Obituaries

Frederick Henry “Fred” Boenig, Jr., 67

Frederick Henry “Fred” Boenig, Jr., 67

Frederick Henry “Fred” Boenig, Jr., 67 of Lexington Park, MD passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at his home. He was born August 21, 1957 in St. Louis, MO to the late Frederick Henry Boenig and Gloria (nee: Gibson) Boenig. Fred is a 1975 graduate of South Windsor High School and 1979 graduate of...
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Barbara Ann Bell, 90,

Barbara Ann Bell, 90,

Barbara Ann Bell, 90, of Aquasco, MD, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on March 30, 2025. She was born in 1934 in Ijamsville, MD to the late Grayson DeGrange, Sr. and Catherine Beard DeGrange. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles C. Bell; daughter, Pamela Lee (infant); sister, Beverly Damuth and brother,...
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Gerald (Jerry) John Wakeen

Gerald (Jerry) John Wakeen

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gerald (Jerry) John Wakeen, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, and friend, who unexpectedly passed away on the 28th of March 2025 at the age of 91. Born on the 23rd of December 1933, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, Jerry was an intelligent,...
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Alfred “Fred” Garrow

Alfred “Fred” Garrow

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Alfred “Fred” Garrow, a beloved son, brother, father, and friend. He passed away unexpectedly at the young age of 59, on March 22, 2025, in Leonardtown, Maryland, due to medical complications. Born on July 10, 1965, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, he was the third...
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Linda Susan Kyte, known affectionately as “Susie”

Linda Susan Kyte, known affectionately as “Susie”

Linda Susan Kyte, known affectionately as “Susie,” passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, at the age of 73. A beloved mother, sister, and friend, Susie spent the last 40 years of her life in Mechanicsville, Maryland, where she was a cherished member of the community. Born on December 15, 1951, in Washington, D.C.,...
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Edward O’Donnell Neel, Jr., 90,

Edward O’Donnell Neel, Jr., 90,

Edward O’Donnell Neel, Jr., 90, of Solomons, MD, formerly of Piney Point, MD died peacefully on March 15, 2025 at The Hermitage Assisted Living facility, with his loving family at his side. He was born on April 20, 1934 in Augusta, GA, the son of the late Edward O’Donnell Neel, Sr. and Margaret (nee:...
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Joseph Anthony Ring, Jr., 84,

Joseph Anthony Ring, Jr., 84,

Joseph Anthony Ring, Jr., 84, of La Plata, MD, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025. Born on August 17, 1940, in Washington, DC, he was the son of Joseph and Mary Ring. Joseph worked for Safeway for many years, dedicating himself to his role as a warehouse foreman. His strong work ethic and...
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Kenneth Wayne Lantz Sr, 77,

Kenneth Wayne Lantz Sr, 77,

Kenneth Wayne Lantz Sr, 77, of Upper Marlboro, MD, passed away on March 25, 2025. On September 1, 1947, Kenneth, more affectionately known by his middle name “Wayne,” was born in Washington, DC, to Luther and Elizabeth Lantz. After graduation, Wayne took out a loan and had his current house built at the age...
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Jose “Chepe” Concepcion Palucho Marquez, 71

Jose “Chepe” Concepcion Palucho Marquez, 71

Jose “Chepe” Concepcion Palucho Marquez, 71, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on March 27, 2025. Chepe was born on December 8, 1953, in San Miguel, El Salvador to Francisco Palucho and Maria Marquez. Chepe worked as a porter for Hilton of Washington, DC. He enjoyed what he did for a living. He also served...
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Claude “Gene” Arnold, 78

Claude “Gene” Arnold, 78

On Tuesday March 25, 2025, Claude “Gene” Arnold, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and dear friend to many, passed away at age 78. Gene was preceded in death by the love of his life, Carmel McCadden, his father Namon, and his mother, Lorene. Gene is survived by his brother, David Arnold, sister, Sue Lang...
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John Harbin, Sr., 86,

John Harbin, Sr., 86,

John Harbin, Sr., 86, of Chesapeake Beach passed away March 23, 2025. He was born April 1, 1938, in Washington, DC to William and Catherine Harbin. John grew up in Suitland and spent most of his time in Broomes Island. He married Florence Swain on August 16, 1963 and they lived in Forestville until...
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Thelma Louise Scruggs, 90,

Thelma Louise Scruggs, 90,

Thelma Louise Scruggs, 90, of Prince Frederick, Maryland passed away March 23, 2025, in Prince Frederick, Maryland. Thelma was born on August 1, 1934, in Wyoming to the late Orvie Virgil and Rachel Katherin Miner. She is preceded in death by her husband, Larry T. Scruggs, a daughter, Edith Willard, three sisters and three...
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Richard Wayne “Dickie” Buzik, 77,

Richard Wayne “Dickie” Buzik, 77,

Richard Wayne “Dickie” Buzik, 77, of Huntingtown passed away March 23, 2025. He was born June 27, 1947, in Takoma Park to Andrew and Frances (Ulrey) Buzik. Dickie grew up in Takoma Park and graduated from Montgomery Blair High School. He joined the United States Army on August 29, 1966 and proudly served in...
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Patricia Ann Stowe, 75,

Patricia Ann Stowe, 75,

Patricia Ann Stowe, 75, of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland entered into heavenly peace on March 22, 2025.   She was born on June 8, 1950 in Baltimore, Maryland to Loretta Ann Marshall and Clyde Marshall.   She was an office assistant for many years at Multi-Aire Corp. in Charlotte Hall, Maryland. Patty, as she was commonly known,...
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“Mary” Frances Peters (née Maggard)

“Mary” Frances Peters (née Maggard)

“Mary” Frances Peters (née Maggard) passed away on March 22, 2025, in Hollywood, Maryland. Born on March 18, 1948, in English, West Virginia, she lived a life filled with love and cherished memories. Throughout her years, Frances touched the lives of many. Her presence brought warmth and comfort to those around her. Though she...
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Joseph Francis “Joey” Whittington, age 64,

Joseph Francis “Joey” Whittington, age 64,

Joseph Francis “Joey” Whittington, age 64, of Dunkirk, MD, passed away on March 21, 2025. He was born on March 11, 1961, at the District of Columbia General Hospital. Joey was a truck driver and also worked on the family farm. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing softball. He was preceded in death by...
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Sharon Waller Revis, 76,

Sharon Waller Revis, 76,

Sharon Waller Revis, 76, of Solomons, MD, formerly of Clinton, MD, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, in Solomons, MD. Born on May 26, 1948, in Washington, DC, she was the beloved daughter of the late Betty C. Waller and Russell S. Waller. Sharon married the love of her life, Roy Edward Revis,...
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Gloria Mae Bowen Gibson, 86,

Gloria Mae Bowen Gibson, 86,

Gloria Mae Bowen Gibson, 86, of Huntingtown, MD, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2024, at her assisted living home in Dunkirk, with her daughter Alice by her side. She was born on December 11, 1938, in Prince Frederick, MD, to Dorothy (Norfolk) and William Glenn Bowen. A lifelong resident of Calvert County, Gloria...
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Dennis Arther Gibson, 77,

Dennis Arther Gibson, 77,

Dennis Arther Gibson, 77, of Prince Frederick, MD passed away March 17, 2025. He was born on May 9, 1947, to Raymond and Shirley Mae (Cranford) Gibson. Dennis was born and raised in Huntingtown and graduated from Calvert High School. He lived on the family farm on Cox Road for 31 years before moving...
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Ronald Arthur Shoop

Ronald Arthur Shoop

Ronald Arthur Shoop, born on March 11, 1941, in Salem, Ohio, passed away on March 15, 2025, in Deale, Maryland, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer. Ronald is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Shirley Shoop of Deale, Maryland. He also leaves behind his children from a previous marriage:...
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Stephen Paul Keller, 52,

Stephen Paul Keller, 52,

Stephen Paul Keller, 52, of Dunkirk passed away March 14, 2025. He was born February 25, 1973 in Prince Frederick to Benny R. and Margaret Isabel (Wright) Keller. Steve grew up in Dunkirk and graduated from Northern High School. He worked as a union steamfitter with ACI and Steamfitters Local 602. Steve he was...
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James Everett Kolbe, 64,

James Everett Kolbe, 64,

Prince George’s County to Francis Walter and Margaret Lucille (Windsor) Kolbe. James grew up in South County and attended Southern High School before moving to St. Mary’s County during his senior year of high school. He graduated from Chopticon High School. James married Maria “Genie” Windsor on August 4, 1996 and they lived in...
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Nancy Margaret Meisinger, 81,

Nancy Margaret Meisinger, 81,

Nancy Margaret Meisinger, 81, of Huntingtown passed away March 12, 2025. She was born on January 12, 1944 in Pittsburgh, PA to William Reese and Margaret Irene (Allen) Holmes. Nancy grew up in Bethel Park, PA and graduated from Bethel Park High School. She married James Meisinger in 1962, and they lived in Waldorf...
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Karen Evelyn Goodenough, 78,

Karen Evelyn Goodenough, 78,

Karen Evelyn Goodenough, 78, of Lusby, MD, formerly of West Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home on March 11, 2025. She was born on August 27, 1946, in Providence, RI, to the late Gladys Thelma Darby and Philip Percy Darby. Karen was a dedicated and hardworking woman who graduated from the Prince George’s...
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Cheryl L. Hinzman Cord, 73,

Cheryl L. Hinzman Cord, 73,

Cheryl L. Hinzman Cord, 73, of Hollywood, MD passed away March 10, 2025. She was born January 21, 1952 in Washington, DC to the late Robert Hinzman and Barbara Jean Hinzman. She graduated from Duval High School. Cheryl married Stephen Douglas Cord on November 6, 1977, and they lived in Lanham before moving to...
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