Elizabeth Anne Clark (née Walters) passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, at the age of 95 in Washington, DC, the city of her birth. Born on April 8, 1929, in Washington DC, Elizabeth was a beacon of love and dedication, cherished by everyone who knew her.

 

Elizabeth graduated from Blessed Sacrament for her primary education, followed by Holy Cross for high school, and furthered her studies at Georgetown University. She dedicated her life to caring for others not only as a loving mother but also through her professional career as a Registered Nurse, a role in which she touched many lives with her compassion and care.

Elizabeth was a loving mother and grandmother and aunt, whose nurturing presence was the cornerstone of her family. She is survived by her children, Mary Anne Clark, James S. Clark, and John Stephen Clark, as well as her grandson, John Christopher Hunter Clark, nephew James (Jamie) F. Walters and sister-in-law Karen Walters. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, James French Walters and Anne M. (Sweeney) Walters, and her brother, James French Walters.

 

The family will hold a wake on Sunday, November 17, 2024, 3-5pm, at Hilton Funeral Home in Barnesville, MD. A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, November 18, 2024 at 11am Saint Mary's Church, Barnesville, MD.

Pearl Mae Roberts, lovingly known as Sally, of Mount Airy, MD, formerly of Lancaster, PA, and Darnestown, MD, devoted mother and grandmother to many, leaving a lasting impact as a pillar of her church and community. She peacefully passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Born on January 16, 1925, in Darnestown, MD. She was the daughter of the late Mary K. Ricketts Lowery and Charles Loring Lowery.

She was the devoted wife of the late Howard C. Roberts.

Sally served in the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps during World War II, offering compassionate care and touching the lives of all she encountered. She was a dedicated church member whose unwavering commitment inspired others. As the first female Elder at Darnestown Presbyterian Church, she exemplified leadership by serving as Church Financial Secretary for over 20 years and cemetery treasurer. Her passion continued at Strasburg Presbyterian Church, where she led the women’s circle, uplifting and empowering those around her.

She is preceded in death by a sister, Mary K. Cowdery, and brothers, William, Charles, and Eugene Lowery, and son in law, Marcell Gourley.  Sally will be missed by her children Howard ‘Denny’ Roberts, wife Linda; Tanya Sue Roberts-Gourley, and Charles ‘Tim’ Roberts, wife Dianne; grandchildren, Jenny Roberts-DeBord (Darrell), Stacey Storm (Justin), and Jack Broschart (Crystal), great-grandchildren Matthew Main (Heather), MacKenzie Goad, Cody Storm, Katie Wicklein (John), Carson and Levi Broschart.

Graveside services will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the Darnestown Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 15120 Turkey Foot Rd., Gaithersburg, MD.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Darnestown Presbyterian Church.

Franklin Delano Holt, Sr.,83, of Poolesville, MD, passed away on November 12, 2024.

Frankie was the loving husband to Judith Ann Holt.

Born on January 20, 1941 in Washington, D.C., he was the son to the late Homer Samuel Edward Holt, Sr. and Mildred Edna Sliger.

 Along with his wife, Frankie was survived by his daughters; Ann Marie Tuck (Gerald), Frances Holt Payne (John), 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, one sister; Clara Arlington and one brother; Homer Holt, Jr.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one son; Franklin D. Holt, Jr., two brothers; George Holt, Edward Holt and 4 sisters; Juanita Sealock, Virginia Haller, Lena Holt and Mildred Murray.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in his memory to Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church, 17821 Elgin Rd, Poolesville, MD 20837. 

Steve Wayne Yokum, 54, of Poolesville, entered into eternal rest on November 13, 2024 at Frederick Health Hospital. 

Steve was born on October 20, 1970 in Washington, D.C.

He was the beloved son of Paula Yokum of Poolesville, MD. In addition to his mother he is also survived by his brother; Richard, Jr. and wife Traci of Tampa, FL and loving niece Ashley Haines and husband Michael of Woodsboro, MD. Also survived by are 2 great-nieces; Mikaylee and Aubree, 2 great-nephews; Ethan and Michael childhood friend; Leo Brown and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father; Richard Gail Yokum, Sr.

Steven will be remembered and loved by all who knew him. In his free time you could find him going to the races every Saturday night and he would never pass up a KISS concert. 

The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday, November 19th from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Hilton Funeral Home, 22111 Beallsville Road, Barnesville, MD, where they will also receive friends from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 20th. Funeral Service to follow at 11:00 AM. 

Interment will take place at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, 9501 Catoctin Mountain Hwy, Frederick, MD 21701. 

In lieu of flowers of the family asks donations be made to Maryland Kidney Group or American Heart Association. 

Timothy A. Krakat, 55, of Poolesville, MD, passed away suddenly on November 19, 2024.

Born on November 27, 1968 in Maryland, he was the son to William Carl and Beverly Jean (Hee) Krakat.

Along with his parents, Tim was survived by his sister Pamela L. Whelan, husband Christopher, niece Victoria, and nephew Matthew.

Tim was employed at NASDAQ for 27 years.

The family will be receiving friends on Saturday, December 7th from 1:00-3:00 PM at Hilton Funeral Home, 22111 Beallsville Road, Barnesville, MD.

Robert George Drevenak (aka “Bob”) of Dickerson, MD, passed away at his home on November 19, 2024, after a 2 ½ month illness. He was born September 18, 1949, in Washington, DC, to Lucinda and George Drevenak.

He graduated from Surrattsville High School in Clinton, MD in 1968 and subsequently earned a certification in Diesel Engine Mechanics in 1970. In the early 1970’s he was a customer engineer for IBM Corp in the company’s Arlington VA field office. During his time at IBM, he received many outstanding achievement and man-of-the-month awards.

He received his journeyman electrician’s license from the State of Maryland in 1978 and the District of Columbia in 1980. He also received his certification in Motor Control from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) - National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), Local 26, of which he was a member. During his time as a journeyman electrician, he worked at General Electric Company in Rockville, MD, an assignment that he particularly enjoyed.

Eventually, Bob went to work in the Washington DC office of the IBEW as their Information Technology specialist. During his years there he was highly thought of and valued by his co-workers. He retired from the IBEW after 20 years of distinguished service on January 1, 2010.

Throughout his life, Bob was always wanting to learn. He could fix anything mechanical and was a handyman par excellence (he spent many hours each year repairing the driveway). He asked for perfection from others and from himself (with the exception of his workshop which was messy).

Bob loved all of nature and instilled that in his son, teaching him about the outdoors and the fine art of fishing (most always catch and release). Another of his great enjoyments was watching the birds, including his precious hummingbirds, at the feeders that he built for them. He loved gardening and caring for his yard, always making sure that the mowing was done slowly so as to not harm the bees feeding in the grass.

He loved his Harleys. His favorite was his Sportster, next came the Road King with sidecar. He loved music, especially blues, and played guitar and dabbled for a while with the harmonica. He loved doing things for people and was Scoutmaster in the local Boy Scout troop when his son was young. He and his wife were two of the first volunteers at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary in Poolesville.

He loved his family, his “adopted” children and grandchildren, and his dear friends. Many of them credit him with having been a major influence in their lives and careers and look to him as a second father.

Last, but not least, he loved all animals, all those he rescued, as well as his childhood dog Stumpy and his favorite cats Lester, Beethoven, Wisdom, Scooter, and Missy.

He will be remembered for all of this, as well as his wry sense of humor, warm laugh, sensitivity, and bravery. He will be missed beyond words.

Bob is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jeannie, his son Jason Robert, and his sister Donna D. Mitroff. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Nancy J. Dickinson.

A celebration of life will be held in early spring of 2025, with details to be provided.

Memorial donations may be made in Bob’s name to the Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary, the Audubon Society, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, or the Arbor Day Foundation.

James (“Jim”) Edwin Baur, 92, of Poolesville, MD passed away on November 24, 2024. Born on December 18, 1931 in Washington, DC he will be remembered as a man of strong faith as well as a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather.

Jim attended Calvin Coolidge high school in Washington, DC, and then served in the US Army for four years. Upon completing his service, he took a job as a lineman with C&P Telephone Company. This began a career with the company that spanned nearly 40 years and it was there that he met the love of his life, Alice, to whom he was married for 56 years. 

After his retirement Jim remained an active member in his church, and cherished spending time with his family. He also played competitive softball well into his 70’s and developed lasting friendships with many of his teammates.

Jim was preceded in death by his father George, mother Elizabeth, brothers George, Frank, Jack and Robert (“Bob”), and sisters Elizabeth and Mary. 

Along with his beloved wife Alice, Jim is survived by his four children; Linda Bochenski (Danny), Joe Baur (Shain), Karen Wathen, Laura Baur; six grandchildren; Eric, Collin, Devin, Kira, Corinne, Ean; and one great grandchild; Theo. 

The family will be receiving friends on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 10:00am at Our Lady of the Presentation Catholic Church, 17230 Tom Fox Avenue, Poolesville, MD. A Catholic mass will follow at the church on November 30, 2024, at 11:00am.

Maria Bellamur. Salazar Gonzalez 71, of Clarksburg, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024.

 

Born on April 7, 1953, in Villavicencio, Meta, Colombia, Maria was the daughter of the late Angel M. and Maria Gonzalez Salazar. She was one of six siblings: Aurora, Absalon, Lilia, and the late Emeterio G (Tello) and Eduvina G (Nina), all of Colombia.

 

Maria Bella moved to Bogotá as a teenager to join her sister Aurora, who was already living and working there. It was in Bogotá that she married Guillermo Pereira (RIP), with whom she shared many years of her life. After 20 years of marriage, during which she dedicated herself entirely to her family as a loving housewife, Maria courageously made the decision to return to school. Determined to continue her personal growth, she worked while attending college and graduated with a degree as a preschool teacher. Her perseverance, responsibility, and incredible organizational skills allowed her to balance family life, work, and her studies, all while setting an inspiring example for her children.

 

Maria Bella’s passion for learning and helping others never wavered. After earning her degree, she began working as a preschool teacher, where she shared her love for children and education. Later, she worked on a project supporting low-income families, visiting homes where children had no access to schooling, and offering parenting classes to help strengthen families.  She was always showing kindness, positivity, and a willingness to lend a hand wherever needed.

 

Maria Bella’s journey was also marked by a deep desire for personal growth. Throughout her life, she was always seeking new ways to learn and contribute. She moved to Maryland six years ago to live with her daughter, son-in-law, and grandson, bringing immeasurable joy to their lives. She became a U.S. resident in 2021 and was excited to pursue citizenship, looking forward to embracing her new life in the United States.

 

Maria Bella was a woman who embodied kindness, strength, and a deep sense of responsibility. Her generosity, determination, resilience, and strong faith were evident in everything she did. Always ready to lend a hand to those in need, she made a lasting impact on everyone who knew her. Through her actions, she showed that nothing was impossible with hard work, perseverance, a loving heart, and unwavering faith.

 

Maria Bella is survived by her children: Maria Elena, Guillermo, Bella Alexandra, Liliana Angelica, and Miguel Angel. She was preceded in death by her lovely son Alejandro. Maria is also survived by her three siblings: Aurora, Absalon, and Lilia, all of Colombia, as well as ten beloved grandchildren: Ginna Paola, Andres Guillermo, Edward Alexander, Juan Esteban, Maria Alejandra, Juan Felipe, Juan Pablo, Diego Alejandro, Valdo, and Juan Jose.

 

After her cremation, Maria’s daughter and son-in-law, along with family and friends, will celebrate a Catholic Mass in honor of her life at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Middletown, New York, on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Maria was deeply loved by her son-in-law, Mario Gareri, and by his family and friends. This Mass will provide an opportunity to honor her with the same respect and love she always gave to others. Additionally, Maria’s son, Father Miguel Angel, will take her cremated remains to Colombia, where a Mass will be celebrated with family and friends in Bogotá, and her cremated remains will be placed at San Tarcisio Church in Bogotá, Colombia.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless (MCCH), where Maria’s daughter works. MCCH provides critical support to families and individuals experiencing homelessness, helping them find stability and a path to a better future. This would be a meaningful way to honor Maria's memory and continue the work she valued so deeply. Building a community where everyone has a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home. - Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless
 

The family will receive friends on November 27, 2024, at Hilton Funeral Home from 2:00-4:00 pm.

Larry D. Boswell, 76, of Mt. Airy, MD passed away on November 25, 2024.

Born on January 6, 1948 in Maryland, he was the son of Ray Frank Boswell and Margaret Catherine Elkins. 

He was a loving husband to Kathleen Flint Boswell for 57 years and is also survived by his children Cecilia K. Boswell; Margaret B. Ciffolilli & husband Mikey; Amanda B. Bolt & husband Ron; and his five grandchildren Dominic, Thomas and Colton Ciffolilli; Shaelan and Ashelan Bolt. Also one brother Charles E. Boswell & wife Norine; one brother-in-law Richard T. Flint & wife Betty and many loving cousins, nieces and nephews. 

Larry was preceded in death by his beloved son Larry D. Boswell II, 42 and one brother James E. Boswell and his wife Geraldine.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 3rd at Hilton Funeral Home, 22111 Beallsville Road, Barnesville, MD. Interment to follow at Darnestown Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 15120 Turkey Foot Road, Darnestown, MD 20878.

It is with unthinkable sorrow that we announce the passing of Amelia Nicole Hobart, a vibrant and compassionate young woman, taken from us too soon at the age of 19 after a tragic car accident on November 29, 2024, in Rockville, Maryland. Amelia was a lifelong resident of Poolesville, Maryland, a small town that she loved dearly, and where her loss will be felt by the entire close-knit community that she touched with her kindness and spirit.

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Born on May 15, 2005, to Jerome and Nicole Hobart, Amelia was the joy of their lives. She was deeply loved by her parents, and her heart was also shared with her extended family, including her bonus parents, Michele Mirowicz Hobart and Dennis Fennell, Jr., who loved her deeply. When Jerome married Michele in 2017, Amelia took on the role of “big sister” to Beata, Zosia, and Nadzia Mirowicz—a role she embraced with warmth and dedication.

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Amelia’s love extended to many, and she leaves behind a family who adored her, including her grandparents, Garry "Bup" and Susan Henry, Denise Henry, Vickie and Dennis Fennell, Sr., Barbara and Jerome "Jerry" Hobart, Sr., and Michael and Sharon Rogers; her uncles and aunts, Evan and Elizabeth Rainey, Felicia Fennell, Bert and Dana Garman, and Michael Stevenson; and her cousins, Jayden Rainey, Autumn Fennell, Summer Fennell, Evan Fennell, Hannah Garman, Leah Garman, Callie Stevenson, and Anna Stevenson. Amelia was preceded in death by her beloved aunts Beth Rainey and Sandra Stevenson. She is also remembered fondly by her “spirit animal,” Lira, her cat who accompanied her to Towson University, where Amelia was pursuing her nursing degree.

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Amelia's impact was immeasurable, and no words can fully capture the depth of her love, compassion, and strength. Those who were fortunate enough to be close to her were loved unconditionally. One friend shared, “Amelia was the type of person you could always count on to be there. No matter what I was going through, Amelia always stuck around. She had so much unconditional, judgment-free love to give.” Amelia’s ability to see past exteriors and love people as they were made her a rare light in the lives of those who knew her. Her friends, her family, everyone she encountered, felt the warmth of her presence and the steadfastness of her support.

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Her friend continued, “She would drop everything on a dime to be at your side. There was nobody else I would have wanted by my side.” Amelia’s friendship was a rare gift—always uplifting, always genuine, and always with you when you needed it most.

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Amelia was also a model of hard work and determination. Even from a young age, she impressed all who knew her with her relentless pursuit of excellence. A standout student at Poolesville High School, she was inducted into the National Honor Society and graduated with an Independent Studies Program Magnet Certificate. She was involved in sports, dancing with PAA Poolesville POMS, was on the PHS freshman Lacrosse team, and participated in Girl Scouts for thirteen years. Her drive was unshakable, and when others underestimated her, Amelia consistently proved them wrong with 110% effort. Her friend recalled, “She was the most hardworking, diligent person I knew. She never failed to impress me. Whether it was work, school, or social life, she balanced everything with such grit and determination.”

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This unwavering spirit led her to choose a career in nursing—an aspiration that reflected her deep compassion and desire to help others. Amelia’s passion for caregiving, her intelligence, and her level-headedness in the face of adversity meant she was destined to make an incredible impact in the lives of those around her.

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Amelia’s life was a testament to the power of kindness, strength, and resilience. Her family and friends are forever grateful for the love and light she brought into their lives, and though her time with us was too brief, her impact will endure in the hearts of all who knew her.

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A Celebration of Amelia’s Life will be held on Saturday, December 21st, from 1-3 PM at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 20100 Fisher Avenue, Poolesville, Maryland 20837.

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Amelia’s warmth, her boundless love, and her courageous spirit will live on in the memories of everyone she touched. We are honored to have known her, and forever grateful for the chance to love her.