Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Essex, MD and surrounding areas
Elnora Francis Reed
Jul 13, 2026
On July 13th, 2026 Elnora Francis Reed passed away peacefully. Beloved wife of Harold Reed; Loving Mother of Shawn Reed and his partner Michelle, Cherished grandmother of Shawna and Taylor; Dear sister of Deborah Jennings. Also survived by many family and friends.
A graveside service will take place on Friday, July 17th, 2026 at 10:30 AM in Holly Hill Memorial Gardens.
Mildred Marie Reider
Jul 11, 2026
On July 11, 2026, Mildred Marie Reider (Nee Stumpf) passed away. Beloved wife of the late George Reider; devoted mother of Karen McKenzie and her husband Carl, Suzann Conway, and the late David Reider and his wife Sandra; Cherished grandmother of Brian McKenzie and his wife Elizabeth, Daniel McKenzie and his wife Madelina and Lucas Reider; Dear great grandmother of...
Angela Marie Santini
Jul 7, 2026
Angela Marie Santini, a beacon of warmth and unwavering strength, passed away on July 7, 2026. Born on June 6, 1988, in New Jersey, Angela filled each of her 38 years with generosity, resilience, and a deep devotion to those she loved. Angela's story was one of compassion, fierce loyalty, and a spirited love for life.
Angela found her greatest joy...
Thomas Lee Greenbaum
Jul 5, 2026
Thomas Lee Greenbaum was born on June 29, 1961, in Baltimore City, Maryland. On July 5, 2026, Thomas’s journey came to a close in Middle River, Maryland, just after his sixty-fifth birthday—a fitting symmetry for a life defined by quiet strength and subtle resonance.
Thomas was fascinated by architecture and landscapes by a young age. He could draft houses by grade...
Theresa Diane DiPietro
Jul 5, 2026
Theresa ‘Diane’ DiPietro, nee Leap, of Essex, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5th, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She will be remembered for her kindness, strength, compassion, and the deep love she shared with those closest to her. Theresa touched many lives through her generosity, warmth, and unwavering devotion to her family.
She is survived by her loving...
Donald Richard Jenkins
Jul 4, 2026
On July 4th, 2026, Donald Richard Jenkins passed away peacefully. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Jenkins; Loving father of Donna Ridley and her husband Willie; Loving grandfather of Lindsey Drescher and Joseph Drescher with his girlfriend Carrie Dalton; Cherished great grandfather of Violet, Leela, Cameron, Harvey, Alice and his special boy Colton; Dearest companion Linda Mullins. Also survived by...
James Noah Reabe
Jun 30, 2026
On June 30, 2026, James Noah Reabe passed away. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Kay Reabe; devoted father of Michael James Reabe, Nicole Lynn Palmer (Nathan), and Kelly Ann Reabe (Warren Burke); cherished grandfather of Dylan James Reabe (Emma Harris), Blaine Palmer, and Maddie Palmer; loving son of the late Harry Reabe and Minnie Reabe (Nee Cubbage);...
Joyce Leona Bare
Jun 25, 2026
On June 25, 2026 Joyce Leona Bare passed away peacefully. Devoted mother of Sandy Drasal and her husband Joe, William Bare and his wife Christina, and the late Jerry Bare, Jr.; cherished grandmother of Joey Drasal, Matt Drasal and his wife Meaghan, and Izabella Bare; doting great-grandmother of Gunnar and Lucas Drasal.
A private cremation was held.
Elisabeth Wilhemine Maria Beare
Jun 17, 2026
Elisabeth Wilhelmine Beare, age 84 passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026. Born and raised in Köln Germany, Elisabeth later moved to England after her marriage to Peter Beare. In 1976, the family moved to Baltimore, Maryland.
Elisabeth worked as an office assistant and secretary handling bookkeeping and accounting for several firms around the Baltimore area. After retirement, Elisabeth enjoyed gardening,...
Patricia Catherine Travers
Jun 14, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Patricia C. Travers, 94, who passed peacefully on June 14, 2026, at the Senator Bob Hooper House in Forest Hill, MD. Born in Essex, MD, on September 4, 1931, to Francis and Thelma (Brumwell) Brown, Pat was the beloved wife of the late William A. Travers for seventy years....
John "Jack" Edward Simmons
Jun 11, 2026
John "Jack" Edward Simmons, a devoted husband, beloved father, cherished grandfather, and courageous Navy veteran, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, in Essex, Maryland. Born on February 16, 1941, in Baltimore, Maryland, John’s life spanned over 85 years, during which he exhibited unwavering dedication to his family, community, and country.
John’s journey began in the heart of Baltimore, where he...
Donald Edward Parlett
Jun 8, 2026
On June 8th, 2026 Donald Edward Parlett passed away. Loving brother of John J. Parlett and his late wife Norma, the late Roland "Sonny" Parlett & his late wife Margaret. Loving uncle to Karen Hutson and her husband Jim, and Laura Ellison; Loving Great Uncle to Brandon Hutson and his wife Amanda, Travis Hutson and his wife Alissa Hutson, Tyler...
James Edward Mowery
Jun 8, 2026
On June 8, 2026 James Edward Mowery passed away. Beloved husband of June Mowery of 44 years; Loving father of James Mowery II, Steven Mowery, and Michelle Kinape; Cherished grandfather of Kathren Kinape and James Mowery III; Proud great grandfather of Giovanni Mowery; Dear brother of Dennis, Roger, Wayne and the late Kermit; Loved son of the late Kermit Mowery and...
Brian Keith Reynolds Sr
Jun 5, 2026
On June 5th, 2026 Brian Keith Reynolds Sr. passed away. Beloved son of Bobby Reynolds Sr. and the late Betty Dowdy Reynolds; Loving father of Brian Reynolds Jr. and his wife Amanda, and Stephen Reynolds and his wife Stephanie; Dear grandfather of Chloe, Nathan, Londyn, Nova, Ava, and Calie; Cherished brother of Bobby Reynolds Jr. and his wife Debbie; Loving...
Marcella Stella Laflame
Jun 5, 2026
Marcella Stella Laflame, a beloved mother, sister, and devoted member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, in Baltimore, the city where her remarkable journey began on February 6, 1938. Marcella’s life was a testament to kindness, simplicity, and unwavering dedication, and her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Born and raised in Baltimore,...
John Anthony Sitar Jr
Jun 3, 2026
On Wednesday, June 3, in the year of our Lord 2026, God called home John (a.k.a. Jack) Anthony Sitar Jr.; loving husband of wife Gwendolyn Jean Sitar. He is survived by his adoring wife; his stepson Rick Corsa; grandson Aiden Timothy Corsa; loving uncle of Katie O’Malley, Megan Long, Matt O’Malley, & Joe O’Malley; loving brother of Robin and husband...
Carl Daniel Bruzdzinski, Sr.
May 29, 2026
Carl Daniel Bruzdzinski Sr., lost his battle with Heart Disease on May 29, 2026.
He was a long-time resident of Dundalk. MD.
He was in the first graduating class of Patapsco High School's class of 1965, where he met his wife of 60 years, Claudia (Maynard) Bruzdzinski. Together they had three children, sons Carl D. Bruzdzinski, Jr. predeceased, and George P. Bruzdzinski,...
Diana Leigh Hensler
May 28, 2026
Diana Leigh Fraizer-Hensler, 65, of Middle River, Maryland, passed away peacefully at home on May 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.
Born and raised in Maryland, Diana spent most of her life in Middle River and dedicated many years to working as a dental assistant. She was known for her caring nature, strong spirit, and the...
Ruby Christine Watkins
May 28, 2026
On May 28th, 2026 Ruby Christine Watkins passed away peacefully. Beloved mother of Lena Tobash with her late husband Rich and the late Jeff Watkins; Loving grandmother of Nick Tobash and his wife Eleanore; Cherished great grandmother of Steven, Angela, Sydney, and Melanie; Adored great great grandmother of Arthur, Serena and Alex; Dear sister of the late Viola “Bunk”, the...
Barbara Hall
May 24, 2026
On May 24th, 2026 Barbara Hall passed away. Beloved wife of John Hall; Loving mother of Candice Werrell and Tony Hall along with his wife Danielle. Cherished mommom of Brendon, Miranda, Jackson, and Paxton; Dear sister of Harry Culpepper and Emily “Sue” Walker. She was proceeded in death by her parents Jack and Nona Culpepper. She was affectionately known as...
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