Monthly Archives: August 2023

Debra Ann “Debbie” Horsmon

Debra Ann “Debbie” Horsmon

Debra Ann “Debbie” Horsmon of St. Leonard passed away peacefully on July 31, 2023 at home surrounded by family. Debbie was born December 21, 1958 to the late Elmer and Virginia Pitcher. She grew up in Port Republic and graduated from Calvert High in 1976. She married Howard “Bunk” Horsmon at Waters Memorial Church...
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Madeleine Roxanne Martha Flora Liliane Witten (Zeender)

Madeleine Roxanne Martha Flora Liliane Witten (Zeender)

Madeleine Roxanne Martha Flora Liliane Witten (Zeender) born January 15, 1935 in Nyon Switzerland to Roger Emile and Flora Paula (Fehrenbach) Zeender, passed away in Prince Frederick, MD on July 30, 2023 at the age of 88. Madeleine was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Jean and Roland Zeender, grandson Adam Soroka, great-granddaughter...
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James Andrew Smego, 74,

James Andrew Smego, 74,

James Andrew Smego, 74, of Huntingtown passed away on July 30, 2023 with loved ones by his side. He was born on June 10, 1949 in Washington, D.C. to Andrew Paul and Eileen (Woods) Smego. James is survived by his wife Teresa M. Smego of Huntingtown, daughters Barbara Ganley (Kevin) of Huntingtown, Sarah Smego-Williams...
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Bernard “Bernie” Monroe King, Sr., 98,

Bernard “Bernie” Monroe King, Sr., 98,

Bernard “Bernie” Monroe King, Sr., 98, of Friendship, Maryland, passed away on July 30, 2023 at his home surrounded by love. Bernie was born in Friendship, Maryland on January 3, 1925. His career began as a delivery driver for Reliable Oil Company in 1948. He continued to work for The Gott Company until he...
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Kathy Sherbine-Sale, 80,

Kathy Sherbine-Sale, 80,

On Wednesday, July 27th, 2023, Kathy Sherbine-Sale, 80, of Owings, MD, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Kathy was born on November 5th 1942 in Washington DC to James Brooke Kessler, Sr and Faith Muriel (Mower) Kessler. She grew up in Green Meadows Maryland and graduated from Northwestern High School in 1960. Kathy loved spending...
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Nellie Lillie Quade, 88,

Nellie Lillie Quade, 88,

Nellie Lillie Quade, 88, of Brandywine, MD, passed away on August 1, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. On January 13, 1935, Nellie was born to Ernest and Nettie Sherman in Maryland. In January 1952, she met her future husband, Wilmer Quade and they were later married on March 28, 1953. They went on to...
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Richard Eugene Hassler

Richard Eugene Hassler

Richard Eugene Hassler was born in Washington, DC, to Francis E. Hassler and his wife, Elizabeth (Lancaster), on June 20, 1943.  He grew up in Anacostia with his older brother, John, where they were active in DeMolay, the high school rifle team, and in various other youth organizations. Shortly after high school, Rick began...
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Stay Safe, Stay Informed – Sign up for New Calvert County Alerting System

Stay Safe, Stay Informed – Sign up for New Calvert County Alerting System

In a continuing effort to keep Calvert County residents safe and informed, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with Calvert County Emergency Management and will be utilizing Calvert County Alert, a countywide notification system. The service allows our agency to quickly provide you with critical information for a variety of situations, such as...
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John Stephen Moore, LCDR, USN, RET, known affectionately as “Tex”,

John Stephen Moore, LCDR, USN, RET, known affectionately as “Tex”,

John Stephen Moore, LCDR, USN, RET, known affectionately as “Tex”, passed away on July 24, 2023, at his home in Lexington Park, Maryland. Born in Houston, Texas, on March 18, 1954, he became a beloved brother to Darrell, Sidney, and Warren Struss when Elmer married Frances Pryor Moore in 1965, forming a close-knit family...
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Donald Joseph Rachic, Jr. 58,

Donald Joseph Rachic, Jr. 58,

Donald Joseph Rachic, Jr. 58 of Great Mills Maryland passed away July 23rd at his residence. Donald grew up in Lowellville Ohio and was a graduate of Lowellville High School/Mahoning County Joint Vocational School (Machine Trades) in 1982.  He was a 20 year veteran of the United States Navy having served with VP-49 in...
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John Wayne Higgs, 83,

John Wayne Higgs, 83,

John Wayne Higgs, 83, of Hughesville, MD, peacefully passed away on July 14, 2023. On November 14, 1939, Wayne was born to John Arthur and Martha Rebecca (Russell) Higgs in Washington, D.C. where he attended St. Francis Xavier and Archbishop Carroll. As a young man, Wayne served his country honorably working as a machinist...
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Nancy Katherine Meade, 67,

Nancy Katherine Meade, 67,

Nancy Katherine Meade, 67, of Lexington Park, MD, peacefully passed away at home with her family by her side on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Nancy was born June 1, 1956, in Kirkwood, MS, to David Howard and Ellen Elizabeth Claxton. Her family moved dozens of times, but Nancy always considered Philadelphia to be her...
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Frank X. Dorwart, 91,

Frank X. Dorwart, 91,

It is with a heavy heart to announce the death of Frank X. Dorwart, 91, of Dowell, MD, who left this world a veil of tears on July 24th, 2023 due to a debilitating illness, which he fought bravely for the past year. Frank was born on July 10th, 1932 to Marie A. Dorwart...
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Alfred “Monty” Montgomery, Jr., 66,

Alfred “Monty” Montgomery, Jr., 66,

Alfred “Monty” Montgomery, Jr., 66, of Lusby, MD, a proud veteran of the Gulf War and the United States Navy, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023 at home with his wife Teruyo by his side. The son of Alfred Montgomery, Sr. and Eula Mae (Wright) Montgomery, Monty was born on July 30, 1956...
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Daniel Stephen Glascoe, 72,

Daniel Stephen Glascoe, 72,

Daniel Stephen Glascoe, 72, of Waldorf, Maryland, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023. Born on March 5, 1951 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Raymond E. Glascoe Jr. and Margaret Ann “Peggy” Glascoe. Daniel was an electrician for various electrical companies throughout his 50 years plus career. He enjoyed...
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Police in Charles County Make Arrest and Recover Large Amount of Drugs in Distribution Case

Police in Charles County Make Arrest and Recover Large Amount of Drugs in Distribution Case

On July 27, 2023, members of the Charles County Sheriff’s Office’s Neighborhood Enforcement Team were in the 10100 block of Berry Road investigating a suspicious vehicle. During the investigation, officers recovered N-Dimethylpentylone, a powder similar to MDMA, and commonly known as ecstasy, molly and or boot. In addition, scales and drug packaging equipment were...
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UPDATE: GoFundMe Added – Charlotte Hall House Fire Deemed Accidental, One Cat Perishes, Occupants Safely Escape

UPDATE: GoFundMe Added – Charlotte Hall House Fire Deemed Accidental, One Cat Perishes, Occupants Safely Escape

UPDATE 8/3/2023: The 1-story single family home owned/occupied by Craig and Kimberly Skidmore suffered over $400,000.00 in loss of structure and content Investigation determined the fire started in the dryer located in the laundry room and has been deemed accidental. One cat perished in the fire. The occupants of the home are being assisted...
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Event and Parking Information for Leonardtown Wharf Fest 2023 on August 4th to 6th, 2023

Event and Parking Information for Leonardtown Wharf Fest 2023 on August 4th to 6th, 2023

Join Leonardtown for Wharf Fest 2023 during August First Friday Weekend (Friday, August 4th – Sunday, August 6th). This exciting 3-day celebration is being held in honor of the 15th Anniversary of the Wharf Waterfront Park. You may have heard that the World’s Largest Rubber Duck (also known as Mama Duck) is coming to...
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New Wildlife Removal Franchise “Skedaddle” Coming to Southern Maryland

New Wildlife Removal Franchise “Skedaddle” Coming to Southern Maryland

Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control is proud to announce the launch of their latest franchise location. New franchise owner, and Calvert County resident, Phillip Campbell is eager to bring humane wildlife removal and exclusion services to home and business owners in Maryland. Before embarking on this adventure, Campbell served in the United States Navy for...
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St. Mary’s County Announces Free Scrap Tire Disposal Day

St. Mary’s County Announces Free Scrap Tire Disposal Day

St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is announcing a special event to help residents dispose of used tires. St. Mary’s County residents may drop off passenger and light truck tires for free disposal on Saturday August 12, 2023, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the St. Andrews Landfill,...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Announces New Speed Camera Site

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Announces New Speed Camera Site

The Calvert County Safety for Students Enforcement Program is in effect year-round.  The speed cameras will be moved randomly between the school zones. As a courtesy, the locations of the cameras are posted on the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office website and Facebook page. The goal of the cameras is to reduce the number of...
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SMECO Warns Customers About Scams

SMECO Warns Customers About Scams

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) was recently contacted by customer-members who received phone calls from scammers targeting the Southern Maryland area. Scammers may identify themselves as SMECO employees and demand payment with prepaid debit cards or bitcoin in order to avoid having electric service cut off. According to Tom Dennison, vice president of government...
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Three Teens Arrested for Assault, Robbery, Carjacking and Recover Second Stolen Kia

Three Teens Arrested for Assault, Robbery, Carjacking and Recover Second Stolen Kia

On August 1, 2023, at approximately 12:00 p.m., officers responded for a report of a robbery that just occurred in the area of Thomas Avenue and Alley 13 in Brooklyn. As officers were arriving in the area, dispatch advised that the suspects assaulted the victim and stole her keys. The suspects attempted to take...
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15-Year-Old Arrested in Waldorf for Illegal Possession of a Firearm

15-Year-Old Arrested in Waldorf for Illegal Possession of a Firearm

On July 25 at 6:17 p.m., officers responded to the area of Albermarle Place in Waldorf for the report of possible illegal drug activity and gambling. When officers arrived, they observed a juvenile male who appeared to have a handgun in his waistband. As officers approached, the juvenile fled. He was apprehended after a...
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Calvert Woman Reunited with Her Cat Two Years After He Went Missing

Calvert Woman Reunited with Her Cat Two Years After He Went Missing

The Calvert County Animal Shelter released the following! “The power of microchipping and reporting a lost pet. We recently had a friendly, ear-tipped cat come into the shelter as a stray. Upon entry, we scanned him for a microchip, and he had one! We called the registered owner, and it turns out this kitty...
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