Betty Simmons Passes Away

    Betty Jean Estes Simmons, of Davidsonville, Maryland, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family Thursday October 28, 2021, at 91.
    Our beloved Mom and Grannie left this earth after a brief, but difficult battle with cancer. She retired from the AA Co. Public Library in 1993. She was an avid seamstress, fan of NASCAR and the Baltimore Ravens; enjoyed fishing, toasting a glass of wine with family and friends, and camping with her loved ones.
    Survived in death by her daughter, Shawnee McWilliams (Tommy) of Davidsonville, MD; Granddaughters Kristie McWilliams of Davidsonville, Kasey Demetrakis (Mike) of Milford, DE; Great Grandsons Cooper, Dominic, Parker and Bennett. Also, survived in death by her siblings, Harold Estes, VA, Mildred Price, NC, and Vickie Walker, NC, along with several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her ex-husband, James Allen Simmons, her parents, Grady and Ivey Estes, brothers, Eugene and Robert Estes.
    A private service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her name, to Riva Volunteer Fire Co and/or Hospice of the Chesapeake.

Madeleine Tierney Passes Away

   Madeleine Hood Tierney, of Ginger Cove, 1937-2021 Artist, Gardener, Sailor and Nurturer of all. Passed peacefully with family early morning on October 21, 2021.
    Predeceased by husband of 54 years, Joseph Leo Tierney III and parents Aubrey John Hood and Dorita Fischer Hood of Long Island, NY. She is survived by daughter Maureen Jordan (Molly) of Baltimore, and 3 sons Michael (Janet), Brian (Cathleen), and James (Allyson) of Arnold, and 7 beloved grandchildren Catherine, Christopher, Grace, Meaghan, Arden, Porter and Delilah.
    A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at 11:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church 826 Central Ave. Davidsonville, MD. Memorial contributions to The William Paca Garden in Annapolis, MD. www.barrancofuneralhome.com

Pat Spencer Still Has NBA Dream

 Pat Spencer remains unsatisfied and undeterred.

The former Davidsonville resident and Boys’ Latin graduate is one of 14 players invited to training camp by the Capital City Go-Go, the G League affiliate of the Washington Wizards. That means that he is one level away from achieving his lifelong quest to play in the NBA, but he is not content just yet.

“For most people, it would be a great accomplishment, and I’m not saying that I’m not proud of it. But my main goal is not the G League,” he said Monday after the first day of camp. “So while I’m extremely thankful for the opportunity and the platform and all of the people that have given me an opportunity to get here, I’d be lying if I didn’t tell you that I’m not done. My goal is clearly the NBA. I’ve got a little bit of work to do to get there, but I’m willing to put my head down and get after it.”

Spencer, the winner of the 2019 Tewaaraton Award that recognizes the top player in college lacrosse, might not be as experienced as some of his teammates. But he has already made a favorable impression with Go-Go coach Mike Williams.

“The first thing that stands out before anything else on the court is his attitude and his approach,” Williams said. “He’s very serious about his work. He’s very coachable, and he actually holds himself to a really high standard, which I love. But his intensity on the court is not lacking. He plays extremely hard.”

After four years of lacrosse at Loyola Maryland — where he set several records, including the NCAA Division I mark for all-time assists (231) and the Patriot League record for career points (380) — Spencer used an extra year of eligibility to switch sports and play basketball at Northwestern, where he averaged 10.4 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.9 assists in 2019-20. 

Daniel Goff Passes Away

    With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Daniel Wayne Goff of Davidsonville, Maryland, who passed away on October 23, 2021 at the age of 58. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Daniel Wayne Goff  to pay them a last tribute.
    He was predeceased by : his parents, James "Harry" and Audrey Janet Goff; and his brothers, John and James Goff. He is survived by : his wife Jennifer Goff of Davidsonville; his children, Michael Goff (Amanda) of Huntingtown, Kristen Goff (Chris) of Martinsburg, WV and Kelley Goff of Martinsburg, WV; his step-daughter Ashley Mattero of Edgewater; his grandchildren, Sylus, Scarlett, Slade, Lucas and Isabella; and his siblings, David Goff of Florida and Rebecca Schaaf of Tennessee.
    A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 29th 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Rausch Funeral Home-Owings (8325 Mt Harmony Ln, Owings, MD 20736).

Davidsonville Homes For Sale Scarce

 Presently there are 14 homes for sale on the Multiple List Service.  Three are over $2,000,000

      3255 Davidsonville Road    $2,250,000
      833 Banjamin Br                  $2,500,000
      3631 Queen Anne Br. Rd.    $3,800,000

There are five homes listed between $1 and $2 million, and six homes under $1,000,000.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sale (3820 Qn An)

 A one story home on 1.00 acre at 3820 Queen Anne Bridge Rd sold by John Carl to Mary Alyce Weakley for $474,000.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sale (1323 Anglesey)

 A two story home on .48 acre at 1323 Anglesey Dr. was sold by Michael Devol to Brandon Whitehead, Trustee for $875,000.

Madison Scott At Coastal Carolina U.

Madison Scott of Davidsonville is a student at Coastal Carolina University majoring in Sports Management.  She played soccer for one year at Charles Southern University.

Lawrence Bohan, MD, Passes Away

    Lawrence David Bohan, M.D., of Annapolis, MD, died peacefully at home on Friday, October 15, 2021, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. 
    Born on July 7, 1936 in Boston, MA to the late John J. and Grace Hennessy Bohan, Larry was a graduate of Boston Latin School, Boston College and Tufts University Medical School. He began his medical and Naval career in 1962 with an internship at Chelsea Naval Hospital in Boston. His marriage to Joyce Kennerly took place the same year. Twenty years later, Larry retired as a Navy Captain and Chief of Nephrology at Bethesda Naval Hospital, now Walter Reed. He then joined the staff at Memorial Hospital in Easton, MD as an internist and Chief of Nephrology. Well respected by his patients and colleagues, Larry enjoyed 41 years of serving his patients and the medical community. In 2003, retired a second time, he savored many summers at his home in Oxford, MD and winters in Vero Beach, FL. Of importance to Larry, even in retirement, was the continuation of his medical education and keeping current with developments in the field of medicine. Endowed with a curious mind and generous spirit, Larry read widely and shared with friends and family his interesting discoveries and reading recommendations. Many of these communications were laced with his special, insightful brand of humor. Larry was a friend and mentor to many in his medical circle and to his children and their families and friends. He possessed a singular capacity to make others feel valued and supported.  He was a devoted husband, brother, father and grandfather.
    Larry is survived by his wife of 59 years, Joyce Bohan; his children, Larry Bohan, Jr. of Monument, CO, Margot (Edward) Cyr of St.Victor la Coste, FR, Tim (Nancy Kelly) Bohan of San Francisco, CA and David (Desiree Hupy) Bohan of New Orleans, LA; his brother, John Bohan, Jr., of Weymouth, MA; his brother in law, Frank Weeks of Contoocook, NH; his grandchildren, Patrick, Joseph and Louise and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Dr. Patricia Weeks, Janice Dawley and Eugene Bohan.
    A Memorial Mass will be offered on Tuesday, October 26 at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville, MD 21035. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Larry's honor be made to S.O.M.E., Boston Latin School, or Holy Family Catholic Church. Condolences may be made online at: KalasFuneralHomes.com  

Joseph Lewandowski Passes Away

    Joseph Paul Lewandowski, 75, passed away October 14 , 2021 at his home in Davidsonville, MD after a long battle with ALS.
    He was the loving husband of 32 years to Janis Kramer; dedicated stepfather to Lynn Kramer and Andrew Kramer (Jean); Grandpa Joe to Rachel, Ashley and Ethan; devoted uncle to Anne Rossbach (Tom), Kathie Richardson (Jeff), Mary Stylc (Greg), Jean Mack (Michael) and Margaret Dorsey (Kevin). He is also survived by 5 grand nieces, 3 grand nephews, 1 great-grand niece, 2 great-grand nephews and many friends and neighbors.
    Joe was born on June 29, 1946 to the late Thaddeus and Anna (Kemp) Lewandowski in Locust Point, MD. He graduated from Our Lady of Good Counsel Elementary School in 1960, Mt. St. Joseph High School in 1964 and the University of Maryland with a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering in 1968. Joe played CYO basketball and soccer for Our Lady of Good Counsel. He enjoyed skiing, tennis, golf, working in his woodshop, setting up his annual Christmas train garden and walking the mall and his neighborhood. Joe worked for the Maryland State Department of Natural Resources as Chief Of Enforcement, Water Resources Administration and for Allied Chemical. He was an Environmental Consultant and Manager with Environmental Resources Management.
    In addition to his parents, Joe was predeceased by his brothers, John and Robert Lewandowski. All services will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Hospice of the Chesapeake or the charity of your choice. 

Birder's Guide To Davidsonville Park

 https://birdersguidemddc.org/site/davidsonville-park/

Recent Davidsonville Home Sale (3518 Castle)

 A one story home on 2.03 acres at 3518 Castle Way was sold by Robert Arnold to Bruce Mallinson for $1,250,000.

James Hagerty Passes Away

 

    James (Jim) Emmett Hagerty, resident of Davidsonville, Maryland passed away peacefully October 6, 2021, surrounded by family, at the Medical University South Carolina, Charleston.  He had been visiting family in Sunset Beach, NC, when he suffered a fatal illness.
    Jim was born March 9, 1946, in Brooklyn, NY to Philip E. Hagerty and Rose Estelle Langton Hagerty. The family, including older brother Patrick, moved to Albany, NY when Jim was two years old. Jim graduated from Christian Brothers Academy, class of 1963 and earned an Economics degree from St. Bernardine of Siena College in 1967. He subsequently earned a Master of Public Administration in Urban Planning from the American University in Washington, DC in 1972. Jim began his career in New York State as a young speechwriter for Gov. Nelson Rockefeller before being selected as a management intern for the Postmaster General of the United States. He earned a Ford Foundation Fellowship at the Institute of Court Management in Aspen Colorado. Jim worked in a number of Federal Government agencies, serving longest in the Department of Justice from which he retired in 1996. Jim then became a fully certified elementary school teacher and taught second graders – the position he considered the capstone of his career. Throughout his life, Jim had diverse interests and enjoyed playing sports – baseball, basketball, skiing, and golf, and was proficient at every bar game. Besides spending time with his beloved family, he was happiest on the Chesapeake Bay piloting the Dublin Bard. Proud of his Irish heritage, delighting in wearing his kilts on St. Paddy's Day, his favorite trip in recent years was to County Donegal Ireland, his ancestral home.
    In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother Patrick and nephew Sean. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Mary Santonastasso Hagerty, his daughter Lisa Fragomeni (Keith), and his sons, Kelly James (Robin), Jason Shane, and Shannon Ryan Hagerty, grandson Shane Hagerty and granddaughters Brianna Fragomeni, McKenna, Ryan, and Peyton Hagerty, his sister-in-law Georgia Hagerty, her three children and their families, the Santonastasso in-laws, countless nieces and nephews and many dear friends…and of course, his ever-faithful Clancy. Of his children, Jim was fond of saying, "When I die, there won't be a statue of me in the park, but I'll leave behind great kids."
    Plans for a memorial service and celebration of Jim's life will be announced for a later time. Contributions in his name can be made to the American Heart Association.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sale (3707 Nile)

A split foyer home on .37 Acre at 3707 Nile Rd sold by Rodger Binger to William Crompton and Colleen Simpson for $421,000.

Recent Davidsonville Home Sale (2405 Pebblebrook)

A two story home on .92 acre at 2405 Pebblebrook Ct. sold by Rovert Zimmerman to Lee and Kristi Machemer for $1,090,000.

Live Birds Of Prey Exhibit Oct. 16

          Homestead Gardens At Davidsonville

Raptor’s Eye Live Birds of Prey Exhibit

Oct 16th @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

 

As part of our Harvest Weekends Lineup, Liz Owens of Raptor’s Eye will once again be be presenting her magnificent birds of prey. This exhibit will be held on October 16, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Come see up-close owls, hawks, falcons and more!

Most Expensive Home Listing

 At the present time,  the most expensive home for sale on the MLS  is 3631 Queen Ann Bridge Road which is listed for $ 3,800,000.

Mark Harmel Passes Away

    Mark Louis Harmel, 42, of Davidsonville, MD passed away unexpectedly on October 6, 2021.
    Born on November 20, 1978 in Annapolis, MD, to Julia Fay (Griffith) Harmel and Melvin (Mel) Joseph Harmel, Jr., Mark was raised in Churchton, Maryland. Mark graduated from Southern Sr. High School in Harwood in 1996. A skilled butcher, he worked as a Meat Manager for numerous years at various Safeway Stores in Maryland. Mark's talent as a butcher created many opportunities for him to receive awards for his leadership in improving the department. His career also led to one of his favorite activities, grilling. Mark loved to grill for friends and enjoy the good times that it brought. One of Mark's greatest loves was the outdoors. He enjoyed many activities from golf to hunting, fishing, and hiking. If it was outdoors, you could find him there with a big smile on his face. Being outdoors went hand in hand with his other passion, traveling. Mark was always up for a trip. During his life, he traveled all over the country taking in the sites and spending time with his fiancée Juliet, friends, family. His travels often took him to the water where Mark seemed to find himself at peace.
    In addition to his parents, Mark is survived by his children Sarah Harmel of Pasadena, Jeffery Sisler of Harwood, and stepdaughter Samantha Saylor of Prince Frederick, his fiancée Juliet Pruitt, his brothers Joey and Garrett Harmel, grandparents Sally Griffith, Melvin Harmel, Sr., and his wife Darla. Mark is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins who loved him dearly. Mark was predeceased by grandparents Winterson Griffith, Shirley Harmel, and great-grandparents Roxey and Sue Nieman, William and Mary Elizabeth Harmel and Agnes Roberts.
    In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mark's name can be made to any of the following charities: Comfort Zone Camp (https://comfortzonecamp.kindful.com/), Runway 2 Life (http://paypal.me/runway2life), or the National Organization for Rare Diseases (https://rarediseases.org/donate/). Services and interment will be held privately.

Maureen "Molly" Hambleton Passes Away

    Maureen Kildahl Hambleton, known to all as Molly, passed away on October 3, 2021 at age 35, from a possible stroke due to a heart defect.
    She spent her early life in Springfield Virginia, before moving to Annapolis with her family. She attended Indian Creek School and graduated from Archbishop Spaulding High School. The joy of her life was playing her violin, and in addition to being part of the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra, Molly spent 2 years in training at Peabody Prep in Baltimore. She was currently residing in Denver Colorado, while she pursued a degree in Sociology at the University of Colorado Denver. Molly loved children so much and touched so many lives. Some of her happiest moments were on two extensive trips to Haiti to provide comfort and aid to the orphans at Ruuska Village.
     She is survived by her parents, Robert and Ellen Hambleton, and was preceded in death by her older sister Kerry Hambleton.
    Family and friends are invited to celebrate Molly's life on Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 2 pm until 4 pm and again from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, October 18, 2021, at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. Should you wish to give a donation to Molly's favorite charity in lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to Barbara Walker's Ruuska Village orphanage in Haiti at www.reachouttohaiti.wordpress.com. Thank you. Online condolences at KalasFuneralHomes.com

Recent D'ville Home Sale (695 Merrimac)

A two story home on 1.34 acres at 695 Merrimac Court was sold by James Allen, Tr., to Andrew and Noelle Brinkman for $940,000. 

O'Brien Third In U. of Florida Win

Pamala O'Brien came in third at the Mountain Dew Florida Invitational Cross Country Meet on Sept 11 at the U. of Florida.    She helped her U. of Florida  team to first place among the 14 teams competing.

https://www.tfrrs.org/results/xc/18229/Mountain_Dew_Gator_Cross_Country_Invitational

Her bio can be read at:  https://floridagators.com/sports/cross-country/roster/pamela-o-brien/14621

Maureen "Molly" Hambleton Passes Away

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Molly's life on Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 2 pm until 4 pm and again from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD 21037. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, October 18, 2021 at 11am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 826 W. Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035. Interment will follow at Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD.

A complete obituary available will be available soon.

Carol Peck Passes Away

Carol A. Peck of Davidsonville, Maryland, died on October 2, 2021 of complications from head injuries from a fall in her home.

Carol spent a lifetime of service to communities in a broad range of settings. Carol worked variously with the blind, as a Montessori preschool teacher, and, along, with her husband Jim, she worked for several years as a youth center director. In addition, she was as an advocate for elderly housing, assisted migrant and seasonal farmworkers, and worked with victims of juvenile crime. For 23 years she worked for Catholic Charities USA, in Washington, D.C., and later in Alexandria, Virginia. While at Catholic Charities USA, Carol specialized in adoption issues in addition to those associated with human trafficking, well before it became a universally recognized important social issue.

Born September 9, 1946, in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, to Alexander and Ann (Orsefski) David, Carol graduated from high school in Erie, Pennsylvania, and received a B.A. in sociology from nearby Mercyhurst College. She was also certified as a Montessori teacher by Montessori International in Philadelphia.

Carol is preceded in death by her brother Victor and her parents.

Carol is survived by her husband of 49 years of Davidsonville, Maryland, her sister Alexandra Peeler of Frederick, Maryland, and nieces and nephews in Washington, D.C., Maryland, New York, Massachusetts, Maine, and California, all of whom she loved dearly.

Services will be held on Monday, October 11 at 10 am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Chapel, 520 Viers Mill Road, Rockville, MD 20852 with a burial immediately following at All Soul’s Cemetery, 11401 Brink Road, Germantown, MD 20876. Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of Carol’s life at 12:30 pm at Carrabara's, 19935 Century Blvd, Germantown, MD 20874.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Carol’s name to Anne Arundel Medical Center, Rebecca Fortney Breast Center (https://aahs.org/Breast-Center) or Inova Transplant Center (https://www.inova.org/our-services/inova-transplant-services)

Agriculture Grants

 The Maryland Agriculture Council began awarding educational grants to organizations in 2001, for the purpose of expanding its mission to promote Maryland agriculture. Hundreds of applications have been received through the years with outstanding creative and unique programs being done on a local level. Applications are due October 30, 2021.

Grant Guidelines & Application

Kiera Doyle At VWU

Kiera Doyle of Davidsonville is a sophomore at Virginia Wesleyan University and is on their swim team.

School Bus Drivers Get $5 Pay Boost

 

Because of the shortage of school bus drivers,  the AACo school system in raising the driver's pay $5 per house to lure new drivers.    You can read the details at:  https://aacpsschools.org/pressr/?p=6885

Recent D'ville Home Sale (3884 Greenmeadow)

 A split level home without basement on 2.72 acres at 3884 Greenmeadow Lane was sold by Clyde Shover to Christopher Emerson and Martiel Beatty for $715,000.

Tyler McDonald At U of MD Eastern Shore

Tyler McDonald, son of Steve and Paris McDonald of Davidsonville, is a sophomore at University of MD, Eastern Shore, and is on their golf team.

His bio can be read at:    https://easternshorehawks.com/sports/mens-golf/roster/tyler-mcdonald/4103

Savannah Siegrist at U. of Oregon

Savannah Siegrist of Davidsonville is a red shirt sophomore at University of Oregon and is on their beach volleyball team.  Her bio can be read at:    Savannah Siegrist Bio

Louise Thomas Article In Capital

Below is an article about county tennis written about 1 1/2 years ago by Davidsonville resident Louise Thomas.   She is asking "where is the County Tennis Center that was promised."

https://www.capitalgazette.com/opinion/columns/ac-ce-louise-gengler-thomas-20200222-ezzgtvct4vdulj53qc6ydzzcqa-story.html

New D'ville Home Sale (2007 Cortland)

 A 2 story home on .99 acre at 2007 Cortland Rd was sold by Brian Morris to James and Sarah Moran for $880,000.