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Fairplay, MD - Robert "Bo" Litten, 83, of Fairplay, MD passed away on Friday, May 20, 2022 at Doey's House in Hagerstown, MD. He was born on March 6, 1939 in Halfway, MD to the late Paul Franklin and Georgia Frances (Litten) Litten. He was predeceased by his first wife, Glenda (Delauder) Litten in 1989 and his second wife, Susan (Bussard) Litten in 2013. He was a 1957 graduate of Williamsport High School in Williamsport, MD. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam Era. Bo was employed with the National Automatic Sprinkler Industry for many years until his retirement. He was of the Brethren Faith. He was a member and a past officer of the IORM Tribe #84 and Potomac...

Inez Doris Winebrenner, 92, of Hagerstown, MD passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022 at Fahrney-Keedy Nursing Home in Boonsboro, MD. She was born on March 17, 1930 in New Oxford, PA to the late James Vincent Cool and Dortha I. (Beaver) Kershner. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald E. "Bill" Winebrenner. She was a Homemaker. She worked in Childcare for many years. Inez was a member of Haven Lutheran Church in Hagerstown, MD. She worked with friends on the A.M.E.N. Committee at the Church. She is survived by her sons Randy Winebrenner, Rodney Winebrenner and his wife Sarah, Brian Winebrenner and wife Ute; granddaughter Lydia Waeyaert and her husband Jacob; grandsons Timothy...

Hagerstown, MD - Erval Miller Cochran, 93, of Hagerstown, MD and formerly of Boonsboro passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at her home. She was born on September 15, 1928 in Hagerstown, MD to the late Samuel Nathan and Tennia Miller Fox. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Roy Cochran in 2004. She was of the Christian Faith. Erval was a 1946 graduate of Hagerstown High School. She was also a graduate of Columbia Business College in Hagerstown, MD. She was employed by Kauffman Manufacturing & Supply Co. in Hagerstown, MD until her retirement. She was the Manager at Kingsdene Nursery in Frederick, MD after retiring from Kauffman. She was previously employed as a...

Hagerstown, MD - Esther Katherine Noland, 76, of Hagerstown, MD passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at Doey's House in Hagerstown, MD. She was born on October 17, 1945 in Hagerstown, MD to the late Lewis Downey and Lenore Litten Mellott Shank. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Lauck Noland, Jr. on December 10, 2021. They were married on August 25, 1973. Esther attended Williamsport Schools. She was employed by AC&T in Hagerstown, MD for many years until her retirement. She was previously employed with Two Guys in Hagerstown ,MD. She was of the Baptist Faith. Esther enjoyed gardening, cooking and baking and was well known for her fried chicken and cinnamon buns. She...

Kathleen Annette (Howsare) Sigler passed peacefully on Saturday, May 7th, at the home of her daughter, Sheri, who cared for her during the past 6 months. Kathleen was born on July 31,1938 to the late William Bruce Howsare and Eleanor Arretta (Hite) Howsare. Kathleen graduated from Beall High School in Frostburg, Md, in 1957. Kathleen worked as a stenographer with the FBI prior to marrying and starting a family. While her children were young, she was a homemaker. She then worked for the Washington County Board of Education as a secretary in the transportation department, and finished her career by serving as secretary to the principal at Bester Elementary School in Hagerstown,...

Kathleen Annette (Howsare) Sigler passed peacefully on Saturday, May 7th, at the home of her daughter, Sheri, who cared for her during the past 6 months. Kathleen was born on July 31,1938 to the late William Bruce Howsare and Eleanor Arretta (Hite) Howsare. Kathleen graduated from Beall High School in Frostburg, Md, in 1957. Kathleen worked as a stenographer with the FBI prior to marrying and starting a family. While her children were young, she was a homemaker. She then worked for the Washington County Board of Education as a secretary in the transportation department, and finished her career by serving as secretary to the principal at Bester Elementary School in Hagerstown,...

Maugansville, MD - Wayne Lee Burger, Sr., 78, of Maugansville, MD, passed from this life to the next after Pastor Suzanne had read scriptures, said a prayer, and sang Amazing Grace with his loving family at his side. He was born on July 31, 1943, to the late Richard Lee Burger and Gladys Louise Sellers Rohrer. Wayne was a member of Salem United Methodist Church in Keedysville, MD. Wayne worked at Jamison Door Company for 43 years until his retirement in 2004. He also worked part-time as a bartender at different local establishments. He was a past member of the Raven's Roost, member of Clopper-Michael American legion Post 10, The Arbor Day Foundation, and Jamison Door Golf Club. He was...

Falling Waters, WV - Mark Anthony Taylor, Sr., 53, of Falling Waters, WV passed away on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV. He was born on January 4, 1969 in Martinsburg, WV to the late Homer Cleveland Taylor and May Ardella Rockwell Remsburg. Mark was a truck driver by trade. He loved his kids and family and enjoyed trucking and riding his motorcycle. He is survived by the mother of his girls Christina M. Staubs; daughter Brooke M. Taylor of Hagerstown, MD; daughter Markita M. Taylor of Hagerstown, MD; son Mark A. Taylor, Jr. of Hagerstown, MD; his loving grandchildren Taylor, Markai, Trevyn, and Kennedy; brother Kenneth E. Remsburg of Falling Waters, WV;...

Waynesboro, PA - Richard Ellsworth Rush, Jr., 80, of Waynesboro, PA passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Chambersburg Hospital in Chambersburg, PA. He was born on May 7, 1941 in Winchester, VA to the late Richard Ellsworth Sr. and Frances Walter Rush. Richard was employed by Allegheny Power for 37 years until his retirement in 2000. He was a 1959 graduate of Handley High School in Winchester, VA and a 1963 graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired after 22 years as a Major. He was of the Methodist Faith. Richard was a former member of Hagerstown Stamp Club and was a member of the Quarter Century Club. He is survived by his wife...

Waynesboro, PA - Richard Ellsworth Rush, Jr., 80, of Waynesboro, PA passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Chambersburg Hospital in Chambersburg, PA. He was born on May 7, 1941 in Winchester, VA to the late Richard Ellsworth Sr. and Frances Walter Rush. Richard was employed by Allegheny Power for 37 years until his retirement in 2000. He was a 1959 graduate of Handley High School in Winchester, VA and a 1963 graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired after 22 years as a Major. He was of the Methodist Faith. Richard was a former member of Hagerstown Stamp Club and was a member of the Quarter Century Club. He is survived by his wife...

Hagerstown, MD - Ramon T. Joy, Sr., 86, of Hagerstown, MD passed away on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at Doey's House in Hagerstown, MD. He was born on August 1, 1935 in Cumberland, MD to the late Oscar Oswald and Jessie Hope (Norris) Joy. Ramon received his GED in the Army in 1959. He was employed as a Truck Driver until his retirement. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a member of Maranatha Brethren Church in Hagerstown, MD. He recently attended Valley Assembly of God in Hagerstown, MD. Ramon was a handyman and could fix anything. He enjoyed taking trips to Lancaster, PA every year with his wife Clara. He was a homebody but enjoyed spending time with his family. Ramon also...

Williamsport, MD - Paul Thomas Sumpter, 64, of Williamsport, MD passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Doey's House in Hagerstown, MD. He was born on August 5, 1957 in Fredericksburg, VA to the late Paul Cooper and Mary Elizabeth (Estep) Sumpter. He was a Superintendent for Paul Davis Restoration until his retirement in 2021. Paul was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was recently baptized at Peoples Gospel Tabernacle in Hagerstown, MD. Paul enjoyed fishing with his family and friends. He was very loved and appreciated by his family, friends, and co-workers. He was a mentor to so many people. Paul loved music, playing his guitar, and spending time with his dogs. He is survived by...

Williamsport, MD - Paul Thomas Sumpter, 64, of Williamsport, MD passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Doey's House in Hagerstown, MD. He was born on August 5, 1957 in Fredericksburg, VA to the late Paul Cooper and Mary Elizabeth (Estep) Sumpter. He was a Superintendent for Paul Davis Restoration until his retirement in 2021. Paul was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was recently baptized at Peoples Gospel Tabernacle in Hagerstown, MD. Paul enjoyed fishing with his family and friends. He was very loved and appreciated by his family, friends, and co-workers. He was a mentor to so many people. Paul loved music, playing his guitar, and spending time with his dogs. He is survived by...

Ryett Kane-Hekili VanCleave-Okamoto, born October 9, 2012, age 9, gained his angel wings on Friday, April 22, 2022, peacefully at home surrounded by family and loved ones, after a yearlong battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Ryett touched many lives, he was a light and inspiration to our Nation over this past year. His infectious smile, his amazing giggle and a charm that touched many hearts will be forever missed. Ryett attended Nautilus Elementary School and will always be a Dolphin. He played soccer with his brother Liam before being diagnosed. Ryett loved being by & in any body of water, going to the beach, swimming, boating & jet skiing at the Lake. He even enjoyed going off...

Falling Waters, WV - John Mark Shambarger, 81, of Falling Waters, WV and formerly of Hagerstown, MD passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022 at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD. He was born on January 15, 1941 in Jay County, Indiana to the late John Connell and Harriett Eleanor Meehan Shambarger. John was a 1959 graduate of Redkey High School in Redkey, Indiana. He received his AA Degree from Montgomery College in Maryland. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam Era. He was a Chaplain in the Army. John owned and partnered Allentown Press in Camp Springs, MD for many years. John and his wife Marcia were involved with "The Navigators" A Christian Disciple...

Williamsport, MD - Dorothy "Dottie" Mullican, 95, of Williamsport, MD passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022 at Doey's House in Hagerstown, MD. She was born on November 19, 1926 in Frederick, MD to the late George G. and Margaret Irene (Harrison) Englebrecht. She was preceded in death by her husband, George C. Mullican, Jr. in 1981. Dottie was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church. She was a 1943 graduate of Frederick High School in Frederick, MD and also attended Hood College and Mary Washington College. Dottie was a charter member of the Friendship Homemakers Club, serving as President. She was also a member of Alpha Eta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, serving as President and on many...

Kimberly Michelle Stracka (33) of Martinsburg, WV passed away at home on April 21, 2022. She was born August 8, 1988. She was proud of her birthdate - her lucky number was 8 (oddly enough) and she saw 8s in everything. Kimberly was a happy child and a friendly and cheerful adult. She made friends everywhere she went. She would brighten up any room she walked in with her laughter and brilliance. Growing up in Northern Virginia she was always outgoing and one of her achievements was being selected as a flyer for the McLean High School cheerleader squad. One of her great childhood loves was acting so Mom and Dad sent her to Barbizon Modeling and Acting School where she won Model of the...

Williamsport, MD - Shirley Sue Lambert Witte, 82, of Williamsport, MD passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at Williamsport Retirement Center. She was born on November 21, 1939 in Westminster, MD to the late Jesse Roger and Emma Margaret Heltibridle Lambert. She was employed by Sheetz in Boonsboro, MD until her retirement. Shirley was of the Protestant Faith. She is survived by her son Vincent Witte of Williamsport, MD; daughter Vickie Shafer of Hagerstown, MD; granddaughter Katie Shafer of Lima, OH. She was predeceased by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Graveside services will be held at Westminster Cemetery in Westminster, MD on Monday, April 25, 2022 at 1:00 pm with Rev. Dave Highfield...

Helen Virginia "Jenny" Ayers, 88, of Williamsport, MD passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at Coffman Nursing Home in Hagerstown, MD. She was born on November 24, 1933 in Hagerstown, MD to the late George W. Sr. and Betty F. Davis Jones. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernon W. Ayers in 2005. Jenny was employed by the Washington County Courthouse as a Cook until her retirement in 1996. She tended Bar at various establishments in the Hagerstown Area for many years. She was of the Catholic Faith. Jenny is survived by her son Robert L. Ayers and his wife Kay of Hagerstown, MD; daughter Peggy L. Miller and her husband Joe of Hagerstown, MD; daughter Tina M. Koons of Falling...

Williamsport- Jean Mills of Williamsport, MD was born August 24, 1940 passed away at her home in peace with her family on April 18, 2022. Jean was a homemaker and wife to her loving husband and 3 children. She graduated from Clear Spring High School in 1958. She was a lifelong member of Emanuel Baptist Temple, always willing to serve the Lord. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Gilbert and June Hose and brothers Robert F. (Bob) Hose and Gilbert T. (Tom) Hose. She is survived by her husband of 63 years Henry L. Mills, sister Patricia A. Ingram, daughter and husband Sandra and Sean Rowe, Son and wife Henry and Gina Mills and son and wife Lynn and Stacey Mills. 7 grandchildren and 4...

Falling Waters, WV - Robert Bermont "Bob" Lefevre, 85, of Falling Waters, WV, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 16, 2022. Robert was born in Halfway, Maryland on October 16, 1936 to the late Robert Douglas and Rachel Caroline Chilcote Lefevre. He was employed by Holsum Baking Company in Williamsport, MD and formerly with Manbeck's Bread Company in Hagerstown as a driver for 40 years until his retirement. Robert was a veteran of the United States Army serving in the 82nd Airborne and the 44th Tank Battalion. While in the 82nd Airborne, Robert made several jumps in different planes. His favorite plane was the C-119 made here in Hagerstown. He was of the Methodist...