John Benjamin Mundie Sr., 72, of Valley Lee, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 14, 2010, at his residence. He was surrounded by close members of his family.

He was born November 21, 1937, in Washington, DC, to the parents of the late Chester Ambrose and Mary Josephine Mundie.

He was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Anne Hayden Mundie, and children Lori Ketts and husband Cliff, Jack Mundie and wife Heather, Tammy Mundie and friend Holly West, Patty McElhenny and husband Eric, and Donny Mundie and wife Tina.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Sandra Mundie in 2009. His pride and joy were his fourteen grandchildren: Quint Ketts, Andrew Ketts, Tyler Ketts, Rebecca Ketts, Samantha Mundie, Jared Mundie, Mitchell Mundie, Abby McElhenny, Matthew McElhenny, Aaron McElhenny, Joshua McElhenny, Colin Mundie, Logan Mundie, and Madison Mundie. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Carol Gagliardi, of Adelphia, MD, and his brother, Joseph Mundie of Woodstock, MD.

John was a dedicated family man who loved to spend time with family and friends. He was employed at Patuxent River Naval Air Test Station from 1966 to 1995 as a draftsman and graphic artist with TID before retiring as the manager of the Photo Lab. He cherished his time in his wood shop where he built numerous pieces of furniture for family and friends. He was a compassionate and committed volunteer for many organizations throughout his life and particularly enjoyed his time working with the Helping Hands of St. Mary's County. He was passionate about helping others in need and those less fortunate.

Family and friends will be received at his life celebration on Sunday, October 17, 2010, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at St. George Catholic Church in Valley Lee, MD. Prayers will be recited at 6:00 PM. A mass of Christian burial will be conducted on Monday, October 18, 2010, at 11:00 AM at St. George Catholic Church; interment will follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in John's name may be mailed to Helping Hands of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 1653 Leonardtown, MD, 20650.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A, Leonardtown, MD.