Laurie Katheryn Sanchez, 35, of La Plata, MD passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2017 at University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center. Laurie was born in Silver Spring, Maryland and grew up in La Plata, Maryland. She attended Archbishop Neale Elementary School and St. Mary’s Ryken High School. She had a bachelor’s degree...
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Jerry G. Benzing, 74 of Waldorf, Md passed on September 17th, 2017. Jerry was born on December 18th 1942 in Germany to the late Rosa Hill who passed at the age of 103 April 9th, 2016. Jerry is survived by his loving wife Sue Benzing of 26 years. His daughters Diane Benzing Williams, Jenny...
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Mary Janet Weiss, 93, of Prince Frederick, MD passed away September 17, 2017 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born January 3, 1924 in St. Clair, PA to Raymond and Mary (Devine) Rubright. She married Joseph Peter Weiss in 1956 in St. Clair and the couple moved to College Park, MD. Mary...
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Jeanne R. Kahler died September 18, 2017 in Washington, DC. She was born on April 22, 1931 in Germantown PA (outside of Philadelphia, PA). Jeanne was the daughter of the late Elton D. Grafly and the late Elizabeth W. (Grafly) Decker from Glenside and Pottstown, PA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...
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Richard Lewis Taylor, son of the late Earl Taylor and Cassie Jackson, was born on June 18, 1937 in Newton, Kansas. He spent a majority of his life in Los Angeles, California but lived in many places, such as Utah and Virginia, until he settled in Maryland. Richard attended Kansas Public Schools and upon...
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Darlene Teresa Morris, 67 of Leonardtown, MD passed away on September 16, 2017 at her residence. Born July 17, 1950 in Leonardtown, MD, she was the daughter of the late Mary Elizabeth Cheseldine Farrell and Sylvester Aloysius Farrell. Darlene was the loving wife of Charles Linberg Morris, Jr., whom she married on December 20,...
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James “Bert” Bertram Bean, 63 of Great Mills, MD passed away on September 17, 2017 in Callaway, MD. Born December 18, 1953 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late Henrietta M. Johnson Bean and William Benjamin Bean. Bert is survived by his daughter, Paula Bean Beetler of Fruitland, MD, Fiancé Judy...
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Ruby Mary Goddard, of Piney Point, MD, born May 10, 1912 passed away on Monday, September 18, 2017 Remarkably, at age 105, there were six living generations. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph B. (Joe) Goddard, daughter’s Mary Jean Robrecht and Patricia Uncle. She is survived by sons Joseph E. (Tom)...
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Charles Warren Gardiner, 92, of Hughesville, MD, passed away surrounded by his family at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, MD on September 20, 2017. He was born in Aquasco, MD on November 30, 1924, the son of the late Francis Archie Gardiner and the late Ella Mae Greenwell Gardiner. On August 26, 1950, Charles...
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Craig Alexander Hoover, 56, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2017 at his residence. Born on September 7, 1961 in Olney, MD. He was the son of John and Peggy Hoover of Charlotte Hall, MD. Craig moved to Southern Maryland at the age of 4 and remained a resident of Northern...
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James Tracy “Jim” Farr, 67, of Leonardtown, MD (formerly of Colorado Springs, CO), passed away September 18, 2017 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD. He was born April 4, 1950 in Tyler, TX to the late Anson Gerald “A.G.” Farr and Juanita Jane Patrick. On September 5, 1970, Jim married his...
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Sheila Marie Hardesty, 54, of Leonardtown, MD passed away September 17, 2017 in a tragic car accident. Sheila was born in Leonardtown, MD on November 10, 1962 to Nellie Jo’An Sexton Burch of Hughesville, MD and the late Marshall Lee Richardson Sr. She was a mother, grandmother, sister, wife and true friend to many....
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Phyllis Lenora Bradford, 66 of Lexington Park, MD, passed away on September 19, 2017. Family and friends will unite on Thursday, September 28, 2017 for visitation at 10 am until time of service at 11 am at First Missionary Baptist Church, 46370 Pegg Ln, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial...
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Georgia Chavis departed this earthly life on Friday, September 15, 2017. Family and friends will unite on Thursday, September 28, 2017 from 10:30 am until time of service 11:30 am at Evangel Cathedral, 13901 Central Ave, Upper Marlboro, MD. Interment immediately following at MD Veteran Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD.
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Peacefully on Saturday, September 16, 2017, Gloria Jean McColl departed this earthly life in Washington, DC. Family and friends will unite on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 from 11:00 am until time of service at 12 noon at First Baptist Church of Glenarden, 3600 Brightseat Road, Landover, MD 20785. Interment will follow at MD Veterans...
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Mary Edna Miles, 85, of Hollywood, MD, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, September 17, 2017. Family and friends will unite for visitation at 10:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am on Saturday, September 23, 2017 at St. John’s Catholic Church, 43950 St. John’s Rd., Hollywood, MD. Interment immediately following at...
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James Ronald Mister, Sr., “Jimmy”, 75, of Lusby, Maryland passed away on September 17, 2017 in Anne Arundel Medical Center. He was born on May 6, 1942 in Prince Frederick , MD to the late Norman Reis and Margaret Horsmon Mister. Jimmy worked for the State and County Roads, retiring after 43 years. He...
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Forty leading scientists and engineers were inducted into the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Fellows program as new associate fellows during Sept. 14 ceremonies here and in Point Mugu, California.. Established in 2000, the Fellows Program has recognized 473 NAVAIR engineers and scientists for their significant technical contributions to naval aviation, while also encouraging...
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The Maryland Department of Health has presumptively identified the influenza virus strain H3N2v (variant flu) in seven Maryland residents who had close contact with pigs at the Charles County Fair. None of the infected individuals has developed serious illness or been hospitalized. Influenza is an infection caused by the influenza virus which can affect...
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The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has recently received multiple complaints involving a check fraud scam. In this scam, a potential victim will receive, what appears to be, a legitimate bank check in the MAIL; typically by 2 day or 3 day US Priority Mail service. Instructions will accompany the check directing victims to...
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The Maryland Department of Health, Maryland Department of Agriculture, and the health departments in Charles County and St. Mary’s County are investigating five cases of influenza in pigs recently exhibited at the Charles County Fair. Preliminary tests show that the pigs are infected with influenza A, but it is not yet known if this...
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The Maryland State Police La Plata Barrack, in partnership with University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center, La Plata Town Police, Charles County Rescue Squad 51, Walmart and Maryland Kids in Safety Seats (KISS), are conducting a free child safety seat check from 9 a.m. to noon on Sept. 23 at the Walmart in...
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The Maryland State Police K-9 Unit welcomes Skye to the team to help keep Maryland safe. Skye is a three year old Springer Spaniel who is a certified cadaver dog. Skye is currently one of only three law enforcement human remains detection dogs in Maryland and is the first cadaver dog to work for...
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Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD), one of Southern Maryland’s longest running festivals, celebrates its 40th year on October 7 and 8 at the Calvert Marine Museum. All members of the family can enjoy the fun from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Museum admission is free. The arts and craft show with over twenty five...
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Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) will celebrate the success of the school breakfast program next month by offering students free meals to start their school day. Beginning Oct. 2 and ending Oct. 27, all CCPS students will get a jump-start to the day with a free healthy breakfast. Items will include milk, cereal, juice...
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