Obituaries

Doug Stitely

Doug Stitely

Apr 11, 2026

Douglas Lee Stitely passed away peacefully in his sleep after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer on April 11, 2026. He was the loving husband of Deborah A. Stitely for forty-three years. Together they have one daughter, Heather Leigh Arena married to Thomas J.Arena, and two grandchildren Allison Arena and Anthony Arena.

Doug worked for Korrell Construction for 26 years and...

Frank (Francis) Xavier Lindner

Frank (Francis) Xavier Lindner

Apr 11, 2026

Frank (Francis Xavier) Lindner, 66, of Mount Airy, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at his home.

Born on August 23, 1959, in Baltimore, he was the son of the late Ernie and Jeannette Lindner. Frank was the husband of Darlene M. Lindner, his wife of 19 years.

Frank was a proud and loving father to his three children, JoAnne...

Joseph Henry Hill

Joseph Henry Hill

Apr 11, 2026

Joseph Henry Hill, 78, of Mount Airy, Maryland, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

Born on June 5, 1947, in Martinez, California, Joseph was the son of the late William Francis Hill and Georgia Mae Hill. He lived a full and dedicated life marked by service, love for his family, and deep ties to his community.

Joseph proudly served his country...

Donald Booker Barrack, Sr.

Donald Booker Barrack, Sr.

Apr 10, 2026

Obit is Pending.

Darlene Dee Wilt

Darlene Dee Wilt

Apr 9, 2026

Darlene Dee Wilt, 73, of Adamstown, Maryland, passed from this life on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at her home. She was the loving wife to Mikael David Wilt for 53 years, and devoted mother of Veronica Rae (Wilt) Sellier.

Born on October 29, 1952, in Frederick, MD, she was the daughter of Elizabeth “Betty” (King) Baker of Mt. Airy and the...

Ronald Vincent Smith

Ronald Vincent Smith

Apr 9, 2026

Ronald Vincent Smith, 77, of Rocky Ridge, Maryland, passed away on April 9, 2026.

Born to Karl Sr. and Isabelle Albaugh Smith, Ronnie spent his entire life in Rocky Ridge, where he built not only a home, but a legacy rooted in hard work, dedication, and quiet strength.

Ronnie was the proud owner of S&S Drywall Construction Company, where his strong work...

Stella Nydia Morris

Stella Nydia Morris

Apr 9, 2026

Stella Nydia Morris, age 95, of Mount Airy, MD passed peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 9, 2026, at Kline Hospice House, of natural causes.

She was born on January 31, 1931, in Ashville, NC, to Lydia Allen Early and William Amerse Early. She grew up in Shelby, NC and graduated from Shelby High School. She was married to William Morris...

Ann Shirley Utterback

Ann Shirley Utterback

Apr 8, 2026

Ann Shirley Utterback, 96, of Rohrersville, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at Fahrney - Keedy Memorial Home in Boonsboro. She was the wife of the late Layon Utterback, who passed away on May 18, 2018. Born on November 6, 1929, in Brunswick, she was the daughter of Howard Franklin Wheeler and Esther Rose (Haley) Wheeler.

She was...

Patsy Ann Wastler

Patsy Ann Wastler

Apr 7, 2026

Patsy Ann Ellen Wastler 87 of Frederick, Maryland passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 7, 2026, at Frederick Health Hospice.

Born June 15, 1938, in Burkittsville, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Herbert B. & Alma G. Karn Merryman. She was the wife of the late Yarnell P. Wastler

Patsy graduated from Middletown High School class of 1956. After graduating...

Susie Ickes

Susie Ickes

Apr 7, 2026

Carole “Susie” Ickes, 81 of Boonsboro, MD went home to be with Jesus on April 7, 2026. For anyone who knew her, it is impossible to speak of her without speaking about Jesus. Her life serves as an example of what it looks like to love Jesus with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength. She was unashamed and unapologetic...

Janice Clare (Bowers) George

Janice Clare (Bowers) George

Apr 6, 2026

Janice Clare (Bowers) George, 88, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother died at home in Adamstown, Maryland on April 6, 2026. 

She worked as a nurse anesthetist at Columbia Hospital and was a school nurse for Penn Hills School District. She was born in Michigan, raised in Pennsylvania and was a longtime Maryland resident. 

Donations may be made in her memory to St....

David B. Huffer

David B. Huffer

Apr 6, 2026

David B. Huffer, 68, of Middletown, Maryland, went to his heavenly home on Monday, April 6, 2026 at his home in Middletown, Maryland.

Born on August 21, 1957, in Frederick, Maryland, he was the son of the late Donald and Greta Huffer.

David was a 5th generation farmer and dedicated Urban Technician for the Frederick County Soil Conservation District for over 20...

Norman J. Shriver, Jr.

Norman J. Shriver, Jr.

Apr 6, 2026

After a long and well-lived life, Norman Jacob Shriver, Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 84, surrounded by his family, on Monday, April 6, 2026. He was the husband of Sandy Shriver, and they were married for 64 years.

Born on June 13, 1941, in Harrisburg, PA to the late Norman J. Shriver, Sr. and Katherine Durboraw.

Norman spent his...

John Croxton Mahoney

John Croxton Mahoney

Apr 5, 2026

John Croxton Mahoney, of Frederick, MD, gave up his spirit on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at his home with his family around him. John was born on July 19, 1946, in Boston, Massachusetts to John F. Mahoney and Lillian R. Peck. They moved many times during his primary years, finally settling in Catonsville, MD. He was in the first...

Larry D. Mettert, Sr.

Larry D. Mettert, Sr.

Apr 5, 2026

Larry D. Mettert Sr., 81, originally of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and a resident of Middletown, Maryland since 1981, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5.

Larry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Martha J. Mettert. He leaves behind his loving children: Larry D. Mettert Jr. of Martinsburg; Jennie L....

Lawrence "Larry" W. Tressler

Lawrence "Larry" W. Tressler

Apr 4, 2026

Lawrence (Larry) W. Tressler, 87 of Frederick, MD passed away on Saturday, April 04, 2026 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 18, 1938 in Thurmont, MD. He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Shirley Keilholtz Tressler. He was the son of the late Charles and Ella Tressler.

Larry is survived by one...

Johnny Crone Hendricks

Johnny Crone Hendricks

Apr 4, 2026

Johnny Crone Hendricks, 85, of Middletown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Nancy Null Hendricks.

Born January 13, 1941, in Middletown, he was the son of the late George L. Hendricks and Rebecca Belle Crone Hendricks.

Johnny graduated from Middletown High School in 1959. He enjoyed all sports, with a...

Evangeline Theon Whibley

Evangeline Theon Whibley

Apr 2, 2026

Obit is Pending.

Nicka Lynn Nyberg

Nicka Lynn Nyberg

Apr 1, 2026

Nicka Lynn Nyberg, 72, of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at her residence. She was the wife of Michael E. Nyberg, her husband of 46 years.

Born on May 6, 1953, in Detriot, MI, she was the daughter of the late Conley P. Glover and Bertha M. Briggs Glover.

She was a graduate of...

Patrick Ganey

Patrick Ganey

Mar 31, 2026

Patrick John Ganey, 52, of Frederick, MD, formerly of Laurel, MD, passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Frederick Health Hospital, Frederick, MD, surrounded by loving family.

Born on December 26, 1973, in Washington, D.C., he was the son of Vicki Jene (Dobbins) Harvey, stepfather Dennis Harvey and the late Robert Alan Ganey. Patrick was the husband of Melissa S....