Obituaries

May 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ana Dolores Murillo, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend. Ana was born in Cali, Colombia, to the late Alberto and Aura Narvaez. She ultimately made her home in Jarrettsville, Maryland, where she lived a full and vibrant life until her peaceful departure from this world on May 12, 2025,...

May 12, 2025

Doris “Dori” Marie Unverzagt Mellor, beloved mother and grandmother, bid us "fare thee well" on May 12, 2025, at the age of 95. She was lovingly known as Dori Mae to her late beloved parents Karl Charles William and Annie Dohrman Unverzagt.

Born on December 16, 1929, in Catonsville, Maryland, she was raised on her father’s dairy farm on the property...

May 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris Bauguess Struve, who left this world on May 12, 2025, at the age of 85 to be with her Lord and Savior. Doris was born on March 26, 1940, in Street, MD, and spent her life dedicated to family, work, and her community.

Doris was a dedicated homemaker. Many...

May 12, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Herman Peter Hagan, Sr., who departed this life on May 12, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on October 26, 1938, in Baltimore, MD, Herman lived a life marked by dedication, love, and service to his family and community.

Herman was a proud veteran of the United States Navy,...

May 11, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Patricia Joan Roberts, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, at the age of 83.

Born on February 27, 1942, in Baltimore, Maryland, Patricia spent her career as a Human Resource Advisor in the insurance industry, where she was known...

May 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Joseph Novotny, a beloved father and cherished grandfather, who departed this world on May 10, 2025, in Bel Air, Maryland. Robert was born on December 5, 1938, in Baltimore, Maryland, and led a life characterized by hard work and dedication.

As a proud steelworker at Bethlehem Steel, Robert exemplified...

May 8, 2025

David Willard “Dave” Amoss, 47, of Fallston, Maryland, passed away on May 8th, 2025. Born on February 21, 1978 in Baltimore, Maryland, Dave graduated from the University of Maryland with a BS degree in computer science and engineering. He then obtained a masters of science degree from the John’s Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering. He worked many years as a...

May 6, 2025

Mary C. Laffey, born on January 15, 1946, in Bayonne, NJ, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, at the age of 79. A cherished mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, Mary touched the lives of many with her warmth and zest for life.

Mary began her distinguished career with the federal government at the Military Ocean Terminal in Bayonne before...

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May 6, 2025

Charlotte Dana Smith, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully from natural causes on May 6, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on August 21, 1933, in Dublin, MD, she was a lifelong resident of Maryland, most recently residing in Fallston.

Charlotte dedicated her professional life to the banking industry, where she served as Second Vice President, earning...

May 6, 2025

     Joanne H. Magness, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on May 6, 2025. Born on December 29, 1935, in Bellingham, Washington, to the late John and Frances Hendrickson. Joanne spent her life dedicated to her family and community, ultimately residing in Bel Air, Maryland.

     Joanne was a devoted member...

May 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shawn DeLee Rymer, age 50. Born on May 14, 1974, in Baltimore, MD, Shawn went home to be with our Heavenly Father on May 5, 2025, leaving behind a rich tapestry of love, laughter, and cherished memories.

She was married for 5 years. She was a 1992 graduate of the Institute of Notre...

May 5, 2025

Shirley Phillips Grafton, age 97, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025. Born on September 20, 1927, in North Carolina to the late Bent Phillips and Jean Wines. She retired from the Federal Reserve after many years of dedicated service. Shirley was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend.

She is survived by her child, Gerald Grafton and 2 grandchildren and 1...

May 5, 2025

May 5, 2025

May 5, 2025

Virgil Roy Holt, 92, of Forest Hill, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025. He was born on September 18, 1932, in Charleston, West Virginia, to the late Arley and Ivy Holt.

Virgil was a U.S. Army veteran who served in the Korean War. He was the owner and operator of Holt Builders, a home construction business.

He enjoyed fishing, boating,...

May 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gloria Jean Futty, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who passed away on May 4, 2025, at the age of 78 after a third battle with cancer. She was deeply loved and brought joy and laughter to all who knew her.

Jean devoted over four decades of her professional...

May 2, 2025

Adele Elizabeth Walter, 87, died peacefully on Friday, May 2nd at Broad Creek Manor Assisted Living in Whiteford, Maryland. She was the wife of Frank J. Walter, with whom she shared 60 years of marriage prior to his passing in March 2019. Born in Baltimore, Md., she was the daughter of the late John and Adele Witte. Adele is survived...

May 1, 2025

Patricia M. McCrea, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday May 1, 2025, at Sterling Care, Bel Air, Md.

She was the wife of George McCrea with whom she shared 10 years of marriage before his passing in 1971. Born in Philadelphia, Pa she was the daughter of the late Harry and Dorthea Carr.

Patti had a son whom she worshiped, Brian who...