Obituaries

Apr 24, 2025

Rev. Lawrence J. Decker, Jr., 75 years, of Perryville, MD, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025, in Lewes, DE. Born July 24, 1949, in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Lawrence Sr., and Alice Ochs Decker.

Before Ordination, Rev. Decker was employed at Investors, Inc., Manhattan, NY, and served honorably with the U.S. Army...

Apr 17, 2025

Barbara Ann Conrad, age 83, of Conowingo, Maryland, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. Born on July 7, 1941, in Rich Hill, North Carolina, Barbara was the daughter of Knowlton and Julia Bechtel (nee Graybeal).

Barbara was a talented floral designer whose artistry and care brought beauty and comfort to many throughout her career...

Apr 16, 2025

Gregory Levon Griffin, Sr., 73, departed this life on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Elkton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Elkton, MD, surrounded by his loved ones. Gregory was born January 30, 1952, in Elkton, MD, to Daniel Griffin, Sr., and Lenabel Bond Griffin who have both since gone home to Glory.

During his early school years,...

Apr 15, 2025

Alvin Waller, age 91, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025 at his daughter’s home in Perryville, MD. Born on June 24, 1933 in Hurt, VA, he was the son of the late Randolph Sampson Waller and the late Reecy Simpson Harper. He was a retired accountant for Prince George’s County Gov’t and a U.S. Air Force veteran. While...

Apr 15, 2025

Nancy Carroll Barr, 88 years, of Perryville, MD, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 in the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center of Bel Air, MD. Born February 9, 1937 in Port Deposit, MD, she was the daughter of the late John “Buddy” Carroll and Sara Rebecca Simpers Thomas.

Nancy was a member of the Perryville...

Apr 15, 2025

George Adam Woll, 80, of Colora, Maryland, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025 with his loving wife of 50 years by his side.

Born February 22, 1945 in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of the late Carrie Woll.

George served his country in the United States Navy from 1965-1969 aboard the U.S.S....

Apr 14, 2025

Robert Walter Pontown, 82 years, of Conowingo, MD, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025 in the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center of Bel Air, MD. Born October 8, 1942 in Glen Ridge, NJ, he was the son of the late Walter and Helen Krztkwa Pontown.

Mr. Pontown was a member of Good Shepherd Parish of...

Apr 10, 2025

Natividad Encinas Almonte, 103 years, of Havre de Grace, MD, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025 at home. Born December 25, 1921 in San Pascual, Masbate, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Doroteo and Melecia Gonzales Encinas.

Mrs. Almonte was a parishioner of the Good Shepherd Parish and attended the Good Shepherd Catholic Church of...

Apr 1, 2025

Barbara Hays Lamb, a cherished mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, passed away at home on April 1, 2025, at 12:15 a.m. at the age of 93 after a brief illness.

Barbara dedicated her life to her family as a full-time homemaker. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Bruce Lamb and Tracey McKee of Baton...

Mar 24, 2025

Emily “Deane” Truslow, 83 years, of Perryville, MD, passed away Monday, March 24, 2025 at her daughter’s home in Forest Hill, MD. Born June 17, 1941 in Rising Sun, MD, she was the daughter of the late Melvin George and Ella Frances McDowell Snelling.

Deane was a member of the Asbury Methodist Church of Port Deposit, MD....

Mar 20, 2025

Johnny Joe Lawson, 70 years, of Colora, MD, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025 in the Autumn Lake Healthcare at Calvert Manor of Rising Sun, MD. Born November 10, 1954 in Bluefield, WVA, he was the son of the late James Thomas and Marjorie Leona Carter Lawson.

Johnny is survived by his brother, James William Lawson.

Mar 19, 2025

Ruth Jean Blakeley, 70 years, of Rising Sun, MD, passed way Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at home. Born July 15, 1954 in Pennsylvania she was the daughter of the late Harry Adolph and Ida Beatrice Curlett Passion.

Ruth was formerly employed by Morgan Drive Away of Elkton, MD, as a secretary.

Ruth is survived by...

Mar 16, 2025

Scott A. Giles, Sr., 49 years, of Conowingo, MD, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025 at home. Born August 15, 1975 in Wilmington, DE, he was the son of the late Steven E. Giles, Sr., and Patricia L. Shatzer Giles Bromley.

Scott was formerly employed as a Service Manager and Mechanic by Mike Montgomery Auto of Colora,...

Mar 14, 2025

Carla Gloria Zabala, 24 years, Havre de Grace, MD, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at home. Born December 14, 2000 in Silver Spring, MD, she was the daughter of Jose and Deanna Dodd Zabala.

Carla was employed as a cashier by Royal Farms of Aberdeen, MD. Carla had a heart full of kindness, a spirit full...

Mar 13, 2025

Jewell Dean Booher, 91 years, of Elkton, MD, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 13, 2025. Born August 8, 1933 in Mountain City, TN, she was the daughter of the late Roy Butler and Emma Willien Hammons.

Jewell was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a homemaker and liked to spend time with, and cook for,...

Mar 8, 2025

Albert Craig Thomas, 91 years, of Port Deposit, MD, Saturday, March 8, 2025 in the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center of Bel Air, MD. Born January 16, 1934 in Port Deposit, MD, the son of the late Albert B. and Mary Craig Thomas.

Mr. Thomas was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served from...

Mar 7, 2025

Nora Catherine Walker, 88 years, went to be with our Lord Friday, March 7, 2025 in Rising Sun, MD, following her fight with dementia. Born January 31, 1937 in Conowingo, MD, Nora dedicated her life to her family and career at the Perry Point V.A. Medical Center. Nora was a retired food service worker. She took pride in her...

Mar 7, 2025

Rita E. Zimmerman, age 74, of Perryville, MD passed away March 7, 2025 at Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center in Havre De Grace, MD with her daughter by her side. She was born September 25, 1950 in Havre De Grace, MD. She was the daughter of the late Arthur E. Jackson and the late Reba A. Burlin. She was...

Mar 3, 2025

Betty Ann Keesee, age 56, of Perryville, MD, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025, surrounded by those who loved her.

A true free spirit with a quick wit, Bettyann was known for her sharp sense of humor, her unapologetic honesty, and her ability to bring laughter into any room. She had a way of telling it...

Feb 28, 2025

Janet Ann Long who resided in Dublin, MD went on to be with the Lord on February 28, 2025, with her daughter and grandson by her side.  She truly embodied the spirit of what it meant to be a good and faithful servant of the Lord. She never wavered in her faith and demonstrated the love of Jesus to...