Obituaries

Jan 10, 2018

Marie J. Zubalik, 73, of Pasadena, passed away on January 10, 2018. Marie was born on December 22, 1944 in Baltimore. She retired from Verizon as a Communications Technician. Marie enjoyed playing cards, puzzles, reading, crocheting, making pottery in her younger years and going to craft fairs. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. Marie was preceded in death...

Jan 9, 2018

Helen M. Meyer, 88, of Glen Burnie passed away on Jan. 9, 2018. Helen was born on March 25, 1929 in Maryland. Helen married the love of her life William John Meyer, Sr. Together they raised their son William, Jr. in a loving and disciplined home. Her guiding hand and sagely wisdom, and sometimes tough love put her son on...

Jan 8, 2018

On, January 8, 2018, AnnaLou Files, 84, of Glen Burnie, passed away at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. AnnaLou was born on April 13, 1933, in Ferndale, to the late Florence and Thomas Knight. She was a member of the Sun Valley Ladies Auxiliary, Suvira Homeowners Association, several Sun Valley bowling leagues at Sandusky's Riviera Bowl in which she was secretary...

Jan 6, 2018

Linda Turpin, 69, of Glen Burnie, passed away on January 6, 2018. She was born in Baltimore to the late Albert and Mildred Moxley. Linda and her husband were longtime members of the Lost in the 50's Car Club. She enjoyed spending time with her family, crocheting, dancing and reading. Linda is survived by her devoted husband of 51 years,...

Jan 6, 2018

Cora Elizabeth Stone, 77, of Ferndale, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2018 in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 19, 1940, in Baltimore to the late H. Donald and Cora L. (Burton) Barnes. She married the love of her life Richard Walter Stone. She enjoyed playing the slot machines, her dogs, painting, crafts...

Jan 5, 2018

Josephine L. Higdon, 93, of Glen Burnie passed away on January 5, 2018. She was born on September 28, 1924 in Baltimore to the late Samuel and Rose Cascio. Jo enjoyed reading, bowling and BINGO. She is survived by her beloved husband of 70 years, Carroll Higdon, Sr.; his children, Carroll Higdon, Jr. and his wife, Cindy; and Robin Barkley...

Jan 5, 2018

Robert Bruce Drake, 92 of Glen Burnie, passed away January 5, 2018. Bob was born in Cicero, Illinois on June 28, 1925. He was the beloved husband of the late Elisabeth Zeiser of Kiefersfelden, Germany and loving father of the late Glen Drake. Bob was a proud WWII Veteran serving in the 65th Infantry 5th Army in Germany where he...

Jan 4, 2018

Timothy W. Cassidy, 66, of Brooklyn Park, passed away on January 4, 2018, Tim was born on July 17, 1951 in Altoona, PA. He enjoyed painting, music, especially playing his guitar, and he was also very handy. He was preceded in death by his son, Timothy John Cassidy. Tim is survived by his wife of 31 years, Cynthia Cassidy; his...

Jan 3, 2018

Rusty Barrall, 71, of Linthicum, passed away on January 3, 2018. He was born in Linthicum to the late Russell H. and Mary K. Barrall. He served his country proudly in the Unites States Army during Vietnam. He was a member of the VFW Post and also of Lighthouse Church. Rusty enjoyed fly fishing, Jeeps and 4x4's, and was an...

Jan 2, 2018

James Douglas "Doug" Ripple, Sr., 83 of Glen Burnie passed away on January 2, 2018. Doug was born on October 8, 1934 to the late Sidney and Ida Ripple. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Brandon Ripple. Doug is survived by his beloved wife, Dorothy "Dottie" Ripple; his devoted sons, Doug Ripple, Jr. and his wife, Dot;...

Jan 1, 2018

John “Bo” Carter King, 72, of Pasadena passed away on December 12, 2018.

John was born on September 15, 1946 in Annapolis to the late John Carter and Marie Agnes (Adamecz) King. He grew up in Annapolis and graduated from Annapolis High School. He enlisted in USMC and served in Vietnam. After his honorable discharge from the...

Jan 1, 2018

Starling (nee Buckles) Alsop, 91, of Glen Burnie, MD, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully on December 11, 2018.Born at Ft. Benning, GA on Aug. 13, 1927       Mrs. Alsop moved to the Washington DC area in 1941 and graduated McKinley High School in 1945. She went on to receive a secretarial degree from Strayer...

Dec 31, 2017

Ellen Baumgardner, 87, passed away peacefully on Dec. 31, 2017 at her home in Deale, MD surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Layland, West Virginia on Jan. 23, 1930, to the late Adam and Ethel Farms. Ellen married the love of her life, Leonard "Paul" Baumgardner on May 19, 1948 and stayed together for just shy of 70...

Dec 29, 2017

Leonard A. Daley, 83, of Linthicum, went home to be with the Lord on December 29, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Baltimore to the late Benjamin F. and Mary C. Daley. He retired from the Army National Guard after 34 years of service. Len was an active member of Friendship Church of the Brethren....

Dec 29, 2017

On, December 29, 2017, James Stewart Adams, 73, of Ferndale, passed away at his home. James was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Jessie and Fred Adams. He served the Ferndale community for 57 years as a member of the Ferndale Volunteer Fire Company - he was Chief from 1972 to 1976 and President for 22 years. He worked...

Dec 27, 2017

On December 27, 2017 David Paul McKinnon, 77, of Pasadena, MD, passed away peacefully in his sleep after a long illness. An avid fan and player of baseball and softball, David was born in Maine. He graduated from Old Town High School, class of 1958. In high school, his pitching lead the team to their first undefeated season, including a...

Dec 27, 2017

William G. Appling, 85, of Linthicum, passed away on December 27, 2017. He was born on November 6, 1932 in Athens, Georgia to the late William and Evelyn Appling. He retired from the US Coast Guard as a Chief Engineman after 20 years of service. William was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Dolores B. Harris Appling...

Dec 25, 2017

Madeline Mary Lindenmuth (nee Dolphin), 77, of Pasadena, MD passed away on December 25, 2017. She was born in Shenandoah, PA to the late John F. and Helen S. Dolphin. She was a member of the Laurel Club and enjoyed shopping and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Dec 24, 2017

On, December 24, 2017, Donald Bond Marsch, 93, of Westminster, passed away at his home. Donald was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Augusta and James Marsch. He served his country proudly as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. Donald worked as a carpenter and belonged to Union Local 101 for 65 years....

Dec 24, 2017

Stanley Charles Jett, Sr., 85, of Glen Burnie, passed away on Dec. 24, 2017. Stanley was born on January 4, 1932 in Baltimore to the late Lloyd D. Jett and Delores (Herr) Stewart. He was raised in Pig Town and left school in 8th grade to shine shoes so that he could take care of himself and his father. It...