Leslie Marie Kerig
May 21, 1953 ~ September 25, 2010
Services:
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 12 Noon in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home chapel with Fr. Stephen Carter officiating. Interment will be private.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 11:00 AM until 12 Noon in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home chapel.
Leslie Marie Kerig, 57, of Ridge, MD, died Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the St. Mary’s Hospice House from complications following surgery. Leslie was born in Cumberland, MD on May 21, 1953, the first child of Joseph D. and Ruth Lee Carter. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s Academy, Leonardtown, MD, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, St. Mary’s City, MD and received her Master’s Degree in history from Goddard College, VT with study focusing on the Vietnam War. Leslie married George Robert Kerig on September 6, 1976, in Our Lady’s Church, Leonardtown, MD. Her proudest achievement was her accomplished daughter Erin. George Robert and Leslie Kerig retired to Ridge, MD in 2005 after 30 years of residence in Alexandria, VA. Leslie had a 25 year career with the Catholic Diocese of Arlington teaching at St. Thomas More Cathedral School and Bishop Denis J. O’Connell High School. She taught pottery for several years at the Mount Vernon Recreation Center for the City of Alexandria, VA. In retirement, Leslie was a costumed interpreter for historic St. Mary’s City, Maryland. Leslie is survived by her husband, George Robert Kerig of Ridge, MD, their daughter Erin M. Nielsen, her husband Ben and their three children Emma, Jake, and Abigail of Lorton, VA, her mother Ruth Lee Carter of Leonardtown, MD, and her sister Mary Karen Newstadt of Palmyra, PA, as well as brothers in law, sisters in law and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews located throughout the United States. She is predeceased by her father, Joseph D. Carter, 1985. The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 11:00-12:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home chapel with a Memorial Service at 12:00PM with Fr. Stephen Carter officiating. Donations may be made in memory of Leslie Marie Kerig to the Ridge Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 456, Ridge, MD 20680 or Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“George, So sorry for your loss. Will see you Sat. Love Bill.”
“This is quite a shock. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. All of us here at the Holiday Inn Express, Prince Frederick, MD will miss her dearly.”
“There are no words to describe this loss of one so close to you, you are all in my prayers.”
“To Leslie’s family, her mom and sister; Our sincere sympathies. Take solace that she is in a better place today at peace with the Lord.”
“We will miss being with you: The lunches out, and the visits to your house. Tally will never forget going to Point Lookout for a swim.”
“So sorry to hear the sad news about Leslie. Chuck and I send our deepest sympathies to you and all your family. Joan “
“I am so sorry for your loss. May you find some peace and comfort during these very sad days. “
“” Oh my, Leslie’s passing is such sad news. Marcie, Jonathan, Lacy and I pass along our best and hope to see you soon.” “
“We were so happy you had moved back to the County so we could spend more time together. We were enjoying renewing our friendship. I will miss her terribly.”
“Bobby, We were saddend to hear of Leslie’s passing. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. “
“We were saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers.”
“So very sorry to hear of the news. I pray God will comfort you and help you during this difficult time. “
“George, our hearts are saddened by your loss. Leslie was a wonderful wife, excellent mother, a great friend and an incredible teacher. She was an inspiration to many people. We will always remember yours and Leslie’s kindness when Bob passed away many years ago. Like you were for Bobby back then we are here for you now. “
“Mary Karen, Mrs. Carter and Leslie’s family; My sincere condolences are sent your way. I hope the bounty of loving memories you share will bring you some comfort in these difficult days.”
“My prayers are with you and your family, nothing else can be said.”
“Brother George, We are all saddend to hear of your loss. Leslie’s passing is a blow to us all. “
“George, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family during this loss.”
“Bobby and family – I’m so very, very sorry to hear about Rusty. Thinking of you all – Tism”
“Such shocking news! We will miss you, “Rusty”…and remember all the good times we enjoyed together in high school. God bless and comfort your family through this sad loss. Such a remarkable lady… “
“I was so sad to hear about Rusty. Although-I had not seen her in years, her photo really brought back such fun memories. What a delight she was to be with! Prayers to all who loved her.”
“Mrs. Carter and family, Our prayers are with you all. May your family and friends give you great comfort and strength . “
“George; I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t be there Saturday, but will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Mary Karen, We are so sorry to hear about your sad sad news. We’re thinking about you… we can’t come to the funeral so we’re sending warm and caring thoughts.”
“George, Erin, Mary Karen, Ruth and family. We are so shocked by this sad, sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We just found out, and wish we had known earlier…we would have been at the services.”
“George, we’re thinking of you at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. “
“Bob, we are saddened by your loss. We will Miss Leslie as we know how much you will. Love, Bev & Jim”
“Bobby and family, I was so sorry and shocked to hear about “Rusty”. She was such a nice person. May she rest in peace.”
“Rusty was such a nice classmate at St. Mary’s Academy. I hadn’t seen her since graduation but fond memories of her I will always have. “
“Dear Ruth, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter Leslie. I wish I had know sooner. No one can prepare a mother for the loss of a child. The ache goes so deep in to your being. You, Mary Karen,Bobby and Erin will all be in my prayers. Please let me know if I can do anything at all. Your neighbor, Diane “