Joseph Edward Herbert, 78 of Avenue, MD passed away on October 19, 2010 at Hospice House of St. Mary's.

Born February 28, 1932 in Bushwood, MD, he was the son of the late Joseph and Nellie Herbert.

Joseph received his education in St. Mary's County Public Schools. Joseph's work life expanded into many areas; he was a carpenter for Jim Walter Homes, worked for the Power Plant, was a farmer and he also was a waterman. Joseph retired from the work force in 1980 due to his declining health. Joseph enjoyed watching baseball games on TV, spending time with his family and friends and his greatest love was listening to country music on Radio Station WKIK.

Joseph was married to the late Martha Herbert. He was predeceased by one brother, Walter Herbert, two sisters, Etta Herbert Lynch and Louise Herbert Mason.

Joseph leaves behind to cherish his memory eight children; Catherine Ann Butler, Agnes Yates, Joseph (Catherine) Herbert, Francis Herbert, Thomas (Linda) Herbert, James Ronnie (Vivian) Herbert, Melvin (Ann) Herbert, and Robert Herbert.

Michael Herbert ("Fox" as he was affectionately called by Daddy Joe), Fox was very special to Daddy Joe. He was a son, grandson, and a friend. Five years ago he promised Joe's siblings he would always take care of him. He was true to his promise until God called Joe home. Daddy Joe would say "I Can Always Count On Fox".

He also leaves to cherish his memory 34 grandchildren, 71 great-grandchildren, and 14 great-great-grandchildren that he loved as his own; four sisters, Mary Maddox, Theresa (Woody) Rich, Matilda Herbert, and Cora Herbert, two brothers, William (Ann) Herbert, and George Herbert. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Family will receive friends on Friday, October 22, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Holy Angels Catholic Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. with Father William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

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