Agnes Marilyn “Lynn” Stone Campbell, 65 of Ridge, MD died May 29, 2014, at her residence in Ridge, MD. She was born on February 17, 1949, in Leonardtown, MD, to the late James Emerick Stone, Sr. and Helen C. Yeatman Stone. On December 15, 1978, Lynn married her late husband, Luther Reed “Soupy” Campbell, in LaPlata, MD. Together they were married 31 years before his passing in September 2009. She retired from the United States Government after 30 dedicated years working at the Capitol in Washington, D.C. After retirement, she enjoyed working part-time at Kenny’s Florist in Lexington Park, MD. She also enjoyed crabbing, flower gardening, and going to social functions with her late husband. Lynn is survived by her siblings, James E. “Ricky” Stone, Jr. of Aiken, SC and Sandra L. “Sandy” Sullivan (Paul) of Ridge, MD; and many nieces, nephews and extended family. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Luther Reed Campbell. Family will receive friends on Saturday, June 7, 2014 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 16566 Three Notch Road, Ridge, MD 20680. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Peter Giovanoni. Interment […]
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Agnes Marilyn “Lynn” Stone Campbell, 65
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James Michael Berkin, 20
James Michael Berkin, 20 of Drayden, MD, passed away suddenly at his residence on Sunday, May 25, 2014, from complications of diabetes and other health problems. Born on June 19, 1993, in Bethesda, MD, he was the much-loved son of Michael G. Berkin and Shirley Kay (Johnson) Berkin of Drayden, MD. James graduated from Leonardtown High School in May 2011. He was an outstanding student at the College of Southern Maryland, where he enjoyed tutoring students and was a member of the student council. After CSM, James planned to transfer to a four year school and then to teach English in Japan. His ultimate goal was to change the world one day by becoming a doctor or choosing a similar career to help others. Having lived in Maryland, California, Maine, and Japan, James loved to travel. He was quite interested in the Asian culture and had learned to speak and write in Japanese and Chinese. As a youth, James was in Scouts, played baseball and soccer, and was active in AWANA, having earned many achievement awards. He enjoyed practicing tae kwan do, yoga and reading anime. James was a kind-hearted person, and was very interested in volunteering in social causes that […]
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James Edwin “Jim” Wolfe, 71
James Edwin “Jim” Wolfe, 71 of Lusby, MD, formerly of Camp Spring, MD, passed away suddenly on May 28, 2014 at his residence. He was born on April 14, 1943 in Kattanning, PA to the late Reynolds A. and Uda Wolfe. Jim graduated from East Brady High School in 1960 and went on to work for the FBI as an Archives Analyst. He retired in July 2012 after 45 years of service. He enjoyed singing, fishing, bowling, playing golf, collecting coins and stamps, and was the founding member of the Living Water Quartet. Jim is survived by his lifelong companion of over 40 years, June Shepherd of Lusby, MD; siblings, Peggy Spence and her husband Ronald of PA, William Wolfe and his wife Patricia of VA, and Betty Ranger and her husband Terry of PA; goddaughter, Kaitlyn Barnes and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Shaun Shepherd, Justin Shepherd, Tyler Davidson, Doug Shepherd, Henry Shepherd, and Tom Shepherd. Honorary Pallbearers will be Eric Shepherd, William Shepherd, and Michael Shepherd. The family will receive friends on Monday, June 2, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM in the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD. A Funeral Service will […]
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Ruth Marie Hall, 81
Ruth Marie Hall, 81 of Prince Frederick, MD passed away on May 30, 2014 in Prince Frederick, MD. She was born September 4, 1932 in Prince Frederick, MD to the late William Columbus Wood and Margaret Gibson Wood Bowen. Besides her parents, Marie is predeceased by her siblings, Catherine Ann Clay, James W. Wood, and Sylvia Faye Bowen, and a grandson, Christopher Allen Craft. Marie was a lifetime member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Prince Frederick. She was an avid bowler and loved her roses. She dedicated her life to her daughter, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Married to her best friend for 63 years, she is survived by her loving husband, Donald Q. Hall. Devoted mother of Cynthia Marie Hall Craft of St. Leonard, grandmother of Amber Noelle Craft Dixon of California, MD, she is also survived by great grandchildren, Kelsey Marie and Samantha Rose Dixon. The family will receive friends on Tuesday June 3, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church, Prince Frederick, MD where services will be held on Wednesday June 4, 2014, 11 AM. Interment will follow in Asbury Cemetery, Barstow, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association. Arrangements […]
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Minna Marie Freeman, 83
Services: A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Bushwood, MD with Father Charles Cortinovis officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Visitation: The family will receive friends on Monday, June 9, 2014 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
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Agnes Madeline Woodland, 88
Agnes Woodland, 88 of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on May, 28, 2014 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Born June 28, 1925 in Mechanicsville, MD. She was the daughter of the late Mary L. Molden and Thomas R. Molden. Agnes was the loving wife of the late Joseph H. Woodland. Agnes is survived by her children; Alice (Thomas) Young, Mary (Thomas) Mills, Annie (James) Holley, Brenda Daniels, Adrian (Thelma) Woodland, James Woodland, Jerome (Agnes) Woodland, John (Bonita) Woodland, Charles (Shirley) Woodland, daughter-in-law Mary A. Woodland, and son-in-law Arthur Graham, 28 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren, a niece Mary Curtis whom she loved dearly like a daughter and a lifelong special friend, Betty Douglas. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Agnes was preceded in death by her sons; Clayton E., Thomas M. and Francis X. Woodland, daughters; Thelma Graham and Mary Agnes Woodland, and grandchildren; Sonya and Garrett. Agnes was a devoted Roman Catholic. She attended church regularly; she was a hard working wife and mother. Agnes worked for many years as a transport driver in the Amish community, house cleaning services for doctors and lawyers and babysitting […]
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William Robert “Willie” DeMarr, Sr., 87
William Robert “Willie” DeMarr, Sr., 87, of Aquasco, MD passed away on June 1, 2014 at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Clinton, MD. He was born on September 9, 1926 in Clinton, MD to the late Percy Thomas DeMarr and the late Lettie (Keller) DeMarr. Willie enjoyed re-building old cars, trucks, and tractors. In addition to his parents, Willie was predeceased by his wife, Martha Mae (Grimes) DeMarr; two brothers; two sisters; and his sister-in-law Audrey DeMarr. Willie is survived by his sons, William Robert DeMarr, Jr. and girlfriend, Melinda Baden, John Thomas DeMarr, Sr. and wife, Kathy Sue, and Frank L. McAlwee, Sr. and his wife, Brenda; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brothers, Walter DeMarr and Lloyd DeMarr (Bonnie); and sisters, Ella Mae Baxter and Carrie Taylor. Family and friends will be received for Willie’s Life Celebration on Friday, June 6, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. A Funeral Service will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, at the funeral home. Interment will follow to the DeMarr Family Cemetery, Aquasco, MD. Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to: American Legion, Post #238, P.O. Box […]
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Alexander Franklin Fort
Alexander Franklin Fort passed away at birth May 27, 2014 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD, son of John A. Fort and Melissa M. Fort of Mechanicsville, MD. Alexander is survived by his parents; brother, Ash, sister Zillah; grandparents, John and Kim Fort, Ellen and Frank Bowles and Jack Chavis. He is also survived by uncles, Kevin Fort, John Williams Jr., Danny Williams and Frank Bowles Jr. as well as numerous cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Rory T. Conley on Monday, June 9, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 13715 Notre Dame Place, Bryantown, MD 20617. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Donations may be made to the family toward funeral expenses. Arrangements are being handled by Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622.
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Barbara Anne Duvall, 78
Barbara Anne Duvall, 78 of Aquasco, MD passed away at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital on May 26, 2014. She was born on November 11, 1935 in Washington, D.C. to the late Charles T. Unkle and the late Margaret C. (Porter) Unkle. As a devout Catholic, one of Barbara’s greatest joys was being a mentor to her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the choir at St. Mary of the Assumption of Upper Marlboro, MD and the Ft. Washington Community Chorus. Barbara retired as a Deputy Clerk of the Circuit Court. She was an author of a children’s book, and enjoyed drawing, illustrating, painting, and singing at the Kennedy Center during special occasions. In addition to her parents, Barbara was predeceased by her sister, Doris Lameo. Barbara is survived by her children, John M. Duvall (Patricia), Paul T. Duvall (Patty O’Shea), Jennifer A. Beamer (Michael), and Cecilia M. Fox; brother, Charles Unkle; and eight grandchildren. She is also survived by the father of her children, John A. Duvall. Family and friends will be received for Barbara’s Memorial Life Celebration Gathering on Monday, June 2, 2014 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, […]
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Catherine “Cathy” Regina Morgan, 69
Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, June 5, 2014 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD, with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery, Helen, MD. Visitation: The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 5, 2014 from 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
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Mary Edith Brown Hammett, 102
Mary Edith Brown Hammett passed away on June 1, 2014. She was born in Ijamsville, MD, on July 8, 1911, to James Patrick Brown and Ethel Spill Brown. After graduating as a registered nurse from Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburg, PA, in 1933, she worked as a operating room nurse at Casualty Hospital in Washington, D.C., until 1941. In 1938, she married David Hammett in Washington. In 1945, she and her husband returned to St. Mary’s, his birthplace. They lived at Park Hall until his death in 2003. The next year she moved to Cedar Lane Senior Community in Leonardtown. Mrs. Hammett is survived by her children, Suzanne Lawrence and her husband John, of Dameron, Elizabeth Woodard and her husband Sandy, of Drayden, David Hammett, Jr., and his wife Debra Titus, of Laurel, DE, and Thomas Hammett and his wife Marguerite Bonuccelli of Bowie; nine grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her siblings, Ruth Fritz, Julia McGraw, and Jeanne Mortimer, and her granddaughter Kathleen Lawrence. Visitation will be at the Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home in Leonardtown on Wednesday, June 4, 2014, from 5 to 8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will take […]
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Elaine Agnes Johnson Williams, 71
Elaine Agnes Johnson Williams, 71 passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2014 in Newport News, VA. Elaine was born on January 15, 1943 to the late Joseph Frederick Johnson and Julia Elizabeth Edwards Berry. Elaine was educated in the St. Mary’s County Public Schools system at George Washington Carver. She worked as an Advocate for Social Services where she earned her degree in Child Development. She later moved to Newport News where she married her husband of 32 years, James Williams. Elaine was a member of Holy Trinity Church. She enjoyed traveling with her “Special” group of ladies on different casino trips. Elaine loved playing Bingo and spending quality time with her family. Her famous saying to her family was “It may not be what you want, but it sure is what you need”. Preceding her in death was her father, Joseph Frederick Johnson; her brother, John Samuel Somerville; her step-father, John W. Berry Sr.; a special niece, Nicole Johnson; and her brother-in-law, Ernest Toney, Sr. Survivors include her husband of 32 years, James Williams; her mother, Julia Elizabeth Berry; three sons, Darnell Conner, Rodney Conner and Darwin Conner, all of Newport News, VA; two step-sons, Jaques Williams of Tampa, […]
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Donna Kay Pickard, 56
Donna Kay Pickard, 56 of Lexington Park, MD died May 30, 2014, at her residence in Lexington Park. She was born on August 22, 1957, in Oklahoma City, OK, to the late Wade Williams and Dalena Howard Ellis. Donna moved to St. Mary’s County in 2004 from Paradise, CA. She was employed as a manager at Dress Barn in California, MD. She enjoyed many sports, including cheering on Jeff Gordon during NASCAR racing, the Oakland Raiders and The Oakland Athletics. She also enjoyed cooking, fishing, crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, and watching family feud. She was very family oriented, and loved to spend time with her family and friends. She also loved her pet cats, Baby Girl and Precious. Donna is survived by her children, David Ryder of Lexington Park and Sherry Leyba of Lexington Park; her siblings, Cheryl Calabria (Richard) of Great Mills, George Ellis (Karen) of Oroville, CA, Raymond Ellis (Kris) of Stockton, CA, and Debbie Hutchinson of Las Vegas, NV; two grandchildren, Joseph Leyba of Lexington Park and Wesley Ryder of Paradise, CA; and her companion, John Lynch of Lexington Park. She is preceded in death by her parents. Family will receive friends on Saturday, June 7, 2014 from […]
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Richard Clyde “Dick” Shoemaker, 74
Richard Clyde “Dick” Shoemaker, 74 of Leonardtown, MD passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 2, 2014 at his residence. Born on January 1, 1940, in Lancaster, PA, he was the loving son of the late Lillian Hazel Shank and Clyde Frank Shoemaker. Dick was the loving husband of Grace Marie Shoemaker. He was preceded in death by his first wife Ellen J. Abell Shoemaker. Dick is survived by his children: Frank Richard Shoemaker, (Kim) of Magnolia, TX, Erin Kathleen Shoemaker and Cary Colleen Shoemaker both of Leonardtown, Kimberly Jo Guy (Brian) of Clements, nine grandchildren: Cameron, Frank, Jr., James, Johnna Shoemaker, Nick, Preston and Grant Gass, Ashley Jo and Austin Guy. Dick enlisted in the United State Navy on January 16, 1959, during his service to our county he served for 3 and ½ tours in Vietnam from March 1969 to June 1972. He also served aboard the U.S.S. Nimitz for one tour for Fleet Air Reserve Unit VQ1 for VAW116; and he earned an enormous amount of awards while in service for his heroism, and dedication to the United States Navy. To name a few: Air Medal for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight or […]
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William Victor “Vic” Adams, III, 57
William Victor “Vic” Adams, III, 57 of St. Mary’s City, MD passed away on May 31, 2014 at his residence with close family at his side. Vic was born October 30, 1956 in Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Norfolk, VA to the late William Victor Adams, Jr. and Barbara Adams of St. Mary’s City. Vic graduated from First Colonial High School in Virginia Beach in 1974. After doing some traveling on his own, he returned to St. Mary’s County. In 1982 he began working at Sailing Specialties Inc. (SSI) as a Production Manager and then OEM Sales, until early 2014. Vic was a devoted son, husband, and father, with a huge heart and unending loyalty for friends and loved ones. His hobbies included traveling, boating, skiing, cooking, and NASCAR racing. He also loved music, especially Blue Grass and did some pickin of his own on the banjo. He also enjoyed volunteering at Historic St. Mary’s City. In addition to his loving wife, JoAnne Adams and mother, Barbara Adams, Vic is also survived by his children, Abigail Adams and Samuel Adams; his step-son, Rick Royce; sisters, Suzanne Szollosy and Melinda McClure; granddaughter, Morgan Adams; two nephews and one niece. He is preceded in death […]
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Ethelyn Naomi King, 90
Ethelyn Naomi King, 90 of Hollywood, MD passed on June 3, 2014 at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD. She was born in Warsaw, VA on February 18, 1924. She was the daughter the late Abslom Walter Tallent and the late Josie Blanch Tallent. Ethelyn was a member of the American Legion. In addition to her parents, Ethelyn was predeceased by her husband, Harry M. King, three brothers and her sisters. Ethelyn is survived by her son, Ronnie King, daughter, Chris Hester, four grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends for Ethelyn’s Celebration of Life on Saturday, June 7, 2014 from 1 to 3 PM at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622.
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Nancy Jane Mountain, 59
Nancy Jane Mountain, 59 of Waldorf, MD passed on June 2, 2014 at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. She was born in Quantico, VA on July 3, 1954. She was the daughter of Robert E. Blevins and Jean Carnwell Blevins. Nancy was a business owner since 1990 mentoring and helping children. She enjoyed Bible Study, volunteering, organizing a support group and writing. Nancy is survived by beloved husband of 22 years, Steven D. Mountain, parents, Robert E. Blevins and Jean Carnwell Blevins, mother-in-law, Sandra May Mountain, son, Robert Colin Bearden (Hannah Simpson), daughter, Katherine Alaine Simms, God-daughter, Evelyn Crusat, brothers, Robert Edward Blevins, Jr. (Dawn), William Blevins (Sue), sisters, Jean Ann Schappet, Catherine Wenger, grandchildren, Patrick Colin Beardon, Logan Tyler Beardon, Katelyn Marie Sloan, Megan Marie Bearden, Gabriel Denee Simms, Raeanna Renee Simms, Kara Lenee Simms, and many other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends for Nancy’s Memorial Gathering on Saturday, June 21, 2014 from 3 to 6 PM at Calvary Chapel at Middleton Hall, 4045 Renner Road, Waldorf, MD 20602. A Memorial Service will be at 5:00 PM, with Pastor Paul Goodwin officiating. Memorial Contributions may be made to a Charity of Your Choice.
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Helen Rosalie Wallace, 97
Services: A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery, Hollywood, MD. Visitation: The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
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Rose Marie “Peewee” (Herbert) Day, 55
Rose Marie Day, 55 of Mechanicsville, MD, entered into eternal rest on June 3, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. Family will unite with relatives and friends on Friday, June 13, 2014 for visitation at 9:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 29119 Point Lookout Road, Morganza, MD. Interment to follow at Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
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Timothy “Timmy” Ray Hicks, 55
Timothy “Timmy” Ray Hicks, 55 of Hollywood, MD, passed away on June 5, 2014 in Lexington Park, MD. Born on November 2, 1958, in Leonardtown, MD, he was the loving son of the late Mary Evelyn Hicks and Elmo Jack Hicks. Timmy is survived by his daughter Christina Thompson of Oakville, MD, special friend of 30 years Earleen Hicks (Snyder), six grandchildren: Thomas Bowen, Austin Bowen, Shawn Thompson, Jr., Myressa Thompson, and Alex Thompson. Siblings; Thomas Hick of St. Leonard, MD, Ronald Hicks, of Baltimore, MD, Jack Lee Hicks of Callaway, MD, and Robin Poe of Mechanicsville, MD. He was preceded in death by his grandchild Madison Thompson, and brothers; Joe Hicks, Ricky Hicks, and John Hicks. Timmy was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD and was a Truck driver. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2014 at 10:00 AM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Father Ray Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be: Thomas Hicks, Ronald […]
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