On December 12, 2002 LYDIA DEALMEIDA (nee Gertrudes); beloved wife of Anthony DeAlmeida; devoted mother of Robert A. DeAlmeida and his wife Joyce and Susan M. Holland and her husband Thomas; loving daughter of Maria Gertrudes and the late Nicolau Gertrudes; loving grandmother of Eric and Lisa DeAlmeida, Heather and Adam Holland; dear sister Norbert Gertrudes. A Christian Wake Service will be held at family owned Duda-Ruck Funeral Home of Dundalk Inc., 7922 Wise Ave. on Sunday 4:30 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Hope Church on Monday at 9 A.M. Interment Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 43025 Baltimore, MD 21236. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Dickler, Gordon B.
On Thursday, December 12, 2002, GORDON B. DICKLER; beloved husband of Roberta Dickler (nee Dare); devoted father of Susan and Steven Brierley, W. Bradley and Deborah Dickler, Carol and Douglas Bruns, Jane and David Harding; devoted brother of Gene A. Dickler; loving grandfather of Jacquii, Bradley, Lauren, Jeffrey, Timothy, Lisa, Allison, Jennifer, Scott and Sarah. Services at SOL LEVINSON & BROTHERS HOME, 8900 Reisterstown Rd. at Mt. Wilson Lane on Sunday December 15, 3 P.M. Interment private. The family will be at the chapel at 2 P.M. to receive guests. Please omit flowers. The family has directed all contributions to the Salvation Army, 814 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230. Family at home 9 Nayborly Court, Catonsville, MD (21228). 15. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Doane, Lawrence W.
On December 9, 2002, LAWRENCE W. DOANE, an avid motorcyclist, enthusiastic square dancer and loving caretaker of his family. Mr. Doane is survived by his beloved wife Helen (nee Caltagirone); devoted father of Pauline Jenkins, Kathleen Bowen, Lawrence M. Doane, Deborah Ernest, Russell Tripodi, Dennis Merritt, Charles Gross, Charlene Johnson and Peter Lowman; dear brother of Betty Eklund, Margie Famigletti, Irene Famigletti and Gertrude McAlice and the late Francis Doane; loving grandfather of Mary Jenkins Waldon, Amy Traynor, Thomas Bowen and Sarah Bowen. Also survived by five great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the family owned Leonard J. Ruck, Inc. Funeral Home, 5305 Harford Road (at Echodale), on Sunday, 2 to 5 P.M. Family and friends will meet at the Funeral Home on Monday at 9:30 A.M. to proceed to Maryland Veterans Cemetery - Garrison Forest for a 10:45 A.M. Graveside Service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 8219 Town Center Drive, Baltimore MD 21236. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Donohue, Sister Mary Clare
On December 11, 2002, SISTER MARY CLARE DONOHUE, SNDdeN. Beloved sister of Robert W. of Manchester, NH, Thomas H. and wife Nancy of Palm Harbor, FL, Sister Celeste, daughter of Charity of Emmitsburg, MD, sister-in-law of Mary Donohue of Baltimore, MD and a number of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to Villa Julie, 1531 Greenspring Valley Road, Stevenson, MD on Sunday, December 15 between 3 to 5 P.M. and between 6 to 8 P.M. Prayer Service at 7 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 A.M. December 16 at Villa Julie Chapel followed by Interment in Ilchester, MD. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/13/2002 - 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Douglas, Joseph M.
On December 13, 2002, JOSEPH MCKINLEY DOUGLAS, beloved son of Anderson and Lizabeth Young Douglas; dear friend of the Arc of Baltimore. Friends may call at the WITZKE FUNERAL HOME OF CATONSVILLE, INC., 1630 Edmondson Avenue, (1 mile west of beltway exit 14), on Monday from 12 to 1 P.M. at which time Services will be held. Interment in Crestlawn Memorial Gardens. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Eder Sr., Francis X.
On December 12, 2002, FRANCIS X. EDER SR., beloved husband of Helen V. Eder (nee Ruff), devoted father of William F. Eder and his wife Willie, Robert P. Eder and his wife Stephanni, Charles A. Eder, and the late Francis X. Eder Jr., loving brother of George A. Eder, of Pretoria South Africa, loving grandfather of Natalie, Lisa, Tammy, and Francis III Eder and Heather Hylton. Funeral Services are private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to you favorite charity. Arrangements by MacNabb Funeral Home. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Fineagan, Mary M.
On December 10, 2002, MARY M. (nee Scalio), beloved wife of the late John E. Fineagan, dear aunt of Sandra Seabrease and Jo Ann Redman. A Christian Wake Service will be held at the family owned Duda-Ruck Funeral Home of Dundalk, Inc., 7922 Wise Ave. on Sunday at 7 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Rita Church on Monday at 10 A.M. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Frye, Michelle M.
On December 11, 2002, MICHELLE MARIE FRYE, beloved daughter of Ralph and Joan Frye, loving sister of Thomas Frye, Debbie Bateman and William H. Frye. Cherished mother of Shanon M. Cole. A Memorial Service will be held at Schimunek Funeral Home Inc., 9705 Belair Road (Perry Hall), on Sunday 1 P.M. Interment private. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Kingsville Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 65, Kingsville, Md. 21087. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Fuller, Franklin M.
On Thursday, December 12, 2002, FRANKLIN M. FRANK FULLER of Baltimore, MD; husband of Carol L. Fuller; father of Melissa Fuller Lynch and father in-law of her husband Drew; stepfather of Deborah B. Donhauser, C. Debbie Shifflett, Donald W. Hubbel and Susan M. Hubbel; twin brother of Jacob Fuller; brother of Betsy Mace, William Fuller, Evelyn Toots Burton and Richard Fuller. He is also survived by ten grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was a welder at Genstar/La Forge, Inc. for over 30 years. A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 16, at 2 p.m. from the J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 24 Second St., New Freedom, PA. Interment in Pine Grove United Methodist Cemetery in Parkton, MD. Viewings will be held on Sunday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 pm at the mortuary. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Gaare, Robert
On December 13, 2002, ROBERT GAARE, former President of the Norwegian American Club and a member of the Sons of Norway, beloved husband of the late S. Isabelle Gaare, devoted father of Robert Gaare of Marietta, GA, John Gaare of Frederick, MD and Anne Gaare of Atlanta, GA. Loving grandfather of Jean, Kari, Michael, Meghan, Sara, and Eric Gaare, dear father-in-law of Cathy Kaemmerlen Gaare and Jean Joyce Gaare, devoted friend of C. Georgia Brown. Funeral Service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 5205 Harford Rd., on Sunday, 8 P.M. Friends may call at the family owned Leonard J. Ruck, Inc. Funeral Home, 5305 Harford Rd. (at Echodale) on Sunday from 2 to 6 P.M. Interment private. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Gaimaro, Lidia
On December 11, 2002, LIDIA GAIMARO of Baltimore, beloved wife of the late Oscar A. Gaimaro, loving mother of Estella Valenziano, Beatriz Pilcher, Viviana Gaddis, Gabriel and Reuben Gaimaro, loving grandmother of 15 and sister of Horacio, Ofelia, Olga, Delva, Beatriz, Luis, Mabel, the late Herminio and the late Elena. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the GARY L. KAUFMAN FUNERAL HOME AT MEADOWRIDGE MEMORIAL PARK INC., 7250 Washington Blvd, Elkridge (Exit 6 Off Rt. 100) on Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. and where Funeral Services will be held in the Vermillion Chapel on Monday, December 16, 2002 at 12 P.M. Interment Meadowridge Memorial Park. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Goldberg, Shirley
On Friday, December 13, 2002 SHIRLEY GOLDBERG (nee Gaby); beloved mother of Dr. Robert Goldberg of Hot Springs, South Dakota; devoted sister of Dr. Samuel D. Gaby; loving aunt of Dr. Alan R. Gaby and Joan Gaby Forman. Services at SOL LEVINSON & BROTHERS INC., 8900 Reisterstown Rd. at Mt. Wilsons Ln. on Sunday, December 15 at 1 P.M. Interment at the Arlington (Chizuk Amuno) Congregation Cemetery, 4300 N. Rogers Ave. please omit flowers. Family at home 2701 Moores Valley Dr. (21209). 14. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Haslbeck, Marie E.
On December 13, 2002, MARIE ELIZABETH HASLBECK, beloved wife of the late Charles M. Haslbeck; devoted mother of Joyce Ann Dorak; loving grandmother of Stacey and Kristen Dorak, Ashley Walton and Joshua Dorak. Friends may call at the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories-Parkville on Saturday and Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday 11 A.M. at the Hiss United Methodist Church. Interment Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Kahl, Joseph W.
On December 13, 2002 JOSEPH WILLIAM KAHL, beloved husband of Lillian Theresia Kahl (nee Gunzelman), devoted father of Joseph C. Kahl and his wife Mandy, Anna Marie Sohn and her husband Roy and Theresia Witthauer. Loving grandfather of Amanda, Mary, Judy and her husband Steven, Greg, Debbi and her husband John. Also survived by two great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schimunek Funeral home, Inc., 9705 Belair Road (Perry Hall) on Saturday 7 to 9 P.M. and Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Stephens Church (Bradshaw) on Monday at 10 A.M. Interment Bel Air Memorial Gardens. In lieu flowers contributions may be made to the Harford Hospice, Upper Chesapeake/St. Joseph Home Care, 8003 Corporate Drive, Tyler Ridge II, Suite G, Baltimore, Md 21236. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Kelley, Nile R.
On December 7, 2002; NILE R. Beloved husband of Lucille Kelley; devoted father of one step-son Ronald Thomas; beloved step-grandfather of Lawrence Bass, Jr. and Ronnelle Thomas Brunswick. Friends may call at the Joseph L. Russ Funeral Home, 2222-28 W. North Avenue on Sunday 2 to 6 PM. Services on Monday. Family hour 10:30. Funeral to follow at 11 AM. Interment Mt. Zion Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Keyser, Jeanette
Douglas High School June class of 1942 regrets the passing of Treasurer JEANETTE E. KEYSER and extends sympathy to her family. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/13/2002 - 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Kominski, John F.
On Thursday, December 12, 2002, JOHN F. KOMINSKI, 84, of Rosedale. He is survived by his wife Marie (nee Swiderski), and two sons, John of Ellicott City and Gerald of Culver City, CA. Two sons, Ronald and Gary, predeceased him. He also leaves nine grandchildren, a sister Anne Swiecicki and numerous nieces and nephews. He retired from the Steamship Trade in 1982. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at the Cvach-Rosedale Funeral Home, 1211 Chesaco Avenue, Rosedale, on Sunday, December 15 from 1 to 3 P.M. Funeral Service will be held 2:30 P.M. Interment private. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Lott, Michelle R.
On December 11, 2002, MICHELLE R. (nee Thomas), beloved wife of Michael A. Lott, devoted mother of D. Baine and Drew R. Childress and Stephanie N. and Nicholas R. Lott, loving daughter of Ronald H. and Christina M. Thomas, dear sister of Greg S. Thomas, dear daughter in law of Edward J. and B. Joanne Lott, loving granddaughter of Mary F. Thomas. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the family owned McCULLY-POLYNIAK FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 3204 Mountain Rd (Pasadena) on Saturday and Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Funeral Services will be held on Monday at 12 noon in the Grace United Church of Christ, 1404 S. Charles St. Interment Meadowridge Memorial Park Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Marquis, Duane J.
On Wednesday, December 11, 2002, DUANE J. MARQUIS, loving husband of Patricia Marquis; beloved father of Lauri Miller, Sheryl Michel, Robin Madera and Steven Marquis. Also survived by six grandchildren. A Memorial Service in his name will be held on Monday at the St. Bernadette Catholic Church at 1 P.M. Arrangements Singleton Funeral Home. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Muller, Helen A.
On December 10, 2002, HELEN AGNES (nee Haberkam), beloved wife of the late Andrew G. Muller, devoted sister of Nelson Haberkam, Lydia Haberkam, Mary Schnepf and Genevieve Anderson, much loved by numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 1131 Mace Ave., on Sunday at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church or the S. P. C. A or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Lassahn Funeral Home Inc. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/12/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Novak, Sol
On December 11, 2002, SOL NOVAK, 93, of Baltimore MD, died in Sinai Hospital, Baltimore MD. Mr. Novak was born in New York City, NY on February 21, 1909. He was married to the late Ray Milstein Novak for 67 years. Survivors include two daughters Arlene N. Doty of Arlington VA and Saundra N. Eisler of Baltimore MD, a son Joel W. Novak of Tucson AZ, nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. A Graveside Service will be conducted Sunday in Norfolk VA. Services will be held at 7:30 P.M. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (12/16-12/18) at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joel Eisler, 3303 Lightfoot Dr., Baltimore, MD 21208. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to the Congregation Beth El Building Fund, Norfolk, VA. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Oelmann, Madelene B.
On December 12, 2002, MADELENE BERTHA OELMANN; beloved wife of the late Albert W. Oelmann, Jr.; devoted mother of LindaLee Henning and Joan L. Wilhelm; loving grandmother of Gregory Williamson, Sr., Alex Staeheli and Kurt E. Henning; great grandmother of Amanda N. Henning, Gregory S. Williamson, Jr. and Sydney A. Henning; and dear sister of Cassie Trager and Robert Wilkinson. A Funeral Service will be held at the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories-Parkville on Monday 11 A.M. Interment Parkwood Cemetery. Visiting Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Patterson, Fay Cora
On December 12, 2002 FAY CORA PATTERSON of Dundalk, MD. Beloved wife of the late Sylvester Patterson; devoted mother of Nora Brooks and Dorothy (Pat) Roh and the late George Patterson. Also survived by six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren and two great-great granddaughters. A Service will be held at the family owned McComas Funeral Home, P.A., Abingdon, MD on Tuesday, December 17 at 11 A.M. Interment will be in Louden Park Cemetery, Baltimore, MD. Friends may call at the funeral home in Abingdon on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. Those who desire may contribute to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 572 Bel Air, MD 21014. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Puskar, William R.
On November 13, 2002, WILLIAM R. PUSKAR, born November 22, 1917, beloved husband of the late Edna Smith. Survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Puskar was a Federal employee. Interment was in Skokie, Il. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/13/2002 - 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Riemer, Evelyn G.
On December 11, 2002, EVELYN G. RIEMER (nee McDonald), beloved wife of the late Edward Anthony Riemer, devoted mother of Joyce M. Alexander, Patricia Riemer, Isabelle B. Clark, Kathleen M. Fagen, stepmother of Joan Varholy, dear sister of Catherine Cochran, Rose Cole, Frances Teresi. Survived by nine grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at the Charles S. Zeiler and Son Funeral Home, Inc., 6224 Eastern Avenue (at Folcroft St.) on Saturday and Sunday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. with a Christian Wake Service on Sunday at 7:30 P.M. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, 10 A.M. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. Interment Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Schudel, M. Leona
On December 13, 2002, M. LEONA SCHUDEL (nee Thomas), beloved wife of the late Alfred E. Schudel Sr.; devoted mother of Alfred E. Jr. and Robert Lee Schudel. She is also survived by six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the family owned Mitchell-Wiedefeld Funeral Home, Inc., 6500 York Road (at Overbrook), on Sunday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. Prayers will be offered Monday 9:30 A.M. at the Funeral Home. Interment Loudon Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Hospice of Baltimore, 6701 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, 21204. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Starzynski, Anthony H.
On December 13, 2002 ANTHONY; husband of the late Carmella (nee Costello) Starzynski; beloved father of Lucille H. Marshall; beloved brother of Albert Starzynski. Residence, Colton Dr. North Providence. Funeral from Bellows-Falso Funeral Chapel, 160 River Rd. Lincoln on Tuesday, December 17 at 8:45 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anthony Church Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence at 10 A.M. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Fruit Hill Day Care Center for the Elderly, 399 Fruit Hill Ave. North Providence, RI 02911 or the Groden Center, 86 Mount Hope Ave. Providence, RI 02906 would be appreciated. For directions and guest book please visit www.legacy.com. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Stebbing, Ivy M.
On December 12, 2002 IVY M., devoted daughter of the late John M. and Viola M. Stebbing, dear cousin and life companion of Eva Stebbing, devoted aunt of Bill and Ellen Richardson and Dianne and Ken Coldwell. Also survived by many of nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held at the family owned Leonard J. Ruck Inc. Funeral Home, 5305 Harford Road (at Echodale) on Monday at 11 A.M. Interment Parkwood Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Thompson, Elizabeth R.
On December 12, 2002, ELIZABETH R. (nee Reeder), beloved wife of the late Bernard H. Thompson Sr.; devoted mother of the late Bernard H. Thompson Jr.; also survived by two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Interment private. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in the Immaculate Conception Church-Towson on Friday, December 20 at 9:15 A.M. Expressions of sympathy may be directed in Mrs. Thompsons name to: Stella Maris, 2300 Dulaney Valley Rd, Timonium MD 21093. Inquiries Lemmon Funeral Home 410-252-6000. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Udani, Kantilal R.
On December 12, 2002 KANTILAL RAVIKANT UDANI passed peacefully in his home in Catonsville at the age of 76. He is survived by wife Sudhaben; two sons Vipul and Mehul; three daughters Kalpana, Sujata and Shilpa; two son-in-laws Manohar and Tasvir; daughter-in-law Prerana and five grandchildren Payal, Anchal, Pari, Juhi and Anmol. Services and interment were privately held on Friday December 13. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Watson Sr., Samuel
On December 13, 2002, SAMUEL D., beloved father of Samuel D. Watson Jr., William R. Watson and Carol Lynn Fetsko, brother of Robert P. Watson, Thomas Curtis Watson and Lula Helen Rogers. Services at the Eline Funeral Home, 934 S. Main Street, Hampstead on Monday at 10 AM. Interment in Parklawn Memorial Park, Rockville, MD. Friends may call Sunday 7 to 9 PM at the funeral home. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 12/14/2002.
---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Yates, S. Bladen
On December 11, 2002, SAMUEL BLADEN, beloved husband of the late Dorothea Ditty (nee Schaub). Devoted father of Cheryl L. Libertini, Pauline E. Betty Jacobs and the late Clifton I. Yates. Son of the late Samuel I. and Pauline (nee Stuhl) Yates. Sister of the late Rose Urspruch. Loving grandfather of Cynthia Ritchey, Carmen Johnson and Melissa Jacobs. Great-grandfather of Charles and Catherine Ritchey. Friends may call at the Slack Funeral Home, P.A., 3871 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott City on Saturday and Sunday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Services from the First Lutheran Church, 3604 Chatham Rd., Ellicott City, MD 21043, Monday at 10 A.M. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Those who desire may direct memorials in Mr. Yates name to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5219 or to the First Lutheran Church at the above address. www.slackfuneralhome.com. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 12/14/2002 - 12/15/2002.