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Josephine Robey Martin

June 24, 1927- February 14, 2020

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Josephine Robey Martin, 92, of Huntingtown passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, o February 14, 2020 at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House. Josephine was born on June 24, 1927, in Washington, D.C. to Grover C. and Annie (Middlecoff) Robey. Josephine was one of 17 children, which included five sets of twins. Josephine was a homemaker for her family but was also a babysitter for anyone that asked. She loved children, especially babies. She was Mama Jo to some and Granny to many.

Josephine was a long-time volunteer at the Ladies of Charity Food Pantry in North Beach, Maryland, up until she became ill in May. She was an avid sports fan and loved cheering on the Washington Redskins and Washington Nationals. She was happy to see the Nationals win their first World Series in 2019. Other hobbies included crocheting and cooking. Her greatest joy in life was her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Josephine was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Martin, sons Timmie and Michael Martin, granddaughter Lisa Swann, and 15 of her siblings. Josephine is survived by her children, Gerri (Dana) Brewer of Shallotte, NC, Carol Swann (Dave Wilson) of Owings, MD, Lois (Donald) Canada of Huntingtown, MD, Celie (Skip) Stortzum of Myrtle Beach, SC, Mary (Steve) Lear of Gettysburg, PA, and Charlie (Debbie) Martin of Huntingtown, MD, grandchildren Tracy Gallagher, Sharon Dobson, Laura Hurst, Kim Canada, Michelle Swann, Joey Gegor, Jamie Palmer, Donnie Canada, Christine Martin, Mikey Martin, and Jessica Palmer, and her great-grandchildren Melissa, Ryan, and Emily Brown, Jordan Hernandez, Zack Dobson, Jack Gallagher, Jenna Dobson, Grayson Gegor, Josephine and Lincoln Palmer, Colton Canada, Mikey Martin III, and Maddie Canada. Josephine is also survived by her twin sister, Genevieve Ahern, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations in Josephine’s name be made to Calvert Hospice, PO Box 838, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.

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Visitation

Friday, February 21, 2020
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Rausch Funeral Home-Owings

8325 Mt. Harmony Lane
Owings, MD 20736

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Services

  • Mass of Christian Burial

Saturday, February 22, 2020
10:30 AM

Jesus the Divine Word Catholic Church

885 Cox Road
Huntingtown, MD 20639

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Interment

  • Burial

Southern Memorial Gardens

10155 Ward Road
Dunkirk, MD 20754

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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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    Lisa Seminara
    17 Feb 2020
    11:58am

    To the Martin Family,
    Words are so inadequate at this time. May the comfort of family and friends be your strength now and in the days ahead.
    Our prayers are with you all.
    The Seminara Family

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    Michael & Carol A
    17 Feb 2020
    12:10pm

    We are sad to hear of the passing of Mrs Martin. She was a living institution. But we rejoice in her long and fulfilling life.
    We know she will be missed and there will be many fond memories. We will keep her and all of you in our prayers.

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    Sam Baldea
    17 Feb 2020
    12:29pm

    Many memories with Aunt Jo, especially visiting her with Nanny and Grandpop.
    Prayers for all her family, it’s never easy but always remember the good times.

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    Geraldine Brewer
    17 Feb 2020
    1:39pm

    Mom, I dot’t know how I will get by without speaking to you every day as was our custom, I will miss you forever.
    Love Gerri & Dana

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    Rita W.
    17 Feb 2020
    4:07pm

    Mrs. Martin was a hard working lady with a kind word for everyone. She was funny and wise and will be greatly missed by everyone who ever knew her. Martin family, may the legacy of your mother’s beautiful life continue to be a blessing to you all.

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    SHARON Newman
    17 Feb 2020
    8:28pm

    Sending deepest thought and lifted prayers.

    Sending our love,
    Shaton Newman and family

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    Michael Swann
    17 Feb 2020
    8:48pm

    Such sadness now. Our sympathies to the entire family and legion of friends and admirers. She touched so many, and we are all better for it. Love always.

    Mike and Debbie Swann.

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    Frances Smith
    18 Feb 2020
    10:08am

    Josephine Martin was one of the hardest workers at the Pantry and was a kind, honest, and knew quite a bit of information re: all aspects of the procedures there. I have thought about her off and on for years. I know she is with our Father in Heaven now. God bless her!

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    Peggy McKelly
    19 Feb 2020
    7:59pm

    Josie was a real inspiration. I met her when I started volunteering at the Food Pantry. She was very devoted to the work of the Food Pantry. Prayers for her and the extended family.

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    Ann Ahern Hanson
    20 Feb 2020
    1:22pm

    Aunt Jo – Mom, Jody, Kevin and I will certainly miss you. You were a special Mom to me. I will certainly miss you and have so many memories of you. I know Mom will certainly miss you too. Love you Aunt Jo. You will always be remembered. I know my Dad and Uncle Fred will look over you in heaven.

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    Lisa Seminara
    17 Feb 2020
    11:58am

    To the Martin Family,
    Words are so inadequate at this time. May the comfort of family and friends be your strength now and in the days ahead.
    Our prayers are with you all.
    The Seminara Family

    save
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    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Michael & Carol A
    17 Feb 2020
    12:10pm

    We are sad to hear of the passing of Mrs Martin. She was a living institution. But we rejoice in her long and fulfilling life.
    We know she will be missed and there will be many fond memories. We will keep her and all of you in our prayers.

    save
    City
    Glendale
    State
    AZ
    Reply
    Sam Baldea
    17 Feb 2020
    12:29pm

    Many memories with Aunt Jo, especially visiting her with Nanny and Grandpop.
    Prayers for all her family, it’s never easy but always remember the good times.

    save
    City
    Selma
    State
    Texas
    Reply
    Geraldine Brewer
    17 Feb 2020
    1:39pm

    Mom, I dot’t know how I will get by without speaking to you every day as was our custom, I will miss you forever.
    Love Gerri & Dana

    nenington.ach enenin

    save
    City
    Shallotte
    State
    North Carolina
    Reply
    Rita W.
    17 Feb 2020
    4:07pm

    Mrs. Martin was a hard working lady with a kind word for everyone. She was funny and wise and will be greatly missed by everyone who ever knew her. Martin family, may the legacy of your mother’s beautiful life continue to be a blessing to you all.

    save
    City
    Stafford
    State
    VA
    Reply
    SHARON Newman
    17 Feb 2020
    8:28pm

    Sending deepest thought and lifted prayers.

    Sending our love,
    Shaton Newman and family

    save
    City
    Gettysburg
    State
    Pa
    Reply
    Michael Swann
    17 Feb 2020
    8:48pm

    Such sadness now. Our sympathies to the entire family and legion of friends and admirers. She touched so many, and we are all better for it. Love always.

    Mike and Debbie Swann.

    save
    City
    Dunkirk
    State
    Md.
    Reply
    Frances Smith
    18 Feb 2020
    10:08am

    Josephine Martin was one of the hardest workers at the Pantry and was a kind, honest, and knew quite a bit of information re: all aspects of the procedures there. I have thought about her off and on for years. I know she is with our Father in Heaven now. God bless her!

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Peggy McKelly
    19 Feb 2020
    7:59pm

    Josie was a real inspiration. I met her when I started volunteering at the Food Pantry. She was very devoted to the work of the Food Pantry. Prayers for her and the extended family.

    save
    City
    Chesapeake Beach
    State
    Md
    Reply
    Ann Ahern Hanson
    20 Feb 2020
    1:22pm

    Aunt Jo – Mom, Jody, Kevin and I will certainly miss you. You were a special Mom to me. I will certainly miss you and have so many memories of you. I know Mom will certainly miss you too. Love you Aunt Jo. You will always be remembered. I know my Dad and Uncle Fred will look over you in heaven.

    save
    City
    Springfield
    State
    VA
    Reply

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