Obituaries

Jul 16, 2023

William "Bill" Francis Carney, a retired Deputy Chief of Police for New York City, passed away on July 16, 2023, at the age of 91. Born on July 26, 1931, in New York, Bill lived a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and a strong sense of duty. A proud veteran of the US Army, he served his country with...

Jul 15, 2023

 

Nancy Carlson Mitchell passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 15, 2023. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Carla Mitchell Steele, and son-in-law Christopher Jon Steele Sr.  She also leaves behind her beloved grandsons, Christopher Jon Steele Jr and his wife Kallie, Dylan Jacob Steele, and Cody Carlson Steele and his wife Elizabeth. She also was blessed with great grandsons,...

Jul 14, 2023

 

Dean William Zook, beloved husband of Marlene Zook for 61 years and devoted father of Dena Zook-Howell, passed away on July 14th in Gainesville, FL. Born in Pueblo, CO, Dean spent his school years in Albuquerque, NM, with his mother who was a music teacher, and the summers in Denver, CO, with his father, a businessman. He lived in...

Jul 14, 2023

   

   We have a new angel to watch over us.  Jeff’s earthly journey has ended.  He is limitless and flying free and taking the most heavenly pictures!  Jeff was greeted by his parents, Roy and Glee Miller, many other family members and friends and his loving pup Reighna and her predecessors.

Missing him are his loving wife, Christel;...

Jul 14, 2023

 

Kevin Randolph Gardner, affectionately known as "Pap" to his grandchildren, was a beloved High School History Teacher, devout Christian, and a dedicated member of his community. Born on December 3, 1958, in Washington DC, Kevin's passion for education and his compassionate nature made a lasting impact on the lives of countless people.

 

Kevin graduated from Wheaton High School...

Jul 13, 2023

Jul 13, 2023

 

Jesse Brice Runkles, 77, of Mount Airy, MD, passed away on July 13th, 2023 peacefullysurrounded by family. At the time of death, he entered into Heaven with Jesus andjoined the love of his life.

Jesse Brice was born on October 8th, 1945, in Frederick County, Maryland. Jesse was acountry boy. He loved farming, especially his red angus cows, and...

Jul 12, 2023

E. Lucille Putman, a beloved member of the community, has passed away at the age of 93. Born on August 21, 1929, in Carroll County, MD, Lucille was the daughter of the late William McKinley and Ethel M. (Lewis) Dixon.

Throughout her life, Lucille had a strong work ethic and an unwavering commitment to her family. As a young woman,...

Jul 12, 2023

 

With great sadness, we announce the death of Brian Keith Cooper, a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather.

Brian Keith Cooper, 62, of Frederick, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on July 12, 2023 after a courageous battle with Corticobasal Degeneration Syndrome, a form of Parkinson’s Disease. He was the loving husband of Debbie Cooper...

Jul 12, 2023

Doris Estella Shriner, 93, of Thurmont, Maryland, passed from this life on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 31, 1929, in Loys Station, MD, she was the daughter of the late Glenn I. Harbaugh and Estella G. (Long) Harbaugh.

In earlier years, Doris worked at the Thurmont Shoe Factory. 

She loved...

Jul 10, 2023

Melvin R. Hebron, 74, of Frederick, Maryland, passed away from this life on Monday, July 10, 2023.  He was the beloved husband of Gail Harris Hebron. Born on December 26, 1948, in Montgomery County MD, he was the son of the late Philip and Helen (Jones) Hebron. Melvin Graduated from Poolesville High School in Poolesville, MD.Melvin had many hobbies including:  Fishing, Shooting...

Jul 10, 2023

 

Richard "Rip" Knight passed on July 10, 2023 at the age of 79, joining the love of his life Dorothy "Jean" Knight, with whom he enjoyed over 50 years of marriage.  A lifelong Maryland boy, he was raised in Hagerstown and Colmar Manor, graduating from Bladensburg High School in 1961.  After serving at Dover Air Force Base, he enjoyed...

Jul 10, 2023

Katherine "Midge" P. Kelly, 81, of Frederick, passed from this life on Monday, July 10, 2023 at her residence.  She was the wife of the late James William Kelly, who passed away in 1987.  Born on September 4, 1941, in Edgewater, she was the daughter of the late Russell H. Paddy and Gladys Evelyn (Kirby) Paddy.

Mrs. Kelly worked at...

Jul 7, 2023

We are sad to announce that Mrs. Barbara Ann Harrison, 77, of Beltsville, Maryland, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023, at the White Oak Medical Center in Silver Spring, Maryland. Barbara was known for her friendly and sincere smile and welcoming spirit.  She deeply loved her family, husband, children and grandchildren, and was always there for them with a listening...

Jul 7, 2023

 

Dianne Lynn Williams

Educator

 

On Friday, July 7. Dianne, 70, formerly of Fairfax, VA. passed away peacefully at Kline Hospice House in Mount Airy, MD. She was preceded in death by her parents Frank E. Williams,Jr., mother Virginia (Durham) Williams, both of Fairax, VA, and a sister, Cheryl Leigh Williams of Palm Beach Gardens, FL. She is survived...

Jul 7, 2023

Edna R. Harrison, a beloved member of the Frederick community, passed away on July 7, 2023. She was born on December 21, 1926, in Johnsville, Maryland, to George W. Keeney and Myrtle Dinterman Keeney. Throughout her life, Edna had various careers that shaped her character and endeared her to those around her. She worked at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington,...

Jul 5, 2023

 

With great sorrow, the Logan family announces the death of a wonderful human being, Cathy Logan. Cathy, aged 62, died on Wednesday, July 5 after a long journey with breast cancer.

Cathy was born in Rockville, MD on February 1, 1961 to Sydney and Janice Butt. She graduated high school from Richard Montgomery and went on to have a...

Jul 4, 2023

 

Rhonda J. Elick, 69, of Little River, passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at home with her husband and family by her side. Born on October 14, 1953 in Brunswick, MD, she was a daughter of the late James and Florence Dockery.

On June 27, 1987, in Frederick, MD, Rhonda married Richard J. Elick. Always having a love...

Jul 4, 2023

 

Marcia Ruth Jacobs Galletti passed away peacefully on Tuesday July 4th, 2023 at the age of 86.  She was born in Brooklyn, NY on November 22, 1936,  to Nathan Jacobs and Sadie Litsky.   She was the youngest of two children,  her brother Morton being the oldest.  

She attended Erasmus High School,  in Brooklyn NY.   After graduation,...

Jul 4, 2023

 

John Ray Frank, 86, New Market, died July 4, 2023, at Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center of Frederick due to complications from diabetes. He was born June 12, 1937, at the Washington Homeopathic Hospital in Washington DC, to John Wilford and Edith Baldwin Frank. He was married to Carol Thobois Frank for over 50 years, until her death in...