Archive for January, 2011

BELA ANDREW BANYASZ

On Thursday, January 27, 2011 of Kensington, MD. Beloved husband of Pauline Wright Banyasz; father of Andrea Banyasz of Washington, DC and Gabriella Banyasz; father-in-law of Jonathan Deitch; grandfather of Alex Deitch all of Levallios-Perret, France. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, Monday, January 31, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. with prayers at 4:30 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to National Kidney Foundation , 6110 Executive Boulevard, #1010, Rockville, MD 20852, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 10401 Armory Place, Kensington, MD 20895 or Hungarian Amateur Radio Club (NMARK) c/o Paul Lukas, 4828 Garnet Street, Torrance, CA 90503.

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ELSIE J. WALSH

On Wednesday, January 26, 2011, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late George W. Walsh; mother of Deborah DeWitt, George T. (Susan) Walsh, John (Debra) Walsh, William (Cheryl) Walsh, Christopher Walsh, James (Sharon) Walsh, Mary (Carlos) Perdomo, David (Tasha) Walsh and Gregory (Lynn) Walsh; sister of Mary Parker and the late Ethel Frazer. Also survived by 25 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist Church, 10103 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, February 5, at 11 a.m. Private interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery (at a later date). Memorial contributions may be made to Keene State College, (www.keene.edu).

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ROBERT G. WILLIAMS

Robert G. Williams, 83, of Silver Spring, MD, passed away in Culpeper, VA on January 26, 2011 after suffering from a long fight with diabetes. Robert was born in Washington, DC on March 2, 1927 and was the son of Anna G. and Frederick G. Williams, Sr. He was the husband of the late Jean M. Williams and the loving father of Carol Ann Freeman and husband John of Bealeton, VA. He is survived by his brother Fred Williams and wife Leslie of Frederick, MD; five grandchildren, Karen, Cori, Andrea, Emily and Eric; five great-grandchildren, Aaron, Christopher, Breanna, Cailyn and Nicholas; niece Cindy Williams; nephews Dale Williams, Gary Williams and Steve Williams. Robert served in the US Navy during WWII. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign War and the American Legion. Robert was recognized by the American Red Cross for blood donations. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church in Silver Spring, MD for over 40 years.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, January 30, 2011 at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD 20901, 301-593-9500, where services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 31, 2011. Interment will be at Fort Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood, MD. Memorial donations may be made to Liberty United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 234, Bealeton, VA 22712.

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JOHN FRANCIS HARDY (Age 95)

On Tuesday, January 25, 2011, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of the late Alberta K. Hardy; father of Janet G. and John F. Hardy, III. World War II veteran of the U.S. Army. Recipient of the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist Historic Church, 9700 Rosensteel Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 11 a.m. Interment St. John’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, 807 Maine Avenue, SW,Washington, DC 20024.

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CHRISTINE MARIE GARTRELL (Age 57)

On Tuesday, January 25, 2011, of Woodbridge, VA, due to complications of multiple sclerosis. Beloved wife of Edward Gartrell; mother of Bert Gartrell, Keary Janet, Kimberly Gartrell, and Tara Reynolds. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., where funeral service will be held on Monday, January 31, 2011 at 1 p.m. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society, National Capital Chapter, 1800 M Street, NW, #750 South, Washington, DC 20036.

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RENATA M. GOULD

On Monday, January 24, 2011, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved mother of Julian Gould. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette’s Church, 72 University Blvd., East, Silver Spring, MD on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

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HAROLD L. SCHLOSSER

“Buddy”

On Monday, January 24, 2011, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of the late Mildred Zaugg Schlosser; father of Richard H. Schlosser of Burtonsville, MD, Janet M. Ault of Hanover, PA, and Joyce I. Nohowel of Potomac, MD; grandfather of Brad R. (Kelly) Conrad, Sherese J. Schlosser, Michelle C. Conrad and Alisa M. Schlosser; brother of Nancy Donaldson, Ann Field, Paul Schlosser, Courtney Schlosser and Shirley McCarthy; father-in-law of Sheila R. Schlosser, Stephen R. Nohowel, Alan L. Ault and the late Kenneth L. Conrad. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, Saturday, January 29, 10 to 11 a.m. where Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association , P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.

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CHARLES WILLIAM CLARK

On Monday, January 24, 2011, of Rockville, MD. Beloved husband of Patsy H. Clark; father of Catherine L. Selinka (Anthony), Karen A. Dirksen (Clinton), Patrica S. Dillon, and Stephen L.Gibbs (Leslie); grandfather of Bryan, Tyler, Travis, David, Scott, Jackie, and Natalie. Also survived by his sisters Mary Anne Nelson (Wilber) and Betty Holwegner. Relatives and friends may call at North Chevy Chase Christian Church, 8814 Kensington Parkway, Chevy Chase, MD, on Friday, January 28, 2011 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. where the funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery. Memorial contributions to North Chevy Chase Christian Church.

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DONALD M. GARDNER

On Wednesday, December 22, 2010, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Lillian G. Gardner; father of Ronald D., Steven D., Paul D. Gardner and the late Robert W. Gardner; brother of David W. Gardner and the late George D. Gardner, Jr. Also survived by six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Memorial Service at Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church, 10123 Connecticut Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895 on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 11 a.m. Private interment Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association , National Capital Area, 3701 Pender Drive, #400, Fairfax, VA 22030 or to Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church at the above address.

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MAURINE E. BRANNIGAN
Ensign, USNR

On Friday, October 29, 2010 in Fort Collins, CO, formerly of Bethesda/Scientist’s Cliffs, MD. She lived a life of service to family, God, and country. Born January 18, 1921 in New York City. Married for 62 years to her beloved husband, the late Francis L. Brannigan, LCDR, USNR (Ret.). Survived by her children, Anne Veronica Brannigan-Kelly, Christopher J. Brannigan, Vincent M. Brannigan, Eileen B. Longsworth, Mary Ellen Schattman, John F. Brannigan, and their spouses. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her infant son, Michael Joseph. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, January 25, 2011, 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Elizabeth Church, 917 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD, on Wednesday, January 26, at 12:30 p.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery with Full Military Honors at 3 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St John Vianney Catholic Church, 105 Vianney Lane, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

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HENRY FREDERICK SEEBACH (Age 93)

On Sunday, January 23, 2011, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Rose (Nancy) Anne Seebach; father of Priscilla Anne Schwab, Martha Anne Scully, and the late Madonna Seebach. Also survived by five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and half brother, Theodore Seebach of New Jersey. Relatives and friends may call at Our Lady of Grace Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring, MD on Friday, January 28, 2011 at 11 a.m. Inurnment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Montgomery Hospice, 1355 Piccard Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850.

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TREVOR WASHINGTON SWETT, JR.
U.S. ARMY Col. (Ret.)

On Sunday, January 23, 2011, of Washington, DC. Beloved husband of the late Caroline Stewart Swett; father of Marjorie, Trevor III, and John Swett; father-in- law of Ann and Paula Swett; grandfather of Trevor IV, Brooks, Caroline and Wiley Swett. A memorial service will be held at Christ Church Parish Kensington, 4001 Franklin Street, Kensington, MD 20895 on Saturday, January 29, at 5 p.m. Interment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Church Parish Kensington, the West Point Fund, Class of 1949 Gift Fund, West Point Assn. of Graduates, 698 Mills Rd., West Point, NY 10996-1607 or on-line www.usma.edu, or to a charity of your choice.

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ANTHONY CHARLES ROMANO (Age 88)

On Sunday, January 23, 2011, of Kensington, MD. Beloved husband of Lois Romano; father of Vincent (Marilyn) Romano and Lisa (Gregory) Romano and the late Jean-Marie Eagler; brother of the late Rose Russo and Vincent Romano; grandfather of Michael, Elliott, and Nicholas Romano and Hogan and Jessalyn Eagler; great-grandfather of Riley Marie; uncle of Marilyn Black and Frederick Russo; brother-in-law of Marie, Russell, Una, Jeanie, and the late Merle and James. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), on Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service at First Assembly of God of Silver Spring, 12805 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD, 20906 on Friday, January 28, 2011 at 11 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Missions at First Assembly of God of Silver Spring.

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MARQUISE ADELE BECHARD BENDER (Age 87)

On Sunday, January 23, 2011, of College Park, MD. Wife of Dr. Paul B. Bender; mother of Linda Jean Isele, Maureen, Carmen, Paul, Jr. and the late Elaine Frances Bender; mother-in-law of William Isele and Christine Niero; grandmother of William N., Christopher P. and David Isele; sister of Marielle Sienkiewicz, Carmen (Harry) Upson, Monica (Jack) McNerney, Rene (Bernadette) Bechard and Aurianne (Gordon) Miller. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 7501 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville, MD 20783 on Saturday, January 29 at 11 a.m. Interment St. Mary’s Cemetery, Champlain, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark the Evangelist Church.

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MARGARET HOUSER HEDGES

On Saturday, January 22, 2011, of Chevy Chase, MD. Beloved wife of the late John L. Hedges and Edgar Clark; mother of Jeffrey (Kate) and John (Janice Honigberg) Hedges; grandmother of Leland, Cullman, MacMillan, Eloise, David and Julia Hedges. Memorial service at Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church, 9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the John L. and Margaret H. Hedges Fellowship at Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, c/o Ms. Jennifer Weingarden, 160 Packard Avenue, Medford, MA 02155.

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