Obituaries

David Michael Fluker, 68

David Michael Fluker, 68

David Michael Fluker, 68 of Drayden, MD passed away on July 25, 2022 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. He was born on March 11, 1954 in Lemon, Costa Rica to the late James C. Fluker and Doreen Kelleher Fluker. David retired from the U.S. Navy in July 1992 as Chief Petty Officer....
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Margaret Talbot Slingluff, 87,

Margaret Talbot Slingluff, 87,

Margaret Talbot Slingluff, 87, longtime resident of the Drum Cliff community in Hollywood, Maryland passed away on Monday, July 4th, 2022. Born on March 25, 1935 she was the daughter of Harold Slingluff and Marion Walker Slingluff of Mitchellville, Maryland.  Ms. Slingluff is preceded in death by her sister, Marianne Slingluff Chapman (Robert), and...
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Sharita Kenyatta “Rita” Tanner, 41,

Sharita Kenyatta “Rita” Tanner, 41,

Sharita Kenyatta “Rita” Tanner, 41, of Great Mills, MD passed away unexpectedly at her home on July 21, 2022.  She was born on September 16, 1980 to Brenda (Butler) Mackall and Walter Brown, Sr. Rita is a 1998 graduate of Great Mills High School, where she met her best friend of love of her...
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Charles Melvin Dean Sr. 64

Charles Melvin Dean Sr. 64

Charles Melvin Dean Sr. 64 of Scotland, MD passed away on July 24, 2022 at his home. He was born on November 29, 1957 in Leonardtown, MD to the late John H. Dean and Barbara Coombs Dean. Melvin was a truck driver for Dean Lumber and Ridgell Oil Co. for most of his career....
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Francis Randolf Goddard, 90,

Francis Randolf Goddard, 90,

Francis Randolf Goddard, 90, passed away peacefully on, July 13, 2022, at his home in Piney Point, Maryland. Francis was born on January 1, 1932, at home to the late Joseph Benjamin and Ruby Mary Goddard. He is survived by his children, Kathy Carithers (Hugh) of Atlantic Beach, FL, Wayne Goddard (Lisa) of Valley...
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James Russell Boley, 44,

James Russell Boley, 44,

It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of James Russell Boley, 44, on July 5, 2022. “Jimmy”, as he was affectionately known to his family and friends, was born on April 24, 1978, in La Plata, MD, to Bruce R. Boley of Waldorf, MD, and Dolly K. Massey of Mechanicsville,...
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LT. CMDR. Rodger Milton Leasure, USN (Ret.), 82

LT. CMDR. Rodger Milton Leasure, USN (Ret.), 82

LT. CMDR. Rodger Milton Leasure, USN (Ret.), 82 of Lexington Park, MD passed away on July 6, 2022 at Solomons Nursing Center in Solomons, MD. He was born on August 7, 1939 in Little Orleans, MD to the late John Milton Leasure and Sarah Ellen Cornwell Leasure. In 1957 he joined the United States...
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James (Bill) W. Anderson, 78,

James (Bill) W. Anderson, 78,

James (Bill) W. Anderson, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on, July 15, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 19, 1943, he was the son of the late James Leo Anderson and Agnes Lillian Anderson of Mechanicsville, MD. Bill graduated from Margaret Brent High School in June of 1961.  He...
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Francis Geraldine Carroll

Francis Geraldine Carroll

Francis Geraldine Carroll of California MD passed away on July 24, 2022 at her home with her loving daughters by her side.  She was born on May 9, 1926 in Beachville MD to the late George Samuel Carroll and Anne Lucille (Butler) Carroll. Geraldine was born and raised in Beachville and was a lifelong...
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Edward Charles LeBorne, 85,

Edward Charles LeBorne, 85,

Edward Charles LeBorne, 85, of Hughesville, MD, suddenly passed away on July 18, 2022. Edward was born on January 3, 1937, to the late Stanley and Helen LeBorne in New York. Edward graduated from Western High School in D.C. in 1956. After school, he worked in electronics for over 33 and a half years....
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BOUVIER Capt. John J. “Jack” Bouvier,­ MC (USN Retired), 81,

BOUVIER Capt. John J. “Jack” Bouvier,­ MC (USN Retired), 81,

BOUVIER Capt. John J. “Jack” Bouvier,­ MC (USN Retired), 81, of Annapolis, MD, passed away on December 13, 2020. Born in July 28, 1939, in Worcester, MA, he was the son of the late Dr. John Joseph Bouvier Sr. and Mary Margaret (Rogers) Bouvier. Jack completed his undergraduate education at Assumption College, Worcester, MA,...
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La Plata Volunteer Fire Department Regrets to Announce Passing of Past Engineer and Life Member, John “Jay” Johnson, Jr

La Plata Volunteer Fire Department Regrets to Announce Passing of Past Engineer and Life Member, John “Jay” Johnson, Jr

The La Plata Volunteer Fire Department released the following statement. “It is with great sadness that our department announces the passing of Past Engineer and Life Member, John “Jay” Johnson, Jr. Jay has been a faithful presence in our department for many years and a valuable senior member we could always count on. Our...
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Glenn Alan Woods, 89

Glenn Alan Woods, 89

Glenn Alan Woods, 89, of Lusby, MD and formerly of Rockville, MD passed away on July 20, 2022 at Calvert Health Medical Center. Born January 29, 1933 in Panama City, FL, he was the son of the late Lonnie Woods and Jewell (Corley) Harris. Glenn attended Fletcher Boarding School in Fletcher, NC and Washington...
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Mechanicsville Volunteers Mourn the Loss of Past Board of Director Francis Elliott “Sonny” Burch, Jr

Mechanicsville Volunteers Mourn the Loss of Past Board of Director Francis Elliott “Sonny” Burch, Jr

Francis Elliott “Sonny” Burch, Jr., 88, of Mechanicsville, MD, peacefully passed away on July 22, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Sonny was born on February 4, 1934, to Elliott and Elizabeth Burch in Leonardtown, MD. After graduating from Charlotte Hall Military Academy in 1952, he pursued a degree in business...
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Olga Hutchins Russell, 81

Olga Hutchins Russell, 81

Olga Hutchins Russell, 81 of Leonardtown, MD passed away on July 20, 2022 in her home.  She was surrounded by her five children and her husband of 58 years when she died. Olga was born on January 24, 1941 in Washington, DC to the late Edward I. Hutchins and Lorraine (Langlois) Hutchins. Olga graduated...
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Francis Elliott “Sonny” Burch, Jr., 88,

Francis Elliott “Sonny” Burch, Jr., 88,

Francis Elliott “Sonny” Burch, Jr., 88, of Mechanicsville, MD, peacefully passed away on July 22, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Sonny was born on February 4, 1934, to Elliott and Elizabeth Burch in Leonardtown, MD. After graduating from Charlotte Hall Military Academy in 1952, he pursued a degree in business...
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Joseph Aloysius Hayden, Jr., 71,

Joseph Aloysius Hayden, Jr., 71,

Joseph Aloysius Hayden, Jr., 71, of Montross, VA (formerly of Hollywood, MD) passed away on July 18, 2022 at his home. He was born on June 25, 1951 in Leonardtown, MD to the late Joseph Aloysius Hayden, Sr. and Ann Juanita Abell Hayden. Joe was born and raised in Hollywood, MD. He is a...
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Scott Michael Raley, 47,

Scott Michael Raley, 47,

Scott Michael Raley, 47, after losing his battle with brain cancer, died peacefully on July 16, 2022 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on April 27, 1975 in Leonardtown, MD to Donoghy Philip Raley and Debra Vallandingham Raley of Ridge, MD. During his senior year at...
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Janice Gail Farrell, 69,

Janice Gail Farrell, 69,

Janice Gail Farrell, 69, of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away on July 16, 2022, at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD.  Gail was born on November 18, 1952, in Prince Georges County, to James Martin Buckler and Erma Jane (Raley) Buckler. In 1970, she married George Archie Farrell, having celebrated 46 years of marriage...
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Peter Alden Griffin, Sr., 80

Peter Alden Griffin, Sr., 80

Peter Alden Griffin, Sr., 80 of Leonardtown, MD passed away on July 18, 2022 at his residence. He was born on November 24, 1941, in Washington, D.C. to the late Peter Atwell Griffin and Edna May Robinson. Peter was a great businessman and worked as a Flooring Specialist for 40 years and had multiple...
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Elaine Johnson Entwisle, age 95

Elaine Johnson Entwisle, age 95

Elaine Johnson Entwisle, age 95, of Solomons, MD (formerly of Forestville) passed away on July 21, 2022. She was the wife of Willard Ryon Entwisle, deceased. She leaves her daughter, Lynn Markert (Ken) of Cody, WY, granddaughter, Laurel Markert, grandson, Neil Markert, and son, Mark Entwisle. She was the daughter of Wilda and Edwin...
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Denise (Diane) D’Angelo, 50

Denise (Diane) D’Angelo, 50

Denise (Diane) D’Angelo passed away unexpectedly at the age of 50, Memorial Day weekend (May 2022) in Chesapeake Beach, MD. She was born in Potsdam, NY, on April 19, 1972 to parents William and Christine (Griebe) D’Angelo. Denise grew up in Clay, NY and later enjoyed living in Rochester & Chestertown, NY, Truro, MA,...
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Walter Frank Semiklose, 74

Walter Frank Semiklose, 74 formerly of Waldorf, MD passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022. Walt was born in Southampton, VA on October 25, 1947 to the late Alexander and Elizabeth (Batta) Semiklose. Walt grew up on a farm in Sedley, VA, later moving to Culpeper, VA until he would join the Army in...
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Toby Blain Lakin Jr., 86

Toby Blain Lakin Jr., 86

Toby Blain Lakin Jr. 86 passed away peacefully in palm coast Florida April 21 2022 he was with his sons Toby, Leonard, and Richard. A memorial service will be held July 30th, 6 PM at the California elks lodge.
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Barbara Lucille “Bobbie Lou” Guy Goode, 69,

Barbara Lucille “Bobbie Lou” Guy Goode, 69,

Barbara Lucille “Bobbie Lou” Guy Goode, 69, of Chaptico, MD formerly of Loveville, MD, passed away at her residence on July 12, 2022. Born on January 21, 1953 in Leonardtown, MD. She was the daughter of the late Robert William “Bobby” Guy and the late Mary Elizabeth Payne Guy. Bobbie Lou was the loving...
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