Obituaries

Mar 18, 2024

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 1-5 pm at Jeff and Tanya's house.

Mar 18, 2024

Vernon Lee DeHaven, a cherished resident of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 18, 2024, at the age of 66. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the beloved son of the late Ruth (Guthlein) Wissman. His memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

Vernon has been with the ARC since 1998. He was the esteemed...

Mar 18, 2024

Joan Naomi Koehler, age 82, a beloved resident of Middle River, Maryland, passed away on March 18, 2024, at Brightview Assisted Living of Bel Air in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Joan was the cherished daughter of the late Donald and Emily (Stambaugh) Hare and was preceded in death by her loving husband, Fred Koehler.

Joan lived a vibrant...

Mar 18, 2024

Satwant Singh Chona, age 86 Years, of Abingdon, Maryland passed away on March 18, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.Born in Bangkok, Thailand, he was the son of late Sundar Singh Chona and late Balwant Kaur Chona nee Bawa and loving husband of 64 years to Daljit Kaur Chona.He was a well-achieved architect in the state of Maryland,...

Mar 18, 2024

Patricia (Pat) E. Chizmar, long time Bel Air resident who spent almost her entire working career employed at bygone businesses along the town’s Main Street, passed away March 18 at her Brooks Road home with family at her bedside. She was 85 years old.Thirteen years ago, Pat was diagnosed with cancer. She fought it, and until just recently there was...

Mar 17, 2024

Skip "BJ" Kreiner Jr., age 72, of Edgewood, Maryland, passed away on March 17, 2024, at Franklin Square Hospital in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Newport News, Virginia, he was the beloved son of the late Benedict Kreiner Sr. and Elizabeth (Wilson) Brewington. Skip was one of nine children.  Skip proudly served his country as a veteran of the U.S. Air...

Mar 17, 2024

Richard Louis Briney, age 69, of Churchville, Maryland, passed away on March 17, 2024, at Franklin Square Hospital in Rosedale, Maryland. He was born in Maryland to the late William and Evelyn (Sheridan) Briney and was the beloved husband of Mary Annette Briney.Richard had a passion for golf and cherished spending time on the green. He was an avid sports...

Mar 16, 2024

Mary Ellen Brandis was born in Darby, Pennsylvania, to Bernadette Dolores (McDevitt) Brandis and the late Francis Thomas Brandis Sr. She was a cherished daughter, deeply loved and admired by her family and friends.

Mary Ellen's life was defined by her unwavering devotion to her loved ones. She found joy in spending quality time with family and friends, creating cherished memories...

Mar 14, 2024

Joann Handlir, 81, of Abingdon Maryland, passed away on March 14, 2024 at her home with her family by her side.Joann was born on May 28th, 1942 to Joseph and Ernestine (Stipes) Collins in Norton, Virginia. After completing school in Virginia, She went on to begin her career in hospitality which led her to relocating to Baltimore, Maryland at the...

Mar 14, 2024

In loving memory of Jean Ann Brown, age 86, who passed away on March 14, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Jean was born in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Ross Horlocker and Geraldine Behers and was the beloved wife of the late Richard Brown. Jean's life was deeply rooted in faith and community. She was a...

Mar 13, 2024

John Michael Markowski, age 76, of Jarrettsville, Maryland passed away on March 13, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Dorcsak) Markowski and husband of 52 years to Mary (Brantner) Markowski. He was a veteran of the U.S.Army. He was a member of...

Mar 13, 2024

Robin Keener, age 64, of Bel Air, MD, passed away peacefully at her home on March 13, 2024. Born on August 4th, 1959, in Towson, MD, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Ellen Dolores Keener. Robin is survived by her two sisters, Penny and Lorie; five nieces; countless friends; her tenacious cat, Oliver; and by the countless...

Mar 12, 2024

Ralph Ashbrook, age 94, of Abingdon, Maryland passed away on March 12, 2024, at Stella Maris Hospice in Timonium, Maryland. Born in Newhall, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Leman and Pansy (Woodall) Ashbrook and husband of Anna (Caudill) Ashbrook. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Ralph retired as a Captain after 30 years of...

Mar 12, 2024

A.C. Billings, a beloved resident of Joppa, Maryland, peacefully passed away on March 12, 2024, at the age of 89. Born in Springfield, North Carolina, A.C. was the cherished son of Everett and Annie Billings and the devoted husband of the late Norma (Reno) Billings. He spent most of his life in Harford County, where he made lasting impressions on...

Mar 12, 2024

Richard "Richie" Robert Basilone, Sr., age 67, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, passed away on March 12, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Richie was the beloved son of the late James and Josephine (Polcini) Basilone and a devoted husband to Kathleen “Kathy” Basilone for 45 wonderful years.

Richie had a fulfilling career as a...

Mar 11, 2024

Mar 10, 2024

In loving memory of Clifford Ross Curtian, Sr., a cherished husband, father, and friend, who suddenly passed away at the age of 87.  Born on March 31, 1935, Clifford’s journey through life was one of dedication, laughter, and love. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his memory will forever live on.

Clifford was...

Mar 10, 2024

Russell N. Prather, a devoted resident of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home on March 10, 2024, at the age of 77. Born and raised in Maryland, Russell was the cherished son of the late Edwin and Louise (Kahler) Prather.Russell’s career spanned more than 35 years as an expert in body armor and ballistics at Aberdeen Proving...

Mar 9, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Rosser, age 88, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 9, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Wallace and Helen (Black) Walters and the beloved wife of the late William Rosser.Elizabeth, known affectionately as Ann, was a remarkable cook, renowned for her...

Mar 8, 2024

Patricia lived a rich and fulfilling life, finding joy in various activities. She married her late husband, Donald R. Kaminski, at the age of 17. She was an avid bingo player, a skilled bowler, and a passionate traveler. Pat and Don explored every state in the country, either towing a camper or cruising in a motorhome. To witness the beauty...