Laci Nicole Herbert,35, of Nanjemoy Crossed on Tuesday August 13, 2019. She is survived by her parents, Mark Herbert Sr and Terri Davis Herbert. Her brothers, Mark Herbert Jr and Zacerry Herbert. Her Grandmother, Anne Herbert and Grandfather,Gwynne D. Davis. God Daughter Madison Milne. God Mother, Karen Thompson and God Father Michael Robert. Also,...
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As the Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department moves forward with the new building project, we remember our foundation and where this journey originally began. We are honored to show you the future of PFVFD. These renderings are the first time our department has released any images to the public. In August 1960, The Calvert...
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CSM Secures Transfer Agreements for CSM Students to 46 Universities, Including the American Business School in Paris The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) continues to make it easier, and more affordable, for CSM graduates to continue their academic journey to a four-year institution. CSM graduates who meet certain criteria are now given priority enrollment...
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On Wednesday, September 18, 2019 approximately 4:00 a.m., police responded to 9120 Pardoe Road in Lusby, for the vehicle fire reported out. Police arrived on the scene to find a 2005 Ford F-350 truck with fire damage to the interior of the vehicle. No fire department services were needed. The owner was identified as...
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal has seen numerous burn injuries as a result of open air burning this month. State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci would like to remind residents about the necessary steps to reduce their risk of injury while conducting an open air burn. “Burning a large pile of brush...
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On Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 11:00 a.m., to 4:00 p.m., the Southern Maryland Volunteer Firemen’s Association will be hosting an antique fire apparatus muster at MFRI’s Southern Maryland Regional Training Academy at 10375 Audie Lane in La Plata. Visitors will be able to view new and old apparatus side by side to see...
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Historic St. Mary’s City announces openings for their newest workshop that will allow guests to color with natural materials. Using natural dyes is an ancient craft, rich in history and traditions, dating back centuries. Join Historic St. Mary’s City for an informative and fun hands-on workshop that will be full of surprises. Participants will...
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State’s Attorney Richard Fritz and Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling prosecuted Defendant Regina Malvalee Claggett-Brown, 49, for her involvement with a 2016 overdose death case involving heroin. Claggett-Brown was convicted by a jury and sentenced to prison. She appealed her conviction. The Court of Special Appeals of Maryland affirmed the Defendant’s conviction siding...
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On Tuesday, September 17, 2019, a deputy from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Bureau of the Alcohol and Firearms (ATF) with a firearms investigation. During the investigation Daiquan Malik Barnett, 22, of District Heights was observed in possession of a handgun concealed in the waistband of his pants. Barnett is currently...
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The Maryland Department of Health and Opioid Operational Command Center (OOCC) has released its 2019 second quarter report, which shows that Maryland has experienced its first six-month decline in the total number of opioid-related fatalities in at least a decade. Release of the report comes during National Recovery Month, a time to raise awareness...
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Ann P. Swann, 79, of LaPlata, MD passed away on September 13, 2019 at The John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD. Born in Washington, DC on June 30, 1940 to the late Claude Pennington and Constance Pennington, Ann is also predeceased by her granddaughter, Megan Sheridan. She is survived by her husband, Thomas E....
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James (Jim) Francis Zurenko, age 73, passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 15, 2019. Jim was born on August 22, 1946 in Spangler, Pennsylvania to the late Francis and Mary Louise Zurenko. He is survived by his brother, Joe Zurenko and wife Diane Zurenko, three children and their spouses: James Zurenko, wife Jenna Zurenko...
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Betty Mae Whittington, 88, of Lothian passed away September 15, 2019 in Annapolis. She was born May 31, 1931 in Largo, MD to Roy and Caroline (Hense) Thieme. Betty married Carl Whittington in 1951 and they moved to Lothian in 1969. She was employed as a food service manager for Prince George’s County school...
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Gretta Dean Theis Goshorn, age 82 of White Plains, Maryland, died September 14, 2019 at Fenwick Landing in Waldorf, Maryland. Gretta was born in St. Louis, Missouri and then raised her family in Temple Hills, Maryland. She retired from NASA and UFCW (United Food and Commercial Workers) and was an owner of Fabulous Feast...
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Virginia “Ginny” Sullivan Hoover, 76, died September 14, 2019. Ginny was a Program Analyst with Federal Aviation Administration for 40 plus years and was of the Baptist faith. She enjoyed buying gifts for family and friends. She was the daughter of Herman E. Sullivan, Jr. and Nellie O. Fisher. In addition to her father,...
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Melvin Wilfred Lange, age 91 of La Plata, Maryland, died September 17, 2019 at his residence. Melvin was a member of Security Traders Association. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served during World War II where he received a Victory Medal. He was a member of National Christian Choir and...
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Bertina Agnes Riche, 76 of District Heights, MD, entered into eternal rest on September 11, 2019. Family and friends will unite on Saturday, September 21, 2019 for visitation at 10 am until time of service at 11 am at Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home, 38576 Brett Way, Mechanicsville, MD. Interment to follow at St. George’s Island...
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Leonard Ambrose Knott, 74, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on September 15, 2019 in Mechanicsville. Born on March 30, 1945, he was the son of the late Joseph Ambrose Knott and Ada Catherine (Goldsboro) Knott. Leonard worked as a diesel auto mechanic most of his adult life. He considered coming home with grease on...
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Peggy “Peg” Ann Taylor, 90, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away peacefully at her home on September 15, 2019. Peg was born on July 8, 1929 in Washington, D.C. to the late Alvah K. Randall and Anna. S. (Sanalitro) Randall. Peg met her best friend and forever love, Aaron N. Taylor and they spent over...
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Jason Troy Medlin was born July 24, 1978 in Baltimore, Maryland. He resided in Southern Maryland. He was a Journeyman electrician employed at A&G Electric in Hollywood Maryland. Jason was a graduate of Thomas Stone High school. He is survived by his Fiancé, Tiffany Mohler, Daughter, Cynthia Medlin, Mother, Chris Early Forbush, Father, Lonnie...
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Paul Wilfred Clements, 92, of Ridge, MD passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown, MD. He was born in Washington, D.C. to the late Stephen Bernard and Ruby Kendrick Clements. Paul served in the U.S. Navy during WWII from 1945 – 1946. He was an electrician before...
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E. Leigh Alvey, 86, of Lexington Park, MD passed away on September 12, 2019 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Leigh was born on January 25, 1933 to the late Charles Thebaud Cullison and Mary Claudia Wood Cullison. Leigh was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, born and raised in Ridge, MD....
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John “Jack” Alexander McPherson, 93, of Brandywine passed away peacefully on September 12, 2019 at his home surrounded by family and friends. Jack was born on July 17, 1926 in Aquasco, MD to the late Charles Henry Adams and the late Emily Ruth Summers McPherson. Jack served in the US Marine Corps during the...
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Brenda Lee Johnson, 64, of Oraville, MD passed away on September 13, 2019 at the Burnett Hospice House located in Calvert County, MD surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 13, 1954, at Old Sibley Hospital in Washington D.C, she was the daughter of the late James Oscar Buckler and Helen Louise Buckler...
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