Obituaries

Douglas Harvey

Douglas Harvey

Jan 26, 2021

Douglas (Doug) James Harvey (affectionately known as Smiley), of Brandywine, MD, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 after a hard-fought battle with Alzheimer’s. Doug, born to Jacqueline (Jackie) Harvey and Dr. Lester James Harvey in Bellflower, California, took his first breath on September 14, 1955. He lived in California, Michigan, Puerto Rico, and Illinois before calling Maryland his home....

Jude Maloney, (Abi)

Jude Maloney, (Abi)

Jan 25, 2021

Jude was a loving child, sibling, and friend. Any person who knew or worked with Jude knows what a kind, brilliant, quirky, and tender hearted person Jude was. Jude touched many lives and will be greatly missed by all. The family will receive friends at Lee Funeral Home, 8200 Jennifer Lane, Owings, MD 20736 on Tuesday February 2, 2021 from...

Suzanne Marie Oliver

Suzanne Marie Oliver

Jan 25, 2021

Suzanne Marie Oliver of Huntingtown, MD, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021 at the age of 68. She was born in Washington, DC, on November 24, 1952 to Geneva Elizabeth [Dennison] and Bennie Eugene Garrett. Suzanne was a graduate of Calvert High School. She was the loving mother of Dwain Oliver (Tammy), sister of Carol Melvin, devoted grandmother of...

Lorna Jessie Purvis

Lorna Jessie Purvis

Jan 24, 2021

January 30, 1934 – January 24, 2021 Lorna Jessie Purvis, age 86, resident of Chesapeake Beach, MD, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 24, 2021, after a long battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her husband, George N. Purvis, Jr.; brothers, Nic and Roy Cass; one sister, Iris Mason from England; and grandchildren, Alyson and Ryan...

John Ralph Newman

John Ralph Newman

Jan 24, 2021

With great sadness, the family announces the death of John "Ralph" Newman, a resident of Port Republic, MD, who passed away of natural causes on Sunday, January 24, 2021 at the age of 90. He was born in Washington, D.C. to Spencer and Sarah Gertrude Newman. Ralph is survived by Sylvia, his beloved wife of seventy years, and his children...

Brenda Ann Baker

Brenda Ann Baker

Jan 23, 2021

The Lord called Brenda Ann (Garrette) Baker home to be with Him on January 23, 2021 in Waldorf, MD. Brenda Ann (Garrette) Baker was born on July 12, 1971, in Lafayette, Louisiana to the late Fredrick Garrette and Adeline Comeaux Garrette. Brenda grew up in Opelousas, Louisiana. She confessed religion at an early age and baptized at the Holy Ghost...

Dorothy Veronica Proctor

Dorothy Veronica Proctor

Jan 23, 2021

Dorothy Veronica Proctor was born in Washington, D.C. to James Swann and Maggie Lee Swann. Dorothy lived in the Upper Marlboro and Clinton, Maryland areas. Dorothy attuned Prince George's County Public Schools and graduated from Frederick Douglas High School in Upper Marlboro, MD. Dorothy married Joseph Pierce Proctor and from that union they had 3 children: Yolanda Doreen, Steven Gregory,...

Bernice Robinson

Bernice Robinson

Jan 22, 2021

On Friday, January 22, 2021, Bernice Robinson peacefully departed this life in the comfort of her home in Clinton, Maryland. Bernice was preceded in death by her mother Janie English Richardson, eldest sister Mamie Nell Watkins, youngest brother Ricky Richardson, and beloved niece Cheryl Bennett. Bernice was born on July 24, 1941 in Sumter, South Carolina to Janie English Richardson....

William "Dinky" Irvin James Sr.

William "Dinky" Irvin James Sr.

Jan 21, 2021

William "Dinky" Irvin James, Sr., age 45 of Bladensburg, MD 20710 passed away on January 21, 2021. Born on August 24, 1975 to Jessie Marie (Cooper) Collins and the late Gerald R. James Born in Washington, DC but moved to Maryland at the age of 9. Completed education and some college. Worked until having to retire at the early age...

Mary Regina Coakley

Mary Regina Coakley

Jan 21, 2021

Mary “Regina” Coakley, resident of Annapolis (formally of Upper Marlboro, MD) passed away on January 21, 2021 at the age of 95 years. Born in Washington, DC, daughter of Cora A. and Philip L. Roache. Regina attended and graduated from Notre Dame Academy in DC. She met and married Chester Coakley and raised their 5 children in Upper Marlboro. She...

William Murrie Clevenger

William Murrie Clevenger

Jan 21, 2021

With great sadness, the family of William Murrie Clevenger announces his passing on January 21, 2021, at the age of 89. Born in Plainfield, New Jersey, Bill spent his life serving his country at home and abroad, eventually settling in Lower Marlboro, Maryland, with his wife Mary Whitall Thomas Clevenger and their three children. After graduating from the Hotchkiss School...

Dorothy Norfleet

Dorothy Norfleet

Jan 21, 2021

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Babarinde Olaseni Awokere

Babarinde Olaseni Awokere

Jan 19, 2021

"Babs" as he was called by everyone; was born in Baltimore City, MD to his loving parents: Dr. and Mrs. Abayomi Awokere. Our family relocated to Lagos, Nigeria in early 80s where he attended school [primary to high school]. He came back to Maryland in his teenage years, where he reside till his passing. As a pastime he enjoyed watching...

Suzanne Renee Douglas

Suzanne Renee Douglas

Jan 18, 2021

Suzanne Renee Douglas, 51, of Junction City, KS, passed away on January 18, 2021. Suzanne was born on September 27, 1969, in Cheverly, MD, to Richard and Patricia (Davis) Davies. She graduated from Calvert high school in 1987 in Prince Frederick, MD. After high school she attended culinary school. She later moved to Junction City, KS. Her love was being...

Matthew Raymond Szymczak

Matthew Raymond Szymczak

Jan 18, 2021

Matthew R. Szymczak, a resident of North Beach, MD, died of natural causes on Jan. 18, 2021 at the age of 60. Matt is survived by his wife, Kelly; his daughters Sonni, Hailey, and Michelle; and his sisters Barbara and Christine. Matt was born in South Bend, Indiana on Sept. 23, 1960 to Stanley and Natalie Szymczak. He attended Indiana...

Thomas "Sonny" Gardiner

Thomas "Sonny" Gardiner

Jan 17, 2021

Thomas “Sonny” Gardiner formally of Brandywine, Maryland passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, January 17, 2021. Sonny was born to the late Richard and Margaret Gardiner on November 16, 1962. Sonny grew up in Croom, Maryland on a small tobacco farm with his sisters and brothers; John, Sissy, Charles, Richard, Ernie, Priscilla, Claudia, Margaret, and...

Judson Elwood Holmes Sr.

Judson Elwood Holmes Sr.

Jan 17, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of Judson “Slick” Elwood Holmes Sr., of Huntingtown, MD, announce his passing on January 17, 2021, at age 79. Judson, the first of ten siblings, was born in Midland, VA on April 4, 1941 to the late Judson and Ethel Holmes. Judson will be sadly missed by his loving wife and best...

Marvin Charles Freeman

Marvin Charles Freeman

Jan 16, 2021

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Patricia "Patti" Rice

Patricia "Patti" Rice

Jan 16, 2021

Patricia “Patti” Rice formally of Clinton, Maryland transitioned on Saturday, January 16, 2021. Patti was the loving wife to the late John Wesley Rice Sr. Patti is survived by her sons, Jay (Judy) Rice, Jimmy (Donna) Rice, and Kenny (Anita) Rice; 15 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and a host of foster children. Patti was proud of her 3 grandchildren who...

Sylvia Ernestine Biggs

Sylvia Ernestine Biggs

Jan 16, 2021

Sylvia Biggs of Fort Washington, MD passed away on January 16, 2021, at the age of 84. She was born in Washington, DC to the late Ernest Edwards and Alice Fisher on August 24, 1936. Sylvia graduated from Oxon Hill High School in 1954. The beloved wife of the late Robert (Bob) Biggs. Sylvia is survived by her son, Robert...

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