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Christopher Drummond Obituary

It is with great sadness and much love that the family of Christopher F. Drummond of Queenstown, MD, announces his passing on March 16, 2024, due to a heart attack while doing something he loved - cycling. Chris was born in London, England, on July 21, 1954, to the late Anthony Drummond and the late Dorothy Drummond Parker. He immigrated with his parents in 1955. He graduated cum laude from the University of Maryland in 1976 and the University of Maryland School of Law in 1980 with honors. He passed the bar exam and was admitted to legal practice in 1980. He was an associate at an Annapolis law firm before he opened his practice in 1983 in Centreville, MD. He represented a broad range of individual, corporate, and local government clients. He was a loving and caring father who offered support and steady guidance to achieve their goals. He and his wife Cindy were true partners as they navigated tough times and celebrated the good times throughout their marriage. Also as a dedicated husband of 35 years, he would do anything for Cindy from building her a "she shed" to championing her in the pursuit of achieving her master's degree. Chris is survived by his wife Cindy and his children: Ian (Shannon) of Copenhagen, Denmark; and Mallory (Benen) of Falls Church, VA. His siblings also survive him: Susan Vianna of Chester, MD; Colin Drummond (Kathleen) of Maple Glen, PA; Alison Wilson (Craig) of Charlottesville, VA; and his brother-in-law Charlie Mead, Chester, MD. He is also survived by his father-in-law James E. "Ed" Wignall (Sandy); his sisters-in-law Joanne Bullock (Donald) of Harrington, DE, and Bonnie Jackson (Gary) of Stevensville, MD; and his brothers-in-law Robert Ridgeway (Kristin) of Marco Island, FL, and Donald Tasker III of Cocoa, FL. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. He is preceded in death by his daughter Katherine, his parents, his sister Barbara Mead, and his sister-in-law Janet Wignall. A memorial service will be held on March 27, 2024, at St. Christopher's Catholic Church in Chester, MD, at 10:00 am. A private burial will be held immediately after the service. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that you consider making a memorial donation to BasenjiRescue.org or Queen Anne's County Animal Services.

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Published by The Capital Gazette on Mar. 22, 2024.

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Leeanne Morrison

March 23, 2024

Shocked! Chris was my attorney when I lived on Kent Island. Brilliant man! I live out of state and have for almost a decade now but I will always remember his tenacity and brilliance. My heartfelt prayers go out to his family. May he rest in peace.....

Karen Meizner

March 22, 2024

I remember Chris as a brilliant student, great writer, good actor, great debater. We sat close by each other in many classes, and we were in the newspaper and drama clubs together. He had a good sense of humor and I was truly certain that he would go into politics (this was back when reasonable people actually considered it), and do great things. I think a lot of schoolmates found me annoying because I tended to like 'stirring the pot', but Chris was good to bounce ideas off. I remember him as a kind soul.

Tina Marie Saddler

March 21, 2024

I´m so sorry for your loss. Chris was an amazing attorney and an amazing person. He had the morals of a saint and heart of gold and when he smiled, he lit up the room. He assisted me With a couple different cases and went beyond the mile to help me what a sad day this is send my condolences to his family praying for peace

Paul Family

March 20, 2024

Meeting Chris and Cindy through our daughters, Mallory and Lauren, was the start of a great friendship. We have spent many hours, days, nights, and weekends together. Our family and friends became your family and friends and vice versa! We have had birthday parties, first communion parties, holiday parties, and of course BOATING WEEKENDS! Chris sold Pete and I our first boat- The Wellcraft!! I remember he took Pete out boating and gave him a crash course- here you go - you´ll be fine, it´s easy! We then upgraded our boat and had so many great summer adventures with the Buniskis and later, the Duncan´s and the Yovienne´s!
Chris´s laugh lit up the room! He was smart, funny and always had an offhand comment to make here and there.
We loved his wrinkled and stained suits, stained shirts, and no socks.. I often wondered if the judges were like- "Christopher Drummond can you please iron your shirts!"
His dry humor and quiet strength will be missed by all...
Mr. Drummond, as I fondly called him, thank you for all the good-times, the bad times and the best laughs! Rest in peace our friend, we will see you on the flip side...
Love- Pete, Barb, Lauren, Peter, and Sarah

March 20, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Pat and Trish Hendrie

Kathy Jacobs

March 20, 2024

My memory of Chris is twofold. I always thought he did a brilliant job in the plays and productions put on by St Mary´s High School Drama Club. He was very good and his love of the theater just came through in his performances. Second, he was the best big brother. I have watched over the years as he always was there for my friend, his sister, Susan Vianna.
He leaves big shoes to fill .

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