OBITUARIES

Jun 19, 2025

Catherine Russell was born on March 4th, 1938, in Oxford, North Carolina. On Thursday, June 19, 2025 (“Juneteenth”) she passed away peacefully at Walter Reed Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. She was 87 years old. 

Catherine Russell of Upper Marlboro, MD was loved by anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. She was a very active member of St. Paul’s...

Jun 19, 2025

Bernard Elliott Nelson was born on June 16, 1954 to Ramona and Thomas Bernard Nelson, Jr. in Baltimore, MD.  His grandparents, Phoebe and Thomas Bernard Nelson, Sr. adopted him after his parents separated.

Growing up, he attended St. Katherine's Episcopal Church where he served as an altar boy.  He was educated in Baltimore City Public Schools and graduated from Frederick Douglass...

Jun 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mary Elizabeth Fitzgerald

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grammy, Daughter, Sister, and Best Friend

August 8, 1960 – June 19, 2025

With broken hearts, we share the passing of Mary Elizabeth Fitzgerald, our cherished “Mommers” and Grammy, a woman of deep grace, gentle strength, and boundless love. Mary passed peacefully on June 19, 2025, surrounded by the family who adored her.

Mary...

Jun 18, 2025

Jun 15, 2025

Helen Catherine McMillan Wirin

Katy was born in Tallahassee, FL on October 30, 1946 and did most of her growing up in St. Petersburg, FL.

She died on June 15, 2025 at 8:02 PM EST.

She is survived by her husband Roger of 56 years, her brother Paul, nephew Eddie, and grand-niece Naima, who all live in Sacramento, CA.

She enjoyed reading and being...

Jun 12, 2025

Steve Sunday Omon Akhigbe Johnson, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and man of unwavering faith, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025, in Maryland, USA, at the age of 73.

Born on May 7, 1952, in Irrua, Edo State, Nigeria, Steve lived a life marked by compassion, service, and deep spiritual commitment. A dedicated nurse by profession, he cared for others...

Jun 12, 2025

Maria Olvido Parsons

Maria Olvido Parsons, of Lanham MD,  beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 85, June 12, 2025. Born in Spain on November 28, 1939, she was married to Peter E. Parsons and was the loving mother of Peter G. Parsons and Mary A. Figliozzi. She was a proud grandmother to Andrea, Christopher,...

Jun 10, 2025

  Please cick here to view Live Streaming for Mr. Baith.  The Live Stream will begin at 4:00pm on Friday, June 27th.



In Loving Memory of Najee Baith

October 14, 1941 – June 10, 2025

Today, we gather in love to remember and celebrate the life of a father, son, brother, uncle, and friend — a man who touched each of us in...

Jun 10, 2025

Thomasina “Tomi” Brown was born to James and Velma Adams on April 18, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois. She was raised in a nurturing and supportive home that would shape her lifelong commitment to family and community. After Velma later married Don Bonaparte, affectionately known as "Papa Don," Tomi's circle of love and support only grew.

Tomi began her college career at...

Jun 10, 2025

Margaret Ethel Nobis (Painter), 81, of Crofton, Maryland 

September 24, 1943 – June 9, 2025

Margaret “Peggy” Ethel Nobis passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. She was 81 years old and a beloved resident of Crofton, Maryland.

Born on September 24, 1943, in Gallion, Ohio, Peggy was the daughter of the late John Clark Painter...

Jun 9, 2025

Vincent “Vince” Philip Trasatti Sr

July 4th, 1930 — June 9th, 2025

Vincent P. Trasatti Sr., of Crofton, MD, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9th, 2025. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Vince was born on July 4th, 1930 in Chester, PA to Francesco and Filomena (Gambacorta) Trasatti. He was preceded in death by his wife Carmela R....

Jun 9, 2025

April 26, 1938 – June 9, 2025

John Richard McNellis, 87, of Odenton, Maryland, passed away peacefully at home on June 9, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born on April 26, 1938, in Waterbury, Connecticut, John was the heart of his large and close-knit family. He shared 65 wonderful years of marriage with his wife, Beverly McNellis. He was a devoted father to...

Jun 8, 2025

Audrey S. Krok of Lanham, Maryland passed away at age 79 on June 8th, 2025 due to respiratory distress and other related illnesses. 

Audrey graduated from P.G. Community College with a two year associates of Arts degree in literature, drama ,and art. 

After graduation, Audrey later got a job with D.C. Transit, which later became part of Metro, and worked with the...

Jun 8, 2025

Jun 7, 2025

Jun 7, 2025

Please click here to view the live stream for Ms. Moraga. The live stream will begin at 4:00pm on Saturday, June 21st.

Rosa Candida Moraga peacefully passed away on June 7th at the age of 75, surrounded by family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, godmother, and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Maria Mercedes Moraga...

Jun 7, 2025

Please click here to view the Live Stream of the Funeral Service for Mr. Montgomery. The Live Stream will begin at 12:00PM on Saturday, June 14th.

Justin T. Montgomery (TD), was born July 8, 1955, in Canton, Ohio to the late Willie James Montgomery, Sr. and Laura Mims-Ross. He departed this life on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Justin prided himself on...

Jun 6, 2025

Jun 6, 2025

Elwood “Woody” M. Martin, born in Iowa October 22, 1934. Elwood honorably served his country in the US Army for 6 Years. Before his service in the Army, he obtained a master’s degree from Iowa State. He worked for the Department of Interior Fish and Wildlife at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center for 45 years. He loved the natural world...

Jun 4, 2025

Remembering Gloria

Gloria Jean Brown was born on October 5th, 1941, in Washington, DC to the late Milledge and Jean Tillman. She received her education in the Maryland public school system, where she excelled academically and laid the foundation for a meaningful life and an exceptional career.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Mary Reynolds; her devoted aunt, Mary...