Obituaries

Shelly Ann Moats

Shelly Ann Moats

Sep 27, 2023

Shelly Ann Moats, 55, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 due to a tragic car accident. Born March 22, 1968 in Hagerstown. She was the daughter of Francis and Dennis Gladhill.

Shelly graduated in 1986 from North Hagerstown High School. She enjoyed riding her Harley Davidson Motorcycle as well as camping and spending outdoor time with...

Ronald Paul Johnston

Ronald Paul Johnston

Sep 27, 2023

 

Ronald Paul Johnston, 81, of Hagerstown, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

 

Born on May 16, 1942, in Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Guy Clifford and Capitola Elizabeth Johnston. He was married to the late Rose Marie Johnston for 55 years.

 

Ronald graduated from Greencastle...

Helen Bitner

Helen Bitner

Sep 24, 2023

Helen Louise (Huntzberry) Bitner, 79, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away September 24, 2023, at her home.

Born January 20, 1944, in Pondsville, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Verdean and Mildred (Fox) Huntzberry. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Eugene Lynn Bitner on March 13, 2012.

Helen was a graduate of Smithsburg High...

Sheryll Lynn Smith

Sheryll Lynn Smith

Sep 23, 2023

 

Sheryll Lynn Smith

March 18th, 1955 – September 23rd, 2023

 

At 2:35 AM on the morning of Saturday, September 23, 2023, Sheryll Lynn Smith passed away from this world into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. Sheryll was 68 years old. Sheryll was born to Marshall...

Leon W. "Sonny" Hassler

Leon W. "Sonny" Hassler

Sep 22, 2023

 

Leon William "Sonny" Hassler, 83, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Friday, September 22, 2023 at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown.

Born September 11, 1940 in Hagerstown he was the son of the late, Charles and Eva Elizabeth (Shoemaker) Hassler. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by his loving wiffe of 54 years, Violet Rebecca "Becky"...

Ernesto Sevilla Aragon

Ernesto Sevilla Aragon

Sep 19, 2023

Ernesto Sevilla Aragon, 92 of Hagerstown, Maryland passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 19, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. 

He was born in Manila and was the son of the late Estanislao Aragon and Sebastiana Sevilla Aragon.  He had a degree in Civil Engineering and worked for Proctor and Gamble Philippine Manufacturing Company.  He retired from...

Jeremy Scott Drury

Jeremy Scott Drury

Sep 17, 2023

Jeremy Scott DruryNovember 3, 1966 – September 17,2023

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle, and friend.

Jeremy Scott Drury, 56, of NYC, NY, passed away at his home on September 17, 2023.

Born November 3, 1966, in Washington County, MD, he was the son of the late Harvey J. Drury and Thelma...

Jeremy Scott Drury

Jeremy Scott Drury

Sep 17, 2023

 

Jeremy Scott Drury

November 3, 1966 – September 17,2023

 

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle, and friend.

 

Jeremy Scott Drury, 56, of NYC, NY, was confirmed deceased at his home on September 17, 2023.

Born November 3, 1966, in Washington County, MD, he was the son of the late...

Barbra Jeanne Murray

Barbra Jeanne Murray

Sep 17, 2023

Barbra Jeanne Murray, 51, of Greencastle Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on September 17th, 2023. Barbra was born on April 20, 1972, in the Philippines. She and her family moved to the United States in 1987, eventually settling in Hagerstown, Maryland. Barbra graduated from North Hagerstown High School in 1989. After obtaining her associate degree from Hagerstown Community College, she graduated...

Ronald Burkett

Ronald Burkett

Sep 15, 2023

 

Ronald Lee Burkett, 89, of Boonsboro, passed away, Friday, September 15, 2023, unexpectedly at his home. Born January 21, 1934, in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late Arthur and Ruth (Yeagy) Burkett.

Ronald worked as a Sheet metal mechanic doing mechanical and electrical contracting where he retired from. He was a member of the St. Agnes Catholic...

Mary Dolores Osik

Mary Dolores Osik

Sep 13, 2023

 

Mary Delores Osik, 93, of Hagerstown, MD passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at Coffman's Nursing Home.

Born on November 4, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Elmer and Ethel Trimmer, She was very close to her step mother Virginia Trimmer who helped to raise her, after her mother's passed at a very young age from...

Laura "Sissy" R Grams

Laura "Sissy" R Grams

Sep 11, 2023

 

With a heavy heart I must announce the passing of my beloved daughter, Laura R. “Sissy” Grams into the loving arms of her heavenly father and savior on September 11, 1023.

Born on August 29, 1973, in Washington County, Maryland. She was the daughter of the late Charles W. Grams and Nacy M. Longanecker Grams Ryder.

She passed away...

James "Jim" Elwood Lewis

James "Jim" Elwood Lewis

Sep 10, 2023

James Elwood “Jim” Lewis, 94, of Hagerstown, Maryland, passed away on September 10, 2023, at Doey’s House. He was the beloved husband of 71 years to the late Joann Lewis. 

Born on February 27, 1929, he was the son of the late Lester Lewis and Leona (Smith) Lewis. He was employed with Duvinage Corp until his retirement. He lived life...

Ernest Glenwood Best

Ernest Glenwood Best

Sep 9, 2023

Ernest Glenwood "Ernie" Best, 74, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Doey's House, Hagerstown.

Born April 18, 1949 in Frederick, Md. he was the son of the late, Linford and Kathryn (Kennedy) Best. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by a sister, Rebecca Younkins; a grandson, Jonathan Best and a nephew,...

Jeannine Lazo

Jeannine Lazo

Sep 9, 2023

Jeannine Lazo, 88, of Hagerstown, Maryland, passed away peacefully in the early hours of September 9. Born in Huntington, West Virginia, Jeannine was the only child of Lillian and Guy Gochenour. She studied nursing and worked as a Registered Nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital in Huntington, where she met her husband of 54 years, Alfonso Lazo, during his residency there...

Phyllis Yvonne Meyers

Phyllis Yvonne Meyers

Sep 8, 2023

 

 

Phyllis Yvonne Meyers, 96, of Hagerstown, MD passed away peacefully on September 8,2023, at Homewood in Williamsport, MD. 

Born on April 4,1927 to the late Lester J. Britcher and Ruby C. Britcher (Stouffer).

 

Survived and cared for by:

Daughter R. Suzette Ungvarsky and Husband Joseph J. Ungvarsky of Pasadena, MD

Granddaughter Megan B. Muller and Husband Clint A....

Joan Loretta Kohler

Joan Loretta Kohler

Sep 8, 2023

 



Joan L. Kohler, 90, of Hagerstown, went to be with the lord on Friday, September 8, 2023, at Doey’s House, just 2 days before her 91st birthday.  Born September 10, 1932, in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Noble F. and Genevieve (Newcomb) Simpson.

Joan graduated from Coolidge High School, in Washington, DC, and went...

Kasey Belt

Kasey Belt

Sep 5, 2023

 

Kasey Marie Belt, 36 of Hagerstown, Maryland passed away on September 5, 2023, at her home.

Kasey was born on February 23, 1987, to Stephen and Kathleen (Bell) Belt. Kasey was working as a food and nutrition supervisor at the Veteran’s Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV. She enjoyed trips to the pumpkin patch and to the beach especially...

Elizabeth Ann Bowers

Elizabeth Ann Bowers

Sep 5, 2023

Elizabeth Ann Bowers passed away on September 5, 2023 at Somerford House in Hagerstown, MD.  

Born April 13, 1934 in Hagerstown, MD, she was the daughter of the late Henry J. Carroll, Sr. and Hollis Lee (Grove) Carroll.  She was the loving wife of the late Richard L. Bowers, to whom she was married for 66 years before his...

David Albert Robinson

David Albert Robinson

Sep 5, 2023

 

David Albert (Dave) Robinson (80) of Hanover, PA and formerly of New Windsor, MD, passed from our lives, Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at Bridging Life, Westminster, MD. He left behind his high school sweetheart, the Love of his Life and best friend, wife, Sue.He had no children, but is survived by four brothers and their families, John and Bonnie,...