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Brian Eckenrode Obituary

On Thursday, March 20, 2025 of Burtonsville, MD, passed away surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving mother, Louise (DeFino) Eckenrode, brother Michael J. Eckenrode, and uncle Anthony J. DeFino. He was preceded in death by his loving father, James E. Eckenrode, grandparents, Anthony and Concetta DeFino and John and Marie Eckenrode and his uncles, Michael S. DeFino, William J. Eckenrode, and aunt Sandra Saylor. He is also survived by his loving aunts, cousins, and many other relatives and friends.
Family and friends may call at Holy Cross Church, 4900 Strathmore Ave, Garrett Park, MD on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. where Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society (donate.cancer.org) or the American Diabetes Association (diabetes.org).

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Published by The Washington Post on Mar. 30, 2025.

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Calling hours

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Holy Cross Church

4900 Strathmore Ave, Garrett Park, MD

Apr

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

Holy Cross Church

4900 Strathmore Ave, Garrett Park, MD

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