Obituaries

Jul 28, 2024

Beatrice L. Ward, 98, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away peacefully at her beloved home, “Findowrey” on July 28, 2024. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Beatrice was the daughter of the late William and Ethel (Pearson) Lauterbach. She was the devoted wife of the late R. Walter Ward.

A proud graduate of Bel Air High School, Betty furthered her education at Drew University,...

Jul 28, 2024

Sadie Lorene Darnell, age 90, of Street, Maryland, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. She was born in Jefferson, North Carolina, to the late F. Winston and Johnsie (Brooks) Atwood.

 Sadie was the beloved wife of the late Bransom A. Darnell, Sr. Together, they shared a rich life, including ownership of...

Jul 27, 2024

Jul 27, 2024

Jul 27, 2024

Walter "Cap" Maschke, age 67, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024, at his home. Born in Fallston, Maryland, he was the son of George Joseph and Edythe (Hardy) Maschke. Walter was a devoted and loving husband and father. Known for his toughness and big heart, he shared nearly 40 wonderful years with his beloved wife,...

Jul 24, 2024

Francis Eugene Schaedel, age 74, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away on July 24, 2024. Frank, as he was affectionately called, was the son of William and Ann (Wandle) Schaedel and the devoted husband of Elizabeth “Jane” (Martin) Schaedel. Frank grew up in Newark, New Jersey and graduated from Vailsburg High School in 1968. He continued his education at Essex...

Jul 23, 2024

Anna Mae Godfrey, age 84, of Abingdon, Maryland, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 23, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Woodbridge, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Woodrow and Viola (Posey) Stanley and the beloved wife of the late Rev. Thomas Godfrey, Sr. Anna and Thomas shared 67...

Jul 23, 2024

Helen G. Dorman, age 91, of Forest Hill, Maryland, passed away on July 23, 2024, at Brightview Assisted Living of Bel Air. Born in Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Reed) Cochran and the beloved wife of the late Donald William Dorman.

Helen was a devoted member of the Long Green Valley Church of the Brethren...

Jul 22, 2024

Darrin Paul Furgason, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away suddenly on July 22, 2024, at the age of 51. 

Born in Baltimore, MD, Darrin was the son of James and Barbara (Griffin) Furgason. He graduated in 1990 from C. Milton Wright High School, where he played lacrosse. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering...

Jul 20, 2024

Vivian Leray Hinckle (née Crouse), aged 99, passed away on July 20, 2024, in Fort Pierce, FL. Born on September 21, 1924, in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, she was a revered figure in her community and beloved by many.

Vivian was renowned for her warmth and generosity, traits that made her a central figure in her family and community. She was...

Jul 20, 2024

Clarisse "Claire" L. Dunham, age 88, of Salisbury, Maryland, passed away on July 20, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Rutland, Vermont, she was the daughter of Aimie Alfred and Isabelle Sarah (Guyette) Ferland and wife of the late Bill Dunham.

Claire enjoyed taking RV trips with her family, creating cherished memories along the East...

Jul 18, 2024

Muriel Adalea Emmons (60) passed on July 18, 2024, after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late Russell and Mildred Emmons of Glen Burnie. She served as a caregiver and resided in Bel Air.

Muriel is survived by her husband, Samuel Skillman; her children and their spouses, Samanthia (Guy) Emmons, Raymond Scott Wilson, II, Stephanie (Jiyong) Emmons, Noah...

Jul 17, 2024

Jeffrey Justin Jagodzinski, age 39, passed away on July 17, 2024, in Maryland. Born at Franklin Square Hospital, he was the beloved son of Jeffrey Jagodzinski and Kelli Booth Realo. In addition to his parents, Justin is survived by his brothers, Austin Jagodzinski, and Daniel Markmann; his sisters, Alexandra Markmann, and Brenna Jagodzinski; his grandmothers, Bettie Booth, and Paula Jagodzinski;...

Jul 17, 2024

Katharine E. "Betty" Sturgill, age 101, of Forest Hill, Maryland, passed away on July 17, 2024, at Senator Bob Hooper House in Forest Hill, Maryland. Born in Forest Hill, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Bessie (Walbeck) Pyle and the beloved wife of the late Reece Sturgill.

Betty was a private individual, known for her no-nonsense attitude and...

Jul 17, 2024

Reginald (Reg) Allen Traband, age 91, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on July 17, 2024, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Towson, Maryland. Born in College Park, Maryland, he was the son of the late Carl and Thelma (Allen) Traband and the beloved husband of Marjorie Hutcheson Traband.

 His professional career was marked by a notable tenure as the Senior...

Jul 16, 2024

Billy "Wool" Ey, age 67, of Baltimore, Maryland, passed away on July 16, 2024. Wool was the son of the late William and Rosalie (Huhn) Ey. He was a skilled mechanic for over 50 years who was always willing to help others fix their vehicles.

Wool was a motorcycle and car enthusiast. He got his brothers into motorcycles at a young...

Jul 16, 2024

Vivian N. Fulmer, age 100, of Havre de Grace, MD passed away on July 16, 2024, at Union Hospital in Elkton, MD. Born in Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Pealer and Margaret Carns. 

 She was a devout Christian and passionate about encouraging others in the faith. Her love for people was often felt by the hugs she gave,...

Jul 16, 2024

Mary Winters, age 80, of Havre de Grace, Maryland, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the beloved daughter of the late Edward and Matilda (Pencek) Malina. Mary had a passion for travel, cooking, and hiking, and she found great joy in sharing her home with friends and family. She was known for her...

Jul 14, 2024

Chad J. Perkins, age 46, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on July 14, 2024. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the beloved son of Robert and Lynn (Kirschke) Perkins.

Chad was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marines. He graduated from Joppatowne High School and later completed the electrical apprenticeship program at Harford Community College. He was a master electrician,...

Jul 13, 2024

Barbara S. Rheinhardt, age 83, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on July 13, 2024, at the Senator Bob Hooper House in Forest Hill, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of Samuel Williams Slade and Eva Owings Slade.

Barbara was a devoted member of Bel Air United Methodist Church, where she was known for her faith, warm smile,...