OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Kingsville, Overlea/Nottingham, and Surrounding Areas

Ruth E. Gilland

Ruth E. Gilland

Oct 14, 2024

On October 14, 2024, Ruth E. Gilland passed away; Ruth was employed in trust departments for banks for over 40 years. She loved traveling and holiday baking. She was a very active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church (Parkville) and longtime participant in the Busy Bees at her church. She is survived by her brother Roland Gilland and her nieces...

Carolyn Jean Keesecker

Carolyn Jean Keesecker

Oct 5, 2024

On October 5, 2024, Carolyn “Jean” Keesecker peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of caring, dedication, and a love for both people and animals. Jean was the beloved daughter of the late Oates “Jack” and Lillian. She was a cherished sister of Wally and Kay, a dear sister-in-law to Carla, and a loving aunt to her niece Crystalann and...

June Wells (Carr)

June Wells (Carr)

Oct 4, 2024

June (née Carr) Wells, peacefully passed away on October 4, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald Alfred Wells and the devoted mother of David Outen and his wife Peggy, as well as Donald Outen and his wife Janice. June was a loving grandmother to James Outen and his wife Kate, David R. Outen, Katharine Outen and...

Louise Doris Tanner (Laudenklos)

Louise Doris Tanner (Laudenklos)

Oct 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Louise Doris (nee Laudenklos) Tanner on October 3, 2024. Louise was the beloved wife of Ronald Bernard Tanner, sharing 56 years of love and devotion. Together, they built a beautiful family, and Louise was a proud and nurturing mother to Matthew Brian Tanner (wife Jennifer), Jason Bernard Tanner...

Robert John Buchanan

Robert John Buchanan

Oct 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Robert John Buchanan on October 3, 2024. Robert was the beloved son of the late John James Buchanan and Florence Christine (née Aubil) Buchanan. He was a devoted brother to Dale Buchanan, Donald Buchanan and his wife Diane, and David Buchanan and his wife Michelle Ryan. Robert was...

Catherine Ann Lang (Finney)

Catherine Ann Lang (Finney)

Oct 3, 2024

Catherine Ann (née Finney) Lang passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Carl L. Lang and will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.

Catherine had a deep love for animals, and her cherished dogs, Bella and the late Angel, Mattie, and Nikki, held a special place in...

Kenneth J. Schminke

Kenneth J. Schminke

Oct 3, 2024

On October 3, 2024, Kenneth J. Schminke passed away; beloved husband of the late Merry V. Schminke (nee Gehrman); devoted father of Donna Harrison and her late husband Glenn and the late Kenneth J. Schminke, Jr. and his wife Dolly; loving grandfather of Heather Allen and her husband Jeffrey, Ginny Yaussy and her husband Nathan, Rashelle Eney and her husband...

Lawrence John Aubrey

Lawrence John Aubrey

Oct 1, 2024

On October 1, 2024, Lawrence "Larry" John Aubrey peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Larry was the devoted son of the late Elmer Gilland Aubrey and the late Vivian Augusta (née Class) Aubrey. He was a beloved brother to Elaine Lawrence (husband Don), Patricia Morrone (husband Joseph), Raymond Aubrey (wife Cheryl), and Robin Davids...

Richard Reuling Borig Jr.

Richard Reuling Borig Jr.

Sep 20, 2024

Richard was born in Brunswick, Georgia, where his father was stationed in

the Navy. The family moved back to the Baltimore area when Richard was

two and although they moved several times, they never ventured far from

Baltimore. He graduated high school in 1971 from Parkdale High School in

Riverdale, Md.

He held many jobs in the building industry, always honing his skills as he

went....

Andrew Michael Makowiecki Sr.

Andrew Michael Makowiecki Sr.

Sep 19, 2024

Andrew Michael Makowiecki, Sr., age 84, of Overlea, MD, went home to be with the Lord on September 19, 2024. Andrew was a wonderful husband, father, brother, and friend. He graduated from Patterson High School of Baltimore, worked for First National Bank, then was drafted into the Army, where he spent two years stationed in Fort Bragg, NC. His professional...

Brian P. Moore

Brian P. Moore

Sep 18, 2024

On September 18, 2024, Brian P. Moore passed away; Brian loved the outdoors and fishing; he is the devoted brother of Calvin E. Moore, Jr. and his wife Ellen; cherished uncle of Christopher Moore and Kimberly Moore and her husband Daniel Maskell.

A celebration of life will be held at the E.F. Lassahn Funeral Home, P.A., 11750 Belair Road (Kingsville)...

William Thomas "Bill" Friese

William Thomas "Bill" Friese

Sep 12, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William Thomas “Bill” Friese on September 12, 2024. Bill was a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. He was the devoted son of William Charles and Mary Patricia (nee O’Farrell) Friese, and a dear brother to Ann Elizabeth Pollack and her husband, Bret. As a cherished uncle to Thomas and...

Nancy  C. Zaharis (Burnham)

Nancy C. Zaharis (Burnham)

Sep 11, 2024

On September 11, 2024, Nancy C. Zaharis peacefully passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. She was the cherished wife of the late John K. Zaharis, Sr., and a devoted mother to Sophia Jennings, Chris Zaharis, and the late Gus and John Zaharis, Jr. Nancy’s nurturing spirit extended to her grandchildren, Kelly Green, Matthew Jennings, Julie Callahan...

Eugene S. Adkins Sr.

Eugene S. Adkins Sr.

Sep 11, 2024

On September 11, 2024, Eugene S. Adkins, Sr. passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and family. Eugene was the beloved husband of the late Emma (née Senate) Adkins and a devoted father to Rhonda Erb and her husband Leonard, and Eugene “Gene” Adkins, Jr. and his wife Margaret. He was a proud and loving grandfather to...

Barbara Howard Carduner

Barbara Howard Carduner

Sep 11, 2024

On September 11, 2024, Barbara (née Howard) Carduner passed away peacefully. Barbara was the beloved wife of John G. Carduner for 32 years. She was the devoted daughter of the late Edward and Bertha (née Melvin) Howard, and a cherished sister to Ann McCormick and John Howard and his wife, Lynn. She is also survived by her nephew, Colin Howard,...

Mary Elizabeth Hunter-Tabassi

Mary Elizabeth Hunter-Tabassi

Sep 10, 2024

On September 10, 2024, with her loving daughter by her side, Mary Elizabeth Hunter-Tabassi passed away peacefully. She was the cherished daughter of Ernest Paul Hunter, Sr., and the late Lila Dell (née McGinnis) Hunter. A devoted mother, she is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Tara Marie Bahareh Tabassi. Mary was the beloved sister of Clare J. Alford and her...

Marian F. Wockenfuss (Buettner)

Marian F. Wockenfuss (Buettner)

Sep 6, 2024

On September 6, 2024, Marian F. Wockenfuss (nee Buettner) passed away; beloved wife of the late Herman L. Wockenfuss; devoted mother of Carole Hemphill and her husband Larry, Paul Wockenfuss and his wife Lynn, and Joan Scherch and her husband Ron; loving grandmother of nine grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildern.

Visitation at the E.F. Lassahn Funeral Home, P.A., 11750...

Norma Ann Debus (Bell)

Norma Ann Debus (Bell)

Sep 3, 2024

Norma Ann Bell DeBus passed away peacefully on September 3, 2024, with her devoted daughter by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph H. DeBus and a cherished, loving mother to her daughter, Sandra JoAnn DeBus.

A graveside service will be held in her honor at Parkwood Cemetery on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 10:00 AM.

Sandra expresses...

F. Wayne Sellman

F. Wayne Sellman

Aug 31, 2024

On August 31, 2024, F. Wayne Sellman Passed away; beloved husband of Mary Ann Sellman (nee Peisinger); devoted father of Michael Sellman and his wife Jennifer, and Steven and Charles Sellman; loving grandfather of Alexandria and Michael Sellman; brother of Geraldine Sellman; uncle of Lisa Otlowsky; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Visiting at the Lassahn Funeral Home, Inc.,...

Frieda Maria Ratych (Simonik)

Frieda Maria Ratych (Simonik)

Aug 27, 2024

On August 27, 2024, Frieda Maria Ratych (née Simonik) passed away, she was born Dec 6 1930 in the town of Stará Ľubovňa, Czechoslovakia. Daughter of Juliana and Peter Simonik; wife of Alexander Peter Ratych; mother of Paul and Steven Ratych; mother in law of Christine Ratych (wife of Paul Ratych); grandmother of Joseph, Adam Jessica, Kaitlyn, Andrew and Nicholas...

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