Obituaries

Tammy Ann Smith

Tammy Ann Smith

Oct 8, 2025

Tammy Ann Smith, 52, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at her residence in Martinsburg, West Virginia, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 25, 1973, in Silver Spring, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Bonnie (Moore) Ruch.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Christopher Dallas Doss.

In...

David "Ink" Bowers

David "Ink" Bowers

Oct 8, 2025

David “Ink” Bowers passed away on October 8, 2025, with his daughter by his side. Born on December 2, 1936, he was the son of the late Foster Bowers, Sr. and Sarah (Hoover) Bowers.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Mae Bowers; sisters, Marcella Kirby, Sarah Hoch, and Phyllis Turner; brothers,...

Arthur "Archie" Francis Schminkey

Arthur "Archie" Francis Schminkey

Oct 7, 2025

Arthur “Archie” Francis Schminkey passed away on October 7, 2025. Born on February 8, 1945, in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Charles Schminkey and Amelia (Saboy) Schminkey.

In addition to his parents, Archie was preceded in death by his son, Douglas B. Schminkey; brothers, Maurice “Mark” Stewart, and Kenneth Fultz; and step-great grandson Ryett Jones.

He was a...

Malachi Michael Moore

Malachi Michael Moore

Oct 7, 2025

Malachi Michael Moore passed away on October 7, 2025. Born to Amber Nicole Edwards and Terrance Dwayne Moore.

In addition to his parents, Malachi is survived by his siblings: Chloe Weiss, Bentley Weiss, and Terrance Dwayne Moor, Jr.; and his grandparents.

Though his time was brief, he brought an immeasurable amount of love and joy into our lives.

Joseph Eric Davidson

Joseph Eric Davidson

Oct 5, 2025

Our Savior Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. Let us remember with thanksgiving what God has done through His servant Joe.

We were blessed with Joseph (Joe) Davidson for almost 53 years. Joe was taken home to Jesus early this month and will be deeply missed. All who knew Joe would attest...

Gregory Lynn Long

Gregory Lynn Long

Oct 2, 2025

Gregory Lynn Long, 75, of Falling Waters West Virginia, formally of Hagerstown Maryland passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Hospice of the Pan Handle, Kearneysville West Virginia. He was the son of the late Beverly Jane Hines (Long) of Hagerstown Maryland.

Gregory adored his family and was a devoted husband, father and pappy. He did everything for his family. He...

Andy Leon Hart

Andy Leon Hart

Sep 28, 2025

Andy Leon Hart passed away on Sunday, September 28,2025 at his home in Hagerstown, Maryland.

Born to the late, George Hart and Angela (Sims) Hart in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Andy was known for his bright smile and fun-natured spirit. Anyone who knew Andy knew how kind and loving he was. You could always find Andy singing and dancing. Andy was a very hard...

Jennifer Leslie (Sawyer ) Cannon

Jennifer Leslie (Sawyer ) Cannon

Sep 27, 2025



Jennifer Leslie Joy Sawyer Cannon, 81 years of age, of Hagerstown, Maryland, formerly of Oxford, England, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025. She was born on March 10, 1944, in Oxford, England, the daughter of the late Leslie James Sawyer and Annie May Kitchen Sawyer.

Jennifer worked as a beautician, a profession where her kindness, warmth, and creativity touched the...

David Lee Stimmel

David Lee Stimmel

Sep 26, 2025

David Lee Stimmel, 80, of Elkton, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Laurelwood Health Care Center. Born on March 6, 1945, in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late Paul and Martha (Delouney) Stimmel.

In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Maureen Decker.

David graduated from North Hagerstown High School...

Nancy Louise Conrad

Nancy Louise Conrad

Sep 24, 2025

Nancy Louise (Keller) Conrad, 86, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on September 24, 2025. Born on May 14, 1939, she was the daughter of the late John Keller and Helen (Parker) Keller.

In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Ronald Conrad; and brothers, Charles “Jake” Keller, Larry Keller, and Jack Keller.

Nancy graduated...

Darlene Kaye Shupp

Darlene Kaye Shupp

Sep 12, 2025

Darlene Kaye Shupp (Miller), 71, Loving Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother, Aunt, Friend, and child of God – formerly of Clear Spring, MD and a resident of Williamsport, MD, walked into the arms of Jesus, her Lord and Savior, on September 12th, 2025. She was surrounded by many family members at the lovely, Doey’s House in Hagerstown, MD. Born on Tuesday,...

Dorothy Lorraine Troxell

Dorothy Lorraine Troxell

Sep 12, 2025

Dorothy Lorraine Troxell, 96, of Williamsport, MD, passed away on Sept. 12, 2025, at Homewood Living, Williamsport, MD. She was born on November 12, 1928, in Hagerstown, MD, to Harry B. Martin and Ruth E. Martin of Bryan Place in Hagerstown.

She graduated from Hagerstown High School and pursued a career with Western Maryland Railroad as an executive secretary and later...

Judy Ann Guhr

Judy Ann Guhr

Sep 9, 2025

Judy Ann Guhr, 83, of Williamsport, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Williamsport Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Born May 25, 1942, in Hagerstown, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Fred Lee Judd and Helen (Strock) Betts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Lester Betts, and her husband, John...

Kelly Gilmore Reed, II

Kelly Gilmore Reed, II

Sep 6, 2025

Kelly Gilmore Reed, II, 76, of Falling Waters, WV, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Born on October 26, 1948, he was the son of the late Kelly Reed, I, and Wanda (Nokes) Reed.

Kelly was employed at East Alcoa until he retired after 33 years. He had also worked as a dental technician. Cars were always an interest of...

Ricky Elvin Taylor

Ricky Elvin Taylor

Sep 5, 2025

Ricky Elvin Taylor, 71, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Friday, September 5, 2025, at his home.

Born August 28, 1953 in Hagerstown he was the son of the late, Harold E. and Margaret E. (Metz) Taylor. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by his wife, Julie Taylor; one brother, Bobby Taylor and two sisters, his twin,...

LaVerne Edna Henesy

LaVerne Edna Henesy

Sep 5, 2025

LaVerne Edna (Buhrman) Henesy, 81, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2025, at The Village of Luther Ridge in Chambersburg, PA.

Born April 12, 1944, in Hagerstown, MD, she was the daughter of the late H. Elmer Buhrman Sr. and Edna Mary (Bumbaugh) Buhrman.

LaVerne was retired from Regency/Stationary House in Hagerstown, where she had worked as a...

Ronald Alfred Conrad

Ronald Alfred Conrad

Sep 4, 2025

Ronald Alfred Conrad, 85, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on September 4, 2025. Born on February 19, 1940, he was the son of the late William Conrad and Clara (Sanders) Conrad.

Ron graduated from Waynesboro High School in 1958. He retired from Mack Trucks and went on to work in sales for Oliver Homes and finally Conrad Homes. He was an...

Keith Lynn Bowen

Keith Lynn Bowen

Sep 4, 2025

Keith Lynn Bowen, 69, of Boonsboro, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025 at his home.

Born February 17, 1956, in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late Lynn Eugene Bowen and Dorothy Jane (Harp) Dundus of Hagerstown.

Keith graduated from South Hagerstown High School in 1974. He worked as a Disney World Cast Member for 6 years. Later, he worked...

Howard Upton "Poppy" Baker, Jr.

Howard Upton "Poppy" Baker, Jr.

Sep 3, 2025

Howard Upton "Poppy" Baker, Jr., 71, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Born June 3, 1954 in Bethesda, Md., he was the son of the late, Howard Upton Baker, Sr. and Hazel (Hurst) Baker. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Baker.

Howard grew...

Robert Thomas Slate, Jr.

Robert Thomas Slate, Jr.

Aug 29, 2025



Robert T. “Bob” Slate, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 29, 2025 at age 95. Born in Hagerstown, Maryland, he was the son of the late Robert T. and Kathleen Martin Slate.

He attended St. Mary Catholic School, and was employed by Canteen from 1955 until his retirement in...