Obituaries

Feb 10, 2016

On February 10, 2016, James Ray Mullins, Sr., 77, passed away at Marley Neck Health and Rehabilitation in Glen Burnie. He was born in Seco, Kentucky, on January 11, 1939, to the late Dorothy and Carl Mullins. James served his country proudly in the U.S. Army and continued to serve our country as a mail-carrier for 28 years for the...

Feb 10, 2016

Marian Retha Klinger, 94, of Glen Burnie passed away on February 10, 2016. Marian was born in 1921 in Sugar Grove, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Edwin Klinger. She is survived by her daughter, Bonnie Campanile; two grandchildren, Stacey Warner and her husband Mark, and Guy O. Thacker III; great-grandchildren, Dean Warner, Demi Warner and...

Feb 9, 2016

On February 9, 2016, Amanda Edna Blottenberger, 92, passed away at Hospice of the Chesapeake Inpatient Care Unit. She was born in Baltimore, MD, on September 30, 1923, to the late Melvinia and John Tucker. Amanda was a homemaker and mother of seven. She was a resident of the Park View Senior Community and enjoyed traveling, bingo, eating crabs, visiting...

Feb 9, 2016

Teresa Swanson, 83, of Glen Burnie passed away on February 9, 2016 at her residence. Terry was born on October 1, 1932 in County Clare, Ireland to the late Margaret (Quinn) and John Kenny. She attended Dysart School in County Clare, Ireland and lived at numerous military bases throughout the world. Terry worked as a cosmetologist for 12 years at...

Feb 8, 2016

On February 8, 2016, Ms. Jose Marie Ronci, passed away at the Genesis Elder Care in Severna Park. She was born on December 7, 1932, in Dundalk, MD, to Angelo and Victoria Ronci. Josie worked as a Case Worker at the Social Security Administration. She was a member of the ladies sodality at St. Rita's Catholic Church. Ms. Ronci liked...

Feb 8, 2016

Eileen B. Jordan, 95, of Sykesville, passed away on February 8, 2016. Eileen was born on November 4, 1920 in Locust Point, MD. She was married in the Chapel of the Redemption in Locust Point. Eileen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Frank J. Jordan; and her siblings, Richard and Vincent Zepp, Rose Poole and...

Feb 7, 2016

Stewart Kenneth Smith Jr. "Smitty" of Odenton, formerly of Towson, passed away on February 7, 2016 at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. He was born in Cumberland on May 11, 1944 to the late Martha and Stewart K. Smith Sr. Smitty served his country proudly in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was also a POW. He was...

Feb 5, 2016

Robert J. Martin, 81 of Glen Burnie passed away on February 5, 2016. Bob was born on December 12, 1934 in Mount Carmel, PA. He served in both the US Air Force and US Army and 40 years Federal service. Bob was a Eucharistic minister in his church. He was a collector of coins, stamps and National Geographic Magazines. Bob...

Feb 4, 2016

Elaine Reynolds, 70, of Glen Burnie passed away on February 4, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Eve Siejack. Elaine is survived by her daughter, Julie Robertson and her husband, Sam, and her son, Jason Reynolds; her grandchildren, Jolene and Max Robertson; her brothers, Larry and Richard Siejack. Visitation

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Feb 3, 2016

On February 3, 2016, Mr. Douglas E. Grove, 58, passed away at his residence in Severn, MD. Mr. Grove was born on February 8, 1957, in Dillsburg, PA, to Dale and Darlene Grove. He received an Associate's Degree in Electronics and Computer Technology from Harrisburg Electronic Institute. Mr. Grove won the N.A.S.A. Spaceflight Awareness Honoree Award in 1997. Doug worked...

Feb 2, 2016

On February 2, 2016, Eleanor "Dolly" Watson, 81, passed away at Union Memorial Hospital. She was born in Baltimore, MD, on June 2, 1934, to the late Eleanor and Charles Buckley. Eleanor was a wonderful mother and she loved animals, bingo, bowling, playing slots, but most of all, spending time with her family and friends. Eleanor was predeceased by her...

Feb 2, 2016

On February 2, 2016, Barbara T. Blackwell (nee Totman), 89, of Severna Park, MD, formerly of Upper Marlboro, MD, passed away at her home. She was born in Baltimore, MD, on August 2, 1926, to the late Louise and Kenneth Totman. Barbara graduated from Glen Burnie High School in 1943 and was a member of the Upper Marlboro Garden Club...

Feb 1, 2016

John Jacob Knaus, Sr., 67, of Glen Burnie passed away on February 1, 2016. John was born on October 28, 1948 in Annapolis, MD. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. John was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors, photography and welding. He also loved spending time with family and friends. He was preceded...

Feb 1, 2016

Patricia Louise Garber, 51, a lifelong resident of Glen Burnie, passed away on February 1, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Germany on March 19, 1964. She was employed with JBA Chevrolet (Glen Burnie) and was an active member of Church of the Crucifixion. Trish enjoyed family vacations, morning walks, shopping, antiquing, loved to take...

Jan 31, 2016

David W. Elam, 56, of Glen Burnie passed away on January 31, 2016. David was born on January 30, 1960 in West Virginia. He was the C.O.O. at Brightkey for over 25 years. He is survived by his wife, Carole Elam; his children, David W. Elam, Jr., Donna Elam, Kyle Elam and Justin Elam; his parents, Pat Elam and Phyllis...

Jan 29, 2016

Albert Vincent Hupka Sr. "Tabby", 95, a veteran of World War II who was awarded five bronze stars, and a long standing resident of Glen Burnie, formerly of New York City, passed away on January 29, 2016. He was born in St. Clair, Pennsylvania on April 20, 1920 to the late Mary and Martin Hupka. Albert was an active member...

Jan 29, 2016

On January 29, 2016, Mr. David L. Swafford, 68, of Glen Burnie, passed away at the Hospice of the Chesapeake Inpatient Care Center. Mr. Swafford was born on May 13, 1947, in Baltimore, MD, to Charles Swafford and Leola Hickman. David attended Stranahan High School in Fort Lauderdale, Fl. Mr. Swafford joined the U.S.M.C. right after high school in 1966...

Jan 29, 2016

Avery Henry White, Jr., 82, of Glen Burnie passed away on January 29, 2016. He was born on July 5, 1933 in Baltimore to the late Avery, Sr. and Louise White. He served in the US Army Airborne for seven years during the Korean War. Mr. White enjoyed antique cars, NASCAR, pets and he loved his job as a truck...

Jan 29, 2016

On January 29, 2016, Marjorie Ellen Smith, 92, passed away at Harbor Hospital. She was born in Minerva, Ohio, on July 19, 1923, to the late Gladys and Thomas Dennis. Marjorie was a member of Linthicum Heights United Methodist Church, The Ferndale Gardening Club, and The GFWC Woman's Club of Linthicum Heights. She enjoyed gardening, reading, and interior designing. Marjorie...

Jan 28, 2016

Betty Mae Pumhprey, 65, a resident of Glen Burnie and formerly of Annapolis, passed away on January 28, 2016 at University of Maryland Medical Center. She was born in Baltimore on May 21, 1950 to the late Ilse and Linton B. Pumphrey. She retired from Anne Arundel County Public Works after 32 years of service. Betty was a longtime member...