Annabelle Edmonds Ruff, affectionately known as Ann, passed away on May 17, 2025, after a courageous ten-month battle with cancer. She was 78 years old. Born on April 10, 1947, in Vallejo, California, Ann was the youngest of four daughters of Evelyn and James Edmonds. From an early age, her deep well of compassion...
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Nancy King Tarry Long, age 85, passed away May 26, 2025 at Hospice of the Chesapeake in Pasadena, Maryland. She was born on December 5th, 1939 in Owings, MD to James Herbert King, Sr. and Ruby Estelle (Marcelas) King. Nancy was raised and educated in Calvert County. Nancy always loved school and valued education....
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John Herbert “Herbie” Johnson, Jr 76, passed away on May 24, 2025. Herbie was born on September 14, 1948 in Cheverly, MD to the late Elizabeth Ann Wilkinson Johnson and John Herbert Johnson, Sr. He was a lifelong resident of Lothian, MD and graduated from Southern High School in 1966. He was a member...
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Mary Ellen Paddy, 75, of Deale, MD passed away May 23, 2025. She was born January 8, 1950 in Prince Frederick, MD to Virginia Lee Trott and Thomas E. Paddy. She was raised in Deale, attended Deale Elementary and Southern Jr. High School, and graduated from Southern High School in Lothian. Throughout her life...
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Michele Kline Richardson, 61, of Prince Frederick passed away May 22, 2025. She was born December 4, 1963 in Baltimore to William David and Donna Mae (Prokop) Kline. Michele was raised in Laurel before moving with her family to St. Leonard and graduating from Calvert High School in 1981. She then attended Charles County...
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Margaret Revelle, 87, of Friendship, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025 at La Casa assisted living in Annapolis, MD surrounded by family. She was born February 26, 1938, in Paris (now Owings), MD to Herbert C., Sr. and Charlotte (Manifold) Dowell. Margaret grew up in Paris, MD and graduated from Calvert High School....
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Dennis Leonard Murphy, 77, of Dunkirk, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home in his wife’s arms on May 19, 2025. Born on October 12, 1947, in Washington, D.C., Dennis was the beloved son of the late Grace Helwig Murphy and John Reginald Murphy. He was also preceded in death by his sister Margie...
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Today, we celebrate the life of Wayne, a beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle, devoted community servant, and cherished friend, who passed away at the remarkable age of 91. He was born March 11, 1934 in Washington D.C. to John and Gladys Florence (Tyler) Gordy. Wayne’s boundless enthusiasm and joyful spirit touched everyone who...
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Caroline York Chisum, 96, of Friendship, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, at her home. Born on October 16, 1928, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of Josephine Prout and James Arthur York. Caroline grew up in Baltimore and graduated from Roland Park Country School, then went on to attend Randolph-Macon...
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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia Ann Northedge, 87, of Dunkirk, on May 16, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Patricia was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She was born on January 3, 1938, to Lewis and Anna Leatherman. Patricia married...
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Lawrence Edward “Larry” Barr, 63, of St. Leonard, formerly of North Beach, Maryland, passed away on May 16, 2025. He was born on July 1, 1961, in Negley, OH, and was the son of Lois Amelia (Oliver) Smith. Larry is survived by his beloved wife Caron Elizabeth Barr of St. Leonard; son Jason Barr...
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We honor the life of Susan Matula, who passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025. It was a beautiful spring day. The sun was shining but the temperature was cool with a gentle breeze. The birds were singing and overhead, a pair of Red-tailed hawks were gliding on the air currents. A perfect day...
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Michael Thomas Bell, 55, of Leonardtown, MD, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital with his loving family at his side. Born on February 7, 1970 at Marine Corps Base, Quantico Virginia, he is the second born son to Anne Bailey (Drury) Bell and Joseph Ernest Bell, II of Leonardtown,...
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Cynthia Ann Smith Frey, daughter of Frederick F. and Shirley E. (Talbert) Smith Jr. was born April 9, 1951 in Baltimore, MD. She graduated from Hereford High School class of 1969 and continued her education with college and career-oriented classes. On December 19, 1970, Cynthia was united in marriage to Tom Alfred Frey. To...
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Sue Ann Yingling, 81, of California, MD (formerly of Leonardtown, MD) passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Hospice House of St. Mary’s with her loving family at her side. Born November 3, 1943, in Frederick County, MD, she was the daughter of the late Frank C. Cover Jr. and Frances Cover (nee:...
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Richard Timothy Beuchert, 64, of Hughesville, MD passed away May 15, 2025. Richard was born December 29, 1960, in Washington DC. Richard graduated from St. Mary’s Ryken in 1978, then went on to earn his associate’s degree from Charles County Community College. He began his career in the food industry, working at Perkins and...
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David Tye, beloved husband, artist, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home in California, Maryland, on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He is survived by his loving husband, Jason Butler Tye, who was his partner in life and creativity. David was preceded in death by his mother, Carol Sue Bray, and his father, David...
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Mary Lynn Whetstine, beloved mother, devoted friend, and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025. She was born on June 20, 1946, in Washington, D.C., to Joseph and Madeline Morningstar and was their only child. A proud graduate with a bachelor’s degree, Mary Lynn built a successful career as a Certified...
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Donald Swanson, Jr, 87, of Mechanicsville, MD, suddenly passed away on May 19, 2025. On January 21, 1938, Donald was born in Upper Marlboro, MD, to Donald and Ora Swanson. For most of his life, Donald worked as an electrician. His dedication to his craft was evident in the countless homes and businesses he...
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In a night filled with boundless potential, innovation, and hope, students from Great Mills High School lit up the room at the Pitch for Your Pocket, STEM competition hosted by the Carolyn E. Parker Foundation. The early Spring 2025 event concluded with the awarding of 7 student innovators, ready to bring their bold ideas to life....
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Do you have a hidden talent or a show-stopping skill? Now’s your chance to step into the spotlight! The Town of Leonardtown is excited to announce that audition submissions are officially open for the first-ever Leonardtown’s Got Talent — a community-wide talent competition designed to showcase the incredible performers of St. Mary’s County. From...
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Calvert County Government announces the retirement of Nova Tracy-Soper, who will retire from her role as County Treasurer on May 30, 2025, after serving 30 years in an elected capacity. Tracy-Soper held responsibility for overseeing the county’s tax collection operations. During her tenure, the office implemented several customer-facing improvements, including online credit card payments...
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Car enthusiasts and community members are invited to come out and support a meaningful cause at the King’s Way Car, Truck & Bike Show on Friday, May 31 (rain date: June 7). This special event is held in memory of Ollie Brown and to honor those affected by cancer, with all proceeds benefiting Hospice...
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For children grieving the death of a loved one, summer can be especially difficult — but Camp Nabi offers a space where healing and hope take root. Hosted by Chesapeake Life Center, this beloved weekend grief camp returns Aug. 8 to 10 at Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center in Millersville, Maryland, offering comfort, connection,...
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There will be a full-cycle test of the alert and notification sirens throughout St. Mary’s, Calvert, and Dorchester counties on Monday, June 2, 2025, at noon. This includes a three-minute activation of all sirens within the 10-mile area around Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. All citizens should be aware of this scheduled testing and...
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