FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010 DEATHNOTICE


GRAY


PRISCILLAL.GRAY Holy Redeemer Sodalist are notified of the death of our Sister.Viewing Saturday,October 9atthe Church from 10 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m.


Rev.David A. Bava, Moderator HAMPTON LEON H.HAMPTON, JR. (Age 66)


Peacefully on Thursday,September 30, 2010, LEON H.HAMPTON,JR. of Alexandria,VA. He is survived by his sister,Charlene Hampton Holloway (Chet) of Louisville,KY; two nieces, one nephew,aswell as ahost of relatives, extended family and friends across the nation and in various countries. AService of Remembrance and Celebrations of Life will be held at The Metropolitan Com- munity Church of Washington, DC,474 Ridge Street,NW,Washington, DC 20001 at 2p.m. on Saturday,October 9, 2010. Private interment. Online condolences may be shared at CHoll88317@aol.com


HERBERT MARYANN HERBERT


Departed this life Monday,September 27, 2010, at Washington Hospital Center in Wash- ington DC.Funeral service will be held on Saturday,October 9, 2010 at First Baptist Church of Merrifield, 8122 Ransell Road, Falls Church, VA.Meet family and friend from 10 to 11 a.m. Memorial Service will follow.


JOHNSON ERIC KEITH JOHNSON,Rph (Age 57)


Died suddenly at home in Washington, DC on September 30, 2010. Left to mourn his death, is his beloved mother,Irene C. Bush; cousins, Louise Anderson of Converse,TX, SandraDiles of Ft. Washington, MD and Eddie James of Tampa, FL. Also survived by other relatives and friends.A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday,October 9, 12:30 p.m. at the FORT LINCOLN FUNERAL HOME, 3401 Bladensburg Rd., Brentwood, MD.Interment private.Inlieu of flowers,contributions may be made to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Maryland/DC Chapter,17Warren Road, Suite 13 A, Baltimore,MD21208.


SLAUGHTER DARCY "NOLAN" PALMER (Age 53)


Nolan Palmer,affectionately known as “Polar Bear”. On Tuesday,September 21, 2010 at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte,NC.Anative Washingtonian, he attended Eastern H.S.and moved to Pageland, S.C. in 1988. He is survived by his parents Charlie and Lucille Palmer, wife Rochelle and son DuPree Rockingham of SC,sister Theresa Palmer Tracy,nieces Adrienne T. King and Alison Tracy of Prince Georges County,MD, as well as ahost of loving relatives and friends.Funeral services and interment were held on Saturday,September 25, 2010 at Gum Spring Baptist Church in Pageland, SC.Memorial contributions may be made in Nolan’smemory to the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis,10866 W. Washington Blvd. #343, Culver City,CA90232 or online at www.coalitionforpf.org.King Funeral Home of Pageland, SC was in charge of the arrange- ments.Online condolences may be sent to ttracy108@gmail.com


PEOPLES JOHNSON JAMES M. JOHNSON "Jim"


On Wednesday,October 6, 2010 of Gaithers- burg, MD.Beloved husband of Erna “Annie” Johnson; father of James H. Johnson, Stephanie A. Fredricksen and Carrie Valdez; grandfather of Brianna Valdez, Danielle and Bradley John- son. Memorial service will be held at PUMPHREY’S COLONIAL FUNERAL HOME, 300 West Montgomery Avenue,Rockville,MDon Sunday,October 10 at 1p.m. Interment private. Please view and sign family guestbook at www.pumphreyfuneralhome.com


LANEHART HAROLD S. LANEHART


Members of the Order are advised of the passing of P.G.M. and P.G.P. Harold S. Lanehart on Wednesday,August 18, 2010 at Fredericksburg,VA. J. Larry Harris,Noble Grand Peter F. Gelot, Secy


MARTIN MATTIE M.MARTIN


On Tuesday,October 5, 2010. Devoted mother of Deavie Lewis.Also survived by 10 grandchil- dren; six great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.Mrs.Martin will lie in state at First Baptist Church of Deanwood, 45th and Sheriff Rd., NE, Monday,October 11 from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.Services by STEWART.


McCALL BARBARA JEAN McCALL


On Thursday,September 30, 2010. She is survived by her husband, Wiley McCall; daugh- ter,Kimberly Ford (Kelvin); granddaughter, Kaniyah Ford; her mother,Fannie Bell; six sisters,three brothers and ahost of other relatives and friends.OnSaturday,October 9, friends may visit with the family from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service at 11 a.m. at Solid Rock Full Gospel Baptist Church, 7711 Walker Mill Dr., Capitol Heights,MD. Interment Ft. Lincoln Cemetery.


PROCTOR THOMPSON


McCRACKEN NANCY W. McCRACKEN


On Tuesday,October 5, 2010 of Arlington, VA. Wife of the late John T. McCracken; loving mother of Anne McCracken (John Zipperian), Matt (Lynette) McCracken and Danny McCrack- en (Tracey Obeda); grandmother of Rebecca, Andrew,Julia, Margaret and Patrick; great- grandmother of Natalia and Isabella; sister of Martha Ladd and Julia Smith. Friends may call at the MURPHY FALLS CHURCH FUNERAL HOME, 1102 W. Broad St., (Rt. 7), from 6to 8p.m. on Friday,October 8. Services will be held on Saturday,October 9, 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 2609 North Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA.Interment Columbia Gar- dens Cemetery.Inlieu of flowers,memorials may be made to St. George's Food Pantry,915 North Oakland St., Arlington,VA 22203.


MEDLEY PIERRE ANTWAN MEDLEY


On September 27, 2010 of Landover,MD. Survived by one daughter;parents Joseph and Terrie Medley; two sisters; two brothers; two nephews; other relatives and friends.Visitation 10 a.m. Service 11:30 a.m. Saturday,October 9,Woodlawn Baptist Church, 5001 Church Rd., Bowie,MD. Services by J.B. JENKINS.


MILLER


MARGARET WILSON MILLER "Peggy"


Passed away on August 25, 2010 at her resi- dence at Ingleside at King Farm in Rockville MD.Mrs.Miller,a more than 70 year resident of Northwest, Washington, DC,issurvived by her brother Thomas P. Wilson and his wife Margaret of Charleston,WV;and many nieces, nephews,and cousins.


Mrs.Miller was acareer employee of the International Monetary Fund. She travelled widely and participated in several local events and charities.Mrs.Miller was awonderful God Mother,great friend and confidant. She never met astranger,was kind and generous and will be sorely missed by all her friends and family.


AMemorial Service and Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday,October,9 at 1:30pm at Ingleside at King Farm. The family requests no flowers.


OLIVER STELLA M. OLIVER


On Thursday,September 30, 2010. Loving wife of the late James M. Oliver;beloved mother of Zagery (Fumi) Oliver,Isaiah Butler and Gail (Walter) Williams; devoted grandmother of Bre- anna Oliver and Tyson Williams.Also survived by three great-grandchildren, three sisters, IraDell Johnson, Eleanor Butler and Lashelle Renee Crenshaw; and one brother,Robert C. Crenshaw.The family will receive friends on Saturday,October 9from 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 11 a.m. at the Family Church, 1610 Columbia Rd., N.W.,Washington, DC 20009


RHODES


Vardeman of Lawrenceville,GA, James (DeLacey) Rhodes of Richmond,VA and Richard Rhodes of Richmond, VA;loving great-aunt of Ramona Vardeman. The family will receive friends at FAIRFAX MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 9902 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, VA on Saturday,October 9, 2010 from 3to7p.m. and on Monday,October 11 from 9to10a.m. at St. Edmond Catholic Church, 21st Street and Snyder Ave.,Philadelphia, PA where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Interment will be at S.S. Peter and Paul Cemetery,Springfield, PA.Memorial contributions may be made to Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Building Fund, 15100 Enter- prise Ct., #300, Chantilly,VA20151. www.fmfh.com


JOYCE REGINA RHODES (Age 64) Of South Riding, VA passed away on October 6, 2010 at her resi- dence.Beloved sister of Gilbert B. (Melinda) Rhodes of Burke,VA; devoted aunt of Kimberly (Rod)


TOULOTTE


BENJAMIN PHILLIP TOULOTTE Suddenly on Tuesday,October 5, 2010, Benjamin Phillip Toulotte of Bowie,MD. Beloved son of Stephen and Robyn Toulotte; dear brother of Douglas (Kristen) Toulotte,Marissa (Jason) Bunting


and Alyse Toulotte; loving grandson of Matthew Feldman and Jean Toulotte.Funeral services will be held on Sunday October 10, 2010, 2p.m. at Judean Memorial Gardens Chapel, Olney,MDwith interment following at Judean Memorial Gardens.Shiva will be observed at the home of Robyn Toulotte through Wednesday evening with prayers at 7:30 p.m.Memorial contributions may be made to the Bowie Youth and Family Services,2614 Kenhill Dr., Bowie,MD20715-2534. Arrange- ments entrusted to the TORCHINSKY HEBREW FUNERAL HOME,202-541-1001.


GALIARDI MARYSUSAN GALIARDI (Age 52)


Of Arlington, VA., formerly of Connellsville, passed away peacefully Wednesday October 6, 2010 at the home of her sister,Linda, after acourageous battle with ovarian cancer.She was born in Connellsville on Sept. 9, 1958. She was the daughter of Eugene J. Galiardi of Connellsville and the late Vivian (Nolan) Galiardi. Mary Susan attended Immaculate Conception grade school and graduated from Geibel High School in 1976. She received an associate’s degree from Gannon University in 1978 and also attended Westmoreland Community College. She was aformer member of Immaculate Conception R.C. Church in Connellsville and was amember of St. Charles Borromeo R.C. Church in Arlington, VA.Mary Susan retired in April 2010 after an outstanding 31 year career with the CIA. She will be sadly missed by her extended family and many friends. In addition to her father Mary Susan is survived by her sisters, Andrea Galiardi of Youngwood, Linda Galiardi of Connellsville, and Cynthia Rivosecchi and husband Joe of Gibsonia, She is also survived by two nephews Michael Galiardi of Connellsville and Joe Rivosecchi of


Pittsburgh, and aniece Jenna Rivosecchi of Squirrel Hill. Mary Susan is also survived by the following aunts and uncles, Basil and Rita Nolan of Con- nellsville, Jo Ann Funari of Allentown, and Sam Brooks and wife Sandy of Connellsville, as well as many wonderful cousins and good friends. The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice for their help especially Sherry,Carol, and Cindy. Friends will be received Thursday from 7to9 p.m. and Friday from 1to5and 7to9p.m. in the Brooks Funeral Home Inc., 111 E. Green St. Connellsville, PA.15425, whereaPrayer Service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception R. C. Church, Connellsville, with Rev. Joseph Bonafed officiating. Acommittal service and interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery.In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition or Immaculate Conception R. C. Church in memory of Mary Susan Galiardi. To sign the on line guest registry please visit


www.brooksfuneralhomes.com THOMAS LEO PROCTOR, SR.


On October 5, 2010, passed away at his home surrounded by family.The beloved husband of the late Blanche B. “Sis.” Loving father of Thomas,Jr.,Michael, the late David, Avery, André, Timothy,Sharon Harley,Cynthia Simp- kins,Wanona Harley,Felicia Proctor,Marketa Thompson and Sarita Smith. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends.Family and friends will be received on Sunday,October 10 at Lee Funeral Home,Inc.Branch Ave. and Coventry Wayfrom 5to8p.m. and on Monday, October 11 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2315 Brinkley Rd., Fort Washington, MD from 9until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery Clinton,MD.


ELIZABETH I.THOMPSON (Age 86) Of Arlington, VA on Monday,Octo- ber 4, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Wallace "Dan" Thompson; mother of


Elizabeth Adams


(Richard); beloved grandmother of Rick Adams; sister of Dorothy


Detwiler,MyraBaker,Walter Wiesman and the late Edward Wiesman. Funeral services will be held at MONEY and KING FUNERAL HOME, 171 W. Maple Ave.,Vienna,VA on Saturday,October 9at2p.m. Interment National Memorial Park. The online guestbook is available at www.moneyandking.com


PRISCILLA GRAY(Age 67) DARNELL RICHARDSON March 8, 1969 -October 8, 2007


Words cannot express how much Imiss you. Youwere my best Friend as well as my son. May you continue to rest in God's Heaven. Love Forever,Ma


To my beautiful son,who departed this life three years ago today.


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Priscilla L. Gray of Washington, DC departed on October 2, 2010. She is survived by her beloved husband of 48 years,Ellsworth Gray; sister,Rebecca Brent of Camden, NJ; son, Zane Gray; daughter,Christine Gray-Knight; grandsons,Durrell Gray,Chaz, Joshua and Caleb Knight and Anthony Rogers; and ahost of nieces,nephews,other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends on Saturday,October 9, 2010 from 10 a.m. until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Rev.David Bava celebrant. Interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by ROBINSON FUNERAL HOME.


UNGER


Administration in 2002 and his Doctor of Man- agement degree in August 2010 at University of Maryland University College. He also taught advanced accounting courses for the University of Maryland University College and Strayer University.


In addition to his professional service, Dr.Unger found time to provide 13 years of volunteer service as Trustee Treasurer for Mount De Sales Academy. He served 10 years as an original Boardmember, and was twice-President of the BaltimoreCounty BoardofEthics for the BoardofEducation which he was instrumental in establishing on behalf of the BaltimoreCounty Public School System. He also attended and was Past-President of Faith Lutheran Church, in Cockeysville, MD.


Dr.ROLAND LOUIS UNGER


Suddenly,onOctober 1, 2010, while vacationing in the Caribbean, Dr.Roland Louis Unger,CPA,passed away in Nassau, The Bahamas. Dr.Unger had become ill and was airlifted by the U.S. Coast Guard from the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Sea ship to ahospital in Nassau wherehedied. Dr.Unger was aCertified Public Accountant, and the Chief Accountant for the State of Maryland Comptrollers office. In addition to his private accounting practice, previously he was the Treasurer for the City of Westminster and an accountant for the State of Maryland Teachers&State Employees Supplemental Retirement System.


Prior to his career in accounting, Dr.Unger was a BaltimoreCity Police Officer.In1973, he went on to become aPolice Officer for BaltimoreCounty, serving on the Tactical Section S.W.A.T.Team. In 1977, he was the recipient of an awardfor an act of heroism in coming to the aid of afellow officer. He later retired from the BaltimoreCounty Tactical Team on disability.


In 1972, Dr.Unger joined the U.S. Naval Reserve and served as aClass ASignalman. He was honorably released from active duty in 1978. He was proud to serve, and was apatriotic and loyal American who loved his country.


Dr.Unger earned his Bachelor of Science at Towson State College, MD. He earned his Master of Business


Dr.Unger was born in Frederick, MD on December 11, 1949 and was the son of Louis Frank and Anna Elizabeth (Nee) Daylor Unger.Heissurvived by his loving wife, Ann Elizabeth LeonardUnger (Nee Nee) Slye, son Christian Michael Unger,daughter Christine Velinda Holmburg, son Jonathan Andrew Unger and daughter Sarah Elizabeth Unger.Heis the proud grandfather of William Brayden Unger. He is also survived by his former wife, friend, and mother of their children, Patrice Diane Unger,along with his former in-laws, Leo Henry and Shirley Johnson Ader.


Throughout his lifetime, Dr.Unger counseled the benefits of higher education and exemplified the fruits which such an opportunity provides. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to be made to the Better Opportunities Through Online Education Fund (BOTOE) at the University of Maryland, University College Foundation online at www.umuc.edu/advancement or mail checks, payable to UMUC Foundation to UMUC. Office of Institutional Advancement, UC-310, 3501 Universi- ty Blvd. E. Adelphi, MD 20783.


Friends and family may pay their last respects on Sunday,October 10, 2010 from 3p.m. to 5p.m. and from 7p.m. to 9p.m. at Peaceful Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Center,P.A., 2325 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093. Afuneral service will be held in his honor on Monday,October 11, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 8Sherwood Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030. Interment will be held immediately following at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens, 200 Padonia Road East, Timo- nium, MD 21093.


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of serivce at 11 a.m. at the Greater Lighthouse Church, 5201 Baltimore Lane,Lanham, MD. Rev.Joseph D. Bryant, Pastor.Interment pri- vate.Services entrusted to HACKETT'S.


On October 1, 2010, JOHN F. POL- LARD is survived by his three loving sons,five brothers,eights sisters, his ex-wife and ahost of other relatives and friends.The family will recieve friends on Saturday, October 9from 10 a.m. until time


DARRYLE TYRONE PEOPLES,SR.


On Sunday,October 3, 2010. Survived by his wife,Wendy Peoples; four children and five step-children; parents,Joyce Gresham and Jackson Tutt; three sisters,two brothers,and ahost of other relatives and friends.Visitation will be held on October 12, 2010 at First Baptist Church of Glenarden, 3600 Brightseat Rd., Lan- dover,MDfrom 9a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Interment Harmony Memorial Park.


SOBODA "MISS" LUDYSOBODA(Age 74)


Of Chantilly,VApassed away on October 5, 2010 at home.Miss Ludy was the daughter of the late Emil and Mary Sekyraand the loving wife of the late Victor Soboda. She is survived by her daughter Mary of Bristow,VA. Miss Ludy will be dearly missed by her dogs Shelby and Jake-Jake and her outside furry friends.She lovingly cared for the children at Worldgate Sport and Health in Herndon, VA.A celebration of Miss Ludy's life and reunion with her beloved Victor will take place at alater date. www.everlyfuneralhomes.com


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JAMESW. O'ROURKE (Age 89)


On Tuesday,October 5, 2010, of Arlington, VA. Beloved husband of LauraO'Rourke,father of Patrick and Patricia, grandfather of Matthew and Katie.Retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.The family will receive friends at National Memorial Home,7482 Lee Hwy,Falls Church, VA,Sunday,October 10 from 12 noon until aMemorial Service at 1p.m. Memorial contributions in his name may be sent to Walker Chapel United Methodist Church, 4102 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington,VA 22207.


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LINA M. SHOOBRIDGE August 30,1957 October 5, 2010


Lina Shoobridge,ofArlington, VA,died at her residence with her family by her side.Loving mother of Elana and George Jobson-Oliver; caring and thoughtful daughter of Alfred and Toula Shoobridge; sister of Michael (Elaine) Shoobridge and Angela (Stuart) Wandrag.She is also survived by two nieces,one nephew, Wheeler Love,Tim Nelson and many good friends.Lina was an effervescent character with love of life,she was abreath of fresh air.She had asuccessful career with the World Bank and IMF,spanning 28 years,a talented and enthusiastic performer with the British Embassy Players,since 1979, loved recording her life experiences in verse and alifetime fan of Rod Stewart. Lina's endless courage and spirit inspired everyone she met, especially during her battle against cancer.A Memorial Service will be held at theWoman's Club of Arlington, 700 South Buchanan St. Arlington, VA,onSaturday,October 9, 2010 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers,the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to www.cholangiocarcinoma.org or Capital Hos- pice of Arlington. Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.moneyandking.com


DEATHNOTICE WAINWRIGHT ROBERTWAINWRIGHT "Bob"


Died September 15, 2010 in Massachusetts where he had lived for the last nine years with his wife,Martie.Bob lived and worked in the Washington DC area for much of his life.Heretired in 1984 after spending his career working for the agencies that lead to the formation of the DOE. In addition to his wife.Bob was survived by his son, John of Raleigh, NC; his daughters.Nancy Johnson of Chicago and Laurie ofWatertownMAas well as seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Amemorial service will take place in Belmont MAon October 23, 2010.On line guest book at www.brownandhickey.com


WALL CHERYL "DEE" WALL


Cheryl Denae Wall, lovingly known as Dee, of Lusby,MDpassed away on October 5, 2010 at the age of 48. She was adevoted wife, mother,daughter,sister,aunt, and friend. Dee loved being amom. She made acareer out of it, as it was her highest calling. She built astrong foundation in the young minds of the children she taught using her exceptional talents. She had aburning testimony of the Savior Jesus Christ, his teachings, and was active in her local LDS congregation. Dee is survived by her husband Mark Wall, daughters, Emily and Rachel, Sons Taylor and Carson all of Lusby,MD; son, Vernon and wife Ashley of Ft. Benning, GA; parents, Ivon and Virginia Fergus of Germantown, MD; brothers, Trey,Sean, Robert, Rex, Dane, and Drew; sisters, Marian and Ginna Fergus, and Celeste F. Knight. Also, surviving aremany extended family members and friends all of whom will miss her and anxiously await their reunion with her.Therewill be aviewing at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 18900 Kingsview Dr., Germantown, MD 20874 on Saturday,October 9, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 1p.m, wherethe funeral service will follow at 2p.m. Interment will be in the LDS cemetery, in Hampstead, NC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to LDS Family Services, 172 Thomas Johnson Dr., Suite 200, Frederick, MD 21702.


WILLIAMS CHARON LaTEIA WILLIAMS INDIA MAE SLAUGHTER


On Saturday,October 2, 2010. Beloved mother of Janice,Wilmatine,Lunita, Ina and Kenneth. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Sherri and James,other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by asister Cather- ine Tucker and abrother,Phillip Reid. Mrs. Slaughter will lie in state at Plymouth Congre- gational Church, 5301 North Capitol Street, NE, Saturday,October 9from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., services at 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery.Services by STEWART.


On Friday,October 1, 2010; the beloved wife of Derrick "Shaun" Williams; loving daughter of Calvin and Margaret Melvin; mother of Darius and Candice.Also survived by ahost of other relatives and friends.Services will be held Saturday,October 9at11a.m. at Greater Morning Star Apostolic Ministries, 1700 Ritchie-Marlboro Rd., Largo,MD. www.KalasFuneralHomes.com


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VIRGINIA FOWLERWILLIX (Age 81) Born on November 8, 1928, peacefully passed on October 5, 2010. She was the wife of the late John Willix, and daughter of the late Harry and Evelyn Fowler.Ms. Willix retired from the U.S. Department of Defense where she worked for over 30 years.She is survived by her niece, Cindy Tominovich, one sister,Harriet, and two brothers,Charles and Harry.Virginia was also loved by many nieces and nephews.She was especially close to Don Irwin, his wife Sue and daughter Sarah. Don is the son of the late Elmer H. Irwin, her companion of many years.She was also preceded in death by Mr.Irwin's daughter,Debbie.The family will receive friends on Monday,October 11 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon with aservice to begin at noon at GASCH'S FUNERAL HOME P.A., 4739 Baltimore Ave.,Hyattsville,MD. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery,Brentwood, MD.Inlieu of flowers,contributions may be made in her name to Alzheimer's Disease Research, 22512 Gateway Center Drive,Clarksburg,MD20871.


WINNER RUTH ANNA BERNARD WINNER STEPTOE GERTRUDE M. STEPTOE


On Monday,October 4, 2010 at Manor Care. Gertrude M. Steptoe,devoted mother of Jacqueline (Leon) Cole,Jennifer Steptoe,Sheila Mullins,Sharon Mullins and James Denney. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grand- children; numerous nieces,nephews and god- daughter Donna Levenberry; other relatives and many friends.Miss Steptoe will lie in state at Macedonia Baptist Church, 3412 South 22nd Street, Arlington, VA on Monday,October 11 from 9a.m. until time of Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Rev.Leonard Hamlin, officiating. Interment Pleasant Valley Memorial Park. Ser- vices by CHINN-BAKER.


Passed from this life on September 16, 2010 in White Salmon, WA of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. She was born in Roanoke, Virginia on February 15, 1934 to Lula Ida and Harold Irvin Bernard, the ninth child of afamily of four boys and five girls. She is survived by her sister,Carrie “Peggy” Parrot of Arlington, VA, daughter Dana, sons Ken and Karl, granddaugh- ters Laila, May and Erika and grandson Blake. Ruth was aunt to 27 nieces and nephews and great aunt to thirdand fourth generations of the Bernardfamily.Ruth attended Eastern High School in Washington, D.C. She grew up in and was very active in Metropolitan Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., especially as amember of the choir.After her 1952 marriage to John Winner,she was abusy homemaker and mother. She volunteered extensively in community orga- nizations such as Colonial Players Theater of Annapolis whereshe was an awardwinning costume designer.She retired from ARINC in Annapolis, MD. in 2000 and moved to the Colum- bia River Gorge to be close to her grandchildren. AMemorial Service was conducted September 26 at 5pmatSkyline Hospital in White Salmon WA.


INMEMORIAM RICHARDSON ROBERT ENGLISH BREW (Age 56)


Died September 29, 2010. Robert is survived by his wife,Elizabeth Clark-Brew of Tucson, AZ; daughters,Katie Leigh (15) and Elsie Grace (6) of Tucson; his brother,Bill of Falls Church, VA;his sisters,Elizabeth and Katherine Barbee of Arlington, VA;many cousins,nieces and nephews.Hewas predeceased by his beloved parents,Frank and Peggy Brew.Hewas a graduate of George Mason University and the University of Arizona with degrees in Geog- raphy.Hespent his childhood in Arlington, traveled extensively through Europe and sailed the Caribbean. He spent most of his adult life in Tucson where he taught Geography at Pima Community College.A memorial service will be held in Arlington or Bethany Beach, DE at a later time.


ROBERT BRUCE SHOGREN DANCY


Of Arlington, VA died October 2atthe age of 78. He was an architect, genealogy buff,family man and an exceedingly kind person. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years,Loretta; two of his children, Elizabeth and Peter;and seven grandchil- dren: Matthew,Rebecca, Christopher, Joshua, Rachel, Robert and Lincoln (Snay). His son Bruce preceded him in death.As did his brother William and his parents,Garfield and Pauline nee Gardner.Robert grew up in Chicago,served in the US Army in Germany and graduated from Illinois Institute of Tech- nology in architecture.Hedesigned condo- miniums,office buildings,police stations, indoor swimming pools,houses,a hotel and achapel. He loved sailing, scouting and playing with his grandkids.Friends are invited to amemorial service at 2p.m. Sunday,October 10 at Westover Baptist Church, 1125 Patrick Henry Dr., Arlington, VA.Memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America—National Capital Area Council and Illinois Institute of Technology alumni fund.


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BERESFORD CORNELIUS BIGBY On Monday,September 27, 2010. He is survived by one son Delroy; two grandchildren; ahost of other rela- tives and friends.Viewing Saturday, October 9, 9a.m. Funeral 10 a.m. at First Born Church of God, 5405


Taylor Rd. ,Riverdale,MD. Interment George Washington Cemetery.Arrangements by HOR- TON&REESE FUNERAL SERVICE.


MARGARET MAE JACKSON


On Monday,October 4, 2010. Beloved wife of Joe Jackson, loving mother of Vernard, Vernita, Marshall and Michelle.Also survived by three grandchildren, Mario,Natassja and Sierra; seven siblings,other relatives and friends.OnTuesday,October 12, 2010 viewing held at 9a.m. and services at 11 a.m. at the Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 5000 St. Barnabas Rd., Temple Hills,MD. Interment Maryland National Cemetery,Laurel,MD.


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JULIUS OTIS PATTERSON DANCY (Age 73)


Died on Wednesday,September 29, 2010, at Providence Hospital in Washington, DC.Heis survived by his wife of 54 year Georgia; three children, Laurese (Ronald Tate), LaVerne and Julius Tyrone (Oper Dancy); five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers,Ronald and Robert Welch and ahost of other relatives and friends.The family will be receiving visitors at the St. John Baptist Church, 5228 Call Place SE,Washington, DC on October 9, 2010 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. at the church.


ORA M.WASHINGTON (Age 92)


On Sunday,October 3, 2010, of Silver Spring,MD.


Devoted wife of the late Edward Alvin Washington; beloved mother of Raymond D. Washington (Elaine), MyraD.Smith (Derwin) and the late Edward A. Washing- ton, Jr.


GRAY


She is also survived by one daughter- in-law Dolores Washington; one brother, Horace Jones; three granddaughters,Erin, Vonetta and Kelly; two grandsons,Brian and Eric and three great-grandchildren, Courtney,Lindsay and Eric Jr.and ahost of family and friends.


Wake will be held on Saturday,October 9, 2010, from 10 a.m. until time of Service at 11 a.m. at Riderwood Chapel 3128 Gracefield Road, Silver Spring, MD.Inter- ment will be on Tuesday,October 12, 2010, at Rock Creek Cemetery at 11 a.m.


In lieu of flowers,memorial donations may be made to:


Edward A.Washington, Sr. Scholarship Fund


Springfield Technical Community College Foundation


c/o MyraD.Smith -Human Resources OneArmory Square


Springfield, Massachusetts 01102-9000


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