Obituaries
Henry Stickell
Apr 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Henry Nelson Stickell
August 1, 1943 – April 14, 2025
Henry Nelson Stickell, Masters in Library Service, aged 81, of Woodbridge, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center in Edison Township, NJ.
Born on August 1, 1943, in Paw Paw, West Virginia, Henry was the beloved son of the...
Howard E. "Pappy" Patterson
Apr 14, 2025
Howard Ernest "Pappy" "Pat" Patterson, 94, of Funkstown, Md., passed away, Monday, April 14, 2025 at the VAMC, Martinsburg, W.Va.
Born March 14, 1931 in Baltimore, Md. he was the son of the late, Howard E. Patterson, Sr. and Catherine T. (Schneider) Patterson. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by a son, Howard Patterson; a step...
Ana Villarroel Colla
Apr 10, 2025
Ana “Mama” Villarroel Colla, 85, of Waynesboro, PA, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Born October 24, 1939, in Argentina, she was the daughter of the late Luis Alberto Villarroel and Catalina Villarroel.
Ana was preceded in death by one brother, Manuel Villarroel.
She was a head nurse in Argentina until the age of 25, then worked as a registered nurse for 40...
Lambert Kienuwa Okoro
Apr 7, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lambert Kienuwa Okoro, a beloved father, husband, son, brother, and friend, who left us on April 7, 2025, at the age of 61. Lambert was born on August 15, 1964, in Obalende, Lagos.
He lived a life filled with love, laughter, and generosity, touching the hearts of everyone who knew...
Emmert Peter Stine
Apr 6, 2025
Emmert P. Stine, 95, of Williamsport, MD passed away on Sunday, April 6th, 2025, at the Martinsburg VA Medical Center. Born August 23, 1929, in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Wesley and Lelia (Hoover) Stine.
He was married to his late wife, Betty Stine, for almost 70 years. He served in the National Guard (1945-1946) and went...
Cynthia Jean Bloom
Apr 5, 2025
Cynthia Jean Bloom, born on February 10, 1961, departed this life on April 5, 2025, at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, Maryland. Born in Franklin County, PA, she is the daughter of the late Hazel Frances Sowers and Milton Arthur Bloom.
She was preceded in death by her parents and three grandchildren, whom she lovingly called “Beanies.” Though their time on...
Terry Lee Gerberich
Apr 5, 2025
Terry Lee Gerberich, 78 of Hagerstown, Maryland passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025, peacefully at Doey’s House in Hagerstown, Maryland. Born May 27, 1946, in Hagerstown, he is the son of the late Norman Gerberich and Emmie (Hines) Gerberich.
In addition to his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Yvonne (Litton) Gerberich, son, Todd Michael Gerberich, daughter;...
Robbie James Stenger
Apr 4, 2025
Robbie James Stenger, 53, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Friday, April 4, 2025 at his home.
Born April 24, 1971 in Hagerstown he was the son of Anna M. Hargett and the late, Michael Stenger.
Robbie was a 1990 graduate of North Hagerstown High School and a 1993 graduate of the Diesel Institute of America, Grantsville, Md.
Robbie was an owner operator truck...
Ralph Lowell Poe
Apr 2, 2025
Ralph Lowell Poe, 87, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
Born on August 1, 1937, he was the son of the late Randall C. Poe and Dorothy E. (Nestor) Poe.
Ralph worked as a heavy equipment operator and control room operator in the construction industry and Eastalco for his career.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially at...
Vincent Supplee Ruch, Jr.
Apr 2, 2025
Vincent Supplee Ruch Jr. (86) of Hagerstown, passed away on April 02, 2025, at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown MD.
Born December 22, 1939, in Chester, PA, he was the son of the late Vincent Supplee Ruch Sr, and Ruth (James) Ruch, Green.
Vince graduated from Annandale High School, Annandale, VA. The class of 1958 where he played on the baseball, football, and...
Donald Richardson
Apr 2, 2025
Donald Craig Richardson, 86, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away peacefully Wed, April 2nd at Doey's House, surrounded by loving family.
Born on March 4, 1939 in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Virginia and William Clark Richardson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Bill, George and Kenny Richardson as well as...
Dennis Wayne Drury
Apr 1, 2025
Dennis Wayne Drury, loving son, husband, father, grandfather and Pap Pap, 71, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, Md.
Born February 8, 1954 in Hagerstown the son of the late, Sally Ann Drury. In addition to his mother he also was preceded in death by,one brother, Ace and three sisters, Virginia,...
Linda Faye Welker Wilson
Apr 1, 2025
Linda Faye Welker Wilson, wife, mother, sister, friend and member of Willow Brook Seventh-Day Adventist Church, passed away on April 1, 2025 at the age of 79. She was born in Berks County Pennsylvania on May 10, 1945 to Edward and Birdella (Eckenroth) Welker.
She is survived by her sister Cherlyn Rader, Reading, PA, her brother, David Welker, of MD, her...
Judy Angelus Morningstar
Apr 1, 2025
Judy Angelus Morningstar, 85, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Julia Manor Nursing Home, Hagerstown.
Born May 11, 1939 in Morgan County West Virginia she was the daughter of the late, Arron Wyatt and Kathleen Ellen (Shepherd) Kesecker. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert Lee Morningstar, Sr....
Julia Lee Carter
Mar 30, 2025
Julia “Julie” Lee (Boyers) Carter, 75, of Hagerstown, MD, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Heritage Hills Retirement Home in Greencastle, Pa.
Born June 25, 1949 in Harrisonburg, Va., Julie was the daughter of the late Alfred and Charlotte “Connie” Boyers, and the late Sally and Edward Wise.
An avid reader, crafter and volunteer, Julie...
Patricia “Pat” Marie Beard
Mar 30, 2025
We deeply mourn the loss of Patricia “Pat” Beard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and retired elementary school teacher, who dedicated her life to shaping the minds and hearts of children in Washington County, Maryland for more than forty years. Pat died on March 30, 2025 at her home in Hagerstown following a long illness. At 90 years old, she led...
George William Rowe
Mar 29, 2025
George William Rowe, 83, of Waynesboro, PA, passed away on March 29, 2025. Born on August 22, 1941, he was the son of the late Paul Ellis Rowe and Myrtle Elizabeth Rudisill.
He is preceded in death by two sisters, Pauline Elizabeth Moniger, and Betty Jane Moniger, as well as grandson, Bryan Michael Carr.
He was a carpenter by trade who was...
Clayton Hays Burkholder
Mar 28, 2025
Clayton Hays Burkholder, 96, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025. Born on December 23, 1928, he was the son of the late Elwood McLaughlin Burkholder, Sr. and Rebecca Jane Worthington Burkholder.
Clayton is preceded in death by his first wife, Lillian Viola (Renner) Burkholder; second wife, Vivian Jeanette (Renner) Burkholder; daughter, Donna K. Burkholder; brother, Elwood M....
Donald Paul Gossard
Mar 23, 2025
Donald Paul Gossard 85 passed away on Sunday, March 23,2025 at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown. Born April 18,1939, in Hagerstown, Maryland, he was the son of the late Paul and Mary (Hull) Gossard.
In addition to his parent, he was preceded in death by his wife, Judith Ann (Whisner) Gossard.
A proud graduate of North Hagerstown High School, class of 1957,...
Kevin Scott Needy
Mar 18, 2025
Kevin "Scott" Needy, 59, of Smithsburg, Md., passed away, Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown, Md.
Born December 6, 1965 in Hagerstown he was the son of the late, Kenneth L. and Mary Catherine Foltz-Needy.
Scott was a self employed contractor with a generous spirit and a wide range of interests. He had a deep love for hockey, NASCAR,...
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