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Eleanor Lloyd Baines, 94

Eleanor Lloyd Baines, 94

Eleanor Lloyd Baines, age 94 of La Plata, Maryland, died February 13 2018 under the care of Hospice of Charles County. Eleanor worked for 22 plus years with the Submarine Missile Program at the Naval Surface Weapons Station in Dahlgren, Virginia. She was a life-time member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Issue, Maryland...
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Arlene Elizabeth Riddle, 83

Arlene Elizabeth Riddle, 83

Arlene Elizabeth Riddle, 83 of Cobb Island, Maryland, died February 13, 2018 at the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center in La Plata, Maryland. Arlene was a Secretary for 55 plus years, mostly at Maryland Auto Insurance Company in Annapolis, Maryland. She was a former member for 25 years at the Eastern Star...
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Steve Francis Howe, 57

Steve Francis Howe, 57

Steve Francis Howe, age 57 of Mechanicsville, Maryland (formerly of Indian Head, Maryland), died February 13, 2018 at his residence. Steve was known for his big heart and would always help others. He was the son of Thomas William Howe, Sr. and Anna Ceceilia Wathen. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased...
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Carol Ann Chagnon, 74

Carol Ann Chagnon, 74

Carol Ann Chagnon, 74, of LaPlata, MD passed away on February 18, 2018 at Charles Regional Medical Center in LaPlata, MD. Carol was born on October 10, 1943 to the late Valent and Theresa Cikulin in Hamtramck, MI. Carol was a homemaker, past restaurant owner/cook, and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends....
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Hannelore Brigitte “Lo” Ely, 84

Hannelore Brigitte “Lo” Ely, 84

Hannelore Brigitte “Lo” Ely, 84, of California, MD, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD. She was born August 1, 1933 in Germany. Lo moved to the United States from Germany in the late 1950’s and became a nationalized citizen three years later. She managed the...
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James Anthony “Jim” Tiburzi, (Ret.) USN, 93

James Anthony “Jim” Tiburzi, (Ret.) USN, 93

James Anthony “Jim” Tiburzi, (Ret.) USN, 93, of Lexington Park, MD, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 27, 1924 in Baltimore, MD to the late Sabatino Tiburzi and Maria Vasti Tiburzi. He was married to the late Amy Woodburn Tiburzi for 64...
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Carlyle “Carl” Junior Whitley, 92

Carlyle “Carl” Junior Whitley, 92

Carlyle “Carl” Junior Whitley, 92, of Lusby, Maryland died on Saturday, February, 17, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Carl was born on May 13, 1925 in Belmont, North Carolina to the late Richard Luther Whitley and Julie Elizabeth Clark Whitley. Carl was a WWII veteran serving in the US Navy...
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Hisae “Kimmie” Clark, 77

Hisae “Kimmie” Clark, 77

Hisae “Kimmie” Clark, 77, of Lexington Park, MD, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2018 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Callaway, MD. She was born July 20, 1940 in Japan to the late Mr. and Mrs. Kikuzi Saito. On September 27, 1965, Kimmie married her beloved husband, Neil Edwin Clark. Together they celebrated...
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Mars Dubree Leadmon, 90

Mars Dubree Leadmon, 90

Mars Dubree Leadmon, 90, of Fort Washington, was peacefully escorted into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 17, 2018. Our beloved father rests in eternal glory after boldly devoting his life to sharing the Good News of the gospel. Mars was born on April 12, 1927 in Pittsburgh, PA....
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Robert Lee “Big Chase” Chase, Jr., 65

Robert Lee “Big Chase” Chase, Jr., 65

Robert Lee “Big Chase” Chase, Jr., 65, of Lexington Park, MD went Home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 15, 2018. He was born on March 4, 1952 in Leonardtown, MD to the late Robert Lee Chase, Sr. and Agnes Marie Campbell. Robert was a lifelong resident of Southern Maryland. He worked...
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Catherine Lynn Dale, 64

Catherine Lynn Dale, 64

Catherine Lynn Dale, 64, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at her home. She was born July 28, 1953 in Baltimore, MD to the late Hamilton William Adams and Mary Catherine Fitzmaurice Adams. In 1980, Lynn married her beloved husband, Donald Madison Dale, in Leonardtown, MD. Together they celebrated over...
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Mary Helen Morgan Keenan, 84

Mary Helen Morgan Keenan, 84

Mary Helen Morgan Keenan, 84, of Chaptico, MD passed away Thursday, February 15, 2018 at Chesapeake Shores Nursing Center in Lexington Park, MD. She was born May 21, 1933 in Clements, MD to the late William Henry Morgan and Pearl Louise Hayden. On March 21, 1953, Mary Helen married her beloved husband, John Webster...
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Robert “Scott” Gaines, 57

Robert “Scott” Gaines, 57, of Lexington Park, MD, formerly of Bowie, MD passed away on February 18, 2018 in Lexington Park, MD. Born on January 11, 1961 in St. Louis, MO, he was the son of Sara M. Gaines and Robert M. Gaines of Bowie, MD. Scott is survived by his loving fiancée Kristie...
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Barbara Ann Jones Curtis, 76

Barbara Ann Jones Curtis, 76

Barbara Ann Jones Curtis, 76, of Lothian, MD passed away in Washington, DC on February 17, 2018. Born on January 23, 1942 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Venita Elaine Talbert Jones and Alton Harris Jones. Barbara is survived by her fiancée James O. Dyson of Lothian, MD. Barbara is...
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Mary “Maeve” O’Sullivan

Mary “Maeve” O’Sullivan died on February 17, 2018, at St. Mary’s Nursing Center in Leonardtown, MD, finding release after spending many years in the twilight of Alzheimer’s disease. She was born August 29, 1926, to Dennis O’Mahony and Elizabeth Buckley O’Mahony in Kanturk, County Cork, Ireland. She was the youngest of six children. She...
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Pinkey Stewart

Peacefully on Monday, February 19, 2018. Pinkey Stewart went home to be with the lord. Family and friends will unite from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Central Baptist Church, 5600 Old Branch Avenue, Temple Hills, MD 20748. Interment will follow at Parklawn Memorial Gardens in Rockville, MD.
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Erica Denise Rhodes, 39

Erica Denise Rhodes, 39

Erica Denise Rhodes, 39 of Callaway, MD, entered into eternal rest on February 16, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. Family and friends will unite on Friday, February 23, 2018 for visitation at 9 am until time of service at 11 am at Gospel Tabernacle of Prayer Church, 24516 Budds Creek Road, Clements, MD...
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Two Juveniles at Leonardtown HS Charged with Threats of Mass Violence

Two Juveniles at Leonardtown HS Charged with Threats of Mass Violence

On Friday, February 16, 2018, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office received information regarding two male juveniles, who attend Leonardtown High School, who were overheard discussing a recent school shooting. According to a concerned citizen, the juveniles made statements about bringing firearms to school, and how they were too smart to be caught. The...
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Police Officer Killed in Prince George’s County

Police Officer Killed in Prince George’s County

The Prince George’s County Police Department released the following statements The suspect who killed our officer was shot and killed by responding law enforcement. More details later. With broken hearts, we are announcing that one of our officers was shot and killed today. The brave officer was shot while stepping in to protect a woman...
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Waldorf Woman Busted with 2 Pounds of Marijuana in Hotel Parking Lot

Waldorf Woman Busted with 2 Pounds of Marijuana in Hotel Parking Lot

On February 20, 2018 at approximately 11:00 p.m., Deputy Collins, from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office, was conducting a patrol check at the Hampton Inn, in Waldorf. Police observed a female sitting in the driver seat of a blue Mitsubishi Mirage, the vehicle was backed into a parking spot and was facing towards the...
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DUI Saturation Patrol Initiative to Take Place in Charles County

DUI Saturation Patrol Initiative to Take Place in Charles County

The Maryland State Police La Plata Barrack in cooperation with the Maryland State Police Washington Metro Troop, Charles County Sheriff’s Office, La Plata Town Police and Maryland Transportation Authority Police will be conducting a DUI Saturation Patrol Initiative. The initiative will take place on February 22, 2018, and enforcement efforts will be targeting US Route...
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Former Firefighter Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Sex Abuse of a Minor

Former Firefighter Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Sex Abuse of a Minor

Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County announced that on Tuesday, February 20, 2018, Charles County Circuit Court Judge Amy J. Bragunier sentenced Donald McCoy Stancell, Jr., 39, to 25 years in prison for Sexual Abuse of a Minor. On November 6, 2015, the victim, who was under 18 years of age, reported to...
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Lusby Man Arrested for Possession of Crack Cocaine & Heroin

Lusby Man Arrested for Possession of Crack Cocaine & Heroin

On February 6, 2018, at approximately 11:20 p.m., Corporal Esnes from the Maryland State Police Prince Frederick Barrack stopped a vehicle for traffic violations on Route 4 near German Chapel Road in Prince Frederick. Trooper First Class Rucker arrived to assist. A K-9 scan was requested and resulted in a positive alert. A probable...
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Waldorf Man Arrested After Employee and Customer Stop Robbery

Waldorf Man Arrested After Employee and Customer Stop Robbery

On February 14 at 9:47 p.m., officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to a gas station convenience store in the 11500 block of Berry Road in Waldorf for the report of an assault in progress. Upon arrival, officers discovered two victims holding the suspect on the floor and restraining his arms. Investigation...
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Hughesville Man Arrested for Assault, After Hit and Run Accident

Hughesville Man Arrested for Assault, After Hit and Run Accident

On February 10 at 2:08 p.m., officers responded to the Lowes parking lot, in Waldorf, for the report of a hit and run and assault. According to the victim, the suspect struck his car and failed to stop. The victim followed the suspect to a nearby parking lot where the victim said the suspect...
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