Obituaries

Dec 3, 2023

 

Mrs. Michelina Tartaglia Lemon 98, of Mount Airy, MD, went home to the Lord on Sunday, December 3, 2023.

Born October 1, 1925 in South Philadelphia, PA to the late Theodosio Tartaglia and Elvira Mancinelli Tartaglia.

Mikki’s late husband, John (Jack) G. Lemon, Sr. of 54 years served in the US Navy and therefore they lived in many states....

Dec 2, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce that Lenora Burchett Davis passed away peacefully in her home on Dec 2, 2023, at the age of 84. She was held, cared for and in the company of her loving family during that time.

Lynn was born September 26, 1939 in Jonesville, Virginia as the only child to her parents, Marshall Burchett...

Dec 1, 2023

 

Sylvia Yvonne (Dudash) Brouse, 79, of Frederick, MD passed from this life on Friday, December 1, 2023, at Frederick Health and Rehab.

Sylvia was known to her friends as “SYD” and “Bonnie” to her family. She was the beloved wife of Barry Brouse for 37 years.  Born June 20, 1944, in Frederick, MD. Sylvia was the eldest child of...

Dec 1, 2023

On December 1, 2023, Lucille “Lucy” Andrews Payne passed away peacefully with family at her side. She was 87 years old. Lucy was a faithful woman who loved the Lord, her family and friends. 

Lucy is survived by her devoted husband of 67 years, Robert “Chick” Payne and their three children and their spouses:   Robert Jr. (Kim), David (Annette),...

Dec 1, 2023

Dec 1, 2023

 

Calvin Atlee Grams Jr, 84 of Shenandoah Junction, West Virginia, passed suddenly on 1 December 2023.

Grams Sr. His friends and family referred to him using his middle name, Atlee. He had fond memoriesof his younger years with his grandparents, Earl and Florence Grams ; they adored himHe was so proud of earning his Eagle Scout as a youth....

Dec 1, 2023

 

Frank Joseph Errera, 89, of Walkersville, MD peacefully passed away on December 1, 2023. He was born on May 29, 1934, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Rose Gagalino Errera and Anthony Errera. Frank was predeceased by his wife, Norma Jean Errera in 1994 and his son, Frank Errera Jr. in 2021.

Frank was the loving husband to Wendy...

Nov 30, 2023

 

Maria Mercedes Zaldumbide, affectionately known as “Michita,” of Frederick, MD, formerly of Rockville, MD passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 30, 2023 at Kline Hospice House following a diagnosis of Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She was born September 20, 1931, in Quito, Ecuador, daughter of the late Vicente and Rosa Murillo. 

Maria is survived by her cherished husband...

Nov 30, 2023

 

Jose Alfonso Mata of Frederick, MD passed away in peace on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at home at the age of 88 after a long battle with lung cancer. He was born to Tomas and Cecilia Mata on April 3, 1935, in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. He was married for 58 yrs. to his high school sweetheart, Reyna A...

Nov 29, 2023

Beverly Mae Shoemaker, 85, of Thurmont, Maryland, passed from this life on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Kline Hospice House in Mt. Airy, Maryland with her devoted daughter by her side. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Jack, to whom she was married nearly 60 years.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland she was the daughter of the late Thomas P....

Nov 29, 2023

Paul A. Thompson was born on March 19, 1972 in New Brighton, Pennsylvania. He passed away too soon on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 in Frederick, Maryland. 

He was blessed in being born into a family who loved him very much and gave him the strong foundation to be the amazing man that he became in life. He cherished his friends...

Nov 29, 2023

Robert L. Hutzell, Jr., affectionately known as Rob, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at the age of 71 at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown. He was born on March 7, 1952, in Belton, Texas to the late Arlene and Robert "Bobby" Hutzell.Rob had a big heart. He would give you the last Werther's Original from his pocket! Rob...

Nov 28, 2023

Thelma Takako Higuchi, aged 101, of Adamstown, Maryland, peacefully departed from this life on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Buckingham’s Choice in Adamstown, MD. She was the beloved wife of the late Kiyoshi Higuchi, Ph.D.

Born on April 6, 1922, in Alviso, CA, Thelma was the third of seven children born to the late Suyekichi and Misao (Akasaka) Takeda.

 Thelma commenced her...

Nov 27, 2023

Larry E. May, 78, of Boonsboro, MD passed away peacefully Monday, November 27, 2023 at Doey’s House in Hagerstown.

Larry was born March 22, 1945 to the late parents Paul T. and Margaret L. (Smith) May.

He was a graduate of Boonsboro High School and the Baltimore Institute of Technology.  He retired from National Geographic Society in 2001.  After retirement,...

Nov 26, 2023

David P. Kaye  of Frederick passed away on  Sunday, November 26, 2023.

Born September 13, 1945 in Brooklyn New York he was the son of the late Nat and Rose Handschuh Kaye. He attended Thomas Jefferson High School in Brooklyn NY.

David joined US Army and the Army Corp of Engineers in 1963 at age of 17. In 1966,...

Nov 26, 2023

 

Frederick Matfeld Reid, a loving husband, devoted father, grandfather, and dedicated serviceman, passed away peacefully at his residence on November 26, 2023. He was surrounded by his loving family in his final moments. Frederick's life was filled with remarkable achievements, cherished moments, and an unwavering commitment to those he held dear.Born on November 13, 1931, in Bentonville, Arkansas to...

Nov 26, 2023

Lakshmi Misra went to her heavenly abode on November 26th, 2023, at Shady Grove Hospital in Rockville, Maryland. Lakshmi was 89 years old.

Lakshmi’s life was long and eventful. She lost her father, Ram Deo Awasthi, in 1937, her mother, Janak Dulari Shukla, in 1958, her husband, Prem Krishna Misra, in 1982, and her younger son, Dr. Sudhakar Misra, in...

Nov 25, 2023

 

Kirby Lee Toms, 63 of Rocky Gap, VA passed away on November 25, 2023.  He was the husband of Tena George Toms of Petersburg, WV.  They were married on April 18, 1980.

Born on August 5, 1960 in Frederick, he was the son of Richard Kenneth Toms and Lelia Fahnestock Toms.  Surviving in addition to his wife is one...

Nov 25, 2023

Ryan Coblentz, a beloved son, father, brother and friend passed away suddenly on November 25, 2023. Ryan was born on December 27, 1989, and brought light and joy to the lives of all who knew him. His carefree nature and contagious smile would light up any room he entered.Ryan had a deep passion for farming and spent many fulfilling years...

Nov 24, 2023

 

Maria Zenaida Enciso Bonilla, 66 years old, of Bogota, Colombia, peacefully passed away on November 24, 2023 surrounded by loved ones after a pulmonary embolism resulting in cardiac arrest.

Maria was born on April 23, 1957 to Juan de Jesus Bonilla and Ana Isabel Bonilla in the city of Bogota, Colombia. After Maria graduated from Colsubsidio High School in...