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CONTENTS
ST. MARY'S LOCAL NEWS 3
CALVERT LOCAL NEWS 5
COPS & COURTS 8 ON THE COVER
Frontline essential workers tell their stories in the time of COVID-19
ST. MARY'S COMMUNITY 10
CALVERT COMMUNITY 12
ST. MARY'S EDUCATION 15
OUR ESSENTIAL WORKERS 16
LOCAL 5 COMMUNITY 11
CALVERT EDUCATION 19 Calvert schools revise their behavioral program St. Mary’s museums hold virtual giving
for students days.
ENTERTAINMENT 21
OBITUARIES 22 “WE ARE NOT SNOOPING INTO
LETTER TO THE EDITOR 27 WHAT YOU ARE DOING.”
SPORTS 28 COUNTY EMS CHIEF SHAWN DAVIDSON ON THE STATE’S USE OF CELL PHONE TOWER
PINGS NOT NUMBERS TO MEASURE ADHERENCE TO THE STAY-AT-HOME ORDER.
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS 29
W EEK LY FO R E C AST
BUSINESS DIRECTORY 30
FUN AND GAMES 31
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in the building will be limited. Those that
not inside must queue outside in their cars.
Hora said she has been chatting with her
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beginning May 4.
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appropriate color to distribute.
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Calvert County
home order. The second phase of Hogan’s plan
“We have not had the very high spikes would raise the limits of people who can
that we’ve seen in other states,” Hogan congregate together as well as begin to
Government Reopens
said. “The number of COVID-19 cases open restaurants and bars “with signifi-
is still rising in Maryland. cant safety restrictions,” the governor
“[Under federal and scientific guide- said.
lines] Maryland is not able to lift our That could include limiting occupan-
Buildings Remain Closed to Public restrictions.”
Testing for the novel coronavirus was
cy in such establishments.
Under the third state of the plan large
set to vastly increase in Maryland, Ho- gatherings and events would reopen, as
gan said, and many more cases of the well as high-capacity restaurants and
virus were expected to be added to the bars.
current count. Hospital restrictions could also be
If Marylanders would continue to stay lifted, Hogan said, including the reinsti-
home, telecommute and practice social tution of family visits to nursing homes.
distancing, Hogan said, he was opti- guyleonard@countytimes.net
Calvert County Government offices for one another, and we will get through mistic the key metrics would decline or
reopened Monday, April 27 at 8:30 a.m.; this.”
however, buildings will remain closed to In accordance with statewide man-
Congrat1ustla tions!
the public until further notice, as a pre- date, all senior centers and community
cautionary measure to slow the spread centers remain closed. Some county
of COVID-19. The county remains un- parks remain open to Calvert County
der a local state of emergency. residents for passive activities only, such
“The closure period has given us time as walking, biking, running and hiking; B
p y 10 irthd
H ap ay
to focus on responding to this crisis limited park hours and other restrictions
while reducing the health risk to county on park use and capacity are still in ef-
staff and their families, so we can safely fect. Additionally, public transportation Mrs. Mary Agnes Walker, of Lexington
and effectively provide services to citi- will operate with reduced service.
zens – but now is not the time to become A complete list of services is located Park, is celebrating her 101 years young
complacent,” said Board of County on Calvert County’s virtual resource birthday on May 1, 2020. She is a lifetime
Commissioners President Kelly McCo- center at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/ resident who has been blessed to see
nkey. “Staff have worked diligently over Coronavirus. five generations in her family. She is a
the past weeks to adjust protocols and Updates will continue to appear on member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary
prepare to safely reopen county gov- the Calvert County Government web-
ernment offices to employees, in accor- site, www.CalvertCountyMd.gov, Face- Church.
dance with health and distancing guide- book page at www.facebook.com/Cal-
lines. We are proud of their commitment vertCountyMd and Comcast Channel God Bless You,
during this unprecedented challenge. Press Release from Calvert County From your family.
Let us all stay the course and look out government.
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Attorney at Law
for a misdemeanor charge of Stalking - County Sheriff’s Office at (410) 535-2800.
(willfully, maliciously, repeatedly follow, Press Release from CCSO.
harass, cyberstalk another person.)
Commissioners Make
Second Amendment
Declaration
By Guy Leonard county would take any action to pre-
Staff Writer vent laws that apparently restricted gun
Making a largely symbolic vote at rights or ownership, only that they op-
their Apr. 28 meeting, the Commission- posed them in principal.
ers of St. Mary’s County unanimously County Attorney David Weiskopf
approved of declaring St. Mary’s a Sec- said that any opposition to such laws or
ond Amendment constitutional county. restrictions should be challenged in the
The resolution adopted by commis- courts.
sioners states that they are strong sup- “The enforcement falls on the state’s
porters of the Second Amendment, attorney and the sheriff,” said Commis-
which affirms the right of the people to sioner Todd Morgan.
keep and bear arms, and that that right Commissioner Eric Colvin said that
is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution, the resolution approved by the commis-
which they are sworn to uphold. sioners did not negate any laws.
The resolution also gives support to “I’ve found that gun owners are high-
other Maryland jurisdictions which en- ly educated about the law,” Colvin said.
act similar resolutions; St. Mary’s is the “This doesn’t mean that the commis-
sixth so far in the state to do so. sioners are saying you can carry fire-
The movement to have the county de- arms… you have to follow the law.”
clared a Second Amendment sanctuary In other news they authorized the sale
began in the winter with a grassroots of $30 million in public construction
group of activists seeking the support of and infrastructure improvement bonds
elected leaders; moves in the Maryland to a New Jersey-based bidder.
General Assembly that sought to fur- The bonds were taken to market in
ther restrict rights of gunowners fed the March; the successful bidder was Rob-
movement. ert W. Baird and Co. Inc.
The resolution did not say that the guyleonard@countytimes.net
Support
ed below from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. daily. tween 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., Monday
Meals will be offered to all children 18 through Saturday. One meal per person.
years and younger free of charge. Parents The soup kitchen also has bagged lunch dis-
The COVID-19 pandemic may cause symptoms. and children can drive up to these locations tribution sites on Mondays, Wednesdays, and
strong feelings of fear, anxiety, sadness “Today is the start of National Public and receive meals that they can take home Fridays, with a Pop-Up Pantry on Wednes-
and uncertainty in our community. Old- Health Week, a time to highlight the im- during our current school closures. days between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in
er people, people with chronic illnesses, portance of health issues to our whole the parking lot at the following locations:
youth, health care workers and first re- community,” said Dr. Meena Brewster, Leonardtown Elementary School
sponders, and people with mental health St. Mary’s County Health Officer. “As 22885 Duke Street Ridge - Dollar General, 13270 Point Look-
conditions may be particularly impacted we in public health partner with our Leonardtown, MD 20650 out Rd.
by the stress of the pandemic. community agencies and residents to Piney Point- Chief’s Restaurant, 44584
The St. Mary’s County Health De- face this unprecedented challenge, we Greenview Knolls Elementary School Tall Timbers Rd.
partment has created a Telehealth Re- must all remember to care for one an- 45711 Military Lane Charlotte Hall - April’s Pools, on the cor-
source Guide to provide information other and for ourselves. Call to check Great Mills, MD 20634 ner of Rt. 5 and Rt. 6
on local behavioral health resources on your loved ones and neighbors, and Bushwood – Sacred Heart Catho-
(mental health, substance use, and cri- please share these support resources.” Margaret Brent Middle School lic Church, 23080 Maddox Rd.
sis services) that are providing support For local COVID-19 updates and re- 29675 Point Lookout Road
through phone or video during this sources, please visit www.smchd.org/ Mechanicsville, MD 20659 For more information on the St. Mary’s
pandemic. Reaching out for help may coronavirus - click on Mental Health, Caring program, call 301-863-5700.
provide relief and tools to cope during Substance Use & Crisis Support for Lexington Park Elementary School The Department of Social Services has
this stressful time. Individuals with pre- more information on mental health and 46763 Shangri-La Drive launched a local Food Hotline for residents
existing mental health conditions should coping during the pandemic. Lexington Park, MD 20653 needing assistance with food supply and can
continue with their treatment plans Press Release from St. Mary’s County be accessed by calling 240-895-7000.
and monitor for any new or worsening Health Department. For questions regarding the lunch service For additional community resources,
program, please email foodservice@smcps. please visit the St. Mary’s County Govern-
org. ment Community Resource map.
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Professor Receives
techniques with cutting-edge collection proper care of materials once they have
management methods (archaeometry, been excavated. To investigate the re-
mapping, dating, photogrammetry). Par- search question and provide solid training
Fulbright Research
ticipants will also receive instruction in in archaeology, students will learn: 1) the
ethical curation that includes interpreta- use of archaeological, archival, and spatial
tion in both scholarly publications and data to discern the role of country estates
Award
museum exhibition. The eight-week pro- in shaping Maryland society; 2) the rela-
gram will be hosted by St. Mary’s College tionship between generating a collection
of Maryland, with field work occurring and maintaining it; 3) archaeometry and
at the Cremona Estate in Mechanicsville, materials characterization; and 4) public
Maryland, and collections management engagement through research presenta- nars with students who have an interest
and conservation training done in collabo- tions, publications and museum exhibi- in Islamic Studies and Gender Studies.
ration with the Maryland Archaeological tion. This combination of research and Başaran’s project underscores the
Conservation Laboratory (MAC Lab) in state-of the art training available to early agency of Muslim women as important
St. Leonard, Maryland. The three-year career, underserved students is currently role models and pioneers in world his-
project was scheduled to run in the sum- unique among U.S. field schools. tory, in contrast to the contemporary
mers of 2020, 2021 and 2022. However, Press Release from St. Mary’s College of western narrative most prevalent today
due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pan- Maryland. that reduces them to mere victims or re-
ligious extremists.
Advertising Awards
the intertwined themes of international
politics, religion, royalty, and Muslim
women’s agency during a turbulent pe-
St. Mary’s College Professor of Religious riod of major social and political trans-
St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s lege’s new brand, the fall 2019 open Studies Betül Başaran formations in the 20th century. The
Office of Institutional Advance- houses saw an increase of 72 percent princesses belonged to the Ottoman dy-
St. Mary’s College Professor of Reli-
ment, led by Vice President Carolyn in attendance by prospective stu- nasty and were condemned to life-long
gious Studies Betül Başaran has won a
Curry, has won four awards in the dents over the previous year. exile after the collapse of the Ottoman
three-month Fulbright Global Scholar
35th Annual Educational Advertising The Annual Educational Advertis- Empire following World War I. Their
Research award for the Spring 2021 Se-
Awards. ing Awards is sponsored by Higher life is a fascinating story of exile from
mester to conduct critically important
The increasingly-popular Hawk- Education Marketing Report. The Turkey to the French Riviera, followed
archival research in England and India
toberfest earned a silver award in Educational Advertising Awards is by royal glamor in India as daughters-
for her book project on the legacy and
the Special Event category and this the largest educational advertising in-law of Hyderabad’s last independent
impact of Princesses Niloufer (1916-
past Giving Tuesday earned a bronze awards competition in the country. ruler, where they evolved from foreign
1989) and Durrushehvar (1914-2006).
award in the Fund-Raising Cam- This year, over 2,350 entries were brides into cultural ambassadors dedi-
Başaran’s host institutions will be the
paign category. The campaigns were received from over 1,000 colleges, cated to women’s empowerment.
School of Oriental and African Studies
100 percent created and executed universities, and secondary schools Başaran’s project aims to enhance
in London, The Centre for Historical
by the Institutional Advancement from all 50 states and several foreign our understanding of the role of Otto-
Studies at Jawaharlal Nehru University
team. Two awards were submitted countries. man princesses as transnational and
(JNU) in New Delhi, and the Centre
on behalf of St. Mary’s College by Higher Education Marketing Re- cross-cultural agents for change during
for Deccan Studies in Hyderabad. As a
its marketing partner Creative Com- port has been the nation’s leading the 20th century.
Fulbright Global Scholar, she will give
munication Associates. Under the marketing publication for higher Press Release from St. Mary’s College
lectures about her research at each of
category of Total Recruitment Pack- education marketing profession- of Maryland.
these institutions, and organize semi-
age - the College’s viewbook, travel als for 35 years. Curry was recently
piece, and LEAD brochure - a silver featured in the November/December
award was earned. This fall’s open
house advertising campaign was
edition of the Report. In the inter-
view, Curry discusses launching St. % LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWS
awarded a bronze award in the Inte- Mary’s College’s new brand as The
grated Marketing Campaign catego- National Public Honors College. SERVING ST. MARY'S COUNTY
ry. Partly because of the campaign,
which prominently launched the Col-
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By Dick Myers, Editor and taurant on Solomons Island. in food service, Wathen said she never
Guy Leonard, Staff Writer Epps, 78, said he falls into the cate- once considered she would be consid-
They are part of the workforce that gory of not being fearful coming into ered an essential, frontline employee.
has been deemed “essential.” Unlike work, saying he feels safe. The store’s “You’ve got to do it,” Wathen said.
many who continue to work from owner, Calvert County Commissioner “You’ve got customers that need you;
home or who are now unemployed, Mike Hart said he has always been a they’ve got to feed their families.”
those essential workers get up every neat freak. “I am a germ-a-phobe,” he Jeanette Norris, a 30-year employee
morning and go to work as if noth- said. with the McKays and assistant man-
ing has changed when in fact almost Epps said all surfaces, from the ager at their Hollywood store, said
everything has changed. credit card machine to counter tops the COVID-19 pandemic had drilled
It goes without saying that those are frequently cleaned. into employees the critical need for
who work in hospitals and provide The store also was used to curb- cleanliness.
other emergency services (police, side delivery since they have always “We’ve always tried to keep things
fire, rescue) are “essential.” They offered to take their customers’ pur- clean,” Norris said. “Now it’s in-
are all used to being essential. Since chases to the car for them. grained into us.”
the crisis started, they are also being Epps said that even though they And even more, it’s kept them even
hailed as heroes. are offering now to deliver to cars, so busier than normal.
But, there’s a whole new group of customers don‘t have to come in, only “We still have pretty big shopping
essential workers who never thought a small portion of them choose to do being done here,” Norris said. “We’ve
they would fall into that essential cat- so. been busier.
egory and surely never imagined they The store had made some operating “I don’t detect any,” said Epps about “It keeps your mind busy, so you
too would be called heroes. They are changes, such as requiring customers any reluctance of their customers to don’t dwell on things.”
the folks who work in grocery, pet, to call in deli orders and pick them up enter. He said they, like he, feel safe. Her employers have supplied them
liquor, hardware and convenience at the counter. And Hammon is seeing At the McKay’s Food Store in Char- with protective gear, Norris said,
stores. They deliver packages, food what a lot of stores are seeing – less of lotte Hall, Mary Wathen, the bakery and installed face shields at check
and heating oil, service cars, provide a rush at certain times, such as when manager, said she and the other em- out aisles, transforming the store
pest control and yes, even are news- people were commuting to work, and ployees have had to change the way somewhat.
paper editors and reporters. more of an even flow of customer they operate but the demand is still “The customers have been thanking
Many of those essential workers in- traffic. strong for that most basic of food sta- us for being open,” Norris said. “We
terviewed for this article admit that Like many stores, Bowen's requires ples, bread. appreciate that because sometimes
times sure are unusual but they are customers to be wearing masks or “It’s a little more difficult custom- we’d like to be home, too.”
quickly adapting and rolling with the they aren’t allowed in. er service wise,” Wathen, who has
punches. That doesn’t mean that their Those masks can be an interest- worked for the McKays for 37 years,
families and friends aren’t worried ing diversion for store clerks because said. “You have to be more careful.”
that they could be in harm’s way. many customers have customized “And it’s very hot back here when
“It’s just another day,” is how 16- them. Ceferino Epps, who works you’re wearing a mask.
year veteran employee of Bowen's part-time at Patuxent Wine & Spir- When suppliers run out of bread to
Grocery in Huntingtown, Teri Ham- its in Lusby, is seeing a lot of sports stock the shelves, the bakery staff has
mon describes her new reality. pride being displayed on the masks, to make more to fill the gap, she said,
Hammon works in the deli and at with of course the Washington Red- and customers are buying up more
the cash register. It has taken her a skins being the local favorite. snacks from the bakery.
little time to get used to wearing the Epps came out of retirement a year “They’ve really picked up on the
personal protective equipment such and a half ago to help the store help sweets,” Wathen said. “Especially the
as the face mask and gloves. But after customers it their wine selection. cookies.”
a while it’s become second nature. Epps had significant experience with Demand for birthday and celebra-
that, having operated an Italian res- tory cakes has dropped off, though,
since parties are essentially forbidden
now by order of Gov. Larry Hogan.
Mother’s Day and high school grad-
uation cakes will also suffer, she said.
“It’s going to be tough on everyone
not being able to celebrate days like
Mother’s Day,” Wathen said.
After nearly four decades working
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CSM staff and faculty pack up the college’s PPE and medical supplies to donate to local health care providers caring for patients in the nation’s battle against the coronavirus pandemic.
When the national call to action for Emergency Medical Services Sys- are the very days when we absolutely in every possible way, would be an
sounded for public donations of Per- tems (MIEMSS) and helped develop a need to be giving back to, and assist- understatement. We strive to promote
sonal Protective Equipment (PPE) process that identified three levels of ing, our community partners in every students' commitment to their respec-
in mid-March, College of Southern care that CSM nursing students – and way that we can.” tive health profession and the commu-
Maryland (CSM) Health Sciences Di- college nursing students from around Students on the Front Lines nity, and it has been amazing to see
vision Chair Dr. Laura Polk rallied her the state – could register for in order to Shannon Windsor, 26, of Dentsville, them respond,” Polk said.
CSM colleagues – and got to work. assist in the COVID-19 response. The is a fourth-semester nursing student Coronavirus Update
She immediately organized staff and ‘Nursing Clinical Extern Portal’ has and one of the CSM students ‘leaning CSM last week announced that it
faculty to gather the college’s PPE and now been in place for several weeks in.’ Three weeks away from graduat- will maintain a virtual learning en-
medical supplies for local health care and it complements the volunteers ing with her ADN [associate degree in vironment for its students for the rest
providers who were preparing for the who are staffing the Maryland Medi- nursing degree], she signed up for both of the spring semester and faculty and
surge of COVID-19 patients in the na- cal Reserve Corps. the Maryland Medical Reserve Corps staff will continue to operate remotely
tion’s battle against the coronavirus “To date, we have a least one dozen and MIEMSS’ ‘Nursing Clinical Ex- through May 31. CSM’s campuses re-
pandemic. faculty and students who have regis- tern Portal’ and has already served main restricted to pre-approved and
Among the items the CSM col- tered for the Maryland Medical Re- on the front lines at the VEIP-turned authorized personnel. This date may
leagues packed up to donate to Cal- serve Corps,” confirmed Polk. “And COVID-19 testing center in Waldorf. again be extended as CSM stands unit-
vert Health, Charles Regional Medical of the 270 nursing students currently Windsor called the experience that ed with the nation in the fight against
Center, MedStar St. Mary’s and South- in our programs, more than 60 stu- had her administering 25 tests the the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
ern Maryland hospitals were more than dents signed up as Clinical Externs first day, and 30 tests the second day, Along with limiting public access to
22,000 pairs of non-sterile gloves; to help with acute care staffing across ‘eye-opening.’ campuses, CSM has made several op-
2,500 pairs of sterile gloves; 1,000 the state. That equates to more than 20 “It was very controlled,” she ex- erational changes that can be tracked
face masks; 1,400 isolation gowns and percent of our nursing students who plained. “It was good to visualize it at ready.csmd.edu/covid-19/. Please
gallons of antibacterial soap, hand are volunteering to go the front lines and learn as much as I possibly could visit the website often for resources
sanitizer and sanitizing wipes. Polk in any way they can – all the while from seasoned nurses. I know there and updates.
was also able to donate two ventilators keeping up with their course work.” is tremendous value in what I am do- Students should make sure they are
to the Maryland Department of Health CSM President Dr. Maureen Mur- ing right now, because in three or four monitoring their CSM student email
for state-wide allocation. CSM’s dona- phy shared that she isn’t surprised by months, after I graduate, I will be car- accounts, as well as the MyLearn-
tions to the state’s pandemic response the faculty, staff and students’ efforts. ing for COVID-19 patients as a nurse ing course shells for their individual
equaled more than $30,000 in equip- “I think it is extraordinary the way in the field, not as a nursing student.” courses, and stay in close contact with
ment and supplies. The college has that everyone is ‘leaning in’ to answer Windsor said her classes picked up their professors if they have any ques-
also made its campuses available for the call to help with things we never the pace with pandemic training, as tions about their courses.
storage space or emergency staging to thought we’d have to deal with,” Mur- well. CSM remains in close contact with
the tri-county emergency management phy said. “But that is exactly what the “In our clinical settings now – even local, state and federal authorities, and
teams and experts. CSM family does day-in, and day-out.” though we’re online – we are doing will share information as quickly as
But Polk didn’t stop there. “To me, it’s all about fulfilling our pandemic scenarios,” she said. “Our possible when and if these new operat-
Along with joining the CSM facul- mission,” Polk said. “We are here to instructors went right to work to deep- ing conditions change.
ty’s tireless efforts to bring CSM to a help our learners be the best they can en our knowledge.” Press Release from CSM.
virtual learning environment, she col- be and we’re here to build collabora- “To say I am proud of our faculty
laborated with the Maryland Institute tive community partnerships. These and students for stepping up to help
20 Calvert Education The County Times Thursday, April 30, 2020
Changes Approved
apeake Bay from Maryland by about 21% from water quality and living resource monitoring
2010 levels. Maryland is now about halfway to and assessment programs, our innovative and
its 2025 goals. That progress is particularly sig- cutting-edge management of the Chesapeake
nificant when you recognize that today we have and Atlantic Coastal Bay Trust Fund, sustain-
able management of our fisheries, our Program
about 50% more people living in the Chesa- In an effort to maintain social distance additional three days. One of those days
peake Bay watershed than we did in the 1970s. Open Space, and a range of programs involving
environmental literacy, climate resiliency, pub- and thereby slow the spread of CO- will be made up on Election Day, June
So despite significantly more people creating VID-19, Dr. Karen Salmon, the Mary- 2, since the primary will be conducted
significantly more waste, we have reduced the lic access, fish passage, forestry, wildlife, com-
munication, and legislative work. land State Superintendent of Schools, through mail-in ballots with limited in-
amount of its impact. That is a major accom-
DNR has contributed and continues to con- ordered all schools in Maryland to close person voting. Therefore, schools—in
plishment of which we should all be proud!
We still have a substantial way to go, and not tribute greatly to Maryland’s and the greater from March 16-March 27. As a result, the event that they reopen after the cur-
a lot of time to get there, but we have a plan and bay watershed’s efforts to realize a healthy and local school systems missed ten sched- rent closure date of May 15—will see
we are following it. To provide reasonable as- vibrant Chesapeake Bay. We continue to be uled instructional days. The Maryland minimal use as polling sites.
surance that the TMDL will be met, the EPA guided by science—it may not always tell us State Board of Education approved The last two student make-up days
has required that each bay jurisdiction develop what we want to hear, but it always shows us the waiving five days of student attendance will occur on June 12 and 15, which
path to success. We have come far and our chal-
Watershed Implementation Plans that detail the at its meeting on April 14. Local school makes June 16 the last day for 10-month
actions each will take to meet its TMDL. The lenges ahead are significant, but if we remain
committed, we are well positioned to achieve systems are therefore required to make staff. June 2, 12, and 15 will count as
first iteration of these plans—known as WIPs— up five instructional days. student attendance days whether stu-
were required and submitted to the EPA by each our goal.
By David M. Goshorn, Ph.D., the Senior Bay The Calvert County Board of Educa- dents have returned to school buildings
state in 2010. The WIPs have been updated
Restoration Coordinator for the Maryland De- tion previously approved the makeup of or continue to learn at home in a digi-
twice since then based on updates in our scien-
tific understanding and lessons learned as we partment of Natural Resources. Appears in Vol. two days on April 8 and 9, which had tal environment as a result of statewide
progressed. In August 2019, Maryland submit- 23, No. 1 of the Maryland Natural Resource been scheduled for spring recess. school closures.
ted our most recent version (known as the Phase magazine, spring 2020. On April 23, the board approved a Press Release from Calvert County
calendar modification to make up the Public Schools
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In Remembrance
The County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Victor “Butch” John Jr. of Queens, NY; grandchildren, Lia Elizabeth (Sam) Graves, Sally (Frank) devoted husband of 64 years Melvin A.
and Isabella Cicconi of Horseheads, Halstead, and Jennifer (Bryan) Turney. Tyler, her daughter Virginia L. Jewell,
Dennis Bukewicz NY. He was preceded in death by his He is also survived by a sister, Sarah and her brother Frank T. Vendemia. She
parents and his son-in-law, Christopher Scheufler; a brother, Roy (Annette), is survived by her daughters Marion T.
Guinan. nine grandchildren (Sarah (James) Thomas and husband Joseph Thomas
Services are private. Smith, Amy Arnold, Casey Vandor, of Berlin, MD, Beverly A. Halton and
A special thank you to Van and Chloe Hall, Hugh IV, Hannah Hall, husband John F. Halton of Dunkirk, MD,
Deanna Osburn for all of their help and Amelia Grace Turney, Emmeline son-in-law William Jewell of Golden,
support the last few months. Turney, and Andrew Turney), and CO, and a brother John F. Vendemia of
In lieu of flowers, memorial contribu- three great-grandchildren (Trey and Cheverly, MD. She is also survived by 8
tions may be made to ACTS, P.O. Box Makayla Smith, and Autumn Arnold). grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren,
54, Bushwood, MD 20618 and Hospice A marriage to Elizabeth Moore in 1950 and 23 great-great-grandchildren.
of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonard- ended in divorce in 1973. In lieu of flowers of expression of
town, MD 20650. Funeral services will be conducted sympathy, memorial contributions
Condolences to the family may be for family and friends via Zoom at a may be made to St. Jude Children’s
made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com date and time to be announced. Please Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place,
contact family or Waters & Hibbert Memphis TN 38105-1942.
Hugh B. Hall, Jr. Funeral Home for the information to Funeral arrangements were by
Victor “Butch” John Dennis Buke- join the Zoom service. Interment will Rausch Funeral Home.
wicz, III, 69 of Valley Lee, MD passed Hugh Barnett Hall, Jr., age 91, died at be in the Glendale Memorial Nature
away on April 2, 2020 at his home with The Beacon in Gulf Breeze, Florida, on Preserve in DeFuniak Springs, Florida. Camillo Renato Dilodovico
his wife by his side. April 23, 2020. He was the son of Hugh In lieu of flowers, donations can
He was born on November 19, 1950 Barnett and Sarah Hall and was born be made to Covenant Care (by check
in Wilkes-Barre, PA to the late Victor in Opelika, Alabama, on December to 5041 N. 12th Avenue, Pensacola,
John Bukewicz and Eleanor Groski 10, 1928. After graduation from Clift FL 32504 or online at https://www.
Bukewicz. High School, where he played on the choosecovenant.org /donate-now/ ),
Butch was employed as an electrician football team, he graduated from Christ Church (by check to P.O. Box
for Singleton Electric in Washington, Northwestern University in Evanston, 8, Chaptico, MD 20621), or All Saints
D.C. He married Sandra M. Rothberg Illinois. He continued his education (by check to P.O. Box 4538, Pensacola,
on January 30, 2007 in Key West, FL. at Union Theological Seminary in Florida 32507).
They spent 22 wonderful years togeth- New York City, where he later served
er. He and his wife enjoyed touring as an instructor on the faculty. He Ida Mary Tyler
wineries and traveling to Key West, Sa- was ordained as a Methodist minister
vannah, and Charleston. He was known and served a parish in Cannondale,
by family and friends as the grill CT, and in 1960 was ordained as an
master and his cooking specialty was Episcopal minister in the Diocese of
shrimp wonton. In his spare time he en- Washington, D.C. He served at All
joyed doing crossword puzzles, playing Saints, Oakley, Maryland, and was On April 24, 2020 Camillo Renato
darts, and especially loved keeping his rector of Christ Church, Chaptico, Dilodovico passed away peacefully at
yard in top shape and creating beauti- Maryland, for 14 years. In 1989 he left Yellow Bank Adult Living Facility in
ful flower gardens. His truly amazing the Episcopal Church USA to establish Dunkirk, MD. Camillo was born in
sense of humor and storytelling will be St. John’s, a traditional Episcopal Elice, Italy on June 27, 1940 and came
missed by all who knew him. parish in Mechanicsville, Maryland, to the United States in 1958. He was a
In addition to his wife, he is survived before coming to All Saints Anglican skilled mason of 60 years in a family
by his step-children, Petrina Cicconi- Episcopal Church in Pensacola, owned business. He was a member of
Guinan and Salvatore Cicconi (Mi- Florida, in 1992. He retired from All Old South Country Club and was an
chelle) of Horseheads, NY; his brother, Saints in January of 2010 but continued avid golfer.
Peter Bukewicz (Edie) of Queens, NY; as Rector Emeritus until his death. Ida Mary Tyler, 94, of Capitol Camillo was preceded in death by his
his niece, Jessie Bukewicz (Charlton Reverend Hall was preceded in Heights, MD, beloved wife, mother parents Silvio and Maria Dilodovico,
Hutton) of Brooklyn, NY, his niece, death by his parents and brother Harry and Mema, passed away on April 26, and sisters Julie Demino and Deloris
Christie Breto (Mike) of Levittown, Hall. He is survived by his wife of 2020 with loving memories by family Canaiglia. He is survived by his wife
NY and his nephew, Peter Bukewicz, 45 years, Suzanne Henderson Hall, members. Ida married and focused on Patricia Dilodovico, sons Damon
and his children Hugh III (Sheryl), her greatest passion of being a wife, and Darin, grandchildren Nicholas,
mother, and grandmother. Ida enjoyed Damon, Andrew, and Dominic, great-
in her spare time, gardening, shopping granddaughter Natalie, sister Marisa
Where Life and Heritage are Celebrated for and collecting antiques. She had and Enna, and brother Frank.
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Ida was preceded in death by her Thomas M. and Evelyn H. Bowen of
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served as a Radarman 2nd Class aboard Allen Weems and his wife Lauren, Step
the USS Cowell during the Korean War. mother of Daniel Loveless and his wife
He was very proud of his time in the Sandy, Wayne Loveless and his wife
Navy and was honored to have served Linda, April Hanrahan, Cheryl Vaughn
his country. Don was a member of the and her husband Dennis and Anita
American Legion and Elks Club. In Lynn Daniels and her husband Aubrey,
his spare time, he enjoyed bowling, and numerous grandchildren. She is
playing badminton, BINGO, and being also survived by her siblings, Dottie
outdoors, gardening and cutting grass. Bridgett and her husband Daniel,
Don is survived by his significant Leonard Brady and his wife Zeta,
other Janice Kent, stepdaughter Patricia Robert Brady, and Faye Brown and her
Maynard, stepson Dennis Moon, husband Jimmy.
Barstow, MD. She graduated from grandchildren Michael, Glenn, Brian, A private family graveside service school, Chris attended the Academy
Calvert County High School in 1948. and Wesley Maynard and Dennise and will be held in Christ Church Cemetery. of Professional Barbers & Stylists in
After graduating from school, she Michael Moon, 11 great-grandchildren, Memorial contributions may be made Silver Spring and enjoyed success as a
worked for C & P Telephone Company 1 great-great grandchild, sister-in-law to the Dementia Society of America, barber at Turnin’ Headz Barber Shop in
in Prince Frederick, Maryland. In 1949 Becky Jones and numerous nieces P.O. Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901. Sunderland. Chris loved his job, cutting
she attended Maryland General School and nephews. Don is also survived by A celebration of life will be held at a hair and being around and talking with
of Nursing in Baltimore, Maryland and Janice’s children whom he shared a future date. people.
graduated with a Degree of Nursing. special bond with; Chris Kent (Erin), Funeral arrangements were by Chris is survived by his mother Sherri
She worked at Maryland General Corie Duffy (Weston), Casie Kent Rausch Funeral Home. Keller (Pete Losacano) of Huntingtown,
Hospital from 1952-1955. In 1955 she (Wayne Simms), and Caitlyn Kent
Christopher Charles brother Tyler Niland, sister Brianna
started working as a registered nurse (Josh Donnelly), 9 grandchildren and
Niland, grandparents Brigitte and
at Calvert Memorial Hospital, Prince one on the way.
Frederick, Maryland until she retired Don was preceded in death by his Browning Bob Eveland of Dunkirk and Robert
Browning Sr. of Mt. Airy, stepfather
from there in 1992. wife Helen Jones, grandson Michael
Christopher Charles Browning, 31, James Niland of Huntingtown, uncle
Elizabeth is preceded in death by her Maynard, sister Betty Agpaoa, and
of Huntingtown passed away April Stephen Keller and cousins Ashley
brother, William Thomas Bowen. She brother Robert Jones.
19, 2020. He was born July 22, 1988 and Jordan Keller, as well as numerous
is survived by sister Martha B. Jones All services will be private. A
to Robert Lee Browning and Sherri other cousins and extended family
and brother Douglas R. Bowen (Jean). memorial service and celebration of
Lea Keller. Chris was raised in Calvert members. He was preceded in death
She is also survived by sister in law Don’s life will be held at a later date.
County and graduated from Northern by his father Robert Lee Browning
Betty R. Bowen, cousins, nieces and Funeral arrangements were by
High School in 2006. Following high and grandmothers Margaret Keller and
nephews. Special thanks to her niece Rausch Funeral Home.
Brinsfield
Lynn Bowen and nephew Mark Watson
who were dedicated to taking care of
her for many years. Peggy Joan Loveless
A private service will be held at
Asbury Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be
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Judy Niland. Serving as pallbearers will be members of Latrobe, PA., Linda Marie Lyon John Meredith Miller, “Johnny”,
A celebration of life will be held at a of the Bay District Volunteer Fire Parker (Kerry) of Alexandria, VA, 77 of Hollywood, MD, formerly from
later date. Department. Honorary pallbearers Patricia Jeanne Lyon Patterson (Fred) Marshalltown Iowa, passed away on
Funeral arrangements were by will be Brother Billy Combs, Melvin of Greensburg, PA, Sharon Elaine Lyon April 22, 2020. He was born on August
Rausch Funeral Home. Tennyson, Wayne Johnson, Jr, Joe James, of Gainesville, FL, and Janet 27, 1942 in Denver, Colorado, and was
Thompson, Rick Redmond, and Jack Leigh Lyon, of Houston, TX. Also the son of the late Gail Margaret Cole
Veronica Marie (Combs) Weatherbee. surviving are three grandchildren, Miller and Ralph Miller. John was the
Contributions may be made to Jackson, Easton, and Savannah loving husband of Barbara June Miller
Johnson Hospice of St. Mary’s P.O. Box 625 Hatcher. whom he married on September 14, 1963
Leonardtown, MD 20650. He was preceded in death by his at the Lexington Park United Methodist
Arrangements provided by the father James Richard Lyon, Sr. and Church. He is also survived by his son
Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, his Grand Parents William Blair and John Miller Jr., of Hollywood, MD,
P.A. Leonardtown,MD. Alberta Thompson Long, and James and his two sisters Charity Paglia of
Aubrey and Jeanne Berry Lyon. Missouri, and Nancy of Marshalltown,
James Richard (Slim/Rich) Richard started working early Iowa. He is preceded in death by his
in life by delivering newspapers in brother Lawrence Miller.
Lyon, Jr., Leonardtown, Md. Followed by Following John’s graduation from
working for a landscaping company, Marshalltown Highschool, he enlisted
a building supply company, a printing in the Navy on October 31, 1960,
company, as a Coca Cola delivery man, Marshalltown Iowa. During his service
night time work loading Fed X delivery in the Navy, he was stationed on the
trucks and many other jobs. One of his USS Bennington, the USS Coral Sea,
most recent companies was Automatic and at the Naval Aircraft Station in
Veronica Marie (Combs) Johnson Rolls, making rolls for McDonald's and Lemoore California where he worked
“Boots”,88, of Great Mills, MD passed working in miscellaneous positions. as an aircraft engine mechanic. In 1964
away on April 24, 2020 in Lexington He was plagued with back problems John moved from Lemoore California
Park, MD. She was born on September for most of his adult life which caused to Hollywood Maryland, where he
18, 1931 in Great Mills, MD to the late having many surgeries to relieve the was stationed at the Patuxent Naval
Martha Mary Combs, and Thomas pains. Along with shoulder problems Air Station until October 30. 1966.
Leonard Combs. Boots was the loving and other surgeries there. Following his service in the Navy
wife of the late Benjamin Perry Johnson, One big joy of his life was having John joined the Navy Reserves on
Sr., whom she married on February James Richard (Slim/Rich) Lyon, Jr., his children and being their Father and April 1, 1973 where he was an Aircraft
3, 1950 in Leonardtown, MD and 56, of Fredericksburg, VA passed away exposing them to the things he loved, Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic Leader
who preceded her in death on August on April 10, 2020 at home with loving like fishing, sleigh riding, watching for 23 years leading to his retirement
19, 2002. Boots is survived by her family by his side. He was born in the car races and many other things in on September 1, 1990.
children Debra Irene Johnson, Leonard Cumberland, MD on March 10, 1964. life. When the first child was delivered In his retirement John truly loved
Wayne Johnson, Sr. (Lauren), Karen Richard fought a great battle against he exclaimed that the baby was a boy spending time with his dogs, watching
Marie Johnson, 11 grandchildren, 9 cancer for over twenty-two months and with tears in his eyes he said “he western movies, and mowing his lawn.
great grandchildren, 5 great great but Cancer won. When he left us at looks just like me”. Then he had a girl All funeral services will be private.
grandchildren, son in law Jim Shawver 10:10PM, with his Harley on his mind, whom he thought the world of and she Contributions may be made to the
and daughter in law Bonnie Johnson.. he took off to see others that left before in turn stuck to him like glue when she Hollywood Rescue Squad.
She was preceded in death by her him. He loved working with numbers was little and then he had another son P.O. Box 79
daughter Veronica Lynne Shaver and so we guess the 10s were what he who was so interesting to watch as his Hollywood, MD 20636
son Benjamin P. Johnson, Jr. Siblings wanted to leave us with. personality was unique.
Mary Naomi Combs, Agatha Valerie He is survived by his children, Jesse Richard enjoyed riding his Harley
Davidson motorcycle, it was always Lillian “Wennie” Marie
Combs, Thomas Leonard Combs, Jr, William Blair Lyon of Hartwood, VA,
a dream he had after having a little
John Albert Combs, and Theresa Ruth Jacqueline Kasey Marie Lyon Hatcher
motor bike when he was younger. Howard
Combs. (Trey) of Hartwood, VA, and Aaron
She was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, Logan Mauck of Brooklyn, NY. He is Fishing was a big part of his life and
MD resident. Boots was a secretary for also survived by his Mother, Patricia he enjoyed challenging his buddies to
Little Flower School retiring in 1970. Long Lyon of Fredericksburg, VA, see who caught the larger fish. One of
his biggest enjoyments which started at
All Funeral Services will be private. and his sisters, RoseMary Ann Lyon
an early age was watching and going to
NASCAR races and he was a great fan
of Ricky Rudy and Kyle Busch.
Please Call
301-373-4125
Lillian “Wennie” Marie Howard,
or send an email to 86, of La Plata, MD formerly from
Loveville, MD, and Lehigh Acres,
FL passed away on April 21, 2020
info@somdpublishing.net in Arlington, VA. She was born on
October 17, 1933 in Washington D.C.,
and was the loving daughter of the
late Nellie Agnes Mattingly Jones and
Joseph Buckler. Wennie was the loving
wife of the late Erwin C. Howard, Jr.
who preceded her in death on May 9th
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In Remembrance
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and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
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her tremendously. Barbara was preceded and just clean fun. Her favorite pastime Norman's steadfast faith and belief in
in death by her father John E Gallegos, was playing with her grandbabies and the Lord has always remained solid.
nephew Brixton John Harvey Kawa, going fishing with Richard. Patricia was In his teenage years, Norman met the
and Brigardo Groves. Arrangements a true servant. She would spread the "love of his life" Delores Taylor. The
by Briscoe-Tonic Funeral Home. Gospel of Jesus Christ to everyone. She two formed a union that lasted until his
would open her arms stating "give me death. From that union, Norman and
some love" hugging tightly and a hearty Delores had two children, Desiree Inez
Patricia Arlene smile. She possessed the attribute and Bailey and Troy Dion Bailey Sr. Norman
gift of encouragement and exhortation was also the proud grandfather to one
Bennett-Ball to the elderly and to the youth. Patricia grandson, Troy Bailey Jr. Norman's
would tell anybody, about somebody, love for his family was unparalleled.
who could save everybody, and whose He would always confess his love to
name is JESUS. Letting them know his wife and children, and this was on
that she loved them, and that God our sing!!!! There will NEVER be another a daily basis. That was Norman. When
Father loves them more than anything Norman Bailey Jr. it came to confessing/sharing his love,
else. She would encourage whomever As a young child Norman sang with Norman was not a selfish person. He
to trust God, for it is only by the Grace a young male gospel group called Vice loved everyone, in fact many of you
and Mercy of GOD that any of us are Royal Jubileers, which was directed reading this, he told you that he also
here. She shared how she welcomed by Mark Richardson. The group loved you. That was how Norman was,
God the Father and His Spirit into her sang every Sunday morning on radio a very loving man. Education: Norman
life and that Jesus had "Paid the Price." stations, WRAP and WTAR which graduation from the former George
God gave Patricia a vision and a plan were located in Norfolk, Virginia. The Washington Carver High School.
which she implemented called "The group also travelled to North Carolina July 1966 Attended Prince George's
LOVE (Living, Out, Victoriously, and surrounding areas to perform. County Public Schools Adult Education
"I have fought a good fight, I have Everyday) Ministry". Her statement was Also, during that time period, there certified in Air Duct Sheet Metal
finished my course, and I have kept the "A change ain't a change", until YOU were many famous gospel groups Fabrication Course. Attended Materials
faith; Henceforth there is laid up for me change"! Hearts were touched, missions travelled to Norfolk to perform. Some Engineering Institute successfully
a crown of righteous..." - II Timothy accomplished, and people changed. of the groups but not all inclusive completing the Metallurgical Course
4:7-8 Patricia believed and encouraged all by were the late Sam Cooke and the Soul entitled Aluminum and Its Alloys.
Patricia Arlene Bennett-Ball proclaiming "God Got It, and her, and Stirrers, Gospel Cavaliers, Madame Norman was always interested in
was born on December 9, 1958 and indeed HE have her, she is now "Totally Edna Garman Cook, Ivy Tucker and the haircare. This interest prompted to seek
departed this life on earth to be with HEALED". Halleujah! Dixie Hummingbirds. One thing that out training. Norman met a gentleman
the Lord, suddenly on April 18, 2020 She leaves to cherish her memories many people didn't know, was that the in the military, Seaman Woodson
due to health complications. She her mother, Shirley T. Bennett- famous Sam Cooke and the Soul Stirrers and Master Barber Marion Johnson.
was born in Leonardtown Hospital, Dickerson, of Lexington Park, MD, wanted Norman to join the group and Both gentlemen took Norman under
Leonardtown, Maryland to Shirley T. her daughters, Natosha Ball and Amy travel with them. His grandmother their wings, and trained to become a
Bennett-Dickerson and the late James Hebb of Lexington, Park, MD, her (guardian) refused because she thought barber. Norman later joined with the
A. Bennett. She was the fourth child of grandchildren, Thomas Hill, Tome the he was too young. late Sylvester Barnes in his barbershop,
five daughters. Hill, Mayill Barber, and Daymere Norman grew up during some very where they both cut hair together
Patricia graduated from Great Mills Graham of Lexington Park, MD, her difficult times. His mother (Irene), for years. Norman also successfully
High in 1976. She was employed by the siblings, Pamela Curry, and Sandra made a decision to move to Maryland completed many correspondence
Federal Government and the State of Rowe (Larry) of Virginia Beach, VA, for employment purposes, while courses while serving in U.S. Navy.
Maryland. She was also employed as a Sylvia Clinton, and Claudette Bennett leaving her children in the care of Norman was a Certified Career
Patient Registration at Civista Hospital, of Lexington Park, MD, four aunts: others. As young adolescents, Norman Counselor in the United States Navy.
La Plata, MD, as a caseworker at Mary Catherine Allen, of Lexington and his younger brother Wilbur Bailey Employment
Freedom Landing, the Department Park, MD, Barbara Ann Butler decided to hitch-hike from Virginia Norman was a civil service employee
of Social Services, and Three Oak (Patrick) of St. Inigoes, MD, Carolyn all the way here to St. Mary's County for 26 years. Simultaneously, Norman
Homeless Shelter, in Lexington Park, Ross of Virginia Beach, VA, and Marie Lexington Park, Maryland to be with served proudly for 25 years and
MD. She was also a volunteer with the Scott, of PA, one uncle, James Biscoe their mother. Even during those times, retired from the U.S. Naval Reserve.
African Historical Museum at St. Peter (Debbie) of PA, a dear companion, God was on his side. Both young men His job classification was an Aircraft
Claver Church, in St. Inigoes, MD, and Richard Hebb of Lexington Park, MD made it safe and free from harm, isn't Structural Mechanic and he was
was a member of AmeriCorps. and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins God good? assigned to Patrol Squadron VP68 at
Patricia accepted the Lord as her and friends. Upon Norman arriving in St. Mary's the Naval Air Station Patuxent River
Savior as a young child at St. Peter Patricia was preceded in death by her county, people instantly took notice of Maryland. While serving he obtained
Claver Church. She actively participated father, James A. Bennett, her godmother his high-pitched tenor voice. Several the rank of E-5 and received many
in the choir, bible study, missions, and Margaret Allen and her niece Tamika Rock Bands and Spiritual groups accolades during his career. He had
other church functions. She was known Bryant. Arrangements by Briscoe- wanted him to sing with them. Norman tours at: Andrews Airforce Base, Rota
as "Ms Pat", Ms Ball", Ms Patricia", Tonic Funeral Home. could always sing!!! And sing, he Spain, Azores Portugal, New Orleans,
Ms Tricia", "Mommy Ball", "Queen did. From a child until his later days. Jacksonville Florida, Bermuda and
B", "Patty B", and "Granny." Patricia Norman became a member of Zion Norfolk Naval Base. During his
Norman Edward Bailey Jr. United Methodist Church for over career, he received numerous Letters
had much praise, joy and love for the
Lord she would spread it anywhere she 60 years. Singing as a soloist, choir of Appreciation Citations. One that
Norman Edward Bailey Jr., he was most proud to receive was
went. She would resound an AMEN in (affectionately known as "Joe") was member, and he was the vocalist of the
all services. Her passion was to help Zion Methodist Men Spiritual group. a citation from the Commanding
born on in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Officer of Patrol Squadron 68. Norman
people in any way she could, always Norman Bailey Sr. and Irene Beatrice The group produce one album in the late
being supportive lending a helping 1970's. Over those years, Norman sang was commended for his outstanding
Keeling. services to the "BLACKHAWKS"
hand whether on the frontline, backline, God blessed Norman upon his birth at many different venues to include,
or sideline of service. She would do it. funerals, weddings, retirements, of Patrol Squadron 68. According
and provided him with an indelible Captain Lemmon, his dedication and
She was determined, dependable, and instrument that he would use to serve change of command (Military); in
dedicated throughout communities. addition, people would ask him on reliability were underscored by his
others his entire life. God gave Norman ability to consistently excel in all
Patricia lived life to the fullest. She his golden beautiful voice. That voice the spot wherever he was, to just sing.
enjoyed family and friends' gatherings, Even during times in his last days, areas of assignment. Norman also
we ALL loved to hear him sing. Norman received a Certificate of Training from
mealtimes, bingo, musical activities, LOVED singing!!! And boy could he Norman was singing the songs of Zion.
the Department of the Navy for Basic
Thursday, April 30, 2020 The County Times Letter to the Editor 27
Responders
He is survived by his former wife,
daily and that spirit continued until Terri of Colorado, sons Zach IV and
his death. Both called to speak with Chris Lloyd (Katy) also of Colorado,
him and when Norman could no longer daughters Theresa Harris (Dave) of
speak, they still called to check on North Carolina and Bridget Evans To the Editor: Public Safety Officers from St. Mary’s
his status. The family would also like (Johnny) of South Australia. Though late in sending, this letter is a College were called and were on the
to mention Iva Micheau. Norman and He is also survived by his most sincere thank you to the Mechanic- scene in about a minute. Thank you to
Iva's relationship developed in high grandchildren, they include Dargan, sville Volunteer Rescue Squad (MVRS), Gerald Sellers and David Turner from
school. Iva would always call Norman, Delaney & Daly Harris; Fiona, Eamon the Public Safety Officers at St. Mary’s the PSO Office. The MVRS members
send him birthday, Christmas and Get- & Sean Lloyd; and JJ, Keegan, Annabel College and the Ridge Volunteer Rescue and PSO’s stayed with the guest un-
Well cards. Norman leaves behind host & Ingrid Evans. Squad. On December 13, 2019 one of til the Ridge Rescue Squad arrived for
of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and He is survived by his brother Andy our guests at Historic St. Mary’s City transport to the hospital. Thank you to
friends. Lloyd (Elaine) of New Jersey, sisters had a medical emergency. The emer- Brian Evans and Gregory Askew from
In addition, Norman was preceded in Cathy Ann Grundmayer (Ed) and gency occurred during the Madrigal the Ridge Rescue Squad. I may have
death by two brothers: Wilbur Bailey Mary Theresa Landers (Jack) both of Dinners inside the Reconstructed State missed some names but please know
(Sandra) and Milton Bailey Sr., one Maryland and survived by brother in House. Immediately, five other guests, that I offer my sincere thanks to all of
sister Velma Bailey Rothwell, and one law Charlie Dietrich (MD). Born to a who just happened to be members of the you. Our community is most fortunate
great-granddaughter Ayana Bailey. large Irish family, Bernie’s cousins are MVRS, stepped in and handled the situ- to have so many selfless individuals
We understand that many family too numerous to list, with the exception ation. They were quick to make an as- that willingly help others. During this
members, friends and coworkers, of special cousins and residents of sessment, get their medical supplies and COVID-19 pandemic, we are especially
could not come to pay their respects Calvert County, Steve & Carol Dargan. stabilize the guest. They did not hesi- grateful to all our first responders and
to Norman during these times of the His family would like to recognize tate to assist even though they were in all those helping and risking their safety
Coronavirus. We agree with you that
the entire staff at Calvert Memorial formal dress and missed out on a large during this unprecedented time.
Norman deserves a much larger than
Hospital for their continued part of the entertainment. Mary Bohanan
life celebration; Norman did many
commitment to patient care, especially Thank you to Marie Kurtz, Brigid Events Manager
things and touched many lives, so we
during these trying times. and Dan Kenny, Nicole (Nikki) Simp- Historic St. Mary’s City
know that you ALL wanted to be here,
A memorial will be planned once son and Linda Talton from MVRS. The St. Mary’s City, MD 20686
to show your support and pay your
large gatherings of people are again
respect. However, lest not forget, God
permitted.
28 Sports The County Times Thursday, April 30, 2020
“Bouquets of Blessings”
Lynda J. Striegel
When you visited your doctor last to take possession of the property.
time, did the doctor tell you he or she To create a Trust and not check it
wanted to see you in 6 months or a periodically just defeats the purpose
year for a “check-up”? Probably, and of the Trust. Suppose, for example,
you probably understood that a check- that you inherited a house after you
up of your health was important. Why created your Trust and you did not
is it then that many people seem to update the Trust to include it. When
not understand the importance of an you die, that house will have to go
estate planning check-up? through the probate process to get to
Have you changed over the past 20, your loved ones—the very thing you
10 or even 5 years? What about your created the trust to avoid. Updating a
loved ones? Have their circumstances Trust is critically important and you
changed over time? Yes, you have a should be meeting with your estate
Will so can feel comfortable that you planning attorney to do that every
have at least expressed your intentions couple of years.
in writing. But, when was the last time Let’s not forget the critical Power
It was so wonderful to walk out snakes everywhere, which is fine, you actually looked at your Will, or of Attorney document or your Living
the front door with Mindy this I just don’t want any in our house Power of Attorney, or Living Will, or Will. The person you might have
morning and find a beautiful bouquet again. I remember the startled look Trust? Not surprisingly, most people appointed in your Power of Attorney
of flowers left on our front porch – on the plumber’s face a few year’s who actually review their older estate years ago may no longer be capable or
even the ribbons were beautiful. I ago when he found a snakeskin down planning documents are shocked by even willing to serve in that capacity.
have not found out who left them for in the laundry room. My husband what they find—beneficiaries who Most attorneys advise clients to name
us yet. I posted a photo of them on and I told him, “Wow, that snake has have died, executors who are no at least two fall-back persons who can
Facebook with a thank you, but no gotten bigger, that’s the second skin.” longer able to serve in such a position, act as Power of Attorney in the event
one has responded that they are the I did have some sleepless nights there no mention of younger generations the named person doesn’t survive. If
secret flower deliverers. My neighbor for awhile wondering just where that of loved ones, continued mention you have not yet done that, make sure
Shelley said, they must have been snake might be hiding, especially of long-divorced or even deceased you do. And, if you have not reviewed
meant for her. Which is true, if since our bedroom is right above the spouses, etc. And, keep in mind that your “no life-sustaining procedures”
anyone should get flowers it should laundry room. So Snake Away to the it isn’t only the will or trust you need requests made under your Living
be her, because I can’t think of rescue this season. to keep up to date. It is, in fact, every Will, make sure you still agree with
anything nice I have done lately. So, Oh my, I can’t believe how just beneficiary designation you have what you said. Keep in mind—with
it was a beautiful start to a beautiful spreading it outside of our house made on retirement plans, investment all estate planning documents, the
warm, dry day (while I am writing has caused our entire house to smell accounts, bank accounts, insurance latest dated document counts.
this anyway). We are blessed, my like mothballs – which I hate, and policies, etc. For a married couple, What about those beneficiaries you
husband and I say that every day and my husband likes. He says it has that means times two. designated to receive your retirement
name lots of the people and things we a clean smell to him. I feel like it Does updating your estate planning amount or insurance proceeds when
are blessed with. has cleaned out my sense of smell documents really matter? If you want you die? When was the last time
Also, as I am writing, Google and taste. Everything tastes and to leave peace and harmony in your you checked those? You need to
Calendar annoyingly keeps popping smells like mothballs to me. Thank family when you go, the answer is know that a Will or a Trust will
up on the right side as I type saying, goodness our Chaptico Market fried yes. If you want to precipitate a NOT override the beneficiaries you
“You have no events scheduled for chicken dinner last night tasted like war among loved ones and family have named to receive insurance or
today.” See, I am not in nice mode. it was supposed to – delicious and members, there is no better way to do retirement proceeds. So, make sure
Yes, I know I have no events, quit such a treat. We even made it home it than to have fights over the meaning those beneficiaries match what you
rubbing it in. Actually though, I without chicken bones flying out the of language you have left behind. want to do in your Will or Trust. Have
am loving being at home. Don’t get car window. I miss coming out of our “Everything to my spouse, if she you left your retirement savings to an
me wrong, I do get excited about church, Christ Church in Chaptico, survives and, if not, in equal shares ex-spouse? Or your life insurance
those rare trips to the grocery store on Sundays and smelling all that to my children.” Sound good? It is, proceeds to your deceased parents?
now, and I try to really savor the Sunday fried chicken cooking at unless you take into account that the Updating beneficiary designations
time shopping. I always have loved the Market. All of Chaptico smells creator of this language was divorced is one of the most important tasks
grocery shopping anyway – it is a like fried chicken – could there be with two children he has not seen for you can complete to ensure you have
comfort time for me. And we all need anything better? Well, Thursday is twenty years; remarried to a woman protected yourself and your loved
comfort now. meatloaf day at Chaptico Market, who died but had children and has ones.
Seems like we were so crazily busy and that is a strong contender. Love been rearing his step-children (whom Updating your estate documents
before all this with something to do, the huge slab of meatloaf on white he never adopted) as his own for is not a difficult task. Many firms,
or felt like it was important to do, bread the Market fixes. twenty years. Under the language, including mine, offer document
every day or night. Was it important? I guess its out to the workshop the step-children are cut out of the review at no charge. Even if you have
Some things yes, of course. Now, for me now, it is such a beautiful will entirely. changes you want to make, amending
I am perfectly content to stay at day, even without the beautiful Or, suppose you went to the trouble your documents is not a costly
home lots more than before. Let me bouquet that was left this morning. of protecting your loved ones by proposition. Give yourself the gift of
rephrase that, I was content to stay If it was you who left it, thank you creating a Revocable Living Trust. peace of mind by regularly reviewing
home or at least in the house until for bringing joy to us. I wish joy and The concept of the Trust is to avoid what you have and keeping all your
I got the bright idea to dump half a good health for all of you, and lots of the probate process. To do that, you estate planning documents up to date.
bag of Snake Away at the base of our daily blessings. re-titled your property into the name Please consider giving a donation
laundry room door (on the outside) To each new day’s beautiful of your Trust so that you would not to PROJECT ECHO, our community
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Our Pause!
Right now, our world has been put on pause. In the midst of COVID-19, nations, our country, and our state have been
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