Elizabeth Talbott Hutchins Ridgely, 56, of Mallard Point Farm, Prince Frederick, Maryland passed away on September 7, 2013 at the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House in Prince Frederick, Maryland. She was born on December 24, 1956 to Mary "Jean" Hutchins Ridgely and Benjamin Talbott Ridgely II in Baltimore, Maryland.

She is preceded in death by her father, Benjamin and her sister, Mary Jean Eig.

Elizabeth is survived by her mother, Jean Ridgely and her brother, Benjamin Talbott Ridgely III, brother in-law, Larry Eig, niece, Eva Eig, and nephews, Elliott Eig, Benjamin T. Ridgely IV, (Luanne), Christopher Michael Ridgely, (Cassie) and five great nieces and nephews.

Elizabeth attended Huntingtown Elementary School through 5th grade and then went onto Rollin Park Country School in Baltimore, Maryland. She returned to Calvert County to graduate from the Calverton School in Huntingtown in 1974. Continuing her education, she majored in agronomy at Virginia Tech, University of MD, and Penn State.

Elizabeth was most recently employed by the Calvert County ASCS office, but spent many years serving farmers at the Lothian Grain Elevator. She willingly gave her time to the local farming community through her work on various committees such as Calvert County Agricultural Preservation Advisory Committee and the Calvert Farmland Trust.

Elizabeth's greatest joy came from being with family and friends. Her quiet strength and resolve gained her respect and admiration from all who knew her. The family farm at Mallard Point consoled and nursed her during her illness, giving her strength on her daily walks. Art, music, and a great meal were her pleasures, especially when sharing them with family and friends.

Pallbearers will be: Benjamin Ridgely IV, Neville Martin, Eva Eig, Elliott Eig, Larry Eig, Susie Hance-Wells, Dana Krohnert, Frank Krohnert, Tommy Brady, Bobby Hall, Leonard Ogden, Pat Buckler, Mike Harrington, David Rawlings, Bob Mattingly, and Danny Sutphin. Visitation will be held at Rausch's Funeral Home, 20 American Lane Lusby on Saturday, September 14, 2013 from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. with a Memorial Service to follow at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The family requests donations be made in lieu of flowers to Calvert Hospice. Burial will be private.

Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home.