Obituaries

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

Mary Ellen Brandis

Mary Ellen Brandis

Mar 16, 2024

Mary Ellen Brandis was born in Darby, Pennsylvania, to Bernadette Dolores (McDevitt) Brandis and the late Francis Thomas Brandis Sr. She was a cherished daughter, deeply loved and admired by her family and friends.

Mary Ellen's life was defined by her unwavering devotion to her loved ones. She found joy in spending quality time with family and friends, creating cherished memories...

Joann Handlir

Joann Handlir

Mar 14, 2024

Joann Handlir, 81, of Abingdon Maryland, passed away on March 14, 2024 at her home with her family by her side.Joann was born on May 28th, 1942 to Joseph and Ernestine (Stipes) Collins in Norton, Virginia. After completing school in Virginia, She went on to begin her career in hospitality which led her to relocating to Baltimore, Maryland at the...

Jean Ann Brown

Jean Ann Brown

Mar 14, 2024

In loving memory of Jean Ann Brown, age 86, who passed away on March 14, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Jean was born in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Ross Horlocker and Geraldine Behers and was the beloved wife of the late Richard Brown. Jean's life was deeply rooted in faith and community. She was a...

John Michael Markowski

John Michael Markowski

Mar 13, 2024

John Michael Markowski, age 76, of Jarrettsville, Maryland passed away on March 13, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Dorcsak) Markowski and husband of 52 years to Mary (Brantner) Markowski. He was a veteran of the U.S.Army. He was a member of...

A.C. Billings

A.C. Billings

Mar 12, 2024

A.C. Billings, a beloved resident of Joppa, Maryland, peacefully passed away on March 12, 2024, at the age of 89. Born in Springfield, North Carolina, A.C. was the cherished son of Everett and Annie Billings and the devoted husband of the late Norma (Reno) Billings. He spent most of his life in Harford County, where he made lasting impressions on...

Richard "Richie" Robert Basilone, Sr.

Richard "Richie" Robert Basilone, Sr.

Mar 12, 2024

Richard "Richie" Robert Basilone, Sr., age 67, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, passed away on March 12, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Richie was the beloved son of the late James and Josephine (Polcini) Basilone and a devoted husband to Kathleen “Kathy” Basilone for 45 wonderful years.

Richie had a fulfilling career as a...

Clifford Ross Curtian, Sr.

Clifford Ross Curtian, Sr.

Mar 10, 2024

In loving memory of Clifford Ross Curtian, Sr., a cherished husband, father, and friend, who suddenly passed away at the age of 87.  Born on March 31, 1935, Clifford’s journey through life was one of dedication, laughter, and love. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his memory will forever live on.

Clifford was...

Russell N. Prather

Russell N. Prather

Mar 10, 2024

Russell N. Prather, a devoted resident of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home on March 10, 2024, at the age of 77. Born and raised in Maryland, Russell was the cherished son of the late Edwin and Louise (Kahler) Prather.Russell’s career spanned more than 35 years as an expert in body armor and ballistics at Aberdeen Proving...

Elizabeth Ann Rosser

Elizabeth Ann Rosser

Mar 9, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Rosser, age 88, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 9, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Wallace and Helen (Black) Walters and the beloved wife of the late William Rosser.Elizabeth, known affectionately as Ann, was a remarkable cook, renowned for her...

Patricia Carolyn Kaminski

Patricia Carolyn Kaminski

Mar 8, 2024

Patricia lived a rich and fulfilling life, finding joy in various activities. She married her late husband, Donald R. Kaminski, at the age of 17. She was an avid bingo player, a skilled bowler, and a passionate traveler. Pat and Don explored every state in the country, either towing a camper or cruising in a motorhome. To witness the beauty...

John T. Lohmeyer, Jr.

John T. Lohmeyer, Jr.

Mar 7, 2024

John T. Lohmeyer Jr., age 88, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, passed away on March 7, 2024, after a pedestrian traffic accident in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of John Thomas Lohmeyer Sr. and Ethel (Richardson) Lohmeyer.

John was a proud member of Operating Engineers Local 37, the Loud Mouth Club of Rosedale, and the NSSA (North South...

James "Jay" C. Lunceford, III

James "Jay" C. Lunceford, III

Mar 7, 2024

James "Jay" C. Lunceford, III of White Marsh, Maryland, passed away surrounded by love on March 7, 2024. After a long battle with metastatic prostate cancer, he is finally at peace. He was 59 years young. Jay was the beloved husband of Joanne M. Van Slyke-Lunceford for 39 years.Jay lived life with a passion for many things. A dedicated Ravens...

Douglas Todd Kress

Douglas Todd Kress

Mar 7, 2024

On March 7, 2024, Douglas Todd Kress, cherished husband of Jane A Kress ( Kelleher ) passed away at Upper Chesapeake Medical System at the age of 76.    Doug was born in Baltimore, the beloved son of the late Michael J and Shirley L (Meeder) Kress.   Doug is a retired Baltimore City Police Lieutenant and after his retirement...

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