Services

Keisha Marie DePass, M.D.
July 23, 1975 - January 19, 2010

Public Viewing	Friday, January 29, 2010 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Harry H. Witzke's Family Funeral Home 4112 Old Columbia Pike Ellicott City, MD 21043 Map and Directions
Public Viewing	Friday, January 29, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Harry H. Witzke's Family Funeral Home 4112 Old Columbia Pike Ellicott City, MD 21043 Map and Directions
Public Viewing	Saturday, January 30, 2010 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	St. John's Episcopal Church 9120 Frederick Road Ellicott City, MD 21042 Map and Directions
Funeral Ceremony	Saturday, January 30, 2010 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	St. John's Episcopal Church 9120 Frederick Road Ellicott City, MD 21042 Map and Directions

Obituary: We mourn the sudden passing of Keisha Marie DePass, M.D. on January 19, 2010. She was the devoted wife to Amar Thomas; loving daughter of Vinette Greenwood and the late Keith Depass; caring sister of Karlene Martin, Keith DePass, Cheryl Fenton, Lisa Cox and the late Howard DePass; dear niece of Clarice Greenwood and Fay Greenwood. She was also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and a multitude of friends.

Donation: Methods of Contribution: Send a check to the Keisha Marie DePass, M.D. Fund -Gifts can be sent to Chantal Champagne, Director of Donor Relations, Cornell University, 130 East Seneca Place, Suite 400, Ithaca, NY 14850. -Please be sure to note the fund name ‘Keisha Marie DePass, M.D. Fund,’ on the memo line of the check Give online to the Keisha Marie DePass, M.D. Fund - Gifts can be made online using a credit card at the following web address: https://www.giving.cornell.edu/give/ -Please be sure to note the fund name ‘Keisha Marie DePass, M.D. Fund,’ in the special instructions box on the on-line giving page

There will be a reception immediately following the service on Saturday at the Gathering Place, 6120 Daylong Lane, Clarksville, MD 21029.

Guestbook Entries

	Barbara	My prayers are with the family.
	Ronald P. Byank, M.D.	My deepest sympathy to Keisha's family and friends. I had the honor and privilege of working with her during her residency at Hopkins. She loved people, especially children, and they loved her. I will miss her smiling face and wonderful, outgoing personality.
	Francis Gonzalez	Vinnette, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know there is no words to comfort you at this moment. Just remember that she is with the Lord and you will see her again one day! Take care and hopefully I will be seeing you when you come back. Sincerely ~ Francis Gonzalez
	nancy	My condolences to Keisha's family. I work in the PACU, at Bayview and took care of the patients she brought from the O.R.She was a truly beautiful,kind and friendly person. May God comfort you at this time.
	Frank LoMauro & Family	Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
	annette knight	God Bless the DePass family in their time of need. Even though i didn't know her personally, I hear she was a awesome Doctor and person. Our thoughts are with you.
	Susan Burns	I so enjoyed hearing about your daughter and her success waiting to take public transportation home from Panasonic most evenings. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
	Norma Jean Simonsen	My thoughts and prayers are with Keisha's family. Having known her throughout her residency at Johns Hopkins Ortho, she oftimes made a bright day even brighter with her soft ways and beautiful smile. I'll miss her very much.
	Eva Moland	Dear Vinette, my deepest condolences to you and your family. You may not remember me from Panasonic, but I do remember you and how you always talked about your daughter. I am really saddened by the news and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
	Mayra Alvarez	My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your grief is shared by many, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Your Friend Mayra Alvarez Panasonic
	Hengy Etebar	Dear Vinnette - I am so so sorry for your loss and please accept my sincere and deepest sympathy on your loss. You are in my prayers. Love Always - Hengy
	Carolyn Gallagher	Amar, please acccept my sincere sympathy on the passing of your wife, Keisha. I'm terribly sorry for your loss and will keep you and your families in my prayers.
	Pam Brown	I love and miss you so much. All my love and prayers to Omar and family. Pam Brown
	Cheryl Duncan	Vinnette, I can only imagine your emotions right now, and its okay to feel that way. I will lend you my shoulder to cry on when I get there, its okay, cry a river, and when you are done, I will dry your tears and say Keisha is in a better place now. Though you will miss her like no one will ever ever know, please know that she is safe in the arms of her maker, and she will never, never hurt again. Vinnette, Jack and I have had you in our thoughts every day. We have said prayers for you, that you may only become stronger through all this, and that your heart will gradually heal from the pain and suffering. Love, Cheryl and Jack Duncan
	YA (Yutaka Abe)	Vinnette, I'm too shocked to say any appropriate words to you. I wish to convey our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Sincerely, YA
	Suzanne Bender (hook)	Amar- I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Suzanne
	Rev. Brenda Stallings	Dear Vinnette and Family, I extend my sympathy to you and family in the loss of Keisha. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. My God send an angel of comfort to be with you. Rev. Brenda J. Stallings
	Eileen	Dr. Depass cared for my daughter for several months when she broke a bone during cheerleading. She was a wonderful person and doctor. Her family and friends are in my prayers.
	Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Harris	Our prayers are with both families. We met Keisha when she moved in her home in Baltimore, what a great neighbor, friend and all around nice young lady. We will miss her dearly. We love you Amar and Marley, take care of each other.
	Zenobia Casey, MD	My sincerest condolances to the family of Keisha Depass, MD. I met her during her residency at JHH and she was a compassionate, kind and hardworking resident. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
	Billy Clem	I didn't know Dr. DePass very well but I do know she was a very polite kind woman. I'm the billing courier for her office and from the first time I met her she always put a smile on my face. I told my wife how personable and nice she was especially for a doctor (no offense to the other doctors who read this) She had a sincere and sweet personality. I know from Mora, who saw her every day, this is how she always was. I also know this is incredibly difficult for her family so I hope you can find peace in knowing she'll always be with you. Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you.
	Barbara Mckenzie	Dear Vinnette: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss. We are praying that you will find peace in the Lord each day. God bless you and your family.
	Deanna Hines	I am deeply saddened for the lost of Dr. Depass. My thoughts and prayers go out to all her family and friends. She will be missed but not forgotten.
	Patricia Gardner	My deepest sympathy to Keish's family and friends. She will be sorely missed at Kernan and by many who enjoyed her beautiful smile and gentle way.
	Linda M Wardlow RN	Keisha was a much loved colleague and resident at Johns Hopkins Hospital. she will be missed. Please accept my sincere condolences.
	Nicole Furnanders	My deepest symphony are with your family at this time of need.
	Ieisha Johnson	What a wonderful woman to allow God to use her as a vessel to treat his children. Dr.Depass was a beautiful person and will be missed by all. My prayers are with her husband Amar and family. Please know that there is no sorrow that heaven can't hear. We were truly blessed to be accompanied by one of God's Angels.
	Keith/Sandra heron	Vinette and Amar, our deepest sympathy in your time of loss. May God give you...For every storm, a rainbow, For every tear, a smile, For every care, a promise, And a blessing in each trial. For every problem life sends, A faithful friend to share, For every sigh, a sweet song, And an answer for each prayer..Only God and time can heal your pain but the love and hugs of family and friends will ease the pain.
	soledad	My Dear friend from many years,there is nothing I can say to make you feel good,the only thing I remember you is how much you talk about your daughter,you always work for hard for her to be a doctor you are a wonderful mother,God may comfort you. When ever your need something,please call me.I love you Vinnette ,see you when you come back.
	Angella and Vincent Smith	Dearest Vinnette, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. God must need your angel to help him heal the world. I hope you will take comfort in knowing that in her short life, she touched countless lives in so many positive ways, and she will never be forgotten. My entire family will be here to support you when you return home to New Jersey. We love you.
	Kim	Amar you have my sincerest sympathy, I'm sorry to hear about the passing your wife Keisha. My condolances goes out to your family and hers. You are in my prayers...
	Jennifer Johnson	God Bless and Keep you and your family Amar ..my prayers to you all...
	Bruce McMillion	Amar, There are no words to describe our deep sadness upon hearing the news. Trust in the comfort that your family and friends can offer, and know that you are thought about and loved, not just in your time of need, but always. With our heartfelt sympathies, Bruce and Kathryn McMillion.
	Stacey Kratz	I am deeply sadden by the loss of our sweet wonderful caring and devoted Dr DePass. She touched my heart in so many ways and put my faith back into medicine. Although i only got to spend a yr working with Dr D she touched me so much. There was never a dull moment when she walked into a room and she will be missed. She is in my thoughts and prayers.. What a wonderful women that was taken way to soon.
	Sandra Heron	I'm only human, I'm just a woman. Help me believe in what I could be And all that I am. Show me the stairway, I have to climb. Lord for my sake, teach me to take One day at a time. One day at a time sweet Jesus That's all I'm asking from you. Just give me the strength To do everyday what I have to do. Yesterday's gone sweet Jesus And tomorrow may never be mine. Lord help me today, show me the way One day at a time.
	Zulma Colon	Dear Vinette, I am truly sorry for your lose. May you find comfort in knowing that she is with the Lord. God Bless and remain strong. Zulma (Danny Gomez' friend) Panasonic
	The Roberts Family	With heartfelt condolences to Amar and the DePass family, she's soaring amongst the angels now, forever in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Roberts Family, Loganville, Georgia
	Katie Burkhart	Keisha will always be remembered by our family as a bright light; she lit up the room with her fun-loving spirit and magnetic personality. She was caring, thoughtful, generous and an absolutely beautiful person all around-- She is an incredibly special person who will be missed dearly.
	VICTORIA QUEEN	My deepest sympathy...We loved her but, GOD loved her best.
	Melvin Dailey Jr 1st SGT	Amar, my Deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
	Debra Johnson	I thank God for the precious time I had with Keisha. She will be so Greatly missed. In your time of sorrow lean on Jesus, truth Him and He will see you through. I pray God's comfort and Peace on your life. Debra JHBMC Ortho Coordinator.
	Andrea Smellie	My condolences to the DePass family and to Keisha's husband and family during this time. Keisha is gone too soon and I know that the family is still grieving the loss of Keisha's brother Howard who passed barely 4 months ago. You are all in my prayers during this time. The DePass family and I grew up together in Jamaica and this is certainly a loss to our Harbour View family.
	Darlise	1SG Thomas, I am lost for words...All I can remember is the love you expressed for her during our training in the Dominican Republic. I pray for your strength, and courage to carry on. May God continue to bless you, your daughter and the families.
	moira	To have know her was to love her. She lit up the room with her huge smile, vibrant personality and caring ways. She was sassy and fun and made everyone feel they were the lucky ones. She was a fine doctor with the most amazing bedside manner and incredible skills---she will be missed by many patients and parents. I will miss her with my whole heart, she and Amar are like part of the family. She touched me in everyway-just like an angel. Our love to Amar and Vinette-we are here for you. Love Moira Burkhart, Katie and Whip, Christina and Johnny and LoLO
	Gwendolyn Carter	Amar, We worked together for so many years at GSH. I'm sorry to hear of your lost. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. GOD BLESS.....Gwen
	Doreen Morgan	Vinnette, My prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I know that Keisha was your pride and joy. I enjoyed hearing about her professional progress. Even though I had never had the privilege to meet her, I know that you was tops because she was your daughter. With the love of JESUS, Doreen
	Shawn Cobb, Cpt	1SG Thomas, I am so saddened by your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your hours and days of grief. May you find comfort in the love that the two of you shared.
	Charlene Kingsbury	Vinnette: I was so sad and shocked to hear about Keisha. It was always a pleasure to see your face when you spoke about her success in college and med school. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
	Michele Moylan	Vinnette, Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. It will be hard for a long while, some days will be easier than others. Always remember that you have people who care for you and will be there when you return home. With Deepest Sympathy, Michele
	Daniah Beleford	I knew Kiesha when we were undergrad students at Cornell. She always had a friendly greeting and a warm smile to share whenever we crossed paths on campus or at events. She was so kind and unassuming and incredibly down-to-earth. My heartfelt condolences go to her family. May the Lord grant you some comfort in what must be an unimaginably painful time.
	Weatau E. McPherson	Vinette and Family, Sincere Sympathy for your loss. May God continue to bless and strengthen you and your family. Weatau McPherson
	David Christopher Harry	Top, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I'm at a loss for words. If there is anything that we can do don't hesitate. You will always be part of the family.
	Patricia Perskie	I am so sorry for your loss Amar. My heart goes out to you. Patti Perskie
	Keysha Adams	To the family, My prayers are with you in this transition of life. May these words be of great comfort to you all; God Bless You: Revelation 7:14-17 And he said, "These are they who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. Therefore, "they are before the throne of God and serve him day and night in his temple; and he who sits on the throne will spread his tent over them. Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst. The sun will not beat upon them, nor any scorching heat. For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes." Revelation 21:4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."
	Allison Godsey	I had the pleasure to work with Keisha during her residency at Johns Hopkins Bayview in the operating room. She was so pleasant and a joy to work with. My prayers go out to the family. God Bless.
	Elva C Edwards	I did not have the opportunity to meet Keisha, but I was talking to Amar about her one day while at the hospital and he spoke about his wife like she was the nucleus of his heart and I knew she was a quality lady because he was a quality man, whom I have known since childhood. I feel so downhearted for the family on both sides because death is unnatural. I so look forward to the time that God's Word speak about in Revelation 21:4, how Jehovah through His Son, Jesus Christ will remove every vestige of sickness and pain and most of all death from all mankind and these type of problems for mankind will finally be over. May the family pray for the ability to be able to cope and stay strong. Elva
	The Kotanko Family	Our family met Dr. DePass in her Mount Airy office for various othopaedic issues over the years. She always had a special connection with her young patients and possessed "other" special skills that allowed her to connect and communicate with them on their level and in their terms. She had an intuition that doesn't come with a diploma; an unselfish love for her work and patients that could only came from the heart. It's no wonder she chose the pediatric field. My girls always requested Dr. DePass. We will miss her and offer our heartfelt prayers to her family.
	Esletha McDonald	What moves through you Amar is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, you may not understand why she left this earth so soon, or why she left before you were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, you will begin to remember not just that Keisha died, but that she lived. And that her life gave you memories too beautiful to forget. God is taking you through this we are praying for you and family.
	SSG Michelle Lewis	1SG Thomas, I am truely sorry to hear of this unbelievable news. Your are continually in my prayers and thoughts. If there is anything that you might need in the coming weeks and months, Your Military family is here for you. SSG Lewis
	Errol L Bennett, MD	My sincere condolence to Amar and to the close relatives of Keisha, especially her Mom and her siblings. The shock of this event is shared by her friends and colleagues. I had the privilege of working with Keisha when she was a resident at Johns Hopkins and maintained contact with her when she returned from her fellowship training at my alma mater, the AI duPont institute in Delaware. She was a tremendous human being with a wonderful spirit and she will be missed by all.
	Susan W	Keisha was my high school classmate and I am shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. She was always so bright and friendly. As I read of what she has accomplished after graduating from Brookyn Tech, I am so proud and honored that I was able to call her my friend. My deepest condolences to Keisha's family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss.
	The Pelovitz Family	Our daughter Nadiya was a patient of Dr. DePass. We were deeply saddened by her passing. She was a wonderful doctor who cared very much for her patients. She made a difference in the lives of many children and their families. We are blessed to have known her.
	Ray Dunnah	Vinette and Family, I send my deepest sympathy; I'm so sorry for your loss. Being the only child, I understand the close connection between you and your daughter. I felt like I've known Keisha for years from the times I spent in your office, and listening you talk about her success and how much you adored her. Please keep in mind that you have many friends who sincerely care about you, and know that you can call on us anytime. Even if you just need a shoulder to cry on, because only time will heal your pain. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Love, Ray Dunnah
	Crystal Speaks	My deepest symtpathy to Keisha and Amar's family and friends. I met Keisha when she was a resident rotating in the JH Good Samaratian office. I had the pleasure to get to know such a beautiful and intelligent woman. She was such a model of class, intellgence,sense of humor and respect! I will always remeber her and her laugh! She was an example to me of what grace and strength Black woman are made of and to grab my dreams! She has made her mark on earth and I am sure she continues both here and the here after! I did get the oppurtunity to meet Amar as well when they first meet and my heart goes out to you! Thoughts and prayers always, Crystal
	juliet cannon	I work at Kernan, and I took my son to see her for monitoring. I'm so sorry that this has happened. She was kind, and calm, and strong, and smart. I pray for her, and for those who loved her.
	Kidada Davis	I just want to offer my condolensces to Dr. Depass' family. I was shocked to learn about her passing today. She was a wonderful doctor to my daughter with a warm spirit and will be missed.
	Inmar Hernandez	It was very hard to cope with the bad news that I got When I called the office to make a follow-up appointment for my Nephew Marvin Pacheco Hernandez on Thursday February 25, 2010. I asked that I wanted to make an appointment to see the Dr. Depass and at that time I was notified that she had passed. She was very young, friendly and dedicated to the service for what she was brought to this world. We were so please with the level of professionalism that she always presented. She helped my Nephew become a normal child and a normal adolescent when he grows up because he just turn 1 year old and all of this because of her care provided to him. I personally will miss her so much. Our prayers go to the family and are now asking God for strenght in this very difficult time knowing that this loss is not easy to bear. Good Bless You All!. Inmar Hernandez