Obituaries

Brenda Tyson

Brenda Tyson

Nov 23, 2025

BRENDA LEE TYSON

April 2, 1952 to November 23, 2025

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." - 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Brenda Lee Tyson, 73, lost her battle with ovarian cancer on November 23, 2025 at Hospice of the Chesapeake located in Waldorf, Maryland.

Brenda was one of thirteen children to Marion & Everett Kreamer...

Chiemelie Iworah

Chiemelie Iworah

Nov 15, 2025

Chiemelie Lauren-Jordan Iworah, 14, of Clinton, Maryland, passed peacefully at Children's National Hospital, Saturday, November 15, 2025. Chiemelie "Chi Chi" was born January 5, 2011 to Ngozi and Ikechukwu Iworah. She will be remembered for her charms, angelic, loving and peaceful disposition. She brightens and lights up everywhere she is despite her limitations. Chiemelie is survived by her loving parents,...

Elizabeth Ann Jaskulski

Elizabeth Ann Jaskulski

Nov 14, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth (Bette) Jaskulski who left us peacefully on November 14, 2025 at the age of 92. Bette was a resident at Spiritrust Village, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Bette was born in New Brunswick, and raised in Dunellen, New Jersey. Throughout her life she also resided in Piscataway, New Jersey, Upper Marlboro,...

John Louis Whitehead

John Louis Whitehead

Nov 13, 2025

John Louis Whitehead, 74, formerly of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, passed away peacefully in his Berlin, Maryland home on November 13, 2025, after a long illness.

John was born in Burlington, Vermont, on December 5, 1950, the son of the late Donald Wharton Whitehead and the late Margaret Adelaide (Sharpe) Whitehead.

As a young child, John moved to Stoughton, Massachusetts, where he graduated...

Dorothy Ann Lewis

Dorothy Ann Lewis

Nov 13, 2025

Accomplished writer and teacher Dorothy Ann “Dolly” Lewis passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, with her loved ones by her side. She was 76 years old.

Born in Washington, D.C., Dolly was the loving daughter of Teresa and Orville Stanton. She met and married the love of her life, William “Chip” E. Lewis, on August 28, 1971. Their lifelong love...

John Anthony DeMino Sr

John Anthony DeMino Sr

Nov 11, 2025

John Anthony DeMino, Sr, (Pop), 90, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025. Born in Washington, DC to parents Dr. Joseph and Josephine DeMino.

Raised in Washington DC on Sheridan Street he attended Calvin Coolidge High School. After High School, John joined the United States Army and served in the 101st Airborne Division Fort Jackson, S.C., Company B, 506th Airborne Infantry...

Mark Evan Clark

Mark Evan Clark

Nov 10, 2025

Mark Evan Clark of Owings, Maryland passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025.

He was born on January 5, 1957 to Evan and Alice Clark. He attended Dover High School in New Hampshire and graduated in 1975. In the late 1970’s, he relocated to Camp Springs, Maryland to attend Prince George’s Community College where his father taught radiology. He took a...

Shelton Harry Wade Jr

Shelton Harry Wade Jr

Nov 10, 2025

Shelton Wade was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He was born in Washington, DC, to Laura M. Young (Stewart Brewer) and later adopted by Shelton H. Wade and Rosie Wade. He left home to drive trucks, then went into the Army and served in Vietnam during the War in the 101 Airborne Division. He later returned...

John Leroy Herbert

John Leroy Herbert

Nov 10, 2025

John Leroy Herbert, lovingly known as "Butch," peacefully passed away on November 10, 2025, at his home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on July 2, 1943, to William and Iona Herbert of District Heights, Maryland. He graduated from Suitland High School in 1961 and later earned an Associate Degree in Business from Prince George's Community College. He...

June Ann Moore-McComas

June Ann Moore-McComas

Nov 9, 2025

June Moore (Mitchler) McComas passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 9. She was 87 years old.

June was born in Washington, D.C. and was the first of three children. After initially being hired as a six-week temporary receptionist, June used the opportunity to create an almost 30 year lifelong career at the Maryland Federal Savings and Loan Bank...

Bibi Budhu

Bibi Budhu

Nov 9, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bibi Nazalene Budhu (Diana)

June 9, 1957 – November 9, 2025

Bibi Nazalene Budhu, affectionately known to family and friends as Diana, passed away on November 9, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born on June 9, 1957, in Guyana to Raffuiddin and Jaitoon, Diana’s life was a beautiful reflection of kindness, generosity, and...

Robert Braswell

Robert Braswell

Nov 6, 2025

Robert Glenn Braswell, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, died of natural

causes at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, Md., on Thursday,

November 6, 2025. He was 91 years old.

Mr. Braswell was born in Smithfield, North Carolina on January 29, 1934 to

William F. and Carrie E. Braswell. Mr. Braswell was a veteran of the Korean

War, having served in the United States Army, 3...

Joyce Elaine Smithwick

Joyce Elaine Smithwick

Nov 1, 2025

Joyce Elaine Smithwick, a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025. To the day she passed, Joyce maintained her kindness, grace, compassion, and love of her family and friends. She expressed gratitude for her long life full of wonderful and varied experiences. She will be deeply missed by all who had the...

Heidi Boettcher DeConcini

Heidi Boettcher DeConcini

Nov 1, 2025

Heidi Boettcher DeConcini, 78, of Crofton, Maryland, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

It is with sadness but deep love that we announce that Heidi went to be with the Lord. She will be remembered for her unwavering faith; her grace and class; her kindness, generosity, and genuine sweetness towards others. She was a treasured aunt, loving sister, devoted wife...

James William Lee

James William Lee

Oct 31, 2025

James William Lee, a proud veteran of the United States Navy devoted 22 years of service and devoted husband father passed away peacefully in Maryland on October 31, 2025, at the age of 103.

Born on July 25, 1922, in New York to the late James and Anna R. (Tesch) Lee, in Bellevue Hospital. James lived a long and fulfilling life...

Shelly M Corcoran

Shelly M Corcoran

Oct 31, 2025

Shelly Mitchell Corcoran, a vibrant spirit and beloved member of the Huntingtown community, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at the age of 50, after a courageous six-year battle with a solitary fibrous tumor. Born on May 20, 1975, in Washington, DC, Shelly was raised in La Plata, MD, where she attended La Plata High School, excelling in field...

Melissa Thomas-Wicks

Melissa Thomas-Wicks

Oct 29, 2025

In Loving Memory of Melissa Thomas-Wicks November 12, 1951 – October 29, 2025

Melissa Thomas-Wicks passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025. Born on November 12, 1951, to Nellie and Tinsley Thomas Sr., Melissa lived a life rooted in faith, service, and love.

At age 31, she met and married the love of her life, James Thomas Wicks—a union truly made in...

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