OBITUARIES
A tribute to a life truly lived.
Edilberto R. Beltran
Nov 9, 2026
On November 9, 2026, Edilberto R. Beltran, beloved husband of Diadema S. Beltran; devoted father of Rowena Crist (Michael), Carene Giannico (Michael), Edilberto Beltran (Victoria), Tristan Tayag (Jennifer), Enrico Beltran (Cara), and the late J. Christopher Tayag (Kerry); loving grandfather of 14; also survived by extended family.A Funeral Mass will be held at the Immaculate…
Kenneth Aldar Kulchar
Aug 5, 1949 - Nov 8, 2026
On November 8, 2026 Kenneth Aldar Kulchar passed away. Kenneth was born on August 5, 1949 in Caretta, WV to his late parents Aldar and Julie Kulchar. Kenneth is survived by his beloved wife Betty L. Kulchar; devoted stepchildren Daniel Peltzer, Dudley Peltzer, the late Betty Bridges, Stacy Peltzer (Beth), and James Peltzer; dear sisters…
Joanne Krebs
Nov 8, 2026
Beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished sister, and loving aunt, Joanne (Frey) Krebs, 66, passed away on November 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of those whose lives she touched, and who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts.Born on February 16. 1960, in Baltimore Maryland, Joanne was the youngest child of Frances L.…
Robert Steven Windsor
Nov 7, 2026
On November 7, 2026, Robert Steven Windsor passed away peacefully in Towson, Maryland surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Nancy McKee Windsor; devoted father and stepfather of Carrie Henderson and her husband Kevin, Amy McKee and Andrew McKee; loving grandfather of Nick Henderson and Reese Henderson; dear brother of Gary Windsor…
Thomas L. Breen
Nov 6, 2026
On November 6, 2026, Thomas L. Breen passed away peacefully in the morning. Tom was born on November 8, 1947 to his late parents Norman and Zelma Breen. Beloved husband of the late Ann Breen.; devoted father of Kevin Breen and his wife Aubrey and Angela Strain and her husband Tim; loving grandfather of Kayla,…
Howard Lee Stroterhoff, II
Nov 4, 2026
On November 4, 2026, Howard Lee Stroterhoff, ll., passed away in Baltimore, Maryland. Survived by his wife Heather Higgins. Howard known as “Howdy” graduated from Friends School in Baltimore, and attended Tulane University. Howdy was an avid sailor on the Chesapeake Bay. He raced on the Bay for more than 30 years, on his ¾…
Hildagrade Joyner Martin
Nov 4, 2026
Hildagrade was born in Rockingham, NC, the youngest of three sisters (Colleen and Patricia both deceased). The family moved to Baltimore when she was young when her father got a job at Bethlehem Steel Ship Yard at Sparrows Point supporting WWII. Hildagrade is a graduate of Eastern High School the Class of 1953. She regularly…
William Thurman Ellifritz
Oct 17, 1955 - Nov 3, 2026
On November 3, 2026 William Thurman Ellifritz passed away at his home. William was born on October 17, 1955 in Martinsburg, WV to his late parents Juanita R. and William F. Ellifritz. William is survived by his beloved wife Judith A. Ellifritz; loving children Russell W. Ellifritz (Sally), and Harlee L. Ellifritz; cherished grand-daughter Lily…
Andrew J. Hippler, Sr.
Nov 2, 2026
On November 2, 2026, Andrew James Hippler, Sr., beloved husband of Patricia A. Hippler; devoted father of Andrew J. Hippler, Jr.; loving grandfather of Aaron Hippler; dear brother of Lawrence Hippler; also survived by many other relatives and friends.Visitation will be held at the family-owned Duda-Ruck Funeral Home of Dundalk, Inc., 7922 Wise Avenue, on…
Else Maria Laane
Mar 23, 1926 - Nov 2, 2026
On November 2, 2026 Else Maria Laane passed away. Else was born on March23, 1926 in Geilsheim, Germany to her late parents Johann and Maria Schneider. Else is the beloved wife of the Late Arno Laane; devoted mother of the late Arno U. Laane (Judy), and Yetta E. Dison (Michael); loving grandmother of Chris Laane,…
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