Earl Stephen Hewitt

Earl Stephen Hewitt, age 85, of Berlin, Maryland passed away on September 6, 2021 surrounded by family. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Earl Douglas and Grace Goodness (Waggner) Hewitt. Earl graduated from University of Baltimore. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Earl worked at APG-TECOM for the Information Systems Command, where he retired as an Information Systems Manager. Earl was all about service to others. He was past president of the PTA in Hickory, a member of Mt. Ararat Masonic Lodge #44, the Scottish Rite Boumi Temple in Baltimore County, and a member of the Shrine Color Guard where he was committed to participating in the many parades and flag ceremonies throughout the years. He was also a life member of the BPOE (Elks) and was active in the Lodge 2354 of Abingdon and Lodge 2645 of Ocean City, MD. He was a life member of American Legion Post 39 of Bel Air and was active in Post 166 of Ocean City, MD. He was a member of St. Peters Lutheran Church in Ocean City, MD. He volunteered for the Tax Aid for the Elderly with AARP. Earl was honored as a hometown hero in Ocean City, MD where his portrait flew on the boardwalk.

Earl was known to always embark on spur of the moment good times. He rarely turned down an outing or fun with friends and family. He was a spark among people. Everyone loves him, no matter the generation.

Earl is survived by his three daughters,Terry Jefferson of Forest Hill and her husband, William, Stephanie Hutcheson of Bel Air and her husband, Douglas, Patricia Amos of Bel Air; sister, Ann Badolato of Cockeysville; stepdaughters, Melissa Campasino of Baltimore, and Sandra Collins and her husband Michael of Florida; and close friend Jacqui Santangelo. He leaves a legacy of 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, all who love their “Pop Pop.”

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his second wife, Eleanor Hewitt and first wife, D. Lillian Hewitt; sisters, Katherine VanRossum and Virginia Mason; and son-in-law, Timothy Amos.

The family will be hosting a memorial service on September 18, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at The Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD, 2181. All are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Shriners Hospital for Children or Believe in Tomorrow, House by the Sea, both organizations for which Earl was very involved.

: Shriners Hospital for Children or Believe in Tomorrow, House by the Sea