Obituaries

Gerald Roy Claar

Gerald Roy Claar

Feb 16, 2024

Gerald Roy Claar, age 86, of Millersville, MD, died February 16, 2024.  Born in the Jugtown Community of Greenfield Township, Blair County, PA.  He was the only son of M. Swigart Claar and C. Marie Lingenfelter Claar and had seven sisters to include Betty Walls, Margaret Vukmanovich, Shirley Zerby, Mary Creighton, Virginia Hassinger, Carol Guyer, and Judy Waltersdorff.  

 He was a...

Ernest Donald Hartzell

Ernest Donald Hartzell

Feb 16, 2024

Ernest Donald Hartzell, 83, of Glen Burnie, passed away on February 16, 2024. He was born in Reading, Pennsylvania to the late Ernest Milton and Marie Theresa Hartzell. He received his bachelor’s degree from Penn State University. Donald retired from NSA after many years of service. After retirement, he went on to work for H&R Block, preparing taxes. He was...

Ray Arnold Johnson

Ray Arnold Johnson

Feb 15, 2024

Ray Arnold Johnson, a man whose presence filled rooms with warmth and kindness, bid farewell to this world on February 15, 2024, in Glen Burnie. His journey began on July 7, 1950, in the picturesque town of Pageston, West Virginia. Ray dedicated 33 and a half years of his life as a Glass Blowing Machine Operator for Carr-Lowry / Anchor...

Janet D. Burkman

Janet D. Burkman

Feb 14, 2024

Janet Drucella Burkman of Bradenton, FL died at Sarasota Memorial Hospital on Wednesday February 14, 2024, at age 80. With her family at her bedside, Janet joined her Creator God and all the saints in light after a long illness.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, William Burkman, her beloved son Roy Hoke, her grandsons Kingston, Bronson, Preston,...

John C. Naumann III

John C. Naumann III

Feb 14, 2024

John Naumann III, 48, of Ellicott City, Md., passed away on February 14, 2024.  Also known as Johnny, Big Papa, ‘Doctor’, the Honorable, the Reverand, J-boog, Papa Paderch, 'Father' (with a British accent), Johnarito, Johnathon, but his favorite title was husband and dad. John also lived in Pasadena, Md.

He was predeceased in death by his Grandmother, Shirley Naumann and his...

James R. Williford

James R. Williford

Feb 14, 2024

     James Ronal Williford, 85, of Brooklyn Park, passed away on February 14, 2024.  James was born in Baltimore to the late Agnes and Troy Williford.   He graduated from Southern High School in 1957, and went on to work as a maintenance mechanic at several places, finishing out his career with Carr-Lowery Glass.  He was a member of...

Doris Mae Callahan

Doris Mae Callahan

Feb 11, 2024

Doris Mae Callahan passed away peacefully at home on February 11th, shortly after celebrating her 90th birthday.   Born on January 6th and raised in Baltimore, Maryland by the late William and Beatrice Kolbe, Doris spent her early years as a high-fashion retailer, working in many shops/boutiques before retiring.  She was also a cake decorator, to include wedding cakes and...

Sarah Grace Handy

Sarah Grace Handy

Feb 9, 2024

Sarah Grace Handy, a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece and friend, passed away on February 9, 2024, at the age of 17. Born on July 6, 2006, Sarah brought joy and love into the lives of all who knew her. Her warm smile and kind heart will be deeply missed. Sarah had a passion for sports and was a dedicated...

Robert Powers

Robert Powers

Feb 8, 2024

          On Thursday, February 8, 2024, Robert W. Powers, 83 years, of Pasadena, MD passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side. The beloved husband of the late Margaret E. Powers, loving father of Tim Powers and his wife Dawn and Jason Powers and his wife Debbie. Devoted grandfather of Zachary and Faith...

Claudia Basciano

Claudia Basciano

Feb 7, 2024

Claudia Basciano, 72, of Linthicum, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on February 7, 2024. She was born in Baltimore to the late Richard and Jean Basciano. She enjoyed playing cards and traveling to Las Vegas. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her cousin, Darlene Sloboda, and her best friend, Debbie Crockett. In addition...

Helen Joan Beers

Helen Joan Beers

Feb 6, 2024



Helen Joan Beers, 90, of Pasadena, passed away on February 6, 2024. Helen was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the late Molly and Elijah Gent. She was a secretary for Faith Baptist Church. Helen was a devout Christian, worshipping at Fellowship Baptist Church. She enjoyed crafting, reading, crossword puzzles, and most of all, she loved spending time with her family....

Bettie Jane McCaffrey

Bettie Jane McCaffrey

Feb 6, 2024

      Bettie Jane McCaffrey, 74, of Glen Burnie, passed away on February 6, 2024.  Bettie was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Sarah and Walter Stallings.   She was a devoted state employee for over 30 years and worked at the State Fair in the Agricultural exhibits annually.  Bettie loved BINGO, crocheting, and her family.  

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Jack Crowe

Jack Crowe

Feb 5, 2024

Jack Crowe, 85 of Ferndale passed away on February 5, 2024. It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to a remarkable individual who left an indelible mark on the lives of those he touched. Jack was widely known for his sincere dedication to helping others and his genuine love for his family. Clyde Jackson "Jack" Crowe was born on...

Sandra Jean Jackson

Sandra Jean Jackson

Feb 1, 2024

Sandra “Sandy”, “Jeannie” Jean Jackson, age 84, of Glen Burnie, formerly of Flintstone, MD, passed away on February 1, 2024. She was born in Cumberland, Md. to the late Roy and Daisy Shaffer. A devoted homemaker, she went on to work as a barber for many years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved...

Grace M. Novak

Grace M. Novak

Jan 30, 2024

Grace Mary Novak, age 97, of Harmans, Maryland passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 in Fort Ashby, West Virginia. She was born on August 22, 1926 in Baltimore, MD. The daughter of Antonio Ciccone and Dora Marsiglia Ciccone Grace married Frank W. Novak on September 20, 1958 and he pre-deceased her on August 25, 2006.



She was a faithful member...

Jacqueline A. Schwaab

Jacqueline A. Schwaab

Jan 27, 2024

Jacqueline “Jackie” Ann (Schramm) Schwaab, 85 passed away on January 27, 2024 at Pender Memorial Hospital in Burgaw, North Carolina with her family by her side. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Henry “Abe” and Madeline Schramm. She lived in Glen Burnie, MD before moving to North Carolina with her family. 

She was a member of St. Philip...

Marie Ann McCall

Marie Ann McCall

Jan 27, 2024

      Marie Ann McCall, 89, of Baltimore County, passed away on January 27, 2024.  Marie was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Mary and Stanislaus Ostrowski.  She was a devout Catholic, worshipping at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church for many years.   While there, she was a dedicated member of the Sodality. 

     Marie was predeceased by...

Betty S. Koelbel

Betty S. Koelbel

Jan 26, 2024

Betty Sue Koelbel, 80 of Church Hill, Maryland passed away on January 26, 2024. Betty was born on January 19, 1944 in Grayson, Kentucky to the late Albert and Gladys Gobel. She was preceded in death by her husband, George A. Koelbel. Betty is survived by her two sons, Richard Koelbel (Dawn) and Tim Koelbel (Kim); her 7 grandchildren; her...

Veronica "Ronnie" Ann Hartley

Veronica "Ronnie" Ann Hartley

Jan 21, 2024

                On Sunday, January 21, 2024, Veronica “Ronnie” Ann Hartley of Crownsville, MD passed away suddenly with family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Robert L. Hartley, Sr. Loving mother of Dana L. Wootton and her husband James, Robert L. Hartley, Jr. and his wife Mary, Robin Hartley, Melanie Fournier and her...

Evelyn Jean Szczeszek

Evelyn Jean Szczeszek

Jan 20, 2024

Evelyn Jean Szczeszek, 92, of Linthicum, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on January 20, 2024. She was born in Baltimore to the late Edward George and Eva Sautter. She retired from B G & E after 32 years of service and was a longtime member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Baltimore. She enjoyed shopping, going...