Obituaries

Donald James Quarles, Sr.

Donald James Quarles, Sr.

Aug 9, 2024

Donald James Quarles, Sr., AKA “Quack” 63, of Brooklyn, MD. Donald was born on August, 4, 1961 and passed away on August 9, 2024, after fighting aggressive lung cancer for the last 14 months. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norman Quarles, Sr. and Nancy (Eichelberger) Quarles; his brothers Norman Quarles Jr., Richard Quarles Sr. and wife, Fran...

Dr. Bishop James B. Thornton

Dr. Bishop James B. Thornton

Aug 8, 2024

          

THE LIFE’s JOURNEY OF A REMARKABLE MAN—APOSTLE BISHOP DOCTOR JAMES B, THORNTON 

 On December 15, 1929 at 9:00 pm in Baltimore City, James Benny Thornton was born to the late Judge Thornton and Nettie Banks. He was the youngest of three siblings: Otis Mosley and Alice Thornton-White all of which preceded him in death.

 He received his early...

John E. Hewitt Sr.

John E. Hewitt Sr.

Aug 5, 2024

John Emory Hewitt Sr., age 77, of Glen Burnie, passed away on August 5, 2024. He was born in Catonsville to the late William and Lucille Hewitt.

A proud Vietnam veteran, John honorably served his country in the Army. Following his service, he dedicated his career to the trucking industry, working with various companies, including Samuel Coralluzzo Co. and Torriss Transport,...

Rowena Dupaya Mejia

Rowena Dupaya Mejia

Aug 5, 2024

Rowena Dupaya Mejia, a vivacious and loving young woman who dedicated over 20 years of her life as a registered nurse with most of those years at Mercy Medical Center, passed away on August 5, 2024. Born on July 3, 1969, in the Philippines, Rowena leaves behind a legacy of compassion, love and care that will forever be remembered by...

Lois Jean Hanson White

Lois Jean Hanson White

Aug 5, 2024

Lois Jean Hanson White, 87 a resident of Millersville, MD passed away on August 5, 2024, at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Lois was born May 23, 1937, in Cornstalk, WV. She was the daughter of the late Lucille (Donaldson) and Sterling Hanson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Preston White, Her son,...

Larry Dennis Barath

Larry Dennis Barath

Aug 4, 2024

          On Sunday, August 4, 2024, Larry Dennis Barath of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully with family by his side. The beloved husband of 48 years to Barbara L. Barath; loving father of Larry D. Barath, II (Morgen) and Christina Marsh and her husband, Michael; devoted grandfather of Brandon, Ashley, Michael, Brett, Katlyn, Haley, Tyler...

Barbara Joan Sharpe

Barbara Joan Sharpe

Aug 1, 2024

Barbara Sharpe, 95, passed away on August 1, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, George Sharpe (January 2009). Barb is survived by her four children, George ‘Kevin’ Sharpe (Glen Burnie), Catherine Sharpe (John McKeighan, Iowa), Mary Phelps (Bob, Indiana) and Tracey Telfer (Mark, Severn). She had 10 grandchildren, 15 great- grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, nieces and...

John L. Sullivan Jr.

John L. Sullivan Jr.

Jul 29, 2024

John Linwood Sullivan, Jr. (Skip), born December 29, 1950, in Hyattsville, MD, died July 29, 2024, surrounded by family, after a long illness. Predeceased by parents, John L. Sullivan, Sr., and Paulette L. (nee Cote) Gagne.

 Skip is survived by his spouse, Dr. Tatyana Sullivan (nee Silchenko); loving daughters and step-daughter, Julie Sullivan Kiesler (James),  Jodie L. Sullivan (Phil) and Maria...

Andrew Michael Curley

Andrew Michael Curley

Jul 27, 2024

On July 27, 2024, the world bid farewell to a remarkable soul, Andrew Michael Curley, fondly known to many as a pillar of strength and kindness.  He peacefully departed this earthly realm at Harbor Hospital at the age of 74.  Born in Glen Burnie, Maryland, to the late Jennie Dicus and Joseph Curley, Andrew's journey was one woven with threads...

John Edward Laster. Jr.

John Edward Laster. Jr.

Jul 27, 2024

John Edward Laster, Jr., aged 76, departed from this world on July 27, 2024, at University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy that will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew him.

John Edward Laster Jr. of Pasadena, MD was brought into this world by his late parents, Ruth and John Laster, Sr.  A brave...

Robert "Bob" M. Brzezinski

Robert "Bob" M. Brzezinski

Jul 26, 2024

          On Friday, July 26, 2024, Robert “Bob” Michael Brzezinski of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully. Beloved husband of the late Iris L. Brzezinski; loving father of Andrew M. Brzezinski and his wife, Krista, Rachel A. Brzezinski and Amy K. Bateman and her husband, Kevin; devoted grandfather of Savannah and her fiancé, Andrew Pollack, Shelby,...

Randall "Doc" Rance Daugherty, Sr.

Randall "Doc" Rance Daugherty, Sr.

Jul 26, 2024

          On Friday, July 26, 2024, Randall “Doc” Rance Daugherty, Sr. of Glen Burnie, MD passed away at his home peacefully. The beloved husband of Deonna R. Daugherty; loving father of John D. Gerard and his wife, Catherine, Randy R. Daugherty, Jr. and his wife, Tara, Tina R. Daugherty and her wife, Tiana, Randall R. Daugherty...

Norma Iris Melendez-Nieves

Norma Iris Melendez-Nieves

Jul 25, 2024

It is with sadness in our hearts that we announce the passing of Norma Iris Rivera Meléndez, 78, of Ponce, Puerto Rico. Mom passed away at the Rebecca Fortney Inpatient Hospice Care Center, near her home in Hanover, Maryland, that she shared with José Antonio Meléndez Nieves, her husband of 64 years. Mom was a loving stay-home mom and devoted...

John R. Gatton

John R. Gatton

Jul 25, 2024

          On Thursday, July 25, 2024, John Robert Gatton of Glen Burnie, MD passed away peacefully. Loving husband of the late Gloria Jean Gatton. Beloved father of Mary Ann Dill and her husband Mark, Debbie J. Gatton, Donnie C. Giles and the late Ronnie L. Giles, Jr. Brother of James B. Gatton and his wife Gail...

Mary Martha Mathias

Mary Martha Mathias

Jul 23, 2024

Mary Martha Mathias, 88 of Glen Burnie, passed away on July 23, 2024. Mary was born in Baltimore on December 13, 1935, to the late William and Julia Roberts. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Mathias, Sr.; her son, Jack Mathias, Jr. and her brother, William Roberts. Mary is survived by her children,...

Carl Mason Combs, Jr.

Carl Mason Combs, Jr.

Jul 22, 2024

          On Monday, July 22, 2024, Carl Mason Combs, Jr. of Arnold, MD passed away suddenly. Beloved husband of Marlene M. Combs. Loving father of John M. Combs and his wife Bobbi and Carl M. Combs, III and his wife Dori. Grandfather of Shannon M. and Emily R. Combs. Brother of Gail Stephenson, Lynn Wilson, Pat...

Sandra Lee Southworth

Sandra Lee Southworth

Jul 21, 2024

Sandra Lee Southworth, 80 of Glen Burnie, passed away on July 21, 2024. Sandra was born on May 16, 1944 in Baltimore to the late Elmer and Mary Elizabeth Markins. She is survived by her beloved husband, Walter Southworth; her devoted daughter, Rochelle Greiner and her husband, Fred Greiner; her loving grandchildren, Katie Bryl and her husband, Taylor Shaw; Korey...

Ulysses Ellis Williams, Jr.

Ulysses Ellis Williams, Jr.

Jul 20, 2024

Ulysses Ellis Williams, Jr., 80 of Glen Burnie passed away at his home on July 20, 2024 surrounded by his family. Ulysses was born on May 12, 1944 in Chester, PA to the late Ulysses E. Williams, Sr. and Mary E. Ellis Williams. Ulysses dedicated 25 years of his life to the craft of brick masonry, showcasing his skills and...

Garnetta Ruth Druen

Garnetta Ruth Druen

Jul 18, 2024

Garnetta "Gar" Druen, 83, passed away peacefully at home on July 18, 2024.  She was born on August 30, 1940, in Baltimore, MD, to the late Michael and Edna Quasney. 

She was the loving mother of Cindy Clift and her husband Carroll Clift, Danielle Miner and her husband Darrell Miner Sr.; cherished grandmother to Dustin Clift, Amanda Miner, and Darrell Miner,...

Barbara Jean Leidner

Barbara Jean Leidner

Jul 16, 2024

     On July 16, 2024, our hearts grew heavy as we said goodbye to a truly remarkable soul. Barbara Jean Leidner, aged 76, peacefully passed away at Anne Arundel Medical Center, leaving behind memories that will forever be etched in our hearts.  Barbara born in Bronx, New York, a place where the foundation of her kind and compassionate nature...

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