Debra Lee Shafer, 63 of Hagerstown MD, was received into the Lord's arms on April 3, 2021. Her husband of 37 years Gary Lee Shafer preceded her in death on October 15, 2013. Born December 8 1957 in Thurmont to the late Richard E Sr and Georgetta M nee Donnelly Few. Debra worked all her life until she was no longer able to. She worked for Denny's in Frederick MD for most of her life. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Surviving are her daughters Teresa Warrenfeltz and husband Aaron; Rhonda Asbury and husband Joe; Billie Jo Thompson and husband Frankie; five grandchildren, Austin Kackley, Gary Kackley and finance Jazzman Gary, Franklin Thompson III, Isabella...

Glenn Patrick Rippeon, 74 of Thurmont passed away on March 3, 2021 at Frederick Health Hospital after an extended illness. Born February 14, 1947 in Frederick, Maryland he was the son of the late Ira & June nee Blackman Rippeon. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brother David Rippeon. In his early years Glenn attended Walkersville High School graduating in 1965. He continued his education at Frostburg University graduating in 1969. After college he pursued a career with Frederick County Public Schools teaching at Waverly Elementary School upon its initial opening and later transferring to Thurmont Middle School. Glenn retired from teaching after 30 years of...

Laura Marie nee Kehne Hagan, 64 of Hanover, Pennsylvania passed away on February 12, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. Born December 30, 1956 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania she was the daughter of Amy May Biddinger and the late Lawrence Willard Kehne. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her sisters Virginia Mccann and Patricia McDannell. Laura loved the beach, camping and enjoyed listening to a variety of music from many genres. Christmas was her favorite holiday, she would even watch Christmas movies in July. Most importantly she enjoyed spending time with her family. Laura leaves behind her sons Mike, Barry, Eric, Joseph; her mother Amy Drumm; siblings Linda...

William Thomas Cavey Jr, 71, of Thurmont passed away February 3, 2021 at Frederick Health Hospital. Born August 13, 1949 he was the son of the late William T. Cavey Sr and Mary nee Cox Cavey. William was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and was honorably discharged in 1971. He was a member of the American Legion Post #168 in Thurmont, and enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Linda Lewis Cavey; In-laws Leonard and Anna Lewis, and brother-in-law Mark Lewis; He is survived by his sons William T. Cavey III (Amber), and Jason L. Cavey (Jenna); Grandchildren Jonah T. Cavey, and Hannah N. Cavey; brother Steve...

Edward C. Spyra, age 73, of Charles Town, WV, formerly of Glassport, passed peacefully at home on January 15, 2021. Born in McKeesport May 4, 1947, he was the son of the late Chester and Catherine (Hickey) Spyra. A 1965 graduate of Glassport High School, "Spatz" served with the United States Air force, 4258th Strategic Wing Operation during the Vietnam War. He retired from Bechtel Corporation in 2018 with over 30 years of service. As a project procurement specialist, he worked on major construction projects around the world which afforded him the opportunity to pursue his love of travel. He had a deep passion for family, genealogy and photography. Ed was the husband of Rebecca...

Marion Franklin Young, 89 of Thurmont passed away on December 12, 2020 at Frederick Health Hospital. Born May 27, 1931 he was the son of the late Charles & Alma nee Bussard Young. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife(s) Janice, Shirley, Paula, and numerous siblings. Marion was an accomplished professional painter being especially proud of his work in painting the numerous church steeples throughout Frederick during their rehabilitation. He enjoyed many outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, frogging, and bird watching. Most of all he loved spending time with his family and pets. Surviving are his sons Rodney, Charles, Frank, Johnny; daughter...

Carrie Marie (Hahn) Boyd, went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 11, 2020, at Frederick Health Hospital. Born June 17, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Clarence E. and Carrie E Hahn. She was the wife of the late William D. Boyd, Sr., with whom she shared 63 years of marriage. Carrie graduated from Emmitsburg High School in 1952. In 1955, she graduated from Lutheran Hospital of Baltimore Nursing School. She worked part-time at Fitkin Memorial Hospital in Neptune City, New Jersey, for a period of time. From there, she worked for the Montgomery County Public Schools (Rockville, Maryland) serving as the Nurse at Summit Lake Camp for 45 years before retiring. While working full...

Tina Louise Rippeon, (49) of Thurmont Maryland passed away unexpectantly on December 1, 2020, at Frederick Health Hospital. Born on September 21, 1971, in Frederick Maryland, she was the daughter of Alan V. Misner and the late Janet L. Winpigler (Misner). Tina volunteered frequently as she was an active member of the Thurmont Elementary PTA, she was the biggest Lilo & Stitch fan along with everything else Disney. She was an avid reader and loved dogs, especially Dachshunds. Tina will always be remembered as a loving wife, mom, and sister. She is survived by her husband Michael and son Alanmichael Rippeon, sister Penny Bussard and brother Ronald (Nada), Stull. The family will receive...

Roger Eugene Bohn, Jr., 62, of Hanover, Pennsylvania passed away at UPMC Hospital in Hanover, PA after a short battle with cancer on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. He was born February 20, 1958, in Gettysburg to the late Roger Eugene Bohn, Sr. and Diane (Harris) Bohn. He was predeceased by his parents and younger brother Wm. Patrick and grandparents. Roger graduated from Francis Scott Key High School, Union Bridge, Maryland, class of 1976 where he achieved many awards in wrestling. He was employed at Hanover Concrete Company. He loved to participate in dart leagues, fishing, golfing and was an avid fan of the Baltimore Ravens & Orioles and Nascar. He was a member of County Line Anglers...

Joseph Maynard Kuhn, 77 of Thurmont and formerly of Sabillasville passed away on Friday, November 27, 2020, at Copper Ridge Assisted Living of Sykesville, Maryland. Born December 18, 1942, in Sabillasville he was the son of the late Ray Leon Sr. & Agnes Margaret nee Fox Kuhn. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Charles Edgar "Jimmy" Kuhn, special aunt Helen Kuhn Keefer, and son-in-law Larry C. Flohr Jr. Joe was a veteran of the Maryland National Guard turning 18 at Ft. Knox in Kentucky. He started his career in law enforcement in the 1960s with the Thurmont Police, transferring to the Maryland State Police, and with the Frederick County Sheriff's...

John David Andrew Sr. (79), of Emmitsburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 14, 2020, in Emmitsburg at the home of his granddaughter, surrounded by his family. Born March 3, 1941, he was the son of the late Daniel E Andrew and Ruth (Nusbaum), Andrew. John worked most of his life in the masonry field, spent a lot of his time helping family and friends remodel or construct homes, sheds, or pretty much whatever they needed, he was always there to help. He passed on a lot of his skills to his special nephew Donnie Kaas Jr., who spent a lot of time working on side projects. He loved spending time in the mountains, walking the woods, hunting mushrooms, and just being outside. He loved...

Edward Lulie the Third, 69 of Jefferson, MD passed away November 12, 2020 at his residence in Frederick Maryland. Born April 30th, 1951 in Silver Spring Maryland he was the son of the late Edward "Ed" Lulie Sr. and Lillian Mary (Rohleder) Lulie. Edward was a graduate of the University of Maryland, a graduate of the Baltimore Maryland Law School and received his Juris Doctorate Degree in 1977. Upon graduation he practiced Criminal Law in Maryland. Edward was also a frequent contributor on the radio covering local high school sports, and as a guest political commentator. Edward loved studying history, discussing political sciences, and most of all being around his wife, sons, and...

Donald Eugene Hahn , 90, of Emmitsburg . died Nov 8, 2020 Family will receive friends at Keysville Lutheran Church 7301 Keysville Rd, Keymar, MD 21757 on MONDAY November 16, 2020 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM; funeral services will be held TUESDAY November 17, 2020 at 11AM with Pastors Carl Fulmor & Deacon Charles Barnhart officiating. Interment will follow in Keysville Lutheran Cemetery. Donald's care has been entrusted to Black's Funeral Home of Thurmont.

Regina "Gina" Jo (Heier) Harrison 47, passed away far too early at her home in Rocky Ridge, Maryland on October 7, 2020. Born on January 21, 1973, in Frederick, Maryland, she was the daughter of Ms. Anna Heier. Gina was preceded in death by her beloved "Nan" Gladys Virginia Wiles; grandfather Oliver Wiles; and Uncle Marty Heier. She was a part of the Catoctin High School Class of 1991 and she attended Marquette College. She had an unbridled passion for her life's work in dentistry and loved helping the people who needed her most, but her work here is done. She is resting now, with no more worries and no more pain. Gina leaves behind her mother Anna Heier; her husband of 13 years, Alan...

Paul Eugene Toms "Skip" (75), of Thurmont, sadly passed away after a 3-year battle with multiple myeloma on September 8, 2020. He was the son of the late Paul and Margaret (Jean), Toms. Skip was preceded in death by his son Ryan L. Toms. After graduating from Thurmont high school Skip enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He proudly served in the Vietnam War where he was injured and received a purple heart. After leaving the Marines he went on to work several jobs, before settling at Ft. Detrick and retiring after 30 years. Skip spent his retirement collecting antiques and working in his barn and yard. He loved attending his grandson's games and fixing his granddaughter's many...

Shirley Maxine Lantz, 87 of Thurmont passed away peacefully at her residence in Thurmont MD on September 1, 2020. Born on February 23, 1933 she was the daughter of the late Roger and Catherine Foland. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ivan Lantz, sons David Lantz Sr. & Ivan W Lantz Sr; five brothers; two sisters; three great-grandchildren. Shirley was a beautiful person who loved life and lived for her family. She enjoyed family vacations and holidays, especially Christmas. Shirley devoted her life to caring for everyone. She was a long-time member of Lewistown United Methodist Church and will be fondly remembered by many special friends and family...

Alice Kells, 94, of Thurmont and Emmitsburg, MD, returned home to be with the Lord on August 26, 2020. She was born in Flushing, New York, and was the daughter of the late Albert Ellsworth Lewry and Wynona Marinda (nee) Hopkins. Alice received a diploma from Bayside High School and went on to college at Bucknell University where she played women's softball and received a BS in Education. She attended Columbia Teacher's College in New York City, receiving a Master's in Education, and taught junior high science classes in Northport, NY. Alice married the late Robert Kells on December 19, 1953, at The Church on the Hill in Flushing, NY. The couple moved to Huntington, NY, where Robert...

Sarah Virginia Halterman Righttenour, 77 of Rocky Ridge and formerly of Hedgesville, West Virginia passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020, at her home. Born July 9, 1943, in Etchison, Maryland she was the daughter of the late William R. Halterman and Gertie C. Sirk. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Righttenour, and siblings Margaret Jean Keplinger, George Halterman, Joe Sirk, and Samuel Halterman. She is survived by her daughters Kay Rutledge and Kimberly Morris (Tracy); grandchildren Jessica Horn (Chris), Clifford Morris (Evelyn), Virginia Morris; great-grandchildren Paisley and Camden Horn; siblings Ida Smith, Mary Clay, Mandy Sales, James...

Martha Ragan Mackley, 90 of Thurmont passed away on Thursday August 13, 2020 at St. Josephs Place. Born April 23, 1930 she was the daughter of the late Lloyd Calvin & Ruth H. Mackley. In addition to her parents Martha is predeceased by a brother James H. Mackley, sisters Naomi E Green, Helen Mackley, brother-in-law Mervin L. Green, and sister-in-law Julie Mackley. Martha graduated from Thurmont High School in 1947; and attended beautician school. Throughout the years she managed the Thurmont Roller Skating rink and worked for and retired from Frederick County Public Schools where she worked as a cashier/bookkeeper in Thurmont High and Catoctin High Schools. Upon her retirement she...