Obituaries

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

George Allen Grieves

George Allen Grieves

Dec 24, 2023

George "Allen" Grieves, aged 79, passed away on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2023, at Franklin Square Hospital's Hospice unit. Born in Bel Air at the Fountain Green Maturity Hospital on February 16, 1944, Allen, affectionately known as a "Premmie," spent his first two months being cared for by nurses, leaving a lasting impression of being spoiled from their tender rocking.

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Joan Marie Schramm

Joan Marie Schramm

Dec 22, 2023

Joan Marie Schramm, age 92, of Belcamp, Maryland, peacefully passed away on December 22, 2023, at Harford Memorial Hospital in Havre de Grace, Maryland. Born in White Plains, New York, she was the cherished daughter of the late William and Lillian (Brady) Tobin and the beloved wife of the late August F. Schramm III.

Joan is survived by her devoted...

Bob Cody

Bob Cody

Dec 22, 2023

Bel Air, Maryland – Bob Cody, age 79, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2023. He was born in Louisville, Kentucky, the cherished son of the late Robert and Myrtle (Lee) Cody. Bob was the beloved husband of Diane (Ruckman) Cody, and they would have joyfully celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on December 28, 2023.After completing his Masters Degree at...

Gail Patrick Costello

Gail Patrick Costello

Dec 21, 2023

 

Gail Patrick Costello, age 66, of Belcamp, Maryland, passed away on December 21, 2023 at home. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Harry H. and Edythe M. (Weightman) Patrick. Gail was the beloved wife of Joseph, and they shared 45 wonderful years of marriage. Gail is survived by two sons, Joseph Costello of Bridgewater,...

Ann E. Weaver

Ann E. Weaver

Dec 21, 2023

Ann Everitt Weaver, age 94, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2023, at her home in Bel Air, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Fallston, Maryland, the cherished daughter of the late Emmett and Annabel Everitt. Ann was the devoted wife of the late Edwin Weaver, with whom she shared 69...

Robert J. Sanford

Robert J. Sanford

Dec 21, 2023

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Joseph Sanford, age 84, of Edgewater, MD.  “Joe” was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, as well as a revered Ph.D. professor in Engineering at the University of Maryland.  Dr. Sanford departed from us on December 21, 2023, leaving an indelible mark on his family and the world...

John C. Colt

John C. Colt

Dec 20, 2023

John C. Colt, age 79, of Fallston, Maryland, passed away on December 20, 2023, in Fallston, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Rutger and Augusta Colt and the loving husband of Frances Colt. John was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and dedicated over 40 years of his professional life to James Posey...

Keith William Mellor

Keith William Mellor

Dec 20, 2023

Keith William Mellor, age 62, of Abingdon, Maryland, entered eternal rest on December 20, 2023, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland.  “Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” 1 Corinthians 15:55 NRSV   Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the beloved son of Doris Marie (Unverzagt) Mellor and the late Mark Mellor....

Kevin Joseph Noon

Kevin Joseph Noon

Dec 20, 2023

Kevin Joseph Noon, age 65, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on December 20, 2023, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Hemelt) Noon.Kevin was the beloved husband of Debbie Weikert Noon, and they shared 39 and a half wonderful...

Margaret A. Cameron

Margaret A. Cameron

Dec 20, 2023

Margaret A. Cameron, 98, of White Hall, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2023, at Maryland Masonic Homes in Cockeysville, Maryland. Born in White Hall to H. Ross and L. Adele Almony, Margaret was a lifelong resident of the community. She was the beloved wife of the late Stuart J. Cameron.

Margaret was an active member of her community...

Lisa Cullum-Ritzmann

Lisa Cullum-Ritzmann

Dec 19, 2023

Lisa Cullum-Ritzmann, age 55, of Joppa, Maryland, passed away on December 19, 2023, at Franklin Square Hospital in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Jones) Cullum and the beloved wife of the late Jeffrey Ritzmann.

Lisa was a woman of boundless creativity and craftiness. She found joy in repurposing furniture,...

Claude Emerson Wells

Claude Emerson Wells

Dec 19, 2023

Claude Emerson Wells, 74, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away on December 19, 2023, at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Elkton, Maryland, Claude was the son of the late Guy and Margaret (McMillan) Wells and devoted husband of Cynthia Jean Halse Wells. A proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Claude...

Theresa Ann King

Theresa Ann King

Dec 18, 2023

Theresa Ann Sullivan King, age 52, of Abingdon, Maryland, peacefully passed away on December 18, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. Born in New Jersey, she was the daughter of Kathleen McDonald Sullivan and the late Robert Sullivan.

Theresa worked as a Senior Environmental Scientist with Baltimore Gas and Electric for 17 years. She was a member of the...

William "Bill" Dobbs

William "Bill" Dobbs

Dec 18, 2023

William "Bill" Dobbs, age 83, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on December 18, 2023. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Thomas and Florence (Cernik) Dobbs and the beloved husband of Laura (Ehrman) Dobbs for 34 years. Bill was a dedicated veteran of the U.S. Army, serving his country with honor and pride.

Bill was...

Brian Scott Hooper

Brian Scott Hooper

Dec 17, 2023

Brian Scott Hooper, age 51, of Holtwood, Pennsylvania, passed away on December 17, 2023. He was born in Maryland, the son of the late Senator Bob and Shirley (Cullum) Hooper. He was the youngest of four siblings and much loved.

Scott was an avid reader from a young age. Most lately, that passion was for history. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a wicked chuckle. Scott was well known for...

Carlton Joseph Conway

Carlton Joseph Conway

Dec 17, 2023

 

            CARLTON J CONWAY, age 88, of Bel Air, MD, died on December 17, 2023 at Senator Bob Hooper House in Forest Hill, MD.   Born and raised in Forty Fort, PA, he was the husband of the late Althea J. Conway. Carl enjoyed golfing and also was an avid Baltimore Orioles and Ravens fan. ...

Gary Lee Boettcher

Gary Lee Boettcher

Dec 16, 2023

In loving memory of Gary Lee Boettcher, age 83, of Churchville, Maryland, who passed away on December 16, 2023, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Iowa, he was the son of the late Henry and Irene Boettcher and the devoted husband of Alice (Livecy) Boettcher. Gary served his country with honor as a veteran of...

Mary Elizabeth Dickerson Beegle

Mary Elizabeth Dickerson Beegle

Dec 16, 2023

Elizabeth Beegle, age 82, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away December 16, 2023, at The Commonwealth Senior Living in Bel Air, in Bel Air, Maryland. From Martinsville, Virginia, she was the daughter of Thomas Henry and Elizabeth Higgins Dickerson. Married to her husband Noel for over 54 years before his passing in 2021. She earned a degree in Medical Technology...

Kathy Busick

Kathy Busick

Dec 15, 2023

Kathy Busick, 51, of Edgewood, Maryland, passed away on December 15, 2023. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of Shirley (Hines) Swann and the beloved wife of Donald Busick. Kathy was a vibrant soul who found joy in playing Bingo and had a deep affection for cowboys, supernatural vampires, and werewolves. Her family was the center of her...

Loretta Jean Miller

Loretta Jean Miller

Dec 15, 2023

Loretta Jean Miller, age 74, of Havre de Grace, Maryland peacefully left this earth to finally reunite with her beloved husband Rick on December 15, 2023, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Jackson Branham and Genevieve Fincham O'Conner and wife of the late Frederick L....

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