Arlene Candela Cullins, 79 of Clements, MD died January 29, 2014 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born November 27, 1934 in Brooklyn, NY she was the daughter of the late Dr. Pompeo Benjamin Candela and Gwendolen “Cormack” Candela. Arlene was voted St. Mary’s County Fair Queen of Tolerance in 1951 and graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in 1952. On October 24, 1953, she married her husband of 60 years, William Russell “Russ” Cullins, Jr. Arlene spent her life volunteering and helping others. She was always happy to help anyone in their time of need. She was a volunteer at Birthright/CareNet of Southern Maryland and the St. Mary’s County Right to Life for thirty years. She was a 4-H All Star Leader for forty five years and participated as a judge at the St. Mary’s County Fair. She was a member of the St. Mary’s County Literacy Council and tutored at the local jail and in the community. Arlene also volunteered at St. Mary’s Hospital for ten years. Arlene had a very strong faith and devoted her life to her family and the Catholic Church. She enjoyed attending daily Mass and participating in church prayer groups. For twenty five […]
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