Obituaries
John Edwin Hildebrand
Jun 11, 2024
Jack Hildebrand of Hagerstown, Maryland died peacefully in his sleep on June 11th, 2024 while in hospice care with his family present. He was 92.
John Edwin Hildebrand was the son of Clyde Gardner Hildebrand and Virginia Mumma Hildebrand, both deceased. He was preceded in death by brothers Richard M. “Dick” Hildebrand and Robin D. “Bob” Hildebrand, his loving wife of...
Patricia Ann Young
Jun 4, 2024
Patricia Ann Young, 84, of Hagerstown, Maryland, passed away at her home on June 4, 2024.
Born on March 7, 1940, she was the daughter of Ruth I. Smith (Long) and Charles L. Smith, Jr.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Burton A. Young, Sr., and her sister Connie I. Mitchell.
Patricia was a devoted wife...
Miguel Angel Callejas
Jun 4, 2024
Miguel Angel Callejas, 66, of Hagerstown passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2024. Born September 5, 1957, in El Salvador to the late parents of Trinidad Callejas and Mario Arana.
Miguel loved to dance, sing, and spend time with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Callejas, two sons; Miguel A. Callejas, Mario E. Callejas, three daughters; Michelle Callejas, Karina...
Denny Leeson Lewen
Jun 3, 2024
Denny Leeson Lewen, 51, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend passed away on June 3, 2024, in Hagerstown. He was born on March 8, 1973, in Kingston Jamaica to the parents of Lloyd and Ethel Lewin. Denny was preceded in death by his stepson Ryan Terell Kerns-Thomas.
Denny was known for his dedication and hard work during his career at STULZ...
Viola Smoot
Jun 3, 2024
Viola Claudine Smoot, age 97, passed away on June 3, 2024 at Homewood Retirement Village.
Born June 19, 1926, in Augusta, WV, to Dawson J. and Wilda V. Shanholtz.
She was a homemaker. She is survived by son, Russell Smoot (Debra); daughters, Brenda Hose (Floyd), Darlene Chaney (John), and Susan Bowman; 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild, sister, Hazel Iser and...
William (Bill) Turner
May 24, 2024
William (Bill) Turner, 87, of Hagerstown, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 24, 2024. Born on October 7, 1936, in Williamsport, MD, he was the son of the late Richardson and Catherine (Banzhoff) Turner.
In addition to his parents, Bill was predeceased by his brothers, Greg Turner, and Ned Turner.
His life was marked by his passion for duckpin...
John Wayne Stottlemeyer
May 23, 2024
John Wayne Stottlemeyer, 77, of Mercersburg, PA passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024.
He is survived by his beloved and devoted partner and best friend of 28 years, Zee (Zandra Helfrick).
John retired from the United States Air Force in 1988 as a Chief Master Sergeant after 22 years of service. He was extremely proud of his military career and loved...
Lois M. Sellar
May 23, 2024
Lois M. Sellar, 90, of Waynesboro PA. joined the heavenly chorus as a pianist on May 23, 2024.
Born in Fosterburg Illinois in 1933 she was the third of four daughters born to the Reverend and Mrs. Paul Tharp
She was preceded in death by two sisters. Esther Shelton and Mary Zink as well as the love of her life.. her husband...
Emily Antoinette DeBiasi
May 23, 2024
Emily DeBiasi, 95, of Annapolis, MD (formerly of Centreville, VA) passed from this life peacefully on May 23, 2024, surrounded by her family. Emily lived a full and adventurous life, was a trailblazer for her era and an unflagging optimist regardless of circumstance. She was a dedicated and giving wife, mother and grandmother, taking true delight in the achievements of...
Naomi (Jessie) J. Davis
May 21, 2024
Naomi J. (Jessie) Davis, 96, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Born on March 11, 1928, she was the daughter of the late John Elmer Mellott and Nellie Belle Mellott. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Jay (Buck) Davis; brothers Carl Mellott, Paul Mellott, Elmer Mellott, Neil Mellott,...
Myrlene Romain-Bounds
May 20, 2024
Myrlene Romain-Bounds, 60, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Monday, May 20, 2024 at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Md.Born December 31, 1963 in Haiti she was the daughter of the late, Samuel and Esther (Alexandre) Romain. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her loving husband of eleven years, Flynn N. "Earl" Bounds and one brother,...
Betty Lou (Coursey) Hull
May 15, 2024
Betty Lou (Coursey) Hull, 60, of Maugansville, Md., passed away, Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Doey's House, Hagerstown, Md.Born June 27, 1963 in Hagerstown she was the daughter of the late, Russell Donald Coursey, Sr. and Johanna Elizabeth (Snyder) Coursey. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her husband, Steven M. Hull.Mrs. Hull was a...
Phyllis M. Sturtz
May 15, 2024
Phyllis M. (Bennett) Sturtz, 88, of Williamsport, MD, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Born on April 19, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Vernon Bennett and Viola (Hollada) Bennett.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Elvin J. Sturtz; brothers, Kenneth Bennett, and Dean Bennett; and sisters Rheda Reese, Wanda Seymour,...
Neelai Chatterton
May 14, 2024
Neelai Chatterton, 69, of Hagerstown, passed away, May 14, 2024, at Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, MD. Born September 24, 1954, in Laos, Southeast Asia.
Graduating with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware. Neelai, held a successful career at the Bank of America, where her dedication and expertise shone brightly. She was not merely a colleague to many but...
Gordon Lee Fisher
May 14, 2024
Gordon Lee Fisher, 71, of Hagerstown, Maryland, passed away on May 14, 2024. Born on May 27, 1952, he was the son of the late H. Ruth Fisher (Sherrad) and Jack H. Fisher.
He is preceded in death by his first wife, Jane Rowe Fisher; sister, Donna Di Bitonto and brother Gary Fisher.
Gordon was passionate about sports, most of all, baseball,...
Mae Elizabeth "Snookie" Burcker
May 14, 2024
Mae Elizabeth "Snookie" Burcker, 84, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Williamsport Nursing Home, Williamsport, Md.Born June 3, 1939 in Flintstone, Md. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years, George Alfred Burcker and one son, John Alt.Her and her husband were active as foster parents...
Margaret Naomi Long
May 14, 2024
Margaret Naomi Long, 99, of Hagerstown, passed away, Tuesday, May 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.Born March 2, 1925 in Downsville, Md. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Paul L. Long.She is survived by her son, Brian P. Long of Martinsburg, W.Va.; three grandchildren, Heather Dockeney and...
Julie Lynn Burger
May 11, 2024
Julie Lynn Burger (Wagaman), 51, of Hedgesville, WV passed away Saturday, May 11, 2024. Born on October 2, 1972 at Waynesboro Hospital, she was the daughter of Thomas E. Wagaman and Barbara J. Wagaman (Hudson). She is survived by her husband Todd K. Burger, daughters Alyssa M. Burger (Daulton), Ashley N. Burger, son Todd K. Burger Jr, sister Lisa A....
Shirley Ann Weaver
May 11, 2024
Shirley Ann Weaver, 94, of Maugansvillle, MD, passed away peacefully at Doey’s House on Saturday, May 11, 2024. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan on April 22, 1930. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Ralph Weaver, her parents, Mrytle Lou Still and George Clinton and five siblings.
Shirley is survived by her children, Michael Weaver and wife...
Lee Chandler Snyder
May 9, 2024
Lee Chandler Snyder, 84, of Hagerstown,MD, passed away surrounded by family on May 9, 2024. Born August 1, 1939, in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late Alton and Cubie Marie Snyder.Lee loved life and had many interests. From learning about WWII, watching NASCAR and football, his model train collection, and his love of the beach and lighthouses. However,...