Eleanor Louise Entzian, beloved wife of the late Albert Entzian, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, with loved ones by her side. Born on January 16, 1936, to the late Gail Ward and Nellie Elizabeth Austin of Severn, MD. Eleanor had seven siblings, John, Tim, Bud, Bob, Charles, Dick, and Mary Jane preceded her in death.
In her youth, Eleanor was a member of First Lutheran Church of Odenton. She attended Severn Elementary and Arundel High School, graduating in 1954. She married Albert in 1954, and the couple made their first home in Mitchellville, MD, where together they raised two sons, Gary and Donald, on the family farm. Eleanor’s career outside of the home began as a secretary for Westinghouse Electric Corporation. She began a career with Prince George’s County Schools as a substitute teacher, which led her to become a secretary for the school system. She was an administrative assistant for DC Society for Crippled Children & Adults and in later years, managing four rental properties kept Eleanor busy. She was Vice President for Bayside Homeowners Association, North Beach, during this time as well. Along with her husband, Albert, they owned Locust Lane Farm in Mitchellville. Eleanor was secretary and partner of their company with the love of her life. As a volunteer serving on the Board of Directors of Davidsonville Ruritan Club, Calvert Health Hospital Foundation Board and Mt. Zion UMC Breakfast Club, Eleanor had a direct impact on the community. In her spare time, she enjoyed her home, gardening and any outside household chores, precious time with family and friends, and helping others. A true disciple, Eleanor loved, praised, and served her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was an active member of Mt. Zion Methodist Church, Lothian. Eleanor’s husband of 66 years, Albert, passed away on June 8, 2020. She is survived by her sons, Gary (Tami) and Donald (Lynette), numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom she cherished and loved immensely.
“To everything there is a season and a purpose under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1
Donations in Eleanor’s name can be made to Mt. Zion United Methodist Church.
Tom Terry and the Terry Family
March 20 – Obituary: Eleanor Louise Entzian
Our thoughts are with the family and Eleanor’s friends. The Entzian family members were always the ones we could depend on as farm neighbors. Eleanor also was a great secretary for Catherine Terry when she was principal of Glenn Dale Elementary School. Cherish the memories.
Theresa Bottner
March 20 – Obituary: Eleanor Louise Entzian
Remembering Ms. Eleanor and sharing condolences with the Entzian family from the Bottner family. I could never express completely the depth of our admiration for Ms. Eleanor. As neighbors in the farming community during earlier years and continuing thru our lives, Ms. Eleanor’s positive impact on our family, the joy shared, respect and honor she carried was a blessing beyond measure. Ms. Eleanor was a compassionate, loving neighbor, always welcoming, greeting with a smile and ready for a good conversation, sharing sweet tea and something homemade. Although this is a time of sorrow, sadness and an emptiness, which will never be filled, its also a time to celebrate the blessings Ms. Eleanor’s life brought to the Bottner family and so many others. Her generosity, honesty, hard work and her faith filled life will be remembered and honored. I hope the Entzian family and those who loved Ms. Eleanor will see mom’s light shining upon them as she was an angel on earth and is now an angel in heaven. We are shedding tears along with the Entzian family, but know that the sorrow we feel will eventually be replaced with joyful memories of a life well lived. Sending love and prayers to the Entzian family during these challenging days. May Ms. Eleanor rest in peace with the love of her life…Mr. Albert.
Charlie and Teresa Seibel
March 12 – Obituary: Eleanor Louise Entzian
Ellie will be missed and wonderful smile also. She was always a happy person. We will miss her. But we know she is with our Lord and her savior Jesus.
Maria E Weyraugh
March 11 – Obituary: Eleanor Louise Entzian
Our sincere condolences to the Entzian family. Maria Weyraugh, Frieda Entzian-Weyraugh
Judy Semiklose
March 11 – Obituary: Eleanor Louise Entzian
I know this must be a difficult time for you and your family. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
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