Nancy Carol Bly
April 25, 1939 - December 24, 2024
Nancy C. Bly was born in Chester. In addition to her family commitments, Mrs. Bly was active in several organizations, including the Museum of Eastern Shore Life, the Stevensville High School Alumni Association, the Kent Island Heritage Society, the Senior Bowling League, and the Kent Island United Methodist Church. Mrs. Bly took great pride in knowing everyone as a greeter at KIUMC on Sundays and supporting Mr. Bly with the Train Show every winter to benefit the Museum of Eastern Shore Life.
Calep "Joe" A. Boyd III
May 30, 1953 - December 24, 2024
After a life spent caring for and solving the problems of others, Calep Allan Boyd, III is now worry and care free, captaining his boat on sparkling, celestial seas. Known to all as Joe, he died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Christmas Eve after a short illness. But it was family that was Joe’s greatest passion. To his children, he was a firm hand and a soft touch. To his grandchildren, “Papa Joe” was the calm, secure presence. To his large extended family, he was a devoted son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. And to his wife of 23 years, he will always be the love of her life – and the feeling was mutual.
David Medford Carpenter
January 6, 1945 - December 25, 2024
David Medford “Katfish” Carpenter, 79, of Seaford, DE passed away peacefully with his family at his side on December 25. Following high school, David joined the United States Army, serving in Vietnam before being honorably discharged in 1968.
Arliss "Nina/Tasha" Burmae Ringgold Commodore
February 23, 1955 - December 26, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Arliss "Nina/Tasha” Burmae Ringgold Commodore on December 26 at the age of 69. She was the matriarch of the family, a beloved wife, mother, aunt and friend. Arliss was a three-time cancer survivor who faced life's challenges with unwavering strength and grace. Arliss leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and unwavering support. Arliss memory will forever be cherished.
Richard Scott Svoboda
July 22, 1975 - December 27, 2024
Larger than life in both stature and personality, Scott Svoboda touched and helped countless lives, not only as a paramedic and firefighter, but also as a friend, a mentor, a co-worker and an “Uncle”. He was driven by his passion to help and guide people but never missed an opportunity for a good debate. Raise a glass, or more appropriately a Big Gulp cup, and share some stories to celebrate Scott’s life. Though his time on earth was short, the stories are long and plentiful. The world is a little less colorful without him in it.
Richard Franklin Colburn
February 9, 1950 - December 27, 2024
Former Maryland State Senator Richard F. Colburn passed away peacefully on December 27 at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health in Easton with his loving wife Alma and his family by his side. He was 74. He worked with and maintained personal relationships with Maryland Governors including Harry Hughes, William Donald Schaefer, Paris Glendening, Bob Ehrlich, Martin O’Malley, Larry Hogan, and Wes Moore.
Helen Louise Brannon
April 8, 1928 - December 28, 2024
Helen Louise Brannon (Bollinger) died December 28. She was 96. Helen’s most cherished memories were spent with her children and grandchildren. She had a deep faith and was a regular parishioner at St. Christophers Catholic Church on the Eastern Shore.
Glenn Hewitt Clevenger
August 17, 1937 - December 29, 2024
Glenn H. Clevenger from Centreville passed away on December 29 at Arcadia Living in Denton. When he and Sandra both retired, they moved from their home in Scaggsville, Howard County, to the Eastern Shore. Glenn joined the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary (Flotilla 19-03 Kent Island) for five years and served as Flotilla Leader for one term. Glenn started to develop some memory problems and decided to retire from the flotilla.
Thomas Alfred Gore
October 14, 1940 - December 30, 2024
Thomas Alfred “Butch” Gore, 84, of Easton peacefully passed away on December 30 surrounded by his loving family at his home following a brief illness. He loved his family, eating crabs, fishing, playing poker, the Washington Nationals (until they got rid of all their best players), and the Washington Redskins (now the Commanders). His family will always remember him for his ability to make us laugh and how much he loved us all.
Jeffrey "Jeff" Lawes Gwilliam
July 2, 1958 - January 1, 2025
U.S. Army Colonel (Retired) Jeffrey (Jeff) Lawes Gwilliam, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend, passed away on January 1 in Washington, DC. After retirement, his daily ritual began at 7am with an early dog walk, then a meeting of the Bench Boys, an hour of exercise followed by lunch, reading, and then late day dog park sessions in Oxford. Listening to music was another lifelong passion from childhood, Bob Dylan, Buffalo Springfield, Bruce Springsteen and Fleetwood Mac.
Mary Ellen Bennett
August 28, 1939 - January 1, 2025
Our beloved mother Mary Ellen Bennett, 85, of Queenstown passed away peacefully while in hospice care at her son’s home on January 1. Mary was a very loving and dedicated wife and mother. They were most recently members of Wye Bible Church in Queenstown. Mary had a passion for caring for others and was always willing to help those in need.
James Lavon Schrock
December 10, 1952 - January 2, 2025
James Lavon Schrock of Millington passed away Jan 2 at Compass Regional Hospice in Centreville. He was 72. James was a member of Holdens Chapel. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, riding his motorcycle, driving, racing and tinkering with his 68” SS Chevelle.
John Joseph Weisman
November 22, 1958 - January 2, 2025
John Joseph Weisman, 66, resident of Stevensville on January 2. He passed shortly after having a successful hunt doing what he loved. He was the owner/ operator of Weisman Mechanical and serviced many residents on Kent Island and surrounding areas, making friends everywhere he went. He loved tending to his garden and was passionate about crabbing, hunting, fishing and spending time with family. He most loved taking his kids and grandkids out on his boat for crabbing and fishing and going to family events. He will be missed by so many.
Margaret Ann Walbert
November 26, 1940 - January 2, 2025
Margaret Ann (“Peggy”) Walbert (nee Rothermel), passed away peacefully in her sleep in the presence of family on January 2 at Country Meadows Retirement Community in Frederick. She was 84. Peggy loved tennis, swimming, and piano and formally taught all those activities to her children and to other children in organized settings. She was a gifted socialite who taught us which fork to use and the subtle skill of engaging in intelligent conversation. She was a voracious reader and constantly encouraged us to become the same. Most of all, she was able to sculpt for her children the fondest childhood memories possible.
Ruth Elizabeth Shepard
January 24, 1942 - January 3, 2025
Ruth Elizabeth Shepard peacefully went home to be with the Lord on January 3, 21 days before her 83rd birthday. Ruth will be remembered as a sassy, strong, and independent woman who always had a joke to crack. She loved being a grandmother but especially loved being promoted to a great-grandmother and then great-great-grandmother, because she was just that great. She led a life full of love, faith, and dedication to her family and community.
Donna Lee Masten
October 11, 1957 - January 3, 2025
S. Susan Chance
January 18, 1954 - January 3, 2025
Sara Susan Chance, of Preston, passed away peacefully at Talbot Hospice House on January 3 after a brief illness. She was 70 years old. Susan loved being entertained by their Shih Tzu dogs Bernie and Sammie, and currently by their Shorkie Ziggy. She had a love for baking and was known for her mother’s recipe of yeast rolls and her pie crusts.
Sheila Christine Schupp
June 25, 1932 - January 3, 2025
Jeanne Diane Avey
July 18, 1941 - January 3, 2025
Jeanne Diane Avey, 83, of Easton passed away on January 3 at home surrounded by her family. Jeanne and Max Avey created a life together in Hagerstown, MD raising two daughters, Wendy and Lisa. Together they were members of Bethel UMC in Chewsville, MD before moving to Easton and becoming members of St. Mark’s UMC. Jeanne was also a member of the Antique Automobile Club of America and the Christian Motorcycle Association.
Brian William Frey
August 9, 1957 - January 4, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce that Brian W. Frey passed away on January 4th. Brian was a devoted and loving father, with three sons. He was known for his courteous demeanor, befriending colleagues and clients alike throughout the business.
Paul Mark Carroll
May 14, 1939 - January 5, 2025
Paul Mark Carroll of Easton died on January 5th. Paul became a founding and charter member of the Institute of Adult Learning at Chesapeake College. As a Docent at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum for more than 20 years, Paul studied the history of “The Bay,” was an original member of the Tuesday CBMM Study Group and was a favorite Tour Leader with CBMM visitors. Much as Paul was a fan of his sons’ athletic and academic pursuits, he was also a fan of his grandchildren’s activities, both athletic and academic.
Joyce Misener
June 9, 1935 - January 5, 2025
Joyce Z. Misener, 88 years old (1935-2024) sadly passed away at her home in Easton on the morning of January 5. Joyce was a devoted homemaker. She was known for her bright smile, kind heart and thoughtfulness she showed to all around her. Her last months were spent with family, making new friends, becoming active in the residential community. She will be forever loved, cherished, and missed.
Lovie Jane Harris
January 20, 1932 - January 6, 2025
Lovie Jane Harris of Cordova passed away on January 6th at Talbot Hospice. She was 92. In her spare time, she loved reading, knitting, puzzles, solitaire, and crocheting. She also loved Sunday dinner with her daughter, grandson, and great-grandchildren.
Donald Allen Dadds
March 27, 1938 - January 6, 2025
Donald Allen Dadds, a lifelong resident of Centreville, passed away on January 6 in Easton at the age of 86. An active member of his community, Donald was a past member of the Goodwill Fire Company in Centreville. His greatest joys in life were spending cherished time with his grandchildren and delivering donuts to his children every Sunday.
Larry L Lynn II
March 16, 1971 - January 6, 2025
Dr. Larry L Lynn II passed away on January 6th at the age of 53. Larry was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He selflessly dedicated his time to support everyone he loved and made it his mission to make their lives better. It made him happy to see those he loved succeed in everything they set out to do. He was an avid sports fan, cheering on the Baltimore Ravens, the Baltimore Orioles, the Penn State Nittany Lions, and as of this year, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets.
Leonard "Lenny" Charles Matthews
June 14, 1940 - January 8, 2025
Leonard Charles Matthews of Queenstown died on January 8. Lenny’s passion was for the outdoors. He loved hunting and fishing and golfing with his buddies. He was a devoted fan of the Washington Redskins. After retirement Lenny remodeled homes and built decks. He spent many hours in his pole barn woodworking, making birdhouses among other things. Lenny was very outgoing making friends everywhere he went.
John Raymond Sullivan
April 16, 1930 - January 8, 2025
John Raymond Sullivan, age 94, died peacefully on January 8 in Easton. John enjoyed time with his family and grandchildren. John was an avid reader, preferring non-fiction and history where he was always fascinated to learn more and engage in deep discussions with friends and family. His later years were enjoyed tinkering around his house and yard and ending each day sitting on his back patio enjoying his birds and sweet dog, Chelsea.
Tina Marie Smith
October 1, 1960 - January 9, 2025
Tina Marie Smith of Easton passed away on January 9. She was 64 years old. Tina enjoyed spending time with her husband, and you always saw them together. They enjoyed traveling and especially enjoyed trips to Niagara Falls, an Alaskan cruise, and many trips to the Biltmore Estate in Asheville NC.
Sandra "Sandie" (Lichliter) Glaveskas
July 4, 1963 - January 9, 2025
Sandra “Sandie” (Lichliter) Glaveskas, 61, passed away on January 9. She was a cherished wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Sandie will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Sandie’s determination and strong spirit defined her. She was unapologetically herself and approached life on her own terms. Those who knew her best admired her independence and authenticity. She was courageous and faced many health challenges throughout her life with grace, never complaining.
Donald Claire Thomson
December 30, 1936 - January 9, 2025
Jon Robbin Wyne
May 7, 1944 - January 10, 2025
Jon Robbin Wyne passed away at his home in Easton on January 10 with family at his side. Jon loved his family and treasured every moment with them. He especially loved the time spent at their second home in Connecticut on “Hop Frog Pond” (so named by his grandkids). He kayaked, fished, laughed and relaxed. He had wonderful memories of that happy time. An avid gardener, Jon continued this passion at their home in Maryland where he also loved his time with The Romeos (Retired Old Men Eating Out). All in all, a life well-lived.
Doris Jean Webster Taylor
January 8, 1931 - January 11, 2025
Doris Jean Webster Taylor peacefully passed away the morning of January 11. Doris loved gathering with her family and playing card games together.
Corey James Robinson Sr.
February 8, 1995 - January 12, 2025
Corey James Robinson, Sr., 29, passed away peacefully at home on January 12. Corey shared a special bond with his grandparents, especially his "Pop Pop" with whom he spent countless hours collecting and selling vintage license plates. Corey worked as a tech at Quick Servant before finding his true passion as a driver for GTI. His life was profoundly enriched by his fiancée, Katherine "Kat," who brought him joy and inspired positive change.