Obituaries

Jan 14, 2026

Jan 7, 2026

Philip Mark Soergel passed away unexpectedly at home in Columbia, Maryland, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He left this world only two months after his beloved wife, Marcia, of more than 40 years. He was heartbroken at her loss.

Born to Ray Clare and Donna Lee Soergel on May 23, 1959, Phil left home at the age of 16 to attend...

Dec 28, 2025

With profound sorrow and steadfast faith in God's eternal promise, we announce the passing of Jorge Luis Venero Espinal, who entered eternal rest on December 28th, 2025, in Laurel, Maryland, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in Lima, Peru, Jorge, together with his wife Gladys, made the courageous decision to immigrate to the United States, sacrificing everything he knew...

Dec 25, 2025

Ronald N. DeBonis, of Clarksville, MD passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 25, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on September 14, 1945, in Elkton, MD. He was the son of Catherine (DeBonis) Bryan and Willard G. Bryan, Sr. of Elkton, MD.

Ron was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church in Clarksville, MD. He served...

Dec 22, 2025

It is with our deepest sorrow and sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, Kenneth Carol Marsden, who left us peacefully on December 22, 2025 at the age of 94.

Kenneth was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, whose kindness, wisdom, and gentle humor touched the lives of all who knew him. He will be...

Dec 21, 2025

Dec 18, 2025

Joanne Poma, age 83, passed away on December 18, 2025 in Edgewater, Maryland after a hard-fought battle with cancer.

Born February 18, 1942 in Windber, Pennsylvania to Michael Kallay and Margaret (Benko) Kallay, Joanne left Windber at the age of 17 years old to start work as an administrative assistant in the federal government. Joanne worked for many years for the...

Dec 18, 2025

Charlotte May Redman (née Hiett), age 86, of Clarksville, Maryland, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025.

Charlotte was born November 21, 1939 in Laurel, Maryland, daughter of Charles Leslie Hiett and Alice Mae Marton Hiett. She spent much of her life in Laurel and Clarksville, MD, where she built a home centered on family, service, and community. She was preceded...

Dec 16, 2025

Mary Louise Lawson, 88, died at home in Columbia, Maryland, on December 16, 2025.

Mary was born in 1937 in Ontonagon, Michigan, to Fannie Johnson and Francis Victor Johnson. She liked to joke about the class="u_1485207876 widget-2d918b dmCustomWidget" data-lazy-load="false" data-title="" id="1485207876" dmle_extension="custom_extension" data-element-type="custom_extension" lock-element-for-editing="true" icon="false" surround="false" prize her mom won after entering her photo in a "Prettiest Baby" contest. The family soon moved to Portland, Oregon, where Mary's dad was...

Dec 13, 2025

Shirley “Mitzi” Weinstein

July 21, 1946 — December 13, 2025

Ellicott City, Maryland

Shirley “Mitzi” Weinstein, 79, loving wife, devoted mother and grandmother, amazing sister, wonderful aunt and cousin, and a caring and genuine friend to so many, sadly passed away on December 13, 2025.

Shirley, or as most of her friends and loved ones knew her, Mitzi, was a strong-willed woman who valued...

Dec 7, 2025

Richard David Beall passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025 at the age of 71. Born on July 16, 1954 in Cheverly, MD, he was the son of Richard Vernon and Hester Mae Beall of Laurel, MD.

Richard was a proud member of the Laurel Senior High School Class of 1972. Upon graduation he worked for Boyd Tank Lines as a...

Dec 2, 2025

Lorin Ellsworth Hippen went home to Jesus on December 2, 2025 at age 93.Lorin held an unwavering faith in God and a deep love for his wife and family. He delighted in others, finding true joy in comradery and a good laugh. He embraced life with enthusiasm and a remarkable sense of fun, leaving a legacy of happy memories. Lorin...

Dec 2, 2025

Carrie Ellen (Spear) Vix, age 43, of Glenelg, Maryland, passed away suddenly on December 2, 2025, at her home.

Born in Evansville, IN, December 11, 1981, to Charleen (Browning) Spear and Robert Kenneth Spear, M.D., Carrie grew up in Evansville, attending Memorial High School, where she played on the tennis team for four years, graduating with the class of 2000. She...

Dec 1, 2025

Thomas V. Dillon, 77, passed away suddenly on December 1, 2025.

If a life well lived is measured by the intangible values of steadfastness and service, Tom Dillon lived well.

All those who knew him can describe an instance when he showed up to meet whatever the need: a pipe to be fixed, a hand to be held, an honest conversation to...

Nov 28, 2025

Our dear Mr. Rajan Thambi took his last breath on Friday, November 28, 2025, with his son by his side.

Born on January 29, 1955, in Jabalpur, India, to Late Dharam Raj Thambi and Kamala Thamby. He attended Spicer Memorial College in Pune, India, where he majored in Theology and studied Modern Indian History and Education.

After completing his studies, Rajan began...

Nov 25, 2025

Robert Everette Elder, ninety years of age and a resident of Elkridge, Maryland, passed away on November 25, 2025.

He was born on August 26, 1935, to the late Mick Everette Elder and Virginia Richmond Elder.

Mr. Elder was a faithful member of Burtonsville Baptist Church. He proudly served his country as a member of the Navy Seabees and Reserves from 1955...

Nov 22, 2025

With heavy hearts, our family shares that Francis Michael Werle, known affectionately as Frank to his friends and loved ones, passed away on November 22, 2025. He was a loving and proud father, grandfather, and brother who filled our lives with love, laughter, and countless memories.

Frank was born in Washington, DC on October 17, 1957 to George and Roberta Werle....

Nov 21, 2025

Carl Buhlman of Glenwood, MD passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025.  He was born in 1938 in Brooklyn, New York to Charles Oscar Buhlman and Hilda Regina Kizina. He graduated from the City College of New York and received a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1961. He also received a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University...

Nov 20, 2025

Dianne Bukoski, 85, died peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones on November 20th, 2025.

Growing up in Rochester, NY, she attended St. Agnes High School and developed her lifelong love of dance and music. She received her undergraduate nursing degree from Nazareth College while working at Strong Memorial Hospital. While mentors there recommended she attend medical school, she knew...

Nov 19, 2025

Patricia Ann Maiolo of Ellicott City, Maryland, passed away on November 19, 2025 at the age of 87.

Pat was born on April 26,1938, to Clarence Walker and Theresa Henley Walker in Washington, D.C.

She was a longtime member of St. John the Evangelist parish in Silver Spring and a proud retired Montgomery County Crossing Guard.

Pat was a duckpin bowler, softball coach,...