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Doctors Said MD's Alivia Tetlow Wouldn't Live Past 1 Year, She Triumphantly Made It To 25
Alivia Tetlow defied the odds every single day of her life.
Born with a rare condition called gastroschisis, the Maryland native's journey began with a battle most couldn’t imagine.
Doctors warned her family that she might not survive infancy, let alone celebrate her first birthday, but Alivia, as she proved time and time again, was no ordinary soul.
"She is a daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, fiancé, and the best and dear friend of so many," her sister posted on a GoFindMe page that picked up steam following Tetlow's death on Jan. 14.
"She is the most loving, strong, car…
Dominic Valenti Of Frederick Dies Suddenly New Year's Day, 27
A Maryland community is in mourning after the sudden loss of 27-year-old Dominic Michael Valenti, a vibrant soul remembered for his compassion, courage, and love of life.
Valenti, born in New Mexico on June 5, 1997, passed away on New Year's Day, leaving behind a loving family who remembered the Frederick High School graduate as "a beloved son, brother, and friend."
"(He) will be lovingly remembered for his compassion, bravery, and unfailing courage," they said. "His infectious smile, humor, and genuine nature made a lasting impression on everyone who knew him."
“Dominic w…
Longtime NBC Washington Reporter, DC Native Derrick Ward Dies At 62
Veteran NBC Washington reporter Derrick Ward has died at the age of 62 after suffering complications from a recent cardiac arrest, the station confirmed on Wednesday.
Ward, a District resident, had been a staple in the community for years, having reported for NBC, as well as local station WTOP after getting his start in upstate New York .
He has been covering his hometown community since 2006.
Ward was pronounced dead on Wednesday, Jan. 7 following the complications, his family confirmed in a statement. No further details have been provided.
"We'll miss his writing, his reporting, h…
Pastor Remembered As 'Man Of Service, Love, Family, Friends, Church' In Maryland
Pastor Jeff McKeon was a leader, a preacher, a coach, a father, a husband, and now the Baltimore man is healed and whole following his death.
Weeks after the Greater Grace Church pastor passed away, support is still swelling for his wife and daughters as they continue to cope with the loss of their beloved patriarch, who was a true pillar of his community.
"Jeff worked three jobs to keep our family above water. Now I feel like I am drowning," wife Robin McKeon said.
"My daughter doesn't want to go back to work, at the hospital where she walked into a room where her lifeless Father la…
Truth Tillman, Rigger In DMV For Decades, Remembered As 'Bright Light Extinguished Too Soon'
A man who had his fingerprint on the pulse of the DMV is being remembered as "a bright light extinguished too soon following his unexpected death.
Truth Tillman, 38, a beloved family member and friend to countless people throughout the region, was killed on Saturday, Sept. 7 in a reported crash on I-295.
The Severn resident was described as "a rigger in the DMV since he was 17 years old" by a loved one, as his family looks to start filling the hole his unexpected passing left in their hearts.
"(He) was a husband, father, uncle, brother, and friend to anyone who had the pleasure of spe…
Christian Ronaldo Guillen Remembered After Motorcycle Crash
The 30-year-old Montgomery County motorcyclist who was killed in a crash is being remembered as "the most solid, consistent and loving son, brother, partner, cousin, friend and so much more."
Christian Ronaldo Guillen leaves behind a lasting legacy of love after the Silver Spring man crashed into a metal light support pole in White Oak, causing catastrophic injuries that claimed his life on Saturday, Aug. 10 in the area of Lockwood Drive and Columbia Pike.
Since his death, friends, well-wishers, and the community are rallying around Guillen's family as they continue reeling from …
'Helpless, Angry, Heartbroken' Family Stunned By Murder Of Beloved Grandmother In Maryland
A family is "helpless, angry, and heartbroken," after a beloved 75-year-old grandmother and her granddaughter were found dead inside a Baltimore County home.
Iona Sellers and Autumn Harvey, 29, were found by police with traumatic injuries shortly before 10 a.m. on July 7 in the unit block of Taos Circle in Middle River during a welfare check.
Now, family, friends, and well-wishers are reeling as they continue to seek answers following the double homicide.
"My son's beloved grandmother, Iona Sellers ("Mum Mum") and his cousin were found brutally murdered in their home," Heather Brittain O'S…
Mother, Son Killed By Standoff Suspect Remembered For Hearts, Souls Full Of Kindness In MD
The Fort Washington community continues to mourn after a deadly scene played out when a man shot and killed his wife and son before barricading inside their home in Prince George’s County.
Thousands of dollars have been raised on behalf of the family of Rori Burch, 52, and her son, Michael K. Burch, Jr., 25, who were shot and killed in late August - allegedly by Michael Kevin Burch, Sr. on Tall Timber Court.
According to the Prince George's County Police Department, 62-year-old Michael Kevin Burch shot and killed his wife,... Posted by Lipstick Alley on Saturday, September 2, 2023
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