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Donald Miles “Don” McDermid

August 28, 1927- March 10, 2020

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Donald Miles “Don” McDermid, 92, of Chesapeake Beach passed away March 10, 2020 at his home surrounded by family. He was born August 28, 1927 in Washington, D.C. to George Miles and Sadie Agnes Bottomley McDermid. Don was raised in D.C. and graduated from Eastern High School. He joined the United States Army on October 11, 1950 and was honorably discharged on October 11, 1952, having obtained the Occupational Medal for his service in Germany. Don married Anna Jeanne Spaight on March 2, 1952. Anna passed away in 1997 and Don married Rita Mae Grierson on July 3, 1999. He was employed as a draftsman with Washington Gas Company for over 40 years. Don was an active member of the Potomac River Jazz Club, North Beach Union Church, and the Stallings-Williams American Legion Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach. Don had a great love for knowledge and Chesapeake Bay history. On August 12, 1955 a schooner named The Marvel sunk off the shore of North Beach and Don and other members of the community helped rescue survivors and provided care for those who were injured. Don had the ability to fix everything, he enjoyed working on cars, going to the beach, fishing, and being on the water.

Don was preceded in death by his first spouse Anna Jeanne McDermid. He is survived by his current spouse Rita Mae McDermid of Chesapeake Beach, daughters Pamela Hartman and her husband Joseph of Laurel and April McDermid of Lanham, stepchildren Raymond Grierson of North Beach, Edward “Eddie” Grierson of North Beach, Nancy Grierson Baker and her husband Matthew of Westerville, OH, Veronica “Ronnie” Grierson Oursler and her husband Mark of North Beach, and Debbie  Grierson Benton and husband Craig of West Virginia. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

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Visitation

Sunday, March 15, 2020
12 Noon – 3:00 PM

Rausch Funeral Home-Owings

8325 Mt. Harmony Lane
Owings, MD 20736

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Services

  • Funeral Service

Monday, March 16, 2020
11:00 AM

Rausch Funeral Home-Owings

8325 Mt. Harmony Lane
Owings, MD 20736

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Interment

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Ft. Lincoln Cemetery

3401 Bladensburg Road
Brentwood, MD 20722

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Contributions

Calvert Hospice

P.O. Box 838
Prince Frederick, MD 20678

410-535-0892

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Link:
https://calverthospice.org/

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    Patricia A McCoy
    11 Mar 2020
    6:01pm

    Rita I am so sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with you.

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    Darlene Grierson
    11 Mar 2020
    8:25pm

    Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless Don’s family and friends.

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    Cheryl Lehr
    12 Mar 2020
    5:23pm

    Dearest April,
    May God wrap you and your family with His love and comfort during this difficult time. Sending you my continued prayers and hugs.
    Cheryl Lehr

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    Miriam ARCE
    12 Mar 2020
    10:59pm

    Pam….I’m so sorry for your lost. But now he is in heaven happy,….I understand your pain I was and that pain God nless you and yuor family….with love . Miriam and family

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      Patti Graninger
      14 Mar 2020
      9:36am

      To the Family of Don ~
      Working with “Mac” at Washington Gas, was a pleasure. He was a smart, talented man, fun to be around, always happy to help when needed. He was loved by many and left many a lot of good memories.
      May your Memories bring you all Comfort and Strength.
      May God bring his Soul to Everlasting Life and grant him Eternal Rest.

      Blessings to ALL
      Patti Graninger
      Washington Gas
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    Linda Klein
    15 Mar 2020
    11:24am

    Aunt Rita…..Harry and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. 💖💖

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    Patricia A McCoy
    11 Mar 2020
    6:01pm

    Rita I am so sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with you.

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    Darlene Grierson
    11 Mar 2020
    8:25pm

    Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless Don’s family and friends.

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    Cheryl Lehr
    12 Mar 2020
    5:23pm

    Dearest April,
    May God wrap you and your family with His love and comfort during this difficult time. Sending you my continued prayers and hugs.
    Cheryl Lehr

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    Laurel
    State
    Maryland
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    Miriam ARCE
    12 Mar 2020
    10:59pm

    Pam….I’m so sorry for your lost. But now he is in heaven happy,….I understand your pain I was and that pain God nless you and yuor family….with love . Miriam and family

    save
    City
    GAITHERSBURG
    State
    Maryland
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      Patti Graninger
      14 Mar 2020
      9:36am

      To the Family of Don ~
      Working with “Mac” at Washington Gas, was a pleasure. He was a smart, talented man, fun to be around, always happy to help when needed. He was loved by many and left many a lot of good memories.
      May your Memories bring you all Comfort and Strength.
      May God bring his Soul to Everlasting Life and grant him Eternal Rest.

      Blessings to ALL
      Patti Graninger
      Washington Gas
      Quarter Century Club

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      Frankford
      State
      DE
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    Linda Klein
    15 Mar 2020
    11:24am

    Aunt Rita…..Harry and I are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. 💖💖

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    North Beach
    State
    Maryland
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