Archive for December, 2018

Maureen Ann Murphy

Maureen Ann Murphy (Age 62), of Leisure World, MD, passed away on Sunday, December 02, 2018.  Beloved mother of Kevin Davis Robinson and Kelly Marie Robinson, Sister of Shawn J. Murphy and the late Thomas N. Murphy.  Also survived by Sister-in-law Hilary Murphy, Daughter-in-law Adriana Robinson and soon to be Son-in-law Kevin McAteer. Services will be held at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 1001 Brighton Dam Road, Brookeville, MD on Saturday, December 15^th at 11AM.  Please join our family in wearing purple as a celebration of her life and favorite color.  Private interment at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Partnership for Animal Welfare ( online at https://paw-rescue.org/donations/).

Martin Andrew Lamm (Age 57)

On Saturday, December 8, 2018, of Hyattsville, MD. Beloved son of the late Jean and Andrew Lamm; brother of Stephen Lamm and wife Maureen; uncle of Bryan and Monica Lamm. He is also survived by many other loving family and friends. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, on Monday, December 17, 2018, from 10 to 11 AM, with Funeral Service at 11 AM. Interment George Washington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Maryland Food bank to help those in need this holiday season at mdfoodbank.org.

Tobby Jol Lee (Age 49)

On Wednesday, December 5, 2018, of Rockville, MD. Beloved daughter of the late Jeane and Jacky Lee; sister of Dolly (Evan Minor) Lee, Gary (Patricia) Lee, and Merry (Joseph) St. Laurent. Also survived by nieces and nephews, Akara, Michael, Rachel, Kristen, Daniel, as well as her great-nephew, Mason. Services and interment private. Memorial contributions may be made to Cornerstone Montgomery, 6040 Southport Drive, Bethesda, MD 20814 or to NAMI-Montgomery County, 11718 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852.

DIANE MELANIE DAVIS GERBER

Diane M. Davis Gerber, age 62, died unexpectedly on December 5, 2018 in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.  A third generation Washingtonian, she is survived by her loving and devoted husband Christopher D. Gerber; five siblings, Dorothy A. Davis, James A. Davis, III (Patty), Gregory P. Davis (Kelli), Margaret E. Davis, and Michael T. Davis (Devon).  She also leaves her mother-in-law Jeanne M. Gerber, sister-in-law Lynn J. Davis (Peter), and brother-in-law Michael J. Gerber (Melanie).  She was predeceased by her sister Deborah Davis; her father James A. Davis, her brother Kenneth M. Davis, and her mother Margaret H. Davis.  She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, colleagues, and friends.

She attended Blessed Sacrament School, Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School, University of Oregon, and The George Washington University.  She worked over 34 years as an Environmental Protection Specialist for EPA, Montgomery County, and District of Columbia.  Her passions included ornithology, birdwatching, love and care of dogs, and teaching others about the environment.  She was named employee of the year in Montgomery County for her work teaching elementary school students what natural wonders were right in their own backyards and local streams.  She also enjoyed leisure travel – especially to Chincoteague, VA, care for the elderly, and horseback riding.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, 3630 Quesada Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20015 on Thursday December 20, 2018 at 11:00 AM with a receiving reception in the Parish Center.  Burial private.  In lieu of flowers, and to fulfill Diane’s wishes, please make a donation in her memory (Diane M Davis) to either The Cornell Lab of Ornithology in Ithaca, NY or the Humane Society of the United States – Emergency Animal Rescue Fund, Washington, DC.

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JOHN FALES, Jr. 

John Fales, Jr., age 78, of Silver Spring MD, passed peacefully on Monday, November 26, 2018. A proud Marine, he served from 1957-1963 and 1966-1967. Blinded in Vietnam, he retired from the Marine Corps, and continued his service as a leader in the veteran’s community. John co-founded and led the Blinded American Veterans Foundation (BAVF) and wrote a newspaper column, Sgt. Shaft. He ensured that service members, veterans and their families received support earned through service to country. John retired from the Corporation for National and Community Service in 2006. Military decorations include the Purple Heart, Vietnam Service Medal, and Combat Action Ribbon. Other awards include the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service from the Freedom’s Foundation and the Outstanding Handicapped Federal Employee. Survived by his wife of 40 years, Heea Vazirani-Fales; daughters Denise Fales Preskitt, Deepika Harris, Monika Vazirani, Jyotika Vazirani-Ali (Nizam Ali); son Ashish Vazirani (Deborah); grandchildren Christine, Grant, Victor, Benjamin, Isabella and Tariq; brother Frank and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by daughter Reetika and grandson Jehan, and siblings Bill, Barbara and Robert. Friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, Friday, December 14, from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 15, at St. Andrew Apostle Catholic Church, 11600 Kemp Mill Road, Silver Spring, MD. Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of choice  or the BAVF.

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JAMES  E. GRANT (Age 66)

On Thursday, November 8, 2018, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Paula Simmons; father of Bryan Grant (Adrienne) and Carla Hayes.  Also  survived by his siblings Eddie, Jr. (Iris), Timothy (Vicky), Mary (Craig), Jay (Valencia), Kim (Tyson) and Willie (Liz) . Family will receive friends at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, 215 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, on  Tuesday, December 11, from 10 to 11 a.m. visitation; where the Memorial Service will follow at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations in his name may be made to Holy Cross Hospice http://www.trinityhealthathome.org/hospicecare

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MONTE MILTON RICHARDSON

Monte Milton Richardson, 66, of Odenton, Maryland passed away on Nov 29, 2018 in his home, surrounded by family and friends. Though leaving us at a tender age, Monte lived every moment with integrity, grace, loyalty, and love. Growing up in Rockville, graduating from Robert E Peary High School in 1970, to playing hockey all around the DC area from Baltimore to Wheaton to DC, and eventually Piney Orchard with what became the HNA Men’s hockey league. A loyal Washington Capitals fan, Monte shared his love and Rocked the Red with family, friends, and all who were lucky enough to join him for decades of games. His love for maps and exploring took him to nearly every US state and countless sandy beaches throughout his life, especially Ocean City, MD where he built many additional friendships, shared countless sunsets, and participated in the Penguin Swim benefiting Atlantic General Hospital year after year. Monte was always a giving person, sharing his earnings with such charities as Children’s National Medical Center, The Salvation Army, multiple Military charities and Meals on Wheels even in his passing. He has always been a selfless soul while mentoring many to do the same. A proud 3rd generation Steamfitter and longtime Local 602 brother, he retired in MARCH 2018 after 20 years with WE Bowers, and previous years with RM Thornton. Missed by so many, Monte is survived by his sisters Peggy Ann Foss  and Patti Jo Richardson, nephew Monte Foss with wife Tamitra and children Nicklas and Aria, nephews Jason and Travis Foss, and his best friend and the son he never had Justin Hurley.Visitation begins at 12 PM with funeral service at 1 PM on Friday, December 7, 2018 at Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Blvd.West, Silver Spring, MD. Interment will immediately follow at Parklawn Memorial Park, 12800 Veirs Mill Rd., Rockville, MD 20853.

ADELAIDA VIDAL VELASQUEZ (Age 73)

On Sunday, December 2, 2018, of Silver Spring, MD. Rest in Peace our dear Adelaida Velasquez (Addie), who joined our creator on Sunday, December 2, 2018, after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband Marvin Velasquez in Silver Spring, MD, her children: Lorna B. Docdoc, Alberto Bacareza, Gil Bacareza , Zenaida B.Cabillon, Joel Bacareza, Teresita B. Sadomia, Alfonso Bacareza, and Sherilyn B.Signo and 35 grandchildren in the Philippines. Her closest friend Marlyn Intoy and other friends stood by her side since her cancer became worst in May 2014 which actually started in 2003. Addie was born in the Province of Bohol, Philippines to parents Aquilino Vidal and Eufrosina Dospueblos . She had been an active parishioner/ member of the Fil Ministry of St. Michael/ Cebu Sinulog Dancers of MWDC, gracing several charity and religious events in the US capital region. She was more popularly known as the Lead dancer of the annual SANTO NINO Sinulog Events at various Santo Nino Festivals at St. Michael Church in Silver Spring, MD, St. Rose of Lima in Gaithersburg, MD., St Mary’s in Rockville , MD, the Shrine of St Jude in Rockville, MD, Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Washington D.C. etc. Relatives and friends may call at  Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Sunday, December 9, from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 805 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Monday, December 10, at 10:30 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Joan L. Klassen (Age 90)

On Monday, December 3, 2018, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Harvey Klassen; mother of Karen Klassen and Lonn Tremblay. A devout Seventh-day Adventist. A devoted labor and delivery nurse. A loving wife and mother.  Memorial Service at Spencerville Seventh Day Adventist Church, 16325 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, January 4, at 3:30 p.m.

Adelaida Vidal Velasquez (Age 73)

On Sunday, December 2, 2018, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of Marvin Velasquez. Survived by 8 kids and 13 grandkids. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Sunday, December 9, from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 805 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Monday, December 10, at 10 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Ursula Anselmo Lemanski (Age 101)

On Monday, December 03, 2018, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Raymond Lemanski; mother of Angela (David) Ryder, Ursula Lemanski, Anna (Keith) Marty, and Raymond (Leslie) Lemanski; grandmother of Nikki, Billy, Jake, Chris, Nick, Sammy, and Jenny; sister of Louise Michalowicz, and the late Michael and Andrew Anselmo. Also survived by her large extended family. Relatives and friends may call at Our Lady of Grace Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd, Silver Spring, MD, Saturday, December 15, 2018, from 10 to 11 am where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Hospice, http://www.holycrosshealth.org/home-based-care-hospice

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BARBARA MAY RUDZKI (age 77)

On Sunday, December 2, 2018 Barbara Rudzki of Kensington, MD died peacefully at home. Born on September 3, 1941, beloved daughter of Alice and Otto May she was raised on Long Island and in Chicago. She was an only child and fell in love with books at an early age. Her undergraduate studies at Oberlin lead to a Master’s in English at Northwestern. She met her husband in Chicago when they were introduced by one of his patient’s while in his residency for internal medicine. The two fell in love and moved to Washington to begin their life as she began a career in teaching English at Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC. A loving mother, wife, and grandmother, a teacher, and a friend will be deeply missed by her husband Cesar and her son J.R. of Bethesda, his wife Anne Brooks Rudzki and their children Bobby, Juliet, and Lucy. Private graveside service will be held at Garden of Remembrance Memorial Park, Clarksburg, MD.

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