Dec 9, 2018

Some people ripen in their humanity early and are called home. Jim was one of those people. Jim served God by serving people, and his gift was bringing people together. To his middle school students, he brought the world, through World Cup flag parades, lively debates, and social justice projects, making Jim a legend to scores of children whose lives...

Dec 9, 2018

"Diddy"   "Coach B"

On Sunday, December 9, 2018, Brian Timothy Colbert (55), of Fairmount Heights, MD, passed away peacefully in his sleep. To his friends and loved ones, he was fondly known as “Diddy” and “Coach B.” He was the beloved husband of Tina Colbert, his best friend of more than thirty years and wife for twenty-two years. He was the...

Dec 1, 2018

On Saturday, December 1, 2018, of  Riverdale, MD, at the age of 98. Beloved wife of the late Eugene Johnson. Devoted mother of Janice Johnson and Marty Johnson and the late Kathryn Shrader, and Judy Johnson and Rev. Bobbi Troyer.  Loving grandmother to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Juanita served proudly in the Navy WAVES during WWII. She later...

Nov 30, 2018

On November 30, 2018, at the age of 100, of Landover Hills, MD. Wife of the late John T. Smith. Loving mother of Thomas F. (Judy) Smith and the late Christine “Tina” (Andy) Newgent. Cherished grandmother of Mark (Krista) Newgent, and Matthew (Leigh) and Gwen Smith. Sister of the late Pat Hughes, Mary Jane Dempsey and Catherine Radzilowski. Friends may call at...

Nov 30, 2018

Beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 30th , 2018 in Washington DC.  John was born on January 10th, 1942 and was a lifelong resident of Washington DC.  He had a successful 34-year career in information technology at the Washington Gas Light Company. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Theresa; his children...

Nov 28, 2018

Joseph Robert “Pop” Hysan Aug. 23, 1918 – Nov. 28, 2018 Visitation at Gasch’s Funeral Home Friday, Dec. 7 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Celebration of Life at Gasch’s Saturday, Dec. 8 at 11 a.m.followed by Interment at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery and Reception at Glenn Dale Golf Club

At Collington Life Center in Bowie, Md. on Nov.28, 2018, Joseph Robert Hysan passed peacefully in his sleep to be with his Lord and Savior. “Pop” Hysan was born on Aug. 23,...

Nov 25, 2018

On Sunday, November 25, 2018 of Adelphi, MD. Beloved wife of 51 years to John V. Romagna. Loving mother of David (Nichole) and Jennifer Romagna. Cherished grandma of Rocco and Kaylee Romagna. Sister of Michael (Lisa) Grubb and the late Sylvia Melvin. She retired after 51 years as an administrative manager at the Victor O. Schinnerer Insurance Company. A...

Nov 23, 2018

On Friday, November 23, 2018 of New Carrollton, MD, formerly of Washington, DC. Beloved wife of 45 years to Denver “Sandy” Paul Sanders. Loving mother of Deborah C. (Wayne) Melton, Nicholas James Coman, Kenneth Dale Coman, Kimberly Lynn (Scott) Brierley, and Eileen (EJ) Gardner. Cherished grandmother of 15; great-grandmother of 12. Adored sister of Caral Maxine (Butch) Bishop, and...

Nov 22, 2018

William Fahey, 98, who made his home in College Park, MD for over 71 years, died on November 22, 2018 in Prince Frederick, MD. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen (Bradford) Fahey of College Park, MD, and his son, Ronald William Fahey of Fairfax, VA. He is survived by his children, Karla J. Fahey of College...

Nov 21, 2018

On November 21, 2018 of New Carrollton, MD formerly of Hyattsville MD. Devoted husband to the late Diane Colliere. Loving father of Michelle Colliere. Cherished brother of Patrick (Carolyn) Colliere, Mary Ann (Charlie) Aiken, and Joseph Colliere. He was preceded in death by his sister Judy Colliere. Philip loved his family and friends and enjoyed spending time with them. He...

Nov 20, 2018

On Tuesday, November 20, 2018 of Hyattsville, MD, formerly of Holland Township, WI. Beloved wife of the late Elmer L. Stebane. Adored mother of Audrey (Robert Roland) Bourdeau and Jim Stebane, and the late Donald Jerome Stebane. Grandmother of Maggie and Liza; great-grandmother of Donovan and Lucas. Sister of Jeanne, Marian, and the late Lorraine and Kenneth. She was...

Nov 15, 2018

Leo Lawrence Thomas Sr., 82, of Adelphi, MD passed away on November 15, 2018. Leo was born on April 21, 1936, in Berwyn, MD to the late Ida C. Thomas and John P. Thomas. At the time of his death he was surrounded by his wife of 57 years, Dorothy Orrison Thomas, and two children, Leo (Dorothea) Thomas and...

Nov 11, 2018

Margarita McLaughlin, age 90, passed away on November 11, 2018. She was born June 10, 1928 in Havana, Cuba to Armando and Mercedes Cremata. Her passion was her work as a gourmet chef for over 40 years, and she loved spending time with her family and friends. Margarita was preceded in death by her husband, Carl, and her siblings,...

Nov 10, 2018

On Saturday, November 10, 2018 of College Park, MD. Beloved husband of 59 years to Eleanor Pearson. Loving father of Michael (Lisa) Pearson, Cindy (Drayson) Burns, Teresa (Mike) Maxwell, Sue (Chris) Modica, Bobby (Christi) Pearson, and Sandy (John) Najmy. Cherished Pop-Pop of 15; great-grandfather of nine. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus #2809. Friends may...

Nov 7, 2018

Michael Stephen Brindzik, age 74, passed away on November 7, 2018 in Lanham MD.  He is survived by two sons, Michael Louis Brindzik and Joseph Brindzik.  He was preceded in death by his brother Jonathan Brindzik and will be missed by his second brother Francis Brindzik.  He will also be missed by his granddaughter Christee.

Michael did many things during...

Nov 6, 2018

On Tuesday, November 6, 2018 of Riverdale, MD, born in Massachusetts and raised in York, ME. Former wife of the late Howard J. Crymes, Jr. Loving mother of Cathy J. (Donald) Crymes Reep. Sister of William Schofield and the late John and Edward Schofield, Jr. Wonderful aunt of eight nieces and nephews, and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends may...

Nov 4, 2018

Joyce Mayes, age 74, passed away on November 4, 2018 in Annapolis, MD.  She is survived by her daughters, Angel Tankesley and Elizabeth Holland, and her son, William Mayes.  She is also survived by her grandchildren, Rose, Gary, William and Charlie, her daughter-in-law, Claudette, her great grandchildren, Kaden and Katie, and her cousin Jan.

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Oct 27, 2018

On Saturday, October 27, 2018 of Riverdale, MD. Beloved mother of Harry T. (Debbi Kent) Lynch, Jr. and John E. Lynch. Loving grandmother of Brian, Kelli, Travis, and Lauren Lynch. Great-grandmother of Dominik, Alexis, Adrianna, Taylor, Christopher, and Aurora. She was preceded in death by her son, Thomas K. Lynch, her daughter-in-law, Debbie Lynch, and her two sisters, Ella...

Oct 24, 2018

James Najeb Bashoor was born in Washington, D.C., on July 14, 1931 to James and Alice Bashoor and was the fourth youngest of seven children. He attended public schools and excelled in sports. He was a champion in track. His family moved from Washington, D.C., to Hyattsville, Maryland after graduating from Eastern High School in Washington, D.C.

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Oct 23, 2018

James Stephen O’Dea, 90, on Tuesday, October 23, originally of Washington, D.C., and latterly of Silver Spring, MD.  Beloved husband of the late Patricia Ann O'Dea, née Dugan; loving father of Sean (Anita) O'Dea and Patrick (Lynn) O’Dea; dear brother of the late William O’Dea, the late Marie Brewer, and the late Patricia Hanson; and loving grandfather of Mary...