Archive for July, 2016

Thursday, July 21st, 2016

SLAGER, Mentey Bosch

MENTEY BOSCH SLAGER (Age 89)
On Saturday, July 16, 2016, of Birmingham, AL, formerly of Silver Spring, MD and Denver, CO. Beloved wife of John J. Slager; mother of L. Ward Slager, Scott E. Slager and Alida K. Beatty; grandmother of Kellen H. Slager, Noelle C. Anderson, Madelyn J. Beatty and Annaka G. Beatty; great-grandmother of Hudson, Holland and Judah Anderson. Relatives and friends may call at Silver Spring Christian Reformed Church, 1501 Arcola Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, from 7 to 9 p.m. where Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 23 at 11:30 a.m. Private Interment at Norbeck Memorial Park, Olney, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Washington Christian Academy, 16227 Batchellors Forest Road, Olney, MD 20832.

Tuesday, July 19th, 2016

GALUCHO, Vitorino M.V.

Vitorino M.V. Galucho (Age 68)

On Tuesday, July 19, 2016, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Isaulina Valente; Loving father of Cristina V. (Paulo) Sousa. Vo Torino of Sara C.V. Sousa and Ana Rita Sousa. Brother of Maria A. Goncalves, Jose Guerreiro, Maria J. Goncalves and Joaquim Guerreiro. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, July 22, 2016, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine Laboure Church, Veirs Mill & Claridge Roads, Wheaton, MD, on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at 10:30 AM. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park.


Monday, July 18th, 2016

O’CONNOR, Jody Lynn

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Jody Lynn O’Connor (Age 57)

On Saturday, July 16, 2016, of Chesapeake Beach, MD. Beloved wife of Neil O’Connor; cherished daughter of Mary and Anthony Merlene; loving sister of Ronald (Kathryn) Merlene, Jacquelyn (Robert “Kim”) McCary, James (Kathryn) Merlene, and Robert (Stephanie Bradley) Merlene; daughter-in-law of Livia O’Connor. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, 20901 (Valet Parking), Wednesday, July 20, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Graveside Service at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 13801 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20906 on Thursday, July 21, at 10 a.m. Those wishing to attend are asked to assemble at the Gate of Heaven Adminstrative Office at 9:45 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 1800 M. St., N.W., Suite 750, Washington D.C. 20007 www.nationalmssociety.org


Monday, July 18th, 2016

PUHL, Ann Marie

ANN MARIE PUHL (Age 53)
On Thursday, July 14, 2016, of Silver Spring, MD. Loving mother of Michelle Tercero, Lauren Tercero, Kevin Tercero and Collin Ritter; daughter of Albert Puhl and the late Angela Puhl; sister of Michael (Cecelia), Frank (Renee), and the late David Puhl (Michelle). Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, July 22 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.; followed by a Funeral Service at 1 p.m. Interment private. Memorial contributions may be made toAmerican Cancer Society , 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770.

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Sunday, July 17th, 2016

MENDOZA, Maria T.

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Maria Teresa Mendoza (79)

Of Hyattsville, MD, native of El Salvador, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 14, 2016. An active church member of St. Marks in Hyattsville, MD, she was known for her vivacious personality, good humor, caring spirit, and strong love for her family.

Beloved mother of Petrona,  José Hildo, José Roberto, José Martín, José Mario, Ramón, Betis, and the late Jose Marcelo.

Her memory will be cherished by her numerous grandchildren, great -grandchildren, friends, and fellow church members.

Family and Friends may attend services in her memory:

Viewing at St. Marks, 7501 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20783, on Tuesday, July 19, from 6pm to midnight.

Funeral at Gate of Heaven, 13801 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20906, Wednesday, July 20, at 12:15pm, following mass at St. Marks at 10am.

“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” (Psalms 91: 1-2)

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María Teresa Mendoza (79)

De Hyattsville, MD, nativa de El Salvador, falleció en paz en su casa el jueves, 14 de julio de 2016. Un miembro activo de la iglesia de “St. Marks” en Hyattsville, MD, fue conocida por su personalidad alegre, buen humor, espíritu cariñoso, y amor por su familia.

Amada madre de Petrona, José Hildo, José Roberto, José Martín, José Mario, Ramón, Betis, y el fallecido José Marcelo.

Su memoria será apreciada por sus numerosos nietos, bisnietos, amigos y miembros de la iglesia.

La familia y amigos pueden asistir a los servicios en su memoria:

Velorio en “St. Marks”, 7501 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20783, el martes 19 de julio, de 6pm hasta la medianoche.

Misa en “St. Marks”, 7501 Adelphi Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20783, el miercoles 20 de julio, de 10am hasta las 11am.

Funerario en “Gate of Heaven”, 13801 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20906, miércoles, 20 de julio, a las 12:15 pm.

“Tú que habitas al amparo del Altísimo y resides a la sombra del Omnipotente, dile al Señor: “Mi amparo, mi refugio, mi Dios, en quien yo pongo mi confianza.” (Salmos 91: 1-2)


Sunday, July 17th, 2016

HOFFMAN, Kurt C.

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KURT CHARLES HOFFMAN Passed away July 10, 2016, in Silver Spring, MD. Born September 26, 1954, to Charles L. and Rita H. Hoffman of Silver Spring, MD. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne M. Crouse, and daughter, Kyle Elizabeth Hoffman. Other survivors include five sisters, Karen Haines, Kristine Hoffman (Paul Raschke), Katrina Bennett (Bruce), Karla Hoffman (Robin Hayes) and Kamala Littleton (Marcelo Cardarelli). Also survived by four nieces and five nephews. Memorial service and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Montgomery Hospice – Casey House, 1355 Piccard Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850. On-line guestbook can be found at:

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Saturday, July 16th, 2016

DYE, Marie M.

MARIE M. DYE (Age 82)  On Thursday, July 14, 2016, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Lindy C. Dye; mother of Steven L. and Kenneth L. Dye; grandmother of Michael and Linda Dye. Also survived by her siblings, Iva Jones, Wanda Monger and Herbert Monger. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, Tuesday, July 19, 2016 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Followed by graveside service and interment at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, 3401 Bladensburg Road, Brentwood, MD at 11 a.m.

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Friday, July 15th, 2016

WATSON, Margaret E.

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Margaret E.  Watson (Age 99)

On Tuesday, July 12, 2016, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Raymon Oliver Watson. Relatives and friends may call at  Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Monday, July 18, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.  Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette’s Church, 72 University Blvd. East, Silver Spring, MD, on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

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Friday, July 15th, 2016

STONE III, William DeClayton

William DeClayton Stone, III
(Age 85)
On Friday, July 8, 2016, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Joyce Stone; father of April Stone, Deborah Atkins, William Stone IV, Sharon Carter, Twanna Chase, Robin Christian, and the late Cheryl Stone. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 29 great- grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends at Colesville United Methodist Church, 52 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD, Saturday, July 16, from 10 to 11 a.m.; followed by a Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

Friday, July 15th, 2016

ROHR, Carolyn Joyce Jarrett

CAROLYN JOYCE JARRETT ROHER (75)
On Friday, July 8, 2016, of Nashville, TN, formerly of Gaithersburg, MD. Beloved wife of Richard T. Roher, Sr; cherished mother of Marjorie Mae Roher, Richard T. (Andrea) Roher, Jr. and Jennifer Joyce Roher; devoted grandmother of Richard T. Roher, III. Also survived by three nieces, one nephew and other family and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Hughes United Methodist Church, 10700 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton, MD, Saturday, July 16 from 10 to 10:45 a.m., where a Funeral Service will follow at 11 a.m. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to www.pearlpoint.org.

Friday, July 15th, 2016

HOLLAND, Mary Lou

Mary Lou Holland (Age 84)
On Wednesday, July 13, 2016, of Kensington, MD. Beloved wife of the late William J. Holland; mother of Dr. Paul (Jane) Holland, Miriam (Donald) Kinner, Dr. Susan Holland (Michael Proctor), Amy Yendall and Jennifer (David) Holland-Still; grandmother of Matthew (Lori) and Caitlin Proctor, Keil and Kelsey Kinner, Billy Yendall and Brendan Still. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Monday, July 18, from 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Holy Redeemer Church, Summit Ave and Cable Drive, Kensington, MD, on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 4200 Harewood Road, NE, Washington, DC 20017.

Thursday, July 14th, 2016

DICKIE, Margaret Ellen

MARGARET ELLEN DICKIE (Age 79)
On Tuesday, July 12, 2016, of Bethesda, MD. Beloved wife of Robert W. Dickie; mother of Theresa, James, John and Robert; grandmother of Eva, William and Alexis. Born in Istanbul, Turkey, she was baptized and confirmed by then Monsignor Roncalli, now Pope Saint John XXIII. She was active as a Red Cross volunteer, Lay Eucharistic Minister, Sodality, and Scouting leader throughout her travels as a Navy wife. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD (Valet Parking) on Sunday, July 17, 2016, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anselm”s Abbey, 4501 South Dakota Avenue NE, Washington, DC, on Monday, July 18, 2017, at 10 a.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, (www.nmcrs.org).

Wednesday, July 13th, 2016

STEWART, Shawn Daniel (age 41)

Shawn Daniel Stewart (Age 41)

On Monday, July 11, 2016, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved son of Deborah Thombs and Gregory Creamer; father of Kyrah Clark and Shawn Evans Stewart; Brother of Marnie White, Robin Thombs, Robert White; uncle of Taylor Thombs; nephew of Rae Dean St. John and CathyJacobs. Also survived by numerous cousins. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, Saturday, July 16, 2016, from 2 to 4 pm. Interment private.   Memorial contributions may be made to Go fund me


Wednesday, July 13th, 2016

POTTER, Gladys Joan

GLADYS JOAN POTTER (Age 79)
On Saturday, July 9, 2016, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of Kenneth Russell Potter; mother of Carol Potter Lightfoot, Kenneth Robert (Amy) Potter and the late Janet Lynn Potter; grandmother of Sean McGee, Peter and Gregory Lightfoot, Meredith and Morgan Potter; sister of Robert P. (Jane) Liehmann. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Saturday, August 27, 2016, from 2 to 4 p.m. Interment private. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society , 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770.

Wednesday, July 13th, 2016

CALLAGHAN, Margaret Dolan

MARGARET DOLAN CALLAGHAN
(Age 96)
Of University Park, MD, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 10, 2016. Dedicated volunteer, world traveler, music lover, and always ready with a laugh and smart, delightful conversation. Beloved wife of the late John W. (Jack) Callaghan; daughter of John J. and Catherine B. Dolan of Philadelphia, PA; and sister of Catherine A. Simon of Ambler, PA. Loving aunt to John J. Simon of Sebastopol, CA; Robert M. Simon of Berwyn Heights, MD; Ann Simon Comstock of Maple Glen, PA, James W. Simon of Lancaster, PA. Her memory will be cherished by numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, and she will be greatly missed by a host of friends. Friends may visit on Thursday, July 14, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 4902 Berwyn Road, College Park, MD 20740. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated immediately following, at 7:30 p.m. in the church. Interment will take place at a later date at New Cathedral Cemetery, Philadelphia, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, John and Cathy Belcher Campus, 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, MD 21122.

Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc.
500 University Blvd. West
Silver Spring, MD 20901

Phone: 301.593.9500