Obituaries

Apr 3, 2021

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Apr 2, 2021

Joseph C. Riffle, 89, of Thurmont, Maryland passed from this life into his eternal home on Good Friday, April 2, 2021 at Genesis HealthCare - Glade Valley Center in Walkersville, MD, while rehabbing from injuries due to a recent fall. Joe was the loving husband of Lois M. (Stitely) Riffle for over 68 years, prior to her passing in...

Apr 1, 2021

Bernard Nathaniel "Buddy" Kave, 85, of Boonsboro, Maryland, passed from this life on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Born on January 19, 1936, in West Virginia, he was the son of the late Robert Lee Kave, Sr. and Margaret Louise (Howell) Kave.

He was the loving husband of...

Apr 1, 2021

Claudia Hennigan, age 84, formerly of Frederick, MD passed from this life on Thursday, April 1, 2021 in Cocoa Beach, FL.

Born on April 27, 1936  in Washington D.C.,  she was the daughter of the late Claude and Eveyln Purdum.

Claudia was the loving wife of the late Thomas F. Hennigan.

She graduated...

Apr 1, 2021

Gaynel Elizabeth Miller, 82, of Hagerstown, passed from this life on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Doey's House in Hagerstown.  Born on the family farm in Middletown on June 25, 1938, she was the daughter of Grayson Summers and Helen (Swomley) Summers.

As a child, Gaynel helped on the family farm, and continued to help for many...

Apr 1, 2021

Mr. Royce Herriod Smith, 79, of Frederick, MD died on Thursday,  April 1, 2021 at Ballenger Creek Center in Frederick.

Born April 16, 1941 in Minden, LA, Royce was one of 17 children. He was born to the late Matthew and Ruther Lee (Glover) Smith.

Humbly raised with his large family in Louisiana, Royce would...

Apr 1, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of Alfred Thomas "Tommy" Cooper, Jr., announces his passing. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Norma J. "Jeannie" Cooper, of 34 years, and his loving great-grandson, Jayden M. Smith, who was the light of his Pap Pap's life.

Tommy, 57 years old, a lifetime resident of Brunswick...

Mar 31, 2021

Cynthia (Cindy) Michelle Ridenour, 54, of Thurmont Maryland, passed unexpectedly from this life on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Frederick Health Hospital in Frederick, MD. Born on August 4, 1966 in Gettysburg PA, she was the daughter of Carl "Dick" Valentine and Charlene (Frye) Valentine. Cindy loved rooting for her Ravens, Orioles, and Catoctin Cougars. Family, friends, and music...

Mar 30, 2021

James Anthony Zaykoski, 57 of Mount Airy, MD passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 in Mount Airy, MD.

Born on April 20, 1963 in Wilkes Barre, PA. He was the son of the late Carl Zaykoski and Dorothy (Sefcik) Zaykoski.

He graduated valedictorian from Greater Nanticoke Area High School in 1981 and went...

Mar 30, 2021

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Chief Milton Frech Jr., of Emmitsburg, passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 30, 2021. He was the beloved husband of 31 years to Michele Frances Frech.

Born on August 13, 1964 in Baltimore, Maryland he was the son...

Mar 27, 2021

Robert Leslie Towns was born to the late Herbert A. Towns, Sr. and Juanita Towns on March 30, 1954 in Manhattan, New York. Robert was one of six children with three older brothers and two younger sisters. He moved from Manhattan to the Bronx after three months and then from the Bronx to Queens in 1967.

Robert...

Mar 27, 2021

Roger Carroll Roderick , 93, of Thurmont, Maryland, passed from this life on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Kline Hospice in Mount Airy, MD.  He was the beloved husband of Barbarateen M. (Eaton) Roderick for 40 years.

Born on May 20, 1927, in Frederick, MD, he was the son of the late Andrew McClellan and Airy Viola...

Mar 27, 2021

GLORIA ANN DOTSON, daughter of the late James Edward Dotson, Sr and Clara Catherine Snowden Dotson was born on December 30, 1955 in Carroll County Maryland.  She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers; Michael (Dike) Dotson and Emory (Stu) Dotson.  She departed this life peacefully on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Frederick Health Hospital in Frederick, Maryland...

Mar 26, 2021

Kenneth C. Barnes, Jr, known as "Ken" to friends and "Tuck" to family, age 83, went home to Jesus on March 26, 2021. He passed away at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown with his beloved wife, daughter, and son at his side. He was the loving husband of 56 years to Anne Elizabeth (Betty) Barnes. Ken entered this world...

Mar 26, 2021

Georgia "Ann" Milkes, 77, of Gaithersburg, Maryland passed from this life on Friday, March 26, 2021 at the Sunrise Senior Living in Frederick, Maryland. Born on July 5, 1943 as a twin with Robert Henry "Bobby" Davidson, she was the daughter of the late Marion Wesley "Jack" Davidson and Hattie Grey Crawford Davidson. She was the loving wife of...

Mar 26, 2021

Mr. W. Richard Benson, Jr., age 77 of Frederick, Maryland passed away on Friday, March 26, 2021 at Frederick Health Hospital. He was the husband of Dinah June Baum Benson, his wife of 56 years.

Born on November 22, 1943, in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Warner Richard Benson, Sr. and...

Mar 25, 2021

Juanita Sims Teasley, 92, of Adamstown, MD (formerly of Savannah, GA) died March 25, 2021.  For the last 7 years, she has resided at Buckingham’s Choice in Adamstown, MD. Born Alma Juanita Sims on July 23, 1928 in College Park, GA, she was the daughter of Alton B. and Thelma S. Sims.  She was preceded in death by her...

Mar 25, 2021

John Dillard Connell, 73, of Frederick, Maryland, passed from this life on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center in Silver Spring, MD. He was the beloved husband of Leslie J. Connell.

Born on October 23, 1947, in Winchester, VA, he was the son of John A. and Una E. (Dillard) Connell.

Mar 25, 2021

Juanita Sims Teasley, 92, of Adamstown, MD (formerly of Savannah, GA) died March 25, 2021. For the last 7 years, she has resided at Buckingham’s Choice in Adamstown, MD.

Born Alma Juanita Sims on July 23, 1928 in College Park, GA, she was the daughter of Alton B. and Thelma S. Sims. She was preceded in death...

Mar 24, 2021

Edgar Hernandez, 57, of Ijamsville, Maryland, passed from this life on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Dove Hospice House in Westminster, MD.

Born on October 29, 1963, he was the son of Ana (Caceres) Hernandez.

Edgar was the proud owner and operator of his construction business ERH Concrete, LLC. When Edgar wasn't working, he loved...