Obituaries

May 23, 2026

Ben Keesey, Jr., 75, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Ben was the son of the late Benjamin Franklin Keesey, Sr. and Betty (Pawloski) Keesey.

Ben was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. A huge family man and a genuinely good all-around guy, he was known for his...

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...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Jun 2, 2026

Patrick Joseph Moro, age 67, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Born in Columbus, Ohio, Pat was the beloved son of the late John Anthony Moro and Emma Teresa (Flacche) Moro and was one of six boys in a close-knit Italian family. Patrick was a proud graduate of Calvert Hall High School, Class of 1978.

A faithful member...

Jun 2, 2026

Robert "Bob" Poe, age 80, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the beloved son of the late Joshua Ambrose Poe and Victoria (Costea) Poe.

Bob proudly served his country as a veteran and carried that same sense of dedication and service throughout his life. He was a longtime member...

Jun 1, 2026

Dean Eric Cogar, age 61, of Forest Hill, Maryland, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, in Bel Air, Maryland.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Dean was the beloved husband of Barbara Cogar, with whom he shared 39 wonderful years of marriage. Together they built a loving family and a lifetime of cherished memories.

Dean was the devoted father of Michael Cogar and...

Jun 1, 2026

Mr. Charles T. Greenland, of Churchville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026, at the age of 89.

Born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, Charles was the son of the late Alfred Tevis Greenland and Nellie (Walter) Greenland.

Charles was the beloved husband of Elnora Greer Greenland. Together, they shared 57 wonderful years of marriage filled with love, companionship, and...

May 31, 2026

Jacqueline Genevieve Edwards, age 86, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in Abingdon, Maryland.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Jacqueline was the beloved daughter of the late Frank DeCosmo and the late Genevieve (Shininski) DeCosmo.

Jacqueline was a hardworking and devoted woman who enjoyed a long and fulfilling career. She retired in 2014 after ten years with Under...

May 31, 2026

Estrella (Star) Jose Mabini, age 66, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland.

Born in the Philippines, Estrella was the beloved daughter of the late Dennis Quiamas Mabini and the late Pilar (Jose) Mabini.

Estrella was a dedicated professional who devoted 34 years of service to the Department of Defense at Edgewood Arsenal, where she worked as a Training...

May 30, 2026

It is with deep love and gratitude that we celebrate the life of Ada Viola Moore, who peacefully departed this life at the age of 83. Ada was born on February 4, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, and was called home to rest after a lengthy illness. She was a proud daughter of the city that she cherished throughout her life....

May 30, 2026

Joseph Henry Bandzwolek, age 79, of Fallston, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Joseph was the beloved son of the late Andrew James Bandzwolek and Miriam (Mason) Bandzwolek.

Joseph proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose greatest joy in life was his...