Barbara Ann Stinnett
August 18, 1933 – July 20, 2019
Barbara A. Biesel Stinnett, 85, of River Breeze Farm, Prince Frederick, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at her home. Barbara was born August 18, 1933 in Chicago, IL, to Capt. William Biesel and his wife, Aileen Jacquith Biesel.
Her family moved to Washington, DC, and then to Calvert County where she graduated from Calvert High School. She attended the Maryland Institute of Art. She married Marvin “Buddy” Stinnett on April 7, 1951 at All Saints Church, Sunderland. He passed away in 1963, leaving Barbara to raise their four children, who she always felt were the greatest accomplishments of her life.
Barbara worked many jobs to support her family, including the Maryland State Treasurer’s Office, Wayson’s Bingo and Reverdy Hall Accounting Services. She was executive administrative aide to State Senator Roy P. Dyson. She was a prominent figure in Calvert County. She served on the Calvert County Fair Board and the Optimist Club of Calvert County. She was a member of the Calvert County Farm Bureau. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Arick L. Lore Unit 274. She was very proud of her commitment to the all-volunteer Calvert County Fire & Rescue Squads.
Barbara was always a Democrat. She often told people that her big brother’s godfather was Franklin D. Roosevelt and she considered herself to be a New Deal Democrat. She began her career in politics in 1986 when she won her race to become a Calvert County Commissioner. She served three terms, 1986-1990, 1998-2002, and 2006-2010. She served as president of the Calvert County Women’s Democratic Club and as secretary on the Maryland State Democratic Women’s Club.
When Barbara was not volunteering and helping someone, she enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends, especially her crew – Clara Mae Buckmaster, Mildred Burkman, Ethel Lou Bennett, Sue Buckmaster, Peggy Trott, Jessie Jo Bowen and Mary Fink. She loved the sound of trains. She was a friend to all and known as Mom-Mom to many. She was preceded in death by her husband, Buddy; brothers, William, Brian and Bruce Biesel, and Ray Heppenstall; grandson, Robert Buckmaster; and great-granddaughter, McKenna Goad.
She is survived by her children: Joyce (Jon) Baki of Lusby; Patti Stinnett of Prince Frederick; Cliff Stinnett of Owings; and Wesley (Vicki) Stinnett of Owings. Also surviving are her brother, David Barrie Biesel (Diane) of Haworth, NJ, and grandchildren: Erin Stinnett Ward of Huntingtown; Christy Wood Jones (Travis) of Ruther Glen, VA; Elizabeth Stinnett Fleming (Chris) of Nashville, Tennesee; Sabrina Stinnett (Brian Gillings) of Owings; Kenny and Kody Stinnett of Owings; Melissa Goad (Ken) of Noblesville, IN; Janel Baki (Danny) of St. Leonard; Leslie Ellis (Josh) of Huntingtown; and Jonny Baki of Severna Park. Also surviving are 18 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Her entire life was built around her family and friends. She will be missed by many.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to one of Calvert County’s Fire and Rescue Squads – Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department, North Beach Volunteer Fire Department, Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department, Prince Frederick Volunteer Fire Department, Prince Frederick Rescue Squad, St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department, and Solomons Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department; the Calvert County Fair Board; Optimist Club of Calvert County; or the American Legion Auxiliary Arick L. Lore Unit 274.
Visitation
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
&
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Services
- Funeral Service
Thursday, July 25, 2019
11:00 AM
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22 Jul 2019
3:27pm
To the Stinnett and Biesel families, Barbara was loved by many and will be greatly missed. A remarkable role model for young women growing up as I watched her as a young girl provide a great love for her children and other families. RIP Mrs. Stinnett! Prayers and much love sent to her children, extended family, and friends. Love, Debbie
City
Fredericksburg
State
VA
22 Jul 2019
8:54pm
Aunt Barbara you will be missed by so many people. You were their for us 4 children when my mother died and helped us through that very difficult time I will never forget that. You were a wonderful person. I love you and miss you.
City
Martinsburg
State
Wv
22 Jul 2019
9:14pm
I am so sorry for everyone lose. Wish I could be there. Ms. Stinnett was an amazing woman that always had a heart for the 1st responders, farmer, and Calvert county as a whole. She was a great and caring person. She will be missed. May she RIP. Prayers to all the family and friends.
City
Irmo
State
Sc
22 Jul 2019
11:30pm
My deepest condolences to Ms Barbara’s family on their loss. I always admired her love for her family and Calvert County. I always enjoyed talking with Ms Barbara and her knowledge of the county. She was a very loving and kind lady who will certainly be missed.
City
Prince Frederick
State
Maryland
23 Jul 2019
7:09pm
To The Stinnett and Biesel families,
What an amazing person and what a remarkable life. I feel so lucky that I got to know her.
Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
City
Lusby
State
MD
23 Jul 2019
9:08am
Lovely photo of a lovely, caring lady. My sincerest condolences to the family for the loss of one of Calvert County’s best. May she rest in peace and always be an inspiration to our next generation of leaders on how to place people first when governing.
Thanks for sharing your life and family with us all.
City
Lothian
State
Maryland
23 Jul 2019
10:43am
My sympathy to her family. Barbara was a friend to so many and loved Calvert County and her political affiliation to the max. RIP Barbara. Jenny Shelton, The Villages of Florida
City
The VillagesFl
State
Florida
23 Jul 2019
10:52am
My deepest condolences, to Patti and the entire family. Patti, you stood by your Mom all the way, and I am sure she is smiling down on you. She is there with Jessie Jo, and most likely having a laugh or two. Thank you and your family for sharing Barbara with us. She was the greatest supporter of the Fire and Rescue Service that we could of asked for over the years. As President of the Prince Frederick Rescue Squad, as well as her friend, ” Fly high Barbara, you have earned you wings well, and enjoy your view down on the farm.”
City
Clarke Rawlings
State
Maryland
23 Jul 2019
4:26pm
I remember when. You will be missed so very much.
City
WALDORF
State
MD
23 Jul 2019
10:37pm
Patti and Joyce I am so very sorry to hear about your mom my deepest condolences. Your mom was a wonderful person . Prayers to your family.
Love Mary and Dooie
City
Saint leonard
State
Maryland
24 Jul 2019
8:56am
please accept my condolences for your family’s loss..she was a loving and wonderful lady!!
City
gambrills
State
maryland
24 Jul 2019
8:58am
My deepest sympathy for the Stinnett family loss. My prayers will be for her and the entirefamily. She is know in good hands and will be forever more.
City
Brandywine
State
Maryland
24 Jul 2019
9:05am
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Barbara was one of those lovely people who was truly a pillar of the community. She was always there to volunteer in whatever capacity she was needed. She will be sorely missed. Barbara most definitely did leave a lasting positive mark in our world. Rest In Peace kind soul.
Donna Hoffmann
City
Port Republic
State
MD
24 Jul 2019
10:55am
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the Stinnet family. Barbara was truly one-of-a-kind. People come into your life when you feel like no one cares. Barbara was one of those people. We had gone to the Commissioners for help with a matter. Barbara came to our hone and personally took an interest in helping our family. I will forever hold her dear in my heart. No one cares like she cared. I enjoyed her stories of times past and her wisdom was truly priceless. She had more heartfelt initiative in her little finger than most people possess in their whole body. As she said “You have to get out there and talk to people to really know how to help them” truly words of wisdom. She will forever hold a special place in my heart. I love you Barbara.
City
Lusby
State
MD
25 Jul 2019
7:18am
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. She will forever be remembered for her love of Family and Culvert County. She will be missed by all.
City
Upper Marlboro
State
Maryland
26 Jul 2019
11:38am
Barbara will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
She was always a great advocate for the County and it’s heritage. During her time as Commissioner and her State position she always listened and took the extra effort to ask questions about how each decision would effect the Farmers and Watermen.
It was my privilege to sit beside her at many Ag Commission meetings. I will personally miss her.
City
Port Republic
State
Maryland
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To the Stinnett and Biesel families, Barbara was loved by many and will be greatly missed. A remarkable role model for young women growing up as I watched her as a young girl provide a great love for her children and other families. RIP Mrs. Stinnett! Prayers and much love sent to her children, extended family, and friends. Love, Debbie
Aunt Barbara you will be missed by so many people. You were their for us 4 children when my mother died and helped us through that very difficult time I will never forget that. You were a wonderful person. I love you and miss you.
I am so sorry for everyone lose. Wish I could be there. Ms. Stinnett was an amazing woman that always had a heart for the 1st responders, farmer, and Calvert county as a whole. She was a great and caring person. She will be missed. May she RIP. Prayers to all the family and friends.
My deepest condolences to Ms Barbara’s family on their loss. I always admired her love for her family and Calvert County. I always enjoyed talking with Ms Barbara and her knowledge of the county. She was a very loving and kind lady who will certainly be missed.
To The Stinnett and Biesel families,
What an amazing person and what a remarkable life. I feel so lucky that I got to know her.
Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Lovely photo of a lovely, caring lady. My sincerest condolences to the family for the loss of one of Calvert County’s best. May she rest in peace and always be an inspiration to our next generation of leaders on how to place people first when governing.
Thanks for sharing your life and family with us all.
My sympathy to her family. Barbara was a friend to so many and loved Calvert County and her political affiliation to the max. RIP Barbara. Jenny Shelton, The Villages of Florida
My deepest condolences, to Patti and the entire family. Patti, you stood by your Mom all the way, and I am sure she is smiling down on you. She is there with Jessie Jo, and most likely having a laugh or two. Thank you and your family for sharing Barbara with us. She was the greatest supporter of the Fire and Rescue Service that we could of asked for over the years. As President of the Prince Frederick Rescue Squad, as well as her friend, ” Fly high Barbara, you have earned you wings well, and enjoy your view down on the farm.”
I remember when. You will be missed so very much.
Patti and Joyce I am so very sorry to hear about your mom my deepest condolences. Your mom was a wonderful person . Prayers to your family.
Love Mary and Dooie
please accept my condolences for your family’s loss..she was a loving and wonderful lady!!
My deepest sympathy for the Stinnett family loss. My prayers will be for her and the entirefamily. She is know in good hands and will be forever more.
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Barbara was one of those lovely people who was truly a pillar of the community. She was always there to volunteer in whatever capacity she was needed. She will be sorely missed. Barbara most definitely did leave a lasting positive mark in our world. Rest In Peace kind soul.
Donna Hoffmann
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the Stinnet family. Barbara was truly one-of-a-kind. People come into your life when you feel like no one cares. Barbara was one of those people. We had gone to the Commissioners for help with a matter. Barbara came to our hone and personally took an interest in helping our family. I will forever hold her dear in my heart. No one cares like she cared. I enjoyed her stories of times past and her wisdom was truly priceless. She had more heartfelt initiative in her little finger than most people possess in their whole body. As she said “You have to get out there and talk to people to really know how to help them” truly words of wisdom. She will forever hold a special place in my heart. I love you Barbara.
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. She will forever be remembered for her love of Family and Culvert County. She will be missed by all.
Barbara will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
She was always a great advocate for the County and it’s heritage. During her time as Commissioner and her State position she always listened and took the extra effort to ask questions about how each decision would effect the Farmers and Watermen.
It was my privilege to sit beside her at many Ag Commission meetings. I will personally miss her.