Roger Pickens Passes Away

    Roger Lee Pickens, 85, of Davidsonville, MD, a retired lawyer, died on Thursday, July 25, 2019, at Brightview Senior Living in Edgewater, MD. 
    Mr. Pickens and his twin brother, Richard Dee, were born December 29, 1933, in Clarksburg, WV to the late Fannie (Perkins) and Eustace Hill Pickens. He served in the U.S. Army and attended Marshall University earning a Bachelors of Science degree. He worked in sales and marketing at Proctor & Gamble and later for Johnson & Johnson. Mr. Pickens came to reside in Bowie, MD with his wife, Movita. He worked in real estate at PGP Realty and later started his own real estate company, Sun Coast Realty. He earned his Juris Doctorate degree in Law from the University of Baltimore and worked as a criminal defense Panel Attorney in Washington, DC. In 1978, he moved to Davidsonville, MD. Mr. Pickens was an avid Marshall University fan and supporter. He enjoyed living near the water and spending time with family and friends. He especially liked watching his children and grandchildren participate in sporting events and other activities. 
    Roger was preceded in death by his wife, Movita (Ellcessor) Pickens; his twin brother, Richard Dee Pickens; a nephew, Richard Dee "R2" Pickens, II; sister-in-law, Bonita Ellcessor (Bill) Dowis; and his best friend, Roderick (Sandra) Hall. He is survived by two children, Roderick Lee (Sara Morrison) Pickens of Davidsonville, MD and Lynn Ellen (John Poliks) Pickens of Crofton, MD; five grandchildren, Matthew (Michelle) Pickens, Zackary Pickens, Grace Pickens, Marissa Poliks, and Karen Poliks; his siblings, Neil (Catherine) Pickens of The Villages, FL, and Sharon (Roger) Herron of Ft. Myers, FL; a sister-in-law, Babette Pickens of Crofton, MD; and his many nieces and nephews, Cathy Pickens Radd, Scott Pickens, Christine (Scott) Hunt Szympruch, Carrie Hunt, Russell (Diana) Dowis, Penny (Randy) Dowis Wiles, Col. Katrina Dowis (Ret.), and Mindy (Bryan) Dowis Davis.           Friends are invited to celebrate Roger's life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, from 1 pm until his memorial service at 3 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Marshall University Scholarship Fund: Big Green, P.O. Box 1360, Huntington, WV 25715.

Radio Club Meets Aug 1

The Anne Arundel Radio Club, will have their regular monthly meeting Thur., Aug 1 at 7:30 PM at 3789 Queen Anne Bridge Road, Davidsonville, MD, 21035

Good Video About 214 Sinkhole

    Here is a good video showing work on the sinkhole and explaining its cause.
https://www.wbaltv.com/article/sinkhole-route-214-closed-davidsonville-central-avenue/28497437

Annapolis Detailing In D'Ville

The Annapolis Detailing Center has moved to Davidsonville.
They offer professional detailing services, such as: Hand wash/wax, buffing, interior deep cleaning, carpet shampooing, and paint-less dent repair.

https://www.autoyas.com/US/Davidsonville/827207897330888/Annapolis-Detail-Center

Kinohi Poultry Web Site

Chicken, Ducks, Turkeys
Eggs to suit your fancy.
Kinohi Poultty
3860 Wayson Road, Davidsonville
https://www.foodbevg.com/US/Davidsonville/1779541428939418/Kinohi-Poultry

Sinkhole Closes Central Ave.

Route 214 (Central Ave.) is closed between Riva Road and Beards Point Road in Davidsonville due to a large sinkhole, the Anne Arundel County Police Department is reporting. Traffic is being diverted onto Riva and Beards Point roads.

Wendy O'Sulllivan Named Supt.

    Wendy O’Sullivan of Davidsonville has been named superintendent of the Chesapeake Bay Office of the National Park Service, overseeing efforts to manage and develop the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network.

    O’Sullivan currently serves as associate regional director for partnerships, visitor experience, and outdoor recreation for the National Capital Region in Washington, D.C, overseeing six regional programs and a $3.8 million budget. She will begin her new assignment in the Annapolis office this summer.

    “Wendy brings extensive experience creating and sustaining partnerships to her new role,” park service Northeast Regional Director Gay Vietzke said in announcing the appointment Monday. “Her background in strategic partnerships will bring a steady hand and a wealth of knowledge to managing the National Park Service’s role in preserving the largest estuary in North America.”

    The Chesapeake Conservancy, the principal partner to National Park Service on the Chesapeake Bay Gateways, applauded O’Sullivan’s selection citing her background in marine policy, partnerships and community engagement.

DUMC Peach Festival Aug. 10

DAVIDSONVILLE UMC  Peach Festival 

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH 11 AM - 2 PM 

Join us for our Annual Peach Festival, Saturday, August 10th from 11-2. Entry is FREE and there will be FREE activities for kids and families, live music, food sales, and fresh peach goods! It will be a fun family event you won't want to miss!!!

🧡 Peach Pies
🧡 Peach Cheesecake
🧡 Peach Cobbler
🧡 Tongues of Fire BBQ
🧡 Hamburgers, Hotdogs & Fries
🧡 Peach Smoothies
🧡 Local Crafters & Vendors
🧡 Moon Bounce
🧡 Kids Games & Face-painting

Tickets for Peach Pies will begin to be handed out at 10:30 AM. Distribution of pies will not begin until 11 AM. Due to limited quantities we are only able to sell one pie per person. 

All Proceeds from the Davidsonville UMC Annual Peach Festival directly supports DUMC Missions & Outreach.

Sarah Bennett Passes Away

Sarah Oretha Bennett, 80, of Lusby, MD passed away peacefully at home on July 13, 2019. She was born September 26, 1938 in Washington, DC. Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and one brother, and her husband Frank J. Bennett. She is survived by her four daughters – Ria, Cathy, Chris, and Patty; and three grandchildren – Vinny, Carlotta, and Nick.

Sarah was the loving daughter of William M. Bolin and Jessie Bolin Wilson. She was a loyal sister to Carrie, Josephine, and Bill. After graduating from Chamberlain Vocational High School in 1956, Sarah began a professional singing career, spanning more than 30 years. She was honored to tour with the USO and finished her career as lead singer for Washington area band, “The Wonders.” Sarah was unwaveringly devoted to her family. She cherished 42 years with her loving husband, Frankie, adored her four daughters, and was a very proud Nonna to three grandchildren. She also dedicated 40 years to the State of MD – MVA, retiring as Driver Examiner in October 2000. She loved music, dancing, watching classic movies on TCM, and word search puzzles! Always a treasure to her family and friends, she will be forever loved – forever missed.

A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, August 23, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035. Inurnment will be in the Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham, MD at a later date.

Contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016. https://www.kidney.org/

Recent Davidsonville Land Sales

1)    A 2.21 acre site at 3630 Queen Anne Bridge Road known as lot 1 was sold by Brian Camerieri to Timothy Leonardi and Brighid Patterson for $245,000.

2)    A 11.11 acre site at 3177 Patuxent River Road known as lot 3 in the Gertz Property sold by Cheryl Washington to Phillip Saine for $290,000.

Lorraine Donoian Passes Away

    Lorraine G Donoian, 89, of Davidsonville, Maryland and formerly of Worcester, Massachusetts died from complications of congestive heart failure on July 16, 2019, at Mandrin House of the Hospice of the Chesapeake in Harwood, Maryland. 
    Born December 19, 1929 in Worcester, Massachusetts, she is predeceased by her parents, George and Gertrude Werner of West Yarmouth, Massachusetts, and her late husband of 58 years, Harry Donoian of Davidsonville, Maryland. Lorraine was retired as a Register of Wills for the State of Maryland and living in Davidsonville with her husband, Harry and son Steve. She loved to travel first with her husband and later with her son. She has visited Florida many times, New England, Missouri, California, Hawaii, South Carolina, Europe including London and Paris. She was one of the first visitors to Cancun, Mexico. Thy also had a second home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware for over 20 years where they enjoyed long walks on the boardwalk. She also enjoyed going out to eat, watching Jeopardy and doing crosswords. Lorraine was also a person with a strong faith and belonged to Christian Community Presbyterian Church in Bowie, MD and was a member since 1966. She had many friends there and immensely enjoyed the activities they had. 
    Survivors include her son, Stephen Donoian of Davidsonville, and her brother David (Donna) Werner of Palmetto, Florida and many cousins, nieces and nephews. 
    A memorial service celebrating her life will be held on August 3, 2019 at 11 am at Christian Community Presbyterian Church. The church is located at 3120 Belair Drive Bowie, MD. A luncheon is planned for right after the service. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the church in her name to a memorial fund that is set up for her. Arrangements by the Robert E. Evans Funeral Home, Bowie, MD.

Eileen Allen Passes Away

    Eileen F. Allen, 75, a resident of Edgewater and previously of Mt. Rainier and New Carrollton, MD, passed away on July 13, 2019. 
    She was born on October 20, 1943 in Washington, DC to the late Stephen and Florence Liston. She graduated from Regina High School in Hyattsville, MD and went to work for the machinist union. After her marriage, Eileen devoted her life to making a comfortable home for her husband and children, and supporting them in their pursuits. 
    Eileen was a member of St. Mathias Catholic Church. She was an avid fan of the Redskins, Orioles and Maryland Terps and she enjoyed spending time at her home in Delaware. Most of all, Eileen loved spending time with her family and friends. 
    n addition to her parents, Eileen was preceded in death by her brother, David Liston and sister, Mary Holland. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Robert Allen; two children, Stephen Allen of Crownsville, MD and Nancie Allen of Edgewater; four grandchildren, Collette Denton, Ryan Flett, Brianna and Madison Allen; and two great-grandchildren. 
    Friends are invited to celebrate Eileen's life with her family on Thursday, July 18 from 4 to 7 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday, July 19 at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD. Interment immediately following Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Silver Spring, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society of Washington, DC, 1800 M Street, NW, Ste. B50 North, Washington, DC 20036.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A two story home on .62 acre at 1304 Anglesey Dr sold by Christopher Tengwall to Francisco and Maria Matiella tor $700,000.

2)    A split foyer home on .39 acre at 3748 Coronada Road sold by Kyle Madden to David and Saira Haas for $379,000.

Lyn-Z Pastrana Adds World Championship

From the Capital Gazette:

     Travis Pastrana is known worldwide for his various exploits and numerous accomplishments as a motorcycle rider, Rally Car driver and leader of the Nitro Circus tour.

     Pastrana, who grew up in Annapolis and now resides in Davidsonville, was inducted into the Anne Arundel County Sports Hall of Fame in 2008.

    Not many people outside the action sports world know that Pastrana’s wife is an extremely talented skateboarder. Lyn-Z Adams Pastrana specializes in the vert discipline and was a pioneer among professional female skaters.

    Lyn-Z Pastrana has captured eight medals – three gold, four silver, one bronze – in Skateboard Vert at the Summer X Games. She easily won the heart of Travis Pastrana, who stopped the show at Nitro Circus Live in Las Vegas to propose.

    Lyn-Z, whose maiden name is Hawkins, has not competed much over the past decade after giving birth to daughters Addy Ruth in 2014 and Bristol Murphy in 2015. However, she’s still got it at 29 years old and proved that last weekend.

    Lyn-Z Adams Pastrana was the winner of Skateboard Vert at the Barcelona 2019 World Roller Games. She received the lone United States berth into the world championship event and impressed the judges with her technical ability, execution and elevation.

    “I’d say the height of my airs as compared to the competition made the difference,” said Lyn-Z, who captured her first world championship in 2009. “I’ve only done three contests in the last 10 years. I trained for about a week to get ready and I guess it was like riding a bike.”

     Lyn-Z had originally been asked to serve as color commentator for the World Roller Games, but was not interested. She was somewhat surprised to receive an invitation to compete and took time from an Alaska vacation to register.

“Travis and I talked about it and we figured why not go for it. It was super fun and definitely felt good to win again,” Lyn-Z said. “Hopefully, this is a steppingstone toward getting this discipline of skating back into X Games and other competitions.”

    Apparently, Skateboard Vert has taken a backseat to Skateboard Park and Skateboard Street, both of which are contested in the Summer Olympics.

Fire In D'Ville Sunday

A hot grill caused a fire at a Davidsonville home on Sunday.    Residents of a 2-story home at 1049 Ashe called 911 to report the fire which was brought under control by county fire fighters with assistance from Annapolis and PG Co fire departments.    There were no injuries or serious damage.  

Antique Sale Sunday

Shady Side's Capt. Avery Museum will host a sale of antiques and collectibles, some from the museum’s own collection.  Items include a Chas. Parker Company double wheel coffee grinder, a Victorian washbasin set, and blue and white Chinese export porcelain. A limited number of table spaces are available for others who have antiques to sell. Table space $20, call 410-867-4486 to reserve. 

                                                          Sun, Jul. 14, 2019 at 1:00 PM

                                 1418 East West Shady Side Road, Shady Side, MD 20764

Joseph Vita, Jr. to CC Acad.

     Joseph Vita Jr. of Davidsonville has been appointed to the  Coast Guard Academy.

Margaret Figliozzi Passes Away

    Margaret E. Huffman Figliozzi (Peggy) age (70) Of Davidsonville, MD, passed away peaceful at her home on Sunday July 7, 2019. 
    Born in Washington, D.C. June 21, 1949. She was the daughter of John A. and Margaret M. (Sweeney) Huffman. She married Anthony P. Figliozzi in 1968 and was happily married over 50 years. She graduated from DuVal high school in 1967. She was very talented and worked at Walsh and Kohler glass Company, Litton, Greenhorn and O'Mara, and Northrop Grumman. She loved and helped raise her sister Anna Marie, taking pictures, reading, cooking, baking, knitting and crocheting. She had many Pen Pals she helped and never met. Peg, loved and made time for all her nieces and nephews. After a long struggle with several strokes, in 2008, Peg was bedridden for 11 years. Peg was loved by the whole family and all who knew her. 
    She is survived by husband Tony Figliozzi of Davidsonville, MD, brothers John Huffman Jr. of Landover Hills, MD, Kevin (Valerie) Huffman of Laurel, MD and Keith (Bonnie) Huffman of Marriottsville, MD, sister Anna Marie Hoyer of Dameron, MD, brother-in-law Robert Figliozzi of Davidsonville, MD, sister-in-law's Carol (Robert) Gray of Davidsonville, MD and Tina Figliozzi of Huntingtown, MD; 6 nieces, 13 nephews, 20 great nieces and nephews. Loved ones who have preceded in death parents John and Margaret Huffman of Landover Hills, MD and brother David Huffman of Laurel, MD. Peg, will surely be missed by all who loved her and knew her caring ways!     A mass will be held in her honor at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 West Central Avenue Davidsonville, MD on Saturday July 13, 2019 at 10:30 am. Please view and sign the family's guestbook at: www.beallfuneral.com

Joseph Carter Convicted Of Child Abuse

From The Patch

DAVIDSONVILLE, MD — A 33-year-old Davidsonville man has been convicted by a jury of sexual abuse of a three-year-old child who is related by marriage. Five counts in total include second degree rape and lesser charges. Joseph Earl Carter will face a potential maximum penalty of 45 years and a mandatory minimum sentence of 20 years due to his status as a repeat, violent offender for a previous child sexual assault conviction.

Anne Arundel County State's Attorney Anne Colt Leitess spoke about the case after the conviction.

"It's truly unconscionable for any person to violate a child moreover for that person to be a family member the child trusted," Leitess said in a statement. "We will seek the maximum penalty for Mr. Carter's crimes in the hope that we can protect the community as a whole as well as the victim and her family. This case reminds us that as parents we can and should talk with our children from a very young age and reinforce their knowledge that no one is allowed to touch them and that they should come forward and tell a trusted adult if that happens."

Anne Arundel County police were alerted to an incident involving the three-year-old victim when she was taken to Anne Arundel Medical Center Aug. 16, 2018, for a report of child sexual abuse. The three-year-old reported that her "Uncle Earl" had "committed sexually abusive acts against her. The child retold the incident to a specially trained forensic interviewer at the Child Advocacy Center during a videotaped statement.

According to the Anne Arundel County Police Department, Carter volunteered to watch the little girl while his wife, the three-year-old's aunt, napped. Carter told police he was never alone with the child, but his wife told officers that he was alone with her while she slept. 

During the three-day trial, the victim, now four years old, took the witness stand and was qualified to testify in court. Under Maryland Law, the child's forensic interview could be introduced as substantive evidence at trial under the so-called "Tender Years" statute. The jury had the opportunity to see and hear the child recount to a specially trained social worker the details of her abuse. The jury also heard testimony from the emergency room physician who treated the child, the lead detective who investigated the case and family members who described the behavioral and emotional changes in the child after the sexual abuse.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A one story home with no basement on .35 acre at 1554 Alcova Drive sold by Ryan and Kimberley Vanpelt to David and Janet Smith for $340,000.

2)    A twos story home on .92 acre at 3523 Russell Thomas Lane sold by Robert Nolan, Trustee, to Ryan and Kimberley Vanpelt for $683,800.

Rhea Brown Passes Away

    Rhea Hagelin Brown, 98, of Riva, MD passed away on July 1, 2019. 
    Rhea was born on July 23, 1920 to the late George and Sarah Hagelin in Lusby, MD. She worked as a receptionist for Branzell Plumbing and enjoyed volunteering for the local Girl Scouts troop, the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Riva Fire Department as well as Davidsonville Elementary School. Rhea was an avid reader, enjoyed word search puzzles and loved a good yard sale. She was happiest when she was spending time with her grandchildren. 
    In addition to her parents, Rhea was preceded in death by her husband of 31 years, John E. Brown, Sr.; a son, David Brown; and two grandchildren, Cheryl McAlister and Danny Brown. She is survived by three children, John E. Brown, Jr., Virginia Brown (Donald) McAlister and Alice B. Brown; a sister, Catherine Campbell; nine grandchildren, Brian Duvall, Michael Brown, John Brown, Robbie Murray, Sara Delao, Sally Warner, Megan Anuszewski, Shannon Mixon and Natalie Murray and 25 great-grandchildren. 
    A visitation and funeral service were held on Saturday, July 6 at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory. Interment is scheduled for Monday, July 8 at 11 am at Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery in Annapolis, MD. Condolences may be left at: KalasFuneralHomes.com

Irene Eakin Wieneke Passes Away

    Born April 25, 1925. Died July 4, 2019. Born in New Castle Virginia in Craig County. Graduated from Georgetown University. 
    Survived by her daughter Carol Sue Wieneke, her sister Willie Tucci of Mississippi and many loving nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Melvin William Wieneke in 1991 and ten of her eleven siblings - Eleanor Weeks, Muriel Henry, Ethel Alexander, Sue Lawson, Grover Ralph Eakin, John Eakin, Gordon Eakin Dolores Kenneally, Melba Kearney, and Margaret Herman. 
    She lived in Linthicum, Maryland for 40 years and taught early childhood education at Overlook Elementary school. Her young students inspired her and she them. She was excited by their accomplishments and encouraged their creativity and efforts. She moved to Davidsonville, Maryland in 1997 where she resided for 22 years. Her lovely gardens were the focus of her creativity in the warm months. She created patios and garden borders of stone and tile until she was 84 years old. She shared her love an knowledge of plants with anyone who wanted to learn. In the cool months she focused her creativity on sewing and making beautiful quilts. When asked by those mesmerized by her creations she was willing to teach or assist in their own projects. Mrs. Wieneke enjoyed the opera which she attended often. She loved a range of arts and crafts. 
    There will be a private service. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Hospice of the Chesapeake.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A one story home on  13.47 acres at 3395 Davidsonville Rd was sold by Carol Carr Trustee to Charleton Meadows LLC for $899,000

2)  A two story home on .9 acre at 902 William Meade Ct. was sold by Francis Chaney to Jeffrey and Emanuela Hatcher for $865,000.