Obituaries

Mar 14, 2024

In loving memory of Jean Ann Brown, age 86, who passed away on March 14, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Jean was born in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Ross Horlocker and Geraldine Behers and was the beloved wife of the late Richard Brown. Jean's life was deeply rooted in faith and community. She was a...

Mar 13, 2024

John Michael Markowski, age 76, of Jarrettsville, Maryland passed away on March 13, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Reading, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Dorcsak) Markowski and husband of 52 years to Mary (Brantner) Markowski. He was a veteran of the U.S.Army. He was a member of...

Mar 13, 2024

Robin Keener, age 64, of Bel Air, MD, passed away peacefully at her home on March 13, 2024. Born on August 4th, 1959, in Towson, MD, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Ellen Dolores Keener. Robin is survived by her two sisters, Penny and Lorie; five nieces; countless friends; her tenacious cat, Oliver; and by the countless...

Mar 12, 2024

Ralph Ashbrook, age 94, of Abingdon, Maryland passed away on March 12, 2024, at Stella Maris Hospice in Timonium, Maryland. Born in Newhall, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Leman and Pansy (Woodall) Ashbrook and husband of Anna (Caudill) Ashbrook. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Ralph retired as a Captain after 30 years of...

Mar 12, 2024

A.C. Billings, a beloved resident of Joppa, Maryland, peacefully passed away on March 12, 2024, at the age of 89. Born in Springfield, North Carolina, A.C. was the cherished son of Everett and Annie Billings and the devoted husband of the late Norma (Reno) Billings. He spent most of his life in Harford County, where he made lasting impressions on...

Mar 12, 2024

Richard "Richie" Robert Basilone, Sr., age 67, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, passed away on March 12, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Richie was the beloved son of the late James and Josephine (Polcini) Basilone and a devoted husband to Kathleen “Kathy” Basilone for 45 wonderful years.

Richie had a fulfilling career as a...

Mar 11, 2024

Mar 10, 2024

In loving memory of Clifford Ross Curtian, Sr., a cherished husband, father, and friend, who suddenly passed away at the age of 87.  Born on March 31, 1935, Clifford’s journey through life was one of dedication, laughter, and love. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of those who knew him, but his memory will forever live on.

Clifford was...

Mar 10, 2024

Russell N. Prather, a devoted resident of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home on March 10, 2024, at the age of 77. Born and raised in Maryland, Russell was the cherished son of the late Edwin and Louise (Kahler) Prather.Russell’s career spanned more than 35 years as an expert in body armor and ballistics at Aberdeen Proving...

Mar 9, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Rosser, age 88, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 9, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Wallace and Helen (Black) Walters and the beloved wife of the late William Rosser.Elizabeth, known affectionately as Ann, was a remarkable cook, renowned for her...

Mar 8, 2024

Patricia lived a rich and fulfilling life, finding joy in various activities. She married her late husband, Donald R. Kaminski, at the age of 17. She was an avid bingo player, a skilled bowler, and a passionate traveler. Pat and Don explored every state in the country, either towing a camper or cruising in a motorhome. To witness the beauty...

Mar 8, 2024

Mar 7, 2024

John T. Lohmeyer Jr., age 88, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, passed away on March 7, 2024, after a pedestrian traffic accident in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of John Thomas Lohmeyer Sr. and Ethel (Richardson) Lohmeyer.

John was a proud member of Operating Engineers Local 37, the Loud Mouth Club of Rosedale, and the NSSA (North South...

Mar 7, 2024

James "Jay" C. Lunceford, III of White Marsh, Maryland, passed away surrounded by love on March 7, 2024. After a long battle with metastatic prostate cancer, he is finally at peace. He was 59 years young. Jay was the beloved husband of Joanne M. Van Slyke-Lunceford for 39 years.Jay lived life with a passion for many things. A dedicated Ravens...

Mar 7, 2024

On March 7, 2024, Douglas Todd Kress, cherished husband of Jane A Kress ( Kelleher ) passed away at Upper Chesapeake Medical System at the age of 76.    Doug was born in Baltimore, the beloved son of the late Michael J and Shirley L (Meeder) Kress.   Doug is a retired Baltimore City Police Lieutenant and after his retirement...

Mar 6, 2024

Mar 6, 2024

Abdul Halim Kazi, PhD, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, at his home in Jarrettsville, Maryland. Dr. Kazi is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Patricia Stewart Kazi, 2 loving sons Aaron Sr. {Jennifer} and Ethan {Armina}. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren, Aaron Jr., Violet, Hazel, Lachlan, and Finn. All reside in Harford...

Mar 5, 2024

Edward George Schmidbauer, Jr., age 69, of Joppa, Maryland passed away on March 5, 2024. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Edward and Margaret (Hagner) Schmidbauer and husband to Nancy (Araujo) Schmidbauer. He was a sports enthusiast and avid golfer Collector of Toy trains and a former member of the Baltimore American Flyer Club.   In...

Mar 3, 2024

Frances Matturro, aged 90, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on March 3, 2024, at Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air. Born in New York to the late Francis and Frieda (Falasco) Forlano, she was the beloved wife of the late Francis James Matturro.Frances spent her formative years in Harrison, NY, before relocating to Ocala, Florida, in 1978 with her...

Mar 3, 2024

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Donald W. Shumway, 82, of Jarrettsville, Maryland, who peacefully departed from this world on March 3, 2024, at his home. He was surrounded by the love of his family. Donald was born in Baltimore, Maryland, the cherished son of the late Donald and Elizabeth (Beever) Shumway. He was the beloved husband of...