Obituaries
Robert Lee Hargett, Jr.
Oct 2, 2025
Robert Lee Hargett, Jr., passed unexpectedly at his residence in Boonsboro, MD on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at the age of 68.
Born in Fredrick, MD on December 9, 1957, he was the loving son of his father Robert Lee Hargett, Sr. and stepmother Bonnie Hargett. Bobby was preceded in death by his loving mother, Barbara Jean Schmidt, who we take...
Mildred Keller Cartee
Oct 17, 2025
Mildred K. Cartee , 97, of Frederick, Maryland, passed from this life on Friday, October 17, 2025 at Homewood at Crumland Farms. She was the wife of the late John E. Cartee her husband of 65 years,who died in 2021.
Born on January 16, 1928, in Walkersville, Maryland, she was the daughter of John Charles Keller and Helena Leatherman Keller.
In her...
Donna Jean Jones
Oct 16, 2025
Donna Jean Jones, 75, of Frederick, Maryland, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025. Born in Washington, D.C., on July 11, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Joe and Betty Bovello.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents and is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, George “Danny” Jones; her devoted sister, Joyce Bovello of Frederick,...
Charles Wayne Swomley
Oct 16, 2025
Charles Wayne Swomley (Wayne) Obituary
As written by Charles Wayne Swomley:
On October 16, 2025, Wayne took his last Earthly breath and passed into the arms of Jesus, his Savior. Wayne was blessed to have been the son of Christian parents: the late Charles and Dorothy Swomley. Wayne was the husband of a wonderful wife, Betty Jean Swomley, who predeceased him earlier...
Kimberly Gale Evans Bush
Oct 15, 2025
Kimberly Gale Evans Bush, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, at Hershey Medical Center. Born on December 5, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois, Kimberly was a person of remarkable warmth and generosity. She dedicated her life to her family.
Throughout her life, Kimberly worked with dedication at reputable companies, including SAIC, Stroup Flooring America, Claggett Management,...
Charles Grover Dabbs, Sr.
Oct 14, 2025
Charles Grover Dabbs, Sr., 83, of Frederick, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Kline Hospice House.Born June 23, 1942, in Kensington, MD, he was the son of the late George Albert and Elsie (McCoy) Dabbs. Charles was the husband of Paula L. Dabbs, his loving wife of 65 years. Charles was proud to serve at Rockville Fire Department...
Joyce Marie McAfoos Skidmore
Oct 14, 2025
Joyce Marie McAfoos Skidmore, age 93, of Frederick, MD and formerly of Woodstock, VA, passed from this life on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Homewood Living, Frederick.
Born on November 13, 1931, in Sheffield, PA, Joyce was the daughter of Howard E. McAfoos and Bernice L. (Work) McAfoos. Joyce grew up in Brookville, PA. On September 13, 1952, Joyce married Ronald...
Wendy Lynn Kells
Oct 12, 2025
Wendy Lynn (Richardson) Kells, 74, went to be with the Lord peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Doey’s House in Hagerstown.
Wendy was born on November 26, 1950, to Ruby Anne (Thompson) and George Richardson, Sr., in Takoma Park, MD, where she was raised. Wendy attended the local area high school, graduating in 1968. She became a nurse’s aide and...
A. Jane Tritt
Oct 12, 2025
Mrs. A. Jane Tritt, a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and colleague, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025; exactly one year after the passing of her husband, Jack. She was born on September 29, 1936 in Danville, PA, the daughter of Harold O. Kramer and Mildred V. Maurer Kramer. She was also the stepdaughter of...
Richard L. Holdcraft
Oct 10, 2025
Mr. Richard L. Holdcraft, age 80, of Frederick, MD, died on Friday October 10th at Frederick Health Hospital. He was the husband of Becky M. Thompson Holdcraft of Frederick, MD. Born December 6, 1944, he was the son of the late Joseph Henry Holdcraft and Mary Six Holdcraft.
Mr. Holdcraft attended local schools and was a 1963 graduate of Massanutten Military...
Donald Wayne Shankle
Oct 10, 2025
Donald “Donnie” Wayne Shankle, 74, of Frederick, Maryland, passed away at home with his wife and daughter by his side, on October 10, 2025. Born on December 4, 1950, in Frederick, he was the son of the late Irving John Henry Shankle Jr. and Mabel Louise (Cook) Shankle.
Donnie is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Sandra “Marie” (Bowman)...
Ingrid Ann Davis
Oct 9, 2025
Our beloved Ingrid Ann Davis, 65, of Mount Airy, passed away on October 9, 2025, at her home.
Born on November 18, 1959 in Washington D.C., she was the daughter of the late Boyd Curtis Palmer and Margaret Loraine (Frazier) Palmer. Ingrid was the wife of Harry Mervin Davis, her husband of 38 years.
Ingrid worked in cosmetology and accounting. She loved...
Rick Michael Jordan
Oct 9, 2025
Rick Michael Jordan, 60, of Adamstown, Maryland, passed from this life on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at his home. He was the beloved husband of Heather Jordan and father of Lindsey Jordan.
Born on April 17, 1965, in Pekin, Illinois, Rick was the son of Roland Jordan and Judith (Cody) Purdy. He graduated from Pekin Community High School and went on...
Gary Lee Heerd Sr.
Oct 8, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Lee Heerd, Sr. who departed this life to join the Lord on October 8, 2025 at Frederick Health Hospital. Gary was born July 24, 1941 in Frederick to the late Edward L. Heerd and Margaret Allen Heerd. Gary leaves behind Sandra Lea McIntosh Heerd, his wife of 64...
James "Jim" Olivarri
Oct 8, 2025
James “Jim” Olivarri, 90, of Brookeville, MD, passed away on October 8, 2025.
He was born on December 22, 1934, in San Antonio, TX to Jimmie Olivarri and Carmen Garcia Olivarri. He was one of eight children. He was the husband of Bobbie Sensabaugh Olivarri.
Jim joined the U.S. Navy in 1953 and proudly served his country before he was honorably discharged...
Ingrid Indira Persaud
Oct 7, 2025
Ingrid Indira Persaud passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at her beloved home in Frederick, Maryland, surrounded by all her children.
Ingrid was born on February 2, 1955, in Guyana, where she attended St. Joseph High School, graduated from St. Rose’s High School, and was one of the pioneering women enrolled in the early days of the Guyana National...
Nancy Ann Cramer
Oct 7, 2025
Nancy Ann Cramer passed peacefully on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Silverado in Frederick, MD.
Born on March 24, 1935, in Columbus, GA, she was the daughter of the late Reagan Edward Bonner and Leila Mae Gaines Bonner.
She was preceded in death by her brother Fred Milton Bonner (Ruby Jean Griffin Bonner) and her husband Lt. Col. Eugene George Cramer who...
Michael C. Bailey
Oct 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Charles Bailey, age 54, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend who left us far too soon on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Bast-Stauffer Funeral Home, 7606 Old National Pike, Boonsboro, MD. The...
Craig Allen Shafer
Oct 5, 2025
Craig Shafer passed away on October 5, 2025, in Frederick, Md.
Craig was a proud graduate of Southern High School in Oakland, Md., and later attended Vocational School in Baltimore, Md., where he trained in CAD design. Among his accomplishments, he proudly served on the Board of Directors for The Freedom Center in Frederick, Md.
For the past 37 years, Craig lived...
Remington James Jones
Oct 5, 2025
Remington Jones, affectionately known for his radiant smile and infectious laughter, passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 35. Born on May 9, 1990, Remington lived a life full of energy, creativity, and deep love for those around him.
He was a man of many beautiful qualities-loving, intelligent, honest, thoughtful, and sensitive. His easygoing nature and vibrant spirit...
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