Local obituaries for Kingsville, Overlea/Nottingham, and Surrounding Areas
Frederick Waire, Jr.
Feb 18, 2026
On February 18, 2026, Frederick Waire, Jr. passed away; beloved husband of Mabel Elizabeth Waire (nee Baxter); devoted father of Jill E. Mikros and her husband Steve, Donna Mairose and her husband Tim and Frederick H. Waire and his wife Deanna; loving grandfather of Scott Tomlinson, Nick Mikros, and Emily Waire; brother of Doug Waire and his wife Paula and...
Mary Frances Smith
Feb 12, 2026
Mary Frances Smith passed peacefully on February 12, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Melvin Thomas Smith; devoted mother of Matthew Thomas Smith and his wife, Jennifer Smith; and cherished grandmother of Sawyer Smith, Tucker Smith, and Piper Smith. She was the loving daughter of the late Pearl J. Clark and dear sister of Lester, Sue, Elizabeth, and Mildred.
Mary...
Sharon Anne Waddill
Feb 9, 2026
Sharon Anne (nee Simmons) Waddill passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, with her devoted daughter by her side. Sharon was the beloved wife of the late Albert F. Waddill and a cherished and loving mother to Kimberly J. Kraus and her husband David, who were the center of her world.
She was preceded in death by her dear brothers, Lawrence Simmons,...
John E. Bresnan
Feb 5, 2026
On February 5, 2026, John E. Bresnan passed away; he is survived by his wife and partner, Denise Boznango-Bresnan and their two devoted rescue dogs, Jessa and Dylan; he is predeceased by his parents John D. and Jeanne Shipley Bresnan and his grandmother, Gladys Shipley. He attended Archbishop Curley High School, continued his education at Hofstra University where he received...
Mary Theresa Hebermehl
Feb 4, 2026
Mary T. Hebermehl (nee Kinlein) passed away peacefully at home, with loving family at her side, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. She was loved for over 100 years by family and friends.
Visiting at the E.F. Lassahn Funeral Home, P.A., 11750 Belair Road (Kingsville) on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9-10:30 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at...
Anthony Robert Lambiase
Feb 4, 2026
On February 4, 2026 Anthony Robert Lambiase passed away; beloved husband of Eleanor Lambiase (nee Kalendek); devoted father of Laura Bravo and her husband James and Anthony McLaughlin and his wife Ann; cherished grandfather of Connor Bravo and Stanley and Christina McLaughlin; also survived by many great-grandchildren.
Visiting at the E.F. Lassahn Funeral Home, P.A., 11750 Belair Road (Kingsville), on Friday,...
Thomas George Eckhardt
Jan 29, 2026
Thomas George Eckhardt passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Tom lived a life rooted in love, dedication, and quiet strength.
Tom was the beloved husband of 65 years to Elaine A. (nee Wild) Eckhardt, the love of his life and constant companion. Their marriage was...
Austin Samuel Grodnitzky
Jan 27, 2026
Austin Samuel Grodnitzky passed away on January 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories that will forever live in the hearts of those who knew him.Austin was the loving father of Annabelle Grodnitzky, who was always held close in his heart and soul. He was the cherished son of Dawn Elizabeth (née West) Grodnitzky and...
Vickie Jean Wallis
Jan 26, 2026
Vickie Jean Wallis (née Riffee) passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Charles H. Wallis and the devoted mother of Cassie Wallis (partner Dina Finato). Vickie was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Vernon Riffee Sr. and Genevieve Riffee (née Pacheco), as well as her brothers Rodney Riffee and Floyd Riffee Jr. She...
Ethel Margaret Hipley
Jan 24, 2026
On January 24, 2026, Ethel M. Hipley (nee Unkart) passed away; beloved wife of the late John Edward Hipley; devoted mother of the late Melody A. Manuel and Linda M. Lutman; loving grandmother of Gary R. Manuel Jr.; sister of the late Thelma “Sally” Mae Dalton, John “Butch” Unkart and Ernest “Toots” Unkart; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visiting...
Esther Balles
Jan 21, 2026
Esther Balles passed peacefully on January 21, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward Joseph Balles. Esther is lovingly remembered by her son, Philip A. Balles, and his wife, Deborah W. Balles; her grandchildren, Christopher Balles, Michael Balles, and Sarah Balles; and her cherished great-grandchildren, Lyla Balles and Lucas Ariza.
Visitation will be held at Lassahn Funeral...
Kenneth Keith King
Jan 20, 2026
Kenneth Keith King passed peacefully on January 20, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Patricia Lou King (nee Shellahamer) and the devoted son of the late William King Sr. and the late Callie King (nee Hammric). Kenneth was a loving father to Robert King and his wife Angela, Ralph King and his wife Loreen, Victoria Ambrozewicz and her husband...
Dale Alan Weldy
Jan 16, 2026
On January 16, 2026, Dale A. Weldy passed away. He was born on October 5, 1951 to his late parents, George W. and Norma Jane Haywald Weldy. Dale is survived by his brother Mark Weldy (Mary), his loving companion Lisa Ayers and his good friend Joey Rieger.
Visiting at the E.F. Lassahn Funeral Home, P.A., 11750 Belair Road (Kingsville) on Wednesday,...
Elbert Ronald Cooke, Jr.
Jan 11, 2026
On January 11, 2026, Elbert Ronald Cooke, Jr., born August 31, 1941, was called peacefully to glory from the loving home of his daughter and son-in-law, where he thanked God that he lived every day.
He was the son of loving and faith-filled parents Elbert Ronald Cooke, Sr., and Anna (Fritsch) Cooke, whom he is now embracing in heaven.
He lived at...
Anna Margaret Sain
Jan 11, 2026
Anna Sain passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories that will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
She was the beloved wife of the late Earl L. Sain and a devoted mother to Michael Sain and his wife Barbara Matthews, David Sain and his wife Cyndi,...
Ruth Marie Diepold
Jan 9, 2026
Ruth Marie Diepold (nee Mallison) passed away on Friday January 9, 2026.
Devoted wife of Elmer John Diepold (deceased), Beloved Mother of Kenneth J. Diepold and his wife Joyce, and Sharyn E. Diepold and her partner, Kevin J. Reals. Beloved Mom-Mom, to Amy Black and her husband Shannon, Sarah Thacker and her husband Phil, Heather Rezek and her husband Paul and...
Martin Dale Pennewill, Jr.
Jan 8, 2026
On January 8, 2026, Martin Dale Pennewill, Jr. passed away; beloved husband of the late Karen J. Pennewill (nee Ward); devoted father of Brian Pennewill and his wife Becki and Bruce Pennewill and his wife Donna, loving grandfather of Kara Pennewill, Kristin Pennewill, Kaylin Graber and her husband Matthew and Kyle Pennewill and his wife Sammantha; great-grandfather of Ava and...
Doris Lee Rider
Jan 5, 2026
Doris Lee Rider peacefully passed away on January 5, 2026. She was the beloved wife of 61 years to Paul Rider, Sr.; the devoted mother of Donna Ruff and the late Paul Rider, Jr.; loving grandmother of Emily French and her husband John, Jessica Ruff, and Andrew Ruff; and the cherished great-grandmother of Hayden and Beau French. She was the...
Carol L. Waldhauser
Jan 5, 2026
On January 5, 2026, Carol L. Waldhauser (nee Morrison) passed away; beloved wife of Robert C. Waldhauser; devoted mother of Michele Steppe and her husband Randy, Steven Waldhauser and his wife Linda, Scott Waldhauser and his wife Debra, David Waldhauser and his wife Cyndi and the late John Waldhauser and his wife Pam; sister of the late David Morrison and...
Barbara May Richardson
Jan 4, 2026
Barbara (née Meyers) Richardson peacefully passed away on January 4, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late William W. Richardson and the devoted daughter of the late Martin and Lillian (née Arminger) Meyers.
Barbara was a loving mother to Marty, John, Diane, Leslie, Wesley and the late Don, and a cherished grandmother to Marty, Mandy, Christopher, Leanna, Jamie, Nancy,...




