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Robert Alan McCormack, Jr., age 54, of Belcamp, Maryland, passed away on September 26, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, he was the son of Robert McCormack, Sr. and his wife Patricia and Beverly (Tilton) Gibson and her husband Thomas, and the beloved husband of 10 years to Tracey (Nunn) McCormack. Robert was a dedicated member of the Point Pleasant Boro Volunteer Fire Company #2 for many years. He was currently employed at Bulle Rock Golf Course and had previously worked at Spring Lake Heights Golf Club in New Jersey. Earlier in his career, Robert served as a police officer in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, during the...

Paul Joseph Wenzel, age 87, of Havre de Grace, Maryland, passed away on September 18, 2024, at Brightview Assisted Living of Bel Air in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Niagara Falls, New York, he was the son of the late Raymond and Marion (Murphy) Wenzel and the beloved husband of the late Irma Wenzel. Paul was a soldier's soldier. He retired from the US Army after 37 years of dedicated service, during which he earned numerous combat decorations such as the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star w/ Valor, and a Purple Heart for his bravery. He held a master's degree in science and business administration from Strayer University in Virginia. Paul and Irma were married on December 17, 1957, in...

Richard J. McCarthy, age 89, of Belcamp, Maryland, passed away on September 17, 2024, at Stella Maris Hospice in Timonium, Maryland. Born in Altoona, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late John and Margaret (McKenna) McCarthy and the beloved husband of Janice M. (Lilly) McCarthy. Richard was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran and held a deep pride in his Irish heritage. As a devoted Catholic, he was known for his unwavering faith and commitment to his family. Richard and Janice also became and lived their lives as Third Order Franciscans for many years. Richard and Janice were married for 67 years, and he was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He will be remembered...

LTC Laurence William Gavin (US Army Retired) of Forrest Hill, Maryland, passed away on April 24th, 2024. Larry, as he was known to many, (and as "Corky" to family and close friends) was born on March 12, 1940, in Oelwein Iowa to Laurence and Helen Gavin (Soulek) of Kimball SD. He grew up in Seattle, Washington and graduated from Seattle University as a Distinguished Military Graduate with degrees in Secondary Education and American History. He was commissioned a Second Lieutenant, Armor Branch. Larry always embodied and lived a life of "Service for Others," proud of his Jesuit education. He later earned a master's degree from Webster University and taught at the Command and General...

Marilyn Lundgren, age 71, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on April 15, 2024, at the Senator Bob Hooper House in Forest Hill, Maryland. Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, Marilyn was the cherished daughter of the late Milton and Martha (Veitch) Lundgren. Throughout her life, Marilyn embodied compassion and dedication, evident in her longstanding involvement with the Gertrude Barber Center in Erie, PA, where she shared her warmth and kindness with many. In Harford County, MD, Marilyn found fulfillment through her active engagement with Richcroft, leaving an indelible mark on the community she served. Music was the melody of Marilyn's life, her fingers dancing across piano keys with grace and...

Kevyn Edward Knight, 25, of Conowingo, Maryland, passed away on March 31, 2024, at Franklin Square Hospital in Rosedale, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the beloved son of Tanya (Bardo) Ey, Johnny Ey, and the late Edward Knight. Kevyn was a major car and motorcycle enthusiast, finding joy in the roar of engines. He cherished his family and friends deeply, always eager to share laughter and create unforgettable memories. Kevyn had a passion for modifying cars & motorcycles. With an infectious sense of humor, he lit up every room he entered, spreading joy with his playful banter and quick wit. He had an unparalleled knack for finding the lighter side of life and was...

Kenneth E. Tipton, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland, at the age of 80. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, Kenneth was the cherished son of the late Dave and Ollie Tipton. Kenneth proudly served his country as a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Throughout his life, he touched countless hearts with his unwavering dedication to his faith and his community. As Minister of Music, he shared his gift at various churches including Conowingo Baptist Church, Oak Grove Baptist Church, and Calvary Baptist Church in Harford and Cecil Counties, as well as McCulloch...

Jeannie E. Reed (Nee Hilditch), age 84, a beloved resident of Rising Sun, Maryland, peacefully passed away on February 6, 2024 at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Rocks, Maryland, she was the cherished daughter of the late Ralph and Agnes (Bosley) Hilditch and the devoted wife of the late E. Hugo Reed. Jeannie had a rich and fulfilling life, marked by her dedication to her work and her passions. She will be fondly remembered for her years of service at Rising Run Donut Shop and Woolworths off Main Street in Bel Air. Additionally, Jeannie played an integral role at JLR Waste, a family-owned garbage company, where she contributed her talents for several years. Her...

William F. Sterbinsky Sr., age 90, of Joppa, MD passed away on January 27, 2024, at Jacobs Well Assisted Living in Bel Air, MD. Born in Emmitsburg, MD, he was the son of William Stephen and Alice (Dukehart) Sterbinsky and husband of the late Dolores (Barrett) Sterbinsky. William grew up in Emmitsburg, MD where he was a volunteer firefighter with the Emmitsburg Vigilant Hose Company. He played baseball and earned his BS in Accounting from Mount St Mary's University in Emmitsburg, MD and his MS in Information Technology from the George Washington University. William worked for Ernst & Ernst (now EY), Western Electric and 26-years with the Social Security Administration. He was an avid...

Rita C. Webster, age 87, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on January 18, 2024, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air. Born in Buffalo, New York, she was the cherished daughter of the late Nicolas and Filomena (Mirco) Fagnani and the devoted wife of Douglas Webster for an incredible 67 years. Rita dedicated a total of 32 years to shaping young minds, having taught in the Buffalo, New York public schools for 15 years and later retiring in 1995 from the Charlotte, North Carolina public schools, where she served as an elementary school teacher for 17 years. In addition to her remarkable teaching career, Rita found joy in various pursuits, including gardening and cooking. She was...

Bel Air, Maryland - Anthony "Tony" Meoli, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, peacefully passed away on January 6, 2024, at the age of 86. Born in Revere, Massachusetts in 1938, Tony was the fifth of seven children born to Italian immigrants, Antonio and Giovanina (Censale) Meoli. A very talented athlete in his youth, Tony excelled in football and displayed prowess in basketball and track. Despite an ear injury preventing military service, he pursued higher education, graduating from Suffolk University in Boston, MA. Tony went on to become a dedicated teacher, instructing Physics and Chemistry at Georgetown High School in Georgetown, MA. In 1962, Tony met Virginia "Ginny"...

Martha Kathleen Swecker Rufenacht, age 87, of Bel Air, Maryland, peacefully passed away on January 5, 2024, at Forest Hill Heights in Forest Hill, Maryland. Born in Valley Head, West Virginia, she was the beloved daughter of the late Carvil and Elva (Simmons) Swecker and the devoted wife of the late George Rufenacht. Martha was a cherished member of Mountain Christian Church, where her passion for music shone brightly. She was actively involved in the church choirs and dedicated over 30 years of her life as a member of His Harvesters Gospel Quartet. Martha's love for music extended beyond the church, as she served as a music teacher at Hickory Elementary and Bel Air High School until 1972....

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Joseph Sanford, age 84, of Edgewater, MD. "Joe" was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, as well as a revered Ph.D. professor in Engineering at the University of Maryland. Dr. Sanford departed from us on December 21, 2023, leaving an indelible mark on his family and the world of academia. As a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Dr. Sanford created a loving and supportive home for his family. His legacy of warmth, kindness, and intellectual curiosity will forever be cherished. A passionate educator, Dr. Sanford dedicated his life to teaching and mentoring. His impact extended far beyond the lecture halls,...

Robert Lee McMillen, Sr., age 83, of Abingdon, Maryland passed away on December 2, 2023 at Lorien Elkridge in Elkridge, Maryland. Born in Elkins, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Elmer and Genevia (Hornbeck) McMillen and husband of the late Patricia Diane (Stevenson) McMillen. He was a truck driver and mechanic until he retired in 2006. He was heavily involved in Cub and Boy Scouts. Robert was also a Joppa Volunteer Fire Company member, model train collector and enjoyed taking train rides with his wife. He was a "Mr. Fix it" he could fix everything in the house. Robert is survived by his son, Robert Lee (Jan) McMillen Jr.; 1/2 sister, Betty Marie Perglo; sister, Linda Younger and...

Alice "Buttons" Marie Morrison Crabtree, of Weyers Cave, Virginia passed away on November 14, 2023. Alice was born on 11/20/1939 in Bel Air, MD. to Joseph Ring Morrison and Ossie (Wood) Morrison. She retired from Harford County Public Library where she served as Secretary to the Director for 30 years. She is survived by her best friend and husband of 65 years, William, children Daniel, Brian, and Ann, 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Alice will be remembered for her tremendous fighting spirit which allowed her to be a 37- year breast cancer survivor. She faced each day with hope and optimism and courage, and served as an inspiration to those who loved her. Alice was a proud...

It is with much sadness that the family of Lawrence C. Leonard (aka Larry) announce his passing at age 95 on November 3, 2023. Larry grew up in Hackensack, NJ and was the son of the late George J. Leonard and Halfrieda Ammann. He is survived by his oldest brother: George Leonard 101, of The Villages, FL; and is predeceased by brothers: Jack Leonard, William Leonard, and Paul Leonard, and sister: Mary Louise "Ouise" Zeliff. Larry is the beloved husband of Carolyn J. Leonard; loving father of Larry (Diane) Leonard, Jr., Kathleen (Michael) Kelly, Karen (Phillip) Meese, and Daniel Leonard; caring grandfather of: Jaclyn Price, Colleen Golioso, Brianna Kelly, Gaven Meese, Braden Meese, David...

It is with much sadness that the family of Lawrence C. Leonard (aka Larry) announce his passing at age 95 on November 3, 2023. Larry grew up in Hackensack, NJ and was the son of the late George J. Leonard and Halfrieda Ammann. He is survived by his oldest brother: George Leonard 101, of The Villages, FL; and is predeceased by brothers: Jack Leonard, William Leonard, and Paul Leonard, and sister: Mary Louise "Ouise" Zeliff. Larry is the beloved husband of Carolyn J. Leonard; loving father of Larry (Diane) Leonard, Jr., Kathleen (Michael) Kelly, Karen (Phillip) Meese, and Daniel Leonard; caring grandfather of: Jaclyn Price, Colleen Golioso, Brianna Kelly, Gaven Meese, Braden Meese, David...

George "Earl" Graefe, age 93, of Hampstead, Maryland passed away on October 17, 2023, at The Terraces of Westminster in Westminster, Maryland. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late George and Bertha (Neuhauser) Graefe and husband of Patricia (Adams) Graefe. He was a member of Long Green Valley Church of the Brethern. He was raised a farmer, retired as a truck driver from the Texas quarry in Cockeysville, Md. During his retirement he enjoyed fishing, hunting and working around his property. In addition to his parents and wife, Earl was preceded in death by his sister, Eileen Kuper, and brother, Carl Graefe. Earl is survived by many cousins, nieces and...

Bobbie Lee Guy was born June 25, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland. As a young man, he proudly served in the Army and Air Force. After retiring from the military, he was a long-time employee at Martin State Airport. In the early 80s he began working at the Mary Risteau State Office Building where he retired in 2010. A man of few words and many talents, Bobbie enjoyed playing in his basement workshop, working in his yard, or tinkering with equipment he was working on. He enjoyed quiet nights on his deck with his wife. He married Dianne, the love of his life, on September 15, 2001. Together they built a beautiful life in their dream home where he peacefully passed away with her by his side,...

Paul C. Sands, age 82, of North East, Maryland passed away on August 13, 2023 at his home. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of Henry and Catherine (Schmidt) Sands. He was a veteran of the MD National Guard-Air Force. He served for 15 years on the Harford County Community College Board of Trustees. Paul was a former substitute teacher for Charlestown Elementary School and a former sports announcer at Perryville High School and Edgewood High School. He coached lacrosse for many years, and he loved caring for his wife and grandchildren. Paul is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Keefer) Sands; daughter, Salliann Muscella (Louis); son, Scott A. Sands (Heather); sister, Dianne...

Willis Darwin Lewis was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He left this world at the age of 91 on July 28, 2023 surrounded by loved ones. He was known by many names: Lewis, Willis, Wig, Willie D or Wil, Dad, Pop & Grandad; but had one loving heart. He had an effervescent personality, was an amazing story and joke teller, an encyclopedia of knowledge and the family historian. Born to William and Katherine (n?e Murray) Lewis in Greer, West Virginia on Feb 27, 1932, he was the youngest of 13 children. He would often say that his parents had no more children after him because his dad had proclaimed that they had finally created "the perfect...