Archive for July, 2019

Katherine N. Hinkson (Age 32)

On Wednesday, July 17, 2019, of Silver Spring, MD Katherine was called home to glory to join her father Loc Xuan Nguyen in heaven. She is the beloved wife of Jason Anthony Hinkson; mother of Jaiden Hinkson and Ava Hinkson; daughter of Thanh (adoptive father) and Hoa Cao;daughter-in-law of Irene Keller Hinkson and Tony Hinkson; sister of Christian Cao, Sandra Schopplein, Shayne Cao, and Stephanie Cline; aunt of Anthony, Nicholas, and Sophia. Relatives and friends may attend viewing at Collins Funeral Home (valet parking), 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD Friday, July 26, 2019, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. Celebration of life (Funeral Service) will be held at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Ethel C. Lagos

Mrs. Ethel Cotsonis Lagos, age 96, of Silver Spring, MD passed away peacefully on July 15, 2019, surrounded by family. She was born in Washington DC, one of six children to the late Harry and Anna Cotsonis. Ethel was preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Socrates Lagos. She is survived by her sister Zoe Schmid, while siblings Francesca, Alex, Mary and Sophie have predeceased her. She also lost family friend and beloved companion of eleven years, Al DeBernardis. Ethel is survived by her children, Anna (David, also deceased) Scaggs of Fayetteville, PA; Elaine (Stephen) Wallis of Ellicott City, MD; and William (Connie) Lagos of Reston, VA; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Ethel attended McKinley Tech High School, in Washington, DC and enjoyed attending high school reunions over the years. A Washington Nationals baseball fan, Ethel was an avid bridge player and loved attending and being part of every family affair. A beauty inside and out, she was elegant, strong, caring, and an inspiration to her family and those who called her a friend. She was a devoted wife and mom; had a wide circle of friends; and always had a sensitive, caring, and positive outlook on life. She also had a great sense of humor, a terrific smile, and loved to laugh. She was proud of her Greek heritage and in the early years attended St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church in Washington DC, along with her family, including annual vacations at the beach. She loved to dance and liked listening to music, including anything by Perry Como.

Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Thursday, July 18, 2019, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Funeral Service at Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 701 Norwood Road, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, July 19, 2019 at 10:00 am, followed by interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Vasculitis Foundation or Chrohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America

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Eric Stephen Cygnarowicz (Age 49)

On Friday, July 12, 2019, of Sykesville, MD. Beloved son of Thomas A. and Ellen G. Cygnarowicz; brother of Bryan (Beth) and Paul (Michele Bornholdt) Cygnarowicz; uncle of Teresa, Thomas, Gary, Meaghan and Kate. Also survived by uncles, aunts and cousins. Eric was a graduate of DeMatha Catholic High School and the University of Maryland. He was an engineer at the Department of Defense. A visitation will be held at St. John the Baptist Church, 12319 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring MD, 20904 on Saturday, July 27, 2019 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 p.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to DeMatha Catholic High School, 4318 Madison Street, Hyattsville MD, 20781 or American Heart Association, PO Box 78851, Phoenix, AZ 85062.

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Jane Wildermuth Spangenberg (Age 84)

On Sunday, July 14, 2019, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late David Spangenberg. She is survived by her 4 children Susan Writtenberry (Lynn), Nancy Leab (Tony), Scott Spangenberg (Rachel) and Thomas Spangenberg (Amy), 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother who loved her family with all her heart and was the heart of our family. Relatives and friends may call at  Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Tuesday, July 23, from 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service at Colesville Presbyterian Church, 12800 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Wednesday, July 24, at 11 a.m. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Colesville Presbyterian Church.

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Giuseppe Rascona (Age 96)

On Sunday, July 14, 2019, of Olney, MD. Beloved husband of the late Carmela Rascona; father of Nino (Paula) Rascona, Phillip (Nancy) Rascona, Gina (David) Ziegenbein, and Annette Stern. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by one grandchild. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter’s Church, 2900 Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD, Monday, July 22, 2019 at 11 am. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Montgomery Hospice or Foundation Fighting Blindness.

Ana Betulia Carmouze (Age 80)

On Wednesday, July 10, 2019, of Kensington, MD. Born Ana Betulia Buitrago in Bogota, Colombia on May 13, 1939. Beloved wife of Jorge Carmouze; mother of Raul Carmouze and Grace Carmouze-Cunningham (Jerry); grandmother to Camila Mae Cunningham. Caring aunt, devoted Godmother and trusted friend to many. Daughter of the late Carlota Acero and sister of the late Luisa Buitrago of Bogota. Retired long-time employee of GEICO in Chevy Chase, MD. Relatives and friends may call at St. Catherine Laboure Church, Veirs Mill and Claridge Roads, Wheaton, MD, Monday, July 15, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., where a funeral service will take place at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Arthritis Foundation, 1355 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309.

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Henry Shihadeh (Age 41)

On Thursday, July 11, 2019, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved son of the late Mufeed “Tex” and the late Jeanette Shihadeh; brother of Mary Madanat and Jamil Shihadeh; uncle of Farid and Ramez Madanat. Funeral Service at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, July 19, at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

MARIAN JOYCE COLEMAN (Age 88)

On Wednesday, July 10, 2019, of Silver Spring, MD, formerly of Rockville, MD and Tucumcari, NM. Beloved wife of the late Francis Coleman; mother of Frank, Jr. (Jill), Larry (Ellen), Tim (Lisa) Coleman and Kitty (Jeff) Houser; grandmother of Kevin, Sean, Carrie, Chris, Brendan, Jessica, Tom, Jennifer Jimmy, Lauren, Kristen and Lesley; great-grandmother of 16, with one on the way. Also survived by siblings, Elton Hall, Jeanette Parsons, Douglas Hall, Ken Hall, Ron Hall and Fred Hall; Dorothy Adcock and Richard Hall predeceased her. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD (Valet Parking), Monday, July 15, 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd., Silver Spring, MD, on Tuesday, July 16 at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Autism Speaks, 1990 K St., NW, 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20006.

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Michael Kyle Thomas (Age 29)

On Saturday, July 06, 2019, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved son of Michael D. Thomas, and Mary K.Lake; brother of Timothy C. Lowe,and Lyle A. Lowe; nephew of Dennis (Cindy) Lake;cousin of Rose, and Courtney Lake. Relatives and friends may call at  Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD,Thursday, July 18, 2019, from 12 to 1 PM where funeral service will follow at 1PM. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Kathleen Cronin Murray (Age 63)

On July 8, 2019 our beloved Kathy died peacefully and is now in the arms of our Lord. Kathy was born on February 1, 1956 in Washington D.C. Kathy attended St. Bernadette, Holy Name Academy, and later graduated with honors from Maryland University with a Master’s degree in education. She is survived by her mother, Margaret Patricia Cronin; brothers, Michael Cronin Sr. (Jeanie).Don Cronin (Myra), and Christopher Cronin. Beloved aunt of Cristina Cronin Scheffman, Jenifer Cronin Winkler, Kati Cronin, Michael Cronin Jr., Don Cronin, Jr., Brian Cronin, and Genevieve Cronin. We will always remember her fearlessness and love for Shakespeare. Visitation will be held Monday July 15, 2019 from 10 to 11 AM at Our Lady of Grace Church 15661 Norbeck Blvd. (Leisure World) Silver Spring Md. 20906 where a Memorial Mass will follow at 11 AM. The family would like to invite friends and family for a time food and fellowship immediately following the services.

Donald R. Rudolph (Age 91)

On Tuesday, July 9, 2019, of Mount Rainier, MD. Beloved husband of Dorothy Rudolph; father of Gregory Rudolph; father-in-law of Jodi Rudolph; grandfather of Michael Smith Rudolph and Noah Hardy; also survived by extended loving family Alberta and Vincent Barnes.  Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, on Monday, July 15, beginning at 8:30 a.m., where funeral service will be held at 9:00 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.

IDELE EDELINE KRUITHOFF

Idele Edeline Kruithoff, 96, was born in Kensington, Minnesota on November 8, 1922, the youngest child of Magnus and Inga Marie Larson.

As a young woman, during WWII, she moved east to accept a civil servant position in Washington, DC. She continuously worked for the government for more than three decades before retiring from her supervisory position with the National Science Foundation (NSF). After her retirement, she enjoyed the camaraderie of working part-time at the information booth at Wheaton Plaza (Westfield Wheaton Mall) for several years. During that period, she enjoyed traveling to Eastern and Northern Europe, East Asia, and throughout the US and Canada. Idele throughout her life had many interest; in particular, she enjoyed reading, boating, swimming, going to the theater, ice skating, and gardening. Her long marriage to Robert Kruithoff ended in divorce.

Idele was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters, Rose Langseth, Evelyn Mertz, and Myrtle Taylor; and her brothers, Clarence Larson, Melvin Larson, and Morrell Larson. She is survived by sister in-law Marlys (Morrell) Larson, of Sun City West, AZ, several nieces and nephews, and many good friends and neighbors. A viewing followed by a memorial will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2019 from 10 a.m. through 11:30 a.m. at Collins Funeral Home located at 500 University Blvd. W., Silver Spring, MD 20901. Interment services will follow at 12:30 p.m. at Fort Lincoln Cemetery at 3401 Bladensburg Rd, Brentwood, MD 20722.