Obituaries

Aug 7, 2024

Juliann Nankervis (formerly Vaughan), age 90, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2024 due to complications of dementia. She was born in Anaconda Montana on June 20, 1934. Juliann was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary, Catherine (Dubby), Anastasia and Janie; brother, Martin Jr.; her parents, Martin and Delia Vaughan; and her husband, Richard Nankervis.

Aug 6, 2024

Anthony Romeo DeStefano of Americus, Georgia, passed away on August 6, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland, surrounded by his loving family. He was 82.

He was born on September 24, 1941 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Natale DeStefano and Erminia DeStefano (née Fierro). Growing up in the city, he completed high school at Girard College in 1959. He earned...

Jul 22, 2024

Thomas King Cox, 90, died Monday, July 22, at his home in Woodstock, MD. He is preceded by his parents Thomas Cox Sr. and Florence "Pinky" Cox, and by his beloved cat, Sam (I and II). He is survived by his cousins, Kara Chiles of Ashburn, VA, Laura Covey of Centreville, MD, and numerous other cousins across the United...

Jul 19, 2024

Nereida (Nellie) Carrion was born on November 26, 1950, in Rio Piedras Puerto Rico.  She migrated to New Jersey with her parents at the age of 12.

She remained in New York throughout her adult life and raised her 3 children in Brooklyn, New York  before moving to Rochester, New York in the early 90's....

Jul 16, 2024

Honorable Army veteran and well-known Sun cab driver, John "Gary" Gilbert passed away suddenly at his home in Hampden on July 17, 2024.

Gary was a beloved and admired family man. He lived his life as a supportive husband to the late Lynn Griffith, devoted father to Jennifer, Lee, and Jeremy, and cherished grandfather to Laura Ann,...

Jul 12, 2024

JoAnne E. Owens, lifetime resident of Catonsville, Maryland passed peacefully at her home on July 12, 2024 after a long illness. She was 77.

The daughter of the late John M. and Eleanor A. Stefura, JoAnne grew up in Catonsville. She attended St. Agnes school before graduating from Catonsville Sr. High in 1964. She married...

Jul 8, 2024

Walter Thurston Armstrong was born in Richmond County, North Carolina on December 3, 1938. He passed away on July 8, 2024, at the Gilchrist Center in Towson, MD. Walter was the only son of the late William Thurston Armstrong and Hattie Bertha Barner Armstrong. His hardworking parents and his four sisters at the Piney Grove Baptist Church in Richmond...

Jul 6, 2024

Keri Lynn Stavrou

June 17, 1978 - July 6, 2024

Keri Lynn Stavrou, née Cromwell, born on June 17, 1978, passed away on July 6, 2024, after a courageous 30-month battle with short gut syndrome. She was an avid cat lover, known for her bright smile and kind heart that touched everyone around...

Jul 1, 2024

EJ Strawser…born Elva Jean Barr on September 3, 1927, was God’s gift to her family, friends, and all who knew her. She was born to Nelson and Mary Barr, in Quarryville, PA. A godly family, they loved to till the earth, sing together and serve the Lord. She had a brother, Richard, and sister, Miriam Delong.

Jun 30, 2024

Marcus Neal Williamson, Jr., 65, passed away at home in Laurel, Maryland, on June 30, 2024 with his loving wife and children by his side. He died after a devastating diagnosis of glioblastoma.

Mark was born on September 16, 1958 in Jacksonville, Florida to Marcus, Sr. and Roberta Williamson. His family later moved to Titusville,...

Jun 29, 2024

Noreen Simpson was born in Hackensack, New Jersey on April 21, 1940, the fifth of six children to John and Rose Flynn. She married John Simpson, PhD. in 1963 and raised three children, Leslie, Caitlin and John Robert in Bernardsville, New Jersey. Their life was filled with nature, family vacations, trips to New York City to see museums and...

Jun 27, 2024

Karl Robert Thomas of Parkville, MD, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 27th, at the age of 40.

Karl (Uncle KaKa by his nephew and Fryman by his family) had the biggest heart and was a person who would help anyone. He loved his family and friends, especially his furbaby, Comet, whom he loved to...

Jun 26, 2024

Earl Leroy Watkeys, 89, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2024.

He was born January 21, 1935 in Elizabethville, PA to the late Harold and Eva Stroehecker Watkeys.

He was predeceased by his loving wife of 61 years Melba and their daughter Jill. He is survived by his children, Steve (Tricia) Watkeys and...

Jun 25, 2024

Nancy Browning Bahr, age 73 of Baltimore, Maryland died peacefully and suddenly in her sleep at home on June 25, 2024

Nancy was born in Baltimore, Maryland on December 16, 1950, the daughter of the late Albert Love Bing and Helen Rau Bing. (Rau).

She worked for over 45 years in...

Jun 25, 2024

Richard Jansen, born on January 13, 1932, to the late Wilhelmina and Alexander Jansen in New Hyde Park, NY, peacefully passed away on June 25, 2024.

Richard's journey was marked by a steadfast commitment to service, family, and community. He attended Emporia State College where he met his first wife, Evelyn, with whom he shared...

Jun 23, 2024

Ken was born 4/29/39 in Petersburg, VA, to Kenneth Earl McElroy, Sr. and Eileen Baird McElroy. He died 6/23/24 from complications of Alzheimer’s at his home in Baltimore, surrounded by his wife and his four children.

Ken and his wife Dorris celebrated their 63 wedding anniversary on June 17. They met at Thomas Jefferson High...

Jun 17, 2024

Amber Nicole Reisinger, of Pasadena, MD, who was born on November 11, 1986, passed away on June 17, 2024. She is predeceased by her sister, Kimberly Reisinger and her father, William Reisinger III. She is survived by her Mother, Robin Reisinger, her sisters: Seirra Reisinger and Cynthia Reisinger; her Grandfather, William E. Resiinger Jr; her uncles, Vincent Reisinger and...

Jun 15, 2024

On June 15, 2024 Elsie Laura Fix, known to her friend and family as Laura, passed away at the age of 88. She was a long time resident of Severna Park, Maryland.

She enjoyed spending time with her friends and neighbors. Laura also enjoyed many hobbies including creating her own quilts and creating computerized sewing...

Jun 15, 2024

Gerry Witte passed away peacefully on June 15, 2024, surrounded by his two daughters, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 79.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jane D. Witte, in 2013. He is survived by many family members who loved him, including his sister, Sonia Witte Snavely, his two daughters, Jill...

Jun 9, 2024

Justin Lamont Bates: aka Jay

Sunrise on January 6, 1983 to the late Carrie Lee Bates and Alvin Miller in Baltimore, Maryland. He spend his early childhood in West Baltimore with his mother Carrie Lee Bates. Who he cherish oh so much. He's fondest memories with her is when they would walk the street together...