Obituaries
Local obituaries for Laurel and surrounding areas.
Joan Franciea Shaw
Aug 22, 2026
The Services for Joan Franciea Shaw will be live-streamed; to access the webcast, please click HERE.
Adored mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend Joan Franciea Shaw (nee Harvey’s) immortal soul left this world on August 22, 2026 upon the onset of a sudden illness. Her passing is a great loss to all those who loved her. Joan was born on October...
Joseph Mickesh
Aug 20, 2026
The services for Joseph Mickesh will be live-streamed; to access the webcast please click HERE.
Sharon Singh
Aug 18, 2026
Sharon Singh, 72 of Sandwich, NH, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
She was born May 6, 1954 to John and Katherine Castle in Gloucester, MA.
Sharon worked as a Classified Document Specialist for Booz Allen Hamilton before leaving the workforce to become a full time mother and homemaker.
Sharon lived her life unapologetically as herself. She grew up in Gloucester, Massachusetts,...
Betty Jane Johnson
Aug 16, 2026
Betty S. Johnson
January 10, 1936 – August 16, 2026
Betty S. Johnson, 90, of Ashton, Maryland, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2026.
Born on January 10, 1936, in Denton, North Carolina, Betty lived a life defined by faith, family, friendship, and service to others. Her Christian faith was a constant throughout her life. From her childhood in rural North...
Erick Quintin Johnson
Aug 15, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Erick Quintin Johnson
October 30, 1964 – August 15, 2026
Erick Quintin Johnson was a man who loved hard, laughed often, and would give what he could to help the people he cared about.
He was born in Washington, D.C., to Clyde and Delories Johnson. From childhood, family was always important to Erick. He grew into a loving son, husband,...
Gayle J. Negri
Aug 13, 2026
Gayle Jacobs Negri (nee Hartnett) passed away in the early morning hours of Thursday, Aug 13, 2026, at Adventist White Oak hospital, of complications from pancreatic cancer, just 11 days before her 79th birthday.
She was born on August 24, 1947, in the District of Columbia to Daniel Hartnett and Francis Wise Hartnett (both deceased).
She is survived by her husband of...
April Marie Burgess
Aug 11, 2026
April Marie Burgess, of Hyattsville, Maryland, passed away on August 11, 2026. She was 56 years old. Born on December 10, 1969, April was the dear daughter of Mary and Barry Burgess, Sr.
April graduated high school in 1987 where she ran track, accruing numerous trophies from the sport along the way. She also worked at Home Depot where her friendly...
Patricia Ann Farmer
Aug 4, 2026
Patricia Ann (Paduda) Farmer, 82, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2026. She brought warmth, laughter, and an unshakeable kindness into the lives of everyone who knew her, and she was loved and respected by all.
Patricia was born on January 2, 1944, in Washington, D.C., the daughter of Michael J. Paduda Sr. and Margaret (Mack) Paduda. She...
Robert Melvin Moe
Aug 4, 2026
Robert (Bob) Melvin Moe was born on November 22, 1928 in St. Petersburg, Florida to Oluf and Louise Moe. He spent his early years in St.Petersburg and graduated from St. Petersburg High School in 1946. He was known to his friends and schoolmates as “Little Moe” and “Coach.” He held numerous leadership positions and received many accolades for his service...
Shirley A. Harvey-Poole
Aug 4, 2026
Life’s Reflection
Shirley Ann Nelson was born Jan 1, 1948 in Shelby County Tennessee to the late Joe and Zola Nelson, Sr. She departed this life with grace and peace on August 4, 2026.
She married her first husband, Marvin Collier Sr., and from their union had four children, Rhonda, Marvin, Robert and Mia Collier. She later married David Harvey (deceased) and...
Xiaochun Li
Jul 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Xiaochun Li
March 15, 1961 – July 30, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Xiaochun Li, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, accomplished educator, and lifelong learner.
Born in Mayang, China, Xiaochun showed a strong passion for learning from an early age. She earned her bachelor’s degree in China and later received...
Evelyn Geraldine Curry
Jul 29, 2026
Evelyn Geraldine Curry, age 82, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and vibrant memories. Born on July 22, 1944, in Baltimore City, Maryland.
Evelyn was the beloved daughter of the late John Johnson and Dorothy Franklin.
She received her education through the Baltimore City Public Schools, laying the foundation for a lifetime of hard...
Majella B. Ruadap-Planta
Jul 29, 2026
With hearts filled with love and sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved Majella Ruadap-Planta on July 29, 2026 at the age of 55. She was a dedicated physical therapist who cared deeply for her patients, a devoted wife and mother who adored her whole family, and an inspiring and treasured friend who always knew how to make you...
Dante Antonioni
Jul 29, 2026
Dante “Danny” Antonioni passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, leaving behind a loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife, RoseMarie , with whom he shared 65 years of marriage; his children, Michael (Faith),Sharon (David), and Jennifer; his grandchildren, Natalie, Anthony, Trevor, Nicolas, and Lukas; and his sister, Maria. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carlo...
Daryl Richard Dillow
Jul 25, 2026
Surrounded by his loving family, Daryl Richard Dillow passed away peacefully on July 25th at the age of 77, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania,
Daryl was the only child of Magdeline Kertis and Charles Dillow, who predeceased him. He proudly served his country for over 25 years in the United States Navy. In 1969, he married...
Cecelia C. Caudill
Jul 21, 2026
The services for Cecelia will be live-streamed; to access the webcast, please click HERE.
Cecelia C. Caudill, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away on July 21, 2026, at 79 years old. She was born on April 4, 1947, in Washington, D.C. to Charles and Madeline Donaldson and was raised in a strong Irish Catholic family. Cecelia graduated from Bladensburg High School, class of...
Michael Vernon Downey
Jul 21, 2026
Michael “Micky” Vernon Downey, of Laurel, Maryland died on July 21, 2026. He was 70 years old. Born on August 31, 1955, to William and Mable (Christensen) Downey, Micky was a lifelong resident of the state of Maryland and a proud United States Army veteran, faithfully serving his country from 1975 to 1978. Additionally, he was head cook at Doctors...
Ana Maria Lorena Creque
Jul 21, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Ana Maria "Lorena" Creque
Beloved Daughter • Mother • Grandmother • Sister • Aunt • Cousin • Friend
July 12, 1961 – July 21, 2026
"Her children arise and call her blessed." — Proverbs 31:28
With profound sadness, yet unwavering faith in God's promise of eternal life, we celebrate the life of Ana Maria "Lorena" Creque, who peacefully entered the...
June James
Jul 18, 2026
In Loving Memory of June Angela James, BSN, RN
June Angela James, BSN, RN, age 60, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, in Laurel, Maryland.
Born on June 26, 1966, in St. Paul’s, St. George’s, Grenada, to the late Lincoln and Amelia James, June lived a life defined by compassion, service, faith, and love. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to caring for...

