Maureen Jane Williams, 77, a resident of Davidsonville, MD died on Wednesday, October 28 at her home.
Born on May 5, 1943 in Washington, DC to the late William and Margaret Rasmussen, Maureen earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Trinity College. She worked at St. Elizabeth's Hospital and the Department of Health and Human Services and was a parishioner at Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville. Maureen's husband, William Laski passed away a few hours after Maureen, also on October 28.
She is survived by her children, Robert (Lisa) Williams of Seward, NE, Michael (Sue) Williams of Arlington, VA and Christopher (Ricki) Williams of Centreville, VA; her sister, Eileen (John) Verna of Washington, DC; her grandchildren, Thomas, Drew, Danny, Nicole, Risa and Madeline Williams; her former husband, Thomas Williams and five great-grandchildren. Maureen was preceded in death by her son, Daniel Williams.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to one's local church.
Friday, October 30, 2020
Maureen Williams Passes Away
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Nov. 4 Free State Fly Fishers Virtual Meeting
NEWS RELEASE
11/04/20 – Club Meeting – Gary Grey –
Adirondack Fishing Opportunities
For many years Gary, a FSFF member, has been traveling north to the Adirondacks in upper state New York for camping and fishing trips. During his trips, he has often targeted northern pike, but has also caught his share of smallmouth bass and largemouth bass. Gary will share information about the multitude of fishing opportunities in the hundreds of lakes and ponds and miles of streams and rivers throughout the Adirondacks.
Please contact Ryan Harvey: rybeer@gmail.com a few days before the event for the Zoom link
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Early Voting Locations
Early voting is now underway. The closest places to vote are at Crofton Middle School and South River High School. Mail in voting can still be done if you ordered and received a ballot from the election commission.
Anthony Vigorito Passes Away
He was born on April 2, 1933 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Pasquale and Marie Vigorito. After graduating from high school, Vic enlisted in the U.S. Marines in 1952 and later transferred to the U.S. Air Force. In addition to duty stations in the states, Vic served in the Philippines and Germany. His last duty station was Andrews Air Force Base from which he retired in 1971 at the rank of Master Sergeant. Shortly thereafter, Vic joined the U.S. Secret Service and spent the next 20 years serving five Presidents as a member of the Foreign Dignitary Protection Security Division. Because he was fluent in Italian, Vic was assigned as the lead agent for both visits to the United States by Pope John Paul II.
While on home leave in January 1956, Vic met Ann D'Eredita on a Sunday evening blind date. Love blossomed quickly and they were married the following Saturday. Theirs was a story of love and friendship that continued to bloom for the next 59 years. Vic's laughter was engaging and he loved to entertain family and friends with jokes and stories from his military and Secret Service careers. In his younger years, he played fast-pitch softball in the Philippines. He also coached in daughter's softball league in New York and his son's little league baseball team in Camp Springs, MD. Vic and Ann were avid bowlers and, in their later years, enjoyed visiting casinos in Delaware and Maryland. Most of all, Vic was devoted to his family; their happiness was always his first priority. Vic was a former member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Clinton, MD and most recently attended Holy Family Catholic Church in Davidsonville, MD.
In addition to his parents, Vic was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ann; his son-in-law, Alberto DiPompo, both of whom died in 2015 and by his aunt, Margaret Omert. He is survived by his daughter, Deborah DiPompo of West River, MD; his son, Michael and wife, Bethany Vigorito of Woodbridge, VA; two grandchildren, Joseph and his wife, Jeannine DiPompo of Perry Hall, MD; one great-granddaughter, "My Little Girl"; one aunt, Josephine Molarini of Long Island, NY who was more like a sister to him; his devoted companion, Donna Trott of Solomons, MD; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Recent Davidsonville Home Sales
1) A one story home on 1.08 acre at 729 E. Appomattox Rd. sold by The Nelson Holt Rev. Trust to Carlton Adkins and Thanwarat Inpa for $589,000.
2) A one story home on 1.22 acre at 3476 Monitor Ct. sold by Michael Davis to Gregory and Lindsay Weigel for $625,550.
Friday, October 23, 2020
Pastrana Jumps Over Ego Alley
Davidsonville resident made good on his plans to jump over Ego Alley in a car on Oct. 22. You can read about it at:
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Recent Davidsonville Home Sales
1) A one story home on .35 acre at 1635 Manor View Rd sold by Laura Lanza to the Samuel Wood Marital Trust for $376,000.
2) A one story home without basement on .35 acre at 3747 Ridgewood Rd. sold by Jada Management LLC to William Burns for $335,000.
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
Richey Family Halloween Decorations
Saturday, October 17, 2020
Recent Davidsonville Home Sales
1) A ranch style on story home on 1.41 acres at 1059 Sugar Maple Dr. sold by the Charles Miller Trust to Brian and Adrianne Patterson for $665,000.
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Stream Restoration In Gravely
Gravely Run, formerly a 20-foot ravine, is now a healthy stream hospitable to frogs. Image by Cheryl Costello.
The proof is in the tadpoles. The restoration of a stream that eventually leads to the South River has produced remarkable results—for the first time in residents’ memory, frogs have appeared there.
What was a steep, hazardous ravine that washed runoff into waterways is now a healthy stream. Cheryl Costello gives us a look at the “before and after” of the Arundel Rivers Federation project in Davidsonville, Maryland. Watch video below:
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Big Shrimp and Scallops Sale Oct 17
Pick-up October 17th from 8 am-1 pm
Homestead Gardens Davidsonville 743 West Central Avenue
Enjoy nothing but the freshest shrimp and scallops direct from the Outer Banks, delivered through contact less delivery right to your car.
Shrimp and scallops will each be sold by the 5lb box.
Limited quantities available so get your order in quickly.
You won’t want to miss out!
Recent Davidsonville Home Sale
1) A two story home on 1.00 acre at 3562 Ashland Dr. sold by Leon Bromley to Michael and Karen Brewer for $1,050,000.
Thursday, October 8, 2020
George Benoit Passes Away
George Benoit, 75, of Arnold, Maryland, died October 3, 2020 at Anne Arundel Medical Center.
George proudly graduated from the Dogwood Acres Caring Canines Pet Therapy Certification Program in Davidsonville and volunteered with the P.A.W.S. program (People & Animals Who Serve) in Anne Arundel County and later at Anne Arundel Medical Center with his Golden-Doodles, Kallie and Maya.
George is survived by his wife, Nina Benoit, his brother Raymond Benoit, his sons Matthew Benoit and Douglas Benoit, his daughters Natalie Haviland and Allison Waggy, and his grandchildren Ashley Frounfelker, Emily Benoit, Zachary Haviland, Rebecca Benoit, Ethan Waggy, and Elizabeth Waggy.
Visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday October 12, 2020 from 10 - 12 PM at Barranco Severna Park Funeral Home at 495 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park, MD. The funeral service will follow immediately at 12 pm. The funeral will be private for immediate family. The burial service will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens at 900 W Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD.
To read the complete obituary, go to: George Benoit obituary
Homestead 8th Annual Critter Crawl
Homestead Gardens 8th Annual Critter Crawl goes virtual! Dress your pet in their favorite Halloween costume, snap a picture and enter the contest. Entries may be submitted starting now til midnight October 24th. The Critter Crawl benefits our local SPCA of AA County. We do ask that you make a $5.00 donation when you enter your pet. Winners will be announced on October 29, 2020
Prizes
First Place: Homestead Garden Farm & Pet Gift Basket including Gift Cards valued at $225
Runner Up: Homestead Garden Farm & Pet Gift Bag including Gift Card valued at $125
People’s Choice: Homestead Garden Farm & Pet Gift Bag including Gift Card valued at $75How to Enter
Submit your pets photo, name, and your contact information HERE. Please note, incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
Judging Criteria
Our panel of distinguished judges will select the Best Costume and runner up using the following criteria: Originality | Creativity | Effort
Rules
One entry per person. Employees of Homestead Gardens, all divisions are not eligible.
Publicity
By entering the 2020 Critter Crawl, you acknowledge that your pet may be included in any post-event coverage on social media and/or homesteadgardens.com.
Sponsored by VCA South Arundel Animal Hospital
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Ethel Boyd Passes Away
Ethel "Bobbie" Bold, 76, of Chester, MD and previously of Davidsonville, MD passed away at her home on Sunday, October 4, 2020.
Bobbie was born on September 24, 1944, in Washington, DC to the late, Richard and Ethel Sinclair. After high school, Bobbie worked for the National Geographic Society while attending an orthodontic nursing program. She had a successful career in the field for 35 years. Bobbie enjoyed antiquing and turned that passion into a business, Sisters Two Antiques, a joint venture with her sister, Florence and husband, Bob. She also spent countless hours researching genealogy, especially making trips to the National Archives. She was a member of the United Methodist Women of Calvary United Methodist Church, and the Davidsonville Chapter of the Ruritan Club. Bobbie will be remembered most for the love she had for her family and her dedication as wife, mother, and grandmother.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Bob; her children, Sharon (Ken) Merkel, and Dan (Heather) Bold both of Stevensville; granddaughter, Rebecca Merkel, a sister, Florence Marshall of Lewes, DE, and a nephew, Scott Sinclair Hall of Seattle, WA
Friends and family are invited to a service to celebrate Bobbie's life on Thursday, October 8, 2020, at 10 a.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 7500 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 300, Greenbelt, MD 20770.
Monday, October 5, 2020
Why Worry Farm Open
The fields at Why Worry Farm are open for pumpkin picking and fall decor every weekend through October. We ask that you wear a mask when around others and socially distance. Unfortunately Anne Arundel County’s Agriculture Education Day has been cancelled this year, but the farm remains open for our friends and neighbors to keep your fall family traditions.
Hours: 1-8 Weekdays, 10-8 Weekends
Sunday, October 4, 2020
Watch For Ballot Scams
At least one swindler is trying to take advantage of the new Main-In voting system. They are visiting homes and offering to take residents' completed ballots to the nearest drop-off box located around the county, according to the election board.
"DO NOT GIVE A STRANGER YOUR BALLOT TO TURN IN FOR YOU,"
Recent Davidsonville Home Sale
1) A one story home with no basement on 2.04 acres at 1200 W. Central Ave sold by Kenneth Budden to George Upperman and Pamela Glass for $399,900.
Doepkins Farm Has Pumpkins & Flowers
The Doepkens' Farm at 2567 Davidsonville Road is open this fall with their flowers, cats, and pumpkins for sale. For hours, you can call ahead at (410) 721-2739. Website: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Doepkens'%20Farm/325955287468723/
Friday, October 2, 2020
Selling a Land Preservation Easment
Bill before the County Council:
RESOLUTION approving the application of Eleanor R. King to sell an agricultural land preservation easement to the Maryland Agricultural Land Preservation Foundation on 67.5 acres in Davidsonville, Maryland
Recent Davidsonville Home Sales
1) A two story home on .93 acre at 2425 Pebblebrook Ct. sold by Raymond Elsey and Carolyn Smith to John and Rosalyn King for $1,328,000.
2) A two story home on 2.01 acres at 1019 Double Gate Rd sold by James and Carol Fye to Eric P. Dent, Jr., for $747,630.
