Obituaries
Local obituaries for Odenton and surrounding areas.
Ashvin P. Patel
Jun 30, 2016
Ashvin P. Patel of Elkridge, Maryland passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2016. Ashvin is survived by many family members and friends.
Balkar Singh Ghuman
Jun 25, 2016
Waheguruu Ji Ka Khalsa
Waheguruu Ji Ki Fateh!
Our beloved darji, Sardar Balkar Singh Ghuman, a resident of Bowie, MD, passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Doctor's Community Hospital in Lanham, MD. He was 91. He leaves behind a lasting legacy and a family with three sons, one...
Ellen (Smith) Smith
Jun 22, 2016
Flora Ellen Smith, “Ellen”, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at the Hospice Inpatient Care Center in Pasadena, MD. She was 73 years old.
Ellen Smith was born in Tazewell, TN on September 16, 1942 and was the daughter of the late Cecilia Irene (nee McAnally) Smith and Albert Benton Smith. ...
Barbara L. Slabinski
Jun 20, 2016
On June 20, 2016, Barbara Lee “Bobbie” Slabinski passed away at the age of 78. Beloved mother of Peggy McVicker and her husband Johnny; dearest companion of 33 years to David Morgan and cherished grandmother of Kevin McVicker. She was predeceased by her son Michael Slabinski, her sister Lois Duel, and her former husband Edward Slabinski.
...Bessie J. (Ward) Daff
Jun 12, 2016
Bessie J. Daff, a resident of Gambrills, MD, formerly of Glen Burnie, MD and Martinsburg, WV, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at Baltimore Washington Medical Center in Glen Burnie, MD with her family at her side. She was 84. Bessie was born on December 4, 1931 in Orient Hill, WV,...
Warren O. Richardson
Jun 12, 2016
Warren O. Richardson of Odenton, MD passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD, at the age of 87. Warren was born on May 6, 1929 in Sugar Grove, VA to the late James Walker Richardson and Lily Mae (Williams) Richardson....
Nancy Y. (Lane) Powell
Jun 12, 2016
Nancy Y. Powell, a resident of Odenton, MD, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis, MD. She was 80.
Nancy was a member of Nichols Bethel United Methodist Church in Odenton, Maryland. She enjoyed taking cruises with her late husband, Wayne, taking family vacations, crocheting, caring for her...
Lesley Ellen (Bush) Burr
Jun 9, 2016
Lesley Ellen Burr, a beautiful wife, mother, sister, friend, educator, grandma, and hero passed away on June 9, 2016 at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.
Born in Chelsea, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of Ruth and Norman Bush (both deceased). Lesley grew up in a military family and traveled...
Anna Marie Ferguson-Davie
Jun 9, 2016
On June 9th, 2016, Anna Marie Ferguson-Davie, a resident of Severn for 50 years, passed away at the age of 91. Devoted wife of 34 years to the late Henry Ferguson-Davie, USMC Ret.; Beloved mother of Anna L. Hornbaker and Lewis H. Ferguson-Davie; Caring sister of Mae Thompson; Cherished grandmother of 5 and great-grandmother of 5. Marie was...
Yash Mitul Shah
Jun 5, 2016
Yash Mitul Shah of Ellicott City, Maryland, passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2016. Yash was born on November 19, 1999 in Columbia, Maryland and was the son of Mitual and Padma Shah. Yash is survived by many family members and friends.
Geraldine R. Creasy
Jun 2, 2016
On June 2, 2016, Geraldine “Gerri” R. Creasy went home to be with the Lord. She was 75. Beloved wife of the late Leroy H. Creasy; devoted mother of Elbert Royster and his wife Gina; loving sister of Shirley Price, Joan Ann Stewart, and Don M. Royster Sr.; cherished grandmother of Ryan Giles, Gerald Royster, Erica Royster, and...
Donna Lynn Phelps
May 26, 2016
Donna Lynn “Sunshine” Phelps of Severn, MD, passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2016, at her residence, at the age of 64. Donna was born on October 27, 1951, in Marietta, Georgia.
Donna graduated in the class of '70 at Phil Campbell High School, Phil Campbell, AL. She...
Amy Dhawan
May 25, 2016
DHAWAN, Amy, passed away unexpectedly, May 25, 2016. Amy was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend that will forever be remembered by her intelligence, kindness, wit and love of others. Amy enjoyed travelling, reading, music and spending time with friends and family. She is survived by her parents Surender and Raj, and her brothers Monik and Aman....
Wesley R. Herman Sr.
May 24, 2016
Wesley R. Herman, Sr., 77, of Severn, MD, passed peacefully from this earth on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at his home. Sonny was born on October 18, 1938 in Connellsville, PA, to the late Russell and Frances (nee Hensel)Herman. He was predeceased by one sister, Rose Leighty of White, PA. He is survived by his devoted...
Amratlal A. Patel
May 22, 2016
On May 22, 2016, Mr. Amratlal A. Patel of College Park passed away at the age of 75. He is survived by his wife, his children and their spouses, and many other loving family members and dear friends.
Denise M. Brazerol
May 19, 2016
On May 19, 2016, Denise M. Brazerol, passed away at the age of 55. Born in Washington, D.C., Denise lived in the Centreville and Stevensville area for the past 15 years. Beloved daughter of Dean E. Gore and Sharon A. Shields; devoted mother of Jason, Stephanie, and Jacob Brazerol; cherish grandmother of 4. Denise was predeceased by her...
Yvette Michelle Onwudiwe
May 18, 2016
On May 18, 2016, Yvette Michelle Onwudiwe of Severn, formerly of Burtonsville, passed away at the age of 44. Devoted wife of 21 years to Emmanuel A. Onwudiwe; Beloved mother of Yasmine G. Onwudiwe of Towson and Ashley C. Onwudiwe of Clarion, PA; Loving daughter of Israel F. Crespo of Lancaster, PA, and Marcella A. Rice...
Charles Robert "Buck" Sheckels
May 17, 2016
Charles Robert “Buck” Sheckels of New Carrollton, MD, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at Prince George’s Hospital Center in Cheverly, MD, at the age of 79. Buck was born on November 28, 1936 in Washington, DC to the late William Howard Sheckels and Edith Marie (Thompson) Sheckels.
Buck is survived...
Brad David Kirkendall
May 17, 2016
Brad David Kirkendall of Odenton, MD, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. Brad was born on October 8, 1966 in Williamsport, PA and was the son of June L. Kirkendall and the late David F. Kirkendall.
Brad was most proud of his family and was dedicated to supporting them always. His passions included...

