The Frederick News-Post

On April 21, 2024, Donald W. "Bill" Shriner, lost his battle with cancer after five years. He was born on November 6, 1947 and was the son of the late Maurice and Mae (Riefsnider) Shriner. Known to everyone by Bill. Bill lived life to the fullest and enjoyed every moment. He enjoyed playing sports his entire life. Bill was a member of Sons of the American Legion, Squadron #11 in Frederick and Amvets #7 in Thurmont. He was an avid Orioles fan, Steelers fan and NASCAR fan. He loved feeding and watching deer in the garden. Bill worked many jobs during his life, then finally retired in 2010 from Ft. Detrick. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Cynthia Folckemer Lovisa-Shriner, two...

Mrs. Ann Marie Boyer, 95, of Frederick, passed away Saturday, April 20, at her suite in Blossom Place at Edenton, Frederick. She was the wife of the late Lester William Boyer, who passed in 2001 after 45 years of marriage. Born March 27, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Dr. William Stephen and Alice Genevieve (Dukehart) Sterbinsky. She grew up in Frederick County living in Emmitsburg for many years. She started school at St. Euphemia's Catholic School and graduated from St. Jospeh's High School, in Emmitsburg. One of her many memories was as a teenager, driving her father to the Rainbow Roller Rink in Taneytown. He would play the organ for the skaters, and she would skate,...

Nancy Jean Newkirk, 80, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away, Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Sterling Care, in Boonsboro. Born August 16, 1943, in Hagerstown, she was the daughter of the late William G. Shrader, Jr. and Gertrude H. (Myers) Shrader. Nancy was the granddaughter of the late Grant V. and Bessie U. (Faulder) Myers and William G. Shrader, Sr. and Nettie (Shank) Shrader. She was a graduate of South Hagerstown High School, Class of 1961. Nancy received her AA from Hagerstown Junior College in 1963, a Bachelor's Degree from Shepherd College in 1965, and her Master's Degree from Shippensburg University in 1967. She taught business subjects at Boonsboro High from 1965-1968 and taught at...

Dorothy Etta Bowie passed from this life into eternal glory on April 19, 2024. Born July 20, 1930, to Bertha E. Hackett King and Richard E. King of Dickerson, MD, she was the youngest of 9 siblings. She met her true love, Charles Douglas Bowie III, while they were working together. They were married on April 2, 1950, and together they raised 8 children. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, puzzles, cooking shows, traveling with her sisters, Judge Judy and "Murder She Wrote." She was a long-time member of Thomas Tabernacle Holiness Church of God and held different positions throughout the years, including treasurer, Pastor Aides President, missionary, and usher. She was a stay-at-home Mom...

Robert Ross Hankey passed away on Friday, April 19th, 2024, at his home in Thurmont, MD. He was born in Frederick, MD on August 3rd,1961. He was the youngest child of the late Richard Hull Hankey and Joan Virginia Hankey. Rob was the third-generation owner of Hankey's Radio Inc. Located in Frederick MD, proudly serving the Frederick community and surrounding areas since 1922. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Creagerstown, MD. Rob is survived by wife Rebecca Hankey, sister Laurel Mitchell and husband Ed Mitchell, children Joshua Hankey and wife Feleisa Hankey, Justin Hankey and wife Brittany Hankey, Caitlin Hankey, Bailey Kesteven and husband Thomas Kesteven....

Linda Faye Crummitt, , of Middletown, Maryland, passed from this life on Friday, April 19, 2024. She was the beloved wife of Kenneth Crummitt. The family will receive friends from 11am-12 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Bast-Stauffer Funeral Home, 7606 Old National Pike in Boonsboro, Maryland, where a celebration of Linda's life journey will take place at 12pm. Interment will be private. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to the family at BastStaufferFuneralHome.com.

Daniel Alfred Hayes, 84, passed away from this earth into the arms of our loving Lord on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Born and raised in Mahanoy City, PA, son of the late Alfred E. Hayes and Mary (nee Zavitsky). Dan graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Art Degree in Criminal Justice, followed by service in the United States Army. He was a retired Montgomery County Police Officer giving over 25 years of dedicated service. Dan enjoyed being a member of the Elks Lodge Post 684, American Legion Post 11 and Amvets Post 9. He was also an avid saltwater fisherman who always wanted to snatch the next big fish! We will greatly miss his cheesecakes and other culinary delights. ...

David Elmer Porter died on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Gilchrist Center in Columbia, MD. David was born to William E. and Hilda Linton Porter on June 17, 1949, in Frederick, Maryland. A loving father and husband, he is survived by his wife Sharon, 2 children Todd and Kristy, a daughter-in-law Kyla and son-in-law Shaun, and 4 grandchildren Ashlyn, Grady, Liam and Conor. He is also survived by 2 sisters, a brother, 2 brothers-in-law, a sister-in-law, and many cousins, nephews and nieces. David was an avid coin, baseball/football card, stamp and HO train collector. He enjoyed being with his neighbors and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Viewing...

Deborah Zell Brown, 71 of Frederick, MD passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at her home. Deborah was the wife of Harold A. Brown. She was born March 1, 1953, in New York, the only child of Kurt and Regina Zell. Deborah worked for Vitro Corporation; and she attended Saint Katharine Drexel of Frederick, MD Surviving in addition to her husband, is her aunt Marilyn Zekeria; Cousins: McCormack, Zell, Curry, Corrigan, Deluca, & Serdoz Families. A memorial service will be held at Saint Katharine Drexel at 8428 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 11 AM. The family will receive friends following the service. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers...

Katie "Katiebug" Buck, 26, died unexpectedly April 16, 2024, at Lorien Nursing Home in Mt. Airy. She was born August 23, 1997 in Rockville, the daughter of Michael Louis Buck and Donna Lee (Gossard) Buck. Katie graduated from Rock Creek School in 2018. Katie was born with a severe brain disorder which left her unable to walk or talk and only reach the developmental age of 5-7 months. Katie loved people making silly sounds to try to get her to laugh. If she ever rewarded you with a smile, you knew you were one of the special people in her life. Katie really enjoyed aquatic therapy and missed her "pool time" after graduation. Katie enjoyed shaking mylar balloons and ringing bells. Katie...

Ervan William Hare, age 73, of Mount Airy, Maryland, died April 16, 2024 of kidney cancer at Dove House in Westminster. He is survived by Jo Ann Hare, his wife of 46 years. Born in Hanover, Pennsylvania on November 30, 1950, he was the son of the late Ervan Junior Hare and Eunice Lorraine Hare of Westminster, Maryland. Ervan graduated from Westminster High School in 1969, and proudly served in the United States Navy with VA-75 aboard the aircraft carrier Saratoga, which included service in Vietnam. His professional career included positions at Fairchild, Comsat, and Lockheed Martin which took him to the Philippines, Hawaii, Italy, Germany and various government locations throughout the...

Clyde Richard Orndorff ("Beasel"), 95 years old, of Brunswick, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15, 2024, at his home.

Born February 24, 1929, in Maryland, he was the son of Clyde R. and Beulah Halley Orndorff. 
He is survived by his sons Keith Orndorff and wife Janet, Timothy Orndorff and wife LuAnn and Michael Orndorff. In addition, he is survived by his older sister, Eileen Houlihan. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Bradley, Caroline, Colin and Chelsi. 
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Joan Orndorff, and his daughter Lisa Lajewski. He is also preceded in death by his parents Clyde R. and Beulah Orndorff, his sister Evelyn Best; and...

Margaret Louise (Shriner) Sweeney, 90, of Thurmont, MD, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024, at her home. Born July 18, 1933, in Middletown, MD, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Estelle Shriner. Margaret was a graduate of Thurmont High School, Class of 1951. She was employed by Moore Business Form outside of High School. Margaret then worked at Claire Frock Co. for 20 years, until it closed. She then worked at Frederick Memorial Hospital and during this time she obtained her associate degree from FCC. Margaret enjoyed water skiing, ice skating, and spending a lot of time at the river. She was an avid reader and crossword puzzle solver. Margaret loved spending time with her...

Clyde Raymond Orndorff ("Beasel"), 95 years old, of Brunswick, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15, 2024, at his home.

Born February 24, 1929, in Maryland, he was the son of Clyde R. and Beulah Halley Orndorff. 
He is survived by his sons Keith Orndorff and wife Janet, Timothy Orndorff and wife LuAnn and Michael Orndorff. In addition, he is survived by his older sister, Eileen Houlihan. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Bradley, Caroline, Colin and Chelsi. 
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Joan Orndorff, and his daughter Lisa Lajewski. He is also preceded in death by his parents Clyde R. and Beulah Orndorff, his sister Evelyn Best; and...