Obituaries

Derek Sabedra

Derek Sabedra

Jul 3, 2025

“It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Derek “Doc” Sabedra, who died peacefully on July 3, 2025, at the age of 56. Derek left this world with grace and dignity, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, mentorship, and unwavering dedication to others.

Born on February 9, 1969, in Brooklyn, New York, Derek and his...

William Lamm

William Lamm

Jun 30, 2025

With deep sadness we announce the passing of William "Bill" Lamm, Sr., 78, of Brandywine, MD, on Monday, June 30, 2025 at Southern Maryland Hospital's Hospice Care Unit.

Born in Washington D.C. to the late William R and Bernice Lamm on October 10, 1946. He loved farming and the outdoors, boating, fishing, riding country roads on his Harley, and especially...

Owen Royce Crump

Owen Royce Crump

Jun 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Owen Royce Crump, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left us on June 29, 2025. Owen’s journey began in Idaho, where he was born in 1948, but the warmth of Maryland became his home when he moved there in 1959. It was in Idaho during his...

SMSGT Troy Lamarlowe Hall, II

SMSGT Troy Lamarlowe Hall, II

Jun 28, 2025

SMSGT TROY LAMARLOWE "PUMP" HALL, II

TROY LAMARLOWE HALL, II WAS BORN ON NOVEMBER 30, 1988, IN NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA TO HIS WONDERFUL PARENTS MELODY HALL AND TROY HALL, SR, IN 2001, TROY WAS BLESSED WITH HIS BROTHER ANTHONY L. HALL, ON JUNE 1, 2025, TROY MARRIED THE LOVE OF HIS LIFE MALLORY J. HALL.

TROY HALL, II ENTERED INTO THE AIR...

Billie Lacefield

Billie Lacefield

Jun 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Billie Jewel Lacefield, born to the late Maxwell and Ernestine Ibach, who received her wings on June 26th, 2025, at the age of 74, surrounded by her husband and children. 

Born in Rio Grande City, Texas, Billie Lacefield entered the world embraced by the love of her parents, grandparents, and...

Garrie A Friend

Garrie A Friend

Jun 26, 2025

With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Garrie Andrew Friend, who departed this world on June 26, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on June 2, 1944, in Ivydale, West Virginia, Garrie dedicated his life to serving his community and cherishing his family.

A proud police officer with Prince George's County, Garrie...

Helen Jeanette Von Soosten

Helen Jeanette Von Soosten

Jun 26, 2025

Helen Jeanette von Soosten, 90, of Huntingtown, died on June 26, 2025, at Solomons Nursing Center in Solomons. She was born September 26, 1934 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Beatrice and Daniel Wardrip. In 1941, she was welcomed into the loving home of Rudolph and Ella Kroenke of Hepler, Kansas. Helen was confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church near Hepler and...

Rev. Dr. Priscilla Boswell

Rev. Dr. Priscilla Boswell

Jun 25, 2025

Greetings to all from the Boswell Family.

(Celebration Date is Set)

First, we would like to thank each of you for the outpouring of condolences, words of encouragement, and the many acts of kindness that we have experienced.

The memorial celebration for her is scheduled for July 8, 2025, at Pilgrim AME Church, 612-17th Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, with the Rev. Stanley...

Christa Proctor

Christa Proctor

Jun 24, 2025

Christa Lynn Proctor, 56, of Lexington Park, MD entered eternal rest on June 24, 2025.

Born November 30, 1968, in Washington, DC to the late Sylvia Catherine and James Alton Proctor, Sr.

"Chrissy" as known to many, graduated from Friendly High School, Fort Washington, MD, 1987. In 1989, she was blessed with her first-born Derick Riley. In 1994, came the...

Damon John Mogavero

Damon John Mogavero

Jun 21, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Damon John Mogavero, beloved son of John and Catherine Mogavero, who departed from this world on June 21, 2025, at the age of 53. Born in Maryland, Damon lived a life marked by kindness, compassion, and a deep connection to his family and friends.Damon was a cherished brother to...

Ignatius Gardiner Edelen Jr

Ignatius Gardiner Edelen Jr

Jun 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ignatius Gardiner Edelen Jr., a beloved husband, father, brother, son and friend, who departed this world on June 20, 2025, at the age of 89. Born in the heart of Maryland, Ignatius, dedicated his life to the craft of masonry, imparting strength and stability not just in his work,...

Alberta Freeman

Alberta Freeman

Jun 19, 2025

Alberta "Ally" Freeman- Walton, 78, passed away peacefully June 19,2025, in Falls Church, Virginia. Born on January 10, 1947, in Hagerstown, Maryland, to the late William and Elisabeth Burnett, Alberts was the youngest child in a loving family of eighteen siblings.

Known for her radiant personality, Albert brightened the lives of everyone she encountered. Her warm and welcoming nature brought people...

Gladys Cambrel-Crockett

Gladys Cambrel-Crockett

Jun 17, 2025

Gladys Roberta Cambrel-Crockett, affectionately known as

“Bert,” entered eternal rest on June 17, 2025, in Oxon Hill,

Maryland. Born on April 1, 1943, in Bluefield, West Virginia, she

lived a life defined by grace, resilience, and radiant joy. A

devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend,

Bert’s vibrant spirit and generous heart left a lasting impression on

all who had the privilege of knowing her.

The...

Glendora Howard

Glendora Howard

Jun 17, 2025

Glendora Howard, 82, passed away on June 17, 2025 in Bowie, MD. She was born April 5, 1943, in Washington, DC as the only child to the late Alfred Gilchrist and Bertha Johnson Brown. She was affectionately known as Glenny. She spent most of her life in the Washington, DC area. Her career was focused on elementary education. She dedicated...

Marcella Sawyer

Marcella Sawyer

Jun 16, 2025

Marcella Sawyer, 92, born on March 10, 1933, in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, passed away peacefully in Culpepper, VA on June 16, 2025. She was born in the very home that now houses the local priest, a symbol of the deep roots she held in the community she loved. Marcella was a devoted mother to two children, John and Rebecca Sawyer....

Karen Marie Bennett

Karen Marie Bennett

Jun 14, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Karen Marie Bennett, age 69, of Prince Frederick MD. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by love on June 14, 2025, just hours shy of her 70th birthday. Born in Phoenix, Arizona – raised in Maryland. Karen dedicated her life to her family and career and found...

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