Obituaries
Local obituaries for Laurel and surrounding areas.
Kristy Lee Valentino
Nov 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kristy Lee Palmer Valentino. Born on October 18, 1978, in Maryland, she left this world far too soon on November 17, 2025, in Germantown, Maryland.
Kristy is survived by her loving husband, Phil; her cherished children, Anthony, Aiden, and Aria; her supportive parents: Eddie and Shirley Palmer; sister, Tina Donahoe...
Shirley Jean Haywood
Nov 14, 2025
It is with deep love and heavy hearts to announce the passing of Shirley Haywood, 85, on November 14, 2025. Born February 3, 1940, in Westernport, MD, daughter of John Salesky and Florence (Montgomery) Salesky. She grew up in Westernport, MD, where she met the love of her life, Richard, with whom she shared a lifetime of adventure.
They moved to...
Raymond Jacquet
Nov 7, 2025
Raymond Jacquet, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and brother passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.
Raymond was the cherished husband of Rosemarie, and a proud father to his sons, Christopher and Julio. He was a deeply loved grandfather to Zavier, Mier, Carter, and Hunter, who will carry his memory forward with joy and gratitude.
Raymond’s life was...
Patricia Louise Taylor
Nov 5, 2025
Patricia Louise Taylor, affectionately known as Pat, quietly departed this world on November 5, 2025, in Laurel, Maryland. Born on April 8, 1956, in Maryland. Pat brought light and laughter into the lives she touched, illuminating even the darkest corners with her resilient spirit.
A woman of remarkable endurance, she gracefully made the best of what life offered her, wielding her...
Marion Rose Whittles
Nov 4, 2025
Marion Whittles, age 94, of Selbyville, DE, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, with her loving family by her side.
Marion was born on November 26, 1930, in Trenton, NJ. She moved to Maryland with her husband, James, and raised her family there in Wheaton for 50 years. She is survived by her sons John (Tricia) and Vince (Sherry) and...
Richard Lee ReWalt
Nov 3, 2025
Richard Lee ReWalt, born on April 22, 1936, in Pennsylvania, passed away on November 3, 2025, in Laurel, Maryland. He lived a life woven with dedication, love, and remarkable accomplishments. A successful loan officer, Richard was known for his passion for carpentry, mechanics and baseball. He channeled his passion for baseball through coaching and passing on the love of the...
Douglas Riddick Vance
Nov 2, 2025
Douglas Riddick Vance, age 73, passed away in Sykesville Maryland on November 2nd 2025. Born December 5, 1951 in Washington DC. Son of Lewis Gilbert and Nancy Riddick Vance. He lived in Washington DC area his entire life. Doug was proceeded in death by his parents, sister Diane, and nephew James “Jimbo.” Doug was survived by brother James (Denise) sister...
Clifton Bryant Shipe
Oct 31, 2025
Clifton Bryant Shipe, affectionately known as Cliff, departed from this world on October 31, 2025, leaving behind a tapestry of cherished memories woven through decades spent in the sunlit corridors of life. Born on March 4, 1951, in the verdant embrace of Maryland, Cliff's journey has been one marked by unwavering dedication and a warmth that enveloped everyone fortunate enough...
Patricia Irene Elliott
Oct 31, 2025
Paricia Irene Elliott, born April 6, 1938 in Annapolis, MD, passed away October 31, 2025 in Laurel, MD. Pat was the daughter of Benjamin Elliott Sr and Marguerite Elliott, also of Laurel, MD. Pat lived in Laurel from the time she was an infant until her death. She attended Laurel Elementary and Laurel High School, graduating in 1956. Upon graduation...
Agnes Owusu Acheaw
Oct 23, 2025
Mrs. Agnes Wendy Berko Owusu-Acheaw, 70, was born on January 23, 1955 at Kpong, in the Eastern Region of Ghana, to Mr. Emmanuel Kwadwo Berko of Oyoko-New Juaben and Mrs Mary Nkansah Berko (Amma Brago) of Asokore-New Juaben in the Eastern Region, Ghana. Aggie, as she was affectionately called, was the fifth of her parents’ nine children and a descendant...
Michael Peter Ritter
Oct 21, 2025
Michael Peter Ritter, age 92 years of Takoma Park, Maryland died peacefully on October 21, 2025. Mike, as he was known, was born and raised in the Philadelphia area. He spent two years in Arizona where he recovered from a childhood illness. This move gave him a love of travel and reinforced his love of animals.
Mike continued his education at...
Karen Beavers
Oct 20, 2025
Karen Marjorie Beavers (McQuaid) peacefully passed away on October 20, 2025, with her husband at her bedside.
Karen was born on November 2, 1947, to James Walter McQuaid and Marjorie Lois Fullerton in Laurel, Maryland.
Karen lived her entire life in Laurel, Maryland, and was a member of St Philip's Episcopal Church, where she was a devoted follower of Christ. Even when...
Carolyn Faye Thames
Oct 19, 2025
Carolyn Faye Thames, age 73, passed away in Laurel, Maryland on October 19, 2025.
Carolyn was born on February 26, 1952, in Virginia, to Ruby and Lawrence Thames. Growing up, she enjoyed spending time on her grandparents’ farm. She worked for many years as a mail clerk supervisor with the United States Postal Service alongside her companion Jeffrey Crawford. Carolyn was...
Nicholas Robert Wilson
Oct 17, 2025
Nicholas Robert Wilson, age 41, passed away in Scaggsville Laurel, Maryland on October 17, 2025.
Nick was born on the 4th of July in 1984, in Reading Pennsylvania, to Gina and Steve Wilson. His life was characterized by a love of reading, cooking, gardening, birding, music, and sports. He excelled often in athletics, from anchoring the relay team for Laurel City's...
Craig Heist
Oct 10, 2025
Craig Brian Heist, 66, of Laurel MD passed away October 10, 2025.
He was born in 1959 to Charles Heist and Arlene Mickolite Heist in Baltimore, Maryland.
Craig was a graduate of Kenwood High School and Salisbury University.
He worked at WKHI in Ocean City and later moved to Washington DC, where he worked for Radio Martí, WTOP, and WJFK. He covered sports...
Edward F. Grimes Jr.
Oct 9, 2025
Edward Franklin Grimes Jr., 93, of Fulton, Maryland, formerly of Laurel, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025.
Born on August 26, 1932, in Westminster, Maryland, Ed (“Tink” as many of his friends called him), was the beloved son of the late Edward Franklin Grimes Sr. and Melissa Elizabeth Harbaugh (formerly Melissa Elizabeth Palmer). Moving to Hancock,...
Larry Verle Summers
Oct 9, 2025
An obituary is not available at this time for Larry Verle Summers. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Sherry Lynn Frost
Oct 2, 2025
This obituary was lovingly submitted by the family of Sherry Lynn Frost.
Sherry Frost, age 63, of Laurel, Maryland, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and creativity. Born on March 7, 1962, in Pella, Iowa, to Henry and Donna Rooda, Sherry was a devoted daughter, sister, and mother, cherished by her family and...
Fatma Jeanty
Sep 28, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that I am announcing that my lovely and beautiful wife, Fatma Jeanty, age 74, passed away peacefully in Laurel, Maryland on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Fatma was born in 1951 to the late Ibrahim Cag and the late Vehibe Cag (née Ozbakan).
Fatma was a very devoted wife, mother, confidante and...
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