Hagner Reid Mister
December 20, 1934 – December 26, 2024
Hagner R. Mister passed away at home on December 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Hagner was born on December 20, 1934, the oldest of eight children born to Norman and Margaret Horsmon Mister. A life-long Calvert County resident, Hagner enjoyed growing up in the village of Barstow, his home of over 83 years.
After high school graduation, Hagner began work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Soil Conservation Service. He assisted farmers with erosion control and particularly enjoyed designing farm ponds. After retirement from the federal government, Hagner was elected to the Board of County Commissioners for two terms. He was then appointed Deputy Secretary of the Maryland Department of Agriculture in 1998, and he served as Secretary of the Maryland Department of Agriculture from 2001 – 2003. As a lifelong farmer, Hagner was committed to the agricultural community. Whenever he was asked his occupation, he would always answer, “farmer.”
Hagner loved Calvert County and its people, as evidenced by his years of public service. He joined the Maryland National Guard in 1952 and later served in the Army Reserves. He served on the Calvert County Board of Education from 1973 to 1982, the Calvert County Democratic Central Committee from 2006 to 2022, the Prince Frederick Methodist Cemetery Corporation for 52 years, the Calvert County Historical Society, the Calvert County Land Preservation Board, Calvert County Farmland Trust, the Board of Directors of Asbury Solomons retirement community, and the Board of Directors of the Calvert Nursing Center. He was an active, lifelong member of the United Methodist Church, first joining Asbury Methodist Church as a boy and transferring to Trinity United Methodist Church when it opened in 1955.
Hagner is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 69 years, Helen Ann; his children, Carolyn Hobbs (William), Sherri Kennedy (James, deceased), Mark Mister(Dawn); six grandchildren, Matthew Hobbs (Susan), Katie Wingate (Jeremy), Jason DeLizio, Julie Kennedy, Jordan Mister and Cody Mister; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers, Joseph and Wayne; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, and his siblings Margaret Ann Hancock, John William Mister, Sr., Lillie Mae Richardson, James Ronald Mister and June Diane Jones.
Visitation
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Services
- Funeral Service
Thursday, January 2, 2025
11:00 AM
Contributions
Hospice of the Chesapeake
90 Ritchie Highway
Pasadena, MD 21122
410-987-2003
Condolences
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27 Dec 2024
2:22pm
A true personal friend and leader for our county.
Mike Combs
City
Prince Frederick
State
Maryland
27 Dec 2024
3:28pm
He truly was a Calvert County icon so sorry to hear this.
Condolences and prayers to his family and friends.
City
Prince Frederick
State
MD
27 Dec 2024
7:17pm
He was such a gentleman in the truest sense. Gentle and smart and caring and funny. I will miss him dearly. I always looked forward to his call around election time and I was always willing to help however I could, because he was Mister Mister. RIP, dear man. Condolences to his wonderful family.
City
Prince Frederick
State
MD
27 Dec 2024
7:44pm
My deepest condolences to the family. He was a good man with a heart to serve
City
Hanover
State
PA
27 Dec 2024
8:36pm
So sorry to hear of his passing. But what a wonderful giving life. He was such a true gentleman. God bless. Sincerely, Denise Cherry
City
Huntingtown
State
MD
28 Dec 2024
3:40am
I was fortunate enough to enjoy hearing him tell me about the old days in Calvert County, being on his farm, and of course over at the barn in September when it was sweet potato time of the year. A great Southern Maryland gentlemen who will truly be missed, may you rest in peace.
City
Prince Frederick
State
Maryland
28 Dec 2024
1:26pm
A wonderful role model. He loved his family and friends and was always available to help anyone who needed help. His smile was from his heart and one we will never forget. He will be missed. We are fortunate and blessed to have had him on our lives.
City
Huntingtown
State
MD
29 Dec 2024
6:46am
I had the honor of serving on the Calvert County Democratic Central Committee with Hagner for about six years. He mentored me as he was a native and I was relatively new to the county. He shared his love of family, the county and the court, his astute sense of responsibility given the multitude of leadership positions he held, and his love of agriculture demonstrating that firm farmer’s resolve to get things done come rain or shine. I will miss him.
City
Solomons
State
Md
29 Dec 2024
6:53am
Rarely does an individual give so much of their time and of themselves in service to their community. I was fortunate to have worked closely with Hagner for four years on behalf of Calvert County in the mid ‘90’s. His love for the people and, in particular, the agricultural community, was unmatched. Job well done, Hagner!
City
North Beach
State
Maryland
29 Dec 2024
10:37am
My sincere Condolences and prayers to the family I also had the honor to serve 8 years with Hagner on the BOCC and were some of the best years of my life. I will miss you my friend. Rest in peace.
City
St. Leonard
State
Md.
29 Dec 2024
8:13pm
Another good old boy of Barstow. Loved talking to him. Brought me sweet potato’s every year. Been friends all my life. To Wayne and the family please let me know if you need anything. Rest in peace my friend. Clarke
City
Barstow
State
Md
30 Dec 2024
12:50pm
I say good by to a good friend RIP gone but not forgotten
City
Prince Frederick
State
Md.
30 Dec 2024
6:40pm
Good bye Hagner, until we meet again. Our friendship has survived nine decades. You served the people of Calvert County and the State of Maryland with purpose and kindness. It was my pleasure to share this life with you as a great friend. RIP Hagner.
City
Solomons
State
MD
30 Dec 2024
8:35pm
Sweet guy, with a warm heart! Sending the family my sincere condolences and prayers~
City
Annapolis
State
Maryland
31 Dec 2024
9:16am
Very sad to hear of Hagner’s passing. He was a fine public servant and an excellent person. As editor of the Calvert Independent for nine years I had interactions with him on many occasions. Rest in peace.
City
Clements
State
MD
1 Jan 2025
2:46pm
We are so sorry for your loss. He was truly a leader in our community. He will be missed, prayers for you and your family🙏🙏
City
Prince Frrderick
State
Md
2 Jan 2025
3:53am
Gave me my first job in Calvert County, at the Soil Conservation Service. So glad I got to know Hagner and his family. Good people. He is a good man that will surely be missed. Helen Ann and family, so sorry for your loss. If I can help in any way, don’t hesitate to call.
GOD BLESS
Mark and Patti Walter
City
PRINCE FREDERICK
State
MD
2 Jan 2025
10:46am
Sending prayers to the family. He had done so much for Calvert County.
City
Chesapeake Beach
State
MD
Sort Comments
A true personal friend and leader for our county.
Mike Combs
He truly was a Calvert County icon so sorry to hear this.
Condolences and prayers to his family and friends.
He was such a gentleman in the truest sense. Gentle and smart and caring and funny. I will miss him dearly. I always looked forward to his call around election time and I was always willing to help however I could, because he was Mister Mister. RIP, dear man. Condolences to his wonderful family.
My deepest condolences to the family. He was a good man with a heart to serve
So sorry to hear of his passing. But what a wonderful giving life. He was such a true gentleman. God bless. Sincerely, Denise Cherry
I was fortunate enough to enjoy hearing him tell me about the old days in Calvert County, being on his farm, and of course over at the barn in September when it was sweet potato time of the year. A great Southern Maryland gentlemen who will truly be missed, may you rest in peace.
A wonderful role model. He loved his family and friends and was always available to help anyone who needed help. His smile was from his heart and one we will never forget. He will be missed. We are fortunate and blessed to have had him on our lives.
I had the honor of serving on the Calvert County Democratic Central Committee with Hagner for about six years. He mentored me as he was a native and I was relatively new to the county. He shared his love of family, the county and the court, his astute sense of responsibility given the multitude of leadership positions he held, and his love of agriculture demonstrating that firm farmer’s resolve to get things done come rain or shine. I will miss him.
Rarely does an individual give so much of their time and of themselves in service to their community. I was fortunate to have worked closely with Hagner for four years on behalf of Calvert County in the mid ‘90’s. His love for the people and, in particular, the agricultural community, was unmatched. Job well done, Hagner!
My sincere Condolences and prayers to the family I also had the honor to serve 8 years with Hagner on the BOCC and were some of the best years of my life. I will miss you my friend. Rest in peace.
Another good old boy of Barstow. Loved talking to him. Brought me sweet potato’s every year. Been friends all my life. To Wayne and the family please let me know if you need anything. Rest in peace my friend. Clarke
I say good by to a good friend RIP gone but not forgotten
Good bye Hagner, until we meet again. Our friendship has survived nine decades. You served the people of Calvert County and the State of Maryland with purpose and kindness. It was my pleasure to share this life with you as a great friend. RIP Hagner.
Sweet guy, with a warm heart! Sending the family my sincere condolences and prayers~
Very sad to hear of Hagner’s passing. He was a fine public servant and an excellent person. As editor of the Calvert Independent for nine years I had interactions with him on many occasions. Rest in peace.
We are so sorry for your loss. He was truly a leader in our community. He will be missed, prayers for you and your family🙏🙏
Gave me my first job in Calvert County, at the Soil Conservation Service. So glad I got to know Hagner and his family. Good people. He is a good man that will surely be missed. Helen Ann and family, so sorry for your loss. If I can help in any way, don’t hesitate to call.
GOD BLESS
Mark and Patti Walter
Sending prayers to the family. He had done so much for Calvert County.