Obituaries

May 21, 2025

Marvin (Frank) Dodson, Jr. passed away on May 21, 2025, at his home in Laurel, Maryland, surrounded by his three beloved daughters.

Born on August 20, 1954, Frank was raised in College Park, Maryland.  Frank was the cherished oldest son of the late Marvin Francis and June Florine Dodson (Rock). He was known for his wild spirit...

May 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lynn Z. Class, a beloved daughter, sister, cousin, and friend. Lynn passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born on March 19, 1947 to John Zapalski Sr. and Margaret Zapalski (both deceased). She was preceded in death by her beloved brother,...

May 11, 2025

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Karen Anne Norris (Lonaberger) on May 11, 2025.

Karen is survived by her husband Warren Norris; son Sterling Norris; stepson Callaway Norris; mother Cathy Lonaberger Polk; father and steparents James and Karen Lonaberger; brother Andrew Lonaberger; mother-in-law Geather Norris; sister-in-law Janeen Norris; and nephew Albert Thompson....

May 10, 2025

Donald Baumgartner passed away on May 10, 2025 at his home in Laurel, Md. Donald was the beloved husband of the late Bridgett J. Baumgartner (nee Miller); devoted son of the late William and Frances Baumgartner; dear brother of Michael Baumgartner and Gail Madara; loving uncle of Mark Madara, Scott Madara, Allison Cerreto, Mikayla Baumgartner, Kevin Smith and Kelly...

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....

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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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...