Obituaries

Nov 9, 2023

In Loving Memory of Anke Knoblock

Anke Knoblock, born on May 5, 1965, in Gerolstein, Germany, peacefully passed away on November 9, 2023 at the age of 58. Anke courageously battled type 2 diabetes for the past 2.5 years. Despite the efforts of the medical team at the University of Maryland Medical Center, complications arose,...

Nov 9, 2023

Betty Virginia Ruff Durham, born on January 28, 1928, peacefully passed away on November 9, 2023. Betty was the youngest of ten children born to Fredrick and Hattie Ruff. She grew up at 618 Edmonson Avenue, forming close bonds with her siblings in a childhood filled with fun and adventure despite limited resources.

In her...

Nov 6, 2023

Robert “Bob” Kramer Kelley Jr. passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on November 6, 2023. He was born on October 29, 1940, in South Bend, IN, the son of Kathryn Jane and Robert Kramer Kelley Sr. Bob’s career spanned over 50 years and included multiple stints of service to his country at the US Department of State, the...

Nov 4, 2023

Helga Irene Cabral, age 73, beloved sister, aunt, and friend to many, passed away November 4, 2023, in Catonsville, Maryland, after complications from illness.

Helga was born on August 2, 1950, in Appleton, Wisconsin, to Erika (Messer) and Ervin Bruesewitz, both of whom preceded her in death. Her beloved husband, Richard Cabral, died in 2009,...

Nov 3, 2023

Mary M. (Marge) Wallace, 91, of Westminster, Maryland passed away on November 3, 2023. She attended St. Thomas Aquinas elementary school in Hampden and Seton High School. She went to Villa Julie College to become a medical transcriptionist and worked for orthopedic doctors who were the original founders of Orthopedic Associates of Maryland. She was a long-time member of...

Oct 31, 2023

Bobby Gibson, 72, of Gambrills, MD, passed away surrounded by his loving family at home in

the early afternoon of October 31, 2023. Born on January 1, 1951, in Laurel, Maryland. Bobby

was a lifelong resident of the Jessup and Laurel areas. He is preceded in death by his loving

and cherished wife,...

Oct 30, 2023

Richard A. Hiteshew, a Registered Investment Advisor and President of Chesapeake Financial Corporation passed away on October 30, 2023. He was 82 years old.  Richard was born in the Edmondson Village section of West Baltimore. One of fourteen children, he attended Saint Bernadine's Elementary School.

He was one of five hemophiliac sons. The Hiteshew family...

Oct 27, 2023

Magda Zonnia von der Heydt-Coca (80) succumbed to Covid-induced lung damage on October 27, 2023. She was born in Cochabamba, Bolivia, the younger of two children. After graduating from high school, she went to study in Cordoba, Argentina, where she acquired a bachelor’s degree in social sciences. In 1968, she came to Germany on a stipend for post-graduate studies...

Oct 26, 2023

Larry Michael Barker passed away peacefully on October 26th, 2023, doing one of the things he loved best, watching classic black & white movies on his couch. Larry was born on August 27th, 1941 in Baltimore, MD to Ralph and Marge Barker and resided in the Baltimore area his entire life.

He is survived by...

Oct 23, 2023

Ann Snyder Silverman, a remarkable soul who touched the lives of many, was born in Woodbury, New Jersey in 1934. She was the fifth child of Charles Arthur and Flora Euphemia (Davies) Snyder, and from her early years, it was evident that she was destined for greatness.

Ann's journey through life was filled with achievements...

Oct 21, 2023

Caroline Smith Humke passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Emerald Assisted Living, Damascus, Maryland. She was born November 16, 1932 the second child of Imboden Jackson and Carrie Irene Smith. She was raised in the New Windsor countryside of Carroll County, Maryland. She graduated from the New Windsor High School and then joined the Army where...

Oct 19, 2023

Keri Ann Davis nee Heath, 44, passed away on October 19, 2023, in Dundalk Maryland.

Keri is survived by her three children Makenna, Avery, and Braedyn, who inherited their mother’s big heart and capacity to love, her brothers Jay and his wife Kateryna, Allen, David, and her loving nieces and nephews Taylor, Kaylah, Jarrett, Travis,...

Sep 25, 2023

Edward G. Schmitt II, 64, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2023. Eddie, as family and friends knew him, was born on June 13, 1959, in Catonsville, MD. He was the son of Edward G. Schmitt and the late Dorothy Schmitt. Eddie graduated from Catonsville Senior High School in 1977. In addition to his father, Eddie is survived by...

Sep 22, 2023

On September 22, 2023, David a. Decker beloved husband of Janet D. Ecker; father of Scott and Mark Decker and the late

Jennifer Decker; step-father of Brandon and Brian Holtzner. Also survived by many other loving family and friends.

A Graveside service will be held on Monday October 2, 2023, 1:00pm at Meadowridge...

Sep 17, 2023

In Loving Memory of Theodore P. Blauvelt July 10, 1947 - September 17, 2023

Theodore P. Blauvelt, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, departed from this world on September 17, 2023, at the age of 76. Born in Suffern, NY, on July 10, 1947, Theodore spent his formative years in the Atlantic City, NJ...

Sep 16, 2023

Carole Schmickley Baumann, 65, of Ellicott City, Maryland, passed away on September 16th, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. Carole was predeceased by her older brother, Tom Schmickley, and her parents, Barbara Galation Schmickley and Harold Schmickley. She is survived by her three children, Bailey Baumann (Bob Mergner), Kasey Freedman (Kelyn Freedman), and Hutson Baumann. She is also the...

Sep 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of Kevin Michael Heister

April 3, 1966 - September 15, 2023

On September 15, 2023, the world lost a beacon of love, kindness, and unwavering support with the passing of Kevin Michael Heister. Born on April 3, 1966, at Camp Lejeune, NC, Kevin was the cherished son of...

Sep 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of Linda Reichenbach

Linda Reichenbach, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, left us on September 15th, 2023, to join her heavenly family, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Born on December 9, 1966, to Merrill Reichenbach and Elizabeth Reichenbach, she brought immense love and light into the lives of all...

Sep 8, 2023

Leo V. Murphy, 79, of Baltimore, Maryland, passed away on September 8, 2023, in Landsdowne. He was born on July 22, 1944, in Baltimore. Leo was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Leo is survived by his loving sons, Michael J. Murphy and Daniel J. Murphy and wife,...

Sep 5, 2023

Otis James Bednego, Jr., age 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore. He was born August 13, 1946, in Baltimore to Otis James Bednego, Sr. and Esther Queen Bednego. He was a graduate of Woodlawn High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966 and served in Special Forces until...