obituaries

Oct 17, 2025

Marie Frances Schroeder Coleman, 94, of Annapolis, Maryland, passed away on Friday, October 17, at the Luminis Health Gilchrist Lifecare Institute in Columbia, Maryland.

Born on February 9, 1931, in Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania, to Maria Margaret (Battle) and Joseph Francis Schroeder, she was the oldest of five children.

She lived with her family in Scranton,...

Oct 16, 2025

Barbara Ann Houck, 83, of Severna Park passed away on October 16, 2025 at the home she shared with her beloved husband of 62 years, Robert Allen Houck ("Bob"). Known throughout her wide community of friends, acquaintances and family for her incredibly abundant friendliness, kindness, joy, and independent spirit, Barbara will be missed immensely.

The daughter of...

Oct 15, 2025

We are devastated to announce the sudden passing of devoted wife, mother, sister, friend, coach and mentor, Lauryn McAlister Bary. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the age of 47.

Lauryn was born in Chicago, IL on May 29, 1978, to Glenda Lee Martin McAlister and Byron Duane McAlister before...

Oct 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Iris Khalaf (1945–2025)

Born in Meyersdale, PA in April 1945.  Iris lived a life defined by kindness, connection, and unwavering devotion to family and community. Her long and distinguished career in federal service was more than a professional journey—it was where she met the love of her life, Emile. What began as a...

Oct 12, 2025

"Our Father, who art in heaven" James C Downing, (B:18-August-1924, D:12-October-2025)

He was the best father.

Dad was born in 1924 and grew up in western New York, spending much of his early years in North Java. His father, Edward, died when he was 5. The Great Depression was just starting. He grew up with...

Oct 12, 2025

Harry F. Whitacre, age 78, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025.

Born on August 22, 1947, Harry lived a life dedicated to his family, his profession, and the things he loved most. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Toledo and went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from The Ohio...

Oct 12, 2025

Robert Edward Rivers, 73, of Millersville, Maryland passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland to Mary Margaret Rivers (neé Meagher) and Joseph Andrew Rivers II on September 16, 1952.

Bob was a proud member of the United States Marine Corps and after his service he worked...

Oct 12, 2025

Rosalynn "Lynn" Harrison-Wisniewski, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, surrounded by love.

Born on April 11, 1940, to Lily Kenny and Russell Hirschauer, Lynn grew up along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries with a boundless curiosity and creative spirit that shaped every part of her...

Oct 11, 2025

Judith Pace Taylor, 78, of Annapolis, MD passed away on October 11, 2025. She was born on September 16, 1947, in Arlington, VA to Murray and Ruby Pace. Judy was raised in Falls Church, VA and lived in the Annapolis area since 2021.

Judy earned her master's degree in electric engineering and software. She would go on...

Oct 8, 2025

Dr. Robert "Bob" Niccolini, 84, passed away on October 8, 2025. Bob lived his last years in Annapolis, Maryland, surrounded by his sons, his grandchildren and his loving wife.

Bob was born in Detroit, Michigan on April 13, 1941, the only surviving son of Hugo and Sandy Rossi Niccolini.  He was the first in his family to...

Oct 2, 2025

Joan Anderson Montor Weingartner, 97, of Arnold, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family. She cherished each day of her life, and of all the things she enjoyed, family was the most important. She was actively involved with the Anne Arundel Community College and the Arnold Senior Center. For many years, she...

Oct 1, 2025

Joyce Rita Wood of Severna Park, MD passed away peacefully on October 1st, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana on February 22nd, 1936 to the late Julia Guillot Bourgeois and Lawrence Paul Bourgeois, Sr. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Robert B. Wood, Sr (married 63...

Sep 30, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cary D. Jones, who departed this life too soon on 9/30/25. Though gone from our sight, Cary's incredible legacy lives on through the countless memories he created with family, friends, and colleagues over the course of his amazing life.

A proud and devoted patriot, Cary served...

Sep 29, 2025

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Sep 29, 2025

Carlton Haslbeck, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 29th, at the age of 93.

Carlton was born in Baltimore to the late Mathieu Joseph Haslbeck, Sr. and Della Ellen Duval Haslbeck. He was brother of Olive and the late Mathieu, Robert, Donald and Mary. He attended Forest Park High School and Johns Hopkins University.

He...

Sep 26, 2025

Milton ("Bill"/"Corky") William Corkran III, 81, of Annapolis, Maryland, passed away on September 26, 2025. Bill proudly served his country in the United States Army. After his honorable discharge, he began his civilian career with the Department of Defense, completing a six-year overseas tour in Harrogate, England (1970–1976). While there, he earned his bachelor's degree through the University of...

Sep 25, 2025

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Sep 25, 2025

Deborah Kirk Dewey Hampton

The year was 1954

The place was Highland Swim Club, a newly opened Family Pool bordering Fanwood and Westfield. New Jersey.

And here I was seated with high school friends on top of the pool house looking down on a small...

Sep 24, 2025

Diane M. Fox, age 84, passed away peacefully in her home on September 24, 2025, after a 3 1/2-year struggle with Alzheimer's. Diane was born on October 11, 1940, in Baltimore, Maryland to James and Nina Lorber. She grew up in Baltimore and attended Saint Katherine's Elementary School and The Catholic High School of Baltimore. At the age of...

Sep 19, 2025

Katherine Johanna Smith (Holzmann) of Baltimore and Glen Burnie, died on September 19, 2025 at the age of 89. She was born on January 28, 1936 in Baltimore to the late Katherine Holzmann (Schweinsberg) and George Holzmann. She attended Southern High School in Federal Hill and graduated from Anne Arundel Community College in 1977 with a Human Service Degree....