Obituaries

Sammie Sue White

Sammie Sue White

Jun 25, 2009

Born Sammie Sue Altizer on September 18, 1953 in West Virginia to Patricia Altizer of Jessup and the late Orvie Altizer. She has lived in the Jessup area for over 30 years after returning from Florida. A hairdresser by profession, Sammie was a member of AARP as well as Heritage Community Church. In her spare time she enjoyed reading,...

Robert E. Pumphrey

Robert E. Pumphrey

Jun 23, 2009

On June 23, 2009, Robert E. Pumphrey of Ferndale passed away at home at the age of 60.  Born on January 24, 1949 in Baltimore, Robert lived in Ferndale his entire life.  He worked for Giant Food for 39 years before retiring. He enjoyed bowling, baseball and spending time with his friends.  Robert is survived by his brother David...

Michael L. Stramella

Michael L. Stramella

Jun 14, 2009

On June 14, 2009, Michael L. Stramella passed away at Baltimore Washington Medical Center at the age of 80.  Born in Elwood City, PA, on October 25, 1928, Mike lived in Glen Burnie for 53 years.  Beloved husband of 56 years to Mary C. Stramella (nee Canfora); Devoted father of Michael F. Stramella of Glen Burnie, Anthony A. Stramella...

Winifred Barley

Winifred Barley

Jun 11, 2009

Winifred Barley, 85, died at home on June 11, 2009. Winifred was a 53 year resident of Glen Burnie, previously living in Baltimore.   She was born  on February 11, 1924 in Baltimore, MD. Winifred worked as a technician for Westinghouse for 20 years before retiring in 1987. Winifred was a member of the St. Philip Neri...

Franklin M. Berardino

Franklin M. Berardino

May 30, 2009

Franklin M. Berardino, 74, died on May 30, 2009 at his home in Palm Coast, FL.  Franklin was born on April 26, 1935 in Uniontown, PA and attended the West Virginia University. He lived most of his life in Severn, MD before moving to Palm Coast five years ago.

Mr. Berardino served in the US Army and...

Joseph Mcpherson

Joseph Mcpherson

May 26, 2009

On May 26, 2009, Joseph S. McPherson passed away at home from natural causes.  Born on October 27, 1932 in Roanoke, Virginia, Joe lived in Glen Burnie since 1974.  He worked for Chemical Lehman Tank Liners in Curtis Bay as a truck driver for 37 years until he retired.  He was a member of the VFW Post 40 and...

James R. Russell

James R. Russell

May 26, 2009

On May 26, 2009, James R. “Jim” Russell of Glen Burnie passed away from natural causes. Born on November, 13, 1941 in Maryland, Jim has been a resident of Glen Burnie for 36 years.  Beloved husband of 44 years to Barbara A. Russell (nee Handley); Devoted father of Sherrie D. Hora of Brooklyn Park and Pamela D. Lawson of...

Jean R. Beltz

Jean R. Beltz

May 24, 2009

On May 24, 2009, Jean Rollins Beltz passed away at the age of 85.  Born on November 9, 1923 in Maryland, she was a long time resident of Glen Burnie.  Jean attended Glen Burnie High School and graduated in 1941.  She then went on to attend St. Mary's College.  Jean was the first female resident manager in the country...

Doris Elizabeth Wickless Day

Doris Elizabeth Wickless Day

May 24, 2009

Doris Elizabeth Wickless Day, a 50 year Glen Burnie resident, passed away in El Paso, Texas, on May 24, 2009 while visiting her daughter, Nadine D. Butterworth and family.  Doris was born on October 14, 1919 at home in Linthicum Heights.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Alphonsus Wickless and Elizabeth Sadler Wickless and 8 brothers...

Thomas L. Russell

Thomas L. Russell

May 22, 2009

On May 22, 2009, Thomas L. “Sonny” Russell of Pamplin, Virginia passed away at the age of 63.  Born on October 18, 1945 and raised in Marley Park, Tom lived for many years in Arnold before moving to Virginia.  Beloved father of Thomas R. Russell of Brooklyn Park, Peggy Sheehan of Lansdowne and Denise Sullivan of Ferndale; Caring brother...

Glenn C. Mcmannis

Glenn C. Mcmannis

May 22, 2009

On May 22, 2009, Glenn C. “Mac” McMannis of Glen Burnie passed away at home from natural causes.  Born in Ohio on February 3, 1928, Mac lived in Glen Burnie since 1964. Beloved husband of 21 years to Mary K. McMannis; Devoted father of Roberta, Loretta and Patricia; Caring brother of Evelyn Connors of Ohio; Cherished grandfather of 4,...

Johanna Patricia Hagedorn

Johanna Patricia Hagedorn

May 20, 2009

Johanna Patricia Hagedorn, 62, died on suddenly on May 20, 2009 at the Baltimore-Washington Medical Center.  Johanna was born on October 3, 1946 in Baltimore, MD, where she lived until moving to Glen Burnie 37 years ago.   Mrs. Hagedorn worked for 17 years in the Anne Arundel Public Schools payroll department.  She enjoyed sewing, baking, swimming, roller skating, and...

Robert L. Kelliher Sr.

Robert L. Kelliher Sr.

May 17, 2009

Robert L. Kelliher, Sr., 83 died on May 17, 2009 at home in Glen Burnie, MD. Mr. Kelliher previously lived in Florida before returning to the Glen Burnie area where he lived most of his life.  Robert was born on July 26, 1925 in Baltimore, MD.  He served in the US Navy during WWII and worked as a master...

William B. Wilt

William B. Wilt

May 16, 2009

On May 16, 2009, William Bruce Wilt of Severn, formerly of Oklahoma, passed away at the age of 81.  He was survived by his loving sister, Janice B. Murphy. William was a 27 year veteran of the United States Army.  During his distinguished career he received the Meritorious Service Medal with First Oak Leaf Cluster, Korean Service Medal, Republic...

Francis J. Zaukus

Francis J. Zaukus

May 15, 2009

Born August 3, 1935 in Annapolis, MD to the late Frank and Margaret Zaukus (nee Haber) and a lifetime resident of the Glen Burnie and Severn area. Mr. Zaukus worked for 44 Years at the Nevamar Plant in Odenton. Honorably discharged after 14 years with the Maryland National Guard. In his spare time Mr. Zaukus enjoyed Fishing, Crabbing, Watching...

Antonie Koontz

Antonie Koontz

May 15, 2009

On May 15, 2009, Antonie Koontz passed away at Baltimore Washington Medical Center. She was 81.  Loving wife of 56 years to John Koontz.  Antonie is also survived by her beloved son and many other family members and friends.

Doreena M. O'Brien

Doreena M. O'Brien

May 8, 2009

On May 8, 2009, Doreena O’Brien of Glen Burnie passed away.  Born on April 1, 1966, Doreena lived in Glen Burnie for 31 years.  Devoted wife of Sean O’Brien for 19 years; Loving daughter of Alma and the late Gordan Wharran of Glen Burnie; Beloved mother of Sheana M. O’Brien of Glen Burnie, Shawna L. and Shana N. O’Brien...

Anna M. Gettier

Anna M. Gettier

May 6, 2009

Anna M. Gettier, 94, died at her home on May 6, 2009 of natural causes.  She was a 45 year resident of Glen Burnie, MD. Anna was born on October 1, 1914 in Baltimore, MD.  She was a homemaker and enjoyed playing cards, bingo and bowling.  Mrs. Gettier was a member of the Stoney Creek Democratic Club, Women of...

Herbert E. Close

Herbert E. Close

May 5, 2009

On May 5, 2009, Herbert E. Close passed away from natural causes at Gilchrist Hospice Care. Born on February 24, 1919, Herb lived in Linthicum since 1952.  Beloved husband of 67 years to the late Betty Dorney Close; Devoted father of Craig Close and Susan Harding; Cherished grandfather of Tyler and Victoria Harding; Caring great-grandfather of Ian Harding. He...

Robert G. Rupert

Robert G. Rupert

May 4, 2009

On May 4, 2009, Robert Grey “Bob” Rupert passed away at St. Agnes Hospital of natural causes. Born on August 2, 1936 in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, Bob lived in Glen Burnie since 1956.  Beloved son of the late Harold Gray and Mabel A. Lister Rupert; Loving brother of Mabel L. Rupert and the late Harold George Rupert; Dear uncle of...