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SPORTS 22 LOCAL 6 COMMUNITY 12 Burch Oil Company has sold its Burchmarts. St. Mary’s has top logger. CALENDAR 23 “SINCE LAST WEEK, MOST OBITUARIES 26 OF OUR KEY METRICS HAVE CONTRIBUTING WRITERS 29 WORSENED CONSIDERABLY.” GOVERNOR LARRY HOGAN ON THE PANDEMIC. BUSINESS DIRECTORY 30 WEEKLY FORECAST FUN & GAMES 31

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GIVE US A CALL.BRYANS ROAD YOU’LL BE GLAD YOU DID. LEONARDTOWN Burris’ Olde Towne Insurance Auto • Home • Business • LIFE LEONARDTOWN BRYANS ROAD As of November 11 301-475-3151 301-743-9000 WWW.DANBURRIS.COM 1724 60 AN INDEPENDENT AGENT REPRESENTING ERIE INSURANCE GROUP Information provided by St. Mary's Health Department Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Local News 3 In-person Learning Put on Pause By Dick Myers, Editor and in each county school want them back in Guy Leonard, Staff Writer some kind of classroom learning. The return to in-person learning in St. Smith told the St. Mary’s County Board Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) of Education about parental stances at was abruptly halted this week due to in- the Nov. 4 board meeting. “It varies from creased incidents of COVID-19 in the school to school but it’s over 70 percent community. of parents… who want their child back in School Superintendent Dr. Scott Smith in-person learning,” Smith said. “In some sent the following notice to the commu- schools its 80 percent.” nity late last week: “Due to the increased At that meeting he said, “Today we have rate of COVID-19 cases in our area, 5,500 students in Phase 2 who are coming there will be no in-person instruction for back to in-person instruction,” Smith said the week of November 9-13, 2020 for all St. Mary’s County Superintendent of Schools Scott Smith Wednesday. SMCPS students.” has not seen since July, with a Maryland exposed, and using quarantine to contain According to the system’s recovery Starting Nov. 4 students in Pre-K, Kin- statewide positivity rate nearing 5 percent the spread. plan, by Nov. 16, students at all grade lev- dergarten, 1st grade, 6th grade and high and a new case rate per one hundred thou- “St. Mary’s County Public Schools and els were to return to alternating days of school freshmen and seniors returned to a sand of over 18. He has called this a ‘piv- all those whom we employ have worked classroom discussion. hybrid A-and-B-Day class schedule with otal moment’ and we agree. tirelessly over the past eight months to “We’ll have about 6,500 students in Nov. 6 dedicated to on-line learning. “St. Mary’s County has been well be- support our children and provide the best school on one day, and we’ll have 6.500 That was halted this week. low the state in both metrics – positivity possible instruction in the worst possible students on the other,” Smith said. “By the In a letter sent to staff and families, rate and case rate per 100,000, but in the time. We have followed CDC guidelines time we work our way through November Smith said: “I regret to inform you that as past three days, the county has added 60 of masking, social distancing, and hy- we’ll have 13,000 kids coming to school a result of the community spread of CO- new cases resulting in a total of 95 new giene. We have put our students first and every single day and interacting with VID 19 in St. Mary’s County, we will be cases for the past week. This is the high- sacrificed much to get where we are right their teachers two out of the five days per canceling all in-person instruction for the est one-week case rate since May. Many of now and the last thing we want to do is week.” upcoming week, November 9-13, 2020. these positive cases can be traced back to move backward but being able to continue This student scheduling will continue As I am sure you are aware, COVID 19 social and family gatherings held over the in-person instruction requires the entire through December, Smith said, until Win- cases are surging across the nation and our Halloween weekend. Pausing in-person community to be committed to this goal. ter Break. state. On Thursday evening, November 5, instruction for the upcoming week will The numbers from the last three days, There has been no word as of this Governor Hogan held a press conference provide the St. Mary’s County Health De- show that our community is moving in the week’s press deadline whether schools detailing the current surge and emphasiz- partment the time needed to go through wrong direction.” will resume in-person learning next week. ing the importance of taking every pre- the essential process of contract tracing Smith said last week that a vast major- [email protected] and dick- caution to contain the spread of COVID – isolating those positive, testing those ity of parents surveyed who had students [email protected] 19. The state is recognizing rates that it

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➢ Embedded Systems Software Engineer ➢ Senior Systems Administrator ➢ Electrical Engineer ➢ Program Analyst (Financial/Technical) ➢ Security Specialist ➢ Multi-Discipline Engineers ➢ Contracts Manager By Dick Myers remains committed to our communi- Editor ty, customers, and to our employees. A five-generation, 92-year-old As we continue to expand Burch Oil NASC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qual- Southern Maryland business is sell- and Burch Propane, we hope you will ified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ing off one of its divisions. In a letter continue to trust us with your home race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. to the community, Burch Oil Com- comfort needs for many generations Please email us at [email protected] or visit our website at www.nasc.com and pany has announced the sale of its to come.” look under the “Careers” tab for further details regarding these positions and eight convenience stores in Calvert, In a profile on the company for requirements. Charles, and St. Mary’s counties. their 90th anniversary, The County The stores operate under the names Times reported: “From the very be- Burchmart, Korner Karryout and ginning it was all about family. Sam- Korner Express and are located in uel Bernard Burch was a farmer and Hollywood, Leonardtown, Mechan- sawmill operator. He had two cousins icsville (2), Charlotte Hall, Hughes- in Baltimore, Thaddeus Burch and ville, Waldorf, and Prince Frederick. his son Joe, who owned an already Several of the locations have Subway successful oil company. The cousins franchises within the stores. teamed up, and as they say, ‘The rest The letter from the Burch family is history,’ 90 years of it. said, “Dear valued members of the “The date was May 21, 1928 when community. Our Family has had the the Burch Oil Company of Southern honor of serving the home comfort Maryland opened at Oaks in Char- needs of Southern Maryland for over lotte Hall on what is now Route 5. 90 years and hope to do so for many The company’s original business was years to come. Our humble begin- distributing gasoline, kerosene, and ning started in 1928 when Samuel moor oil. The product came in by rail- Bernard Burch started delivering road twice a week from Baltimore. kerosene to help his neighbors keep “It was only three months later warm. We are committed to getting that Samuel’s son, F. Elliott Burch, back to our roots by refocusing our Sr. joined his father in the business efforts on expanding our fuel oil and at the age of 19. The Charlotte Hall propane delivery service as well as Military Academy graduate at first the installation and service of all the was a truck driver. Then, the delivery home comfort systems you use every truck had three compartments, total- day. ing 450 gallons. Unless the customer “That is why it is very difficult for wanted the entire contents of one us to announce we have decided to compartment, Elliott had to transfer sell our eight Burchmart convenience the product into five-gallon contain- store locations. This does not in- ers, an arduous task. clude Burch Oil, Burch Propane, our “From that humble beginning, the four car wash locations, or the Dairy Burch Oil Company grew, while still Queen in Charlotte Hall. This deci- embracing that original heating oil sion did not come easy, as it affects business. The growth included gas many families in the community, we stations, and then convenience stores hold so dear. We are happy to report at those gas stations, and then carry- as part of the negotiations, the new out food in those convenience stores owners have agreed to retain the cur- and then stand-alone fast-food op- rent staff without interruption. We erations. It also grew to include car yesstmarysmd.com/rgrants hope you will greet the new owners washes, delivery of propane and in- of Burchmart with the same warm home water conditioning systems.” welcome you have always shown us. [email protected] “Our 5th generation Burch family Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Local News 7

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The new directives formation regarding appointments, reduce food service establishments please visit the St. Mary’s County capacity to 50% and restore manda- Government website and specific tory teleworking for State Govern- Department pages. ment Employees. The Governor also At this time, there will be no announced Public Health Adviso- changes to the St. Mary’s Transit ries that limit indoor gatherings to System operations, Recreation and 25 or fewer and expanded warnings Parks programs, or landfill and on out-of-state travel. The health convenience center services. Senior conference: • Requires hospitals to implement advisory also mandated COVID-19 Activity Centers remain closed. PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY plans to stage and accept surge pa- testing for all visitors to nursing As recovery continues, please re- TO LIMIT INDOOR GATHER- tients. All hospitals will be required homes and assisted living facilities. member to maintain physical dis- INGS TO 25 OR LESS. With con- to begin preparations to increase In response, St. Mary’s County tancing, keep gatherings to 25 or tact tracing data showing an up- COVID-19 related operations by Government is adopting similar fewer, wear face coverings, and fol- tick in cases resulting from family making sure they have enough beds measures by reinstating the Lev- low all safe health precautions. gatherings and house parties, state and staff. el 3 Pandemic Response Policy. The governor announced that ef- health officials have issued a public • Makes additional infection con- Please note that St. Mary’s County fective at 5 p.m., Wednesday Nov. health advisory strongly discourag- trol staff available from regional is permitted to be more restrictive 11: ing indoor gatherings of 25 people hospitals and other nursing homes than the state of Maryland, but not INDOOR DINING CAPACITY or more. to intervene and provide support less restrictive. As such, effective REDUCED TO 50%. The governor EXPANDED OUT-OF-STATE through mutual aid agreements Friday, Nov.13 at 8 a.m., eligible issued an emergency order reducing TRAVEL ADVISORY. With con- when outbreaks occur at any one county employees will operate un- indoor operations for bars and res- tact tracing data showing an uptick nursing home. der the maximum telework policy. taurants from 75% to 50%. Bars and in confirmed cases connected to NEW GUIDANCE FOR NURS- St. Mary’s County Government De- restaurants in the State of Maryland travel outside of the state, the gov- ING HOMES AND ASSISTED partments may be open to visitors are permitted to be open for seated ernor has directed the Maryland LIVING FACILITIES. State by appointment only. County ser- and distanced service only, with Department of Health to issue an health officials have issued new vices will continue to be provided strict capacity restrictions. expanded public health advisory for guidance for slowing the spread of via telephone, email and US Mail. He put in effect immediately out-of-state travel. Marylanders are COVID-19 at nursing homes and as- Offices may offer appointments following at his Nov. 10 press strongly advised against traveling sisted living facilities.. to any state with a positivity rate • Marylanders should take all pre- above 10% or any state with aver- cautions to protect their loved ones age case rates above 20 per 100K. at nursing homes and assisted living Anyone traveling from these states programs including staying home if should get tested and self-quaran- sick and getting tested before they tine while awaiting results. visit. This public health advisory— • Nursing home and assisted liv- which takes effect immediately— ing program staff should minimize applies to personal, family, or busi- their contact with large gatherings ness travel of any kind. Maryland- and work with their management ers are advised to postpone or can- on communicating early and often cel travel to these areas until their about infection control issues at positivity and/or case rates decline. their facilities. Read the travel advisory. • Nursing homes and assisted GOVERNMENT OFFICES living programs are reminded that TO RETURN TO MANDATO- indoor visitation is not permitted RY TELEWORKING. Governor if the facility is currently conduct- Hogan has directed the Maryland ing outbreak testing and in accor- Department of Budget and Manage- dance with federal guidance on this ment to immediately execute a pe- subject. Each facility may restrict riod of mandatory telework across visitation, to include the number state agencies, except for essential of individuals allowed in the facil- direct public-facing services and ity at any given time, on a facility- other essential personnel. State of- specific basis given each facility’s ficials strongly encourage all busi- circumstances and infection control nesses to take immediate steps to guidelines. expand telework. • Nursing homes must continue to NEW HOSPITAL SURGE CA- take steps to secure sufficient per- PACITY ORDER. State health of- sonal protective equipment for their ficials have issued an emergency staff. order expanding hospital surge ca- EXPANDED CONSULTA- pacity. Read the emergency health TIONS WITH LOCAL LEAD- order. ERS. At the governor’s direction, • Provides state EMS officials administration officials will in- with the flexibility to shift patients crease teleconferences with coun- to alternate care sites such as the ty and municipal leaders in or- Baltimore Convention Center Field der to ensure additional real-time Hospital, Laurel Hospital, and Ad- coordination. ventist Takoma Park Hospital, and Press Release from St. Mary’s to add capacity at those sites if the County government and the Office need arises. of Gov. Larry Hogan. Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Local News 9

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Charlotte Hall, Leonardtown: 7 am till 10 pm Hollywood: 7 am till 9 pm 10 Local News The County Times Thursday, November 12, 2020 Leonardtown Warns Businesses of Thefts By Guy Leonard lion of a $250 million state aid package Staff Writer would go to restaurants to buy supplies A theft from a prominent Leonard- and equipment, such as outdoor heaters, town business has officials there warn- to continue serving customers without ing other proprietors to be on the look- being forced to turn them away due to out for anyone who might make another capacity limits. Hogan, speaking at a attempt. press conference on Tuesday, said CO- Town Administrator Laschelle McKay VID-19 health metrics had worsened in said that some heavy restaurant equip- the state from infection rates and hospi- ment was stolen from the Slice House talizations to more deaths, and ordered pizza restaurant recently after it was left that restaurants reduce their active ca- outside behind the establishment. McK- pacity to 50 percent from 75 percent to ay said the owner of the business, Ken combat the virus spread. McKay said Held, told her it was old equipment that outdoor heaters were increasingly hard he had planned to dispose of anyway but to comeby, making them even more pre- that he was concerned over the brazen- cious for businesses such as restaurants ness of the theft. to guard them. “Restaurants have heaters there, us- “People should be more on the look- ing them for outdoor dining and a lot out,” McKay said. “I don’t want people of them leave the heaters outside over- who are already struggling to lose their night,” McKay told The County Times. valuable assets.” “That was my big concern. Gov. Larry [email protected] Hogan announced recently that $50 mil-

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NOVEMBER 21ST Civil War Trails, Inc. has teamed we deliver economic development by up with the St. Mary’s County Mu- the carload,” said Drew Gruber, ex- seum Division, Visit St. Mary’s MD, ecutive director of Civil War Trails. 12:00 NOON Historic Sotterley, and the Maryland “Places off the beaten path, personal Department of Conservation and Rec- stories, experiences and unique ame- ON SITE - Rain oR Shine reation to revamp and reinstall eight nities are exactly what our visitors are Civil War Trails interpretive mark- after - and St. Mary’s County delivers 43163 Joy Lane, HoLLywood, MD 20636 ers at historical sites throughout St. in every category.” Mary’s County. The Civil War Trails program con- Earlier this year, in March 2020, tinues to experience record visitation the first of eight new signs were in- each year, providing a strong return stalled at Historic Sotterley, officially on investment and revenue for local OPEN HOUSE launching the effort scheduled to be jurisdictions. With visitors looking completed and ready for visitors by to get out of the house and experience SAT. NOVEMBER 14th the first week of November 2020. history in a socially distanced way Sotterley’s new Civil War Trails sign during most of this year, the program 9:00 - 11:00 am tells a “fuller story,” which now in- was positioned best to fill this niche. cludes information about the formerly What’s more, all the Civil War Trails enslaved men who served with dis- signs are environmentally friendly PRIME 3.7 AC. +/- LOT tinction in the United States Colored and 100 percent recyclable, so every WITH WELL, SEPTIC, ELECTRIC, NEW DRIVEWAY, NO IMPACT FEE Troops. time new signs are made, the old ones (EST. IMPROVEMENT VALUE $35,000.00) During the COVID-19 shutdown are cleaned, reused and repurposed this year, the organizations worked for new content. together to thoroughly research the Civil War Trails is part of the ex- seven remaining sites in the county tensive menu of visitor offerings CALL AUCTIONEER and produce new signs for each. The that the St. Mary’s County Depart- BILLY FITZGERALD goal was to make each more engaging ment of Economic Development, the and relevant for the modern enthusi- St. Mary’s County Museum Division (301) 481-3378 ast, telling unique and fascinating and Visit St. Mary’s MD, the county’s stories of the interesting people these destination marketing organization, accounts feature. In addition, the team offers to visitors. Other trails and by- Fitzgerald Realty & Auctioneers www.fitzgeraldrealty.net will shift sign locations to improve ways that sites in St. Mary’s County (301) 884-7000 / (301) 481-3378 [email protected] accessibility and wayfinding. Signs also appear on include the Religious will be reinstalled at St. Clement’s Freedom National Scenic Byway, the Island Museum, St. Clement’s Island Captain John Smith Chesapeake Na- State Park, Piney Point Lighthouse tional Historic Trail, the Star-Span- MARYLAND: A STATE DIVIDED Museum & Historic Park, the Old Jail gled Banner National Historic Trail, Museum in Leonardtown, Chaptico, the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Point Lookout State Park and the St. Trail, and many more. MARYLAND CIVIL WAR DISPLAY Mary’s County Visitor Center at the To complement the work being FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER, NOW IN THE Patuxent River Naval Air Museum. done throughout St. Mary’s County, LEXINGTON PARK LIBRARY The Civil War Trails program con- the Maryland Office of Tourism is re- nects visitors to more than 1,200 sites printing its popular Civil War Trails 2021 SCHEDULE FOR THE FOLLOWING LIBRARIES across six states. The program’s sig- map-guides. 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MARYLAND CARTRIDGE BOX MARYLAND WEAPONS 12 In Our Community The County Times Thursday, November 12, 2020 Countian Named Outstanding Logger The Forest Resources Association Region Manager Rick Meyer at the and STIHL Incorporated on Oct.10 at the Western Maryland Forestry honored Bruce Barnes, owner of Field Days & Equipment Show in Barnes Logging in Clements, as Friendsville, MD on October 10. the Appalachian Region 2020 Out- The Barnes Logging nomination standing Logger. was submitted by the Maryland For- At an early age, Bruce Barnes as- ests Association and the Maryland- sisted with his father’s horse log- Delaware Master Logger Program. ging operation. Bruce continued FRA’s Outstanding Logger Award the horse logging operation for program is designed to raise the many years, and while he logs with visibility of professional logging mechanized equipment today, he contractors and to encourage other maintains some of his history with loggers to adopt the performance horses, competing in horse pulling of the award winners. The Regional competitions and demonstrations. Bruce and Kathy Barnes. (Bruce’s wife, Kathy, is Award winner becomes a nominee Bruce works independently, pur- the administrative manager for Barnes Logging.) for FRA’s National Outstanding chasing his own timber and mer- by keeping his logging equipment Logger Award competition. chandising all timber types for best immaculately clean. The Forest Resources Associa- value to the landowner. He manag- Bruce has a friendly and loyal tion Inc. is a nonprofit trade asso- es his own log yard where he scales reputation in the local business ciation concerned with the safe, ef- and grades the higher-quality logs ficient, and sustainable harvest of Bruce Barnes receives FRA’s 2020 Appalachian community. He serves as chairman for export markets. Bruce manu- Region (AR) Outstanding Logger Award. of the St. Mary’s (MD) County Fair forest products and their transport ally fells timber using STIHL chain Pictured (standing) from left to right: Beth Hill from woods to mill. FRA represents (Maryland Forests Assn Executive Director), Bruce Board, and he has been a mentor to saws. A long-time Maryland Mas- Barnes, Rick Meyer (FRA Appalachian Region many loggers over the years. wood consumers, independent log- ter Logger who is very proficient Manager). Kneeling: Agnes Kedmenecz (MD-DE The FRA 2020 Appalachian Re- ging contractors, and wood deal- with a power saw, Bruce has taught Master Logger Program Coordinator). gion Outstanding Logger Award ers, as well as businesses providing chain saw safety training classes for products and services to the forest sidual stand of timber. This has prizes—a cherry & walnut wooden loggers. resource-based industries. earned him repeat business with crosscut saw plaque from FRA and Bruce often works with a con- STIHL Incorporated serves as the forest landowners and praise from a STIHL MS 462 chain saw gift sulting forester to achieve silvicul- sponsor of FRA’s Regional and Na- the Maryland Department of Natu- certificate and a $250 check provid- turally sound forest management tional Outstanding Logger Awards. ral Resources. He further enhances ed by STIHL—were presented to objectives, with strict adherence Press Release from Forest Resourc- his professional image to the public Bruce Barnes by FRA Appalachian to BMPs and protection of the re- es Association

FROM ABSENCE TO PRESENCE THE VIRTUAL DEDICATION OF THE COMMEMORATIVE TO ENSLAVED PEOPLES OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND Saturday, November 21, 2020 @ 11:00 a.m.

The Commemorative is an immersive art experience that honors the story of resilience, persistence, and creative problem solving that defined the lives of the enslaved individuals that lived in St. Mary’s City between 1750 and 1815. Constructed on the St. Mary’s College of Maryland campus, the Commemorative provides visitors with the space to acknowledge and learn from the lives of those who once toiled there, while providing a place for reflection and introspection about the nature of slavery and its connections to modern society.

This virtual dedication will feature a keynote message by nationally-known writer Jelani Cobb. This artistic construction being erected near the Jamie L. Roberts Stadium features commissioned work by artists Norman Lee and Shane Allbritton of RE:Site and poet Quenton Baker.

TO EXPERIENCE THE VIRTUAL DEDICATION, VISIT: WWW.SMCM.EDU/COMMEMORATIVE/ Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times In Our Community 13 SMECO Employees Fundraise for Area Hospitals Southern Maryland Electric Coopera- tive (SMECO) recently donated $55,700 to three local hospitals in Southern Maryland to support hospitals’ care providers and operations during the CO- VID-19 pandemic. The three hospitals are CalvertHealth in Prince Frederick, University of Maryland Charles Region- al Medical Center (UM CRMC) in La Plata, and MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown. Accepting a contribution from SMECO on behalf Each organization will receive of the hospital are, from left, Craig Renner, Direc- tor of Marketing and Communications for the $18,566. “We selected these three or- University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical ganizations as this year’s recipients be- Center (UM CRMC) and Leanne Lakes, Chair of cause their services are vital to our com- the UM CRMC Foundation. Natalie Cotton, at right, SMECO’s government affairs and community munities, and their budgets and person- relations director, presents the contribution of nel have been stretched thin during the $18,566 to the hospital. pandemic,” explained Natalie Cotton, part of this community.” SMECO’s government affairs and com- “SMECO has been a great partner to munity relations director. our Foundation,” said Leanne Lakes, Richard Jarboe, SMECO’s supply Chair, Charles Regional Medical Center chain director, stated, “We had planned Foundation. “This generous contribu- to hold our annual charity golf outing, tion helps further support our mission to but determined that the health risk was help UM CRMC provide the best pos- too great. Our appreciation of our ven- sible medical care in our region.” dors who whole-heartedly agreed to Cotton commented, “We are espe- honor their donations is immeasurable.” cially thankful for business partners “As a non-profit hospital, our budget who provided donations. Major con- 22345 GREENVIEW PKWY, GREAT MILLS, MD 20634 (301) 863-1336 must prioritize costly medical equip- tributors include Adams, Jenkins and ment, staffing, and other critical ex- Cheatham; Booth and Associates; Com- penses. There is often little remaining munity Bank of the Chesapeake; Dun- for aesthetics or upgrades,” Christine can Weinberg Genzer Pembroke; Glen Wray, FACHE, President of MedStar St. and Barbara Ives; ICF International; Mary’s Hospital, said. “Thanks in part McNees Wallace and Nurick LLC; New to SMECO’s donation—along with con- River Electrical Corporation; Penn tributions from our own associates—we Line; Prudential; Schiebel Construction; are closer to building a comfortable out- Sumter Utilities; TRC Solutions; UDC; door picnic area where our team mem- and VFP; and we thank them for their LexingtonActive bers can take a well-deserved break support.” outside. Jarboe added, “We are grateful to our “Construction has been in the plan- Golf Outing sponsors for their generous ParkAdult Community ning stages for more than a year. Our contributions. Platinum Sponsors in- healthcare workers will use the space clude Altec, Anixter, AUI Power, Bran- to take a meal break, decompress, and dywine Power, ICF International, Irby get some fresh air during long shifts.” Utilities, New River Electrical Corpora- Wray added, “Through the challenges tion, The Okonite Company, Sargent & NOW Available of COVID-19 and beyond, the commu- Lundy LLC, Southern Maryland Cable, 1 & 2 bedroom nity support we’ve received has meant and Wesco Utility. Gold Sponsors in- so much to our team. Many thanks to clude SMO Energy. We rely on them apartments SMECO. We greatly appreciate the co- for their donations and appreciate their op’s support.” assistance.” Dean Teague, President and CEO “We are planning to hold our ninth of CalvertHealth, stated, “Our sincere bike ride in the fall of 2021,” explained thanks to our community partner, SME- Cotton. “For eight years, we held the CO, and everyone who contributed to event on the first Saturday in June, and this gift. As our healthcare team focuses many of our cyclists participated in all of on COVID-19 and the treatment for our our annual rides. We hope that by host- community, this gift is especially ap- ing the event in the fall, we can avoid preciated. The impact it will have is sig- any concerns about the pandemic next nificant.” He went on to say, “During the year.” She concluded, “We are always past months, gestures of generosity in all grateful for the donations from our con- forms have fueled our efforts. It’s about tributors, and we’re thankful they have people caring for others, and we are ex- been so generous.” tremely thankful for our community.” In eight years, SMECO employee fun- CalvertHealth Foundation Trustee and draisers have contributed $383,800 to lo- Second Vice Chair Marianne Harms re- cal organizations. Contributions, which marked, “SMECO is always so reliable may be tax deductible, can be made to 21895 Pegg Road • Lexington Park, MD 20653 • (240)725-0111 and generous to our community. Every- the SMECO Charitable Foundation. one working there and on the board is a Press Release from SMECO. 14 In Our Community The County Times Thursday, November 12, 2020 Basketball for Life Emerging Leaders Class Graduates

Leadership Southern Maryland’s (LSM) LEAP Class of 2020 On Oct. 23, Leadership Southern ny, class speaker, Phillip Melton, Maryland’s (LSM) LEAP Class of summed it up nicely: “I believe we 2020 graduated the Emerging Lead- all entered this program with the ex- ers Program. The 22-member class pectation that by the end, we would completed a six-month program com- confidently answer the question ‘Am prised of monthly sessions devoted I a Leader?’ Our progression through to facilitating, fostering, and refin- this program has transformed that ing their individual leadership un- question into ‘What is next for me to derstanding and abilities via struc- grow as a leader?’ LEAP has provid- tured course curriculum focused ed a heightened sense of self-aware- on self-discovery, teamwork, and ness in our respective fields. We have networking. collectively grown from sharing our At graduation, these new or emerg- unique life stories that have shaped ing leaders received their certificates our leadership styles, which has and presented their capstone projects. helped us to learn more about our- These projects showcased their work selves. LEAP has proven that in order in identifying the leadership behind to be the best leaders we can, we must efforts addressing community-wide show ourselves in all respects to be a issues such as the opioid epidemic, model. Thank you LSM LEAP 2020 food security, and gender equity. for modeling the emerging leader.” During the graduation ceremo- Press Release from LSM. Virtual Event for Local Youth Mentoring Programs The Healthy St. Mary’s Partner- teen years can help build resilien- ship invites youth mentoring pro- cy, mental well-being, and impor- grams in St. Mary’s County to a tant life skills. As the COVID-19 free virtual event featuring speak- pandemic continues, young people ers from Maryland Mentor on Tues- can greatly benefit from social con- Jeff "Pee-Wee" Burrell, Director - Basketball4Lyfe joined with many sponsors to day, November 10, 2020 from 5:00 nection and engagement with car- give youth a day of free sports activities on Saturday, October 31, 2020 – 6:00 p.m. ing adults and peers. Click here for Interested community members more information on coping during & organizations can join the event the pandemic. via: For more information or to re- • Google Meeting at: meet.google. ceive a calendar invite, please con- Craft Show Cancelled com/pcs-mkxq-gyt tact the Healthy St. Mary’s Partner- The Ladies Auxiliary of the Hollywood eryone involved in the event. Volunteer Fire Department regrets to in- We apologize for the advertisement • Or by phone at: 1-424-360-0684: ship at stmaryspartnership@gmail. form you of the cancellation of our Annual posted in the November issue of the SME- Mentoring youth as they navigate com. Fall Craft Show fund-raising event that CO Cooperative Review pamphlet. The the challenges of childhood and was planned for November 22, 2020. advertisement was posted in error. The decision to cancel the Craft Show The 2021 Fall Craft Show will be held on event was made because of the continuing Sunday, November 21, 2021. If you have % rise in Covid-19 illnesses, social distancing any questions or require further informa- LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWS requirements, and other restrictions in ef- tion about the Craft Show, you may contact SERVING ST. MARY'S COUNTY fect due to the Covid-19 virus. We were the chairman at: [email protected] concerned for the health and safety of ev-

ON NEWSSTANDS EVERY THURSDAY & ONLINE AT COUNTYTIMES.NET CountySt. Times Mary’s County ● Calvert County Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Cops & Courts 15 ST. MARY'S SHERIFF'S Philip H. Dorsey III OFFICE CRIME REPORT Attorney at Law Identity Sought for Theft Suspect The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Of- fice is seeking the identity of the per- son pictured in a theft investigation. On Friday, Oct. 30, 2020 at 7 pm, the sus- pect did not scan all of the items in her -Serious Personal Injury Cases- shopping cart while at the self-checkout register and then exited the California Walmart store. Anyone with information about the LEONARDTOWN: 301-475-5000 identity of the suspect or this incident is asked to call Deputy Benjamin Luffey at TOLL FREE: 1-800-660-3493 301-475-4200, ext. 71956 or email ben- [email protected]. Case #67157-20 EMAIL: [email protected] Citizens may remain anonymous and contact Crime Solvers at 301-475-3333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their mes- sage to “CRIMES” (274637). Through the Crime Solvers Program tipsters are eligible for an award of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or indictment. For official news and information, fol- low the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Of- www.dorseylaw.net fice on Twitter @firstsheriff Press Release from SMCSO. Thursday, May 21, 2020

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Footwear Thief Sought 13 The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a theft investiga- tion. On Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2020 Staycation at 10:30 am, the suspect entered the Famous Footwear store in Cali- What Are YourGuide Plans This fornia and took two pairs of Nike shoes in boxes, size 10 1/2, as well Summer? as an Adidas crossbody bag before fleeing the store without paying for them. Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or this in- cident is asked to call Deputy Max Schell at 301-475-4200, ext. 78161 or email max.schell@stmarysmd. com. Case # 54207-20 Citizens may remain anonymous and contact Crime Solvers at 301- 475-3333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their message to “CRIMES” (274637). Through the Crime Solv- ers Program tipsters are eligible for an award of up to $1,000 for infor- mation about a crime in St. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or indictment. 100% Press Release from SMCSO. St. Mary’s News Editor’s Note: The above arrests are not an indication of In Print & Online guilt or innocence as the cases have not been adjudicated. www.countytimes.net 16 Feature The County Times Thursday, November 12, 2020 AM/ FM Appreciation: Radio in Southern Maryland By Dick Myers dies, such as Lone Ranger and Lum and Editor Abner, switching to television and radio I admit it. I’m a radio geek. I was one adapting to playing records and doing even before the word became common- news, sports, and public affairs. Small ly used. towns all over the country were getting It all started with music. their first radio stations during the 50’s While my parents were listening to and 60’s. ON AIR Patti Page on the Art Brown show on Notice that the stations I mentioned WWDC (1260) in DC, I was hiding in so far were all Amplitude Modulation my room listening to Bill Haley and the (AM). Frequency Modulation (FM), Comets “Rock Around the Clock” and although invented before World War Chuck Berry “Roll Over Beethoven” on II, took a long time to take hold even the Don Dillard show on his father’s though it was superior in clarity and station WDON (1540 in Wheaton) and lack of static. It would finally take off Hoppy Adams on WANN (1190 in when the FCC mandated that all radios Annapolis). include both bands. My father and his business partners The first FM station in Southern owned a racehorse stabled in Charles Maryland was WSMD. It went on the air Town, W.V. We used to go up on week- in Feb. 1965. Its tower was located on ends to hang around the track and see Berry Road in Waldorf and it had rela- him run. tively low power (1.75 KW at 245feet). It The station was so small that the As- I remember it like it was yesterday. was started by John Rule Dorsey, broth- sociated Press wire machine was in the It was May 29, 1962. The town was all er of the late Walter Dorsey, who was bathroom. abuzz. Everyone was talking about the state senator and state’s attorney. Southern Maryland’s radio station in- new radio station (WXVA, 1550) in Jim Simpson, who owned a beer ventory filled out in the 80’s and 90’s. town. This small town on the other side Dick Myers in his WKIK days distributorship in Charles County and Calvert County native Roy Robert- of the mountain had finally gotten its for us,” and remembers how the com- would later go on to be county commis- son and businessman Don Smolinski own radio station. The town had grown munity was pleased that a town resi- sioner and state senator, remembers his formed SOMAR Communications and up. dent, Bill Redd, was announcing on the friend as being quite a salesman, carry- built an FM station on 98.3 on Route 5 What impressed me was how impor- station. ing things in his car to sell. in Mechanicsville, with the original call tant that occasion was and what a dif- The new station was started by four “He was a pioneer,” Simpson ob- letters WQMR, now WSMD and called ference a radio station could make to men who had worked at WNNT (690) in served, because he started an FM sta- Star 98.3 with an adult contemporary a community. I decided then and there Warsaw, VA across the Potomac River in tion before they had reached the popu- format. that I somehow wanted to be a part of the Northern Neck. The station boomed larity they have today. After a long battle in the FCC, the that. And I did. across the river. They sent salespeople Dave and Kitty Sampson, who had owner of WPTX at the time prevailed Radio celebrated what is generally over to sell and realized there was more started an AM station in La Plata on over the owners of WKIK in getting an considered to be its 100th birthday on business on the Maryland side than in 1560 in Oct. 1965, purchased WSMD FM license on 97.7. It went on the air Nov. 2. That was the day in 1920 that Virginia. Their engineer Larry Bittner from Dorsey and combined the opera- on Dec. 16, 1976 as WMDM. It was KDKA in Pittsburg, PA was put on the put it on the air and would later become tions. Kitty had been a Baltimore ra- first a rock station, then country, clas- air by Westinghouse to broadcast the the sole owner. dio personality and Dave was an ac- sic rock, and now classic hits. SOMAR election returns and to sell radios. From George Clark, who would later go tor, whose claim to fame was a role in purchased WPTX and WMDM in 2001. that date on, radio was up and running on to own part of the station with this a John Waters movie as a porn movie SOMAR also purchased and put on as a popular medium. And KDKA is reporter, had a similar experience on theater owner. the air in Dec. 1994 an FM station on still broadcasting on 1120. the first day. He was sitting around the The Sampsons ran WSMD as strictly 102.9, licensed to California which now Ajitr Pai, chairman of radio’s regula- kitchen table with his family at their a local Charles County radio station has the WKIK call letters that started it tor the Federal Communications Com- home Clark’s Rest, on land that is now with local news. all in Southern Maryland. mission (FCC) grew up listening to AM Clark’s Run subdivision. His father Calvert County would get its first ra- WKIK AM on 1370, that first station, radio in the small town of Parson, KS. owned Leonardtown Dairy and he too dio station in Aug. 1971 when WESM went through several owners before go- On the occasion of the anniversary, he had contracted to advertise, in his case (We Entertain Southern Maryland) ing off the air and having its license said, “Radio has given us a way to come chocolate milk. He figured a lot of peo- went on the air on 92.7 with easy lis- turned in in the early 1990s, the victim together in times of strife and times of ple would be listening that first day. tening music. The station had a good of fading AM listenership. triumph.” The station played a combination of signal in St. Mary’s County. Accord- WSMD was sold by the Sampsons One-hundred years after that 1920 live and recorded music, mostly coun- ing to a history of the station by Marty to Frank Mathos who ran it as WXTR election I heard of the outcome of the try, with some rock. The studios were Madden, who worked there after mov- with an interesting format that included 2020 election listening to radio. in a block building identical to the one ing from a small AM station in Thur- an instrumental and vocal version of the In between, on Jan. 7, 1953, Ernie in Warsaw, on a dirt lane behind what is mont, MD: “Toward the middle of the same song. The station, which had by Bell’s father told the grade schooler now the State Highway Administration decade a couple from Philadelphia, Mel then increased its power, was sold and to get in the car, they were going for salt dome on Route 5. and Ada Gollub, purchased the station in recent years has been programed to a ride. He too remembers it like it was It would not be too much longer be- for a modest sum. The Gollubs changed the DC area. yesterday. His father and uncle owned fore it had competition. The second ra- the call letters to WMJS – the latter let- The same fate befell WMJS, which Bell Motor Company in Leonardtown dio station, WPTX went on the air on ters representing their children – Mark, was sold by the Gollubs for $5.4 million and they had contracted to purchase a April 26, 1953, broadcasting from the Judy and Susan.” in 1999 to a Spanish broadcaster who commercial on the first day of Southern second floor of Raley’s Sales Center on Madden, who currently is a reporter then sold it to Redskins owner Dan Sny- Maryland’s first radio station, WKIK. Great Mills Road, in Lexington Park. It for Southern Maryland News, noted der as one of his three spirts stations. “We turned the dial to 1370,” he re- would later move around the corner to “WMJS had its format changed about Snyder recently sold to Radio One, membered. All they could hear was the front of a hotel and next to a movie as frequently as cars have their oil which is duplicating programing of ur- static. “It hadn’t come on yet.” They theater on the commercial strip where changed.” ban adult contemporary WMMJ. The continued to drive around until magi- the post office now stands. It was origi- The Gollubs were deeply immersed tower was moved from Thunder Hill cally sound came out of that 1370 fre- nally on 1570. Both stations were 1,000- in the Calvert County community and to Sunderland and is now being moved quency and radio was born in Southern watt daytime stations, signing off at held court at their tiny office near the closer to Waldorf. Maryland. sunset. WPTX would later change fre- fairgrounds, greeting visitors. Madden The WMJS call letters remain. The “It was very exciting. We had a radio quencies to a better 920 at a lower pow- reports that in 1986 a taller tower was FCC a decade ago created a new class station,” said Bell, who later would go er, 500 watts. Both stations had many erected at their studio. The station an- of stations, low power, and one was on to become an attorney and a member listeners in Calvert County. nounced they were broadcasting “From created on 102.1 in Prince Frederick, of the Maryland House of Delegates. This was a time of significant change High Atop Thunder Hill,” which wasn’t operating in the basement of Trinity Long-time Leonardtown resident in radio, with soap operas and come- much more than a knoll. Episcopal Church. It can be heard from Kennedy Abell said, “It was a big thing Huntingtown to St. Leonard along the Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Feature 17 Radio in Southern Maryland The Voices of Southern Maryland Radio 2/4 corridor. Madden does a Saturday morning show there. One other station, not too well known, is a 50,000-watt AM on 1030 licensed to Indian Head with towers in Bryantown. It has gone through a suc- cession of ethnic programming (Chi- nese, Arabic and Spanish), all slanted towards DC. So, what remains of local radio are SOMAR’s five stations: WSMD, WKIK, WMDM, WPTX and WKIK- AM (the original WSMD in La Plata). As all mass media, radio has changed dramatically in recent years. Where before one owner could have an AM and FM in a market, now they can have multiple channels and large cor- porations have hundreds of stations. Heather and T-Bone But in spite of all the changes, the By Guy Leonard between each other that often exists between the air, they’ve developed a simple metric to industry touts the fact that more people Staff Writer radio broadcasters and journalists of all sorts. judge the efficacy of their show. still consume radio (although listening She’s the alkali to his acid and their witty “We worked at competing radio stations,” “The most common thing we hear is ‘You is mostly in the car it is also increasing banter, sometimes heated exchanges on the Heather said. “He was the enemy.” sound just like my husband and I or my wife through streaming and smart speakers) air, and willingness to engage Southern But Heather was also looking for other op- and I,’” Terry said. “That’s how we know than any other media and that includes Maryland listeners on the topics that are most portunities in radio and she soon got a new we’re doing it right. the internet. on their minds have led to the success story job working next to her nemesis. “We’re having the same conversation It is unfortunately harder and harder that is the T-Bone and Heather morning show “We started doing mornings [shows] to- (whether it’s funny or serious) that everyone to find local news reporting except on on local radio stations. gether,” Heather said. “I found out he was a else is having.” all-news stations. Coverage of county People love their humor and the fact that pretty good guy.” Their mornings begin early; they are in the commissioner and school board meet- they make the drudgery of their daily com- The broadcasters, now a couple, learned studio at about 4:30 a.m. for an hour or show ings is now relegated to community mutes more bearable has given Terry and of an opportunity for a morning show at the preparation and on at 5:30a.m. newspapers such as The County Times. Heather Soellner a place close to the hearts of radio stations owned by Roy Robertson and They’re on the air until 10 a.m. and then But what has marked radio in South- their fans. Don Smolinski, here in Southern Maryland begin more preparations for the coming day’s ern Maryland, more so than the chang- It wasn’t always so. and sent them a demo tape of their show. show. es, has been the people who have been Their path to Southern Maryland was a According to the duo, they were reluctant They have to be flexible and cognisant of on the air informing, entertaining, and long and arduous one that took them from to make such a drastic move but apparently their audience’s mood each day. keeping us company. They were pros the cold and often dark climes of Alaska to they impressed Robertson, who continually “A lot of it’s based on what’s important to like Eric Bromley, Gary McKay, Tom an audience that wasn’t ready to accept them pressed them to work for him. the callers,” Terry said. Grooms and PJ Chemsak (the first fe- - at first. “Change is always so difficult but Roy was Sometimes what’s going on in their own male announcer) on WKIK and Rocky Raised in the Alaskan wilderness with five persistent as he always is,” Heather said. lives is part of the conversation, either good Willis and Rockin’ Ray Norton on brothers, a sister and a mother - his father died So they packed up their belongings in a or bad. WPTX. when he was young - Terry lived in a small trailer pulled by a Chevy truck, plus their dog, “We can have bad days,” Heather said. “But Steve Richardson and Gary Beavin cabin eking out a living on a homestead that and set out on a five-day trek from Alaska, we don’t want to bring the audience down.” worked for both. When WPTX, then required constant work. through Canada and across the United States A significant amount of the banter between on St. Andrews Church Road, caught His mother and father had moved there for to Waldorf. them that audience members have come to fire due to a jammed AP wire machine, the promise of land before Alaska became a “It was Labor Day, 1996,” Heather said. “I enjoy comes from contention over almost any Beavin was waiting outside when state. remember it like it was yesterday.” particular point. Richardson arrived and asked him if He did a great deal of hunting and it wasn’t The audience they broadcast to then was Terry says a “white hot rage lives in the he had brought any marshmallows. for sport. not like the one today. center of his chest” and Heather says she tries Madden in his history reminds us “It was mostly subsistence hunting,” Terry “What we got was ‘You ain’t from around to calm him down. that Joe Lehan, the voice of the South- told The County Times. “If a moose wan- here, go back to Alaska,’” Terry said. “But we “We do all our arguing in the morning,” ern Maryland Blue Crabs and Dave dered by we’d shoot it and we didn’t have a wear people down. Terry said. “It’s better to get paid for it.” McGowan, the Camden Yards PA an- freezer so we put in on the roof to freeze.” “We’ve built an audience and it’s grown “I married my best friend,” said Heather. nouncer, worked at WMJS. Heather, whose father was a well driller in over 20-plus years.” “He makes me laugh and it’s usually some- Well-known local journalist Jack northeast Pennsylvania, had long been fasci- It was a much more forgiving climate far- thing stupid he said.” Kershaw started at WPTX and did nated with the idea of going to Alaska and, ther away from the North Pole. They have a high school-aged son - they news at the La Plata station. And his as a gift from her parents, she got a one-way “You can’t help but love the area and love call him “the boy” on air - who sometimes is wife Jackie was a pioneer talk show airplane ticket to go there for college at the the audience, too,” Heather said. the topic of discussion but they are careful to host on WKIK before she was killed in University of Alaska, Fairbanks. They’ve grown to love radio, too. keep his privacy intact. a car accident in 1971. “I was going to be a geologist but I de- “It’s a great medium,” Terry said. “It’s re- “He’s probably the one who’s sacrificed the Former county commissioners J.S. cided I didn’t like rocks,” Heather said. “So, I ally a forum where anybody can talk about most,” Heather said. “He’s missed birthdays... Guy and Chris Brugman and School switched my major to broadcast journalism.” what’s on their minds. he never complains.” Superintendent Marvin Joy did stints Terry’s journey to radio broadcasting “I like to hear what people are thinking.” The job demands sacrifice of time and ef- on local radio. The County Times was an unlikely one, owed to fortunate And, he added, the anonymity of radio fort, including plenty of weekends and extra General Manager Al Dailey managed happenstance. often gives people the impetus they need to hours at local events, but they take it in stride WPTX and our account executive Tim “I was taking a tour of a radio station (he voice opinions they otherwise might not. and enjoy their work. Flaherty worked at WMJS. was in his mid-20s at the time) and the sports “We don’t have any phone screeners,” Ter- “All we can do is the best job we can do,” So it is them and the many others guy didn’t show up,” Terry said, adding they ry said. Terry said. “The consumer decides and we who were companions for all of us asked him if he’d be willing to fill in. “It was Heather enjoys the give and take with call- couldn’t be more grateful; it’s a product we’re when we needed them and for those on just a station I listened to growing up. ers that fuels the talk radio show they do but happy to provide.” the air today, like T-Bone and Heather “I just wanted a t-shirt, I wasn’t looking for she also appreciates the vital role they play as The pair don’t take their audience for grant- (see separate story) who are helping us a career.” broadcasters in times of trouble, such as foul ed and try to earn their listenership every day. through the pandemic, it is you we sa- But a career he found. weather or breaking news stories. “We’re so grateful for them listening,” lute and say -- Happy 100th Birthday. “I got my foot in the door,” he said. “As long as the generator is running we’re Heather said. 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SummerThe College of Southern Dean’sMaryland Erica Abdelaziz, List Samantha Kestler, Patriarch with (CSM) has released its dean’s list for the Heather Little, Kelcee Oliver, Dennis 2020 summer sessions. Students who have Schnaubelt, and Joseph Soikowski earned 12 or more credits at CSM are eli- Leonardtown Scholarship gible to be considered for the dean’s list. Christopher Frankewicz, Erica Green- At the end of the fall, spring and summer field, Sarah Grumbine, Hannah Hanson, Helps HVAC Students with Tuition sessions, full- and part-time students who Elizabeth Krissoff, Alexander Landavazo, have completed at least six credits during Taylor Osvatics, Allison Ridgell, Chandra The family of Robert H. Bowes the semester and have earned a cumulative Snyder, Samantha Tercedo, Henry Vander- has renamed their company’s schol- grade point average of 3.5 or better will be borght and nKaitlin Wescott arship to include their father’s name. included in the dean’s list. Lexington Park The T.N. Bowes HVAC Scholarship St. Mary’s County Sophia Campbell, David Cannavo, in Memory of Robert H. Bowes will Avenue Rosyln Faulk, Aric Gebhardt, Jamie Gr- aid students enrolled in the Heat- Tineka Short umbine, Mykel Harris, Samantha Lon- ing, Ventilation and Air Condition- California gobardo, Savannah Manning, Joseph Mc- ing (HVAC) program at CSM. Debra Gilroy, Satoko Griffith, Crystal Ghee, Brandon Morgan, Renee Moss, Han- Originally established with the Rigdon-Velasco and Kelechi Webb nah Mumbert, Quinton Nasman, Megan CSM Foundation in 2013 to com- Callaway Peterson, Jade Russell and Kirsten Misner memorate the 25th Anniversary of Lindalu Simpkins Mechanicsville T.N. Bowes Heating and Air Condi- Chaptico Jessie Ack, Taylor Bell, Rose Bowling, tioning, the scholarship was set up Frederick Miller Joshua Copsey, Keith Decker, Devyn Gass, by the company’s owners Tommy Charlotte Hall Stephanie Hintze, Alyssa Murphy, Saman- and Joy Bowes. Renaming the fund Danielle Bowles, Ashley Latham, Lucius tha Pallo, Bradlie Quick, Jessica Rickett, this year honors Tommy’s father, Latham and Miranda Shipman Cody Russell, Kayla Saunders, Danielle who passed in 2018. Clements Schaefer, Bianca Wheeler, Darcy White The elder Bowes attended Little Kelly Quade and Sarah Quade and Breanna Windsor Flower School and graduated from Coltons Point Patuxent River Ryken High School in 1959. He at- Alice Pratt Melanie Deshields and Brianah Willis tended the United States Air Force Drayden Saint Inigoes Academy until 1961. He graduated Robert. H. Bowes Samantha Richards Dylan Bright from University of Maryland with while helping his wife, Patricia A. Great Mills Tall Timbers a Bachelor of Science in aeronauti- Bowes raise seven children,” shared Cassie Aud, Freddie Brewington, Tamair Cami Stemple cal engineering in 1964 and went on Joy Bowes. “He led by example and Dickerson, Courtney Gray, Cody Hance, Press Release from CSM to graduate from the U.S. Navy Test used his analytical skills in every- Hollywood Pilot School (USN TPS) in 1966. day life by problem solving and Bowes worked in the Flying making repairs on household items, Qualities and Performance Branch boat motors, car motors and more. of the Flight Test Division and was He taught his children how to take then transferred to TPS where he broken items apart, diagnose the taught from 1967-1978. Due to his issue, and re-assemble them once exemplary performance both aca- repaired.” demically and professionally, he It was Bob Bowes “hands-on” ap- was sent to Princeton University proach that guided his son Thomas Pet from where he earned a Master of N. Bowes to open his own Heating WEEK Science degree in Engineering in and Air Conditioning company by OF THE 1969. He retired as an aeronautical the age of 23 after receiving his engineer after 28 years of civil ser- technical training and working for MEET DOTTIE vice April 15, 1988. other companies for a few years. Of all God’s creatures, there is only Despite all of his education, mer- “He had fantastic family role one that cannot be made slave of the its and accolades, he is best known models with regards to work ethic leash. That one is the cat. in the Southern Maryland commu- and community caring and launched -Mark Twain nity as “Captain Bob,” the owner of his HVAC business on the date of a charter fishing business he started his father’s retirement in 1988,” Joy Hello, my name is Dottie. My loving buddies here at TCAS say I’m a in 1972. Over the years, Bowes used said of her husband. SWEET and AFFECTIONATE 4 year old girl who loves to watch the world his skills on the water for various To be eligible for assistance, the go by. I’m the PERFECT MIX between FRIENDLY and INDEPENDENT! passenger activities including un- student(s) must be a resident of derwater recreational and inspec- Southern Maryland; possess a high You see, I enjoy my alone time but I’m also happy to get a rub and tion diving, renovation of SMECO school diploma or its equivalent; scratch on my head! Plus, I’ve successfully lived with dogs and cats in power line towers, logistics support demonstrate financial need; and my previous home. So now I’m diligently looking for a LOVING QUIET and tidal studies for the U.S. Geo- be enrolled in the HVAC program HOME where I can spend my days with YOU napping in the sunshine! logical Survey Team and the Naval at CSM. Applicants are required Please email [email protected] to schedule an Research Laboratory and salvage to also submit an essay explaining appointment to come meet me ASAP! BE MY MIRACLE AND PLEASE operations. He also used his boat their financial need and how this CHOOSE ME! When you choose to adopt from TCAS, you are literally to give back to his community by scholarship will help them achieve saving a life. providing fishing trips and boat their career goals. In addition, the rides for the children at the Muscu- scholarship recipient must write a And remember, if there is room in the heart, there is room in the house. lar Dystrophy camp at Camp Maria, thank you note explaining the im- rides for the elderly and homeless portance of this scholarship toward with So Others Might Eat (SOME), their career goals. To see more of my amazing friends also and 43 years of carrying passengers For more information on how to available for adoption, “like” us on Facebook to the St. Clements Island Blessing apply for this scholarship, donate to @ Tri-County Animal Shelter Southern MD of the Fleet in support of the 7th this scholarship or create your own or view us on our website at https://www. District Optimist Club. scholarship, visit CSM Founda- charlescountymd.gov/services/animal-care- “He performed all of these pro- tion’s web page. control/tri-county-animal-shelter fessional and community missions Press Release from CSM. 20 Education The County Times Thursday, November 12, 2020 Scholarship to Help Truck Driving Program A new scholarship set to honor “He loved his community,” Annie Commercial Truck driving pro- the memory of James “Jay” Har- Hills shared. “Jay always gave of gram at https://www.csmd.edu/ old Hills will provide financial himself. Everyone loved Jay Hills, programs-courses/non-credit/ assistance to students enrolled in I know I did, more than life. He career-development/transportation/ the Commercial Truck Driving always did the right thing, stayed The James ‘Jay’ Harold Hills Me- Training program at the College humble and everything was done morial Scholarship will provide of Southern Maryland. The an- the best way possible and no cutting financial assistance for tuition, nual fund was established by Hills’ corners. If you can take away any- fees, books and other related sup- wife, Annie. thing from his story, just know Jay plies for students registered in the Hills passed away in 2019 after was a hero to many – a love of his Commercial Truck Driver Training working in the excavating industry wife, family and friends and truly program at CSM. To be eligible, for more than 30 years as part of his dedicated to his trade and making the student(s) must be a resident of dad’s family business, Larry Hills his father proud.” Southern Maryland; possess a high and Sons. Together with his brother CSM is among the few schools in school diploma or its equivalent; – the Hills have operated a promi- the country that have been able to demonstrate financial need; and be nent, successful business that has earn certification by the Profession- enrolled in the Commercial Truck served the tri-county area for more al Truck Driver Institute (PTDI) for Driver Training program at CSM. than 50 years. its Class A Commercial Driver’s Li- The applicants are also required to “Jay took over running the busi- cense training. PTDI is a national, submit an essay explaining their ness when his father retired,” ex- nonprofit organization sponsored financial need and how this schol- plained Annie Hills. “His love for by the nation’s trucking industry to arship will help them achieve their playing in the dirt and driving huge advance truck driving proficiency, career goals. In addition, the schol- equipment mesmerized those of us safety and professional standards arship recipient must write a thank who knew nothing about it. I would among drivers which, in turn, will you note explaining the importance always say he used excavators like I foster benefits for all stakeholders, of this scholarship toward their ca- A new scholarship will honor the memory of use a blender in the kitchen. He was James “Jay” Harold Hills and help students in including motor carriers, insurers, reer goals. truly amazing.” CSM’s commercial truck driving program. training schools, government bod- For more information on how to According to his wife, Hills was ies at all levels, funding organiza- apply for this scholarship, donate well-known in Southern Maryland always open to learning new ideas tions and the American public. The to this scholarship or create your for his calm demeanor, attention or suggestions from customers.” He industry’s annual demand for new own scholarship, visit CSM Foun- to detail, hard work and honesty, was also a volunteer at the Second drivers hovers around the 80,000 dation’s web page. “which made him be the best he District Volunteer Fire Department mark. Press Release from CSM could be and always humble and for 25 years as a driver and fireman. Learn more about CSM’s

Library Closed for Thanksgiving The three St. Mary’s County Library lo- In Relentless Pursuit of an Edu- cations will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, cation - Book Discussion Join us virtually on Tuesday, November 17 November 25 and remain closed Thursday, from 7 – 9 p.m. to hear from speakers who are November 26 and Friday, November 27 in ob- for all children 10 & under attending the story- featured in the book ‘In Relentless Pursuit of Outdoor Storytime at Patuxent servance of Thanksgiving. All locations will be time, and offered at a reduced price of $3 to an Education’! Register on www.stmalib.org River Naval Air Museum open on Saturday, November 28. Join the St. Mary’s County Library out- all adults. Masks are encouraged during the and checkout a copy of the book from the Li- doors at the Patuxent River Naval Air Museum outdoor storytime, and required to enter the brary. For American Education Week, we are Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, (22156 Three Notch Road Lexington Park, MD museum buildings. discussing the local history book In Relentless and You, by Jason Reynolds – Book 20653) on Saturday, November 21 from 10:30 Pursuit of an Education. In their own words, Discussion – 11 a.m. for a outdoor storytime! Check the Common Thread residents of St. Mary's County, Maryland, tell Join other teens online on Monday, Novem- weather before you come! Stories, rhymes, Common Thread will be held on Tuesday, of the separate and unequal black schools that ber 16 from 4 – 5 p.m. to discuss this critical songs, and activities for children with their adult November 24 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Join fel- existed until the county complied with Brown and pivotal work by one of the top authors in caregivers. Siblings welcome; no registration low crafters who love all things fiber - virtually! v. Board of Education in 1967. This discussion YA literature today. Register early on www.st- required. This activity will take place outdoors Registration is required (with an email address) will feature students whose experiences are in malib.org to reserve a Library copy of the book on the Flight Line, which is a paved area. Par- on www.stmalib.org. You'll receive an email the book and guest speakers from the Unified to read in advance. As part of the Community ticipants should bring blankets or chairs for with a link to join the Zoom meeting before the Committee for Afro-American Contributions Conversations on Race series, teen librarian comfort, and follow social distancing practices program. Open to knitters, crocheters, quilters, who will be talking about their experience in- Miss Elizabeth and Spring Ridge Middle School during the event. This outdoor event is weath- embroiderers, cross-stitchers, and any other terviewing former students of segregated media specialist Priscilla Dyson will facilitate a er-dependent; in case of bad weather it will be kind of needleworkers. Work on your current schools. We will also hear how students today conversation on Jason Reynolds' adaptation of cancelled. If in doubt, please check with the project and chat with like-minded makers. All are working to improve equity in their schools. the adult work Stamped from the Beginning by library or museum to confirm that the event is skill levels welcome. Ibram X. Kendi. still on. The museum entry fee will be waived Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Letters to the Editor 21

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She also coached five individuals SPORTS REAFFIRMED and Field for the Seahawks. Potter will and three relay teams to qualifying per- By Ronald N. Guy Jr. doubt about your accomplish- lead the already established St. Mary's formances for the New England Regional Contributing Writer ments and permanently tarnishes College cross country teams and the Se- Championships during the Indoor Track The idea was simple: sports of- your reputation. ahawks newest varsity sport, track and & Field season. fered a continuous scroll of life Likewise, PED use cost baseball field. Additionally, Potter was selected as a lessons so vast and rich that it an era of great players. MLB was "Coach Potter from the beginning of part of the USTFCCCA's Female Coach- could, with adequate storytelling, conspicuously disengaged while the process, emerged as a top candidate ing Mentorship Program (FCMP) for the support a regular column. With players were seduced by the fame through her ability to not only coach and 2020-21 academic year. The FCMP is that, “A View from the Bleach- and fortune of juicy, drug-aided recruit young men and women student- designed to increase the representation, ers” was born. In the years since, performance. Now Barry Bonds, athletes, but also develop them into lead- depth of knowledge and advancement of athletes, coaches and teams, from Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa and ers in the sport and community," said Di- female coaches in the field of cross coun- various levels of athletics, have Roger Clemens roam outside of rector of Athletics and Recreation, Crystal try and track & field coaching at every taken turns at the lectern. The au- the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, Gibson. "She has proved her ability to level, as well as create accessibility within dience is us – the writer and the branded forever with the scarlet recruit top-level student-athletes, athleti- the industry. readers. We consume initially “S” for steroids. And MLB, for cally and academically - developing them Before arriving at Emmanuel, Potter as fans of competition and with its lack of oversight and courage into highly competitive athletes and lead- served as an Assistant Coach at the Uni- a keen eye on the ultimate judge to guard the integrity of the sport, ers. Reava is an outstanding fit for the St. versity of Alabama at Birmingham for and jury – the scoreboard. But is left with a soiled record book. Mary's College of Maryland community four seasons where she specialized in beyond that final accounting is Roger Maris and Hank Aaron and I am confident she will bring a high coaching the multi-event, jumping and a transcendent meaning. In the deserved better. We all deserved level of success in building these pro- throwing athletes. While at the UAB, competition we see ourselves – as better. grams for top level competition." she coached three student-athletes to All- we are or want to be - and glimpse With all due respect to The Great Potter joins the Seahawks after serving Conference accolades in the NCAA Divi- the world - as it is, as it could be Courses, sports’ greatest course as the Head Cross Country and Indoor/ sion I Conference USA. or as it should be. The experience has been a near century-long Outdoor Track and Field Coach at Em- Prior to the University of Alabama at can inspire a flood of conscience, seminar on race. Jackie Robinson, manuel College (Boston, Massachusetts) Birmingham, Potter served as an Assistant hope, frustration or motivation – Bobby Mitchell, Serena and Ve- for two seasons. Along with her head Coach at Bethune-Cookman University but always reflective thought that nus Williams, Arthur Ashe, Doug coaching duties, Potter worked in partner- for the 2013-14 season. There she coached leaves residual wisdom on the hu- Williams and Colin Kaepernick ship with Bon Appetit and the company's a total of 17 All-Conference student-ath- man existence. all reminded us that a ball doesn’t regional nutrition staff as Emmanuel's Fit- letes including five conference champi- My faith in this belief and in know or give a darn if it is hit or ness and Nutrition Advisor, and developed ons in the NCAA Division I Mid-Eastern one of the great teachers of my hurled by an African American or nutritional plans for students that aligned Athletic Conference (MEAC), leading life – sports, has wavered recently. a white athlete. Their courage and with their individual training regimen, the Wildcats to the program's first-ever I never doubted that lessons were accomplishments thumbed a nose personal health goals, or sport. She also MEAC Men's Conference Championship. still being taught. But was anyone at stereotypes, wagged a shame- created new fitness programs that were Three student-athletes at Bethune-Cook- – or enough of us – still paying ful finger at racism and made us open to the entire Emmanuel community. man were named USTFCCCA (United attention? think deeper about the world and "I would like to thank Director of Ath- States Track & Field and Cross Country When I think back over the ourselves. letics, Crystal Gibson and the committee Coaches Association) All-Americans un- years, mine and those of history, The lasting lessons of these and for electing me for this position," stated der Potter's guidance. many lectures stand out. In 1984, other sports stories remain strong Potter. "I am very excited about the oppor- Potter spent the 2012-13 season as Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, at and relevant. Treat people right. tunity to take over the cross country teams an Assistant Coach at Shaw University, the height of their powers, were Be unselfish. Sacrifice. Work and start a new track and field program. I her first stop after seven years at Temple growing basketball into a national hard. Do things the right way. Be would also like to thank Athletic Director University where she competed as an un- behemoth. Meanwhile, a Chicago courageous and steadfast. Dream Brendan McWilliams and Andy Yosinoff dergraduate before serving on staff as a Bulls rookie and one-time cut big. Take responsibility for your for giving me an opportunity to become Graduate Assistant. While on staff, she from his high school basketball actions. Don’t point fingers or de- a head coach at Emmanuel College. I am helped coach her alma-mater to an Atlan- team – Michael Jordan – was pre- flect blame. Be a person of hones- excited to see what I can accomplish at St. tic-10 Conference Championship during paring to inherit Bird and Magic’s ty, integrity and humility. Lead by Mary's College of Maryland!" the 2009-10 campaign. crown and take the game global. example. Extend a hand to fellow In her two seasons at Emmanuel, Pot- As a student-athlete at Temple, Potter He eventually handed the throne competitors, not a fist. Win and ter coached the women's cross country was a four-year member of the Owls Track to a baby who was born in Ak- lose with grace. Respect the game, squad to the 2018 GNAC Championship & Field squad serving as a team captain ron, Ohio – LeBron James. For acknowledge it is bigger than any and the women's indoor track & field team during her senior campaign in 2009. She nearly 40 years, these four icons individual and work to leave it a to the inaugural GNAC Championship in qualified for the Atlantic-10 Conference have been dropping knowledge on little better than you found it. 2020. She coached a total of eight GNAC Championship in the heptathlon, triple unselfish play, grace in the public This is what I have learned from All-Conference runners in cross country jump, pentathlon and relays all four sea- eye and an insatiable competitive sports. For a few years there, I while the entire squad was recognized by sons and was awarded the Spirit and determination. wondered if the lessons had grown the USTFCCCA in both 2018 and 2019, Sportsmanship Awards during her time at My mind then turns to football antiquated and lost the crowd. Last earning the National Team Academic Temple, where she also served as a mem- and the New England region. The week, America reaffirmed itself Award for both the men and women. Pot- ber of the NCAA Student Athlete Advi- Patriots have taught much over and the education its sports have ter was named the 2020 GNAC Indoor sory Committee (SAAC) from 2007-09. the years – hard work, dedication, offered. So now, we turn the page Track & Field Women's Coach of the Year Potter graduated from Temple Univer- team above individual and a laser and life moves on. But we’ll con- following the Championship campaign. sity in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in focus on doing your job within a tinue to file into a classroom for Under Potter's leadership, a total of 11 Kinesiology before completing a Master broader initiative. Ah, but there’s courses that never end. Meet me Emmanuel school records were broken of Science in Exercise and Sport Psychol- a dark side too. When you don’t back here often to compare notes. with five in the indoor track & field season ogy at Temple in 2012. She holds a US- follow the rules – Deflategate and Send comments to Ronald- (women's pentathlon, women's triple jump, ATF Level One Certification and is also Spygate – it violates trust, creates [email protected] men's pole vault, men's triple jump, men's USTFCCCA Certified in Jumps, Throws shot put), five in the outdoor track & field and Strength and Conditioning. season (women's 400m hurdles, women's Press Release from SMCM. 3,000m, women's steeplechase, women's Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Calendar 23 St. Mary's Community To submit your event listing to go in our Community Calendar, please email [email protected] with the listingCalendar details by 12 p.m. on the Monday prior to our Thursday publication. ber, or friend. The support group Leonardtown High School 12:00 p.m. Friday, November 13 meets weekly. You are welcome to Tuesday, October 27, 2020 21580 Peabody Street, Leonardtown begin attending at any point. You’ll 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. For assistance or accommodations, Drive Thru Dinner find it to be a warm, caring environ- Chopticon High School call ahead to (301) 475-4330 Hollywood Fire Dept.; 4 pm. - 7 ment and will come to see your group Wednesday, October 28, 2020 SMCHD COVID-19 Testing: p.m. or until sold out as an “oasis” on your long journey 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Walk up for testing, parking is Dinner includes: Steamed Shrimp, through grief. For more informa- Spring Ridge Middle School available French Fries, Hush Puppies, Coleslaw tion call the church office and leave a Thursday, October 29, 2020 Appointment-free and a Brownie. Cost is $18.00. Cash message 301-645-0660 or email us at 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. No doctor’s order needed or Check, ATM on site. Call Elaine [email protected]. SMCHD is also partnering with Free of Charge (no out-of-pocket Quade at 301-373-2695 to place your MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital for ad- cost, co-payment, co-insurance, etc.) order. Wednesday, November 18 ditional drive-thru flu vaccine clinics Bring health insurance informa- for both children and adults as out- tion and identification, if possible – lined below: Uninsured community members are Beth Israel Synagogue Shabbat Wayback Wednesdays Medstar St. Mary’s Hospital welcome Services Online We hope you're loving our weekly Outpatient Pavilion in Leonard- 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. video series showing some of the sto- town: Saturday, October 17, 2020 Shabbat evening services are be- ries that make St. Mary’s County’s Upcoming East Run Center in Lexington Park: ing held online due to COVID19. history so unique and interesting. Friday, October 23, 2020 Beginning July 17, 2020, Beth Israel We thought this would be a fun way CSM Winter Session 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Synagogue will hold online services to bring our closed museums to you Registration for the College of Children ages 3 – 18 are free (fund- EVERY FRIDAY at 7 PM. Check while we all keep our social distance. Southern Maryland (CSM) Winter ed through SMCHD) our website calendar (bethisraelmd. Join us every week for short videos Session opens Monday, Oct. 19, 2020 Adults over the age of 18 are re- weebly.com/calendar.html) for event featuring everything from the quirky offering students the opportunity to quested to provide a $10 donation details. to the fascinating - tune in! We have take a full course in four weeks. The Participants receiving vaccine are several episodes in the playlist! Face- Winter Session begins Dec. 21, 2020. asked to please: Saturday, November 14 book.com/SCIMuseum It is an opportunity for students to get Follow directional signage ahead or explore an area of interest, Stay in your vehicle – Clinic staff catch up on general education cours- Drive Thru Dinner Ongoing will come to you es, take care of prerequisites and/ Mt. Zion United Methodist Church; Wear a cloth face covering or mask or earn credits for transfer. CSM’s 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. or until sold out Health Department Drive-Thru when interacting with clinic staff tuition/fee freeze remains in effect. Platter includes ¼ lb of sliced pork Flu Vaccine Clinics Advanced registration is required During the Winter Session, IT Help, BBQ sandwich, baked beans, cole- The St. Mary’s County Health at www.marylandvax.org. Online Learning (myLearning), 24/7 slaw, a snack cake for $12. Limited Department (SMCHD) is partner- online tutoring and library services outdoor seating available. Also avail- ing with St. Mary's County Public COVID-19 Appointment-Free will be available with the exception able separately will be a girl scout Schools to offer free drive-thru flu Testing of being closed Dec. 24, 25 and 31, bake sale table and cold drinks (soda vaccine clinics for children (ages Lexington Park Office: and Jan. 1, 2021. Visit online to view and bottled water) by our church 3 – 18 years) at the locations listed Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 available classes by course number youth group. More information at below. Children must be residents a.m. – 7:00 p.m. or do an advanced search and select www.mtzionmech.org. of St. Mary’s County though they do Monday, Wednesday, and Friday "2021 Winter Session" to view Win- not need to be enrolled in the public from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ter Session course options. Please Tuesday, November 17 school system. Advance registration 46035 Signature Lane, Lexington contact a CSM academic advisor for is required at www.marylandvax.org Park (co-located with U-Haul Mov- help with the registration process at in order to ensure adequate vaccine ing & Storage) Grief Support Group https://www.csmd.edu/student-ser- supply: For assistance or accommodations, Calvary Chapel; 7 p.m. vices/advising/academic-advising/ Great Mills High School call ahead to (301) 862-1680 Help and encouragement after the contact-info-and-hours/. death of a spouse, child, family mem- Monday, October 26, 2020 Leonardtown Office: 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. –

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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 [email protected] after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition. In Remembrance Henry Thomas Waring Tom had earned four stars. his children – Kay, Jim, Betty, passionate about the Marine Corps, Tom Waring made his living in Nancy, Nick, David, and Emily, serving her country, and doing her the real estate business and, to him, and seventeen grandchildren and part to help the war effort. Kitty was discrimination was intolerable. One fourteen great grandchildren stationed at various USMC bases, in- day in the mid-1950s an African All arrangements are private. cluding San Diego, CA; El Toro, CA; American serviceman inquired Memorial Contributions in Tom Oahu, HI; Cherry Point, NC; and the about housing for his family at a Waring’s honor may be made to USMC Recruiting Station in Chi- trailer park he ran. Against the St. Mary’s College of Maryland cago, IL. During her service she re- advice of his manager, he rented to Foundation, 18952 E. Fisher Road, St. ceived the Good Conduct Medal and the serviceman, thus ushering in Mary’s City, Maryland 20686 memo National Defense Service Medal. On integration a decade before it became – the H. Thomas Waring Scholarship August 15, 1952 she was Honorably law. Fund or the Leonardtown Volunteer Discharged as a staff sergeant with Anyone who has ever enjoyed Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 299, over five dedicated years of service. anything at Breton Bay has Tom Leonardtown, Maryland 20650. She then joined Civil Service, even- Waring to thank. Around 1960, he Condolences to the family may be tually retiring with over 20 years in started subdividing the land, selling made to www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. accounting. lots, and over the years he built many Arrangements by the Brinsfield She met her husband, Charles homes there. In the early 1970s the Funeral Home, P.A. Franklin Burkhart, “Chuck”, while golf course was added. stationed in Hawaii, and they were On November 7, 2020 Henry In 1991 Tom was asked to serve on Catherine Hayden married on April 17, 1955 and en- Thomas Waring passed away at his the Board of Trustees at St. Mary’s joyed 34 wonderful years together. home. The son of Ethel and James College of Maryland, a position Burkhart “Kitty,” After her honorable discharge from Waring, Tom was born on September he held until 2005. A graduate the USMC she was able to join Chuck 8, 1922 in Winnetka, Illinois. When of Margaret Brent High School, wherever his duty station took him. his older brother, Jimmy, died in Tom understood the importance of They travelled throughout the US 1932, the family returned to South- education and, in 2010, established the and several foreign countries. ampton, the ancestral Waring home, H. Thomas Waring Scholarship Fund Kitty believed in the 3 “F’s” – in Chaptico. to help students who experienced Faith, Family and Friends. She was After the attack on Pearl Harbor, financial and/or academic difficulty. active in the various churches she Tom enlisted in the Navy and served At the 2013 Commencement attended throughout her military on the USS Massachusetts and the Exercises, St. Mary’s College of travels. She was a kind and loving USS Trenton in the Pacific theater Maryland conferred an Honorary daughter, wife, sister and aunt. She where he was a clarinetist with the Degree on him. had a huge heart and brought much band. Before his discharge in 1946, Tom Waring is survived by joy and many blessings to others. Kitty is survived by her 8 nieces and nephews: Larry Russell (Joan); Laverne Schaefer; Dr. Glenda Rus- sell; Leonard Cecil Russell III (Di- ane); Michael Russell (Lois); Chris Catherine Hayden Burkhart “Kit- Hayden (Santina); Brian Hayden ty,” 95, of Hollywood, MD, passed (Joy); and Barbara Hoy (Rick). She away peacefully at the Charlotte is preceded in death by her parents; Hall Veterans Home on Friday, No- her husband; a sister, Mary Agnes vember 7, 2020, with her niece at her Russell; a brother, Joseph Thom- side. She was born on July 24, 1925 as Hayden, Jr.; and a niece, Susan in Hollywood, MD to the late Joseph McGuigon. All services are private. Thomas Hayden, Sr. and Ann Lucille Serving as pallbearers will be Lar- Norris Hayden. She graduated from Great Mills ry Russell, Michael Russell, Brian High School and then attended Hayden and Bill Schaefer. Donations in memory of Kitty may Strayer University. On September be made to the St. John’s School En- 13, 1950, when World War II broke dowment Fund. Checks may be made out, she enlisted in the United States to the “Community Foundation of Marine Corps (USMC). She was Francis Xavier Lacey Sr. An Independent Family-Owned Funeral Home 02-27-40 11-08-2019 Serving Southern Maryland for over 100 Years Michael K. Gardiner, C.F.S.P., C.P.C. Dad Funeral Director/President What we’d give if we could say hello. Dad in the same old way to hear your voice, see your smile, to sit with you and chat a while...So you who have your Father cher- Providing trusted service to the community for over 100 Years ish him with care, for you’ll never know the heart ache til you see his vacant chair. 41590 Fenwick Street • P.O. Box 270 • Leonardtown, Maryland 20650 www.mgfh.com It’s hard to believe it has been a year. We (301)-475-8500 miss you more and more each day. Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times 25

Southern Maryland”, 43900 St. Nancy Beth (Williams) Richards, Ira Richard Nichols and Ollie Mae Condolences to the family can be John’s Road, Hollywood, MD 20636. passed away peacefully at her home (Wimmer) Nichols. made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com On the memo line, please write “SJS on November 7, 2020, in Mechanics- Wesley, affectionately called Sam- All arrangements have been made (of Hollywood, MD) Endowment ville, Maryland at the age of 87. son, met the love of his life, Marian at Brinsfield Funeral Home & Cre- Fund”. Or donations may be made to Nancy is survived by her sons, L. Owens and knew he had to make matory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, MD the American Heart Association, 300 James Richards (Joyce) of Heaths- her his forever. They married on July 20622. 5th. Avenue, Suite 6, Waltham, MA ville, VA, Steven Richards (Kim) 16, 1949 and celebrated over seven- 02451. of Brandywine, MD, David Rich- ty-one (71) years of marital bliss. Dorothy Norris Kemper Condolences to the family may be ards (Cathy) of Brandywine, MD Their love was inspiring and grew made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. and daughter, Betsy Richards Cu- with each passing year. Their endur- Wall Arrangements by the Brinsfield sic (Rick) of Mechanicsville, MD. ing union welcomed eight (8) chil- Funeral Home, P.A. “Nan” is survived by 7 grandchil- dren, Kathy, Diane, Patricia, Carol, dren; Zachary Richards (Jennifer), Tammy, Shelia, Wesley and Ronald. Squadron Leader Andrew Nicole Fluhart (Danny), David Rich- A hard-working man, Samson sup- ards, Raleigh Richards (Constance), ported his family as a heavy equip- Ian Bull Rhett Richards, Will Cusic (Erin), ment operator at Driggs Construc- and Matt Cusic. “Nan” also has six tion Company until his retirement great grandchildren. She is preceded in 2001, this was after over sixty in death by husband; Ralph (Skip) (60) years of dedicated service. He Richards, parents; Chester and Mar- never felt like he was going to work, garet Williams, brothers; Chester more that he was allowed to “play” Williams and Donald Williams, and with the grown-up version of Tonka grandson; Travis Richards. trucks. Nancy was born on March 11, Samson was a kind and generous 1933 in Hopewell, VA to Chester and man. The type of man to give you the Margaret Williams. She graduated shirt off his back, but also willing from Gwynn Park High School in to show you the way to take care of 1950. Nancy married Ralph Richards yourself. He lived a simple life with Dorothy Norris Kemper Wall, 79, (Skip) in 1955. his beloved wife and treasured mo- of Bel Air, MD (Formerly of Leon- Nancy will be remembered as a ments surrounded by his children, ardtown, MD) passed away peace- loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren fully on November 5, 2020 at Hart and he was enamored with his nine grandmother, great grandmother, Heritage Estates Assisted Living in aunt, and friend. She was an avid (9) great-great grandchildren. Street, MD. gardener, voracious reader, and an Whether you know him as Wesley, She was born on December 24, amazing cook. She enjoyed discuss- Samson, Dad, Brother, Grandfather, Squadron Leader Andrew Ian Bull 1940 in Washington D.C. to the late ing current events, history, genealo- Great-grandfather, or friend, you Enoch A. Norris and Sadie E. Zidek passed away at Walter Reed Military gy, and politics. Above all else, Nan- knew a wonderful and caring man. Hospital on the 1st of November 2020 Norris. cy loved time spent with her family. He will leave behind a legacy of As well as being very involved aged 42. His wife Abi was by his side rivate service is planned. A p strength, love and happiness. in Girl Scouts as a troop leader for with their children, Ava and Alex. In lieu of flowers, donations may Wesley is survived by his beloved many years, Dorothy loved visiting Andrew is survived by his parents be made to the Mechanicsville Vol- wife, Marian L. Nichols of Charlotte the beach and the mountains. She Melvyn and Marjorie, along with his unteer Fire Department/Rescue Hall, MD; his children, Kathy M. also enjoyed the art of cake decorat- brother Christopher and sister Sarah. Squad or Hospice of St. Mary’s Haag (Kenneth) of Titusville, FL, ing, and loved baking. At a future date there will be a County. Diane Nelson of Ripley, MD, Pa- separate ceremony in the UK when On April 20, 1960 she married Condolences to the family may be tricia Harrington (Lance) of Indian Lawrence E. Kemper at St. Michael’s Andy’s ashes return home with his made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com ead, MD, Carol Bailey (Teddy) of H Catholic Church in Ridge, MD. To- family. All arrangements were made at Charlotte Hall, MD, Tammy Payne gether they celebrated 12 years In lieu of flowers, donations are Brinsfield Funeral Home & Crema- of LaPlata, MD, Shelia Shadle (Kev- of marriage before his passing in invited to Bowel Cancer UK and to- tory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, MD 20622. in) of Waldorf, MD, Wesley L. Nich- wards a Sqn Ldr Andrew Bull Memo- 1972. On July 15, 1978, she married ols, Jr. (Debbie) of VA, and Ronald Charles M. Wall in Lexington Park, rial Trophy at the link below. https:// Wesley Lindy Nichols . Nichols of Charlotte Hall, MD; D MD. Together they celebrated over paypal.me/pools/c/8u9A3VPaN7 thirteen (13) grandchildren; nineteen 28 years of marriage before his pass- Condolences to the family may be (19) great-grandchildren and nine ing in 2007. She was employed for made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. (9) great-great grandchildren. He is many years by Bendix Field Engi- Arrangements by the Brinsfield also survived by his siblings, Lena Funeral Home, P.A. neering and Honeywell. Prior to that Hoback, Betty Martin, Sue Smith she was employed by the Department Nancy Beth (Williams) and Fred Nichols and many nieces, of Defense. nephews and extended family. He Dorothy is survived by her daugh- Richards was preceded in death by his par- ters, Sharon Hansen (David) of ents, Ira and Ollie Mae Nichols, and Thorndike, ME and Diane Hanson siblings, Tommy Nichols, Marshall (James) of Bel Air, MD; her grand- Nichols, Carl Nichols, John Nichols, children, Joshua Hansen (Charlie Raymond Nichols, Ina Morgan and Marie), and Kivah Hansen; three Pearlie Sowers. great grandchildren, and extended Interment with a graveside service family and friends. In addition to her will be held on Thursday, November parents and husbands, she was also 12, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Trinity Me- preceded in death by her siblings, morial Gardens, 3221 Mattawom- Mary B. Hefner, Charles Norris, and an Beantown Road, Waldorf, MD Joseph Norris. Wesley Lindy Nichols, 89, of Char- 20601. Memorial contributions may be lotte Hall, MD departed this life on In lieu of flowers the family would made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, Post Sunday, November 8, 2020 at the request donations be made in Wes- Office Box 625, Leonardtown, MD Hospice House of St. Mary’s, Calla- ley’s name to Hospice House of St. 20650 or Animal Rescue Inc., 2 Her- way, MD. Mary’s, Post Office Box 625, Leon- itage Farm Drive, New Freedom, PA He was born on December 18, ardtown, MD 20650. 1930 in Copper Hill, VA to the late, 17349. 26 Obituaries The County Times Thursday, November 12, 2020

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 [email protected] after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition. In Remembrance Condolences to the family may be college and is known around the made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. world for her warm, welcoming spir- Arrangements by the Brinsfield it and her incredible cooking espe- Funeral Home, P.A. cially her mac salad and crab cakes! In addition to her beloved husband, Linda Susan Scholten Joe, Linda is also survived by her children: Tracy Slade Carver (Chris- Slade topher) of Leonardtown, MD, Shawn Slade (Fran) of Valley Lee, MD, Kari Crane (Simon) of Dubai, UAE and Matthew Slade of Baltimore, MD; her grandchildren: Logan Carver, Lileigh Carver, Poppy Crane, and Pippa Crane; her grand-dogs: Em- ber and Murphy; and many extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in Heights, Maryland and attended a hobby. death by her infant daughter, Ashlee St. Francis and St. Cecelia Catholic In addition to his loving mother, Erin Slade and her siblings: Robert Schools. She married John William Virginia Buchan, Jeffrey is also sur- Edward Scholten, Jr, Pamelia Ann Agrafiotis on September 24, 1971 in vived by his brothers, Jerod “Jed” Reinoehl, John Braden Scholten Sr., Upper Marlboro, MD. Together they Miller (Irene) of Los Angeles, CA William Hamilton Scholten; and Da- enjoyed taking cruises and spending and Jonathan “Jon” Miller (Candace) vid Clayton Scholten. time with family and friends. Alice of Mechanicsville, MD; his neph- Family will receive friends for also created beautiful ceramic and ews, Jason Miller and Chris Miller; Linda’s Life Celebration on Thurs- porcelain items. She and John were and extended family and friends. He day, November 12, 2020 from 5:00 was preceded in death by his father, Linda Susan Scholten Slade, 68, blessed to raise two daughters, Mary to 8 p.m., with prayers recited at 7 Harold J. Miller. of Valley Lee, MD passed away on Frances and Patricia. She was em- p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, All services will be private. November 5, 2020, at her home, with ployed as a Store Manager for Safe- P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leon- Condolences to the family may be her family at her side. way for 35 years where she made ardtown, MD 20650. A Mass of made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. She was born on March 28, 1952 many lasting relationships with her Christian Burial will be celebrated Arrangements by the Brinsfield in Bourne, MA to the late Robert E. co-workers and customers. Alice was by Reverend Paul Nguyen on Fri- the first of two women promoted to Funeral Home, P.A. Scholten, Sr. and Frances Eloise Lu- day, November 13, 2020 at 11 a.m. genbeel Scholten. On April 12, 1971 Store Manager at Safeway, forging at 19199 St. George’s Church Road, the way for all women. David Michael Julian she married her beloved husband, Valley Lee, MD 20692 and will be Joseph V. Slade in Leonardtown, She is survived by her daughters, Live Streamed. Interment will follow Mary Frances Whitmore (Vince) of MD. Together, they celebrated over in the church cemetery. 49 wonderful years of marriage and Stafford, Va., and Patricia Snyder Serving as pallbearers will be Lo- (Dave) of California, Md., her sis- raised four loving children. She was gan Carver, Ethan Howard, Edward extremely proud to be the child of an ter, Joan Turgeon of Grand Junction, Slade, Richard Slade, Edward Alt, CO; her grandchildren: Chris Vogel- Army Master Sergeant and a World Jeffrey Turner, Timothy Pates, and War II POW survivor. Her intelli- sang (Jen), Jeff Vogelsang (Johanne), John Scholten, Jr. Jonathan Moreland (Jennifer), Shai- gence, strength and resilience were Honorary pallbearers will be Chris her greatest characteristics. na Bates (Charles), Colin Whitmore Carver, Simon Crane, John Slade, (Emily), Lauren Thompson (Craig), She was an adventurer and loved Joe Scrivener, Mike Adams, Blair many activities including camping, and her great grandchildren, Ethan, Swann, Carl Bean, Richard Reinohl, Drew, Tyler, Spencer, Sadie, Aidan, fishing, bowling, softball, water Wayne Howard, Jeff Keefer, John and snow skiing. She was extremely Annie, Chandler, Hudson. She was Logalbo, Joe Vallaincourt, Tom Sim- preceded in death by her parents, her proud of being a member of the Take mons, Mark Jones, Laura Howard, It Easy Ranch Women’s Softball husband, and her sister, Joy Malanka. Christiana Keefer, Dale Scholten, The family asks that donations in Team in the late 1970’s, when they Brittany Smith, Blair Scholten, Alix won several State Championships. lieu of flowers be made in Alice’s Streit, Angie Wright, Andrea Siple, name to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. She loved the movie “A League of David Michael Julian, 65, of Me- Richelle Caffrey and Lileigh Carver. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. their Own” because it reminded her chanicsville, MD passed away on Memorial contributions may Interment will be held at Arlington of the excellence and wonderful ca- November 2, 2020 at his home. be made to St. George’s Catholic National Cemetery at a later date. maraderie she felt with the other la- Born on March 23, 1955 in Wash- Church, 19199 St. George’s Church Condolences to the family may be dies, many of whom became lifelong ington, DC, he was the son of Mary Road, Valley Lee, MD 20692 or Sec- made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. friends. She even orchestrated the Ruth Hancock (Brady) and the late ond District Volunteer Fire Depart- Arrangements by the Brinsfield Annual Guy Distributing Ski Trip to Michael Edward Julian. ment and Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 1, Funeral Home, P.A. Seven Springs, PA for 25 years and Valley Lee, MD 20692. David worked as a Maintenance enjoyed spending time with every- Condolences to the family may be Jeffrey Tay Miller Worker for the Department of Inte- one from around St Mary’s County made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. rior for 30 years. He was a dedicated during the trip. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Jeffrey Tay Miller, 78 of Mechan- and hard worker. He loved to be out- Linda worked many jobs during Funeral Home, P.A. icsville, MD passed away on No- side in nature, fishing or gardening. her lifetime, retiring as a bookkeep- vember 4, 2020 at MedStar Southern During football season he always er from Bookkeeping By Blanche but Alice Ann Agrafiotis Maryland Hospital Center in Clin- rooted for his team, the Washington was also an Office Manager at Love, ton, MD. Redskins, and he adored putting El- Barnes and McKew and waitress at Alice Ann Agrafiotis, 86 of Cali- He was born on March 6, 1942 in vis on the radio to listen to. Most of Evan’s Seafood on St. George Island. fornia, MD passed away on Novem- Ontario, Canada to Virginia Eileen all, David loved his family and the She loved her fellow coworkers and ber 5, 2020 at home with her family Bell Buchan of Mechanicsville, MD time he spent surrounded by them the customers she served and many by her side. the late Harold J. Miller. making memories. He also had a kept in touch with her through the Alice was born on September 5, Jeffrey was employed as a skilled very special place in his heart for his years. 1934 in Washington, D.C. to the late landscaper for Miller Landscaping, dog, Jackie. She also loved being “Momma” Bernard Joseph Riley and Mary Eliz- which he owned and operated for David is survived by his mother, Slade to her children’s friends that abeth (Garrett) Riley. many years. He enjoyed traveling as Mary Ruth Hancock of Mechanic- came to visit on the weekends from Alice grew up in Bradbury sville, MD, his sisters: Rose Lisa Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Obituaries 27

Schwarts of Rocklin, CA, Maryann ity serving terms as their president. November 1, 2020 at his home sur- Julian of Greensboro, NC and Kar- From 1964 – 1972, she worked at rounded by his loving family. en Ambrose of Grass Valley, CA, the Naval Air Test Center, Pax Riv- He was born on January 27, 1946 as well as his loving uncles, aunts, er as secretary to the Comptroller. in Washington D.C. to the late Wil- cousins, nieces and nephews. In 1983/4 she worked for the SMC liam Walter Sayers and Dorothy He is preceded in death by his chamber of commerce on weekends Nancy Jones Sayers. father, Michael Edward Julian, his and was assigned full time to the Sam is a graduate of Chevy Chase step-father, James Hancock, his SMC 350TH anniversary planning High School and attended George grandparents: Van Brady and Ruth committee. In an Enterprise article Mason University in 1980 where he Brady, and his siblings: Van Julian, the staff reporter Joseph Norris studied Business. He began his long Toni Julian, Wayne Julian and Jacki referred to her as the “heart and soul” career as a skilled construction con- Julian. of the 350th anniversary committee. tractor, opening his own company, Condolences to the family may be She also worked briefly at Sotterly Sayers and Son until his retirement. made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. Plantation and St Marys College, but He sub-contracted for Hechingers, Arrangements by the Brinsfield always considered her primary ca- Home Depot, and Lowes, earning Funeral Home & Crematory, P.A. reer as mother and family care taker. the Installer of the Year award for the Jean is survived by her children: East Coast in 2000, 2005 and 2006. Catholic Church, Morganza on July Jean Raley Ridgell Joseph Scott Ridgell (Pam) of Piney He and his father built his family 30, 1966. Together they had 8 chil- Point, MD, Donna J. Taylor (Jer- home that he and his family resided dren. She was a homemaker and ry) of Lusby, MD, and Lila Ridgell in. On June 30, 1990, he married his enjoyed raising her children and Hofmeister (Danny) of Ridge, MD; beloved wife, Lynn Fletcher Stream helping out on the family farm. She her grandchildren: Ryan Ridgell, Sayers. Together they celebrated liked to have fun and loved being Brady Ridgell (Caitie), Shea Ridgell over 30 wonderful years of marriage. around her family attending family (Stephanie), Reagan Ridgell, Jen- Sam loved spending time on the functions. She always looked for- nifer O’Dell, Todd Taylor (Sherry), water. He enjoyed fishing, crabbing, ward to the St. Mary’s County Fair Katie Allen (Ian), Steven Taylor, sailing, kayaking and paddle board- ever year to see the famous Clydes- Regi Hofmeister, Michael Hofmeis- ing. Family was his greatest love, dale Horses which was her favor- ter, Jeannie Hofmeister (Paul), Amy especially his grandchildren, whom ite. She was also an active member Mathews (Trevor), and J.C. Hofmeis- he enjoyed spending time with. of St. Joseph’s Catholic church and ter; her great grandchildren: Shawn He was a volunteer with Ridge faithfully attended every week up Ridgell, Lily Ridgell, Emma Peter- Volunteer Rescue Squad for the past until she couldn’t do so anymore. son, Blaise Ridgell, Stone Ridgell, nine years, and the Advanced Life In addition to her parents, she was Emerson Taylor, Wyatt Taylor, Ri- Support Unit in Leonardtown for the preceded in death by her siblings, lynn Taylor, Piper Taylor, Chesa- past four. He found a true calling James Bernard Cusic, Thomas Allen peake Allen; and extended family and thoroughly enjoyed helping oth- Cusic, Shirley Teresa Cusic, William and friends. In addition to her par- ers in need. Jean Raley Ridgell, 89 of Ridge, Franklin Cusic and Samuel Aloysius ents, she is preceded in death by her In addition to his beloved wife, Cusic. MD peacefully passed away on No- husband, Clarence “Buzzy” Ridgell Sam is also survived by his children: vember 1, 2020 at home, surrounded She was also preceded in death and her son, Steven James Ridgell. Billie Jean O’Malley of Columbus, by her late husband, James Aloysius by loving family. All services will be private. OH, Sean Sayers (Alison) of Dam- Daughter of the late James Harry Wathen and son, David Aloysius Wa- In lieu of flowers, the family has eron, MD, Tim Stream (Christy) of then. She is survived by her siblings, Raley and Anna Willing Stone, she requested that memorials be made in Greensboro, NC and James Stream was born in Baltimore on August 21, Frances Cecelia Cusic Wood of Leon- her name to the St. Michael’s School (Corrie) of Lancaster, PA; his sis- ardtown and Joseph Wilmer Cusic of 1931. She enjoyed her childhood on Archangel Scholarship Foundation ter, Gabrielle Abell; his grandchil- Mulberry St attending St Bernar- Mechanicsville; Her children, Linda (ASFC), P.O. Box 211, Ridge, MD dren: Eleanor Sayers, Samuel Rich- Marie Garner (Ricky) of Mechanic- dine’s Catholic School on Edmond- 20680. ard Sayers, Aiden O’Malley, Grace son Avenue. She frequently visited sville, Jerry Allan Wathen (Laura) Condolences to the family may be O’Malley, Brendan O’Malley, Hanna of Hollywood, Joseph Larry Wathen Southern Maryland with her parents made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. O’Malley, Evan Stream, Christopher where she enjoyed time with her (Laura) of Clements, Charles Ber- Arrangements by the Brinsfield Stream, Maggie Stream, and Ava nard Wathen of Helen, Donald Ray cousins and helping her aunt Alice Funeral Home, P.A. Stream; and many extended family “Sissie” Raley in the family res- Wathen (Kelly) of Chaptico, Shaun and friends. In addition to his par- Lee Wathen (Rebecca) of Chaptico taurant and inn. After WWII, her Walter Samuel “Sam” ents, he is also preceded in death by father purchased a country store in and Karen Lisa Farmer (Aric) of his brother, Charles Sayers. St. Inigoes; 12 grandchildren; Ra- Scotland, Maryland and the family Sayers A celebration of his life will be relocated. Jean attended St Michaels chael Hawkins, Raianna Garner, held in spring/summer of 2021, the Blake Wathen, Angel Tappin, Allie high school in Ridge and graduated date to be announced. in 1949. Wathen, Ashlyn Wathen, Ava Wa- Condolences to the family may be then, Lilly Wathen, Grace Peterson, In 1950 Jean married Lt. Clarence made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. H. Ridgell “Buzzy” in San Antonio Bentley Wathen, Jaxon Wathen, and Arrangements by the Brinsfield Alex Farmer. She is also survived by Texas. In 1953 after his service in Funeral Home, P.A. the Air Force, they returned to St. a very special family member, Jen- Mary’s County (SMC) and bought Dorothy Jean Wathen nifer Wathen who was her loving & her father’s store in Scotland where devoted caregiver. she worked along side him for many Dorothy Jean Wathen,75 of Helen, Pallbearers at the Nov. 11 service years. She was a gracious woman MD died Friday, November 6, 2020 were Jerry Wathen, Larry Wathen, with a passion for faith, family and in Helen, MD. Born on March 24, Charles Wathen, Donald Wathen, politics. She was a devoted and lov- 1945 in Leonardtown, she was the Shaun Wathen, Blake Wathen, Don- ing wife/mother/grandmother who daughter of the late Thomas Wilmer nie Cusic, and Timothy Wood. enjoyed entertaining, dancing, cook- Cusic and the late Annie Gertrude Funeral arrangements were by ing and hosting crab, pitch and pool Norris Cusic. Ms. Wathen was a life- Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home. parties with her family and many long resident of St. Mary’s County. friends. Her annual Christmas night Graduated from Margaret Brent party was a particular favorite. High School in 1964. She married Jean was very active in the St Walter Samuel “Sam” Sayers, 74, the love of her life, the late James Michael’s parish Ladies of Char- of Dameron, MD passed away on Aloysius Wathen at St. Joseph’s 28 Obituaries The County Times Thursday, November 12, 2020

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 [email protected] after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition. In Remembrance Gary Gene Burton, first aid. He was a generous man and and Bryan Tinnerman, Richard Lac- will be missed by all that knew him. ey, and Hannah Guy-Withers. Gary Gene Burton, 78, of Great Gary is survived by his wife of 56 Contributions may be made to the Mills, MD, passed away on Novem- years, Katherine L. Burton (Pilker- Mechanicsville Vol. Fire Department ber 5, 2020, at the Solomon’s Nurs- ton), his daughter, Theresa L. Bonner P.O. Box 37 Mechanicsville, MD ing Center. (Bill), California, MD, his grandson, 20659 and Immaculate Conception Born on June 9, 1942, in Western Christopher M. Sherman (Shayna), Catholic Church 28297 Old Village Port, MD, he was the son of the late and a great grand-daughter, Hailey Road Mechanicsville, MD 20659. Robert B. and Hazel M. Burton. Jean Sherman, Mechanicsville, MD. Funeral arrangements were by Gary worked for the Safeway/Col- He is preceded in death by his fa- Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home. lington Warehouse in Landover, MD, ther, Robert B. Burton, mother, Ha- where he retired after 42 years of zel M. Burton (Shillingburg), Bel Agnes Cecelia Mattingly dedicated service. Alton, MD, father-in-law James R. Gary loved his family and the time Pilkerton, mother-in-law Helen Pilk- “Sis” he spent surrounded by them, mak- erton, Port Tobacco, MD brothers- ing memories and telling stories. He in-law Thomas R. Pilkerton, Port also had a special place in his heart Tobacco, MD and Kenneth M. Pilk- Leonardtown, MD. Born on Febru- for close friends David, Butch, Rick, erton, La Plata, MD. ary 8, 1937 in Ellicott City, MD she and others that crossed his path Interment will be private. was the daughter of the late Frances through the years. He loved to be In lieu of flowers, donations may Cecelia (Lord) Spence and George outside in nature, hunting, fishing, be made in the name of Gary Bur- W. Spence, Jr. Peggy was the lov- taking care of the yard, cutting trees, ton to Lexington Park Rescue Squad, ing wife of the late John C. Guy, Sr. and raising a garden for years of veg- P.O. Box 339 Lexington Park, MD whom she married on November 20, etables and fruits. 20653, and or Solomons Volunteer 1954 in Our Lady of the Wayside Gary enjoyed talking to people, Rescue and Fire, P.O. Box 189, Solo- Catholic Church Chaptico, MD and and it did not matter if he knew them mons, MD 20688. who preceded her in death on May or they were strangers; he could 25, 2020. strike up a conversation with anyone Margaret Elizabeth Peggy is survived by her children as if he had known them for years. Judy Copsey (Wayne) of Mechanic- He was a charter member of the (Spence) Guy, “Peggy” sville, MD, John Guy, Jr. (Kathi) of Bel Alton Volunteer Fire Depart- Margaret Elizabeth (Spence) Guy, Mechanicsville, MD, Bob Guy (Jo) ment formed in 1962 and was a mem- “Peggy”, 83, of Mechanicsville, MD of Mechanicsville, MD, Valerie Guy Agnes Cecelia Mattingly “Sis”, 92, ber for 16 years. He enjoyed teaching passed away on November 4, 2020 in of Mechanicsville, MD, Diane Lacey of Morganza, MD passed away on fire safety in and out of the home and of Mechanicsville, MD, J.R. Guy October 31, 2020 in Leonardtown, (Cathy) of Mechanicsville, MD, 11 MD. Born on January 2, 1928 in Me- grandchildren and 15 great grand- chanicsville, MD, she was the daugh- children. Siblings; Jimmy Spence ter of the late Gertrude Copsey and of Bushwood, MD, Harry Spence Luther Copsey. Sis was the loving of Morganza, MD, Alan Spence of wife of the late Schercliffe “Tholly” Sandston, VA. She was preceded in Bartholomew Mattingly who preced- death by her daughter Elaine Guy ed her in death on October 5, 1981. and son-in-law, Paul Lacey Sis is survived by her children; Steve She moved from Howard County, Mattingly (Patsy) of Morganza, MD, MD to St. Mary’s County, MD in Sharon Mattingly of Bushwood, MD, To Place A Memorial, 1943. She was a graduate of Marga- Bernard Mattingly of Morganza, ret Brent in 1954 and a homemaker. MD, Mary Thompson of Morganza, Peggy joined the Mechanicsville MD, Charles Mattingly (Wendy) of Please Call Vol. Fire Dept. Auxiliary, in May of Morganza, MD, 11 grandchildren, 1957 and became a Life Member af- and 14 great grandchildren. She was ter 25 years of service. She has held preceded in death by her children; 301-373-4125 the Office of Chaplain for a total of Leonard Mattingly and Thomas Mat- 41 years with the Auxiliary. Peggy tingly. Siblings; Hilary (J.H) Copsey, was an active member up until her Wilson Copsey, Eugene Copsey, Lu- death. She was also a member of the ther Copsey, and Gertrude Marshall. or send an email to St. Mary’s County Quilters. Peggy’s She was a lifelong St. Mary’s hobbies included quilting, camping, County, MD resident and gradu- travelling and was a Brownie leader ate of Margaret Brent High School. [email protected] for many years. She enjoyed going to Sis was a lifelong waitress at Hill’s bluegrass festivals. Her biggest joy Club, Wicomico Shores and Fitzie’s was spending time with her family. Restaurant throughout her life. She Serving as pallbearers at the Nov. loved gardening when she had time. 10, 2020 service were Steven Guy, Contributions may be made to the Amy Copsey, Jacob Guy, Tommy Seventh District Vol. Rescue Squad Tinnerman, Sherry Lawyer and Sa- P.O. Box 7 Avenue, MD 20609. mantha Guy. Honorary Pallbearers Funeral arrangements were by will be Jenny Connelly, Dylan Guy, Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home.

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ON NEWSSTANDS EVERY THURSDAY & ONLINE AT COUNTYTIMES.NET CountySt. Times Mary’s County ● Calvert County Thursday, November 12, 2020 The County Times Contributing Writers 29 INVESTMENT VECHICLES FOR YOUR RETIREMENT Contributing Writer: OUT WITH “REDS” Lynda J. Striegel We’ve discussed the importance T. Rowe Price in 2002—together, of asset allocation to your success those three fund companies con- as an investor. Harry Moscowitz trol about 75% of the market. Fees won a Nobel prize for inventing for the allocation are included the modern portfolio theory in 1954 cost of the funds themselves. based on the concept that if you LIFECYCLE MUTUAL allocate your assets across a broad FUNDS enough spectrum of equity, fixed- Lifecycle funds include cash, I hope everyone was able to enjoy the sation about the language and Hungar- income and other types of invest- stock and bonds and may include previous string of beautiful days. This ian inspired food, and how Hungarians ments, and one of your invest- both U.S. and foreign securities. year it was a blessing. We made good can make any food Hungarian style with ments declines in value, the others The percentage of funds in each use of each day with some lovely firepit the addition of Paprika. She also told me are likely to take up the slack and asset class is determined by the nights, working outside around the that her son’s wife Erin built much of keep your investment returns on fund manager who attempts to house, and taking the old ’65 Mustang what is used at the winery. I didn’t get an even keel. earn the highest return possible by convertible that my husband has now to talk to Erin but will find out more at Pundits refer to asset allocation switching portfolio weightings in nicknamed “Reds”, out for a few spins. our next visit. as the “Rule of 92” meaning 92% each type of asset class by market My husband thinks the Mustang will On Sunday, after we debated where of your success as an investor is conditions. Lifecycle funds gen- spoil like milk if we don’t use it. He does to go for an outside brunch, we contin- directly attributable to whether erally include three or four “port- like getting in his driving cap and feel- ued our outing with “Reds” the Mustang you allocate your assets or not. folios” with varying percentages ing the wind rustle his…hair. I, on the and decided to head over the Harry Nice Ok, now we know that alloca- of funds in each asset class. The other hand, love the Mustang, but am not bridge to Fredericksburg for brunch at tion is the way to go. But, one portfolios are designed by fit in- as fond of the effect on my hair. I usually Brock’s Riverside Grill overlooking the big problem with asset allocation vestors of various ages or risk tol- do a double dousing of hairspray, and Rappahannock River and a neat old rail- is, how does an ordinary inves- erance levels. yet, I still find that the sides and back, road bridge. We really enjoyed our last tor select the proper allocation of ACTIVE MANAGEMENT even as short as it is now, flip out into visit. It is set in what I think must have stocks versus bonds? The big mu- Active management involves scary Medusa styles. I should just go been an old warehouse with several bars, tual fund companies like T. Rowe the use of a portfolio manager with my hair wet. intimate dining rooms and outdoor seat- Price, Vanguard, BlackRock and who works directly with you on We did visit a really beautiful winery ing. And there is tons of outdoor seat- others think they have it all fig- your investments. This clearly is on Friday night, which is only 14 min- ing which is so important during these ured out. They do the allocation the most custom tailored to your utes from home called Xella Winery times. This time we were seating on the for you. wishes. Your portfolio may in- off of Laurel Grove Road in Mechan- Veranda which has only four tables and TARGET DATE FUNDS: clude everything from securities icsville. From their website, the reason sits high above the other outdoor seating. Target date funds contain a mix- to real estate. The manager in this behind the name Xella “is an acronym Apparently, we had just missed brunch, ture of stocks, bonds and cash. case reviews all of your assets and of the first letter of us and our children's but enjoyed our lunch very much. The They have a future date in the title your personal goals with you and names (Xenia, Erin, Lester III, Lester Reuben with a side of sweet potato puree you can select to correspond to selects those types of investments IV, and Amara). Nothing could embody was the ultimate comfort food. From all your retirement date. As you get that will give you the most return this endeavor more than including our appearances my husband was enjoying older, the asset allocation within for a risk that meets your expecta- whole family in the name!” There was the huge fresh-made burger. the fund changes and gets more tions. The upside of professional plenty of room to spread out for tastings After we left Brock’s, we headed conservative over time. The fund management is that your strategy at the bar in their large tasting room. about 4 miles away to A. Smith Bow- manager will put fewer assets into is tailored for you. The fees in- We enjoyed tasting their delicious white man Bourbon Distillery for a tour, and stocks which are inherently risky volved will be a percentage of the wines to sparkling to What’s your sweet a tasting for my husband. It was a quiet as you get closer to retirement. assets and, as your assets grow, wine to Bad Barn and Zin. Something Sunday, and other than the few employ- You do not have to take any ac- the fees will grow. This means for everyone. We sat out on their patio ees, there were about 8 of us for a tour, tion. The fund manager does that at the very least that the portfolio with a bottle of Bad Barn under the gar- and they were very thorough with tem- for you. You simply pick the date manager has a vested interest in den lights to enjoy a beautiful autumn perature checks and getting our names when you think you will retire. For seeing your portfolios grow. sunset. Others were enjoying corn hole and phone numbers as part of their Co- example, suppose you will turn Whether you choose target date, and a few other lawn games or just en- vid-19 preparedness. Perfect. The dis- sixty-five in 2020. You pick the lifecycle or active management, joying whom they were with. tillery smelled so good. Even though I 2020 Retirement Fund. You can the principal is the same. Your Next time, I want to sit outside with am not a straight bourbon drinker, I do buy the fund at any age and with a success as an investor and an in- their Zin, an American Zinfandel aged like all my cocktails made with it. They minimum investment, but the tar- vestor preparing for retirement in Hungarian Oak barrels. Of course, I also make herbed and fruit infused gins, get date is what matters. will be directly attributable to would love that wine since I am Hungar- and rum. Their Bourbon Crème was The big boost for target date whether you allocate your assets or ian. When I mentioned to the owner, Les very nice, however. Even if you are not funds came in 2006 when pension not. As usual, I advise you to in- I was Hungarian, he said he was too and a bourbon drinker, you will love their laws changed so that employers vestigate before you invest. Take a first generation Hungarian-American. large giftshop with glassware, bourbon- could choose investments for em- a look at all of the options avail- He mentioned that his mother came over infused coffees, bourbon hot sauce, and ployees who had not designated able to you first, then decide. No as result of The Hungarian Revolution of pre-made gift baskets for everyone from investments for their 401(k) plans. one will protect you like yourself. 1956, “or the Hungarian Uprising, which the straight bourbon, gin, or rum drinker Target date mutual funds became Join me for a free seminar on was a nationwide revolution against the to those who enjoy cocktails. I think we the most popular investments for this and other topics on the third Hungarian People's Republic and its may need a trip back there as well when employers to offer and to use as Wednesday of every month at Soviet-imposed policies, lasting from we take “Reds” out on another adven- a default if employees failed to 11am at 8906 Bay Avenue, North 23 October until 10 November 1956.” ture…to who knows where. designate anything else. Fidel- Beach. 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