Obituaries

Elaine Elizabeth Williams, 87,

Elaine Elizabeth Williams, 87,

Elaine Elizabeth Williams, 87, of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away on March 24, 2023. Elaine was born on April 19, 1935, to LeRoy and Gertrude Becker in the Bronx, NY. After graduating from St. Francis Xavier, Washington DC in 1949 and St. Cecilia’s Academy in 1953, she went on to study Education at Seaton...
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Henry Arlo Burger, 81,

Henry Arlo Burger, 81,

Henry Arlo Burger, 81, of California, MD, passed away on March 25, 2023 at his home with his loving family at his side. He was born on January 25, 1942, in Harlingen, TX to the late Tex Burger and Dorothy Glenn Riggs. Henry Burger spent his career in the aerospace industry working on radar...
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Susan Ann Zienda

Susan Ann Zienda

Susan left this world surrounded by love on March 27, 2023 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD. Susan was born in Baltimore, MD on June 6, 1948, and continued to live there until relocating to St. Mary’s County when she met, and got married on April 25, 1986 to her husband...
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Richard Edwin Loveless, 77,

Richard Edwin Loveless, 77,

Richard Edwin Loveless, 77, of Dunkirk passed away March 20, 2023. He was born November 16, 1945 in Cheverly, MD to Nelson Elliott and Anna Clara (Roberts) Loveless. Richard grew up on a tobacco farm in Upper Marlboro and graduated from Frederick Sasscer High School. He worked as a carpenter and superintendent for Whalen...
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Donna L. Canter, 59,

Donna L. Canter, 59,

Donna L. Canter, 59, of Huntingtown, MD passed away March 17, 2023. She was born July 30, 1963 in Warrenton, VA to William and Dorothy (Via) Perry. She worked at Pinefield Medical Clinic and most recently was a homemaker. Donna loved dancing and was a member of the Country Dock Clogger’s, performing at various...
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Carrie Ann DeMarr, 33,

Carrie Ann DeMarr, 33,

Carrie Ann DeMarr, 33, of Washington, D.C. passed away in Washington, D.C. on March 17, 2023.   Visitation Monday, March 27, 2023 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Rausch Funeral Home-Port Republic 4405 Broomes Island Road Port Republic, MD 20676 Services Monday, March 27, 2023 12:00 PM Rausch Funeral Home-Port Republic 4405 Broomes Island Road...
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Terry Lee Balsbough, 80,

Terry Lee Balsbough, 80,

Terry Lee Balsbough, 80 of Leonardtown, MD passed away on March 11, 2023 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born on October 21, 1942 in Reading, PA to the late Harvey Balsbough and June (Shade) Balsbough. Terry grew up in Reading, Pennsylvania and graduated from Reading High School in 1960. After graduation he...
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Willie “Lee” Johnson, 90,

Willie “Lee” Johnson, 90,

Willie “Lee” Johnson, 90, of Charlotte Hall, MD departed peacefully, with his daughters at his side, after a long and courageous battle with dementia on February 24, 2023. On July 30, 1932, Lee was born to the late Jesse Johnson and Edith Harden in Reidsville, NC. Lee graduated from high school and enlisted in...
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Cobb Island Regrets to Announce Passing of Past Treasurer and Life Member Michael Burnham

Cobb Island Regrets to Announce Passing of Past Treasurer and Life Member Michael Burnham

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that the Cobb Island Volunteer Fire Department & Emergency Medical Services, Inc, announces the passing of Life Member, Michael Clay Burnham. Mike passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023 after a long battle with an illness. Mike was a Life Member, Past Treasurer, and Past...
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Steven Michael King

Steven Michael King

Steven King passed away on March 16, 2023 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was 42 years young living with his wife in Lexington Park, MD. Steven is survived by his wife, Crystal; her children, Austin, Dakota, and MaKayla; Father William “Buddy” King, stepmom Gwen of New Carrolton, MD; brother, Anthony King of...
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Kathryn K. “ Kathy” Adams, 87,

Kathryn K. “ Kathy” Adams, 87,

Kathryn K. “ Kathy” Adams, 87, of Lusby, MD and formerly of Springfield, VA, passed away on March 16, 2023 at the Charles County Hospice House. Born September 29, 1935 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Charles F. King, Sr. and Dorothy A. (Beavin) King. Kathy graduated from Maryvale High...
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Norma Elizabeth Lietz, 87,

Norma Elizabeth Lietz, 87,

Norma Elizabeth Lietz, 87, of North Beach, MD passed away March 15, 2023. She was born December 16, 1935 in Washington, D.C. to Ardell E. (Herder) and John N. Owens. She was raised in the Washington area where she graduated high school and began working as a Budget Analyst for the US General Services...
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Janet D. Hall, 78,

Janet D. Hall, 78,

Janet D. Hall, 78, a lifelong resident of the twin beaches passed away March 13, 2023. She was born March 26, 1944 in Washington, DC to Maury and Catherine (Tull) Disney. Janet grew up in the beaches and graduated from Calvert High School. She was primarily a homemaker and held various jobs throughout her...
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Brady Robert Appleton, 56,

Brady Robert Appleton, 56,

Brady Robert Appleton, 56, of Prince Frederick passed away March 13, 2023. He was born September 24, 1966 in Alexandria, VA to Gary Robert and Edith Sheron Johnson. Brady was raised in Virginia, Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg. He graduated from Brussels American School, and then came to the United States and graduated from The...
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Barbara Ann Williams, 56,

Barbara Ann Williams, 56,

Barbara Ann Williams, 56, of Bessemer City, NC (formerly of Mechanicsville, MD) passed away unexpectedly March 13, 2023, in Gastonia, NC with her family by her side. Barbara was born April 13, 1966, to Joseph Elmer Suite and Linda Maxine Williams (Suite) in Leonardtown, Maryland. Barbara worked for Burch Oil Company for 26 years as...
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Leahrae Bable Willard, 88,

Leahrae Bable Willard, 88,

Leahrae Bable Willard, 88, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on March 11, 2023 at the Hospice House in Callaway, MD. Leahrae (affectionately known as Mamaw) was born in Beaver Falls, PA, on January 30, 1935 to Erwin C. Bable and Martha J. Bable. Leahrae graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1953. She married...
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Rebecca Sue Dych, 63,

Rebecca Sue Dych, 63,

Rebecca Sue Dych, 63, of Great Mills, MD passed away on March 10, 2023 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD with her family by her side. She was born on October 9, 1959 in San Diego, CA to the late John Wendell Robinson and Ollie June Fuller Robinson. Becky is a 1977...
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Catherine “Betty” Elizabeth Honeycutt 91,

Catherine “Betty” Elizabeth Honeycutt 91,

Catherine “Betty” Elizabeth Honeycutt 91, of La Plata, MD, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Betty was born on December 1, 1931, to Thomas and Katherine Soper in Washington, DC. In 1949 Betty was introduced to William E. Honeycutt by a friend at her family home in Camp Springs...
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Muriel P. Bowling

Muriel P. Bowling

Muriel P. Bowling, of Charlotte Hall, Maryland, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the home of her youngest daughter and son-in-law. She was born on July 17, 1936, and was the daughter of the late Archie and Helen Pilkerton. Muriel is survived by her five children: Edwin, Jr. (Nancy), Gerald (Ann), Robin...
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Ann Marie Ratliff, 63,

Ann Marie Ratliff, 63,

Ann Marie Ratliff, 63, of California, MD passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at her home with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren by her side. Born on January 12, 1960 in Leonardtown, MD to the late Charles Henry Clements and Agnes Louise Angle Clements. She was employed by United States Government as...
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Edna Mae Becher

Edna Mae Becher

Edna Mae Becher, of Hollywood, Maryland, passed away on March 13, 2023, at Southern Maryland Hospital in Clinton, Maryland from complications with her heart.  Throughout her hospital stay she always had a family member by her side, holding her hand.   She was 88 years old. Edna was born on April 1, 1934, to Earl...
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Patricia Ann Bohle

Patricia Ann Bohle

On Sunday, March 5, 2023, Patricia Ann Bohle fell asleep in the Lord. She was born on December 2, 1945, in Washington, DC, to Clarence D. Stone, Jr. and Margaret Eicke Stone and was their 2nd eldest of 7 children. Patricia, known mostly as Patsy or Pat to those closest to her, moved to...
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Albert “Al” Francis Guy, 93,

Albert “Al” Francis Guy, 93,

Albert “Al” Francis Guy, 93, of Clements, MD, passed away on March 9, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Al was born on June 11, 1929 in Clements, MD to the late Anna Mary Agnes Abell and the late Claude Eugene Guy. On June 14, 1952, Al married the late Eleanor “Micie” Ann Nelson,...
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Walter Lee Baumgardner, “Bummer”, 70,

Walter Lee Baumgardner, “Bummer”, 70,

Walter Lee Baumgardner, “Bummer”, 70, of Loveville, MD, passed away on March 4, 2023 at his home. Born on April 19, 1952 in Huntington, WV, he was the son of the late Irene Byrd Baumgardner and the late James Baumgardner. Walter was the loving husband of Dawn Baumgardner, whom he married on November 25,...
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Second District Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad Regrets to Announce Passing of Steven King

Second District Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad Regrets to Announce Passing of Steven King

The Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad regrets to announce the passing of Steven King. Steven passed away on March 16, 2023 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was 42 years young living with his wife in Lexington Park, MD. Steven is survived by his wife, Crystal; her children, Austin, Dakota,...
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