Obituaries

Nathan Nevelle Newman

Nathan Nevelle Newman

Feb 15, 2026

Nathan Newman, age 70, peacefully passed away on February 15th, 2026, due to an unexpected stroke. Nathan was born on January 21st, 1956, to the late Joseph Conway and Mary Helen Newman in Cheverly, Maryland. Nathan was the youngest of 10 siblings; gone but never forgotten Regina, Jaunita, Joseph, Ann, Melvin, Burnett, and still blessing the Newman family, Sherman, Goria,...

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...

David Moreno

David Moreno

Feb 7, 2026

David Moreno, 91, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, passed peacefully Saturday, February 7, 2026. David was born to the late Nicolas and Mary (Hill) Moreno in San Antonio, Texas on January 23, 1935. After childhood in San Antonio, David joined the United States Air Force. He married his high school sweetheart, Emma Tamez, in March 1955. David and Emma had three...

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...

Robert Anthony Klimek, Jr.

Robert Anthony Klimek, Jr.

Jan 30, 2026

Colonel Robert Anthony Klimek, Jr., USAF (Ret.)

"Bob"

November 13, 1933 - January 30, 2026

Robert Anthony Klimek, Jr. was born on November 13, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois. He enlisted in the Air Force during the Korean War. Following graduation from pilot training with the class of 55-I, he began his Air Force pilot career as a Second Lieutenant. In his flying career...

William "Ray" Martin

William "Ray" Martin

Jan 30, 2026

William Ray Martin, known to many as Ray, passed away on January 30, 2026, at Baylor Scott & White Centennial Medical Center in Frisco, Texas. He was born on January 20, 1945, in Lake City, Tennessee.

Ray attended Lake City High School in Lake City, Tennessee, and later Chamberlain Vocational High School in Washington, D.C. Early in his working life, he...

Pastor James Lewis Lowther

Pastor James Lewis Lowther

2026

James Lewis Lowther, age 75, of Upper Marlboro, MD, went home to his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 30, 2026. Beloved husband of Jean Marie Lowther (Skow). Loving father of Thomas (Tammy) Lowther, Philip (Pam) Lowther, Mark (Jessica) Lowther, Jason (Marie) Lowther, and Jeremiah (Meghan) Lowther. Devoted grandfather of Summer, Micah, Abigail, Noah, Karis, Emma, Kayla, Josiah, Hannah, Gideon,...

Joyce Marie Mack

Joyce Marie Mack

Jan 29, 2026

Joyce M. Mack, 87, passed into the loving arms of Jesus with her sister and niece by her side on January 29, 2026.

Joyce’s nurturing spirit, unwavering love and kindness she shared with everyone that knew her will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. We will all cherish the many ways she made everyone feel loved and...

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