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Sandra "Sonnie" Rebecca (Merriman) Hardy, 78, of Boonsboro, Maryland, passed from this life on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Fahrney - Keedy Memorial Home in Boonsboro, Maryland. Born on January 15, 1947, in Frederick, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Paul Merriman and Mary Louise (Chambers) Fleetwood Sonnie enjoyed her life in Brunswick, MD as a local beautician and then as a clerk at Brunswick Hardware. She retired from FCPS loving her job as "the lunch lady" for the Brunswick schools She is survived by her son, Jack Hardy, and wife Tiffany; two grandchildren, Jake Hardy, and wife Nicole and Miranda Hardy; her sister, Linda Spring and husband Larry; her brother in law...

Meredith L. Haupt, of Boonsboro, died Sunday, April 6. Arrangements are by Bast-Stauffer Funeral Home, Boonsboro.

Meredith L. Haupt, 88, of Boonsboro, Maryland, passed from this life on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at his home. He sorely missed his wife of 63 years, Patsy, who preceded him in death on March 18, 2024. Born on July 16, 1936, in Middletown, Maryland, he was the son of the late Henry and Olive (Lighter) Haupt. He was a graduate of the Middletown High School. Meredith retired after over 40 years of employment with MJ Grove, later known as Genstar, as a road construction superintendent. He is survived by his children, Tammy Donato and husband, Jim, Brian Haupt and wife, Stacey, Todd Haupt and wife, Patty; grandchildren, Kristine Cline and husband, Chad, Craig Haupt and wife, Brandy, Jaime...

Charleen Jones, 78, of 6529 Old National Pike, Boonsboro entered the Lord's Merciful Heaven March 16, 2025. Born on Valentines Day February 14, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Charles R. Routzahn and Pauline E. Routzahn Reeder of Boonsboro. For 58 years, Charleen was the devoted wife of David L. Jones. Together, they built an unparalleled legacy in the equine world, providing unequaled services to both local and internationally recognized horse owners. Her love for horses and farm life was the heart of her existence, and she will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Charleen is survived by her loving husband, David L. Jones; her sister, Iva Stine of...

Mary Frances "Frankie" Roney, 94, of Boonsboro, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Fahrney-Keedy Senior Living Community in Boonsboro. Born January 18, 1931 in Frederick, she was the daughter of the late James T. and Mildred Stup Wachter. Mary Frances was known for her green thumb, her molasses cookies, and her creativity in not following recipes, which resulted in many delicious meals. She was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Boonsboro. She is survived by a daughter, Carolyn Roney, of Williamsport; a son, Paul Roney and wife, Faith, of Beavercreek, Oregon; three granddaughters, Sarah Roney of Hagerstown, Nicole Davila and husband,...

Betty Jean (Mom-Mom) Carrick , 99, of Boonsboro, Maryland, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Lester J. Carrick for 66 years. Born on September 16, 1925, in Washington D.C., she was the daughter of the late Myron M. and Elizabeth C. (Zimmerman) Michael. Betty was a graduate of Hyattsville High School. Betty was a WWII volunteer with the American Red Cross and worked at the FBI fingerprint Division and later transferred to the Inter-American Affairs. She was a stay at home mom for 35 years, raising her 3 daughters and during this time she had her own business Bette's Bouquets Florist. She was a former member of Hyattsville Presbyterian...

Richard Lee Haynes, 99, of Rohrersville, Maryland, passed from this life on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Marietta June (Clopper) Haynes for 67 1/2 years who passed on December 25, 2012. Born on April 27, 1925, on Park Hall Road, Rohrersville, he was the son of the late David Harold and Elsie C (Haines) Haynes. He lived his entire 99 years, 10 months within a one-mile radius on Park Hall Road. He was a farmer most of his life raising chickens and then went into a partnership with his son to establish Haynes Dairy Farm. He also worked as a substitute rural carrier for the Boonsboro Post Office before becoming a full-time carrier and then clerk. He...

Wallace Wright Metcalf, 97, of Knoxville, Maryland, passed from this life on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Doey's House in Hagerstown, Maryland. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary L. Miller, they were married on December 30, 1949. Born on October 16, 1927, in Antioch, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Jacob H. and Margaret (Ellifritz) Metcalf. Wallace was a longtime member of Brownsville Church of the Brethren, where he served as a Deacon, an Usher and served on the Property Committee and volunteered with the Disaster Relief team. He was employed as a Carman by B&O Railroad (B&O, C&O, Chessie System, CSX) from 1946-1989 first in Keyser, WV. He was...

Harold devoted his time and energy to his family. Throughout his life he was loved, supported, and cherished by his wife of 65 years, Carol L. Jones. Harold was born in Boonsboro, Maryland on April 22, 1931, and passed away in Lutherville, Maryland on February 1, 2025, at the age of 93. He is forever loved and survived by his daughter Lisa (Jones) Mullins, her spouse Andrew Mullins, their two children Megan and Eric Mullins, daughters in law, Cassie Mullins and Audrey Seningen, and great grandchildren Mae and Leo Mullins. His parents were Reva Pearl (Whitlock) Jones and Lewis Edward Jones, Sr. Harold had one sister, Doris (Jones) Long, and nine brothers. He is survived by his brothers Bobby...

Elizabeth (Miriam)Pauline Kline, 76, of Myersville, Maryland, passed from this life on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Frederick Health Hospital in Frederick, Maryland. She was the beloved wife of Edgar Kline, Sr. for 58 years. Born on November 14, 1948, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Paul Alvin and Gladys (Kennedy) Myers. Miriam was a 1966 graduate of Middletown High School. She attended Abbie Business Institute in Frederick, MD and earned a certificate in Business and Accounting. Miriam worked in child care, for Hickory Farms, High's Dairy Store, Martins Food, National Geographic and most recently a clerk for Montgomery Co. District Court in Rockville retiring...

Esther Lorraine O'Neal , 85, of Rohrersville, Maryland, passed from this life on Monday, January 13, 2025 at Creekside Village/Ravenwood Nursing Care Center in Hagerstown, Maryland. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald O'Neal, Sr. Born on November 27, 1939, in Rohrersville, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Ira Wheeler and Oneida Susan (Reeder) Haupt. Esther loved flowers and gardening, especially her vegetable garden. She enjoyed doing word puzzles and taking walks. Esther was a devoted member at Bethel United Methodist Church. She is survived by her children Donald L. O'Neal, Jr., (Holly), Samuel E. O'Neal, Rebecca A. Barnhart (Donald), Kimberly M.Chaney...

William L. "Bill" Haupt, 83, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, in Hagerstown, Maryland. Bill was the beloved husband of the late Joan Pancoe Haupt. Born on January 13, 1941 in Washington, D.C. he was the son of the late William and Elsa Marie Olsen Haupt. With a rich career spanning over 53 years, Bill was first employed by Elevator Constructors for 25 years. Following that chapter, he served the Veterans Administration for an impressive 28 years until his retirement in 2014. His commitment to his work was evident, and he was a proud member of the National Union Elevator Constructor Local 10. Beyond his professional achievements, Bill found joy in nurturing his garden. He had...

Terry Lee Sines, Jr., 62, of Clear Spring, Maryland, passed from this life on Thursday, December 26, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Kelli Sines Born on February 15, 1962, in Hagerstown MD he was the son of the late Terry Lee and Edna (Miller) Sines. Terry Sines was what you would call an everyday sort of hero. He was a nice man, always willing to engage in a conversation with a stranger, always eager to give half his money to the homeless, and always willing to stop and help any person or any animal that was in need. Terry spent much of his career blacktop paving. From showing up the younger guys with a shovel, to paving it at perfect slope for the water to shed off, to...

Steven E. Shifler, 64, of Hagerstown, MD passed from this life to receive his great reward on December 7, 2024 at Doey's House. Born on October 5, 1960, in Hagerstown, MD he was the son of Charles T. Shifler and Blanche M. (Overcash) Shifler of Boonsboro, MD. He was a 1978 Boonsboro High School graduate. Steve and his wife formally managed and owned Hub City Liquors at South End Shopping Center in Hagerstown. He was an avid hunter and a member of the Washington County Sportsmen Club. Steve was preceded in death by his wife, Deborah Shifler, father, Charles T. Shifler and mother, Blanche M. Shifler. He is survived by his beloved dog Carson, daughter, Amanda Shifler, granddaughter,...

Sara Jane Baker, 96, of Sharpsburg, Maryland passed away November 23, 2024 at Creekside Nursing Home in Hagerstown. Born June 23, 1928 in Washington County, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Creston Hillard Bond and Mary Naomi (Swain) Bond, and stepmother Mary M. Bond. She was a 1946 graduate of Boonsboro High School. She was a lifelong resident of Sharpsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Arthur C. Baker, and by her brother Creston Bond and sister Lorraine Oberholzer. She was employed as the librarian at the Sharpsburg Library, a branch of the Washington County Free Library, for many years. She was a member of the Sharpsburg Library board. She was a...

Leroy W. Martz, 72, of Keedysville, passed from this life on Sunday, June 30, 2024. Born on March 5, 1952, he was the son of the late William and Margaret Griffith Martz of Hagerstown. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Sherry Salamone Martz; his daughter Courtney Martz of Florida; his beloved dog "Bailey", and a brother, Edward Martz of Boonsboro. Leroy was a 1970 graduate of Boonsboro High School. He retired from CanAm Steel after 42 years of service. The family will receive friends at 10:30 AM on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Chestnut Grove Bible Church, Keedysville and a memorial service held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Interment will be private. A small reception will follow the...

Suzanne Dalton, 69, of Boonsboro, Maryland, passed from this life on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Doey's House in Hagerstown, Maryland. She was the beloved wife of Larry Dalton. The family will receive friends from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at Bast-Stauffer Funeral Home, 7606 Old National Pike in Boonsboro, Maryland. A celebration of Suzanne's life journey will take place at 1 pm on Friday, June 14, 2024, at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church (Boonsboro), 64 South Main Street in Boonsboro, Maryland. Rev. Karl Muhlbach will officiate. Interment will be at Boonsboro Cemetery in Boonsboro, Maryland. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to the family at...

Gloria J. Cline, 81, formerly of Greencastle, PA, passed away Friday May 24, 2024 at Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in Chambersburg, PA. Born August 14, 1942, in San Angelo, TX, she was a daughter of the late Joseph E. Crosswhite, Sr. and Ruth (Bale) Crosswhite. Gloria had been employed by Sheetz for 16 years, working in a few area stores, until her retirement. An avid reader, she also enjoyed traveling and shopping as well as knitting, crocheting and riding roller coasters with her husband Jerry. Gloria had been an active and faithful member of the Church of God at Mercersburg, PA. Gloria is survived by her daughters, Donna (Wayne) Jones and Mary Jo (Stephen...