Michele Lee Farnsworth

Michele Lee Farnsworth, 56, of Valley Lee, MD passed away peacefully at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital on September 30, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Born on March 10, 1970, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Michele was the daughter of the late David and Betty Farnsworth.

Michele graduated from Thomas Stone High School and went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore Campus. For more than 30 years, she dedicated her career to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. At the time of her passing, she was supporting PMA-231 as the Lead Financial Analyst.

Michele was truly one of a kind. She was known for her beautiful smile, infectious laughter, and ability to bring joy and fun wherever she went. Whether at work, on the volleyball court, or at the beach, Michele had a special way of making those around her feel happy and welcome. Above all, she treasured the time she spent with her family and friends, especially her beloved nieces and nephews.

After being together for 25 years, Michele married the love of her life, Michael Knight, on September 5, 2025, in Leonardtown, Maryland. In addition to her husband, Michele is survived by her brother, Jeffery Nischalke (Sharon) of Johnstown, PA; her sister, Sylvia Pilkerton (Tim) of Mechanicsville, MD; her father-in-law, Joseph Knight, Sr. of Mechanicsville, MD; and her brother-in-law, Joe Knight (Teri) of Mechanicsville, MD.

She is also survived by her cherished nieces and nephews, Austin Pilkerton, Madison Penley (Marc), Melanie Guy (Bobby), and Justin Knight, as well as her great-niece and great-nephew, Aubrey and James Guy.

Michele leaves behind a lifetime of love, laughter, friendship, and memories that will forever be treasured by all who knew and loved her.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.  Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to:

Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University Gift Processing, Department Number 0734, Washington, DC 20073-0734, or at https://lombardi.georgetown.edu/giving/

Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home and Cremation Services, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.