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LOCAL 3
COMMUNITY 8
EDUCATION 12 LOCAL 4
Regency Stadium in Charles County will be Southern Mary-
land’s mass vaccination site.
FEATURE 15
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dum on the option of voting in all
to 2010 three Democrats sat on the
commissioners at large, but without
commissioner board outnumbering
a district residency requirement, as
Republicans.
WILLIAMS
is now the local law.
“If people feel disenfranchised,
Under such a new mandate, Mor-
we need to work on that,” Hewitt
gan said, five commissioners could
said. “They need to feel like they
conceivably be elected who live on
are part of the process.”
the same street. THURSDAY, MARCH 11 AT 7:30 P.M. VIA ZOOM.
People of color elected to local
“That’s a decision the people get
government in St. Mary’s have been TO REGISTER FOR THE EVENT IN ADVANCE, VISIT:
to make,” Morgan continued. “It
few, though the first African Ameri- WWW.SMCM.EDU/JAYWILLIAMS
shouldn’t be Annapolis telling you
can sheriff in Maryland, Joseph Lee
here’s the decision you get to live
Somerville, was elected by the peo-
with.”
ple at large in 1978 for a four-year Jay Williams is considered one of the most prolific college basketball
Commissioner John O’Connor
term after first being appointed by players in history, now an analyst on “College GameDay” and a regular
said county residents have already
the governor in 1977 after the death
rejected code home rule and were commentator on ESPN. Williams will discuss his best-selling memoir,
of his predecessor.
not given a fair chance to speak “Life is Not an Accident: A Memoir of Reinvention” focuses on the life-
O’Connor said he wanted to see
out on the legislation now under
proof that there were problems altering depression and ultimate healing he underwent in the aftermath
consideration.
with certain residents voting in St.
“Put it to the people, let the whole of a motorcycle accident that forced him to retire from basketball after
Mary’s County.
county decide,” O’Connor said. just one season with the Chicago Bulls.
“This past election we had record
“St. Mary’s County is small
turnout,” O’Connor said. “The fact
enough that we need to represent the
that he [Crosby] would refer to the
whole county,” said Commission-
rest of the county as racist is beyond
er Eric Colvin, who also opposed
me.
Crosby’s bill.
“It is shameful on his behalf.”
They castigated Crosby for com-
During the Ways and Means Com-
4 Local News The County Times Thursday, February 25, 2021
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“We are using every single
dose allocated to us,” Hogan said.
“There simply are not enough
locations to follow immediately
thereafter.
Hogan also clarified an execu-
tive order that all people over the
coupon
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offer Excludes:
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only. Expires
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Coupon action is likely as they begin to re-
sequencing efforts to track muta- turn to classrooms and in-person
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& SPRING INSTALLATIONS
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towards the state-run mass vacci- information and payment in ex-
nation sites, Hogan said. change for a dosage.
All key health metrics related to “No one can sell you a vaccine,
Charlotte
Charlotte Hall Oakville
Hall Prince Frederick
Prince Frederick Oakville COVID-19 continue to improve, the vaccine is free,” Hogan said.
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Thursday, February 25, 2021 The County Times Local News 7
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Burris. “Her story is widely known org. For information on other Leon-
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and has been the subject of several ardtown virtual programming, visit
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paranormal investigations. Her leg- www.VisitLeonardtownMD.com or
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the popular movie, ‘The Blair Witch townmd.gov.
Shown, (l to r): Joshua Cooper, Stephen Wirth, Lori Brasko, Richard Brasko, Tomas Howe,
Danny Morris, Michael Hinson, Romius Catnnour, and James Pendarvis.
PAX Sound of Freedom, the St. second Saturday of each month at St.
Mary’s County Chapter of Quilts of Val- George’s Catholic Church in Valley Lee
The St. Mary’s County Health “We’ve seen the numbers and
or, honored nine local veterans for their from 90 a.m. to 4 p.m. and presenta-
Department (SMCHD), in part- understand that minorities have
service to our country at Trinity Luther- tions are held on the third Saturday of
nership with the St. Mary’s Coun- not received the vaccine at the
an Church in Lexington Park. The Air the month at 2 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran
ty NAACP #7025 and the Minor- rates that ref lect our county’s pop-
Force, Army, Marines and Navy were Church in Lexington Park. Special ar-
ity Outreach Coalition (MOC) of ulation, infection rate, or death
represented and the Navy’s recipients rangements can be made in advance for
St. Mary’s County, is launching a rate. We are working with our
included a Navy husband/wife team. personal presentations.
new local Get Out the Vax cam- community and partner organiza-
Quilts of Valor is an established non- If you have any questions regarding
paign. Get Out the Vax is a part- tions like the Health Department
profit 501(c)3 with a mission to sup- Quilts of Valor, or would like to par-
nership to get information about to correct this disconnect by at-
port our veterans. The PAX Sound of ticipate in the group’s activities, please
COVID-19 vaccine to minority tacking barriers to receiving vac-
Freedom group is headed by Sylvia and contact Sylvia Lague at (941) 705-0094.
residents, better understand and cination and addressing possible
Gerry Lague, group leaders, and at the Press Release from PAX Sound of
address concerns community vaccine hesitancy,” said William
current time the group has 20 active Freedom.
members may have about vacci- Hall, St. Mary’s County NAACP
participants. Sew-ins are held on the
Holiday Presentation
NAACP #7025, and the MOC will “We know that this pandemic
host a Get Out the Vax virtual has disproportionately impacted
community forum on Saturday, minorities when it comes to CO-
February 27, 2021 at 2 p.m. to VID-related illness and death,” Most families try to get together on
provide information on local vac- said Dr. Meena Brewster, St. holidays and special occasions but it is
cination efforts and to discuss the Mary’s County Health Officer. much more difficult for military families
importance of health equity as it “Our public health team is grate- as family members are often deployed to
relates to the COVID-19 vaccine. ful for this partnership with our remote locations around the world. Ma-
All community members are wel- local Minority Outreach Coalition rine Corps Captain and Major selectee
come to participate - the forum and NAACP chapter to make sure Ryan Shannon, currently assigned to
will be streamed live online via our community members have the Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, sur-
the: vaccine information they need prised his family by coming home to
St. Mary’s County NAACP from sources they trust.” Lexington Park for a few days of leave
#7025 YouTube Channel For more information about lo- before departing for deployment to the
St. Mary’s County NAACP cal COVID-19 vaccination, please Mediterranean Sea. Ryan is the son of
#7025 Facebook Page visit the St. Mary’s County Health Paul and Holly Shannon.
St. Mary’s County Health De- Department website at: www. The Shannons are extremely proud of
partment Facebook Page smchd.org/covid-19-vaccine. all their children. All three are on ac-
For more information on Get For more information on tive duty serving their country. In ad-
Out the Vax, please contact either SMCHD efforts to advance health dition to Captain Ryan Shannon, their
the: equity, please visit: www.smchd. daughter, Lieutenant Molly Shannon is
St. Mary’s County NAACP org/equity. a graduate of West Point and is currently
#7025 at (301) 863-3011 or st- Joint Release from St. Mary’s serving in the Army in Korea while their
marysnaacp@gmail.com County NAACP #7025, The Mi- other son, Captain Jonathan Shannon, is Captain Ryan is pictured at his parents’ home in
Minority Outreach Coalition at nority Outreach Coalition of St. in the Army and deployed to Iraq.
front of a portrait with his siblings, left to right,
Captain Ryan Shannon, Lieutenant Molly Shannon
(240) 538-5681 or mocstmarys@ Mary’s County and St. Mary’s A Quilt of Valor was presented the day and Captain Jonathan Shannon. Photo by Holly
gmail.com County Health Department, after Christmas to Captain Ryan Shan- Shannon.
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‘Black Men in White Coats’ shapes! Join them together to engi-
put some of those old wives' tales vocate, best practices for advocating
neer structures as tall as you! What
Film Screening and Panel will you discover about design and that we have all been taught to rest. for others and ourselves, seeking and
Discussion construction as you build? STEM Register on www.stmalib.org with an finding the help you need, preparing
Watch the film (register on www. email address to receive a link to join for medical appointments, planning
Fun: Straw Structures will be held on
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Tuesday, March 9 from 6:30 – 7:15
Kelsey Bush as he discusses the doc- things go wrong, and defining the
p.m. Register on www.stmalib.org to
umentary 'Black Men in White Coats' reserve a supply kit and receive the Virtual Mystery Book Club role of an Ombudsman. Register on
with special guests Dr. Emmanuel Join us on Friday, March 12 from www.stmalib.org.
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March 4 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Only 2% kits will be available for pickup begin- different mystery novel. This month's ing Your Homegrown Garden
of American doctors are black men, ning Thursday, March 5. title will be Magpie Murders by An-
and black men have the lowest life thony Horowitz. Register on www.
Indoors
Join us to learn the basics of gar-
expectancy in the United States. This stmalib.org.
documentary dissects the systemic Who's Nesting in My Yard? dening and how to plant your seeds
Join Barb Whipkey, owner of Wild with the guidance of an experienced
barriers preventing black men from
Birds Unlimited in Lexington Park and Advocating for Our Loved gardener on Saturday, March 13 from
becoming medical doctors and the
consequences on society at large. LaPlata, as she shares information Ones and Ourselves: Presen- 1 – 3 p.m. Master Gardener Patrice
Register to watch the film and for the with us about the birds who may be tation plus Q&A/Discussion will give us an overview of gardening,
nesting in our yards on Wednesday, Join Loretta Woodward Veney, followed by a live interactive demo
discussion on www.stmalib.org.
March 10 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Barb healthcare advocate expert, on Sat- during which you'll be guided in plant-
will give tips on helping to create suc- urday, March 13 from 10 a.m. – 12 ing seeds at home! Register and find
STEM Fun cessful nesting habitats and feeding p.m. as she speaks about the follow- a materials list on www.stmalib.org.
Connect straws to create lines &
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St. Mary’s
Nursing & Rehabilitation
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21585 Peabody Street
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301-475-8000
• Long-term care www.smnci.org
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services
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To schedule a tour or
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Thursday,
March 25, 2021
10AM – 5PM
Celebrate the founding of Maryland
and St. Mary’s County with free
museum admission and water taxi
rides all day.
View Virtual Ceremony on Facebook at 12PM
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18 Cops & Courts The County Times Thursday, February 25, 2021
Pet
ST. MARY'S SHERIFF'S OFFICE
CRIME REPORT
Wanted for Escape-Nelson on the BMX
OF THE WEEK Battle Jr.
The St.
bicycle track
causing dam-
MEET RAIN
Mary’s County age to it.
Sheriff’s Of- Anyone
fice is seeking with informa-
Happy Tails the where- tion about the
Happy Families abouts of identities of
Life is much better when you Nelson Leroy the suspects or Suspect
Adopt! Battle Jr., age this incident is
36 of Lex- Nelson Battle
asked to call Deputy Shawn Shel-
ington Park. ko at 301-475-4200, ext. 78147 or
Hello, my name is Rain. I’m a CAREFREE, CAPTIVATING CANINE Battle has an email shawn.shelko@stmarysmd.
and I just want to find a FOREVER FAMILY that wants to have active warrant for his arrest for com. Case # 8702-21
FUN! I’m a LITTLE OVER A YEAR OLD so I still have PUPPY the charge of escape, due to vio- Citizens may remain anony-
ENERGY to burn. I’ve got a lot going for me already. I have been lating the conditions of his pre- mous and contact Crime Solvers
neutered, I know how to sit and shake, I’ve lived with another trial release on the initial charges at 301-475-3333, or text a tip to
dog, and would I LOVE to go exploring with YOU! So jump up of burglary and assault. Battle is “TIP239” plus their message to
and email animalshelter@charlescountymd.gov to schedule an 5’9”, weighs 160 pounds, and has “CRIMES” (274637). Through
appointment to meet me ASAP! BE MY MIRACLE and PLEASE green eyes with black hair. the Crime Solvers Program tip-
CHOOSE ME! When you choose to adopt from TCAS, you are Anyone with information on sters are eligible for an award
literally saving a life. And remember, if there is room in the heart, the whereabouts of Nelson Leroy of up to $1,000 for informa-
Battle Jr., is asked to contact De- tion about a crime in St. Mary’s
there is room in the house.
tective James Bare at (301) 475- County that leads to an arrest or
4200 extension 78118 or by email indictment.
To see more of my amazing friends at James.Bare@stmarysmd.com. Assault/Disorderly Conduct-
also available for adoption, “like” For immediate assistance contact On Febru-
us on Facebook @ Tri-County the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s ary 14, 2021,
Animal Shelter Southern MD or Office at (301) 475-8008. Dep. Raley re-
view us on our website at https:// Citizens may remain anony- sponded to the
www.charlescountymd.gov/ mous and contact Crime Solvers 25400 block
services/animal-care-control/tri- at (301) 475-3333, or text a tip to of Pt. Lookout
county-animal-shelter “TIP239” plus their message to Road in Leon-
“CRIMES” (274637). Through ardtown, for
the Crime Solvers Program tip- the reported
Kaitlyn Foote
sters are eligible for an award assault. While
of up to $1,000 for informa- conducting the
tion about a crime in St. Mary’s investigation, Kaitlyn Elizabeth
County that leads to an arrest or Foote, age 25 of California, at-
indictment. tempted to confront a witness
Identities Needed for Vandal- who was providing information to
ism Suspects officers on scene. Shortly after,
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s officers observed Foote in an ac-
Office is seeking the identities of tive fight, where she was striking
the persons shown in a vandalism the victim repeatedly. Foote was
investigation. On Thursday, Feb. arrested and charged with Assault
18, 2021 between 5-5:30 pm, the 2nd Degree, Disorderly Conduct,
suspects illegally entered Chap- and Obstructing and Hindering.
tico Park by removing a section
of the split-rail fence and rode
Editor’s Note:
The above arrests are not an indication of
guilt or innocence as the cases have not been
adjudicated.
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Patuxent River
Naval Air Station N e
Navy Scientists Earn Patent For Innovative
Camera Test Instrument
Two scientists from the Naval military and camera industry. tems perform as well as when they and successfully supports testing
Air Warfare Center Aircraft Divi- “A better test technique was were new.” for naval aviation today. Interested
sion (NAWCAD) recently earned a needed because manufacturers’ Additionally, the Focal Plane Il- ranges should contact Hendrickson
patent for an instrument and tech- specifications are unreliable and luminator tests an image sensor to leverage the new technology.
nique that tests the image-captur- based on outdated methods,” said while still in the camera. Current NAWCAD advances capability
ing sensor in digital cameras help- Hendrickson. “Manufacturers test test methods require users to re- and operational readiness for naval
ing buyers determine the quality of cameras in different ways, so com- move the sensor from the camera aviation and our warfighters. The
the camera before purchase. paring cameras by their spec sheets body for testing, which can be warfare center is where naval avia-
“The acquisition and sustain- is comparing apples to oranges.” time-consuming and risks damag- tion takes f light through research,
ment of capability is a weapon of Their first-of-its-kind inven- ing the camera. development, test, evaluation, and
war and development efforts are tion also has application for test- The Range Commanders’ Coun- sustainment of both fielded and
an important aspect of what we do ing cameras throughout their cil, a national organization of De- not-yet fielded naval platforms and
to support the Fleet,” said NAW- lifecycles. partment of Defense test and train- technologies that ensure America’s
CAD Commander, Rear Adm. John “Until now, there’s been no stan- ing ranges, has long recognized the Sailors and Marines always go into
Lemmon. “This invention is an ex- dard way to test picture degrada- need for a better test procedure. conf lict with significant advan-
ample of the cutting-edge technol- tion over a camera’s lifetime – we The council tapped Hendrickson to tage. With sites in Patuxent River,
ogy, top-tier capability, and intel- assume cameras work until they research and develop a better way. Maryland, Lakehurst, New Jersey,
lectual capital NAWCAD brings to don’t,” said Lohman. “When the Several ranges have already ex- and Orlando, Florida, the command
both industry and our warfighters”. Navy makes weapons-grade deci- pressed interest in the new test ca- is the Navy’s largest warfare cen-
Developed by NAWCAD scien- sions on camera systems found in pability. While few test kits exist ter with a diverse force of military,
tists Aaron Hendrickson and Dr. satellites, UAVs, fixed ground in- at this time, ranges send cameras civilians, and contractors building
Gary Lohman, the Focal Plane Il- struments, and aircraft turrets, it to Hendrickson at NAWCAD’s At- the Navy of today, the Navy of to-
luminator has broad application for needs to understand and monitor lantic Test Ranges where the Fo- morrow, and the Navy after next.
imaging systems across the entire the camera’s quality to ensure sys- cal Plane Illuminator was incepted
The Focal Plane Illuminator, a camera sensor test instrument invented by scientists at the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD). (U.S. Navy photo by Aaron Hendrickson)
20 Calendar The County Times Thursday, February 25, 2021
Community
St. Mary's Calendar To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email timescalendar@countytimes.net with the listing details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication.
CSM Transfer Thursday ing habits, physical activity and positive 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. CSM Transfer Thursday
Virtual; 11 a.m. stress management, which can prevent or Shabbat evening services are being held Virtual; 11 a.m.
CSM hosts Transfer institutions virtu- delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes. This online due to COVID19. Beth Israel Syna- CSM hosts Transfer institutions virtu-
ally each Thursday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. free program includes 16 weekly sessions, gogue will hold online services EVERY ally each Thursday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Representatives from two different insti- followed by monthly sessions for ongoing FRIDAY at 7 PM. Check our website cal- Representatives from two different insti-
tutions will be available to chat with stu- support from a lifestyle coach. Register at endar (bethisraelmd.weebly.com/calendar. tutions will be available to chat with stu-
dents and help navigate their future trans- www.smchd.org/dpp. html) for event details. dents and help navigate their future trans-
fer experience. RSVPs are required to ac- fer experience. RSVPs are required to ac-
cess Zoom information. Free. csmd.edu/ Youth Mental Health Webinar Tuesday, March 2 cess Zoom information. Free. csmd.edu/
transferthursdays Online; 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. transferthursdays
Grief Support Group
All community members are invited
Calvary Chapel; 7 p.m.
Tobacco Cessation Program to participate in this free webinar to learn Tobacco Cessation Program
Help and encouragement after the death
The Tobacco Cessation Program is free more about youth mental health as it re- The Tobacco Cessation Program is free
of a spouse, child, family member, or
and that takes place over the course of 8 lates to the COVID-19 pandemic, how to and that takes place over the course of 8
friend. The support group meets weekly.
weeks (weekly 1 hour sessions). Partici- recognize and acknowledge signs of dis- weeks (weekly 1 hour sessions). Partici-
You are welcome to begin attending at any
pants learn behavioral modifications, stress tress, prevention measures, interventions, pants learn behavioral modifications, stress
point. You’ll find it to be a warm, caring en-
management, and other techniques to help and stress management activities to help management, and other techniques to help
vironment and will come to see your group
them quit using tobacco products. Next Se- parents support their children. For more them quit using tobacco products. Next Se-
as an “oasis” on your long journey through
ries: Thursdays, February 4, 2021 – April information or to register for this free we- ries: Thursdays, February 4, 2021 – April
grief. For more information call the church
15, 2021 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. binar, visit: https://smcyouthmentalhealth. 15, 2021 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
office and leave a message at 301-645-0660
Learn more or register at: www.smchd. eventbrite.com Learn more or register at: www.smchd.
or email us at admin@ccsomd.com.
org/tobacco org/tobacco
Friday, February 26 Wednesday, March 3
Diabetes Prevention Program Diabetes Prevention Program
The Diabetes Prevention Program helps Wayback Wednesdays The Diabetes Prevention Program helps
We hope you're loving our weekly vid- participants establish and stick with posi-
eo series showing some of the stories that tive lifestyle changes, such as healthy eat-
make St. Mary’s County’s history so unique ing habits, physical activity and positive
and interesting. We thought this would be stress management, which can prevent or
a fun way to bring our closed museums to delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes. This
you while we all keep our social distance. free program includes 16 weekly sessions,
Join us every week for short videos featur- followed by monthly sessions for ongoing
ing everything from the quirky to the fasci- support from a lifestyle coach. Register at
nating - tune in! We have several episodes www.smchd.org/dpp.
in the playlist! Facebook.com/SCIMuseum
Ongoing
DAV Assistance Program
COVID-19 Appointment-Free Testing
St. Mary’s Square ReStore; 8:30 a.m. -
Lexington Park Office:
1:30 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. –
Veterans - do you have a service-con-
7:00 p.m.
nected disability? Did you receive an injury
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from
while on active duty and are now filing for
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
disability through the Veterans Admin-
46035 Signature Lane, Lexington
istration (VA)? The Disabled American
Park (co-located with U-Haul Moving &
Veterans organization is here to assist you
Storage)
with those VA forms at no cost to you.
For assistance or accommodations, call
These men and women (who are disabled
ahead to (301) 862-1680
veterans) are volunteers who ensure you
Leonardtown Office:
are placing the proper information in the
Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00
proper blocks and advise you on common
p.m.
mistakes that are made on these VA forms.
21580 Peabody Street, Leonardtown
Their spaces are toward the rear of the
For assistance or accommodations, call
building on the left side. Stop by and see if
ahead to (301) 475-4330
we can be of assistance to you. No appoint-
SMCHD COVID-19 Testing:
ment necessary.
Walk up for testing, parking is available
Thursday, March 4 Appointment-free
No doctor’s order needed
CSM Dual Enrollment Virtual Parent Free of Charge (no out-of-pocket cost,
Information Night co-payment, co-insurance, etc.)
6 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. Bring health insurance information and
Register to receive Zoom infor- identification, if possible – Uninsured com-
mation and password: https://www. munity members are welcome.
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Videos from Aging & Human in return releases endorphins plants are compatible OR can use Cooking Demonstration via
Services and diminishes negative feelings. three different pots. Zoom! - Sherry’s Go-To Reci-
The Department of Aging & The rhythmical patterns of the pes for Breakfast, Lunch, and
Human Services is proud to an- drum increase synchronization Scattergories- it’s back with a Dinner
nounce our brand new Virtual of brain wave activity which in new day and time! Eating healthy is easier than
Senior Activity Center and You- turn provides feelings of eupho- Fridays March 12, 26; April 9, you think! If you want to improve
Tube page! Go to https://www. ria and improved mental aware- 23, 1 p.m. via Zoom your eating habits and overall
stmarysmd.com/aging/virtual- ness and self-acceptance. Golden Candice and Shellie will again health without renouncing tasty
senior-center/ or www.youtube. Beats® is specially designed for be hosting Scattergories two meals, you can learn new cooking
com, keyword SMC Aging & the senior population. Join Kathy times a month but on 2nd and 4th tips and recipes from Sherry to
Human Services, to see what we Creswell, Program Specialist at Fridays at 1 p.m. This game re- use in your own home.
have for you! There are more vid- Garvey Senior Activity Center, quires paper, pencil and computer This online cooking demonstra-
eos coming soon! for a six-week virtual class via or smart phone to connect with us tion held on Wednesday, March
Zoom. If you haven’t taken this on ZOOM. The rules are easy, but 24 from 4-5 p.m. focuses on
Brain.e.ology via Zoom class in person before, we recom- the categories can be challenging. meal planning and preparation
Kathy Creswell, Program mend that you let the instructor If you like thinking up things that of the most nutrient-dense foods.
Specialist at Garvey Senior know. Class will be held at 11:30 start with a specific letter while Sherry will show you how to save
Activity Center, will facilitate a.m. on Wednesdays, March 10 – competing against a timer and time in the kitchen yet eat truly
Brain.e.ology on Tuesdays, April 14. The supplies required other players, then this is for you! healthy and nutritious meals. It’s
March 9-April 20 at 1:30 p.m. for the class will be available to To get in on the game, e-mail a great class for those who want
Losing memory or cognitive abil- students on loan for the 6 weeks Candice.Nelson@stmarysmd. to find joy in making healthy
ity is a tremendous fear but there with a refundable deposit of $45, com. She will e-mail you the link meals.
is growing evidence that cogni- which covers lost or damaged on the morning of play. Players In this class, we will make:
tive ability can be maintained or items if not returned. Students will be admitted starting at 12:50 - Homemade Baked Granola for
even improved to the end of life! will be given a list of items and p.m. so that the game can begin breakfast
Brain-e-ology is designed to: where they can be purchased on time. - Lunch: The BEST Salad with
• dispel the limiting myths of should they want to do so. Please your choice of homemade salad
memory loss and aging call 301-475-4200, ext.1062, with March Monthly Craft: Spring dressing: Apple Cider Vinaigrette
• give participants a better un- questions or to sign up for the Blossom Branches or Peanut Butter Vinaigrette
derstanding of how their brain class. There is a class size limit, Friday, March 19, 11 a.m. via - For Dinner: Easy Chicken
works so sign up early! Zoom Picatta served over caulif lower
• give participants the tools to Just in time for Easter, these pasta
incorporate brain fitness activi- Independent Project Club simple branches are easy and -Q&A
ties into their daily lives News inexpensive to make but are gor- Sherry’s years of experience
• create open minds Next Project Reveal Day is geous! All you need are: teaching cooking classes are end-
More than 90% of participants scheduled for Wednesday, March - Bare branches or sticks from less, and her background includes
report that they feel like they 10, 1-3 p.m. at the Loff ler Senior your yard the following:
have more control over future Activity Center - Green painter’s tape - Hosted "Healthy Living " seg-
memory loss after taking this Work on a project at home be- - Pastel or white wrapping ments that included cooking dem-
program! There is no fee for this tween now and March 9. Bring it tissue os on PBS television for 7 years
program. Class size is limited to the Curbside Reveal Event on - A jar, can or vase to put them - Written over 150 books in-
so register early. To make reser- March 10. Contact Sheila.Gra- in cluding 50 cookbooks
vations call 301-475-4200, ext. ziano@stmarysmd.com to learn - Small stones, glass marbles or - Authored 2 healthy cookbooks
1080. Class supplies will be dis- more about it. Here are the new other material to anchor the ves- - Attended Culinary School at
tributed curbside at the Garvey assignments: sel and hold branches in place the University of Montana
Senior Activity Center on March - Sewing Club- Something with Contact Shellie at Sheila.Gra- Funding for this program is
4. Scraps- Use at least 3 different ziano@stmarysmd.com to sign provided by the Maryland De-
fabric patterns- can be anything up. A link will be sent to you the partment of Aging Senior Center
Drums Alive Virtual Class at all, large or small. day before class. Operating Funds Grant. To reg-
Golden Beats stimulates people - Garden Club- Three Herbs in ister for the class, call 301-475-
whether they are young or old, a Pot- Make a potted herb garden. 4200, ext. 1080 and leave your
healthy or ill. When we drum and Can use one large pot as long as name, phone number and email
dance, we are having FUN! This address.
I hope everyone is enjoying our of friends Lorie Burch and her pot-
return to nice weather. My husband tery, Mary Lou Troutman’s amazing
and I were so happy to sit outside in paintings and art giftware, and Lori
our chairs near the firepit for a while Schendel and daughter Megan’s beau-
yesterday. Mindy was happy too. We tiful sewing and quilting creations.
have spent so much time inside with We stopped in the Brudergarten and
the weather, the Covid, and then the enjoyed some delicious Oysters Rock-
extremely tiring aftereffects, that efeller while listening to the polka
poor Mindy has not had a lot of long, music playing in the background,
playtime outside. It was so nice to see which had me remembering fun times
her doing her happy dog dance while at Blob’s Park in the 70s. We left there
squirming on her back yesterday. And with the sound of oom pah pah play-
she made us laugh when she did a long ing in our heads for the rest of the day.
tummy crawl across part of the yard. Actually, the strains of oom pah pah
I think dogs know when they are be- have been on constant repeat since my
ing cute. Mindy does, she will stop in husband has continued to walk around
the middle of her cute antics and look the house saying that for days. I have
over at us before continuing. threatened to cut off his handlebar
We have had one really fun outing mustache – I always tell him he looks
last week since our main recovery like Kaiser Wilhelm. But I know the
when we added a side trip after my mustache is from his treasured days
husband’s shoulder MRI at SMH to as a firefighter.
drop by Shepherd’s Old Field Mar- Today is going to be a really big
ket (SOF Market) on Duke Street in convenience center outing, since we
Leonardtown. Robert needed a bit of have recyclables that have been piling
fun since there was an issue with him up for weeks. I did take a whole car-
and the MRI machine. My husband is load of donation items to Hooks and
barrel-chested and has big arms from Hangars Saturday and it sure felt good
cutting and lifting wood for the wood- to finally unload all of those donation
stove, his softball years, and from his items I had been gathering since the
pool work. So, as he was getting slid start of the pandemic. I love that their
into the machine, his shoulders were large donation carts are outside now
touching the sides of the tube, and he right in front of the shop windows.
told the imaging tech that this was not Easy peasy, and there was even a
going to work. I, of course, was sitting worker who was out there in a flash
outside in the car and received a text to help me unload. Since Saturday, I
from him to that effect and that they have already been filling up my car
were going to have to try and get him with the next batch of donation items.
in the other MRI machine in the out- I am really on this downsizing kick
patient pavilion. To me, it is remark- last year and this year, especially with
able that anyone can even get in one of number 60 just 4 months away. Some-
those machines. He made it through thing about turning 60, and maybe all
the second MRI and off to SOF Mar- that we have been through health wise
ket we went. has, for some reason, added urgency
The space is beautiful inside of to this daunting task. Okay, back to
SOF Market, and I was surprised how living and loving life…and errand
many new vendors there are since and dump running on this gorgeous
Article was contributed by David McDonough my last visit. I love seeing the shops 60 degree day.
Financial Advisor at Edward Jones. of friends that I have either been in a
craft shop with or have done craft/art
To each new day’s adventure,
Shelby
Office located at 41680 Miss Bessie Dr Suite 302 shows with over the years – makes me Please send your comments or ideas
Leonardtown MD, 20650 happy to see that a lot of us are still
going strong. I admired the works
to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com
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In Remembrance
The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Sheila Lumpkins Guy fishing and crabbing with her husband, in St. Nazaire, France. Additionally, the Seventh District
traveling back to her school in Freder- Michele is survived by her children; Volunteer Fire Department posted
Sheila Lump- ick, MD to attend homecomings, hang- Lucille Youngerman of Ormoy, France, about Lawrence's passing.
kins Guy, 59, of ing out with family and friends, as well Roger C. Youngerman of Lusby, MD, "Stevie was a member of our de-
Leonardtown, as vacationing at the beach. Sheila also siblings; Richard Bart of Pierrefeu, partment for a number of years in the
MD passed away traveled to Hawaii. France, and Patrick Bart of Paris, 1970's. Stevie was a great friend of the
on Sunday, Feb- Due to COVID-19 the Funeral Ser- France, as well as 6 grandchildren department and was always there to
ruary 21, 2021 vices have been postponed at this time and 2 great-grandchildren. She is pre- help us out when needed," the depart-
after a coura- and will be rescheduled at later date. ceded in death by her son Jimmie G. ment said on Facebook. "In the picture
geous battle In lieu of flowers, contributions can Youngerman. below, Stevie is using his tow truck
with pancreatic be made to the Maryland School for the Michele moved to Calvert in 1978. from his business Pull and Tug Enter-
cancer. Sheila was born on September Deaf, 101 Clarke Place, Frederick, MD She was a homemaker as well as the prises, to help us transport our 1951
24, 1961 to the late Gerald and Barbara 21701. owner of Lusby Sunoco. engine to get restored. We thank Stevie
Ann Lumpkins. Sheila was the loving Condolences may be made to the The family will receive friends on for his service to our community, he
wife of Tom Guy. She is survived by family at www.mgfh.com Wednesday, March 3, 2021 from 9:00 will be greatly missed."
her sons Trevor (Sabrina) Guy and Ty- Arrangements provided by the Mat- AM to 10:00 AM in the Mattingley- The family will receive friends on
ler Guy, as well as her precious grand- tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. & Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, Monday, March 1, 2021 from 9:30 AM
daughter, Avery Marie. Crematory Leonardtown, MD. MD where a Funeral Service will be to 10:45 AM with Fire Department
Sheila also leaves behind her siblings held at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow prayers recited at 10:00AM followed by
– Jerry, Pete, Jack (Mary Lou), Sandy, Michele Gabriele Yongerman at Charles Memorial Gardens Leonard- EMS prayers in Holy Angels Catholic
Donnie, Bo (Robbie), Brenda (Pee town, MD. Serving as pallbearers will Church Avenue, MD where a Mass of
Wee), Rick (Lynn), Gail (Dan), Bonnie, Michele Ga- be Roger C. Youngerman, Mitchell C. Christian Burial will be celebrated at
a host of nieces and nephews, as well briele Younger- Youngerman, Austin C. Youngerman, 11:00 AM with Father Stephen Wyble
as her very special friend Stephanie man, “Fi Fi”, 81, Mark Garner, James Cody, and Mike officiating. Interment will follow
Baker. of Lusby, MD Fraley. in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery
Sheila attended the Maryland School passed away on Robert Stevie Lawrence Bushwood, MD. Serving as pallbear-
for the Deaf in Frederick, MD. After February 20, Robert Stevie Lawrence, “Torque ers will be Danny Ellis, Ronnie Mat-
graduating she went to work for the 2021 in Prince Wrench”,67, of Avenue, MD passed tingly, Tommy Bowles, Kim Mason,
Federal Government at the Patuxent Fredrick, MD. away on February 19, 2021 in Washing- Lee Pilkerton and Billy Guy. Honorary
River Naval Base as a graphic artist, She was born on ton, DC. Born on October 4, 1953 in Pallbearers will be the Seventh District
until her retirement in April of 2019. April 24, 1939 in Paris, France and was Leonardtown, MD, he was the loving Volunteer Rescue Squad , Patuxent
Sheila played softball for the Captain the daughter of the late Jeanine Gomiot son of Rosemary Lawrence, and the River Fire Department, and Seventh
Sam’s and Pennies women’s team. She and Leonce Bart. Michele was the late Francis McQue Lawrence. Stevie District Volunteer Fire Department.
enjoyed spending time on the water, loving wife of James C. Youngerman was the loving husband of Anna Gail Contributions may be made to the
whom she married on January 19, 1961 Guy Lawrence, whom he married on Seventh District Volunteer Rescue
Brinsfield
August 3, 1974, in St. Joseph’s Catholic Squad P.O. Box 7 Avenue, MD 20609
Church Morganza, MD. Stevie is sur- and ACTS ( A Community That
vived by his siblings Gwen Tarantola Shares) P.O. Box 54 Bushwood, MD
(Mike) of Mechanicsville, MD, Mac 20618.
Lawrence (Kathy) of Clements, MD,
Ida Abell (B.K.) of Mechanicsville, Robin Marie Clarke
MD, and Tina Graves (Glenn) of Bush-
Robin Marie
Our Family
Life Celebration Homes &
and served as an Asst. Engineer from schel Vincent McLeod. Robin was the
22955 Hollywood Road loving wife of Claude Clarke, whom
1993 - 2014. He also served the Squad
Leonardtown, MD 20650 as Installation and Audit Committee she married on February 1, 1958 in St.
301-475-5588 Chairman. He was Vice Chair of the John’s Catholic Church Hollywood,
Building and Grounds Committee, MD. Robin is survived by her children;
as well as , the Annual Lawn Mower Gary Clarke (Becky) of FL, Heidi
Races Committee in association with Dietrich of Lusby, MD, daughter in
Bowles Farm - the Squads biggest fund law Lisa Clarke, and 3 grandchildren.
raiser. Along with her siblings Wayne McLeod
Stevie also served in the Seventh of Leonardtown, MD, and Jo Ann
Disbrow of Ft. Wayne, IN. She was pre-
Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.
30195 Three Notch Road District Vol. Fire Dept. from 1971 -
1985, serving as an Asst. Engineer for ceded in death by her son Terry Clarke,
Charlotte Hall, MD 20622 siblings Herschel McLeod, Jr, Barbara
6 years.
301-472-4400 Stevie was inducted into the South- Lawrence, and Brenda McLeod.
ern Maryland Volunteer Firemen's As- She was a lifelong St. Mary’s County,
sociations Hall of Fame in 2015. MD resident; attending Leonardtown
Stevie worked for the Patuxent River High School, and Trinity College. Rob-
Naval Air Station Fire Dept. for 35 in was a teacher at Little Flower School.
years retiring as a Supervisory Station When she was first married she was
employed by Walter Dorsey at the
Family owned and operated for two generations
School. Later in life she worked with and Auxiliary. they will continue to pass these lessons every weekend in the summer. Cissy
her husband in his company Claude Contributions may be made to Me- down the generational line. A great graduated from Chopticon High School
Enterprises. chanicsville Volunteer Fire Depart- woman has left us, but her legacy will and went to work for the Department of
Robin as a loving mother and sup- ment, PO Box 37, Mechanicsville, MD never leave. As you see the vibrant col- Education and worked as an Adminis-
porter of her children endlessly. She 20659. ors of sunset, know Theresa is the artist trative Assistant and then a Legal Sec-
was a kind and helping person to painting you a sky filled with love. retary for most of her career. She met
many in her lifetime. Robin loved her Theresa Louise Corboo Theresa is survived by her husband many kind and wonderful people who
dog Marley who she rescued from the John Joseph Corboo, Jr. of Mechanic- became her lifelong friends.
pound and was her passion. She was Theresa Louise sville, MD; her daughters, Theresa R. Cissy’s greatest joy came from be-
active in the animal rescue and always Corboo, 69, of Gardiner (Michael) of Avenue, MD and ing a mother to her son, Ronnie. The
had a stray dog around where she Mechanicsville, Mellissa M. Hughes (David) of Hol- two were close and she cherished
would find it a home. Her family and MD passed away lywood, MD; six (6) grandchildren, every moment spent with him. Noth-
friends will miss her greatly. peacefully on Michael H. Gardiner, Jr. (Lauren), John ing compared to the happiness she
Tuesday, Febru- J. Gardiner (Megan), Jordan Corboo felt when surrounded by her family
Roger “Wayne” Copsey ary 16, 2021 (Nora), Katie Gardiner (Jack), Shelby and friends. She was known for her
at MedStar St. Gardiner and Cory Corboo; five (5) thoughtful and giving ways and always
Roger Mary’s Hospital, great-grandchildren, Connor, Ana, knew how to make you feel special.
“Wayne” Copsey, Leonardtown, MD. Born on March 21, Emilia, Jack Jack and Paisley; and her Cissy loved to spoil Ronnie and her
69, of Mechan- 1951 in LaPlata, MD; she was the lov- siblings, Margaret Wallace, Philip Al- nieces and nephews; as well as her be-
icsville, MD ing daughter of the late Earl Rudolph vey and Wanda Jirousek. She is prede- loved yellow Lab, Buddy. We will miss
passed away on Alvey and Elsie May (Jordan) Alvey. ceased by her parents. her beauty, her signature shade of lip-
February 17, Theresa married the love of her life, In lieu of flowers, the family is re- stick, her sense of humor and laughter,
2021 in Washing- John J. Corboo, Jr. on October 25, 1969 questing that donations be made to: her hugs and most of all her strong love
ton, DC. He was before John entered the Navy. Together Alzheimer's Association; Greater for family.
born on July 15, they have spent the last 52 years prov- Maryland Chapter, 225 N. Michigan Cissy is survived by her son, Ronald
1951 in Leonardtown, MD and was the ing that love endures all. Their love Ave. Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601 or N. Cox, Jr. of Mechanicsville, MD;
son of the late Mary R. and Clements story was blessed when they welcomed Hospice of St. Mary’s, Post Office Box mother, Helen C. Downs of Mechanic-
William Copsey. Wayne was the loving two (2) beautiful daughters, Renee and 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. sville, MD; and siblings, John Faunce
husband of Judy Copsey whom he mar- Missy. Condolences may be made to the (Lisa) of Clements, MD; J.R. Faunce
ried on February 7, 1976 at Immaculate A classy, graceful and kind woman, family at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com (Tami) of Mechanicsville, MD and
Conception Church in Mechanicsville, Theresa made friends everywhere Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- Wendy Norris (Billy) of Mechanics-
MD. she went. A social butterfly in every neral Home & Crematory, P.A., Char- ville, MD. She was preceded in death
Wayne is survived by his children scenario; she never wanted anyone to lotte Hall. by her father, John B. Faunce.
Amy Copsey and Jenny (Brian) Con- feel like a stranger. She retired as the Pallbearers are her nephews and
nelly, both of Mechanicsville, MD, 5 Assistant Treasurer of Citizen’s Bank, Charlotte Ann Faunce Cox cousins: John Faunce, Jr., Bobby Nor-
grandchildren, and siblings Irene Hill and during that time she offered excel- ris, Tyler Faunce, David Downs, Ray
of Chaptico, MD, Joyce Alvey of Me- lent customer service which gave way Charlotte Ann Downs and Jimmy Johnson.
chanicsville, MD, Bernice Newton of to long lasting friendships and became Faunce Cox, Condolences to the family may be
Mechanicsville, MD, and Elaine Gass a well-respected associate to all she (Cissy), 64, of made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
of Hollywood, MD. He was preceded served and worked with during her Mechanicsville, Memorial contributions may be made
in death by his brother, Clements “Dag- career. MD passed away in her memory to Mechanicsville Vol-
ger” Copsey, Jr. She was an artist at heart in many on Monday, Feb- unteer Fire Department.
Wayne was a lifelong St. Mary’s ways; that could paint you a picture or ruary 15, 2021 All services have been made through
County resident. He graduated from craft a project to inspire you to attempt at MedStar St. Brinsfield Funeral Home & Crematory,
Chopticon High School in 1969. He your own. She spent many hours with Mary’s Hospital P.A.
was the owner and operator of Copsey her grandchildren crafting, woodwork- in Leonardtown, MD. She was the sec-
Seafood and Ice. In 1968, Wayne joined ing, fishing, crabbing, sewing, and ond child born to Helen C. Faunce and Timothy Allen Ridgell
the Mechanicsville Volunteer Rescue gardening. She used every opportunity the late, John B. Faunce on January 6,
Squad in 1968 and was an active mem- she could to teach and inspire others to 1957 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Timothy Allen Ridgell - the Man, the
ber until his passing. He was a past be the best form of themselves possible. Cissy grew up on Cremona Farm and Myth, the Legend - of St. Inigoes, MD
member of Mechanicsville Volunteer She found quilting to be a peaceful, had wonderful childhood memories crossed the veil while among the moun-
Rescue Squad and Mechanicsville Op- artistic outlet and has blessed many with her siblings that she often looked tains of West Virginia on February 14,
timist Club. Wayne was a U.S. National with her quilts. She could spend hours back on. Friends and relatives would 2021.
Oyster Shucking Champion in 1982 and meticulously piecing and stitching her visit and crab feast were guaranteed Timmy, as he was known by many,
1998. Wayne enjoyed fishing, crabbing, designs. She worked with her daughter
playing cards, turkey and duck hunting, Missy quilting for special charities,
and spending time with his family and children and many family members
grandchildren. who will forever cherish each and every
The Family will receive friends on stitch. If you were blessed with a quilt
Thursday, February 25, 2021 from 9:00 from Theresa, you know her whole
AM to 11:00 AM in the Mattingley- heart went into the creation, design and
Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, execution of her work. Her work will
MD where a Funeral Service will be be cherished for generations, keeping Lynda J. Striegel
held in the Funeral Home Chapel at them wrapped in warmth as if she were REVOCABLE LIVING TRUSTS • BUSINESS LAW
11:00 AM with Father Michael Tietjen hugging them close. She enjoyed seeing
officiating. Interment will follow at customers and working with Renee and WILLS • PROBATE ADMINISTRATION
Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery in Missy as a former member of Cecil’s POWERS OF ATTORNEY • LIVING WILLS
Helen, MD. Serving as pallbearers will Old Mill. SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS FOR DISABLED INDIVIDUALS
be Milton Copsey, Robert Newton, Theresa cherished her family above Lyn speaks to many groups regarding Estate Planning & would
James Hill, Billy Copsey, Evan Erskine, all. She was a dedicated wife, mother, be happy to speak to yours. Lyn also offers complimentary
and Brandon Connelly. Serving as hon- grandmother, great-grandmother and
Estate Planning Classes the Third Wednesday of Each Month
orary pallbearers will be Tyler Unkle, sister. The lessons she shared with them
Emily Connelly, Joseph Connelly, Jor- to be humble, kind, forgiving and com- at 11AM at 8906 Bay Avenue • North Beach, MD 20714.
dan Connelly, and Members of the Me- passionate have made them all better 301-855-2246 • www.legalstriegel.com
chanicsville Volunteer Fire Department people. With her wisdom and guidance,
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In Remembrance
The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
was a lifelong convention and was known for strategic Darrel Clinton Hamm career as a civil servant until he retired
resident of St parking of the trailer for the “Krailer in 1996. He worked for many years
Mary’s County. Krew.” Darrel Clinton Hamm, 69 of Great after his official retirement, first for
He was born at Maintaining an active social life was Mills, MD passed away on February McKay's Food Stores and then Walmart
Quantico Naval a vital part of Timmy’s life. He was of- 14, 2021 at his home. for 16 years.
Hospital to John ten found at the Hideaway Bar, Monk’s Darrel was born on August 5, 1951 JC loved his family and liked nothing
Allen and Anna Inn, and Friendly Tavern. The words in Beaver, OK to the late Loyal Hamm better than to attend the many card par-
Mae “Hoppy” “Hey Partner” and “Just Have a Snort” and Nellie Marshall Hamm. ties, picnics, and other social gatherings
(Langley) Ridge- echoed among friends. He was active Darrel proudly served in the United that his family had, even if it meant
ll on August 15th in many local billiard leagues. Whether States Navy for 14 years. After leav- dressing up in his wife's clothes for
in the year 1957. He - with a free spirit, men’s or mixed, 8 or 9 ball, Timmy was ing the Navy he was employed as an some crazy skit that someone came up
contagious personality, and warm hos- the nucleus of the fun. He even opened Electronics Technician at BAE for 16 with. If there was something happen-
pitality - lived his 63 years. a side business maintaining and felt- years. He married Barbara Jean Suits ing, JC was right in the thick of it.
At the age of 23, he captured the eye ing tables. Timmy was an avid golfer Hamm on July 12, 1984 in Wampsville, He loved antique tractors, and if there
of Bonnie Woodburn. They were mar- and enjoyed traveling with his friends NY. Together they enjoyed watching was a tractor pull or a lawnmower race
ried at St. Michael’s Catholic Church to golf on many different courses. He the Dallas Cowboys football team and in the county and he knew about it, he
on February 16, 1980. They have 2 was part of the annual outing to Myrtle watching NASCAR especially when would be in the stands watching. He
children: Ashleigh (Ridgell) Andrews Beach to battle for “The Cup.” He was Dale Earnhart Sr. was racing. Darrel was active in his church Hollywood
with her husband, Jordan, and John C. proud of his Southern Maryland home and his family attended the Church of United Methodist Church, and spent
Ridgell with his wife, Crystal, all of and was a constant fixture at the Oyster Christ, California, MD. He enjoyed many years as a member of the church
whom reside on ‘The Compound’ in St. Festival, St. Mary’s County Fair, and watching the classic TV shows Hogan’s choir, a trustee, an SPRC member, and
Inigoes, MD. Personal happiness was was a candidate for County Commis- Heroes and Andy Griffith. Family life served in many other capacities as a
an iconic trait of Timmy, and nothing sioner in 2018. was important to him and he cherished leader in the church. He even offered
brought more joy to him than spend- Timmy had an inborn quest for ad- spending time with his wife and chil- his services as Jolly Ole St. Nick at the
ing time with his 5 grandchildren: venture. Many recall the memories of dren and his Beagle named Jerry. Church Christmas Programs, putting
Wyatt Allen Andrews, Colton James his Winnebago. Wally the Winnebago Darrel is survived by his wife, Barba- smiles on many children's faces, includ-
Andrews, Heidi Marie Ridgell, Hazel had no boundaries and went on ad- ra; his children, Timothy Allen Hamm ing his own grandchildren. He put his
Mae Ridgell, and Josie Marie Andrews ventures with no plans in place, often of Lexington Park, MD and Nicholas acting skills to the test in several "Pairs
were the center of Pop Pop’s life. For spending the night with family in a James Hamm of Bowie, MD; siblings, and Spares" Sunday-School Class
each birthday, Pop Pop’s tradition was Walmart parking lot. Timmy loved his Rodney Hamm and Marilyn Hamm Plays.
gathering all the grandkids at the Donut dogs and they always became impor- both of Oklahoma City, OK, and Terry He also enjoyed his quiet time, read-
Connection for unlimited donuts and tant travelling companions. His sitting Hamm and Jim Hamm both of Liberal, ing westerns or doing a crossword or
scratch offs. time was often spent in his favorite KS. He was preceded in death by his Suduko puzzle with Shirley. You could
Growing up, Timmy shared his chair with the westerns. He was quite parents. usually find a partially finished jigsaw
companionship with his brother, the spoiler as he narrated them as they A Memorial Services will be offici- puzzle on a table in their house dur-
Philip “Heavy’” Ridgell (Brenda), who played. The center of family time was ated by Minister Charlie Wharton on ing the winter months. He loved his
now reside in St. Inigoes, and sister, his home in West Virginia – a place for March 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., at the Iowa family too, and never missed the
Sarah Lynne Ridgell, now residing in him to gather with family and friends. Church of Christ, 44850 St. Andrew’s chance to go back home and visit them.
Great Mills, MD. As a child, he had All who visited the house felt at home Church road, California, MD 20619. He was a doer and a fixer, whenever
a strong relationship with his mother and looked forward to returning for Interment is private. something needed fixing in "the place"
and learned the art of hard work and hunting, riding side-by-sides, golf, trips Condolences to the family may be (for which he called Home) he and his
entrepreneurship from delivering fresh to get ice cream, or just exploring the made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. partner in crime, (Brother-in-law) Ron
harvested crabmeat and oysters to local beauty of the mountains. Everyone was Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- Simpson could fix it together.
restaurants for Copsey Seafood. Up un- special among the hills and beckoned to neral Home, P.A. Anyone who knew JC knew if they
til 1992, he continued the farming op- return to a place that Timmy loved so needed him, he was there. His love of
erations on the family homeplace. That dearly. JC Tubbs family, strong work ethic, easy smile
year, he harnessed his love for the road The family wishes to extend sincere and desire to help anyone in need, no
and seafood by starting A & J Trans- gratitude for all of the calls and mes- JC Tubbs, 79 questions asked, will be the legacy he
port Trucking Company. For 10 years, sages of support during this most trying of Hollywood, leaves behind for all who knew and
Timmy, aka the “Mason Jar”, in a well- time. Timmy was a dedicated com- MD passed away loved him.
maintained Peterbilt tractor, brought munity member and friend to many. He at MedStar St. In addition to his beloved wife, JC is
seafood around the states. In 2002, the was loved by all, and those who knew Mary’s Hospital also survived by his children: Michael
Ridgells opened Chesapeake Trophy on him called him friend. in Leonardtown, Alan Tubbs (Dana) of Great Mills, MD,
Great Mills Road. Mass of Christian burial will be held MD on Monday, Kimberly Dawn Bentley (Bill) of Hol-
Timmy had a love for life and a large at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 25, February 15, lywood, MD, Melanie Althea Stacy
depository of friends and acquaintances 2021, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. 2021. (Chris) of Great Mills, MD and Janet
from all facets of his life. At the age of Interment will follow at St. Michael’s He was born on May 12, 1941 in Crystal Langley ( JW) of North Port,
16, Timmy joined the Ridge Volunteer Church Cemetery. Iowa City, IA to the late Robert Jackson FL; his siblings: Roberta Biddle, Juan-
Fire Department. He was a dedicated Pallbearers will be Allen Raley, Tubbs and Esther L. Cook. ita Scott, Richard Tubbs, Beverly Gus-
member and current Secretary of the Bradley Cooper, Leroy Owens, JC is a graduate of Corydon High tafson, David Tubbs, Dwayne Richards,
Department. He was active on many Billy Bodnar, Danny Langley, Julian School in Iowa. Upon graduation, he and Carla Brown; his grandchildren:
committees associated with the Vol- Schwab, Bill Mattingly, and Steve Fa- enlisted in the United States Navy and Michael “Kyle”, Mindy Lucinda, Ray-
unteer Fire Department, including cini. Honorary pallbearers are Gary proudly served his country for four mond Ellis, William “Cody”, Elizabeth
Past-President. He was a member of the Ridgell, Ralph Ridgell, Barry Matting- years, until his honorable discharge in Marie, Joshua Christopher, Jonathan
Southern Maryland Firemen’s Associa- ly, Jimmy Fairfax, John ‘Bubba’ Chap- September 1964. During his service, Corry, Brandy Leigh, Ryan Matthew,
tion and the Maryland State Firemen’s man, and the members of the Ridge he earned the Good Conduct Medal. Faith Rianna, Crystal Lynn, Ashley
Association. He was instrumental and Volunteer Fire Department. The Navy may have brought JC to St. Nicole, Courtney Marie, and Rebecca
took great pride in the Ridge Firemen’s Memorial contributions can be made Mary's County from Iowa, but a little Ann; 15 great-grandchildren; and many
Carnival. Not a carnival goer attended to the Ridge Volunteer Fire Depart- redhead named Shirley Louden kept extended family and friends. In addi-
without knowing Timmy! Additionally, ment, P.O. Box 520 Ridge, MD 20680. him here. While stationed at Patux- tion to his parents his stepfather, Carl
he was well known by many due to The arrangements are under the di- ent River, he met Shirley through her Richards; and his siblings also precede
his involvement in the Maryland State rection of Brinsfield Funeral Home in sister's boyfriend and was smitten. He him in death: Guy Tubbs, Mary Lou
Firemen’s Convention in Ocean City. Leonardtown, MD. ended up spending the rest of his life Sunday, and Melvin Tubbs.
He had a special role in awards for the here with her. They started and raised Servings as pallbearers will be Kyle
their family here and he continued his
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Tubbs, Jonathan Fender, Brandy Fender, Sara Jo Morgan MD (formerly him. His loyalty and his devotion to his
Ryan Fender, Cody Bentley, and Scott CA State) passed fiancé, friends, and family was second
Stauffer. Honorary Pallbearer Raymond Sara Jo Mor- away on Febru- to none. Craig was incredibly compas-
Hayes. gan, 79, of ary 15, 2021 at sionate, and without hesitation would
Memorial contributions may be Leonardtown Discovery Com- do absolutely anything for anyone that
made to Hollywood United Methodist peacefully passed mons in Califor- he loved.
Church, 24422 Mervell Dean Road, away on Febru- nia, MD. At times Craig could seem a bit quiet
Hollywood, MD 20636. ary 11, 2021 at St. He was born and reserved, but it never took long for
Condolences to the family may be Mary’s Hospital on July 19, 1936 his larger-than-life personality to come
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. with her daughter in San Francisco, CA to the late Jack out. He had a great sense of humor,
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- and granddaugh- Stanley Wiley and Doris Ellen Krebs contagious laugh, and was always down
neral Home, P.A. ter by her side. Born to Joseph and Wiley. for anything. Craig loved to have a
Sarah Dumont on April 29, 1941, she After high school, Gary served good time, and it was always a good
Linda Rose Feather was their middle child. She grew up in the U.S. Navy, earning the Good time when you were with him.
in Point Marion, PA and had what her Conduct Medal. He received a B.A. in Craig had recently proposed to his
Linda Rose daughter called, “It’s a Wonderful Life” Accounting from Stanford University love, Candyce Naomi Herd, and they
Feather, 72, of childhood. She was a majorette for her and spent his career as a dedicated and were engaged on December 25, 2020.
Hollywood, MD High School and she was an avid roller skilled Certified Public Accountant for He was incredibly excited and ex-
departed this life skater. She was amazing to watch danc- many years until his retirement in 2018. tremely proud to be starting their life
on Friday, Febru- ing on roller skates. If her family had In April 1998, he married his beloved together. He looked forward to becom-
ary 12, 2021 after not moved to St. Mary’s County when wife, Nancy in Little Shasta, CA. To- ing a devoted husband, and dedicated
a lengthy battle she was 20, I believe her interest was gether they celebrated over 17 years step-father to Nilah Lavon Herd, as he
with illness. As hopefully to pursue a professional skat- wonderful years of marriage before her loved them both dearly.
the warrior she ing career. passing in 2015. He was preceded in death by his
was, she fought until the very end with She was part of the insurance in- He was a member of the Lions Club grandparents Milo Sr. and Doris Wil-
dignity and grace. Born on November dustry for 30+ years. She worked for and Toastmasters. son, grandmother Elizabeth Wilson,
26, 1948 in Washington, DC, she was Waring Ahern Insurance for almost Gary is survived by his children: and grandfather Erle Roberts.
the loving daughter of the late Ernest 20 years and then set up an office out Marc, of Colorado and Tracy of Craig Jr. is survived by his father
Henry Cadieu and Virginia Lee Rose of her home for the remainder of her California; step-daughter Rachel of Craig Wilson Sr. and step-mother
Cadieu. years as an agent. She also managed California; Gary’s twin brother, Jack Marsha; mother Donna Silver and step-
Linda married the love of her life the 235 Diner for several years. She Wiley of Hollywood, MD and Jack’s father Jeff; grandmother Mary Roberts;
and best friend, Milton Ray Feather played many sports around the county wife Linda; his sister Jo Fessenden of and brothers Christopher Wilson, Jacob
on March 1, 1965. They were married for many years. She played with the CA; his grandchildren: Beau, Dakota, Silver and Selena, and Jeremy Silver;
forty-seven years and raised three chil- Tricoda Darts and was president of the Lexi, Taylor and Christopher; his sisters Hannah Dorough and Kevin,
dren, Regina, Wonda and Donald. league for a short time and Women’s great-grandchildren; Clayton, Jaycee, and Jessica Silver. He is also survived
Linda was a beautiful soul with the Horseshoe Leagues. Her true passion and Delayne; his mother-in-law, Doris by fiancé Candyce Naomi Herd and
heart of an angel. She cherished God was playing on the North Shuffleboard Holm of CA; and many more extended her daughter Nilah Lavon Herd, two
and her family above all. Linda was a League. She was very competitive in all family and friends. In addition to his nieces, and numerous aunts, uncles, and
devoted Mom, Gram, Gigi, sister and sports and gave it her all, which she has parents, he is also preceded in death by cousins.
friend. She was an active member of many trophies to show for it. The teams his wife, Nancy Wiley. All arrangements have been made at
Laurel Run Church of God in Friends- she played with usually won the Cham- All services will be private. Brinsfield Funeral Home & Crematory,
ville, MD. pionship games. She was a BIG fan of Condolences to the family may be P.A., Charlotte Hall, MD.
Linda was a kind and loving woman the Pittsburgh Steelers. Her apartment made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
who had a heart of gold. She enjoyed is full of Steeler memorabilia. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- Eddie Reece
going to the Senior Centers (Southern She is survived by her daughter neral Home, P.A.
Pines and Friendsville). Linda loved Georgie Marquess and son Joe Alvey. Eddie Reece,
Bingo, music (Elvis Presley & Conway She has four (4) grandchildren, Judy Craig Thomas Wilson Jr. 84 of Mechanics-
Twitty were here all time favorites), go- Smith (Travis), Sara Marquess-LaQuay ville, MD passed
ing out to eat, and shopping. (Robert), Evan Alvey, and Mason Al- On the morn- away at his home
Linda may be gone, but she will nev- vey. She has six (6) great-grandsons, ing of February on February 14,
er be forgotten. Her beautiful soul left Dashawn Smith, Marquess Smith, 11, 2021 heaven 2021.
her earthly body and is now in the arms Deandre Smith, Kenyon LaQuay, Kam- gained another He was born
of our Heavenly Father. She is in no eron LaQuay, and Karter LaQuay. She angel. Craig on June 12, 1936
more pain and has been reunited with and her great-grandson Deandre had a Thomas Wilson in Coeburn, VA
loved ones in Heaven who have gone very special bond and he was so protec- Jr. departed this to the late Arthur and Nellie Mae Wo-
before her. The memories that Linda tive of her, she will now be his guardian life in a tragic car odring Reece.
has left behind will forever live on in angel. accident. On September 14, 1958, Eddie mar-
our hearts. She has a sister, Pauline Dumont who Craig Jr. was born on April 8, 1985 ried his beloved wife, Rosalee Marie
She is survived by her three children, resides in California. She has many in Cheverly, Maryland to Craig Wilson “Rosie” Wise in Lexington Park,
Regina Lynn Guthrie of Hollywood special friends at Newtowne Village Sr. and Donna Silver. Craig Jr. was a MD. Together they celebrated over 52
MD, Wonda Ann Philyaw and her hus- Apartments and her care-taker Penny resident of Hyattsville, Maryland, but wonderful years of marriage before her
band, Harley of California, MD, and Lambert who she cherished and missed was most recently living in Malabar, passing in October 2010. Eddie was a
Donald Ray Feather and his wife, Patty greatly. The “gals” at Newtowne Florida where he was working at his member of the Calvary Gospel Church
of Lake View, SC; twelve grandchil- dubbed her “The Princess” and it really father’s company, Palm Bay Concrete. in Waldorf, MD.
dren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and tickled her. Craig took great pride in his career as a Eddie was a gold member of Plaster-
one sister, Barbara Lee Leonardi. She She is preceded in death by her par- truck driver, and was also a very proud ers and Cement Masons Local 891 for
was preceded in death by her parents, ents and sister, Mary Evans. graduate of Eleanor Roosevelt High 65 years. He started his own concrete
and husband, Milton Ray Feather. Donations can be made in her name School in Greenbelt, Maryland. In his finishing company in the early 80’s. Ed-
Condolences to the family may be to the Leonardtown Rescue Squad. spare time, he enjoyed working on cars, die retired in 2006.
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com They always took very good care of her playing pool, listening to good music, Many who knew Eddie, describe him
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- on calls when they had to assist her. and watching D.C. sports – especially as having “the biggest heart”. With that
neral Home & Crematory, P.A., Char- his beloved Redskins. heart, he loved his family. His kindness
lotte Hall, MD. Gary S. Wiley He will be remembered for his kind- and compassion for others was showed
ness, love of life, and heart of gold. every day.
Gary S. Wiley, 84, of California, He was a bright light to all who knew Eddie loved the simple things in his
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In Remembrance
The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
life, playing cards with his family and Styles and Betty ington, DC. Born on October 4, 1953 Rescue Squad , Patuxent River Fire De-
going to the Casino. He was a die-hard Ann Crowell. in Leonardtown, MD, he was the loving partment, and Seventh District Volun-
fan of the Washington Redskins, Wash- Tommy was son of Rosemary Lawrence, and the late teer Fire Department.
ington Nationals and Nascar. Joe Gibbs a talented and Francis McQue Lawrence. Stevie was Contributions may be made to the
racing team being his favorite. If he gifted carpenter, the loving husband of Anna Gail Guy Seventh District Volunteer Rescue
was not watching sports, he was watch- flooring installer, Lawrence, whom he married on August Squad P.O. Box 7 Avenue, MD 20609
ing old western movies. security locks 3, 1974, in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and ACTS ( A Community That Shares)
Before his wife Rosie health de- and door installer Morganza, MD. Stevie is survived by P.O. Box 54 Bushwood, MD 20618.
clined, the two of them loved to take and drummer. his siblings Gwen Tarantola (Mike) of
long and weekend trips. He enjoyed There was not much that Tommy could Mechanicsville, MD, Mac Lawrence Shannon Danielle Parker
the many trips to the beach with his NOT do. During his time working with (Kathy) of Clements, MD, Ida Abell
children, brothers and their families. It his Uncle, the late Wesley Styles, for (B.K.) of Mechanicsville, MD, and Shannon Dani-
was a family affair! He took many trips Metro Metals, Tommy worked along- Tina Graves (Glenn) of Bushwood, MD. elle Parker, 44,
to his hometown, Coeburn, VA, to visit side as they installed various security He was preceded in death by his sister of Tall Timbers,
family. He loved to take his family and framing, doors and locks at the White Brenda Wathen. MD, formerly
show where he grew up, coal mining House. While working at Flooring Max He was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, of Modesto, CA
places and the mountains. for Pete Griffin Jr, Tommy was chosen MD resident and graduated from Chop- passed away of
Eddie will truly be missed. to be on a team to work on a home ticon High School in 1971. Stevie was February 1, 2021
Eddie is survived by his children: makeover for Oprah Winfrey's friend the Station Chief at the Patuxent River in Callaway, MD.
Teresa Orencia of Mechanicsville, MD, and life coachIyanla Vanzant's home Fire Department for 25 years, retiring in Shannon was
Janet Clements (Tony) of Hollywood, lead by interior designer Nate Berkus. October 2004. He was the owner and born on June 17, 1976 in Modesto, CA to
MD, Ralph “Buddy” Reece of Mechan- Tommy took pride in everything he did operator of Pull & Tug Enterprises in the late Steven Allen Walker and Cheryl
icsville, MD and Timothy Reece (Eliza- whether for customers, friends or Avenue, MD. Lynn Nunes Russell of Piney Point, MD.
beth) of Mechanicsville, MD; his sib- family. He gave everything his all and Stevie joined the Department in 1992 Shannon was hardworking and full
lings: Douglas Reese (Bobbie) of Bry- put his heart and soul into all that he and served as an Asst. Engineer from of life. She had a strong work ethic, and
ans Road, MD, Alma Hackle (Norm) did. Tommy enjoyed carpentry, fishing, 1993 - 2014. He also served the Squad spent many years doing what she loved,
Montrose, VA, Frank Reece (Sherry) of playing the drums, cooking, listening as Installation and Audit Committee being a waterman. She married her wife
Coeburn, VA, and Thelma Mayewski to music and the Washington Redskins. Chairman. He was Vice Chair of the Penny Luckel in 2014. They enjoyed
(Gary) of Churchville, NY; his grand- Most of all he loved Jesus and spend- Building and Grounds Committee, as working on the water together. Shannon
children: Jamie Thompson (Melissa), ing time with his family. He was very well as , the Annual Lawn Mower Races loved listening to music; her favorites
Jeffrey Thompson (Elsie), Katelyn proud of his children and looked for- Committee in association with Bowles were Janis Joplin, Alanis Morissette,
Reece, Ashlyn Reece, and TJ Reece; ward to becoming a Grandpa one day. Farm - the Squads biggest fund raiser. and Eminem. She was a social butterfly,
his great grandchildren: Shane Orencia, The times we shared have given us all Stevie also served in the Seventh Dis- she never met a stranger and enjoyed
Jenna Thompson, Ethan Thompson, Il- memories that will transcend time. He trict Vol. Fire Dept. from 1971 - 1985, having a good time with her friends.
eigh Thompson, and Leon Martin; and is and will be deeply missed until we serving as an Asst. Engineer for 6 years. She was very loving and couldn't leave a
many extended family and friends. In reunite with him in Heaven. Stevie was inducted into the Southern room without a hug and a kiss. You could
addition to his parents, he is also pre- Along with his wife of 17 years, Tam- Maryland Volunteer Firemen's Associa- tell she entered a room by her distinc-
ceded in death by his son, Eddie Gene my, Tommy is survived by his beautiful tions Hall of Fame in 2015. tive, raspy voice. She had a one of a kind
Reece; his grandson, Kevin Orencia; children, son Daniel Styles and wife Stevie worked for the Patuxent River laugh and had no filter. She was athletic
and his siblings: Billie Wallace, Joseph Lydia of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, Naval Air Station Fire Dept. for 35 years growing up and was extremely proud of
Reece, Ralph Reece, Arthur Reece, son Nathan Styles and his wife Ca- retiring as a Supervisory Station Chief coaching her daughters' basketball team
Robert Reece, and Rex Reece. rine of Northpole, Alaska, daughter with prior service as a Lieutenant and when they were in grade school.
Family will receive friends on Friday, Faith Marie Styles, son John Patrick Captain. Stevie was an EVOC Instruc- She is survived by her wife Penny
February 26, 2021 from 10:00 to 11:00 Styles and step daughter Schae Quade- tor for MFRI for over 20 years." Luckel of Waldorf, MD, her mother,
a.m., with a Funeral Service held at Herbinko of Callaway, Maryland. He is Additionally, the Seventh District Cheryl Lynn Russell and William Rus-
11:00 a.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, also survived by his siblings, sister Be- Volunteer Fire Department posted about sell, of Piney Point, MD, her children
22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, atrice Ann, “BeaBea” Stapleton and her Lawrence's passing. Britni Parker (Augustus) of Lexing-
MD 20650. Interment will follow at husband William, brother Clyde Otis II, "Stevie was a member of our depart- ton Park, MD, Brionna Parker of Tall
Trinity Memorial Gardens in Waldorf, “Rocky” Styles and his wife Avis, sister ment for a number of years in the 1970's. Timbers, MD, and Shaun Furtado of
MD. The service will be livestreamed Tina Arita Sellentine and her husband Stevie was a great friend of the depart- Piney Point, MD, her siblings, Chad
and may be found at Boxcast-Eddie Re- Steve, sister Gloria Jean Velenti and her ment and was always there to help us Walker (Amanda) of CA, Shawn Walker
ece Service. husband Gino, brother David Wayne out when needed," the department said (Shannon) of Ceres, CA, Michelle El-
Servings as pallbearers will be Jamie Styles and his wife Monica and sister on Facebook. "In the picture below, Ste- liot (Chuck) of Pasadena, MD, and Ste-
Thompson, Jeffrey Thompson, George Rebecca Lynn ”Becky” Styles and vie is using his tow truck from his busi- ven Walker of FL, her grandchildren,
Alling, Billie Bookwalter, Georgie many nieces and nephews. ness Pull and Tug Enterprises, to help Makenna and Tristan Proctor, of Lex-
Rentizell and Mark Burch. Along with his parents, he was pre- us transport our 1951 engine to get re- ington Park, MD, Makeira and Kingsley
Memorial contributions may be made ceded in death by his sister Faith Styles, stored. We thank Stevie for his service Robinson of Tall Timbers, MD, and Julie
to Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad, his brother WIlliam Patrick Styles lov- to our community, he will be greatly Green, Daniesha Thomas, and Brandon
P.O. Box 79, Hollywood, MD 20636 ingly known as Big Bill, and his sister- missed." Campbell who were like children to her.
and Mechanicville Volunteer Rescue in-law Cindy Styles. The family will receive friends on She is preceeded in death by her fa-
Squad, P.O. Box 15, Mechanicsville, All services at this time will be Monday, March 1, 2021 from 9:30 AM ther Steven Walker, her grandmother
MD 20659. private. to 10:45 AM with Fire Department Rose Pe-Pe, her uncle Daniel Nunes,
Condolences to the family may be Condolences to the family may be prayers recited at 10:00AM followed by and her niece Alexis Thomas.
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. EMS prayers in Holy Angels Catholic A Memorial Service will be held on
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu- Church Avenue, MD where a Mass of Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 11:00
neral Home, P.A. Robert Stevie Lawrence Christian Burial will be celebrated at a.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955
11:00 AM with Father Stephen Wyble Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD
Thomas Matthew Styles Robert Ste- officiating. Interment will follow in 20650. The service will be livestreamed
vie Law- Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery Bush- and may be found at Boxcast-Shannon
Thomas Matthew Styles, loving rence, “Torque wood, MD. Serving as pallbearers will Parker Service.
known as Tommy, 49, formally from Wrench”,67, of be Danny Ellis, Ronnie Mattingly, Tom- Condolences to the family may be
Mechanicsville, Maryland passed Avenue, MD my Bowles, Kim Mason, Lee Pilkerton made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
away on February 13, 2021. passed away on and Billy Guy. Honorary Pallbearers Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu-
He was born on June 16, 1971 in February 19, will be the Seventh District Volunteer neral Home, P.A.
Bethesda, Maryland to Clyde Otis 2021 in Wash-
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND
CASE NO: C18CV20-000268
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ORDER OF PUBLICATION
The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of Wh
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redemption in the following property, cold by the Collector of taxes for St. Mary’s re Y
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County and the State of Maryland to the Plaintiff in these proceedings: Sum ur Plans
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LOT 32 & P/O 31; BLK A; SEC 2 PLAT 21/244; SAINT MARY’S BEACH
and assessed to CHARLES K CUSIC and MARY C CUSIC, also known 27160
BARTON ST, Tax Account No. 06-021115 on the Tax Roll of the Director of
Treasury
The Complaint Foreclose Right of Redemption states, among other things, that the
amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid, although more than six (6)
months from the date of sale has transpired.
It is thereupon, this 21st day of January, 2021, by the Circuit Court for St.
Mary’s County, Maryland.
ORDERED, That notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some
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newspaper having a general circulation in Saint Mary’s County once a week for
three (3) successive weeks on or before the 21st day of March 2021, warning
all persons interested in the property to appear in this Court by the 21st day of
March 2021 and redeem the property described above and answer the Complaint
or thereafter a Final Judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption
in the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all
encumbrances. St. Mary’s News
Debra J. Burch
Clerk of Court for In Print & Online
St. Mary’s County, Maryland
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