David Ross “Slab” Raley, 68 of Lexington Park, MD left his earthly home to be with Heavenly Father on June 4, 2025. Born in Leonardtown, MD on November 16, 1956 he was the son of the late Frances Florine Raley and Burton Benedict Raley. David graduated from Great Mills High School in 1974 and...
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Donna Marie Frischholz, 74, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. On August 30, 1950, Donna was born in Washington, DC to Gibson and Helen Hicks. On September 20, 1969, Donna married the love of her life, Dennis Frischholz. The two were blessed with three children: Dawn...
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Joan Himes passed away at her home on June 10, 2025, at the age of 62. Joan was adored by parents Virginia (Miller) Himes and the late Donald Himes. Joan attended Green Holly School and then The Center for Life Enrichment. These learning centers prepared her for her many jobs, including Dora’s Florist, Nicolletti’s,...
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Robert Kenneth Wolf (Ken) departed this life on June 9, 2025 at his home in Leonardtown, Maryland after a brief illness. He was 58. Born in Baltimore, Maryland on February 19, 1967 to Joe and Rose (Beutgen) Wolf, he grew up in Howard County, Maryland. He is survived by his wife Cathy (Bowes), his...
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Mark Edward Thomason, 72, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on June 1, 2025, at home with his wife, Theresa. On May 8, 1953, Mark was born in Iowa to parents Ralph and Charlene Thomason. He spent most of his early years on the farm, where he began his dream of having a small farm...
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Claude “Broadway” Eugene Neal, 78, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on June 6, 2025. On March 19, 1947, Claude was born in Saltville, VA, to Claude and Minerva Neal. Claude served as a dump truck driver for Owen O’Hare Trucking, finding joy in his time spent on the open roads. His unwavering dedication to...
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Paul Steven Webster, affectionately known as “Paupau” passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, in Bel Alton, Maryland at the age of 74. Born on June 21, 1950 in Washington D.C. He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, son, and best friend. He is survived by his siblings, Katherine Carroll(Webster),(brother in law...
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It is with deep sadness that I, and my daughters, announce the death of our beloved “Salty” Joyner on November 8th, 2024 at our home in Solomons, MD. At her time of passing, she was under the comfortable care of family and Hospice of the Chesapeake. Several weeks prior to her death I asked...
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On May 30, 2025, Barry Edward Richardson, 78, passed away. Barry was born on September 13, 1946, in Washington, DC, to Lawrence and Florence Richardson. Barry proudly served in the United States Army for two years and was honorably discharged in 1968. Following his time in the Army, he worked for many years at...
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Francis Leonard Lengel, age 93, of California, Maryland passed away on May 26th, 2025. Born on August 11, 1931 in Donora, Pennsylvania. He served in the Navy and worked at Patuxent River Naval Air Station as an Air Traffic Controller before retiring. He was respected by his co-workers and friends. He enjoyed playing softball...
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Robert Earl DeVelbis, 70, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on May 29, 2025. On February 13, 1955, Robert was born in Guam to Earl and Icey DeVelbis. After graduation, he landed his first job as a Mechanic for Fred Frye rebuilding transmissions. After marrying Ruth in January of 1979, he was a Welder for...
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Michael Thomas Bell, 55, of Leonardtown, MD, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital with his loving family at his side. Born on February 7, 1970 at Marine Corps Base, Quantico Virginia, he is the second born son to Anne Bailey (Drury) Bell and Joseph Ernest Bell, II of Leonardtown,...
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Cynthia Ann Smith Frey, daughter of Frederick F. and Shirley E. (Talbert) Smith Jr. was born April 9, 1951 in Baltimore, MD. She graduated from Hereford High School class of 1969 and continued her education with college and career-oriented classes. On December 19, 1970, Cynthia was united in marriage to Tom Alfred Frey. To...
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Sue Ann Yingling, 81, of California, MD (formerly of Leonardtown, MD) passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Hospice House of St. Mary’s with her loving family at her side. Born November 3, 1943, in Frederick County, MD, she was the daughter of the late Frank C. Cover Jr. and Frances Cover (nee:...
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Richard Timothy Beuchert, 64, of Hughesville, MD passed away May 15, 2025. Richard was born December 29, 1960, in Washington DC. Richard graduated from St. Mary’s Ryken in 1978, then went on to earn his associate’s degree from Charles County Community College. He began his career in the food industry, working at Perkins and...
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David Tye, beloved husband, artist, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home in California, Maryland, on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He is survived by his loving husband, Jason Butler Tye, who was his partner in life and creativity. David was preceded in death by his mother, Carol Sue Bray, and his father, David...
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Mary Lynn Whetstine, beloved mother, devoted friend, and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025. She was born on June 20, 1946, in Washington, D.C., to Joseph and Madeline Morningstar and was their only child. A proud graduate with a bachelor’s degree, Mary Lynn built a successful career as a Certified...
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Donald Swanson, Jr, 87, of Mechanicsville, MD, suddenly passed away on May 19, 2025. On January 21, 1938, Donald was born in Upper Marlboro, MD, to Donald and Ora Swanson. For most of his life, Donald worked as an electrician. His dedication to his craft was evident in the countless homes and businesses he...
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William Robert Beardslee, known to family and friends as Bill, passed away peacefully at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD, on May 10, 2025 from an overdose of Breezeline’s smooth jazz cable channel. He was 81 years old. Born on February 18, 1944, in Washington, D.C., Bill was the son of Flossie...
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Harold Richard Starr, 68, of Drayden, MD passed away suddenly on May 10, 2025 in Callaway, MD. Born June 2, 1956, in Harrisburg, PA to the late Paul Spencer Starr, Sr. and Revena Jane (nee: Bamberger) Starr. Harold moved to St. Mary’s County with his parents at the age of 14 and is a...
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Richard Brian Mervine, 78, of California, MD passed away May 6, 2025, with his loving family at his side.He was born on November 27, 1946, in Baltimore, MD to the late Clare Richard Mervine and Claire Louise (nee: Shipley) Mervine. Richard was raised in Baltimore County, MD and is a 1964 graduate of Woodlawn...
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David “Dave” Patrick Farrell, 56 of Hollywood, MD passed away at his home unexpectedly on May 7, 2025. David was born on June 17,1968 in Leonardtown, Maryland. He is the son of Thomas (Bosie) and Milly Farrell of Leonardtown, MD and the late Patricia Proffitt. He grew up in St. Mary’s County and graduated...
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Edward Johannes Prince of Mechanicsville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on February 24, 1950, to the late Henry Albert Prince and Elizabeth Ford Prince (née Durham), Eddie was a lifelong Marylander whose strong work ethic, love for the outdoors, and dedication to his family and...
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Edith “Edie” Florence Sterling Turner, 92, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on May 13, 2025. She was born on June 11, 1932, in Flemington, WV. Edie was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Anna Sterling, husband Philip Turner, grandson Adam Turner, brother Jack Sterling, son-in-law JC Shade, and son Richard Turner. She is survived...
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Matthew Joseph Lamb, of Leonardtown, Maryland, passed away in Callaway, Maryland on May 9, 2025. Born on November 1, 1943 in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Joseph Matthew Lamb and Mary Catherine (nee: Schneider) Lamb. Matthew was a graduate of Villanova University and was an Engineer for the U.S. Navy....
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