Obituaries
Local obituaries for Laurel and surrounding areas.
Richard Greenberg
May 8, 2025
Dr. Richard D. Greenberg, 79, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025 surrounded by his family.
He was born March 28, 1946 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Benjamin and Natalie Greenberg.
Richard graduated from Northeast High School and Albright College. He then graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Medical College in 1973....
Carol Ann Mastroianni
May 7, 2025
Carol A. Mastroianni, 88, of Westfield, New Jersey, passed away on May 7, 2025.
Born in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in 1937, Carol graduated from Hazleton High School and went on to earn both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Penn State University.
A dedicated educator, Carol taught first grade at Franklin Elementary School in Westfield for...
Ernest "Ernie" Levi Lefever
May 7, 2025
Ernest Levi Lefever January 1, 1950 – May 7, 2025
Ernest “Ernie” Levi Lefever, a lifelong resident of Maryland, was born in Laurel on January 1, 1950. He passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025 at the age of 75.
Ernie was known for his kind heart, friendly spirit, and unwavering honesty. He spent many...
Catherine Anne (Mcgee) Hiett
May 5, 2025
Catherine Anne Hiett, 72 of Severn, MD passed away May 5th, 2025. Cathy was born June 22, 1952 to Patrick and Elsie McGee in Laurel, MD.
Cathy was a member of St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church, Hanover, MD and had attended St. Joseph’s, Odenton Md. for over 20 years.
Cathy had a number of jobs,...
Marguerite Grace Black
May 1, 2025
Marguerite (Maggie) Grace Black, age 68, passed away in Burtonsville, Maryland on May 1, 2025.
Maggie was born June 22, 1957 in New York, New York, daughter of Horton David Black and Yolande Auguste Black. She graduated top of her class at Hunter College in New York City in 1979 with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass...
James R Kirchner
Apr 25, 2025
James Russell Kirchner, 60, of Hanover passed away peacefully on Friday, April 25, 2025.
Jim was born on August 28, 1964 to Francis and Wilma (Brown) Kirchner in Washington, D.C. He was a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, and was a librarian at the Laurel Library for many years. He retired from the Prince...
Terry Coleman Hyatt
Apr 25, 2025
Terry Coleman Hyatt, 75, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away unexpectedly at his home on April 25, 2025.
Terry was born in Dothan, Alabama to the late Sara Alice Campbell Hyatt and David Hyatt and was preceded in death by his siblings, Randall Hyatt and Alice Green. He served proudly in the U.S. Army as a Military Police...
Jamie Faye Evans
Apr 24, 2025
Jamie Faye Evans passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025 after a long illness. She was the daughter of James F. Evans and the late Barbara L. Confer Evans. Sister of the Deborah Evans, Regina Evans and the late Wayne W. Evans. Jamie was also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
A Memorial Service will be...
Lynda Diane Umstot
Apr 5, 2025
Lynda Diane Umstot of Laurel, Maryland, passed away on April 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Lynda was born in Bethesda, Maryland, on December 18, 1946. She worked as an accountant at Martin Marietta until retiring to become a full-time homemaker. Lynda served as president of the Women's Auxiliary at American Legion Post 217 in College...
James Roy Bates
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...
Robert E. Allen, Sr.
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...
Georgianna Catherine Morley
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...
Nancy A Jerrell
Apr 1, 2025
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Gerard Romain, Sr.
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...
Joseph Patrick Burns
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.
...Robert Pop Grant
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...
Beth Rayna Tallent
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...
Patricia Ann Maguire
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...
James E. Dunivin, Jr.
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...
Katherine Lisbeth Marquez Zelaya
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...

