Douglas A. Fiery

Frances Ann Fox, 89, of Hagerstown MD, passed away, Thursday, December 7, 2023 at the Meritus Medical Center. Born Saturday, July 21, 1934, in Middletown, she was the daughter of the late Ralph Remsburg Rudy and the late Naomi Margaret Lambert. She was a member of the Hagerstown Church of the Brethren, the Maryland Nursing Association District 8, Washington County Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association, board member of Western Maryland Hospital Foundation, and American Nurses Association. Frances retired from the Washington County Hospital where she was the Director of Nursing. She is survived by daughter, Carol Ann Lent of Williamsport, MD; son, Brian Douglas Fox (Debra) of Tuscan,...

Elwood Preston Strite, age 82 of Hagerstown, MD passed away at his home on Monday afternoon. He was born December 29, 1940 in Edgemont, MD. He was the son of the late Elmer and Edna (Peck) Strite. He was a farmer. Then he was ordained and served as a deacon in Haiti. He was a member of Millers Mennonite Church. He is survived by his wife of nearly 62 years, Iva Marie (Horst) Strite; six children, Ruth E. Strite at home; Rachel E. Horst (Marvin) of Clear Spring, MD; Daniel R. Strite (Doreen) of Waynesboro, PA; Esther M. Horst (Jason) of Manchester, KY; Donald E. Strite (Rosalie) of Mercersburg, PA; Ella MaeMartin (Marvin) of Waynesboro, PA; 23 grandchildren, 11 step grandchildren, 33...

Jay Wendell Huffer, 87, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away, Monday, October 9, 2023, at the Meritus Medical Center. Born Thursday, April 16, 1936 in an apartment on the corner of Hanover and Hamburg Street in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Eugene Delauter Huffer and the late Margaret Elizabeth (Fulmer) Huffer. Jay was a 1954 graduate of Middletown High School. He was a veteran with the US Army, serving three years. During those three years, Jay was deployed for 16 months in Africa and earned ASA top secret clearance. Jay was self employed as a carpentry contractor, owning Huffer Contracting for 23 years. After moving to Florida, he became a Foreman for Clay construction for 12...

Pamela Jean Harp, 66, of Clear Spring, MD, passed away, Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at the Meritus Medical Center. Born Sunday, March 24, 1957 in Hagerstown, MD, she was the daughter of Fay Elizabeth (Royer) Routzahn of Quincy, PA and the late Robert Eugene Routzahn. Pam graduated from Smithsburg High School class of 1975. Her career started with the Department of Energy and later spent the majority of her career with the Department of Defense retiring after 30 years of service at Site R "The Rock". She was a former member of AACA and the Mason Dixon Region Car Club. Pam was co-owner of Harp's Automotive Service Center, where she worked along side her husband Greg and loved to express...

Clara Yaneth Reyes, 61, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away, Friday, September 15, 2023, at her home. Born Saturday, August 4, 1962, in Columbia, she was the daughter of Clara Ines Reyes Dominguez and the late Carlos Julio Reyes. Clara was in touch with nature, enjoying sunny days, beautiful sunsets, full moons, and hiking. She had a morning ritual of drinking her coffee with her husband. Clara was an artist, a writer, a collector of all things, and a jewelry designer. She owned a jewelry store in Downtown Frederick, where she met and spent a lot of time with her beloved clientele. Her biggest joy was her family. In addition to her mother, Clara is survived by her husband, Oscar Munera;...

Patricia Ann Coleman Pile, 90, passed on to her heavenly Father on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, under Hospice Care at Homewood Retirement Facility in Williamsport, MD. Born June 3, 1933, in Friedens, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter and only child of the late John Dwight and Neoma J. Coleman. Patricia graduated from Somerset Township High School in 1951. She also graduated from Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Cumberland, Maryland in 1954 with a degree in Nursing. On November 7, 1954, she was married to the love of her life Karl L. Pile. They were married for 67 years. Patricia is survived by her four children. Brian Pile and wife Jill. Karla Pile, Denise Wood and husband Greg,...

Dorothy Ann (Rembold) Lloyd, 86, of Pasadena, MD passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023. Born on January 12, 1937 in Annapolis, MD, she was the daughter of the late Laurence Huesing Rembold and Evelyn Mae (Hoffman) Smullen. Dorothy graduated first in her class at Annapolis High School in 1955 and was employed by the Department of the Navy before becoming a stay-at-home Mom for her two boys. She volunteered several days a week at Pasadena Elementary School working with teachers, tutoring students and helping in the health room. Later, she obtained an Associates Degree from Anne Arundel Community College and was employed in the MIS Department for 22 years with Gould Electronics which...

Andrew "Andy" Lyle Stutzman, 39, of Inwood, WV, went to his heavenly home, Monday, August 21, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born Friday, June 15, 1984 in Martinsburg, WV, he was the son of Patricia (Eyler) Sower and her husband Steven of Martinsburg, WV, and David Stutzman and his wife Linda of Boonsboro, MD. Andy graduated from Martinsburg High School in 2002. He then graduated from Shepherd University with two Associates Degrees. Andy was a dedicated member of the Martinsburg Marlins, Martinsburg High School Bulldogs and the Hagerstown YMCA Gators swim teams. He enjoyed being a spectator at the car rally races and working on various cars especially his Exocet. He was very...

In Loving Memory of Donald Lee Shields (January 17, 1939 - August 20, 2023) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Lee Shields, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who touched the lives of many throughout his remarkable journey. Don was born on January 17, 1939, in the picturesque town of Butler, PA, to proud parents Harry Willis Shields and Esther Leola Louise Weigle Shields, Don's legacy is one of unwavering love, compassion, dedication and he left a profound impact and lasting warmth. He was the embodiment of a life well-lived, leaving an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to have known him. A brilliant mind and a devoted heart, Donald's...

JoAnne Elizabeth Burchard , 83 of Greencastle, PA, passed away, Saturday, August 19, 2023, at her home. Born Tuesday, November 7, 1939 in Hazleton, PA, she was the daughter of the late William Perry Edwards and the late Edythe Viola (Knittle) Edwards. She was preceded in death by her brother Richard Edwards and her husband George Alan Burchard. JoAnne graduated from Hazelton High School, got her Bachelor's degree from Penn State University and later earned her Master's degree from UMBC. She was employed with South Mountain Restoration Center as a Social Work Supervisor and later was employed with the Washington County Hospital and Hazleton Kidney Center. She was an active member of the...

James Ryan Halmi, 40, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, due to complications from stage 4 melanoma. He died peacefully at Johns Hopkins hospital surrounded by his family. Born on May 4, 1983 in Plattsburgh, NY, he was the son of James Halmi and Dawn M. (Serfass) Halmi of Greencastle, PA. James graduated from Greencastle-Antrim High School in 2001 and later graduated from Shippensburg University in 2006. He was employed with Berkeley County Board of Education as a special education teacher at Spring Mills Middle School, and was formerly employed at the Board of Childcare in Spring Mills, WV. James was an avid golfer and also enjoyed going to the beach, fishing, and...

Donna B. Musser, 65, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away, Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at the Williamsport Retirement Village after a 25 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Born Friday, April 4, 1958 in Frederick, MD, she was the daughter of the late Raymond Kenneth Basler and the late Janet Ruth (Huffer) Basler. Donna graduated from Middletown High School in 1976 and Shepherd University in 1980. She was employed by R.W. Warner and later, Maryland Paper Company. She was a lifelong member of Zion Lutheran Church in Middletown, MD, where she was an active member of the choir and accompanied on the piano frequently. Donna and her husband were members of the Friends n' Spirit entertainment troupe...

Cody Carlin, a son, brother, grandson, boyfriend, and friend to all, went to Heaven to be with Jesus on July 13th, 2023, in Augusta, WV. He was 27 years old. Cody was born in Hagerstown, Maryland on December 28th, 1995 to Anthony and Sandy Carlin. Cody was a proud graduate of Washington County Technical High School, class of 2013, where he studied digital communications. Cody worked at Sears, Omega Media, WHAG, Lifetouch photography, Whitetail resort, Botanica Enterprises and Shawn's Auto Recovery. Cody played baseball through the Maugansville League for 10 years. He was a freelance videographer and photographer known as Eastcoastfilmzz. He was an amazing skateboarder, snowboarder, and...

Valerie Foreman Jardine, 76, passed June 16, 2023 in Deltona, Florida. She is survived by her husband Carl and children Jason Jardine and Jessica Lilly, and 6 grandchildren. Funeral Services will be June 24, 2023 at 11:00 am at St. Marks Episcopal Church Lappans in Boonsboro, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Washington County, MD. More information and online condolences can be found at www.douglasfiery.com

Vietnam Veteran Reverend Theodore Daniel Higby, 76 passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on June 14, 2023 in Hagerstown, MD. He will be greatly missed. Born January 13, 1947 in Meadville, PA he was the son of the late Jesse David Higby Jr. and Irene (Lipscomb) Higby. In 1965, he graduated from Berkeley Springs High School, then went on to proudly serve our country with the United States Marine Corps. He served a 13 month tour in Vietnam with the first MAW in support of ground operations. Proceeding his duties as a Marine, he went on to become a police officer. He also had a career in architectural design. Attending Delaware Tech from '72-'76, he achieved an associates in...

Janet ( Rosseau) Batey, 74, of Hagerstown, MD passed away peacefully on Monday, May 29, 2023, in her home in the care of her devoted husband Gary following a brief fight with cancer and nearly 50 years battling Multiple Sclerosis. Born in Visalia, CA on May 24, 1949, she was the daughter of Norman Rosseau and Pauline Winters. Janet graduated from Selah High School in Selah, WA in 1967 and earned a degree in Cosmotogy in 1969. In 1969, Janet was crowned Miss Sun Fair in the Yakima Valley (Washington) Beauty contest. She previously lived in Seattle, WA, Miami, Florda making her home Hagerstown, MD since 1983. Janet was the previous owner of Studio B Hair & Nails in Hagerstown,...

Lynn Marie (Patterson) Shearin peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Born in Tacoma, Washington on January 31, 1947 to the late Charles Patterson and Barbara (Cutler) Patterson. She graduated from Stadium High School in Tacoma, Washington, and was a lifelong lover of Seattle sports teams. Wife of William (Bill) Shearin Jr.; Mother of Patrick, Wendy and her husband Dennis, Bill and his wife Desiree, Charles, Matthew and his wife Erin; Grandmother of Elizabeth, Andrew, and Matthew Jr.; Sister of Karen, Patrick, Gene Wayne, Gary, and Jerry. A private memorial service will be held for the family. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation in...

Dorothy June Stutzman, 92, of Taneytown, MD, passed away, Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at Cross Keys Village in New Oxford, PA. Born Tuesday, November 25, 1930 in Bel Air, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late James Booher and the late Roxie (Mitchell) Booher. June grew up outside of Union Bridge, MD, graduating from Elmer Wolfe High School at the age of 16 and the following year graduating from Westminster High School. June was an LPN, starting her career at the State Mental Hospital in Harrisburg, PA. She then worked at Gold Age Nursing in Hanover, PA and retired from Westminster Nursing Home. June attended Union Bridge Church of the Brethren and hosted many Bible Study groups at her home....

Gerri Lynn Parker, 64, of Stephenson, VA, passed away, Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at the Blue Ridge Hospice, in Winchester, VA. Born Tuesday, March 31, 1959 in Hagerstown, MD, she was the daughter of Wesley Harlow and Rosemarie Harlow. Gerri was a graduate from Gaithersburg High School. She held various jobs but among her favorites was managing the children's department at Woodward & Lothrop in Wheaton Plaza. Gerri had a passion for photography, going to the beach, Las Vegas and on cruises. In addition to her parents, Gerri is survived by her husband, Jim Parker; brother, Wesley Harlow, Jr. and wife Heida of New Market, MD; mother-in-law, Jean Fisher of Martinsburg, WV; sister-in-law,...

Richard "Dick" Reynolds Gruber , 79, of Williamsport, MD, passed away, Monday, May 1, 2023, in the comfort of his home surrounded by family and close friends. Born Sunday, May 9, 1943 in Williamsport, MD, he was the son of the late Richard Henry Gruber and the late Adaline Elizabeth (Weller) Gruber. Dick graduated from Williamsport High School in 1961 and later from Frostburg State College. He began his career as a physical education teacher. In 1971 he established Gruber Building Cleaning & Restoration, Inc. retiring after 37 years. After selling his business he consulted and was involved in various commercial real estate and business partnerships. He was active with the ABC of...

Thomas Pickett, 81, passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, April 29, 2023 after a 4 year battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Bonnie; sons, Scott and wife Cindy, Tom and husband Michael, and Jason and wife Brenda; grandchildren, Jessica, Alex, Taylor, Kalob, Toria and Joshua; great grandchildren, Kindra, Karlee, Reed, Cali, Fynni, Axel, Aggie and Millie; and siblings, Ruth and Andy. He retired from General Motors in Martinsburg, WV after 42 years of service. The family will receive friends Saturday, May, 6, 2023 from 11am-1pm followed by a Celebration of Life. This will be held at the Hagerstown Church of Christ, 19644 Leitersburg Pike in Hagerstown, where he...