Obituaries

Jan 1, 2025

Susan is preceded in death by her husband William Cooley and her parents Louis and Margaret Loeffler (Harper). Susan loved animals, especially dogs. She enjoyed shopping after retirement and was a collector of Teddy Bears. Susan was a founding member of Good Bears of the World. Donations may be made in Susan's memory to, Good Bears of the World, https://www.bearsandbuds.com/

Dec 31, 2024

Dec 31, 2024

Deborah Kay McCallum "Deb-we," age 74, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at Gilchrist Hospice in Towson, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Elizabeth (Bigglow) Oliver and the beloved spouse of Barbara J. Gehrman.

Deborah was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother, known for her strength, loyalty, and unwavering devotion...

Dec 31, 2024

Larry Michael Komenda Sr., 71, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Born in Miami, Florida, he was the beloved son of John and Ruth (Wagner) Komenda and the devoted husband of Annette (Massoni) Komenda, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and partnership since their first meeting on...

Dec 31, 2024

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Gary Thomas Russo, age 73, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024. Born in Staten Island, New York, Gary was the son of the late Joseph and Dolores (O'Boyle) Russo and the devoted husband of 51 years to his high school sweetheart, Joan Russo.

Gary had a passion for...

Dec 30, 2024

Daniel R. Scheffler, age 63, of Belcamp, Maryland, passed away on December 30, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Hardin, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Ottmar and Lucia (Scheffka) Scheffler and the beloved husband of Patrizia (Friggi) Scheffler for 30 years.

Daniel retired in May 2023 after over 36 years of dedicated...

Dec 30, 2024

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Polly Virginia Shunk

On December 30, 2024; our precious mother, Polly Virginia Shunk (nee Harris), 77, entered into the presence of the Lord and into the waiting arms of her true love, Bill. She died peacefully at her home in Edgewood, MD. With family...

Dec 30, 2024

Betty Anne Poole, age 84, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on December 30, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Robert A. and Mary E. (Panzarella) Ragan and the beloved wife of the late Russell O. Poole.

Betty Anne worked for several years as an administrative assistant...

Dec 30, 2024

Diana Lynn Thomas, age 64, of Street, Maryland, passed away on December 30, 2024. Born in Aurora, Colorado, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Maria G Bowie.

Diana loved spending time outdoors, whether boating and enjoying the water during the summer months, tending to the flower garden, or visiting the beach. She had a passion for the Renaissance...

Dec 29, 2024

Blane Michael Boeri, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Maria, his two sons and their spouses Blane & Annie, Michael & Chelsea, grandchildren Serafina, Banks, and Castor, loving sister Michele, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews, and nieces. Blane was preceded in death...

Dec 27, 2024

Carolyn Morrison, age 90, of Colora, Maryland, passed away on December 27, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Stillwater, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Bernice (Krause) MacArthur.

Carolyn was married to her beloved husband, David Morrison, for 60 wonderful years. Their journey together began with their marriage at West Nottingham...

Dec 27, 2024

David C. Forties, age 77, of Churchville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024, at Bel Air Assisted Living in Bel Air, Maryland.

Born in Cumberland, North Carolina, David was the son of the late Robert and Joan (Tuffnell) Forties and the beloved husband of Carolyn Jane Forties.

A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, David was a social member of...

Dec 27, 2024

Nancy Frances Wilson Pace, age 87, of Lititz, Pennsylvania passed away on December 27, 2024, Moravian Manor in Lititz, Pennsylvania. Born in Ashe County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late George and Bertha (Roten) Welch. Nancy retired from the US Government department of ARMY after 37 years of dedicated service. She was a former member of Oak...

Dec 27, 2024

Linda Ann Duncan, age 79, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away on December 27, 2024, surrounded by her family at Gilchrist Hospice @ GBMC in Towson, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Emery Dunkle and Helen Rose (Shanberger) Dunkle.

Linda was a cherished member of the Bel Air Women's Club, St. Mark's Catholic Church,...

Dec 27, 2024

William Clayton Schmidt, age 61, of Pylesville, Maryland passed away on December 27, 2024. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of Carl and Nancy (Kline) Duncan and husband of Kimberly (maiden name) Schmidt. Family was his entire world. He was a loving and dedicated husband, father, and proud grandfather. He was always there to help the ones he...

Dec 26, 2024

On December 26, 2024, Leonard Clayton Shaw Jr. of White Hall, MD passed away at the age of 74.

Leonard Shaw Jr., affectionately known as Mick by his family and friends, was born on November 6, 1950 in White Hall, MD to Leonard Clayton Shaw Sr. and Agnes Argatha Shaw. Mick graduated from Hereford High school in 1970. Upon graduation, he...

Dec 25, 2024

Mrs. Margaret Dodge Smith 91, of Harford County, Maryland, peacefully entered into eternity on Christmas morning 2024, celebrating the day with her beloved Lord and Savior, Jesus. Born on April 23, 1933 in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the youngest daughter of the late John William Clabaugh, Sr. and Martha Elizabeth (Krug) Clabaugh.

Marge spent her early years in Baltimore City, where...

Dec 25, 2024

Roger Randall Butash, age 68, of Joppa, Maryland, passed away suddenly on December 25, 2024, at his home. Born in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of Clarence Allen Butash and Betty Lynn (Moore) Butash, and the beloved husband of the late Dorine (Spurlin) Butash, with whom he shared 37 years of marriage. He had two daughters Kara Lynn Butash...

Dec 25, 2024

Kelso Miller, age 95, of Joppa, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland.

Born in Birds Nest, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late William and Josie (Webb) Ward and the beloved wife of the late Richard Miller. Kelso was a devoted member of The Church of the Resurrection and...

Dec 24, 2024

Lorraine "Lorrie" Lepito, 73, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at Johns Hopkins Medical Center in Baltimore. Born in Waterbury, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Bernice (Bradley) Mecca. She shared a loving marriage of 50 years with her husband, Robert John Lepito, until their 50th wedding anniversary in April 2024. 

Lorrie...