Carroll County Times

Jerry E. Owens, 79, of Chambersburg, and formerly of Mt. Airy, MD, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 23, 2023 with his family by his side. Born June 5, 1943 in Birchleaf, VA, he was the son of Caudle W. and Allene L. Viers Owens. Jerry was a 1962 graduate of Haysi High School in Haysi, VA. A US Army veteran, Jerry served honorably during the Vietnam Era as a Missile Defense Radar Operator at the Nike Missile Site in Gaithersburg Maryland from 1962 - 1965. He was employed as a High Voltage Electrician with the National Institute of Standards Technology, formerly the National Bureau of Standards, in Gaithersburg, MD for 40 years. He was a member of Chambersburg Bible Church and...

Joseph W. Robbins, 75, of Frederick, MD, passed away unexpectedly at his home on January 16, 2023. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri on August 26, 1947. He was the son of the late Terry E. and Mary E. Robbins. He was married to his beloved wife Janice McCleaf Robbins, who died January 1, 2020, for 45 years. Joe grew up in Westminster, MD, along with 3 brothers, and attended local schools. After high school, he went for training in upholstering and worked at Goodwill Industries for about 10 years, where he met and married Janice. He later worked in the plumbing trade and ended his work career as a civilian contractor in the recycling unit at Ft. Detrick, MD. Joe was active in the...

Barbara E. Schildt, 78, of Biglerville, went home to the Lord on January 13, 2023 at UPMC Harrisburg surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband, Gary Schildt. Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home, Inc., 111 S. Main Street Bendersville. For a full obituary, please visit www.duganfh.com. A Celebration of Life & Inurnment will be held Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at Upper Bermudian Lutheran Church, 185 Ground Oak Church Road, Gardners, PA 17324.

Lou Fritz passed away unexpectedly on January 11, 2023 in Cambridge, Maryland. He lived 86 adventure filled years. Read the full celebration of his life at www.thomasfuneralhomepa.com

Vivian Irene Coe Warner, 102, died January 9, 2023 at Somerford House in Frederick, MD. She was the wife of F. Sterling Warner who died June 17, 1992. Born January 20, 1920 near New Windsor, MD and lived in New Windsor until moving to Lewistown, MD in 1950. She moved to assisted living at Somerford House in September 2016. Preceded in death by parents, Ralph T. Coe and Carrie R. Poole Coe; stepmother, Pearl Benedict Coe; siblings, Ellsworth Coe, Ruth Curfman, Betty Bohn, and Catherine Canfield; and daughter-in-law, Colleen Warner. Survived by children, Rebecca Wenger of York, PA, Frank Warner and wife, Donna, of Thurmont, MD, Janet Cline and husband, Don, of Frederick, MD, and Karl...

Stefanie Marie Reid, 50, of Hanover, PA passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on January 1, 2023. She was the loving wife of Anthony S. Reid and devoted daughter of Bernard and Connie Zink. In addition to her husband and parents, Stefanie is survived by her children: Dakota, McKenna, and Jacob. Brother; James Myers. Father-in-law; Billy Reid. Mother-in-law, Vera Stone and husband John. Brother-in-law: Steve Reid and wife Becky. Nieces; Megan and Brianna, nephew; Austin, several cousins and many friends. Stefanie's greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She loved her job working with kids, reading, the beach, her animals, and being a hairdresser. She was known...

On December 16, 2022, Diane Esther Thurman, of Middletown, MD passed away at home. Born on December 29, 1941 in New Jersey to the late Maxfield L. and Marjorie E. (Jamouneau) Tuttle, Diane had a long career with the FBI, was an avid explorer - traveling the countryside, she loved children and animals, and was known across several states for her sweet tooth. In addition to her parents, Diane was preceded in death by her husband, Vaughn C. Thurman, in 2005. She is survived by her sons, Vaughn C. Thurman, II and his wife, Betsy of Middletown, MD, and Joshua L. Thurman, and his wife, Melissa of Kinston, NC; her grandchildren Jacob, Grace, Ben, Kristin, Robert, Olivia, Carissa, Kirsten,...

Wiley grew up in Union Bridge, Maryland with his late parents David and Bertie Black Styers in a Christian household. He was preceded in death by brothers William Erb, and Eugene Styers. John Styers, Sally Styers Ensor, and Shirley Styers Hiner are his surviving siblings. He and his late wife Joyce Wadelene Styers raised 10 children preceded in death by their daughter Sandra Lynette Styers. Surviving children are Vic Styers, (W) Keela of Henderson TX, Brenda Kala of Henderson TX, Charles Moreland of White Oak TX, Donnie Parsons of Henderson TX, Nona Styers of White Oak TX, Deanna Styers Deschenes, (H) Michael of Hoover AL, Daniel Styers, (W) Jodi of Ore City TX, Beulah Leonard of Henderson...

Lennette Asher Meeks went to be with the lord, at the age of 74, on December 15, 2022. Lennette was born on April 22, 1948 in Baltimore, MD to the late Harry F. Meeks & Esther M. (Edmondson) Meeks. She was the oldest of their two daughters. Lennette was a graduate of Sykesville High School class of 1966. Lennette is survived by her only sister, Susan A. Flowers of Longs, SC, along with her niece, Nikki L. Gates of Waynoka, OK; nephew, Ryan M. Flowers of York, PA; and niece Rhonda M. Byron of Myrtle Beach, SC, 10 great nieces and nephews, and 3 great-great nieces and nephews. She loved her nieces and nephew as her own and was a significant part of their lives. Upon her high school...

Pembroke - Donald L. Gross, age 67, of Birdie Circle, passed away on December 5th, 2022 at Concord Hospital. He was born in Frederick, MD the son of the late Carroll L. Gross Sr. and Alta M. (Summers) Gross. He was a graduate of Westminster High School class of 1973. He proudly served in the US Army. In 1998 he and his wife, Christine, moved to Maine where they raised their 5 daughters. He worked in sales selling building materials for over 30 years. He was currently the co-owner and operator of Tindon Financial Services with his wife. Donald loved music, traveling, visiting wineries, playing cards, and admiring old architecture. Donald guided his family through their spiritual walk...

On Thursday, November 17, 2022, Mary Frances (Haines) Fowler received her ticket to paradise and left this earth after an extended illness. She will be reuniting with her beloved husband, Raymond N. (Bud) Fowler; brother, Dean Haines; parents, Mary Anne and Joby Haines; sister, Anne Elizabeth (Betty) Haines; niece, Cheryl Kyker Smith, and nephew John David Haines-it will be a joyous reunion in heaven. Mom will be missed on this earth by her brother, David Haines and partner, Marcia; Sons, Raymond, Scott and Bruce; grandsons Wyatt, Jaxson and Dashiell; granddaughter Krystina, great-grandchildren Joseph and Aaliyah, beloved niece; Tami Kyker Zentz, and nephews Ron and Butch Kyker and Charles...

Charles "Buck" Vance, 97, of Mount Airy, passed from this life on Monday, October 17, 2022 at Bethania Home Care, Westminster. He was the husband of 63 years to the late Virginia (Hash) Vance. Born on December 23, 1924, in Petersburg, WV, he was the son of Wilbur and Ruby Vance. Mr. Vance was a decorated World War II Army Veteran, serving in Okinawa and Korea. Charles held a lifetime membership at the American Legion, Gold Star Post #191, Mt. Airy. He was self-employed and was the owner/operator of Vance Construction. As a founding member of Fredericktowne Baptist Church in Walkersville, Charles was passionate about imparting his faith to future generations. He enjoyed singing,...

Bill Vaughn, 84, of Martinbsurg, left this life on October 6, 2022. Born on September 27, 1938 he was the son of the late Elwood and Delphine. He left behind; 4 children, William, Sr., Courtney Vaughn, Tony Vaughn and Staci Braun; many grandchildren; nieces and nephews; his wife, Ruth B. Vaughn; and her children, Theresa Albert, Joseph Eugene Reese, Judy Lynn Reese (infant daughter), and Lisa Lorraine Breeden; also several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, Ralph Vaughn. Bill always worked in the grocery business his entire life until retirement. Bill loved sports and was always catching a game on tv. He became a Christian in...

Sandra Ann (Reid) McCleaf, 81, peacefully passed away at Genesis Gettysburg Center from Alzheimer's early in the morning of Wednesday, October 5th. Sandy was born in Taneytown, MD and was the daughter of the late Kermit Reid, Sr. and the late Catherine Reid. Her memory will be cherished by her husband, John McCleaf, her children, Cynthia Schneider, Chris McCleaf, Tracey (McCleaf) Vlassopoulos and her husband Demetrios Vlassopoulos. Her memory is also cherished by her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Kermit Reid Sr., her mother, Catherine Reid, her brother Kermit Reid, Jr., and her sisters Joyce (West) Descheemaeker and Sonya...

Deborra "Deb" Waynant Lego, passed away on Thursday, September 29th, at home, surrounded by family, in Westminster, Maryland. She was born May 5th, 1953, in Sabillasville, Maryland, and was the daughter of Naomi Grace Martin Waynant and William "Bill" Vaughn Waynant. A Viewing will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home & Community Center, 9501 Catoctin Mountain Hwy., Frederick, Maryland on Wednesday, October 5th from 6 to 8pm, followed by a Funeral Service on Thursday, October 6th at 11am. Deb attended Western Maryland College (now McDaniel College) receiving her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 1975. She was a member of the Phi Alpha Mu sorority. It was at Western Maryland that she met...

Ms. Evangeline "Ann" Teitelbaum, 85, of Frederick, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at Frederick Health. Born on March 21, 1937 in Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Annie (Bossa) Rippeon. She is survived by her sister; Beverly Merkel and husband Wayne. She leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends from 10am to 11am, on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at the Keeney and Basford Funeral Home, 106 E. Church Street, Frederick. The funeral service will immediately follow at 11am. Interment will follow at Monocacy Cemetery, Beallsville. A memorial service will be held at the Adamstown Community Church at...

Robert "Bob" Richards, 74, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. At his side was his loving wife of 53 years, Linda Richards (Young). Bob was born to John Richards and Grace Richards (Worth) on July 28, 1945. He was the third oldest of four children, and is survived by his brother, Tom Richards, and his sister, Ann Calp. His older brother, John, passed away in 2012. Bob grew up in Carroll County, and developed a love of sports, horses, and cars. After graduating from North Carroll High School in 1966, he and Linda began a relationship that would see them also settle in Carroll County where they started a family and raised their only child, Tim. Bob worked as a...

Sarah Beth Kehne, of Knoxville, TN and formerly of New Windsor, MD, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2022 with her loving family at her side. She had a life-long battle with an ultra-rare neurodegenerative disease called BPAN NBIA (Neurodegeneration with Brain Iron Accumulation). Sarah graduated the Special Needs Program at Farragut High School and loved music and her family. She will be most remembered for that radiant smile she was always able to give despite her difficult circumstances. Sarah was preceded in death by grandparents, Thomas and Barbara Wolford. She is survived and will be deeply missed by devoted parents, Terry and Laura Kehne; brother, Phillip Kehne and wife Mallory;...

Mr. Charles Roger Luttrell, Professor Emeritus at Frederick Community College, died on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at Frederick Health Hospital. Born on April 6, 1934 in Baltimore, he was the son of the late A. Roger Luttrell and Helen Anderson Luttrell. The family moved to Union Bridge when he was six years old, and he graduated from Elmer Wolfe High School in 1952. He attended Western Maryland College as a recipient of a state Senatorial Scholarship, graduating with an A.B. Degree in mathematics. After graduation, Mr. Luttrell taught mathematics at the secondary level in both Baltimore and Carroll counties for a total of five years. He then received a National Science Foundation...

Robert LeRoy Buckley, 87, Littlestown, PA passed away Friday, July 29, 2022 at Hanover Hall Home in Hanover, PA. He was born January 15, 1935 in Westminster, MD the son of the late Morris and Grace Noel Buckley. His wife Mary Madeline Buckley died in 2020. Bob owned and operated Buckley's Plumbing and Heating, beginning in 1980 until his retirement in 2002. He also enjoyed antiquing and ran a separate business for several years buying and selling antiques. He severed in the US Army Reserves for 23 years. In his later years he liked to spend his winters in Sarasota, FL. Mr. Buckley is survived by three sons; David Buckley and his wife Jennifer of Gettysburg, PA, Steven Buckley of...

Well respected C. Oscar Baker of Mt. Airy passed away peacefully July 23 at Lorien Assisted Living in the town he loved. Oscar celebrated his 100th birthday with family and friends on June 24, 2022. He was the youngest of three children born to the late Oscar Lee and Bessie Brashears Baker in Mt. Airy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Earl Baker and sister Mae Lowman. Oscar was married to the late Edith Baker in 1947. He is survived by three sons, Glenn (Kimberly), of Easton, MD, Jerry (Kathy) of Mt. Airy and Dennis (Stephanie) of Roseville, CA; grandsons, Seth Baker (Felicia), Carson Baker (Rheanne), step granddaughter Courtney Votey (Will);...