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Doris Ann Hilton

Doris Ann Hilton

Dec 22, 2024

On December 22nd, Doris Ann Hilton stepped into a new body. One not ravaged by cancer. She was an 18-year breast cancer survivor. Doris had plans like we all do even at 85 years of age and was always on the move. She received a diagnosis of terminal pancreatic cancer in November and simply stated, “such is life, I’m not...

Gregory Alan Cole, Sr.

Gregory Alan Cole, Sr.

Dec 22, 2024

Gregory Alan Cole, Sr. of Mercersburg, PA passed away on December 22nd, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. 

Greg was born on November 25th, 1946 in Welsh Run, PA to parents James B. Cole, JR and Goldie (Mummert) Cole. He graduated from South Hagerstown High School in 1964, before joining the US Navy. 

After his naval service, he worked...

Elizabeth J. "Betty" Barger

Elizabeth J. "Betty" Barger

Dec 22, 2024

Elizabeth J. "Betty" Barger, 85, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Fahrney-Keedy Nursing Home, Boonsboro, Md.

Born August 19, 1939 in Hagerstown she was the daughter of the late, James F. and Catherine (Tribby) Barger.

Betty received a BS Degree from Towson University, a Masters Degree from the University of Hawaii and a Doctorate in Education from George...

Samuel Kenneth Bonebrake, Jr.

Samuel Kenneth Bonebrake, Jr.

Dec 21, 2024

Samuel Kenneth Bonebrake, Jr., passed away at his home on December 21, 2024. Born on May 25, 1942, he was the son of the late Samuel Bonebrake, Sr. and Louise (Williamson) Bonebrake.

Samuel is preceded in death by his wife of nearly 40 years, Sylvia Yvonne (Cantner) Bonebrake in 2013. His three sisters, Kaye Bonebrake, Maryann (Bonebrake) Baker, and Brenda Bonebrake...

Ronald Albert Cline

Ronald Albert Cline

Dec 21, 2024

Ronald Albert Cline, 88, passed away December 21, 2024. He was the spouse of Emma Jane(Conrad) Cline. He was born April 10, 1936, in Washington, DC and later moved to Hagerstown. He was the son of the late Elmer Tracy and Ella Florence (Wilhide) Cline.

 He was a 1954graduate of Hagerstown High School and a 1958 graduate of the University of...

Myra Marie Constable

Myra Marie Constable

Dec 17, 2024

Myra Marie Harshman-Constable, 81, of Hagerstown, MD, left us peacefully at home on December 17th, surrounded by the love of family and friends. Myra was a young 81, full of life and more energy than most in her family. She enjoyed bowling, lunching with friends, and traveling with family. She will be remembered for her love of family, traditions and...

Barbara Kathleen Marconi

Barbara Kathleen Marconi

Dec 13, 2024

Barbara Kathleen Marconi, 87, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Friday, December 13, 2024 at her home.

Born November 19, 1937 in Hagerstown, she was the daughter of the late, James Frederick Leckrone and Kathleen Elizabeth (Plack) Leckrone. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Thomas Michael Marconi; a sister, Nancy...

Donna Kay Weiser

Donna Kay Weiser

Dec 13, 2024

Donna Kay Weiser, 81, of Greencastle, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully on Friday, December 13th. Born on October 28, 1943, Hagerstown, Md. she was the daughter of the late Ivan G. Hull and Betty (Brant) Hull.

A proud graduate of South Hagerstown High School, Class of 1961, Donna married the love of her life, Allen Weiser, in 1965. Together, they built a...

Willabelle Katherine Stottlemyer

Willabelle Katherine Stottlemyer

Dec 9, 2024

Willabelle (Willie) Katherine Stottlemyer, of Hagerstown, MD passed away on December 9,2024 at the age of 94 in UPMC Harrisburg, PA.

Willabelle was born in Shaw, WV. She was the daughter of the late Retha Slade, Stepfather James Slade, and Father Ralph Poling.

She was employed by the Washington County Hospital, Fahrney Keedy Retirement Home, and Co- owner of George and Willies...

Claudette Lee Henson

Claudette Lee Henson

Dec 4, 2024

Claudette Henson of Hagerstown, MD passed away peacefully on Dec. 4, surrounded by family. She was born on Sept. 19, 1939, in Sharpsburg, MD. She was a lifelong resident of Hagerstown, and a member of St. Mary’s Church. Most of her adult life she worked in childcare.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Otho Palmer and Catherine Palmer Graff,...

Jack A Near

Jack A Near

Dec 4, 2024

Jack A Near, 93, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, at Creekside Village in his hometown of Hagerstown, Maryland. Born on April 13, 1931, to the late Harold S. Near and Clara Elizabeth (Painter) Besore.

 He is survived by his loving daughters, Kathy Tucker, Sharon Near, Lee Ann Aikens, and Peggy Ashton and his sons, Jack Near Jr. and Jay...

Vaughn (Monty) Montgomery Zimmerman

Vaughn (Monty) Montgomery Zimmerman

Dec 3, 2024

Vaughn (Monty) Montgomery Zimmerman, 62, passed away on December 3, 2024, at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown, Maryland. Monty was born on September 3, 1962, in Hagerstown, Maryland to the late Sydney Vaughn Zimmerman and Abby Jean Zimmerman.

Monty is survived by his wife, Amanda, sons, Vaughn, and Dylan (Kassie), one grandson, his pride and joy, Jayden, one sister, Kim Petrucci (Tony),...

Hazel “Becky” Rebecca Smith

Hazel “Becky” Rebecca Smith

Nov 30, 2024

Hazel Rebecca “Becky” Smith

Becky passed away November 30 at Meritus Hospital, Hagerstown MD. Born in Hagerstown October 12, 1947, second child of Ruth & Mick Stevens, both deceased. She was raised in Hagerstown/Williamsport area and attended schools in Funkstown, Downsville, and Williamsport, where she graduated from Williamsport High School in 1965.

She was employed over 45 years with various businesses in...

Cheryl Jean Wilhide

Cheryl Jean Wilhide

Nov 27, 2024

Cheryl Jean Wilhide, born on September 4, 1958, passed away on November 27, 2024 in Hagerstown, Maryland. 

A graveside service will be held at Rest Haven Cemetery, 1601 Pennsylvania Avenue, Hagerstown, MD 21742 on December 7, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.

Albert Linwood Keyser III

Albert Linwood Keyser III

Nov 27, 2024

Albert Linwood Keyser, III, 78, of Waynesboro, Pa., passed away, Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Nursing, Chambersburg, Pa.

Born January 20, 1946 in Hagerstown, Md. he was the son of the late, Albert L. Keyser, Jr. and Ruth I. (Bartles) Keyser. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by a sister, Rebecca Horst.

Mr....

Nancy Kay Barnhart

Nancy Kay Barnhart

Nov 17, 2024



 Nancy Kay Barnhart age 74, passed away November 17th, 2024, peacefully at the Nursing Home where she resided at, Julia Manor in Hagerstown, MD surrounded by her Loved ones. Born October 20, 1950, in Williamsport, MD to the parents of the late Kenneth and Nancy (Malott) Myers.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Walter...

Dolores Ann Wilson

Dolores Ann Wilson

Nov 15, 2024

Dolores Ann (Reynolds) Wilson, 79, of Ellicott City, MD passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, November 15, 2024, following a long illness. 

 Born January 6, 1945, in Washington DC, Dolores was the daughter of the late Carrie Mae Reynolds. She lived much of her childhood in West Virginia before moving to Gaithersburg, MD where she graduated from Gaithersburg High...

Joanna Dixon

Joanna Dixon

Nov 15, 2024

Joanna Dixon, 83, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. 

 Joanna was a one-of-a-kind woman whose energy was infectious. She gave to others and always had a seat at the table for family, friends and strangers. 

 Joanna had a special love for her family and her dog and constant companion Sophie. She enjoyed spending her...

Dixie Lee Blair

Dixie Lee Blair

Nov 11, 2024

Dixie Lee Blair, 75, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Monday, November 11, 2024, at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown.Born August 2, 1949, in Hagerstown she was the daughter of the late, Richard C. and Doris L. (McNamee) Blair. In addition to her parents, she also was preceded in death by a sister, Nellie Craft and a brother-in-law, Gary Craft.Dixie had worked...

Calvin Lee Davis

Calvin Lee Davis

Nov 8, 2024

Calvin Lee Davis, 49, of Hagerstown, Maryland, died Friday, November 8, 2024 in Hagerstown, Maryland. Mr. Davis was born March 17, 1975 in Martinsburg West Virginia. He proceeded in death by his Mother and Father, Calvin Jr and Debbie Davis. Calvin was a wonderful friend, son, brother, nephew and Uncle. He is survived by his one Brother Thomas Davis “TD”,...

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