Carol S. Ferko, a woman known by her devotion to her loving family, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love that spans four generations. One of seven children, born October 22, 1935, in the small coal town of Monclo, West Virginia, Carol carried the warmth and resilience of...
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Cleveland Thomas Riddle, 87 of Tracy’s Landing, MD, known to all as “Jimmy” and “Jim”, passed away on April 6, 2026, after a long battle with COPD and most recently a cancer diagnosis. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, Uncle, and friend. He was well known for his musical talents, HVAC...
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Carolyn Baumgardner Tunnell, born on September 5, 1957 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, passed away at home on April 5 in Solomons Maryland. She was 68. Carolyn was the daughter of the late John Steward and Nellie Romaine (Babylon) Baumgardner. She is survived by her son Adam Tunnell and husband of almost 30 years, John Tunnell,...
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Devin Jeremy Runion passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on Easter morning, April 5, 2026, leaving behind family and friends who loved him deeply and will carry his memory always. He was 22 years old. Devin was known by many names—Devin, “Devin Man,” “Rev’n Devin”, “Devin Monster”, “Devin My Buddy”, “Bubby”, “SomeSay” and “BluAkita”...
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Laura Lee Bowen, 71, of Lusby, Maryland passed away on April 5, 2026 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center. Laura was born on June 6, 1954, in Prince Frederick, MD to the late John C. and Ethel R. Wood, Sr. Lauras passion was sewing and was well known in the county for her work. She...
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William David “Bill” Penn, was born November 23, 1972, in Washington, D.C., to Mary Ann and David W. Penn. Bill grew up in Calvert County, Maryland, where he attended Northern High School. A proud Patriot, he played both football and wrestled, building the foundation for the work ethic and dedication that would define his life....
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Vera Lee Wilkerson, 72, of Chesapeake Beach passed away April 4, 2026, at her home. She was born on December 16, 1953, in Washington, DC to Robert Asbury and Catherine Ann (Brown) Oliver. Vera grew up in Deale and graduated from Southern High School. She worked for a plumbing company after high school and...
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Eugene (Gene) Paul Baxter, Sr., 77, of Chesapeake Beach, MD, passed from this life on April 4, 2026. He was born in Washington, DC to the late Eugene F. Baxter and Naomi E. Baxter, raised in Cottage City, MD, later moving to Riverdale, MD. After High School he enlisted in the Army. Later he...
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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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Stephen Nicholas Norris, Jr, of Cobb Island, Maryland, age 84, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, at the Charlotte Hall Veteran’s Home, after a long, well-fought battle with cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. He was born in Washington DC on September 10, 1941, to Stephen Nicholas Norris, Sr and Margaret Adelaide Norris (Jenkins). Stevie,...
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On April 1, 2026, George William “Bill” Norrington, 78, of Shady Side, Maryland, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, after a brief battle with cancer. Bill was born on November 12, 1947, in Washington, DC, to Lionel “Bill” and Isabel (Stommel) Norrington. Bill entered the sheet metal apprenticeship program in 1965,...
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Michael Paul “Mickey” Powers, 65, passed away at his home in Lothian, Maryland, on March 30, 2026. Mickey was born on April 29, 1960, and raised alongside his three siblings with the utmost love and care by their beloved mother, Emma Lou, who worked tirelessly as a single mom to support her family. Mickey...
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John O’Hara Caine, age 87, of Deale, Maryland, passed away in 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on September 16, 1938, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, John was the son of the late Edward and Mary O’Hara Caine. His early life was marked by extraordinary circumstances – once described in a newspaper article...
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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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