Obituaries

Paula Straka

Feb 10, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Paula M. Straka, beloved daughter, sister, and friend. Paula was born to Frank and Shirley Straka on July 6, 1960 and departed this life on February 10, 2025.

Paula is also survived by her brother Kevin Straka and his wife Gabriele, and her cherished niece, Heidi Birdsong and her husband...

David Vernon Grammer

Feb 9, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of David Vernon Grammer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this life on February 9, 2025, at the age of 66. David was born on December 5, 1958, in Baltimore, to the late Robert Grammer and Helen Grammer. He spent his life in the Sparrows Point area,...

George Boswell

Feb 8, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of George Ronald Boswell, who left us peacefully on February 8, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on September 9, 1934, in Virginia, George spent much of his life working hard and enjoying the things he loved most.

George was a devoted supervisor at Bethlehem Steel, where he never...

Emmett Ray Thurston Sr.

Feb 7, 2025

Ray went to Heaven to be with his beloved wife Nettie Viola on February 7, 2025 at the age of 90. He was born to Roy J. Thurston and Alice L. (Simms) Thurston of Mineral, Virginia, the fourth of eight children. He is survived by his younger brother Gerald and his wife Sue, and predeceased by his siblings James, Ida...

Aspyn Lake de Wit

Feb 5, 2025

With heavy heart we announce the passing of Aspyn Lake de Wit, a precious little girl who left us to soon on February 5 2025 at 1 year old. On January 29 2024, Aspyn Lake brought immeasurable love and laughter to the lives of her parents, Derik de Wit and Danielle de Wit. Aspyn was an extremely smart, curious, and...

Jeffrey David Ricketts

Feb 5, 2025

Jeffrey went to be with his father and sister in Heaven.  He was born to Donald Ralph Ricketts, Sr. and Mary Cecilia (Tracey) Ricketts  He was one of six children in a very close knit family. He worked at Oak Crest Village as a Financial Analyst for the last 25 years! He loved gardening and taking care of his big...

Carolyn Privitera

Feb 4, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carolyn Mary Privitera, who departed this life peacefully on February 4, 2025. Carolyn was a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother.

Carolyn was married to her beloved husband, Joseph Privitera, for 51 years. Together, they built a beautiful family and celebrated the joys of life. She is survived by...

Marlena Jones

Feb 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marlena J. Jones, who left us peacefully on February 4, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on May 22, 1952, in Maryland.

Marlena's warmth and joy were evident in every aspect of her life. She found happiness in simple pleasures-scrapbooking cherished memories, completing jigsaw puzzles, and attending concerts that...

Mildred Kottraba

Feb 2, 2025

Mildred A. Kottraba, 91, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025. She was born on July 7, 1933, and was the beloved wife of the late Lester E. Kottraba, Sr. Mildred was a devoted mother to her son, Lester P. Kottraba, Sr., and a cherished grandmother to Lester P. Kottraba, Jr. and his wife Vickie, as well as Robert E....

Jacob Joe Espada

Feb 1, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jacob Joe Espada, who left us far too soon on February 1, 2025. Born on April 21, 1992, Jacob was a beloved son, father, brother, cousin, and friend.

Jacob was the cherished son of Joe and Elaina and the adored grandson of Awilda and Jose. He was a loving brother to Ashley, Jeremiah,...

Rosie Dickey

Feb 1, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rosie Jane Dickey, who left us peacefully at the age of 86 on February 1, 2025. Rosie was born on September 14, 1938, in West Virginia.

Rosie was a beloved wife to her late husband Robert Dickey, Loving mother to her sons Bob Dickey (wife Linda) and David...

Mary Woods

Jan 31, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Woods, a beloved mother and grandmother who left us on January 31, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on January 5, 1941, in North Carolina.

Mary was a devoted wife to her late husband Allen Haymon Woods, loving mother to her three children: Connie, Michael (wife...

Mary Flack

Jan 25, 2025

Mary M. Flack, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Baltimore, MD, on April 7, 1939.

Mary is survived by her loving children, Diane Elliott, Susan Kashen, Jane Flack, and Ronald Flack. Beloved Grandmother to 7 grandchildren and Great Grandmother to 6 great grandchildren. She also leaves behind...

Gerald Heins

Jan 24, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Robert Heins passed away on January 24, 2025 at the age of 68. He was born on November 2, 1956 in Youngstown, Ohio. He is preceded in death by his father and mother Robert and Cathy Heins, as well as his brother Rodney and sister Cheryl.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years,...

Rose Miller

Jan 23, 2025

Rose M. Miller, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, at the age of 89.

Rose was the cherished wife of Leroy Miller Sr., with whom she shared a deep and enduring love. She was a proud mother to Leroy Miller Jr. and Melissa Miller, who will carry forward her spirit...

Edward Fewster Jr.

Jan 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of our cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great great-grandfather, Edward Fewster Jr, who left us on January 20th, 2025, at the amazing age of 101 years old. A man of faith, strength, integrity, and unwavering love, he was the heart and soul of his family, the rock upon...

Nancy Mulcare

Jan 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nancy Ann Mulcare, who left us peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on March 16, 1947, in North Carolina.

Nancy is preceded in death by her late husband James Mulcare, sister Belinda, brother Ronald, and brother David.  She is survived by a host of loving...

Rosemarie Mitchell

Jan 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rosemarie Mitchell, who left us peacefully on January 19, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on September 26, 1949, in Maryland.

Rosemarie is survived by her children John Mitchell (wife Amanda), Keri Dodge (husband Scott), Grandmother to Lauren Mitchell, Isabella Mitchell, Ian Dodge and Evan Dodge. Sister...

Robert Michael Hoke Everhart

Jan 18, 2025

On January 18, 2025 Robert Michael Hoke Everhart member of the National Alliance of Fatboys beloved husband of Mary B. Everhart (nee Abshire); devoted father of Zachary R. M. Everhart and his girlfriend Brittany Lynn and Stephanie A. King and her husband Ryan; dear cousin of Jimmy T. Williams; brother in law of Sharon Eldridge and Robin Foster and her...

Dale Brigandi

Jan 18, 2025

Dale Edward Brigandi passed away on January 18, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on May 29, 1956, in Maryland.

Dale loved his family, beloved cook, and sports enthusiast for his favorite teams Baltimore Ravens and the Baltimore Orioles.

Dale is survived by his loving sister Patsy Augustyniak, brother Joseph Brigandi, and the late John Ferracci and Lois Bentley. Along with...