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This page is dedicated to the fallen members of Post 38 in Falling Waters, WV.  If you know of a member of the Post that we have missed, please use the Contact Page to send us the information.

Ed Stracka

Webmaster, Post 38

Gone, but not forgotten!

CHARLES D (Charlie) LARGENT

April 9, 1936 to February 22, 2024

Charlie served as Post Commander and was instrumental in making the Post what it is today.  He will be remembered as a proud veteran and a supporter of the Post.

Charles David Largent 87 of Falling Waters, West Virginia passed away surrounded by his children and their families on February 22, 2024.

Born April 9, 1936, in Clarke County, VA, he was the son of the late Charles Henry Largent and the late Mabel Catherine Fishell Butts Largent.

Charles spent nearly 55 years married to the love of his life Joye Ann Largent, until her passing in 2014.

Charles was a member of Calvary Temple in Williamsport, MD and enjoyed attending and fellowshipping there. He was a life member and former commander of AMVets Post #38 (Falling Waters, WV), a life member and former officer of American Legion Post #202 (Williamsport, MD), a life member of Williamsport Red Men Tribe 84 (Williamsport, MD), and was involved in countless other community and civil organizations.

Charles retired officially in 1998 from Largent’s Body Shop in Marlowe, WV. Utilizing the G.I Bill he began training for his autobody career at OTT Motors (Martinsburg, WV), and worked at Hoffman Chevrolet (Hagerstown, MD), Central Motors, Inc. (Hagerstown, MD), Regester’s Body Shop (State Line, PA) and Porterfield’s Collision Center (Martinsburg, WV) before opening Largent’s Body Shop in 1979 with his wife.

Charles led a life dedicated to service. First, in his service to our country in the United States Army, serving in Korea alongside his lifelong friend Norm “Peanie” Ceravalo. He then went on to serve his community through volunteer work with veterans organizations, where he helped to establish and run programs providing activities such as bingo for veterans under care at the Martinsburg VA Hospital and Care Facility, providing razors and other toiletries to the same, placing flags on veterans’ graves and along the interstate, going on trips with local schools to Washington DC to share his stories and experiences, and fundraising for scholarships. He spent the later part of his life dedicated to serving his lord and savior.

He is survived by his children RoxAnne (Largent) Kelley (Kenneth) and Rex H. Largent (Melanie), his seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, four great great grand children and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to his parents, and his wife Joye, he was preceded in death by siblings Floyd E. Butts, Jr., Ethel Butts Miller, Joesph L. Butts, Paul S. Butts, Sr., Frances Largent Sirignano, and Lola Largent Cole.

The family will receive friends at the Osborne Funeral Home 425 S. Conococheague St. Williamsport, MD 21795 on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 from 5pm – 8pm.

Funeral services will be held at the Osborne Funeral Home on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 11am; Burial will follow at Harmony Cemetery in Falling Waters, WV. Military honors will be provided by Joint Veterans Council and Marine Corps League of Hagerstown, MD.

Charles will be remembered as a devoted and loving husband, father, Pap (to his grandchildren), uncle, cousin, proud veteran, friend and Charlie to all his angels.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made in honor of Charles D Largent to Hospice of the Panhandle or the Martinsburg, WV VA Hospital.

Online condolences may be made to the family at: www.osbornefuneralhome.net

 
 
 

CHARLES A (Charlie) BOARMAN

April 20, 1951 to August 15, 2023

Charlie served as Post Commander and was instrumental in making the Post what it is today.  

On Aug. 15th 2023 Charles Albert Boarman age 72 passed away at Hospice of the Panhandle of Martinsburg WV.

Born April 20, 1951 to Joseph Bernard Boarman and Delva Brichner Boarman in Martinsburg WV.

He attended Hedgesville High School. He was drafted into the USA army and served 2 years. He worked and retired from Capital cement / Essroc for 41 years.

He has a son Michael Charles Boarman (Toni Jones) and his daughter Melissa Hall (William L Hall). He is a grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Helen Boarman Aikens.

Charles is survived by his wife Joanna and his son Michael, daughter Melissa Jo. His sisters Dorthy Knipe and Joanna Gregory. His brother Joseph Turner Boarman as well as his brother in law John Martin Aikens.

He is a member of the Amvets Post 38 in Falling Waters, WV, the American Legion 202 of Williamsport MD, Moose 120 of Martinsburg and South Mountain Rod and Gun Club in Maryland.

He donated his body to the West Virginia Human Registry.

At his request there will be no services.

Donations may be donated to any Veteran organization or to Hospice of the Panhandle.

Special thanks to Browns Funeral Home for their assistance and to neighbors, family and friends for their support, calls, food, visits, and flowers.

Special thanks also to Angela Watson and Toni Jones for the family support they gave during his passing.

 
 
 

Kenneth (Ken) Kepner Bercaw

October 4, 1938 to March 4, 2023

Ken was a founding member of Post 38 and served in most of the officer positions in the Post.  While serving as the Post Adjutant for four years he set a standard that has not been matched for accuracy and records keeping.  Additionally he served for years as a Trustee and set the standard for performance of this position.  He Will Be Missed!

Kenneth Kepner Bercaw

Kenneth Kepner Bercaw, 84, of Falling Waters, WV, went home to be with the Lord on March 4, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Charlotta Jean Bercaw.

Born on October 4, 1938 in Waynesboro, PA, he was the son of the late Rice Kenneth Bercaw and Verna (Kepner) Bercaw. Kenneth was a veteran of the United States Army. He attended Drexel University in Philadelphia. He worked his entire career with Landis Tool Company in Waynesboro.

Kenneth was a member of the AMVETS #38 in Falling Waters, WV, American Legion Post #15 in Waynesboro, PA and Post #0202 in Williamsport, MD. He was also a member of the Eagles Club Inc. in Waynesboro, PA, Frontier County Gun Club in Chambersburg,PA, Waynesboro Fish & Game Protective Association. He enjoyed flying his Aeronca 1946 Champ airplane and watching local wildlife.

In addition to his wife, Charlotta “Jean”, he is survived by his sisters, Jean Stambaugh and Janet Grissinger; his children, Walter Bercaw and Mary Millin and stepchildren Lloyd Beard and Jason Beard.

He is also survived by his grandchildren, Shelby, Grace, Daniel, Kenny, Brandon, Cody, Shandy, Kayla, Molly, and Ian; and great-granddaughter, Ailah.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jim Bercaw.

The family will receive friends from 10-11 am on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Rest Haven Funeral Home, 1601 Pennsylvania Ave. Hagerstown. The service will be held at 11 am Reverend Jeff Zalatoris will officiate. Interment will follow in Strang Cemetery in Fayetteville, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Harmony United Methodist Church,  PO Box 1510, Falling Waters, WV 25419.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.rsthvn.com

 
 
 

GEORGE THOMAS “Tom” COLEMAN

June 16, 1936- November 6, 2020

Tom served in many positions in the Post from the early 90’s and was instrumental in making the Post what it is today.  

George Thomas “Tom” Coleman

George Thomas Coleman, 84, of Hedgesville passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020 at his residence.

Born June 16, 1936 in Toledo, Ohio, he was the son of the late Catherine “Kate” Reichard.

George was in the Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict.  He was a graduate of Hagerstown High School and a life member and volunteer of AMVETS Post 38 and American Legion #42 Morris Rock.

He is survived by a son, John T. Coleman and wife, Colleen, a daughter Catherine “Kitsy” Sprinkle and husband, John; grandchildren Molly and John “Skip” Coleman, Tori Ernsting and husband Yannick, Luke Sprinkle, Josh Sprinkle and wife, Carrie, a great grandchild, Grayson Sprinkle, and his companion, Doris Lilliard.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorcas D. Coleman.

The Brown Funeral Home will be open for family to receive friends only from the hours of 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, November 9, 2020.  Visitors will be required to wear face masks, practice social distancing, and follow directives.  Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Pleasant View Memory Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, AMVETS Post 38, 186 Boat Dock Drive, Falling Waters, WV 25419.

Online condolences may be offered at www.BrownFuneralHomesWV.com

Richard E. Seeley

October 31, 1928 – September 28, 2020

Dick served as the Post 38 Service Officer and assisted many of our members during his period as Service Offficer.  He will be greatly missed!  Semper Fi!

Richard E. Seeley

Richard E. Seeley, 91, of Martinsburg, our most beloved patriarch, passed peacefully into the presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sept. 28, 2020. Born in Marsteller, PA on Oct. 31, 1928 he was the youngest of three children born to his coal miner father William and mother Iva. After graduating from Barnesboro High School in 1946 he too became a coal miner. Realizing that this was not what he wanted to do with his life Richard joined the US. Marine Corp in 1948 and subsequently fought in the Korean War. He had a deep love of God, his country, his family, and his fellow servicemen.

In 1952 Richard married the love of his life, Joan Marie (Patterson) Seeley, who he met at Seaside Heights, NJ while on military leave. Together they made a home in South Philadelphia, and later the Washington, DC area where they raised four children. Eventually the couple relocated to Martinsburg WV in 1976. They were happily married for 60 years, until Joan’s death in 2011.

In his lifetime he was many things to many people: a son, a husband, a father and grandfather, and a friend. He worked as a coal miner, a soldier, a truck driver, a dental technician, and a director at the Dept of Health Education and Welfare, and the FDIC as Director of Graphics and Printing. He was a Leader of St. Ambrose Boy Scout Troop #716, a caretaker of the Nature Conservency’s Ice Mountain National Landmark and Preserve, a faithful member of his church, a Chaplain, and a member of numerous military organizations including the VFW and DAV. He served as the Commandant of the Marine Corp League (Martinsburg Chapter), the Commander of the Martinsburg VFW, the Military Order of the Purple Heart State of WV, and the Veterans Combined Honor Guard. Richard worked ceaselessly in the interests of veterans, giving over 10,000 hours of Voluntary Service to the Martinsburg VA Medical Center. In honor of his lifelong service to his country he received numerous awards including the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, 2014 Marine of the Year, DAR Outstanding Veteran Volunteer, and the prestigious Rich Homan Memorial Award. His advocacy for veterans improved the lives of veterans throughout our area.

Richard was a fun loving, attentive father and grandfather, slow to anger, and never too busy to listen or lend a hand. He remained an important teacher and example to us all throughout his life and was the living embodiment of the US Marine Corp motto, Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful), which, along with the Word of God, guided him through his entire life. His death leaves a void in us all that only God can fill. We long for that time that we will be reunited with him.

He was preceded in death by his wife Joan Seeley, mother and father, William M. and Iva E. Seeley, his brother William D. Seeley, sister Marjorie (Seeley) Greenway, son David E. Seeley, and granddaughter Jessica E. Seeley.

Richard is survived by his son Richard C. Seeley and wife Candy, daughter Marjorie A. (Seeley) Moulton and husband Michael, son James (Jamie) W. Seeley and Kathryn Seeley, as well as 13 grandchildren; Jacqueline Seeley, Alexis Seeley, Michael Moulton, Teresa Zdziera, Elizabeth Moulton, Cynthia Moulton, Luke Moulton, Dr. Jennifer Seeley Flora, Kristine Cobb, Jeremiah Seeley, Jacob Seeley, Jonathan Seeley, and Joshua Seeley. Also, the spouses and companions of his grandchildren Melinda Moullton, Nick Zderiera, Harvey Clopper, Monte Collins, Rodney Flora, Christopher Cobb, Morgan Seeley, Michelle Seeley, Jade Seeley,

Additionally, he is survived by numerous great grandchildren; Shaun Schell II, Chase and Shelby Moulton, Maddox, Peyton, and Henry Zdziera, Remington Sites, Colton Borror, Isabella and Elizabeth Clopper, Alayah Moulton, Samson Flora, Cullen and Madalynn Ours, Liam and Jacob Cobb, Anne and David Seeley, Rebecca Seeley, and Ariana and Cadence Seeley.

Funeral service will be held at South Berkeley Chapel in Inwood on Thursday, October 8, 2020 at 12 noon, with Father Brian Shoda officiating. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service from 10:00 to 12:00 noon at the Chapel. Visitors will be required to wear face masks, practice social distancing, and follow directives.

A graveside service and interment will be held at Rosedale Cemetery following the funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516 Topeka, KS 66675.

Online condolences may be offered at www.BrownFuneralHomeWV.com.
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Roy Gerald Angus

March 12, 1939 – January 15, 2019

 

Roy Gerald Angus

Roy Gerald Angus, 79, died peacefully at his home in Hedgesville, WV on Tuesday, January 15, 2019. Born in Chicago, IL., Roy grew up with his sister and mother in a home he built with his father in Lansing, IL. Roy attended Bishop Knoll High School in Hammond, IN and St Procopius College in Naperville, IL. Roy proudly served in the United States Army, where he learned the skills he needed to become a computer programmer for GEICO, University of Maryland, Fannie Mae, Volkswagen of America, Small Business Administration, CWA and finally retiring from AFL-CIO in 2005. His retirement gave him the time to enjoy his life long love of cars and join AmVets, where he served as State Commander for WV and District 2 Commander. Roy was a staunch union man, dog lover, and friend to many. He is survived by his sister, Lynn Nolan of San Diego, CA; his daughters, Wendy Angus of Earleville, MD and Casandra Dellapina (Timothy) of Plain City, OH; three grandchildren, Dominic, Christian and Giuliana Dellapina; longtime friend, Phyllis Manimbo of Berkeley Springs, WV, and his faithful dog, Bear. He is preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Mann Angus, and his father, Roy Ebert Angus. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at 2:00 pm at the AmVets Post 30, 141 Middleway Pike, Inwood, WV 25428. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Hospice of the Panhandle, 330 Hospice Lane, Kearneysville, WV 25430 or through their web site at https://www.hospiceotp.org/donate-now/ would be appreciated by Roy’s family.

David Bryan Carson

October 22, 1947 – May 14, 2018

David Bryan Carson
 
David was the youngest of 4 siblings. He was born at Bon
Secours Hospital in Baltimore on October 22 1947. His
parents were Matthew C. Carson and Ann E. Carson. David
was preceded in death by his sister Huntley Ann Cole with
whom he was living with for about 17 years. Huntley passed
away only 7 months ago. He also leaves behind his older
brother Matthew C. Carson age 82 and Huntley’s twin sister
Faye G. Becraft age 77.
David grew up in West Baltimore and Catonsville Maryland.
He attended St. Joseph’s Monastery Grade School and then
Mount Saint Joseph High School in Irvington. David served in
the Navy on active duty for 2 yrs and was in the naval
reserves for 4 yrs. he served on a destroyer and was in
numerous countries such as Italy, France, and Greece. He
was stationed out of Key West Florida.
David’s favorite food all his life was Velveeta Cheese and
Peter Pan peanut butter and he also enjoyed most candies.
He loved being on or near the water and enjoyed playing
cards. He also loved buying chances and if he won usually
gave whatever he won away.
He never married and had no children. He was Uncle David to
numerous nieces and nephews and also has many cousins.
David has a special nephew Robie and special niece Pam.
Pam worked so hard to help David out after losing Huntley
and they both did so much, providing care for him these last

few months. They both gave their love and time to make him
comfortable.
David will be very happy knowing that he is going to help
others even in death as he donated his body to science.

Charles Coldren Stoner

October 17,1953 – January 19, 2018

Charles Coldren Stoner

He is preceded in death by his father Melvin Stoner, his mother Ethel Stoner (Coldern), brother Robert Stoner and brother-in-law, Robert Icenhour. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Cathy Stoner (Sipe) and son Michael Stoner of Cleveland, OH, daughter-in-law Victoria Stoner (Lovejoy), sister Beverly Icenhour (Stoner) of Quarryville, PA, two grand-daughters; Morgan and Mackenzie Stoner, and a host of loving nephews/nieces and cousins.

He retired from Yellow Freight in 2009 and Risser’s Poultry in 2015. His hobbies included camping, softball, spending time with his grandkids and helping other people. He was an active member of the Masonic Lodge #43 in Lancaster, PA for over 25 years, as well as the Shrine in Reading, PA, the Elstonville Sportmens Club in Manheim, PA and MOC, Goshen, IN.

Celebration of Life Services will be held during the springtime in Lititz, PA.

Gerald (Jerry) Andrew Brown

February 23, 1941 – April 20, 2018


Gerald (Jerry) Andrew Brown passed away on the evening of
Friday April 20 2018 in his Chantilly, Virginia home,
surrounded by his children, after battling lung cancer for six
months.
Jerry was born on February 23, 1941 in Fall River,
Massachusetts and was a graduate of High Point High School
and Benjamin Franklin University in the District of Columbia.
He worked as a public accountant in the Washington D.C.
area for many years. He was predeceased by his parents,
Amelia D. and Joseph L. Brown and his sister, Aurelie
Wilburn. He is survived by his brother, Bruce Brown and four

children; Paulette B. Hill, Justin A. Brown, Troy D. Brown, and
Dana L. Brown and 12 grandchildren: Dylan A. Hill, Forest J.
Brown, Jesse R. Hill, Jared A. Hill, Jordan C. Brown, Perry E.
Brown, Parker J.S. Brown, Miranda P.S. Brown, Jane K.S.
Brown, Liam P.S. Brown, Emerson L.S. Brown, and Samuel
M.S. Brown.
He was a friend to many and will be greatly missed.

Huntley Ann Cole

January 28, 1941 – September 23, 2017

She was born on January 28, 1941 in Baltimore, MD to the late Matthew Clement and Ann Emma Held Carson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John G. “Gary” Cole in 2006.

She was a 1959 graduate of St. Peter of The Apostle High School in Baltimore, MD.

She was employed by Melville Scott Insurance Company of Ellicott City, MD for 20 years, and retired from Rude Trucking of Falling Waters, WV.  She was currently working at the Martinsburg Library Martinsburg, WV.

She was of the Christian Faith.

Huntley was a member of Post #7472 VFW of Ellicott City, MD; Potomac Post #202 American Legion Auxiliary Williamsport, MD; Amvets Post #38 Falling Waters, WV; Conococheague Tribe #84 IORM Williamsport, MD.

She is survived by her twin sister Faye Becraft of Ellicott City, MD; brother Matthew Carson of Catonsville, MD; brother David Carson of Falling Waters, WV; stepdaughter Cathy Sutherland of Catonsville, MD; stepson Robert Cole of Hedgesville, WV; step granddaughter Kelli Sutherland of Catonsville, MD; step granddaughter Heather Cole of Hedgesville, MD.

The family will receive friends at the Osborne Funeral Home 425 S. Conococheague St. Williamsport, MD on Thursday, September 28, 2017 from 2:00-4:00 pm and from 6:00-8:00 pm. The funeral home will be open after 12:00 pm (noon) on Thursday for the convenience of family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at the Osborne Funeral Home 425 S. Conococheague St. Williamsport, MD on Friday, September 29, 2017 at 11:00 am with Pastor Thomas Hoffmaster officiating.  Interment will be in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park Hagerstown, MD.

Memorial donations may be made to: Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center 510 Butler Ave. Martinsburg, WV 25405

Online condolences may be made to the family at:

www.osbornefuneralhome.net

James Harding Everhart (River Jim)

January 28, 1941 – September 23, 2017

James Harding Everhart passed away peacefully on August 4, 2016. He was born on March 26, 1942 in Thomasville, NC to the late James Harding Sr. and Evelyn Lucille Russell Everhart. He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Shirley J. Everhart in 2010.

He was employed by Mack Truck of Hagerstown MD for 35 years until retiring in 1999. James was a member of Sons Squadron 38 in Falling Waters, WV and Potomac Post #202 American Legion, Williamsport, MD.

During his retirement he enjoyed fishing with his fishing club and spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his son Jeffrey Everhart and his wife Stacie of Williamsport, MD; son Randy Everhart of Martinsburg, WV; Daughter Julie Sheffield and her husband Richard of Thomasville, NC; son James R. Everhart of Falling Waters, WV; son Timothy Everhart and wife Alison of Martinsburg, WV; stepdaughter Rhonda Everhart of Thomasville, NC; stepdaughter Renita Butts and her husband Robby of Martinsburg, WV; brother Michael Everhart of Thomasville, NC; brother Jerry Everhart of Thomasville, NC; brother Freddie Everhart of Thomasville, NC; sister Kathy Doub of East Bend, NC; sister Sharon Clapp of Thomasville, NC; sister Betty Ann Miller of Lexington, NC; 8 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by a granddaughter Tiffany Everhart and a sister Joyce Sides.

Nelson Edward Martin

January 18, 1937 – November 20, 2013

Nelson Edward Martin, 76, of Falling Waters, W.Va., and formerly of Maugansville, Md., passed away Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013, at his home.

He was born Jan. 18, 1937, in Hagerstown, Md., to the late William Clinton and Thelma Virginia Mauck Martin.

He was a 1954 graduate of Hagerstown High School.

He was employed by Mack Trucks of Hagerstown for 30 years, until retiring in 1996.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

He was of the Protestant faith.

He was a member of AMVETS Post 38, Falling Waters; Elks 378, Hagerstown; Moose Lodge 120, Martinsburg, W.Va.; Conococheague Tribe 84 Improved Order of Red Men, Williamsport, Md.; and North River Hunting Club, Rio, W.Va.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Dorothy L. Davis Martin of Falling Waters; son, Steven Martin and his wife, Karen, of Westminster, Md; son, Gary Martin of Maugansville; granddaughter, Caitlin Martin of Westminster; grandson, Jeffrey Martin of Westminster; grandson, Kyler Martin of Maugansville; and granddaughter, Ashlyn Martin of Maugansville.

The family will receive friends at Osborne Funeral Home, 425 S. Conococheague St., Williamsport, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, from 6 to 8 p.m. The funeral home will be open after 1 p.m. Sunday for the convenience of family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Monday, Nov. 25, 2013, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Dick Snyder officiating. Interment will be in Rest Haven Cemetery, Hagerstown. Military graveside services will be conducted by AMVETS Post 10 and the Marine Corps League of Hagerstown.

Memorial donations may be made to AMVETS Post 38, 186 Boat Dock Drive, Falling Waters, WV 25419.

Howard Kenneth Cushwa, Sr.

September 25, 1920 – October 23, 2013

Howard Kenneth Cushwa, Sr., 93 of Falling Waters, WV, passed away at his home on October 23, 2013.

Born on September 25, 1920 in Martinsburg, WV; he was the son of the late Otha Howard and Pearl Donaldson Cushwa.

Ken graduated from Martinsburg High School in 1938 and joined the police force in 1943; however he had to take a leave of absence due to World War II. He became a marine serving the First Div. in Okinawa and was honorably discharged. After returning home, he continued his career with the police department and became interested in investigation. He attended the FBI National Police Academy specializing in fingerprinting and photography which led to the establishment of the first local police identification department in Northeastern West Virginia. Ken retired as Captain from the Police Department in 1966.


Ken worked for Hutzler Oil Company as Vice President and General Manager. He later started working for General Motors as a security guard. He purchased the FOP Club and ran it as the Potomac River Club until finally retiring in 1989.


He was an active member of the community helping to establish the Boys Club and coaching little league baseball. Ken was a Deacon at the First Presbyterian Church as well as Sunday School Superintendent and president of the Christian Endeavor.

Ken was an honorary member of the Rotary Club, member of the Lions Club, and life member of the Moose, Elks, VFW, FOP, and AM Vets clubs.
He is survived by 4 children; Howard Kenneth Cushwa Jr., Juanita Boarman, Eileen Simpson, and Deena Brown; brother; Harold Cushwa; 8 grandchildren; H.K Cushwa III, William B. Cushwa, Jenny Sutherland, William B. Stone, Bradley Boarman, Angelica Brown, Sam Simpson, and Manuel Simpson; and 12 great-grandchildren.In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 73 years, Norma Cushwa; brother; Donald Cushwa; and 2 sisters; Evelyn Kitchen and Mildred Roberson.Visitation will be held on Tuesday October 29th from 12-1 with funeral service at 1:00 at Rosedale Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Rosedale Cemetery.

Leland (Lee) J. Durfee

 September 2, 1946 – April 30, 2013

Lee was a U. S. Navy and ARNG veteran who served as a flight deck crew member on the USS Essex as a crew chief. His experience included heavy equipment operator in the construction industry, a park worker for the State of MD and an OSHA inspector for the Park Service. He was an AMVETS Past Commander, 1st Vice, 2nd Vice and 3rd Vice.

Lee’s final wishes were that there would be no funeral or formal Memorial Service. He wanted to be cremated and his ashes to be placed in a Jack Daniels bottle and deposited in the Chesapeake Bay.

As of this posting, no date for the cremation or the deposit of his ashes have been set.