Obituaries
Ray "Steve" Stevenson Pack
Sep 23, 2024
Ray “Steve” Stevenson Pack passed away in Hagerstown, Maryland, on Monday, September 23, 2024. Born on July 3, 1958, he was the son of the late Jack Pack and Margaret (Kesner) Pack.
Ray is survived by his siblings, Ricky Pack (Lorrie), Tim Pack, and Anita Pack as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In his professional life, Ray was a security guard....
Herbert F. O'Dell
Sep 23, 2024
Herbert F. O'Dell, 94, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Monday, September 23, 2024, at his daughter’s home in Mt. Airy.
Born January 29, 1930, in Paterson, New Jersey, he was the son of the late, John O’Dell and Ethyl (ILer ) O’Dell, and the Stepson of Joseph Prentice.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia...
Larraine Isabell Shepherd
Sep 22, 2024
Larraine Isabell Shepherd, 102, of Hagerstown, went home to be with the Lord on September 22, 2024. Born November 21, 1921, she was the daughter of Victor Albertus and Bessie Albertha Schuyler Souders.
She was the oldest member of the Hagerstown Bible Church, having attended services there starting at age four. As a member, she was a past Deaconess and a...
Paul I. Showe Jr.
Sep 21, 2024
Paul I. Showe Jr., "Too Tall” 77, of Mercersburg, Pennsylvania passed away, Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the Chambersburg Hospital in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania surrounded by loved ones.
Born September 15, 1947, in Hagerstown, Maryland, he was the son of the late Paul Showe Sr., and Mary Elizabeth (Finkey) Showe.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 6 brothers,...
Robert Norman Bachtell
Sep 20, 2024
Robert Norman Bachtell III, 70, of Smithsburg, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024 at Doey’s House in Hagerstown, MD.
Born on July 30,1954 in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late Robert Norman Bachtell and Betty Jane (Edwards) Bachtell.
For 25 years, Robert dedicated his professional life to being an Aerospace Graphic Designer where his artistic talents flourished. Beyond his professional...
Mary "Molly" Margaret Whitacre
Sep 20, 2024
Mary Margret “Molly” (Brawner, Lowe) Whitacre gained her wings on September 20, 2024 at the home of her granddaughter and caregiver Wendy Hicks who lovingly helped her transition to the arms of her beloved savior.
Molly was preceded in death by her loving husband Samuel Whitacre. She is survived by her seven children; Kathleen Paris, Mary Randolph, Charles Lowe, III, Arthur...
Victoria M. Hansford
Sep 14, 2024
Victoria M. Hansford, 63 of Roseboro, North Carolina passed away at her home on September 14, 2024. Born November 23, 1960, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania to the late Richard C. Topper and Hazel E. Topper.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Patricia Matthews, and brother, Christopher E. Topper
Vick found immense joy in visiting the beach...
Joyce Deemer Winters
Sep 14, 2024
Joyce Deemer Winters, 75, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Saturday, September 14, 2024 at her home.Born August 6, 1949 in Johnstown, Pa. she was the daughter of the late, George Lincoln and Dorothy (Stiles) Deemer. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by a grandson, Robert Allen Winters; a sister, Cathy Heberlig and a nephew, Michael...
Charlotte Mae Clemson Shaffer
Sep 12, 2024
Charlotte Mae Clemson Shaffer of Hagerstown, Md. passed from this life September 12, 2024, at Somerford Assisted Living in Hagerstown after a lengthy struggle with dementia. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe Shaffer and her first husband, Paul Clemson Jr., and her brother, Alva "Ray" Dinterman Jr.
Charlotte was born on July 24, 1937, in Frederick, Md and...
"Sam" Millard Winston Allen
Sep 11, 2024
"Sam" Millard Winston Allen, 83, of Hagerstown, Md., went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Wednesday, September 11, 2024.Born February 26, 1941 in Oldtown, Md. he was the son of the late, Leroy Lionel and Daisy Isabelle (Crabtree) Allen. In addition to his parents he also was preceded in death by his loving wife of 26 years, Debra...
Joshua Daniel Boone
Sep 11, 2024
Joshua Daniel Boone, 38, of Williamsport, MD, died on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, in Inwood, WV.
Joshua Boone was born on June 9, 1986, in Hagerstown, MD. He was the son of Daniel and Stephanie Boone.
Joshua was employed as a paint maker at Rustoleum in Williamsport, MD for seven years.
Joshua’s joy in life included the love of the river and sea,...
Kathleen Annette Connelly
Sep 10, 2024
Kathleen A. Connelly, 71, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away peacefully at Doey's House, surrounded by her friends and family. Born on April 10, 1953, in Caledonia, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late John Henry Gafney and Dorothy Reba Boyd.
Her father passed away unexpectedly the day after her birth, and she was raised by her mother until the age...
Gene Edward Kauffman Sr.
Sep 10, 2024
Gene Edward Kauffman Sr., 80, of Hagerstown, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024, In Hagerstown, MD. Born May 16, 1944, to the late Evered and Ruth (Martin) Kauffman.
In addition to his parents, He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia “Ginger” Kauffman, son Gene “JR" Kauffman Jr; brother Richard Kauffman; sister Shirley Smith and brother-in-law Harold “Mickey" Smith; and...
Jeannette LaRue Smith
Sep 10, 2024
On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, in Hagerstown, MD, beloved mother, Jeannette LaRue Smith, went home to the Lord.
Born on November 10, 1926 in Wolfsville, MD, she was the daughter of the late Toncilau and Olive (Pryor) Blickenstaff. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, R. Stuart Blickenstaff (Joyce).
She was a lifelong member of St....
Donna Rae Hovermill
Sep 8, 2024
Donna Rae Hovermill, 81, of Hagerstown, Md., passed away, Sunday September 8, 2024 at Somerford Place, Hagerstown.Born January 28, 1943 in Hagerstown she was the daughter of the late, Marvin Walter and Marian Eleanore (Ruthrauff) Bishop. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by her loving husband of 38 years, Paul Nelson Hovermill and one brother,...
Valentina Andrevna Land
Sep 7, 2024
Valentina Andrevna Land, 77, passed away on September 7, 2024 at Hagerstown Health.
She was born on May 22, 1947 in Russia. Valentina preceded in death by her spouse.
Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery.
Rosemarie "Rose" Arlene Jacobus
Sep 5, 2024
Rosemarie "Rose" A. Jacobus, 89, of Hagerstown, passed away, Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Doey's House, Hagerstown, Md.Born December 16, 1934 in Crystal Lake, Illinois. she was the daughter of the late, Joseph Feffer, Sr. and Martha (Taube) Feffer. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by a daughter, Catherine Jacobus and five siblings, Dale Feffer,...
Barbara Ellen Barkdoll
Sep 4, 2024
Barbara Ellen Barkdoll, 96, of State Line, Pa., went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at her home.Born August 11, 1928, in State Line, she was the daughter of the late, George William Sellers II and Sarah Prudence (Shaffer) Sellers. In addition to her parents she also was preceded in death by...
Nelson Leon Lewis
Sep 2, 2024
Nelson Leon Lewis passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024, in Hagerstown, MD. Born on July 3, 1941, he was the son of the late Leon Lewis and Doris Shank.
Nelson worked for Washington County Roads for over twenty years as a group leader before retiring in 2003.
Nelson is survived by his wife, Linda Lewis; son, Daniel Lewis and Family; and...
Gail Florence Miller
Sep 1, 2024
Gail F. Miller age 82, passed away peacefully on her birthday September 1, 2024. She was born September 1, 1942 in Oceanside, New York to Timothy and Beverly Shanahan where she graduated high school in 1960.
She loved the holidays and providing gifts was her passion and was always surprised upon receiving gifts from her family and friends. Gail loved sports...