Obituaries

Apr 3, 2025

Herman “Paul” Bowens was born on April 9, 1945, to Jane L. Bowens Dorsey and Herman Dotson in Frederick, Maryland. He was affectionately known by many as “Paul” or “Joe Nasty.” On April 3, 2025, Paul peacefully entered eternal rest, just days before his 80th birthday.

Paul received his education at both Lincoln and Frederick High School. After graduating from high...

Apr 21, 2025

Mrs. Ellen Mary Tarpey, age 94, of Frederick, went to be with the Lord on April 21, 2025. She was the wife of John Patrick Tarpey, her loving husband of 65 years. Born on December 9, 1930 in Walpole, MA, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Margaret Robinson.

Ellen is survived by her 8 children, 17 grandchildren and...

Apr 21, 2025

Bettye Bass Hamlin, 94, of Frederick, Maryland.

Bettye Bass Hamlin was the wife of the late John G Hamlin. They married on December 25, 1952, after dating for nine weeks in her hometown of Freeport, Texas and were married for 58 years. They spent many years traveling the country together with family and friends in retirement.

Born on June 26, 1930, in...

Apr 21, 2025

Apr 20, 2025

"I could have missed the pain, but I'd have had to miss The Dance."

Melody Ann Clark, 69, of Weirton, WV and Mount Airy, MD, mournfully passed from this life on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025. Born on January 17, 1956, in Weirton, WV, she was the daughter of Beth and Dale Clarke. 

Melody attended and graduated from Weir High School, in...

Apr 20, 2025

Samuel L. Jones, 86, of Knoxville, Maryland, passed from this life on Sunday, April 20, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Emma Jones.

Born on March 12, 1939, in Knoxville, MD, he was the son of the late Everett and Mary (Meehan) Jones.

Sam proudly served in the Army, where he was stationed in Germany, an experience he cherished...

Apr 20, 2025

Dianna Lynn Rowland, 69, of Frederick, Maryland, passed from this life on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at Frederick Health Hospital in Frederick, MD. She was the loving wife of David Rowland. They were married for five years.

Born on August 13, 1955, in Frederick, MD, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Main and Anna (Goode) Main.

Dianna was a planner...

Apr 20, 2025

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Monica Anne Fabi (Wise), who left us peacefully on April 20, 2025, surrounded by her family in the comfort of her home.

Born on May 8, 1979, at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland, Monica was the cherished daughter of Daniel and Grace Wise. She was raised in Rockville and graduated from...

Apr 19, 2025

Garry Philip Haywood, 86 of Ijamsville, Maryland passed peacefully from this life on Saturday April 19, 2025 at his home. He was the husband of Kathleen (Kitti) Haywood with whom he enjoyed a 40-year marriage.

Born September 17, 1938 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Philip and Helen Haywood. Garry was a 1957 graduate of Bethesda Chevy...

Apr 19, 2025

William "Bill" Joseph Workman, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away at home after a brief but fierce battle with esophageal cancer at the age of 73. Surrounded by his loved ones, Bill faced his final days with strength, dignity, and his characteristic sense of humor.

Born in Pottsville, PA, on August 7, 1951, Bill was the son of the...

Apr 17, 2025

Heather Dee Johnson, 71, of Keymar, Maryland, passed from this life on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Frederick Health Hospital. She was the loving wife of Darrell Johnson, whom she married on June 10, 1972.

Born on October 12, 1953, in Binghamton, NY, she was the daughter of the late Walter Wall and Clairbeth Jane (Ross) Wall.

Heather was raised in Burtonsville,...

Apr 16, 2025

Betty "Jean" Swomley, 82, died April 16, 2025. Jean was born December 24, 1942, in Baltimore, MD and was the daughter of the late Wesley W. and Cecil M. Hudson of Baltimore, MD.

She was the wife of C. Wayne Swomley of Frederick, MD. She was a member of the Frederick Church of the Brethren and the past President of the...

Apr 14, 2025

Louise H. Talley, 96, life-long resident of Frederick, passed from this life suddenly on Monday, April 14, 2025, at her home. She was the loving and devoted wife to the late William R. Talley. They were married for 57 years at the time of his passing on September 25, 2007.

Born on May 3, 1928, in Frederick, she was the daughter...

Apr 14, 2025

Manly "Mandy" Kay Stiffler, 74, of Mount Airy, Maryland, passed from this life on Monday, April 14, 2025 at her home. She was the wife of the late Dale Stiffler.

Born on August 17, 1950, in NC, she was the daughter of the late Henry M. and Ellen L. (Boykin) Hair.

Mandy worked for Memco until they went out of business and...

Apr 14, 2025

Virginia Laurene “Jenny” Brown Rogers, 89, of Emmitsburg, MD passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Menno Haven Rehab Center in Chambersburg, PA.

Born on January 25, 1936 in Garfield, MD, she was the daughter of the late Morris and Hilda Smith Brown. She was the wife of the late Clarence A. “Pete” Rogers, who predeceased her in 1992.

Virginia was...

Apr 14, 2025

Sandra "Sonnie" Rebecca (Merriman) Hardy, 78, of Boonsboro, Maryland, passed from this life on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Fahrney - Keedy Memorial Home in Boonsboro, Maryland.

Born on January 15, 1947, in Brunswick, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Paul Merriman and Mary Louise (Chambers) Fleetwood

Sonnie enjoyed her life in Brunswick, MD as a local beautician and then...

Apr 13, 2025

Odella Jeanne Rhodes passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025 in Boonsboro, MD. A beloved mother, and successful businesswoman, she leaves behind a legacy of strength, dedication, and unwavering support for her beloved clients and family.

Jeanne Rhodes was a trailblazer in the health industry, creating Jeanne Rhodes Preventive Health Institute in 1982. Her leadership and business acumen inspired many, and...

Apr 11, 2025

Alberta Ellen Weldon, 85, of Frederick, Maryland, passed from this life peacefully, surrounded by her family on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Frederick Health Hospital in Frederick, Maryland.

Born on September 20, 1939, in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Albert Greenwald and Violet Marie (Harkins) Greenwald.

Enter Education History Information: She graduated from Mastbaum High School, Kensington, PA...

Apr 10, 2025

Margaret Ann Seger, 77, of Union Bridge, Maryland, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and loved ones, on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Frederick Health Hospital.

Born on August 22, 1947, in Johnson City, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Robert Henry Miller and Mary Evelyn (Franklin) Miller.

A 1967 graduate of Howard High School, “Annie” embraced the everyday joys...

Apr 10, 2025

Mrs. Hilda Elizabeth Johnson, 91, of Frederick, MD, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025 at her home with family in Frederick, MD.

Born on November 12, 1933, in Frederick, MD, she was the daughter of the late Darby and Bessie Luvenia (Bowens) Brown. She was married to the late Joseph Henry Johnson.

Hilda retired from Montgomery County Public Schools (30 years) in...