Jane D. Buhrman

JANE D. BUHRMAN, age 80, of Joppatowne, MD, died on June 14, 2008 at her home. Born in Ashland, KY, she was the daughter of the late Martin Henry and Ethel Lunsford Darnell. As a pioneer of the pet industry, she opened up one of the first franchises of the Docktor Pet Center, where the industry was "cleaned up" and the animals were vetted and healthy. She was proud of the work she had done with her animals. A very giving person, she had a love of life and loved her family.

Mrs. Buhrman is survived by her husband, Raymond H. Buhrman of Joppatowne, MD; a son, S. John Cotroneo of Joppatowne, MD; a daughter, Pamela M. Barbagallo of Joppatowne, MD; two stepchildren, George M. Buhrman of Fredericksburg, VA and Rae M. Snyder of Joppatowne, MD; two grandchildren, Dorothy Gullion of Edgewood, MD and Dale Barbagallo of Joppatowne, MD; and five great-grandchildren, Josh Barbagallo of Joppatowne, MD, Kaitlynn Miller and Sarah Gullion of Edgewood, MD, Greg Barbagallo of Middle River, MD, and Clay Barbagallo of Joppatowne, MD. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, "Buster" Darnell, and three sisters, Lillian Hightower, Delores Haney, and Jean Holly.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to John Archer School, 100 Thomas Run Road, Bel Air, MD 21015-1616.