Obituaries

Aug 18, 2024

           On Sunday, August 18, 2024, Inge “Dutch”, “Oma” Mentch of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully. Beloved wife of the late Eldon E. Mentch. Loving mother of Pete Mentch and his companion Marilyn Jacob and Chris Mentch and his wife Rene. Devoted Oma of Nicole Bailey and her husband James and Great-grandOma to Lane Bailey...

Aug 18, 2024

Aug 17, 2024

Russell Kulp was a one-of-a-kind, larger-than-life man that had the biggest heart ever. He was a sensitive soul and had empathy for everyone. He never said a bad word about anyone. Russell loved to tell jokes and make everyone laugh. He was the life of the party always! He had a contagious laugh that could light up any room. He was...

Aug 13, 2024

          On Tuesday, August 13, 2024, Phyllis Marlene Betz of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully at her home with family by her side. The beloved wife of the late Robert J. Betz; loving mother of Linda C. Tracy and her husband, Sean, Roberta “Bird” Betz and the late, Don Betz; devoted grandmother of Sydney Tracy...

Aug 9, 2024

Donald James Quarles, Sr., AKA “Quack” 63, of Brooklyn, MD. Donald was born on August, 4, 1961 and passed away on August 9, 2024, after fighting aggressive lung cancer for the last 14 months. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman Quarles, Sr. and Nancy (Eichelberger) Quarles; his brothers Norman Quarles Jr., Richard Quarles Sr. and wife, Fran...

Aug 8, 2024

          

THE LIFE’s JOURNEY OF A REMARKABLE MAN—APOSTLE BISHOP DOCTOR JAMES B, THORNTON 

 On December 15, 1929 at 9:00 pm in Baltimore City, James Benny Thornton was born to the late Judge Thornton and Nettie Banks. He was the youngest of three siblings: Otis Mosley and Alice Thornton-White all of which preceded him in death.

 He received his early...

Aug 5, 2024

John Emory Hewitt Sr., age 77, of Glen Burnie, passed away on August 5, 2024. He was born in Catonsville to the late William and Lucille Hewitt.

A proud Vietnam veteran, John honorably served his country in the Army. Following his service, he dedicated his career to the trucking industry, working with various companies, including Samuel Coralluzzo Co. and Torriss Transport,...

Aug 5, 2024

Rowena Dupaya Mejia, a vivacious and loving young woman who dedicated over 20 years of her life as a registered nurse with most of those years at Mercy Medical Center, passed away on August 5, 2024. Born on July 3, 1969, in the Philippines, Rowena leaves behind a legacy of compassion, love and care that will forever be remembered by...

Aug 5, 2024

Lois Jean Hanson White, 87 a resident of Millersville, MD passed away on August 5, 2024, at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Lois was born May 23, 1937, in Cornstalk, WV. She was the daughter of the late Lucille (Donaldson) and Sterling Hanson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Preston White, Her son,...

Aug 4, 2024

          On Sunday, August 4, 2024, Larry Dennis Barath of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully with family by his side. The beloved husband of 48 years to Barbara L. Barath; loving father of Larry D. Barath, II (Morgen) and Christina Marsh and her husband, Michael; devoted grandfather of Brandon, Ashley, Michael, Brett, Katlyn, Haley, Tyler...

Aug 1, 2024

Barbara Sharpe, 95, passed away on August 1, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, George Sharpe (January 2009). Barb is survived by her four children, George ‘Kevin’ Sharpe (Glen Burnie), Catherine Sharpe (John McKeighan, Iowa), Mary Phelps (Bob, Indiana) and Tracey Telfer (Mark, Severn). She had 10 grandchildren, 15 great- grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, nieces and...

Jul 29, 2024

John Linwood Sullivan, Jr. (Skip), born December 29, 1950, in Hyattsville, MD, died July 29, 2024, surrounded by family, after a long illness. Predeceased by parents, John L. Sullivan, Sr., and Paulette L. (nee Cote) Gagne.

 Skip is survived by his spouse, Dr. Tatyana Sullivan (nee Silchenko); loving daughters and step-daughter, Julie Sullivan Kiesler (James),  Jodie L. Sullivan (Phil) and Maria...

Jul 27, 2024

On July 27, 2024, the world bid farewell to a remarkable soul, Andrew Michael Curley, fondly known to many as a pillar of strength and kindness.  He peacefully departed this earthly realm at Harbor Hospital at the age of 74.  Born in Glen Burnie, Maryland, to the late Jennie Dicus and Joseph Curley, Andrew's journey was one woven with threads...

Jul 27, 2024

John Edward Laster, Jr., aged 76, departed from this world on July 27, 2024, at University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy that will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew him.

John Edward Laster Jr. of Pasadena, MD was brought into this world by his late parents, Ruth and John Laster, Sr.  A brave...

Jul 26, 2024

          On Friday, July 26, 2024, Robert “Bob” Michael Brzezinski of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully. Beloved husband of the late Iris L. Brzezinski; loving father of Andrew M. Brzezinski and his wife, Krista, Rachel A. Brzezinski and Amy K. Bateman and her husband, Kevin; devoted grandfather of Savannah and her fiancé, Andrew Pollack, Shelby,...

Jul 26, 2024

          On Friday, July 26, 2024, Randall “Doc” Rance Daugherty, Sr. of Glen Burnie, MD passed away at his home peacefully. The beloved husband of Deonna R. Daugherty; loving father of John D. Gerard and his wife, Catherine, Randy R. Daugherty, Jr. and his wife, Tara, Tina R. Daugherty and her wife, Tiana, Randall R. Daugherty...

Jul 25, 2024

It is with sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of Norma Iris Rivera Meléndez, 78, of Ponce, Puerto Rico. Mom passed away at the Rebecca Fortney Inpatient Hospice Care Center, near her home in Hanover, Maryland, that she shared with José Antonio Meléndez Nieves, her husband of 64 years. Mom was a loving stay-home mom and devoted...

Jul 25, 2024

          On Thursday, July 25, 2024, John Robert Gatton of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully. Loving husband of the late Gloria Jean Gatton. Beloved father of Mary Ann Dill and her husband Mark, Debbie J. Gatton, Donnie C. Giles and the late Ronnie L. Giles, Jr. Brother of James B. Gatton and his wife Gail...

Jul 23, 2024

Mary Martha Mathias, 88 of Glen Burnie, passed away on July 23, 2024. Mary was born in Baltimore on December 13, 1935, to the late William and Julia Roberts. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Mathias, Sr.; her son, Jack Mathias, Jr. and her brother, William Roberts. Mary is survived by her children,...

Jul 22, 2024

          On Monday, July 22, 2024, Carl Mason Combs, Jr. of Arnold, MD passed away suddenly. Beloved husband of Marlene M. Combs. Loving father of John M. Combs and his wife Bobbi and Carl M. Combs, III and his wife Dori. Grandfather of Shannon M. and Emily R. Combs. Brother of Gail Stephenson, Lynn Wilson, Pat...