Robert A. Pumphrey Funeral Homes, Inc.

Robert A. Pumphrey Funeral Homes, Inc. Understanding of what the funeral should accomplish and dedication to the principle that everything possible will be done to help is our goal.

Our funeral homes take pride in offering you personal attention and distinctive service. You can count on us to be a source of caring and comfort during a difficult time.

Carolyn Helen Bateman passed away on November 7, 2025 in Bethesda, Maryland at the age of 80.Originally from Baltimore, ...
11/17/2025

Carolyn Helen Bateman passed away on November 7, 2025 in Bethesda, Maryland at the age of 80.

Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Carolyn was born on May 11, 1945, the youngest child of Harry and Bernadette (Carney) Bateman. Her older brothers Web, Ed, Joe, Bernie, Jack, and Bobby have a...

Mark Hanson, 64, of Potomac, Maryland, passed away after a sudden heart attack on November 10, 2025. True to his spirit,...
11/15/2025

Mark Hanson, 64, of Potomac, Maryland, passed away after a sudden heart attack on November 10, 2025. True to his spirit, he was in the midst of volunteering, surrounded by dear friends and talking earnestly to people around.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 18, 1961, he was a fiercely devote...

Losing an unborn child is tragic enough, but when feelings often get pushed underneath the surface, where they're ultima...
11/14/2025

Losing an unborn child is tragic enough, but when feelings often get pushed underneath the surface, where they're ultimately ignored, there grows emotional harm.
Please know that many are feeling the same immense grief after a miscarriage. Do not hesitate to reach out to us or a loved one for support.

James Matthew RusselJames Matthew Russel, a beloved soul, peacefully died of cancer at the age of 92 in his home in Beth...
11/13/2025

James Matthew Russel

James Matthew Russel, a beloved soul, peacefully died of cancer at the age of 92 in his home in Bethesda on October 29, 2025. He is survived by his wife of sixty years, Carol(ine) Smith Russel, along with cousins from three generations of the Russel family and several ch...

Dr. David Lo, age 85, of Ellicott City, MD, a beloved family man, dedicated chemist, and lifelong learner, passed away o...
11/13/2025

Dr. David Lo, age 85, of Ellicott City, MD, a beloved family man, dedicated chemist, and lifelong learner, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025 following a long journey with Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). He was born on August 15, 1940 in Hong Kong to the late ...

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of John Michael Hedgecock, a beloved husband, father, and dedicated publi...
11/12/2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of John Michael Hedgecock, a beloved husband, father, and dedicated public servant. John, age 62, left us on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in Rockville, Maryland, after a courageous battle with cancer.

John is survived by his beloved wife of 23 y...

Ruth Ann “Ann” Sager, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, November 8...
11/12/2025

Ruth Ann “Ann” Sager, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, November 8, 2025, just before 7 a.m. She was 82 years old.

Born on May 20, 1943, Ruth Ann lived a life filled with love, laughter, faith, and devotion. A faithful servant of God, Ann...

Joy Anne Thompson, age 73, passed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at her home in Wheaton, MD. Born November 23, 1951 in Wa...
11/12/2025

Joy Anne Thompson, age 73, passed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at her home in Wheaton, MD. Born November 23, 1951 in Washington, DC to the late Esther Weersing and Robert F. Conklyn.

Survived by her husband, James B. Thompson, Jr; her three daughters, Sharon Ng (husband, Alan), Karen Mulli...

Patricia Montague Friend, accomplished artist and teacher, dies at 94Patricia Montague Friend, 94, a resident of Chevy C...
11/12/2025

Patricia Montague Friend, accomplished artist and teacher, dies at 94

Patricia Montague Friend, 94, a resident of Chevy Chase, Maryland, since 1959, passed away peacefully at home with her family and loved ones by her side on Thursday, November 6, 2025.

Born in Philadelphia on May 4,...

William E. Zambrano, age 61, of Potomac, MD, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025, with family by his side and with so...
11/11/2025

William E. Zambrano, age 61, of Potomac, MD, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025, with family by his side and with so much love. Born July 1, 1964 in Quito, Ecuador to Francisca Leonila Alvarado and Moises Zambrano.

William was a bright light in the lives of all who knew him—a successful ...

Cremations are popular because it takes up so little of your time than those of a traditional burial. It is also easier ...
11/10/2025

Cremations are popular because it takes up so little of your time than those of a traditional burial. It is also easier to bring the urn from one place to another. People can share and hold the remain until you decide the final step of the funeral.

Sharon Bateman Addabbo passed away on November 4, 2025 in Bethesda, Maryland at the age of 77,surrounded by family and m...
11/10/2025

Sharon Bateman Addabbo passed away on November 4, 2025 in Bethesda, Maryland at the age of 77,
surrounded by family and music that she cherished.

Sharon was born in Baltimore, Maryland on November 22, 1947, the eldest daughter of six children of Edward
and Gloria (Austin) Bateman. She is...

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