Obituaries

Corrine M. Furze

Apr 18, 2018

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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...

Stuart B. "Stu" Robbins

Mar 31, 2018

Stuart (“Stu”) Bradley Robbins of Laurel, Maryland, died suddenly only one week into diagnosis and treatment of acute leukemia.

Stu was born in Laurel, June 12, 1950, son of Chandler S. and Eleanor C. Robbins.

He graduated from Laurel High School in 1968 and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Western Maryland College.  His...

Mary G. Whitmer

Mar 28, 2018

Mary G. Whitmer, 93, of Groveland, FL passed away at her residence on March 28, 2018. Mary is preceded in death by her husband, Martin Whitmer, Lieutenant Colonel, Army Ret. She is survived by two daughters, Carol (David) Kowalewski and Sandra L. (Mike) Billick; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and other extended family and friends. She will truly be missed....

Irene M. Scovitch

Mar 23, 2018

Irene Scovitch (93) formerly of Laurel, MD & Venice, Florida  passed away peacefully,  March 23, 2018.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Scovitch.

She is survived by their children:  Maria (Joseph) Camelio, Joseph M. Scovitch, Christopher (Eileen) Scovitch, Anthony (Tami) Scovitch &  many Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren.

Irene was born in England. ...

Kenneth E. Butler

Mar 23, 2018

Kenneth Earl Butler was born on September 10, 1949 in Lorain, Ohio to David Butler, Sr. and Katie Catherine Price. His journey ended on March 23, 2018.  He met and married Elvira Carol Hicks May 2, 1981.

Kenney honorably served as a Private in the United States Army in Viet Nam 1969- 1970.  Service awards - Bronze...

John Joseph Ladabouche

Mar 23, 2018

John J. Ladabouche, 86 of Laurel passed away March 23, 2018.

He was born in 1931 to William and Madeline Ladabouche in Rutland, Vermont.

John (Jack) was a U.S. Navy Veteran, a member of the American Legion, Post 60, and a member of St. Mary’s of the Mills Perish.  He was an avid golfer, enjoyed...

Joann Anderson Rodriguez

Mar 22, 2018

JoAnn Rodriguez (Anderson) passed away on March 22, 2018 in Jersey City, N.J.  She was born in Washington, D.C. on March 6, 1969 to Joe E. and Kirsten (Hoft) Anderson.  JoAnn grew up with her younger brother Eric in South Laurel, Md. (The Montpelier Community)

She played a little piano, she was an active soccer player and...

James Wallace Watson

Mar 21, 2018

James Wallace Watson II (Jim to his friends and family), age 87 of Laurel, Md. passed away on March 21, 2018 in Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. He was born in 1930 to James W. Watson and Pearl Merson in Baltimore, Md. Jim was a member of Laurel Post 60 of the American Legion, Lodge 1504 of the Laurel Moose...