Obituaries

Raymond W. Burton

Apr 27, 2018

Raymond W. Burton, (94), of Laurel, MD passed away at his residence on April 27, 2018.

He was born in 1924 to Walter Thomas Burton and Minnie Maude Gaither in Fulton, MD.  He was one of 13 children.

Raymond graduated from Montgomery Blair High School in 1943 and joined the United States Army in September...

Marlene A. Penniston

Apr 26, 2018

Marlene A. Penniston, beloved wife of Joseph P. Chervenak, passed away on April 26, 2018. She was born in Wisconsin on September 2, 1934 to the late Marjorie Uffelman. Marlene spent a 31 year career as a legal secretary for Montgomery County. After retiring, she and her husband opened and ran an antique store, in Olney, MD, called A...

Merie Katherine Clark

Apr 26, 2018

Merie Katherine Clark, beloved wife of Geoffrey Ian Clark, died peacefully at her home at the age of 75.  Born and raised in Hyattsville, Maryland, she was an avid reader of mystery novels, and member of the American Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary.  Merie is survived by her brother Larry Crabill, three sons Erik, Adam, and Todd King, grandson Logan King,...

George A. Harley

Apr 25, 2018

George Aaron Harley, 93 of Washington, DC passed away on April 25, 2018.

He was born on March 31, 1925 to Jessie Franklin Harley and Cora Allen at the Freedmen’s Hospital in Washington, DC.

A devout catholic George sang in the choir at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Washington, DC before becoming a long-time member...

Mary H. Lanthrip

Apr 24, 2018

Mary Henrietta Lanthrip of Maryland City passed away April 24, 2018.  She was born April 12, 1934 to Edward and Alberta Houser Cissel in Washington, DC.  Mary was retired from Zayer and Behnke Nurseies.  She enjoyed Gardning, Bingo, Crafting , Cooking, Cake Decorating, and going to the Casino.  She is survived by daughters, Colleen Lanthrip and Donna Borum (Mark). ...

John R. Roarty

Apr 21, 2018

John R. Roarty, loving husband of Lori Roarty for 50 years, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2018. John was born in Newark, New Jersey, on June 8, 1947, to the late Francis and Katbe Roarty. Mr. Roarty was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving proudly on the USS Kitty Hawk. After graduating from the University of...

Thomas N. Johnson

Apr 19, 2018

Thomas Nashville Johnson passed away on April 19th of 2018. He was the beloved husband to Hannchen “Sophie” Freida Johnson (nee Whachter) for 65 years. Devoted father of Diane Laura Collins and Lillian P. Trent and her husband Charles; Loving grandfather of Amanda Collins, Stacy Trent and the late Charles E. Trent Jr.; Dear son of the late William...

Corrine M. Furze

Apr 18, 2018

An obituary is not available at this time for Corrine M. Furze. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Edith Faye Ridenour

Apr 18, 2018

Edith Faye Ridenour, 73, of Laurel, passed away April 18, 2018.

She was born in 1944 to Aubrey and Edith (Lawson) Dean in Wheaton, MD.

Fay retired from being a Licensed Daycare Provider for over 30 yrs.

She enjoyed(gardening, visiting with friends, spending time with her family and her beloved dog “Riley”

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Sally V. Larsen

Apr 14, 2018

Sally Virginia Larsen, 70, of Laurel, MD passed away April 14, 2018.

She was born in March 8, 1948 to George Browning and Helen (Condetti) Browning in Washington DC.

She was a devoted wife and formerly employed at Southland Cooperation.

She enjoyed slot machines shopping and her Grandchildren

She is survived...

Lewis Vernon Barnes, Jr.

Apr 13, 2018

The youngest of four children born to the late Lewis Vernon Barnes, Sr. and the late Elmore Seals Barnes on April 17, 1948 in Charleston, WV.  He peacefully departed this life at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, MD on April 13, 2018.

He attended public schools in Charleston, WV.  In 1954 when the Brown vs. Board...

Deshawn M. Brown

Apr 11, 2018

Deshawn Mecco Brown (21), born on February 3, 1997, departed his earthly home and gained his wings on April 11, 2018.

He is preceded in death by his great-grandmother: Gussie Inez Tibbs; two great-uncles: Edward Bryant, and William Tibbs; two cousins: Destin Jackson, and Jeffrey Mickie.

Deshawn “Shawn” was loved and will be missed by...

Wanda M. Fitzsimons

Apr 11, 2018

Wanda Mae Fitzsimons, 80, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away April 11, 2018.  She was born on April 19, 1937 to Luther William Howdyshell and Cora Edna Minnich of Harrisonburg, Virginia.  Wanda was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church where she served as (UMW) Secretary and (UMW) President.  She also served as Lay Delegate to the Annual Conference and...

Lewis Gibson Davenport

Apr 11, 2018

Lewis Gibson Davenport, 85, life-long resident of Laurel Maryland.  Passed away surrounded by his family, April 11, 2018.  He was born July 31, 1932 to Elvin and Eva Agnes Davenport in Laurel, Maryland.  Lewis served his country in the US Navy and received his Honorable Discharge April, 1955.  A fifty year member of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons...

Florence Kenny

Apr 7, 2018

Florence Kenny died peacefully in the comfort of her home in Laurel, Maryland with family at her side. From her childhood in Bayonne, New Jersey, to her passing, she was known to all for her sense of adventure, her love of her family, and her unwavering faith in God.

Beloved wife of John J. “Jack” Kenny for...

Lillian A. Shepherd

Apr 6, 2018

Lillian A. (Smitherman) Shepherd, 86 of Laurel, passed away on April 6, 2018.

She was born March 2, 1932 to George and Louise (Barton) Smitherman.

Lillian graduated from Elkridge High School in 1949. She lived a majority of her life in Laurel. She worked at A&P Grocery, Safeway and also at Shoppers, in Laurel. In...

Judy E. Cole

Apr 4, 2018

Judy Eveline Cole, 59 of Laurel passed away April 4, 2018.

She was born January 4, 1959 to John and Maria Doyle.

Judy was very family oriented and enjoyed spending time with her children and granddaughter. Some of her favorite activities included; Bingo, Trivia, Crocheting, Needlework, and Crossword Puzzles. We will miss her loving, passionate,...

Nick Espinoza

Apr 2, 2018

John Nikolaus “Nick” Espinoza was born April 5, 1968 in Stuttgart, Germany to Juan Francisco and Katherine Marie Espinoza, where Juan was stationed for the US Army. After returning to the US, Nick was raised in Alexandria, VA, where he attended Hayfield Secondary. Nick built a career as a skilled tradesman. He loved working with his hands and applying...

Stanley H. Souder

Apr 1, 2018

Stanley H. Souder, 89 of Catonsville passed away April 1, 2018.

He was born in 1928 to Edgar H. Souder and Ada Souder in Laurel Maryland. The seventeeth child of eighteen.

Stanley was a member of Charlestown Community Church, and a Veteran of the United States Coast Guard (Merchant Seaman’s), and the United States Army....

William F. Mccowan

Mar 31, 2018

William F. McCowan, 94, of Cheverly, MD, passed away on March 31, 2018.  Bill was born January 12, 1924 in Michigan, the son of Franklyn A. and Emma (Cary) McCowan.

After high school graduation, he proudly served in the US Army Air Corps from 1942-1946.  McCowan then earned undergraduate and master’s degrees from Michigan State University, while...