Audrey Dorman Keene, 89 of Mechanicsville, MD passed away peacefully February 5, 2015 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s surrounded by her loving family. Born October 16, 1925 in Coats, NC. She was the daughter of the late Robert E. Dorman and the late Ester G. Lucas. Audrey enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and hosting family gatherings at her home she shared with her daughter Debbie. She spent many years sewing beautiful quilts, making baskets & pottery, as well as cooking. When she was able, she loved to garden and enjoyed watching birds from her decks and windows. Her most recent pastime was completing hundreds of word searches, which kept her mind sharp. Prior to her retirement, she worked for Arlington County Health Department in Virginia for 25 years. She recently moved to Southern Maryland in 1998 to live near family. In addition to her parents, Audrey was predeceased by her husband Walter M. Keene, her son, W. Michael Keene, III, as well as her six brothers and sisters. Audrey is survived by her daughter, Debbie Ferguson, two grandchildren- Holly Fleshman (husband Nicholas Fleshman) and Katherine Hatcher (husband Patrick Hatcher), 2 great grandchildren (Justin and Jayden […]
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Mary Virginia Severt Yearick
Mary Virginia Severt Yearick, of Great Mills, MD died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday Feb 3, 2015 after an extended illness at Chesapeake Shores Nursing Center in Lexington Park. MD. Mary was born on March 5, 1928 in Ashe County, NC to the late Vennie Miller Severt and James Sherman Severt. In 1958 Mary married James Yearick who was also from Ashe County but had moved to St. Mary’s County years before in search of employment at what was then “the new “Patuxent River Naval Air Station. Together, they were married twenty seven years until James died in 1985. In Ashe County, Mary helped her family develop their cattle farm and worked at the Farmers’ Cooperative Exchange (FCX) store. When she came to Maryland she was employed briefly at the Supply Department on the Naval Base. Mary’s major career was at St. Mary’s College of Maryland where she worked in the accounting department until her retirement in 1992. Mary was a wonderful gardener and grew vegetables for her family and friends. She loved cooking southern style dinners and always made more than everyone could eat. Mary believed in education and started a scholarship fund to send children from […]
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Alma “Lois” Joyce (Giacobbe), 76
Alma “Lois” Joyce (Giacobbe), 76 of Prince Frederick, MD, formerly of Silver Spring, MD, passed away peacefully February 4, 2015. Born in Philadelphia, PA, on March 7, 1938, she was the beloved daughter of Charles Giacobbe and Maryanne Giacobbe (Gorska). She was married to Martin P. Joyce, Jr. on October 22, 1960 in Philadelphia, PA. Lois retired from the Calvert County Public School System as a library aide. She was an avid reader, devoted dog owner and loving “Grandmom”, mother, wife, daughter, sister, cousin and friend. She will be dearly missed by all those who had the privilege to know her. Predeceased by her parents and sister, Adaline Gallager, Lois is survived by her husband of 54 years, Martin P. Joyce, Jr.; her son, Andy M. Joyce and his wife Alana M. Joyce of Kensington, MD. She was the adored grandmother to seven grandchildren – Trevor, Kelsey, Audrey, Ethan, Aidan, Joey and Gemma. The family will receive friends this Wednesday, February 11, 2015 from 6:00 – 8:00p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00p.m. at Brinsfield Echols Funeral Home, 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 12, 2015 at 11:00 […]
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Margaret Colleen Hurley, 74
Margaret Colleen Hurley, 74 of Mechanicsville, MD passed away February 7, 2015 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 25, 1940, in Bristol, VA, she is the daughter of the late George Roosevelt Blair and Edith Daisy Eugenia Terry. On October 18, 1957, Margaret married her beloved husband, Leon Scott Hurley. Together they celebrated 57 wonderful years of marriage. She was an active past member of First Baptist Church of LaPlata and Leonardtown Baptist Church. She served as nursery coordinator in both churches and also volunteered at bible school. She was an excellent cook. Her greatest love was for her family, with whom she loved to spend her time. In addition to her husband, she is also survived by her children, Michael Shawn Hurley (Dorothy) of Mechanicsville, MD, Tabitha Dawn Krauel (Robert) of LaPlata, MD, and John Shannon Hurley (Donna) of Hollywood, MD; her brothers, Robert Lee Blair, George Terry Blair, and Marvin Steele Blair; 15 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Charles Frederick Blair and Lynn Erwin Blair and her sisters, Shirley Mae Gatterdam and Katherine Ann Stavrakas. Family will receive friends for Margaret’s […]
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Victor Emanuel Bieber, Jr., 91
Victor Emanuel Bieber, Jr., 91 of Drayden, MD, passed away February 5, 2015 at Solomons Nursing Center, Solomons, MD. Born on July 29, 1923, in Washington, D.C., he is the son of the late Victor Emil Bieber and Madeleine Catloth. Victor earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Maryland and a Master’s in Applied Physics from Harvard University. On May 26, 1945, he married his beloved wife, Elizabeth Denham, in Washington, D.C. Together they celebrated over 69 wonderful years of marriage. He was employed by the U.S. Federal Government/Dept of the Navy/NAVAIR as an Aeronautical Engineer with 33 years of dedicated service before his retirement in 1979. He was an avid reader, and enjoyed fishing, boating, and camping. He and his wife enjoyed traveling around the world. He was a talented handyman, and built his first house in Chevy Chase, MD and a cottage at White Sands, MD. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Meredith Dunnigan (John) of Monrovia, MD, Elizabeth Wade (Dennis) of Adamstown, MD and Deborah Lewis (Richard) of Drayden, MD; his grandchildren, George Dunnigan (Robin), Deborah Lynn Close (Joseph), Samantha Lewis, and Cassandra Lewis; and his great grandchildren, Jacqueline Dunnigan, […]
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LTJG Casey Alexander Czarzasty, USN, 26
LTJG Casey Alexander Czarzasty, USN, 26 of Virginia Beach, VA passed away February 2, 2015 in Chicago, IL. Born on May 26, 1988, in Norfolk, VA, he is the son of Captain Mark Walter Czarzasty, USN (Ret) and Linda Marie Czarzasty (step-mother) of Great Mills, MD and the late Amy Marie Siddall Czarzasty. Casey attended St. Gregory the Great Catholic School in Virginia Beach, VA and St. Michael’s Catholic School in Ridge, MD. He is a 2006 graduate of St. Mary’s Ryken High School in Leonardtown, MD. In 2007 he graduated from The Peddie School and in 2011 he graduated from the United States Naval Academy. Casey was stationed at Commander, Surface Forces Atlantic (SURFLANT), Norfolk, VA. Casey was an avid sports fan, and especially loved to watch his Philadelphia Eagles. In high school he played on the basketball, lacrosse, and track teams. His hobbies included sports, karaoke, and vacationing with his family at Long Beach Island (LBI), NJ. His greatest love was for his family; Casey especially loved spending time with his twin sister, cousins, niece, and nephews. Casey is also survived by his siblings, LT Devon Rae Czarzasty, RN, USN of Camp Pendleton, CA, Shannon Berry (step-sister) and her […]
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Robert Allan Williams, Sr.
Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, February 13, 2015 at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will be private. Visitation: The family will receive friends on Friday, February 13, 2015 from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD.
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Agnes Martha Stewart
Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, February 13, 2015 at 12:00 PM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Father Ray Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation: The family will receive friends on Friday, February 13, 2015 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD.
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Catherine Ann Stone
Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2015 at 10:00 Am in Holy Face Catholic Church, Great Mills, MD with Father Jerry Gamrot officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation: The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 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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Gloria Ann (Thomas) Robinson, 72
Gloria Ann (Thomas) Robinson, 72 of Callaway, MD, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2015. Family will unite with friends on Saturday, February 14, 2015 for visitation at 9:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at St. George’s Catholic Church, 19199 St. George’s Church Road, Valley Lee, MD 20692. Interment to follow at Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
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Dorothy Lillian “Dot” Simms, 86
Dorothy Lillian “Dot” Simms, 86 of Ridge, MD passed away February 8, 2015 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 16, 1929, in Ednor, MD, she is the daughter of the late Clifford Raymond Allen, Sr. and Helen Augusta Henton. On March 1, 1950, Dot married her beloved husband, Charles Hall Simms, at Moffett Field, CA. They celebrated 64 wonderful years of marriage together. She spent many years supporting her husband and family as they travelled with the Navy. She was a dedicated teacher at St. John Regis Catholic School, Father Andrew White Catholic School and St. Michael’s Catholic School for 30 years until her retirement in 1979. She enjoyed baking, in which she produced beautiful, professionally decorated cakes. In retirement, she enjoyed an Alaskan cruise with her husband. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, St. Michael’s Catholic Church, the Ladies of Charity, and the Red Hat Society. In addition to her husband, she is also survived by her son, Charles Glen Simms (Cynthia) of Dunkirk, MD; her siblings, Alice Marie Allen Houser of Leonardtown, MD, Walter Elliott Allen of California, MD, and Robert Ethan Allen (Mary) of Beltsville, MD; 8 grandchildren, […]
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Justine Margaret Seyfried, 93
Justine Margaret Seyfried, 93, of Fredericksburg, VA, formerly of Mechanicsville, MD passed away peacefully February 8, 2015 at Heartfields Assisted Living in Fredericksburg, VA. She was born July 31, 1921 in New York City, NY. She was the daughter of the late Emil Williams and the late Emma Burke Page. Justine enjoyed ceramics, sewing, and crafts. She helped to get the Northern Senior Center in Charlotte Hall, MD going. In addition to her parents, Justine was predeceased by her husband Andrew Seyfried. Justine is survived by her sons, Edward Seyfried and Malcolm Decker, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends for Justine’s Visitation on Friday, February 13, 2015 from 2-7 pm at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. Funeral Service will begin at 5 pm with Deacon Bill Kyte officiating.
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George Demetrios Makrakis, 78
George Demetrios Makrakis, 78 of Lexington Park, MD, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD. Born on April 1, 1936, in Piraeus, Greece, he is the son of the late Demetrios Makrakis and Elenie Karides. George was a 1960 graduate of Auburn University in Auburn, AL. He was employed by the U.S. Department of Defense as an electrical engineer for over thirty years of dedicated services until his retirement in 2001. In June 1962, he married his beloved wife, Wanda Bowling Makrakis in Maryville, TN. Together they celebrated 52 wonderful years of marriage together. His hobbies included home projects, electronic design work, fishing, gardening, celebrating birthdays and holidays with family. He also enjoyed dabbling in the stock market, watching soccer and cheering on the Washington Redskins. He enjoyed visiting his family in Greece. However, his greatest love was for his family, he especially loved spending time with his grandsons. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by his children, James Makrakis of Lexington Park, MD and Gregory Makrakis (Wendy) of Leonardtown, MD; his sister, Poppi Aggelaki of Piraeus, Greece; and his grandsons, Nicholas Makrakis and Christopher Makrakis of Leonardtown, MD. In […]
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Michael Allan Meads, II
Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 10:00 AM in Holy Face Catholic Church, Great Mills, MD with Father Jerry Gamrot officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation: The family will receive friends on Friday, February 13, 2015 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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D. Shirley Mason, 89
D. Shirley Mason, 89 of Solomons, MD passed away on February 5, 2015 at Solomons Nursing Center. Born January 1, 1926 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Walter Lee Mason, Sr. and Rosa Dahlia Butler Mason. Shirley graduated from McKinley High School in 1945. She served in the United States Navy from 1951 until 1956. She was an insurance agent and also worked for the Department of Energy. Shirley enjoyed crafts, boating, and bingo and was a member of the American Legion Post #274, Lusby, MD. Shirley is survived by her nieces, Diane Mason of SC, Sandra Hachem of WV, and Rosa Rivera of VA, nephew, Owen Mason, Jr. of FL, and her devoted friend Caroline C. Clarke of California, MD. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Walter L. Mason, Jr., Owen Deshield Mason and Phyllis Mae Mason. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD 20657. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Inurnment will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suitland, MD at 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Calvert Animal Welfare […]
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Robert “Bob” George Isenberg, 50
Robert “Bob” George Isenberg, 50 of Augusta, WV and formerly of Southern Maryland passed away on February 11, 2015 at Hampshire Memorial Hospital in Romney, WV. He was born on February 22, 1964 to the late William R. Isenberg, Sr. and the late Mary K. (Koenig) Isenberg. Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also loved to take camping trips with his wife, Betty and his two dogs. Bob and Betty had been together for 26 years and married for 13 years October 25, 2001. Bob was currently working as a small engine mechanic at Mill Creek Saw Shop in West Virginia. In addition to his parents, Bob was predeceased by a granddaughter, Kimberly A. Kurtz and a great granddaughter, Brandy R. Spalding. Bob is survived by his wife, Betty V. Isenberg; daughters, Donna K. Gatton (Jack), Karen M. Carroll, Tammy L. Dean and Jenny M. Buckler; brothers, William R. Isenberg, Jr. (Donna), Carl N. Isenberg (Sherry) and Lloyd H. Isenberg; sisters, Barbara K. Kitchens (William), Carrie L. Amaker (Anthony) and Arlene L. Isenberg; 13 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren, plus one on the way; a very special uncle, Donald Jack Isenberg; and friends & […]
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Martha “Marti” Dargan Quigley 74
Martha “Marti” Dargan Quigley 74 of LaPlata, MD. died on February 11, 2015 at the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 18, 1940 in Washington, DC to the late Thomas and Martha Dargan. She is also predeceased by her husband Burton “Bud” Quigley. She is survived by her uncle Gerald Wittenauer, Sr., cousins Mary Lee Maker and her son Daniel, Gerald Whittenhauer, Jr. and his wife Ann, Dianne Anderson and her husband Bobby, Danny Ellis and his wife Pam. Marti grew up in Hillcrest Heights and graduated from Suitland High School. She gave many years of service to the Federal Government retiring from the National Archives. She was a long time resident of LaPlata, loved her dogs and decorating her yard with beautiful plants and flowers. She was also an avid Redskins fan and an animal advocate. She will be missed by all. Friends and family will be received on Thursday February 19th from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at the Arehart-Echols Funeral Home, LaPlata, MD. were a funeral service will be held on Friday February 20th at 10 AM. Interment to follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. In Lieu of […]
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Sally Ann Freeman, 71
Sally Ann Freeman, 71 of Great Mills, MD passed away February 14, 2015 at her residence. Born on November 13, 1943, in Towanda, PA, she is the daughter of the late Dewitt Eugene Stibgen and Margaret Gregg. Sally grew up in Pennsylvania. On November 27, 1987, she married her beloved husband, Troy W. Freeman, Sr. who preceded her in death in 2001. She was a loving nurse for over 20 years at St. Mary’s Hospital. She was a wonderful mother and wife and the greatest Grandma ever. She loved to cook, bake and to do crafts. She enjoyed plants and flowers especially sunflowers. You could always count on her to sing and play the piano. Her greatest love was her family whom she loved very much. She is survived by her children and step children: Susanne Waltemyer (Ron) of Waldorf, MD, Michael Jaskiewicz (Christine) of Berkley Springs, WV, Matthew Jaskiewicz, Jr. (Alisa) of Costa Mesa, CA, Steven Freeman of Mechanicsville, MD, Troy Freeman, Jr. of Ridge, MD and Melissa Davis (David) of Great Mills, MD; her siblings, Margaret Dymond of Columbia, MD and Howard Stibgen of Wyoming, PA; 4 grandchildren; 13 step-grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. Family will receive friends for […]
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Thomas Lee Click “Tommy” 61
Thomas Lee Click “Tommy” 61 died on February 12, 2015 at the Hospice House of Charles County. Tommy was born on December 27, 1953 in Kensington, MD to the late Meryl Click and the late Mavis (Jackson) Click. He is preceded in death by his brother, Stevie Click. Tommy is survived by his wife, Dorothy Click; son, Anthony McKenzie; daughters, Holly Huseman and Tammy Click; brother, Billy Click; sisters, Ann Shelton, Vicky Dawson and Amber Mason; and six grandchildren. Tommy worked in parts and sales at Harley Davidson in Hughesville, MD. He liked to fish, hike, and go camping in his spare time. He was a proud member of the NRA, liked motorcycles and loved the Washington Redskins Hogs. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He will be missed by many. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at the St. Catherine’s Catholic Church, 7865 Port Tobacco Road, Port Tobacco, MD 20677 from 10:30 AM until Mass time at 11 AM. Father Bob Kosty will be officiating. Interment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice House of Charles County.
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Susan “Soozie” Ann Walker Musselman, 51
Susan “Soozie” Ann Walker Musselman, 51 of Waldorf, MD passed away on February 12, 2015 at Bay Ridge Health Care Center in Annapolis, MD. She was born on November 15, 1963 in Washington, DC to the late Chilton Thomas Walker and the late Norma Jean (Shepard) Walker. In her younger years, Soozie enjoyed water sports. She also liked swimming, knitting and watching her soap operas on TV. Soozie was a Christian lady and loved collecting things. Soozie worked as an administrative assistant for Clinton Fence. Soozie is survived by her son, Graig Musselman; brother, Danny Walker (Beth); Sister, Bonnie Walker; nieces, Lacey, Courtney and Ashley; and nephews, Domonick and Dalton. Family and friends will be received to celebrate Soozie’s life on Saturday, February 21, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Brinsfield-Echols Funeral Home, P.A., 30195 Three Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. A Service will begin on Saturday at 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be private, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to assist the family with funeral expenses at: www.gofundme.comJ775MK. Condolences may be made to the family at: www.brinsfieldecholsfuneral.com.
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