Charles Robert Poe
March 16, 1923 ~ April 12, 2011
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 9:00 AM in St. John's Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, April 15, 2011 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
Charles Robert Poe, 88, of Lexington Park, MD, died April 12, 2011. Born March 16, 1923 in St. George’s Island, MD he was the son of the late Albert Franklin and Eva Estelle Poe. He was the husband of Delores Virginia Poe whom he married on December 29, 1944 and whom preceded him in death on January 18, 2003. He is survived by his children; Betty Johnson (Willie) and Pat Stocking (Les) both of Hollywood, MD, Ronnie Poe (Jo Anne) and Donnie Poe (Patty) both of Lexington Park, MD, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Web Poe, Toadie Poe, Roland Poe, Lena Denney all of St. George’s Island, and Myrtle Russell of Piney Point, MD. He was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County and made his living as a Waterman and Steamfitter for Local Union 602. He served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged on July 21, 1946. Mr. Poe enjoyed crabbing, fishing, oystering and cutting his grass. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 15, 2011 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD where prayers will be recited at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 9:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be Wade Johnson, Benny Johnson, Ashley Johnson, Grant Johnson, Joey Lacey and Andy Stocking.
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“Just to let you know that Mark and I are thinking of all of you and wish so much we could be there. Uncle Robert was always very special to me. With time and Gods help with each day that passes hopefully it will ease the pain.He is now visiting with Aunt Delores and all of his brothers and sisters in Heaven.”
“To the Poe Family We are sorry to hear about the passing of your Mr. Poe. He was a very good man and a joy to be around. He is with the Angles and Delores now.”
“Ronnie and Jo ann, We are so sorry about your Dad. We send our condolences to you and your family. If there is anything you need, please don’t hesitate to call. God Bless you in your time of need.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hope you can find comfort in through the memories.”
“Ronnie and Joanne: You are in our thoughts and prayers. Remember, you will see your dad again when everyone meets in heaven. Until then, remember all the good times you shared and hopefully time will heal your pain.”
“We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Roberts passing. Remember the good times and know that he will always be with you in spirit. Wishing the famly strength to deal with there loss.”
“May you hold on to your precious memories & to each other during this difficult time. You’re in my thoughts & prayers. Much love!”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Share all your fond memories and it will help you get through the rough days ahead. I will light a candle for Robert this weekend. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.”
“We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Poe’s passing. At last he is home with his beloved Delores! What wonderful times our parents spent together over the years. Our deepest sympathy to the family. Ronnie and Donnie, we are just a minute away if you need anything.”
“My sincere condolences. May God bless your family during this most difficult time. “
“Uncle Ronnie and Aunt JoAnne, we are very sorry to hear about Robert. He is in a better place and we hope you will take comfort in that. We love you and are thinking about you in this difficult time.”
“Ronnie and JoAnne: We were sorry to hear about Robert’s passing but we know he is in a happier place and with Delores once again. Wish we could be with you in person. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you both.”
“Betty, Willie, Pat, Les We offer our condolences on the loss of your father. Just remember all the good times you had with him. Lewis and Mary Helen Bowles”
“My condolences to the Poe family for their loss. God bless you all.”
“Pat/Joey and family, So sorry for your loss. You are in our toughts and prayers. Love JF and Debbie”
“To the Poe Family, We are deeply sadden to hear of the passing of Uncle Robert. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.”
“We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Robert’s passing Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.”
“Ronnie & Joann we are so sorry to hear of Ronnie’s Dad passing. Our sincere condolences. “
“Ronnie, our deepest condolonces to you and your family.”
“Ronnie and Joanne,Poe Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers..God Bless”
“To the Poe Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“June and family… I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your grandfather. May you find comfort in your fond memories and may he rest in peace. “
“Donnie and Ronnie: Someone just now called me and told me about your dad. So sorry to hear that. My deepest condolenses to you and your families.”
“Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Robert, our prayers are with the family during this difficult time.”
“Betty, Patsy, Ronnie, Donnie and Family, Our hearts go out to you in this time of loss.”
“I am sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with your family. “