Laura Cecelia "Laurie" Gass Vallandingham
March 28, 1951 ~ October 23, 2026
Born in: Leonardtown, Maryland
Resided in: Coltons Point , Maryland
Laura Cecelia “Laurie” Gass Vallandingham, 75, of Coltons Point, Maryland, passed away on October 23, 2026, in Leonardtown, Maryland. Born on March 28, 1951, in Leonardtown, Maryland, Laurie was the daughter of the late Laura Cecelia Guy Gass and Charles Francis “Frank” Gass.
Laurie graduated from Chopticon High School and went on to dedicate more than 30 years of service to Leonardtown High School, where she worked as the Registrar. She retired in 2019, leaving behind a legacy of commitment and service to the school community. In addition to her career in education, Laurie and her beloved husband, George, were the owners of Potomac Gardens General Store and Bar in Coltons Point for more than 38 years. Their longtime business was an important part of their lives and reflected their deep roots in the community they called home. Together, they built a lasting legacy through their years of hard work and dedication.
On August 28, 1970, Laurie married the love of her life, George L. Vallandingham, Sr., in Coltons Point, Maryland. They shared 54 years of marriage until his passing on January 14, 2025.
Above all, Laurie treasured her family. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren, who held a special place in her heart. The time she shared with her children and grandchildren was a cherished part of her life, and her love for them will remain a lasting part of her legacy.
Laurie is survived by her three children: George L. “Bo” Vallandingham, Jr. and his wife, Jessica, of Avenue, Maryland; Charles F. “Charlie” Vallandingham and his wife, Marcie, of Mechanicsville, Maryland; and Lisa M. Gardiner and her husband, Kevin, of Hollywood, Maryland. She is also survived by her brother, Charles Raley Gass and his wife, Mary Linda, of Coltons Point, Maryland; her grandchildren, Christina Wallace, Tyler Vallandingham, Kacie Vallandingham, Anthony Gardiner, and Dale Vallandingham; and a great-grandchild expected in February 2027.
In addition to her parents, Laurie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George L. Vallandingham, Sr., and her brother, Charles Francis Gass.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with prayers at 7:00 p.m., in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, officiated by Deacon Joe Lloyd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Avenue, Maryland, with Father Paul Nguyen officiating. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be Tyler Vallandingham, Anthony Gardiner, Dale Vallandingham, Jeff Gass, Kenny Hammett, and Junior Farrell. Honorary pallbearers will be Christina Wallace, Kacie Vallandingham, and Frankie Vallandingham.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Laurie’s memory to the 7th District Volunteer Rescue Squad and / or 7th District Volunteer Fire Department.
Laurie will be lovingly remembered for her devotion to her family, her many years of dedicated service, and the enduring love she shared with those closest to her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her children, grandchildren, extended family, and all who knew and loved her.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.mgfh.com.
Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home and Cremation Services, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.
Services
Visitation: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home
41590 Fenwick Street
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-8500
Prayers: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 7:00 pm - 7:15 pm
Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home
41590 Fenwick Street
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-8500
Mass: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Holy Angels Catholic Church
21340 Coltons Point Road
Avenue, MD 20609
(301) 769-3332
Interment: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 11:30 am - 11:45 am
Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery
23070 Maddox Road
Bushwood, MD
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The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Laura Cecelia "Laurie" Gass Vallandingham 's name.
Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department
21660 Colton Point Road
Avenue,
MD
20609
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I’m sorry to hear of Laurie’s passing but she has gone to a better place. She will be remembered by those of us who knew her. I really enjoyed visiting with her at the “Garden” and her great goose diners.
Prayers for all of you.
Bonnie