Mar 28, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Evelyn Virginia Bass, a beloved mother, cherished friend, and dedicated professional, who left this world on March 28, 2026, one day before her 99th birthday. Evelyn was born on March 29, 1927, in Washington, DC, and spent her life in service to others, most notably as a Computer Assistant...

Mar 27, 2026

Jerome Ephriam Smith, 70, of New Carrollton, Maryland, passed peacefully Friday March 27, 2026. Jerome was born in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late William Neal Ephriam Smith Sr., and late Erma Lee Nichols Smith. Jerome bravely and faithfully served our country in the United States Army & Army Reserve, enlisting in 1975. Jerome also worked for the Navy Civil Service...

Mar 25, 2026

James Winfield Proctor Jr. (“Jim,” “Stumpy,” “Pop”) was born November 21, 1937, in Washington, D.C., and entered eternal rest on March 25, 2026.

Raised in Clinton, Maryland, he was educated in D.C. and Prince George’s County, MD schools and graduated from Frederick Douglass High School – Class of 1955. He married his beloved wife, Mary Launice (Swann)Proctor, in 1959, and together...

Mar 24, 2026

Kenny L. Thompson (Sonny), 52, of North Beach, MD, passed away unexpectedly on March 24, 2026. Born February 3, 1974, he was raised by the late Kenneth and Gloria Archibald.

Kenny was employed by Freestate Electric for 30 years, where his dedication, strong work ethic, and willingness to help others left a lasting impression on everyone he worked with. His influence extended beyond...

Mar 16, 2026

Mar 16, 2026

Susan J. Shettle, 76, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026.

Born on June 29, 1949, in Washington, D.C., Susan was the beloved daughter of the late Rudolph Henry Naber and Neidra Ladine Naber. She lived a life rooted in love, curiosity, and quiet devotion to her family.

Susan shared a remarkable 50-year journey of love and partnership with her devoted husband,...

Mar 14, 2026

Doris Virginia Beavers, 86, of Capital Heights, Maryland, passed peacefully Saturday, March 14, 2026. Doris was born October 9, 1939 in Oxon Hill, Maryland, to the late Mary Helen Smith and Carlton Howard. Doris worked for Briggs Meat Co. and Star Catering for 28 years.

Doris enjoyed going to lunch weekly with family and exchanging Scratch-Off tickets. She would always say...

Mar 13, 2026

Lewis Franklin (Bud) Hanbury Jr. passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026. Bud was born in Alexandria, VA on April 20, 1951 to Lewis and Agnes Hanbury.

In his younger years he was an accomplished boxer and is in the Washington DC boxing hall of fame. He was an Operating engineer for I.U.O.E local 77 in Washington DC. He was a...

Mar 9, 2026

Douglas Orlando Smith II's Funeral Service - Lee Funeral Home, Clinton

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Douglas Orlando Smith II's Interment Service - Cedar Hill Cemetery

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Mar 7, 2026

A Beautiful Life ended on March 7 th , 2026, When Lord Jesus Christ called Master Jerome Leedell Baxter. He was called from Earth to Heaven's reward from his residence at 7103 Tarquin Ave Camp Springs, Maryland to join the Savoir in that home that is free from sickness, sorrow, and pain. A native of Gaffney, South Carolina, he was...

Mar 6, 2026

Anthony Edward Sigmon, a loving father, son, brother, and nephew, was born on December 16, 1970, in Washington, D.C., to the late Anthony Sigmon and Patricia Peters. He was a proud product of D.C. Public Schools and later chose a path of service by enlisting in the United States Navy, where he carried himself with honor and dedication.

Anthony later pursued...

Mar 6, 2026

Bernie Hastings, 64, of Hughesville, Maryland, departed peacefully on March 6th, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.Bernie was born in Washington, DC, and grew up in Maryland. He attended several parochial and public schools in the area and graduated from South River High School.He is survived by his beautiful wife, Sheila Almalel Hastings; his son, Sean (Brianne); his daughter, Danielle;...

Mar 5, 2026

Brian Daniell Newman passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born in Washington, D.C., to Mary Josephine Newman and Joseph Daniel Newman.

Brian was raised in a close-knit family and received a Catholic education from kindergarten through 12th grade. He graduated from DeMatha Catholic High School in 1990, an experience that helped shape his strong values, discipline, and...

Mar 5, 2026

Mary Arline Smith, age 85, of Clinton, Maryland, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026. Born on September 3, 1940, in Clinton, Maryland, Mary was the beloved daughter of the late George and Evelyn Estep.

Mary was a proud graduate of Surrattsville High School and dedicated her life to her family as a loving stay-at-home mother and homemaker. Her home was...

Mar 5, 2026

Janet Elaine Miller, 63, of Clinton, Maryland, passed peacefully at her home with her husband and daughters by her side, Thursday, March 5, 2026, after a courageous, long battle with metastatic breast cancer.

Janet was born July 24, 1962, in Washington, DC to the late Chandler and Alice Dunston. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a cherished grandmother...

Mar 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maureen Theresa (Cleary) Curtis on March 4, 2026, at the age of 80 in Prince Frederick, Maryland.

She is survived by her loving husband, Patrick Curtis; her children, daughter Maura (McCool) and her husband Steve, son Patrick Curtis Jr. and his wife Debra (Goldman); and her six cherished grandchildren, Kathryn...

Mar 2, 2026

Gino Edward Ricci was born December 24, 1957, and passed away surrounded by family and friends at home on March 2, 2026.Gino was the son of late Gino Ricci and Barbara Ann Ricci (Cogswell).During his 68 years with us he had many great accomplishments. He was an excellent father, a graduate of Crossland High School, a Supervisor for the National...

Mar 1, 2026

Anthony Gefford Browne, affectionately known as Jeff, Tony, and to some “The Gipper,” was born on July 13, 1955, in Buxton, Guyana, to Shirley Blair and Sydney Browne. He was raised with love, strength, and structure, not only by his parents, grandmother, and uncle but also by Gladstone “Pops” Blair, who treated him as a son. From an early age,...

Mar 1, 2026

Patricia A. Cornwell (Baker) left this world early Sunday morning March 1, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born and raised in Mount Rainier, the third of five children. She was a devoted, trusted, and loving home daycare provider for over thirty years. She met Charles E. Cornwell at the tender age of fifteen and married him when...

Feb 25, 2026

Richard Alfred Absher, Jr., known to many as "Dick Absher," passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 81 years old.

Born on April 19, 1944, in Washington, D.C., Dick grew up along Alabama Avenue on 32nd Place in Southeast D.C., where he developed the toughness, loyalty, and work ethic that would define his life....