Obituaries

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Mar 20, 2025

William Edward “Bill” Lanchak passed away peacefully on Thursday March 20, 2025 at 87 years of age at his home in Jarrettsville.

Bill was born September 8, 1937 in Baltimore City, MD to the late Michael Lanchak and Adelaide Mary Dunnigan. He was the older brother of Catherine Fackett who preceded him in death. The family lived in Canton where he...

Mar 19, 2025

Cynthia Lynn Narmore, age 63, of Florence, Alabama, passed away on March 19, 2025, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in San Pedro, California, she was the daughter of Clive and Anselma (Rodriguez) Hiett and the beloved wife of William Narmore.

Family was Cynthia’s world. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, she found her greatest joy in...

Mar 18, 2025

Frances "Fran" Marie Hayden, age 89, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 18, 2025, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late James and Marie (Davis) Silk and the beloved wife of the late Howard Hayden. Fran was also predeceased by her second husband, Bruce Garrett.

Fran was...

Mar 18, 2025

Sondra Novo, age 72, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, passed away on March 18, 2025. Born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Gabriel and Helen (Sappington) Novo.

Sondra made her home in Jarrettsville for over 40 years, where she became an integral part of the community. Known for her creativity, independence, and sense of humor, she lived...

Mar 17, 2025

Lou Benesch, 63, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 17, 2025.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Lou was the son of Lois (Benesch) Sautter. He was the loving husband of 43 years to Allison (Chaney) Benesch, with whom he shared a life full of love and memories.

Lou worked at Klein's Shop Rite in Bel Air for over 15 years, where...

Mar 17, 2025

Mar 17, 2025

Radford F. Day, Jr. “Sam” age 81, of Joppa, Maryland passed away on March 17, 2025, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Fountain Green, Maryland, he was the son of the late Radford and Ophelia (Hurley) Day. He was owner and operator of Days Motors for 61 years, he was a huge Baltimore Orioles, Colts...

Mar 17, 2025

Nelson Jerold Testerman, 78, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025. Born in Whiteford, Maryland, he was the son of the late Peter and Birdie (Sexton) Testerman.

Jerold was the beloved husband of 52 years to Linda Lee Testerman. Together, they shared a life full of love, laughter, and cherished memories. He was a devoted father and...

Mar 17, 2025

Frank Louis Butler, age 80, of Darlington, Maryland, passed away on March 17, 2025, at Sterling Care Forest Hill in Forest Hill, Maryland. Born in Batavia, New York, he was the son of the late Albert and Marion (Peterson) Butler and the beloved husband of Elaine Butler, with whom he shared 50 years of marriage.

Frank was a proud veteran of...

Mar 16, 2025

Emily Marie Kropp, age 28, of Aberdeen, Maryland passed away on March 16, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of Mark and Denise (Schloer) Kropp. Emily loved riding horses, playing softball, going to the Eastern Shore and was a true lover of all animals. She also loved to sing and had a beautiful voice.

In addition to her...

Mar 15, 2025

Janice Haddon Newcomb, 92, of Parkville, Maryland, passed away on March 15, 2025, at Oak Crest Senior Living in Parkville.

Born in Richmond, Virginia, Janice was the daughter of Wade Marshall Haddon and Margaret (Childress) Haddon. She was the beloved wife of the late Irvin Ray Newcomb, whom she met in Baltimore, Maryland where she was a longtime resident. Irvin worked...

Mar 14, 2025

Annabelle M. Francis, age 98, of Joppa, Maryland, passed away on March 14, 2025, at Laurelwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Elkton, Maryland. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and was the daughter of the late Ernest and Theresa (Tremper) Simmons. She was the beloved wife of 52 years to the late Grayson Eugene Francis.

Annabelle worked as a crane operator...

Mar 14, 2025

Mary F. Mitchell, 90, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 14, 2025, at Hart Heritage Estates in Street, Maryland.

Born in Kerens, West Virginia, Mary was the daughter of Austin Ray Mallow and Martha Ellen (Day) Mallow. She was a devoted member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church for over 60 years.

Mary found joy in life’s simple pleasures—working on puzzle...

Mar 13, 2025

Jill Mullins, a vibrant and dedicated member of her community, passed away unexpectedly on March 13, 2025, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. She was 67 years old and resided in Joppa, Maryland. Born in Fulton, New York, Jill was the cherished daughter of Richard A. Breman and Georgina Camelia (Springate) Breman.

Jill’s passion for education led her...

Mar 12, 2025

Dennis Harris, age 69, of Joppa, Maryland passed away on March 12, 2025, at Harbor Hospital Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Clarence and Josephine (Kowalski) Harris and husband of 11 years to Karen (Hudgins) Harris. He retired in 2021 from North American Electric after 30 years of service as an...

Mar 12, 2025

Eleanor O'Brien Edwards age 89, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, at Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center in Havre de Grace, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Jemina (Browne) Hicks and the loving wife of the late James Edwards.

Eleanor was an active and passionate member of...

Mar 11, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Betty Jean McCoy, age 83, announces her passing on March 11, 2025, in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Bel Air, Betty was the daughter of the late Howard and Madge (Triplett) Ellis.

Betty was a woman of many passions and talents. She was known for her love of crocheting, specially making beautiful...