Obituaries

May 27, 2025

Donald Lee Garst, 94, of New Windsor, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Born July 5, 1930 in Frederick County, MD, he was the son of the late John Gilmer and Mae Cordelia (Knill) Garst. He was the beloved husband of the late Patsie Lee (Himes) Garst.

Donald was a lifelong farmer and enjoyed gardening in his later years....

May 25, 2025

May 23, 2025

Betty Reiblich, age 97, passed on May 23, 2025, peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was the daughter of Ferdinand C. Eitemiller and Carrie Deitz Eitemiller. She was raised on a farm in Randallstown, MD with her 6 siblings, and graduated from Catonsville High School.

She was the beloved wife of Ralph D. Reiblich (deceased); devoted mother of...

May 22, 2025

Frederick Wayne Winkler

December 28, 1937 – May 22, 2025

Obituary

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Frederick Wayne Winkler, of Woodbine, Maryland, who left us on May 22, 2025, at the age of 87.

Wayne or “Wink,” as he was affectionately known to many, was a devoted husband to Patricia (nee Norris) for 66 years, and father to...

May 18, 2025

Sylvia Cecire was born on July 28, 1937 and lived 87 full years. A native of Long Island, Sylvia lived in New Market, Maryland with Bernard Cecire, the love of her life and husband of 68 years. She passed from this world on May 18, 2025 at the Dove House with family around her. Sylvia lived her Roman Catholic faith...

May 17, 2025

Georgia J. Hoppmann (née Hansen), 80, passed away on May 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was the daughter of Christy and Loretta Hansen, both of whom preceded her in death.

Georgia was also preceded in death by her husband John A. Hoppmann Jr., and her brother Kirby Hansen.

She is survived by her three children Christina Ingle (Mark), Lt. Col....

May 16, 2025

Ronald Schwedes, Sr., 79, of New Windsor, MD, died on May 16, at Kline Hospice House, of Mt. Airy, MD. He was born on September 1, 1945, in Baltimore, MD, the son of the late John G. Schwedes and June Niobi Schwedes. He had one sibling, John C. Schwedes.

Ron enlisted in the US Army after high school for a three-year...

May 15, 2025

Holly Jane Harrison, 64 of Woodbine

Passed away at her home Thursday, May 15, 2025

Born October 13, 1960 in Frederick , MD the daughter of the late Fred “Gene” Harrison and late Mary Sue (Reed) Harrison.

Holly was a self-employed entrepreneur and was involved in several businesses and a board member of local banks. She graduated South Carroll High School early and...

May 14, 2025

Lois Constance “Connie” Courpas (Benner) age 92, of Westminster, Maryland, born in Baltimore, Maryland on March 11, 1933, the daughter of the late Harry Donald Benner and the late Constance H. Morris, peacefully passed at Dove House on May 14, 2025. Connie was predeceased by loving husband of 52 years, William “Bill” Angelo Courpas, who passed February 7, 2005. Connie...

May 9, 2025

Margaret Ann Green (nee Nickoles), age 84, of Sykesville, MD, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Carroll Hospital Center in Westminster, MD.

She was born July 24, 1940, in Baltimore, MD., the daughter of the late Joseph Nickoles and the late Bessie Nickoles (nee Shipley).

She was an activities director at nursing homes; and she enjoyed...

May 6, 2025

Martin A. “Marty” Mayne, 61 of Charles Town, WV passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.

Born on October 11, 1963, in Sandy Springs, MD the son of the late Gilbert C. Mayne Sr. and the late Betty Louise Mayne (née Frizzell).

Marty led a life filled with passion and enthusiasm, particularly for activities that brought him joy. His love for motorcycles...

May 3, 2025

Patricia Arlene Henry (nee Wells), 78, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at York Hospital in York, PA.

Born on November 3, 1946, in Baltimore, MD, the daughter of the late Marvin W. Wells and Margarette M. Wells.

Patricia began her career at Union Hospital, where she not only forged a promising professional path but also met her beloved husband,...

May 1, 2025

William "Bill" H. Brown, age 82, of Woodbine, Maryland, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 1, 2025.

Born on July 14, 1942, in Baltimore County, Maryland, the son of the late Charles W. Brown and the late Mildred Brown.

Bill was a proud owner of W. H. Brown Construction, a testament to his dedication and hard work throughout his...

Apr 27, 2025

Victor E. Kolk, Sr., 77, of Dundalk, MD, passed away on Sunday, on April 27, 2025.

He was the beloved husband of the late Linda A. Kolk (nee Shock).

Victor was born March 4, 1948, in Baltimore, MD the son of the late Vernon F. Kolk and the late Estelle May Kolk (nee Gouker).

Victor was drafted into the Army shortly after marriage...

Apr 24, 2025

On Thursday, April 24, 2025, Margaret Ann Brown left this earth peacefully. She was surrounded by her devoted daughters in loving prayer the day she passed, holding hands tightly, and whispering the words “I love you” with every bit of her last strength.

Margaret was born on Oct 11, 1932 to Howard and Anna Hoxter. She was an only child, cherishing...

Apr 20, 2025

Kenneth Richard Claycomb, affectionately known as "Dick," passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, in Westminster, Maryland. Born on August 12, 1938, in Schellsburg, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Ernest Reid Claycomb and the late Margaret Mae Claycomb (nee Hann). Dick lived a life filled with hard work and dedication to his family and community.

Dick proudly served in the...

Apr 15, 2025

Ronald George Abigill, Sr., of Woodbine, MD, passed on April 15, 2025, from complications of a spinal cord injury. Described as a “wonderful man” and a “tremendous friend” by those around him and known as “Pop” to both his biological and extended families, he served as a strong, loving role model to many and will be sorely missed.

After serving in...

Apr 14, 2025

Apr 13, 2025

Lillian Beatrice Saunders, affectionately known as Lilly Belle to her children, transitioned peacefully to her eternal home on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

The beloved wife of the late Charles Lee Saunders.

Born on September 21, 1940, in Derwood, MD, the daughter of the late Raymond and Anita Hungerford (nee Brown).

Lillian was a devoted member of the Mt. Airy Full Gospel Church for...

Apr 10, 2025

Nancy Lee Delores Fisher, 82 of Mt Airy, MD passed peacefully at home on Thursday, April 10, 2025. She was the beloved spouse of Joseph L. Fisher of Mt Airy, MD Born December 31, 1942, the daughter of the late Paul Levere Frizzell and late Ruth Marie (Majors) Frizzell. She enjoyed crocheting, Bingo, Duckpin Bowling, and Suduko. She was a...