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Williamsport, Maryland JoAnn Marie Miller 1935 — 2024 JoAnn Marie Miller, 89, of Williamsport, MD passed away on Friday May 17, 2024, at her home. She was born on February 28, 1935, in Hagerstown, MD to the late Howard J. and Kathleen Marie (Stotlemyer) Grove. JoAnn was a 1953 graduate of Hanco*ck High School in Hanco*ck, MD and played basketball there. She was an active member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Williamsport, MD and helped in facilitating funeral services and receptions for other members of the church. She also crafted many flower arrangements for the church. JoAnn was employed as the office manager at Dr. Byrkit's office in Williamsport, MD for 35 years until her retirement. JoAnn was a member of the Williamsport Garden...

Williamsport, Maryland Allen Edmond Swope 1937 — 2024 Williamsport, MD - Allen Edmond Swope, 87, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. He was born on May 13, 1937, to his deaf parents Ellen Virginia (Peake) Swope and Walter Edmond Swope, in the historic Civil War Donnely farmhouse near Williamsport. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Cheryl Marie (Jacobs) Swope; they were married for 67 years. They married at a young age and grew up together. She was instrumental in every aspect of his life and career and very involved with him in contributing to community service. She was there with him every step of the way. He was also predeceased by his brother John Walter Swope, son-in-law Mickey Knight, and daughter-in-law...

Sharpsburg, Maryland Michael James Hawkins 1951 — 2024 Sharpsburg, MD - Michael James Hawkins, 72, of Sharpsburg, MD passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at his home. Michael was born on October 8, 1951 in Washington, D.C. to the late James Abraham and Marion Catherine (Ross) Hawkins. He received a Master's degree from the University of Florida before receiving a Ph.D. from Louisiana State in 1999. Michael was employed by Ball State University as an Assistant Professor in the Geography Department, specializing in travel, tourism, culture, and Latin America, from 2000 until his retirement in 2018. He would take several trips to Europe with his college students during the summers. Michael also taught elementary school in the Boonsboro area for...

Williamsport, Maryland George Willard Groff, Jr. 1931 — 2024 Williamsport, MD - George Willard Groff, Jr., 92, of Williamsport, MD passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at his home. He was born on November 16, 1931, in Philadelphia, PA to the late George Willard Sr. and Margie Elizabeth (Stigers) Groff. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Irene Groff in 2023. George graduated from high school and attended college. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Airforce from 1948-1950 and the U.S. Air Force 1952-1959. George was employed as a long-haul truck driver for over 60 years for various trucking companies until his retirement. For most of his working career he was employed by Allied Van Lines. He was an exemplary professional driver and taught...

Auburn, California Daryl J. Perna 1958 — 2024 Daryl J. Perna, 65, of Auburn, California passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at his home. He was born on October 2, 1958, in Darby, PA to Virginia (Ambrose) Perna-Krempels of Hagerstown, MD and the late Rev. E. Joseph Perna. Besides his mother, he is survived by his children Joseph Perna, Alexandra Perna, brother Robert Perna, stepbrother David (Mary) Krempels, stepsister Deborah (Kevin) McAfee, and step sister-in-law Wendy Krempels. Besides his father, he was preceded in death by his stepfather Rev. Robert A Krempels, and stepbrother Robert Douglas Krempels. The family will receive friends at the Osborne Funeral Home, P.A. 425 S. Conococheague St. Williamsport, MD on Thursday, May...

Knoxville, Maryland Eleanor Ann Hubbard 1939 — 2024 Eleanor Ann Hubbard, 84, of Knoxville, Md passed from this life on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Blair Hubbard. Born on October 11, 1939 in Wilkes Barre, Pa. She was the daughter of the late John Garth Rhiel and Constance Rose Francione Rhiel. Ellie quit school at the age of 14 to go to work to help her mother support the family. She later completed a GED program. She was a very active community advocate as a founding member of the Southern Washington County Tax Payers Association and was a board member of the Washington County Community Action Council and Washington County Headstart. She also volunteered at both Pleasant Valley Elementary and Boonsboro...

WAYNESBORO, Pennsylvania Martha Jeanne Huff 1940 — 2024 Martha Jeanne Huff, 84, arrived into the arms of the her Heavenly Father she loved so much on May 5, 2024. Born February 22, 1940, Martha grew up in Cascade MD, graduating from Smithsburg High School in 1958. She was the daughter of the late Elwood G. Kendall and Jane Marr Gallion Kendall. She is survived by her devoted husband, Garry E. Huff; the couple married April 1, 1961, spending 63 years together with a steadfast love that transcended anything life threw their way. She is also survived by four children, Laura J. Shuck (Steven); Garry "Brian" Huff, (Julie Belle); Craig A. Huff, (Elaine), and Amy J. Wise, (Cory). Five grandchildren, Amanda A. and Timothy J. Brown; Codey A. and Camry...

Hagerstown, Maryland Linda Ann Haupt 1947 — 2024 Linda Ann Haupt, born on November 13, 1947, in Washington County, Maryland, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on May 5, 2024. She was the cherished daughter of Maurice Clifford Landers and Helen Lee Hawvermole, and sister to Joe David Diehl. In 1965, Linda entered into a lifelong partnership with her high school sweetheart, Ragan Lee Haupt, sharing 59 years of a remarkable marriage. Together, they weathered life's challenges and celebrated its joys, guided by their unwavering faith as devoted Christians. After graduating from Hanco*ck Senior High School in 1965, Linda embarked on a fulfilling career with Mack Truck, where she served as a program computer operator and union...

Boonsboro, Maryland Mary Teresa (Spitzig) Shacklett 1945 — 2024 Mary Teresa (Spitzig) Shacklett,78, of Boonsboro, MD passed away peacefully on May 4, 2024, at her home in Boonsboro, MD. Born on October 17, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Francis Albert Spitzig and Eleanor Louise (Lewis) Spitzig. Mary's early years were marked by a strong academic journey. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Cleveland, OH, in 1963 before furthering her education at David N. Myers University in Cleveland, graduating in 1978. These formative years laid the foundation for a successful career dedicated to helping others. In 2006, Mary retired from the Department of Veterans Affairs in Cleveland, OH. Her work touched the lives of many and...

SMITHSBURG, Maryland Ned Daniel Robinson 1931 — 2024 Ned D. Robinson, 92, of Smithsburg MD passed away on Tuesday April 30, 2024. He was the son of Roy and Charlotte Robinson. He graduated from Williamsport High School and later received his A.A. from Hagerstown Community College. He served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War with this last tour of duty aboard the USS Missouri. He was employed by the US Postal Service prior to his retirement. He was a long-time member of St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Beaver Creek, MD. He was survived by his wife of 67 years, Cornelia (Connie), four daughters Kathy Randolph (Robert), Cynthia Blickenstaff (Ronnie), Pamela Perez (Chris), Mary Cook (Clarence II) and one son Roy Robinson (Jennifer)....

WOLFSVILLE, Maryland Gerald Lee Lewis 1947 — 2024 Gerald Lee Lewis passed from this life at home on April 29, 2024. He fought a long and painful battle with Parkinson's disease. Born July 5, 1947, he was the son of the late Clarence W. Lewis and Irene A. Smith Lewis. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Kathy (Huffer) Lewis and daughter, Amy Michelle Speck and her husband Larry, and grandson Daniel Lewis Speck and his wife Alexis. He is also survived by his brother Paul Lewis (Sharon), his brother-in-law Ronald Huffer (Zoanna), and sister-in-laws Karen Lewis and Joyce Lewis. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers Wayne and Gene, and his brother-in-law John Demory. He was a...

HAGERSTOWN, Maryland Ralph Douglas Brown 1940 — 2024 Ralph "Doug" Brown, 83, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Doey's House, Hagerstown, MD. Born August 23, 1940, in Martinsburg, WV. Doug married Pearl Tederick, they had two sons, Michael and Bradley Brown. After serving in the Marine Corps, he joined the Hagerstown City Police and then went on to the Maryland State Police, where he retired after 25 years. Doug loved playing golf and was a member of the Waynesboro Country Club for 23 years. His other passion was doing body work on cars. Doug could take a car apart from the ground, up, and put it back together. There were serious discussions in his garage with his friends. Doug is survived by his wife of 49...

HAGERSTOWN, Maryland Karl Lee Haines 1960 — 2024 Karl Lee Haines, 63, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away Monday, April 27, 2024, at Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD. Born June 2, 1960, in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of Betty Middlekauff and the late Samuel Haines, and stepson of the late Richard Micclekauff. Karl was a graduate of Smithsburg High School, Class of 1978. He was employed by Central Precision Inc. of Boonsboro, Md. He was an Avid APA Pool Player. In addition to his mother, Karl is survived by his daughters, Brittney Haines and Belinda Pettis (Blue Pettis), sisters, Karen Grimes (Jeff), Linda Wallech, Debbie Jones (Mike), and Melissa Rhodes, six grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Karl is preceded in death by his...

Fairplay, Maryland Vernon Earl Liller 1938 — 2024 Fairplay, MD - Vernon Earl Liller, 86, of Fairplay, MD, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Meritus Medical Center Hagerstown, MD. He was born on January 10, 1938, in Cumberland, MD to the late Melvin and Florence Wilson Liller. Vernon was a 1956 graduate of Williamsport High School. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was employed by Mack Trucks, Inc. of Hagerstown, MD for 25 years until his retirement in 1996. Vernon enjoyed gardening, woodworking, going on car rides, day trips with his wife, genealogy, American history, and watching Nascar and baseball. He also loved animals and had many pets over the years. He is survived by his wife, Judith Ann...

Sabillasville, Maryland Genevieve Lorraine DeLauter 1935 — 2024 Genevieve Lorraine DeLauter, 88, of Sabillasville, MD, went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, April 26, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 15, 1935, in Centerville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur "Jack" Rose and Myrtle (Elliott) Rose. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, Paul Harbaugh DeLauter; and Grandson, Keena David "Buzz" DeLauter. Along with her late husband Paul, Genevieve owned and operated Bushy Hill Farm, in addition to being a school bus driver for Frederick County Public Schools for over 40 years. Her love and devotion to the Lord and her family were priorities in life....

Dover, New Hampshire Carlotta Miller Budd 1941 — 2024 Carlotta Miller Budd, 83, died Wednesday, April 24th, at the Hyder Family Hospice House in Dover, NH. She was born on August 28, 1941, in Middletown, OH. She was the loving daughter of James and Julia Miller. Carlotta attended South Hagerstown High School and graduated in 1959. She then went to the University of Maryland, where she received her BS in Accounting in 1963. She attended New York Law School and graduated with her JD in 1978. She was admitted to the New Jersey Bar Association on December 6, 1978. Carlotta broke barriers and defied societal norms for women in her time. At the University of Maryland, one of her professors encouraged her to give up her pursuit of an...

HAGERSTOWN, Maryland Gerald Edward Colbert 1954 — 2024 Gerald Edward Colbert, 70, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024, at his home. Born March 12, 1954, Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Henry Chaney and Betty (Shipley) Chaney. Gerald loved spending time in his back yard feeding the squirrels. In addition to his parents, Gerald is preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Gertrude Close, and grandson, Trenton Colbert. He is survived by his sister, Jeannie Swauger (Lane), brothers, Jeffrey Chaney and David Chaney, daughter, Jessica Colbert, stepdaughter, Krista Giffin, grandchildren, Brianna Colbert, Brendon Colbert, 2 great-grandchildren, 2 nieces, 1 nephew, 15 great nieces and nephews, 3...

Hagerstown, Maryland Rayetta Virginia Brown 1929 — 2024 Rayetta V. (Willard) Brown, 95, went to meet her Lord and Savior, Monday, April 22, 2024, at Coffman Nursing Home, Hagerstown, MD. Prior to entering Coffman, in February 2024, she was a resident of Brookdale Senior Living Solutions, Hagerstown, for over four years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond A. and Vera R. (Pryor) Willard, two brothers, Theophilus Willard, and Raymond Willard, Jr., sister, Anna Mae Leatherman. Also preceding her in death, were her husband, Martin (Luke) Brown and daughter, Rosalie Stambaugh. Surviving her are daughters, Judy Eyler and husband, Jim; Sarah Crunkleton and husband, Steve; son-in law, Eugene Stambaugh, 8 grandchildren, 13...

Fairplay, Maryland William Eugene "Bill" Baker 1935 — 2024 Fairplay, MD - William Eugene "Bill" Baker, 88, of Fairplay, MD passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Doey's House Hagerstown, MD. He was a wonderful and loving husband, father, and grandfather whose life was centered around his family. He was born on November 27, 1935, in Hagerstown, MD, the only child of the late Edgar William and Grace Virginia (Messner) Baker. Bill was a 1953 graduate of Hagerstown High School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958-1964. He was employed by Mack Trucks, Inc. Hagerstown, MD for 35 years until his retirement. He was a Lutheran and had been a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sharpsburg, MD, and Salem Lutheran Church in Bakersville, MD. Bill...

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