Seang Iv Chhay

May 1, 1941 - August 26, 2026… age 85, passed at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis. Born in Cambodia, Seang was a professor of physics and chemistry, then later served as a police officer in Cambodia.

In 1975, Seang sought refuge from the horrors of the Khmer Rouge and immigrated to the United States in 1975 with his wife, Kim, who was several months pregnant at the time, and their 4 young children. The family was sponsored by the Kent Island United Methodist Church and made Kent Island their home, where they have resided for more than 50 years.

Seang was an exceptionally hardworking man who built a new life for himself and his family on Kent Island. He began working as a foreign car mechanic and eventually owned and operated Chhay's Used Cars. He could also often be found at Grasonville Food Mart and Friendly Food Store, convenience stores he and his wife built together. No matter where you saw Seang, chances are you saw him with a big smile on his face.

Seang was preceded in death by his son, Sereyvuth (Tom) Chhay. He is survived by his wife, Kim; daughter, Pichada Chhay-Honick; son, Rattana Chhay; son, Sereyvath (Top) Chhay; daughter, Mary Chester Chhay-Steele; 7 grandchildren, and many other family and friends who will sadly miss him.

Edwin "Eddie" D. Cook, Sr.

March 27, 1931 - August 26, 2026…  a lifelong resident of Queen Anne’s County, passed away at the age of 95. Born in 1931, Eddie was the son of the late William Henry Cook, Sr. and Lillian Louise Covington Cook. He grew up on his family’s farm in Centreville, where his early years were shaped by family, hard work, and life on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

As a young man, Eddie proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and later became a highly respected game warden. He loved his country deeply and remained proud of his service throughout his life.

Baseball was one of Eddie’s great loves. A phenomenal player in his younger years, he had a natural talent for the game and carried that love of baseball with him throughout his life. He also enjoyed sharing stories and memories from years gone by. Among the places he had the opportunity to visit, Barcelona, Spain, always remained a favorite.

Eddie is survived by his children, E.D. Cook, Jr. and Libby Cook Walls and her husband, Dallas; Lisa Cook, whom he considered a daughter; his grandchildren, Michael Cook and his wife, Jessica, Kristal Abrams and her husband, Matt, Dave Cook, Shannon Hampton and her husband, Sean, and Jaime Lewis and her husband, Aaron; and his great-grandchildren, Sydney Cook, Morgan Cook, Luke Abrams, Vada Abrams, Sawyer Abrams, Dallas Hampton, Case Hampton, and Ally Cook.

In addition to his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by his wife, Lequinta Joy Cook; his brother, William Henry Cook, Jr.; and his twin brother, Howard T. Cook, Sr.

Hon. Philip Carey Foster

January 5, 1947 - August 27, 2026… known by his middle name to his family, is now in the presence of his Lord Jesus. Phil was born on January 5, 1947, in Salisbury, Maryland. His father, the Rev. Philip Kyle Foster, brought the family to Easton in 1958 to plant Easton Presbyterian Church, and Phil called Easton home for most of his life. He graduated from Easton High School in the Class of 1965.

Phil earned his undergraduate degree from the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio, in 1969, and went on to Vanderbilt University Law School in Nashville, earning his J.D. in 1972. During law school, amid the Vietnam War, he enlisted in the accelerated ROTC program, was commissioned a Second Lieutenant, and served seven months of active duty before continuing in the Army Reserve, where he attained the rank of Captain.

Phil was admitted to the Maryland Bar and the District of Columbia Bar in 1973. He began his legal career as an attorney and advisor with the U.S. Department of the Interior in Washington, then returned to Easton to join the firm of Henry, Hairston & Price as an associate from 1973 to 1975. He entered private practice on his own in 1975 and continued as a solo practitioner for the rest of his career, focused on criminal defense, litigation, and estate planning. He also served as an adjunct instructor at Chesapeake College in Wye Mills.

Phil's long record of public service began in the Talbot County State's Attorney's Office, where he served as Assistant State's Attorney (1975–76) and Deputy State's Attorney (1976–86) before being elected State's Attorney himself, serving from 1986 to 1989. In 1989 he was appointed to the Maryland House of Delegates representing District 37, where he served on the Ways and Means Committee until 1991.
Phil also worked briefly as a law clerk for the Department of the Interior and in Easton as a campaign aid to the legendary, Honorable Rogers “CB” Morton.

He went on to serve on the Talbot County Council from 1998 to 2010, as Council President in 2007–09 and Vice President in 2009–10. In 2023 he was elected Judge of the Talbot County Orphans' Court, later serving as Chief Judge — the culmination of five decades in public life.

Phil's civic and professional involvement ran deep. He chaired the Easton Board of Zoning Appeals from 1978 to 1981, chaired the Talbot County Democratic Central Committee, and served as a delegate to the 2020 Democratic National Convention. Within the legal community, he served as President of the Talbot County Bar Association in 1987 and chaired its public awareness committee for over a decade. He was a member of the Maryland State Bar Association's correctional reform section, the D.C. Bar, the Rotary Club, and the Elks.

But those who knew him best say his truest joy was on the soccer field. Phil coached, refereed, and championed youth soccer in Talbot County 27 years, and became the first President of the Talbot County Youth Soccer Association — work he considered one of the great joys of his life.

Phil was a devout Christian, and over the years attended Easton Presbyterian Church, Christ Church - Easton, Trinity Cathedral - Easton, and more recently, deacon at Christ Episcopal Church in St. Michaels.

Phil was the son of the late Rev. Philip Kyle Foster and the late Betty Foster, who was born in Princess Anne, Maryland, where she met and married Rev. Foster. He was predeceased by his parents and by his brother, John, of St. Petersburg, Florida. He is survived by his brothers David, of Bradenton, Florida, and Robert, of Madeira Beach, Florida.

Mary "MJ" Jane Stevens

December 27, 1937 - August 28, 2026

Robert Thomas Warner

August 27, 1943 - August 29, 2026… affectionately known as “Bobby,” was called home to glory in Easton. He was 83 years old.

Robert was born on August 27, 1943, to the late Carroll and Hazel Warner. He was educated in the Talbot County Public School System and spent his life as a hardworking, dependable, and caring man who took pride in providing for himself and being there for the people he loved.

Robert was a man who believed in the value of hard work. Throughout his life, he held several positions and worked in a variety of trades.

He began his working career at the Esskay Poultry Plant, where he worked for approximately 10 years. He later worked on a farm in Kingston, Maryland, for seven years, where he processed geese, deer, ducks, fowl, and other wildlife. Robert then worked for Mason Catering in Easton, Maryland, for five years before continuing to work various jobs throughout the years.

Robert was a true “hands-on” man. He enjoyed working with his hands and was always willing to figure out how to fix, build, or work on something.

Robert found joy in the simple things in life. He loved fishing, it was one of his favorite ways to pass time. He also enjoyed working on his car and scooter, raising dogs, eating good food, dancing, watching old movies, and listening to his favorite radio station, WCEI. Most of all, Robert cherished spending time with his family and friends.

Robert also had a close relationship with God. His faith was nurtured by his mother, Hazel, who shared the Word of God with him. He enjoyed reading the Bible and carried that spiritual foundation with him throughout his life.

Robert played a vital and loving role in the lives of his great-nieces and great-nephews: Towanna Warner, Shawn Warner, Robert Dawson, Jamie Wise, and Tionna Wise. He was more than a family member; he was a source of guidance, love, laughter, and memories that will remain with them forever.

He especially enjoyed sharing the things he loved with Shawn, Robert, and Jamie, as well as their children, Shawn Warner Jr and Cymere Wise. From fishing and raising dogs to watching old movies, processing farm animals, and working with their hands, Robert passed along experiences and life lessons that will continue through the generations.

His presence brought a special kind of comfort to his family, and his stories, laughter, wisdom, and personality will be deeply missed.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Carroll and Hazel Warner; his sisters, Hattie Warner, Alice Warner, Lillian Warner, and Pearl Olivia; his brothers, James Warner and Phillip Warner, and niece Nancy Warner.

Robert leaves to cherish his precious memories his siblings, Carroll Warner (Viola), Hazel Jenkins, and Mabel Boston; nieces and nephews Franky Warner, Angee Trott, Terrance Jenkins, Audrey Jenkins, Tina Collins, Crystal Butler and Andrea Stuckey; great-nieces and great-nephews, Towanna Warner, Shawn Warner, Robert Dawson, Jamie Wise, Anthony Warner, Antoine Warner and Tionna Wise; great-great-nephews, Shawn Warner Jr and Cymere Wise; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and friends.

Though Robert has completed his earthly journey, the memories he created and the love he shared will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Calvin O. Yowell

September 30, 1938 - August 30, 2026… passed away comfortably at his home in Easton. He was a 30-year survivor of stage 4 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma cancer and courageously rallied against congestive heart failure (CHF), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Calvin was the son of Calvin O. Yowell Sr. and Grace I. Powell and raised in Bethesda, MD. He was pre-deceased by his beloved wife Polly Ann (nee Mulville) in 2013. Calvin is survived by his two children, Gwen Lacy (Michael) and Graham Yowell (Helena); and five grandchildren, whom he cherished, Matthew Lacy (Maddie), Megan Lacy, Jonathan Yowell, Marissa Yowell (Walter Gomez), and Daniela Yowell. Calvin is also survived by his two great grandchildren Melanie and Reece.

Calvin worked for IBM for over 35 years in program management and technical writing. Upon stepping away from IBM, Calvin and Polly moved from Rockville, Md to Easton (Oaklands). Calvin dabbled in consulting, real-estate, and teaching. Through the years he volunteered in a leadership capacity at St Mark’s United Methodist Church, Izaak Walton, and Rotary. He remained “tech savvy” and always had to be involved with a project. At Londonderry, he loved his nightly dinner with friends, poker, and beer making.

Calvin was able to follow his passion of boating and fishing on the Eastern shore. He loved time on the water, spending time with his family and working in his yard/garden. He had a way with animals and is now reunited with his labrador companions, especially Jack.

William "Bill" Noah Stant

April 18, 1939 - August 31, 2026… of Church Hill passed away peacefully at his home. Bill started his career as a gas delivery driver for Callahan’s Gas in Centreville. He then went to work for Delmarva Power, where he eventually retired from.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Milton Noah Stant and Idea Evelyn Stant. Bill is survived by his daughters, Robin Lewis and her husband Roger of Easton, MD, and Annette DiMaggio and her husband Tony of Barclay, MD; his two granddaughters whom he adored, Caity (Matt) and Casey (Sam) both of Easton; his brothers, Johnny Stant of Grasonville, MD and David Stant and his wife Jesse of Church Hill; his sister, Ellie Wetherell of Zepherhills, FL; and his little dog, Benji.

He is survived by his good buddies from Hardee’s that he drank coffee and did a lot of gossiping with on Tuesdays and Fridays. He will truly be missed.

Richard Paul Hayman

June 30, 1942 - August 31, 2026… age 84, went home to be with Jesus. Richard was one of eleven children. He was born in Denton, MD, but moved to Greensboro when he was young. He spent the rest of his life living in that small town where he would build his family and his life.

He is the son of the late Howard and Alice Hayman (Blough) and the husband of the late Mary Hayman (Outten). He has two daughters, Kimberly Schall (Chris) of Greensboro, MD and Alison Hurley (Jim) of Colonial Heights, VA.

Richard spent his entire life farming the land that he loved. He was a stellar athlete and excelled in multiple sports. Most people don’t know that he was offered a try-out spot with the Baltimore Colts, but turned it down to stay close to home.

After graduating from North Caroline High School, he joined the Army and served in Stuttgart, Germany. He was an artilleryman and a part of the Old Iron Sides division. He frequently talked about his time in the Army with great affection.

Upon his return from the Army, he purchased the farm that was across the road from his childhood farm. He loved farming and poured his heart into it. Besides being a lifelong farmer, he was also a retired bus driver for Caroline County Public Schools.

He met his future wife, Mary, while “cruising” with friends in Easton. Little did he know at the time that they would spend the next 49 plus years together in marriage before she would be called home on August 30, 2015.

Richard loved his church where he taught Sunday school and worked with the youth program in his younger years. He also spent over 20 years volunteering weekly at the Stevenson Home for Boys, where he led weekly Bible devotions and mentored the young men in that home.

He was intentional about his commitment to his family and to the Lord. He took great pride in his family and always did his best to honor his commitments. He was a man of integrity.

He is survived by his siblings Lawrence, Leroy, Ruth, Eddie, Gene, Patsy, and Raymond. He is preceded in death by his siblings, Norris, Gladys (Skeeter) and Betty. He is also survived by his eight grandchildren Drew (Jess) Schall, Zachary (Makayla) Schall, Noah (Karli) Schall, Grace Schall, Hannah Schall, Riley Schall, Caden Hurley, and Avery Hurley and a great granddaughter, Makenzi Schall.