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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The world became a little less bright on May 12, 2025 with the passing of George “Junior” Contee. George was born on September 3, 1938 to parents George H Contee Sr. and Alice Wallace. He attended Brooks High School. George and Bertha married on November 17, 1962. George was a man of wisdom, kindness,...
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Owain Elliott Owens, III, 86, of Lothian, MD passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025. Elliott, as he was known, was born July 28, 1938, in Annapolis, MD, the only child of the late Owain Elliott Owens, Jr. and Myrtle Trott Owens, and was raised on the family farm in Bristol, now known as...
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It is in a state of total devastation that we announce the sudden passing of Steven Anthony Hartling. Steve was born in the Bronx, NY on January 17, 1977, and so leaves us at barely 48 years old. He attended school in the Lakeland School District a bit further upstate in NY, and then...
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Albert Schwencer, 95, of Sunderland, passed away May 10, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. He was born December 26, 1929, in Battle Creek, MI to Albert J. and Irene Faye (Fruin) Schwencer. Al grew up in Springfield, MI and graduated from Springfield High School and later from Michigan Tech University. He married...
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Edward Frederick Hainke, Jr., 93, of Lusby, MD and formerly of Baltimore, MD, passed away on May 10, 2025 in Solomons, MD. Born January 7, 1932 in Baltimore, MD he was the son of the late Edward Frederick Hainke, Sr. and Ann B. Coski. Edward attended Mount St. Joseph High School and the Maryland...
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Darlene W Bowen, a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother passed away on May 9, 2025, at the age of 76. She is survived by her husband William Bowen (married 55 years), children Ronald Bowen (Rebecca Bowen), Kelli Short (Douglas Short), grandchildren Taylor Kline (Trevor Kline), Matthew Short, Jacob Bowen, Collin Short, great grandchildren...
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Florence E. Norris, 87, of Sherwood, Maryland, passed away peacefully at her home on May 9, 2025. She was born on April 20, 1938, in Pennsylvania to the late Nathan and Christina Cowan. Florence dedicated 35 years of service to Verizon before retiring. She had a passion for reading, gardening, and spending time with...
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Charles (Chuck) Gerard Wright II, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, at the age of 69, surrounded by his loving family in their home. Born on December 1, 1955, in Washington, D.C., Chuck lived a life filled with love, adventure, and cherished moments with those closest to...
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Katherine Eileen Quade, 85, a lifelong resident of Calvert County passed away May 8, 2025. She was born June 7, 1939, to Walter Willis and Madeline Catherine (Walsh) Williams. Katherine worked at Abner’s Crab House for over 30 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed shooting pool, playing darts, bowling, cards, and listening to...
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James L. Brown (Jim) passed away at Calvert County Nursing Center on Thursday, May 8th , 2025. James L. Brown was born in Front Royal, VA on June 30, 1960, to James L. Brown Sr. and Barbara Elaine Rowe. James grew up in Front Royal. He has always enjoyed friends, fishing and the great outdoors. Jim...
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Brenda Darlene DeGroot, 67, of St. Leonard, Maryland passed away May 5, 2025, at her home. Daughter of Joseph L. DiGiulian and Irene J. DiGiulian, Brenda was born on April 11, 1958. Brenda was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with or talking to family and friends daily. Brenda loved...
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