Obituaries

Apr 15, 2024

Apr 14, 2024

Ruth Irwin, aged 85, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on April 14, 2024, at Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late John Weber and Cora (Deveaux) Pencek and wife of Leon E. Irwin for 63 years. Ruth dedicated over 15 years of her life in...

Apr 14, 2024

Barbara Edwards Welch passed away Sunday, April 14.

Barbara was born in Maryland in 1944 and spent her early years in Maryland and Pennsylvania before her family settled in Harford County.   She graduated from Bel Air High School in 1962 and later attended community college and worked in the Baltimore area, for a time with Westinghouse.

For nearly 25 years, Barbara...

Apr 13, 2024

Sandra Kay O'Loughlin, age 74, of Edgewood, Maryland, passed away on April 13, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late James and Anna (Routzahn) O'Loughlin.Sandra had a zest for life and found joy in simple pleasures. She was known for her delicious homemade family meals, a...

Apr 11, 2024

Apr 11, 2024

Eileen G. Weller, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home in Forest Hill, MD on April 11, 2024, at the age of 80. She was born on June 3, 1943, in Baltimore, MD, to the late Thomas and Florence (Schmidtman) Ganley and was preceded in death by her younger brother Thomas John...

Apr 11, 2024

Bryan Edward Frei, beloved husband, father, son, and brother, left this world on April 11, 2024, at the age of 44, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born in Rosedale, Maryland, Bryan was the son of Edward and Janet (Johnston) Frei. He shared 13 beautiful years of marriage with his devoted wife Kathleen (Preston) Frei.

A dedicated member...

Apr 11, 2024

Apr 11, 2024

Fallston, Maryland - Gerald "Jerry" Graumann, age 87, of Fallston, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home on April 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Jerry was the beloved son of the late Harold Graumann and Margaret (Byrnes) Huizinga. He was the cherished husband of Barbara R. Graumann, with whom he shared a loving bond...

Apr 9, 2024

Arnold "Nelson" Gilmer Jr., age 80, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away peacefully on April 9, 2024, surrounded by family in his home. Born in Lynchburg, Virginia, he was the son of the late Arnold and Frances Gilmer and husband of 45 years to Karen D. Gilmer. He was a member of the National Guard. He was the owner of...

Apr 8, 2024

Frank Thomas Secret Sr., a beloved pillar of faith and family, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, at Stella Maris Hospice in Timonium, Maryland, at the age of 90. Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Frank was the cherished son of the late James and Theresa (Lopez) Secret and the devoted husband of Darlene (nee Spresser) Secret for 68 years.Frank...

Apr 8, 2024

Richard Edward Thurfield, Sr., age 71, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away on April 8, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Charles and Mary Knight Thurfield and was the beloved husband of Barbara Thurfield. Richard was a devoted member of St. Stephens Catholic Church in Kingsville, MD.Known for...

Apr 8, 2024

Laura Ann Nalls, age 84, of Aberdeen, Maryland, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, at her home. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Harry and Laura (McComas) Lee and was the cherished wife of the late Lawrence Leroy Nalls Sr. Laura was a steadfast resident of Perryman, residing in the family home throughout her life.Laura dedicated...

Apr 8, 2024

Apr 7, 2024

James Edward Barnes, age 79, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away on April 7, 2024. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late James and Reathy (Smith) Barnes. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. James retired in 2001 from Bethlehem Steel where he worked for 33 years as a slab yard foreman.  He enjoyed fishing...

Apr 5, 2024

Fred G. Hachenberg, III, age 78, of Aberdeen, Maryland, passed away peacefully surrounded by his beloved family on April 5, 2024. Born in Port Jefferson, New York, he was the son of the late Frederick and Dorothy (Wubbenhorst) Hachenberg and husband of the late Carol (Botti) Hachenberg. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, serving active duty for...

Apr 3, 2024

Beloved by her family and cherished by her community, Elaine T. Harper, née Wong, age 90, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on April 3, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland.Elaine was born in Jamaica and brought the warmth and vibrancy of her culture with her wherever she went. She was the daughter of Charles Kim...

Apr 3, 2024

Paul A. Hutchins, aged 91, of Forest Hill, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home. Born in Yadkinville, North Carolina, he was the beloved son of the late Alvis and Ossie (Edwards) Hutchins. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, H. Carolyn (Boggs) Hutchins.Paul proudly served his country as a veteran of the U.S. Army. He spent his...

Apr 2, 2024

Beverly Ann Hibbs, aged 66, of Belcamp, Maryland, peacefully departed on April 2, 2024, in Forest Hill, Maryland. Born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, she was the cherished daughter of the late Granville and Lucille (Norton) Buchanan, and the devoted wife of the late Edwin Michelle Hibbs.Beverly's vibrant spirit embraced life's simple joys. She found excitement in playing the lottery...

Apr 2, 2024

Clifford Taylor, age 94, passed away on April 2, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. He was born in Haysi, Virginia, to the late William and Mary "Maggie" Taylor and was preceded in death by his loving wife, Iris Taylor.

Clifford's life was marked by a deep commitment to service, beginning with his time in the U.S....