William “Bill” Edward Clarke, Jr., 84, of Forest Heights, MD passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, Opa, and proud Army veteran. He was born in Washington, DC on March 23, 1941, to the late William E. Clarke, Sr. and Mardehl (Mills). Bill is survived by his children:...
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Amy Marie Runco, 64, of California, Maryland, passed away on July 4, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown after receiving her last rites. Born on September 9, 1960, in Uptown, New York. Amy was the beloved daughter of the late Patricia and Raymond Runco. In 1968, she moved with her family to Southern...
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Beloved baby, Xavier Lamarr Green, was born sleeping on July 7, 2025. He was the cherished child of Christina Taylor and Victor Green. Though his time was short, he filled his family’s lives with immeasurable love and joy. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be...
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Betty E. Hoffarth, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, in Maryland, where she had made her home for the past 11 years. She was 85. Born on April 11, 1940, in Minto, North Dakota, Betty was the daughter of Bailey and Aurelia (Blaski) Christie. She carried the...
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David Leroy Raley II, age 47, tragically passed away on July 3, 2025, in Waldorf, MD. He was born in La Plata, MD, on April 23, 1978. He was a cherished son, brother, uncle, father, husband, and friend. David loved his family and friends and had a huge heart. If you needed help, he...
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James (Jim) Samuel Cooksey, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on July 9, 2025, in Waldorf, Maryland, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 16, 1945, to Samuel Louis Cooksey and Evelyn Lorraine Cooksey (Barron), Jim was a lifelong Southern Marylander. He married his high school sweetheart, Linda (Lange)...
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Thelma Keziah Arnold, 97, of Hollywood, Maryland, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown, MD. She was born on February 5, 1928 in Anson County, North Carolina to the late Joe Monroe Keziah, Sr. and Gladys Merle (nee: Martin) Keziah. Thelma was a dedicated and skilled nurse...
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Barbara Jean Bailey, 59, of Hollywood, MD, passed away on July 9, 2025, while enjoying what she loved most, spending time with her beloved husband, son, and grandson. Born on August 30, 1965, at the Annapolis Naval Hospital, Barb was the daughter to Shirley and Donald Peeling, Sr. She was raised in Hollywood, MD,...
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Frederick (Fred) Baldwin Lothrop, 88, passed away peacefully at Charlo<e Hall Veterans home on June 11, 2025. Born in Guatemala on October 19, 1936, he was the son of the late Norman Lothrop and Lois Moulton Lothrop. Fred is survived by his two daughters Patricia Ann Lothrop of Waldorf, MD, Catherine Lothrop Taylor (Mark)...
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Toni, who peacefully transitioned on June 13, 2025. Born Toni Lorene Williams, and later becoming Toni Lorene Mitchell, she was born on December 23, 1957 in Waukegan, Illinois, at St. Therese Hospital. She was 67 years old at the time of...
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Patricia Ann Simonetta, lovingly known as Patti, age 54, of Great Mills, Maryland, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her devoted family. Born on May 3, 1971, in Washington, D.C., Patti was the cherished daughter of the late Roger Edelen Simmons Sr. and Barbara Ann...
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Betty Jean Tharp, 84, of Piney Point, MD passed away July 5, 2025 at her home with her loving family at her side. She was born on November 10, 1940 in Winchester, VA to the late Samuel Alexander Bock and Annie Virginia (nee: Lauck) Bock. In 1958 she met the love of her life,...
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William “Bill” Edward Clarke, Jr., 84, of Forest Heights, MD passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, Opa, and proud Army veteran. He was born in Washington, DC on March 23, 1941, to the late William E. Clarke, Sr. and Mardehl (Mills). Bill is survived by his children:...
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jaimie Leigh Reynolds, 34, of Waldorf, Maryland, on June 30, 2025. Born on November 20, 1990, Jaimie was the beloved daughter of Richard and Pamela Brady. A devoted mother, Jaimie’s greatest joy in life was her daughter, Ryleigh Faye Reynolds, who was her...
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Janet Marie McCutcheon, 87, of Lexington Park, Maryland, passed away on June 28th of natural causes. She was born in 1938 in Charleston, West Virginia, to Fred and Vienna Douglas. Janet grew up in Charleston and attended Berea College, where she earned her bachelor’s degree. She went on to complete a master’s degree in...
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Jane Dent “Janie” Cooper, 82, of Chaptico, MD passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025 at her home with her loving family at her side. She was born on February 25, 1943 in Washington, DC to the late William Frederick Wolfe, Sr and Florence Marie (nee: Murphy) Wolfe. Janie was a 1960 graduate of...
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Brooks Connor Driskill, 33, of Dameron, Maryland passed away on June 25, 2025. Born in Portsmouth, Virgina on March 9, 1992, Connor was the cherished son of John Robert Driskill and Jean Driskill. Brooks was a kind-hearted, loving, funny, and caring man. Family meant everything to him. He always tried to make people smile...
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Sally Ann (Ellis) Degenkolb, 88, of California, Maryland, (formerly of Homestead, PA) passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025. She was born on March 10, 1937, at home to the late Sarah (nee: Joseph) and Albert Ellis. Sally was known for being the leader of “Sally’s Alley” in her beloved hometown of Homestead, PA,...
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Lori Lowe, 66, of Lexington Park, MD died on June 19, 2025 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD with her loving family at her side. She was born on October 27, 1958 in Lompac, CA to Caryl Ann (nee: Crane) Keeney of Goodland, IN and the late Royce Shockley. Lori spent the...
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Sharon Owen Meinecke 83, of Lexington Park, MD died on June 19, 2025, with her loving family at her side. She was born on August 31, 1941, in Batavia, NY, to the late Richard Weller and Mildred Magnusson Weller. After growing up in Sheffield, PA, and attending high school in East Orange, NJ, she...
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Robert Rollin Hanson, 76, of Leonardtown, MD passed away suddenly on June 18,2025 at his home. He was a devoted husband, proud Navy veteran, and beloved family man. He was born in Pasadena, CA on July 10, 1948, to the late Leonard Rollin Hanson and Evelyn “Joos” Hanson. Robert lived a life of dedication,...
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Tara Lynn Riley Flerlage, 47 of Golden Beach, MD, passed away June 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born October 7, 1977, to Ricky Renn & Linda Grace Riley. Tara had a zest for life and a deep appreciation for the simple things. Tara cherished her childhood and loving memories of her mother,...
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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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