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Annual Veterans Memorial Tourney To Benefit Education Programming

OCEAN PINES – The Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation announced the 16th annual Veterans Memorial Tournament, Wednesday, Sept 20 at the Ocean Pines Golf Club

The event will benefit education programs of the Memorial Foundation that include annual tours of the memorial grounds by all fifth-grade students in Worcester County

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The annual tours are part of a collaboration between the Worcester County Board of Education and the Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation Tours are led by dedicated volunteer docents who share their knowledge of veterans' sacrifices, the history of different service branches, and flag etiquette

Complementing these sessions, JROTC cadets from Stephen Decatur High School, Snow Hill High School, and Pocomoke High School provide hands-on guidance in proper flag handling and folding, helping to foster intergenerational connections and respect for the nation's heritage

All students also receive an activity guide to reinforce those lessons and encourage ongoing conversations

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about their family's contributions and military service history

The annual golf tournament is the major fundraiser for Memorial Foundation education programs

The tournament will feature a scramble best ball format with a 9 a m shotgun start

Registration is $125 per player and includes tournament entry, golf cart, lunch, and access to tournament prizes

Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels, ranging from $100 to $2,000, with each offering distinct benefits

To download a tournament or sponsor form, visit the Ocean Pines Association website

The foundation also welcomes donations, gift certificates, and prizes for the tournament's silent auction All contributions are tax-deductible

The Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the tax ID EIN# 20-3130695

For more information, contact Marie Gilmore at 410-726-2881 or opmarie@aol com, or Don McMullen at 443-388-2941 or mcmullen1@aol com

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James Wieboldt

OCEAN PINES – James John Wieboldt, of Ocean Pines, Maryland, age 69, born June 28, 1954, passed away on August 12, 2023 Born in Jamaica, NY, he was the son of the late William Wieboldt and Libbie Tabor

He leaves behind his wife, Dr Cynthia H Roman, a brother Alfred (Maritza Guzman), son William (AJ Neaher), daughters Pamela (Daniel Botkin) and Janice (Harry Purdham IV), stepdaughter Katrina Roman (Scott Boyer), and a grandchild Harry Purdham V

In addition to his parents, his wife, Christine A Freely, had predeceased him in 2007 at age 50

He has a degree in Computer Science from the New York Institute of Technology, and spent his entire working life as a computer systems engineer He was an Amateur Radio Operator, obtaining his license at 16, and served in Amateur Radio Civil Defense He was proud to have programmed the first computerized fire department dispatch system for Hicksville Fire Department on Long Island He also enjoyed working as a Systems Engineer for Wang Laborator-

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Jim’s name to The Maryland Coastal Bays Program, 8219 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, MD 21811

Cremation followed his death The gathering to remember him will be private and there will be no formal service or funeral Letters of condolence can be sent to the family via www burbagefuneralhome com Arrangements are in the care of The Burbage Funeral Home

David Jenkins

PARKVILLE – David “Jenky” Brian Jenkins of Parkville passed away on Sunday July 9, 2023, at the age of 61

Born in Salisbury, he was the loving son of the late Margaret (nee Kelley) Jenkins and the late Orville Dawson Jenkins; brother of Allan Jenkins of Bardstown, Kentucky and Michael Jenkins (Debbie) of Delmar, Delaware; uncle of Kyle Jenkins of Littl Ri S th Carolina, Clayton Jen ins of Bardstown, Ke tucky and several oth great nieces and nep ews He is also survive by beloved and longtim friend Jennifer Diforte

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A Memorial Servic will be held at Saint Alban’s Episcopal Church, 302 St Albans Drive, Salisbury, Md 21804 on Friday, Aug 18, 2023, beginning at 1 p m with a burial at Parsons Cemetery, 912 N Division Street, Salisbury, Md 21801

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