Pamela O'Brien At U. of FL.

                                                   

Pamela O;Brien is a redshirt sophomore at the University of Florida and is on their cross country team.  Her bio can be read at:   Pam O'Brien cross country

Recent D'ville Home Sale (1572 Alcova)

A  one story home without basement on .38 acre at 1572 Alcova  Drive was sold by Maira Guevara to Chirstine Chou for $390,000.

  

McKenzie Jamison At Salisbury U.

                                                             

 McKenzie Jamison is a junior at Salisbury University and is on their field hockey team.
Her bio can be read at:   https://www.suseagulls.com/sports/fh/2021-22/bios/jamison_mckenzie_ixa1

Jillian Ulery At Appalician State U.

 Jillian Ulery, daugher of Beth and Scott Ulery of Davidsonville, is a junior at Applician State U. and is on their field hockey team.    Her bio and photos can be read at: Jillian Ulery bio

Recent D'ville Home Sale (3708 Birkdale)

  A two story home on  2.076 acres at 3708 Birkdale Ct. was sold by Robert Fitzwater to Joseph and Rebekha Rogers.

Arlene Lee Wyatt Passes Away

 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Arlene Lee Wyatt of Davidsonville, Maryland, who passed away on September 18, 2021, at the age of 71, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Arlene Lee Wyatt or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 23rd 2021 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Beall Funeral Home (6512 Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD 20715). A prayer will be held on Thursday, September 23rd 2021 at 7:30 PM at the same location.

Elisa Piccirilli At Marshall U.

Elisa Piccirilli, daughter of   of Davidsonville, is a junior at Marshall University and is 

on their soccer team for 2021.  Her bio can be read at:

 https://herdzone.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/elisa-piccirilli/6369

Robert Ford Passes Away

     Robert Emerson ""Bob"" Ford, Sr. passed away peacefully on August 25, 2021.
    He was born and raised in Edgewater, MD, the son of the late George W. and Hattie Ward Ford. Bob was educated in the Anne Arundel County School System and worked with David Taylor Research Center. He then served in the U.S. Army with the 12th Armored Division, ""Hellcats"" during World War II. When his commander asked if anyone wanted to be a cook, he quickly volunteered. Bob was often commended by superiors for the excellent meals he provided the troops as they marched through Germany. Upon returning home from the war he continued to work for the Federal Government at the Naval Ship Research and Development Center where he received six Letters of Commendation, three Beneficial Suggestion Awards and three Sustained Superior Performance Awards. Bob retired after thirty-one years with the government then worked for a private estate for 13 more years. He was a charter member of South River Ruritan Club, the Annapolis Elks Lodge 622, was an active member of the Three Rivers Sportsman's Club and attended Davidsonville United Methodist Church with his wife, Jean. Bob enjoyed many hobbies including, hunting, maintaining a bountiful vegetable garden and repairing small engines. There wasn't anything he couldn't fix, often times inventing ways to make the repair. During his retirement he and his wife, Jean, enjoyed traveling throughout the United States. Bob was a dedicated family man. Together Bob and Jean cooked the most delicious Sunday Family Dinners. He didn't say much at a family gathering but his impact was felt. His quiet strength will be missed by every member of his family.
    Bob was the beloved husband for 75 years of the late Wilma Jean Ford; father of Michael Stephen (Jackie) Ford, Pamela Linnea (Lee) Matousek and the late Robert E. Ford, Jr.; grandfather of Tania Ford, Linnea Boogades, Amanda Conner, Laura (Jon) Taralseth, Erin (Adrian) Tapley, Amy (David) Berry, Danielle (Eric) Couslin and great-grandfather of Brandon, Nicholas, Kyla, Carter, Cadhan, Nate, Maddy, Braden, Ethan, Everly, Ben, Georgia and Hadley.
    Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Heartland Hospice, 7001 Johnnycake Road, Suite 204, Windsor Mill, MD 21244 (heartlandhospicefund.org/Donate).

Recent D'ville Home Sale (1038 Sugar Maple)

 A 1 1/2 story home on 1.10 acre at 1038 Sugar Maple Drive was sold by Hollie Mance to Kathy Dingess and Richard Hartnett for 798,750.

Julia Zorn Coaching At Washington U.

     Davidsonville native Julia Zorn has been hired as an assistant soccer coach at Washington College in Chestertown, MD.
    Julia played Division I soccer at Iona College and Towson University. Zorn began her collegiate career at Towson, earning Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) All-Academic Team honors in 2008, her lone season with the Tigers before transferring to Iona. At Iona, she helped the Gaels finish third in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) in 2009, their highest conference finish in five years. She was also named to the MAAC All-Academic Team in 2010 and served as her team's Student-Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC) representative.
    An exceptional Dean's List student, Zorn graduated from Iona in 2012 with a 4.0 grade-point average and two degrees - a B.S. in Biology and a B.A. in Psychology. She has performed an extensive amount of research in both fields. She holds a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. A Maryland native, Zorn spent two summers as a youth soccer coach for Davidsonville Athletics. 
    Julia's old Towson bio can be read at:   https://towsontigers.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/julia-zorn/2461

Pamela Case Passes Away

     Mrs. Pamela Jane Case (nee Munson), 77, passed away peacefully on 3 September 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona after a long struggle with Alzheimer's Disease.
    She was born on 12 July, 1944, and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan where she graduated from Creston High School in 1961. She attended Michigan State University where she graduated with a BS in 1965 and an MS in 1968. She was an employee of the Defense Department and later Carnegie Mellon University. Pam was a long-time resident of Davidsonville, Maryland, retiring to Belville, North Carolina. She absolutely loved traveling, gardening, and filling the kitchen with wonderful aromas.
     She was preceded in death by her parents L. Austin Munson and Janet E. Perkins, her step-father Glenn Perkins and her brother Roy Munson. She is survived by her husband William, son Christopher, daughter-in-law Julieta, granddaughters Sophie Case and Emilia Case, daughter Robin McDermott, son-in-law Daniel McDermott, and grandsons William McDermott and Ryan McDermott.
     A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Contributions in her honor may be sent to Alzheimer's Foundation of America,322 8th Ave, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to P.O. Box 4017, Park City, UT. 84060.

Recent D'ville Home Sale (1358 Central)

 A two story home on .500 acre at 1358 West Central Avenue was sold by Yanping Zhang to Justin Bass for $680,000.

 

South River High Class of 2023 Ring Breakfast

If you purchased a Class of 2023 ring from Jostens during Ring Order Week last spring, you will receive your ring at the school cafeteria at the Ring Breakfast. It will be held on September 21st from 8:45 - 9:15am during advisory.  Passes will be delivered for students invited to the Ring Breakfast. Contact Ms. Ellis  or Mr. G  regarding questions about class rings. 

Capt. Wm Matton Passes Away

Captain William G. Matton III of Davidsonville, Maryland died suddenly at home on September 10, 2021. 

Born in Pensacola, Florida to a family with long-time Annapolis roots and the son of a United States Naval Academy graduate, Bill graduated from the Naval Academy in 1965, served a distinguished career as a naval officer, and in retirement pursued his passions for family, friends, golf, history, and genealogy. 

Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Mary Lambert Matton; two wonderful sons, William Christopher Matton of Raleigh, North Carolina and his wife Melissa and Jeffrey Andrew Matton of Crownsville, Maryland and his wife Michele; five beloved grandchildren, Ross, Scott, Andrew, Anna, and Ella; and two brothers, Captain Michael Nevett Matton of Annapolis, Maryland and his wife Tori and Stephen Jeffrey Matton of Sebastian, Florida and his fiancée Mandy. Bill was predeceased by his father Captain William G. Matton, Jr. and his mother Nevett Steele Matton. 

Following graduation from the Naval Academy and flight school, Bill flew on maritime surveillance and anti-submarine missions during the Vietnam War. He attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California and earned a Master's degree in Management Science. He then taught accounting and financial management at the Naval Academy. After several tours flying and serving at the Pentagon, he commanded VR-24, a squadron in Sigonella, Sicily supporting aircraft carriers in the Mediterranean Sea. Bill completed his naval service in Norfolk, Virginia as Comptroller for the Atlantic Fleet. Golf played a major role in Bill's life. While at the Naval Academy, Bill lettered and competed in the 1964 NCAA championship. He won the Naval Academy club championship in 1972 and 2005 and the senior club championship in 1999. He served as President of the Men's Association at the Naval Academy Golf Club for nearly 30 years. Bill also served on the board of the Maryland State Golf Association, the Rules Committee of the Middle Atlantic Golf Association, and the Handicap Procedure Committee of the United States Golf Association. Most importantly, Bill enjoyed the time he spent on the golf course together with his many friends, his sons, and grandchildren. Bill had a passion for history and genealogy. He had a particular interest in American history and World War II. Bill researched and wrote a comprehensive history of the Matton and Lambert families, which is treasured by both families. Bill loved sharing time with family and friends during Class of 1965 luncheons, golf outings, a magical trip to Switzerland and down the Rhone River, bridge games, the Masters, the grandchildren's sporting events, the annual Camp Matton family reunion, Outer Banks beach trips, and meals together. Bill was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was supportive to all who knew him and he will be greatly missed. He Set the Standard. The family will receive friends at the John M. Taylor Funeral Home 147 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis on Friday, September 17, 2021 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Naval Academy Chapel on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Burial at Arlington National Cemetery will occur at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the memory of Bill Matton may be made to the 'Naval Academy Athletic Association - Men's Golf Sustainment Fund' and mailed to NAAA, Men's Golf Sustainment Fund, Ricketts Hall, 566 Brownson Road, Annapolis, MD 21402 c/o Nancy McMahon. This is a restricted fund. Please make checks payable to NAAA.

Recent D'ville Home Sale (1039 Ashe)

 A two story home on 1.10 acre at 1039 Ashe St. was sold by April Bryant to Franck Cordes and Jody Arlington for $703,000.

Jeffrey Shields Passes Away (updated)

No obituary is  available at this time.

A celebration of Dale's life is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Grace Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 4012 Birdsville Rd, Davidsonville, MD 21035. 

You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided at the George Kalas Funeral Home at   Jeffrey Sheilds at Kalas Funeral Home

Car Show At CCF

     There was a large car show in the parking lot of the Chesapeake Christian Fellowship on Central Ave in Davidsonville on Sat. Sept 11.  The below photos show a few of the many cars there.

 

Recent D'ville Home Sale (711 Harrisburg)

  A two story home on 2.48 acres at 711 Harrisonburg Dr. sold by Arthur Perry, Jr., to William and Maureen Laski for $450,000.

Michael Bender Passes Away

     Michael Jude Bender, 71, was surrounded by family and friends at home as he went home to be with Jesus on August 26, 2021 after an 11-year battle with ALS.

    Mike is survived by his wife of 50 years, Debbie Bender; his 7 children, Mike, Danny, Josh, Leah, Rachel, Jacob and Jesse; his 13 grandchildren, Britnie, Kaylie, Maddie, Jaden, Jack, Abbie, Luke, Nick, Riley, LB, Caleb, Brennan and Mox; his sisters, Dorrie McDonald and Mary Siddons; and his brother, Steve Bender. He is predeceased by his parents; Phillip and Dorris Bender; and his siblings, Phillip Bender and Bobbi Bender.
    Mike was born on June 24, 1950 in Washington, DC and grew up in Seabrook, MD. He graduated from Duval High School in 1968. Mike married the love of his life on February 13, 1971 and together they created a beautiful family in Mayo, MD. He was a loyal employee at Giant Food driving tractor trailers for 25 years. He was also the owner of Mike's Sign Service for many years. Mike was a kind, hardworking man and an amazing husband, father and Granddaddy. He enjoyed riding his Harley, watching football and most of all spending time with family and friends. He was a devoted Christian and stayed steadfast in God throughout his battle with ALS. His character, strength and faith were exemplar as his spirit shined. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all that knew him!
     A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Sunday, September 26, 2021 at 1:00 at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship in Davidsonville, MD. Reception to follow. Motorcycle Procession: Meet at 12:00 at American Legion Post 226 Edgewater, MD

Jessica Zimmerman At Newport U.

 

Jessica Zimmerman, daughter of Sean and Joanie Zimmerman of Davidsonville, is a junior at Christopher Newport University and on their soccer team.   To read her bio and see action photos, go to:  Jessica Zimmerman bio

Recent D'ville Home Sale (3302 Royale Glen)

  A one story home without basement on 3.25 acres at 3302 Royale Glen Ave was sold by Donald R. Redmiles Trustee to James Pope and Suzee Wesemann for $705,000.

Butterfly Release At Homestead

We're so excited to share our Pollinator Workshops and LIVE Butterfly Release! All gardeners and their kiddos will enjoy learning from Naturalist Dick Arnold. Kids can make a craft, and the whole family can watch the butterflies flitter away South.

Sunday, Sept 12th Severna Park 10 am

Saturday, Sept 18th Davidsonville 10 am

Sarah King At Yale U.

Sarah King of Davidsonville is a senior at Yale University and is on their Field Hockey team.  The team did not play in 2020 because of Covid,  Her bio can be read at:   Sarah King bio

Recent D'ville Home Sale (3727 Pat. Mnr)

  A one story home on .33 acre at 3727 Patuxent Manor Rd was sold by Theodore Martinovich to Ryan and Rachel  Flanagan for $439,000.

Connor Smith At Brown University

 Connor Smith, son of Lisa and Craig Smith of Davidsonville, is a freshman at Brown U. and is on their soccer team.  His bio can be read at:    https://brownbears.com/sports/mens-soccer/roster/connor-smith/15161

Recent D'ville Home Sale (1487 Velmeade)

 A two story home on 2.06 acres at 1487 Velmeade Lane was sold by Edward Ray to Britt and Bernadette McKinney for $964,000.

Cassandra LaTorre At Greensboro College

Cassandra Latorre is a senior at  Greensboro College and is on their soccer team.  They played their 2020 season in the spring of 2021.  Her bio is at    Cassandra LaTorre Bio

Recent D'ville Home Sale (655 Santa Maria)

 A Split Level home on 2.00 acres at 655 Santa Maria Lane was sold by Kenneth Doolan to Charles and Sylvina Raver for $706,000.