Mary Evelyn Goldsborough
May 1, 1932 ~ November 13, 2021
Mary Evelyn Goldsborough, “Memom”, “Aunt Mini Muffin”, “Maude”, 89, of Hollywood, MD, passed away on November 13, 2021 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on May 1, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Violet Norris and the late John Walter Norris. She was the loving wife of the late James M. Goldsborough, whom she married on June 15, 1952 in St. John’s Church, Hollywood, MD, and who preceded her in death on July 18, 1995. Mary is survived by her children James “Gary” M. Goldsborough of Hollywood, MD, Patrick Goldsborough (Alice) of Hollywood, MD, Kathleen Hollyer of Hollywood, MD, Chris Goldsborough (Kelly) of Hollywood, MD, and Dale Goldsborough (Lisa) of Hollywood, MD, her siblings Francis Norris of California, MD, Sharon Lee Rollins of Dentsville, MD, and Darlene Russell of Hollywood, MD, her grandchildren Lisa Goldsborough, Emily Dobson (Matt), Megan Goldsborough, Ryan Goldsborough (Becki), Jeff Hollyer, James Hollyer (Catie), Kasey Goldsborough, Olivia Goldsborough, Alexis Goldsborough, Bonnie Hollyer, Chase Goldsborough (Carolyn), Angie Goldsborough, and Melanie Goldsborough, as well as ten great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother Charles Norris.
Mary was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, MD, and attended St. John’s School and St. Mary’s Academy. She was a Branch Manager at First National Bank of St. Mary’s for 23 years, retiring in 1994. Mary belonged to the Ladies Auxiliary Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department for 50+ years, as well as St. John’s Homebound Eucharist Program, Helping Hands, and St. Mary’s Literacy Program.
Mary Evelyn “Memom” Goldsborough had the spirit of an angel. She loved her family and friends. Her true love was her husband, Jimmy. She cherished time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, especially when the stars would align and everyone could be there. She would always have tears of joy during those moments.
Mary loved music from ABBA, having parties, playing games, telling jokes and rhymes, the Cowboys, dancing, laughing, and Thanksgiving Day. She loved any time spent with the ones she loved. She enjoyed being involved in her community, including St. John’s Church, where she attended mass daily. She loved the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department community and sharing great times. She was the Social Coordinator for a number of years, as we all love hearing the crazy stories.
The family will receive friends on Monday, November 22, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD, with prayers recited at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 10:00 AM with Father Ray Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Ryan Goldsborough, Jeff Hollyer, James Hollyer, Matt Dobson, Gavin Dobson, and Billy Joe Russell. Honorary pallbearers will be Chase Goldsborough, Mark Norris, and her granddaughters.
Mary’s favorite color was blue. If any friends or family would like to wear blue on the day of the funeral, that would be great, but it is not required.
Contributions may be made to the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 7, Hollywood, MD 20636 and St. John’s Catholic Church, 43950 St. John’s Road, Hollywood, MD 20636.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.mgfh.com. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. & Crematory, Leonardtown, MD.





To the Goldsborough family, I extend my sincerest condolences for your loss. Mrs. G. was one terrific lady. I am so glad to have known her all of my life and be a part of her extended family as a great friend. I know she will be watching over you from above. May God bless you all. Love and Prayers, Sheila
To a lovely lady I have known all of my life.
May you rest in peace.
Mary Evelyn was not only my cousin but my role model. I always wanted to be like her with that bubbly personality and love of life. I have her love of life but not the bubbly.. Her uncle Jimmy ,which was my father, adored her and she adored him. He always called her SWEETIE. We have wonderful memories of family reunions and parties at her house. God bless you all as we know you will miss her.
I called her Miss Mary Evelyn but she was a momma to me for many years. She always made me feel special. She was sweet and kind to everyone she met. She was loved by you all and she knew it. I will miss her beautiful smile. My heart hurts for you all. I will see you at the service. Love, Becky
Our condolences to the Goldsborough family. We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hold on to all the wonderful memories that you have made over the years. God bless you all.
Gertrude Norris and Girls
To All of Mary Evelyn’s Family
Our most sincere condolence on your great loss. Mary Evelyn was a fun and very nice lady. She enjoyed life and always had that big grin. May God give her eternal rest as she joins Jimmy . May all her family remember her with laughs , smiles and all those wonderful memories you have of her. God bless you all.
Wayne and Joan Thompson
Kathy, Gary, Pat, Alice, Chris, Kelly, Dale, Lisa , Megan, Lisa, Melanie, Lexi, Angie , Emily, Jeff, James, Bonnie, Ryan, Kasey, Olivia, Chase, and the next generation:
Mrs Goldsborough was the the brightest light of any person I’ve known, she was so warm and kind and so much FUN!! Her beautiful legacy lives on in each of you, a family I feel like I’m a part of ( wanted or not) Thinking of each and every one of you and sending so much love to everyone ❤️
Mary Evelyn was the sweetest, kindest, most beautiful, loving woman. Since the first time I met her, many years ago, and throughout the many wonderful years I was able to be present with her at family events, she always made me feel like part of her beautiful family. She loved God, her children, her grandchildren and great grandchildren, her many friends, the Hollywood VFD Ladies Auxiliary, and her beloved St. John’s Church. She was such a bright light in this world and the love, laughter, warmth, and kindness she shared with everyone whose lives she touched will live on forever in our hearts and our thoughts. What a beautiful legacy!
Oh she was such a beautiful sweet outgoing lady. My heart goes out to all of the family. Much love to all of you
Auntie M’s zest for life and sunny nature couldn’t help but spread love & joy wherever she went. Each family gathering was a welcoming party filled with great love, laughter & acceptance of everyone. It was easy to see God’s presence in her life, as it reflected upon all & spread exponentially. So blessed to have this loving lady as my Aunt, so grateful for this beautiful family. Sending special love, prayers & gentle hugs to everyone, especially Gary, Pat, Kathleen, Chris & Dale.
Kathy and family,
In this sorrowful time, we would like to extend to you and your family our heartfelt condolences.
Hold on to all the beautiful memories that y’all have made over the years.
May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones.
Our condolences,
The Greenlee Family
God blessed you with your mother’s long life – she was obviously the center of your universe for many years. Make her proud with continued family gatherings and good times together. Thoughts and prayers.
Our condolence go out to the Goldsborough family. Mary Evelyn was such a sweet person. We enjoyed working with her at the bank, all those years. May she rest in peace.
My heart breaks for you all! Mrs.Goldsborough was so beautiful inside and out! Im sure she and Jimmy are so happy to be together again!
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Goldsborough family during this sad time. Mary was always the number one cheerleader for her family….Hugs to everyone…..
Our deepest condolences to the entire Goldsborough family. Mary Evelyn was always so kind, warm and welcoming to all that knew her, a mom to all! She will be deeply missed. She lives on in each of you and your beautiful families. Rest In Peace sweet lady, until we see you again! Much love, Courtney and Joe
To Mary Evelyn’s family: My heart is heavy with sadness. Mary Evelyn and I had some great times together while working at “The Bank”. She and I traveled around the State and County making PEP Presentations to our school kids about banking. She was one of the sweetest and fun loving people I have had the pleasure to know. Rest easy my friend…you have earned your wings!!!
What a wonderful Lady God sent to this world. I have great memories of her and Jimmy at parties and social events. I send thoughts and prayers to the family from my family.
The Heimers
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Mary Evelyn. She was a lovely lady who loved to have lots of laughs and fun. She will be remembered!
When Mary Evelyn walked into a room, the room got a whole lot brighter. She was a giver of light. Evelyn and I are glad to have had the privilege of knowing her.
Mary Evelyn was such a joy to be with, always smiling. She cared deeply for everyone she knew. God bless your family.