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Mary’s County.
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proximity to the veterans home.
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Thursday, July 26, 2018 The Calvert County Times In Our Community 11
trend with more installations planned, sits on the road named after her grand-
thousands of barn quilts exist around the father. The barn now stores the family’s
county, including some in Garrett and unused tobacco planter and acts as a car-
Carroll counties in Maryland. pentry shop for many projects.
The sixth square, “Barn with Sunflow- The barn’s land has been in the Bowen
ers,” is at The Barn at Pleasant Acres on family for at least five generations. Cur-
5145 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard, MD. It rently, Kathy and her son, Jamie Shifflet,
was painted by Marie Dawson, an artist operate a cow/calf operations. They are
whose lived in Calvert for over 30 years. branching out to beekeeping and hope to
Vince and Bubba Turner Wilma “Willie” Sickle and her son, produce local honey.
Bob Sickle, are the owners of the Pleasant The eighth square is at Butterflies and
Every year, the Circle of Angels Ini- gural OpSol so we could honor as many Acres barn and chose Marie’s design to
tiative, Inc. hosts WWII USO Night of of them as are willing and able to come Wishes Teas & Sweets at 3819 Harbor
welcome visitors. Willie and her husband, Rd., Suite 106 in Chesapeake Beach, MD,
Remembrance and Music to honor those out. If you are a WWII veteran or have Robert, came to Calvert in 1970 with
who served in uniform and on the home a family member who is a WWII vet, we owned and operated by Sandy Walker-
their seven children and found this lovely Samler. The Arts Council thanks Phil
front at local historical site Solomons Is- want to hear from you.” farm, where they grow everything from
land, “the cradle of the invasion.” This Once OpSol arrives in Solomons, and Joyce Pfanschmidt for their square
tobacco to strawberries to corn. Years lat- sponsorship.
year is no different, and Circle of Angels SPAMtime will entertain with a USO- er, when one of her granddaughters want-
invites all to join them for their 11th An- style show. The wreath-laying ceremony The two-sided square is inspired by
ed to be married in the old tobacco barn, two quilts made by Sandy’s grandmother.
nual WWII USO Night. Free and open to will be at 7 p.m. After the ceremony, the her father Bob had a new barn built for
the public, the event will be held on Fri- public will be invited to throw rose pet- The exterior side features a Sawtooth Star
her wedding. The event was so successful with a checkerboard border. If visitors are
day, Aug. 3 from 6 – 9 p.m. at the gazebo als—each with special names, like “Peace that it’s now become a family business.
on the Solomons Riverwalk Pavilion. and Love,” “Remembrance,” and “WWII fortunate to arrive during business hours
The trail’s seventh square is at 875 Dan (see the Butterflies and Wishes website),
WWII Allied Command chose Solo- Memorial Rose”—into the waters of the Bowen Rd. in Prince Frederick.
mons as the top-secret base for training Patuxent. Taps are at dusk. The U.S. Or- they can enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or hot
Kathy Bowen chosen the “Farmer’s chocolate along with freshly-made pas-
amphibious invasion forces. This year, ganization (USO) began with citizens Daugher” design because, as she says, “I
the Circle is expanding with the Opera- who served coffee and donuts to soldiers tries and scones while viewing the inside
am one.” She and her mother, Mildred square, featuring the “stitches” of Sandy’s
tion Solomons Cradle of Invasion, a mo- passing through their towns. Bowen, now 98, are quilters, as was her
torcade. There will also be a commemo- “We honor because of the irony and grandmother’s beautifully-embroidered
grandmother Nettie A. Bowen. floral quilt.
ration of 9/11 and the 100th Anniversary also because of the number of people who The barn where the square hangs was
of the WWI Armistice. Additionally, gave their lives in the invasions in the Pa- built by Kathy’s father, James Bowen, and Press release by The Arts Council of Calvert
SPAMtime T/5 Vince “SPAM” Turner cific and at Normandy. We chose the first
and PFC Vincent “Bubba” Turner will Friday in August for our date every year
Pet
reenact a 1942 radio broadcast of music because it was on the first Friday, August
from the WWII era. 7, 1942, the first invasion in the Pacific
WWII Army veteran Methuselah Pum- Solomon Islands after training here in
phrey laid the wreath at USO Night’s 10th our local community,” Vogt said. “Those
anniversary last year. Not allowed to train brave people went from Solomons here
in combat at Solomons because of segre- to Solomons there in the Pacific and shed OF THE WEEK
gation, he trained in Alabama and served their blood for our liberty. I feel we must
in Europe during the war.
This year, the Circle is inviting all
honor that sacrifice. 2018 is the 100th an-
niversary of the WWI Armistice. Since
MEET RASCAL
WWII veterans to ride in the inaugural it’s also the 11th year for USO Night, we Looking for SMART? Looking for
Operation Solomons Cradle of Invasion thought it fitting to honor everyone from TOO CUTE? Well then watch out! I
(OpSol), a motorcade to honor all partici- the ‘Great War to 9/11 and Global Con- may head butt you just to get your
pating WWII veterans. Starting near the flict.’ We also want to honor those who attention. My name is Rascal and I just
Naval Air Station Patuxent River (NAS), wait at home, the families and friends, love to be petted. I’m a more mature kitty
motorcycles will lead the motorcade over home front heroes and heroines, who sup- that likes cats, dogs, and kids. I just LOVE being with people
the bridge to Solomons. The public is en- port them.” and keeping your lap warm. I can fit easily into your life. AND,
couraged to line the parade route, wave To reserve a spot in the motorcade or ADOPT ME DURING THE MARYLAND 2000 IN JULY AND
flags and cheer them on. for more information, contact The Circle
MY ADOPTION FEE WILL BE WAIVED!!! That’s pawsatively
“It’s appropriate for OpSol to start out at 301-778-3848 or email at: director@
at NAS because it was commissioned in circleofangels.org. amazing! SO BE MY MIRACLE!
1943 during the toughest times of conflict The Circle of Angels serves in policy PLEASE CHOOSE ME!
in WWII as ‘the most needed station in and advocacy to move people out of
the Navy,’” Roseanna Vogt, director of poverty and into prosperity (P2P). As a And remember, if there is room in the heart, there is room in
the Circle, explained. “We wanted to in- community building exercise that brings the house!
vite Mr. Pumphrey back to USO Night. awareness to veterans’ issues, USO Night Come meet me and the wonderful gang at Tri-County Animal
After eleven years, there are a number of fits right into their mission. Shelter (6707 Animal Shelter Road, Hughesville) or call 301-932-
1713 for more information. To see more of my amazing friends
WWII veterans we want to invite; back
Press release by The Circle of Angels available for adoption, “like” us on Facebook @ Tri-County
plus the reality of their dwindling num- Animal Shelter Southern MD.
bers motivated us to host this year’s inau-
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place 15. Of a wedding
30. Russian river 18. Prosecutor
31. Supervises flying 19. The main constituent of
32. “City of Brotherly Love” chromosomes
native 20. Advice
39. Greeting at meeting 22. Principles of right and
41. Common gibbon wrong
42. Type of TV 23. Decorate a cake with
43. Corpuscle count (abbr.) frosting
44. Scottish port 24. Headgear
45. Computer company 27. New York art district
46. One from Asia 28. __ Lilly, drug company
48. Former significant others 29. Car mechanics group
49. Woven fabrics or garments 31. Influential U.S. president
50. One’s sense of self-esteem 32. Quell the anger
51. The Science Guy 33. Swiss river
52. Monetary unit 34. Personal computer
35. Incline from the vertical
CLUES DOWN 36. Wild goats
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CLUES ACROSS 16. The Greatest of All Time
2. Epic done wrong
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In Remembrance
The Calvert County Times runs complimentary obituaries as submitted by funeral homes
and readers. We run them in the order we receive them. Any submissions that come to
guyleonard@countytimes.net after noon on Mondays may run in the following week’s edition.
Richard Earl “Dick” Daniels, Sr business for himself. Dick’s family was dra Elaine and Daniel Patrick Boyd.
his number one priority. Dick was an ac- Visitation will be Satur-
tive member of the Presbyterian Church day, July 28, 2018, 10-11 a.m. at
in Morristown, New Jersey for more Rausch Funeral Home - Lusby
than 40 years before moving to Chesa- 20657 20 American Lane, Lusby MD.
peake Beach, Maryland and joining First Funeral Services will follow at 11 a.m. at
Presbyterian in Annapolis, Maryland. the funeral home.
Dick also was a member of Springbrook
Country Club and enjoyed golf with his Robert Lee Western
friends and his family.
Dick is survived by his wife of 69 years
Marita, daughter Anne and her husband Department, retiring in 2008. In her lei-
Al, daughter Lynda Byer and her chil- sure time Betty enjoyed scrapbooking,
dren Jonathan and Jennifer, daughter shopping, traveling to the beach, going
Heidi, daughter-in-law Leslie, and com- to festivals, and coloring with her grand-
panion Jim Wilhelm. He is predeceased children and great-grandchildren.
by a son Richard “Rick” Earl Daniels Jr Betty was preceded in death by her
and a son-in-law Albert Byer. husband Frank Howard English, Sr. in
Life Celebration Services will be Sat- 2005, son Frank Howard English, Jr.,
urday, August 4, 2018 at 1 p.m. at First great-grandchildren James and Kayla,
Presbyterian Church of Annapolis, 171 brothers Joseph and Michael Costello
Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapo- and sister Patricia Ann Friant. She is sur-
lis, MD 21401. Interment will follow in vived by her daughters Margaret Levelle
the church Columbarium. and husband David of North Beach and
Memorial contributions may Theresa English-Kircher and husband
Richard Earl “Dick” Daniels, Sr. of
be made to National Arbor Day Robert of Washington, D.C., grandchil-
Chesapeake Beach Maryland passed
Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue dren Elizabeth Forsyth and husband
away peacefully at home on July 5, 2018.
Nebraska City NE 68410 , Phone: James, Patricia Dugan and husband Josh
He was 90 years old. Dick was born on
888-448-7337; website:https://www. Oaks, James Dugan III, Amanda Kircher
January 3, 1928 in Kansas City Mis-
arborday.org/ or First Presbyterian and Caroline Kircher and great-grand-
souri. He was adopted by Jeanette and
Church of Annapolis, 171 Duke of daughter Desiree Roberts.
Earl Daniels and was raised in Greene, Robert Lee Western, 81, of Broomes
Gloucester Street, Annapolis MD 21401 Visitation will be Thursday, July 26,
Iowa. He graduated high school in Bris- Island, MD passed away on July 21, 2018
Phone : 410-267-8705; website:http:// 2018, 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Rausch
tow at age 16 to attend Wartburg College in Prince Frederick, MD.
www.annapolis-presbyterian.com/ Funeral Home – Owings, 8325 Mount
and later graduated from Northern Iowa Visitation will be Friday, July
(Teacher’s College). Dick met his sweet- Harmony Lane, Owings MD 20736.
27, 6-6:30 p.m. at Rausch Fu-
heart Marita Milroy at Wartburg and Angela Nichole Boyd Funeral Services will be Fri-
neral Home - Port Republic
they married on Oct 23, 1948. He enlist- day, July 27 at 11 a.m. at
4405 Broomes Island Road, Port Repub-
ed in the United States Army and served Rausch Funeral Home - Owings
lic MD 20676. A Memorial Service will
in the 82nd Airborne. He completed 23 8325 Mount Harmony Lane,
follow at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
jumps and was known as “Deadeye Dan- Owings MD 20736.
iels.” Upon discharge he graduated col- Burial will be at Fort Lincoln
Elizabeth Georgeann Cemetery, 3401 Bladensburg Road,
lege and became a school principal for 3
weeks until he was recalled back into the “Betty” English Brentwood MD 20722.
Army and stationed at Ft Monmouth as a Elizabeth Georgeann “Betty” English,
nuclear physicist. 70, of North Beach passed away July 20, Nathan Emory “Nate” Cowan
After 3 years, Dick chose to work for 2018. She was born January 12, 1948 to Nathan Emory “Nate” Cowan, 69 of
General Electric. He and Marita moved Joseph L. and Elsie (Wentworth) Costel- Lusby, MD, formerly of Riverdale, MD,
to the Chicago area for 12 years. They lo. Betty was raised in Mt. Rainier and passed away on July 17, 2018 at this resi-
raised their 3 oldest children and gave attended Catholic Schools. She moved to dence. He was born on May 1, 1949 in
birth to their 4th before moving to New Angela Nichole Boyd, 36 of Great North Beach with her husband in 1994. Cresson, PA to the late Christina Marie
Jersey in 1967 when Dick was promoted Mills, MD passed away on July 22, 2018 Betty was employed as an administra- and Nathaniel Emory Cowan, Jr. He was
to be the sales manager for the East coast at her residence. She was born on Janu- tor at Georgetown University, working the loving husband to Sandra Cowan
and Canada. Years later Dick went into ary 29, 1982 in Washington, DC to San- in the Personnel Department and Den- whom he married in Upper Marlboro,
tal School before moving to the History MD in November 1982.
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MD, Mary Donn of Brentwood, MD and paign. After his career in the military,
Martha Westman of St. Leonard, MD; 8 Skeetz went on to work for Georgetown
grandchildren. He was preceded in death University on Maintenance Contracts
by his parents; siblings, Connie Watson and retired in August of 1988 after 18
and Christina Shott; and step son, Mi- years of employment. He enjoyed camp-
chael Heller. ing and reading and was a member of
There will be no public services be- the American Legion Post 274, Prince
cause the family is honoring Nate’s Frederick Masonic Lodge, and the Tall
last wishes. He wanted everyone to re- Cedars of Lebanon.
member him as he was in life. He was a Skeetz is survived by his wife of 47
kind and beautiful husband, father, and years, Carol Jean Miller of Lusby, MD;
person. children, R. Douglas Taylor (Marinia)
To leave the family a condolence. of Bethesda, MD, Gabriella Piscedda of
please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes. Ashburn, VA, Marshall E. Miller (Timi)
com of Fredericksburg, VA, Janet Busch
(William) of Glen Burnie, MD, Ste-
Marshall Edward “Skeetz” Miller ven Miller (Cheryl) of Lusby, MD, and
Nate graduated from Bladensburg
Stephania Miller of Fredericksburg, VA;
High School in 1967. He went on to work Marshall Edward “Skeetz” Miller, 93 siblings, John Miller, Faith Matthews of
for Brandywine Sand & Gravel as a Dis- of Lusby, MD formerly of Georgetown, Northridge, CA, Helen Ann Edwards of
patcher for over 30 years and retired in DC passed away at his residence on July Laurel, MD, and George Miller (Diane)
2000. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, doing 18, 2018. He was born on August 19, of Costaic, CA; 15 grandchildren, 13
crossword puzzles, making fudge, and 1924 in Washington, DC to the late Hel- great grandchildren, and 1 great-great
most of all he loved Christmas and being en Nokes and Marshall Henry Miller. grandchild. He was preceded in death
with family. He was the loving husband to Carol Jean by his parents; children, Debra Cantler Rausch Funeral Home Chapel, 20 Amer-
Nate is survived by his wife of 35 years Miller, whom he married on December and William Miller; siblings, Daniel W. ican Lane, Lusby, MD with Deacon Ed
Sandra Cowan of Lusby, MD; children, 18, 1970 in Rockville, MD. Miller, Robert Miller, and Channing Baker officiating. Interment was in the
Stephen Cowan, Dawn Cowan, and Joe Soon after graduating high school, Miller. MD Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain
Cowan all of South Carolina; step sons, Skeetz joined the United States Army. Serving as pallbearers will be William Highway, Cheltenham, MD.
John Deitzel of Waldorf, MD and James He served his country honorably for 28 Busch, Jr., Sean Miller, Steven Miller, To leave the family a condolence
Deitzel of Germany; siblings, Florence years from October 12, 1942 until his and Sean Miller. please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.
Norris of Sherwood, MD, Lynta Huff of retirement on December 31, 1970. He The family receives friends on Tues- com.
Cordova, MD, James Cowan of Abing- served during WWII, Korean War, and day, July 24, 2018 from 10:30 a.m. until
don, VA, Shirley Williams of Annapolis, the Vietnam – Invasion of Guam Cam- time of funeral services at noon in the
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Dee of St. Mary’s Public Sail Calvert Stewards: Red-Tailed Hawk Care &
Thursday, July 26 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons Training
2:30 - 4:30 PM Battle Creek Cypress Swamp, 2880 Grays Road
Quit Tobacco Class Sail aboard the historic skipjack Dee of St. Prince Frederick
Calvert County Health Dept., 975 Solomons Is- Mary’s departing and returning from the Calvert 1:00 - 3:00 PM
land Road, Prince Frederick Marine Museum. Experience the Patuxent River For adults. New volunteers welcome. Learn
6:00 – 7:00 PM aboard an iconic Chesapeake dredge boat. $15 about the care and proper handling techniques
Free 8-week classes July 26 thru September 13. ages 8-12. 13 and older $25. Sorry, no children to gain experience to handle hawks on your
Free medication aids, group support, and tools to under five permitted. Advance reservations re- own. Free for volunteers. Reservations re-
assist in your quitting journey. Register: call 410- quired by noon Friday prior to the cruise. Info: quired:410-535-5327. www.calvertparks.org
535-5400 x359 or visit www.calverthealth.org contact Melissa McCormick at 410-326-2042 ext.
41. calvertmarinemuseum.com Walking Meditation Indoor Labyrinth
Workshop
Friday, July 27 Middleham and St. Peter’s Episcopal Church,
Monday, July 30 10210 HG Trueman Rd., Lusby
6:30 - 8:30 PM, Jul 31–Aug 2
Farmers’ Market Southern Maryland Meditation Community
5 th Street & Bay Ave., North Beach Critter Camp
offers two workshops to learn about and walk a
6:00 PM Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons
44-foot Chartres canvas labyrinth in the Parish
Includes Classic Car Cruise-in and Art Fair 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Jul 30-Aug 3
Hall of the Church. Tuesday, July 31, 6:30—8:00
along Bay Avenue. www.northbeachmd.org Grades: Entering 1–3. Discover the critters in
PM and Wednesday, August 1, 6:30—8:30 PM.
our back yard. Make bug kites, spy on fiddler
There will be two opportunities to walk
crabs, and create a small a garden for our crit-
the labyrinth on your own. A facilitator
Saturday, July 28 ter friends. Spend a day learning to ‘see’ nature.
will be available to answer your questions.
Get a special behind-the-scenes at our River to
Wednesday, August 1, 10:00 AM—Noon and
Bay exhibit. The final day, board the Wm. B. Ten-
Lighthouse Adventure Cruise - Northern Bay Thursday, August 2, 2:00—4:00 PM.
nison with parents for a lunch time cruise on the
Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons In order to care for the canvas laby-
Patuxent River. $125. 410-326-2042, x41. www.
7:45 AM – 5:00 PM rinth, please come prepared to walk bare-
calvertmarinemuseum.com
See Cove Point, Thomas Point, Sandy Point, foot, in socks, slippers, or indoor shoes.
Bloody Point, Sharpes Island, and Drum Point Donations will be used to help reconstruct and
Buy Local Challenge Celebration
Lighthouses. Lunch on your own. $130. Prereg- revitalize the labyrinth on the grounds of the
Greenstreet Gardens, 391 W. Bay Front Road,
istration required. Contact Melissa McCormick, Church, which is available to the community.
Lothian
410-326-2042, ext. 41. i n f o @ s o m d m e d i t a t i o n c o m m u n i t y. o r g
5:30 – 8:30 PM
communications@middlehamandstpeters.org
The celebration features farmers and produc-
Community Shred Event ers from Southern Maryland. Live music, food
Northern High School, 2950 Chaneyville Rd., Bingo
trucks, items for purchase and activities for the
Owings North Beach Volunteer Fire Dept.
whole family. For more information about where
8:00 AM – Noon, rain or shine 7:30 PM
to purchase local produce, meats and other prod-
Destroy unwanted paper documents at this free Doors open at 5:00. $8/person. Food and drink
ucts, visit www.calvertag.com.
event for residents. Proof of Calvert County resi- available for purchase. More info please call
dency required. Calvert County Solid Waste Di- 301-855-0520.
vision. 410-326-0210. www.cal.co.md.us/recycle
Tuesday, July 31
Oyster Transfer Thursday, August 2
Abner’s Boat Yard, Chesapeake Beach Teen Kayak Skills and River Ecology
10:00 AM – Noon Kings Landing Park, Huntingtown
Calvert Toastmasters Meeting
New Date. CBOCS needs 25 volunteers to un- 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
30 Duke Street, Prince Frederick
load oyster cages, scrape cages, deliver oysters Focuses on basic kayak skills and the ecology
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
via boat to the reef in the bay and measure oyster of the Patuxent River. Ages 12-16 years old with-
Calvert Toastmasters is a Toastmasters Inter-
survivability rate. Great event for high school out an adult.
national club open to anyone to join. If you want
students to earn community service credits. Pier $30/teen. Reservations: 410-535-5327.
to improve your communication and leadership
cage growers please bring your cages. Rain date www.calvertparks.org
skills, pay us a visit. We meet on the 1st and 3rd
is August 4. Info: 410-257-2230. Thursday of the in the Community Resources
Public Hearing
Building conference room. You are welcome to
Toy Boat Building County Commissioners’ Hearing Room, Court-
attend as a visitor and bring a friend!
Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons house, 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick
2:00 - 4:00 PM 10:30 AM
National Coloring Book Day
Build a toy boat in the Boat Basin, weather per- The Calvert County Board of County Commis-
Northeast Community Center, 4075 Gordon
mitting. Sessions starting on the half hour. For sioners will hold a Public Hearing to consider and
Stinnett Ave., Chesapeake Beach
ages 5 and older. receive comments on a budget adjustment to pur-
2:00 – 4:00 PM
$2 per boat donation; museum admission chase a combination sewer cleaner vacuum truck.
Children between the ages of 4 and 7 will en-
required. Info: 410-535-1600 x2520.
joy celebrating this day! Of course, there will be
410-326-2042. www.calvertmarinemuseum. plenty of pages to color and some fun giveaways.
com $3. 410-535-1600 ext. 8210. www.co.cal.md.us/
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