Obituaries

Feb 26, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Maryland Gibson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away peacefully on February 26, 2024. She was born to Benjamin "Benny" Oliver and Estella Mae Whitehead in Pennsylvania County, Virginia, and grew into a cherished presence in the lives of all who knew her. Maryland graduated from...

Feb 25, 2024

A Celebration of Junius’ Life

On Sunday, February 25, 2024, after a brief illness, Junius Clinton Hicks, ninety-two and a half years young, beloved husband of Anna Elizabeth Johnson Hicks (predeceased), passed away peacefully in the arms of Jesus in the comfort of his home. His parents, Joe Washington Hicks and Lillie Mae Hicks Morgan, and his eight siblings, William Mae; Rosa; Joe Washington; Alice Lillian; Doward Bellmon; Robert Lee; Dennis Allen; and Anna Lucille preceded Junius in death.

Left to continue his legacy of Christ- centered love are his three loving daughters: “Dot” Martha Hicks, Gwendolyn H. Degraffinreid, and Patricia H. Long; three granddaughters: Anna Degraffinreid, Tracy Degraffinreid Foster, and Lindsay Lee Long; son-in-law, Clinton E. Long; grandson-in-law, Kmele Foster; and two great grandchildren, Lia and Coen Foster. Also left to continue his legacy of Christ-centered love are a host of wonderful relatives and friends in Christ Jesus who are eagerly awaiting Christ’s return and will be eager to see Junius again.

Junius was born on June 18, 1931, in Blackstone, Virginia. He was the seventh out of nine children born to...

Feb 25, 2024

In Loving Memory of William Darrell “Buzz” Bang William Darrell “Buzz” Bang, 71, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife and family on February 25, 2024, following a brief but courageous battle with esophageal cancer.  He is survived by his wife Debbie, sons Chris (Ashley) and Billy, grandchildren Mason and Brinley, brother David Bang (Rian), sister Mary Birt,...

Feb 24, 2024

Sonia Helen Grushka, 93 of Lenior, North Carolina passed away on Feb 24, 2024. She

was born on July 2, 1930, in Layland, West Virginia to Mike and Nellie Romage.

 

Sonia met her husband, Joe, while attending her brother’s wedding. They were married

three months later. She was a dedicated Air Force wife creating a loving home for her

husband and three daughters wherever...

Feb 23, 2024

Jeff was born June 14, 1963, in Washington, D.C. to Michael and Carol Nigro and was called home on February 23, 2024. 

A beloved father and grandfather, Jeff is survived by his daughters, Melissa and Brittany, and his new granddaughter Nova.

Jeff graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics, and from the Community...

Feb 21, 2024

JoAnn Clifton, age 79, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, initially raised in Suitland and Hillside/District Heights, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. JoAnn was born on Friday, July 13, 1944, in Washington, D.C., to Raymond "Dutch" Robert Gramlich Sr. and Clara Christine (Travers) Gramlich. JoAnn is preceded in death by her mother, Clara, her father, Raymond, her brother, Raymond Robert...

Feb 18, 2024

Patricia Foster Shumaker, "Patty" 75, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, passed suddenly Sunday, February 18, 2024. Patty was born May 7, 1948, in Washington D.C. to the late Ross and Helen Foster. 

 

She grew up in Oxon Hill, Maryland and graduated from Oxon Hill High School where she was a cheerleader. She was a huge Redskins Fan and an avid gardener....

Feb 15, 2024

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Thomas Parish, 1517 18th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036 on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm. Reception to follow. 

Feb 13, 2024

Ricardo Carnell Ransom was born on October 8, 1966, to Jerold Ransom and Sandra Ransom (nee McIllwain) in Washington, DC. Ricardo was educated in the District of Columbia Public Schools System. As a youngster, he discovered his love of music and was a talented trombone player. He grew up playing music in the church. He was a member of the...

Feb 8, 2024

Elizabeth C. Smith passed away in her home in Lothian, MD on February 8, 2024 joining her parents Carl and Dorothea her sister Deborah and Grandparents in their eternal home. 

She is survived by her two children Heather and Joseph. Her grandchildren Aidyn and Arielle. Her sister Stephanie. Three nephews Buster, Jason, and Michael Jr. One niece Marie. Her two brother...

Feb 7, 2024

Reginald “Bop” Queen passed away peacefully internal life on February 7, 2024, at Franklin Square Medical Hospital. Reginald was the 4 eldest children of 14 children to Walter and Dorothy Queen. Reginald leaves to cherish his memories daughter Shadonna Queen, 2 grandsons Michael Tobe Jr and Marcus Tobe, 1 great grandson Michael M Tobe. 

Feb 6, 2024

Maurice E. Wildbore (Age 88) of Accokeek, MD died on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Doris. He leaves behind to cherish in his memory 3 children, Wayne Wildbore, Sharon Sweet (Will), and Kim Edwards (Jeff); 9 grandchildren, 4 great grand children, nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held Thursday, Feb. 15,...

Feb 6, 2024

Feb 4, 2024

Donte Javon Pitt, 32, transitioned peacefully to his heavenly home on Sunday, February 4. 2024. He was born on February 9, 1991, in Clinton, MD. He leaves to mourn his loving mom, Demetria Jeneen Graves, his dad Donte Javon Pitt Sr, his son Donte Javon Pitt III, his grandad, Randy Pitt and grandmother Ida Diane Graves , aunts, uncles, cousins...

Feb 3, 2024

Anastasia Mae Gumbel

Catonsville MD

12/28/05–2/3/24

Age 18

 

Our beloved Anastasia Mae (Mitch) Gumbel passed from this Earth on February 3, 2024 after a 

long battle with mental illness. She is survived by her adoring and devoted parents, James and

Nancy Gumbel, precious siblings Grant and Francesca, and her Nonna, Bobbie Prestianni.

Also surviving are her Aunt Julie Mitchell, Uncle Jack Mitchell, Aunt Liz Gumbel, Uncle Paul

and...

Feb 1, 2024

Ann M. Ermer was born on January 31,1930 in Washington D.C to Alice and Frederick Preusser. She passed away on February 1, 2024 at the age of 94. She was the beloved wife of the late Phillip L. Ermer Sr and loving mother to Kathy Soucy (Chuck), Tom Ermer, late Phyllis Glazer (Steve) and late Phillip L. Ermer Jr. Ann...

Jan 31, 2024

Dorothy B. Troutman died peacefully on January 31, 2024 at her home in Upper Marlboro, MD.  Troutman, a civic activist who became an expert in zoning laws for Prince George’s County and coined the phrase “Keep Marlboro Country”, was 101.

Indomitable Dorothy was the daughter of a veterinarian, grew up before the era of electricity and running water, and attended a...

Jan 31, 2024

Joseph William Scanlon, 61, of North Beach, MD passed away on Jan 31, 2024 from stage four lung cancer. Joe was born on September 22, 1962 to Thomas Irving Scanlon Jr. & Willie Mae Henderson in Cheverly, MD.

After graduating from Bladensburg High School in 1981, he started his first Job at a restaurant as a night cook. His second job...

Jan 30, 2024

Doug Hall of Dunkirk, MD passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 30, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife Jean, his sons Jason and Andrew, brothers Steve, Dave, Nick, Eddie, and Bobby, sisters Karen, Judy, and Debora, seven nieces. Seven Nephews and countless friends regarded as family.

He was preceded in death by his mother Jessie Lea Hall,...

Jan 30, 2024

Juan was born August 12, 1936, in Washington, D.C. to Antonio and Isabel Aranda and was called home on January 30, 2024.

He was the beloved husband for 57 years to Betty (Biggs) Aranda (10/22/1936 - 06/05/2013) and beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by 3 children; Maria Klein (Herb), Juan Aranda (Janet), Luis Aranda (Marsha) along with 8...