Obituaries

Edward Eugene Ridgely

Edward Eugene Ridgely

Mar 11, 2024

Edward Ridgely, age 65, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March 11, 2024. He is the beloved husband of 28 years to Gail Ridgely; cherished father of Michelle Lloyd and her husband Chris, Shannon Kriscumas and her husband Pete, Amber Ridgely and her husband Ronnie, and Eddie Ridgely and his wife Staci; dear Pop-Pop of Theodore,...

Hayden Alexander McDonough

Hayden Alexander McDonough

Mar 9, 2024

On March 9th, 2024, Hayden Alexander McDonough passed away. Born on February 7th, 2007 to Jennifer Spindler and Robert McDonough, he was the loving brother of Hailey McDonough and Justin McDonough; cherished grandson of Kimberly Smith and the late Craig Etheridge, Stephen and LeeAnn Spindler, and Vickie and late Gene Pawley. Hayden is also survived by numerous aunts and uncles.Services...

James M. Franz

James M. Franz

Mar 9, 2024

On March 9th, 2024, James Melvin Franz passed peacefully with his family surrounding him.

One of his proudest achievements was his family, beloved husband to Marie Ann Franz (Mundorf),  father to Christine Simpkins (Douglas), Lorraine Parson (Allen), Regina Campbell (Curtis), Jennifer Franz, Bernadette Lander (Donald), Martin Franz and the late Daniel Franz (Tina).  Devoted son of Melvin and Mary Louise (Trimp)...

Shirley L. Stranz

Shirley L. Stranz

Mar 9, 2024

On Saturday, March 9th, 2024, Shirley Loeffler Stranz went home to her Savior. She is survived by the love of her life and husband of 73 years, Donald; her children, David (Lina), Donna (Mark), Melanie, Allison (Tom), Julia (Tom), and Margaret (John); her grandchildren, Jennifer, Jeffrey, Matthew, Amy, Casey, Alyssa, Megan, Christopher, and Michael; her great grandchildren, Joshua, Dylan, Felix,...

Etta "Marie" Chaffman

Etta "Marie" Chaffman

Mar 8, 2024

On March 8th, 2024, Etta "Marie" Chaffman passed away. Born on August 6th, 1930 to the late Anna and late William Gardner, she was the loving wife of the late Richard E. Synder, Sr., and the late Raymond F. Chaffman; devoted mother of Richard E, Snyder, Jr. and wife Dawn, Charlene M. Gunter and husband Rob, caring stepmother of Diane...

Helen Virginia Shappell

Helen Virginia Shappell

Mar 6, 2024

It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of Helen Virginia Shappell “Sissy” on March 6th, 2024.

Sissy married Kenneth C. Hueg, Sr. in 1964 and had two children, Kenneth C. Hueg, Jr. and Theresa Lynn Hueg. In 1976 her husband passed away. Luckily, she met William “Bill” Elwood Shappell and they married in June of 1979. After Bill...

Jackson J. Cockerill, Sr.

Jackson J. Cockerill, Sr.

Mar 6, 2024

Jackson J. Cockerill, Sr., age 93, was called home by his Lord on March 6, 2024.  Born in Baltimore on March 11, 1930, he was the fourth child of the late Ralph and Nella (Koon) Cockerill.  He married his sweetheart, the late Mary Ellen Sisselberger on August 11, 1950 and he remained devoted to her for almost fifty years of...

Mary Silseth

Mary Silseth

Mar 6, 2024

On March 6th, 2024, Mary Silseth passed away. Born on May 6th, 1955 to the late Victoria and late Frank Bagrowski, she was the loving mother of Laura Gardner; cherished grandmother of Aiden Gardner, Cole Shreve; dear sister of Rosalie Lynn, Bernadette Fenn, and the late Christopher Bagrowski.A memorial gathering will be held at the family owned Ambrose Funeral Home,...

Lorraine T. Selway

Lorraine T. Selway

Mar 5, 2024

On March 5th, 2024, Lorraine T. Selway passed away. Born on March 6th, 1954 to the late Theresa and late Francis Doyle, she was the loving wife of William Selway; devoted mother of Amanda Decker, Margaret Emond; dear sister of Michael Doyle and wife Theresa, Christine Adlington and husband Allan, Jimmy Doyle and wife Susan, Kathleen Fuchsluger and husband Steve,...

David F. Clauss

David F. Clauss

Mar 4, 2024

David F. Clauss, age 74, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2024. He was born on November 2, 1949 to the late John and Florence Clauss. David is the beloved husband of the late Patricia Ann Clauss; devoted father of Eric Clauss and wife Amber; cherished grandfather of Abigail Clauss and Jeremy Clauss; dear brother of Joan Clauss, Paul Clauss,...

Michael D. Chick, Jr.

Michael D. Chick, Jr.

Mar 3, 2024

Michael D. Chick, Jr., age 84, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2024. He is the beloved husband of the late Beatrice Ann Chick; loving father of Mary T. Spicer and her husband Ken, Michael D. Chick, III, Lisa M. Anderson and her husband Shane; cherished grandfather of Sarah, Hunter, and Zack; also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives...

Lillian Elizabeth Watts

Lillian Elizabeth Watts

Feb 25, 2024

Lillian Elizabeth Watts, age 93, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2024. She is the beloved wife of over 57 years to the late Jack F. Watts; cherished mother of Jack B. Watts and his wife Catherine and Susan Perpley and her husband James; devoted Mim of Jaclyn and her husband Doug, Daniel and his girlfriend Meagan, Kristen and her...

Betty Jean McAlexander

Betty Jean McAlexander

Feb 25, 2024

Peacefully on February 25, 2024, Betty Jean McAlexander née Fittro passed away. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas Walter McAlexander; loving mother of Michael, Michelle (Todd), and Martin (Laura); cherished grandmother of Michael (Stacey), Patrick (Megan), Joshua (Zack), Jonathan (Colleen), Dennis (Amanda), Samantha (Luke), Melissa (Camyrn) and Bryan (Courtney); and great grandmother of Tyler, Abigail, Benjamin, Jenna,...

Nelsa B. Knight

Nelsa B. Knight

Feb 25, 2024

Nelsa Brannen Knight, age 80, sadly passed away on February 25, 2024. She was an avid cross-stitcher who loved spending time with her family and friends. Nelsa was devoted to her Christian faith and is now at peace with her Lord and Savior.

She was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late George and Doris Brannen. Nelsa is the loving mother...

James C. Lawrence

James C. Lawrence

Feb 24, 2024

On Saturday February 24th, James Calvin Lawrence went to join his beloved wife Marian, where they now sit together at the feet of their Lord and Savior. He left this life the same way he lived: surrounded by those he loved the most. A lifelong resident of Baltimore, Maryland, he was born to Calvin Lawrence and Helen Mack (neé Voegler)...

Ryan Rodgers Shaulis

Ryan Rodgers Shaulis

Feb 23, 2024

On February 23rd, 2024, Ryan Rodgers Shaulis passed away. Born on November 21st, 1973 to Frank and the late Barbara Shaulis; he was survived by his brother Steven Shaulis (Raju); his children Katie and Ryan Shaulis; and his stepmother Kathy Shaulis.

A graveside service will be held at New Cathedral Cemetery on Tuesday, March 5th at 11 AM.

Amy L. Brooks-Partin, R.N.

Amy L. Brooks-Partin, R.N.

Feb 17, 2024

Amy L. Brooks-Partin, age 40, passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2024. She was born on February 2, 1984 to Norma Jean Brooks and the late Alan Brooks and Donna Ekas, Janet Armstrong, and the late William Armstrong; cherished mother of the late Alexyss, Jenna, and Taylor; loving Mimi of Jessalyn; loving sister of Karla, Cortney, A.J, and Victoria; also...

Helen Marie McCarthy

Helen Marie McCarthy

Feb 14, 2024

Helen Marie McCarthy, age 91, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2024. She was born on June 15, 1932 to the late Charles and Mary McCarthy; cherished mother of Sharon Schuberth and her husband Brian Schuberth; devoted grandmother of Shaun and Eric McCabe; dear sister of the late Edward McCarthy and the late Mary Walsh; also survived by many nieces,...

Marlene E. Byron

Marlene E. Byron

Feb 13, 2024

On February 13th, 2024, Marlene E. Byron passed away. Born on December 29th, 1931 to the late E. Grace and late Charles C. Maaser, she is the loving partner of Joe Dash; devoted mother of Suzanne Napoleone and husband, Edward; cherished grandmother of Daniel Napoleone and Sam Napoleone. Marlene was preceded in death by her husband, the late Kenneth Byron,...

Bruce R. Pope

Bruce R. Pope

Feb 11, 2024

Bruce R. Pope, age 75, passed away unexpectedly on February 11, 2024. He was born, one of fourteen, on May 13, 1948 to the late Andrew and Anita Pope. Bruce is the beloved husband of 45 years to Heidi Pope; devoted father of Tina, the late P.J., Romy, Tony, Theresa, Taylor, and Tara; cherished Papa of a host of grandchildren...