Obituaries

Jul 15, 2026

Paul L. Davis, age 90 of Laurel, Maryland, a prominent Baltimore organist and teacher passed away on July 15, 2026.

Dr. Davis was for 45 years organist and director of music Christ Lutheran Church (Inner Harbor) in Baltimore, retiring in 2011, and a Conservatory organ teacher at the Peabody Institute of John Hopkins University (1968-1984). He was also associate professor, serving...

Jul 14, 2026

Jul 13, 2026

Wilson “Gene” Privitera passed away peacefully at his home on July 13, 2026. Born to Italian immigrant parents in Washington, D.C., where he lived a long and colorful life. After serving in World War II, Gene met and married Mildred “Mitzi” Moore; they remained married for more than 50 years until her death in 2005. As a young newlywed, Gene...

Jul 12, 2026

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Jul 11, 2026

David J. Forbes of Laurel, MD, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. He was a dedicated husband, a much-loved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, soldier, and a friend to many.

David was born in Canton, OH on September 27, 1948 as the first born to Robert and Helen Daily Forbes. He...

Jul 9, 2026

Master Chief Petty Officer (MCPO) Michael Jules Hof, a 30 year United States Navy Retiree passed away July 9, 2026 after a battle with cancer. 

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Donna Marie Hof, his children, grand-children, and great grand-children, along with many friends and loved ones. Mike was patriotic, he loved his family, and was a friend...

Jul 8, 2026

Betty Lou Beaudin, beloved wife, mother, Meme, and faithful servant of Jesus Christ, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, where she now rejoices in the eternal promises of the One she faithfully loved and served throughout her life.

Born on August 31, 1945, Betty Lou was the youngest of eight children born to...

Jul 7, 2026

Sylvia Stverak-Pruden was a Lifetime Girl Scout, a Quilter, a friend, and a Mother. She passed on 7/7/2026 surrounded by family, and has gone to be with her parents, Roma and Bob Stverak and with her Brother Rick Stverak. She is continued by her Sister Lisa Stverak and her niece Lauren Peters, her Husband David Pruden and her children, Regina...

Jul 7, 2026

Leonard Gilbert “ Bookie “ Bookhultz, 90 of Laurel Md passed away July 07, 2026 surrounded by his family after recovery complications from heart surgery. Bookie was born in Baltimore MD to George G. Bookhutlz and Ruth Bookhultz ( Knox ).

He married Joyce Elaine Hall on December 8, 1956, and they resided in Laurel, MD. Bookie retired from Academy Ford...

Jul 7, 2026

Shirley Lee Luby, of Laurel, Maryland, transferred to Post Everlasting on July 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of service, leadership, and unwavering dedication to her family, fellow veterans, and community.

Born into a family of six children, Lee was the youngest of six siblings. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph "Jack" Luby Jr., and her siblings, Richard,...

Jul 2, 2026

Bertha Mae Rushing, a beloved mother, grandmother, godmother, and friend, peacefully departed this life on July 2, 2026, at her home at Golden Crest Assisted Living in Westminster, MD. Born on November 30, 1941, in Laurel, MD, Bertha was the cherished daughter of Edward Guy and Blanche Leishure.

 Bertha spent her early years in the vibrant community of Laurel, MD, where...

Jul 2, 2026

Daniel “Danny” Martin Jeffers, 87 years old, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026, surrounded by family. He was born in Minooka, PA on December 4, 1938 to Cyril Daniel Jeffers and Mary Theresa (Horan) Jeffers. He graduated from South Catholic High School in 1956 and joined the United States Marine Corp. After his discharge, he returned to Minooka...

Jun 29, 2026

Lloyd Samuel Thorpe went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, June 29, 2026 at the age of 80. Lloyd was born in St. James, Jamaica, West Indies on March 14, 1946 to Claudius Agustus Thorpe and Rebecca (neé Grenion) Thorpe.

In 1963, at age 17 and a half, he migrated to the capital city of Kingston, Jamaica...

Jun 27, 2026

On June 27, 2026, Ruth Ann Flester passed from this life. Ruth, a lifelong resident of Laurel, Maryland, attended Laurel High School, and Bard-Avon Secretarial / Finishing School in Baltimore, MD. She loved the LORD and was a member of Berwyn Baptist Church, South Columbia Baptist Church, and First United Methodist Church of Laurel. She took great pride in being...

Jun 27, 2026

Amy Elisabeth Griffin of Laurel, Maryland died on June 27, 2026. She was 59 years old. Amy was born on September 18, 1966, in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area and was a 1984 graduate of Firestone High School in Akron, Ohio.

After graduating high school her travels took her to Maryland where she began working for Amtrak in 1988, a career she...

Jun 20, 2026

The services for Melissa Jacobs will be live-streamed; to access the webcast please click HERE.

Melissa "Missy" Jacobs passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026. Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort in celebrating a life filled with laughter, creativity, compassion, and unconditional love.

Born on December 17, 1968, in Pensacola, Florida, Melissa was the beloved daughter of Edward Bertot and...

Jun 18, 2026

Glen Wilson Putnam, age 64 of Laurel, Maryland passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, in Hagerstown, Maryland after a long health battle. Born on July 15, 1961, in Athol, Massachusetts.

Glen’s career was marked by a genuine love for his work in the mortgage industry. He often remarked that he never needed an alarm clock because waking up to go...

Jun 15, 2026

Brenda Stalworth Persons, age 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 15, 2026. Born on September 16, 1950, in Virginia, Brenda was the beloved daughter of Annemarie Neff Stalsworth and the late Master Sergeant Morris Lee Stalsworth, and the devoted sister of Morris Lee Stalsworth, Jr.

Brenda lived a full and meaningful life shaped by family, service, travel, creativity,...

Jun 13, 2026

Kenneth William Raatz, age 78, passed away in Laurel, Maryland on June 13, 2026.

Born July 14, 1947, in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Kenneth was the son of Charles Raatz and Agnes Patzitny Raatz. At a young age, Kenneth and his parents moved to Los Angeles, California, where he learned to surf and developed a lifelong passion for the outdoors.

Shortly after graduating...

Jun 7, 2026

Robert Bruce Dingley, affectionately known as Bobby, passed away on June 7, 2026. He was born to Margaret Cain and Robert Dingley on February 16, 1946.

Robert was truly one of a kind—a kind, stylish, and unforgettable gentleman whose presence brought joy and laughter to those around him. He was, quite simply, a very cool guy.

Robert became a resident of Caroline...