Obituaries

Thomas Hughes Jarboe

Thomas Hughes Jarboe

Thomas Hughes Jarboe passed away August 5, 2026, with his wife and children by his side. Long before Tom raised a family, became known throughout his community or built a career as an International Trade & Export Compliance Professional, there was a little boy growing up on Rosecroft Road in St. Mary’s City, Maryland,...
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Joseph Robert Garrison, 75,

Joseph Robert Garrison, 75,

Joseph Robert Garrison, 75, of Lexington Park, MD, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at his home. He was the son of David Milton Garrison, Jr. and Mary Elizabeth Janin Garrison. Joseph was born on December 15th, 1950. He was the youngest of three and enjoyed many adventures growing up alongside his brother...
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Janet Sue Williams

Janet Sue Williams

Janet Sue Williams passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on March 18, 1949, in Washington, D.C., to the late Walter H. Horn and Anna R. Redmond Horn. Janet was the proud owner and operator of J & J Custom Stitching, where she...
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Louise Ann Slaby, 87,

Louise Ann Slaby, 87,

Louise Ann Slaby, 87, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 7, 2026. Louise was born on March 23, 1939, in Bairdford, Pennsylvania to the late John and Mary Hudak. She graduated from West Deer Township High School with honors and earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Slippery Rock...
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James Wilbur Thorne Jr.

James Wilbur Thorne Jr.

On August 22, 2026, James Wilbur Thorne Jr., affectionately known as Jim, passed away unexpectedly. Jim was born on February 25, 1950, in Washington, D.C., to the late James Wilbur Thorne Sr. and Francis Josephine Thorne. After graduating from Surrattsville High School in 1968, he honorably served his country in the United States Army....
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Daniel Alan Walsh, Sr., 76,

Daniel Alan Walsh, Sr., 76,

Daniel Alan Walsh, Sr., 76, passed away on August 26, 2026. On January 9, 1950, Daniel was born in Washington, DC, to the late Frank and Doris Walsh. He was a hardworking man who took great pride in providing for his family. He spent more than 40 years behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer,...
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Jacqueline Inez Dyson

Jacqueline Inez Dyson

Jacqueline Inez Dyson passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026, in Charlotte Hall, Maryland. She was born on December 31, 1937, in Washington, DC, to the late William Francis Streater and Evelyn Elizabeth Streater. Jacqueline was predeceased by her beloved husband, Howard Wayne Dyson, and her sister, Kathy Anderson (Andy). She is survived by...
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Michael Roy Herbert, age 62,

Michael Roy Herbert, age 62,

Michael Roy Herbert, age 62, of Nanjemoy, MD, passed away peacefully at home on August 29, 2026.  He was born on June 15, 1964, to Frances Wilkins and Fred Herbert. Mike will be fondly remembered as an avid hunter and fisherman, tractor and hot rod enthusiast, motorcyclist, campground proprietor, nudey mag connoisseur, lover of...
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Henry “Hank” Hermann Brodersen, 91,

Henry “Hank” Hermann Brodersen, 91,

Henry “Hank” Hermann Brodersen, 91, of Leonardtown, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home on August 17, 2026. Born May 29th, 1935, to the late Max F. Brodersen and Luise Klara Strum Brodersen, Hank lived a life defined by service, generosity, humor, and dedication to family, friends, and community. Hank is survived by his...
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Margaret Ann Harding, 91,

Margaret Ann Harding, 91,

Margaret Ann Harding (91) passed away on August 18, 2026 at the Hospice House of Saint Mary’s.  She was born on January 26, 1935 in Washington D.C. but moved to Saint Mary’s County at a young age. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Leonard Harding, Jr., parents, Leonard and Margaret Guy...
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Andrew Francis Nicholson, 46,

Andrew Francis Nicholson, 46,

Andrew Francis Nicholson, 46, of Mechanicsville, Maryland, passed away on August 9, 2026. Born on December 30, 1979, in Leonardtown, Maryland, Andrew was a lifelong Southern Marylander who made his home in the Mechanicsville community. He was the son of Dennis L. Nicholson and Janet T. Knox. Andrew was a longtime employee of Papa...
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Ernest “Ernie” Henry Riess, 91,

Ernest “Ernie” Henry Riess, 91,

Ernest “Ernie” Henry Riess, 91, of Baden, MD, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2026. Ernie was born on May 21, 1935, the youngest son of the late Albert “Pop” and Gertrude Riess, on a small wedge of land in Baden, known as “Horsehead.” He grew up on the family farm, raising...
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James Phillip Howard, 72,

James Phillip Howard, 72,

James Phillip Howard, 72, of Tall Timbers, Maryland, passed away on August 15, 2026, after a brief battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Born on February 10, 1954, in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Charles Phillip Howard and Myrtle Ellis Howard.  Jimmy grew up in Suitland, Maryland, spending his weekends and...
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Agnes Delores “Aunt Lorsey” Kelley, 96

Agnes Delores “Aunt Lorsey” Kelley, 96

Agnes Delores “Aunt Lorsey” Kelley, 96, of Hollywood, MD was called to eternal rest after a joyous and fruitful life on August 8th, 2026. She was born on May 27th, 1930 in Baltimore, MD to the late Frank Smart of Clearwater, SC and Mary Laurine Chase of Lexington Park, MD. Delores attended Baltimore city...
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Christine Murray

Christine Murray

Christine Murray, affectionately known as “Chris” was born on October 1, 1962, to the late Elaine Wheeler and Randolph Stoddard, Sr. Christine transitioned peacefully to Eternal Life in Heaven on August 12, 2026. She was educated in DC Public School System and received her high school diploma from H.D. Woodson and obtained an Associate...
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Betty Jane Windsor

Betty Jane Windsor

Betty Jane Windsor of Brandywine, MD, passed away peacefully at home on June 22, 2026, surrounded by her husband Richard and family. Betty was born on January 16, 1947, to the late Charles J. Thomas and Grace M. Thomas of Baden, MD. Betty is survived by: her husband Richard P. Windsor; son Clifton G....
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Gregory Bronce Roper

Gregory Bronce Roper

Gregory Bronce Roper, a loving husband, father, brother and son, passed away on August 21st. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bronce and Nancy and brother Jeff. Greg is survived by his wife Pam, son Connor, and brother Gary, as well as several nieces and nephews. After graduating from high school, Greg...
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Mable Frances Zylich

Mable Frances Zylich

Mable Frances Zylich, of Charlotte Hall, Maryland, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Frances was born on June 1, 1931, to Thomas Wolfery. On September 22, 1950, she married Bob Zylich and they raised four wonderful children. Throughout her career, Frances worked as an office manager...
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Larry Ronald “Ronnie” Stallings, Sr.

Larry Ronald “Ronnie” Stallings, Sr.

With profound sadness, we announce that Ronnie’s 18-month battle with cancer has ended. He passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2026, with his family by his side. He was 75 years old. The youngest of eight children to Warren Oliver, Sr. and Louise Virginia (Cochrane) Stallings. He was born at home on...
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Virginia Tufte Surber, 81,

Virginia Tufte Surber, 81,

Virginia Tufte Surber, 81, of Chesapeake Beach passed from time into eternity, August 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 14, 1945, in Staten Island, NY to Willy Johannesson Tufte and Margaret Helen Folli (formerly Margaret Tufte, nee Rossini). Virginia (Gini) was raised in Staten Island and graduated from St....
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Doris Evelyn McMichael, 90,

Doris Evelyn McMichael, 90,

Doris Evelyn McMichael, 90, of North Beach, passed away peacefully at home on August 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Doris was born on November 11, 1935, in Washington, D.C., to William Hamilton Davis and Evelyn Rose (Bates) Davis. She grew up in Washington, D.C. and graduated from Anacostia High School. On February...
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Brenda Catherine Nice, 65,

Brenda Catherine Nice, 65,

Brenda Catherine Nice, 65, of Inwood, WV passed away August 10, 2026 at her home. She was born January 18, 1961 in Prince Frederick to Clarence Sr. and Josephine (Knight) Nice. Brenda was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Frank and Donald Nice. She is survived by her siblings Clarence Jr., Harry,...
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Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury, 60,

Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury, 60,

Suzanne Lynn Shelton Drury, 60, of North Beach passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026, after a 21 month long-fought battle with Leukemia (AML). She was born September 18, 1965, in Washington, D.C. to Joseph and Bonnie (Barnes) Shelton. Suzanne was raised in Seat Pleasant and graduated from Central High School in 1983. She...
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Staci Rae Anderson age 57,

Staci Rae Anderson age 57,

Staci Rae Anderson age 57, died peacefully at her home in Saint Leonard, MD on August 8, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on March 11,1969 in Bremerton, WA and moved to Maryland in 1977. She is preceded in death by her mom and dad (Daniel and Stacy Holba), her biological...
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Donald John Callender (DJ)

Donald John Callender (DJ)

Donald John Callender (DJ) was called to eternal rest and glory by his Savior Jesus Christ on Friday August 7th, 2026. DJ was born on June 1st, 1944, in Newark, NJ to Rosalie Ann and Donald William Callender. DJ is survived by a host of family and friends too numerous to name. DJ was...
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