Obituaries

Alfred Nooft

Alfred Nooft

Aug 13, 2025

Alfred James Nooft, 85, of Baltimore, Maryland, went home to be with the Lord on August 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on February 12, 1940, in Baltimore to Jessie J. Nooft and Hazel Karp , Alfred was a man of hard work, loyalty, and love. He spent 40 years working for General Motors, where his dedication and skill...

Juan Melendez Jr.

Juan Melendez Jr.

Aug 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Juan Melendez Jr., who left us on August 10, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on February 17, 1971, in Maryland, Juan was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend.

Juan is the devoted son of Juan Melendez Sr. and the late Eileen as well as step-son...

Josephine G. Powers

Josephine G. Powers

Aug 10, 2025

Josephine G. Powers passed away August 10, 2025 at 5:16 AM at the age of 94. She was born on April 17, 1931 and was married to Donald Powers on June 15, 1953. Donald preceded her in death on September 11, 2010.

Josephine is survived by her 5 sons, 5 daughter-in-laws, 8 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She will also be...

John Dysard

John Dysard

Aug 9, 2025

John Frederick Dysard, Sr. (Fred)

April 30, 1935 - August 9, 2025

John Frederick Dysard, Sr. (Fred), age 90, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary Cimino, his father, Blair Dysard, and his loving stepfather, Sal Cimino.

Fred is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Ida Mae Dysard, and their children: Renee Twilley (Jason),...

Ernest Paul Young

Ernest Paul Young

Aug 7, 2025

Ernest Paul Young (Ernie) sadly passed away on August 7th surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Catherine (Cass), daughters Kathy (husband Bobby), Sharon, and Carol (husband Bob). He was a loving Grandfather to Melissa (husband Craig), Nicholas, Christopher (wife Kristi), Travis (wife Katie), Brandon (partner Abby), Lauren (fiancé Matt), and the late...

Gerald McLyman

Gerald McLyman

Aug 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gerald N. McLyman Sr., a beloved, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who departed from this life on August 7, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on July 9, 1941, in Maryland, Gerald spent his life dedicated to his family and work as a firefighter.Gerald is the beloved husband...

Bobby J. Mahala

Bobby J. Mahala

Aug 7, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Bobby J. Mahala, a beloved father, grandfather, and brother, who left us on August 7, 2025. Born on March 29, 1955, in Maryland, Bobby spent his life working as a roofer in the construction industry. He was known for his hard work, determination, and unwavering dedication to his family.Bobby...

Joyce Boehnlein

Joyce Boehnlein

Jul 30, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joyce A. Boehnlein, who passed on July 30, 2025, at the age of 81.Joyce was a loving sister, dedicated cousin, and a cherished friend. She is survived by her brother Raymond Boehnlein, sister Elaine Sverjek, and cousin Pamela Farish, John Durkin, Anna Carr, Bernadine Farish along with many nieces,...

Tammy Daddino

Tammy Daddino

Jul 21, 2025

Tammy Lynn Daddino, 41, passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully to her eternal rest on July 21, 2025. She was born August 19, 1983, in Baltimore, MD, the daughter of Patricia Serio.

She attended Patapsco High School in Dundalk where she was a valuable member of the varsity soccer team. Following her graduation, she attended the Medix School where she received...

Michael Delfosse

Michael Delfosse

Jul 21, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael E. Delfosse, who left this world on July 21, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on March 27, 1971, in Maryland, Michael was a beloved brother, uncle, and dear friend.Michael was a devoted professional in the kitchen remodeling industry, where he found joy and passion in his...

Timothy "Timmy" Underwood

Timothy "Timmy" Underwood

Jul 21, 2025

Timothy Shawn Underwood, 58, of Dundalk, passed away peacefully in his home alongside his family on July 21st, 2025.

Born on March 17, 1967, Tim was the 4th son to William Underwood, Sr. (Ted) and Gladys Underwood. He graduated from Dundalk High School, Class of 1985. At the time of his death, he was employed by Washington DC Fire Department Facility...

Joseph Byer

Joseph Byer

Jul 20, 2025

 Joseph "Joe" Byer passed away on July 20th, 2025. He was a son, brother, husband, dad and his favorite title a JoPa. Now what is a JoPa? A JoPa is a grandfather but more fun! You would often find him in a homemade JoPa shirt or a #1 JoPa hat. Pictures filled his phone and adorned his keychain. His love of cartoons and mascots kept him young at heart.  

Although...

Jeannette Jones

Jeannette Jones

Jul 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeannette C. Jones, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us peacefully on July 20, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on January 30, 1934, in Maryland.Jeannette, the cherished wife of the late William Jones, beloved mother to her two sons, Robbie (wife Lora) and Richard (wife...

Yvonne D. Shirk

Yvonne D. Shirk

Jul 18, 2025

Yvonne D. Shirk, 59, of Dundalk, Maryland, passed away on July 18, 2025.

Yvonne is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Rodney D. Shirk; her daughter, Brittany Shirk, and her partner, Stephen Knickman; her son, Dakota Shirk, and his wife, Alyssa Shirk; her brother, Carmine Cresta II; and her cherished grandchildren, Lydia Knickman and Lux Knickman.

She was preceded in...

Linda Elizabeth Kates

Linda Elizabeth Kates

Jul 18, 2025

Linda Elizabeth Kates, 77 passed July 18, 2025, she was the wife of the late Clarence Kates, mother of Keith Kates and wife Christine, Kurt Kates and Patsy Flannigan, grandmother of Julianna Orozco and husband Andrew, Jacob Kates and Cameron Kates, great grandmother of Charles, sister of Patsy Gnacek, the late Mary Wright, the late Leo Nozeika, Robert Nozeika, Andrew...

Dawn E. Simpson

Dawn E. Simpson

Jul 17, 2025

Dawn Elaine Simpson, 67 of Dundalk, passed away Thursday July 17, 2025. She was the mother of Jennifer Wood and husband Brian and the late Mark Simpson Jr., grandmother of Michael Wood and Janae Johnson, Tyler Wood and Torgan and Emily McFeaters, sister of Jackie Umphlett and husband Bill.

Dawn had a passion for helping her community and devoted an endless...

Alice Bright

Alice Bright

Jul 13, 2025

On July 13, 2025, Alice Marie Bright passed away. Alice was a life long resident of Baltimore and devoted wife of 71 years to husband Ronald Bright. Loving mother of Mark Bright and Kathy Chmielewski. Also survived by son-in-law Michael and two grandchildren, Kristen and Gregory and one great-grandchild Savannah.

Alice grew up in a family of six sisters...

Alinda Poole

Alinda Poole

Jul 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alinda Christine Poole, who left us on July 12, 2025, just shy of her 50th birthday. Born on July 16, 1975, in Korea, Alinda was a vibrant spirit who made her home in Dundalk, MD.Alinda was a loving mother to her daughters, Ananda and Tyra Poole, her son, Averie Brown...

David Lau

David Lau

Jul 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Lee Lau Jr. Born in Maryland, David brought joy, laughter, and love to those who knew him. He was the beloved partner of Karen Fox and cherished son of Barbara Lau and the late David Lee Lau Sr. David was also a dear brother to the late Michael...

Doris "Cookie" Waters

Doris "Cookie" Waters

Jul 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris "Cookie" Waters, who left us peacefully on July 12, 2025, at the age of 81. Cookie was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, who touched the lives of many.Cookie lived a life filled with love and laughter. Known for her love of dancing and singing karaoke,...