Our beloved mother and grandmother, Eleanor Russo (Nana), died on September 24, 2024, after an illness surrounded by her family. She was born in Wilkes Barre, PA to the late Frederick John Fox and Mary Ruth (Schmidt) Fox. Ellie/Nana was the heart of our home and family. She worked as Nurse/Nurse Practitioner for 40...
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Austin Stewart, who left us unexpectedly at the age of 46, on the evening of September 25, 2024 with his family by his side. Jimmy was a family man and patriot, with a profound love and respect for his family and country....
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Vaughn Irvin McCall, 87, passed away on September 29, 2024 in Charlotte Hall, MD. He was surrounded by his wife and family. He was the loving husband of Nettie MaDora McCall, cherished father to four children, five step children, and grandfather to numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Born on October 16, 1936 in...
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Robert Francis “Bubba” Delawder of LaPlata, MD passed away on September 25, 2024. He was born on January 31, 1942, in Washington, DC to the late Amos and Mary Delawder. Robert was a sheet metal worker for Smart Local 100 until his retirement. He enjoyed playing golf and watching the Washington Nationals play ball....
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Richard Lee Berry, 82, of Hughesville, MD, passed away on September 27, 2024. Richard, also known as Dickie, was born on June 14, 1942, to George and Alta Berry in Washington, DC. He began a career in ironworking and fabrication. Many of the buildings in DC and Maryland still have the beautiful structures he...
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On September 13, 2024, Jovan William Medley, at the tender age of 18, was called home, leaving behind a legacy of joy, warmth, and love that touched everyone who knew him. Born on September 30, 2005, in Leonardtown, Maryland, Jovan was the beloved son of Joseph W. Medley III and Taneea Scriber. Though his...
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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved James Norman Gunnell, III, also known to many as Bubby, Jimmy, or J Gunz of Huntingtown, MD as he was suddenly taken from us too soon on September 13, 2024. He was born on September 12, 1986, to James Norman Gunnell, Jr., and Bonnie...
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Rose Lorraine Spalding, 94, of Leonardtown, Maryland, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in the home she and her husband, built over 75 years ago. Their home was a source of constant love and laughter, extending beyond the family to embrace many within the community. In her final days, she was tenderly cared for...
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Charles “Emory” Lawrence, 83, died September 29, 2024, in Hughesville, MD surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 14, 1940, in Leonardtown, MD. He was the son of the late Mary Elizabeth Bailey Lawrence and Francis DeSales Lawrence of Coltons Point, MD. He was the loving husband of the late Barbara Jean...
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Donald Edwin Phillip Eckstein November 1, 1940 – September 23, 2024 Donald Edwin Phillip Eckstein, 83, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on September 23, 2024. Born and raised in Southeast Washington, D.C., Donald was a Master Plumber and proud member of Local 5 for many years. He was the son of the late Carroll...
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It is with profound sadness that the Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad announces the passing of our esteemed President, Jeff Garner, on September 23, 2024. Jeff was a dedicated public servant who spent a lifetime serving the Charles County community with passion and selflessness. Jeff’s commitment to public safety spanned several decades, beginning with...
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Michael Otis Whitaker was born on July 23, 1961, He was raised in Washington, D.C. As a young boy he realized that he was adopted. He never knew his actual parents or any members of his biological family. He was raised as a single child by a couple who had no children, so he...
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Carl was a loving husband, father, brother, and son. A musician, mechanic, dreamer, inventor, lifelong ham operator, he had an affinity with all things aircraft and electrical. He was especially thoughtful, generous, and respected by the local community. He is survived by his wife, four kids, five grandkids, and six siblings. Services are private....
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Roger Lee Sexton, Sr, 72, of Chaptico, MD passed away on September 14, 2024. Roger was born on April 2, 1952, in Maryland. He is the son of the late Dolph Hamilton Sexton and Nervie Ellen Anderson Sexton. Roger is survived by his children, Paula Marie Van Keulen (Soerd Vankeulen) of McDonough GA, April...
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Raymond Patrick Severin, Sr., 68, of Hughesville, MD, peacefully passed away on September 1, 2024. On March 17, 1956, Raymond was born to Robert O. and Gertrude T Severin in Long Island, NY. He attended Holy Comforter Catholic School, Charlottesville, VA, and Lane High School, Charlottesville, VA graduating in 1974 He proudly served in...
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Lucille Trott Housel, age 83, passed away September 18, 2024. Born in 1941 in Dunkirk, she was the youngest of four children of Wayne and Nellie (Hill) Trott. She graduated from Calvert High School in 1959 and met and married her husband George Martin Housel in 1961. They lived in Cheverly briefly before moving...
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Visitation Saturday, September 28, 2024 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Services Life Celebration Visitation Saturday, September 28, 2024 11:00am Rausch Funeral Home–Lusby 20 American Lane Lusby, MD 20657 Map Interment Private
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Mary Nell Stubbs, 79, of Frederick, MD, passed away September 17, 2024. Born on April 25, 1945 in Washington, D.C., Mary was the daughter of Margaret Anne (Engel) and Snoden Archie Stubbs. Mary grew up in Hyattsville, MD, and graduated from Regina High School class of 1963. She was a skilled seamstress and loved...
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Paul Roger Bast, 65, of Chesapeake Beach passed away September 15, 2024 at his home. He was born April 29, 1959 to Grant and Veronica (Dixon) Bast. Paul grew up in Shady Side and graduated from Southern High School. He married Mary on October 12, 1985. Paul worked as an aerial line foreman for...
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Rebecca “Becky” Kay Hardesty Gray, 67, of St. Leonard, Maryland, passed away suddenly on September 15, 2024. Born March 21, 1957 in Prince Frederick, Maryland. Becky was a lifelong resident of Calvert County, where she built a life filled with family, friends, and the outdoors she loved so much. Becky is survived by her...
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Joseph Garth Jones, 57, of Lexington Park, Maryland, passed away on September 14, 2024 at the Hospice House. Born on September 4, 1967, in Prince Frederick, Maryland, he was a cherished son, brother, Father, Pop-Pop, Fiancé, and a great friend. Garth attended Calvert High School and dedicated his professional life to working as an...
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Marion Elaine Carter “Sister” was born on October 11, 1937 to Hallie Spafford Young and James R. Carter in Washington DC. Marion entered heavenly rest on August 29,2024 after a short illness. Marion graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School class of 1952. She later graduated from Georgetown University Hospital School of Practical Nursing in...
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Winnifred Ann Eckhout (79), passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Winnie, daughter of Everett and Alvina Pratt, was born June 17, 1945 in Ingham County, Michigan. Winnie moved to Lusby, Maryland in 2018, but prior to that had been a resident of Harrison, Michigan. She married her husband, Ronald H. Eckhout (d)...
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Eugene “Gene” Alton White, 75, of Huntingtown, MD passed away on September 10, 2024. He was born on April 6, 1949, in Prince George’s County, MD to Marian Ruth and Thomas White. Gene grew up on a farm in Mitchellville, Maryland. When Gene was younger, he spent many summers on his uncle’s farm in...
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It is with great sadness that the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department announces the passing of Past Chief, Past President, and Life Member, Daniel “D.O.” O. Baker Jr. D.O. joined our department in 1987, bringing invaluable knowledge that helped our newly opened station hit the ground running. His insistence on training led us to...
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