Obituaries

Frank Raymond Lea

Frank Raymond Lea

Jan 19, 2024

Retired Gunnery Sergeant Frank Raymond Lea, Jr., age 83, passed away on January 19, 2024.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Frank R. Lea, Sr. and Ruth Lea.  Including his beloved wife the late Linda F. Lea and brother Kenneth Lea.

He is survived by his loving children, Frank R. Lea, III, Ronald...

Michael Francis Burke

Michael Francis Burke

Jan 15, 2024

On Monday, January 15, 2023 Michael Francis Burke passed away. Born to the late Michael Burke and the late Winifred Burke (nee: Nolan) on Thursday, October 13, 1938; he was 85. Michael is survived by his devoted wife, Camille Burke (nee: Virag); his loving children, Michael J. Burke (Kristin), Stephen J. Burke (Noel), and Michele L. Mourelatos (Michael); his...

Audrey Anna Zanto

Audrey Anna Zanto

Jan 15, 2024

Audrey Anna Zanto

July 31, 1928 – January 15, 2023 (age 95)

Audrey Anna Zanto, 95, of Catonsville, Maryland passed away peacefully on Monday, January 15, 2024.  A lifelong resident of Maryland she lived in Catonsville for over 70 years.

Audrey was the daughter of Frank John Zanto, Sr. and Anna...

Thomas Farrell Menton

Thomas Farrell Menton

Jan 13, 2024

Thomas Farrell Menton, 59, of Ellicott City, Maryland died suddenly on January 13, 2024. Tom was born on May 1, 1964 in Baltimore, Maryland, and is predeceased by his parents, Raymond Dennis Menton, Jr., and Ann Hughes Menton. After graduating from Centennial High School in 1982, Tom went on to study Biology at Mount St. Mary’s University. There he...

Natalie "Dolly" Kaminski

Natalie "Dolly" Kaminski

Jan 12, 2024

On January 12, 2024, Natalie "Dolly" Kaminski, 86 of Catonsville, MD, peacefully passed away with her daughters by her side. She was the daughter of the late Joseph & Natalie Kaminski. Devoted mother to Valerie (Mike), Nanci (Jeff), Cyndy (Perry) & David (Janet); caring sister to Carol, Cathy, James, John, Thomas & the late Joseph & Joan. She cherished...

Elizabeth Belle (Zink)  Huber

Elizabeth Belle (Zink) Huber

Jan 11, 2024

On January 11, 2024, Elizabeth Belle Huber (nee Zink), loving wife of the late Henry Huber, devoted mother of Robert Huber and his wife Kathleen, Michael Huber and his wife Candace, and Carol Callahan and her husband Brian; dear grandmother of Christopher and Jefferey Callahan and Jessica Dick and her husband Jimmy and dear great-grandmother of James Dick. She...

Raymond Darius Buda

Raymond Darius Buda

Jan 4, 2024

Raymond Buda born on November 16, 1958 and passed away on January 4, 2024, in Ellicott City, MD at the age of 65. Raymond was a devoted father, survived by his loving son Ethan Buda. Along with his adoring siblings, Aldona (Robert) Sellers, Mark (Sandra) Buda, Ramona (Nicholas) Beccio and Dina Wientge. Including numerous family members and friends. Raymond...

Sheela Pandey

Sheela Pandey

2024

“The wise … endowed with equanimity, having abandoned the fruits of action, go to the abode beyond all sorrow and evil.” - Bhagvad Gita, Chapter 2, Verse 51 (Swami Vivekananda’s translation)

“I say to you that I am a little child and you are my parents.  Accept me as such and give me a place in your...

James Louis Angelo

James Louis Angelo

Dec 28, 2023

On Thursday, December 28, 2023, James Louis Angelo passed away at his Catonsville, Maryland home. Born to the late James Nicholas Angelo and the late Joan Rose Angelo (nee: Nicholson) on Thursday, November 11, 1948 in Phillipsburg, New Jersey; he was 75. Jimmy was an avid golfer and was referred to as "The Godfather" of Rolling Road Golf Club....

Diana R. Schofield

Diana R. Schofield

Dec 25, 2023

In loving memory of Diana, it is with heavy hearts that we announce her passing on December 26th. Diana passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. Diana was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother who touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth, and generosity. Known for social commitment, she will be deeply missed by all who had the...

Martha Elizabeth Kirwan

Martha Elizabeth Kirwan

Dec 25, 2023

Martha Kirwan of Columbia, Maryland passed away on Dec 25, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Leola Elizabeth (Green)  Shrum

Leola Elizabeth (Green) Shrum

Dec 25, 2023

On December 25, 2023, Leola Elizabeth Shrum (nee Green), loving wife of the late Charles R. Shrum, Sr., devoted mother of Carole J. Morris and Charles R. Shrum, Jr., (Denise); dear sister of Rachel Cutter (James), Jack Green and the late Mildred Lawson, Mary Kirkendall, James Green and Joshua Green; loving grandmother of Tina Lynn Shrum, Kristy Shrum, Lisa...

Jean Wendy (Ryder)  Darrow

Jean Wendy (Ryder) Darrow

Dec 22, 2023

Jean Wendy Darrow (nee Ryder) was born January 1, 1945 in Huntington, NY to Marian Evelyn (Meyer) Ryder and Edwin Fulford Ryder, Jr. Jean was the 4th of 5 children, grew up in NY and RI and loved their family vacations in Maine. She played field hockey and basketball at Harborfields High School in Greenlawn, NY where she graduated...

Laura Suryananda Rao Katta

Laura Suryananda Rao Katta

Dec 15, 2023

She was born Laura Sarala Devi Jeevaratnam. Her married name was Laura Katta, and her professional name was Laura S. Rao Katta, “Dr. Rao.”

Born just before the start of World War II, she was born into a Christian family, in a Muslim state, in a Hindu country. She lived through the war, through the fight for...

John "Jack" Stanley Snyder

John "Jack" Stanley Snyder

Dec 15, 2023

On December 15, 2023, John “Jack” Snyder, 69, of Catonsville, MD, passed away.  He was the son of the late Grace Betty Meacham (nee Houck) and step-son of the late Richard Horace Meacham; loving brother to Tammy Beck & devoted uncle to Frank Meekins (Erin), Christin & Rachel Lepson.  Also survived by loving family and loyal friends.

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Joan Marie (Habert)  Chalmers

Joan Marie (Habert) Chalmers

Dec 13, 2023

Joan Chalmers passed away peacefully at Atlantic General Hospital on December 13, 2023 in the company of her children. Joan was born Joan Marie Habert on July 12, 1930, in Charlottesville, Virginia to John Jacob Habert and Emma Habert (nee Gregersen). She was raised in Charlottesville along with her sister, Patricia, and her brother, John, until the family moved...

Joseph S. Garbo

Joseph S. Garbo

Dec 1, 2023

On December 1, 2023, Joseph Garbo, 88 of Ellicott City, Md. passed away. He was the son of the late Steve Garbo & Rose Garbo (nee D’Antonio): loving husband of the late Carolyn Lee Garbo (nee Quinn)to whom he was married for 48 years. He is survived by a number of family members including nephews, nieces, cousins and friends....

Joseph Russo

Joseph Russo

Nov 28, 2023

On Tuesday, November 28, 2023, Joseph Russo passed away suddenly. Baltimore born, January 8, 1954, to the late Anthony John Russo and the late Margaret Alfreda Russo (nee: Frye). Joe was 69 years old. He is survived by his devoted wife of 32 years, Sharon Russo; his brother, Nicholas Russo and his wife, Terry; his sister, Teresa Russo; his...

Betty Carol (Reid)  Sterner

Betty Carol (Reid) Sterner

Nov 24, 2023

Betty Carol Sterner (Reid) passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family, after a long illness, on November 24th 2023, at the age of 73. Betty was raised in Catonsville by her loving parents, Raymond and Marie Reid. She was the middle child of siblings Linda, Robert, Tom, and Jean.

Betty left an impact on...

Vasseni Magdalene (Wood)  Boss

Vasseni Magdalene (Wood) Boss

Nov 20, 2023

On November 20, 2023, Vasseni Magdalene Boss (nee Wood) loving wife of the late William August Boss; dear mother of Deidre Hamby and her husband Keith; loving grandmother of Shannon Wilson and her husband Josh and Steve Fagan and his wife Tiffany; beloved great-grandmother of Lola Wilson, Duncan Wilson, Kody Fagan, Kyle Fagan and Winston Wilson; dear aunt of...