Obituaries

Hessie Levern Harris

Mar 2, 2025

Hessie Levern Harris, a resident of Gambrills, MD, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Quiet Manor Assisted Living in Bowie, MD. She was 76. Hessie was born on October 26, 1948, in Tarrytown, GA and was the daughter of the late Linton Harris and Hessie Mae (nee Roberson) Harris.

Hessie is survived by her...

Frances A Crosswhite

Feb 28, 2025

On February 28, 2025 the world lost a beautiful soul; while heaven received an angel named Frances Adelea Crosswhite. Frances was born November 19, 1939 in Trenton, New Jersey to the late Charles and Evelyn Stokes. A soldier for the Lord, she was 85 years old.

The oldest of seven children, Frances was a natural caregiver, born...

James Alan Simpson

Feb 25, 2025

In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to: Maryland Therapeutic Riding, 1141 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD  21032.

Thank you!

On February 25, 2025, James Alan Simpson passed away at home. Raised in Beaver Dam, Kentucky, Alan lived in the Odenton (MD) area since 1995. He attended the University of Kentucky...

Christina Marie Beal

Feb 22, 2025

In lieu of flowers, donations in Christina's name may be made by check payable to the Christina Beal Children Trust and can be mailed to: Brian Beal  at 2227 Dairy Farm Road, Gambrills, MD 21054. If you would like to make an electronic payment, please venmo Brian Beal @ Brian-Beal-92885 or Zelle Brian at 410-507-7066 and put in the...

Carol Anne Fitzgerald

Feb 21, 2025

Carol Anne “DeeDee” Fitzgerald, a longtime resident of Crofton, MD, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. She was 84 years old. Born on December 20, 1940, in Washington, D.C., DeeDee was the daughter of the late Millard F. Zepp and Loretta (Rohrkemper) Zepp. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Louis...

Ann Masae Yanagihara

Feb 20, 2025

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James Dewey Williamson

Feb 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of James Dewey Williamson, a beloved resident of Savage, MD.  Dewey passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025 at the age of 83.

Born on May 28, 1941 in Danville, Virginia, Dewey was the son of the late James Andrew Williamson and Blanche Ophelia (nee Henderson) Williamson. ...

Martina Megofna

Feb 12, 2025

Martina Megofna passed away unexpectedly on February 12, 2025 at the age of 58. She was born on May 14, 1966 in Karlsruhe, Germany. She was known fondly by those who loved her as “Tina.”

Tina’s memory lives on through her loving husband Manuel Megofna, daughter Tatjana Glover (Chuck), son Mario Megofna (Eranell), 4 beloved grandchildren, Declan...

Theresa Rose Bell

Feb 12, 2025

Times of service to be posted upon completion

On February 12, Theresa “Terry” Rose Bell passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home after a long illness. Born in New York, Terry grew up in a military family, frequently moving as her father’s service took them to new places. Following in his footsteps, she proudly served her country...

Phyllis Kay Foster

Feb 11, 2025

Phyllis Kay (Friend) Foster, 82, of Odenton, MD passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Baltimore-Washington Medical Center, Glen Burnie, MD. Born on July 30, 1942 in Mill Run, PA, she was the third of four daughters of James A. and Cordella (Shipley) Friend. Phyllis was the beloved wife of Arthur Z. Foster, whom she married on...

Michael A. Jenkins

Feb 9, 2025

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to "ALS of MD" or "I AM ALS".

See below for more information.  Thank you!

On February 9, 2025, Michael A. Jenkins passed away after a courageous battle with ALS.  Mike lived in the Gambrills and Odenton area for over 40 years. He proudly served his country as...

Beulah Delores Sturgis

Feb 7, 2025

An obituary will be posted upon completion.

Christian Lee Parkman

Feb 6, 2025

On February 6, 2025, Christian Lee Parkman of Silver Spring passed away peacefully while in hospice care.  He is survived by his mother, Lillian M. Krionderis and his step-father Jeffrey, his Uncle James Birch, Aunt Ruth Birch, and Aunt Brenda Birch.  In addition to his loving family members, he is also survived by his close friend Levan Kuck and...

Vanny Lim

Feb 6, 2025

Services will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at  Donaldson Funeral Home & Crematory, P.A. in Odenton, MD.

Visitation begins at 9:30 am, followed by a Buddhist ceremony and eulogy.

Sharon Johnson

Feb 5, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sharon Johnson, who left us peacefully on February 5th, 2025. Sharon was born on September 16, 1952, in Baltimore, MD, to Doris and Charles Bock. She lived a life filled with love, family, and faith, epitomizing strength and kindness throughout her 72 years. Sharon was married to Ralph...

Bolarinwa Odusanya

Feb 4, 2025

Bolarinwa Odusanya, a resident of Severn, MD, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was 90. Bolarinwa was born on September 11, 1934 in Nigeria and was the son of the late Francis Benjamin Odusanya and Dorcas Adejoke Odusanya. He will be missed.

Josephine Mae Hunter

Jan 25, 2025

SERVICES ARE NOW ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH

FROM 12 TO 2 PM

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Josephine Hunter, beloved daughter of the late Herbert and Iler Corpening was born on October 12, 1929 in Raleigh, West Virginia.  On Saturday, January 25, 2025 she peacefully entered...

Asha Sudhir Wanmali

Jan 25, 2025

Asha Wanmali, daughter of the late Ramachandra Natesh Dravid and Saraswati Ramachandra Dravid, and wife of Sudhir Wanmali, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025. She was a good daughter, a good sister, a good wife, a good mother, a good grandmother, and a good mother-in-law. But above all else, she was a good friend.

She leaves...

Edith Jane Cieslak

Jan 24, 2025

Edith Jane (Byorick) Cieslak, age 93, passed away peacefully on January 24 in Annapolis, Maryland surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on February 20, 1931, in Plymouth, Pennsylvania to Thomas and Emma Jane Byorick. On April 26, 1952, she married Edward Charles “Toots” Cieslak, who preceded her death in 1990.

Edith was known for her...

James Mac May, Jr.

Jan 23, 2025

James “Jim” Mac May, Jr., a resident of Severn, MD, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was 71 years old. Jim was born on July 3, 1953, in Chillicothe, Ohio, and was the son of the late James Mac May, Sr. and Joan (née Buckingham) May.

Jim was...