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ON THE COVER 3
Amanda Eller, a Mechanicsville native, was rescued after being lost in a Maui forest for 17 days. Javier
Cantellops, pictured, was one of her rescuers.
LOCAL NEWS 3
COMMUNITY 11
LOCAL 5
The replica Maryland Dove currently anchored at Historic St. Mary’s City will be replaced with a new,
FEATURE 15 more historically accurate rendition; construction begins June 1 on the Eastern Shore
EDUCATION 18
SPORTS 22
SENIOR CALENDAR 27
“IT’S OUR WAY OF SAYING:
LIBRARY CALENDAR 27 ‘WELCOME TO ADULTHOOD.’”
COUNTY PROGRAM COORDINATOR
COMMUNITY CALENDAR 28 KELSEY BUSH ON PROJECT GRADUATION
BUSINESS DIRECTORY 30
W EEKLY FO R E C AST
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On May 26, 2019, at approximately pect in the case was still in the hospital,
11:20 p.m. deputies from the St. Mary’s Willenborg said.
County Sheriff’s Office responded to Preliminary investigation determined
the 35800 block of Bay Drive in Chapti- the victim was involved in a family dis-
co, for the reported stabbing. Respond- pute, and was subsequently stabbed out- Saturday, May 25, 2019, at 10:45 p.m., tal of 573 vehicles passed through the
ing officers located the victim, later side the residence. The circumstances Troopers from the Maryland State Po- checkpoint. Eight vehicles were directed
identified as Michael Ross Bethea, age surrounding the incident are still under lice, Leonardtown Barrack assisted by to the side of the road for further test-
47 of Washington, D.C. suffering from a investigation. Anyone with informa- the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office ing, resulting in three individuals being
stab wound. Lifesaving measures were tion on this incident is asked to contact conducted a Sobriety Checkpoint on arrested for driving under the influence.
attempted by responding officers and Detective Skyler LeFave at (301) 475- southbound Maryland Route 235 (Three One individual was arrested for posses-
emergency personnel, however Bethea 4200 extension *1983 or by email at Notch Road) at First Colony Boulevard, sion of a controlled dangerous substance
was pronounced deceased on the scene. Skyler.LeFave@stmarysmd.com. Citi- California, - not marijuana, one individual arrest-
Detectives from the Criminal Investiga- zens may remain anonymous and con- The Southern Maryland chapter ed for possession of marijuana in an
tions Division responded to the scene tact Crime Solvers at (301) 475-3333, or of Mothers Against Drunk Driving amount of more than 10 grams and one
and continued the investigation. text a tip to “TIP239” plus their mes- (MADD) were also on location to repre- individual was issued a civil citation for
Capt. Edward Willenborg, command- sage to “CRIMES” (274637). Through sent victims of DUI collisions. possession of marijuana in an amount
er of the Criminal Investigations Divi- the Crime Solvers Program tipsters are The checkpoint was completed at less than 10 grams.
sion of the sheriff’s office, said law of- eligible for an award of up to $1,000 12:22 a.m. During this operation, a to-
ficers have a suspect in the case but no for information about a crime in St.
one has been charged. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or
“There probably will be an arrest,”
Willenborg said. “But the suspect was
indictment.
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The above Petitioner has filed a Petition for Change of Name in which
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Scholarships to High School Seniors Public EV Charging Equipment
The St. Mary’s County Arts Council in a St. Mary’s County public or pri-
will present a $1,000 award to four grad- vate high school, or a senior in a home- Co-op proposes to install charging will include Level 2 chargers and Di-
uating seniors in St. Mary’s County. schooled setting. stations at local governmental facilities rect Current Fast Chargers. According
The Arts Council has established these A completed application must be filed Southern Maryland Electric Coop- to SMECO, the cooperative has already
awards to recognize, encourage, and with the St. Mary’s County Arts Coun- erative (SMECO) has submitted a filing received great interest in EV charging
support individuals who demonstrate cil no later than Friday June 14, 2019 at 4 with the Maryland Public Service Com- stations from local governments seek-
excellence and a high level of interest in PM. Applications and requirements may mission (PSC) requesting authorization ing to provide stations for public use.
any of the following categories: Visual, be found at www.stmarysartscouncil. to install up to 60 electric vehicle charg- The cooperative plans to develop an ap-
Performing (vocals, instrumental, or com ing stations throughout the coopera- plication and a method of determining
dance), or Theater Arts. Questions regarding the application tive’s service area over a five-year pilot the most suitable locations for the char-
To be eligible for this award, a can- or the application process should be di- period. gers. An important consideration is the
didate must be a resident of St. Mary’s rected to Nell Elder at 240-309-4061 or SMECO plans to work with state, existing infrastructure already in place.
County, be a currently enrolled senior info@smcart.org municipal, and local government enti- SMECO anticipates starting the pilot in
ties to determine the locations for public 2020.
electric vehicle (EV) chargers, which
Nuclear Power Plant Sirens to be Tested
There will be a full-cycle test of the system. If the sirens sound at any other State Troopers Looking
for Job Candidates
alert and notification sirens through- time, residents should tune to one of the
out St. Mary’s, Calvert and Dorchester local radio stations for information and
counties on Monday, June 3 at noon. instructions.
This includes a three-minute activa- Knowing what to do before, during
tion of all sirens within the 10-mile area and after an emergency is a critical part The Maryland State Police Leonard- career opportunities within the Mary-
around Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power of being prepared and may make all the town Barrack will be holding a recruit- land State Police and complete an ini-
Plant. All citizens are asked to remem- difference, when seconds count. ing job fair on Saturday, June 8, 2019, tial application. Anyone interested in
ber the scheduled testing and relay To learn about Disasters & Hazards, from 10 am to 2 pm. The event will be a career in law enforcement is urged
the information to friends, family and Being Prepared and Being Informed held at the Leonardtown Barrack, 23200 to come out and talk to our recruiters.
neighbors. visit: Leonard Hall Drive, Leonardtown, MD Anyone with questions can contact the
The testing is conducted to check si- www.co.cal.md.us/emergencyman- 20650. You will be able to speak with Maryland State Police Leonardtown
ren operation and increase public aware- agement.com or prepare.stmarysmd. the local barrack recruiters, learn about Barrack at 301-475-8955.
ness of the alert and notification siren com
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Pet
to-shore landing craft. achieved by our focus on speed, value,
These ships support missions from results and partnerships,” said Secretary
sea to shore, special operations and oth- of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readi-
er warfare missions. They also serve as ness, lethality and modernization are the
secondary aviation platforms. Because requirements driving these priorities.”
OF THE WEEK of their inherent capabilities, these ships There are many ways for sailors to
have been and will continue to be called earn a distinction in their command,
MEET BABY KITTY upon to support humanitarian and other
contingency missions on short notice,
community, and career. Morgan is most
proud of being selected for Blue Jacket
Hi there, my name is Baby Kitty and according to Navy officials. of the Quarter from his department for
I'm a solid gent, weighing in at about Serving in the Navy means Morgan is the quality of work he has provided.
15 pounds of AMERICAN MADE, GRADE part of a world that is taking on new im- “I was selected for Blue Jacket of the
A, ORGANIC, GLUTEN FREE, FREE RANGE portance in America’s focus on rebuild- Quarter which was my biggest accom-
feline! I'm 10 years young which is a good age ing military readiness, strengthening plishment so far,” said Morgan.
if you want to be past all the kitten shenanigans and just get a CALM, alliances and reforming business prac- As a member of one of the U.S. Na-
RELAXED cat! I've gotten along with the other CATS in my house, I'm tices in support of the National Defense vy’s most relied upon assets, Morgan
pals with DOGS, and I even like KIDS (babies included). I'm every cat Strategy. and other sailors know they are part of
owner's DEAREST WISH. I may be initially nervous of new people, but A key element of the Navy the nation a legacy that will last beyond their life-
once I get to know you all I want is to LOVE YOU. It's time to give TCAS needs is tied to the fact that America is times, contributing to the Navy the na-
a call and BE MY MIRACLE! When you adopt from TCAS you are literally a maritime nation, and that the nation’s tion needs.
saving a life. prosperity is tied to the ability to operate “I feel like I’m a part of a greater
PLEASE CHOOSE ME! And, remember, if there is room in the heart, there freely on the world’s oceans. More than cause,” said Morgan. “It means that peo-
is room in the house. 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is cov- ple back home can have freedoms to do
Come meet me and the wonderful gang at Tri-County ered by water; 80 percent of the world’s what they want to do. It’s a great honor
Animal Shelter (6707 Animal Shelter Road, Hughesville) population lives close to a coast; and 90 to be able to serve for my country.”
or call 301-932-1713 for more information. To see more percent of all global trade by volume
of my amazing friends available for adoption, “like” us travels by sea. By Mass Communication Specialist
on Facebook @ Tri-County Animal Shelter Southern MD. “Our priorities center on people, ca- 1st Class Robert Zahn, Navy Office of
pabilities and processes, and will be Community Outreach
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influenced. This exhibit runs June 4-30, 2019. you will enjoy seeing her needle-felted
art and other bead jewelry including
The First Friday Reception is June 7 from 5-8 pm. Refreshments crab brooches just in time for Crab
will be served. The public is invited to meet the artists and learn Fest. And if it’s crabs you love, stop by to see all the other crabby
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Fu& G ME there
41. Ridicules
43. Allied Powers vs. Central
12. Space station
14. Gene
19. Satisfy 7. Hello (slang)
S
Powers 23. Livid
45. Produce
47. Ancient kingdom near
24. It comes after “et”
25. More (Spanish)
8. Cost per mile
Dead Sea
49. Hebrew unit of liquid
26. Electronic data processing
27. Buffer solution to separate 9. A type of honcho
capacity DNA and RNA
10. Consequently
Distracted by Genealogy
50. Type of sword 28. Primate
55. “Sin City” actress 29. Scattered
56. Female reproductive cells
57. Afflicted
34. Evergreen tree
35. What engaged couples
12. Couples say them
59. One point north of
northeast
will say
36. Barbie’s friend aloud
I am in my
60. Garland
61. Spiritual leader
37. Midway between south
and southeast 13. Sharp slap
62. Negative 39. A position from which
downsizing 63. Tooth caregiver
64. Cheek
progress can be made
40. Showed up
16. On a line at right
mood again and CLUES DOWN
41. Insecticide
42. Type of milk
angles
trying to give CLUES ACROSS 17. Type of horse 1. Form of “to be”
2. A hand has one
44. Verandas
45. Annoyingly talkative 17. More guileful
away or sell as 1. Sacred bull (Egyptian 18. Volcanic craters
3. Thought 46. Abba __, Israeli politician
20. Chipotle founder
PUZZLE SOLUTIONS
myth.) 20. Type of graph (abbr.) 47. “Heat” director
4. Physical body
many things as 5. One-time European money 21. Supporters
LAST WEEK’S
5. Removes 48. Plant genus
possible. There
8. Disfigure
11. Polish city
22. North and South are two
25. Spread 6. One who perpetrates
wrongdoing
51. Swiss river
52. Prejudice
22. Trauma center
13. Move quickly on foot 30. Adjusted
are family pho- 14. Landlocked West African
country
31. Vietnamese offensive
32. Nazi architect
7. Make one
8. Kate and Rooney are two
53. Actor Idris
54. Freedom fighters (slang) 25. Commercial
58. Criticize
tos I have from 15. Used in aromatherapy
16. The greatest of all time
33. Nigerian peoples
38. When you hope to get
9. __ Ladd, “Shane” actor
10. Makes fun of 26. “__ humbug!”
my aunt’s and 27. Relaxing period
uncles’ fami- 29. Calls balls and strikes
lies that I need
to disperse to
31. Decorative scarf
their rightful 34. Korean family name
to the yellow book. Coffey helped CLUES ACROSS 41. Pa’s partner 36. Antagonizes
homes. In doing research on my
establish Coffeyville in 1869. The
wanderlust”ful” paternal grand- 1. Partially burn 42. Lump of semiliquid 37. Buenos Aires capital
green book version is that Asberry
father Warren Harley Lee (the one substance La __
Coffey, a third cousin to Col. James 5. Mind
who was still married to my grand- 44. Grasslike plant 38. Exhibit grief
A. Coffey, also made claim to the 11. Those who build again
mother - his first wife from 1926,
founding of Coffeyville. The yellow 46. Large, wild ox 40. Gadolinium
leaving her in 1930 with three sons
book States that “this is not true and
14. Small chapel
under 4, while marrying several 15. Hot fluids 47. Make a mistake 43. Half-tamed horse
is rather absurd.” And so on…
other wives up through the 1980s) I 18. Makes beer 49. A type of light (slang)
One of the many places my grand-
found that there could be money and 52. Books 45. American
father Warren lived was Versailles, 19. It can be done
properties in his name, though it 56. Bothers conglomerate
Kentucky. My first husband and I 21. Take to court
could be his eldest (also wanderlust-
ful) son’s name as well. My uncle
visited there in 1985 after my grand- 23. Line the roof of 58. Two-colored 48. Cape near Lisbon
father Warren died to see the prop- 60. December 25 50. Quantum physics
went by Harley though instead of 24. Middle Eastern
erty that was left to my father and 62. Save pioneer
Warren. I’ll be sending all that pa- peoples
his two brothers and attend the Cof-
perwork to my cousin Laura, one of 28. Longtime film critic 63. Bangladeshi money 51. Medieval England
fey reunion. We were quickly cor-
Uncle Harley’s surviving daughters, circuit court
rected at the Versailles gas station 29. University of Dayton
in Arkansas for her to sort through. CLUES DOWN 53. To the highest degree
that Versailles was not pronounced 30. Coat with plaster
On a side note, why is Arkansas pro-
like the famous French landmark 1. Research exec (abbr.) 54. Spanish city
nounced Arkansaw, while Kansas is
as Versigh but was pronounced just
32. Wife
pronounced like it is spelled? How 33. Famed NY opera 2. Famed jazz musician 55. Saturate
like it looked. Seems like there were
can anyone learn our language? house Alpert 57. Female sibling
a few places we visited in Kentucky
Also included in Laura’s package 3. Sixth month of the 58. British thermal unit
like that. 35. Health insurance
will be copies of all our grandfa- Jewish calendar 59. Scandinavian wool
We are supposed to go to Ken- 36. Inches per minute
ther’s information I have been given
by one of our Kentucky cousins,
tucky in a few weeks for the retire- (abbr.) 4. Network of nerves rug
ment of our former priest. The last 5. Those who convince 61. Sports highlight show
who literally wrote the book on the 39. Longtime London
time we were there was 8 years ago 6. Slick (abbr.)
Coffey and Lee clans from Ireland Europe Society chairman
when we went for his installation
and England and their progression
as priest to the Episcopal church
through the United States with the
in Frankfurt. Time really does fly
Boones and the Lincolns. Very in-
doesn’t it? Last time we did make
teresting reading. My Uncle Har- LAST WEEK’S PUZZLE SOLUTIONS ON PAGE 29
time to visit some of my relatives
ley is the one who got me started
and got a nice tour of the town mu-
on the family history when I was
seum in Monticello, and that is Mon-
very young. And I am still fasci-
ticello with a “c” not a “ch” sound.
nated with all the history from the
I’m hoping to visit some Kentucky
last of the wealthy Lee’s in England,
relatives again this trip, and in fact,
who apparently lost any money the
our former priest and I found that
family hoped to have, and was also
we are related as well through a gen-
drawn and quartered to make things
eration or so back grandmother. I
final, to the Coffey’s who started
have found that I am related to most
out in Ireland with castles and titles,
all of Kentucky and half of VA, NC,
and ended up in a Hatfield vs. Mc-
TS, KS, and IN. Well, we might be
Coy type feud over which brother
related too…Hi Cousin!!!
held the original name rights to
the town of Coffeyville, Kansas.
To each new day’s adventure,
The feud still goes on today, which
Shelby
is why we have two Coffey family
Please send your comments or
books: known as the green book
ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@
and the yellow book. The name
yahoo.com or find me on Facebook
Coffeyville, Kansas was named af-
(with a message please)
ter Col. James A. Coffey according
24 Obituaries The County Times Thursday, May 30, 2019
In Remembrance
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Robert Owen Siebenmark In addition to his parents, Robert and Es- Adams and Joseph town, MD.
ther, he was preceded in death by his young- Vernon Stone.
Robert Owen er sister Susie. Doris was the lov-
Siebenmark, 79 Bob is survived by his wife, companion ing wife of John Kristin Elizabeth Boswell
of Scotland MD and best friend of 57 years Claudia, his Louis Bean whom
passed away May Kristin Eliza-
two children Bobby (Debbie) Siebenmark she married on
25th, 2019 at his beth Boswell, age
of Longs, SC and Wendy Lee-Mattingly May 16, 1970 in
home surrounded 30 of California,
(Mike) of Valley Lee, MD, 5 grand daugh- Leonardtown,
by family. Maryland, died
ters Kristen Norton (Chris) of Dameron, MD. Doris is sur-
Robert, known May 19, 2019 at
MD; Kayla Siebenmark (Kevin) of Califor- vived by her chil-
to all as Bob was her residence.
nia, MD; Shanon Lee (David) of Great Mills, dren John V. Bean
born November Kristin was
MD; Holly Siebenmark (Jake) of California, (Jenny) of Cali-
7th, 1939 in Peoria a homemaker, a
MD and Robyn Lee of California, MD. Ad- fornia, MD, Mary E. Purcell (Tommy) of
Illinois to the late member of Patux-
ditionally, Bob is survived by his two sisters Drayden, MD, 3 grandchildren Kayla Pur-
Robert and Esther Siebenmark. ent Baptist Church
Carol Miller (Pete) of Tremont, Ill and Beth cell, Sarah Bean and Hannah Purcell, sib-
Arriving in Southern Md in January 1974 on Chancellor’s
Long (Tom) of Columbus, In. lings: Jimmy Stone (Dotty), Charles Stone
to join his family who arrived in December Run Road in St.
Bob will be cremated, and his family will (Bertie), Jean Nelson (George) and Linda
1973 and assigned to NAS PAX River Bob Mary’s County, and a graduate of Lackey
be planning a celebration of his life in the Oliver (Jimmy). She was preceded in death
eventually retired in 1979 from the US Navy High School. She also worked at B&J Car-
next few months at his home with family and by her siblings Jack Stone, Barbara Logan,
after 21 years of service as a Chief Engineer ryout in Accokeek, Maryland, Trible’s, and
friends. Shirley Forsythe, and John Stone. She was
on the P-2V, P-3C and C121 Super Constella- Ledo’s Restaurant in Lexington Park, Mary-
In lieu of flowers, donations may be a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident
tion where he served numerous detachments land. She loved music, baking, cooking, and
made to Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad or and graduated from Chopticon High School
both overseas and stateside. After retire- sewing. She enjoyed following the Red Sox
Hospice. in 1967. Doris worked for the Department
ment Bob and his family stayed in Southern baseball team and video games.
Condolences to the family may be made at of Navy as a Competency Administrator for
Maryland where he worked for Dyncorp at She was the daughter of Daniel Presnell
www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. 30 years, retiring on September 30, 2006 at
PAX River for another 20 years eventually and Tina Donaldson Wilson.
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral the age of 57.
retiring as the Group Supervisor. In addition to her father, she is also sur-
Home, P.A. Contributions may be made to Hospice of
During his retirement years Bob enjoyed vived by her husband, Jason S. Boswell; her
St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, MD
his time puttering around on his John Deere step-father, Wayne Wilson; her sons, Jacob
20650.
M. Boswell and John S. Boswell; her daugh-
tractor and taking care of the yard. An avid Doris Elizabeth Bean Arrangements provided by the Matting-
ter, Daphne J. Boswell; her grandmother,
Washington Redskins and NASCAR fan, ley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonard-
Bob was parked in his recliner never to miss Doris Elizabeth Bean, 70, of Califor- Cecelia Presnell; her step-grandmother,
town, MD.
a game or a race. He was a family man who nia, MD passed away at her home on May Dorothy Wilson; and her brother, Timothy
enjoyed his children and grand children and 23, 2019. She was born on March 1, 1949 Daniel Presnell.
in Leonardtown, MD and was the loving Memorial contributions for her children’s
time spent together making memories. Bob
daughter of the late Mary Mildred Stone Robert L. Harned education fund.
was truly blessed by God.
Robert L.
Harned (Bob), 70,
of Confluence, PA Frederick Anthony Tepel III
passed away on
Frederick An-
May 22, 2019 in
thony “Rick” Te-
Mechan icsville,
pel III, 49 of Hol-
MD. Born on
lywood, Mary-
January 29, 1949
land, died tragi-
in Confluence,
cally on May 18,
PA, he was the
2019 after a pri-
loving son of the
vate plane crashed
late Eva Nicolo
into the ocean
Harned and Robert E. Harned. Bob leaves
shortly after tak-
in loving memory Christine L. Waters. Bob
ing off from the
is survived by his children Nancy Stewart
island of Roatan
(Steve) of Manassas, VA, Bryan Harned of
on the Honduran coast. He and his best
Mechanicsville, MD, Steve Waters (Tara) of
friend Tony Dubler and two work colleagues
Mechanicsville, MD, and 3 grandchildren.
were on their way to a fly fishing excursion
Along with his siblings Shirley DeVore,
in Guanaja.
and Gloria Johnson (Harry). He graduated
Left to honor and remember Rick are
from Turkeyfoot High School in 1966. Bob
Paula Gallant Tepel; his children Jackson
graduated from California State in 1970
and Carley; his sister Amy Tepel (husband
with a Bachelors in Science in Education.
Boko); his step-father Thomas Daugherty
He moved from California, Pa to St. Mary’s
(wife Helen); his step-mother Jeanne M.
County, MD. Bob was a teacher for the St.
Tepel; and numerous family members and
Mary’s County Board of Education, and
friends.
taught at Margaret Brent School. After 34
He is preceded in death by his parents
years of teaching, he retired in 2004.
Frederick Anthony “Fritz” Tepel, Jr. and
In his early years of teaching, Bob was
Timmerman “Timmie” Daugherty and his
an instructor for the Maryland Safety Youth
grandparents Jack and Kay Daugherty.
Hunter program. Bob was a member of the
Rick was born on April 28, 1970 in Bal-
NRA, NWTF. He enjoyed Hunting, watch-
timore, Maryland. Rick was a 1988 gradu-
ing Steeler football, and attending Penn
ate of St. Mary’s Ryken High School. He
State football games. He was known as Pop-
received his Bachelor’s degree in American
Pop to Collin Coyne, Caleb and Charlie Wa-
Studies from Drew University in Madison,
ters. He especially loved picking Caleb and
NJ.
Charlie up from pre-school and taking them
In the early stages of Rick’s career, Tom
to Dairy Queen for ice cream sundaes.
and Katie Watts were influential in foster-
Contributions may be made to Hollywood
ing his growth as a local business owner
Vol. Rescue Squad P.O. Box 79 Hollywood,
and leader in giving back to his commu-
MD 20636 and Mechanicsville Vol.Rescue
nity. Rick capitalized on his opportunity
Squad P.O. Box 15 Mechanicsville, MD
with J. Frank Raley Insurance by further
20659.
developing his insurance career when the
Arrangements provided by the Matting-
business grew and evolved into Raley, Watts
ley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonard-
& Associates (RWA), which was followed
Thursday, May 30, 2019 The County Times Obituaries 25
by a rebrand as Raley, Watts & O’Neill time with her family. Barbara was a wonder- preceded in death by his mother, Victoria Elizabeth Ann
(RWO). His ambition for the growth of the ful woman who loved her family. Hosier.
company lead to the acquisition of RWO by She is survived by her two loving chil- Condolences to the family may be made at Knight Templeton
the Hilb Group in March of 2016. At the time dren, Tracy Cusic and Richard Buckler, Jr.; www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Elizabeth (Bet-
of his death, Rick was serving as Regional six grandchildren, Richard Pilkerton, Dawn Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral ty) Ann Knight
Leader of the Mid-Atlantic for The Hilb Buckler, Kayla Buckler, Kristina Clarke, Home & Crematory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, Templeton, 90, of
Group and CEO of RWO. Heather Cusic, and Dallas Buckler. She is MD. California, MD
In addition to serving on several insur- also survived her seven great-grandchil- passed away on
ance company agency councils, Rick was dren, Devin, Shane, Grace, Christopher, May 20, 2019 at
on the Board of Directors for MedStar St. Sadie, Jayden, and Nyomi. Along with her JoAnn Keller Koegel Hospice House of
Mary’s Hospital as well as the Philanthropy parents, Barbara is preceded in death by her St. Mary’s in Cal-
JoAnn Keller
Committee. Additionally, he donated his husband, Richard Buckler, Sr., her daughter laway, MD.
Koegel, 91, of
time to the Board of Trustees for Historic Tammy Thompson and her grandchild, Der- Betty was born
Valley Lee, MD
Sotterley and the Board of Trustees for the rick Buckler. on December 25,
passed away on
Cremona Foundation. He also served for Family and friends are invited to Barba- 1928 in Ballston,
May 23, 2019 at
10 years on the board of Big Brothers Big ra’s Life Celebration on Thursday, May 30, VA to the late Charles Carroll Knight and
the Hospice House
Sisters of Southern MD and is also a former 2019 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Josephine Rose Gregg Knight, then moved
of St. Mary’s with
member of the Foundation Board for the a funeral service at 10:00 a.m. at Brinsfield to Forestville, MD and graduated from Ana-
her family by her
College of Southern Maryland. Funeral Home & Crematory, 30195 Three costia High School in Washington D.C. She
side.
Rick was completely dedicated to attend- Notch Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. was married to the late Nicholas Farbizio, Jr.
JoAnn was born
ing every one of his kids’ hockey, lacrosse Interment will follow immediately at Trin- and then the late Thomas S. Templeton.
on November 24,
or soccer games; he didn’t want to miss a ity Memorial Gardens, 3221 Mattawoman Betty lived in this area for over 76 years
1927 in Corydon,
moment of their lives. Most recently, Rick Beantown Road, Waldorf, MD 20601. and was a very active participant with her
Indiana to the late Joseph L. Keller and
became immersed in playing pickleball with Serving as pallbearers will be Dennis senior center in Southern Maryland. Betty
Margaret Aileen Sheler Keller. Raised with
his friends whenever he could get his “crew” Johnson, Guy Clarke, Christopher Pinkney, enjoyed traveling, playing bridge and enter-
her sister Susannah “Susie” Keller Markel,
on the court. He enjoyed sharing his love Joseph Gant, Gary Butler and Jimmy ing her paintings in art competitions. She en-
JoAnn moved to Virginia to attend finishing
of growing up in Southern Maryland and all Thompson. joyed living on the water, boating, crabbing
school, where she met the love of her life,
that it has to offer with his children, family Condolences to the family may be made at and waterskiing. Her family was her great-
Jack Koegel.
and close friends. He loved being at home www.brinsfieldfuneral.com est pride and joy, and she enjoyed spending
JoAnn married her loving husband, Jack,
playing sports with his kids, enjoying life on Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral as much time as possible with her children,
on September 30, 1949. They spent 61 years
the water, reading and eating crabs whenev- Home & Crematory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. One
together before his passing on June 9, 2010.
er he could. Rick was passionate about live MD. of her favorite things to say was, “I am very
A thrifty homemaker who loved to cook,
music and would travel far and wide to at- blessed.”
JoAnn spent several years using her cooking
tend concerts of his favorite bands. She is survived by her children, Kenneth
and social skills serving with Riverwind Re-
He will forever be remembered for his in- Joshua Ryan Hosier ceipts (Kate Meatyard), Tall Timbers Mari- Farbizio, James Farbizio, Gregg Farbizio
fectious laugh, his generosity, and his ability and Terri Farbizio, six grandchildren, three
Joshua Ryan na, Bob Taylor, and Laughing Pickle (Shana
to be the life of any party. For all of these great-grandchildren, her sisters Rosemary
Hosier, of Me- Schroeder) Caterers.
unique qualities, he was cherished by a far- Ward, Jane Knight, and her nieces and neph-
chanicsville, MD A very charismatic woman, JoAnn loved
reaching network of friends and family. ews. She is preceded in death by her brother
departed this life to socialize and was loved by many. She con-
At his request, a service will not be held. Carroll Knight.
on Thursday, May sidered no one a stranger, and could easily
A celebration of Rick’s life will take place A mass to celebrate her life will be held on
23, 2019 after a determine a “friend of a friend” connection
on June 22 at Sotterley Plantation; the fami- Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Our
courageous battle between her and her new friend within min-
ly will receive friends and community mem- Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Solo-
with respiratory utes of meeting. Her sassy personality and
bers between 3:00 and 7:00 pm. mons, MD. The family requests that in lieu
failure. wit kept us laughing, waiting in anticipation
In lieu of flowers, please consider making of sending flowers please make donations in
He was born for “what was to come next,” and brightened
a donation to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital support of Hospice House of St. Mary’s, P.O.
April 17, 1983 in our lives.
Philanthropy Scholarship Fund at http:// Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
Washington, D.C. She was a member of various organiza-
www.giving.medstarhealth.org/imotepel or Condolences to the family may be made at
He is the son of the Edward Charles Hosier tions: the 2nd District Fire Department Aux-
St. Mary’s Youth Cultural Exchange c/o Ce- www.brinsfieldfuneral.com
of Mechanicsville, MD and the late Victoria iliary, St. George’s Episcopal Church Alter
dar Point Federal Credit Union, 22745 Maple Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral
Lee (Myers) Hosier. Guild, Women’s Bowling League, Book Mo-
Road, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Home, P.A. in Leonardtown, MD.
Josh was a caring father who loved his bile, Ladies Bridge Group, and was a volun-
son, Drake. When he wasn’t with his son, teer at Little Flower School.
Josh could be found playing on his X-Box. A Memorial Service will be held on May
Barbara Jean Buckler Josh was a man who loved a good debate. He 31, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., at St. George’s Epis- Robert Joseph Blanchard
Barbara Jean would do his best to convince you that you copal Church, 19167 Poplar Hill Lane, Val- Robert Joseph
Buckler, 73, of were wrong; after all he was “always right”. ley Lee, MD 20692. Interment is private. Blanchard, “Bob”,
Leonardtown, He enjoyed rooting for his beloved Wash- JoAnn is survived by her children, Wil- 87, of Drayden,
MD departed this ington Redskins and could be found during liam “Bill” Koegel (Emori), of Fort Myers, MD formerly
life on Thursday, every game proudly sporting the Burgundy FL, Julie Alberts (Gary), of Valley Lee, from Lexington
May 23, 2019, at and Gold. MD, and JoAnn “Jody” Koegel, of Valley Park, MD passed
the Hospice House Josh was an employee for the Local Union Lee, MD. She leaves ten grandchildren: away on May 22,
in Callaway, MD #10 working as an elevator mechanic. He Stephanie Boyd, Gary Jason Alberts, Amy 2019 at his home.
surrounded by her enjoyed his job and the many friends and McLean, Jennifer Alberts, Heather Tenny- He was born on
loving family. co-workers he was honored to work with son, Elizabeth Bourdeau, Kory Koegel, Me- January 10, 1932
Barbara was over the years. Josh was a caring and kind gan Koegel, Mark Ledvinka, and Hannah in New Orleans,
born January 18, man. He will be missed by many, but none Johnson as well as 20 great grandchildren in LA and was the
1946 in Leonardtown, MD. She was the lov- as much as his family. Maryland and Wisconsin. In addition to her son of the late Enola Boudreaux Blanchard
ing daughter of the late Virginia Elizabeth As a young man, Josh enjoyed spending parents, she was preceded in death by her and Theophile Blanchard. Bob is survived
(Farrell) Ryce and Everard Guy Ryce. She time outdoors. He was an avid football and husband, Jack Koegel, and her sister, Susie by his children Barbara A. Boettger (Rog-
grew up in St. Mary’s County along with her baseball player. He and his brother, Wayne, Markel. er) of Mansfield, TX, Gloria M. Roberts
fourteen (14) siblings. loved to spend an afternoon fishing. Josh In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions (Mike) of Drayden, MD 7 grandchildren, 9
Barbara married the love her life, Richard was an adventurous and spirited man who may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. great-grandchildren, and his sister Gloria B.
Buckler, Sr., in 1965. Together they celebrat- was the life of the party when he would head Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 or St. Abadie (Billy) of New Orleans, LA. He was
ed over 45 years of marriage until his pass- to Ocean City, Maryland for a long weekend George’s Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 30, preceded in death by his sister Viola Mae
ing on December 11, 2009. with his close friends. The stories of his an- Valley Lee, MD 20692. Abadie.
Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, tics will live on in our memories. Condolences to the family may be made at Bob graduated from Redemptorist High
grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend Along with his father, he is survived by www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. School in 1950. He moved to St. Mary’s
to all that she knew. She enjoyed her job as a his son, Drake Ryan Hosier of Great Mills, Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral County, MD in 1982. Bob was a Receiving
school bus driver and retired in 2008. After MD. He is also survived by his brother, Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD. Manager for Giant Open Air Markets. He
she retired, Barbara enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, Wayne Edward Hosier of Mechanicsville, served in the United States Navy from 1950
crocheting, Sudoku puzzles and spending MD; aunts, uncles and cousins. Josh was to 1970. While serving the United States
26 Obituaries The County Times Thursday, May 30, 2019
Navy served in the Korean and Vietnam War and earned the Na-
HOW TO HANDLE INHERITED IRAs
tional Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, Armed Forces Do you have an IRA you expect to leave to to take a minimum distribution until she
Expeditionary Medal (Quemoy), United Nations Service Medal and your children or do you expect to receive an in- reaches age 70 ½.
Good Conduct Fourth Award. herited IRA? How you handle the IRA you in- • Suppose Mary doesn’t need to rely on the
In addition, he was a member of the Fleet Reserve, and St. Mary’s herit is critical to saving on taxes. Mistakes are minimum distributions from John’s IRA to
County Softball Hall of Fame. Bob enjoyed softball, crabbing, play- common when handling IRAs and one wrong pay her living expenses. She can roll John’s
ing cards, watching baseball, and football (New Orleans Saints or move and the entire IRA will be taxed rather IRA into an IRA in her own name and then
Dallas Cowboys). He loved being with family and cooking crabs at than tax-deferred. roll her own IRA into a ROTH IRA. In a tra-
family get togethers. An IRA provides you with a long-term tax ditional IRA, contributions are made before
A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, June 17, 2019 at 10:15
AM in the Maryland Veterans Cemetery Cheltenham, MD. Pallbear-
shelter. The money you contribute to the IRA taxes and income taxes are paid when you
ers will be Keith Boettger, Robert Boettger, Brittany Bodnar, Billy is invested in mutual funds and the earnings on take the money out. In a ROTH IRA, taxes
Bodnar, Adam Bodnar and Mike Roberts. Honorary Pallbearers will the money, dividends, interest and capital gains are paid before the money is placed into the
be Blake Brady, Brice Bodnar, Riley Boettger, Trent Brady, Brylin grow tax-deferred. With traditional IRAs, your ROTH IRA and no taxes are paid when you
Bodnar, Braden Chambers,Liam Boettger, Benjamin Boettger and heirs will owe income taxes when they take take the money out. Why would Mary want
Michaela Boettger. money out of the account. With Roth IRAs, to convert her IRA into a ROTH IRA? Keep
you have already paid taxes on the money you in mind that Mary will have to pay income
contribute so your heirs will not owe income taxes on the amount she converts from a tra-
Nancy Irene Newell Quade taxes when they take money out of the account. ditional IRA into a ROTH IRA. However,
Nancy Irene Newell Quade, 86, of There are two ages that you need to keep in if Mary doesn’t need the money and wants
Oraville, MD died May 22nd, 2019 at her mind about IRAs-59 ½ and 70 ½. Anyone who to leave it to her child, for example, a ROTH
residence. Born December 31, 1932 in holds an IRA and is under age 59 ½, has to pay IRA will grow tax-advantaged and will be
Lake Forest Illinois, she was the daughter a 10% penalty if they take the money out the payable to her child tax free.
of Blake Sylvester Newell and Frances Flo- IRA. And, anyone who is at and over age 70 • “Declaim” or “disclaim” the IRA. This
ra Marshall Newell. As a small child, her
½ must take a “minimum required distribution” means that Mary (who is the primary ben-
family relocated to Oraville, MD where
they owned and operated the General Store of assets in the IRA account and pay tax on the eficiary of John’s IRA) declines to inherit
and Post Office. Nancy graduated from amount distributed. John’s IRA. Instead, she lets the IRA go
Margaret Brent High School at age 16 in The best strategy for you and your heirs is to to the secondary or contingent beneficiary
1949. Nancy married the love of her life leave the money in the IRA and allow it to grow named by John, in this example Mary’s
Martin Allen Quade on August 18, 1951 at tax-deferred. But, what happens when some- child, David Doe. If the IRA assets pass to
the Hollywood Methodist Church in Hollywood, Maryland. one dies and leaves you an IRA account? David Doe, who is much younger, the years
Nancy was a devoted Wife, Mother and Homemaker. She was the Our first example deals with spouses. Spous- of tax-deferred growth will substantially in-
phone receptionist for Martin Quade’s carburetor rebuild business es have an advantage with IRA accounts. John crease. David Doe will still have to take a
which was operated out of their home behind the Old Oraville Post and Mary Doe are married and John has a tradi- required minimum distribution from John’s
Office. Nancy loved to work cross word puzzles. She enjoyed listen-
tional IRA account that he leaves to Mary as his IRA, but since he is younger the assets in the
ing to blue grass or country music -- local or TV. She enjoyed the
annual family outing when the leaves were changing in October each beneficiary when he dies. John dies and Mary IRA will be allowed to grow tax-deferred
year on the drive to and from and along Skyline Drive, Virginia. inherits the IRA. What should she do? Mary much longer.
Predeceased by her parents Blake and Frances Newell and hus- can cash out the IRA and pay income tax. She What if you are a child inheriting an IRA
band, Martin Allen Quade, she is survived by her eight children can choose to put John’s IRA in her own name, from a parent? You do not have the choice of
who all reside in Southern Maryland: Barbara Morgan (Wayne) she can keep the IRA in John’s name and then rolling the money into an IRA in your own
of Oakville, Debbie Russell (Donald) of Oakville, Michael Allen re-title the IRA into her own name when she is name. That benefit is just for spouses.
Quade (Pam) of Prince Frederick, Jeffrey Guy Quade of Oraville, over 59 ½, or she can disclaim the IRA entirely. David Doe’s choices are to cash out the IRA
Wayne Anthony “Tony” Quade of Oraville, Laurie Askins (Joe) of • Mary needs the money from the IRA and is or to create an inherited IRA. He can cash out
Hollywood, Donna Bellflower of Mechanicsville and Gregory Mar- willing to pay the income tax to access it. the IRA, in which case he must pay income tax
tin Quade (Pam) also of Mechanicsville. Nancy is also survived by
Mary can cash out John’s IRA. on the entire IRA account and he will lose the
her youngest sister Nora June Newell of Paul Smiths N.Y. Her pre-
deceased sisters were Joyce Newell Burch of Oakville, Joan Newell • If Mary doesn’t need to access the money ability of an IRA to accumulate assets tax-de-
Long of Sandgates and Mae Gail Newell Martin of Upstate N.Y.; She and she wants to keep the assets tax deferred ferred. Or, he can choose to re-title the account
is survived by 16 Grandchildren and 21 Great Grandchildren. Prede- for as long as possible, Mary should put the as an inherited IRA, as follows: “Mary Doe
ceased Grandchildren were Tony Kovacs and Eric Askins. assets into her own name. This makes sense IRA (deceased April 1, 2015) for the benefit
Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 especially if John was over 70 ½ and had al- of David Doe, beneficiary.” Every year, David
Leonardtown, MD 20650. ready started to take the minimum required will be required to make a minimum withdraw-
distribution. If Mary is under 70 ½ and rolls al, but can take more if he wants. Withdrawals
the IRA into another IRA in her sole name, are taxed, the rest accumulates tax-deferred.
she will not have to take the minimum re- A 401(k) can be inherited and re-titled as an
Honor the memory of your cherished
quired distributions that John was taking inherited IRA. If a parent leaves his or her IRA
A Tribute to the Loved One one by sharing the story of their life
with friends, neighbors and associates
until she reaches age 70 ½.
• If Mary is under age 59 ½ and needs to ac-
or 401(k) to multiple children, each child must
re-title his or her portion as an inherited IRA.
Whose Memory Lives here in the community.
St. Mary’s Department of Aging & Human Services Garvey Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-475-4200, ext. 71658
Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 71050
Programs and Activities Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 73101
Visit www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information
Brought to you by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County: James R. Guy, President; Michael L. Hewitt; Tom Jarboe; Todd B. Morgan; John E. O’Connor; and the Department of Aging & Human Services
by phone at 301-475-4200, ext. 73103 or by on Tuesday, June 4, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 475-4200, ext. 71050, to learn more.
Annapolis by Land and by Sea email at rachel.mowatt@stmarysmd.com. Topics covered in this course include, but
Spend a day in Annapolis discovering
the historic district on Friday, June 14!
are not limited to: roundabouts, pavement Father’s Day Rock-n-Roll Fun
Take a 2-hour walking tour that starts at Third Level Tai Chi for Arthritis markings, stop-sign compliance, red-light Come get your groove on for Father’s
running, and safety issues such as speed-
the State House and goes downhill to the and Fall Prevention ing, seatbelt and turn-signal use. The cost
Day at the Northern Senior Activity Cen-
harbor. Then, enjoy a 90-minute cruise and If you have taken Tai Chi for Arthri- ter with a luncheon and live performance
is $15 for AARP members, $20 for non- on Friday, June 14, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
a box lunch on the Severn River aboard a tis and Fall Prevention for beginners and
members, payable to AARP. Members Start off a hearty lunch of sliced turkey
climate-controlled yacht. level 2, you are invited to take the third
must show their membership card to get with gravy, baked potato with sour cream,
The $80 registration fee includes mo- level at the Loffler Senior Activity Cen-
the member rate. Advance sign up is re- carrots, applesauce, whole wheat bread and
tor coach transportation, guided walking ter on Mondays and Thursdays, 11 a.m.,
quired. Lunch is available at the Center; turtle cheesecake for dessert. Entertain-
tour, boat ride, lunch and driver tip. Pre- June 3 - 24. The class will start out with a
cost is $6 for those under the age of 60 and ment will be provided by the very talented
registration required. Call 301-475-4200, review of all the movements from Begin-
a donation for those ages 60 and above. Jimi Simon. Jimi showcases music from
ext. 71063, to register. Bus leaves from the ner (Commencement) through the end of
Call 301-475-4200, ext. 71050, to regis- rock and rolls greatest stars and he will
Garvey Senior Activity Center. Level 2 (Push the Mountain). There is no
ter for the class. Make lunch reservations have you dancing in the aisles. This event
need to sign up if you are in the current
when registering. will also feature door prizes and a money
Mamma Mia at (Level 2) class, but if it’s been a while since
raffle collected at the door. Suggested do-
you’ve taken that level or if you’ve taken
Toby’s Dinner Theater it elsewhere, please call 301-475-4200, ext. Kickboxing nation for a ticket is $6. Lunch to start at
The Department of Aging & Human Come join us at the Garvey Senior Ac- 11:30 a.m., the room will open for seating
71658.
Services will host a trip to Toby’s Din- tivity Center for a new session of Kickbox- at 11 a.m. To sign up and pay in advance
ner Theater on Wednesday, Aug. 7 to see ing on Wednesday, June 5-July 17, at 8:30 for your ticket, please visit the front desk.
Mamma Mia. Fall in love with this feel Balancing Act at a.m. Kickboxing tones muscles through For more information regarding this event,
good story of a mother, a daughter, and Loffler Senior Activity Center punching and kicking using focus pads please call 301-475-4200, ext. 73103.
three possible dads! This delightful musi- Balancing Act, a program developed and and target pads and mitts. Participants may
cal features the timeless hits by ABBA and
is sure to have you dancing in the isles. The
taught by Dave Scheible, is a four session
workshop series that is ideal for anyone
notice an improvement in overall balance Summer Bocce Ball
and flexibility. The aerobic moves of kick-
cost of this trip is $98 and covers ticket to who has balance challenges. Class will be boxing have been shown to improve circu- Schedule Change
the show, lunch buffet, transportation on on Tuesdays during June and will be held Loffler Senior Activity Center will be
lation and it offers a great stress relief. This
a spacious motor coach, driver gratuity, at the Loffler Senior Activity Center. The hosting a summer season of Bocce Ball
specialized class is geared towards active
and snacks for the return trip. The bus will basic exercises in this class are designed to on the second and fourth Thursday of each
men and women ages fifty and above and
depart from the Garvey Senior Activity improve stability and balance. Cost is $25 month at 10 a.m. However, all senior ac-
has great energy without the high impact
Center at 8 a.m. and the Northern Senior for all four sessions and is payable to Dave tivity centers will be closed on June 13 for
exercises that are done during a main-
Activity Center at 8:45 a.m. and will return on the first day of class. Call 301-475-4200, staff training, so the starting date for Sum-
stream kickboxing class. The instructor,
at approximately 5:15 p.m. to Northern and ext. 71658 to sign up or stop by the recep- mer Bocce at Loffler will be June 27. If you
Geno Rothback, is a registered nurse, a
5:45 p.m. to Garvey. Payment is due at sign tion desk to sign up. would like to be a part of it, call 301-737-
senior fitness instructor, and is a black belt
up to secure your spot for the trip. Please 5670, ext. 1658 to sign up or get more in-
in Taekwondo and certified Martial Fu-
formation. There is no cost to participate.
let staff know at sign up if you need any AARP Safe Driver Course sion and Kickboxing instructor. Cost is
seating or special accommodations. For The Garvey Senior Activity Center will $35 payable to Geno Rothback. Payment
more information contact Rachel Mowatt be having am AARP Safe Driver Course required at time of reservation. Call 301-
a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis. Please bring all rel- $10 and available for sale through the St. Mary’s
evant documents with you. County Library website, www.stmalib.org. The
event will be held at the St. Mary’s County Gov-
TV Trivia Night ernment Center, on the front lawn near Miedzinski
Lexington Park Library will hold TV Trivia Night Park (23145 Leonard Hall Dr, Leonardtown, MD
on Thursday, June 13 from 6 – 7 p.m. Come test 20650). During the meal, participants will discuss
your knowledge of popular TV shows at team trivia how to Choose Civility in their everyday interac-
night. This month's theme is sci-fi /fantasy. Ages 18 tions. In the event of rain, dinner will be held inside
Master Gardener Class: and up. No registration required. the Leonard Hall Recreation Center. Share a meal
and conversation with someone you don’t know, ex-
Summertime and the Living is Easy change stories about life in St. Mary’s County, and
Leonardtown Library will hold a Master Gar- Happy Father’s Day! discover both common ground and new ideas. The
dener class: Summertime and the Living is Easy Leonardtown Library will hold a Happy Father’s conversation starts when you come to the table!
on Tuesday, June 11 from 2 – 3 p.m. Summertime Day event on Saturday, June 15 from 10 – 11 a.m.
should be easy, and gardening should be enjoyable. Calling all dads, daddies, and papas! Join us for a
Master Gardeners will help make it that way. They special event where we'll read books, sing songs, First Time Home Buyers Seminar
will discuss dealing with nuisance wildlife, good and make crafts all about the special dads in our Leonardtown Library will hold First Time Home
bugs and bad bugs, getting your gardens through lives. Mamas, grandmas, aunties, uncles, and any Buyers Seminar on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m.
dry spells, and winning the battle over weeds. Reg- other family member you can think of are also in- - 12 p.m. Are you tired of renting? Come join Sa-
istration required. vited to attend with their kiddos! Designed for ages mara Dinnius, with The Benya Group at Keller Wil-
2-5 with their caregivers. Registration required. liams, and Trey Reed, with MVB Mortgage, as they
discuss everything you need to ask yourself before
Lawyer in the Library looking for your dream home. They will be explain-
Lexington Park Library will host Lawyer in the Tickets for The Longest ing the multiple programs and grants available for
Library on Wednesday, June 12 from 12 - 2 p.m.
The Lawyer in the Library project provides FREE
Table on sale now! fi rst time Maryland home buyers and the steps nec-
Join the St. Mary’s County Library on Friday, essary to get your credit ready for the process. Reg-
civil legal services in your community! No ap- istration required on www.stmalib.org.
June 21 at 6 p.m. for a community conversation over
pointments necessary. Attendees will be helped on
a family-style meal from Mission BBQ. Tickets are
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Bible Study on the Gospel of John Tuesday nights, June 4 through August encouraged to attend. Virginia Pet-
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St. Marys County Elks Lodge, Lexing-
ton Park Men’s Grief Support Group
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No Limit Holdem Poker Tournament. Notch Rd., Suite 2C, Mechanicsville
$25 Buy in = 6,000 chips. $5 add-on = 6:00 - 7:30 PM
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