Edward Robert Baroniak, Sr., 86 of St. Mary's City, MD died April 7, 2012 at St. Mary's Hospital. Born August 21, 1925 in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late John Frank Baroniak and Anna (Matty) Baroniak.

Edward graduated from Great Mills High School in 1944. He owned and operated his own excavating company and began farming and raising grains and cattle. Edward enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and hunting.

Edward is survived by his daughter, Judith Tennyson (Melvin) of St. Mary's City, MD, his grandchildren, Krystle Kessler (Matt) of Parkville, MD and Mark Tennyson of St. Mary's City, MD, his sister, Dorothy Settle of St. Mary's City, MD, his friend, Velma Ridgell, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Anita Baroniak, a son, Edward Baroniak, his brothers, George and Jack and sisters, Anne and Kay Olga.

All services will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 456, Ridge, MD 20680 or the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 520, Ridge, MD 20680.

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