Obituaries

Kathryn J. Ashley

Kathryn J. Ashley

Oct 30, 2012

On October 30, 2012, Kathryn J. Ashley of Severn passed away at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Richard Ashley; devoted mother of Brian R. Ashley, Brenda F. Stoehr and Melody J. Ravert; Caring sister of Herbert, William and Dennis Greenawald and the late Doris Sayer, Elsie Goode and Franklin and Ed Greenawald; cherished grandmother of...

Theodore O. Thompson

Theodore O. Thompson

Oct 30, 2012

T. O. (Ted) Thompson Aviator, Engineer Theodore O. Thompson of Severna Park, on October 30, 2012. He was 85 years old. The Wisconsin native was born in Racine and grew up there and in Port Washington, WI. He enlisted in the Navy's Radio Technician program just out of high school near the end of World War II. He gained...

Molly J. Lafon

Molly J. Lafon

Oct 27, 2012

Born Molly J. West in Maryland to Thomas L. and Bessie West (nee Hoover) on December 5, 1945. Molly lived in the Glen Burnie area for most of her life. She retired as a Hospital Administrator at North Arundel Hospital (now Baltimore Washington Medical Center). She enjoyed cooking, crafts, crosswords, travel and flowers in her spare time. Mrs. LaFon...

Mary E. Bevil

Mary E. Bevil

Oct 26, 2012

Born Mary E. Jarrell on November 19, 1930 Galax, VA to Noah B. and Emma Jarrell (nee Frost). Mrs. Bevil moved Virginia to Baltimore and then to Glen Burnie where she has lived since 1960. A homemaker, Mary was a member of Oakwood Wesleyan Church. In her spare time she enjoyed quilting and reading. In earlier times she also...

Mary Roppelt

Mary Roppelt

Oct 25, 2012

On October 25, 2012, Mary B. Roppelt of Glen Burnie. Wife of the late William T. Roppelt; mother of Barry K. Dodson and his wife Terry, John W. Dodson and his wife Belinda, Eric A. Dodson and his wife Adrienne and the late Brian Dodson; Sister of Francis Preroff and the late Dennis Fry; Grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother...

Darlene K. Liebman

Darlene K. Liebman

Oct 22, 2012

Darlene K. Liebman passed away on October 22nd. Darlene was a Beautician who worked at the James Beauty Salon and Paradise Hair Salon in Catonsville for 47 years. She enjoyed bowling, cooking, traveling, dancing, boating and skiing. Mrs. Liebman is survived by her husband, Roland "Rocky" C. Liebman; sister, Dawn Mayfield of Florida; Nieces, Tracey Chado of Reisterstown, Christine...

Patricia A. Pownall

Patricia A. Pownall

Oct 22, 2012

Patricia (Pat) A. Pownall; retired teacher, mother, grandmother, and friend; died Monday, October 22, 2012. She was in hospice care in Glen Burnie, MD at the home of her son. She was 77 years old and formerly lived in Kent, OH. Born Patricia (Patty) Anne Lind on March 5, 1935 in Decatur, IL. The only child of parents Elmer...

Geraldine F. Williams

Geraldine F. Williams

Oct 20, 2012

On October 20, 2012, Geraldine F. Williams of Glen Burnie. Beloved wife of the late Howard Williams; Caring sister-in-law of Beverley Givens; Aunt of Lynda Givens Evans; Great-aunt of two nieces; dearest friend of Evelyn Herron and her daughters Mikayla and Jaymee. She was predeceased by her sons Michael and David and her dog, Mr. B.

David W. Schramek

David W. Schramek

Oct 17, 2012

On October 17, 2012, David W. Schramek passed away surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of 39 years to Donna J. Schramek; Devoted father of Jay A. Songer, Jeffrey D. Schramek, Randall E. Schramek and Lauren E. Kujawski; Loving brother of Robert and Donald Schramek; Cherished grandfather of Haley Songer. He was predeceased by his parents, Edward and...

Janet M. Haugh

Janet M. Haugh

Oct 17, 2012

Janet M. Haugh, born in Massachusetts to Camille H. Loiselle and Blanche B. Loiselle (nee Vaillancourt) passed away on October 17, 2012. Janet enjoyed reading, going to the movies, the Symphony and going on cruises. She also liked helping people and ran the "Wheel Chair Shuttle" which is an elderly transport service and was a school bus driver for...

Tina M. Doss

Tina M. Doss

Oct 16, 2012

Tina M. Doss passed away on October 16, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Annapolis, Maryland to Marlow Syrup and Betty Syrup (nee Stevenson). Tina enjoyed crafting, traveling to Italy and spending time with her family. Mrs. Doss is survived by her sons, William Patrick Ryan of Oklahoma, Jaden Samuel Doss of Pasadena; her...

Elwood P. Cassell

Elwood P. Cassell

Oct 15, 2012

On October 15, 2012, Elwood P. Cassell of Linthicum passed away at the age of 94. Devoted husband of 58 years to Betty Cassell (nee Steely). He was predeceased by his brother Ernest Cassell Jr. and his sister Thelma Mae Yost. He is survived by his loving nephews Robert Collins and Ronald Cassell. Elwood proudly served his country as...

Thomas Frank Toth

Thomas Frank Toth

Oct 11, 2012

On October 11, 2012, Thomas Frank Toth passed away at home. He was 88. Born in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, he attended Pottsville High School and graduated in 1941. Tom lived in Glen Burnie for 36 years and in New York prior to that. Tom proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army and worked for the...

Pauline Elizabeth Purkins

Pauline Elizabeth Purkins

Oct 5, 2012

Born Pauline Elizabeth Querfurth in Baltimore, MD, May 18, 1918 to John and Matilda Querfurth (nee Otto) she lived in Baltimore until moving to Glen Burnie in 1947. A homemaker, she was a members of the Glen Burnie Moose, Stoney Creek Seniors, Pascal Senior Center, Red Hat Society and Tops/Kops. In her spare time she enjoyed Bowling, Dancing, Bingo,...

Keith A. Hall

Keith A. Hall

Oct 4, 2012

On October 4, 2012, Keith A. Hall of Baltimore passed away. Born in Baltimore, Keith was a welder by trade. He is survived by many loving family members and dear friends.

John H. Purkins

John H. Purkins

Oct 1, 2012

John Purkins, 92, of Glen Burnie, MD passed away suddenly on Monday October 1, 2012. John was born on August 21, 1920 in Jessup, MD. He was the son of William and Vesta (Gohl) Purkins. He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Jane E. (Carter) Purkins. John is survived by two daughters, Donna J. Burch and her...

Thelma A. Morgan

Thelma A. Morgan

Oct 1, 2012

On October 1, 2012, Thelma A. Morgan passed away surrounded by her loving family. She was 80. Born in Maryland, Thelma was a devoted wife and homemaker. Beloved wife of the late Robert Morgan Sr.; devoted mother of Robert Jr., Thelma Malvaso, Joanne Miller, Timothy Morgan and Nancy Church; caring sister of Magdeline Harryman, Rita Foster and Dolly Lawrence;...

Deborah C. Hewes

Deborah C. Hewes

Sep 28, 2012

Born Deborah C. Willis on June 10, 1955 in Baltimore, MD to William E. and Ida C. Willis (nee Naumann). She lived her lifetime in Northern Anne Arundel County. Debbie worked as a hairdresser in Odenton for many years as well as working as a floral designer. She is survived by her parents who live in Linthicum, her son...

Margaret Elaine Weddle

Margaret Elaine Weddle

Sep 28, 2012

Born Margaret Elaine Collison in Baltimore, MD on August 19, 1931 to Howard Collison and Sophia Collison (nee Eidman). She lived in Riviera Beach since 1959. A member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, she enjoyed Crochet, Reading, Doing Crosswords, Scrabble and doing Jigsaw Puzzles with her grandchildren. She is survived by her sons Keith Edward Weddle and John H. Weddle...

Michael Scott Eckenrode

Michael Scott Eckenrode

Sep 28, 2012

Michael Scott Eckenrode was born June 4, 1966 in Bavaria, Germany to Gordon J. and Regina R. Eckenrode (nee Kieling). He lived in the Glen Burnie area for most of his life before moving to Myrtle Beach, SC eight years ago. A graduate of Glen Burnie High School, Mike was a construction inspector for utility systems in Myrtle Beach....