Obituaries

Local obituaries for Abingdon, Bel Air, Jarrettsville, MD, and surrounding areas.

Donald Stephen Gross

Donald Stephen Gross

Jun 15, 2026

Donald Stephen Gross, 75, of Street, Maryland, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Donald spent the majority of his life in Harford County, where he built a life centered on family, hard work, and the simple pleasures he cherished.

Donald was the beloved son of the late Donald Eugene Gross and Lucille (Slade) Gross.

A proud graduate...

Nancy L. Gibson

Nancy L. Gibson

Jun 15, 2026

Nancy Lee Gibson, née Clawson, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, in Forest Hill, Maryland, at the age of 87.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on January 29, 1939, Nancy was the daughter of Clarence Clawson, Sr. and Olivia Clawson. She attended Maryland State Teachers College, now Towson University, and devoted her life to caring for others as both a nursery...

Dorothy E. Marcum

Dorothy E. Marcum

Jun 12, 2026

Dorothy E. Marcum, age 91, of Delta, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Dorothy was the beloved daughter of the late John Henry Thomas Hendriksen and Helen Nancy (Welsh) Hendriksen.

Dorothy shared a loving marriage of more than 55 years with her late husband, Lynn Dolan Marcum, who preceded her in death. Together they built...

Patricia Luella Green

Patricia Luella Green

Jun 12, 2026

Patricia Luella Green, age 88, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026.

Born in Barton, Maryland, Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late James Allan Martin and Lillian Blanche (Miller) Martin. She was also preceded in death by her devoted husband, Alvin C. Green; her sister, Naomi Karlowitz; and her brother, George Raymond.

Patricia lived a life...

Carol Ann Albany

Carol Ann Albany

Jun 11, 2026

Carol Ann Albany (Campbell), 79, passed away on June 11, 2026. Carol was the loving wife of George Albany, Sr. who passed away in 2020. George and Carol met at work and bonded over being from Philly and hanging out on the corner. Throughout George’s career they moved the family several times, and Carol was always quick to make the...

Constance "Connie" (Skidmore) Clark

Constance "Connie" (Skidmore) Clark

Jun 11, 2026

It is with deep love and gratitude that we celebrate the life of Constance "Connie" (Skidmore) Clark, who passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 11, 2026, in Bel Air, Maryland, at the age of 92.

Born January 16, 1934 in Junior, West Virginia, Connie was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas Freeman Skidmore and Phyllis Marie (Corley) Skidmore. She lived...

Claire Shelia Sopher

Claire Shelia Sopher

Jun 10, 2026

Claire Shelia Sopher, age 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Claire was the beloved daughter of the late Herman Cornblatt and Annette (Levinson) Cornblatt.

Claire lived a vibrant and meaningful life marked by creativity, compassion, faith, and a genuine love for others. She worked as a teacher and later devoted time to promotional work for...

Constance Whaley Fassett

Constance Whaley Fassett

Jun 10, 2026

If you stop to look up the meaning of "Legend" in the dictionary, you are sure to find the picture and biography of one Constance "Connie" Whaley Fassett. The legendary Bel Air High School teacher and coach peacefully passed away June 10, 2026, following a brief illness. She was 92.

Born in Easton Memorial Hospital on September 11, 1933, Connie, the...

Charles Randolph Crites

Charles Randolph Crites

Jun 9, 2026

Charles Randolph Crites, age 67, of Leon, West Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Charles was the beloved son of the late Raymond Ray Crites and the late Marlene (Johnson) Crites.

Charles was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who found his greatest joy in spending time with those he loved. He especially treasured...

Paul Jerome Boone, Sr.

Paul Jerome Boone, Sr.

Jun 8, 2026

Paul Jerome Boone, Sr., age 81, of Edgewood, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late William A. Boone, Sr. and Ruth (Swift) Boone.

Paul dedicated his life to public service, public safety, and caring for others. He proudly served with the Baltimore City Police Department for more than...

Lena Eugenia Harris

Lena Eugenia Harris

Jun 8, 2026

Mrs. Lena Eugenia Harris, age 79, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026.

Born in Grayson County, Virginia, Lena was the daughter of the late Stella Eugenia (Moses) Green. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Calvin Douglas Harris, Sr.; and her sister, Evelyn Moses.

Lena was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and...

John Robert Webb

John Robert Webb

Jun 7, 2026

John Robert Webb was a quiet man of conviction. He was the third child of Robert and Francis Webb. From his parents he acquired the strength of commitment.

On a beautiful Chicago summer day he informed his future wife, Cathy, that his life had a focus – to take care of others. And, that is what he did.

He walked beside his...

Roger Lee Yeaton

Roger Lee Yeaton

Jun 7, 2026

Roger Lee Yeaton, 60, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Bel Air, Maryland.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Roger was the beloved son of Catherine Joyce (Pitt) Yoka and the late Roger Lee Yeaton. He graduated from high school in the summer of 1983 and carried with him a warmth and loyalty that touched everyone fortunate enough...

Sandra Kay Ayres

Sandra Kay Ayres

Jun 5, 2026

Sandra Kay Ayres, of Aberdeen, Maryland, passed away on June 5, 2026, at the age of 70. "Kay" as she was affectionately known, was lovingly devoted to her husband, Norman Lee Ayres Jr., for 47 wonderful years. She was the most caring, supportive, understanding, and compassionate lady; family was her world. Her greatest joy was being surrounded by all those...

Stephen Louis Arreguin

Stephen Louis Arreguin

Jun 4, 2026

Stephen Louis Arreguin, age 73, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Stephen was the beloved son of the late Louis Montanez Arreguin and Bessie Meda (McCord) Arreguin.

Stephen was the devoted husband of Karen Margaret (Keller) Arreguin, with whom he shared 47½ wonderful years of marriage. Together they built a loving family and...

Richard E. Bishop

Richard E. Bishop

Jun 3, 2026

Richard “Dick” Edward Bishop, age 89, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

Born in Gallitzin, Pennsylvania, Dick was the beloved son of the late Irvin Regis Bishop and the late Jane Frances (Burns) Bishop.

Dick was the devoted husband of Stella Helen (Wojtarowicz) Bishop and was blessed to share 66 years of marriage with his best...

Mary Lou Kelso

Mary Lou Kelso

Jun 3, 2026

Mary Lou Kelso was born on July 7, 1937, in Baltimore Maryland. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on June 3, 2026 just short of her 89th birthday. She fought a valiant fight to the end. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Alvina Johns of Baltimore, her husband of 66 years Charles...