Obituaries

Jan 7, 2025

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...

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...

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.; dear uncle of Rebecca D. Webb, Hayes V. Webb and his fiancé,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Dec 22, 2024

Jack M. McDonald of Millersville (most recently of Gambrills), passed away peacefully at his home on December 22, 2024. He was born in Pennsylvania on May 1, 1936, to the late Martin Luther and Dorothy Evelyn McDonald. Jack grew up in the Harrisburg area, where he graduated from William Penn High School in 1954. He then earned a Bachelor of...

Dec 22, 2024

 Barbara Lee Shank, 87, of Glen Burnie passed away peacefully at her residence on December 22, 2024.  Barbara was born on November 19, 1937, in Crisfield, Maryland to the late Catherine and Arthur Cullen.  She worked as an administrator for several banks, the last one being Bank of America.  She enjoyed yearly trips with her family to Disney World and...

Dec 17, 2024

Mona Joanne Lucarelli, 84, passed away on December 17, 2024, in Glen Burnie, MD. She was born in Baltimore to the late Chapman and Jessie Mae Clayton. Throughout her life, Joanne found joy in crafting beautiful things, nurturing her vibrant garden and exploring new places. However, her greatest love was reserved for her family. She cherished every moment spent with...

Dec 17, 2024

Steve Magrowsky, 61, of Myrtle Beach, formerly of Glen Burnie, passed away on December 17, 2024. He was born in Baltimore to the late Edward and Mary Magrowsky. He retired from UPS after 30+ years of service. He enjoyed shooting pool and was an APA and BCA member. Some of his other hobbies included riding motorcycles, working on cars, watching...

Dec 16, 2024

       On Monday, December 16, 2024 Jo Ann Morrissey of Millersville, MD passed away peacefully. Beloved wife of the late Gary Brent and Joseph Morrissey; devoted mother of Jeffrey Brent (Jennifer) and Gary Brent, Jr.; cherished grandmother of Kristen, Stephanie, Erin, Nicholas and Alex; adored great-grandmother of Meadow and Nyomi; and dear sister of Patricia Horrigan, Phillip “Jay”...

Dec 15, 2024

Jeffrey "Jeff" Wayne McLean passed away peacefully at his home in Pasadena, Maryland on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Jeff was born on August 30, 1964 in Presque Isle, Maine. He was naturally talented in all that he did. He played basketball, football, baseball and golf all through high school and played each game as if it was a championship game....

Dec 15, 2024

Dr. Ana Martinez, a respected physician and internist, passed away on December 15, 2024, in Elkridge, Maryland. Born on August 31, 1956, in Cuba, Dr. Martinez dedicated over 30 years to her medical career, providing compassionate care and making a profound impact on the lives of her patients and their families.

Dr. Martinez obtained her medical degree from Universidad de Guadalajara,...

Dec 14, 2024

Mary Louise Prunkl, passed away on December 14, 2024, in Linthicum, MD, at the age of 94. Born on January 8, 1930, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late John and Mary Crump.

Mary was an accomplished accountant, spending many years with Westinghouse. Her attention to detail and dedication to her profession earned her respect among her colleagues. She approached her work...

Dec 14, 2024

        On Saturday, December 14, 2024, Philip Theodore Schwarzenberg of Catonsville, Md passed away peacefully with family by his side. Beloved husband of Beverly Schwarzenberg; loving father of P. Lee Schwarzenberg ( Lori) and Bonnie Bennie (Stewart); devoted grandfather of Brandon Schwarzenberg (Abbye) and Brittany Schwarzenberg; and cherished great-grandfather of Bailey and Lucas. He is also survived...