Obituaries

Christopher Baden

Christopher Baden

Feb 18, 2026

Christopher M. Baden, whose generous spirit, offbeat sense of humor and steadfast loyalty made him beloved among his family and friends, passed away on Feb. 18 after a short battle with metastatic cancer. He had turned 62 earlier that month. 

For decades Chris lived in New York City with his wife, Delphine Harper, pursuing careers in retail, nonprofit social services and...

Marjorie Mae Hackenberg

Marjorie Mae Hackenberg

Feb 16, 2026

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Marjorie Mae Hackenberg (Greenbank), 75 on Monday February 16th, 2026. Marge passed away peacefully at her home in Owings, MD.

Marge was born in Wadsworth, OH on September 6th , 1950 and was the daughter of the late Chester Greenbank and the late Josephine Greenbank (Zollinger) of Rittman, OH. Marge...

Nancy Lee Stillwell

Nancy Lee Stillwell

Feb 15, 2026

Nancy Lee (Cooke) Stillwell, 63, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026.

Born on August 30, 1962 to Donald & Lois Cooke, Nancy was raised in Forestville, Maryland, with her beloved sister, Susan, and graduated from Suitland High School in 1980. She married John in 1982. From this union, they had one child, Amy, in 1992. In 1997, after residing in...

Charles Cornell Butler

Charles Cornell Butler

Feb 12, 2026

Charles Cornell Butler, 73, of Clinton, Maryland, passed peacefully Thursday, February 12, 2026. Charles was born to the late James and Mary Butler November 15, 1952, at Freedmen's Hospital in Washington, D.C. He was raised in Forestville and Upper Marlboro and graduated from Suitland Sr. High School in 1970. Charles was married to Laura Lanham from 1973 - 1981 and...

Jeremiah Ronald Pearson

Jeremiah Ronald Pearson

Feb 11, 2026

Jeremiah Ronald “Pudge” Pearson, born August 3, 1987, in Bethesda, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and quiet strength that will live on in all who knew him.

Jeremiah was the beloved son of Pamela D. Hicks and Elnardo V. Hicks, and a devoted brother to Nicolia Pearson. From an early age, he carried a warmth and humor...

James Robert Bookwalter Sr

James Robert Bookwalter Sr

Feb 11, 2026

James Robert Bookwalter, Sr. passed away at home peacefully surrounded by family on February 11, 2026. Born the oldest of three sons to Mirion Robert (Buck) Bookwalter and Alberta Freed on October 10, 1941, in Washington, DC, Jimmy enjoyed many escapades with his younger brothers, Jack and Rodney.

Jimmy a/k/a Jim was educated in the Prince George’s County Public Schools. After...

Michael Craig Nesky

Michael Craig Nesky

Feb 11, 2026

Michael Craig Nesky was born to his late parents, Anthony Nesky, Jr. and Betty Nesky, on October 1, 1969 in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Mike was born with Down Syndrome, which presented his family with some unique challenges, but also brought the family some unique joys.

Mike's open and loving personality was evident from the start. He had an infectious, silly sense of humor,...

Donald Prince Rankin

Donald Prince Rankin

Feb 10, 2026

Donald was born on July 07, 1934, in Youngstown Ohio to Scott and Thelma Rankin. The seventh child that was born on the seventh day. He graduated from North High School in 1952. After graduating high school, he joined the U.S. Air Force. During his time in the Air Force, he met his wife “Thel” in Thailand and they married...

Laura Alice Walker

Laura Alice Walker

Feb 8, 2026

With deep love and remembrance, we honor the life of Laura Alice Walker, who departed this life on Sunday, February 8, 2026.

Laura Alice Walker was born on April 24, 1949, in Halifax County, North Carolina, to the late James Mitchell, Sr. and Almeta Harvey Mitchell. From humble beginnings, Laura grew into a woman of strength, grace, and unwavering devotion to...

Rebecca Ann Pullman

Rebecca Ann Pullman

Feb 7, 2026

Rebecca Ann (Becky) Pullman of Owings, MD passed peacefully on February 07, 2026. Born on Christmas day 1956 her bright star will continue to shine in all of us.

She was the loving wife of 40 years to Richard Pullman, mother to Sean and Austin Pullman and little sister to Richard Clifton and Cathy Hollar. Along with the niece of Mary...

Anthony V Colicchio Jr

Anthony V Colicchio Jr

Feb 5, 2026

Anthony “Tony” Colicchio passed over into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father, Lord & Savior, on the 5th of February, no longer enduring earthly pain and suffering.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Laura, and brothers David, Mark & John, as well as his sister-in-law, Elizabeth, brother-in-law, Clevie, nephew Joshua and family, and niece, Alexandra.

Tony miraculously fought a long and...

Stephen Michael Merillat

Stephen Michael Merillat

Feb 4, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Michael Merillat, 83, of Solomons, Maryland, who departed this life on February 4, 2026. Born on July 13, 1942, in Washington, D.C., Stephen was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Stephen, a committed business owner in the pool industry, founded and operated Merillat Pools & Aqua Maintenance...

Bertelle Olson Wilson

Bertelle Olson Wilson

Feb 3, 2026

**Obituary for Bertelle Olson Wilson**It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Bertelle Olson Wilson, a beloved father, dedicated chef, and cherished member of the community, who departed from this world on February 3, 2026, at the age of 99. Born on May 11, 1926, in Issue, Maryland, Bertelle lived a rich and fulfilling life, characterized...

Jeanne H Kennedy

Jeanne H Kennedy

Feb 2, 2026

Jeanne Higgins Kennedy passed away peacefully at her home on February 2, 2026, after bravely facing multiple health challenges over the years. Even in her final days, Jeanne maintained her kindness, grace, compassion, love of family and friends, and expressed gratitude for her long life, full of wonderful and varied experiences.

Jeanne was born in September 1946 in Panama, South America,...

Anne Marie Gatta

Anne Marie Gatta

Feb 2, 2026

Anne Marie Gatta, 88, of Morningside, Maryland, passed peacefully Monday, February 2, 2026. Anne was born to the late Ethel and Ernest Bradley in Washington, DC February 16, 1937. Her childhood was spent in D.C., where she met the love of her life, James Louis Gatta, on a streetcar on the way to their high school. Together they built a...

Robert Clarence Parker Jr.

Robert Clarence Parker Jr.

Feb 1, 2026

Robert Parker Jr was born on July 9, 1952 in Washington, DC to Robert Parker Sr. and Romona (Gardner) Parker.

He was educated in DC public schools, graduating from Paul Lawrence Dunbar Senior High School in 1970.

Robert started his career at the Census Bureau in Suitland, MD and worked various positions in the food and delivery service industries prior to retiring...

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