Obituaries

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

James Robert Baldwin

James Robert Baldwin

Jun 25, 2025

James Robert Baldwin, 76, of Street, Maryland, passed away on June 25, 2025.

Born on September 23, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, Jim was a proud Vietnam War veteran who served his country with courage and honor. After his military service in the army, he built a long and dedicated career as a welder at Aberdeen Proving Ground—a trade he approached with...

Howard Clay Salvino

Howard Clay Salvino

Jun 24, 2025

Howard Clay Salvino, age 75, of Joppatowne, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Born in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Dorothy Lee (Rodgers) Salvino and Charles Salvino.

Howard is survived by his former wife and friend, Beverly Ann (Lewis) Salvino, his son, Douglas Aron Salvino; his grandchildren, Caitlyn Noelle Salvino, Ava Grace Salvino, Logan Alexander...

Lov'e Mad'eher Pickett

Lov'e Mad'eher Pickett

Jun 22, 2025

Lov’e Mad’eher Pickett, beloved infant daughter of Ramazjah Jazhmere Ramsey and Germarr Antwan Pickett, Jr., passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Rosedale, Maryland.

Though her time on Earth was brief, Lov’e brought immense love, hope, and joy to all who anticipated her arrival. She will forever be cherished in the hearts of her devoted parents and her loving...

Deborah Lenora Paglia

Deborah Lenora Paglia

Jun 21, 2025

Deborah Lenora Paglia (nee Clark), age 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Lewes, Delaware. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Deborah was the daughter of the late Thomas Clark and Anna Marie (Griffin) Clark.

Deborah was the beloved wife of Patrick James “Jim” Paglia. They shared a remarkable 70 years of marriage filled with love, family and cherished memories....

Richard "Dick" Vitali

Richard "Dick" Vitali

Jun 21, 2025

Richard (Dick) Vitali, age 88 of Bel Air, Maryland passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 21, 2025 after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease – a heartbreaking disease for such a brilliant mind. Richard was born on April 12, 1937, in Hartford, Connecticut, the son of Elsie Danielson and Richard A. Vitali. He has...

Harold Wayne Eller, Jr.

Harold Wayne Eller, Jr.

Jun 20, 2025

Harold Wayne Eller, Jr., age 60, of Havre De Grace, Maryland, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025.

Born in Maryland, Harold was the beloved son of the late Harold Wayne Eller, Sr., and Virginia Denton (Francis) Eller.

Harold is survived by his children: Katie Eller, Matthew Eller, and Natasha McMahon; and his cherished grandchildren: Dakota Banks, Barry Weeks, Jade Weeks, Lorelai...

Mary Theresa Meritis

Mary Theresa Meritis

Jun 19, 2025

Mary Theresa “Mitzie” Meritis, age 66, of Texas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Mary was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph Louis Csizmazia and Jeannine Ida (Kelly) Kirwan. Affectionately known as “Mitzie” by her family and friends, she will be remembered for her warm heart, kind spirit, and her love for crafting and...

Robert James Aigner

Robert James Aigner

Jun 19, 2025

Robert James Aigner, age 60, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 19, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Japan, Robert was the devoted son of the late William Charles Aigner and is survived by his mother, Yoshiko Arata Weller, who lovingly raised him alongside his late stepfather, Percy Weller.

Robert was a strong, loyal, dedicated,...

Ronald Allen Champ

Ronald Allen Champ

Jun 19, 2025

Ronald Allen Champ, age 70, of Aberdeen, Maryland, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Born in Baltimore, he was the beloved son of the late Lonzie Cleveland Champ and Lillian Darlene (Adams) Champ.

Ronald is survived by his devoted wife, Regina Champ; two sons, Robert Champ and his spouse Aaron Daniels and Tyler Champ and his husband Andrew Korotunow, II;...

Edna May Roop

Edna May Roop

Jun 18, 2025

Edna May Roop, age 92, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Born in Elkton, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Dewey May and Lucy Viola (Davis) May and the beloved wife of the late William Rufus Roop.

Edna was a dedicated and hardworking woman. From 1975 to 1993, she and her late...

Louis Gabriel Ginski

Louis Gabriel Ginski

Jun 17, 2025

Louis Gabriel Ginski, age 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Louis was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and a devoted family man, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Louis is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Dorothy Theresa Ginski (née Urbanski). Together, they built a loving family and shared...

Robert J. Stolba

Robert J. Stolba

Jun 16, 2025

Robert J. Stolba, age 82, of Glen Burnie, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 16, 2025.

Born in Maryland, Robert was the son of the late Frank Stolba and Eleanor (Ruotolo) Stolba. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Bruce Stolba.

Robert is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Kathryn “Kay” Stolba (Gough); his loving...

Thomas Scott Kelly Sr.

Thomas Scott Kelly Sr.

Jun 16, 2025

Thomas Scott Kelly Sr., age 69, of Darlington, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 16, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland and raised in Darlington, he was the beloved son of the late Robert Joseph Kelly Jr. and Ann Scott Kelly.

Tom was a devoted father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was survived by his loving children: Kristina...

Richard Scott Remines

Richard Scott Remines

Jun 15, 2025

Richard Scott Remines, age 59, of Rising Sun, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2025.

Born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, Richard was the son of the late Herbert Hoover Remines and Ruth (Crabtree) Remines. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Charles Remines, and Bryan Remines.

Richard is survived by his beloved sons, Isaac Remines and his...

Barbara Jane Fischer

Barbara Jane Fischer

Jun 15, 2025

Barbara Jane Fischer (nee Heaps), age 63, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Born in El Paso, Texas, Barb was the beloved daughter of the late Marilyn Mae (Whiteford) Yeager and her late husband Albert Yeager, and of the late John Bennett Heaps Jr.

Barb was a devoted mother, nana, sister, aunt, and friend. She...

David Michael Karczeski "Snappy"

David Michael Karczeski "Snappy"

Jun 14, 2025

David Michael Karczeski, affectionately known by many as "Snappy," passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Bel Air, Maryland, at the age of 59.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, David was the beloved son of the late Louis Karczeski, Jr., and Patricia Ann (Kuta) Karczeski.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Michelle L. Karczeski (née Hanlin), with whom he would...

Carl Dean Sadler

Carl Dean Sadler

Jun 12, 2025

Carl Dean Sadler, age 62, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Carl was the beloved son of Marylin Virginia (Neuhauser) Bradford and the late Arvin Dean Sadler.

Carl was a hardworking man who took great pride in being a heavy equipment operator. He loved being outdoors and working with his hands. In...

Florence Corbett Traut

Florence Corbett Traut

Jun 12, 2025

Florence Corbett Traut, beloved sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Born in Newburgh, New York, Florence was the daughter of the late James William Corbett and Florence Atkins Corbett. Florence was married to Charles O Hicks Sr. in 1960. They are survived...