Obituaries

Jack Earl Stephan, Sr.

Jack Earl Stephan, Sr.

Jan 15, 2025

Jack Earl Stephan, Sr, 84, Pasadena, Md, passed away on the evening of January 14th, 2025, with his wife of 66 years, Virginia Marie Stephan, by his side. Jack was born on November 28, 1940, to Harold Earl and Clara Virginia Stephan in Ferndale, MD. After attending Glen Burnie HS, he began a career in print media spanning over 30...

Edwin "Ed" Thomas Stepke

Edwin "Ed" Thomas Stepke

Jan 14, 2025

        On Tuesday, January 14, 2025 Edwin “Ed” Thomas Stepke of Linthicum Heights, MD passed away peacefully with family by his side. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 61 years, Mary V. Stepke; loving children, Christine M. Mumpower (Matt), Rebecca M. Stepke (Brian), and Gregory A. Stepke (Susan); cherished grandchildren, Dylan, Cassie, Danielle, Colin, Joey,...

Richard Arthur Perkins

Richard Arthur Perkins

Jan 14, 2025

         On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Richard “Rich” Arthur Perkins of Severn, MD passed away peacefully with family by his side. He is survived by his beloved wife, Martha “Trudy” C. Perkins; loving children, Kevin Perkins, Nick Perkins (Rachel), Karey Swann (Billy), Kenny Smith (Katie) and Christie Hanna (Bob); cherished grandchildren, Sydney, Dawson, Grayson, Landri, Blakely, Landon,...

Mary Elizabeth Hynson

Mary Elizabeth Hynson

Jan 10, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Hynson, 73, of Glen Burnie, passed away at Baltimore Washington Medical Center on January 10, 2025.  She was born in South Baltimore to the late Catherine and William Tolson, Sr.  Mary graduated from Southern High School in 1971, and went on to become an insurance agent for Erie and then Hynson Insurance company for over 35 years.  Some...

Alexander "Bernie" Bernard Graboski

Alexander "Bernie" Bernard Graboski

Jan 9, 2025

 Alexander “Bernie” Graboski

April 10, 1928 – January 9, 2025

 Alexander “Bernie” Graboski, 96, beloved husband to the late Eldora “Boots” Graboski, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025, surrounded by family members.

Bernie was born on April 10, 1928, to the late Marie and Alexander Graboski and grew up in his home on Fort Smallwood Road. He was an altar server and...

Ronald Clark Kimery

Ronald Clark Kimery

Jan 9, 2025

On January 9, 2025, Ronald Kimery, age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and was welcomed to his heavenly home by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Ron is now reunited once again with his wife Jeanne, who was the love of his life for over 61 years.

Ron was the devoted father of Dawn Baker and her husband,...

Diane Marie Harman

Diane Marie Harman

Jan 9, 2025

Diane Marie Harman, 84 of Ferndale passed away on January 9, 2025. Diane was born on January 26, 1940 in Baltimore, MD. Diane was a homemaker, who also owned three businesses throughout her career. Her husband, Ronald E. Harman; and her daughter, Vicki Fluharty, preceded her in death. Diane is survived by her son, Michael Harman; her son-in-law, Timmy Fluharty;...

Deborah Elizabeth Whelan

Deborah Elizabeth Whelan

Jan 8, 2025

               On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, Deborah Elizabeth Whelan of Abingdon, MD passed away suddenly.  Beloved sister of Nelson T. Whelan, and his wife, Heather. Deborah was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Stanley Whelan; and her brother, Stanley J. Whelan, Jr. 

           All Services and Inurnment will be...

Marie A. Lewis

Marie A. Lewis

Jan 7, 2025

Marie A. Lewis, 86, of Glen Burnie, passed away on January 7, 2025. She was born in Baltimore to the late John and Marie Booth. She was a longtime parishioner of St. Philip Neri Catholic Church and a member of Red Hat Society, Ferndale Club and the Roadrunners. An avid reader, Marie also enjoyed getting together, once a month for...

Tissa Boteju

Tissa Boteju

Jan 7, 2025

The Funeral Service for Mr. Boteju on Sunday at 5 pm will be live-streamed via Zoom at the following link. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88199948323

Sun H. Schaeffer

Sun H. Schaeffer

Jan 5, 2025

Sun H. Schaeffer, 69 of Severn passed away on January 5, 2025. Sun was born on November 30, 1955 in South Korea. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 43 years, Kenneth P. Schaeffer. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Jacquline Schaeffer-Sisk; her cherished grandsons, Ryan and Mason Schaeffer-Sisk and her loving sister, Kim Seyfert and...

Faye Hardin Burns

Faye Hardin Burns

Jan 4, 2025

        On Saturday, January 4, 2025, Faye Hardin Burns, of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully. The beloved wife of the late Robert J. Burns, Jr.; loving mother of Stephanie F. Melchor and her husband, Randy and Robert J. Burns, III and his wife, Barbara; devoted grandfather of Adam, Derek, Robert IV, and Jennifer; cherished great-grandmother of...

Joseph David Leonard

Joseph David Leonard

Jan 4, 2025

                    On Saturday, January 4, 2025, Joseph David Leonard of Severna Park, MD passed away peacefully. The beloved husband of the late Sarah C. Leonard; loving brother of Donald Leonard and the late Rosemary Orner and Alexander Leonard, Jr.; caring brother-in-law of Michael Orner and Vickie Leonard; dear uncle of Rebecca...

Laurel L. Scott

Laurel L. Scott

Jan 4, 2025

Laurel L. Scott, 76, of Glen Burnie, passed away on January 4, 2025. She was born in Herminie, PA, to the late Frank and Gloria Cipra. She worked at Anne Arundel Medical Center and retired after 43 years of service. Laurel was actively involved with cub scouts and boy scouts, troops 887 and 911. She enjoyed ballroom dancing with her...

David Allan Macey

David Allan Macey

Jan 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of David Allan Macey

David Allan Macey, 70, of Odenton, formerly of Linthicum, passed away peacefully at his home on January 3, 2025. David was born in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Diane and Russell Macey, Sr. He graduated from Bowie High School in 1972, where he was a proud member of the Varsity Wrestling team. His passion...

Oleta M. Wozniak

Oleta M. Wozniak

Jan 3, 2025

Oleta “Lee” M. Wozniak (nee Scudder), of Linthicum, passed away on January 3, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Stanley J. Wozniak; loving mother of Joyce Barker and her husband, George; cherished grandmother of Candice Morea and her husband, Anthony; and dear great-grandmother of Anthony James Morea (AJ). Lee helped run the family-owned business, Anne Arundel Aluminum...

Linda Ann Fitzsimmons

Linda Ann Fitzsimmons

Jan 3, 2025

Linda Ann (Ryan) Fitzsimmons, 82, of Pasadena, MD passed away at home on January 3, 2025.  She was born in South Baltimore to the late Sarah Ann and Albert James Ryan, Sr.  Linda graduated from St. Mary’s Star of the Sea elementary school and Southern High School.  She lived for many years in Ellicott City, MD, where she and her...

Rosemarie N. Altomari

Rosemarie N. Altomari

Jan 1, 2025

Rosemarie N. Altomari, 80, of Glen Burnie, passed away on January 1, 2025. She was born in Brooklyn, New York to the late Angelo and Caroline Pinzone. Rose enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Isabel Amendolia.

Rose is survived by her beloved husband...

Theresa Marie Strakna

Theresa Marie Strakna

Dec 29, 2024

Theresa Marie Strakna, 66, of Glen Burnie passed away on December 29, 2024. She was born on December 15, 1958 in Washington, DC. She pursued her education at Towson University, where her love for music blossomed and flourished as a vocal musician. Theresa's interests extended beyond music. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life—cherishing moments spent with her...

William "Bill" J. Penkala, Sr.

William "Bill" J. Penkala, Sr.

Dec 26, 2024

     On Thursday, December 26, 2024, William “Bill” Joseph Penkala, Sr. of Severn, MD passed away suddenly with family by his side. Bill was born on May 14, 1957, in Ft Meade, MD. Bill’s father was in the Army and the family traveled a lot. Growing up, he lived in different locations, including Indiana, Texas and Germany. He really loved...

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