Obituaries

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...

Carolyn Jean Willis

Carolyn Jean Willis

Mar 16, 2024

           

          On Saturday, March 16, 2024, Carolyn Jean Willis of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully. Devoted wife of the late William T. Willis, Sr. Loving Mom of Lisa J. Vogel and her husband Jay and Grandmother of Corie Willis, Billie Jo Willis, Jennifer Merson, Hannah Vogel and Jayson Vogel. Great-Grandmother...

James William Dunlop

James William Dunlop

Mar 16, 2024

James William Dunlop, a dedicated steelworker for Bethlehem Sparrows Point for 40 years, has sadly passed away at the age 89.  Born in Buffalo, New York, on October 7, 1934, James was a man of great integrity and warmth, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.  After his serving in the Navy from 1951...

Danny Ray Sizemore Sr.

Danny Ray Sizemore Sr.

Mar 16, 2024

Danny Ray Sizemore Sr., 63, of Halethorpe, passed away peacefully at home on March 16, 2024. He was born in Baltimore to Betty Lorene and the late Denny Ray Sizemore. He worked 18 years as a delivery driver for UPS, and owned Buff Brite Auto Prep. After UPS, he became an electronic technician. He was the proud owner of VCR Doctor...

Everett Earl Smith

Everett Earl Smith

Mar 15, 2024

Everett Earl "Jack" Smith, a Retired Sergeant First Class in the U.S. Army, passed away on March 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will always be remembered.  Born on August 13, 1933, in Long Branch, New Jersey, Everett lived a life full of honor, dedication, and love.  Throughout his career in the military, Everett demonstrated unwavering commitment and bravery....

Barbara Moeller

Barbara Moeller

Mar 14, 2024

Barbara Ann Moeller, 80, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Baltimore Washington Medical Center after a brief illness. Barbara was born in Baltimore, Maryland on Sunday, April 4, 1943, to parents Frank H. and Elizabeth (McAfee) Moeller. While the family initially lived in Baltimore City, they moved to Glen Burnie in 1948.

 

Barbara graduated from Glen Burnie High School...

Louise L. Pollock

Louise L. Pollock

Mar 12, 2024

On March 12, 2024, Louise L. Pollock, of Glen Burnie; loving mother of Elizabeth Swann and her husband, Alan, Robert Pollock and his wife, Leslie, Joseph Pollock and Mary Pollock; cherished grandmother of seven; loving great-grandmother of 13; and dear sister of Dorothy Palasik, Germaine Ricker (Dave) and Anthony Palasik. She was preceded in death by her husband, George R....

Dorothy L. Lawrence

Dorothy L. Lawrence

Mar 8, 2024

On March 8, 2024, the world lost a beloved soul, Dorothy Louise Lawrence, 84, passed away in Salisbury, Maryland.  Her life, filled with warmth and kindness, touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.  Dorothy was born on October 30, 1939, in Davidsonville, Maryland, where she spent her early years surrounded by love and laughter.  She...

Geraldine Ruby Hartley

Geraldine Ruby Hartley

Mar 6, 2024

On March 6, 2024, Geraldine Ruby Hartley (Jerri), 91, went home to be with Jesus.  She was born in Baltimore on January 12, 1933, and resided in Mt. Peasant Beach, Pasadena in Maryland for 69 years when relocated to Florida in 2002 to be near family.  Jerry is preceded by her loving husband, Maurice Hartley and is survived by her...

Sylvia J. McKnight

Sylvia J. McKnight

Mar 5, 2024

      Sylvia J. McKnight, 87, died on March 5, 2024 of natural causes. She was born in Dixmore, Illinois, the last of nine children. She graduated from the University of Illinois and then taught High School Biology. Her marriage to James McKnight, then a young Army LT. provided many years of exciting travel both in the United States...

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