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Kathleen Anne Amos, 69,

Kathleen Anne Amos, 69,

Kathleen Anne Amos, 69, of Lexington Park, MD passed away on December 3rd, 2022, surrounded by her loved ones. Kathleen was born on April 30th, 1953, to the late Harry Oliver Ewing, and Dorothy (Derr) Ewing in Washington, D.C. All Funeral Services are private. Condolences may be made to the family at www.mgfh.com
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Gerald “Skip” Thomas Adkins, 72,

Gerald “Skip” Thomas Adkins, 72,

Gerald “Skip” Thomas Adkins, 72, passed away surrounded by loved ones on December 23, 2022, in Leonardtown, MD. Skip was a decorated veteran who served in the Vietnam War with multiple units including K Co./75th Ranger Regiment (4ID). Upon his return from Vietnam, Skip continued his employment with what is now Verizon and spent more...
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Todd Lee Rose, 66,

Todd Lee Rose, 66,

Todd Lee Rose, 66, of Hollywood, Maryland, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 23, 2022. He was born on July 9, 1956 on a military base in Germany to Annette Fultz and the late Howard Rose Jr. Todd was a retired Chief Petty Officer who served 20 years in the US Navy. He...
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Mary Louise Unger Baldwin, 95,

Mary Louise Unger Baldwin, 95,

Mary Louise Unger Baldwin, 95, of Leonardtown, MD, went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2022 after a short battle with RSV. She was born on August 29, 1927 in Baltimore, MD she was the daughter of the late William J. Puls and Margaret M. Puls (Geraghty). Mary Lou spent the majority...
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Deborah Lynn (Shreve/Dawson) Estabrook

Deborah Lynn (Shreve/Dawson) Estabrook

“Remember me with love and laughter, not tears, for I am with my Lord and Savior” Deborah Lynn (Shreve/Dawson) Estabrook went home to heaven on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. Debbie was born June 12, 1957 in Lynchburg, VA.  She was the oldest daughter to Charles and Myrtle Shreve.  She was a devoted Christian and...
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James Timothy Lawson, 60,

James Timothy Lawson, 60,

James Timothy Lawson, 60, of Callaway, MD, passed away on December 18, 2022 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD. He was born on April 6, 1962, in Annapolis, MD to the late Patrick Thomas Lawson and Virginia Davis Lawson, teachers in Calvert County. Tim grew up in Calvert County, on the beach,...
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William Clement (Clem) Butler, Jr.74,

William Clement (Clem) Butler, Jr.74,

William Clement (Clem) Butler, Jr.74, was born to the late William Clement Butler, Sr. and Myrtle Sarah (Harris) Butler on January 23, 1948. He died suddenly at his home on December 20, 2022. Clem spent much of his adult life in Boston, Massachusetts where he was a Mason with the Carver Lodge, Dorchester, Mass. ...
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William Francis “Billy” Hewitt, 71,

William Francis “Billy” Hewitt, 71,

SERVICES HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM 12/23/2022 TO 1/06/2023! William Francis “Billy” Hewitt, 71 of Callaway, MD passed away suddenly on December 15, 2022 at Medstar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. He was born on March 18, 1951 in Leonardtown, MD to Mary Lillian Johnson Hewitt of Callaway, MD and the late Francis Emmanuel...
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Robert Barton (Pete) Maddox

Robert Barton (Pete) Maddox

Robert Barton (Pete) Maddox, born on September 3, 1931 and departed this world on December 8, 2022 – loving life and people.  Pete was active in the O.H.V.F.D. in MD since the age of 13.  Served in various positions and that of Chief.  Admitted to the P.G.C.V.F.D. Hall of Fame in 2002.  Served as...
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Betty Jean Brown, age 90,

Betty Jean Brown, age 90,

Betty Jean Brown, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2022.  Betty was born on December 11, 1932, in Los Angeles, California. Betty was a beautician and a realtor.  She enjoyed swimming, crocheting, fishing, eating crabs on their porch, and most of all spending time with all of her family. She is survived...
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Lillian “Lil” Michaliga Komar, 79,

Lillian “Lil” Michaliga Komar, 79,

Lillian “Lil” Michaliga Komar, 79, of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away on December 2, 2022 in White Plains, MD. On October 17, 1943, Lil was born to the late Joseph Dominic Michaliga and Mary Elizabeth Snee Michaliga in Washington, DC. She worked as a receptionist for Ken Dixon Automotive for many years before becoming...
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Joshua “Josh” Anthony Ocasio, 42,

Joshua “Josh” Anthony Ocasio, 42,

Joshua “Josh” Anthony Ocasio, 42, of Saint Inigoes Md, passed away at home surrounded by his wife and children on December 19, 2022 after his two-year battle with Leukemia. Josh was born on June 25, 1980 to his beloved parents, Oscar Ocasio and Adela Ocasio in Yokota AFB in Fussa, Japan. After Josh graduated from...
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Everett L. Dement, 82,

Everett L. Dement, 82,

Everett L. Dement, 82, of Leonardtown, MD passed away at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital on Saturday, December 17, 2022. “Lattie”, as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. As a young boy with a large family, Lattie worked many odd jobs to help his parents...
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Gloria F. Carroll,72,

Gloria F. Carroll,72,

Gloria F. Carroll,72, of California, Md, passed away on December 14, 2022 at her home. She was born in Beachville, Md. on October 1, 1950 to the recently departed Geraldine Carroll. After her schooling, Gloria worked for many years as part of the kitchen staff at St. Mary’s College. She led a quiet life...
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Arthur S. Jett, Sr., 86,

Arthur S. Jett, Sr., 86,

Arthur S. Jett, Sr., 86, of Mechanicsville, Maryland passed away on December 11, 2022 with his family by his side. Born on June 17, 1936 to Charles Samuel Jett and Martha Cecilia Boswell Jett, he was the 5th of 7 children. Arthur graduated from high school and enlisted in the Air Force.  He worked...
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Patricia Simon Birch, 85,

Patricia Simon Birch, 85,

Patricia Simon Birch, 85, of Ridge, MD died on December 19, 2022 at MedStar Georgetown Hospital in Washington D.C. with her loving family at her side. She was born on April 30, 1937 in Baltimore, MD to the late Harry Simon and Lillian Winkler Simon. On December 28, 1957, Pat married the love of...
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Maria “Mary” Elizabeth Johnson, 93,

Maria “Mary” Elizabeth Johnson, 93,

Maria “Mary” Elizabeth Johnson, 93, of Hughesville, MD passed away on December 1, 2022, at her home. Mary was born on May 17, 1929, to John and Eva Reisenauer in Washington state. In 1946 she met Don Johnson in Spokane, Washington. They were married in 1947 and were together for 60 years until his...
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Clara Angela Gardiner (Flerlage), 92,

Clara Angela Gardiner (Flerlage), 92,

Clara Angela Gardiner (Flerlage), 92, of Hughesville, MD, peacefully passed away on December 16, 2022. On July 10, 1930, Clara was born to the late August and Helen Margaret Flerlage in Gallant Green, Waldorf, MD. After graduating from La Plata High School in 1948, she went on to work as a toll collector at...
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Dottie Pearl Brofft (NEE Fink)

Dottie Pearl Brofft (NEE Fink)

Dottie Pearl Brofft (NEE Fink) passed away Dec. 16, 2022 at the age of 106 in Leonardtown, MD. Dottie was born November 10, 1916 and grew up on the family farm in Harrison County, Indiana with her parents Jesse and Nellie (NEE Keen) Fink and her siblings. Dottie completed high school at age 16...
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Robah “Robie” Ellis Garner, Jr., 93,

Robah “Robie” Ellis Garner, Jr., 93,

Robah “Robie” Ellis Garner, Jr., 93, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on December 11, 2022 in North Carolina. Born on September 5, 1929, in North Carolina, he was the son of the late Robah Ellis Garner and Julia Melida Ashley Garner.  Robah grew up in a large family, one of thirteen children. Robie married...
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Leonila Reyes Hartswick, 78,

Leonila Reyes Hartswick, 78,

Leonila Reyes Hartswick, 78, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on December 11, 2022. Leonila was born July 17, 1944, in St. Carlos, Philippines to Juan Mararac and Maria Reyes. After Leonila graduated from high school, she went on to become a career Master Cosmetologist. Leonila married Thomas G. Hartswick on February 2, 1964. They...
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Matthew Henry Kandler

Matthew Henry Kandler

Matthew was born sleeping on December 12th with his parents by his side. Matthew is survived by his parents, Elliott Steven and Elizabeth Wathen Kandler; his brother, John Michael Kandler; and his grandparents, Faith Wathen and Michael Langley, Sr., Kimberly and Bryan Wilson, and Jeff and Susan Kandler. A Graveside Service will be held...
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Charles David Farrell, 74,

Charles David Farrell, 74,

We mournfully announce the passing of Charles David Farrell, 74, of Mechanicsville, MD. On December 21, 2022, Charles passed away peacefully. Charles, born to the late Archie and Catherine Farrell, took his first breath on November 30, 1948. While Charles never married, he devoted most of his time to his significant other, Mary Helen...
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John William Dorsey Sr. 82,

John William Dorsey Sr. 82,

John William Dorsey Sr. 82, of Mechanicsville, Maryland passed peacefully from this life to be with his loving Savior on December 9, 2022, in Mechanicsville, Virginia. John was born February 10, 1940, in Cumberland, Maryland to Irvin and Dorothy Dorsey. John married the love of his life Millie Montgomery on February 1, 1969 and...
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Elizabeth Ann Reynolds, 67,

Elizabeth Ann Reynolds, 67,

Elizabeth Ann Reynolds, 67 of Hollywood, MD, passed away on December 11, 2022 at her home in Hollywood surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 22, 1955 in Greensburg, Pennsylvania to the late Joseph Gribbon and Dorris (Osterwise) Gribbon. Elizabeth graduated from Ledyard High School in 1975. Upon graduation she had...
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