Obituaries

Local obituaries for Laurel and surrounding areas.

Cynthia Ann Breitenlohner

Cynthia Ann Breitenlohner

Jun 13, 2024

Cynthia Ann (Cindy) Breitenlohner passed away on June 13, 2024.

Cindy was born Cynthia Ann Davis on November 26, 1947, to parents Velmar Davis and Laverne Davis (nee Craig) in Lafayette, Indiana.  She grew up in Urbana, Illinois, and finished High School in Annandale, Virginia, where she met her future husband.  After earning a degree in Economics...

Brian Chris Kleven

Brian Chris Kleven

Jun 11, 2024

Brian Chris Kleven passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at his home in Columbia, MD.  He was 75.

Born October 17, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, Son of Arthur & Mary Kleven.  Brian lived in Chicago and later in the Washington D.C. area, before moving to his residence in  Columbia, MD.

Brian received his...

Luis A. Zapata Sr.

Luis A. Zapata Sr.

Jun 10, 2024

Luis Alfonso Zapata, age 83, passed away in Silver Spring, Maryland on June 10, 2024.

Born July 10, 1940 in the Dominican Republic to Jaime Marizan and Paula Zapata, Luis began his journey through life. He had obtained his associate's degree and worked at the Howard Johnson Motel until retiring in 2002. Luis enjoyed playing dominos and...

Gregory Lee Barger

Gregory Lee Barger

Jun 9, 2024

Gregory Lee Barger, a skilled carpenter and retired construction superintendent, died unexpectedly at his home in Clarksville, Maryland on June 9, 2024.

Greg was born in Cumberland, Maryland on August 14, 1952.  After graduation, began working with his father in landscaping and later moved in to the construction. In July of 1977 he met is forever love...

Raymond C. Wines

Raymond C. Wines

Jun 6, 2024

Raymond Craig Wines, age 55, passed away in Jessup, Maryland on June 6, 2024. He was born on May 12, 1969 to Maynard and Joan Wines. Ray was preceded in death by his father Maynard Wines, his mother Joan Wines, sister- in- law Jean Anne Wines, and several loving aunts and uncles. Ray is survived by his wife Jayne,...

Sandra Mcclintick

Sandra Mcclintick

May 30, 2024

This obituary was lovingly written by the family.

Sandra Vreeland Dixon McClintick, 83, of Bradford passed away on May 30th, 2024, at Genesis-Fairland Center in Silver Spring, MD. Sandy was born on October 30, 1940, in Bradford, Pennsylvania to Dan Malcom and Alice Genevieve Vreeland. She lived in Bradford for 79 years, serving as a homemaker, raising...

Muriel S. (Jones)  Pierce

Muriel S. (Jones) Pierce

May 27, 2024

In Loving Memory of Muriel S. Pierce (née Jones)

December 15, 1930 - May 27, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Muriel S. Pierce, a cherished matriarch, patriot, and devout Christian, at the age of 93. A native of Ft. Pierce, Florida, Muriel was a beacon of unwavering...

Mary Elizabeth Constable

Mary Elizabeth Constable

May 25, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Constable, age 82, of Laurel, MD passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Morningside House of Laurel. Mary was born on May 7, 1942 in Washington, DC, to the late Marvin Eugene and Madeline (Holt) Constable. Upon graduation from Anacostia High School in 1960, Mary attended American University and worked at her father’s bakery until entering employment...

Karen M. (Johnson)  Hill

Karen M. (Johnson) Hill

May 25, 2024

This obituary was lovingly written by the family.

Sunrise, January 17, 1961 - Sunset, May 25, 2024

Karen Margaret Hill departed this life on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at her home in Laurel, Maryland. Born to Margaret Jean and Peyton Henry Johnson in the heart of Steubenville, Ohio, on January 17, 1961, Karen brought a...

Mary Lee (Michalski)  Savoie

Mary Lee (Michalski) Savoie

May 23, 2024

Mary Lee Savoie, 75 of Jessup, MD passed away on May 23, 2024

She was born on Dec. 18, 1948 to Raymond Michalski and Elva (Reek) Michalski

Mary was a member of St. Augustine Parish in Elkridge, MD

She loved spoiling her grandchildren, spending time with family and friends, shopping, QVC binging, farm...

Raymond Philip Palazzo

Raymond Philip Palazzo

May 22, 2024

Raymond Phillip Palazzo peacefully passed away on May 22nd, 2024.  He was 94.

Born in Akron, Ohio on December 29, 1929, Raymond was the second of eight children of immigrant parents Joseph Palazzo of Sicily, Italy and Catherine (Connolly) Palazzo of County Waterford, Ireland.

He was preceded in death by his parents, spouse Carolyn (Myers)...

Jessica Ruth Noonan Hyslop

Jessica Ruth Noonan Hyslop

May 19, 2024

Jessica Hyslop, 58, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024 after a multi-year battle with cancer. She went home to her Savior while surrounded by her loving husband John and close family.

Born Jessica Ruth Hoagberg on October 7, 1965, to Paul and Ruth (Erickson) Hoagberg, Jessica grew up in Prince George’s County where...

Lenita June Slavotinek

Lenita June Slavotinek

May 19, 2024

Lenita June Slavotinek (Momma June) passed away peacefully, at her residence, on May 19, 2024. Lenita was born in Vermont on May 18, 1937 to the late George Packard and Margaret MacFarlane. She was a wonderful wife and mother who took care of many people during her lifetime. She loved to socialize and she loved everyone wherever she went....

Lillian Jeanette Hairfield

Lillian Jeanette Hairfield

May 12, 2024

Lillian Jeanette Hairfield

Lillian Jeanette Hairfield, 83, of Burtonsville, Maryland, peacefully went to be with the Lord the evening of May 12, 2024.

Born to James Barton Musgrove and Lillian Jeanette Stephens on April 28, 1941, in Takoma Park, Maryland.  Lillian spent the entirety of her years between Fairland and Burtonsville getting to know much...

Salvador Gregorio Lourenco

Salvador Gregorio Lourenco

May 11, 2024

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Warren Lee Beckwith

Warren Lee Beckwith

May 8, 2024

Warren Lee Beckwith, 81 of Laurel passed away on May 08 2024

He was born in 1942 to Orville Wilson Beckwith. and Eileen Adele Leaman

He enjoyed cars (the good ones from the good old days) and his dogs

He is survived by  His son Tom Chandler, daughter in law Paula Chandler, sister...

James Edward Corcoran

James Edward Corcoran

May 6, 2024

James Edward Corcoran (Corky), of Wheaton, passed away at the age of 81.

He was born in 1943 to James Melville Corcoran M.D. and Catherine Hassett in Staunton, VA.

Jimmy’s passion was car racing.  He was a member of the Sports Car Club of America for 59 years.  He raced a TR-3 at Marlboro, later...

Linfield Henry Bennett

Linfield Henry Bennett

May 5, 2024

This obituary was lovingly submitted by the family of Linfield Henry Bennett.

Linfield Henry Bennett, age 67, passed away at home in Laurel, Maryland on May 5, 2024.

Linfield was born on May 25, 1956, in Guyana South America, to Agnes (Parjohn) & Henry Bennett. He met his wife Kim in Guyana at the age...

Eileen Ann Nuss

Eileen Ann Nuss

May 2, 2024

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Cynthia Anne Leyton

Cynthia Anne Leyton

May 2, 2024

This obituary was lovingly submitted by the family of Cynthia Anne Leyton.

Cynthia Anne Leyton, 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, May 2, 2024.

Born January 25, 1960, in Washington, DC, daughter of Vernon and June (Bruce) Mills. She grew up in Riverdale, MD and lived in Laurel since 1989. For...