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Philip Martin Chase, Sr., 78

Philip Martin Chase, Sr., 78

Philip Martin Chase, Sr., 78, known as “Phil”, “Roach”, “PC from DC”, and many more nicknames, earned his wings in the early morning hours of January 6, 2021 at his home in Lexington Park, Maryland. Philip was born to the late Mary Catherine Nolan and John Philip Chase on December 22, 1942, in Helen,...
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Solly Higgs, 78

Solly Higgs, 78 of Leonardtown, MD passed away peacefully at his home on January 2, 2021. He was born on June 26, 1942 in Compton, MD to the late John Leon Higgs, Sr. and Helen Victoria Pilkerton Higgs. Solly was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. On September 12, 1964 he married his...
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John Preston Miller lll, 53 “Preston”

John Preston Miller lll, 53 “Preston”

On January 1, 2021 John Preston Miller lll, “Preston” of Saint Leonard, MD passed away at the age of 53. Preston was born on December 9, 1967 in Silver Spring, MD to Karen Miller and the late John Preston Miller Jr. Preston was a fleet supervisor of the vehicle maintenance facility for the United...
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William “Billy” Edward Scanlin, Jr., 56

William “Billy” Edward Scanlin, Jr., 56

William “Billy” Edward Scanlin, Jr., 56, of Port Tobacco, MD passed away on December 24, 2020. William was a beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend; born on January 24, 1964 in Washington, DC to the late William E. Scanlin, Sr. and Barbara J. Scanlin. He is survived by his loving wife of 33...
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Charles Roy “Chuck” Hall, 85

Charles Roy “Chuck” Hall, 85

Charles Roy “Chuck” Hall, 85, a 44-year resident of Owings passed away January 9, 2021 at his home surrounded by family. He was born March 20, 1935 in Newkirk, OK to Leo and Martha Hall and was raised in Fresno, CA. After graduating from Roosevelt High School in 1952, he enlisted in the United...
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Dorothy Marie Coleman, 69

Dorothy Marie Coleman, 69, of Huntingtown passed away January 10, 2021 at her residence. She was born March 16, 1951 in Washington, DC to Herman and Mary Jane (Dixon) Sears. Dorothy was raised Lothian on her family’s farm and graduated from Southern High School. She married Michael Coleman on June 20, 1986 and they...
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Lorraine F. Brosius

Lorraine F. Brosius

Lorraine F. Brosius went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 1st, 2021, due to kidney failure. She was 84 years old. Born on February 21st, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Golda Heare Felix. Lorraine lived in Gettysburg, PA, for the first 18 years...
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Joseph Edward “Joe” Farrell, 76

Joseph Edward “Joe” Farrell, 76

Joseph Edward “Joe” Farrell, 76, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021 at his residence. Born on October 30, 1944 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late Joseph Bernard and Mary Agnes Harden Farrell. He was the loving husband of the late Wanda Gayle Farrell, whom he married...
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Colton Tyler Kirchner, 13

Colton Tyler Kirchner, 13

Colton Tyler Kirchner, 13, of Hollywood, MD passed away on January 2, 2021 in Washington, DC. He was born on July 5, 2007 in Leonardtown, MD and was the loving son of Anne Kirchner and Joshua Kirchner of Hollywood, MD. Colton is survived by his sister Audrey Kirchner of Hollywood, MD. He was in...
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William Melvin “Billy” Pilkerton, III, 54

William Melvin “Billy” Pilkerton, III, 54

William Melvin “Billy” Pilkerton, III, 54 of California, MD passed away on Monday, January 4, 2021 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD due to complications of Covid-19. Billy was born on Wednesday, October 26, 1966 in Leonardtown, MD to his loving parents William Melvin Pilkerton, Jr. and Agnes Cecelia. Billy was the loving...
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Darrell Peter Frerichs, “Tiny”, 77

Darrell Peter Frerichs, “Tiny”, 77

Darrell Peter Frerichs, “Tiny”, 77, of Loveville, MD formerly from Clarksville, IA passed away at his home on January 6, 2021. He was born on September 22, 1943 in Clarksville, IA and was the son of the late Pauline Matilda Wedeking Frerichs and George Henry Frerichs. Darrell was the loving husband of Sandra Sue...
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James Kenneth Moran, “Kenny”, 59

James Kenneth Moran, “Kenny”, 59

James Kenneth Moran, “Kenny”, 59, of Hollywood, MD passed away on January 7, 2021 in Hollywood, MD. Kenny was born on October 30, 1961 and was the loving son of Jane R. Moran of Hollywood, MD and the late James O. Moran. Kenny is survived by his daughter, Heather Moran of North Carolina, his...
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Charles Coaston

On Tuesday, January 5, 2021, Charles Coaston departed this earthly life. Family and friends will unite Friday, January 15, 2021 from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm. Private service and will immediately follow. Our staff remains vigilant about cleaning our facilities and ensuring we’re all following recommended healthy habits, such as staying home when sick,...
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Lolita Davis

Lolita Davis

On Saturday, January 2, 2021, Lolita Davis departed this earthly life. Memorial services for Ms.Davis will be a private family event.
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Delores Ann Cox

Delores Ann Cox

Peacefully on Sunday, January 10, 2021, Delores went home to be with the Lord surrounded by her loving family. Friends may unite with the family on Saturday, January 16, 2021 from 9:00 am until time of Life Celebration Service 11:00 a.m. at NOT ABOUT ME MINISTRIES located at 3106 Branch Avenue in Temple Hills,...
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Anthony Marquette Lee “Big Tony” or “Tony”

Anthony Marquette Lee “Big Tony” or “Tony”

A Legend’s Tale Anthony Marquette Lee, affectionately known as “Big Tony” or “Tony”, was born on November 1, 1968 to the late Sharon Jean Jones Lee and James Alexander “Bo” Lee. He was peacefully ushered into the presence of God on January 4, 2021. Tony was born and raised in Washington, DC where he...
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George Vernon Maddox, 72

George Vernon Maddox, 72

George Vernon Maddox, 72 of Valley Lee, MD, entered into eternal rest on January 10, 2021. On Monday, January 18, 2021, visitation will begin at 10 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am at St. George’s Catholic Church, 19199 St. George’s Church Road, Valley Lee, MD 20692. Interment to follow in the...
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Clara Isabelle Scriber, 83

Clara Isabelle Scriber, 83

Clara Isabelle Scriber, 83, of Hartsdale, New York, was called home to her heavenly father on December 31, 2020. She was born August 26, 1937, in Baltimore, Maryland to Francis Scriber and Ardell Elizabeth Curtis Scriber, who both preceded her in death. She pursued her education in the St. Mary’s County Public School System....
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Patrick “Pat” Vincent Scriber Sr, 57

Patrick “Pat” Vincent Scriber Sr, 57

Patrick “Pat” Vincent Scriber Sr, 57 of Lexington Park, MD, died on January 5, 2021 at Georgetown MedStar Hospital, Washington, DC, with his wife and daughter by his side. Born June 30, 1964, he was the son of Joseph Randolph and Rosa Alberta Scriber. He was the 9th of 10 siblings. Pat received his...
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UPDATE: Silver Alert Cancelled, Missing 84-Year-Old Leonardtown Woman Found Safe and Unharmed

UPDATE: Silver Alert Cancelled, Missing 84-Year-Old Leonardtown Woman Found Safe and Unharmed

UPDATE 1/13/2021 at 5:24 p.m: Helen Pauline Lococo has been located and is safe. 1/12/2021: The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has activated a Silver Alert for missing person Helen Pauline Lococo, age 84, a white female that suffers from Dementia. Helen was last seen On Monday, January 11, 2021, around 3:00 p.m., and...
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New Species of Fossil Found Along Calvert Cliffs

New Species of Fossil Found Along Calvert Cliffs

On April 27, 2019, local fossil enthusiasts Stephen Groff and Marcus Jones found a partial skull of a fossil fish along Calvert Cliffs. Little did they know at the time that it would turn out to be the find of a lifetime. Using a microscope, needles, and fine brushes, Groff carefully removed the entombing...
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Charles County Speed Camera Program Week of January 10, to January 17, 2021

Charles County Speed Camera Program Week of January 10, to January 17, 2021

The Speed Camera Program operates at schools that are open, and or for those dispensing meals and educational supplies for our students. Please drive responsibly, especially when traveling in the area of these schools. During the week of January 10, 2021, speed cameras will be in the following locations: Leonardtown Road at Thomas Stone...
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COVID-19 Vaccination Registration Available for St. Mary’s County Residents Age 75 Years and Older

COVID-19 Vaccination Registration Available for St. Mary’s County Residents Age 75 Years and Older

The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) has opened COVID-19 vaccination registration for St. Mary’s County residents aged 75 years or older in preparation for phase 1B of local COVID vaccination efforts.  Registration available at: www.smchd.org/covid-19-vaccine  The Department of Aging & Human Services in cooperation with SMCHD is available to provide registration assistance for...
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St. Mary’s County January 12, 2021 Commissioner Meeting Rollup

St. Mary’s County January 12, 2021 Commissioner Meeting Rollup

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County held their regular business meeting, Tuesday, January 12, 2021, in the Chesapeake Building in Leonardtown. Dr. Tuajuanda Jordan, President of St. Mary’s College of Maryland, provided the State of the College report that included information on the college’s COVID-19 response, an enrollment update and details on upcoming programs....
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Two Maryland Circuit Court Judges Appointed to New Leadership Roles

Two Maryland Circuit Court Judges Appointed to New Leadership Roles

Maryland Court of Appeals Chief Judge Mary Ellen Barbera has named Judge Fred S. Hecker circuit administrative judge for the Fifth Judicial Circuit, which includes Anne Arundel, Carroll, and Howard counties. In addition, Chief Judge Barbera named Judge Glenn L. Klavans county administrative judge of the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County. Judges Hecker...
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