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By Guy Leonard the health department runs. Staff Writer The continued shortage of vac- Both the county health offi- cine meant the registration slots cer, Dr. Meena Brewster, and were also in short supply; Com- Served up in your the Commissioners of St. Mary’s missioner Todd Morgan said the County said local efforts to vac- on-line registration for the week- cinate the population against CO- end filled up in nine minutes. VID-19 would be faster and more “You can do it better than the favorite local spots? efficient if the county were not state thinks they can do it,” Com- deprived of significant amounts of missioner Eric Colvin said of the inoculants. Brewster’s efforts to vaccinate the The health department an- county population. nounced Feb. 6 that many dos- Health department data showed es were diverted away from St. that this week’s allotment of vac- Mary’s by the state. cine was 1,475 doses, about half of “Vaccine allotment received for the 2,925 doses the week before. this week was the lowest received Next week, Brewster reported, by the SMCHD since the first the county was only set to get 700 100 doses arrived for staff train- doses, the lowest amount since the ing/prepositioning. We are disap- second week of inoculations when pointed that allotments for local the county received just 100 doses. health departments were cut to Commissioner John O’Connor divert supply for state run mass said regional vaccination clinics vaccination centers,” a statement forced some county residents to on the health department’s Twitter travel nearly two hours to get to account read. the Six Flags location in Prince State-run mass vaccination sites George’s. have activated in Prince George’s “You’re spending the whole day County and Baltimore City and there,” O’Connor said, noting the while one is planned for Southern state-run centers attempted to vac- Maryland it has yet to be opened. cinate thousands at a time, mean- Brewster was particularly frus- ing long wait times. trated, she said, because the state “We’re robbing Peter to pay Paul was getting increasing amounts and we’re putting our population of the COVID-19 vaccine from at higher risk because they want to the federal government but the centralize these sites,” O’Connor amounts the state was distributing said. “They’re really missing the to local health departments was mark here.” diminishing. Hospitalizations in St. Mary’s “Health departments are the remain high, though they have most efficient way to administer declined, Brewster said, and the the vaccine,” Brewster said. amount of new COVID-19 cases Brewster explained that the has dropped steadily for the past state-exacerbated shortage of vac- several weeks. cine locally made making appoint- “We do appear to be emerg- ments for inoculation more diffi- ing from the post-holiday surge,” cult, because there was a great Brewster said. “This is a very gulf between when the state got encouraging trend… but this is notification of a vaccine shipment not the time to loosen up on our and when the state informed the efforts.” county. So far 13,922 people have Brewster said the state learned been vaccinated in St. Mary’s; of a federal vaccine shipment Feb. more than 11,000 have received 2 and only informed the county on their inoculation from the health Feb. 5; this left little time to pre- department. pare for the Feb. 6 vaccine clinic [email protected] 4 Local News The County Times Thursday, February 11, 2021 VALENTINES/PRESIDENTS DAY SALE LOWEST PRICES OF THE YEAR ON LIONEL TRAINS OVER 20 “READY TO RUN” SETS TO CHOOSE FROM ALL ENGINES ROLLING STOCK ACCESSORIES UP TO 30% OFF MSRP UP TO 40% OFF MSRP AVAILABLE

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By Guy Leonard The system’s school-based data Staff Writer dashboard available on-line will Special needs students in pro- give parents the ability to see grams such as SAIL and COM- any COVID cases that occur in PASS began returning to in-per- schools and track the response by son learning Feb. 8 in a hybrid the school system, Smith said. model that allowed for alternating The system would continue to virtual learning as well. closely monitor all COVID-19 Starting Feb. 16 the second related data as they reopened phase will begin, Schools Super- schools to students. intendent Dr. J. Scott Smith told “This is the data that will drive the St. Mary’s County Board of our decisions,” Smith said. Education at their Wednesday He said the efforts to vaccinate meeting, to include Head Start teachers as well as all other em- and pre-Kindergarten students, ployees in the public schools have Kindergarteners and 1st graders, been largely successful. 6th grades and in high school both “Anybody employed in the St. freshmen and seniors. Mary’s County public school sys- By March 1, according to the tem has been offered the opportu- school return plan, all remaining nity to be vaccinated,” Smith said. grade levels will return to the hy- All of the employees who reg- brid model. istered to get a vaccine have re- The school days will be divided ceived their first dose and many between “A” day and “B” day sec- have already received their second tions; one group will be in class dose as of last week, he said. while the other learns in a virtual More than 75 percent of staff environment and then alternate have stated they wanted to get the following day. vaccinated and Smith said he be- The amount of new weekly cases lieved that same number have fol- of COVID-19 spiked to more than lowed through, but that data was 400 during the post-holiday surge, not known to him. Smith told the school board, but “It’s not for me to know, it’s a CALL US! has since dropped to about 236. personal decision,” Smith said. “We’ve seen it nearly cut in “They’re as protected as they are half,” Smith said. “It’s about twice going to be. what we want it to be… but the “We’re in great shape: we’ve rate is going in the right direction. done everything we can.” [email protected] [email protected] “The trend is what we’re look- [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ing for.”

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Charlotte Hall, Leonardtown: 7 am till 10 pm Hollywood: 7 am till 9 pm 10 In Our Community The County Times Thursday, February 11, 2021 Thursday, February 11, 2021 The County Times In Our Community 11 New Portal Provides Online Job Training By Dick Myers cided this was the time to invest industry-recognized certifica- Editor in this training resource to upskill tions. SkillUp Southern Maryland Imagine 5,000 choices. That’s our local workforce and increase guides them through the process. how many online training courses the pool of qualified candidates to After a brief 25 question survey are available to residents of South- support our existing and potential where they indicate their skill lev- ern Maryland through a new por- local businesses,” she said. els for specific areas (anywhere tal called SkillUp Southern Mary- Davis explained, “It is available from office technology, ethics, land being made available by the nationally and is available in parts customer service, specific IT ar- Tri-Country Council for Southern of many states. The governor of eas, leadership and more), they Maryland (TCCSMD). Connecticut recently purchased then choose the specific industry On the portal, job seekers can it for use by the entire state. In path and their desired occupation. explore career pathways, view lo- Maryland, it is available in Cal- Inputting this information then cal job postings, register for free vert, Charles, St. Mary’s, and generates a Skills Progress Chart fering free and unlimited access online learning, and receive work- Prince George’s counties.” based on the information provid- to more than 5,000 high-quality force services. Employers can Davis said, “Training is avail- ed. On a colored pie chart, green online training courses for 180 search for qualified candidates, able for new and seasoned work- indicates more than satisfactory days. post jobs, and receive in-depth ers alike, covering essential skills skills for that occupation, blue “Whether they are looking for a consulting to address hiring and (soft skills) and technical skills. meets skills requirements and red first job, a new job or to advance training needs. There are trainings in career path- indicates their skills gaps. It then in their chosen field, residents can Regarding the job training op- ways for the industries in our re- populates their career pathway take advantage of this service to tions, TCCSMD Director of Work- gion hardest hit by the pandemic, with the courses and skills needed reach their career goals. The plat- force and Business Development including retail and hospital- to obtain their certification.” form also offers business services Ruthie Davis explained, “Acces- ity, healthcare, construction, IT/ The portal can be accessed at: to assist with recruitment, hiring, sible 24/7 from anywhere with Professional Services and many http://southernmaryland.skillupa- and internal training.” internet access, SkillUp® South- more.” merica.org/ Davis said she heard about the ern Maryland can help workers The platform was officially It was funded by a grant from SkillUp platform several years who plan to return to their former launched on Jan. 19. Davis said, the Rural Maryland Council. ago at a national workforce con- employer as well as those who are “We’re finding many individu- [email protected] ference. “With the pandemic, I de- looking to change careers by of- als are using it to work toward A New Shopping Experience

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When serving mental illness was some kind of with the National Guard he found depression, either as a root cause himself out in the Mid-West and or as a symptom. by the time he and his wife were Depression could cause more se- ready to settle down they wanted rious mental illnesses, Arick said, to move back to Maryland but even or it could arise from suffering in the 1970s homes were far too from other mental illnesses such as expensive. schizophrenia. “We couldn’t afford to live in “Depression is part of a whole Chevy Chase, even then,” Arick lot of stuff,” Arick said. “It brings said. “Then, my friend told me people down into the depths where about a place called Breton Bay.” they need to be taken care of. They soon made a home there and “That’s why we need that coordi- the family would stay there, even nated approach.” while Arick would live in other lo- Arick said mental health in St. calities completing his studies. Mary’s needed a more cooperative He got his master’s degree in approach between the providers theology from Wesley Theologi- and government agencies such as cal Seminary, part of American law enforcement, who often have University, and went on to finish to deal with mentally ill subjects, his doctoral work at a seminary in to provide a constant continuum of Bangor, Maine. care. He even pastored a church in COVID-19 has exacerbated men- Oakton, Va. for two years. tal health problems here, Arick While living in Breton Bay – the said. Trico Clinical Service Founder Bill Arick family recently sold their long-time “There’s a lot more tension out home – Arick focused on creating “Activities and achievements are part, because patients were of- there,” Arick said. “And that’s also youth programs for summer sports what we worked on with people. ten having to wait too long for because of what’s going on in the there; much of it was based on ten- “You need to have things to look treatment. country. nis play, a favorite sport of his. forward to.” “I saw a lot of people not getting “We can’t rule out the CO- “I’m a Maryland boy,” Arick In his younger years Arick, a services,” Arick said. “We weren’t VID situation; people with said. “And I was beginning to feel Chevy Chase native, was a mili- working efficiently as mental serious mental health cas- at home in St. Mary’s County.” tary policeman in the National health professionals. es are getting more serious.” Arick also worked for the Tri- Guard and went on work in busi- “We wanted to get to people… Political and social turmoil, mag- County Youth Services Bureau and ness for Shell Oil and then 3M be- regardless of their ability to pay.” nified by recent unrest in the Capi- chaired an early mental health and fore becoming interested in pris- There are several mental health tol and in major cities around the substance abuse task force in St. ons and prison reform; he pursued providers in St. Mary’s, Arick said, country have taken a toll on local Mary’s in the mid-80s. becoming a pastoral counselor and but communication could be bet- residents’ emotional and psycho- Arick said he was sad to have to attended theological seminaries in ter between them as well as with logical health. close down his business but it was Washington, D.C. and Maine. patients. When Arick first moved to St. time to do so. He worked at St. Elizabeth’s gain- This would help mitigate the Mary’s County in the 1970s he “We weren’t able to find providing experience in mental health need for more mental health pro- found that recreational options ers to come in and take over the counseling and worked at the local fessionals, he said. were few, he said, and that contin- operations,” Arick said. “I couldn’t jail here counseling inmates. “The amount of work being ues to be a problem in the present get anyone to run the organization. “A lot of people who are incar- done is good,” Arick said. “We day, particularly for young people. “I still had a desire to get back into cerated are depressed,” Arick wouldn’t have to be shorthand- Regular positive activities and the rooms and do counseling one or said. “Most people who come out ed if we communicated better. interactions help ameliorate de- two days a week.” of prison are depressed if not 100 “We need to be able to follow up pression, he said. 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Engineers from the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division demonstrate the Augmented Reality Remote Maintenance Support Service (ARRMSS), a portable augmented reality headset and application system. 20 Contributing Writers The County Times Thursday, February 11, 2021 St. Mary’s Department of Aging & Human Services Programs and Activities Loffler Senior Activity Center 301-475-4200, ext. 71658 Garvey Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4200, ext. 71050 NOT THE LOTTERY I EXPECTED Northern Senior Activity Center, 301-475-4002, ext. 73101 It looks like my husband and I hit Visit www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most up-to date information the Covid lottery. We tested positive Brought to you by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County: James R. Guy, and are awaiting our release from President; Michael L. Hewitt; Eric Colvin; Todd B. Morgan; John E. O’Connor; Covid quarantine. The MD Dept of and the Department of Aging & Human Services Health said I was free today after their every few days questionnaires, Videos from Aging & Human Services embellishments to make it really unique. but our doctor would like us to wait The Department of Aging & Human Let’s do this together on Zoom! E-mail out the last of our 14 days. Our Services is proud to announce our brand [email protected] to Primary said, she didn’t care if the new Virtual Senior Activity Center and register. CDC and MD Dept. of Health say 10 YouTube page! Go to https://www.st- Independent Project Club News days, she, and the urgent care physi- marysmd.com/aging/virtual-senior-cen- Next Project Reveal Day is scheduled cian said 14 days. We don’t have ter/ or www.youtube.com, keyword SMC for Wednesday, March 10, 1-3 p.m. at the anywhere to go any way and it looks Aging & Human Services, to see what Loffler Senior Activity Center like we are in for more snow, so this we have for you! There are more videos Work on a project at home between is not a problem. We have thoughtful coming soon! now and March 9. Bring it to the Curb- family and friends who have or will Sign Up for Live Stream Craft side Reveal Event on March 10. Contact drop off anything we need on the Set aside some time on Thursday, Feb. [email protected] to porch. 25, at 10 a.m. for a fun bottle upcycling learn more about it. Here are the new We do our big shopping once, class. You can look around the house for assignments: maybe twice a month, so we have some fabric, twine, string or yarn, then • Sewing Club- Something with plenty of food in the freezer and the heart, and blood pressure fluc- reach into your recycle bin and pull out Scraps- Use at least 3 different fabric fridge. We both have had mild tuations, nothing major was found, a glass bottle. If you have a foam paint patterns- can be anything at all, large or symptoms, me especially. I normally thank goodness. I picked him up brush and some Mod Podge or white small. have a bit of congestion this time of outside at the hospital at 1 a.m. By glue that dries clear you have just about • NEW Garden Club- Three Herbs in a year, and I am normally tired from the time we wound down from all everything you need. Once we wrap the Pot- Make a potted herb garden. Can use my Rheumatoid Arthritis – nothing that it was 2:30 a.m. before we fell bottle up in your material of choice and one large pot as long as plants are com- feels different to me. I had no fevers, asleep. Apparently feeling loopy and let it dry, maybe you’ll want to add some patible OR can use three different pots. cough, extra aches and pains, or any blood pressure fluctuations are in other symptoms. If it weren’t for my the nature of the COVID-19 beast. I husband losing his sense of taste and must admit both of us have napped smell last Thursday, we may never a lot. It’s like it hits you all at once have gotten tested. that you have to go lay down. Since I wasn’t even going to write no one is coming over, we have just about it, but my husband and a left our extra blankets out on the friend thought I should, especially couches in the living room for those for people who are just experienc- “impromptu” couch naps. ing what they think is a mild sinus We are both happy that Covid Pet infection like we did. No way of has hit us now instead of during OF THE WEEK knowing where we picked it up. We my husband’s busy pool season in get packages and get groceries like a couple months. He is already get- most people, but immediately use ting calls for scheduling pool open- our sanitizing gels and wipes. We ings this spring. So, maybe the rest MEET KEVLAR of this year is going to be good… clean everything before its put away, Blessed are those who love cats so who knows. and healthy. We will still be care- ful wearing our masks and using They shall never be lonely! It is so strange how some people it affects strongly, and others barely sanitizers of course. And we will Hi there folks, my name is Kevlar. notice a difference. I would have be waiting for our time to get the thought that I, being immunocom- vaccine – you can never be too pre- I’m a BIG FURRY LOVER OF EVERYONE! I will stand up as tall promised, would have been hit pared. Though, we have been told as I can and gaze at you with my PRETTY EYES, letting you harder, but my rheumatologist has both 30 days and 90 days after quar- know that all I want to do is be your FAITHFUL BFF. If you have had me on the suggested vitamins of antine is fine for the shot. Each place a HOME then I’ve got the LOVE!! Make me part of your family Calcium w/D, and the pill combina- has different guidelines. and you won’t regret a moment spent with me. Now is the time Well, that’s all for this week, our tion of Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc to email [email protected] to schedule an for years. Maybe that helped? Also, good neighbor just Shelley dropped by the cream and the Fig Newtons appointment to meet me ASAP. BE MY MIRACLE and PLEASE because of my bacterial infection CHOOSE ME! When you choose to adopt from TCAS, you are last January, I was taken off biolog- I’ve been craving on the mailbox, and crazy hound dog Mindy says literally saving a life. And remember, if there is room in the heart, ics altogether. Not that there is any- there is room in the house. thing left for me to try anyway – had its nap time for her patients. We them all over the years. still have some Wawa cold cut subs We did have to have the am- to look forward to that are being To see more of my amazing friends bulance come for my husband on brought by my step-daughter – so also available for adoption, “like” Monday because he was feeling a things are looking up. Please stay us on Facebook @ Tri-County little disoriented and generally not safe as you can. Animal Shelter Southern MD or well midday. With his past heart is- To each new day’s adventure, view us on our website at https:// Shelby sues, we don’t fool around. Every www.charlescountymd.gov/ Please send your comments or test known to man was performed, services/animal-care-control/tri- but other than a little fluid around ideas to: shelbys.wanderings@ya- hoo.com or find me on Facebook. county-animal-shelter Thursday, February 11, 2021 The County Times Calendar 21 St. Mary's

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Did you re- changes, such as healthy eating available to chat with students and St. John’s Church in Hollywood ceive an injury while on active habits, physical activity and posi- help navigate their future transfer is hosting a drive-thru pancake duty and are now filing for disabil- tive stress management, which experience. RSVPs are required and sausage supper on Feb. 16 ity through the Veterans Adminis- can prevent or delay the onset of to access Zoom information. Free. from 5 p.m. to 7:30p.m. Each meal tration (VA)? The Disabled Ameri- Type 2 diabetes. This free pro- csmd.edu/transferthursdays includes four pancakes, two sau- can Veterans organization is here gram includes 16 weekly sessions, sages, plus topping of choice: sau- to assist you with those VA forms followed by monthly sessions for Tobacco Cessation Program sage gravy, blueberry, apple and at no cost to you. These men and ongoing support from a lifestyle The Tobacco Cessation Program strawberry. women (who are disabled veterans) coach. Register at www.smchd. is free and that takes place over the The cost is $5 per person. are volunteers who ensure you are org/dpp. course of 8 weeks (weekly 1 hour St. John’s Church is taking pre- placing the proper information in sessions). Participants learn behav- orders for number of meals and the proper blocks and advise you Ongoing time of pick up. on common mistakes that are made ioral modifications, stress manage- COVID-19 Appointment-Free Please e-mail Mike Thompson at on these VA forms. Their spaces ment, and other techniques to help Testing [email protected] are toward the rear of the building them quit using tobacco products. Lexington Park Office: To order on site, drive up to St. on the left side. Stop by and see if Next Series: Thursdays, February Tuesday and Thursday from 8:00 John’s School’s main door, where we can be of assistance to you. No 4, 2021 – April 15, 2021 from 1:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. you will order and pay. appointment necessary. – 2:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Then pull ahead to the corner Learn more or register at: www. from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. door between the school and Msgr. smchd.org/tobacco Thursday, February 18 46035 Signature Lane, Lexing- Harris Center for pick up. CSM Transfer Thursday ton Park (co-located with U-Haul Diabetes Prevention Program Virtual; 11 a.m. Moving & Storage) The Diabetes Prevention Pro- Wednesday, February CSM hosts Transfer institutions For assistance or accommoda- gram helps participants establish 17 virtually each Thursday from 11 tions, call ahead to (301) 862-1680 and stick with positive lifestyle Wayback Wednesdays a.m. - 2 p.m. Representatives from Leonardtown Office: changes, such as healthy eating We hope you're loving our week- two different institutions will be Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. habits, physical activity and posi- ly video series showing some of available to chat with students and – 12:00 p.m. tive stress management, which the stories that make St. Mary’s help navigate their future transfer 21580 Peabody Street, can prevent or delay the onset of County’s history so unique and in- experience. RSVPs are required Leonardtown Type 2 diabetes. This free pro- teresting. We thought this would to access Zoom information. Free. For assistance or accommoda- gram includes 16 weekly sessions, be a fun way to bring our closed csmd.edu/transferthursdays tions, call ahead to (301) 475-4330 followed by monthly sessions for museums to you while we all keep SMCHD COVID-19 Testing: ongoing support from a lifestyle our social distance. Join us every Tobacco Cessation Program Walk up for testing, parking is coach. Register at www.smchd. week for short videos featuring The Tobacco Cessation Program available org/dpp. everything from the quirky to the is free and that takes place over the Appointment-free fascinating - tune in! We have sev- course of 8 weeks (weekly 1 hour No doctor’s order needed Friday, February 12 eral episodes in the playlist! Face- sessions). Participants learn behav- Free of Charge (no out-of-pocket Beth Israel Synagogue Shabbat book.com/SCIMuseum ioral modifications, stress manage- cost, co-payment, co-insurance, Services Online ment, and other techniques to help etc.) 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Virtual Lecture them quit using tobacco products. Bring health insurance informa- Shabbat evening services are be- Major General Charles Bolden Next Series: Thursdays, February tion and identification, if possible ing held online due to COVID19. (ret.), former NASA administrator 4, 2021 – April 15, 2021 from 1:00 – Uninsured community members Beth Israel Synagogue will hold will discuss “My Journey to Nasa – 2:00 p.m. are welcome. online services EVERY FRIDAY and Becoming a Soft Power Advo- at 7 PM. Check our website calen- cate.” Bolden, a former NASA ad- dar (bethisraelmd.weebly.com/cal- ministrator, retired USMC Major endar.html) for event details. General, and former astronaut who flew on four space shuttle missions, Tuesday, February 16 will discuss his personal experi- ences, the leadership challenges he Grief Support Group faced, and how he addressed diver- Calvary Chapel; 7 p.m. sity and inclusion goals along his Help and encouragement after path to success. With a focus on the the death of a spouse, child, fam- future, Bolden will challenge the ily member, or friend. The sup- audience to consider what can be port group meets weekly. You are accomplished when people dream welcome to begin attending at any big together. The St. Mary’s Col- point. You’ll find it to be a warm, lege Office of Inclusive Diversity, caring environment and will come Equity, Access, and Accountabil- to see your group as an “oasis” on ity is also a sponsor of this event, 22 Obituaries The County Times Thursday, February 11, 2021 John Sheldon Howe All Funeral Services will be ried Don Schaller, then U.S. Army, Dale Nickerson, Collin Matthew private. on June 9, 1946, and emigrated to Nickerson, Robert Tyler Pegg, Rob- John Shel- America and settled in Baltimore, ert Reyes Schaller, Jr., and Emmett don Howe, Jr, Caridad Angelina Roa MD. In 1951, she and Don, and his Michael Schaller. Honorary pall- passed away parents, Emmett and Lola Schaller bearers are Richard Lombardi and on January 27, Schaller moved to Compton, MD to start a Jhoanna Roa. 2021. He was Caridad An- family business called Don’s Super- born on Au- Donald Gale Cooke gelina Roa ette, a general merchandise store. gust 1, 1943 to S c h a l l e r , Helping Don run the store would be the late John Donald Gale known fondly her first duty until her 4 children S. Howe, Sr. Cooke, 80, of as Carrie, 95, of were born. As the children were and Mary Evelyn Howe. He worked Mechanicsville Compton, MD growing, Carrie became very active many positions at the St. Mary’s Ice passed away passed away in the community including at her and Fuel for over 35 years and went surrounded by peacefully at beloved church, St. Francis Xavier to Burch Oil when they acquired the his family on home surround- where she played the organ and di- company in 1995, where he contin- February 6, ed by her fam- rected the choir for many years. She ued as an HVAC tech until retiring 2021. He was ily on January 22, 2021. She was helped organize the 300th anniver- in 2016. born in Balti- born on May 12, 1925 in Manila, sary of St. Francis Xavier Church in He leaves behind his wife, Doris, more, MD to Philippines and was the daughter of 1962. She was an advocate for youth his sons, John Michael (Linda) of the late Elmon and Edith Cooke on the late Remberto Duterte Roa and activities, serving as a girl scout Rancho Cucamonga, CA John III April 19, 1940. He is survived by Juanita Mina Roa. Carrie was the leader, on school PTAs, and very “Binks” (Caroline) of Hollywood, his siblings William Cooke (Kathy) former wife of the late Donald Le- active in the early days of recreation MD, James Matthew (Norma) of and Patricia Rawlings (Bill). He was Roy “Don” Schaller who preceded and parks programs in St. Mary’s Leonardtown, MD and Philip Wal- preceded in death by sisters Eliza- her in death on April 8, 2000. Carrie County. lace “Wally” of Hollywood, MD. beth (“Betty”) Flerlage and Adele is survived by her children, Robert In her own right, Carrie was a tal- His grandchildren, Sean Michael of Peed and grandson Brogan Kade Reyes “Bob” Schaller, Sr. (Valinda ented pianist, and loved all kinds Lexington Park, MD, Sheldon Starr Ruppert. “Wendy”) of Leonardtown, MD, of music. She passed this gift on of Orlando, FL, Jaiden Quin and Don married the love of his life Iris Ann Schaller (Paul) of Leonar- to her children and others. Later in Ashtyn Seara of Hollywood, MD, Kitty (Townshend) on May 21, 1960. dtown, MD, Maria Juanita Nicker- life, she became an avid coin col- Clyde Matthew of Leonardtown, He is survived by his son Gregg son (William “Nick”) of Compton, lector, picture organizer, and a se- MD and great-grandson Camden Cooke and Melinda Cooke Ruppert MD, 11 grandchildren and 12 great rious timeshare vacation organizer. Reese of Lexington Park, MD. His and son in-law Kobey Ruppert. He grandchildren, and sibling, Fran- She loved to travel. If you needed sisters Susie Russell (Bobby) and is also survived by two grandchil- cisco Mina Roa of Manila, Philip- a ride cross-country, Carrie was Betty Greenberg (Mark). dren Keilan Chayce Ruppert and pines. She was preceded in death by available. She was a free spirit, her In addition to his parents, John Leah Cooke. her son, Donald Michael “Danny” energy, determination, and friendly was predeceased by his sister Mary- Don served a printing apprentice- Schaller, and siblings, Josefina Roa smile are what stood out. Carrie also ann Shaw of Oregon, Dorothy Skok ship in 1961 and then worked as a Segura, Lourdes Roa Hartendorp, loved to be outside working in the of Great Mills, MD and brothers, hot metal typesetter. Over the years Guillermo Mina Roa, and Manuel yard, tending to the many flower James Howe of Hollywood, MD and he held various positions in the Mina Roa. beds and picking at those stubborn Paul of Leonardtown, MD. weeds. She got the most pleasure printing industry which included Carrie, a native Filipino, mar- from spending time with her family, starting his own company, Marco friends, grandchildren, and espe- Composition. He ended his lifetime cially the great-grandchildren. She of hard work as a bailiff for the Cir- knew everyone’s birthday and made cuit Court of Calvert County, retir- sure to call and sing happy birthday ing in 2018. to them on their special day. Don was a “jack of all trades” such Brinsfield Carrie touched so many during her as doing different jobs such as car Life Celebration Homes & long and full life. Her purpose was repair, carpentry, plumbing, elec- to lift others, to see past adversity trical repair and home renovation. Our Family Crematory His love for his faith and church Serving Yours to possibilities and opportunities, to smile and leave others smiling. led to projects and service that in- Traditional Funerals, Cremation Services, For her family, her primary mission cluded producing and printing the on this earth was to keep her entire church bulletin, lay reader, Eucha- Memorial Packages & Pre-need Services Provided family together as one unit. Carrie’s ristic minister and acolyte training. He had a passion for community in- family extended to relatives and friends from all over, reaching half- volvement and was a former mem- way around the world. She owned ber of the Brandywine VFD, Bran- several timeshares and relished in dywine Lions Club, Community Support Systems and the Masonic Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A. scheduling timeshare vacations for many of her Filipino relatives here Lodge. 22955 Hollywood Road and abroad. Some would include Don was diagnosed with mild cog- Leonardtown, MD 20650 her, but most would not. Enjoyment nitive impairment in 2011. Alzheim- 301-475-5588 at a vacation spot was her gift to so er’s eventually took over his life but many. She would also arrange many he remained the same calm, funny, family gatherings at Maria and patient and cooperative person he Nick’s homestead on Combs Creek, always was; always wanting to help where she lived and where all still others. Alzheimer’s stole a lot from call home. Even though her time on him but did not diminish his hearty Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A. earth is over, her light will shine on laugh and creative one liners. A fall on January 20th changed all of 30195 Three Notch Road in all of us! Funeral services at this time will that and his whole world, and ours, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622 be private. In lieu of flowers, a char- crashed. After just a few short days 301-472-4400 itable contribution to Hospice of St. in hospice care and with compas- Mary’s County in Callaway or St. sionate caregivers at home he was Francis Xavier Church in honor of comforted and loved by his family Carrie Schaller is requested. Due to until his final hour. Covid restrictions a Celebration of Family will receive family and Family owned and operated for two generations Life Memorial will be scheduled at friends for Don’s memorial service a later date when it’s safe to do so. on Saturday, February 13th from Serving as pallbearers will be 1:00-3:30 pm at Brinsfield Funeral www.brinsfieldfuneral.com William Jess Nickerson III, Brian Home & Crematory, Charlotte Hall. Thursday, February 11, 2021 The County Times Obituaries 23

A Masonic prayer service will be- William “Billy” Eben Kimberly Hobbs (Stewart) of West- late James Alfred Kelley and Agnes gin at 1:45 followed by a memorial minster, MD and in-laws, Michael Delores Smart of Hollywood, MD. service officiated by the Reverend Woods, Jr Williams (Rebecca) of Mechanics- She was a devoted sister to Bruce John Ball. Interment will be held in ville, MD, Ricky Eastburn (Patty) Kelley. the spring. In lieu of flowers dona- W i l l i a m of LaPlata, MD and many nieces, An educated woman, she worked tions may be made to Masonic Cen- “Billy” Eben nephews and extended family. Billy as a Contract Officer for US Merit tennial Lodge 174, Upper Marlboro Woods, Jr., 48, is preceded in death by his father, Systems Protections Board. She was (scholarship fund), Hospice of St. of Mechan- William Eben Woods, Sr. and fa- a dedicated employee for over thir- Mary’s and St. Paul’s Episcopal Par- icsville, MD ther-in-law Michael Williams Sr. ty-eight (38) years. During her time, ish, Baden, MD. passed away In lieu of flowers, donations may she shared many of life’s milestones on Wednesday, be made in Billy’s name to Living with coworkers and memories of her Jordan Andrew Topolski February 3, Word Community Church, 39371 inherent joy will bring them peace 2021 at Med- Harpers Corner Road, Mechanics- at this time. Jordan An- Star Franklin ville, MD 20659. Freda was a wonderful woman, drew Topolski, Square Medical Center in Balti- Billy's preference would have but her greatest accomplishment 29 of Mechan- more, MD after a brief illness. been to support a food drive run by was being a mother and grandmoth- icsville, MD He was born on June 23, 1972 in a group of individuals in Charles er. The love and guidance she gave passed away LaPlata, Maryland to William Eben County. You can drop a food do- to her son, Booker made him into an on February 4, Woods, Sr. and Joan (Dyer) Woods. nation to my office or DeHanas honorable man that she respected. 2021. Billy married his beautiful bride, Real Estate 1218 Smallwood Dr W, She loved seeing her son, become He was born Michelle Woods, on September 5, Waldorf, MD 20603. This not an a father himself and being with her on November 1992 and they spent 28 years to- organized charity but just a group grandchildren brought her great joy. 26, 1991 in gether growing in marriage and of people. All funds given to them Style, class and the life of the par- Leonardtown, MD to Mark Edward love. They were blessed with two (2) are used to purchase food. You can ty, all describe the bright light that Topolski and Amy Lynn Reeger wonderful and kind children, Zach- write a check to Interstate Title (my was Freda. She had an extensive and Topolski. ary and Christina. company), if you want, and mail it enviable clothing and shoe collec- Jordan is a lifelong resident of A dedicated husband and father, to my office in Charlotte Hall or tion that she happily added to ev- St. Mary’s County. He attended Billy supported his family over the you can mail a check to the DeHa- ery chance she got. When ‘momma’ Chopticon High School and was years as a truck driver, general con- nas office. Their phone number is called, Freda was always ready to employed for over three years as a tractor and his final love, as a farm- 301-870-1717. Billy always felt that get in the car for a shopping excur- maintenance technician in property er. He appreciated a hard day’s work in this great county NO ONE should sion. They were practically insepa- management until COVID caused and a good night’s sleep. His dedi- go hungry. This thought always dis- rable when it came to going out on him to be laid off. He was a com- cation to the land he cultivated and gusted him. You will not be able to the town. She enjoyed going to the petitive and skilled goalie for ice livestock he tended showed his deep get a tax receipt for this donation movies, dances, car shows and soft- hockey and roller hockey since he love of the great outdoors. Billy en- as they are just folks filling a need ball games. She looked forward to was nine years old. He played for joyed the clucking of the chickens within our community. We have al- the spring and summer so she could several rec leagues, various travel and crow of the rooster. It takes a ways felt a donation from the heart go crabbing or sit in the bleachers teams including, Bowie Travel and strong work ethic and unwavering did not need a tax receipt. during a ball game. She was the best Navy Youth Travel, Leonardtown devotion to be a farmer and Billy Condolences to the family may cook and her homemade macaroni High School and most recently on encompassed these admirable attri- be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. and cheese was a family favorite. men’s recreational leagues. He was butes. He was a wonderful man who com. Whether you knew her as Veroni- an avid Washington Capitals fan loved God, his family and friends Arrangements by the Brinsfield ca, Moms, Grandma V, Alfreda, sis- and Pittsburgh Steeler fan. He was with his whole heart. Funeral Home & Crematory, P.A. ter, cuz or friend, you knew a won- a big fan of Brayden Holtby. He en- During his many years in con- derful woman. A shining light has joyed studying history, whether it struction as a general contractor Bil- Veronica Alfreda “Freda” been extinguished but if you look was reading books, watching docu- ly believed that you should always up into the night sky she will be the mentaries on the history channel do your best work and the words Bullock brightest showing you she will con- or other historical movies. He was “it’s good enough” never crossed his Veronica Al- tinue lighting up the sky for you. a trivia wiz, and prided himself on lips. He took pride in the projects Freda is survived by her son having “a lot of useless knowledge.” he completed on the homes of his freda “Freda” Bullock, 63, Booker Terrance Bullock, daugh- He enjoyed fishing for catfish with friends, family and clients. ter in-law Euniqua Bullock, two his friend Tyler. He also enjoyed Billy had a deep belief in the Lord of Lexing- ton Park, MD granddaughters; Keziah Bullock & family vacations and reunions to the and a strong tie to his Christian Kalahni Bullock, mother Agnes D. Outer Banks in North Carolina. Jor- church family. He felt deeply for earned her angel wings after Kelley, brother Bruce Kelley, sister dan loved his family, especially his everyone he met. This deep belief in-law Francis “Tina” Kelley, Three sister Macie. in the Lord could be seen in all he a courageous battle with can- Nephews; Justin D. Oliver (Wife Ti- In addition to his parents, Jordan did with the attention to detail he ara), Julian D. Oliver and Maurice is also survived by his sister, Ma- placed on anything he put his hands cer on February 4, 2021. She was born on September D. Kelley and one great niece Jor- cie Topolski, his grandparents, Rob- to work on. dyn D. Oliver. ert and Mary Reeger; his aunts and If you knew him as Billy, Dad, 7, 1957 in Leonardtown, MD to the uncles: Sheila Rishel (Jim), Steve brother or friend you were hon- Topolski (Jeannette), Joseph Topol- ored to know this amazing man. ski, Jeff Topolski, Mike Topolski, His laugh will ring in the wind, his Kathleen Stone (Jim), Steve Topol- smile will shine down upon you and ski (Teri), Marta Topolski, Rhon- his love will surround you daily. He da Kocevar (Sam), Robert Reeger will live on in your lives through (Joann), Ronald Reeger (Deb), the wonderful and priceless memo- Marie Hebert (Rick), and Randal ries you made with him. He will be Lynda J. Striegel Reeger (Marylee); and cousins, ex- missed far and wide by those who tended family and friends. . knew him well and those who only REVOCABLE LIVING TRUSTS • BUSINESS LAW Memorial contributions may be knew him a little. WILLS • PROBATE ADMINISTRATION made to Christ Episcopal Church, In addition to his beloved wife, POWERS OF ATTORNEY • LIVING WILLS P.O. Box 8, 37497 Zach Fowler Michelle, he is survived by his chil- SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS FOR DISABLED INDIVIDUALS Road, Chaptico, MD 20621. dren: Zachary Edward Woods of Lyn speaks to many groups regarding Estate Planning & would Condolences to the family may Mechanicsville, MD and Christina be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. Sharon Woods of Lusby, MD; moth- be happy to speak to yours. Lyn also offers complimentary com. er, Joan Woods, of Mechanicsville, Estate Planning Classes the Third Wednesday of Each Month Arrangements by the Brinsfield MD; and mother-in-law, Sharon at 11AM at 8906 Bay Avenue • North Beach, MD 20714. Funeral Home, P.A. Williams of Mechanicsville, MD. He is also survived by his sister, 301-855-2246 • www.legalstriegel.com 24 Obituaries The County Times Thursday, February 11, 2021

Freda was proceeded in death by eryone looked forward to her annual of Baltimore, MD, aunts, uncle, Lewis, Cynthia Stewart, David her father James Alfred Kelley and Christmas letters. Patricia loved cousins, and many extended fam- Elmo, Harold George III, Rosemary husband Booker T. “Tee” Bullock her fur babies, Elsie and Johnny ily and friends. She was preceded George, Elizabeth Custer, Danielle The family will receive friends for Cash, more than anything. in death by her sister, Monica L. Tompkins, Jeffrey Lewis Jr., Alexa Veronica’s Visitation on Thursday, In addition to her mother, she is Smith, her father, Matthew Smith, Gauldin, Lacie Winkle and William February 11, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. survived by her siblings, Shirley and her grandfather, Daniel Brutch. Parillo; and nineteen (19) great- to 12:00 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of (Nelson) Stewart Lam of Cheektow- A Memorial Service will be held grandchildren and several nephews Mary Catholic Church, 22381 Three aga, NY, Marilyn (Alex) Julia Lech- at the Church of Christ, 44850 St. and nieces. She had a wonderful Notch Road, Lexington Park, MD ner of Walkill, NY, and Rubyann Andrews Church Rd, California, relationship with all of her family 20653. A Mass of Christian Burial (Steven) Marie Raizman of Pough- MD 20619 on Sunday, February and was loved by everyone who met will take place at 12:00 p.m. also at keepsie, NY and several nieces and 14th at 2:00 PM. her. Our Mother, Grandmother and Immaculate Heart of Mary and offi- nephews. She was preceded in death Condolences to the family may Great Grandmother will be missed ciated by Deacon Juan Ortiz. Inter- by her siblings Victoria June Stew- be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. terribly by all of us. We love you ment will follow immediately in the art and James David Stewart. Her com. more Mom! church cemetery. long-term partner Charlie Saine Arrangements by the Brinsfield Services will be held at a later Condolences may be made to the died in 2016. Funeral Home, P.A. date in Milford, CT. family at www.brinsfieldfuneral. She will be interred at Cedar Hill In lieu of flowers, the family com Cemetery in Newburgh, NY with Ethel Virginia Lewis would request donations be made to All arrangements have been made her grandfather, James Sutton Fowl- Hospice of St. Mary’s, PO Box 625, at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., er, who called her Doodlebug. Ethel Virgin- Leonardtown, MD 20650. Leonardtown, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial con- ia Lewis (Boyn- Condolences may be made at tributions may be made to Hospice ton) known as www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Patricia Joyce Frank of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonar- Ginny, 89, of All arrangements have been made dtown, MD 20650 or to First Saints Great Mills, at Brinsfield Funeral Home, Leon- Patricia Joyce Community Church of St. George MD passed ardtown, Maryland. Frank, 66, of Island. peacefully on Tall Timbers, Condolences may be made at January 30, Harry Earl Justice MD, passed www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. 2021 at her away peace- Arrangements by the Brinsfield home. She was AK1 Harry fully on Febru- Funeral Home, P.A. born in Bridgeport, Connecticut to Earl Justice, ary 1, 2021 at the late Theodore Boynton and Al- USN (Ret.), 85, Hospice House Marissa Jean Smith ice Boynton on August 20, 1931. of Hollywood, of St. Mary’s Her family consisted of four sis- MD, passed County in Marissa Jean ters, Elanor Sullivan, Dorthy Frank, away on Febru- Callaway. Smith, 35, of Lillian Juliano, Barbara Gale and ary 2, 2021 at Patricia was born on January 11, Great Mills, one brother, Theodore Boynton of Calvert Memo- 1955 in West Point, NY to Patricia J. MD passed Milford. rial Hospital in Fowler Stewart and the late William away on Febru- Ginny moved to Milford Connect- Prince Frederick, MD. L. Stewart. ary 1, 2021 at icut when she was thirteen (13). She He was born on October 17, 1935 Patricia was born and raised in her home. met the love of her life, James W. Penns Grove, NJ to the late Earl Jus- the Hudson Valley and left to attend Born March Lewis Sr. when she was a young girl tice and Edith Keen Justice. college in Florida. Life moved her 24, 1985 in Bal- of fourteen (14). They were married Harry served in the United States to North Carolina then Philadelphia, timore, MD, she is the daughter of at twenty (20) and stayed in Milford Navy from 1957 until retirement in finally moving to Maryland in 1995 Evelyn Rassa Summerlin and the to raise five children. They owned 1976 as AK1. He was employed as where she made St. Mary’s County late Matthew Smith. Marissa was and operated New England Electric a Supply Clerk for a Government her home. Even though she was a true “Diamond in the Rough”. Construction Company in Bridge- Contractor. Harry spent his sum- raised in the North, she embraced Known to have a huge heart with an port, CT until James took ill in 1984 mers with his mother and they cel- the southern lifestyle including the extremely sensitive side and caring and later passed away in 1986. In ebrated Christmas together every tradition of preparing and eating personality, she was also known to 2010, Ginny moved to Maryland year in August. He loved shopping stuffed ham, oysters, and Maryland have a very strong personality and where she resided with her daugh- for …. and watching NASCAR rac- crab. She was employed at McKay’s expressed herself in a clear, raw, ter Cynthia and son-in-law, Harold es and often went to Charlotte, NC working in the deli and bakery for and uncut manner. She was just as and enjoyed being closer with her to watch live. Family was the most 19 years before retiring in 2017. Her much into hair, makeup, and fash- daughter, Cathy and son-in-law, important to him and he cherished job fit her well because of her pas- ion as she was into hobbies such as Will and her grandchildren. spending time with them as well as sion for cooking and baking. Patri- boxing. Marissa’s greatest achieve- Ginny would often tell her fam- his King Charles Cavalier Spaniel cia led an active lifestyle, partici- ment was her daughter, Arianna. ily about the adventures of buying named….. He had a special relation- pating in many groups and clubs, as She had a huge place in her heart old homes and rehabbing them. She ship with both of his children and well as keeping up with her many for her family and also had a spe- loved flipping houses with her hus- was honored to be the best man at hobbies, such as scrapbooking, cial love for animals; especially for band, they once restored a 200-year- his son’s wedding. making cards, gardening, and wa- her Pomeranian, Riley. She adored old home with help from a few con- He is survived by his children, tercolors. She was a Ham Radio op- elephants, comparing herself to tractors. The later became part of Deborah Leah Justice of Hollywood, erator throughout her life. She also them in the sense she had a memory the historical society, as they were MD and John Davidson ”David” followed NASCAR and the Wash- like an elephant. Her presence was about to maintain most of the origi- Justice, Jr. (Susan) of Hollywood, ington Redskins. She loved going undeniable and she will be greatly nal form. MD; 5 grandchildren, Shannon San- to the opera and to plays. She was missed. A talented artist, Ginny enjoyed chez, Stephanie Spicer, Shawn Jus- the president of the UMW Women’s In addition to her loving mother, making ceramics, knitting and sew- tice, John Davidson Justice, Jr., and Group for First Saints Communi- Evelyn Rassa Summerlin and step- ing. She made beautiful ceramics Jeffrey Allen Justice, 7 great grand- ty Church of Saint George Island, father, Stephen C. Summerlin of for her family that they will cherish children, Jasmine, Angel, Demarco, where she also attended service and Lexington Park, MD, she is also for many generations. She loved to Elizabeth, Ava, Karma, and Trintin, taught Vacation Bible School. She survived by her daughter, Arianna make costumes for her grandchil- and 1 great-great child, April. He is was also the Church Historian. One A. Montgomery of Lexington Park, dren and they still remember speak- preceded in death by his parents. of her interests was researching MD, her sisters Maria K. Smith of ing about Nana’s “costumes”. Condolences to the family may her family history as well as help- Lexington Park, MD, Marta Hirsh- Ginny was both adored and loved be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. ing others do theirs. This led her to man of Washington, D.C., and Mi- by her five (5) children, James W. com. become a member of the St. Mary’s chele Hapsis of Baltimore, MD, Lewis, Jr. (Suzanne), Linda K. Ga- Arrangements by the Brinsfield County Genealogical Society over her nephews Amer Smith of Great glione, Cynthia J. George (Harold), Funeral Home, P.A. 20 years ago. She was also an ac- Mills, MD and Kaedon R. Smith Jeffrey D. Lewis and Catherine tive member in the Red Hat Soci- of Lexington Park, MD, her niece, M. Parillo (William). She is also Martha Jane Schuman ety. She was a “people” person who Jolisa T. Thompson, of Great Mills, survived by her twelve (12) grand- loved to start up a conversation. Ev- MD, her grandmother, Mary Brutch children, James Lewis III, Patrick Martha Jane Schuman (Thorne), 79, of California MD, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021 The County Times Obituaries 25

peacefully at ten (10) wonderful years together. ing woman where she spent years A Mass of Christian Burial will her home on They had four wonderful children, with Chaptico Market and The be celebrated by Fr. Paul Nguyen at Thursday, Feb- Alexis, Taylor, Connor and Carley. Halfway House. Even after work- St. George’s Catholic Church, Val- ruary 4, 2021. He worked as a Steamfitter for the ing a double shift she would come ley Lee, MD on March 3rd, 2021 Martha was Local 602 since his graduation from home and cook a homemade meal at 1 p.m. for her immediate fam- born April 3, high school. He loved his job and for Marc and his friends. ily. Interment to follow. Mass will 1941 in Mead- made great friends and memories Janice loved everything about be livestreamed via the Internet for ows, Maryland working with his buddies. the beach and enjoyed taking time those unable to attend due to the to the late Rich- An amazing father, Scott loved with her family in the sand. Janice current health and safety because of ard and Marga- his family above all else. He enjoyed would take the grandchildren, a loaf COVID-19 restrictions. ret Thorne. She was one (1) of seven camping in the RV with his ATV in of bread, deli meat or peanut butter (7) children. tow. A man born with sea legs, he and jelly to be at the pool all day Frances Budzik (Daniels) Martha graduated from Frederick enjoyed sunny days on the boat and long. There was never enough time Sasser High School in 1959. She then dropping a line in the water. Always in the sun. Janice loved the compa- F r a n c e s met the very handsome and charm- the life of the garage pool party, he ny of her birds and many knew her Budzik (Dan- ing, Jimmie Schuman. It was love at was the first to shotgun a Bud Light for them. She would open the cages iels) passed first sight and together they shared while sitting around the campfire. and let them fly around the house away on Feb- 35 years of delightful marriage be- You never had to worry about find- to sit on her shoulder and keep her ruary 5, 2021. fore his passing in September, 2013. ing someone to do a shot with when company; all of which she would She was born Martha supported her family by he was hanging out with you. He name after liquor brands. Janice on Elliott Street working as a secretary for the U.S. was very proud of his marksman- spent time with family and friends, in the neighbor- Air Force on Andrews Air Force ship and his target shooting. A man always being the life of the party hood of Canton, Base, for 15 years. She had a strong with a heart of gold, strength of with her wild jokes that would make in Baltimore, work ethic and excelled at her job. superman and soul of a hero, Scott you laugh until your face hurt. MD to the late Charles Daniels and As much as she loved her job, she was the best husband and father to Janice is survived by her only Regina Malinowski Daniels. loved staying at home with her four his beautiful family. son Marc Ryan Gill Sr. (Jennifer As a little girl Frances loved (4) children. Nothing meant more to He strived to be the best and to Gassman), Crystal Gill (Tom Aylor) watching the flag fly over Fort Martha than family. She was proud care for others in a selfless manner. and her grandchildren: Alyssa McHenry. After she graduated from of being a homemaker and provid- Our superman has gone to heaven Varnell-Gill, Shianne Gill, Marc high school, she worked for Schlen- ing a wonderful home for her fam- leaving behind a lifetime of sweet “Ryan” Gill Jr., Jasmine Herbert, izer’s in the Sewing Department as ily. She felt blessed to have such memories, laughter and love. Jaden Herbert and Aleeah Gill. Jan- a skilled and accomplished seam- wonderful children so when she be- Scott is survived by his ador- ice is also survived by her sisters, stress. In 1955, she married her late came a grandmother she was over ing wife, Christina Diane Led- Teresa Thompson, Diane Hogan and husband, Paul Budzik and they lived the moon with love. Baking and man of Mechanicsville, MD; chil- Brenda Kirkpatrick an many nieces, in West Inverness. They celebrated cooking with her grandchildren, and dren, Alexis Ledman, Taylor Led- nephews and cousins. over 62 years of marriage before his making so many fond memories. A man, Connor Strafella and Carley The family is welcoming friends passing in 2018. Fran and Paul had beautiful day, she enjoyed sitting Strafella. He is also survived by his on Thursday, February 11, 2021 four children: Annamarie Hack- outside with a good book feeling the parents, Renee Bouchard (Danny) from 5:00pm- 8:00pm, with a prayer man, Rosemary Konior (Kenneth), warmth of the sun and listening to of Mechanicsville, MD and Scott service celebrated by Reverend Joe Anthony Budzik (Kathryn) and the birds sing their songs. Ledman, Sr. (Natasha) of Mechan- Orlando at 7:00pm at Brinsfield Fu- Stanley Budzik (Yvette). She has Martha is survived by her chil- icsville, MD; and siblings: Michael neral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood four grandchildren whom she loved dren, Jimmie Dale Schuman, Jr. Ledman, Jake Ledman, Archie Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. sharing time with. She instilled her of Colorado Springs, CO, Gregory “Buddy” Goldsmith, Nikki Medlin Condolences to the family may patriotism, love of nature and shared McVerry of Mechanicsville, MD, and Kayla Bradley and many nieces be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. her sense of humor with them all. Bruce Schuman of Bath, NH, and and nephews and extended family com. In the 1960’s and 1970’s she helped daughter; Sharon McVerry of Fel- members. Arrangements by the Brinsfield start a physical education program ton, DE; and her brothers; James In lieu of flowers donations may Funeral Home, P.A. at Our Lady of Hope School. Fran Thorne of Mechanicsville, MD, and be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s was also a dedicated volunteer for John Thorne of Baltimore, MD. County, P.O. Box 625 Leonardtown, Elizabeth Anne Robertson West Inverness Recreation Council, She is preceded in death by par- MD 20650 or Mechanicsville Vol- where she also played woman’s soft- ents, Russell Thorne and Margaret unteer Fire Department, P.O. Box Elizabeth ball and managed the girls’ softball Thorne; her husband, Jimmie D. 37, Mechanicsville, MD 20659. Anne Robert- team. Fran continued to influence Schuman, Sr.; and siblings, Charles Condolences to the family may son, 79, passed the lives of young children by being Thorne, Paul Thorne, Ruth Alvey be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral. into eternal life the Den and Pack mother for Boy and Elsie Saylor. com. on Tuesday, Scouts Troop 354 and Girl Scout Condolences to the family may be Arrangements by the Brinsfield February 2nd, Troop 296. She will be remembered made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Funeral Home & Crematory, P.A. 2021. by many as the “Pretzel Lady” from All arrangements have been made Anne was Two Guys Department Store. Fran- by Brinsfield Funeral Home & Cre- Janice Lee Gill born in Wash- ces loved children and was a second matory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, MD. ington, DC on Sunday, August 3rd, mom to many in the neighborhood. Janice Lee 1941 to Stephen and Margaret Folk, She enjoyed swimming, camp- Scott Eric “Superman” Gill, 64, of Me- and raised in Montgomery County, ing, hiking and travelling. Though chanicsville, MD. She earned a Bachelor of Sci- Alzheimer’s robbed Fran of many Ledman, Jr. MD died at her ence Degree in Information Man- memories, she meant the world to home with her agement from The American Uni- many people who will hold memo- Scott Eric family Wednes- versity. Anne worked for nearly ries of her forever in their hearts. “Superman” day February 3, three decades with the National Frances will have a Celebration of Ledman, Jr., 2021. Institutes of Health. When she re- Life at a later date, in which family 41, of Mechan- She was born tired in 2003, she relocated to Piney and friends will be notified. icsville, MD on November Point, MD in St. Mary’s County. Memorial contributions may be passed away 12th, 1956 in Ashville, NC to the It was Anne’s expressed wish that made in her honor to the Alzheim- on February late Thomas and Audrey Pruitt. she would be memorialized by acts er’s Association of Maryland, 90665 2, 2021 at his On February 8, 1980 Janice mar- of kindness, charity and forgiveness Stanhaven Place, Suite 205D, White home with his ried her beloved husband, Robert to others. Plains, MD 20695. family by his side. Born on Novem- “Bob” Gill in Upper Marlboro, MD She is survived by a large family Condolences may be made at ber 11, 1979 in LaPlata, MD. He was where together they shared over 35 and many friends, all of whom have www.brinsfieldfuneral.com. the loving son of Scott Ledman, Sr. years of marriage. Janice and Rob- their favorite story about her. Arrangements by the Brinsfield and Renee (Mathews) Bouchard. ert came to Mechanicsville in 1983 She is preceded in death by her Funeral Home, P.A. Scott married the love of his life, with their son Marc. Janice was a brother, a daughter, son, and two Christina Diane Ledman, on No- dedicated mother and a hard-work- husbands. vember, 2013 and together they spent 26 Legals The County Times Thursday, February 11, 2021 Legal Notices

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND CASE NO: C18CV20-000282 CASE NO: C18CV20-000284

MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS, LLC and lying in Saint Mary’s County and MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS, LLC C/O KENNY LAW GROUP, LLC known as:) ST C/O KENNY LAW GROUP, LLC 11426 YORK ROAD, 1 FLOOR 11426 YORK ROAD, 1ST FLOOR COCKEYSVILLE, MARYLAND 45530 HICKORY HILLS CIR COCKEYSVILLE, MARYLAND 21030 21030 CALIFORNIA MD 20619 vs. vs. AND BRENDA SUE DAVIS JAMES B MORGAN Unknown Owner of the property 21605 COLUMBIA ST described as SERVE: 42209 RIDGE RD, SERVE: 45530 HICKORY HILLS follows: Property Tax ID 08-048878 on MECHANICSVILLE, MD 20659 CIR, CALIFORNIA MD the Tax Roll of Saint Mary’s County, 20619 the unknown owner’s heirs, devisees, SERVE: 45890 NOLTE COURT and personal representatives and their or CALIFORNIA, MD 20619 SERVE: 45885 SOUTH any of their heirs, devisees, executors, POTEAT COURT administrators, grantees, assigns, or (All persons having or claiming to have an interest in the prope1ty situate and CALIFORNIA MD 20619 successors in right, title and interest in lying in Saint Mary’s County and known as:) the prope1ty. AND 42209 RIDGE RD, AND MECHANICSVILLE, MD 20659 THE ESTATE OF PEGGY J MORGAN SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, AND MARYLAND SERVE: JAMES B MORGAN, Unknown Owner of the property 42209 RIDGE RD described as follows: PERSONAL SERVE ON: DAVID A. WEISKOPF, Property Tax ID 08-048878 on the Tax Roll of Saint Mary’s County, the unknown REPRESENTATIVE COUNTY ATTORNEY owner’s heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any of their heirs, 41770 BALDRIDGE ST devisees, executors, administrators, grantees, assigns, or successors in right, title 45530 HICKORY HILLS LEONARDTOWN, MD and interest in the prope1ty. CIR, CALIFORNIA MD 20650 20619 AND ORDER OF PUBLICATION AND The object of this proceeding is to SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND secure the foreclosure of all rights of PNC MORTGAGE, LLC redemption in the following property, SERVE ON: DAVID A. WEISKOPF, COUNTY ATTORNEY N/K/A PNC REVERSE cold by the Collector of taxes for 41770 BALDRIDGE STREET, MORTGAGE, LLC St. Mary’s County and the State of LEONARDTOWN, MD 20650 Maryland to the Plaintiff in these SERVE: PO BOX 11701 proceedings: ORDER OF PUBLICATION NEWARK, NJ 07101 LOT 6; SECTION I; P/O HICKORY The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of HILLS and assessed to JAMES redemption in the following property, cold by the Collector of taxes for St. Mary’s SERVE: 2711 CENTERVILLE RD, B MORGAN, JR and PEGGY J County and the State of Maryland to the Plaintiff in these proceedings: SUITE 44 MORGAN, also known as 45530 WILMINGTON, DE HICKORY HILLS CIR, Tax Account LOTS 500-21 BLK E; SEC 2 PLAT 62/28; SAINT MARY’S BEACH and assessed 19808 No. 08-060495 on the Tax Roll of the to BRENDA SUE DAVIS and also known 42209 RIDGE RD Tax Account No. Director of Treasury. 06-019897 on taz Roll of the Director of Treasury SERVE: CSC-LAWYERS The Complaint Foreclose Right INCORPORTING of Redemption states, among other The Complaint Foreclose Right of Redemption states, among other things, that the SERVICE COMPANY things, that the amounts necessary for amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid, although more than six (6) RESIDENT AGENT redemption have not been paid, although months from the date of sale has transpired. 7 SAINT PAUL ST. more than six (6) months from the date It is thereupon, this 30th day of December, 2020, by the Circuit Court for St. SUITE 1660 of sale has transpired. Mary’s County, Maryland. BALTIMORE, MD It is thereupon, this 30th day of 20878 December, 2020, by the Circuit Court for ORDERED, That notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some St. Mary’s County, Maryland. newspaper having a general circulation in Saint Mary’s County once a week for AND ORDERED, That notice be given three (3) successive weeks on or before the 30th day of February 2021, warning by the insertion of a copy of this Order all persons interested in the property to appear in this Court by the 30th day of B GEORGE BALLMAN, TRUSTEE in some newspaper having a general February 2021 and redeem the property described above and answer the circulation in Saint Mary’s County once Complaint or thereafter a Final Judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of SERVE: 461 LYNETTE ST a week for three (3) successive weeks on redemption in the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all GAITHERSBURG, MD or before the 30th day of February 2021, encumbrances. 20878 warning all persons interested in the property to appear in this Court by the Debra J. Burch AND 30th day of February 2021 and redeem Clerk of Court for the property described above and answer St. Mary’s County, Maryland SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND the Complaint or thereafter a Final URBAN DEVELOPMENT Judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in the property, and SERVE: 451 SEVENTH ST, SW vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and WASHINGTON, DC clear of all encumbrances. % 20410 LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWS Debra J. Burch SERVING ST. MARY'S COUNTY (All persons having or claiming to Clerk of Court for have an interest in the prope1ty situate St. Mary’s County, Maryland

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR ST. MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND CASE NO: C18CV20-000281 CASE NO: C18CV20-000280

MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS, LLC MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS, LLC C/O KENNY LAW GROUP, LLC C/O KENNY LAW GROUP, LLC 11426 YORK ROAD, 1ST FLOOR 11426 YORK ROAD, 1ST FLOOR COCKEYSVILLE, MARYLAND 21030 COCKEYSVILLE, MARYLAND 21030

vs. vs.

ARTHUR WILLIAM DARR MICHAEL DAVID COHEN

SERVE: 29856 JEFFERSON RD, SERVE: 23455 RIVER RD, MECHANICSVILLE, MD 20659 LEXINGTON PARK, MD 20653

AND AND

(All persons having or claiming to have an interest in the prope1ty situate and lying JASON BRANT COHEN in Saint Mary’s County and known as:) SERVE: 23455 RIVER RD, 29856 JEFFERSON RD, LEXINGTON PARK, MD 20653 MECHANICSVILLE, MD 20659 SERVE: 4545 NORTH WOODS TRAIL, HAMPSTEAD, MD 21074 AND AND Unknown Owner of the property 23455 RIVER RD described as follows: Property Tax ID 08-048878 on the Tax Roll of Saint Mary’s County, the unknown owner’s (All persons having or claiming to have an interest in the prope1ty situate and lying heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any of their heirs, in Saint Mary’s County and known as:) devisees, executors, administrators, grantees, assigns, or successors in right, title and interest in the prope1ty. 23455 RIVER RD, LEXINGTON PARK, MD 20653

AND AND

SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND Unknown Owner of the property 23455 RIVER RD described as follows: Property Tax ID 08-048878 on the Tax Roll of Saint Mary’s County, the unknown owner’s SERVE ON: DAVID A. WEISKOPF, COUNTY ATTORNEY heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any of their heirs, 41770 BALDRIDGE STREET devisees, executors, administrators, grantees, assigns, or successors in right, title LEONARDTOWN, MD and interest in the prope1ty.

ORDER OF PUBLICATION AND The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption in the following property, cold by the Collector of taxes for St. Mary’s County and SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND the State of Maryland to the Plaintiff in these proceedings: SERVE ON: DAVID A. WEISKOPF, COUNTY ATTORNEY LOT 557; SECTION 2; GOLDEN BEACH and assessed to ARTHUR WILLIAM 41770 BALDRIDGE STREET, LEONARDTOWN, MD DARR and, also known as 29856 JEFFERSON RD, Tax Account No. 05-008557 on the Tax Roll of the Director of Treasury. ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of redemption The Complaint Foreclose Right of Redemption states, among other things, that the in the following property, cold by the Collector of taxes for St. Mary’s County and amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid, although more than six (6) the State of Maryland to the Plaintiff in these proceedings: months from the date of sale has transpired. It is thereupon, this 30th day of December, 2020, by the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s Lot 2, Block B, Section Jc Plat 11/27; Town Creek Manor and assessed to County, Maryland. MICHAEL DAVID COHEN, also known as 23455 RIVER RD, Tax Account No. 08- 048878 on the Tax Roll of the Director of Treasury. ORDERED, That notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some The Complaint Foreclose Right of Redemption states, among other things, that the newspaper having a general circulation in Saint Mary’s County once a week for amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid, although more than six (6) three (3) successive weeks on or before the 30th day of February 2021, warning all months from the date of sale has transpired. persons interested in the property to appear in this Court by the 30th day of It is thereupon, this 30th day of December, 2020, by the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s February 2021 and redeem the property described above and answer the Complaint County, Maryland. or thereafter a Final Judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all ORDERED, That notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some encumbrances. newspaper having a general circulation in Saint Mary’s County once a week for three (3) successive weeks on or before the 30th day of February 2021, warning all Debra J. Burch persons interested in the property to appear in this Court by the 30th day of Clerk of Court for February 2021 and redeem the property described above and answer the Complaint St. Mary’s County, Maryland or thereafter a Final Judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all encumbrances.

Debra J. Burch Clerk of Court for If you would like to place a St. Mary’s County, Maryland LEGAL NOTICE contact [email protected] 28 Legals The County Times Thursday, February 11, 2021 Legal Notices

REQUEST FOR BIDS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND The Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. is currently soliciting bids CASE NO: C18CV20-000283 for a JW Fisher Side Scan Sonar model SSS-600K. This package shall include the following: MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS, LLC C/O KENNY LAW GROUP, LLC 1. Side Scan Sonar shall include 150 foot of cable with an additional 100 11426 York Road, 1st Floor foot cable with connectors and capable of adapting to the existing cable Cockeysville, Maryland 21030 and tow fish. (250 foot total) 2. Microsoft Surface 10.8 inch tablet computer mounted into the lid of vs. Sonar Processor Box. 3. Software for boat track and area scanned data DOROTHY JANE DAWE 4. Shipping Cost 5. Training with fire department personnel SERVE: 15388 POINT LOOKOUT RD, ST. INIGOES MD 20684 One (1) original and one (1) copy of the sealed bid should be addressed to John Gatton, Chief Engineer and marked “Sealed Bid for Marine Equipment”. The AND bids will be received at the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. at 13820 Point Lookout Road, P.O. Box 520, Ridge, MD 20680, until 7 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (All persons having or claiming to have an interest in the prope1ty situate and lying in on March 1,2021. At which time, the bids will be publicly opened and read. Saint Mary’s County and known as:)

Bids for comparable equipment will be accepted. The Ridge Volunteer 15388 POINT LOOKOUT RD, Fire Department, Inc. reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any ST. INIGOES MD 20684 informality in the proposals submitted when such waiver is in the best interest of the Department. AND

Inquiries concerning proposal information should be directed to John Unknown Owner of the property 15388 POINT LOOKOUT RD described as follows: Gatton, Chief Engineer, 301-872-5571 or at [email protected] Property Tax ID 08-048878 on the Tax Roll of Saint Mary’s County, the unknown owner’s heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any of their heirs, devisees, executors, administrators, grantees, assigns, or successors in right, title and IN THE MATTER OF MARY CAROL LYNN LANCASTER interest in the prope1ty. FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO CAROL LYNN LANCASTER AND In the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No.: C-18-FM-20-656 Notice (Adult) SERVE ON: DAVID A. WEISKOPF, COUNTY ATTORNEY 41770 BALDRIDGE STREET, The above Petitioner has filed a Petition for Change of Name in which he/ LEONARDTOWN, MD she seeks to change his/her name from MARY CAROL LYNN LANCASTER to CAROL LYNN LANCASTER. The petitioner is seeking a name change because: ORDER OF PUBLICATION Have always gone by Carol Lynn not Mary Carol Lynn. All legal documents are The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of listed as Carol Lynn Lancaster. redemption in the following property, cold by the Collector of taxes for St. Mary’s County and the State of Maryland to the Plaintiff in these proceedings: Any person may file an objection to the Petition on or before the 03/01/2021. The objection must be supported by an affidavit (written statement 1.01 AC; N/E MD RT 5; ST INIGOES and assessed to DOROTHY JANE DAWE confirmed by oath or affirmation) and served on the petitioner (Maryland Rule and, also known as 15388 POINT LOOKOUT RD, Tax Account No. 01-007130 on 1-321). If no timely objection is filed, the court may issue a default judgement or the Tax Roll of the Director of Treasury. grant the name change. The Complaint Foreclose Right of Redemption states, among other things, that the Debra J. Burch, amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid, although more than six (6) Clerk of Court for months from the date of sale has transpired. St. Mary’s County Maryland It is thereupon this 30th day of December, 2020, by the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland.

ORDERED, That notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some newspaper having a general circulation in Saint Mary’s County once a week for three (3) successive weeks on or before the 30th day of February 2021, warning all persons interested in the property to appear in this Court by the 30th day of February 2021 and redeem the property described above and answer the Complaint or thereafter a Final Judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption in the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all encumbrances.

Debra J. Burch Clerk of Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND Legal Notices CASE NO: C18CV20-000278 MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS, LLC C/O KENNY LAW GROUP, LLC AND IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND 11426 YORK ROAD, 1ST FLOOR CASE NO: C18CV20-000279 COCKEYSVILLE, MARYLAND (All persons having or claiming to have 21030 MUNICIPAL INVESTMENTS, LLC an interest in the property situate and C/O KENNY LAW GROUP, LLC lying in St. Mary’s County and known vs. 11426 YORK ROAD, 1ST FLOOR as:) COCKEYSVILLE, MARYLAND 21030 JOSEPH HUSICK, JR 20664 COLTON POINT RD vs. LA PLATA MD 20646 SERVE: 11 NORTH MAPLE AVE SW, #100 LA PLATA MD 20646 DENNIS L LANDIS AND

SERVE: 20664 COLTON POINT RD SERVE: 21605 COLUMBIA ST Unknown Owner of the property COLTONS POINT, MD 20626 LEXINGTON PARK MD 20653 20664 COLTON POINT RD described as follows: Property Tax ID 07-000111 SERVE: PO BOX 1628 AND on the Tax Roll of St. Mary’s County, the LA PLATA, MD 20646 unknown owner’s heirs, devisees, and pe THE ESTATE OF DENNIS L LANDIS sonal representatives and their or any of SERVE: 7050 HUSICK PLACE their heirs, devisees, executors, admin- LA PLATA, MD 20646 SERVE: PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE istrators, grantees, assigns, or successors 21605 COLUMBIA ST in right, title and interest SERVE: 20670 COLTONS POINT RD LEXINGTON PARK MD 20653 in the property. COLTONS POINT, MD 20626

AND AND SERVE: 20680 COLTS POINT RD

COLTONS POINT, MD 20626 DEBORAH A LANDIS ST. MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND

AND SERVE: 21605 COLUMBIA ST SERVE ON: DAVID A. WEISKOPF, LEXINGTON PARK MD 20653 COUNTY ATTORNEY ANDREA HUSICK 41770 BALDRIDGE STREET (All persons having or claiming to have an interest in the property situate and LEONARDTOWN, MD 20650 SERVE: 7915 BETHANY LN lying in Saint Mary’s County and known as:) LA PLATA, MD 20646 Defendants 21605 COLUMBIA ST SERVE: 20664 COLTON POINT RD LEXINGTON PARK MD 20653 * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * COLTONS POINT, MD 20626 * *

AND ORDER OF PUBLICATION SERVE: PO BOX 1628 The object of this proceeding is to LA PLATA, MD 20646 secure the foreclosure of all rights of re- Unknown Owner of the property 21605 COLUMBIA ST described as follows: Property Tax ID 08-048878 on the Tax Roll of Saint Mary’s County, the unknown demption in the following property de- SERVE: 7050 HUSICK PLACE owner’s heirs, devisees, and personal representatives and their or any of their heirs, scribed below in the State of Maryland, LA PLATA, MD 20646 devisees, executors, administrators, grantees, assigns, or successors in right, title sold by the Collector of Taxes for St. and interest in the prope1ty. Mary’s County and the State of Mary- SERVE: 20670 COLTONS POINT RD land to the Plaintiff in this proceeding: COLTONS POINT, MD 20626 AND LOTS 5 & 6; BLOCK C; GOLD- SERVE: 20680 COLTS POINT RD SAINT MARY’S COUNTY, MARYLAND EN SUBD and assessed to JOSEPH COLTONS POINT, MD 20626 HUSICK, JR and , also known as 20664 SERVE ON: DAVID A. WEISKOPF, COUNTY ATTORNEY COLTON POINT RD, Tax Account No. AND 41770 BALDRIDGE STREET 07-000111 on the Tax Roll of the Direc- LEONARDTOWN, MD 20650 tor of Treasury. BIRCHWOOD CAPITAL, LLC ORDER OF PUBLICATION The Complaint states, among other SERVE: 11240 REISTERSTOWN RD The object of this proceeding is to secure the foreclosure of all rights of things, that the amounts necessary OWINGS MILLS, MD 21117 redemption in the following property, cold by the Collector of taxes for St. Mary’s for redemption have not been paid County and the State of Maryland to the Plaintiff in these proceedings: although more than six (6) months and SERVE: 3200 COBB GALLERIA a day from the date of sale has expired. PKWY SUITE 250 LOT 500-19; SECTION 1 PLAT 10/2; CEDAR COVE and assessed to DENNIS It is thereupon, this 30th day of Decem- ATLANTA, GA L LANDIS and DEBORAH A LANDIS, also known as 21605 COLUMBIA ST, ber, 2021 by the Circuit Court for St. Tax Account No. 08-001715 on the Tax Roll of the Director of Treasury. Mary’s County: SERVE: NATIONAL REGISTERED ORDERED, That notice be given by AGENTS, INC., OF MARYLAND The Complaint Foreclose Right of Redemption states, among other things, that the the insertion of a copy of this Order RESIDENT AGENT amounts necessary for redemption have not been paid, although more than six (6) in some newspaper having a general 836 PARK AVE, SECOND FLOOR months from the date of sale has transpired. circulation in St. Mary’s County once a BALTIMORE, MD 21201 It is thereupon, this 30th day of December, 2020, by the Circuit Court for St. week for three (3) successive weeks on Mary’s County, Maryland. or before the 30th day of February 30th SERVE: 39 CLIFFWOOD RD 2021, warning all persons interested in BALTIMORE, MD 21206 ORDERED, That notice be given by the insertion of a copy of this Order in some the property to appear in this Court by newspaper having a general circulation in Saint Mary’s County once a week for the 30th day of February, 2021 and re- SERVE: T. GUY COOK, three (3) successive weeks on or before the 30th day of February 2021, warning deem the property described above and REGISTERED AGENT all persons interested in the property to appear in this Court by the 30th day of answer the Complaint or thereafter a Fi- 39 CLIFFWOOD RD February 2021 and redeem the property described above and answer the Complaint nal Judgment will be entered foreclosing BALTIMORE, MD 21206 or thereafter a Final Judgment will be entered foreclosing all rights of redemption all rights of redemption in the property, in the property, and vesting in the Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all and vesting in the AND encumbrances. Plaintiff a title, free and clear of all encumbrances. JOE E. HILL, JR., TRUSTEE Debra J. Burch Debra J. Burch Clerk of Court for SERVE: PO BOX 189 Clerk of Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland WOODBINE, MD 21797 St. Mary’s County, Maryland 30 BusinessDIRECTORYBusiness The County Times Thursday, February 11, 2021 Free S&L Trash-Out Removal JustCuttsLawns Estimate Vacant • Foreclosure Estate Pre-Spring Special Homes • Apartments We cleanout and dispose of items left behind. Additional Services: • Lawn care and Maintenance of lawn while property is vacant. • Basic cleaning of property Yard Clean up Brush Cleaning & Removal after debris is removed. 240-652-3381 Trimming shrubs Cut Beds & Mulch 301-884-4256 Call 301-556-8335 [email protected] All Services Insured

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