Mary Dowell Herring, 65, of Prince Frederick, MD passed away on February 28th, 2024. She was born in Calvert County on September 23rd, 1958 to James Leroy Dowell and Margaret Stevens Dowell of Sunderland, MD.
Mary was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved animals, the outdoors, attending sports games to support her family, and music. She was introverted by nature and typically content to be in the background, but loved to see others smile. Later in life she aspired to start a petting zoo, and really helped bring her family farm to life through her passion for animals.
Mary is survived by her sister, Dr. Margaret Lee Dowell, brother, James Leroy Dowell, Jr. and wife Jennifer, husband Warren Mark Herring, daughter Dawn Herring Shilkoski and husband John, daughter Dr. Molly Margaret Herring, son Warren Mark Herring, Jr., granddaughter Tara Lynne Herring, and grandson John Warren Shilkoski. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, James Leroy Dowell and Margaret Stevens Dowell.
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Novonne G Coates
March 12 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
Praise the Lord Warren and family,
On behalf of the Cook family we send our condolences for your loss. We are praying God comfort and strength you to endure all the day ahead. God is greatest comforter we can have in the time of sorrow.
We are here if you need us. Just a phone call ahead. Continue to hold to God’s unchanging hand. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength. ”
Mr.Cook and Family
Nancy McKenzie
March 10 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
I would like to send my deepest condolences to the family. My uncle, Bourne Howes, was treated like a brother by Mary’s father, and I have known the family since childhood. I will make sure to tell my mother. I am so sorry.
Makayla Trilli - The Crabby Mare
March 5 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
Warren,
We are so sorry to hear about your wife’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences your way ❤️
Steve and Deb Watson
March 5 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
We are so very sorry and sad to hear of Mary’s passing. May all the fond and loving memories of Mary keep her always close in your hearts. We cherish so many memories of our youth together, and pray for God’s peace for all her loved ones.
With love and prayers,
Deb and Steve Watson
Jameel Durrani
March 5 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
So Sad to hear about your loss.
May her sole rest in peace, and God bless you and family with peace and patience to bear this loss.
jim english
March 5 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
Warren, so sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Jim English- Peach Bottom
Homa Matin
March 5 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
I am deeply sorry Dawn to hear about the passing of your Mom. The loss of a parent leaves a void that words cannot fill. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. May her memory bring you peace.
Lynne Steele
March 3 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. May memories flood your hearts and comfort you. May you feel her love when you look at each other who she loved in her quiet and deep way.
Aleta,Martha and Frances
March 3 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
I’m so sorry Margaret to hear of the passing of your sister Mary .You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers dear.
Christina Zingarini
March 3 – Obituary: Mary Dowell Herring
Our sincere condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. With much love, Chris & Marc Zingarini
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