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Oliver H. Davis, Jr., age 81, of Mount Airy, Maryland passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Oliver was born May 9, 1942, in Frederick, Maryland. The son of the late Oliver Herman Davis, Sr., and Ruth Davis. Oliver was a life-long Mount Airy resident. He worked for his father at his Texaco Station on Twin Arch Road as a teenager. In 1982 he opened his own auto mechanic business at his residence, Oliver Davis Auto and Truck Repair. He was known for his work on large military vehicles. Being a town business owner allowed him to be more involved in the town, serving as administrator of the Sanitation Department, Planning and Zoning Department and...

Dorothy Mae Burgess, 90 of Chambersburg, PA Passed Monday, October 23, 2023 at Paramount Senior Living in Chambersburg after a brief illness Beloved wife of the late Robert Eugene "Gene" Burgess Born, January 13, 1933 in Hernwood, MD the daughter of the late Emory G. Snyder and Mary Margaret (Wilt) Snyder. She was the 11th child born out of 13 children to her parents. She married Gene on April 15 1951 and they were married for 59 years before he passed in 2010. Together they had 2 children. Dorothy loved the Lord. She enjoyed going to church on Sundays and reading her Bible. She had a very strong faith. Her passion was for the Lord and her family. She loved her husband ,children and...

Emma Jane (Janie) Rippeon, loving wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, homemaker, and friend, peacefully passed away at her home in Unionville, MD, on October 8, 2023, at the age of 89. She was born in Harney, PA on May 28, 1934, to the late Howard Chipley, Sr. and Dorothy Bankert Stoner. Jane met the love of her life, the late Charles (Frecks) Rippeon, Sr., at the Rainbow Roller Rink in Taneytown, MD. They were married on July 4, 1952. Their marriage vows were witnessed by their recently married and cherished lifelong and friends, Jimmy and Margie Martin. After their wedding, both couples traveled to Niagara Falls for a long honeymoon weekend. Jane was married to her man for 61...

Gary Edward Summers, 61, of Skaggsville, died unexpectedly September 24, 2023 at his residence. He was born March 9, 1962 in Howard County to the late Gorman Franklin Summers and Ruth Ann (Reed) Summers. Mr. Summers never married and had no children. Mr. Summers worked in the Information Technology field for most of his career. He retired as a Software Programmer / Analyst with Kaiser Permanente and other Information Technology positions with High's / Southland Corp., S. Freedman and Son, Inc., McKesson Corp., and Amisys, LLC. Mr. Summers was a 1980 graduate of Mount Hebron High School and received degrees from Howard County Community College, and the University of Maryland Baltimore County...

Russell Flynn Gardner, 89 of Jefferson, MD Passed Tuesday, September 19, 2023 peacefully at home with his wife Beloved husband of Christine M. (Dieker) Gardner He was born November 25, 1933 in Baltimore, MD The son of the late Russell H. Gardner and late Ida Virginia (McAfee) Gardner He is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving from 1955 to 1963, a member of AMA and MECA He was a retired Model Maker and Draftsman having worked for John Hopkins University, Bechtel Power Corp, and Optelecom. Surviving in addition to his wife are son Glenn Russell Gardner of Greenbelt, MD and daughter Nancy Flynn Gardner and companion Frederick of Salt Point, NY Graveside Services will be held at a...

Audrey Lyles (Dorsey) of Mt. Airy, MD Passed Wednesday, September 13, 2023 Beloved wife of the late Fred Leon Lyles, Sr. Mrs. Lyles was born May 28, 1941 in Mt. Airy, MD the daughter of the late Florine E. Cook and late step-father Eugene C. Cook. She retired from Gina Drexel Daycare in Mt. Airy and had also been a Secretary for Stups Garage in Mt. Airy, MD and had worked for Montgomery County School Board. Mrs. Lyles was an active member of Fairview United Methodist Church serving on the finance committee, Usher and sang in the choir. She enjoyed cooking, crafts and doing yard work, she was also a member of the O.E.S Hope Chapter #52 of New Market. Devoted mother of Krista Rena Lyles...

Linda Kay Barnard, 72 of Mt. Airy, MD was born on October 18, 1950, departed this life on July 23, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Linda vowed her life and soul to Christ and was saved at the age of 18 yrs. old at Sharon Missionary Baptist Church. She was a current member of Granite Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Mommy-Nellie Goins, Mom-Mollie Goins, and Dad-Clifford Goins; Brother Kyle Goins; and her baby girl. Linda is survived by her husband of 54 years Larry Coleman Barnard. Children Ronnie Barnard & wife Tina of Woodbine, Donnie Barnard & wife Amy of Westminster, Rebecca Barnard of Mt. Airy, Emily Davis & husband...

Kirk Walker Emswiler, 63 of Mount Airy Maryland passed peacefully Monday, July 3, 2023, at Frederick Health Hospital. Kirk was the youngest born to George E. Emswiler and Wava J. Walker Emswiler on August 7, 1959. He was a lifelong resident of Mount Airy and a graduate of Linganore High School Class of 1977. He was a long-time member of Christian Life Center. Kirk was the beloved husband of Kimberly F. (Knill) Emswiler for 37.5 years. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at 11AM with Sr. Pastor Sean Libby Officiating: at Christian Life Center located at 3154 Green Valley Rd Ijamsville, Maryland 21754 Online condolences at www.Burrier-Queen.com.

Charlie Hancock, Sr., 86, of Mt. Airy, MD, passed away on June 14, 2023. Born in Loveville, MD to the late Joseph and Mary Alma Hancock (Long), he leaves behind his wife of 52 years, Alice Hancock (Howes). Charlie dedicated many years as a delivery driver for Wonder Bread and was an active member of Prospect United Methodist Church, the local gun club, and the Mt. Airy bowling league. He also ran his own car and tractor repair business, Charlie's A/C Mobile. He is survived by his wife, children Chuck Hancock, Jr. (Heather), Amy Hands (David), Lori Curbow, and Jeff Curbow (Darlene), 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his four...

Kenneth "Ken" Todd Hamby, 61 of Waynesboro, PA passed peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. He was born May 4, 1962, in Hagerstown, MD; he was the son of Margaret Mae (nee Polston) Bowman of NC and the late Kenneth Eugene Hamby. Ken was the beloved husband to Terry L. (nee Frizzell) Hamby for 23 years. He retired as a Day Building Supervisor with Howard County. In his retirement he worked as the Fire Police, School Security, and a Crossing Guard in Waynesboro area School district. Ken enjoyed hunting; and was a Veteran of the United States Army and a former member of the Lisbon Volunteer Fire Department. Ken loved his dogs Shadow and Thunder. Surviving in...

Kenneth "Ken" Todd Hamby, 61 of Waynesboro, PA passed peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. He was born May 4, 1962, in Hagerstown, MD; he was the son of Margaret Mae (nee Polston) Bowman of NC and the late Kenneth Eugene Hamby. Ken was the beloved husband to Terry L. (nee Frizzell) Hamby for 23 years. He retired as a Day Building Supervisor with Howard County. In his retirement he worked as the Fire Police, School Security, and a Crossing Guard in Waynesboro area School district. Ken enjoyed hunting; and was a Veteran of the United States Army and a former member of the Lisbon Volunteer Fire Department. Ken loved his dogs Shadow and Thunder. Surviving in...

Nancy May Moss (nee Penn), 92, of Manchester, MD passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Longview Nursing Home in Manchester, MD. She was born April 30, 1930, in Frederick, MD was the daughter of the late Milton G. Penn and the late Hazel E. Penn (nee Warfield) Nancy was the beloved wife of the late William Edward Moss. She was a clerk at Montgomery Wards in Baltimore, a farmer's wife, caring mother of four and a laundry assistant at Heritage Hall Nursing home for 19 years in Tazewell, VA; before relocating and then caring for her ailing husband. She was always a hard worker. She is survived by her daughter Sallie Moss of Manchester; brother Thomas Penn of New Freedom, PA;...

Cheyenne "Jesse" Clint Roop, Jr, 42, of Harpers Ferry, WV passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023. He was the husband of Deborah Roop. He was born July 15, 1980, in Frederick, MD the son of Ninia "Suzie" Beatrice (nee Dugan) and the late Cheyenne Clint Roop, Sr. Surviving in addition to his wife and mother is his son Cheyenne (LJ) Clint Roop, III; siblings Nova Lee Kenney, Shawn Clint Roop, Shantell Marie Roop; Stepfather Anthony Beatrice, In laws Laura & John Slagle. Also survived by nieces & nephews Haily Mae Kenney, Samantha Roop, Angelo Kritikos, Peyton Baldwin, Paisley Baldwin, as well as aunts, uncles, grandparents, and friends. He was loved by so many and will be missed by...

Kellie Sue McCoy, age 50 of Taneytown, MD, passed away suddenly Tuesday March 28, 2023, at home. She was born June 19, 1972, in Frederick, MD, the daughter of Carroll Dean Long, Sr. and the late Sandra Sue Weller. Kellie was self-employed. She loved spending time with her many nieces and nephews and taking care of her many animals, especially her beloved dog Dewy. She loved gardening. She is survived by her father, Carroll Dean Long, Sr. and step-mom Bonnie L. Long; sisters Christine Long (Dwayne); Tonya Herche (Sam) and brother Carroll Dean Long, Jr. (Lisa). Wife of Todd McCoy. Kellie is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, Great-niece's and Great-nephews and friends....

Jo Ann Burns Norris of Hagerstown, MD completed her life's journey on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at the age of 80. Born October 5, 1942 in Olney, MD. Jo Ann was the daughter of the late Winfred Burns and Alberta Phelps Day. Her father saw her only once before he was killed in France of July 4, 1944 during World War II. She grew up in Kemptown where she had a lifetime of wonderful memories with the Kemptown Bunch. Jo Ann graduated from Frederick High Class of 1960 and retired from the US Department of Energy. She was a member of Montgomery United Methodist Church. She organized and was the Queen Mum of the Roaming Red Hat Ladies for over 16 years. She enjoyed her outings with her Cortland...

Ruth Ann Cantwell (nee Lamb), 82 of Woodbine, MD passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023. She was born June 27, 1940, in Carroll County, MD the daughter of the late William Romaine Lamb & the late Daisy Ruth Lamb (nee Hatfield). Ruth worked as a secretary for Social Security Administration for 29 years. She was an animal lover, especially her cats; and enjoyed going to strawberry festivals and photography. She was the loving mother of Chris Cantwell & wife Tammy, Steve Cantwell, Sr., and Paul Cantwell. Devoted grandmother of Jeff Cantwell & wife Kristen, Steven Cantwell, Jr., Connor Cantwell, Cash Cantwell, Reghan Cantwell, and Trent Cantwell; great grandmother of Raylan...

Norman Dorsey Hill, 91, of Westminster, MD, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at Ridge Overlook in Westminster, MD. He was the beloved husband of Mary Velma Hill (nee LeRoy). Norman was born December 10, 1931, in Dayton, MD, the son of the late William H. Hill and Elva Hill (nee Iglehart). He was one of seven children and grew up on the family farm where they raised Ayrshire Cattle. Norman joined the local 4-H club at the age of ten and began showing cattle in 1942. In 1952 he went on to place 2nd in the National 4-H dairy contest in Waterloo, Iowa. He then went to work with his brothers on the family farm, under the name Wauwatosa Farm. They showed cattle all over the East Coast...

Bernard "Bernie" Ray Naill, 81, of Mt. Airy, MD passed away on January 16, 2023, at Frederick Memorial Hospital. Mr. Naill is survived by his wife Janet Naill who he was married to for 63 years. He was born April 7, 1941, in Maryland, the son of the late Clarence Naill and the late Myrtle Naill (Runkles). Bernard spent 65 years as a roofer. He only completed his education to the 7th grade. He loved to spend his time hunting, fishing, bowling, and playing cards. More than anything he loved spending his time with his wife and family. Surviving in addition to his wife are his children Emma "Bun" & husband Calvin Collis, II, Jerry & wife Evangeline Naill, Becky & husband...

Mary Ann Stockslager (nee Jones), 73 of Westminster, MD passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Frederick Memorial Hospital. She was born April 26, 1949, in Alexandria, VA the daughter of the late Jack and Carlos Jean Jones (nee Kelly). Mary Ann loved to spread the word of God and witness to anyone she could. She loved her church, Elders Baptist. She enjoyed spending time with her church family at Sunday School and Keenagers. She was an animal lover, especially to LuLu, Fritz, and Dude. She is survived by her two sons Scott Stockslager & Heather, and Todd Stockslager & wife Amanda. Her grandchildren Joseph, Victoria, and Tyler. She was loved by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins...

Susan Elaine Few (nee Fogle), 69 of Keymar, MD passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at her home. She is the beloved wife of Richard Few for 51 years. Susan was born March 24, 1953, in Maryland the daughter of the late William Ezra Fogle and the late Shirley Delores Fogle (nee Lawrence). She was a 1971 graduate of Francis Scott Key High School. Susan loved spending time on the family farm. Surviving in addition to her husband are her 2 children Sherry Few of Keymar, MD and Richard W. A. Few of Keymar, MD. Also survived by her 6 grandchildren Shasta Stevens-Earp & husband Jake, Christopher Lee Stevens, Jr., Sierra Few, Savanna Few, Austin Few, and Fiona Mason; and her 2...

Carolyn Etzler, age 76, loving wife and devoted mother and grandmother, died on December 17, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born March 31, 1946, in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of Thomas Davis and Anita Davis. Carolyn graduated from Towson with a teaching degree and served as a teacher at Mount Airy Elementary School for her entire career. Carolyn was well loved by her colleagues and often given the title of "favorite teacher" by her former students. Confident and outgoing, Carolyn was a member of the Mount Airy Players for a time, supporting and starring in their hometown productions. Carolyn was a devoted member of St. James' Episcopal Church in Mt. Airy. Carolyn...