obituaries

Mar 26, 2025

James (Jim) Foster, Jr., age 77, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Cheryl Foster, his daughters Kelly Foster and Lisa Wieler, Grandchildren Jalen, Jaeda and Jace Thompson and Morgan, Macy and Madison Wieler.

Jim was a loving Husband, Father and Uncle, a proud Vietnam Veteran and...

Mar 23, 2025

Ruthie N. Kauffman, affectionately known as "Fuff," embarked on her eternal journey on Sunday, March 23, 2025, while residing at Sunrise Assisted Living, where she was cherished and admired by everyone, staff and residents alike. Her remarkable 101 years were a testament to her unwavering faith and her ability to illuminate countless lives with her radiant smile. Born on...

Mar 23, 2025

Jeffery Charles Claypool passed away from injuries he suffered from a fall at his home near Ocean City, MD on March 23rd, 2025.

Born on July 4th, 1959, in California, he grew up in Severna Park, Maryland, in a home on the Severn River, where he enjoyed a wonderful childhood. He attended the Severn School, served 4...

Mar 23, 2025

Francis John Newnam, beloved husband, father, and wry observer of the world, passed away in Severna Park, Maryland on March 23, 2025, after a brief illness at the age of 92.

Born on September 27, 1932, in Philadelphia to Joseph and Anna Newnam, Fran was the youngest of ten - a garrulous Irish clan who were their...

Mar 22, 2025

James Alton Whitcomb Jr. June 14, 1943 – March 22, 2025 Pasadena, Maryland

James Alton Whitcomb Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at the age of 81. He was born on June 14, 1943, in Pasadena, Maryland, and was the loving husband of the late Lillian Whitcomb.

Mar 22, 2025

Carol Anita Coffman, 90 years young, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and entered into the presence of the Lord on Saturday, 3/22/2025 in Severna Park, MD. She is survived by her children Donna Gaines (Boyd Gaines), Mike Campbell (Laura Campbell), stepson Karl Coffman, stepdaughter Christie Daniels (Shane Daniels), and stepson Courtney Coffman (Catherine Coffman). Carol leaves behind...

Mar 20, 2025

Suzanne Pearson Grigg Keller, 78, passed away on March 20, 2025, the first day of Spring.

She was born on March 8,1947 in Baltimore, MD to Crawford Field Grigg, Jr. and Ann (neé Chapman) Grigg. The granddaughter of Norvell and Anetta Chapman, the founders of the community of Round Bay on the Severn in Severna Park, Suzanne...

Mar 20, 2025

Thelma Lee Lenderman, 89, of Severna Park, passed away on March 20, 2025. She was born on January 9, 1936, in Clymer, PA to Harry and Gladys (neé Hill) Long.

Thelma grew up in Dundalk, MD, and graduated from Sparrows Point High School. She would go on to work for Bethlehem Steel company's Patapsco and Back Rivers...

Mar 17, 2025

David Rolfe Herron, 79, a 24-year resident of Severna Park, passed away on March 17, 2025, at the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center.

He was born on October 28, 1945, in Cleveland, OH, and raised in Niles, MI. He and his family later moved to Royal Oak, MI. David briefly lived in Paris, France, and...

Mar 16, 2025

Barbara Timme Tice 70, of Severna Park MD, passed away suddenly on March 16th. She was a 1973 graduate of Severna Park High School. Barb was an amazing person inside and out, to know her was to love her. She made everyone feel like family. Barb had a heart of gold and took care of everyone. She loved her...

Mar 15, 2025

Queen Rita Jo Harris, 79, of Severna Park, MD, passed away at home on March 15, 2025 following a long illness. She was surrounded by her loving family. Born in Baltimore, MD, daughter of Lucinda Curtis Hudson and Alton Lyle Hudson, who both preceded her in death.

Rita Jo was welcomed into heaven by her dearly missed...

Mar 14, 2025

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A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 1 pm in Meadowridge Memorial Park, 7250 Washington Blvd, Elkridge, MD 21075.

Mar 13, 2025

Ronald Dean Miller entered into eternal life on March 13, 2025 after a long battle with Parkinson's disease and dementia, with his beloved wife, Jo, by his side.

Ron was born April 16, 1943, at Fort Riley, KS, to Ivan Bernhardt Miller, a custom home builder and woodworker, and Helen Emilie Miller, a bookkeeper. During his father's...

Mar 12, 2025

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Mar 12, 2025

Dorcus J. Cowing, 93, of Severna Park, MD passed away peacefully with family by her side on Wednesday March 12, 2025.

Born in Columbus, Ohio in 1931, Dorcus was a true Buckeye at heart. This is where she met her husband Albert. With their family started they moved to Pittsburgh, PA and then on to Chartwell in...

Mar 9, 2025

Patricia Johns Hessian, 82, of Hanover, passed away on March 9, 2025, at Harbour Hospital in Baltimore, MD. She was born on April 20, 1942, in Baltimore, MD to Norman and Elenore Johns.

Patricia graduated from Shrine of the Little Flower and Eastern High School. She would have a long career as a secretary for Westinghouse and...

Mar 8, 2025

Susan Marie Lee (nee Schwarz), 81, passed away on March 8, 2025 after a battle with dementia. She was born on March 23, 1943 in Takoma Park, MD to Joseph Schwarz and Anna Mancini. She grew up in Southeast Washington, DC where she attended St. Francis Xavier Elementary School and the Academy of Notre Dame.

After high...

Mar 7, 2025

With great sadness, we share that Samuel Robert Shank Jr. passed away on Friday March 7th, 2025, after living 82 years on this earth.  He was a beloved son and brother, adoring and tender husband, and devoted father.  He was affectionately known by his children as Super Safe Sam, and to his grandchildren as Pops.

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Mar 7, 2025

Betsy Lynn Ramlow (74) a resident of Severna Park, died on March 7, 2025 at her home. Betsy was born January 26, 1951 in Baltimore, Maryland; daughter of Roland Edward Ramlow, Sr. and Elizabeth Nita Dilley. She was raised in Severna Park where she has been a resident on and off since 1959. As a child she was a...

Mar 5, 2025

Valerie Kay Weber (nee DeSantis) of Arnold, MD passed away on March 5, 2025 at the age of 69. Valerie was born on July 25, 1955 near New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to parents Angelo and Renza DeSantis (nee Durbani). She had two older sisters, Anna (deceased 2022) and Mary (deceased 2019). Valerie grew up playing at her grandparents' farm and...