew up in Syracuse, NY. Glen was brought to transformative, saving faith in his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ...

Apr 21, 2024

John “John Man” Robert Mitchell of Laurel, Maryland passed away in his home on April 21, 2024.  He was born June 21, 1996 to Thomas Mitchell and Mary Mitchell in Silver Spring, Maryland.  He graduated from Freestate ChalleNGe Academy with his high school diploma in 2013.

John, the baby of the family, left a lasting impression with...

Apr 21, 2024

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Sandra "Sandy" Lea Davis, 63, of Laurel, passed away on April 21st, 2024. Born on July 7th, 1960 in D.C., she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Lois Shotwell.

Sandy had an endless love for her family, friends, reading, gardening and bird watching in the...

Apr 19, 2024

David James Patterson, Sr. “Dave” passed away on April 19, 2024 at the age of 81. Born September 5th, 1942 in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, Dave was the son of James and Hazel Patterson. Shortly after high school, Dave enlisted in the Army and was part of the 82nd airborne division.

Upon returning home, Dave started a job...

Apr 12, 2024

Calvin “Ray” Reeley 80, of Laurel passed away 04-12-2024

He was born February 23, 1944, son of Calvin Coolidge Reeley and Viola Inez Semones

He was a Painting Contractor for over 40 years

He enjoyed, spending time with his family, fishing, cars, motorcycles, and sharing a laugh or a good story.

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Apr 11, 2024

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Esther Marie ( Penny ) Poole, 80, of Burtonsville, Maryland Passed away April 11, 2024.

She was born September 27, 1943 to Stanley Harris Davis and Virginia Marie Carter in Washington D.C.

Esther retired from The Georgetown part of Hap Holladay Corp where she started...

Apr 9, 2024

James Ronald Wells, born April 20, 1947, unexpectedly passed away on April 9th, 2024.

He leaves behind a legacy of dedication, love, and service.

Ronnie, as he was affectionately known, dedicated 37 years of his life to the U.S. Postal Service, where he served diligently. His commitment and hard work were evident throughout his career. ...

Apr 9, 2024

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Apr 8, 2024

Leila Genet Shawel, age 17, passed away in Laurel, Maryland on Monday, April 8, 2024.

Leila was born on a beautiful summer day on August 23, 2006, in Seattle, WA to her loving parents, mother Bethel Necho Asres and father Getnet Estifanos Shawel.

In May 2008, she moved with her parents to Silver Spring, MD. ...

Apr 8, 2024

Gordon Thomas Whitehead (Tommy), 90 of Laurel passed away and went home to be with the Lord on Aril 8, 2024.

He was born on October 30, 1933 in Savage Maryland to the late William Lee Whitehead and late Dollie Marie (Gray) Whitehead, Luber.

He was signed by the Baltimore Orioles to a minor league...

Apr 5, 2024

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Nancy Maria (Fiori) Stevens, 93, of Laurel MD, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 5, 2024.

Born on October 15, 1930 in Medway Massachusetts to Eva (Currier) and Vincent Fiori (both deceased).  She was the wife of John Stevens for 39 years until he passed in 1995....

Apr 4, 2024

Anton Dillon Allahrakha was born on August 10, 2001 in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan at the Karachi Adventist Hospital. He was the eldest of four children born to Amir and Carolyn Allahrakha. Anton thrived on figuring things out himself. He was a hands-on guy who loved tackling projects – from landscaping his yard to meticulously detailing his cars. He even...

Apr 4, 2024

The services for Margaret McLaughlin will be live-streamed; you may view by clicking HERE.

Margaret Anne Crane McLaughlin, known as Peggy, was born March 22nd 1942 in Jersey City New Jersey. She passed away on April 4th, 2024 in Crofton, MD. She was the daughter of Edward and Margaret Crane. Peggy is survived by her husband of...

Apr 3, 2024

Martina Alvarado de Zapata, 81, of Silver Spring, MD, passed away on April 3rd, 2024. Born on September 16th, 1942 in San Francisco de Macoris, Dominican Republic to Irene Alvarado and Alida Aquino, Martina spent her youth in San Francsico de Macoris where she studied clothing design and worked as a Alta Costura teacher, and was a member of...