Joseph Reginald "Reggie" Tarleton
Joseph Reginald "Reggie" Tarleton
May 17, 1933 ~ March 30, 2014
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, April 4, 2014 from 4:30 p.m. until 7;30 p.m. with prayers recited at 6:00 p.m. at Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
Joseph Reginald "Reggie" Tarleton of California, MD passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday morning, March 30, 2014 surrounded by members of his loving family. His faithful dog, Bear, stood watch overnight. He was born on May 17, 1933 in Valley Lee to the late Luther Reginald Tarleton and Mary Josephine Ridgell Tarleton. He was the second of five children and was predeceased by younger siblings Mary Lee Tarleton and George Francis Tarleton. He is survived by sisters Joyce Marable (Walt) of Garrett Park, MD and Shirley Evans Palmer of Greenbelt, MD. He married Mary Margaret Wood in 1953 and they celebrated 42 years together until her death in July 1995 just before their 42nd wedding anniversary. He was also predeceased by a grandson, Brian Joseph Tarleton, Jr. Reggie is survived by his five children Karen Garner (John) of Drayden, Brian Tarleton (Marie) of St. Mary’s City, Russell Tarleton (April) of California, Dale Tarleton (Patricia) of California, and Keith Tarleton (Keri) of Hollywood; nine grandchildren Mary Beth Garner Cudd (David), Jack Garner, Tara Tarleton, Kellan Tarleton, Brennan Tarleton, Travis Tarleton, Chelsea Tarleton, Cole Tarleton, Blake Tarleton, Ashlynn Tarleton; and one great-grandchild Aaron Cudd. Reggie is also survived by his long-time companion, Peggy Goddard, with whom he enjoyed many card games, family events, and trips. He shared a special relationship with Corey and Janice Rakes and their girls Lilly and Allison as well as Peggy's granddaughter Tori Clements. Reggie graduated from Great Mills High School in 1951 and took up farming with his father in California, MD. He was a rural mail carrier from 1969 until 1995 when he retired to care for his wife. He was also a St. Mary’s County school bus driver and contractor from 1954 until just before his death; he was the youngest bus contractor in the county when he obtained his first contract in the 1960s. Valuing a Catholic education, Reggie worked three jobs to send his five children to local parochial schools. Reggie spent many hours cultivating his garden and the produce was always abundant and shared with family and friends. He experimented with herbs, wines, and most recently honey bees with oversight from Viet Nguyen. He looked forward to the annual hog butchering ritual with extended family and especially enjoyed Christmas Eve dinner where he stood guard over the fryer turning out perfectly seasoned oysters. He was also known to turn out large pots of vegetable beef soup and delicious raisin cake. One of his greatest pleasures was giving youngsters their first tractor ride and demonstrating how to gather eggs without disrupting the hens. He was always up for a game of pitch or a church dinner. He had endless patience with any task as well as a knack for repairing things; from meat slicers to paper shredders, he painstakingly took items apart, cleaned each piece, and put them back together so that they worked like new! He was an active member of St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus, St. John Francis Regis Chapter. He was also a member of the St. Mary's County School Bus Contractors Association. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 4, 2014 from 4:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. with prayers recited at 6:00 p.m. at Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Father Keith Woods and Father Ray Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.Pallbearers are Jack Garner, Kellan Tarleton, Brennan Tarleton, Travis Tarleton, Tom Marable, and Martin Evans. Honorary pallbearers are Mary Beth Cudd, Tara Tarleton, Chelsea Tarleton, Cole Tarleton, Blake Tarleton, and Ashlynn Tarleton. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s PO Box 625 Leonardtown MD 20650, St. John’s Catholic School, 43950 St. John's Road, Hollywood MD 20636, or St. Mary’s Ryken High School, 22600 Camp Calvert Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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May 17, 1933 ~ March 30, 2014
Joseph Reginald Tarleton
May 17, 1933 – March 30, 2014
Joseph Reginald "Reggie" Tarleton of California, MD passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday morning, March 30, 2014 surrounded by members of his loving family. His faithful dog, Bear, stood watch overnight. He was born on May 17, 1933 in Valley Lee to the late Luther Reginald Tarleton and Mary Josephine Ridgell Tarleton. He was the second of five children and was predeceased by younger siblings Mary Lee Tarleton and George Francis Tarleton. He is survived by sisters Joyce Marable (Walt) of Garrett Park, MD and Shirley Evans Palmer of Greenbelt, MD.
He married Mary Margaret Wood in 1953 and they celebrated 42 years together until her death in July 1995 just before their 42nd wedding anniversary. He was also predeceased by a grandson, Brian Joseph Tarleton, Jr. Reggie is survived by his five children Karen Garner (John) of Drayden, Brian Tarleton (Marie) of St. Mary’s City, Russell Tarleton (April) of California, Dale Tarleton (Patricia) of California, and Keith Tarleton (Keri) of Hollywood; nine grandchildren Mary Beth Garner Cudd (David), Jack Garner, Tara Tarleton, Kellan Tarleton, Brennan Tarleton, Travis Tarleton, Chelsea Tarleton, Cole Tarleton, Blake Tarleton, Ashlynn Tarleton; and one great-grandchild Aaron Cudd. Reggie is also survived by his long-time companion, Peggy Goddard, with whom he enjoyed many card games, family events, and trips. He shared a special relationship with Corey and Janice Rakes and their girls Lilly and Allison as well as Peggy's granddaughter Tori Clements.
Reggie graduated from Great Mills High School in 1951 and took up farming with his father in California, MD. He was a rural mail carrier from 1969 until 1995 when he retired to care for his wife. He was also a St. Mary’s County school bus driver and contractor from 1954 until just before his death; he was the youngest bus contractor in the county when he obtained his first contract in the 1960s. Valuing a Catholic education, Reggie worked three jobs to send his five children to local parochial schools.
Reggie spent many hours cultivating his garden and the produce was always abundant and shared with family and friends. He experimented with herbs, wines, and most recently honey bees with oversight from Viet Nguyen. He looked forward to the annual hog butchering ritual with extended family and especially enjoyed Christmas Eve dinner where he stood guard over the fryer turning out perfectly seasoned oysters. He was also known to turn out large pots of vegetable beef soup and delicious raisin cake. One of his greatest pleasures was giving youngsters their first tractor ride and demonstrating how to gather eggs without disrupting the hens. He was always up for a game of pitch or a church dinner. He had endless patience with any task as well as a knack for repairing things; from meat slicers to paper shredders, he painstakingly took items apart, cleaned each piece, and put them back together so that they worked like new!
He was an active member of St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus, St. John Francis Regis Chapter. He was also a member of the St. Mary's County School Bus Contractors Association.
The family will receive friends on Friday, April 4, 2014 from 4:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. with prayers recited at 6:00 p.m. at Mattingly-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Father Keith Woods and Father Ray Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Pallbearers are Jack Garner, Kellan Tarleton, Brennan Tarleton, Travis Tarleton, Tom Marable, and Martin Evans. Honorary pallbearers are Mary Beth Cudd, Tara Tarleton, Chelsea Tarleton, Cole Tarleton, Blake Tarleton, and Ashlynn Tarleton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s PO Box 625 Leonardtown MD 20650, St. John’s Catholic School, 43950 St. John's Road, Hollywood MD 20636, or St. Mary’s Ryken High School, 22600 Camp Calvert Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“My sincere condolences to the Tarleton family and may your precious memories give you strength now and in the days ahead.”
“To the entire Tarleton family, please accept our sincerest condolences. “
“Tarleton family and Peggy – So sorry to hear about Reggie’s passing but he has been sick for some time. May he rest in peace.”
“Karen and John and the entire Tarleton family my sincere condolences to all of you. Hold on to all your memories. May he rest in peace.”
“Tarleton Family, Thinking of you with deepest sympathy and hoping it provides you with comfort to know that we share in your sorrow. We had the pleasure of knowing Reggie through the St.Mary’s County School Bus Contractors Association.”
“To the entire Tarleton Family, my heartfelt and sincere condolences. It’s never easy. May you rely on your faith in God and the many memories you all share. Thoughts and prayers.”
“Tarleton family, please know that our hearts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. May your Dad rest in peace.”
“Karen and Tarleton Family, your father was mighty fine gentleman. A true St. Mary’s County legacy, please accept our sincere condolences, you keep the memories forever. Keep your loved ones close. God Bless the Tarleton Family.”
“Big T I know the pain you are feeling on the loss of your Dad. It has been 3 years since my pop passed but I think about him everyday as I’m sure you will with your dad. I remember Reggie from our days working at the post office and he ran a route out of Great Mills if I remember correctly. He was such a nice man and he always had a wave of the hand when I saw him. He has now joined with your Mother and I do hope the Lord will wrap his arms around him in heaven.”
“To the entire Tarleton Family, & (Aunt) Peggy, We are so sorry to hear about Reggie. His suffering is now over just in time for him to plant his garden up above. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all, & please let us know if we can do anything for you in this difficult time.”
“Rusty and April you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold onto the Wonderful Memories. May your Dad Rest In Peace.”
“Brian, Karen, Rusty, Keith and Dale – What a tremendous loss for you! Reggie and my Mom worked together at the Great Mills Post Office and she and Pinky loved your Dad’s dry wit and wry smile! We know you will miss him dearly as will many in the community. Please know that we’re thinking about you at this time. Delegate John and Mary Bohanan”
“” To Peggy & The Tarleton Family” I am sending my condelences to the family it was a pleasure to no Reggie but always remember that leavs a broken heart but all of the wonderful memories will last a life time. May Reggie Rest In Peace and God Bless you all.”
“To all the Tarelton family we extend our sincerest sympathies. We will miss Reggie very much. He was a wonderful, and very hardworking man! And now his work on Earth is through, because God needed his expertise in heaven. There with other family and friends that went before him he was welcomed with open arms and he will always be smiling”
“Patricia,Dale, Tara, Brennan And Peggy, so sorry for your loss, He was such a nice man! “
“Taleton family, My prayors stay strong with all of you. It’s been an honor knowing Reggie and I hope he rest in peace.”
” our thoughts and prayers to the Tarleton family from your neighbors”
“My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all the family. Please know that my love, thoughts and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace……”
“Karen, keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. God Bless. “
“To Peggy and Reggie’s Family…so very sorry to learn of Reggie’s passing. Seems just like yesterday that I saw you Peggy, Reggie and Patsy at Cracker Barrel…His love will live on in all of you. My sincere sympathy and heartfelt condolences to all of you.”
“To the Tarleton family please accept condolences from the family of Doris Tarleton wife of the late Francis (Donald) Tarleton.”
“To the entire Tarleton Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Please accept our Deepest Sympathy. If we can do anything for you, please let us know. Peggy, our friend and neighbor this is for you also.”
“Tarleton Family and Peggy – So hard to say goodbye to someone we love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, may your many happy memories get you through the tough days ahead.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the Tarleton family during this time of sorrow. May the many happy memories that you shared with your father/grandfather/great-grandfather provide you with comfort during the days ahead.”
“To the Tarleton family and Peggy! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss seeing him around. He always had a smile and something nice to say. Sincerely, Son and Elaine Wood”
“My thoughts are with the entire Tarleton Family during this time. Hold onto the memories of such a special loving man. “
“I was crushed when Dad told me Reggie pasted on Sunday. Reggie was a constant in my life much like Aunt Mary was and he’ll be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with you as you struggle with your sorrow. He was a good man and you all have done well by him and Margaret.”
“Brian,Marie and the entire Tarleton family, my sincere condolences in the loss of your father.”
“condolences to the Tarleton family and Peggy. May Reggie rest in peace. Mary Frances Abell.”
“Tarleton family and Peggy, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he rest in peace.”
“To the Tarleton family.and aunt Peggy..so sorry for your loss..he was like family to me and my kids as well…will be missed greatly..until we meet again..much love my friend..Missie.John.JT.and Valerie”
“Tarleton family and Peggy, We were saddened to hear of Reggie’s passing. He was a top-notch guy and you could tell that being a Granddad was one of his favorite roles in life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. “
“Karen,Brian,Rusty,Dale,and Keith, You are all in our prayers. Your Dad always had a good word for all of us. When he talked about his family he always had a big smile. May he rest now and watch over you all”
“Rusty, April, Karen and the entire Tarleton family our sincere condolences to all of you. Hold on to all your memories. May he rest in peace.””
“To the Tarleton family and Peggy, Sending my sympathy and prayers.”
“To the Tarleton family and Peggy Remember all the good memories. I will remember him in my prayers and may he rest in peace”
“Karen and the Tarleton family: Our sincere condolences to all of you. May the memories of your Dad’s love bring you comfort and peace of heart, now and through the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.”
“Karen so sorry to hear about your loss. Frank & I are thinking of you.”
“Karen & Family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and that we are here for you. May your Dad rest in peace and live through your memories forever.”
“We will keep all of you in our prayers. Keep all those memories tight until you all meet again one day with your dad in heaven. May he rest in peace for now. “
“To The Tarleton Family, when I made postmaster at Great Mills I met Reggie. He Made me feel very welcome and he was very helpful. He was one of the best carriers I have ever worked with and a great man. Rest in piece, Reggie, and may God bless you.”
“Rusty. Sorry for the loss of your father. I never knew your dad but sounds like he was a very nice man. I know from experience that you will miss him but keep your good memories close to your heart. God Bless”
“On behalf of my family to yours I wish to express our condolences for the passing of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. One day everyone of faith will be rejoined in glory. Until that time we have our memories of the people we love and of those who we have loved and passed.”
“To the Tarleton Family and Peggy: My sincere sympathy to the family of a special person. Reggie was an interesting person to talk with. Frankie and I enjoyed talking to him about politics. Rest in peace Reggie. “
“Brian, Marie and the entire Tarleton family, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. “
“Words are hard to find. Met the Tarleton 52 yrs ago when we first came back St Mary`s.What a pleasure it was to know them. Our prayers are with all of you.”
“Rusty and April and family, we where saddened to hear about Reggie. Although no words can really ease the loss you bear, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hold tight to memories for comfort.”
“To the Tarleton family , thinking of you in these hard times. Please know you are in our prayers and thoughts. May he rest in peace.”
“Karen & Marie, I am saddened to hear of your loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences. My prayers are with you and your family.”
“Karen and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. A loved ones passing is never easy but take comfort that your Dad is no longer in pain and is in the loving embrace of God. I’m an just a call away if you need anything. God Bless.”
“Karen, you and your family are in my prayers. God bless!”
“Karen and Family, Thinking of you and your family during this sad time. “God Bless””
“Tarleton family, speaking for the Knights of Columbus, you and your father will all be in our thoughts and prayers as we morn the loss of your father, brother and fellow member of the Knights of Columbus.”
“Karen, Anne and I send our sincerest condolences and prayers to you and your family.”
” Rusty, April, Brian, Marie and the Tarleton Family, we are so sorry for the loss of your dad. Please accept our sincerest condolences. May he rest in peace”
” To the Tarleton family and Peggy – I was so saddened to hear of Reggie’s passing. I will be out of the country for work at the time of his services, but know that I will keep all of you in my prayers. Peggy I know Reggie made you very happy and you will miss him dearly. God must have needed someone to plant his spring garden and called Reggie. Our sincere condolences, Gary and Cathy Williams.”
“I attended St. John’s school with Rusty. I recall seeing Mr. Tarelton and his family in church. Just wanted to say I am sorry for your loss. God Bless.”
“Karen, Russ, Dale, I am sorry for the lost of your father. Please accept my deepest condolences.”
“We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Our prayers and hearts go out to you. God Bless!”
“Our sincere condolences to the rest of our Tarleton family in southern Maryland. We have fond memories of Reggie during our visits to the farm with Uncle Luther and Aunt Mary. “
“My condolences to the Tarleton family, Peggy, and Reggie’s friends. Reggie was a great guy and I will always have the fondest memories of him. May he rest in peace. “
“To Brian and The Tarelton family, i would like to offer my sincere condolences to you and your family at this time, may GOD give you strength and uphold you with his ever redeeming love!”
“Dear Brian and Family– This is a wonderful obituary that paints a beautiful picture of a life well lived and a man well loved. We are so happy that we have experienced some of the memories remembered in this story of your Dad’s ( and family’s) life. You are a great family and may you draw strength from one another and your deeply rooted faith at this time. Much love, David, Terri, Steph, Elaine & Madeleine”
“Dear Karen, it’s so sad to lose a father. I remember that you were there for us when our father passed away in 1992. Our thoughts are with you on this day.”
“To the Tarleton family,our thoughts and prayers are with you and may your Dad rest in peace “
“Rusty, I am sorry to hear of Dad’s passing. He was a kind hearted and fun person to be around. We had a lot of contact when I worked at Lex. Park Post Office and he was at Great Mills. He always had a kind word. May God Bless and Keep him in his loving hands. God Bless.”
“Our prayers are with you and your family.”
“To the Faminy Vert sorry to hear about Reggie”
“Dale, You are in our thoughts and prayers. It’s never easy losing them, but you can’t lose the memories. “
“Keith, Keri, Tarleton Family and Peggy: Words cannot begin to describe our sadness for the loss of “Granddad”! Reggie had the most special place in the hearts of all his grandkids and the wisdom he imparted to them – his love of the land, the animals, his garden and “Reggie’s Bees” will live on as precious memories to all who had the privilege of knowing him and sharing in that love. He will be so missed! We are here for you at this very difficult time! “
“Rusty, Keith and Tarleton Family my deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. May he Rest in Peace in the loving arms of our God. Hold your memories close to your heart. God bless.”
“April, Rusty, and Travis, I’m so sorry about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the entire family. Cherish the memories.”
“Let me extend my deepest sympathy to the entire family. How privileged I was to have become so close to each of you. I often think it was my extended family. Reggie was certainly loved by many and what an example he was as a husband, father and friend. I surely remember his fried oysters as well the ham, and cakes; but most of all I remember his warm and gracious hospitality. While he has been taken home to receive his eternal reward he will remain alive always in our hearts. God bless each of you and know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Brian, Marie and Family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad… May God Bless…”
“Peggy and all the Tarleton family,we are so sorry to hear of Reggie’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time, God bless all of you.”
“Marie and family, May the Angels hold you in this time of sorrow. Prayers to you and your family. Mary “
“Karen, my sincerest condolences. My best wishes to all your family. -Drew and Janet “
“Brian and Family, although I never met your father, he came alive in the stories you told us-especially the ones about the day after Thanksgiving tradition. Wishing you all comfort. Karin”
“My deepest sympathy to all of Mr. Reggie’s family.”