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James Edward Jenkins, 73, of Martinsburg, WV passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Hospice of the Panhandle, Kearneysville, WV. Born October 19, 1948, in Culpeper, VA he was the son of the late George William Jenkins and Mabel Reva Jenkins. James was a Plumber for Jenkins Plumbing. In his spare time, James enjoyed spending time with his sons and grandchildren, visiting Wal-Mart, Lowe's, and Goodwill, and watching Fox News. He was of the Christian Faith. In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by his wife of 30 years, Nancy Jenkins; one son, Keith Nelson Jenkins; grandchildren Ashley Jenkins and Brandon Jenkins; three brothers, Tommy Jenkins, Bobby Jenkins, and Butch...

James Edward Jenkins, 73, of Martinsburg, WV passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Hospice of the Panhandle, Kearneysville, WV. Born October 19, 1948, in Culpeper, VA he was the son of the late George William Jenkins and Mabel Reva Jenkins. James was a Plumber for Jenkins Plumbing. In his spare time, James enjoyed spending time with his sons and grandchildren, visiting Wal-Mart, Lowe's, and Goodwill, and watching Fox News. He was of the Christian Faith. In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by his wife of 30 years, Nancy Jenkins; one son, Keith Nelson Jenkins; grandchildren Ashley Jenkins and Brandon Jenkins; three brothers, Tommy Jenkins, Bobby Jenkins, and Butch...

Earl Alexander Hamilton, 88, of Boonsboro, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at Doey's House, Hagerstown. Born May 6, 1933 in Flintstone, MD, he was the son of the late Ernest and Annie M. (Groves) Hamilton. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary Irene (Stafford) Hamilton, and his son Gary Wayne Hamilton. Earl was employed as an electrician by the Department of Army until his retirement in 1995. He was a veteran of the United States Army, stationed at Fort Benning, GA. He was a member of American Legion, Post 10, Boonsboro, and NARFE Chapter 306. Earl attended the Boonsboro First Christian Church, and enjoyed traveling, boating and fishing...

Barbara Jean O'Connor, 76, of State Line, Pa., passed away, Thursday, March 24, 2022, at her home. Born May 4, 1945 in Hagerstown, Md. she was the daughter of the late, Eugene Lee Wolford and Doris Elaine McConnell. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her grandmother who raised her, Virginia Valentine and a half brother, David Wolford. Mrs. O'Connor was a 1963 graduate of North Hagerstown High School. She had worked as a EMT with Community Rescue Service for many years; an assistant with Dr. Gerald Falke; a unit clerk with Washington County Hospital and as an administrative assistant with Urgent Care. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hagerstown;...

Joyce Ann (Zimmerman) Higgins, 89, of Hagerstown, MD. passed away Sunday, March 13, 2022 at her home. Born April 30, 1932, in Waynesboro, PA., she was the daughter of the late Harry Nelson and Jeannette Elizabeth (Miller) Zimmerman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of over 55 years, John D. Higgins, whom she married on July 31, 1954; four siblings, Walter "Pete" Zimmerman, Helen (Zimmerman) Rager, Maxine (Zimmerman) Marskie and Adene (Zimmerman) Freeman. Mrs. Higgins was a 1954 graduate of Waynesboro High School. In addition to being a full-time homemaker for over 56 years, she had worked as a telephone operator in Waynesboro and as an office...

Michael E. Conway, Sr., 73, of Hagerstown, went to be with our Lord on Friday, February 28, 2022. Mr. Conway was born on January 10, 1949 in Trappe, MD, moving to Hagerstown as a young man. For many years, Mr. Conway was a chef at the former Venice Inn in Hagerstown, among other area restaurants, perfecting his love of cooking. He was an avid Washington Redskins fan as well as a fan of the Baltimore Orioles. Mr. Conway leaves behind seven children; son Dante Hines, 56 of Easton, MD; daughter Michelle Conway, 49 of Hagerstown; daughter Keri Worrell of Raleigh, WV; son Michael Conway, II, 43 of Charles Town, WV; and daughter Brittany Conway, 32 of Hagerstown; as well as a host of...

Robert Elwood Kline passed away unto the loving arms of our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Doey's House. He was born on February 19, 1934 in Myersville, Maryland. He was the son of the late Guy C. & Nellie G. (Hays) Kline. Robert was a graduate of Massanutten Military Academy in 1952. He then attended the University of Maryland and proceeded to enlist in the U.S. Airforce. He served from 1954-1961 with (2) deployments to Okinawa, Japan. Upon his Honorable Discharge from the Military, He was employed as a insurance adjuster with GAB Ins. Co. and thru the years also served with Allstate, State Farm, Global Adjusters and at various Insurance Companies and worked for a total...

Dwight Eugene Price, 60, passed away peacefully Sunday, January 9, 2022 at New Life Assisted Living in Sykesville, MD. Dwight was born March 11, 1961 in Steubenville, OH to Harry Eugene Price and Verla Blanche (Stewart) Price Grant. Dwight was a long time resident of Hagerstown. He was married to his beloved wife for 15 years, Lovise Annette (Leonard) Price, who passed away June 30, 2015. Dwight graduated from West Virginia University with a Bachelor's Degree in Physics and a Master's Degree in Engineering. He was employed for 29 years at the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command at Fort Ritchie and Fort Detrick, MD as an Electronics Engineer. Mr. Price will be interred at...

Ray Charles Oldham , 88 Sep 11, 1933 - Nov 19, 2021 Ray Charles Oldham, 88, of Smithsburg, Md., passed away, Friday, November 19, 2021 at his home. Born September 11, 1933 in Pleasantville, Pa. he was the son of the late, Walter Eugene and Marie Ethel (Werts) Oldham. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter and Ralph Oldham and one sister, Mary Jane Shafer. Mr. Oldham was a US Army veteran and retired as a fiberglass technician for Xerxes Corporation in Williamsport, Md. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Thelma Jean (Boyer) Oldham; seven children, Randy Oldham, Rick Oldham, Cynthia Bible (Rodney), Timothy Oldham, Tammy Beatty (Neil...

Richard W. Myers , 93 Jul 29, 1928 - Nov 18, 2021 Richard (Dick) W. Myers, 93, passed away on Thursday, November 18th at Cadia Healthcare. He was born to Alton S. Myers & Maizie P. (Weaver) Myers (on July 29, 1928) in Cearfoss, MD and was the 2nd of three children (sister Helen Lorraine Myers (Elgin) and Donald S. Myers); parents and siblings are deceased. Dick was married to high school sweetheart Mary (Betty) E. (Kroeger) Myers on December 19, 1947. He is survived by two sons, Douglas R. Myers and wife, Jeanne (of Durham, NC) and Phillip W. Myers and wife, Marcia (of Cary, NC), five grandchildren: Chadwick D. Myers and wife, Elizabeth, Kelly M. Caudill and husband, John; Scott P....

jack Lorne Willock , 96 May 12, 1925 - Nov 17, 2021 Jack Lorne Willock, 96, of Hagerstown, Md. passed away, Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Doey's House, Hagerstown. Born May 12, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois he was the son of the late, John Armour and Pearl (Maynard) Willock. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by his wife, Jane (Birch) Willock and a step granddaughter, Tiffany Greiner. Mr. Willock retired as a Sergeant Major from the US Army Signal Corps having served in the European Theater in WW II and many International assignments in Europe, Africa, Asia and various countries around the world in his 20 year career. He was a life member of the Morris Frock American...

Brigitta Elisabeth Puthawala , 91 Oct 22, 1930 - Nov 10, 2021 Brigitta Elisabeth (nee Peuser) Puthawala, age 91, of Hagerstown, MD passed away quietly on November 10, 2021, at home surrounded by her family after a long illness. Born on October 22, 1930 in Berlin, Germany, she was the daughter of Arthur Andres Peuser and Herther Eva (nee Kargauer) Peuser. Brigitta was raised in Berlin during WWII and saw much of history unfold firsthand. This experience impacted her greatly throughout her life. Following high school (abitur) she worked in accounting at C&A Brenning Meyer Department Store. She met her future husband, Gulam Rasul Puthawala, in 1955. They were married in India on...

Gloria May (Shirley) Olden , 87 May 21, 1934 - Nov 9, 2021 Gloria May (Shirley) Olden, 87, of Greencastle, PA, formally of Ocala FL and Halfway MD, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Chambersburg Hospital. Born May 21, 1934, in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Mae Shirley. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Clarence "Toby" Olden, Jr and son in law; Steven Keener. She graduated from Hagerstown High School in 1952. She was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Hagerstown, MD. She worked for Myerly Photography from 1961 until 1982 with lifelong friends Richard and Mary Myerly. She enjoyed singing, music and...

Mae Elizabeth Bowers , 94 Oct 30, 1927 - Nov 3, 2021 Mae Elizabeth Bowers, 94, of Hagerstown, passed away on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 holding her husband's hand. Born October 30, 1927 in Tilghmanton, Md. she was the daughter of the late, David H. and Mamie L. Moats. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her first husband, Paul Semler; one daughter, Jo Ellen Semler and five siblings, Gardner S. Moats, Guy R. Moats, Milton D. Moats, Viola M. Wyand and Ann C. Talbert. Mrs. Bowers was a member of Paramount Baptist Church, Hagerstown. She had worked in food service for the Washington County Board of Education. Mrs. Bowers is survived by her loving husband of 53 years,...

Norman Maurice Simington , 62 May 11, 1959 - Nov 1, 2021 Norman Maurice Simington, 62, the son of the late Ronald Sr. and Margarett Simington, and grandson of the late, John Henry and Willie Belle Patterson Morris, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021 at Meritus Hospital. Norman was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana. He moved to Hagerstown, MD in 1994. He is survived by his wife, Susan Simington, his son, Joshman Simington, and his daughter, Lakesha Franklin of Indianapolis, IN; 3 grandsons, Jaieon, Julias, Jo'Sai, and 1 granddaughter, Kiazah. He is also survived by 5 sisters, Christina Simington, Patricia Simington, Tracy Simington, Margaret Rhodes and Shelia Bethea; 1 brother...

John Meredith Dickinson, Jr. , 61 Apr 3, 1960 - Oct 30, 2021 John Meredith Dickinson, Jr., 61, of Greencastle, PA passed away Saturday, October 30, 2021 at Meritus Medical Center. Born on April 3, 1960 in Cumberland, MD, he was the son of John Meredith Dickinson, Sr., and the late Willow Grace (Kline) Dickinson. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by Sister; Kimberly Jarvis and Brother; Jeffrey Dickinson. John graduated from North Hagerstown High School, class of 1978. He attended HCC and was just a few credits short of getting his B.S. in Engineering, but was too busy and dedicated to taking care of his family and supporting his wife in obtaining her nursing degree. John...

Edward Ellsworth Lushbaugh, Jr. , 83 Nov 13, 1937 - Oct 28, 2021 Edward Ellsworth Lushbaugh, Jr., 83, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on October 28, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at Doey's House in Hagerstown following a brief illness. He was born on November 13, 1937, in Hagerstown MD to the late Edward Lushbaugh, Sr. and Evelyn Elgin Lushbaugh. Ed was a hard working man his entire life.He never believed in slowing down and was known for his incredible work ethic.He started doing odd jobs when he was fourteen years old.He worked at MP Moller Pipe Organ Factory and Bearings and Transmissions in Hagerstown before becoming part owner of Trivo Company and Hydra Pak, Inc.After that he...

Nancy Yvonne Gerberich , 73 Jul 31, 1948 - Oct 28, 2021 Nancy Yvonne Gerberich, 73, of Maugansville, passed away Thursday, October 28th, at her home. Born July 31, 1948 she was the daughter of the late Isaac and Margaret (Mertz) Litton. She was a 1966 graduate of North Hagerstown High School and a member John Wesley United Methodist Church. Nancy worked for 28 years at her Familys' business, Litton's Amoco as the Manager/Bookkeeper. The next 10 years Nancy worked at JCPenny until she retired. She is survived by her loving husband Terry L Gerberich, a daughter Victoria Hockaday of Hagerstown and a brother Terry Litton and wife Marilee of Ohio, grandchildren Darius Hockaday of...

George Schieferstein , 79 Jul 22, 1942 - Oct 28, 2021 Dr. George Jacob Schieferstein, 79, of Hagerstown, passed away Thursday, October 28th, at Meritus Medical Center. Born, July 22, 1942 in Buffalo, New York he was the son of the late Jacob and Grace (Gates) Schieferstein. In 1964, Dr. Schieferstein earned his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Pure Science at Le Moyne College in Syracuse, New York in 1964. In 1970, he earned his PHD at State University of New York. He was a member of the Society of Toxicology for 40 years. Dr. Schieferstein worked at the FDA, USDA, and DOD and retired after many years of service. George is survived by his loving wife Donna I Schieferstein, daughters...

Nataline "Natalie" Dattilio , 80 Aug 7, 1941 - Oct 28, 2021 Nataline "Natalie" Dattilio passed away from this life Thursday, October 28, 2021, at Doey's House, surrounded by her loving sons. Born on August 7, 1941, in Hagerstown, she was the daughter of the late Splendora Flavia and the Granddaughter of Giuesppie and Marianna Pennesi from Naples, Italy. Natalie attended St. Mary, St. Maria Goretti Schools and Columbia Business College. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and served as a eucharist minister for the Elder, she was also a member of the Social Justice, the Bible study group, The Craft and Flower group. Natalie and her husband, Tony, owned and operated Flowers by...

Wilbur Thomas Jesson, Jr. , 65 Mar 27, 1956 - Oct 28, 2021 Wilbur Thomas Jesson, Jr., 65, of Hagerstown, passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021 surrounded by loving family at his home. Born on March 27, 1956 in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late June Lorraine (Gordon) and Wilbur Thomas Jesson, Sr. Wilbur graduated from South Hagerstown High School, class of 1974. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp and U.S. Army. After his Military service he was employed by the Department of the Army until his retirement, as a Workleader of Heavy Modile Equipment Repairers. Wilbur was a member of The Good Shepherd Ministries in Hagerstown, Funkstown American Legion, Post 211, and B.P.O.Elks Lodge 378. He...