Obituaries

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

Bryan Edward Frei

Bryan Edward Frei

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...

Gerald "Jerry" Graumann

Gerald "Jerry" Graumann

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...

Arnold "Nelson" Gilmer, Jr.

Arnold "Nelson" Gilmer, Jr.

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...

Frank Thomas Secret, Sr.

Frank Thomas Secret, Sr.

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...

Richard Edward Thurfield, Sr.

Richard Edward Thurfield, Sr.

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...

Laura Ann Nalls

Laura Ann Nalls

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...

Robert Rowland

Robert Rowland

Apr 8, 2024

Robert Rowland, aged 69, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on April 8, 2024, at Franklin Square Hospital in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, he was the beloved son of the late Norman and Narcisa (Campo) Rowland, and devoted husband of Cheryl Rowland for 43 years. Robert was a pillar of his community and a dedicated member of St....

James Edward Barnes

James Edward Barnes

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...

Fred G. Hachenberg, III

Fred G. Hachenberg, III

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...

Elaine T. Harper, née Wong

Elaine T. Harper, née Wong

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...

Paul A. Hutchins

Paul A. Hutchins

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...

Beverly Ann Hibbs

Beverly Ann Hibbs

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...

Clifford Taylor

Clifford Taylor

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....

Helen L. Jacobs

Helen L. Jacobs

Apr 2, 2024

Helen L. Jacobs, passed away on April 2, 2024, at the age of 98, at York Memorial Hospital in York, PA. Helen's journey began in Towson, Maryland, where she was born to the late George and Laura (Simms) Heubeck, and later became the beloved wife of the late Clayton Albert Jacobs, Sr.

Helen's devotion to her late husband Clayton remained steadfast...

Albert Donald Fassett

Albert Donald Fassett

Apr 2, 2024

If ever a life epitomized the lyrics of the song "My Way," with an ever-present injection of humor, it was that of Albert Donald "Don" Fassett. The beloved Harford County high school teacher/coach passed away of natural causes April 2, 2024, at Lorien Bel Air. He was 99. 

Born August 1, 1924, in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, Don was the youngest of...

Frank Harry Sevick, Jr.

Frank Harry Sevick, Jr.

Apr 2, 2024

Frank Harry Sevick, Jr., age 85, of Abell Marland passed away on April 2, 2024, at Forest Hill Heights in Forest Hill, Maryland.  Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Frank and Rhea Sevick. After his time in the army, he worked as an Office Engineer for the Corps of Engineers where he retired. Frank had...

Kevyn Edward Knight

Kevyn Edward Knight

Mar 31, 2024

Kevyn Edward Knight, 25, of Conowingo, Maryland, passed away on March 31, 2024, at Franklin Square Hospital in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the beloved son of Tanya (Bardo) Ey, Johnny Ey, and the late Edward Knight. Kevyn was a major car and motorcycle enthusiast, finding joy in the roar of engines. He cherished his family and...

Hannah T. George Koziski

Hannah T. George Koziski

Mar 31, 2024

Hannah T. George Koziski, age 79 of Greenville, DE. died peacefully on Easter Sunday at home with her husband of 55 years by her side, after a courageous 6-year battle with cancer. Hannah, a life- long resident of Delaware was born to the late Peter J. George and Elizabeth D. Brookes on May 3, 1944. In her husband’s words “Hannah...

Shirley Ann Lauritsen

Shirley Ann Lauritsen

Mar 31, 2024

Shirley Ann (Mosher) Lauritsen, 94, peacefully passed away on March 31, 2024, at Aldersgate Retirement Community in Charlotte, NC. Born on April 14, 1930, in Plainfield NJ she was the daughter of Byron Judson and Dorothy Harris Mosher, and sister to the late A. Harris Mosher.  She graduated from the Berkley School of Secretarial Training following high school.  She was...

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