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St. Mary’s THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2018
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A Century of
Sowing & Reaping
2 The County Times Thursday, October 11, 2018
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ON THE COVER: JOE AND MARY WOOD, OF FORREST HALL FARM, ARE AMONG
AN ELITE GROUP IN MARYLAND AGRICULTURE, WITH A FARM OPERATING FOR MORE
LOCAL
THAN A CENTURY
“THIS FACILITY WILL BE
CONTENTS STATE OF THE ART.”
CINDI THOMAS, ON THE FUTURE FLAT BROKE SHOOTERS IN-DOOR GUN RANGE.
Local News 3
Cops & Courts 8
Community10
On the Cover 14
In Local
Education 15
Sports 22 Page 5
Entertainment 21
Contributing Writers 24
Obituaries 25
Community Calendar 28
In Community
Page 10
Senior Calendar 29
Library Calendar 29
Business Directory 30
In Education
Page 15
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Senate Candidate Clears Up Couple Breaks Ground For In-Door Gun Range
Education “Endorsement” By Guy Leonard
Staff Writer
By Guy Leonard Brewer told The County Times. For the past three
Staff Writer “As I read the letter it was am- years both Steve and
biguous; I mistook that as an Cindi Thomas have had
Thomas Brewer, Democrat endorsement. a dream; to give the
state senate candidate for District “I regret not reading it more gun owners in South-
29, has admitted that listing that closely.” ern Maryland a place to
he had the endorsement from the Willenborg told The County shoot.
Maryland State Education Asso- Times that Brewer had the op- They finally broke
ciation on some of his early cam- portunity to talk about the mis- ground on that dream
paign literature was a mistake. taken endorsement at the Oct. 2 Tuesday on their prop-
He never had it, according to candidates forum hosted at the erty, Flat Broke Farm, not
MSEA documents. Lexington Park Library by the far off from Elms Beach,
Brewer, who will face GOP St. Mary’s County League of with plans to build an in- Friends of Flat Broke Shooters break ground on what will be the county’s first
candidate Jack Bailey for the Women Voters, but did not do so door gun range. indoor gun range.
senate seat in the Nov. 6 General publicly. They were surrounded St. Mary’s County, finding a place to shoot legally
Election, has said his listing the Brewer said the time con- by friends from the local community desirous of a has been growing steadily more difficult.
MSEA as having endorsed him straints put on him at the fo- place to shoot safely and by local and state politi- The only range available, Sanners Lake Sports-
was a mistake. rum were not sufficient to talk cians who have supported their cause. men’s Club, on Great Mills Road has had long
“I misunderstood a letter from about his error regarding the The Thomas’s are using their own capital to waiting list for membership and offers outdoor
MSEA and I am writing an ex- endorsement. build the facility, with no government assistance. rifle and pistol ranges.
planation to the papers,” Brewer “I didn’t think it would be Cindi Thomas promised it would be unlike any But the future of that range is uncertain, as con-
stated in a Facebook post to Da- adequate time to discuss this,” other range they had ever seen. tinued residential growth could threaten its staying
vid Willenborg, a local Republi- Brewer said. “It’s going to be a combination of Cracker Barrel open.
can Central Committee member Brewer has also listed the and in-door gun range,” she said. This means that shooters must try to find suit-
who challenged him regarding AFL-CIO among the groups en- The husband and wife team, both internation- able land, usually in rural areas, where landowners
statements on his campaign lit- dorsing him. “I have that letter,” ally known champion competitive shooters, plan to are willing to grant permission for them to shoot.
erature. “When I found out, I was Brewer said of the AFL-CIO’s build the in-door facility in the shape of a country The Thomas’s have spent three years gathering
able to change it for the Calvert regional endorsement. barn with full amenities on the interior. the finances, plans and the permitting to get the
Fair’s paper, but I will be setting The Sierra Club has also en- “This facility will be state of the art,” Cindi said. project started.
the record straight.” dorsed Brewer in his District Their plan includes an 11,000 square-foot facil- “I’ve heard if you want to test a marriage build
Brewer said he misunderstood 29 senate bid, as is listed on his ity with 10 shooting lanes of 25 yards’ distance; the a house together,” Steve said. “Just try and build a
the letter. campaign literature. facility will also include a training room, lounge, gun range.”
“The title of the letter was retail space and a kitchen.
‘Teacher Recommended,’” guyleonard@countytimes.net Despite the significant level of gun ownership in guyleonard@countytimes.net
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8 Cops & Courts The County Times Thursday, October 11, 2018
LEGALS
Legal Notice
IN THE MATTER OF ELIZABETH KATHRYN KLOCK
FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ELIZABETH KATHRYN TENNYSON
The above Petitioner has filed a Petition for Change of Name in which
he/she seeks to change his/her name from Elizabeth Kathryn Klock to Elizabeth
Kathryn Tennyson. The petitioner is seeking a name change because:
It is my personal preference. I want to take my husband’s name.
Any person may file an objection to the Petition on or before the 15th
day of November, 2018. The objection must be supported by an affidavit and
served upon the Petitioner in accordance with Maryland Rule 1-321. Failure to
file an objection or affidavit within the time allowed may result in a judgment by
default or the granting of the relief sought.
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10 In Our Community The County Times Thursday, October 11, 2018
Visitors got to come aboard the Maryland Dove anchored at St. Clements Island.
Fishing boats wait in the waters of Coltons Point to recieve their annual blessing.
Local charter boat captains ferried visitors to St. Clements Island all day.
First Friday Features Fall Fest Fun Unique Boutique Introduces New Artists
November 10th and 11th will
mark the 45th anniversary of
a southern Maryland art tradi-
tion, the Unique Boutique Fine
Art and Craft Show. The event
promises to continue its heritage
of bringing together the works
of the region’s most talented ar-
tisans, a hallmark that has made
the show a popular and endur-
ing destination. In partnership
with Calvert Hospice, the show Works by Eric Jackson f St. Mary’s County
seeks raise funds and awareness
for the vital work they do for the jects we use in our daily lives: lamps,
community. serving trays, whisky and wine racks.
Photo Credit: Leonardtown Arts Center
This year Unique Boutique would like candle holders, and jewelry. She works
A big thank you to all who joined us with the audience participation Drum to introduce two featured artists who with domestic and exotic wood, and also
on October 5th for a great evening of Circle with the SoMar Drummers from are new to the show. Eric Jackson is a repurposed driftwood, which she col-
scarecrow making, pumpkin painting, 7-8 PM (please note new winter time) St. Mary’s County resident whose me- lects near her home by the bay in Calvert
photo taking, hay rides, Opening Re- at St. Mary’s County Arts Council. A dium is fabric batik. Using wax resist County. Sometimes the wood suggests
ceptions at the local galleries, one-night special thank you to our Platinum Lev- and dye, Eric creates colorful depictions itself to become sculptures and wall art.
only specials around town, and more! Be el Sponsors (Marrick Homes, Quality of native fish and birds. Many layers of Originally from Germany, Anja worked
sure to share your photos from the selfie Built Homes, and the Winegardner Mo- wax and dye are applied to the canvas, for many years as an archaeologist but
station or any other spot to our Facebook tor Company) for their generous support creating a unique visual style which is now works full time as a woodworker.
page (“Leonardtown First Fridays”), we which makes these events possible as both highly detailed and contemporary. See more of her work at www.Zana-
would love to see them. Thank you also well as to the Town of Leonardtown and He describes his artwork as “the world’s WoodArtZ.com
to the many businesses who created a our dedicated volunteer team. We look fanciest tie dye - just take out the rubber The 45th Annual Unique Boutique
scarecrow for the contest and generous- forward to seeing everyone back again bands and use hot melted wax!” In ad- Fine Art and Craft Show 2018 in n part-
ly donated prizes for the raffle. in November, make Leonardtown your dition to working as an artist, Eric is a nership with Calvert Hospice will be
Be sure to come back on November “Special Place to Be” every First Friday full time teacher with St. Mary’s County held Nov. 10, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Nov. 11,
2nd from 5-8 PM for “Leonardtown says of the month. public schools. Eric’s website is www. 10 a.m.-4 p/m. at Calvert High School in
THANKS”, details to be announced on bayfibersstudio.com Prince Frederick.
Facebook and posted fliers in the near Submitted by the Anja Zander is a woodworker whose
future. The Music Series will continue Leonardtown Business Association craft takes the form of many of the ob- Press Release
12 In Our Community The County Times Thursday, October 11, 2018
Share the Road During Harvest Season CBL Receives Gift for DolphinWatch
Farm Bureau Launches Safety Campaign The JES Avanti Foundation has made
a donation to the University of Maryland
Center for Environmental Science Ches-
apeake Biological Laboratory (CBL)
to support field and laboratory work
for the Chesapeake DolphinWatch pro-
gram. “We are pleased to support Dol-
phinWatch,” said Foundation president
James Sanders. “The primary factors of
Members of the JES Avanti Foundation
our mission are wilderness conservation visited CBL recently to learn more about
and preservation.” The Foundation also deployment of instruments in marine
provides humanitarian assistance and mammal research.
supports education programs on wildlife Island making sure our listening devic-
Russell Bros Clements roundabout es for dolphins were working properly
conservation, ecology and natural re-
The Maryland Department of Trans- 234 near Sunnyside Road in Clements, at source management. before we deployed them further out at
portation State Highway Administra- Routes 5 and 235 in Ridge, and Rt. 236 CBL Associate Research Professor, sea.” The team thought there might be
tion, the Department of Agriculture and near Locke’s Crossing Road. Dr. Helen Bailey recently hosted Foun- rare occurrences of dolphins coming into
the Farm Bureau are working together to Farm Bureau President Jamie Raley dation representatives at the CBL cam- the rivers, but as they checked on the de-
educate drivers to expect farm equipment said, “Increasing traffic makes our state pus. “We are honored by the generosity vices they found the dolphins were fre-
on rural routes, and to approach these and local highways more congested each of the JES Avanti Foundation,” said Dr. quent visitors. “We wanted to learn more
vehicles with caution. Harvesting farm year. Heavy traffic, combined with dis- Bailey. “The Chesapeake DolphinWatch about where the dolphins were coming
equipment is very large, and likely will tracted drivers, makes it increasingly program is stronger because of donations from, where they were going, when and
share travel lanes while working along difficult to safely move farm equipment as well as citizen science by more than why,” continued Bailey.
farmland adjacent to Maryland roads. on roadways. County farmers applaud 3,000 participants.” Bailey went on the But the Chesapeake Bay is a big and
The harvest season extends between Sep- MDOT SHA’s efforts to encourage mo- say the new Chesapeake DolphinWatch complicated place, with many rivers and
tember and the beginning of November. torists to “share the road” with farm mobile app (available on Google Play and tributaries. The Chesapeake Dolphin-
St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau equipment by promoting driver safety iTunes) is popular with those reporting Watch program invites citizen scientists
worked with the Office of the Sheriff awareness through the use of electronic dolphin sightings in the region. to report their sightings to the CBL re-
to select three strategic locations in the message boards on highways during har- Dr. Bailey and her team started the searchers. This year more than 3,500
county to position electronic message vest time.” Chesapeake DolphinWatch Project be- participants reported over 1,000 sight-
boards. Electronic signs will urge mo- cause they’d received anecdotal sightings ings. https://www.chesapeakedolphin-
torists to be aware of farm equipment on Press Release from of dolphins in the Bay and had talked to watch.org/
roadways during harvest season. The St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau other scientists. “We started testing our
message boards will be located on Rt. hydrophones off the pier on Solomons Press Release from CBL
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land to earn his bachelor’s in the same field.
“This is a lot of fun, and this class keeps me young,” laughed Naraine. “I go to
school with my neighbor’s kids!”
Appointment Announced
The new students welcomed this semester to CTET’s programs Include the fol-
lowing from St. Mary’s: County: Ryan Chan, Norman Clark, George Delozier, Alec
Dobbins, Denise Donavon, Cornell Ford, Tanner Gilbert, Marcus Holt, Michael
Lyons, Michael Mattingly, Kelly McGowan, Alexander Meath, Jeremy Murray,
Khendall Nasman, Tyrone Nolan, Kevin Pickeral, Edward Pontzer, William Scales, Superintendent of Schools, Dr. J. a Master’s degree from Southern Illinois
Johnny Sipes, Eliot Willenborg and William Wood Scott Smith, announces the administra- University and a Bachelor’s degree from
The 74-acre Regional Hughesville Campus provides offerings and programs to tive appointment made by the Board of Austin Peay State University. She cur-
serve the entire region in a cost-effective and convenient way. The master plan for Education at its meeting of October 10, rently serves as a School Social Worker
the regional campus, as designed and presented by Grimm and Parker Architects, is 2018. with the Spotsylvania County Schools
designed to create a sense of community and includes five phases of growth. Learn The Board appointed Ms. Robin in Spotsylvania, VA.
more about CSM’s Regional Hughesville Campus online at https://www.csmd.edu/ Schrader as Mental Health Services Co- This appointment will become effec-
about/locations/regional-campus/ ordinator, 12 month, in the Department tive Monday, October 29, 2018.
of Student Services. Ms. Schrader holds
Press Release from CSM
Thursday, October 11, 2018 The County Times Entertainment 21
Sergeant Carlino played by Kenneth Faison takes advantage of Susy’s (Stephanie Taubert’s)
blindness, disconnecting a call to the police. (Photo by Magpie Media)
Pet
OF THE WEEK
MEET GAVIN
Did you know that cats have 1000 times
more data storage than an iPad? No
wonder we are the MOST POPULAR PET Sergeant Carlino (Kenneth Faison) and Mike Talman (Michael Sokoloff) realize that Susy has
in America! Hello, my name is Gavin and I’m been leading them astray and Carlino is prepared to make her pay. (Photo by Magpie Media)
an ADVENTUROUS LAD who also enjoys sitting
by the window watching the world go by, or perhaps, I’m just waiting for Susy Hendricks (Stephanie Taubert) is of danger. Susy uses her keen senses and
my FOREVER FAMILY to come adopt me. When beckoned, I will come a housewife living in a New York City begins to piece together the peculiar ac-
down to accept affectionate pets from you. Please stop by to meet me apartment with her photographer hus- tions of the three men, proving “she can
and I will convince you to TAKE ME HOME. Did I mention a cats brain is band, Sam (Thomas Esposito). After a manage herself just fine, thank you.”
90% similar to humans? Well that explains it! So make that call and come recent accident, Susy is now blind, trying Just in time for Halloween, this sus-
meet me and BE MY MIRACLE! to prove her independence to her husband penseful performance is a must see if you
and young neighbor, Gloria (Eva Reyn- are seeking an entertaining spook.
PLEASE CHOOSE ME! olds, Madysen Maulden). Taubert’s per- “Wait Until Dark” runs through Oct.
And remember, if there is room in the heart, there is room in formance is outstanding, as she navigates 21 at Three Notch Theatre. Shows on
the house! the stage, trying to continue her normal Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays are at
life and household responsibilities with 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees are at 3:30 p.m.
Come meet me and the wonderful gang at Tri-County Animal
Shelter (6707 Animal Shelter Road, Hughesville) or call 301-932-
her blindness. For tickets, visit www.newtowneplayers.
1713 for more information. To see more of my amazing friends Over a series of a couple days, Susy be- org or call 301-737-5447.
available for adoption, “like” us on Facebook @ Tri-County comes a victim to Sergeant Carlino (Ken-
Animal Shelter Southern MD. neth Faison), Mike Talman (Michael So- jenicoster@countytimes.net
22 Sports The County Times Thursday, October 11, 2018
Lear Scores Larry Hills Memorial Hollidge and Ross Robinson would 3. Amanda Whaley
complete the top-five. Heats for the 4. Dale Hollidge
21 entries went to Whaley, Covert and 5. Ben Bowie
Robinson. 6. Darren Alvey
Matt Hill became the 6th differ- 7. Zac Weller
ent winner of the season with his 1st 8. Chuck Bowie
feature win of 2018 in the companion 9. Derek Magee
20-lap RUSH Crate Late Model main. 10. Devin Brannon
Amanda Whaley burst into the race 11. Darin Henderson
lead and would pace the field until Matt 12. Ronnie Martin Jr.
Hill blew in and took the top spot on 13. Austin Bussler
the 5th lap. From that point on it would 14. Shawn Wetzel
be a race for second as Hill would eas- 15. Tyler Hoy
Kyle Lear took top honors in last off to the crowd pleasing win. “It’s an ily take his 4th career Potomac Crate 16. Megan Mann
Saturday night’s 35-lap “Larry Hills honor to win this race for Larry Hills.” win aboard his Longhorn no.84. «It›s 17. Harry Shipe III
Memorial” Late Model special at Po- Lear stated in victory lane. “He and his always nice to come here and win.» A 18. Donny Tepper
tomac Speedway. The win for Lear, family are a big part of racing down jubilant Matt Hill stated post race. “I 19.Timmy Booth
worth $3000, was his 2nd win of the here and I hope we put on a good show rolled the top going into one on Aman-
season and the 3rd of his career behind tonight.” Superior track conditions aid- da to get the lead and this thing stuck Street Stock feature finish
the wheel of his familiar Rocket XR-1 ed in Lear’s winning drive. “This track and after that this car was just came to 1. Jeremy Pilkerton
no.151. was awesome tonight.” Said Lear. “You life.” Jamie Sutphin, Amanda Whaley, 2. Sam Archer
Kyle Lear and Amanda Whaley could race top, bottom or middle and Dale Hollidge and Ben Bowie trailed 3. Kyle Nelson
brought the field to green with Whaley thanks to everyone who helps with this at the finish. Heats for the 19 cars en- 4.Ed Pope Jr.
gaining the race lead as the field roared car, I couldn’t do it without them.” With tered went to Whaley and Bowie. With 5. Mike Raleigh
off turn two. Whaley›s lead would be his second place finish Jason Covert his 8th place finish Chuck Bowie was 6. Bobby Miexsall
short lived as Lear wrestled the top nailed down his second straight and crowned the 2018 division champion. 7. Paul Jones
spot on the second circuit and set sail. fourth career Potomac championship. “It’s been a stressful week leading up 8. Craig Tankersley
As Lear lead, 5th starting Jason Covert “These people behind me deserve all to this and I’m glad it’s finally over.” 9. John Ballou
arrived in second on the 21st lap and the credit.” Covert stated. “Everybody Quipped Bowie. “I just want to thank 10. Troy Kassiris
would chase Lear for the remaining on this team busts their guts out for my car owner Shawn Corbin, all the 11. Buddy Dunagan DNS-Craig Par-
laps but would not get close enough to me and I’m happy to get them another sponsors, and especially my wife Rosie rill, Marty Hanbury
mount a serious challenge as Lear drove championship.” Austin Hubbard, Dale who’s been there with me every step of
the way.” Hobby Stock feature finish
In support class action, Jeremy Pilk- 1. Buddy Dunagan
erton drove to his 7th win of the sea- 2. Stevie Gingery
son in the 16-lap Street Stock feature, 3. Greg Morgan
Buddy Dunagan took his first win of 4. Matt Randall
the season in the 15-lap Hobby Stock 5. Hilton Pickeral
event, Jeff Block rolled to his 3rd win of 6. Billy Crouse
the season in the 15-lap Strictly Stock 7. Kyle Nelson
feature with John Hardesty claiming 8.Tommy Randall
his 4th class championship and Chris 9. Ray Bucci
“Tippy”Martinez drove to his first ever 10. Joe Lehnen
Potomac feature win in the 15-lap U- 11. Jonathan Knott
Car main. 12. Derick Quade Jr.
13. Colin Long
Late Model feature finish 14. Chris Clark
1. Kyle Lear
2. Jason Covert U-Car feature finish
3. Austin Hubbard 1. Chris “Tippy” Martinez
4. Dale Hollidge 2. Jerry Barker
5. Ross Robinson 3. James Hissom
6. DarylHills 4. Jeff Wilkins
7.Amanda Whaley 5. Larry Lamb
8. Allen Brannon 6. Billy Smith
9. Scott Merryman 7. Stephen Suite
10. Brent Bordeaux 8. Ryan Quade
11. JT McGlanigan 9. Tim Steele
12. Tyler Horst 10. Dominic King
13. David Dill 11. Joey Suite
14. Jamie Lathroum 12. Larry Adleman
15.Brandon Long
16. Ray Kable Jr. Strictly Stock feature finish
17. Rob Schirmer 1. Jeff Block
18. Billy Tucker 2. Nabil Guffey
19. Andy Anderson 3. John Hardesty
20. Tyler Emory 4. Johnny Hardesty
21. Jonny Oliver 5. Scott Shelton
6. Ed Pope Sr.
RUSH Crate Late Model feature 7. Greg Mattingly
finish
1. Matt Hill By Doug Watson for Potomac Speedway
2. Jamie Sutphin
Thursday, October 11, 2018 The County Times Sports 23
SMAC Scoreboard
their 40-foot Caliber sailboat they keep tum-brand sailmakers from around the
in Solomons. country.
They weren’t alone in visiting Annap- “I look at it this way,” McKinney told
olis, as a large number of Calvert and St. us after the show’s completion. “The
2 0 1 8 - 2 0 1 9 VA R S I T Y F O O T B A L L
Mary’s countians made their way north Annapolis Sailboat Show is such a large
for the annual sailing extravaganza on show, you need to be there. It’s not that
the City dock. This year’s show was the you necessarily sell that much product at
49th annual event, and ran October 4th the show itself. You need to let people
through 8th. Starting in 1970 by Annap- know you are in business. You need to Chopticon vs.
olis businessman Ed Hartman, the show educate customers and answer their Great Mills 10/5/18 L 16-40
has often been proclaimed as the largest questions. If we don’t take that path,
in-water boat show in the world, and al- we might as well just be an on-line sail-
though that mantle may now be claimed maker. I’m working on proposals and Leonardtown vs.
by other international shows featuring estimates now for people I met over the St. Charles 10/5/18 L 0-53
power and sail vessels, the Annapolis weekend at the show.”
show is still the largest sail-only, in-wa- Rich Freeman and Patty Kimmel Huntingtown
ter show on the planet. The Annapolis were found last Thursday at the Catalina
vs. Thomas Stone 10/5/18 W 36-7
show features not only boats for sail, but Owners Group booth near the Catalina
tent after tent of vendors selling every Sailboats display on the northern edge
type of sailing and boating gear imagin- of the show grounds. The couple, who Patuxent vs.
able. Various seminars and learning op- recently moved to North Carolina but La Plata 10/5/18 W 23-6
portunities are offered, as well. But it is keep a sailboat in Solomons harbor as
the “boat stuff” that draws people like their summer home, own a late-model
the Chandlers every year to Annapolis. Northern vs.
Catalina cruising boat, and volunteer 10/5/18 L 24-34
A few stalls away from the bedding every year to spend a day getting Cata- North Point
display, Gary Shaw stood with his friend lina owners to join the organization.
and fellow salesman Dan Trammel at “It’s a great support group,” Kimmel
the Chutescoop display. Shaw, who lives said. We publish a lot of articles in our
in Bowie but keeps his sailboat in Solo- owners’ magazine. We have a terrific
mons, patented Chuteschoop, which is a group of technical writers that can help
spinnaker launch and retrieval device, with just about any boat problem. You
about 40 years ago. He has rented a stall get a lot of support from other Catalina
at the Annapolis show for at least 36 owners.”
years. The Annapolis Sailboat Show has a
“I missed one or two years here,” “gathering of the tribe” vibe to it, with
Shaw says. Every other year I have been many people - boat owners or not -
here. The important thing for me is to coming to see and be seen and wander
be seen and make contacts. I sell quite the grounds that are often filled with
a few units here at the show, but many sailing celebrities. People come not just
24 Contributing Writers The County Times Thursday, October 11, 2018
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36. Soviet Socialist Republic 9. South Dakota
37. Actress Rooney 12. Amazon ID number
39. Dark brown or black 13. A wife (law)
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42. Food company 19. Wrong
48. Trips to see wildlife 20. Exams
50. Elderly 21. Outlying suburb of
51. Famed chapel London
52. Something to grab 25. Replaces
53. City in Oklahoma 29. Prints money
54. Muckraking journalist 31. Accumulate
Tarbell 32. New Zealand conifer
55. Thallium 33. College teachers
56. Corroded 35. A way of grating
58. A Brooklyn NBAer 38. Novice
59. Most liberated 41. Having limits
60. Google certification (abbr.) 43. Shining with jewels or
sequins
CLUES ACROSS 18. Raise
CLUES DOWN 44. Existing at birth but not
1. Type of cleaner (abbr.) 22. Represent
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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.
James Bruce Thomas, Jr. 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Fu- survived by children, great-grandchildren, extended
neral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass his brother, family, and friends. She will be interred
James Bruce of Christian Burial will be celebrated on James W. Wil- on October 9, 2018 in Silverbrook Cem-
Thomas, Jr. Friday, October 12, 2018 at 10:00 AM in liams, Jr. of etery and Memorial Park in Wilming-
“Junior”, 83, of Holy Angels Catholic Church Avenue, Abell, MD and ton, Delaware. Interment will be private.
Bushwood, MD MD with Father Samuel Plummer of- his wife Chris- Condolences to the family may
passed away ficiating. Interment will follow in Sa- tine. He leaves be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.
at his home cred Heart Catholic Church Bushwood, behind many com.
on October 5, MD. Pallbearers will be; Robert “Bob” other relatives Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu-
2018. He was Thomas, Kathy Thomas Beach, Johnny and friends. neral Home, P.A.
born on July Cusic, Wayne Collar, Calvin Wallace, After gradu-
5, 1935 in Av- and James Bruce Thomas, III. Honor- ation from Thomas Stone High School
enue, Maryland ary Pallbearers will be Bobby Thomas, in 1979, Gary was disabled after being John Andrew Bowes
and the son of the late Mary Ethel Ellis Cal McMillion, Joyce Ann Cusic, Ruth struck by an automobile. In his remain- John Andrew
Thomas and James Bruce Thomas, Sr. Simmons, Andrew Dale Stauffer and ing years he participated in numerous “Jack” Bowes,
Junior was the loving husband of Nola Barbara McMillion. work related programs. 68, of Tall Tim-
Mae Bennett Thomas whom he mar- Contributions may be made to Al- Gary enjoyed spending time with his bers, MD died
ried on December 27, 1977 in Upper zheimer’s Association National Capital mother eating out on Sundays, visiting on September
Marlboro, MD. Junior is survived by Area Chapter 513 E. Charles Street P.O. the park, playing cards, golfing, solv- 27, 2018.
his children James Bruce Thomas, III. Box 1889 La Plata, MD 20646 or Hos- ing algebra problems and spending time He was born
of Bushwood, MD, Margaret “Peggy pice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Leonar- with his mother at her home on holidays. on Septem-
Stauffer of Colton’s Point, MD, and 1 dtown, MD. Gary also enjoyed visiting with family ber 21, 1950
grandchild. As well as siblings Robert Arrangements provided by the Mat- members and friends. in Washing-
“Bob” Thomas, and Dale Thomas. He tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. The family will receive friends on ton, D.C., to
was preceded in death by his son Wil- Leonardtown, MD. Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 1:00 the late Joseph
liam Thomas and his sister Jean “Jeanie” PM – 2:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gar- Ford Bowes and Helen Audrey Cranston
Thomas. He was a lifelong St. Mary’s diner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD Bowes.
County, MD resident and graduated of Gary Edward Williams where a Funeral Service will be held at Jack was a lifelong resident of St.
Margaret Brent High School. 2:00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel
Gary Edward Williams, age 57 of Mary’s County and a graduate of Little
Junior worked at the United States with Father Samuel Plummer officiat-
Bowie, MD, formerly of Hughesville, Flower School (1964) and St. Mary’s
Navy Yard Washington, DC and PAE ing. Interment will follow in Charles
MD died October 6, 2018. Ryken High School (1968). He also
System as a Steam Engineer, retiring in Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD.
Gary was born May 8, 1961 in Wash- attended St. Mary’s College. His em-
July, 2005. Arrangements provided by the Mat-
ington, DC. He was the son of Eleanor ployments included handyman/grounds
The family will receive friends on tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
Williams and the late James W. Wil- keeper at Jubilee Farms and assistant
Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 5:00 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
liams of Hughesville, MD. He is also manager/picture framer at Bowes Books.
PM to 8:00 PM with prayers recited at
He retired from Dyson’s Hardware Store
in St. Inigoes, MD after many years as
Jean Beverly Nertney manager. His special interests included
Jean Bever- old cars, family genealogy, antiques and
ly Nertney, of making the rounds to visit friends and
Leonardtown, family, especially on the holidays.
Mar yland, Jack is survived by his brothers, Jo-
passed away seph F. Bowes, M.D. (Helene) of Comp-
peacefully on ton, MD and George Michael “Mickey”
September Bowes (Laurie) of Tall Timbers, MD;
30, 2018 at his sisters-in-laws, Patricia Bowes of
the age of 92. Tall Timbers, MD and Margie Bowes of
She was born LaPlata, MD; and many nieces, neph-
on March ews and extended family and friends. In
20, 1926 in addition to his parents, he was also pre-
Wilmington, ceded in death by his brothers, Robert
Delaware, to James Stoddard and Irene H. “Bob” Bowes of Tall Timbers, MD
Stoddard. She was their only child. and Daniel R. Bowes of LaPlata, MD
Jean raised her daughter, Linda, in Memorial contributions may be made
Wilmington, Delaware and then moved to Little Flower School, 20410 Point
to Hallandale, Florida upon retirement. Lookout Road, Great Mills, MD 20634.
She enjoyed jazz music, especially the Condolences to the family may be
songs of Louis Prima, and she was an made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
avid writer of poetry and plays. Jean Arrangements by Brinsfield Funeral
An Independent Family-Owned Funeral Home also loved watching the horses race at Home of Leonardtown, MD.
Serving Southern Maryland for over 100 Years the nearby racetrack, where many of
her friends owned and trained thor-
Michael K. Gardiner, C.F.S.P., C.P.C. oughbreds. She will be remembered for Marilyn Stauffer Weaver
Funeral Director/President her sharp wit, keen interest in current Marilyn Stauffer Weaver, 27, of Me-
events, and deep love for her family. chanicsville, MD passed away on Sep-
Jean is survived by grandson Kyle tember 27, 2017. She was born on Janu-
Dudderar and his wife, Celeste Dudder- ary 8, 1991 in Leonardtown, MD and
ar (nee Grow) and their sons Cole, Jude, was the loving daughter of Nathaniel
Providing trusted service to the community for over 100 Years and Harris, of Longmont, Colorado and and Mariam Stauffer. Marilyn is sur-
granddaughter, Heidi Dudderar, and her vived by her husband Marvin Brubacher
41590 Fenwick Street • P.O. Box 270 • Leonardtown, Maryland 20650
www.mgfh.com daughter, Jordan, of Riva, Maryland.
She was predeceased by her parents and
Weaver, whom she married on Septem-
ber 27, 2012 in Loveville, MD. She is
(301)-475-8500 her beloved daughter, Linda Dudderar.
Her passing is mourned by her grand-
survived by her children; Marvin Troy
Weaver, and Weston Matthew Weaver.
Thursday, October 11, 2018 The County Times Obituaries 27
As well as her siblings; Linda (Sheldon) David Johnson as possible. She particularly enjoyed Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonar-
Martin, Nathaniel (Lorene) Stauffer, spoiling her grandchildren and her be- dtown, MD.
Jr. Lucy Brubacher, Joseph (Lorene) David “Jo- loved dog, Ginger. She was active in the
Stauffer, Matthew Stauffer, Edwin (Me- seph” Johnson, community and her church. She had the
lissa) Stauffer, Lorraine (Harvey) Zim- 24, of Ridge, MD biggest heart and would do anything for William H. Valentine, Jr,
merman, Minerva (Logan) Zimmerman, passed away on anyone, putting others ahead of her own William H.
Richard Stauffer, Darlene (Warren) October 1, 2018 needs. Valentine, Jr, 75,
Stauffer, Judy Stauffer, Steven Stauffer, in Lexington She is survived by her brothers Wil- of California,
Dwayne Stauffer, and Kurvin Stauffer. Park, MD. Born liam (Aleck) A. Loker of Bluffton, MD passed away
As well as grandfather; Joseph Stauffer on August 30, South Carolina and Thomas (Tom) W. surrounded by
and 45 nieces and nephews. She was 1994 in Prince Loker of Danville, CA; her children with his loving fam-
preceded in death by her sister Kathy Frederick, MD is John F. (Frank) Graves, Sr. - John (Jef) ily on October 1,
Stuaffer, grandparents; Esther Stauffer, was the loving son of Lisa Janie Under- F. Graves, Jr. (Laura) of Dowell, MD, 2018 in Califor-
David Stauffer and Annie Stauffer. She wood and Charles Edward Johnson, Jr. Leslie A. Nevala (Brian) of Leonard- nia, MD. Born
was a homemaker. of Ridge, MD. town, MD and Julie E. Kronen (Mike) on January 8,
Arrangements provided by the Mat- Joseph graduated from Leonardtown of Silver Spring, MD; her stepchildren 1943 in Washington, DC, he was the
tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. High School and was employed as a with Dr. Robert (Bob) Timmons - Me- son of the late Tura Lee Valentine and
Welder. gan L. Glover (Jay) of Frederick, MD, William H. Valentine, Sr. William was
Arrangements provided by the Mat- Sarah A. Chase (Ted) of Arlington, VA, the loving husband of Rosalie Valen-
Laura Jessie Heidelmark tingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. and Robert (Robbie) N. Timmons (Me- tine of California, MD. He is survived
Leonardtown, MD 20650. lissa) of Bethesda, MD; 13 grandchil-
Laura Jes- by his daughter AnneMarie Valen-
sie Heidel- dren: Bethany and Caroline Graves, tine of Lovettsville, VA. As well as,
mark, 93, of Lucy Loker Timmons Emily Nevala, Jackie, Gabe and Oliver his brother Francis Valentine of South
Mechanic- Kronen, Madison and Cameron Glover, Carolina. He was preceded in death by
sville, MD L u c y Taylor, Michael and Casey Chase, and his daughter Jennifer Lynn Valentine of
(formerly of Loker Tim- Grace and Jackson Timmons. In addi- Chester, VA. William was the owner of
Re n s s el a e r, mons, 70, tion to her parents and husband, Lucy Honor the
Valentine Motor memory of your
Company for cherished
50 years.
NY) passed of Leonard-
town, Mary-
A Tribute to the Loved One
was predeceased by her sister, Margaret one by sharing
In lieu of flowers the story of their life
contributions
with friends, neighbors and associates
may
away on Sun- (Peggy) L. Bell. be made in the memory here in the community.H.
of William
day, Septem-
ber 30, 2018
land died on
Se pt embe r Whose Memory Lives
Memorial contributions may be
made to Leonardtown Church of the
Valentine, Jr. to Parkinson Foundation
of the National Capital Area and
For details 8830 Cam-
to place
26, 2018
at St. Mary’s
Nursing Center of Leonardtown, MD. at Medstar On Forever in Your Heart
Nazarene, P.O. Box 1110, Leonardtown,
MD 20650-1110. Arrangements by the
eron Street, #201
20910.
your Silver
notice of remembrance,
Spring, MD
call 301-373-4125 for assistance.
She was born on March 3, 1925, in Od- Georgetown
gensburg, NY to the late Alfred Jacob Un ive r sit y
Laraby and Agnes Bell Riddle Laraby. Hospital in
Laura is a graduate of Fort Coving- Wa s h i n g -
ton High School. She is a graduate of ton, DC surrounded by her children. She
Albany Memorial Hospital School of was born in Leonardtown, Maryland to
Nursing earning a her diploma as a reg- the late William (Aleck) A. Loker, Sr.
istered nurse. After graduation she was and Margaret W. Loker.
employed as a dedicated and caring reg- In 1965, Lucy graduated from St.
istered nurse and later as the Assistant Mary’s Academy in Leonardtown, MD
Director of Nursing for Albany Memori- and in 1969 she graduated from the Col-
al. On January 13, 1947, she married her lege of Notre Dame of Maryland (now
beloved husband, Joseph James Heidel- Notre Dame of Maryland University)
mark in Fort Covington, NY. Together with a Bachelor of Arts in French. Over
they celebrated over 33 wonderful years her lifetime, she was employed as a
of marriage. She was a member of the seamstress and later as a stenographer/
REMEMBRANCES
Order of the Amaranth and the Eastern Business Manager for her father and
Star. several physicians’ offices in the Leon-
ardtown area, including for her late hus- IN PRINT & ONLINE
She is survived by her daughter,
Elaine Green of Mechanicsville, MD; band, Dr. Robert Timmons.
her grandson, Mario Vacarelli (Kather- On February 23, 2001, Lucy married
ine) of Benson, NC; her great-grandchil- her beloved husband, Robert (Bob) Wil-
liam Timmons, MD in Leonardtown.
dren: Elizabeth Paige Vacarelli, Alyssa
Together, they celebrated over 14 won-
If you have had a loved one die recently,
Renee Vacarelli, and Gregory Daniel
Vacarelli; her step grandchildren: Mi- derful years of marriage until his pass- come and see us, we can help you through the process.
chael, Monte, Mark, Michele, Mia; and ing in 2015. She was a member of the
many nieces, nephews, and extended Leonardtown Church of the Nazarene.
family and friends. In addition to her Lucy was an excellent cook and made
parents and husband, she is also preced- many delicious dishes, especially her
ed in death by her siblings, Elaine Iona famous spaghetti. She was a voracious
reader. Lucy was a skilled seamstress,
Bruce and Alfred Jacob Laraby.
crocheting many blankets, and she used Lynda J. Striegel & Andrea B. Baddour
Interment will be Friday, October 12,
2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery, to quilt and do needlepoint. She was WILLS • PROBATE ADMINISTRATION
Fort Covington, NY. a talented pianist and had a beautiful TRUSTS • BUSINESS LAW
In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu- voice. She loved singing with fellow
tions may be made to Shriners Hospital, members of her church. Her other hob- Please join us for “Preparing Your Estate Plan” hosted by Andrea
516 Carew Street, Springfield, MA. bies included working in her yard with Baddour and Robert Riffe of Edward Jones on Thursday, October 25,
Condolences to the family may be her husband and travelling, especially 2018 from 6pm to 7:30 p.m. at Mamma Lucia’s restaurant in Prince
to Hawaii and Disney World. Her fam- Frederick. Dinner will be served. Please R.S.V.P to (301) 855-2246.
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com.
ily was her greatest pride and joy with
Arrangements by the Brinsfield Fu-
whom she loved spending as much time 301-855-2246 • www.legalstriegel.com
neral Home, P.A.
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Community 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.
forward to a similar turnout at the 2018 one to make healthcare decisions on your
2018 Health Fair: The Way to Health Fair.
Walk Maryland Day 5k behalf if you are unable to do so yourself. It
Wellness For more information, contact Commu-
Wednesday, Oct. 10 is Walk MD Day~
can also be used to communicate the types
It’s that time of year again! The 2018 Join us from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at John V.
nity Programs & Outreach Manager Sarah of treatments you would like to have admin-
Health Fair, sponsored by the St. Mary’s Baggett Park in Laurel Grove as we join
Miller at 301-475-4200, ext. *1073, email istered in the event of a medical emergency.
County Department of Aging & Human walkers throughout the state who are par-
sarah.miller@stmarysmd.com, visit www. Space is limited. To sign up for this free pre-
Services, is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 19, ticipating in this special day designated by
stmarysmd.com/aging/healthfair.asp, or sentation in advance, please visit the signup
from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Governor Larry Hogan as Walk MD Day.
find us on Facebook, keyword St. Mary’s table or call 301-475-4200, ext. *3103.
The event will be held in the Southern Check-in starts at 9:30 a.m. Free water
County Department of Aging & Human
Maryland Higher Education Center, located bottles will be given out while supplies last.
at 44219 Airport Road in California, MD,
Services.
Those who complete the 5K will receive a 8th Annual Barn Party at the St.
and is free to the public. special gift. For more information, call Alice Mary’s County Fairgrounds
Flu Shots will be available for $20. Cash
Fresh Conversations Allen 301-475-4200, ext.*1063. Kick off the autumn season with a good
The Garvey Senior Activity Center will old fashion barn party planned by the Gar-
and check will be accepted. Due to regula-
be taking part in a pilot program provided
tion changes, Medicare will not be accepted
by The University of MD Extension. The
Macular Degeneration Discussion vey Senior Activity Center on Friday, Oct.
for flu shots. Volunteer Health Watch Coordinator 12, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the St. Mary’s
Iowa Department of Public Health designed County Fairgrounds. Enjoy country music
In addition to the flu vaccines, the Health Linda Weintraub will discuss Macular De-
this nutrition program to support healthy and food in a country setting. Tap your feet
Fair will offer a variety of free screenings generation at the Loffler Senior Activity
aging and independence by giving older while listening to live country music by True
and health checks including: Center on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 10 a.m. What
adult community members an opportunity Blue Country, twirl your partner around the
• Skin Cancer Screening causes it and what can you do to reduce the
to gather and discuss current nutrition and dance floor, and enjoy a catered pulled pork
• Hearing Screening effects and progression if you are diagnosed
health topics, taste low-cost healthy recipes, meal. There will be a 50/50 raffle, photo
• Vision Screening with it? To sign up for this free presentation,
and discover new ways to stay active and booth and door prizes! Tickets are available
• Oral Health Screening call 301-475-4200, ext. *1658, or stop by the
independent. Participating in this pilot pro- for purchase at all senior activity center loca-
• Blood Pressure Screening reception desk.
gram would require reading a short newslet- tions while supplies last. The suggested tick-
• And much more…
ter one-week prior to attending a one-hour et price is an $8 donation. Tickets must be
The Sheriff’s Office will be on-site to col-
in-person discussion of the newsletter’s con- Advance Directive Presentation purchased in advance; there will be no ticket
lect expired or unwanted medications. Masada Johnson with Deep Launching,
tent. The session will be held on Tuesday, sales at the door. For more information, call
Nearly 700 people attended last year’s Inc. will be at the Northern Senior Activity
Oct. 9, at 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Materials 301-475-4200, ext. *1050.
event to learn more about the latest health Center on Thursday, Oct. 11 from 11-11:30
are now available for pick up. Sign up is re-
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