Obituaries

Albert Franklin Bowers

Albert Franklin Bowers

Apr 12, 2024

     In loving memory of Albert Franklin Bowers, who passed away on April 12, 2024, in Severn, Maryland.  Albert was born on June 30, 1939, in Baltimore, Maryland, to his beloved parents Henrietta (Etta) and Vernon Bowers.  He is now reunited with them in eternal peace, along with his brother, Kenneth Coons.      Albert led a remarkable life...

Bartley Stanley Rejrat, III

Bartley Stanley Rejrat, III

Apr 10, 2024

     Bartley Stanley Rejrat, III, a devoted Delivery Truck Driver for Carroll Fuel since 2018, has peacefully passed away on April 10, 2024, in Glen Burnie, Maryland.  He was born on November 23, 1970, in Baltimore, Maryland, and was a proud alumnus of Southern High School.      Known for his warm and loving nature, Bartley's personality shone through...

Joan Naomi Lessner

Joan Naomi Lessner

Apr 9, 2024

Joan Naomi Lessner “Nana” (nee Langville), age 82, of Glen Burnie, MD passed away on April 9, 2024 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, Bob Lessner; her daughter, Debbie (Mark) Rauser; her son, Dean (Brenda) Lessner; her sister, Linda Langville; her brother, Emmett Langville; her grandchildren, Kyle Rauser (Shannon), Brittni Elburn (Sam), and...

Edward Joseph Wefelmeyer, Sr.

Edward Joseph Wefelmeyer, Sr.

Apr 9, 2024

Edward Joseph Wefelmeyer Sr., 72 of Preston, MD, passed away on April 9, 2024 at the University of Maryland Shore Medical center at Easton, MD after a battle with heart disease. Ed was born on October 18, 1951 at the Annapolis Hospital to the late Herman Sr. “Joe” and Mary Wefelmeyer. 

Ed grew up in Severn, MD on Quarterfield Road in...

Saundra Rae Hadaway

Saundra Rae Hadaway

Apr 8, 2024

Saundra Rae Hadaway (nee Miller) passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024 in Linthicum, Maryland at the age of 80 after a long battle with dementia. Saundra was the third daughter born to the late Walter and Blanche Miller on August 26, 1943.

 

In 1961, Saundra graduated from Southern High School in Baltimore City and focused her career in Human...

Patricia S. Beall

Patricia S. Beall

Apr 8, 2024

On the early morning of April 8, 2024, and after a brief illness, the Lord received Patricia Sharron Beall into the Kingdom with the words: “Well done, good and faithful servant.”  Pat’s life can truly be summed up with that one word: “servant.”  She lived to be faithful to her calling and our Savior Jesus Christ, and to serve her...

Mary Elizabeth Norton Laster

Mary Elizabeth Norton Laster

Apr 7, 2024

            On Sunday, April 7, 2024, Mary Elizabeth Norton Laster of Pasadena, MD passed away peacefully. Beloved wife of John E. Laster, loving mother of Larry A. Norton, Sr. and his wife Cheryl and the late John S. Norton, Jr. Grandmother of Larry A. Norton and Michael A. Norton and his wife Jamie. She is also...

Solen "Jack" Dewitt Brewer, Jr.

Solen "Jack" Dewitt Brewer, Jr.

Apr 7, 2024

         On Sunday, April 7, 2024, Solen “Jack” Dewitt Brewer, Jr. of Westover, MD, formerly of Glen Brnie, MD passed away suddenly. Beloved husband of the late Maryland Virginia Brewer. Loving father of Michail D. Brewer and his wife Valerie, Dale R. Fields and his wife Cindy, Todd R. Fields, Leslie “Skip” A. Fields and his wife...

Joan Marie Leidig

Joan Marie Leidig

Apr 5, 2024

Joan Marie Leidig, 78, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on April 5, 2024, in Glen Burnie, Maryland. She was born on January 25, 1946, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Wallace and Margaret Overton.Joan lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. She had a passion for crafting and a deep devotion to...

Virginia L. Ries

Virginia L. Ries

Apr 5, 2024

Virginia Lee Ries, a loving mother, grandmother, and sister passed away on April 5,2024, leaving a legacy of hard work and dedication. Virginia was born on October 8, 1935 to the late Thomas W. & Ceina G. McGoldrick. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Ries in 1990. She dedicated much of her life to her career at The...

Judith "Judy" Mary Donnelly

Judith "Judy" Mary Donnelly

Apr 5, 2024

      

On Friday, April 5, 2024, Judith “Judy” Mary Donnelly of Linthicum, MD, formerly of McKeesport, PA passed away peacefully. She is survived by her sons Michael (Jamie) Landis and Patrick Landis, and her grandchildren Sean and Emaleigh. Judy was preceded in death by her parents; Eileen A. and James M. Donnelly, Sr., and her brother James M. Donnelly,...

James Robert McKnight

James Robert McKnight

Mar 31, 2024

     COL (R) James R. McKnight was born in Freemansberg, Pennsylvania.  He went to Lehigh University and studied Engineering.  He entered the Army as an Officer, traveling to France, and once back in The States, to Illinois to earn his Master’s Degree at The University of Illinois where he met his future wife, Sylvia.  They married in 1959, and...

Earl E. Cross

Earl E. Cross

Mar 26, 2024

Earl Eugene Cross, 93 of Ferndale, passed away peacefully at his residence on March 26, 2024 surrounded by his family. Earl was born on September 2, 1930 in Baltimore to the late Earl and Minnie Cross. He worked as truck driver for Anchor Motor Freight in Baltimore for 43 years. His dedication to providing for his family and his commitment...

William Michael Garrity

William Michael Garrity

Mar 24, 2024

William Michael Garrity, known to his loved ones as "Mike," passed away in Glen Burnie, Maryland, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, love, and intelligence.  Born in Baltimore, Maryland, on December 16th, 1933, Mike's life was a tapestry woven with compassion and wisdom.During his career as an accountant, Mike showcased not only his proficiency with numbers but also his ability...

Jerry "The Claw" Duane Wise

Jerry "The Claw" Duane Wise

Mar 21, 2024

            On Thursday, March 21, 2024, Jerry Duane Wise of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully at his home. Jerry was also known as “The Claw”. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, his “Dutchess” Jean, his 2 daughters; Michele Wise Pezzuti and Kim Krasauskis (Dave), 5 grandchildren, Nicholas Pezzuti (Sophia) of...

Chong Cha Matulonis

Chong Cha Matulonis

Mar 20, 2024

          On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, Chong Cha Matulonis of Brooklyn Park, MD passed away peacefully. Beloved wife of Joseph F. Matulonis, loving mother of Kimberly Reffitt and her husband Alan and Lee R. Wier. Devoted grandmother of Erik L. and Nia E. Reffitt. Sister of Chong H. Blottenberger and her husband John. She is also...

Georgia Lenore Kelly

Georgia Lenore Kelly

Mar 20, 2024

                On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, Georgia Lenore Kelly of Severn, MD passed away peacefully. The beloved daughter of Stephanie M. and Ian P. Kelly. Sister of Lillian Smith and Rosalie Kelly. Granddaughter of Jennifer and Rich Fisher and Inge and Kevin Kelly. Great-granddaughter of Annie and Rick Norris, Rita Oesterwinter and James Kelly....

Dianne Pearl Spirko

Dianne Pearl Spirko

Mar 20, 2024

Dianne Pearl Spirko, a loving wife, mom, grandma, sister, and friend, passed away on March 20th in Crownsville, Maryland. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on December 24th, 1955, to the late Pearl and William Peterson.  Dianne led a remarkable life filled with love, joy, and compassion.  Dianne began her career as a paralegal but found her true calling as...

Roy L. Sparkman

Roy L. Sparkman

Mar 18, 2024

Roy Lamont Sparkman, 77 of Glen Burnie passed away on March 18, 2024. Roy was born on January 18, 1947 in Baltimore to the late Curtis and Marguerite Sparkman. Along with his parents, Roy was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ann Sparkman; his brothers, Warren Sparkman, Dean Sparkman and Alan Smith. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer...

Ramon Reyes Dominguez

Ramon Reyes Dominguez

Mar 17, 2024

              On Sunday, March 17, 2024, Ramon Reyes Dominguez passed away suddenly at his home in Glen Burnie, MD. Husband of Nancy Dominguez and loving father of Ryan R. Dominguez. Brother of Agnes D. Nepomuceno, Josephine D. Uy, Mary Anne D. Dominguez, Divina D. Garcia, Dennis, Reynaldo, Christopher and Rommel Dominguez. Ramon was also...

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