Obituaries

Oct 7, 2023

On October 7, 2023, Milton C. Denn Sr, 88, of Walkersville, Maryland, passed peacefully from this life at home surrounded by family.

The second of five siblings and two half siblings, Milton was born May 1935 in Baltimore County. He married his high school sweetheart, Dolores, and fathered four boys, Chuck, Mark, Jimmy and Dave. During high school he worked...

Oct 6, 2023

Rudolph (Rudy) Gregory Jurricks, Sr., 73, a beloved husband, father, uncle, musician, and friend passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2023 at Frederick Health Hospital after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on July 17, 1950, in Frederick, Maryland to the late Robert Jurricks and Geneva Oram Thomas Jurricks.  His warm infectious smile and...

Oct 6, 2023

Brenda Elizabeth Dewees 59, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2023 at Frederick Health Hospital.

She was born March 27, 1964 in Gettysburg PA to Margret Cool and the late Glenn I Cool. She is survived by her devoted husband of 44 years, Calvin Dewees one son Adam Dewees, three daughters Michelle Dewees, Samantha Hull and Crystal Conrad, 6...

Oct 6, 2023

Oct 6, 2023

 

Carmela Jean Thompson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on October 6, 2023. Born on March 1, 1958, in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of Dominic Jospeh DeBella and Maxine Barbara Stokes.  Moreover, she was the soulmate and beloved wife of Ron Thompson for 46 years. Carmela dedicated her professional career to serving as an Office...

Oct 6, 2023

Terrence Lynn “Terry” Rohrer, 77, of Sharpsburg, Maryland, passed from this life on Friday, October 6, 2023 at his home in Sharpsburg. Born May 15, 1946, in Sharpsburg, he was the son of the late Chauncey A. Rohrer, Sr. and Frances Elizabeth (Ewing) Rohrer. He was a 1964 graduate of Boonsboro High School and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He...

Oct 5, 2023

H. Michael Hawkins, 83, of Mt. Airy, MD, passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at his home in Mt. Airy.He was the beloved husband of Gail Hawkins (nee Full).  

Michael was born August 9, 1940, in Washington, DC, the son of the late Kenneth M. Hawkins and Dorothy M. Hawkins (nee McKeever). He was the fourth of five...

Oct 4, 2023

Barbara E. Jones (BJ), 84, of Ijamsville, MD, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at Somerford Place in Frederick.

She was born on November 5, 1938 in Atlanta, GA to the late Enoch Washington “Wash” Eason and Nellie Jeanette (Waddell) Eason.

Born and raised in Atlanta, GA, Barbara attended SW DeKalb High School. She went on to higher education at...

Oct 2, 2023

 

Gary L. Parks, 51, of Monrovia, MD passed away peacefully on Monday October 2, 2023.  Born in Silver Spring, MD Gary was the son of the late Robert E. Parks, Sr. and Helen M. Parks.

Gary never had an enemy and was friends with everyone he met and always willing to lend a helping hand.  Gary had a passion...

Oct 1, 2023

 

Margaret (Mardee) Sally Shaw, 94, of Frederick MD passed away peacefully on October 1, 2023 at Somerford Assisted Living in Frederick.  She had just celebrated her 94th birthday on September 27 with her children and grandchildren.  She was born in Eveleth, Minnesota to Elmer Phillip Arnold and Doris Sally Arnold. Mardee was preceded in death by her parents, husband,...

Sep 30, 2023

Margret Lou Kostolansky, a beloved wife, mother, daughter and friend left this world on September 30, 2023. Born on September 15, 1966, in New York, Margret brought light and joy to the lives she touched.Throughout her career, Margret dedicated herself to creating unforgettable experiences and happy memories. For twelve years, she worked as an event planner at Holly Hills Country...

Sep 29, 2023

On September 29, 2023, Rosemary Torrine Kolega passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late George Joseph Kolega for 62 years.

Rosemary was born in Hagerstown, Maryland on July 17th, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Torrine (Rossi). She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School through the...

Sep 28, 2023

Linda Lee Fogle, 87, of Keymar, passed from this life on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Chester L. Fogle, Jr.

Born on December 19, 1935, in Thurmont, she was the daughter of the late George Edward Shook, Sr. and Catherine Noraine (Fraley) Shook.

Linda graduated...

Sep 28, 2023

Janet Zsebedics was a loving wife, devoted mother, and dedicated nurse who touched the hearts of everyone she encountered. She peacefully passed away at her residence on September 28, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and warmth. Born on January 25, 1940, in Westminster, Maryland to Urban and Louise Bowman, Janet's journey of love and service will forever be...

Sep 27, 2023

 

James Richard Hughes, 67, of Thurmont, passed from this life on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at his home.  Born on March 21, 1956, in Loudoun, VA, he was the son of the late Harry Adam Hughes and Rosemary Catherine (Horn) Hughes.

He served as Private E-2 in the U.S. Army, discharged in June 1978.

He was employed by McGregor...

Sep 27, 2023

Mary Louise Boone, 88, of Woodsboro, MD passed away September 27, 2023 at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley, in Walkersville, MD.

She was born on December 23, 1934 in Frederick, MD to the late Charles Lowe and Annie Katherine Lowe (Hoffman).She loved going to bingo and spending time with family.

She was employed with Rotorex Company for over 25...

Sep 26, 2023

 

Leo Francis Campion, beloved husband, father, grandfather, educator, and coach passed away on September 26, 2023, at Frederick Health Hospital in Frederick, Maryland. He was born on August 26, 1951, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania to the late Leo J. Campion and Katherine Toblin.Leo had a remarkable career that spanned nearly half a century dedicated to enriching the lives of students through education...

Sep 24, 2023

“Where have you been all my life?”  Ronald Marak Winfrey was born August 14, 1945, in Cameron, Texas to Weldon Winfrey and Rosalie (Janicek) Winfrey.  He passed away peacefully on September 24, 2023 in Frederick, Maryland after an extended illness, surrounded by his loving family. Ron grew up in Oklahoma City, as the oldest to four younger siblings: Jay, Dennis, Jeanette,...

Sep 24, 2023

Edward Michael Sheahin, 82, of Frederick, MD, was called home to his heavenly father on Sunday, September 24, 2023.

Edward was born in 1941, in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Edward and Alice Sheahin. 

He spent most of his childhood living in the Washington, DC area and went to school at St. John’s College High School. He worked for IBM...

Sep 24, 2023

John Russell Giles, III, lovingly known as J.R., passed away on September 24, 2023, at his home in Frederick, Maryland. He was born on February 10, 1980, in Frederick, and his absence leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew him.J.R. lived a life filled with diverse experiences and meaningful connections. He pursued various career opportunities throughout his...