Monthly Archives: January 2018

Martha F. Morgan

Martha F. Morgan

Martha F. Morgan of La Plata, MD died on January 2, 2018 at George Washington Hospital in Washington, DC. Martha was a homemaker and a long-time member of Oxon Hill Methodist Church. She loved Bingo, cards and games. She was a member of bridge clubs and pinocle clubs. She was very social and active...
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Lucia Polly Beeler, 81

Lucia Polly Beeler, 81

FAMILY HAS REQUESTED NO FLOWERS OR GIFTS. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Lucia’s name may be sent to a cancer research organization of your choice. Lucia Polly Beeler, age 81 of White Plains, Maryland, died January 1, 2018 at the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center in La Plata, Maryland. Lucia...
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Catherine “Timmie” Harrington

Catherine “Timmie” Harrington

Catherine “Timmie” Harrington died peacefully at her home on Cobb Island, Maryland on December 31, 2017. She died of a lung cancer linked to the KRAS gene mutation. Catherine, or as she was better known “Timmie”, came to Washington when her father, Vincent F. Harrington was elected to Congress in 1936. Although she lived...
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Joseph Philip Ippolito, 87

Joseph Philip Ippolito, 87

Joseph Philip Ippolito, 87, of Waldorf, Maryland, died on December 31, 2017 at Fenwick Landing in Waldorf. Born on April 18, 1930 in New York, New York, he was the son of the late Frances A. Franchesti and John Ippolito. Mr. Ippolito served in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean War. He...
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Joseph Ford Woodall, Jr., 62

Joseph Ford Woodall, Jr., 62

Joseph Ford Woodall, Jr., age 62 of Mechanicsville, Maryland, died December 30, 2017 at his residence. Joseph was a self-employed auto mechanic for many years and attended St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Piscataway, Maryland. He loved NASCAR and working on model NASCAR cars, hunting, 4-wheeling, and tinkering on cars. Son of Joseph Ford Woodall,...
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Reden “Jeff” Jasper Yeomans, 86

Reden “Jeff” Jasper Yeomans, 86

Reden “Jeff” Jasper Yeomans, 86 of Waldorf, MD passed away New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2017. Jeff was born in Collins, Georgia to the late Lelan Yeomans and the late Mae Belle Yeomans Fanning. In addition to his parents, Jeff was predeceased by his brothers, Dave Yeomans, Willie Yeomans ,George Yeomans; his loving daughter,...
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Veronica “Ronnie” Landman Taylor, 84

Veronica “Ronnie” Landman Taylor, 84

Veronica “Ronnie” Landman Taylor, 84, of California, MD (formerly of Newport News, VA) passed away peacefully on January 1, 2018. She was born on December 28, 1933 to the late Loren Lee Landman and Dorothy Celeste Peacock Landman. Her family was always her greatest love and she enjoyed spending time with them. She often...
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Doris Virginia Moore, 88

Doris Virginia Moore, 88, of Tall Timbers, Maryland passed away peacefully at home, December 31, 2017. She was born on March 31, 1929 in Washington, D.C. to the late William W. Moroney and Florence Free Moroney Stansbury. Doris worked and retired from the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company with over 35 years of dedicated...
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James Emmitt Myers, 66

James Emmitt Myers, 66, of Hughesville, Maryland, passed away on December 30, 2017 in Waldorf. Born on February 24, 1951 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Norman R. Myers and the late Helen L. Bruffy Myers. James graduated from Suitland High School in 1969 and worked as a Mail Carrier...
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Stephanie Ann Miles-Young, 51

Stephanie Ann Miles-Young, 51

Stephanie Ann Miles-Young, 51, of Hollywood, MD passed away on December 30, 2017 at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. She was born on March 8, 1966 to Shirley Anne Barber of Hollywood, MD and the late Francis Ignatius Barber. Stephanie was a 1984 graduate of Leonardtown High School. She was very athletic...
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Annie Rosetta Hays, 96

Annie Rosetta Hays, 96

Annie Rosetta Hays, 96 of Hughesville, MD passed away in LA Plata, MD on December 30, 2017. Annie was born to the late Charles Robert Hudson and the late Annie Rosetta Morgan on September 25, 1921 in Hillside, Maryland. Annie worked as a Graphic Designer for the CIA Federal Government for over 30 years....
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Elaine Lucille Altomare, 78

Elaine Lucille Altomare, 78

Elaine Lucille Altomare, 78, of Solomons, MD passed away on December 27, 2017 at Solomons Nursing Center. Elaine was born on November 17, 1939 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Anthony LaBozzetta and Genevieve Hess LaBozzetta. Elaine married Michael Altomare on May 1, 1960 in Brooklyn, NY. She retired from J.C. Penney after 25...
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John Benjamin Padgett, Jr “Jack”. 89

John Benjamin Padgett, Jr “Jack”. 89

John Benjamin Padgett, Jr “Jack”. 89, of Leonardtown, MD formerly of Clinton, MD passed away on January 1, 2018 in Leonardtown, MD. Born November 13, 1928 in Clinton, MD, he was the son of the late Mable Gertrude Tayman Padgett and John Benjamin Padgett, Sr. He was the loving husband of the late Shirley...
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Pauline Frances Briscoe, 86

Pauline Frances Briscoe, 86

Pauline Frances Briscoe, 86, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend peacefully departed this life on December 29, 2017. Born January 5, 1931 in Piney Point, MD, she was the daughter of the late George W. Briscoe and Katie Ann Gross Briscoe. Even though Pauline’s birthday is January 5, Pauline and her twin...
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Sabrina Renee Parker-Stoney, 45

Sabrina Renee Parker-Stoney, 45

Sabrina Renee Parker-Stoney, 45 of Great Mills, MD, entered into eternal rest on January 1, 2018. Family and friends will unite on Thursday, January 11, 2018 for visitation at 10 am until time of service at 11 am at St. Matthews Free Gospel Church, Rt. 245, Leonardtown-Hollywood Rd, Hollywood, MD. Interment to follow at...
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Agnes Gertrude “Aggie” Price

Agnes Gertrude “Aggie” Price

Agnes Gertrude “Aggie” Price of Great Mills, Maryland departed this life to be with the Lord on Monday, January 1st, 2018 surrounded by her loving daughter and grandchildren. Aggie was born on May 6, 1951 in Washington, D.C. to the late Joseph Francis Chase and Mary Katherine Chase. Agnes received her education in the...
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Jennifer Maria Price, 36

Jennifer Maria Price, 36

Jennifer Maria Price, 36 of California, MD, passed away on January 1, 2018. Family and friends will unite on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 for visitation at 9:30 am until time of service at 10:30 am at Living Hope Church, 46694 Midway Drive, Lexington Park, MD. Interment to follow at Charles Memorial Gardens. Leonardtown, MD...
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HIV Positive Charles County Track Coach & Instructional Assistant Pleads Guilty to Sex Abuse Charges

HIV Positive Charles County Track Coach & Instructional Assistant Pleads Guilty to Sex Abuse Charges

Carlos Deangelo Bell, 30, of Waldorf, pleaded guilty Friday, January, 5, 2018, to sexually abusing students and filming child pornography, prosecutors said. Bell, signed a plea agreement admitting guilt on 27 counts, including sexual abuse of a minor, porn charges and attempted transmission of HIV, the state’s attorney for Charles County, Tony Covington, said....
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Weather Related Closings, Delays, and Information for Friday, January 5, 2018

Weather Related Closings, Delays, and Information for Friday, January 5, 2018

St. Mary’s County: St. Mary’s County Public Schools: are closed for Friday, January 5, 2018, with a Code 3 for employees. No employees should report to work. Administrative leave will be provided for twelve month employees. Operations and Maintenance Emergency personnel will follow the established protocol. St. Mary’s County Government: Administrative Offices will open at...
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EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: 27-Year-Old Man Shot on Great Mills Road, Suspect Still at Large

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: 27-Year-Old Man Shot on Great Mills Road, Suspect Still at Large

On January 4, 2018, at approximately 1:45 p.m., deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and troopers from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack, responded to St. Mary’s Square, located on Great Mills Road, for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, a 27-year-old male victim, was found to have sustained a gunshot...
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Snow Removal: What You Can Expect When it Snows in Charles County

Snow Removal: What You Can Expect When it Snows in Charles County

When it snows, County and contract forces concentrate on keeping primary County roads and major residential neighborhood streets passable. These roads are cleared down to bare pavement as soon as possible after a storm is over. Plowing generally begins when snow becomes 1 to 3 inches deep and the temperature indicates there will be...
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Lucky Horses Give Bowie Man 4th Large Racetrax Win

Lucky Horses Give Bowie Man 4th Large Racetrax Win

Once again, the 9, 10, 11 and 12 Racetrax horses produced a huge payday for Paul McDonald of Bowie. Although his new $60,828 prize isn’t quite as large as his $194,188 win last March, the loyal player was just as excited when he claimed the prize at Lottery headquarters in Baltimore. The 47-year-old bought the winning ticket...
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Weather Related Closings, Delays, and Information for Thursday, January 4, 2018

Weather Related Closings, Delays, and Information for Thursday, January 4, 2018

St. Mary’s County: St. Mary’s County Public Schools: are closed on Thursday, January 4, 2018. No employees should report to work. Administrative leave will be provided for 12 month employees. St. Mary’s County Government: Operational Status for January 4, 2018 The following delays and schedule changes will be in effect for today: All St....
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Wednesday’s Pet is DUKE

Wednesday’s Pet is DUKE

Wednesday’s Pet for 01/03/17 is DUKE Featured Pet: Duke Rescue Group: Humane Society of Calvert County Breed: Shepherd Mix Sex: Male Size: Medium Vetted: Neutered and Up-to-date with routine shots Adoption Fee: Contact group for donation fee Duke is a 1 1/2-year-old Shepherd Mix. Duke is a very friendly boy, who loves everybody. He...
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Charles County Corrections Division Implements New Peer Mentor Program

Charles County Corrections Division Implements New Peer Mentor Program

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Division recently rolled out a program aimed at supporting new correctional officers through their first year of service. The newly created Peer Mentor Program, spearheaded by Lt. Matthew Irby, was engineered to provide a physical model of the agency’s core values – professionalism, respect, integrity, duty and excellence...
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