Hilton Funeral Home

Cheryl Lucas Robinson, 78, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away at Holy Cross Germantown Hospital on Friday, December 1, 2023 surrounded by all of her children and big brother and sister-in-law after a 3 month complicated battle from a fall. She was the loving wife of Louis N. Robinson for 35 years who passed in 2016 after a brave battle with cancer. Cheryl was born at Garfield Hospital in Washington, D.C. on February 16, 1945 exactly one year after her older brother Thomas Lucas was born. She, her parents, and her brother briefly lived in DC until moving to Bethesda where she spent the majority of her childhood. After graduating from Walter...

Leora Marie Beitzel, 102, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2023 at Peace Health at Dennett Road Nursing Home, Oakland, MD. She was born in Humbert, PA to the late Sherman P. & Anna L. Tressler. She was a loving wife to her husband, Randall Ray Beitzel until his untimely death on January 22, 1967. Leora was a wonderful Christian lady and a member of the Oak Park Church of the Brethren, Oakland, MD and had previously been a member of the Mennonite Church. She is survived by her children; Florence (Douglas) Reed, Esther (James) Kidwell, Janet (Rolan) Clark, Dale (Karen), Linda (Thomas) Gallo, Connie (Douglas) House, Harry, Teresa (Steve) Berbes, over 29 grandchildren, over 35...

Mr. Wayne Richard Burdette, 80, of Dickerson, MD passed peacefully on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. He was the loving husband of the late Virginia (Ginnie) Burdette, and surviving wife Susan Kimberlin Burdette. Born on January 26, 1943, in Hyattstown, MD, he was the son of the late Melvin R. and Mildred M. Burdette. Wayne worked at Congressional Country Club for 56 years and 3 months. He was the longest employee they ever had. Surviving besides his wife, is his only daughter and his pride and joy; Lisa Dunn-Wright and husband Randell Wright of Virginia Beach, VA, grandchildren; Harrison Dunn (Elle), Haileigh Harris (Chris), Randy Wright, Ryan Wright (Jessika), his great...

Chauncy Dave Wines, Jr., 76, of Ocean City, MD, passed away on October 12, 2023. Born on October 9, 1947 in Maryland, he was the son of the late Chauncy "George" Dave, Sr. and Bessie Juanita (Foster) Wines. Dave graduated from Gaithersburg High School in 1965 and attended Montgomery College in Rockville, MD. He lived in Frederick County, Md for most of his adult life. He was a devoted Washington Redskins and NASCAR fan and known as a die-hard Ford man. In his younger days, he enjoyed racing his 1964 Ford Wines Quarter Horse at the local 75-80 Drag-a-Way, in Monrovia, Md. He also enjoyed Colorado hunting trips with friends, fishing, camping, and singing karaoke. He loved nothing more than...

Phyllis Ham Pentecost, 79, of Poolesville, MD, left this world on October 8, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, activism, and boundless devotion. For 55 years, she was the beloved partner of John H. Pentecost and wonderful mother to Jason Mead Pentecost and Victoria Lewis Pentecost. Phyllis, born on April 22, 1944, in Rhinebeck, New York, was the cherished daughter of the late Maynard Mead and Katherine (Anspach) Ham. In the early 70s, Phyllis made a mark on history by publishing one of the first male nude calendars, "Playgirl's 1973 Calendar of Sensuous Men," and actively contributing to the women's rights movement in Washington D.C.. Throughout her life, she remained an unwavering...

Phyllis Ham Pentecost, 79, of Poolesville, MD, left this world on October 8, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, activism, and boundless devotion. For 55 years, she was the beloved partner of John H. Pentecost and wonderful mother to Jason Mead Pentecost and Victoria Lewis Pentecost. Phyllis, born on April 22, 1944, in Rhinebeck, New York, was the cherished daughter of the late Maynard Mead and Katherine (Anspach) Ham. In the early 70s, Phyllis made a mark on history by publishing one of the first male nude calendars, "Playgirl's 1973 Calendar of Sensuous Men," and actively contributing to the women's rights movement in Washington D.C.. Throughout her life, she remained an unwavering...

Kent Taylor Osborne, 90, of Rockville Maryland passed away on September 6, 2023. He was the loving husband to Jean Osborne for over 60 years. Born in Slant, VA, on January 30, 1933, Kent grew up in Kingsport, TN and fulfilled his enlistment in the US Army after high school, where he served as a Morse Code Operator in Japan. Afterwards, Kent attended East Tennessee State University (Class of 1958), where he was inducted in the Hall of Fame for his track & field accomplishments. Kent later relocated to Washington, DC and married his life-long partner, Jean, in 1962. He was an independent Allstate agent in Rockville, MD until retirement. Kent enjoyed spending time at his property in...

A lifetime resident of Clarksburg, MD, James "Jimmy" W. Loy, Jr., 59, lost his battle with cancer and went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 3, 2023. Born in Olney, MD on October 19, 1963, Jimmy was the son of the late James Loy, Sr. and Lorraine Loy. He was a 1982 graduate of Poolesville High School. Jimmy was a fun-loving person who lived life to the fullest. He was a man with many creative talents, who was blessed with an incredible attention to detail. The majority of his life was spent as a costume designer/maker, engraving/signs, landscaper, painter, and home improvement contractor. But his greatest joy was his family and his wife Audrey. He is survived by his loving...

Tom was reared in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Dayle Alma Cianella, 87, of Poolesville, MD, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on August 1, 2023, leaving a gaping hole in our hearts. She was a loving wife to Sal Cianella for almost 66 years. She was born on July 27, 1936, to the late Dorothy Doran Geisler. She was raised in Erie, Pennsylvania by a loving family. She had 4 sisters, a wonderful grandmother and grandfather and often shared her fond memories of that time. Dayle was a youthful, vibrant woman who was busy every minute of every day. She loved golfing, her family and her senior activities, especially Bingo. Throughout her life she was happiest with her family and grandkids and great grandkids. She loved to travel, loved to...

Thomas E. Dooley known as "Tom" passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, August 1st, 2023 in Washington, DC. Tom was reared in St. Petersburg, Florida and graduated from Florida State University. He had a long career in media including positions with Westinghouse, WTSP in St. Petersburg, WJZ in Baltimore, WTOP (Channel 9-Now WUSA) & WTOP radio to starting his own production company-Eastern Video Systems in Washington, DC. Tom is survived by his wife; Marilyn Barksdale, of almost 60 years, his devoted son-in-law Joe & daughter Heather Elizabeth, his sister Diane Clark (Ron), nephew Ron Clark (Courtney), niece Cynthia Dove (Roy) and another daughter Erin Kelly (Shawn), six...

Thomas E. Dooley known as "Tom" passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, August 1st, 2023 in Washington, DC. Tom was reared in St. Petersburg, Florida and graduated from Florida State University. He had a long career in media including positions with Westinghouse, WTSP in St. Petersburg, WJZ in Baltimore, WTOP (Channel 9-Now WUSA) & WTOP radio to starting his own production company-Eastern Video Systems in Washington, DC. Tom is survived by his wife; Marilyn Barksdale, of almost 60 years, his devoted son-in-law Joe & daughter Heather Elizabeth, his sister Diane Clark (Ron), nephew Ron Clark (Courtney), niece Cynthia Dove (Roy) and another daughter Erin Kelly (Shawn), six...

William Norman "Bill" Harris went to be with his Lord on July 7, 2023 after a long illness. Born and raised in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Lucy (Holsey) Harris and Clarence Norman Harris. Bill attended McKinley Technology High School and graduated from Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois with a degree in music performance and education. Later, he earned advanced degrees in music education. Bill was a lifetime member of the John Wesley AME Zion church in Washington D.C. Bill was a career educator of 39 years (1974-2014) in Montgomery County Public Schools where he taught at both the elementary and middle school levels. In addition to being a renowned music educator,...

Diana W. Lott passed peacefully away on the morning of May 10, 2023, at Homewood of Frederick. Born in Kenora, Ontario on September 26, 1925, to Howard and Honore Wheeler. She grew up in International Falls Minn., the coldest place in the US as she would regularly remind us. Diane came to Washington, DC during WWII to work for the Navy Yard as a secretary. While in DC she met her future husband Don, a Navy boy from DC whom she married in 1946. They settled in Clinton, Maryland where they raised their family and enjoyed a wonderful life. The family enjoyed time at their cottage at White Point Beach in St. Mary's County swimming and fishing. Traveling to new destinations in their...

The world became a brighter place on August 22nd 1950, the day Patricia Ann Roof was born. Patricia sadly lost her valiant, nine year battle against Colon Cancer on April 13th, 2023 at the age of seventy two. She was surrounded by her family in the comfort of her home and will be forever remembered for her infectious laugh and purest of hearts. Patricia is survived by her daughter Laura Friedman (Adam), son Scott Roof (father James Roof), granddaughters Josephine and Grace Friedman, sister Bonnie Henry Cohen (Rob Cohen), niece Alyssa Cohen, niece Angela Case (Michael), great niece Casden Case, great nephew Sawyer Case, family of late nephew Richard L. Donato II (Gail), great niece Juliana...

John William Flude of Darnestown, MD died suddenly on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. John was born on February 27, 1944 in Columbus, Mississippi, the son of the late John W. Flude, Sr. and Effie LaFleur Flude. He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Lorraine Flude, his son, Andrew of Darnestown, his sister, Susan Flude Moore of Dallas, TX and nieces, Felicia Lindau of Westport, CT and Andrea Jensen of Beaverton, OR and three great nephews, one great niece and numerous cousins in Louisiana and Texas. John was also preceded in death by his sister, Cecile Flude Hardin. A graduate of Tulane University, John served honorably as an officer in the United States Navy. After active duty, John...

Ida L. Brown, 96, of Frederick, MD, passed away on March 23, 2023. Born in Dickerson, Maryland on November 3,1926, daughter of Samuel Creighton and Constance Buleah Nicholson Jones. She was educated in Montgomery County and Graduated from St. Joseph's High School Emmitsburg, MD. Mrs. Brown is survived by eight of her ten children; Lawrence H. Price III (Virginia), Deborah Jane Parsley (James), Michael Creighton Price (Kathy), John Francis Price (Michele), Mary Elizabeth Lynch (John) William Nicholson Price (Cherry), Harry Edwin Price (Kathy), Vincent Andrew Price (DeEtte). She is also survived by honorary daughter; Joyce E. Price. Eighteen grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and one...

Chris Steven Ebersole, 79, of Blue Ridge Summit, PA, passed away on March 22, 2023. Chris was the loving husband to Debra Ebersole Born on January 4, 1944 in Virginia, he was the son to the late Chris M. and Elsie I. (Eisinger) Ebersole. Along with his wife, Chris is survived by his son; Peter Ebersole and one granddaughter; Kate Elsie Dunbar. He was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter; Christine Lee Dunbar. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Louis Paulson (Age 93) of Gaithersburg, MD passed away on February 26, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Shirley Mae (Davis), father of Dwight David Paulson (Gail), grandfather of Melanie Douglass (James) and great-grandfather to Helena and Cora Douglass, along with several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by brothers Edward E. Paulson (Cleveland) and Robert A. Paulson (Knoxville). He retired from the GAO in 1992 and in 2007 founded Vocational Support Systems, Inc., a company providing employment support to individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Friends and family may call at Hilton Funeral Home, 22111 Beallsville Road, Barnesville, MD from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Friday,...

Douglas "Dougie" David Whalen, Jr., 72, of Rockville, MD, passed away on February 22, 2023. Dougie was the loving husband to Barbara Whalen for 44 years. Born on September 4, 1950 in Olney, MD, he was the son to the late Douglas David, Sr. and Dorothy Mae (Sterling) Whalen. Along with his wife, Dougie was survived by his siblings; Helen Kaelin (Norbie), Dorothy Snyder (John), Joyce McElfish (Jack), father-in-law; Edward Gregg, two brother-in-laws; Franklin Gregg (Tammy), Wayne Gregg (Carol) and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews along with great greats as well. He is also survived by one sister-in-law Denise Whalen and one brother-in-law Gary Clark. Dougie was preceded in...