Jane Marie Farrell, 65, of Hollywood, MD, passed away on April 10, 2026, after her courageous 3-year battle with colon cancer at her home surrounded by her family. Born June 6, 1960, at Andrews Air Force Base, MD, she was the daughter of Edward Thomas and Barbara Dean Flaherty. Jane grew up in Silver...
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John Luther Shaffer Jr, 68, of Mechanicsville, MD died April 19, 2026. John was raised in Prince George’s County, MD by the late Dorothy Ann and John Shaffer Sr. He was the devoted husband of the late Linda (Richards) Shaffer, Father to Jessica (Allan) Hayden and Sara Shaffer, and proud “Papa” to Lillian, Hunter,...
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Laura Ann Redmond, 85, of Lexington Park, MD, went home to be with her Lord on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital with most of her family at her side. Those who could not be present were there by telephone. Born on November 21, 1940 in Alexandria, VA, Laura is...
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John Charles “BJ” Richardson, 70, of La Plata, Maryland, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026. John, known to many as “BJ,” was an adored husband, caring father, loving grandfather, and beloved friend. He spent many years in government service before retiring and becoming co-owner of FasTrax Slot Car Racing in Southern Maryland, where...
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With profound sorrow and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, the Lyon family announces the passing of their beloved matriarch, Cathleen Marie “Kitty” Lyon. Kitty entered eternal rest in the early morning hours of April 10, 2026, peacefully surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 91. A woman of steadfast faith,...
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Debra Lynn Fluker, born August 29, 1954, in Winona Minnesota passed away on April 9th surrounded by love, and likely still holding strong opinions and a well-earned sense of “I told you so.” She proudly served in the United States Navy from approximately 1972 to 1974, where she met her husband David. In 1992,...
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Norman A. Burch Sr, 87 of Helen, MD passed away on April 9, 2026 surrounded by family. He was born on November 30, 1938, in Helen, MD to Lewis F. Burch and Mary L. Morgan Burch. Norman was born and raised in Helen, where he remained a lifelong resident. He was a member of...
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Paul “Moe” Timothy Windsor Jr, 70, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, passed away on April 6, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. Born on June 9, 1955, in Cheverly, Maryland, to the late Paul Sr. and Dorothy Windsor. Moe lived a life defined by hard work, strong connections, and a gift for conversation that...
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Wanda Richards, 69, a beloved older sister, devoted woman of faith, and cherished presence in the lives of all who knew her. She departed this life, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering devotion to God and family. Wanda was known...
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With hearts full of love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved Mary Eleanor Tippett Johnson, a lifelong resident of Oraville, Maryland, who entered eternal rest on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. Known to many as Eleanor Johnson, but most lovingly called “Momma J” by her family, she was a woman...
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Louis “Louie” Merrill Buckler, 86, of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away on April 3, 2026, peacefully and at home with his loving wife by his side. On October 15, 1939, Louie was born at home in Dubois, Maryland, to the late Joseph Gwynn and Dorothy Marion (Wood) Buckler. As a small child, Louis’ family...
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Charles Edward Austin Jr., lovingly known as Charlie, passed away on March 28, 2026 at home, with his wife Betty and their family by his side. Charlie was born to Patsy and Charles E. Austin Sr. in Baltimore MD. on August 18, 1956. He was the oldest of three children. His family moved to...
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Cynthia Anne Istvan, lovingly known as Cindy, of Mechanicsville, Maryland passed away on March 30, 2026, in Leonardtown, Maryland, surrounded by her devoted family. Born on February 21, 1963, Cindy was the daughter of the late John D. Heard and Doris Williams Heard. She shared 36 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband,...
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Keri Ann Thomas (Farrell) passed away on March 26, 2026, after a courageous 3-year battle with an aggressive form of bone cancer: Dedifferentiated Chondrosarcoma. She is survived by her husband Travis and beloved children Colt (8) and Camryn (6). She is survived by her loving parents Jim and Linda Farrell, formerly of St. Mary’s...
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Judy Marie Wood, née Dean, 79, of Hollywood, Maryland passed away on March 24, 2026 at The Hermitage in Solomons, MD. Judy was born on November 27, 1946, in Leonardtown, MD, to the late Calvin Herbert Dean and Dorothy Virginia Dean, née Weddle. She grew up in St. Mary’s County, MD, and graduated as...
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George Freeman Holt, 77, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on March 24, 2026 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD, with his loving family at his side. He was born at home on April 11, 1948 to the late James Foley Holt and Helen Marie (Rustin) Holt. He is the youngest of their...
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Joseph Patrick Cullison passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, and was undoubtedly welcomed by angels at Heaven’s gate. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, companion, and friend whose kindness, wisdom, and unwavering love left a lasting impact on all who knew him. Born on Saint Patrick’s Day, March 17, 1929, in...
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Janet Dyer Fulcher, 84, of Mechanicsville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, with her loving nephew, Gary Edelen, by her side. Born on October 1, 1941, Janet was the daughter of the late John and Edna Dyer. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Percy Fulcher, who passed away in...
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Margaret Ann “Margie” McDonnell, 83, of Leonardtown, MD (formerly of Shrewsbury, PA), passed away on March 21, 2026 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD, with her family at her side. She was born on March 12, 1943 in Baltimore, MD to the late Thomas J. McDonnell, Sr. and Margaret Mary (nee: Kliem)...
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Kevin Jay Pinkerton of Leonardtown, Maryland, passed away peacefully at home on March 23, 2026, after a lengthy illness, with his wife and children by his side, holding his hands and accompanying him in his final moments. Kevin was born to Everett David “Pink” Pinkerton and Mildred “Milli” Cipolloni (née Kruger) and grew up...
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Rits Junior “Ricky” Plumer, 63, of Waldorf, Maryland, formerly of Faulkner, Maryland, passed away peacefully at Georgetown University Hospital on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Rits, or as his family and friends called him, Ricky, was born in LaPlata, Maryland, to the late Rit and Lora B. Plumer on December 20, 1962. He was one...
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John Joseph “Jack” Slawinski passed away peacefully at his residence on March 18, 2026. He was 75 years old. Born on November 6, 1950, in Manhattan, New York, Jack was the beloved son of the late Henry and Loretta Slawinski. He proudly served his country after joining the United States Army in 1970. Following...
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Mary Ruth Walker Pile, 98, of Leonardtown, Maryland, passed away at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown on March 20, 2026. She was preceded in death by her father, Elsworth Walker; mother, Annie Hay Walker; sister, Violet Reese; brother, Dale Walker; and husband, Chester Pile. Mary is survived by her daughter Debra Pile Younkins...
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John J. Carlucci was born in Greenwich, CT, in 1933 to Richard and Minerva Carlucci. He has resided in parts of Maryland for over 60 years – the last 20 years in Hughesville. He was the remaining survivor of his birth family. He was predeceased by his adoring, devoted, and loving wife, Sandy, and...
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Helen Mavis Welch (Fowler) — a devoted farmer’s wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished member of her community — passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She was 87. Helen was born on December 22, 1938, in Washington, D.C., to Lawrence McAdoo Fowler and Helen Mavis Hogge. Helen spent her...
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