Monthly Archives: October 2017

George R. Steinback, Jr, 88

George R. Steinback, Jr, 88, of Mechanicsville passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 8, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born in Montoursville, PA on November 23, 1928 to the late George Sr. and Violet Smith Steinback. George is survived by his wife of 68 years, Lillian Alberta Murdoch; his...
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Olive Elizabeth Dyck, 89

Olive Elizabeth Dyck, 89

Olive Elizabeth Dyck, 89, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away at her residence in Mechanicsville, MD on October 8, 2017 with her family at her bedside. Olive was born in Washington, DC to the late Oliver and Lillie Lee Ford on November 6, 1927. Olive met the love of her life, Harvey Dyck, while he...
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Daniel “Dan” Gerald Bellere, Sr., 67

Daniel “Dan” Gerald Bellere, Sr., 67

Daniel “Dan” Gerald Bellere, Sr., 67, of Waldorf, passed away on October 8, 2017. Born in Washington, DC on March 20, 1950, he was the son of the late Louis Bellere and the late Mary Alice Bowles Bellere. Dan is survived by his wife, Brenda Lee Graves Bellere, his son, Daniel G. Bellere, II...
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Albert “Al” Saavedra, 90

Albert “Al” Saavedra, 90

Albert “Al” Saavedra, 90, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on October 7, 2017 at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD. He was born on January 28, 1927 in Valhalla, NY to the late Segundo Saavedra and Mary Trinkes. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his loving wife of...
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Andrew Leroy Cather, 57

Andrew Leroy Cather, 57

Andrew Leroy Cather died suddenly at home on October 5, 2017. He was 57. Born June 25, 1960 in Evanston IL, he was the youngest child of Donald Warren Cather and Maxine Miller Cather. He grew up in Port Chester, NY, and Stone Mountain GA. In 1979 he moved to Colton’s Pt., MD, with...
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Mary Frances Tippett, 95

Mary Frances Tippett, 95

Mary Frances Tippett, 95, of Avenue, MD passed away on October 9, 2017 in Callaway, MD. Born on December 22, 1921 in Leonardtown, MD. Mary was the daughter of the late Mildred Bailey Blair and Herman Oscar Blair. Mary was the loving wife of the late James Irvin Tippett, who she married in Holy...
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Christopher Goldsmith

Christopher Goldsmith

Christopher Goldsmith of Mechanicsville, MD went on to this eternal rest on Sunday, October 8, 2017. Friends may visit with the family on Monday, October 16 from 10:00 am until time of Life Celebration service 11:00 am at the BRISCOE-TONIC FUNERAL HOME located at 38576 Brett Way in Mechanicsville, MD.
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Rachel Wills

Rachel Wills

Rachel Wills departed this earthly life on Friday, October 6, 2017. Family and friends will unite on Monday, October 16, 2017 from 9:30 am until time of service 11:00 am at Greater Spiritual Fellowship Community church, 106 Ellerbe Dr., Indian Head, MD. Interment immediately following at Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD.
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Donald Malcolm Henderson (Donnie)

Donald Malcolm Henderson (Donnie)

Donald Malcolm Henderson (Donnie), was born on August 25, 1960 in Alexandria, VA by the late Hester Henderson. Donald grew up in Washington DC with his mother, step-father, and siblings. He attended Burddick High School and soon after became employed at the Crystal City, Virginia Marriott Hotel as a chauffeur. In 1979, Mr.Henderson began...
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Family Requests Public’s Help in Getting Back Deceased Son’s Stolen Photographs

Family Requests Public’s Help in Getting Back Deceased Son’s Stolen Photographs

On Sunday, October 8, 2017, in the 47000 block of Janet Lane, in Lexington Park, unknown suspect(s) made entry into a residence. Property was stolen to include devices containing photographs of the victims’ deceased son. The victims in this case have requested this incident be released onto social media with the hopes someone will...
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Wednesday’s Pet is SNICKERS

Wednesday’s Pet is SNICKERS

Wednesday’s Pet for 10/10/2017 is SNICKERS Featured Pet: Snickers Rescue Group: Doodle Dawgs and Fabulous Felines Breed: Pomeranian Mix Sex: Male Size: Small (9 lbs) Vetted: Neutered and Up-to-date with routine shots Adoption Fee: $325.00 CLICK HERE to see Procedures on Rescue’s site. Snickers is a beautiful 8-year-old Pomeranian Mix.  He is sociable, fun...
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Exclusive Video: SUV Destroyed by Fire in California

Exclusive Video: SUV Destroyed by Fire in California

On Sunday, October 8, 2017, at approximately 4:35 a.m., firefighters from the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on Three Notch Road, in the area of Gunston Drive, in California. Firefighters arrived on scene to find a Toyota Rav4 fully engulfed in flames. All occupants were able to evacuate the vehicle...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Arrests – 10/11/2017

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Arrests – 10/11/2017

The following is a sample of recent St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office arrests and investigations Assault- On 10/6/17, DFC. Beishline #252, responded to the 21000 block of Ranger Road in Lexington Park for a reported assault.  The victim alleged the Suspect Kristen Nicole Call, age 28, of Lexington Park had assaulted him. DFC. Beishline...
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Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident in Huntingtown Involving Golf Cart Under Investigation

Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident in Huntingtown Involving Golf Cart Under Investigation

On Saturday, October 7, 2017, at approximately 9:30 p.m. members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau and Crash Reconstruction Team were dispatched to the intersection of Maryland Route 4 and Lower Marlboro Road, in Huntingtown, for a report of a pedestrian struck. Patrol units arrived with fire department personnel and confirmed that an...
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Let it Grow and Join the Fight Against Cancer with the La Plata Police Department

Let it Grow and Join the Fight Against Cancer with the La Plata Police Department

Each day, 22,000 people die from cancer worldwide. There’s a good chance that someone you know and love will be affected by this disease. Nearly half of cancer diagnoses and deaths are preventable. No-Shave November’s mission is to not only raise funds for cancer research and treatment but to educate the population about preventative...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office Taking a Stand Against the Heroin and Opioid Epidemic

Charles County Sheriff’s Office Taking a Stand Against the Heroin and Opioid Epidemic

Sheriff Berry and the men and women of the Charles County Sheriff’s Office, along with several community partners, are taking a stand against the heroin and opioid epidemic we are facing in our community. Their new signboards, located in Waldorf and La Plata next to our stations along with several other locations throughout the...
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UPDATE: Juawan Valentino Johnson Arrested for Sex Offender Registry Violation

UPDATE: Juawan Valentino Johnson Arrested for Sex Offender Registry Violation

10/10/2017: Juawan Valentino Johnson, 22, of California, was charged with Sex Offender Registration-Failure to Notify, by Deputy Muschette of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. 10/6/2017: Juawan Valentino Johnson, 22, of California, is a Tier I registered sexual offender, meaning he will remain on the registry for 15 years. There is an active warrant...
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St. Mary’s County – Missing Juvenile – Desiree Richardson

St. Mary’s County – Missing Juvenile – Desiree Richardson

Desiree Ronique Richardson, age 14, of Lexington Park, was reported missing on 10/10/17. Richardson is 5’0 and weighs 125; no clothing description available. The missing juvenile is believed to be in the Lexington Park area; at this time there are no critical factors known. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Sheriff’s...
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Charles County – Missing Person, Bobby Ray Allen, Jr.

Charles County – Missing Person, Bobby Ray Allen, Jr.

Charles County Sheriff’s Office detectives are seeking the public’s help in locating the pictured person. On Monday, October 2, 2017, Bobby Ray Allen, Jr., left his residence in Waldorf and he has not been in contact since. He left his cell phone at home and did not take any additional clothes. His family is...
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Juvenile Arrests for St. Mary’s County 10/10/2017

Juvenile Arrests for St. Mary’s County 10/10/2017

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office released the following information regarding Juvenile Arrests. No further information is available at this time.
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Crime Solvers Seeking Information on Latest Lexington Park Armed Robbery

Crime Solvers Seeking Information on Latest Lexington Park Armed Robbery

10/10/2017: On Sunday, October 1, 2017, at approximately 1:45 a.m., deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported armed robbery. Preliminary investigation indicated a pizza delivery driver was making a delivery in the 21000 block of Liberty Street, in Great Mills. The delivery driver reported he was approached by two black males,...
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Majors joins CCPS as Executive Director of Human Resources

Majors joins CCPS as Executive Director of Human Resources

Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) has a new executive director of human resources. Joining the school system with more than 20 years of human resources experience is Nikial Majors. The Board of Education of Charles County approved Majors’ appointment last month and she began in her position last week. Prior to joining CCPS, Majors...
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Charles Eric Hoofring, 73

Charles Eric Hoofring, 73

Charles Eric Hoofring, 73 of Lusby, MD passed away peacefully on October 7, 2017 at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince Frederick, MD. He was born on June 10, 1944 in Washington, DC to the late Laura Ruth and Charles Harry Eric Hoofring. He married the love of his life, Diana Lorraine Wallace on August 16,...
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Michele “Shelly” Howard Parsons Mitchell, 65

Michele “Shelly” Howard Parsons Mitchell, 65

Michele “Shelly” Howard Parsons Mitchell, 65, of Waldorf, MD died on October 7, 2017. She was born on July 28, 1952, in La Plata, MD to the late George Albert and Mary Irma (Howard) Parsons. Shelly was retired from the Department of Defense. She enjoyed baking, especially pies and breads; in which she had...
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Darlene Curry

Darlene Curry

On Thursday, October 5, 2017, Darlene Curry of Hughesville, MD, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Family and friends will unite on Saturday, October 14, 2017 from 9:30 am until time of service 10:30 am at Servants of Christ Church (New Life Wesleyan Church), 9690 Shepherds Creek Pl, White Plains, MD. Interment,...
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