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Joseph "Harold" Huntt, 88, of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away on September 18, 2023, with his son Tim and his wife Yvonne by his side. Harold was born on February 19, 1935, in Pomfret, MD to the late Joseph Anthony Huntt and Catherine Louise Langely. He was a graduate of LaPlata High School in 1953. After graduating he enlisted in the Army National Guard during the Korean War. Harold had several jobs other than a farmer's son and was a grocery clerk at A&P, an oil burner mechanic for SMO, and then his life of fire service. He enjoyed the NASCAR races with his friends when they would fly a private plane to attend them. He had his own plane and was an avid pilot. Harold also enjoyed...

Arthur Harvey Douglas, Jr., "Doug" 89, of Charlotte Hall, MD peacefully passed away on February 9, 2023, in LaPlata, MD. Doug was born on September 7, 1933, in Washington, DC, to the late Arthur Harvey Douglas and Gladys May Tawney Douglas. Doug is survived by his loving and devoted wife Carolyn and his son, David (John Fisher), brother, Richard of Temple Hills, MD, sister Linda Mills of Longs, SC and 2 great-grandchildren, Kameron and Karlie Douglas and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his son, Brian J. Douglas, his brother, Ray Douglas, sisters Gloria Blackwood and Ina Wells and grandson, Brian J. Douglas II. The family will receive family and friends for...

Robert "Bobby" William Stasch, 79, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on February 9, 2023 in Callaway, MD. Bobby was born on August 7, 1943, to the late Otto H. and Mary C. Williams Stasch in St. Mary's County. He graduated from LaPlata High School in 1961 and received his bachelor's degree from Towson University. After that Bobby began his teaching career which spanned 25 years at T.C. Martin Elementary School. In his later years he resided on the family farm. He was a member of the Moose Lodge and Jaycees for many years. Bobby enjoyed fishing, spending time with friends and family and was an avid Washington Redskins fan, enjoying many years at the games with his family and friends. He...

On Friday, January 13, 2023, Edmond Alfred Epp, Jr, father, husband and farmer, passed away at the age of 75. Alfred was born on November 4, 1947, in LaPlata, MD to Edmond and Frances Epp of Gallant Green, MD. Alfred served the United States Postal Service over 40 years, delivering mail in Charlotte Hall, MD. While proud of his time at the postal service, his true passion was farming his family's land in Gallant Green. He was a collector of old tractors, a creative mechanic, an avid competitor in local tractor pulls and possessed the ever-hopeful spirit of a true farmer. In his retirement, he especially enjoyed hosting his grandchildren for camping weekends at the farm and dancing in local...

Barbara Ann Cooke (Bobbie), 81, of Hughesville, MD, passed away January 1, 2023 at Medstar Washington Hospital Center. Bobbie was born August 31, 1941, to Charles and Catherine (Kitty) Burch in Washington, DC, and was one of six children. She had two children, Cathy and Cris. Bobbie is survived by her daughter, Cathy Gibson (Michael) of Hughesville, MD; grandchildren, Aubrey Moses (Drew), Noah Gibson, and Luke Gibson; great grandchildren, Blaire Brewer and Kade Moses; brother, Jerry Burch Sr. (Brenda) of Charlotte Hall, MD; and sisters, Lorraine Hancock of Compton, MD, Donna Jarboe (George) of Charlotte Hall, MD, Ellen Bowles (Donnie) of Charlotte Hall, MD. Bobbie is preceded in death by...

Known as the firecracker baby, Kenneth Warren Snelling was born on the Fourth of July, 1924. He passed away peacefully on December 11, 2022. He was the youngest of six children born to O.C. and Delia Snelling. After graduating from Tipton High School, OK, he enrolled at Oklahoma A&M in 1942 and entered the army soon afterward. After returning from WWII in 1946, Ken farmed joined the family farm, and finished his bachelor's degree at Wayland Baptist College in Plainview, TX. The farm, however, couldn't hold him. He was attending Golden Gate Baptist Seminary when he met his future bride. He completed a MS degree at Oklahoma A&M in 1957, married Erleen Gaskin on August 23, 1958,...

Maria "Mary" Elizabeth Johnson, 93, of Hughesville, MD passed away on December 1, 2022, at her home. Mary was born on May 17, 1929, to John and Eva Reisenauer in Washington state. In 1946 she met Don Johnson in Spokane, Washington. They were married in 1947 and were together for 60 years until his passing in 2007. Mary and Don had 4 children together, Donna Tawney of Hughesville, MD, Robert (Bobby) G. Johnson of Winchester, Virginia, Michael Kevin Johnson who predeceased his mother, and Brian Keith Johnson of Centreville, Maryland. Mary was a homemaker and loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed entertaining her In-laws, she really cared for the Johnsons as her family was out of...

Died on November 10, 2022 in Waldorf, MD at age 97. Born on December 23, 1924 in Long Beach, CA. Services are November 19, 2022 at Brinsfield Funeral Home & Crematory, P.A., Charlotte Hall, MD

Billie Joan Geisbert, 91 passed away on November 2, 2022, at her home in Charlotte Hall, Maryland. Billie was born February 5, 1931, to Elbert Inglis and Eugenia Pearson in Bonham, Texas. After high school, Billie went on to college to become a registered nurse. Billie married Stuart Geisbert Jr. on January 1, 1954. They had three children, Stuart, Sandy, and Stacey. Billie enjoyed helping others which included her church, blood drives, meals on wheels, girl scouts, and the moonlight dream club to name a few. Above all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. Billie is survived by her children Stuart Geisbert III (Shirley) of Charlotte Hall, MD, Sandy Ondrejcak (Jack) of Bryantown, MD,...

James J. "Joe" Hill, Sr., age 98, (formerly of Clinton, MD), passed away 8/20/2022 in Hendersonville, TN. Visitation: 9/12/2022 - 11am-1pm, Funeral Service: 1pm, Brinsfield Funeral Home, Charlotte Hall, MD. Interment: Trinity Memorial Gardens, Waldorf, MD Condolences can be made to the family at www.BrinsfieldFuneral.com

Edward Brent Simpson, 71 of Charlotte Hall, MD peacefully passed away on June 29, 2022, surrounded by loved ones at his home. Brent was born on March 7, 1951, in La Plata to the late Joseph Brennan, Sr., and the late Sarah Louise Davis Simpson. He is also predeceased by his brothers, Joseph Brennan Simpson, Jr., James Michael Simpson, Sr., sister, Mary "Peggy" Bailey, and brother-in-law, Wayne St.Clair. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Barbara Elaine St.Clair Simpson, daughters, Wendy Getgen (Rodne), Kristin Simpson, Jamie Brown (John, Jr.), and Jessica McEwan (Donald), all of Charlotte Hall, MD. He is also survived by 11 grandkids, Lewis, Tyler, Jax, Kaitlyn, Jarett, Jenna,...

Charles "Chuck" Paul Miller Jr. passed away early Sunday morning, June 12th, 2022. Chuck was born on July 27th, 1956 in Washington D.C. to Alice M. Miller and the late Charles P. Miller Sr. of Clinton, Maryland. Chuck was the oldest of five children and grew up on his family farm. He graduated from Surrattsville Senior High in 1974. During his early years of farming, he raised tobacco and livestock. He managed Miller Farms Produce Market where he established many special relationships with his co-workers and customers. Chuck opened the Miller Farm's concession stand and eventually fulfilled his dreams of opening Miller's Country Market in Charlotte Hall, with his wife Sue. Chuck enjoyed...

Bruce Melvin Lyons, 79, of Mechanicsville, MD, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2022. Bruce was born on January 18, 1943, to the late James and Edna Lyons in the bustling city of Augusta, GA. Bruce served his country in the United States Air Force for 25 years and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. In 1969, he met Sandra Lyons in Augusta, GA. Bruce and Sandra went on to have one child, Christopher Lyons (Nicole) of Mechanicsville, MD. Bruce retired in 2000 after 25 years in the field. While retired, Bruce had time to pursue his love of playing golf and enjoyed listening to music. Bruce was predeceased by his parents, James and Edna Lyons. He is survived by his wife, Sandra...

John J. Linehan passed away on 3/14/22 in the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com

Alan Eugene Ballard, 80, passed away on 3/14/22. Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com

Raymond B. Allen, Jr., 86, died 2/22/ 2022, with his loving wife, Clara, at his side. Born in Middlebury, VT, Ray was the son of the late Raymond and Catherine Allen. Ray is survived by his wife, Clara; his stepson Ricky and his sister Patty. He was predeceased by his wife Edna; his parents and his siblings Alice, Nancy, John, Tom, Barbara, and Mike. Condolences can be made at www.BrinsfieldFuneral.com

Jean Mildred Locantore, 85, passed away on 02/19/2022. She was born on 10/24/1936 to Marvin and Mildred Fenno. Jean was a dedicated wife and mom to her husband of 65 years Ferdinand Locantore. Her daughters Peggy Wrightson (deceased), Linda Macpherson, and her son Michael Locantore Condolences can be made to the family at www.BrinsfieldFuneral.com

Benjamin KENNEDY Abell, Jr., 93 of Leonardtown, MD, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2022 at Georgetown University Hospital with his loving family by his side. Born October 1,1928 in Sparks, MD, he was the son of the late B. Kennedy and Adelaide Maria (Lynch) Abell. He was the youngest of five children, and was preceded in death by his siblings Enoch Booth (EB) Abell, Mary Jane Scully, Robert Peery Abell, and Thomas Lynch Abell. Kennedy married the love of his life, Elizabeth Ann Lacey on February 14, 1953. He was devoted to Ann and has missed her every single day since her departure on January 19th, 2005. Their love story began with dances in Medley's Neck and spanned over five...

Sarah Helen Clagett was welcomed into heaven on Feb. 6, 2022. A memorial service will be on Feb. 15, 2022 at 10 am at Brinsfield Funeral Home in Charlotte Hall. The memorial will be Live Streamed on the Brinsfield website. A graveside service will be held on a later date in Whiteville, NC. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Tom Clagett; and her brother, Bill High. She is survived by her siblings Bob High and Walter High; her children, Tucker Clagett, Marnie Robison, and Helen Dasher Millman; and her grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to Ambassador Camp.

Dennis James Anderson Sr., 91, of Waldorf, Maryland passed away on January 25, 2022 with his family by his side in Washington D.C. The family will be accepting friends for Dennis's Visitation on Thursday, February 3, 2022 at Brinsfield Funeral Home at 30195 Three Notch Rd, Charlotte Hall, MD, from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm The funeral Service will be held at 10 am on Friday, February 4, 2022 on Dennis's Farm in Waldorf, MD. Address promulgated at the viewing for those planning to attend. Interment will be private. Condolences may be made at www.BrinsfieldFuneral.com

Robert Glenn Leonard, 85, of LaPlata, MD passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at UM Charles Regional Medical Center in LaPlata, MD. He was born on April 3, 1936 in Kingsport, TN to the late Donald Harry Leonard and Mary Ellen (Rhea) Leonard. Bob met the love of his life, Betty Jean "Bebe" Frye and they married in 1956. They loved and lived happily for over sixty-three (63) years before her passing in August, 2019. Bob missed his wonderful wife and the mother of their three children immensely. His family is taking solace in the knowledge he is now reunited with his beloved Bebe. Bob was a hard worker and owned his own electrical business. He loved sports and was an avid golfer. Bob...