Obituaries

Opal F. Haught

Opal F. Haught

Jun 26, 2010

Opal F. (nee Knightstep) Haught, born on July 13, 1922 in Leon, WV.  She died on June 27, 2010 in Pennsylvania.  Opal worked as an office manager with Wolf Paving Contractor before retiring.   Opal moved from WV to Glen Burnie, MD in 1961.  She enjoyed going out to dinner, watching judge show's and was a good people person.

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Karen Jane Shimanski

Karen Jane Shimanski

Jun 25, 2010

On June 25, 2010, Karen J. Shimanski lost her courageous battle with cancer. She was 54.  Beloved wife of Robert J. Henninger Jr.; Devoted daughter of Al and Ann Shimanski; Loving step-mother of Brett Henninger and caring sister of Michael Shimanski.  Karen worked for many years in the floral shop at Giant Foods.  She will be dearly missed by...

Henry D. Gartelman Jr.

Henry D. Gartelman Jr.

Jun 23, 2010

On June 23, 2010, Henry D. Gartelman Jr. passed away at BWMC. He was 81.  A lifelong resident of Millersville, Henry worked for National Plastic (which later became Amtek) for over 30 years before retiring.  He enjoyed farming and selling produce at his produce stand.  He was known for his famous corn!  Most especially, Henry enjoyed spending time with...

Margaret M. Miller

Margaret M. Miller

Jun 23, 2010

On June 23, 2010, Margaret Mary (Buddy) Miller  passed away at the age of 79.  Buddy lived in Glen Burnie for 45 years before moving to Brooklyn Park just recently.  She worked in retail most of her life.  Buddy enjoyed swimming, reading, boating and bowling.  She especially loved spending time with her family and her friends.  She is predeceased...

Elsie G. Douglass

Elsie G. Douglass

Jun 22, 2010

On June 22, 2010, Elsie Golladay Douglass of Glen Burnie passed away. She was 80.  Devoted wife of the late George F. Douglass; Caring sister of Dorothy Carolyn Golladay of Glen Burnie.  Elsie worked as an Administrative Assistant for the Childrens Museum before she retired.

Marjorie E. Perry

Marjorie E. Perry

Jun 14, 2010

On June 14, 2010, Marjorie E. Perry, a 56 year resident of Arnold, passed away at the age of 99.  She is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Rev. James E. Perry; her sons Bray L. Perry of Linthicum, Mark M. Perry of York, PA and Blaine H. Perry of Odenton; Cherished grandmother of Matthew, Lucas, and...

Howard T. Jones Jr.

Howard T. Jones Jr.

Jun 6, 2010

On June 6, 2010, Howard T. Jones Jr. of Moorhead, Minnesota, formerly of Glen Burnie, Maryland, passed away. He was 40.  He is survived by his daughters, Brandi Nicole and Teri Jones; his mother Alice Ross; his father Howard Sr.; brother, Ryan Bates; sister, Katherine Bates; uncles, Michael Fulton, Mark Ross and Joseph Jones; aunts, Theresa Ross, Frances Jones...

Michael A. Gentry

Michael A. Gentry

Jun 6, 2010

On June 6, 2010, Michael A. Gentry, 72, passed away at BWMC after a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born in New Bern, NC on April 13, 1938 and lived in Glen Burnie almost his entire life.  Beloved husband of Viola Gentry (nee Knotts) who is formerly of Elk Garden, WV.  He is predeceased by his parents, George...

Rose Anna Delaney

Rose Anna Delaney

Jun 5, 2010

On June 5, 2010, Rose Anna Delaney passed away at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. She was 41.  Rose Anna lived in Glen Burnie for 12 years and prior to that lived in Catonsville.  She worked as an Executive Assistant and enjoyed reading and collecting V.C. Andrews novels.  Beloved daughter of Robert Hackendorf Sr. and his wife Susan and the...

Edward F. Dougherty

Edward F. Dougherty

Jun 5, 2010

On June 5, 2010, Edward F. Dougherty passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with Parkinsons.  He was 78.  Devoted husband of Gloria (nee Dulany) Dougherty for 50 years; Beloved father of Drue E. Dougherty of Glen Burnie and Barry K. Dougherty and his wife Doris of Glen Burnie; Loving brother of Margie Jester of Baltimore and...

Lawrence James Leary

Lawrence James Leary

Jun 3, 2010

Lawrence James Leary, 63, died at home on Thursday, June 3, 2010.  Lawrence was born on April 30, 1937 in Baltimore, MD.  He was a 38 year resident of Hanover, MD, previously living in Baltimore. Mr. Leary proudly served in the US Army. He was a Manager of the Jack Gray Transport Co. He enjoyed watching all sports, and ...

Billy L. Parton

Billy L. Parton

Jun 2, 2010

Billy L. Parton, 81, died on June 2, 2010 at AAMC.  Billy was a resident of the Millersville area for over 50 years.  He was born on May 18, 1929 in West Virginia.Billy worked in Security for MAIF before retiring.  He was a member of the Glen Burnie United Methodist Church, American Legion and Special Police of AA Co....

Lester K. Creech

Lester K. Creech

May 30, 2010

On May 30, 2010, Lester Kermit Creech passed away due to natural causes at the age of 80.  Beloved husband for over 30 years to the late Friel E. Creech; Devoted father of Richard K. Creech of Glen Burnie and Lena K. DeCoster and her husband Michael of Glen Burnie; Caring brother of Irene Osborne, Homer Creech of Ohio,...

Annabelle Frankenfield

Annabelle Frankenfield

May 26, 2010

On May 26, 2010, Annabelle Frankenfield (nee Wilson) passed away due to natural causes. She was 92.  Beloved wife for 30 years to the late Lawrence Frankenfield; Devoted mother of Lawrence Frankenfield of Middle River, Nancy Barker of Lansdowne, Dennis Frankenfield of Westminster and Samuel Frankenfield of Arizona; Cherished grandmother of 9, great-grandmother of 17 and great-great-grandmother of one. ...

Jeanette Vanmeter

Jeanette Vanmeter

May 26, 2010

On May 26, 2010, Jeanette VanMeter peacefully passed away at the age of 78.   Jeanette lived in Severn since 2007, and previously lived in Cumberland.  She is survived by her sister Virginia Shupe of Severn and her three sons, Steven, Russell and David.   She was predeceased by her husband, Donald VanMeter.  Jeanette worked as an LPN for the State...

William G. Hagood Jr.

William G. Hagood Jr.

May 25, 2010

On May 25, 2010, William (Bill) G. Hagood Jr. of Glen Burnie passed away at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. He was 68.  Beloved husband, devoted father and cherished grandfather.  He worked for the Postal Service as a mail carrier.  Bill loved his family and dear friends and will be missed by many.

James Sowden Sr.

James Sowden Sr.

May 25, 2010

Born November 16, 1946 in Seattle, Washington to Jerry F. and Elizabeth Sowden (nee Collier) Mr. Sowden has lived in Millersville, MD since 2005 after living 12 years on the Eastern Shore and Millersville prior to that. Mr. Sowden had owned Thrifty Muffler Center in Annapolis for 18 Years and Champion Auto Repair in Chester for 12 Years. Recently...

Joseph P. Castle

Joseph P. Castle

May 22, 2010

On May 22, 2010, Joseph P. (Bo) Castle passed away after a lengthy and courageous battle with Parkinson's.  He was 77.  Born in Maryland, he resided in Millersillve for over 40 years.  Bo proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict.  He worked for Westinghouse as a photographer and retired after...

Susan Bubenko

Susan Bubenko

May 21, 2010

On May 21, 2010, Susan Bubenko passed away. She was 89. Born in Twin Rocks, PA, Susan spent most of her life in Morgantown, WVA.  She moved to Millersville, MD, in 1998.  Susan enjoyed puzzles and watching TV.  She is survived by her sister, Theresa Duty, of Millersville.  She was predeceased by her sister Helen Dadich and her brothers...

Cephes Young Jr.

Cephes Young Jr.

May 20, 2010

On May 20, 2010, Cephes Young Jr. of Severn passed away. He was 65.  Cephes served his country as a member of the United States Army for 20 years. After retiring, he worked for 7-11 and the Post Office.  Cephes used to coach football, basketball and baseball for Parks and Recreation.  He also enjoyed fishing and boating.  Born in...