Obituaries

Aug 21, 2025

On August 21, 2025 Edie Mahlmann, of Gaithersburg/Silver Spring passed away.

Edie was the beloved wife of Frank Mahlmann, devoted mother of Diana England (Richard), Laura Simon (Warren), and the late Paul Horowitz; loving sister of Noel Kent, cherished grandmother of Justine, Alex, and Natalya England and David and Alex Simon; and the stepmother of  Maureen Ramsey,  ...

Aug 20, 2025

Arnold H. Koonin, 81, of Potomac, MD passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025. Arnold is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Gloria Koonin, his devoted children Adam (Karen) Koonin, and Andrea (Neal) Rosenthal, his cherished grandchildren Laura, Ryan, Caleb, and Reese, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. A native Washingtonian and graduate of Woodrow Wilson...

Aug 18, 2025

Betty Else Speier AprilAugust 18, 2025 Betty Else Speier April, of Bethesda, MarylandBeloved wife of late Leon April, devoted mother of Tina April, Michele April, and Rebecca April Fitch. Loving sister of late Hilda Speier Lewis, late John Speier and late Anni Speier; grandmother of Nicholas Fitch and Ashley Fitch, great- grandmother of Leon Lebar.She was born in Danzig, Germany....

Aug 18, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Raisa Zhuravitsky. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 18, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Samuel Horowitz. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 18, 2025

Ronald New, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 18, 2025 at the age of 91.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Joan New; his devoted children Elisa New (Lawrence Summers) and Andy New (Cheryl); his cherished grandchildren Alexi Peters (Robert), Michael New (Prestin), Justin...

Aug 17, 2025

Arlene Ellen Gerard

Arlene Ellen Gerard of Gaithersburg, Maryland, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025. She was 76.

Arlene was the devoted mother of Stefanie Gerard Cohn (Jeremy) and Adam Gerard (Lisa), beloved wife of the late David Gerard, loving sister to Joanne Ramer Sotsky, cherished grandmother of Maya Cohn and Max Gerard, and...

Aug 16, 2025

We remember Lewis Wallace Bolton, who departed from us on August 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and quiet strength.

Beloved husband of Sheila (née Merow), and devoted father to Nicole Joslyn, Lewis's love was the heartbeat of their family. He was "Papa Louie" to his granddaughter, Cassandra, whose laughter was his brightest joy....

Aug 15, 2025

Leslie ("Les") Jay Goldman, 80, of Chevy Chase, Maryland, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025. Born April 22, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois, Les grew up working in his parents' small-goods-store on the South Side of Chicago. He demonstrated creativity, passion for life, and dedication to hard work from a young age. In high school, Les designed and built...

Aug 14, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Patricia Schlager. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 14, 2025

Robert Terry Schattner, of Rockville, MD, passed away on August 14, 2025, at the age of 72, surrounded by loved ones.

Born in Washington, D.C., on May 10, 1953, Robert lived a life defined by kindness, humor, and generosity. He graduated from George Washington University with a degree in Business and Finance Administration began his career in real estate development, building...

Aug 13, 2025

On 13, August, 2025 , Ilene Ellen Kanner, of Germantown, Maryland.

Beloved wife of the late Howard Lee Kanner; Devoted mother of Adam Jason Kanner and David Sean Kanner; Loving sister of Debby Saling and Beth Ingraham; Cherished Nana of Jack, Asher, Zoe, and Micah; Also survived by daughter-in-laws Susanna and Rebecca.

She was a...

Aug 12, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Stephen Fisher. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 12, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Sheldon Krebs. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 11, 2025

On Monday, August 11, 2025, Helene Kurtzman, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 93.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Helene led a full and vibrant life centered around her deep love for family and the many cherished friendships she cultivated over the years. She was married to the...

Aug 10, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Libby Weingarden. We encourage you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 10, 2025

Charlotte Genderson of Chevy Chase, loving and beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on Sunday night, August 10, at the age of 98.  A life-long Washingtonian, Charlotte was married to the love of her life, Abe Genderson, shortly after he returned from Europe at the end of World War II.  They were married for 76 years until...

Aug 9, 2025

Lillian "Lilli" Witt Friedman, 97,of Boca Raton, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025.

She was born on December 1, 1927, in Washington, DC, to James and Dora Witt. She dedicated much of her time to charitable causes,especially within the Jewish community, and was proud to serve as president of Hadassah.

Lillian had a...

Aug 9, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Sharon Elaine Waldman of Rockville, Maryland who passed away on August 9, 2025 at home in the care of her loving husband.

Born February 16, 1950 in Washington, D.C. The daughter of Jerald and Sophie Kline. Sharon grew up in Silver Spring, Maryland and was a...

Aug 8, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Harriet Aaron. We encourage you to share your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.