Obituaries

John Kenneth Raney Sr

John Kenneth Raney Sr

Sep 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Kenneth “Ken” Raney Sr., who departed this life on September 27, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on October 29, 1945, in Baltimore, Maryland, Ken was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend to all who knew him.

Ken dedicated five years of his life to the United...

Hilma R McClain

Hilma R McClain

Sep 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hilma Romaine McClain, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who departed this life peacefully on September 27, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on November 29, 1932, in Cook County, Illinois, Hilma’s journey through life was one of unwavering love, devotion, and service to her family...

William Allen  Pennoyer

William Allen Pennoyer

Sep 24, 2025

Rusty passed away after having a spinal cord injury in April. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Dorothy Pennoyer: His brother Craig Pennoyer and grandson Adam N. Pennoyer Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Linda, of 34 years. His Children Emily Lee (David), Adam Pennoyer (Shena), Sister Patricia Gibbs. Grandchildren Rebecca Lee, Taylor Lee, Aidan...

Karen Quander

Karen Quander

Sep 23, 2025

On February 20, 1950, Karen Diane Long was born to Garland Garfield Long Sr and Gussie Elaine Perkins Long in Clifton Forge Virginia. In her early childhood she lived in Charleston, West Virginia until her father’s sudden death. After her father’s death, the family moved to Washington DC where she attended school until graduation in 1968.

She attended the university of...

George Harrell

George Harrell

Sep 22, 2025

George Harrell, Jr., affectionately known as "Bubby", was born in Ahoskie, North Carolina on July 27, 1953 to Herbert George Harrell, Sr. and Viola Britt Harrell. He transitioned from this life on September 22, 2025. A devoted father and grandfather, Bubby had an unwavering love for his family. He had four children, he was preceded in death by Kevin "Deon"...

Thomas C Stommel

Thomas C Stommel

Sep 21, 2025

Thomas Carl Stommel answered his last call on September 21, 2025, at 1:26 am when he passed away peacefully in Baltimore Maryland at the age of 83. He was born in Washington DC on April 20, 1942, to Walter A. Stommel and Eleanor M. Stommel (Hogue).

Thomas grew up in District Heights Maryland and graduated from Suitland High School.

He had a...

James Lawrence Atchison, Sr.

James Lawrence Atchison, Sr.

Sep 19, 2025

James Lawrence Atchison Sr., known to many as Sam, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, after a brave three year battle with cancer, with his loving wife, Susie, and son, J.J. by his side.

Sam was deeply loved and respected by all who knew him. He was known for his unwavering patience, calm demeanor, caring nature, and genuine appreciation for...

John Johnson

John Johnson

Sep 18, 2025



John Walter Johnson, was born in Cheltenham, Maryland, on December 24, 1930, to the late John and Cora Johnson. He was the second of 11 children from this union.

After graduating from Douglass High School in June 1948, John enrolled in Cortez Peters Business School in Washington, D.C.

In 1951, John joined the United States Air Force serving four years active duty...

Martin J Oberman Jr

Martin J Oberman Jr

Sep 16, 2025

Martin (Marty) James Oberman, Jr., age 66, of Edgewater, MD., passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025.

Marty is survived by his beloved wife, Stephanie Ann Ray; his children Katerine (Nick) Pendergraph, Martin (aka Mac) and Liam Oberman and two grandchildren, Ronan and Mazie Pendergraph; his loving mother, Betty P. Oberman, siblings Cindy (Mark) Morgan, Maria (Todd) Melton, and Kevin Oberman,...

Edward "Bobby" Travis

Edward "Bobby" Travis

Sep 16, 2025

Edward “Bobby” Travis

 Sunrise July 10, 1946 – Sunset September 16, 2025 

On September 16, 2025, Edward Travis departed this world and was called home to be with our Father in Heaven. Edward Travis, affectionately known as “Bobby” was the third of twelve siblings born to the late Charlie Sr. and Martha Spears Travis July 10, 1946, in Liberty, Mississippi. Edward met...

David Stewart

David Stewart

Sep 15, 2025

David Daniel Stewart, 64, was called home on September 15, 2025. Dave was the type of person that could walk into a room and make you feel like you knew him. He was full of personality and could talk to anyone about anything. 

Dave loved life and spending time with his family. He especially loved the family, and friends gatherings for...

Elizabeth Florence Kern

Elizabeth Florence Kern

Sep 12, 2025

Elizabeth "Belle" Kern, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and selflessness.

Born in Pennsylvania and raised in Florida, Belle met the love of her life, John Kern, at the young age of 14 when he moved in across the street. Their childhood friendship blossomed into a lifelong partnership, and...

Robert Douglas Weems

Robert Douglas Weems

Sep 10, 2025

Robert 'Bobby' Douglas Weems was born on December 6, 1926, to Philip and Mattie Yoe Weems of Port Republic, Maryland. He was preceded in death by his brother Gardner Weems, his sister Rebecca Weems Angelella, his wife Betty Lee (Prout) Weems, his son Gordon Douglas Weems, and his granddaughter Katherine Curran (Rossow) Martin. He is survived by his brother Mason...

Lillie Hughes

Lillie Hughes

Sep 4, 2025

Lillie Hughes, 86, passed away on September 4, 2025, in Mississippi.

The visitation for Lillie Hughes will be held on Saturday, September 27th from 2pm until 4pm at Lee Funeral Home in Clinton, Maryland. Burial at Arlington at a later date.

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