All Obituaries

  Jeanette Cazes Lea  September 10, 1937 - June 11, 2026   Jeanette Louise Cazes Lea passed away June 11, 2026 after a brief illness. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, teacher, neighbor, and friend, well known for her thoughtful cards and letters sent to brighten the days of her many connections across the country. Jeanette was one of five children, born and raised in Alexandria, Louisiana to Charles and Theresa Cazes. She received a Bachelor’s in Education ...

Chester Edward Babylon “Chet”, 84, of Olney, MD, passed away on June 4, 2026. He was born on September 26, 1941, in Baltimore, MD, to Kenneth and Helen Babylon. He was a devoted husband of 60 year to Sandra, and was deeply loved by his two daughters, Tracy and Kerry; his grandchildren, Eric Eckley (Caryn) and Linda Cowan (Nick); and his great-grandson, Ruairidh Cowan. He is also survived by his sister, Barbara Ordakowski (Donald), his nephew, David, and his niece, Dawn. Chet ...

Timothy Stephen Eller, 1941-2026 Timothy Stephen Eller, a skilled craftsman and an accomplished professional who designed and built innovative computer-based learning systems, died on June 1 at the age of 84. In his later years, he battled Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), a rare, degenerative brain disorder. Before that diagnosis, he was an avid outdoor enthusiast who enjoyed hiking, paddling, bicycling, and windsurfing, among other pursuits. He was an accomplished woodworker and ...

Kathleen May Morris, 83, of Laytonsville, MD passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026. Born November 21, 1942. She was the beloved wife of Deno T. Morris for over 61 years. Their bond was a lifetime of love and devotion.  She was the daughter of the late Bernice and William O'Brien. Together they had four children, though Laura Schuessler had preceded her in death on April 19, 2026. She is survived by her other three children, Dena Austin (Steve Hoff), Pete Morris (Maura), and Ted ...

Mary Jane Kennedy, 92 of Gaithersburg passed peacefully on Sunday, May 17 2026 at Brooke Grove Assisted Living in Sandy Spring, Maryland.  Born in Gaithersburg, Maryland she was the daughter of Alice and Michael Eader and the sister of seven brothers and sisters.  She attended Gaithersburg High School where she met the love of her life, the late Frank Kennedy.  She and Frank were married at St Luke’s Lutheran Church in ...

James “Brady” Smith Jr. of Brookeville, MD passed peacefully in his cherished home of 40 years on Friday, May 15th with his wife and daughters by his side. Born to Dr. James Brady Smith Sr. and Katherine “Kitty” Lee Smith of Severna Park, MD, Brady spent his early years crabbing on the Severn River and playing baseball and lacrosse. In high school, he explored his love of music and locals could catch his band, The 7-Up, at The Bayou or The Hayloft in Washington ...

Joan (Wood) Wilburn December 27, 1936 – May 14, 2026 Joan M. Wilburn, 89, went home to be with the Lord, on May 14, 2026, passing peacefully surrounded by her family. A woman of steadfast faith, she lived her life with grace, humility, and a quiet trust in God that guided her through every season.  She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Ethel Roberts, sister, Sylvia (Grace) Foster, and husband, Charles (Bill) Wilburn.  A devoted mother, grandmother, and ...

Wah Sheck (87) of Olney, MD, passed peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.  Survived by his 2 sisters—Ann and Mary and his nieces and nephews. Predeceased brothers Chuck Ming, Joe Sheck, Larry Sheck and sister Helen Jeu. Wah had a kind heart and enjoyed making dumplings and egg rolls for his nieces and nephews. He will be missed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Toys for Tots https://www.toysfortots.org or Montgomery ...

Nancy McHarg passed away on May 5th 2026 in Mt. Airy, MD. Nancy, the daughter of the late Otto and Vestel McCloud, was born on November 9th, 1935. She grew up in Michigan and lived the majority of her life in Olney, MD. She was preceded in death by her husband and soulmate, James McHarg, four brothers, and her son, Dan Nugent. She is survived by her children, Colleen Gallegos (Cary) of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Michael McHarg (Denise) of Odenton, MD, Jim McHarg (Melissa) of Odenton, MD, ...

  James C. Stratton, 77, died Saturday, May 02, 2026 at his home in Burtonsville, MD. He was surrounded by family and friends and passed peacefully in the comfort of his home. Jim was born on December 5, 1948, to Thomas and Mildred Stratton at Suburban Hospital, Bethesda, MD. He was called into Active Duty in the US Navy. After serving, he worked with his family before starting his own business of 40 plus years. He was well known for his passionate automotive interest which lives on ...