Obituaries

Apr 3, 2025

James Roy Bates, 82, of Laurel, MD Died on April 3, 2025. Son of Wilbur Bates and Merle Irene (Stouffer) Bates (both deceased); Married 53 years to Marilyn (Ewing) Bates; Loving father of Jennifer Bates Smith (Jimmy Smith) and Mark Ewing Bates (Dawn Bates); Beloved Grandfather of Jimmy Smith Jr, Rebecca Smith, Ryan Smith, Megan Bates, Robert Bannon, and...

Apr 3, 2025

Robert Allen Sr., age 85, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on April 3, 2025

Born May 29, 1939 in Washington, DC, son of Clifford and Helen Allen. He lived in various towns throughout Prince George's County and spent most of his career as a plumber at the University of Maryland College Park. Robert was a...

Apr 2, 2025

Georgianna Catherine Morley, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at the age of 92, surrounded by her devoted family.

Born on October 24, 1932, in Laurel, Maryland, Georgianna led a life marked by humility, unwavering faith, and deep love for her family, community, and church. Her gentle spirit and quiet...

Apr 1, 2025

An obituary is not available at this time for Nancy A Jerrell. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 1, 2025

Gerard Romain, Sr., age 92, passed away in Largo, Maryland on April 1, 2025.

Born June 1, 1932, in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti, son of St. Murat Romain and Madam St. Murat Romain.

Gerard was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years Marie, son Herve Ralph, and sister Marie-Thérèse Romain Petit.  Gerard is survived by...

Mar 29, 2025

Joseph “Joey” Patrick Burns

June 17, 1986 – March 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joseph “Joey” Patrick Burns, who left us far too soon at the age of 38. Born on June 17, 1986, Joey brought joy, laughter, and light to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Mar 27, 2025

Robert R. (Pop) Grant passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 27, 2025. He leaves behind his two children: Robert Darrin Grant and his wife Lena and Lori P. Emmert and her husband James. Loving grandfather of Lauren Russo and her husband Anthony, Zack, R.J. and Sidney Grant and the late James Emmert Jr. and Great-Grandfather of...

Mar 20, 2025

Beth Rayna Tallent, a cherished mother and vibrant spirit, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on October 8, 1948, in New York; Beth spent her later years in Laurel, Maryland, where she cultivated a warm and loving home for her family. Beth spent her career as a Proposal Manager in the Government...

Mar 19, 2025

Patricia Ann Maguire formerly of Laurel, Maryland passed away peacefully in her home in Marriottsville, Maryland on Wednesday March 19, 2025. Patricia was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania to James P. and Marion (nee) King Igoe on March 15, 1939. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years Austin W. Maguire in 2015, and her sister Margaret...

Mar 18, 2025

James Elmer Dunivin, Jr., affectionately known as “Jim”, died on March 18, 2025. He was 92 years old.

Jim was born on March 12, 1933 to James E. and Dorothy (Higgins) Dunivin and was a 1951 graduate of Arundel High School. Shortly thereafter, Jim enlisted in the United States Navy, was a volunteer with the Jessup Volunteer...

Mar 17, 2025

En el suave abrazo del tiempo, nos reunimos para recordar el espiritu radiante de katherine Lisbeth Marquez Zelaya, quien bailo entre nosotros durante un breve pero luminoso capitulo del libro de la vida. Nacida en Maryland el 10 de Septiembre de 2014, Katherine lleno nuestras vidas de alegria, curiodidad y el espiritu insaciable de un joven erudito que suena...

Mar 16, 2025

Laura Woolger was born in Washington DC on January 10, 1957. The second daughter of Samuel and Muriel Woolger. During her junior year of high school she was in an exchange program to Mexico for a summer. After high school she secured a job as an administrator at NSA, where she remained for over 40 years, retiring in January...

Mar 8, 2025

We gather today to honor and celebrate the life of Reginald “Reggie” Quander, a man whose presence brought warmth, kindness, and joy to all who knew him. Born on March 18, 1943, in Washington, D.C., Reggie’s life was a testament to love, service, and dedication. He passed away on March 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy that will be...

Mar 8, 2025

Donna Marie Wood (Nanny), age 77, of Odenton, Maryland, passed away on March 8, 2025, in Pasadena, Maryland.

Born on August 2, 1947, in Washington, D.C., she was the daughter of Wilmer Neuhauser and Josephine Messineo Neuhauser. Donna spent her career as a hairdresser, retiring in 2023. She cherished her time spent with family and friends, especially...

Mar 7, 2025

Patricia Ann Long, also known as Patsy, Pat, mom and nana, age 86, passed away on March 7, 2025.

Patricia was born February 1, 1939, in Washington, D.C to Jane and Edward Clark. She served as the President of the Ladies of the Elks 1778 and worked various secretary jobs until she retired in 2010.

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Mar 7, 2025

Louise Love (nee Chaney) Thornton died at Howard County Hospital early on the 7th of March at age 87, a few weeks shy of her 88th birthday on March 21st. Louise was born in 1937 in Laurel, Maryland; at age four, she came down with Polio and was at Children’s Hospital in Baltimore for two years. She and her...

Mar 5, 2025

Royce Allen “Sam” Lloyd was a gentle and loving husband, father, granddad, and dear friend to many. After bravely battling melanoma, his spirit was received into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for eternal rest on March 5, 2025.

Sam, as most everyone called him, was born July 6, 1958, in Edinburgh, Scotland, to...

Mar 4, 2025

Paul Anthony Ragan Sr “Big Paul”, 54 of Laurel, Maryland passed away on March 4th, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones. Paul is predeceased by his parents, Thomas Henry Ragan and Rosemary Xela Ragan (nee Beavers), as well as his brother Thomas Charles Ragan and his sister Carolyn Lisa Ragan. Paul is survived by sister Diana Ragan Syphax, children,...

Mar 4, 2025

Walter Leroy Hofmeister, Jr. age 92 of Baltimore, Maryland passed away on Tuesday March 4, 2025.

He was the son of the late Walter Hofmeister Sr. and Alma Hofmeister, beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (Betty) Hofmeister (nee DiNisio). Devoted father of Walter Laurence (Larry) Hofmeister and wife Amy, Lisa Dombrose and husband Dick, Carole Smith and...

Mar 2, 2025

Fred Joseph Brooks, age 66, passed away in Laurel, Maryland on March 2, 2025.

Born June 20, 1958 in Baltimore, MD  Son of Fred Littlefield Brooks “Jimmy” and mother Gloria Lee Brooks.

Fred was a well traveled man, living in places such as: Japan, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, Spain, Guam, Canada, Kure Island, Hawaii, California,...