Obituaries

Jul 27, 2024

Dare Whirley Baker, 71, passed on Saturday July 27, 2024, at the Mercy House of Chambersburg, PA. Born in Maryland to the late Charles L. Whirley and Doris J. (Hall) Hayes. She was the beloved wife of Douglas Ray Baker.

Dare graduated from Damascus High School and would later obtain her nursing degree from Frederick Community College....

Jul 24, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family, of Benjamin A. Mock, Sr, announce his death on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Benjamin died at his home in Hagerstown, Md. He was born April 21st, 1935, he was 89 years old. Benjamin is proceeded in death by his parents, Edward Harrison Mock and Carrie Marshall Simpson Mock. Four brothers: Hank,...

Jul 23, 2024

Christopher Guild Conner, 63, of Frederick Md, passed away on July 23, 2024.

Born December 31, 1960 at Orange, New Jersey. He was the son of the late Guild Pursel Conner of Benton Pennsylvania and Miriam Haugh Conner of Frederick Maryland, and grandson of  Marvin Ellis Conner and Josephine Pursel Conner, and Forrest Delaney Haugh and Clara...

Jul 23, 2024

Mrs. Doris M. Crone, 94, of Frederick, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Homewood at Crumland Farms.  She was the wife of the late Edward Crone, who preceded her in death in 1997.

Born August 26, 1929 in Charles Town, WV, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Elvie (Nicewarner) Strailman.

Mrs....

Jul 19, 2024

With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the peaceful passing of Paula Ellery Charles better known as Ms. Ellery/Ma Charles on Friday, July 19th at her family residence in Soufriere, St. Lucia.

She was the beloved mother of Mrs. Karan Charles Blackman and Mrs. Charlene Solozano, Sons In Law Lyndon Blackman and Darren Solozano. Grandchildren Dr....

Jul 15, 2024

Dr. Salvatore Joseph Caradonna, 71, of Frederick, passed away at his home on Monday July 15, 2024. Born in Marlboro, New York on May 5, 1953 to the late Joseph and Mary (Trapani) Caradonna. He was the beloved husband to Christine Marie Caradonna.

Salvatore graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1980 and...

Jul 14, 2024

Mr. Dennis Edward Seibert Sr., 70, of Frederick, died Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Suburban Hospital, Bethesda.  He was the loving husband of Mary Seibert for 42 years.

Born on September 29, 1953 in Hagerstown, he was the son of the late Donald Seibert and Catherine Gordon Wolfe.

Dennis graduated from Frederick High School in...

Jul 13, 2024

Rolando Balcazar Jr., 48, of Frederick, Maryland, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 13th, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose vibrant spirit and unwavering love touched the hearts of all who knew him. Rolando will be deeply missed and forever remembered for the joy and light he brought to those around him.

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Jul 12, 2024

John L. “Skip” Manley, 84, of Frederick, died on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Frederick Health Hospital. He was married to Carol A. Manley in August of 1965. Born in Frostburg, Maryland, on November 18, 1939. He was the son of the late John F. Manley and Mary P. Manley of Frostburg.

Surviving are his three children,...

Jul 9, 2024

Daniel J. Moore Sr., 85, of Frederick MD passed away on Tuesday July 9, 2024 at Citizens Care Center. He was born on November 9, 1938, in Frederick MD and was the son of the late Urban W. Moore, Sr. and the late Kathleen M. Moore.

Danny enjoyed spending time with his family, camping, woodworking, and working...

Jul 5, 2024

William F. Lee, Jr. passed into eternal peace on July 5, 2024 in the home he constructed by his own hand, surrounded by his loving family and devoted wife, Frances “Susie” Lee. He was born in Frederick, MD. On February 19 ,1944 to the late Charlotte Doris Fritz and the late William F. Lee, Sr. William is survived by his...

Jun 30, 2024

Mrs. Sarah Helen “Sally” Proulx, 53, of Frederick, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Kline Hospice House after a brave two year and nine month battle against Stage IV colon cancer. She was the devoted and cherished wife of Nelson Proulx for 19 years, and the loving mother of their three beautiful children.

Born June...

Jun 29, 2024

Mrs. Karen Lynne Miss, 61, of Frederick, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Frederick Health.  She was the loving wife of Wayne Miss for 32 years.

Born March 15, 1963, in Shreveport, LA, she was the daughter of the late Richard and JoAnn Lewis.

Karen worked for National Geographic Society as a Total Rewards...

Jun 27, 2024

Colonel David Andrew Vetter departed peacefully for his journey to heaven on June 27, 2024. David was born on July 22, 1945, to the late Donald and Elizabeth Vetter in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He met his beloved wife, Royce, at Dwight D. Eisenhower High School in Blue Island, Illinois. David attended the United States Naval Academy after high school. He...

Jun 26, 2024

Mary Elizabeth Braskey Smith, 88, passed peacefully, surrounded by her family, on June 26, 2024. She was born in Nikep, Maryland and was the daughter of late Helen Staup and Leslie Staup.

Mary was employed in accounts payable at Bon Ton for many years before retiring to take care of her three grandchildren. She also worked for...

Jun 23, 2024

Roland Bruce Willett “RB” returned home on June 23, 2024, after living 94 years on this earth. Born on November 27,1929, in Bethesda, MD to Grace Irene Caton and David Ellis Willett, he raised his family in Rockville, MD until retiring to Jefferson, MD with his wife, Marie Willett. RB was surrounded by his loving family until his final...

Jun 20, 2024

Carolee Marita (Everhart) Stup was born in Frederick on April 2, 1929, the only child of Carroll and Mildred (Twentey) Everhart. She passed away June 20, 2024.

Carolee was always stylishly dressed by her mother, indulged by her father, and adored by both. Vivacious and charming from girlhood forward, she was known as sweet and fun loving...

Jun 20, 2024

Albert “Dick” Henry Danner III, 88, passed away June 20, 2024, at Somerford Place, Frederick, MD.  He was born on Sept. 19, 1935, in Brunswick to Albert Henry Danner II and Margaret (Tobery) Danner.

He moved to Frederick in the 10th grade.  He sang in the Glee Club and played Soccer.  Dick graduated in the Class of...

Jun 19, 2024

Mr. Hugo Valenzuela, born May 15, 1942, to Rosa Margarita Jara de Valenzuela and Lizardo Valenzuela Cuellar, gained his wings to heaven June 19, 2024, peacefully at home, surrounded by his wife, kids and grandchildren. Mr. Valenzuela, born and raised in Peru, was of Peruvian and Spanish ancestry. He had a passion for athletics and music. As a child and...

Jun 11, 2024

Mr. Nicanor “Nick” Díaz, 76, passed away at his home in Middletown, Maryland on Tuesday June 11, 2024.

Nick was a well-known and respected force in Frederick County and beyond for his dedication to excellence in Math, Music, and Motorcycling.

Nick was born on December 26, 1947, to the late Idania Magdelena Fernández Prats and...