Tolu Tolu
May 21, 2026
Tolu Tolu, a remarkable woman of 81, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on September 16, 1944, in Washington, DC, Tolu was the child of Major Whittle and Essie Lee. She graduated from the esteemed DC public schools in 1961 and later earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Howard University.
Throughout her life, Tolu dedicated herself...
Winsome Craig
May 20, 2026
The family of Winsome Alleen Rosalis Craig (Morris) announces with profound sadness her passing on May 20, 2026, at the age of 80. Winsome was born on April 5, 1946, in Saint Ann, Jamaica the second of four children. Guided by courage and ambition, she became one of the first members of her family to immigrate to the United States,...
Debra Shirk Wilkenloh
May 20, 2026
Debra Ann Shirk Wilkenloh, affectionately known as Debbie, passed away on May 20, 2026, in Frederick, Maryland. Born on December 17, 1956, at Iruma Airbase, Honshu, Japan, she soon moved to Palmyra, PA and eventually grew up in Baltimore, MD. She attended Johnnycake Elementary School, Chadwick Elementary School, Johnnycake Junior High School and graduated from Woodlawn Senior High School in 1974.
She earned...
Michele Alison Lingenfelter
May 19, 2026
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Michele Alison Lingenfelter, née (Pearlstein). Born on May 16, 1965, she peacefully departed this world on May 19, 2026, in Fairfax, Virginia, leaving an indelible void in our hearts.
As we bid farewell to Michele, we fondly recall a life filled with immense love and an unwavering sense of caring.
Michele is survived by...
Reimer Otto Carstens
May 19, 2026
With great sadness we announce the death of my beloved father, our brother and uncle Reimer O. Carstens on May 19, 2026 in Washington D.C. His death came only a few weeks after a tragic fire on Good Friday, April 3, 2026 took the life of his beloved daughter Karen and destroyed his home.Reimer was born on October 22, 1936...
Gloria Ann Hammer
May 19, 2026
Gloria Ann Hammer, a cherished beacon of warmth and laughter, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026, in Sterling, Virginia. Born on November 27, 1927, in Queens, New York, Gloria's life spanned nearly a century, filled with love, joy, and treasured moments that will endure in the hearts of all who knew her.
Gloria’s radiant kindness and exceptional sense of humor...
Manjulaben Ramanbhai Patel
Manjulaben Patel, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the heart of her family, passed away peacefully at the age of 94. She lived a life rooted in grace, quiet strength, unconditional love, and deep devotion to those around her.
Born in India, she carried with her the values of family, resilience, generosity, and compassion throughout her life. Her greatest joy was caring...