OBITUARIES

Jul 12, 2025

Virginia Ann Osorio, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 12, 2025, at the Shrine of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Washington, D.C. She was born on April 12, 1939, in Washington, D.C., to loving parents, Margaret Rosalie Mattingly and Arnold C. Duff. A devoted homemaker, Virginia dedicated her life to nurturing her family and...

Jul 12, 2025

Jul 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Howard Percival Johnson Jr. 

November 1, 1945 – July 12, 2025

Howard Percival Johnson Jr., known to some as, The Antique Doctor or Outboard Man, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, at the age of 79, with Cheryl by his side. He leaves behind a legacy of craftsmanship, mechanical knowledge, appreciation for things of the past, and...

Jul 10, 2025

Please click here to view the services for Mr. Gary Grimes on Saturday, August 02, 2025 at 3pm.

Gary Fernell Grimes passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on April 10, 1950, in Washington D.C., to his parents, the late Juanita and Decatur Grimes, Gary Fernell Grimes was a handsome, smooth, and composed man,...

Jul 9, 2025

Susan Byrd Harris

September 8, 1949 — July 9, 2025

Susan Byrd Harris of Denton, MD departed this life on the evening of Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Born in Washington, D.C. to the late David C. and Marjorie M. Byrd, loving and devoted mother of David C. Harris (Kim) and grandmother of Ashley M. Harris and Nathan C. Harris. Susan is survived...

Jul 3, 2025

George Ratté was called home on July 3, 2025. He was born on September 25, 1944, in Washington, D.C. to George P. and Opel Walsvig Ratté. He grew up in Mount Rainier, Maryland along with his siblings, Kenneth, Mary Ann, Elizabeth, Kathleen and Teresa. It was in Mount Rainier that he met and married his true love, Catherine Lavezzo. They...

Jul 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Annmarie Alleyne

Sunrise: December 3, 1952 – Sunset: July 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Annmarie Alleyne, who transitioned peacefully at home on the evening of Wednesday, July 3, 2025, at 10:30 PM, surrounded by the love and presence...

Jul 3, 2025

Frank Louis Rose, 93, of Bowie passed away peacefully on July 3 surrounded by family. Son of Frank and Rose (Gagliardi) Rose of Reading, Pennsylvania. Beloved husband of Joan (Waldman), his wife of more than 64 years. Father of Karen, Stephen, Kathy (deceased), and Michael. Grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of three. Mass of Christian Burial to be held in...

Jul 2, 2025

Jul 2, 2025

Carl Nicholas Cimino Jr., passed away July 2, 2025 after a lifetime of service and steadfast love. He was preceded in death by his parents Carl Nicholas Cimino Sr., and Janie Elizabeth Cimino. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Nancy Cimino; his daughters Theresa Ewing, Kathleen Cimino; his son-in-law Jack Ewing and his beloved grandson Logan; his...

Jul 1, 2025

Scott Crawford

December 25, 1961 – July 1, 2025



Allen “Scott” Crawford died on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 in Easton, Maryland.

Scott was adopted by Dorothy Glynn (Hazzard) Crawford and Arthur Glen Crawford at birth on December 25, 1961 in Cook County, Illinois.



He graduated from Arundel High School in Gambrills Maryland in 1980, where he loved taking candid photographs for the school’s publications...

Jul 1, 2025

William D. Amos (Bill), 91

Bowie, MD



William D. “Bill” Amos passed away peacefully at home on July 1, 2025, to be with Jesus, his Lord and Savior. Born on February 21, 1934, in Roanoke, Virginia, to Harry V. Amos and O. Agnes Haynes, he had fond memories of growing up with his grandparents Edward G. Humphries and Elda Lunsford Humphries, and...

Jun 29, 2025

Jun 28, 2025

Please click here to view the services for Mr. Allen Veasey on July 11, 2025 at 4:00pm.

In Loving Memory of Allen James Veasey

February 8, 1940 – June 28, 2025

With heartfelt sorrow we announce the passing of Allen James Veasey on June 28, 2025, at the age of 85. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Allen was deeply loved and respected...

Jun 26, 2025

Lawrence Edgar Ploor, age 93 of Bowie MD, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 26, 2025. Born on 7/18/1932 in Suitland MD, he was the son of Ida and Frank Ploor. Larry was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, affectionately called PopPop by his grandkids. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Kay Small...

Jun 25, 2025

Please click here to view the services for Ms. Florence Azubuike's (Nee Oriaku) service on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10am.

Jun 25, 2025

JOHN “JACK” KING GALLEHER JR

December 21, 1935 – June 25,2025

Please click here to view the Live Streamed Funeral Service for Mr. Galleher.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jack Galleher on June 25, 2025 at the age of 89. He was a beloved husband of Mary for 64 years, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who will...

Jun 24, 2025

Jun 24, 2025

Please click here to view the services for Mr. Winston Chen on Monday, July 07, 2025 at 11:00am.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Winston ‘Jimmy’ Chen, age 75, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, after a long and heroic battle with illness.

Jimmy was born on December 9, 1949, in Mullett Hall, Clarendon, Jamaica, to Vincent Chen...

Jun 24, 2025

Maureen Anne Rickford, 81, passed away peacefully at her home on June 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, friends, and caregivers. Born in Georgetown, Guyana, on September 26th, 1943, she was the heart and soul of her family. Maureen emigrated from Guyana to Toronto, Canada, where she lived until moving to reside in Maryland.

She was the daughter of the...