Obituaries

Craig Wackford

Craig Wackford

Nov 21, 2024

Craig Allen Wackford, a beloved husband, father, son, and brother, passed away on November 21, 2024, at the age of 66 at home in Havre de Grace, MD. Born in Irumagawa, Japan, on October 24, 1958, to Mary Jane (Pitkus) Wackford and the late Reginald A. Wackford. Craig embodied a life of service and dedication, leaving behind a legacy of...

Camay Murphy

Camay Murphy

Nov 12, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Camay Calloway Murphy, who peacefully left this world on November 12, 2024, at her residence in Havre De Grace, Maryland surrounded by family. Camay was born on January 15, 1927, in Harlem NY to Jazz icon Cab Calloway and Zelma Proctor. In her award-winning career as an educator and...

James Swann

James Swann

Nov 10, 2024

James "Jim" Herbert Swann passed away peacefully at Embrace Hospice House, Myrtle Beach, SC at the age of 87 on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Jim was born on February 12, 1937, in Cadiz, OH to the late William Swann and the late Hazel Swann (Talbert). When he was a youngster, his family relocated to Aberdeen, MD. He relocated to Conway,...

William Major

William Major

Nov 9, 2024

William "Bill" Lee Hubert Major, a beloved husband, father, and friend, peacefully passed away on November 9, 2024, at his home in Conowingo, MD. Born on October 14, 1941, in Eugene, Oregon to the late Benjamin Norman and Cecelia (Franssen) Major. Bill was a proud United States Army veteran and loved his community. Throughout his life, William found joy in...

Bessie Bowman

Bessie Bowman

Nov 7, 2024

Bessie Marie Bowman, a cherished member of the Havre De Grace community, passed away peacefully from natural causes on November 7, 2024, at her residence in Havre De Grace, MD at the age of 91. Born on March 2, 1933, in Havre De Grace, MD, Bessie was a compassionate and dedicated individual who touched the lives of many during her...

Janis Riedal

Janis Riedal

Nov 6, 2024

Beloved by all who knew her, Janis Page Riedal of Bel Air, MD, left an indelible mark on the hearts of those she encountered. Born in 2008, Janis exuded a rare kindness and selflessness that endeared her to everyone she met. Her passion for Blacksmithing led her to apprentice at the Jerusalem Mill, where her dedication and talent shone. Known...

Gloria Terlouw

Gloria Terlouw

Nov 5, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gloria Harris Terlouw, on November 5, 2024. Born on November 12, 1935, in Pennsylvania, Gloria was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She dedicated her life to caring for others, having worked as a Registered Nurse at Harford Memorial Hospital. Gloria touched the lives of many through her compassionate work in the...

Ronald Zeigler

Ronald Zeigler

Oct 31, 2024

Ronald Jay Zeigler, of Havre de Grace, MD, passed away on October 31, 2024, at the age of 68. He was born to the late Robert C. Zeigler and Laura B. Phillips Zeigler, in Havre de Grace, MD. Ron served in the Army National Guard and was a member of the American Legion, Joseph L. Davis Post 47. He worked...

Ralph Ahrens

Ralph Ahrens

Oct 31, 2024

Ralph A. Ahrens, 82 years old of Havre de Grace, MD passed away October 31st, 2024, at his home. Born May 20th, 1942, in Saginaw, MI to father Ralph Albert Ahrens Sr and Mother Flora Mae Bellinger; he was the second oldest child of four siblings. He enlisted into the United States Navy on November 1st, 1960, and served Honorably...

Myrtle Mccauley

Myrtle Mccauley

Oct 29, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Myrtle M. McCauley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Aberdeen community. Myrtle passed away peacefully in her home on October 29, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and service. Born on July 21, 1929, in Mill Creek, WV, Myrtle dedicated her life to caring...

Suzanne Suit

Suzanne Suit

Oct 29, 2024

Suzanne Marie Suit, a devoted homemaker whose faith and artistic flair illuminated the lives of those around her, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on October 29, 2024. Born on August 11, 1940, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, to the late Melvin Hansen and Sylvia (Burns). She was lovingly raised by Sylvia and the late Richard Fanning. Suzanne's kind...

Daniel Bond

Daniel Bond

Oct 27, 2024

It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of our beloved father, Daniel "Danny" Bond, 69, who passed away on October 27, 2024, in Port Deposit, MD. He was a hardworking man, even in retirement. He enjoyed the simple things in life. Cooking was his passion, which brought joy to many. Though a man of few words, he...

David Sorum

David Sorum

Oct 26, 2024

David William Sorum, 91, of Havre de Grace, Maryland, passed away on October 26, 2024. Born to Kermit and Corolla Sorum on February 9, 1933, in Minneapolis, he was a source of joy and resilience throughout his remarkable life. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Kermit Jr., sister-in-law Bertha (Babe), son Daniel, and great-granddaughter Emma Grace. He...

Donald Curry

Donald Curry

Oct 22, 2024

Donald J. Curry of Port Deposit, MD, peacefully passed away on October 22, 2024 at the age of 79. He was the devoted husband of Mitzie M. Curry. Born in Havre de Grace, MD to the late Charles M. Currry, Sr. and Marie Curry. Donald had a deep love for the water, enjoying fishing, crabbing, and spending his days creating...

Saskia Herrell

Saskia Herrell

Oct 22, 2024

Saskia Maria Herrell, born on October 20, 1957, in Wurzburg, Germany, passed away on October 22, 2024, in Aberdeen, MD, at the age of 67. A beloved wife to James (Chip) Herrell and cherished mother to her daughter Stevie Herrell, Saskia possessed a passion for music, her home, her family, and tending to her garden. The pride she held of...

Robert Hunnewell

Robert Hunnewell

Oct 18, 2024

Robert Ellsworth Hunnewell, III, of Elkridge, Maryland, passed away on October 18, 2024. He was 61 years old. Bob was born in Hadon Heights, NJ, to Robert Hunnewell, Jr, and Matilda (Morgan) Brunhamer. He was the loving father of Danielle (Hunnewell) Dwelle (Jared), of Pensacola, FL, Nicole Hunnewell (Sam), of Rising Sun, and Brian Hunnewell, who passed in 2023. Growing...

Betty Allen

Betty Allen

Oct 18, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Jeanne Allen, a beloved pre-Kindergarten teacher from North East, Maryland, at the age of 81. Betty was born on September 30, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, and passed away peacefully on October 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Betty dedicated her life to educating young minds and shaping...

Janice Retrossa

Janice Retrossa

Oct 17, 2024

Janice Marie Retrossa, a beloved member of the Havre de Grace community, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2024, in Havre de Grace, MD. Born in Christiana, PA, on December 8, 1932, and a proud graduate of Solanco High School. Janice was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt, great aunt and sister. Janice married Dominic Retrossa on December...

Joan Lahr

Joan Lahr

Oct 17, 2024

We celebrate the life and legacy of Joan Catherine Lahr, a woman who cherished the simple joys of life and touched the hearts of all who knew her. Born in Callicoon, NY on May 13, 1955, to the late Boyce and Evelyn Roberts. Joan's radiant spirit shone brightest when she was surrounded by loved ones and the things she held...

John "Jack" Harris

John "Jack" Harris

Oct 16, 2024

John "Jack" Matthew Harris Jr., a proud veteran of the Korean War and dedicated member of the Havre de Grace community, peacefully passed away on October 16, 2024, in his daughter's home at the age of 92. He was born on July 22, 1932, in Cloquet, MN, to John Matthew Harris, Sr. and Florence Johnson Harris. Jack was the devoted...