Jessica Zimmerman At Chris Newport

    Jessica Zimmerman,  daughter of Sean and Joanie Zimmerman of Davidsonville, is a freshman at Chris Newport University and is majoring in neuroscience.  She is also on the soccer team and her bio can be read at:  https://www.cnusports.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/jessica-zimmermann/9140

Brandi Fontaine Soccer Academy

     Former Davidsonville resident Brandi Fontaine is a soccer coach and has her own soccer school.
http://www.brandifontainesocceracademy.com/staff/soccer-academy-staff

George Muller Passes Away

    George W. Muller Jr., age 72, died of a cardiac arrest on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at his home in Crofton, Maryland. 
    George was born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 10, 1947, He graduated from Andover (MA) High School in 1965 and from Brown University in 1969. He obtained his masters degree in English from the University of Rhode Island and pursued doctoral studies in English at Indiana University. He retired after thirty years of service with the federal government as a information technology professional. 
    Predeceased by his father, George W. Muller Sr. In 1965, George is survived by his longtime companion and wife, Delice E. Richards; his son, Charles T. Muller of Washington, DC; and his mother, Jeanne B. Muller of Arlington, VA. He also is survived by his four younger siblings; Kathleen Muller (Michael Wright) of Harwich, MA; William Muller (Kathleen Benarick) of Worton, MD; Christopher Muller of Arlington, VA; and Eileen Muller of Manchester, CT. Five nieces and nephews survive him as well.George was also predeceased by a stepson, Keating VanDorsten. 
     A celebration of his life will be held at 1 pm on October 12, 2019 at the Killarney House Irish Restaurant in Davidsonville, MD The family requests that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to the Brown University Alumni Fund.                

Sept is Hot and Dry

Just 0.16 inches of rain has fallen so far this month at BWI, behind only September 1884, when only 0.09 inches of rain fell. It’s a dramatic change from last September, when more than 9 inches of rain fell, and from a wet trend spanning the past 18 months.

Still, stream flow levels are close to normal around Central Maryland despite the lack of rain. At times of low precipitation, more groundwater tends to seep out and keep streams going, and groundwater levels are healthy, said Jonathan Dillow, a supervisory hydrologist with the U.S. Geological Survey.

Homestead Gardens Annual Fall Festival

Through Oct. 27 Enjoy a family-friendly festival featuring more than 20 activities, including attractions and rides, hayrides, pony rides, pumpkin express and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Homestead Gardens, 743 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville. Free-$12

Kenneth Moreland Passes Away

KENNETH MORELAND  

On Tuesday, September 24, 2019. The beloved husband of Carole F. Moreland; father of Kenneth, Richard, Stephen, Kathleen and the late Patricia; brother to Audrey and the late Evelyn, Alice, and Mildred; grandfather to Richard, Ryan, Dylan, Rebecca, Sarah, Deborah, Ali, Amanda, Miranda; five great-grandchildren. 

Friends are invited to celebrate Kenneth's life on Sunday, September 29, 2019, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A service will be held on Monday, September 30 at 11 a.m. at Davidsonville United Methodist Church, 819 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Interment will take place at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Suitland, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Treasure Coast Hospice, 5000 Dunn Rd., Ft. Pierce, FL 34981. Online condolence may be made at:

KalasFuneralHomes.com

Lydia Donovan Passes Away

    Lydia L. Donovan, 64, a 45-year resident of Edgewater and previously of Perryville, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019, at her home after a lengthy illness. 
    She was born on April 26, 1955, at Harford Memorial Hospital in Havre de Grace, MD to the late Charles and Agnes Keesey. She was a graduate of Perryville High School and received her Associate's Degree from Harford Community College. She retired from the USDA as an administrative assistant. 
    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Scott and her siblings Buddy and Linda. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Gary, her daughter Rebecca and grandson, Brody Hohn. 
    A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on Monday, September 30, at 7 pm at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship, 377 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Interment will be private. Online condolences may be made at Kalas Funeral Home.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)  A one story home on .39 acres at 1531 Manor View Rd. sold by Elliott Long to Glen and Jennifer Southan for $399,900.

2)    A split Level home on 3.22 acres at 3304 Royale Glen Ave. sold by Glenn Sullivan to Elliott and Melissa Long for $699,999.

Meeting About Dog Park and Parking

A public meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 7, 2019 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., at Crofton Middle School (2301 Davidsonville Rd, Gambrills, MD 21054) to present the proposed Bell Branch – Dog Park and Parking Lot Improvements.

This meeting will address the plan to relocate the existing dog park to provide additional parking for users of the turf fields. The work is anticipated to begin in Spring 2020. Once the new parking area is constructed, traffic may be temporarily re-routed to connect entrances to the existing roadways. Road closure is not anticipated.

DPW officials will present information on the proposed construction, and will also answer questions from those in attendance.

Mary Bodley Passes Away

    Mary Virginia Thomas Bodley, age 84, passed away on September 19, 2019. She is survived by one daughter, Anita V. Bodley; four sisters, Sarah Maddox, Edythe Thomas, Laura Spicer, and Margaret James; and one brother, Elder Francis Thomas Sr. Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Union Memorial United Methodist Church, 3328 Davidsonville Rd., Davidsonville.

Governor's Bridge Future

Davidsonville residents have been waiting for the Governors Bridge 

to be repaired because it is a nice shortcut to Bowie.  

Several alternatives have been proposed with the two counties 

sharing the cost.  However, PG County’s preferred alternative appears 

to be No-Build, based on findings from an engineering analysis

and public feedback, not including Anne Arundel  residents. 

Prince George’s County Council Chair  Todd M. Turner, in 

conjunction with DPW&T, will host a meeting on 

Wednesday, September 25, 2019 

from  7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Bowie City Hall, Council

Chamber, 15901 Excalibur Road, Bowie, MD 20716.

It would be good for Davidsonville residents to attend this meeting.

Elisa Piccirilli At Marshall U.

    Elisa Piccirilli, daughter of Vincent and Diane Piccirilli of Davidsonville,  is a freshman at Marshall University and is on their soccer team.  Her bio can be read at:    https://herdzone.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5104

Billy O'Ohara Coaches At VMI

Virginia Military Institute lacrosse coach Jon Birsner has added two new assistant coaches to his staff in preparation for the 2020 season. Billy O’Hara has been named the defensive coordinator and Mike Herring the offensive coordinator.

Davidsonville native Billy O’Hara comes from UMBC after serving as a volunteer coach for the Retrievers during the 2018-2019 campaign. During his time as a volunteer he was responsible for managing the substitution box during games, and helped with both the defensive and offensive side of the ball. As a volunteer he helped lead the team to an America East championships and first round appearance at the NCAA Championship tournament.

The Davidsonville native played at UMBC for four years, starting three of them as a long stick midfielder. He served as team captain of the UMBC men’s lacrosse program in his senior campaign of 2018.

O’Hara led the team in ground balls and was second in caused turnovers his sophomore year. He led the team in both categories his junior and senior years, finishing with 134 groundballs and 60 caused turnovers during his time at UMBC.

During his tenure as a Retriever, O’Hara served as a team representative of the leadership council and the big brother program.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in business technology administration in August 2018.

Ag Day In D'ville Oct 13

Daniel Adams Passes Away

    Daniel Norris Adams, 58, of Front Royal, VA, previously of Davidsonville passed away on September 14, 2019, at Winchester Medical Center from complications of cancer. 
    Daniel was born on June 29, 1961, in Bay County, Florida to the late Joe L. and Billie Jo Adams and proved himself a true Southern Rascal. He was a graduate of South River High School. Daniel was a die-hard Redskins fan and an avid fisherman, a trait he inherited from his late grandfather, Norman Smith of Mobile, AL. 
    In addition to his parents, Daniel was preceded in death by his sister, Susan Lynn Adams. He is survived by his siblings; Joe Adams, Jr., Trisha Adams, and Lisa Webster and her husband Kim; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. 
    A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 20, 2019, at 11 am at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. Online condolences may be made at KalasFuneralHomes.com.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A one story home on 2.16 acres at 706 Peggy Stewart Ct. was sold by Eric Rowe to Seth and Dawn Borden for $925,000.

2)    A split level home of 2.47 acres at 3303 Royale Glen Ave. was sold by Donald Rakoskie to David and Nora Adkins for $625,000.

Alex Calodero At AACC

    Alex Calodero of Davidsonville is a sophomore at AA  Community College and is on their soccer team. 
    His bio can be read at:  https://aaccathletics.com/sports/msoc/2019-20/bios/calogero_alexander_hsov

AACPS Needs Bus Drivers

    The school system is short about 20 drivers resulting in students arriving later than usual or riding crowded buses.  They are looking for new drivers.

South River High PTSO Fundraiser

The Killarnny House is helping to raise money for extras that our PTSO takes care of... We hope you join us for a 3 course meal with some of your Killarney House favorites. Make your reservations. http://www.killarneyhousepub.com/ 

Wed Sep 18 2019 at 05:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Plane Crash On Rt. 50

BOWIE, MD — Two people were hospitalized after a small plane crashed on eastbound Route 50 near Freeway Airport in Bowie Thursday morning.

Maryland State Police tweeted shortly before noon that troopers from the College Park Barrack responded to eastbound Route 50 at Church Road. They initially said that the plane's operator may have been trying to land at the airport and misjudged the landing, but later said the plane was actually taking off.

The plane struck at least one vehicle, police said, adding that there were two people in the plane and two people in the vehicle at the time of the crash. Fortunately, there are no serious injuries.

Police later said that the two people in the plane were treated at the scene, and the two people in the vehicle were taken to the hospital.

The crash resulted in partial lane closures in both directions on Route 50, creating significant backups.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A split level  home  on 2.00 acres at 2531 Overlook Glen sold by Gerald Deosaran to Lawrence Wacjter amd Robin Fortune for $495,000.

2)    A split level home on 1.04 acre at 1325 Dickey Drive sold by James Allen Trustee to Brian and Caitlin Knight for  $586,800

Joseph Carter Sentenced to 60 Yrs

ANNAPOLIS, MD. (WJZ) — A Davidsonville man will spend the maximum penalty of 60 years in prison for the sexual abuse of a minor and the second-degree rape of a three-year-old child.

Joseph Earl Carter, 33, was already registered as a lifetime sex offender from a previous sexual offense committed against another child.

“Mr. Carter violated the most innocent member of our community and received the sentence he deserved for his heinous crime,” said Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney Anne Colt Leitess.

Anne Arundel County Police were called to the Anne Arundel Medical Center for a report of child sexual abuse on August 16, 2018.

At the hospital, the three-year-old said that Carter had committed sexually abusive acts against her. The child also told a forensic interviewer at the Child Advocacy Center during a videotaped statement.

Police learned that Carter offered to watch the child while the caregiver was taking a nap. Carter said he was never alone with the child, which the caregiver at the time said was not true.

The victim, now four-years-old, took the witness stand during the trial to testify in court.

Under Maryland law, the child’s forensic interview was allowed to be substantive evidence at trial under the “Tender Years” statute.

The jury then saw the child’s videotaped recount of the abuse and then heard the testimony from the emergency room physician who treated the child, and the lead detective in the case.

Family members also described how the child changed behaviorally and emotionally after the sexual abuse.

Margaret Spurgin Passes Away

    Margaret "Betty" Starlings Spurgin, 97, of Annapolis and formerly of Towson, MD passed away on September 7, 2019. 
    She was born on May 14, 1922 in Baltimore to the late Joseph and Nena Starlings. Betty was a graduate of Eastern High School and the Bard Avon Secretarial School in Baltimore. She worked in administrative roles for both the IRS and Baltimore County Public Schools. After her retirement, Betty enjoyed volunteering, particularly at Greater Baltimore Medical Center and Davidsonville United Methodist Church. She also spent her days traveling, reading, cooking, sewing, rooting for the Orioles and most importantly spending time with her family. She took her grandchildren when they were young on special vacations that will be forever cherished. 
    In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband Charles D. Spurgin, Sr.; and her brother Joseph Starlings, Jr. She is survived by her three children, Barbara (Dan) Colacicco of Riva, Charles, Jr. (Leslie) Spurgin of Owego, NY, and Evelyn Spurgin (Gary Christopher) of Edgewater. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren and 17 great- grandchildren. 
    A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 14 at 3 PM at Davidsonville United Methodist Church, 819 Central Ave., Davidsonville, Md. Before the service there will be a memorial gathering at the church from 2 – 3 PM. Interment for Betty will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Davidsonville United Methodist Church. Condolence may be given at: KalasFuneralHomes.com.

Loren Strege Passes Away

Loren Douglas Strege, 84, died Saturday, September 7th, 2019, with his children by his side at Assisted Living Well Compassionate Care in Millersville. He is survived by his wife Georgianna and 4 children. A memorial service will be held Friday, September 13th at 12:30 pm at the Harbor Hills Community Yacht Club in Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the : http://act.alz.org/goto/ldstrege

Mckenzie Jamison At Salisbury U.

  Mckenzie Jamison is a freshman at Salisbury University and is a starter on their field hockey team.    Her bio can be read at:  https://www.suseagulls.com/sports/fh/2019-20/bios/jamison_mckenzie_3gk2

Nikita Kulick At Stevenson U.

    Nikita Kulick of Davidsonville is a sernior at Stevenson University and is on their cross country team.  His bio can be read at:
https://www.gomustangsports.com/sports/mxc/2019-20/bios/kulick_nikita_6j7i?view=bio

George Roberts At Indiana State

    Geroge Roberts of Davidsonville is a senior at Indiana State U. and is on their ice hockey team.  His bio can be read at:  https://indianatechwarriors.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=6443

Madison Jamison at McDaniel College

    Madison Jamison is a junior at McDaniel College in Westminster, MD, and is on their field hockey team.
    The team.s website is at:  https://herosports.com/colleges/teams/mcdaniel-womens-field-hockey

Catherine Chisholm Passes Away

    Catherine Louise Chisholm, "Cathy", devoted wife and loving mother of two, passed away peacefully in her Davidsonville home on Wednesday, September 4th, 2019 at the age of 71.     Born on May 29th, 1948 in Washington, D.C. to Joseph Patrick and Voncille Dwyer (née Lynch), Cathy was the third of five children and the only daughter. She is a 1966 graduate of Bladensburg High School, where she met her first love and future husband, John Andrew "Andy" Chisholm of Inverness, Scotland, whom she married on March 1st, 1969. Following her father's footsteps into government service, Cathy worked for 13 years as a civil servant in the Administrative Office of the U.S. Supreme Court before devoting herself full-time to raising her children. Never content while idle, she labored tirelessly behind the scenes to propel her husband's business success and made many sacrifices to ensure her children had the best educational opportunities. Cathy was passionate about interior design, had a keen eye for fashion, dedicated herself to the loving care of her schnauzers and Australian shepherd, and was an avid lifelong consumer of literature. She keenly understood the power of the written word, cultivated a sharp, acerbic wit, and bravely confronted life's inevitable challenges (frequently by way of that wit). A self-taught chef and discerning gourmand, Cathy's culinary skills were worthy of James Beard recognition though she'd likely modestly decline the award if offered. 
    She is preceded in death by her parents, oldest brother Joseph, and younger brother, Daniel, and is survived by her husband Andrew of 50 years and two children, Cristine and Joshua. 
    A viewing will be held on Sunday, September 8th, 2019 from 2 to 4 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD. A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 9th, 2019 at 10 am at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, 900 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the D.C. Preservation League (dcpreservation.org). 

Recent Davidsonville Home Sales

1)    A 1 1/2 story home on 2.20 acres at 683 Discovery Ct was sold by Thomas Marfiak to Kristopher and Dabney Keith for $750,000.

2)    A two story home on .91 acre at 3202 Homewood Road was sold by John McFarland to Stephen Smith and Laurel Weiskopf for $630,000. 

Bobby Blue Passes Away

    Bobby D. Blue, 81, a 40-year resident of Davidsonville and previously of Kettering, MD, passed away at his home on September 3, 2019 following a brief illness. 
    Born on February 22, 1938 in Washington DC to the late Arthur Peerless and Mattie Ellen Sloan Lynn Blue, Bobby graduated from McKinley Tech High School in Washington, DC and pursued a career in telecommunications. He enjoyed traveling, especially to Arizona, playing tennis, swimming, music and, most of all, spending time with his family. His wonderful sense of humor was infectious and will be missed. 
    In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his brother, Don Blue; two sisters, Norma Jean Welsh and Patricia Ann Alcorn; and his grandson, Patrick Carberry. Bobby is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Martha L. Blue; three devoted daughters, Karen Blue of Cave Creek, AZ, Kathleen Blue of Davidsonville and Lori Blue-Miller of Bowie, MD; one sister, Othell Heath of Lanham, MD; one grandson, Stewart Ross Noyes; two granddaughters, Kelly and Cara Boyer and three great-grandchildren. 
    Friends are invited to celebrate Bobby's life with his family on Friday, September 6 from 2 p.m. until his funeral service begins at 4 p.m. at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the , 1850 York Rd, Ste. D, Timonium, MD 21093. 

Schools Contact Data

Schools Feeding Into South River High

• South River High School, Edgewater. 410-956-5600. Principal: William Myers. Website: www.aacps.org/SouthRiverHS
• Central Middle School, Edgewater. 410-956-5800. Principal: Mildred Beall. Website: www.aacps.org/CentralMS
• Crofton Middle School, Crofton. 410-793-0280. Principal: Christopher Mirenzi. Website: www.aacps.org/CroftonMS
• Central Elementary School, Edgewater. 410-222-1075. Principal: Kirk Greubel. Website: www.aacps.org/CentralES
• Crofton Meadows Elementary School, Crofton. 410-721-9453. Principal: John Trumbule. Website: www.aacps.org/CroftonMeadowsES
• Crofton Woods Elementary School, Crofton. 410-222-5805. Principal: Lynn Birus. Website: www.aacps.org/CroftonWoodsES
• Davidsonville Elementary School, Davidsonville. 410-222-1655. Principal: Colleen Harris. Website: www.aacps.org/DavidsonvilleES
• Edgewater Elementary School, Edgewater. 410-222-1660. Principal: Kellie Schell-Ramey. Website: www.aacps.org/EdgewaterES
• Mayo Elementary School, Edgewater. 410-222-1666. Principal: Kathleen Fitzgerald. Website: www.aacps.org/MayoES

Jillian Ulery At Appalachian State

    Jillian Ulery, daughter of Beth and Scott Ulery of Davidsonville, is a sophomore at Appalachian State U and is on their field hockey team.  Her bio can be read at:   https://appstatesports.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=5674

Rebecca Fletcher A State Scholar

    Rebecca Fletcher of Davidsonville was selected as a 2019 MD State Scholar.  She attended South River High.  The full list of State Scholars for MD can be read at:
https://scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships/2019-state-scholars/