Obituaries

Christina L. Sammons

Christina L. Sammons

Jan 16, 2026

Christina L. Sammons (nee Cammarata), age 61, passed away on January 16, 2026. She is the beloved wife of over 38 years to John Sammons; devoted mother of Keith Brown, Jr. (Amy), Tiffany Wetzel (Ronnie), John Wetzel, Crystal Sammons (Mario), and Shannon Sammons; cherished grandmother of Tyler Barber, Norman Keith Brown, III, Landen Barber, Damian Stevens, Grace Wetzel, Taniyah Stevens,...

Brenda Lene Ogden

Brenda Lene Ogden

Jan 16, 2026

On January 16, 2026 Brenda Lene Ogden passed away.  She was the devoted daughter of the late John and Vickie Ogden; loving sister of Christine Ogden; caring cousin of Danny, Joni, and Frankie; cherished niece of Tammy, Monk, and Alpo; also lovingly survived by Kayla, Brandon, and Gabby, & many cousins, & other friends and relatives.

Family members and friends may...

Charles "Bear" A. Kesner, III

Charles "Bear" A. Kesner, III

Jan 14, 2026

Charles “Bear” A. Kesner, III, age 62, sadly passed away on January 14, 2026. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Charlotte and Charles Kesner, Jr. Charles grew up in Linthicum and was a long-time resident of Arbutus. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting, fishing, camping, and shooting pool. Charles was a carefree and personable individual who loved...

Brian Kevin Ross

Brian Kevin Ross

Jan 13, 2026

On January 13th, 2026, Brian Kevin Ross passed away. Born on September 8th, 1963 to the late Irene Girard and the late Joesph Ross, he was the loving husband of Beverly Ross; devoted father of Meredith Suter and husband Jason, Jamie Briggs and husband Albert, III; cherished grandfather of Harper Suter, Albert Briggs, IV; caring step grandfather of Jason Suter,...

Frank C. Miller, Sr.

Frank C. Miller, Sr.

Jan 12, 2026

On January 12, 2026 Frank C. Miller, Sr., passed away.  He was the loving father of Autumn Miller and Frank Miller, Jr.; cherished grandfather of Adalynn, Jackson, Liliana, Frank, III, Henry, & Micah; dear brother of Danny, Donna, Anthony, and Clinton; also survived by many loving relatives and friends.

Family members and friends will gather on Thursday, January 29th from 4:00-7:00PM...

Elizabeth Ann Gettier

Elizabeth Ann Gettier

Jan 11, 2026

Elizabeth Ann Gettier, lovingly known as Betty to her family and friends, passed away on January 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her daughter Nicole Boyd and son‑in‑law James Boyd, along with her cherished grandchildren Izzy and Carter. Betty is also survived by her son Paul Gettier and daughter‑in‑law Lisa Gettier, and her beloved grandchildren...

Janet Mae McCready

Janet Mae McCready

Jan 7, 2026

 Janet Mae McCready, age 89, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026. She was born on August 20, 1936 to the late William B. McCready and the late Nina McCready; cherished aunt of Charles & Rosemary Vaughan, Stephen & Kimberly Vaughan, Christina Vaughan, Deb & Tom Allen, Wanda & Michael Semies, Tony Nemec, the late Joyce & Arnold Sell, the...

Nancy Marie Warner

Nancy Marie Warner

Jan 7, 2026

Nancy Marie Warner, age 84, sadly passed away on January 7, 2026. Nancy was a woman of kindness and resilience who found joy in giving to others. For years, she was a familiar face at Schreiber Automotive and Giant Pharmacy where she worked. Her home in Catonsville was a sanctuary with an open door and an ever-full cookie jar for...

Marty Roberts Allen

Marty Roberts Allen

Jan 6, 2026

Marvell Roberts Allen, affectionately known as Marty, age 91, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026. She is the beloved wife of the late Dennis Allen; devoted mother of David Roberts and Mark Roberts; dear sister of Ruth Mahlstedt, Mary Lou Hodges, and Harry Linthicum; also survived by other loving relatives and friends.

A viewing will be held at Ambrose Funeral...

Marion Marie Clopein

Marion Marie Clopein

Jan 6, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Marion “Mom-mom” Clopein, a woman of endless love, deep spirituality, and joy. Born on December 4, 1936, to the late Thelma and Clarence Hartlove, Marion peacefully returned to the Lord on January 6, 2026. Throughout her journey of 89 years, she touched many lives with her compassion, devotion, and...

Mabel "Bunt" Payne Sharratt

Mabel "Bunt" Payne Sharratt

Jan 5, 2026

Mabel Payne Sharratt, affectionately known as Bunt, age 93, passed away peacefully at home on January 5, 2026. She is the beloved wife of the late Edward E. Sharratt; cherished mother of Robert Edward Sharratt of Halethorpe, Maryland, Susan Gwen Domingue of Ellicott City, Maryland, and Brenda Ruth Enumbi and her husband Yusman of Mulia, Papua, Indonesia; dear grandmother of...

Sherry Angel Johnson

Sherry Angel Johnson

Jan 3, 2026

On January 3, 2026 Sherry Angel Johnson passed away. She was the loving mother of Joshua Locklear and his wife Davilyn; devoted daughter of Patricia Johnson and the late Randy Johnson, Sr.; cherished Mimi of Jonah and Elias Locklear; dear sister of Randy Johnson, Jr., Jalene Jaremczuk and her husband Mike, and Aaron Johnson; caring aunt of Isaiah, Hailey, Jordan,...

Levern C. Schmincke

Levern C. Schmincke

Jan 2, 2026

Levern Carolyn Schmincke – 10/20/1932 to 01/02/2026 (93 Years)

A 68 year resident of Arbutus passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on Friday, January 2nd, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her husband Henry Schmincke III, her son, Clifford Schmincke, her mother Christine Gillis (nee Buckel), her father Lionel Gillis, and her brother Richard Gillis.

She is survived by her...

Katelyn L. Clampitt

Katelyn L. Clampitt

Jan 2, 2026

Katelyn Clampitt, born July 26, 1990 passed away on January 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and quiet strength that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Her life, though far too short, was filled with deep devotion to her family, unwavering kindness, and a spirit that brightened every room she entered.

Katelyn was the beloved daughter of...

William F. Dorsey, III

William F. Dorsey, III

Dec 31, 2025

On December 31, 2025, William (Billy) Dorsey III sadly passed away surrounded by loved ones. Billy was born on April 20, 1962 to the late Barbara Bernard and the late William Dorsey Jr. He is survived by his children Alyssa Dorsey, Rachel (Chris) Gelhaar, William (Billy) Dorsey IV, and Katarina (Kat) Dorsey; his brothers Steve (Norma) and Rick (Tanya); and...

Violet Elaine Huffman

Violet Elaine Huffman

Dec 30, 2025

On December 30th, 2025, Violet Elaine Huffman passed away. Born on October 9th, 1948 to the late Mary Violet Thompson Raley and the late Joseph Raley, she was the cherished step daughter of Mary Raley Rencher; loving significant other of Timothy Howard; devoted mother of Violet Honaker, James Honaker, Roby G Huffman, Jr., Susan Fraley, David Santmyer; cherished grandmother Ashley,...

Ann Eleanor Tayman

Ann Eleanor Tayman

Dec 29, 2025

On December 29th, 2025, Ann Eleanor Tayman passed away. Born on May 25th, 1932 to the late Anna and the late William Schweiker, she was the loving wife of the late William Tayman Sr.; devoted mother of Kathleen Agnes and her late husband Stephen, Karen Chilcote and her husband Stephen, Constance Nagle, Eileen Dudley and her husband William, and William...

Dorothy L. Kessler

Dorothy L. Kessler

Dec 29, 2025

Dorothy L. Kessler, age 87, sadly passed away on December 29, 2025. She was born in Virginia to the late John and Lillian Major (nee Moody). Dorothy is the beloved wife of the late Windsor Kessler; loving mother of Windsor Kessler, Jr. and the late Rhonda Stewart; cherished grandmother of Windsor Kessler, III and Chad Stewart; dear great-grandmother of Caleb...

Kathryn Carrion

Kathryn Carrion

Dec 26, 2025

On December 26, 2025 Kathryn Carrion passed away. She was born in Baltimore to the late Walter Kaub and Louise Stone Kaub. She grew up in the Lauraville neighborhood of Baltimore and attended Northern High School. She worked as a clerk for the Veterans Administration.

She is survived by her husband, Luis Carrion, and her children, Ashley Peros, Allison Berk and...

Naomi Adkins

Naomi Adkins

Dec 25, 2025

On December 25th, 2025, Naomi Adkins passed away. Born on May 25th, 1932 to the late Jenny Cohen and late Benny Feldman, she was the loving wife of the late Alvin Adkins; devoted mother of Jean Adkins-Blasy, the late Deborah Dillon, the late Bryan Adkins; cherished grandmother of Joshuah Blasy, Jennifer Watkins and husband Edward, Jonathan Blasy and wife Macie;...