Obituaries
Local obituaries for Laurel and surrounding areas.
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...
Paul Leroy Davis
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...
Floria Mercedes Warner
Jul 14, 2026
Please join us virtually for the Memorial Service will be LIVESTREAMED.
In Loving Memory of
Floria Mercedes Warner
July 31, 1949 – July 14, 2026
With heart filled love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of our beloved Floria Mercedes Warner, affectionately known as “Coolie,” who peacefully gained her Heavenly wings on July 14, 2026, at the age of 76.
Floria was born on July...
Wilson John Privitera
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...
David J. Forbes
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...
Michael Jules Hof
Jul 9, 2026
Master Chief Petty Officer (MCPO) Michael Jules Hof of Laurel, MD, a 30 year Veteran of the United States Navy passed away July 9, 2026 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center after a hard fought battle with cancer.
He is survived by his wife Donna of 33 years, our children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephew, many friends, and loved ones.
Mike...
Betty Lou Beaudin
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...
Sylvia Stverak-Pruden
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...
Leonard Gilbert Bookhultz Sr.
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...
Shirley E. Luby
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,...
Bertha Mae Rushing
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...
Daniel Martin Jeffers
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...
Lloyd Samuel Thorpe
Jun 29, 2026
The services for Lloyd Samuel Thorpe will be live-streamed; to access the webcast, please click HERE.
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,...
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