Archive for June, 2014

Fr. DAVID POWER, O.M.I.

On Thursday, June 19, 2014 of Washington, DC. David Noel Power, O.M.I. was born in Dublin, Ireland on December 14, 1932. His parents were David Power and Kathleen Davis. He made his novitiate in Ireland in 1950 and his perpetual vows in 1954. He was ordained in Rome in 1956. He obtained his doctorate in theology from the Anselmianum Liturgical Institute in 1968. He taught theology in Ireland, the Oblate seminary and at Maynooth, the diocesan seminary for some years. He also taught at the Gregorian University in Rome.

In 1977 he began his career as a Professor of theology at the Catholic University of America. During his tenure at the University he was appointed the Shakespeare Caldwell Dave Distinguished professor and subsequently became the Chair of the theology department. He was elected as president of the North American Academy of Religion. He has lectured throughout the United States and Canada as well as Ireland, South Africa, the Philippines and Zaire.

In 1998, David was honored with the John Courtney Murray award for excellence in the field of theological scholarship. He taught in the diocesan seminary in Tahiti and more recently in the Oblate seminary in Zambia. He has authored numerous scholarly books in the field of liturgical theology and many articles in various theological publications. He was a member of the editorial board of Concilium, a post Conciliar publication.

Upon returning to the United States from Zambia David was in treatment for cancer for a period of two years.

Relatives and friends may call at the Crypt Church of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 400 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20017 on Monday, June 23 from 9:30 to 11 a.m., with Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment Oblate Cemetery, Tewksbury, MA.

JOSEPHINE MARY ELLIS

JoAnn  Mackey (Age 74)

On Tuesday, June 17, 2014, of Silver Spring, MD.  Beloved sister of Mary Washburn, Anna Mae Chalfant and the late William Mackey Sr.;  sister-in-law of Roger Washburn, Morgan Chalfant, and Mary Mackey; Also survived by 2 nieces, 6 nephews, 5 great-nieces, 1 geat-nephew and many loving famiy members and friends.  Relatives and friends may call at  Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, 20901 (Valet Parking), Sunday, June 22, from 2 PM to 4 PM.  Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 805 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910 on Monday, June 23, at 10 AM.  Private Interment Stonewall Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael the Archangel Church.

JOHN JOSEPH McNERNEY

“Jack”

John Joseph (Jack) McNerney, 85, of Sunrise, Florida, passed away on June 13, 2014. The son of the late Arthur and Louise McNerney, he was born October 14, 1928 in Washington D.C. Jack lived in Silver Spring, Maryland with his wife of 58 years, Monica, until three years ago when they moved to Florida. Monica, the love of Jack’s life, passed away in November of 2013. Jack received both his Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from The Catholic University of America. Jack was a Registered Professional Engineer and was a member of the American Concrete Institute and the American Society for Testing and Materials. He spent twenty years as an engineer with the George Hyman Construction Company (now the Clark Construction Group) after spending fourteen years with the National Brick and Supply Company where he served as Vice President of Engineering and Production. He was actively involved with his four sons in Troop 1444 of the Boy Scouts of America and was a dedicated member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, Jack selflessly placed the needs of his family ahead of all else. He was constantly at his wife’s side, lovingly attending to her needs as her chronic illness resulted in progressive disability. Jack is survived by his children, Jack McNerney, Jr. and wife, Katrina, of Tucson, Arizona; Karen Hill and husband Jim, of Pittsford, New York; Neal McNerney and wife Rose Ann of Pembroke Pines, Florida, Mark McNerney and wife, Meredith, of Ijamsville, Maryland; Steve McNerney and wife, Ronya, of Frederick, Maryland; grandchildren Nikki, Monica, Steffi, Kelly, Alex, Natalie, Meghan, Danielle, Kaitlyn, and Ryan; brother Judge Thomas McNerney and wife, Ruth, of Jacksonville, Florida, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Jack was preceded in death by his brother, Arthur McNerney. Friends and family will be received from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, Maryland where a Vigil Prayer will be held at 8:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, June 23, 2014 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, Maryland. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association .Friends and family will be received from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, Maryland where a Vigil Prayer will be held at 8:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, June 23, 2014 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, Maryland. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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KENNETH WILLIAM WEIT

MCPO,U.S. NAVY (Ret.)

MCPO (SS) Kenneth William Weit, USN (RET), Died peacefully at home on June 18th with his wife at his side.

Ken was born in Hershey, Pennsylvania, 25th of June 1942 to Violet Mae Waltz and George Edwin Weit.

He joined the Navy in 1960 with the thought of spending eight years in service, instead he went on to retire after 20 years. He took training for the submarine service and schooling as a machinist mate.

His first boat was USS Corsair, then came USS Diablo, USS Tecumseh, USS Marshall, and USS Daniel Boone.

After retirement Ken spent a lot of time sailing aboard his sail boat DIABLO and just enjoyed life. Ken was a passionate sailor and enjoyed sailing the great lakes, the Mississippi River, and the waters around Florida. He also sailed all 24 miles of Lock Ness, Scotland.

He and his wife Joan lived on their sail boat ‘ISLAND IN THE SUN’ for several years . After moving on land, they would spend four months each summer living aboard and sailing the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay .

Ken is survived by his wife Joan Weit and sister Mary Gish of Palmyra, PA. He is also survived by four children from his prior marriage to Virginia Mills, of Shalimar, Florida. Daughters Brenda Harbold, Mechanicsville, MD., Tracy Klippert of Fresno, CA., Wendy Wylie of Ruffin, NC., and son Brian Weit of Lititz, PA.

He is survived by four step sons. Stephen Savage of Daphne, Ala, John Figliozzi, Sterling, Va., George Figliozzi, Arlington, Va., and Thomas Figliozzi.

In addition, he is survived by eleven grand children and one great, grandchild.

Memorial service and interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ken’s favorite charity, Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

ARNOLD EINAR OSTROM (Age 87)

On Tuesday, June 17, 2014, of College Park, MD. Beloved husband for 57 years of Joan C. Ostrom; father of John C. (Susan) Ostrom and Karen L. (David) Utiger; twin brother of the late Axel A. Ostrom, Jr. Also survived by three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, Saturday, June 21, 2014, from 10 to 11 a.m. with Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Private interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

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Maria Asuncion Aguilar (Age 88)

On Tuesday, June 17, 2014, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of Manuel Aguilar; mother of Rudy Valdes, Aura Behun, Sandra Cerrato and Gloria Gonzalez; sister of Modesta Gonzalez. Also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, June 20 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine Laboure Church, Veirs Mill & Claridge Roads, Wheaton, MD, on Saturday, June 21, 2014 at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

FILOMENA FALCONE RORI (Age 91)

On Saturday, June 14, 2014, of Bradenton, FL. Beloved wife of William S. Rori; mother of Hadrian Rori (Laurie Worthington); sister of Fausto (Carlene) Falcone and aunt of Steven (Sarah) Falcone. Also survived by grandchildren: Susanna, William, and Patrick Rori. Relatives and friends may call at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 9200 Kentsdale Drive, Potomac, MD, Thursday, June 19, 2014, from 10 to 11 a.m. where Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 11 a.m. Entombment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238, www.tidewell.org.

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Yolanda Theresa Pearson (Age 39)

On Friday, June 13, 2014, of Silver Spring, MD.  Beloved Spouse of Jennifer Pearson; mother of Jaiden; step-mother of Maria, Andrew, Anthony, Jenelle, and Lionel: daughter of Thomas Yarbrough and the late Carol D. Pearson;  sister of Tommy Yarbrough and Marquita Hamilton. Also survived by many loving family members and friends.  Relatives and friends may call at  Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, 20901(Valet Parking), Sunday, June 22, from 2 PM to 4 PM and 7 PM to 9 PM.  Interment Private.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to family toward funeral expenses.

NENITA B. HINKLEY (Age 78)

On Saturday, June 14, 2014, of Kensington, MD. Beloved wife of Philip L. Hinkley. Sister of six brothers and two sisters. She was a Registered Nurse at Sibley Hospital for over 30 years. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Cross Church, 4900 Strathmore Avenue, Garrett Park, MD, on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Home Care & Hospice, 11800 Tech Road, Suite 240, Silver Spring, MD 20904 or Kimmel Cancer Center, 750 East Pratt Street, Suite 1700, Baltimore, MD 21202.

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Rev. MICHAEL J. BLACKWELL (Age 81)

On Saturday, June 14, 2014, of Washington, DC. Priest of the Archdiocese of Washington. Beloved brother of Patricia Blackwell, Kathleen Gafney and Dennis Blackwell. Relatives and friends may call at Church of the Resurrection, 3315 Greencastle Road, Burtonsville, MD on Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. Vigil Mass will follow at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Church of the Resurrection on Friday, June 20 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society.

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Claudia Daileader Ruland (Age 37)

On Saturday, June 14, 2014, of Washington, DC. Beloved wife of Brodie Ruland; mother of Margot; daughter of Philip and Claudia Daileader; sister of Philip and Tim Daileader. Relatives and friends may call at Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament,, Western Ave.at Quesada St.,NW, Washington, DC, Tuesday, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Wednesday, 10 to 11 a.m. where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation at www.aamds.org.

KENNETH FRANCIS STACK, SR. (Age 88)

On Thursday, June 12, 2014, of Hyattsville, MD. Beloved husband of Claire F. Stack for 66 loving years; father of Judith Overman, Carol Tilford, Kenneth (Jane) Stack, Jr. and the late Mary Louise Duschl; grandfather of Cary, Amy, Gretchen, Katie, Jamison, Rebecca, Johanna, Kenneth III, James, and Thomas. Also survived by three-great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD 20901 (Valet Parking), Sunday, June 15, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 7501 Adelphi Road, Hyattsville, MD 20783 on Monday, June 16, at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association , Memorial & Tribute Processing Center, 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060.

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