Obituaries

Nov 4, 2026

On February 9th 1939, Vicki Rae Toler was born to Janis and Ray Toler as the oldest of three daughters. Her parents had no idea of the journey their daughter would travel throughout their life. At the young age of four, she met her life long best friend, Sharon Woods. Vicki and Sharon were in every class together throughout their...

Nov 2, 2026

An obituary is not available at this time for Marvin E. Borchardt.  Please feel free to leave the family a condolence.  

Nov 1, 2026

Grace Ann Fischetti (nee Sealock) passed away at her home Sunday November 1st, 2026

Grace was born in Jessup, Maryland December 11th, 1943

She attended Savage Elementary School and graduated from Howard High School, class of 1961, where she was a cheerleader and played girls basketball.

After graduation she was employed at Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. where she met her husband, Jim....

Oct 31, 2026

Geraldine "Jeri" Carol Witt

11/4/1941 ~ 10/31/2026

"Where flowers bloom and branches bend,

I find the peace on which I depend.

In quiet woods and paws that pace,

With my family and pets is my happy place."

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jeri Witt; Grammy, to the 15 grand and great-grandchildren who loved her. A single-mom of immense optimism that never took no...

Oct 25, 2026

Oct 22, 2026

Carol Ann Kosydar, 88, of Venice, Florida, passed away peacefully in her home on October 22, 2026. Born on November 7, 1937, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, she was the beloved daughter of Anna and Stephen Kurimchak and beloved sister of Stephen Kurimchak Jr.

Before moving to Florida in 2024 to be closer to her children, Carol called Laurel, Maryland, home for 58...

Oct 19, 2026

Obituary for Jeanette M. Gavel

Name: Jeanette Martin Gavel

Parents' Names: Albert Leroy Martin & Annamaria Martin (both deceased)

Predeceased by: Parents Albert & Annamaria Martin, cousins Andree Strausbaugh & Tina Strausbaugh and many other aunts, uncles & cousins

Survived By: Daughter Sarah Nicole Gavel & Granddaughter Lilliana Maria Vargas-Gavel

Education: Laurel High School - Class of 1971

Employment: National Press Building for approximately 30+ years...

Oct 16, 2026

Ann S. Thompson, 101, of Laurel, Maryland, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 16, 2026.

Born on January 11, 1925, in Elkhorn, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Bosick Semonco and Mary Damon Semonco. Ann made her home in Laurel, Maryland, for the past 47 years, having previously resided in Takoma Park,...

Oct 15, 2026

The services for Trevor Leroy Yarde will be live-streamed; to access the webcast please click HERE.

Trevor Leroy Yarde was born on February 25, 1946, in St. Michael, Barbados, to the late Marjorie Skeete and Clarence Carter. He was the second of three children. He attended Wesley Hall Primary School and Richmond High School before beginning his career at the Barbados Advocate...

Oct 10, 2026

June 9, 1964 – October 10, 2026

William Paul Miller, affectionately known as “Bill,” passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, at Adventist Healthcare Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland. Born on June 9, 1964, in Greenbelt, Maryland, Bill lived a life filled with family, friendship, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.

Bill was a proud graduate of DeMatha Catholic High...

Oct 1, 2026

Janet Mae Knubel, age 76, passed away in Silver Spring, Maryland on October 1, 2026. 

Born on July 13, 1950 in Baltimore, MD, daughter of Kenneth G. Schlein, Sr. and Eileen Louise (Ryan) Schlein. Janet notably lived in Baltimore, Severna Park, Arnold, Stevensville, and Laurel, MD. She earned her B.S. in Biology at Towson State University in 1992. She worked for...

Sep 29, 2026

Alexander D. Basileo on September 29, 2026, Beloved son of the late Benjamin Basileo and Maria Basileo, dear brother of Alberto Basileo and uncle of Quinton Richmond. Alexander served in the United States Navy. 

Visitation will be held in the chapel at the Donaldson Funeral Home, P.A. 313 Talbott Avenue Laurel, Maryland 20707 on Friday, October 23rd, 2026 from 10:30 am...

Sep 27, 2026

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of George A. Roberts

George A. Roberts was born in Scarborough, on the beautiful

island of Tobago to Audrey Edwards and Herbert Cruickshank.

On September 27, 2026, George passed away at his home in

Laurel, Maryland, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of faith,

family, friendship, service, and love.

At the heart of George’s life was his beloved wife, Mary Ann

Roberts. George...

Sep 21, 2026

Sep 21, 2026

This obituary was lovingly submitted by the family of Shirley A. Harris

Celebrating Life

Shirley Anne Harris Brooks

Sunrise June 18, 1946- Sunrise September 21, 2026

Donaldson Funeral Home, P.A. 313 Talbott Ave Laurel MD, 20707

Shirley Anne Harris Brooks she was born June 18, 1946. She was beloved daughter of Evelyn and Percy Morton. She Departed her life on September 21, 2026. She is...

Sep 17, 2026

This obituary was lovingly submitted by the family of Russell V. McCardle.

Russell V. McCardle, age 97, passed away peacefully with family by his side on September 17, 2026. He was born on November 1, 1928, in Ickesburg, Pennsylvania. He was predeceased in death by his father, Van S. McCardle and his mother, Catherine F. Reisninger. Russell was married to his...

Sep 13, 2026

Dorothy Dell Vermillion, 94, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away on September 13, 2026. 

Dorothy was born on January 20, 1932, in El Paso, Texas, to Harold Sanford and Dorothy (Mickens) Sanford. She grew up in Washington, D.C., and married Cornelius "Neal" Vermillion in 1952. Following their marriage, they moved to Maryland, where they made their home and raised their family. Dorothy...

Sep 3, 2026

Jan Loftus was born in Wilson County, North Carolina, on November 16, 1938, the only daughter of Ralph and Zilphia Eagles Bland. She graduated from South Edgecombe High School in 1956 and went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (then Woman’s College). She later completed her master’s degree at the University of...

Sep 2, 2026

The services for Larry R. Minnick will be live-streamed; to access the webcast, please click HERE.

Larry R. Minnick, age 82, passed away peacefully on September 2nd, 2026, at home in Calabash, NC with his wife, Maureen Minnick by his side. Born on August 17,1944 in Virginia. Larry was the beloved son of William and Evelyn Minnick. Larry grew up in...

Aug 31, 2026

Aleyamma Grace (Philip) Abraham (known as Grace) was born on September 30, 1942 in Ayathil, Punalur, Kerala, India as the daughter of the late Reverend A.G. and Mariamma Philip. As the second-born child of four, born 12 years after their first-born son, she was named Grace as she was born “but for the grace of God”. 

She grew up in the...