Obituaries

Local obituaries for Abingdon, Bel Air, Jarrettsville, MD, and surrounding areas.

Glenn Lee Ingold

Glenn Lee Ingold

Jan 12, 2024

After a long battle with his health, Glenn Lee Ingold, went home to the Lord on January 12, 2024. The son of Ralph E. Ingold and Rosalie Bagshaw Ingold, Glenn lived an active and full life as a child of a military family. He went on to serve as a radioman in the coast guard, a business owner, competitive motorcyclist,...

Michael E. Mink

Michael E. Mink

Jan 12, 2024

Michael E. Mink, loving husband of Elizabeth (Beth) Doyle Mink, passed away on January 12 at his home surrounded by his loving family.  Mike was 66 years old and was born in Baltimore, MD.  He was the son of the late Granville (Pete) Mink and Doris Kiser Mink.  In addition to his wife, Mike is survived by his devoted children,...

Scott Thomas Clark

Scott Thomas Clark

Jan 11, 2024

Scott Clark, age 68, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at his home in Aberdeen, MD.He was born to James Thomas and Evelyn Rose (Belzner) Clark, III, in Baltimore City, MD, on June 14, 1955, “Flag Day”, a fact he was always proud of. Scott graduated from Cardinal Gibbons Catholic School in Baltimore in 1973.Scott was very outgoing and...

Gary A. Young

Gary A. Young

Jan 11, 2024

Gary A. Young, age 68, a resident of Joppa, Maryland, peacefully passed away on January 11, 2024, at Franklin Square Hospital in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Canton, Ohio, he was the devoted son of the late Ross Alvin and Marjorie Louise (Freed) Young. Gary shared 47 beautiful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Deborah (Day) Young.

A proud veteran,...

Thelma A. Stamper

Thelma A. Stamper

Jan 11, 2024

Thelma A. Stamper, age 92, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2024. Thelma was born in Maryland to the late Earl and Hassie (Mink) Adams and was the beloved wife of the late Layton Stamper. Thelma's faith played a central role in her life and she was a member of Grace Community Church in Sparta, North...

Robert Ethington Merritt

Robert Ethington Merritt

Jan 9, 2024

On January 9, 2024, Robert Ethington Merritt peacefully passed away at the age of 81 in his cherished family home in Joppa, MD, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 24, 1942, he is preceded in death by his beloved parents William R. Merritt and Edith M. Merritt (Schoff).

Robert took great pride in celebrating 55 years...

Ellen Driver

Ellen Driver

Jan 9, 2024

Doris Ellen Driver, age 55, of Bel Air, Maryland, peacefully returned to her heavenly home on January 9, 2024. She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Doris Glenn Driver, her father, Thomas Hamilton Driver, Sr., her two sisters, Catherine Suzanne Driver and Susan Marie Driver and her brother Thomas Hamilton Driver, Jr. 

She leaves behind her two loving...

Rosella Minnie Wimmer

Rosella Minnie Wimmer

Jan 9, 2024

 

Rosella Minnie Wimmer, age 98, of Joppa, Maryland passed away on January 9, 2024 at Cottages of Perry Hall in Parkville, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of William Herman Grabau Sr. and Minnie Rosella (Bowen) Grabau and wife of the late Louis Wimmer. Rosella was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.     

Rosella is survived...

George Patterson Hayes

George Patterson Hayes

Jan 8, 2024

George Patterson Hayes, age 64, of Aberdeen, Maryland passed away suddenly on January 8, 2024, in Aberdeen, Maryland. Born in Washington D.C., Maryland, he was the son of George and Margaret (Love) Hayes. George had a love of cars his whole life. He enjoyed working on them and riding on his motorcycle. He liked to sit outside and watch the...

Donald R. Fleck

Donald R. Fleck

Jan 8, 2024

Donald R. Fleck, age 94, of Joppa, Maryland, passed away on January 8, 2024, at Union Hospital in Elkton, Maryland. Born in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, he was the son of Robert and Emma (Burd) Fleck and the beloved husband of the late Annabelle (Noel) Fleck. Don was a founding member of Winters Run Golf Club and found great joy in playing...

Betty J. Ludemann

Betty J. Ludemann

Jan 8, 2024

In loving memory of Betty J. Ludemann, who peacefully passed away on January 8, 2024, in Fort Worth, Texas, at the age of 93. Betty was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Gilbert and Barbara Smith. She was the beloved wife of the late William Ludemann, Jr., and a devoted member of Bel Air United Methodist Church. Betty was...

Robert William Clancy

Robert William Clancy

Jan 8, 2024

Robert William Clancy, age 76, of Towson, Maryland, passed away on January 8, 2024. Born in Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Edward and Margaret (Stearns) Clancy and the devoted husband of Jeanne (Hopkins) Clancy. A proud U.S. Navy Seabee Veteran of 22 years, who served in Vietnam, Robert's life was marked by his love for traveling, especially...

Robert Lawrence Kirby, Sr.

Robert Lawrence Kirby, Sr.

Jan 8, 2024

Robert Lawrence Kirby Sr., age 93, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away on January 8, 2024 at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center. Born in West Chester, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late John and Margaret (nee Kelly) Kirby and devoted husband of 67 years to the late Rosalie Ann Kirby.            

He was a journeyman machinist and supervisor for...

Debra McLaurin

Debra McLaurin

Jan 7, 2024

In Loving Memory of Debra Joan McLaurin

On January 7, 2024, the world lost a remarkable woman as Debra Joan McLaurin, age67, entered into eternal rest. Debra was the cherished wife of Konstantinos Paraskevaidis, and together they celebrated 39 years of a loving and devoted marriage.

A pillar of strength and love for her family, Debra was the proud mother of Denise...

Michael Laird

Michael Laird

Jan 7, 2024

Michael “Mike” Laird, age 63, of Edgewood, Maryland, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2024, at his home. Born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, he was the son of the late Robert Lee Laird and Phyllis (Russ) VanHorn. Mike was the devoted husband of 30 years to Donna Marie Averion-Laird and a loving father to his daughters, Stephanie Marie (Troy...

James Samuel Morrison

James Samuel Morrison

Jan 7, 2024

James proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, demonstrating unwavering dedication to his country. His commitment extended beyond his military service as he became an active member of William Watters Memorial United Methodist Church and VFW Post 8672, Jarrettsville.

A family man at heart, James has always been most proud of his family, loving any time they...

William Glenn Riley

William Glenn Riley

Jan 6, 2024

William Glenn Riley, age 67, of Bel Air, Maryland passed away on January 6, 2024, at University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Born in Harford County, Maryland, he was the son of the late Clarance Riley and Annabelle Anderson and husband of Carolyn Riley for 43 years. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, who loved spending...

Anthony "Tony" Meoli

Anthony "Tony" Meoli

Jan 6, 2024

Bel Air, Maryland - Anthony "Tony" Meoli, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, peacefully passed away on January 6, 2024, at the age of 86. Born in Revere, Massachusetts in 1938, Tony was the fifth of seven children born to Italian immigrants, Antonio and Giovanina (Censale) Meoli.

A very talented athlete in his youth, Tony excelled in football and...

James Howard Smith

James Howard Smith

Jan 6, 2024

James (Jim) Smith, age 62, of Abingdon, Maryland passed away on January 6, 2024, at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Born in Mullins, West Virginia, he was the son of Estel Lee and Ruth Belle (Smith) Smith. Jim retired from Amtrak after 35 years of service. He loved his children and his grandkids. Jim liked collecting coins, hunting, and...

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