OBITUARIES

May 7, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Michelle Rose Jean-Pierre:

March 14, 1960- May 7, 2023

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michelle Rose Jean-Pierre, née Fontaine, a beloved mother, cherished grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who departed from this world on Sunday, May 7, 2023. She leaves behind an enduring legacy of love,...

May 7, 2023

Alfred “Big Al” Grant Altimore

Al Altimore, was born, April 14, 1950 in Jonestown, PA to Alfred Altimore and Helen (Juretic) Altimore. He was a long term resident of Maryland, and was a well known name in his industry. 

While Al touched so many people’s hearts and made a life out of helping others in their time of need, the...

May 6, 2023

May 6, 2023

Melissa Anne Bartness, 51, of Forest Hill, MD, entered God’s kingdom on May 6, 2023, surrounded by family. Born on June 4, 1971, to Kathleen and Richard Carstensen, Melissa was a ray of light whose love for her family and friends shined brightly.

Melissa—a warm, radiant, and adoring mother, daughter, wife, and friend—is survived by her parents; her children, Emma...

May 5, 2023

John C. Moffett, 62, of Riverdale MD was called home on May 5th 2023. John was born in Washington DC on February 24th 1961 to Cleveland (deceased) and Mary Moffett. Siblings Debra Moffett, Maxwell Moffett, and Russell Moffett

John was a loving, caring, and giving man to everyone he knew. He enjoyed motorcycles and being outside around construction sites. John enjoyed spending...

May 5, 2023

Mildred “Millie” Mainzer, 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 5, 2023. She was a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother and friend. A 56 year resident of Bowie, MD she was born on June 1, 1928 to Sam and Esther Chertok in Boston, MA. She and her husband of 69 years, Bob, lived in New York for 16...

May 4, 2023

May 4, 2023

On Thursday, May 4th, 2023. Lisa Leighann Bogan, 46, formerly of Crofton, Maryland, passed away quietly at Chesapeake Woods, Autumn Lake Nursing Home, in Cambridge MD.

Lisa was born December 4th, 1976 at Eglin AFB Hospital Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Lisa was the daughter of Patrick Lee and Bonnita (Bonnie) Lee DeFeo Bogan.

An artistic young woman with...

May 4, 2023

Mary Ellen, age 77, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 4, 2023. Her greatest passion was her family. She loved her family with her whole heart and loved them unconditionally. Mary Ellen is survived by her husband of 58 years, William A. Bethel (Bill) of Adamstown, MD, her son William M. Bethel (Shirley), of Ijamsville, her...

May 3, 2023

Anne Essex Phillips passed on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023, at the age of 85. She joins her husband Robert (Bob) Phillips, whom we recently lost in March. She leaves behind 2 siblings, Betty Derwent and Dick Essex, 4 children, Bryan Phillips (Joan), Steve Phillips, (Vanessa Platek) Susan Varga (Doug), Jenny Phillips (Jeff Cook), as well as 5 grandchildren, Nick Varga...

May 2, 2023

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Joseph M. ‘Thomas’ Carr on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.  He was born to parents Richard J. Carr, Jr., and Ana L. (Villamar) Carr and lived in Maryland. Raised Roman Catholic, he attended Mount Calvary, and later received his confirmation name from patron Saint Thomas the Apostle. Joe graduated from...

May 2, 2023

Please click here to view Live Streaming for George Safford, Jr. on Thursday May 17, 2023 at 2pm https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/108628265

George C. Safford, Jr., age 77, of Gambrills, MD, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.

George was born on April 25, 1946 to the late George C. and Florence (nee Thaete) Safford in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.

In 1964, George...

May 1, 2023

Please click here to view the Live Stream of the Funeral Service for Jane Hunt.  The Live Stream will begin at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 6, 2023.

Jane Hunt, aka JaneyLou, Smitty, George, Aunt Jane, Mama Jane, Grandma and Mom, passed away suddenly at her Crofton home on May 1st, 2023. She was born to Robert and Viola Smith...

Apr 28, 2023

Kenneth Charles Hopkins Jr., 76, of Bowie, MD passed away on April 28, 2023 at home. He was born in McKeesport, PA to parents Kenneth and Margaret Hopkins.    He married his wife Kathleen Hopkins of 42 years in Pittsburgh, PA where he raised his two daughters Karen Hopkins and Kristina Hopkins. Kenneth was a certified public accountant, working at...

Apr 26, 2023

Marilyn Marie Sears, 68, of Huntingtown, Maryland, passed away on April 26th, 2023. Marilyn was born on October 28th, 1954 in Baltimore, Maryland to Jennie Lee Anderson. She attended Severna Park High School.Marilyn's early career was as an office manager and administrative assistant, but she was best known for her hospitality. Her comfortably decorated holiday dinners warmed guests' hearts and...

Apr 25, 2023

Thomas Raymond Isherwood

March 5, 1966 – April 25, 2023

Thomas Raymond Isherwood (57) passed away peacefully at his home in Bowie, Maryland on April 25, 2023, after a year-long cancer journey.  Tom leaves behind his wife of ten years, Robin Smith Isherwood, his father, Raymond T. Isherwood, husband of Yanmei Qu Isherwood, of Lake City, Florida, his brother William,...

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Apr 22, 2023

Please click here to view the Live Stream of the Funeral Service for Mr. Gregory O. Carpenter.  The Live Stream will begin at 11:00am on Wednesday, May 10th.

Gregory Otis Carpenter, affectionately known as “Smoke” to his friends and family, entered eternal rest in his home on Saturday, April 22, 2023. Gregory was born on February 27, 1950 to Jacqueline...