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Mr. Gerald Franklin "Frank" Karn, 74, of Abbottstown, Pennsylvania, and formerly of Frederick, passed away early Sunday evening, October 29, 2023, in Hagerstown, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was the husband of Darla Snurr Karn. Frank was the real estate broker & owner of Mt. Prospect Realty, Inc.; and owner of Karn Home and Development Company; all of Frederick County. The Andrew K. Coffman Funeral Home, Hagerstown (akcoffmanfh.com) is assisting the family with arrangements. Services will be privately held at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may offer condolences to the family at www.akcoffmanfh.com.

Mrs. Betty "June" Spielman Stolins, 94, of Hagerstown, went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday morning, December 26, 2022, at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown. She was the wife of the late John Downs Stolins, who preceded her in death on August 13, 1999. Born October 18, 1928, Betty June Spielman of Hagerstown, was the daughter of the late Albert Heard and Elizabeth Bikle Spielman. June met the love of her life, John Stolins, at the Glen Burnie post office, where she was employed. She moved to Southern California with John Stolins in 1966, but eventually relocated back to Hagerstown. June was a member of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hagerstown, where she participated in Bible...

It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald L. "Ron" Young, 75 of Hagerstown, and formerly of Frederick, announce that he passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, at Meritus Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Karen Young, his wife of 46 years. Born June 2, 1947, in Frederick, he was the son of Betty J. Young of Hagerstown, and the late Donald L. Young. Ron was a graduate of Frederick High School. He worked at AT&T later transferring to C&P Telephone, and later Bell Atlantic/Verizon Communications. He was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Lodge 378, Hagerstown. Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by his...

A service celebrating the life of Mrs. Elizabeth C. "Libby" Cordell Abrecht, 80, of Middletown, Hagerstown, and lastly Williamsport, who peacefully died on Saturday, July 16, 2022, and whom was the wife of the late Gene William Abrecht, will be held Saturday, April 15, at 11:00 AM, at Andrew K. Coffman Funeral Home, 40 East Antietam Street, Hagerstown.

Mrs. Elizabeth "Libby" Christina (Cordell) Abrecht, 80, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2022, at Julia Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, following several years of declining health. She was the wife of the late Gene William Abrecht who she was married to for 52 years. They spent 36 years of their life in Middletown, before moving to Hagerstown. Libby's last residence was in Williamsport. Born May 11, 1942, in Adamstown, she was the youngest daughter of Harvey and Helen (Castle) Cordell. Enjoying her life fully, to Libby, meant bringing her loved ones together. She found great joy in hosting family cookouts, holidays, reunions, parties or family dinners. She loved gifting, whether...

Fred Kramer, age 97, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family in Hagerstown on May21, 2022. Born on September 22, 1924 in Brooklyn, New York, he and his wife Renee moved to Hagerstown in 1952, fell in love with Washington County, and never left. Fred is preceded in death by his wife of 73 years, Renee, his brother Herb Kramer and his parents Sam and Bertha Kramer. He is survived by his three sons: Michael (Peggy), Andrew (Fazidah) and Richard (Lauren), their children Kimberly (Ash), Melissa (Andrew), Adam, Alia, Amelia, Gillian (Greg), Elizabeth (Patrick), and Adrienne (Richard), and by his great grandchildren Alley, Wyatt, Collier, Rhett, and Ren. Part of the Greatest...

Mr. Charles Robert "Bob" Swain, 95, of Hagerstown, died early Friday morning, April 15, 2022, at Martinsburg (WV) VA Medical Center. He was the husband of Betty Iline Poffenberger Swain who preceded him in death on March 17, 2018. Born May 23, 1926, in Boonsboro, he was the son of the late Garrrott Mortimer and Margaret Imogene Jones Swain. He was a 1945 graduate of Boonsboro High School; and proud veteran of 87th Infantry Division, 345 Regiment of the United States Army, serving during World War II and recipient of the Bronze Star. Bob was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Boonsboro. He was also a member of Friendship Lodge #84, Ancient Free & Accepted Masons and Past...

Gertrude E. "Gertie" Morningstar , 96 Aug 13, 1925 - Mar 28, 2022 Mrs. Gertrude Elizabeth "Gertie" Ausherman Morningstar, 96, of Hagerstown, died Monday, March 28, 2022 at her residence. She was the wife of the late George Edgar Morningstar who preceded her in death on September 22, 1994. Born August 13. 1925, in Akron, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late David William and Ida Virginia Carter Ausherman. She worked in the nursery of Washington County Hospital, Hagerstown. Gertie was a longtime member of Boonsboro Church of God. She very much loved and enjoyed her family and life. Gertie could be found on a beach anywhere from Florida to Ocean City, Maryland, or county line dancing; even...

R. Noel BRADY , 91 Nov 6, 1940 - Mar 7, 2022 Mr. R. Noel Brady, 81 of Hagerstown, died Monday, March 7, 2022, at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown. He was he husband of Nancy L. Myers Brady, his wife of 57 years. Born November 6, 1940, in Jersey City, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Ernest Henry and Bertha Sarah Ann Mitchell Brady. He was raised by late Curtis H. and Alice E. Brady Kline. He graduated from South Hagerstown High School, Hagerstown Community College, and the American Academy McAllister Institute of Mortuary Science, New York City, New York. He served in the Reserves with the United States Army. He was the President of the Andrew K. Coffman Funeral Home, Inc.,...

Mrs. Gertrude Elizabeth "Gertie" Ausherman Morningstar, 96, of Hagerstown, died Monday, March 28, 2022 at her residence. She was the wife of the late George Edgar Morningstar who preceded her in death on September 22, 1994. Born August 13. 1925, in Akron, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late David William and Ida Virginia Carter Ausherman. She worked in the nursery of Washington County Hospital, Hagerstown. Gertie was a longtime member of Boonsboro Church of God. She very much loved and enjoyed her family and life. Gertie could be found on a beach anywhere from Florida to Ocean City, Maryland, or county line dancing; even found at the North American Rod and Gun Club surrounded by her...

Natasha Kristine Gladhill Thomas , 41 Jan 9, 1981 - Feb 4, 2022 Natasha Kristine (Gladhill) Thomas, 41 of Big Pool, passed away at her home suddenly, Friday, February 4, 2022, from heart complications. Born January 9, 1981, in Hagerstown. Tasha was the daughter of Dorothy (Moser) Pfeiffer and Richard D. Gladhill of Hagerstown. She was a 1998 graduate of South Hagerstown High School. After graduation, she attended Hagerstown Community College. She was co-founder of Lush Glow. She was previously employed by the U.S Census Bureau and Citicorp. First and foremost, Tasha was a dedicated mother, a role that she treasured, embraced, and saw as her greatest accomplishment. She loved her family...

Lloyd Cleveland "Itchy" St. Clair , 77 Nov 30, 1944 - Jan 30, 2022 Mr. Lloyd Cleveland "Itchy" St. Clair, 77, of Hagerstown, died suddenly Sunday, January 30, 2022, at his residence. Born November 30, 1944, in Hagerstown, he was a son of the late Charles Ambrose and Mary Alice Virginia Hall St. Clair.He was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard.Lloyd was formerly employed with Maryland Maid Kitchen; and retired from the Byron Tannery, with 27 years of service.He was very involved with West End Little League, serving in various capacities; as a member of the Board of Directors, past Minor League President, announcing, as well as coaching.Lloyd is survived by daughters Kathy...

Lloyd C. "Itchy" ST. CLAIR , 77 Nov 30, 1944 - Jan 30, 2022 Mr. Lloyd Cleveland "Itchy" St. Clair, 77, of Hagerstown, died suddenly Sunday, January 30, 2022, at his residence. Born November 30, 1944, in Hagerstown, he was a son of the late Charles Ambrose and Mary Alice Virginia Hall St. Clair. He was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard. Lloyd was formerly employed with Maryland Maid Kitchen; and retired from the Byron Tannery, with 27 years of service. He was very involved with West End Little League, serving in various capacities; as a member of the Board of Directors, past Minor League President, announcing, as well as coaching. Lloyd is survived by daughters Kathy...

Renee Kramer , 91 Jun 6, 1930 - Jan 10, 2022 Renee Kramer, age 91, passed away peacefully at home in Hagerstown on January 10, 2022. Born on June 6, 1930 in Brooklyn, New York, she and her husband Fred moved to Hagerstown in 1953, fell in love with Washington County, and never left. Renee is preceded in death by her brother Herbert Seigel and her parents Kate and Louis Seigel. She is survived by her husband of 73 years Fred Kramer, and by her three sons: Michael (Peggy), Andrew (Fazidah) and Richard (Lauren), their children Kimberly (Ash), Melissa (Andrew), Adam, Alia, Amelia, Gillian (Greg), Elizabeth (Patrick), and Adrienne, and by her great grandchildren Alley, Wyatt, Collier and...

John N. Fiore , 92 Jun 30, 1928 - Nov 6, 2021 John Nicholas Fiore went to be with his Lord and cherished wife Frances Theresa "Terry" in the early afternoon of November 6, 2021, at his residence in Hagerstown, Maryland. He is survived by his daughter, Julia Marie Fiore Suffecool, and husband Ron, his brother Peter Paul Fiore and wife, Sylvia, his chosen sister, Louise Bassi Pastore, his dearest cousin and friend Gabe Spina and wife Joan, various nephews he adored and his much-loved fur baby, Gracie. He was proceeded in death by his parents, John Peter Fiore and Anna F. Logerfo Fiore, and two brothers, Nicholas Fiore and Peter Fiore. John was born in the Bronx, just two miles from Yankee...

John Nicholas Fiore , 92 Jun 30, 1929 - Nov 6, 2021 Mr. John Nicholas Fiore, 92, of Hagerstown, passed away peacefully early Saturday afternoon, November 6, 2021, at his residence. He was the husband of the late Frances Theresa "Terry" Margaret Calthas Fiore, who preceded him in death on August 7, 2015 The Andrew K. Coffman Funeral Home, Hagerstown, will announce arrangements early in the coming year.

John N Fiore , 92 Jun 30, 1929 - Nov 6, 2021 Mr. John Nicholas Fiore, 92, of Hagerstown, passed away early Saturday afternoon, November 6, 2021, at his residence. He was the husband of the late Frances Theresa "Terry" Margaret Calthas Fiore, who preceded him in death on August 7, 2015. Arrangements will be announced early in the coming year by Andrew K. Coffman Funeral Home, Hagerstown.