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Larry Wayne Braswell, 57, X-ray technician for stateLarry Wayne Braswell, a retired Maryland state employee, died Monday of an aneurysm at Gaston Memorial Hospital in Gastonia, N.C., where he resided. He was 57.He was a mobile chest X-ray technician and air-quality-control sample-taker for the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for 27 years. He retired in 1989 and moved to Gastonia, where he was a security guard at Dixie Yarns.Born in Gastonia, he moved to Rosedale as a child and attended Kenwood High School.

Former Lake Clifton star Kevin Braswell, who graduates in June from Maine Central Prep in Bangor, has accepted a full scholarship to play for Georgetown and will sign with the Hoyas tomorrow, the first day of the spring signing period for basketball players.Also, St. Frances star Shawn Hampton, a 6-foot-8, two-time All-Metro center-forward, will sign with Virginia Commonwealth University tomorrow, a source within the Rams' athletic department said. Hampton averaged 20.5 points, 10.0 rebounds and 5.0 blocks, earned Catholic League Player of the Year honors and led the Panthers to their fourth consecutive regular-season title.

WASHINGTON -- Playing in last night's 25th Capital Classic at the MCI Center culminated a great day for Maine Central Prep's Kevin Braswell, who signed with Georgetown only a few hours earlier and was playing on a court where the Hoyas play many home games.It also offered the former Lake Clifton star a chance to display a bit of one-upmanship over a couple of his former high school teammates as he helped the U.S. All-Stars to a 126-107 victory.As a Lakers senior in 1997, Braswell starred with Michael King, who recently completed his freshman season at George Washington University alongside 1995 Lake Clifton graduate Shawnta Rogers.

As roommates during their preparations for tonight's 25th annual Capital Classic, Lonnie Baxter and Danny Miller, both University of Maryland signees, have plenty to talk about.They can discuss the immediate future that involves leading the Capital All-Stars against the U.S. All-Stars at 7: 30 p.m. at MCI Center in Washington, and their more distant futures with the Terps.Baxter, a 6-foot-8, 250-pound forward from Hargrave Military Prep in Virginia, is hoping for a shot at the position vacated by senior Rodney Elliott (Dunbar)

Lake Clifton senior basketball player Kevin Braswell was arrested by a school police officer Friday night, charged with drug possession and released on his own recognizance.An April 3 trial date in Eastside District Court has been set for Braswell, 18, who was charged as an adult.The arresting officer, Derrick S. Johns, said last night he could not comment on the circumstances surrounding the arrest of the 6-foot-1 guard who averaged 20.9 points during the regular season."It's true, but I can't go into it any further without talking to my superiors," Johns said last night.

Kevin BraswellLake Cliftonboys basketballBraswell scored 20 points to go along with eight steals and three assists in a victory over then-No. 12 Dunbar (67-65). The junior guard also scored 22 points and had 10 assists and seven steals in a win over Northwestern (91-75).Omar FraserLoyolaswimmingFraser broke a hallowed record in Baltimore scholastic swimming in winning the 100-yard backstroke in 52.13 seconds as Loyola beat Calvert Hall. The old pool record of 52.75 was set in 1982 by Pat Kennedy.

Jennalee Braswell Suder, who received widespread church and community support during a two-year struggle with neuroblastoma, died of the rare cancer Sunday at her home on Witherspoon Road in Homeland. She was 12.Born in Baltimore, Jennalee lived with her parents, attorneys Robert Braswell Suder and Joanne Lynch Suder. Mr. Suder undertook full-time care of his daughter after she became ill.But Jennalee continued her studies as a sixth-grade honor student at the Cathedral School. She also loved dance and music, and had studied ballet at the Peabody Conservatory since she was a toddler.

A South Carolina ship repair company said yesterday that it has withdrawn as a contender to buy BethShip Inc. because Peter G. Angelos wants to purchase the struggling Sparrows Point yard.Elliott Braswell, chief executive officer of Braswell Services Group in Charleston, S.C., said Angelos as a local owner would be better equipped to work with local politicians and the community."If he proceeds with it and buys the yard, then I'm happy for him," he said. "We're still interested, but we'll wait and see how he makes out with his bid."

Kevin Braswell led all scorers with 32 points as No. 4 Lake Clifton (8-3) defeated visiting Poly, 77-54, yesterday to give coach Charlie Moore his 200th career victory and extend the Lakers' home win streak to 30, dating to 1994.Moore is in his 10th season at Lake Clifton and has compiled a 200-46 record, including a Class 4A state title in 1995."It is very exciting, and I owe it all to the kids," Moore said. "It [200 wins] was in the back of my mind when the season started, but I just tryed to stay focused and concentrate on the season."

With their coach away for most of last week because of a death in his family, several Lake Clifton players said that staying focused has been difficult.But the No. 4 Lakers needed to be at full attention yesterday against visiting Douglass, the area's No. 14-ranked team and a squad that on the road had pushed Southern-Baltimore and No. 1 Southwestern to the brink earlier in the season.Once again, Douglass was still fighting late in the game, but the Lakers were able to collect a 76-69 victory in a Baltimore City non-divisional game.

On August 20, 2008, Anna Gentile (nee Mazolla) beloved wife of the late Frank Gentile, devoted mother of Salvatrice James, Sheila Williams, and the late Elvira Hollingshead and Concetta Braswell, loving sister of Enza and Rosetta Mazolla both of Italy, and dear grandmother of Michael Braswell Jr., Ryan and Tenly James, and Windy, Frank Ray, and Joseph Williams. A funeral service will be held at the CONNELLY FUNERAL HOME OF ESSEX, 300 Mace Ave. on Saturday at 10 A.M. Visiting hours Friday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Interment Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery.

On March 13, 2008 PHYLLIS BRASWELL. Friends may call at the family owned MARCH FUNERAL HOME WEST, INC., 4300 Wabash Avenue Wednesday after 8:30 A.M. where the family will receive friends on Thursday 11:30 A.M. followed by funeral service at 12 noon.

State Senate, governor honor Senator Britt With about 20 family members of the late Sen. Gwendolyn T. Britt in attendance, the Maryland Senate paid tribute yesterday to the Prince George's County lawmaker and civil rights activist, who died Saturday. Gov. Martin O'Malley told the overflowing chamber that Britt was "deeply loved throughout our state" and was "one of the strongest and classiest senators that ever walked these floors." The five-year Democratic state senator, who was jailed in 1961 for protesting segregationist Jim Crow laws in Mississippi, also campaigned for civil rights on behalf of ex-offenders and homosexuals.

On November 19, 2007, SUNYI PUMPHREY passed away. She is survived by her beloved son Shaun Pumphrey, daughter-in-law, Valentine, one granddaughter, Rylee, sister, Tuk Braswell and a host of other relatives and friends. A Memorial Service may be held at a later date.

Five Republicans and seven Democrats are competing on Tuesday to represent District 31 in the House of Delegates, in the largest contest in the county. Incumbents are trying to keep two of the district's three seats; the third is being vacated by longtime Republican Del. John R. Leopold, who is running for county executive. Though registered Democrats outnumber Republicans in the district, which encompasses Pasadena, Brooklyn Park, Glen Burnie and part of Severna Park, Del. Donald H. Dwyer Jr. is confident that Republicans can win all three seats.

On January 13, 2006, LENA B. (nee Braswell), beloved wife of the late Russell W. Brooks, devoted mother of John R. Brooks and Dan S. Brooks. Loving grandmother of Travis and Ellen Brooks, John R. Brooks, Jr. and Matthew Brooks. Devoted sister of Belinda Barnwell and John Braswell. The family will receive friends at the Fork Christian Church (Sunshine Avenue and Stoney Batter Road) Kingsville on Saturday, January 21, 2006 from 10 A.M. until 11 A.M. at which time a memorial service will be held.

On March 18, 2005, JOE NATHANMc Kella; beloved father of Rev. Gloria Braswell (Eddie) and Brenda Ponds (Joseph) and Pauline Edwards. He also leaves to cherish his precious memory a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at the HOWELL FUNERAL HOME, 4600 Liberty Heights Ave, on Thursday from 3 to 7 P.M. Funeral services will be held at Mt. Oliver Missionary Baptist Church, 513 East 36th Street on Friday, family hour 11 to 12. Services immediately following. Interment Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery.

On March 18, 2005, JOE NATHANMc ELLA; beloved father of Rev. Gloria Braswell (Eddie) and Brenda Bonds (Joseph) and Pauline Edwards. He also leaves to cherish his precious memory a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at the HOWELL FUNERAL HOME, 4600 Liberty Heights Ave, on Thursday from 3 to 7 P.M. Funeral services will be held at Mt. Oliver Missionary Baptist Church, 513 East 36th Street on Friday,, family hour 11 to 12. Services immediately following. Interment Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery.

On February 1, 2005, GRACE E. BRASWELL "TEENIE" wife of Tom Roache; wife of the late Sampson F. Braswell; mother of Franklin R. Free, James K., Thomas E., and George R. Braswell. Also survived by five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held today 12 noon at the Stallings Funeral Home, P.A., 3111 Mountain Road, Pasadena. Interment Crestlawn Cemetery.

On May 18, 2004, ROBIN CLAY; loving daughter of Phyllis Braswell and Robert Clay. She is also survived by sister, Cara Clay and Robert T. Clay, and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the family owned MARCH FUNERAL HOME WEST, INC., 4300 Wabash Avenue on Friday after 9. where family will receive friends on Saturday at 11:30, followed by funeral services at 12. See www.marchfh.com.