Archive for October, 2013

PAUL FRANCIS CASEY (Age 89)

On Wednesday, October 30, 2013, of Rockville, MD. Beloved husband of Janet Cassidy Casey; father of Patrick (Mary Ellen Scalley) Casey, Maureen “Mo” (Peter) Cappadona, Eileen Casey, Brian (Barbara) Casey, Sheila (Jerry) Cave, Margaret (the late Scott) Smith, Joannie (Clark) de Franceaux, Amy (Chris) Smith and the late Marianne Campbell Casey. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Western Ave. at Quesada St. NW, Washington, D.C. Monday, November 4, from 9:30 to 11 AM where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Gonzaga College High School, 19 Eye Street N.W. Washington, D.C. 20001 or www.GONZAGA.org.

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DIANNE MARIE HARRINGTON

On Monday, October 28, 2013, of Baltimore, MD. Beloved partner of 27 years of Rollin Levin; sister of James Donald “Hap” Harrington, Jr.; beloved aunt of James David Harrington, Joseph Patrick Harrington, Brittany Lee Aebersold; sister-in-law of Karen Diane Harrington. Also survived by a large and loving extended family. She was forever proud of her Harrington, Considine and Rowe family heritage. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Saturday, November 2, 2013, from 12 to 1 p.m. where a Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. Interment private. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association , Memorial & Tribute Processing Ctr., 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060.

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CHRISTOPHER T. FLANNERY II  (age 58)

On Monday, October 28, 2013, of Laurel, MD. Chris was a supremely gifted music educator at Gonzaga College High School for more than 30 years–a beloved mentor to his pupils and an esteemed and respected colleague. Beloved son of the late Christopher T. and Mary A. Flannery; brother of Carol Lynn (Mike) Sargent. Awesome uncle of six and great-uncle of ten. Relatives and friends may call at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church, 19 Eye Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001 on Monday, November 4, 3 to 5 p.m. where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 6 p.m. Interment Private. Memorial contributions may be made to Gonzaga College High School Music Program to benefit Chris’ beloved music department.

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Dr. ROBERT F. HAMPSON, JR.

On Sunday, October 27, 2013, of Severna Park, MD formerly of Montgomery Village, MD. Beloved husband of Janet Hampson; father of John (Melissa) Hampson and Patrick (Kate) Hampson; grandfather of Samantha, Shane, Maggie, Jack, and Brady Hampson; brother of Joanne Wasel and the late Mary Bovello. Also survived by many extended family and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, November 1, 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick’s Church, Norbeck & Muncaster Mill Roads, Rockville, MD, on Saturday, November 2, at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association , P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090.

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BARBARA JEAN FRITZ (Age 90)

On Saturday, October 26, 2013, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late John H. Fritz; mother of Steven (Carmen), Lawrence (Renee), Ruth Doherty (the late Robert), John (Elizabeth), Lois McDuffee (Thomas), Christopher (Shannon), David (Peggy) and the late Paul; sister of Edmond J. McElligott, the late Geraldine Fritz and the late Mary Bruner. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, November 1 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Grace Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, November 2 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to So Others Might Eat (S.O.M.E.), www.some.org.

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STANLEY ALLAN KOCH

On Friday, October 25, 2013, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Elizabeth L. Koch; father of Jennifer A. Chew and husband Victor; brother of Dorothy Wilson and husband Fred. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends. Stan retired from the Federal Regulatory Agency in 1998, then served as a volunteer at the Library of Congress, the Smithsonian Institute and the National Park Service. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), on Friday, November 1 from 7 to 9 p.m. Private Graveside Service at National Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Jewish Social Service Agency, 200 Wood Hill Road, Rockville, MD 20850.

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CLARA SANDBERG

On Friday, September 20, 2013 of Frederick, MD and formerly of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Victor Sandberg; mother of Vicki (Thomas) Lord; grandmother of Jennifer Howard; also survived by one sister Sal and one brother Tommy and numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside service and Inurnment Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 1 p.m. (if attending please assemble at the Administration Building by 12:30 p.m.)

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EDWARD HENRY VOLLMER

On Wednesday, October 23, 2013 of Wheaton, MD. Beloved husband of the late Edna B. Vollmer; father of Charles W. and the late Steven E. Vollmer; grandfather of Brian, Lauren, Erik, Cassie, Jessica, Sarah, and Charles. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, on Monday, October 28, 2013 from 10 to 11 a.m., with service at 11 a.m. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park.

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LOUISE ANNA MARTORELLI LoJACONO (Age 89)

On Saturday, October 26, 2013, of Hyattsville, MD (Native Washingtonian). Beloved wife of the late Peter Joseph LoJacono; mother of Sue and Lawrence LoJacono; and survived by her dear cousins. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, October 29, 2013, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 7501 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville, MD, on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 10 a.m. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery, DC.

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MADELINE ROSE JIRON WEST (Age 88)

On Thursday, October 24, 2013, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved mother of Madeline Rose Warren, John Eugene West, III (Sharon A.), Maureen West McCarthy (Michael); grandmother of Anthony Warren, Wendy Pace, Shannon Hogeback, Natalie Heinbaugh, Travis, Matthew and Katherine McCarthy; sister of the late Robert, Gloria and William Jiron. Also survived by eight great-grandchildren. Mrs. West lovingly owned and operated Loving Care Day Care Center for 40 years, thereby, touching the lives of many children and their families. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Funeral Service at St. John Episcopal Church, 3427 Olney-Laytonsville Road, Olney, MD, on Monday, October 28 at 11 a.m. Entombment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Carroll Manor Nursing and Rehab. Center, c/o Providence Hospital Foundation or to Joe Gibbs Youth for Tomorrow. www.youthfortomorrow.org.

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DANIEL R. CLOKEY

“Danny” (Age 55)

On Wednesday, October 23, 2013, of Westminster, MD, formerly of Hyattsville, MD. Beloved son of the late Mitchell and Dorothy Clokey; loving father of Therese D. Ragland (Clif) and Danielle R. Adams (Andrew); step-father of Chris Brown, Angie Enlow and Tony Lawrence; brother of Claudia, Tracy, Shelly, Nick and the late Terry; grandfather of Abram, Jaden, Colton, Jordan, Harley, Brendon, Ashley, Cierra and Kayleigh. Also survived by other loving family and friends. Also leaves canine daughter, Asta. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Monday, October 28, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Graveside service at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 13801 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 1 p.m.

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JOHN W. KEZER (Age 89)

On Thursday, October 24, 2013, of College Park, MD. Beloved husband of the late Margaret M. Kezer; father of John Christopher Kezer, Kevin (Doreen) Kezer and Kathy Lewis; grandfather of Brian, David, John, and Kelly Kezer, Katie and Mary Beth Lewis; brother of Patricia Murray of Lewes, DE. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Sunday, October 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 7501 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville, MD, 20783 on Monday at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark the Evangelist Church.

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MARGARET M. BADEN GARRETT (Age 85)

On Tuesday, October 22, 2013, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of Donald F. Garrett; mother of Harriott Bethke (Coby) and Judi Sherman (Paul); sister of John L. Baden (Beth) and the late Janet H. Brown. Also survived by seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. 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. Peter’s Church, 2900 Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD, on Saturday, October 26 at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Home Care & Hospice, 11800 Tech Road, Suite 240, Silver Spring, MD 20904.

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JOHN PAUL CHRISTIAN (Age 92)

On Monday, October 21, 2013, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Dorothy Christian; father of Paul (Julie) and John (Susan) Christian; son of the late John and Rachel Christian; brother of Max, James and Robert Christian and the late Eileen Milwitt; grandfather of Tiffany, Carrie, Paul T., Ashley, Catherine, Jack, Molly, and Anne; great-grandfather of Zelia. United States Navy Veteran, Pearl Harbor Survivor, and Communication Specialist for the U.S. Government. Memorial Service will be celebrated at Chapel at Riderwood Village, 3110 Gracefield Road, Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, October 26, at 12 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

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WILLIAM CHARLES BURKE, SR. (Age 95)

On Sunday, October 20, 2013, of Bethany Beach, DE. Beloved husband of the late Gilda DeFrank; father of William C. (Jonni) Burke, Jr., Terrence F. (Peggy) Burke, Patrick H. Burke, Ellen M. (Chip) Burns, Debra A. (John) Quattlebaum, Deirdre M. (Jerry) Hoehn, James A. Burke, and Mary C. (Jeff) Burke; survived by brother James K. Burke; grandfather of Samantha, Kevin, Karin, Danny, Mirielle, Emma, Megan, Billy, Peter, Molly, Justin, Brian, Jason, Katie, Connor, Emily, and Keith; great-grandfather of Jamie, Cara, Kynen, Lauren, Allie, Mallory, and Ella. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), on Wednesday, from 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Evangelist Historic Church, 9700 Rosensteel Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Thursday, October 24, at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Vitas Hospice Care, In Memory of William Burke, 100 Commerce Dr., Christiana Corp Ctr. #302, Newark, DE 19713.

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