James Andrew Redman Sr ,49, of Hollywood MD died January 29, 2009 at Georgetown University Hospital due to lung cancer. Born on September 13, 1959 in Leonardtown, MD to John Charles Redman and Cora Frances Norris Redman, he was the eldest of 5 children.

Jimmie grew up in Lexington Park and attended Great Mills High School. He first worked for the local cable company then continued to use his communications knowledge and skills working many years as a contractor supporting the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. His skills landed him a top secret satellite communications position in Winchester, VA. His surveillance expertise required that he travel to many places such as San Diego, CA, Canada and Afghanistan. He traveled extensively for work but his heart never left St. Mary's County, for that was where his family and friends lived. Recently he accepted a position with RedBlack Communications in Hollywood, MD and was able to settle down and spend more precious time at home.

Through the years Jimmie played ball with the Strugglers, rode his Harley with the local Hogs, was a tough Pitch competitor, an avid Redskins fan, enjoyed boating and crabbing, hunting, and was the family's gourmet chef. He was famous for his back yard barbecue and horseshoe parties, as well as his Southern Maryland stuffed ham.

He was a fun loving, free spirited man who will be remembered as the life of the party and for his generosity. He was the kind of man who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. Jimmie married Marsha Ann Russell on November 10, 1994 in Leonardtown and settled in Hollywood, MD. Jimmie has two children; son James Andrew Redman Jr. and daughter Rebecca Lynn Redman of Hollywood.

Jimmie is also survived by his siblings: Jeanette Witkowski and husband CJ of Lusby, MD, Jeffrey Redman of Hollywood, MD, Juanita Redman of California, MD, and Joanne Wescott and fiancé Michael Cook of Hollywood, MD. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews: Jonathan Wheeler, Kyle Redman, Justin Redman, Dale Redman, Kaitlyn Redman, Megan Redman, and Samuel Wescott.

Jimmie was predeceased by his parents and nephew Charles Wheeler Jr. of Lexington Park, MD. Viewing/Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home in Leonardtown where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A celebration of Christian Burial will be Thursday, February 5, 2009 at 10:00 AM in Hollywood United Methodist Church with Rev. Sheldon Reese officiating. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery on Joy Chapel Road.

Pallbearers will be Ross Corson, Bobby Bean, Guy Mundie, Marvin Raley, Vagas Corson, and Timmy Unkle. Honorary pallbearers are John Hardin, Carlo Croce, George Smith, and Vince Roche. Contributions may be made to the Rebecca Redman Education Fund c/o Jeanette Witkowski 935 Chart Court, Lusby, MD 20657. The bank account information and envelopes will be available during Wednesday and Thursday's services, or you can contact the fund administrator at 301-904-8269 or Netty72@comcast.net.

Arrangements provided by Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home.