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David Sobel, 81, of Hampstead, passed away on January 8, 2022 in Sykesville, MD. Born July 15, 1940 in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Abe and Catherine (Cristifulli) Sobel. Husband to the late, Arthura V. Sobel. David was known for being passionate about his work and was a True Craftsman. He earned the knick name, "Nightstick Dave" after handcrafting novelty nightsticks. He was also the owner of Goldfingers Furniture. In his free time, he raised homing pigeons and enjoyed eating steamed crabs. Surviving him are his two sisters, Shirley Bailey and Phyllis Webb; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is predeceased by his sister, Catherine Webb, and 5 brothers; Paul...

Maria Gamble Lederer, age 88, died peacefully in The Villages, FL surrounded by family on December 3, 2021. Maria was the daughter of Cary Breckinridge Gamble III and Maria Bland Symington Gamble of Baltimore, MD. Maria's father worked in the family business, USF&G in Baltimore MD and her mother stayed at home and raised her three children. Maria was born and raised in Baltimore she attended Garrison Forest School and Ashley Hall (Charleston, SC). During her years in college, she attended Pine Manor and finished her education at the Maryland Institute of Art where she studied design. While attending college she was a member of the Junior League of Baltimore, a national charity...

Carolyn Ann Shoemaker, 73, of Manchester, MD and formerly of Elkton, MD, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at the Long View Health Care Center in Manchester, MD. Born January 29, 1948 in Jefferson, NC, she was the daughter of the late Jake Ralph Roland and Alice Beryl (Jones) Roland. She was the wife of the late Haven N. Shoemaker, Sr., who died in 2012. Prior to retirement, Mrs. Shoemaker had worked as a restaurant manager. She enjoyed activities at the North Carroll Senior Center in Hampstead, MD, where she loved to play bingo. Surviving are her two sons, Haven N. Shoemaker, Jr. and his wife, Patty Shoemaker of Hampstead and Kenneth Robert Shoemaker, Sr. of Manchester; two...

Madeline Eli, 89, of Hampstead, MD, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2020 at home with her daughter, Diana McGarry, and son-in-law, Stephen McGarry, by her side. Born on March 15, 1931 in New York City, she was the eldest daughter of the late John and Fotini Katritos. She was the cherished wife of the late Robert W. Eli who passed away in Connecticut in 1997. In addition to her daughter and son-in-law, she is survived by her three loving grandchildren, Megan McGarry, of Hampstead, Andrea McGarry of Westminster, and Craig McGarry (Joanne) of Eldersburg and four beloved great-grandchildren, Grayce, Melody, Jack and Conor. She was predeceased by her son, Philip Theris, who died in...

Ralph W. "Chic" Harrison, Jr., 91 of Hampstead, passed away on December 27, 2020. Born July 14, 1929 in Frederick, he was the son of the late Ralph W. Harrison, Sr. and Catherine Foland Harrison. He was the husband of the late Pauline H. Wolfe Harrison. He retired from B & O Railroad, later CSX, as an operator after 43 years of service. He was a member of the National Association of Retired and Veteran Railway Employees and the National Rifle Association. Surviving are his daughter, Diane (Fritz) Dietiker of Indian Rocks Beach, FL; grandsons; Adam (Balong) Strong of Commerce, GA and Eric (Jennifer) Biddle of Largo, FL; five great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter. He was...

Paul Lewis Fuller (66) of Westminster, MD passed away on June 2, 2020. Born January 19, 1954 in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Chester Addison and Elizabeth Helen (Naill) Fuller. Paul served his country honorably in the U.S. Coast Guard. He worked for many years as Facility Engineer at Maryland General Hospital. Paul enjoyed building models and Legos. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Surviving are his three sons: Gordon Fuller of Dundalk, MD, Stephen D. Fuller of Westminster, MD, Paul M. Fuller of Kingwood, Texas ; two nieces: and six grandchildren. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday June 13, 2020. Please contact Stephen or Gordon if you would like...

Betty Elizabeth Nusbaum, 91, of Hampstead, MD passed away on February 1, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born October 18, 1928 in Carroll County, MD, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Knouse) Murray and the devoted wife of the late Ronnilly Lee Nusbaum. Betty enjoyed growing flowers in her garden, dancing and listening to country music. She also enjoyed crafting, making beautiful handmade quilts and beaded jewelry creations. Betty had a great love of animals, especially dogs and cats and kept many over the years as her beloved pets. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her first husband Charles Tracey Sr.;...

Jean Marie Miller Graf, 89, of Hampstead, MD, passed away Tuesday September 24, 2019 at Long View Health Care Center in Manchester, MD. She was the wife of the late Richard H. Graf, who died on January 9, 2009. Born in Hampstead on May 4, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Jesse Edward and Anna Legore Miller. She was a long time member of St. Mark's United Church of Christ of Snydersburg. She enjoyed spending time with her entire family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a mother to many and her Main Street front door was always open. Surviving are children, Gloria L. Arnold and Lilian of New Windsor, MD, Richard E. "Rick" Graf and Rose of Frederick, MD,...

Geraldine "Jerry" Thomas, 96, passed away on September 23, 2019 at the Fahrney Keedy Home & Village in Boonsboro, MD. Born November 6, 1922 in Frederick, MD, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Maude (Roderuck) Thomas. Jerry was a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art. She worked as an Assistant Buyer at Hochschild Kohn's Department Store for ten years and as a Bursar at Black & Decker for twenty-one years before retiring. She enjoyed gardening, loved dogs and was a big fan of Herb Alpert &The Tijuana Brass. She is preceded in death her six sisters, Margaret E. Thomas, E. Catherine Thomas, Evelyn E. Kefauver, Dorothy Snyder, Agnes M. Thomas, Ann R. Allenberg;...

Mrs. Sandra Lee Duffy, of Hampstead, MD, died Friday, August 16, 2019. Arrangements are by Eline Funeral Home, Hampstead, MD.

Sandra Jeanette Watkins, 76, of Hampstead, MD passed away on November 25, 2018. Born February 7, 1942 in Carbondale, IL, she was the daughter of the late John and Alice (Lang) Newell and the devoted wife of James Russell Watkins, Jr. She was a graduate of Damascus High School and Iowa State University. She was also an active member of the Tri-Delta alumni organization, Wesley United Methodist Church in Hampstead, MD, the Mayflower Society, and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Sandra is preceded in death by her father, John Francis Newell; her mother, Alice "Joyce" Newell; brother, John William Newell and her three sons: James Russell Watkins III, John Richard Watkins, and...