Obituaries

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

George A. Gallant

George A. Gallant

Feb 16, 2025

George Gallant will always be remembered as a great husband, father, and grandfather. He passed away on February 16th, 2025 at the age of 77 in his daughter’s home, surrounded by his loving family. 

George was born January 6th, 1948 in Bangor, Maine. In 1965 he met the love of his life, Cynthia Lynne Gallant, known to her friends and family...

Ken Dawson

Ken Dawson

Feb 16, 2025

Kenneth Dawson died at home on February 16, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on December 19, 1942, to second generation Polish immigrants, Ken was instilled with a strong work ethic and encouraged to value education even though his parents did not complete high school. During a year-long confinement with rheumatic fever at age twelve, Ken learned to play chess and...

Stanley Straub

Stanley Straub

Feb 16, 2025

Stanley Straub, age 76, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on February 16, 2025, at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Edwin and Hilda (Clemens) Straub and the husband of 56 beautiful years to Kathleen M. (Hyman) Straub.

He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Family was his entire world....

Myriam Alberty

Myriam Alberty

Feb 16, 2025

Myriam Alberty, age 82, of Miami, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2025, at Sterling Care in Forest Hill, Maryland. Born in Colombia, she was the beloved daughter of the late Pedro Villegas and Maria Giraldo and the devoted wife of the late Jose Alberty.

A woman of grace, creativity, and resilience, Myriam built a successful career as a cosmetologist,...

William Lowe, Jr.

William Lowe, Jr.

Feb 15, 2025

William C. Lowe Jr., age 76, of Parkville, Maryland, passed away on February 15, 2025, at Oak Crest Senior Living in Parkville, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of William and Carmelina (Biondo) Lowe. He graduated from Archbishop Curley High School in Baltimore City.

William worked in construction as a member of the International Association of Heat and...

John Thomas Baumgardner

John Thomas Baumgardner

Feb 14, 2025

John Thomas Baumgardner, 70, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, with his loving family at his side. His battle with serious medical issues and defying the expectations of multiple diagnoses over the last decade showed his courage, resiliency and strength in facing life’s challenges. Born in Baltimore, on August 18, 1954, he played many sports...

Janice M. McCarthy

Janice M. McCarthy

Feb 13, 2025

 Janice M. McCarthy, 88, of Belcamp, Maryland, passed away on February 13, 2025, at Stella Maris Hospice in Timonium, Maryland. Born in Juniata, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Valentine and Maude (Brown) Lilly and the beloved wife of 67 years to the late Richard J. McCarthy, who lovingly referred to her as "My Beauty."

 A devoted Catholic, Janice...

Donna Jean Sheppard Mitchum

Donna Jean Sheppard Mitchum

Feb 13, 2025

Donna Jean Sheppard Mitchum, 64, of Havre de Grace, Maryland, passed away on February 13, 2025. Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of Nancy (Wagner) Hartman and the late Eugene Sheppard.

Donna was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who took immense pride in her family. She had a vibrant personality and a gift for conversation, making her a natural...

Gary George Homer

Gary George Homer

Feb 13, 2025

Gary George Homer, age 67, of Havre de Grace, Maryland, passed away on February 13, 2025. Born and raised in Havre de Grace, he was the son of the late Arthur and Juanita (Durman) Homer.

Gary was a homebody who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved watching football and listening to the radio, appreciating music across all...

Terry Henry Clinton Mullins

Terry Henry Clinton Mullins

Feb 12, 2025

Terry Henry Clinton Mullins, 79, of Kernersville, North Carolina, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on February 12, 2025. Born in Jenkins, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Henry and Carolina Mullins and the devoted husband of the late Evelyn Yarlene Mullins.

Terry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a devoted father to...

Charlotte V. Schofield

Charlotte V. Schofield

Feb 12, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charlotte Virginia Schofield (Cage) of Bel Air, MD. who passed away on Feb. 12, 2025, at the age of 95.

Charlotte was born on April 9, 1929, to Harvey Franklin Cage and Laura Belle Cage in Harford County, MD. Her father died when she was just 4 years old, and...

Oluyinka Adeyinka Adeosun

Oluyinka Adeyinka Adeosun

Feb 10, 2025

Olusegun Adeyinka Adeosun, age 62, of Edgewood, Maryland, passed away on February 10, 2025, at Franklin Square Hospital in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Oyo State, Nigeria, he was the beloved son of Emmanuel Adebola Bolaji Adeosun & Comfort Iyabo Adediji, and a devoted husband of Oluwakemi Adeosun. Adeyinka was a man of discipline, perseverance and dedication. 

With a strong passion for...

Bobbie Gail Milton

Bobbie Gail Milton

Feb 10, 2025

Bobbie Gail Milton (Gail), age 83, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away after a short illness on February 10, 2025, in Bel Air. Born on March 27, 1941 in Baldwyn, Mississippi, she was the daughter of the late Allen and Beatrice (Crawley) Ricks. She was a beautiful person inside and out who always welcomed everyone with her warmth, grace and...

Michael Eugene Kloid

Michael Eugene Kloid

Feb 10, 2025

Michael Eugene Kloid, 69, of Parkville, Maryland, passed away on February 10, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Joseph and Shirley (Bush) Kloid and the beloved husband of Michele (Hoppa) Kloid.

Michael had a deep love for music and was the lead singer of the band High Sierra. His passion for music remained with him...

Dennis "Denny" Wayne Huckeba

Dennis "Denny" Wayne Huckeba

Feb 9, 2025

Dennis "Denny" Wayne Huckeba, 74, of Bel Air, Maryland, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on February 9, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Jewel (Kelley) Wheeler and the devoted husband of Barbara Jane Huckeba.

Denny lived his life with a strong faith in God. He trusted in the promises...

Edwin Patricio Mejia

Edwin Patricio Mejia

Feb 9, 2025

Edwin Patricio Mejia, age 63, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on February 9, 2025, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center. Born in Quito, Ecuador, he was the son of Blanca Flores and the late Luis Mejia and the stepson of Piedad Mejia. He was the beloved husband of Sandra E. Mejia.

Edwin dedicated his life to serving others, retiring in 2023...

Elaine "Geckie" Tich

Elaine "Geckie" Tich

Feb 9, 2025

Elaine "Geckie" Tich, age 83, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Ida (Jacobson) Stein and wife of the late Gerald Tich. She will be greatly missed.

Elaine is survived by her by her sister,...

Rebecca Lynne Fender

Rebecca Lynne Fender

Feb 8, 2025

Rebecca Lynne Fender, age 69, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away on February 8, 2025, at AccentCare @ Franklin Square in Rosedale, Maryland.

Born in Harford County, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Helen (Pace) Wampler and the beloved wife of the late Ray R. Fender. Rebecca and her family were originally from Appalachia, and she remained deeply...

Nanette Fabray Hopkins

Nanette Fabray Hopkins

Feb 8, 2025

Nanette Fabray Hopkins, age 71, of Forest Hill, Maryland, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, at Senator Bob Hooper House. Born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, she was the beloved daughter of the late Charles and E. Lauretta (Grafton) Phillips and the devoted wife of Carroll Hopkins.

Nanette had a deep love for animals, especially horses and her cherished dogs....

Anna S. Koch

Anna S. Koch

Feb 7, 2025

Anna S. Koch (née Stiles), age 99, of Joppa, Maryland, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, at Lorien Bel Air in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Strongstown, Pennsylvania, she was the beloved daughter of the late Roy and Viola (Bracken) Stiles and the devoted wife of the late Robert Koch.

A proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, Anna lived a...