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Where Heritage and Life are celebrated.

William Franklin Prochownik III

March 4, 1982- January 25, 2023

William Franklin Prochownik III (Bill), 40, died suddenly from aortic aneurysm January 25, 2023. He is survived by his parents Jeanne & William Prochownik of Huntingtown Md, sister Christina Prochownik of Charleston, SC, Aunt Joann & late Ricci Southerly, and aunt Kathy & Mike Rosier of Baltimore MD , and a host of cousins. Bill was predeceased by his beloved lab Sandy and uncle Raymond Prochownik. He was born March 4, 1982 in Baltimore MD but called Calvert County his home for 34 years. He graduated from Calvert High School in 2000 and was taking courses towards a paleontology degree at University of Maryland. As young children, Jeanne took Bill and his sister shark tooth hunting on the Chesapeake Bay. This nurtured his lifelong passion for paleontology, which he shared with everyone he met. He spent countless hours fossil hunting with his best friend Tee Smith and members from the fossil community from all over the country. Bill took pride in volunteering with Calvert Marine Museum, forging friendships that felt like family. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in memory of Bill to Calvert Marine Museum through a special link on their website http://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com

Following the Mass on Tuesday at Jesus the Divine Word, all are invited to a reception in the Church Hall.

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Visitation

Monday, January 30, 2023
5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.

Rausch Funeral Home-Owings

8325 Mt. Harmony Lane
Owings, MD 20736

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Services

  • Mass of Christian Burial

Tuesday, January 31, 2023
11:00 A.M.

Jesus the Divine Word Catholic Church

885 Cox Road
Huntingtown, MD 20639

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Interment

  • Inurnment
Thursday, February 2, 2023
11:00 A.M.

St. John Vianney Catholic Church Cemetery

105 Vianney Lane
Prince Frederick, MD 20678

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Contributions

Calvert Marine Museum – In Memory of Bill

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Link:
http://weblink.donorperfect.com/BillPMemorial

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    Walter Johns
    27 Jan 2023
    4:03pm

    Bill was like a brother I never had, I’m so so sad about this. Sending my love. – Walt

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    Diana Stoaks
    27 Jan 2023
    6:36pm

    So sorry for your loss. Unfortunately I will be out of town due to my fathers health and will not be able to attend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time of great sorrow. May the Lord hold you in the palm of his hand and comfort you and your family. God bless. Diana Stoaks

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    Prince Frederick
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    Md
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    Stephanie Reck
    27 Jan 2023
    10:34pm

    Bill was one of the first people we met eight years ago when we moved to Calvert, and my son worked with him at Bowen’s. Words can’t express how much we all enjoyed our visits with “Mr. Bill.” We will be praying for his family and all the many folks who counted him as a friend.—Bill, Stephanie, and Zachary Reck

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    Huntingtown
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    MD
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    Lynda Barbieri-Strain
    28 Jan 2023
    7:12am

    I am in disbelief. So very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers.

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    Prince Frederick
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    MD
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      Pedone Jeanette
      28 Jan 2023
      1:55pm

      Jeanne my heart us just broken for you. Keeping you and your family on my prayers

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      Huntingtown
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      MD
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    Stephen J Godfrey
    28 Jan 2023
    8:52am

    Bill was such a passionate volunteer paleontologist for our Department at the Calvert Marine Museum. We have lost a dear friend and gentle kindred spirit.

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    Solomons
    State
    Maryland
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      Susan Barrett
      28 Jan 2023
      4:22pm

      My heart hurts. I have known Billy since he was a young boy. We will miss him and pray God will surround Jean and Christina, and all their family and friends with loving peace.
      Prayers from our family to yours.

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      Owings
      State
      Md
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    Theresa Monnett Trott
    28 Jan 2023
    10:42am

    I remember Bill as Billy and he is still Billy to me. When Jeanne and family made Calvert County their home, I had the pleasure of greeting Christina and Billy into school at Huntingtown Elementary. They were two amazing awesome kids that had a love for learning. I believe Billy was coming into 1st grade and both he and Christina settled in like they had always been there. I lost track of them when they graduated out of Elementary School but reconnected when Billy started working at Gordon Bowen’s Store. I loved talking to Billy as he would tell me how he was doing and what future plans he was working towards. My Sincere Condolences to the family for the loss of such a wonderful loving son/brother. My heart is breaking for you all.
    Theresa Monnett Trott

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    Theresa M. Trott
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    Huntingtown, Md.
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    Hayley
    28 Jan 2023
    12:04pm

    I will forever miss hunting with you. Thank you for teaching me so much, and for your kindness. The fossil community will miss you so much.

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    Cocoa Beach
    State
    Fl
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    Donna McCrory
    28 Jan 2023
    8:12pm

    Our family is so sad to hear of the passing of William “Bill” I remember him at Huntingtown Elementary and of course remember how nice he was working at the deli/butcher shop at Bowen’s Grocery. He was always polite and kind. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. Our prayers are with you and your family.

    Donna & Alan McCrory & family
    Solomons MD

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    Solomon's
    State
    MD
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    Cory Deltrove
    29 Jan 2023
    3:20pm

    I only got to fossil hunt with Bill once but I had been looking forward to more trips with him. He modestly oozed with paleo knowledge. It was refreshing to spend time with someone so genuine. My heart aches for those who loved him.

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    Baltimore
    State
    Maryland
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    Sharon Fulton
    29 Jan 2023
    4:58pm

    Jeanne & Bill & Christina,

    So sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. Remember when he & our Billy were in Cub Scouts together.

    Condolences & sympathy,

    Sharon & Bob Fulton & family

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    HUNTINGTOWN
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    Maryland
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    Betsy Brooks Ury
    29 Jan 2023
    6:54pm

    Oh Jeanne, such sad news. I am so sorry. You are in my prayers.

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    Lusby
    State
    MD
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    Lori Hinds
    30 Jan 2023
    1:07pm

    I was shocked to hear of Bill’s passing. God had bigger plans for him. He gave so much of himself to others with his friendship and knowledge. I know my daughter Alaina enjoyed shark tooth hunting with him very much. He will always hold a place in our hearts. My sincere condolences to his parents, sister, and his dear friend Tee. 🙏

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Vicki
    30 Jan 2023
    7:46pm

    My deepest sympathy in the passing of your son. I met Billy years ago at Huntingtown VFD and also when he worked at Bowen’s. He was always kind and polite. Please know that he is now in God’s loving care and hope that this brings you some comfort in this difficult time.

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Gloria Della Washington
    31 Jan 2023
    8:21am

    We don’t expect to outlive our children. But only God “knows the day and time” of life and death. Am praying for you and your family.

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Gloria Della Washington
    31 Jan 2023
    8:45am

    My sympathies go out to you and your family. While we don’t expect to outlive our children, precious memories of their lives sprinkle upon us like flower petals.
    Praying for you all.

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Donald (D.J.) Morgan
    11 Feb 2023
    11:05am

    Bill was such a kind and thoughtful person. I feel so honored to have gotten to know him, and I will dearly miss him. I will cherish the memories I have of fossil collecting with Bill, and his great sense of humor and the kindness he extend to extended to everyone. He was truly a person that had a smile that brightened up a room. I extend my deepest condolences to his family and friends. I’m so very sorry for your loss.

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    Athens
    State
    Ohio
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Sort Comments

    Walter Johns
    27 Jan 2023
    4:03pm

    Bill was like a brother I never had, I’m so so sad about this. Sending my love. – Walt

    save
    City
    Ijamsville
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Diana Stoaks
    27 Jan 2023
    6:36pm

    So sorry for your loss. Unfortunately I will be out of town due to my fathers health and will not be able to attend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time of great sorrow. May the Lord hold you in the palm of his hand and comfort you and your family. God bless. Diana Stoaks

    save
    City
    Prince Frederick
    State
    Md
    Reply
    Stephanie Reck
    27 Jan 2023
    10:34pm

    Bill was one of the first people we met eight years ago when we moved to Calvert, and my son worked with him at Bowen’s. Words can’t express how much we all enjoyed our visits with “Mr. Bill.” We will be praying for his family and all the many folks who counted him as a friend.—Bill, Stephanie, and Zachary Reck

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Lynda Barbieri-Strain
    28 Jan 2023
    7:12am

    I am in disbelief. So very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers.

    save
    City
    Prince Frederick
    State
    MD
    Reply
      Pedone Jeanette
      28 Jan 2023
      1:55pm

      Jeanne my heart us just broken for you. Keeping you and your family on my prayers

      save
      City
      Huntingtown
      State
      MD
      Reply
    Stephen J Godfrey
    28 Jan 2023
    8:52am

    Bill was such a passionate volunteer paleontologist for our Department at the Calvert Marine Museum. We have lost a dear friend and gentle kindred spirit.

    save
    City
    Solomons
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
      Susan Barrett
      28 Jan 2023
      4:22pm

      My heart hurts. I have known Billy since he was a young boy. We will miss him and pray God will surround Jean and Christina, and all their family and friends with loving peace.
      Prayers from our family to yours.

      save
      City
      Owings
      State
      Md
      Reply
    Theresa Monnett Trott
    28 Jan 2023
    10:42am

    I remember Bill as Billy and he is still Billy to me. When Jeanne and family made Calvert County their home, I had the pleasure of greeting Christina and Billy into school at Huntingtown Elementary. They were two amazing awesome kids that had a love for learning. I believe Billy was coming into 1st grade and both he and Christina settled in like they had always been there. I lost track of them when they graduated out of Elementary School but reconnected when Billy started working at Gordon Bowen’s Store. I loved talking to Billy as he would tell me how he was doing and what future plans he was working towards. My Sincere Condolences to the family for the loss of such a wonderful loving son/brother. My heart is breaking for you all.
    Theresa Monnett Trott

    save
    City
    Theresa M. Trott
    State
    Huntingtown, Md.
    Reply
    Hayley
    28 Jan 2023
    12:04pm

    I will forever miss hunting with you. Thank you for teaching me so much, and for your kindness. The fossil community will miss you so much.

    save
    City
    Cocoa Beach
    State
    Fl
    Reply
    Donna McCrory
    28 Jan 2023
    8:12pm

    Our family is so sad to hear of the passing of William “Bill” I remember him at Huntingtown Elementary and of course remember how nice he was working at the deli/butcher shop at Bowen’s Grocery. He was always polite and kind. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. Our prayers are with you and your family.

    Donna & Alan McCrory & family
    Solomons MD

    save
    City
    Solomon's
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Cory Deltrove
    29 Jan 2023
    3:20pm

    I only got to fossil hunt with Bill once but I had been looking forward to more trips with him. He modestly oozed with paleo knowledge. It was refreshing to spend time with someone so genuine. My heart aches for those who loved him.

    save
    City
    Baltimore
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Sharon Fulton
    29 Jan 2023
    4:58pm

    Jeanne & Bill & Christina,

    So sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. Remember when he & our Billy were in Cub Scouts together.

    Condolences & sympathy,

    Sharon & Bob Fulton & family

    save
    City
    HUNTINGTOWN
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Betsy Brooks Ury
    29 Jan 2023
    6:54pm

    Oh Jeanne, such sad news. I am so sorry. You are in my prayers.

    save
    City
    Lusby
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Lori Hinds
    30 Jan 2023
    1:07pm

    I was shocked to hear of Bill’s passing. God had bigger plans for him. He gave so much of himself to others with his friendship and knowledge. I know my daughter Alaina enjoyed shark tooth hunting with him very much. He will always hold a place in our hearts. My sincere condolences to his parents, sister, and his dear friend Tee. 🙏

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Vicki
    30 Jan 2023
    7:46pm

    My deepest sympathy in the passing of your son. I met Billy years ago at Huntingtown VFD and also when he worked at Bowen’s. He was always kind and polite. Please know that he is now in God’s loving care and hope that this brings you some comfort in this difficult time.

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Gloria Della Washington
    31 Jan 2023
    8:21am

    We don’t expect to outlive our children. But only God “knows the day and time” of life and death. Am praying for you and your family.

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Gloria Della Washington
    31 Jan 2023
    8:45am

    My sympathies go out to you and your family. While we don’t expect to outlive our children, precious memories of their lives sprinkle upon us like flower petals.
    Praying for you all.

    save
    City
    Huntingtown
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Donald (D.J.) Morgan
    11 Feb 2023
    11:05am

    Bill was such a kind and thoughtful person. I feel so honored to have gotten to know him, and I will dearly miss him. I will cherish the memories I have of fossil collecting with Bill, and his great sense of humor and the kindness he extend to extended to everyone. He was truly a person that had a smile that brightened up a room. I extend my deepest condolences to his family and friends. I’m so very sorry for your loss.

    save
    City
    Athens
    State
    Ohio
    Reply

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