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THE BALTIMORE SUN

Aaron, Joseph B.

On August 26, 2002, JOSEPH B. AARON, of Linthicum, beloved husband of Margaret Aaron, devoted father of Robert, William and Thomas Aaron and Priscilla Snodgrass, loving grandfather of eight. The family will receive visitors at the Singleton Funeral Home, P.A., 1 Second Ave., S.W. (at Crain Hwy), Glen Burnie, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Funeral Ceremony will be held on Thursday at 11 A.M. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Meadowridge Memorial Park. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Arabian, Mary

On Sunday, August 25, 2002, the Honorable MARY ARABIAN, survived by several loving cousins. A Funeral Service will be held at the Family Owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home Inc., 1050 York Rd (Beltway exit 26A) on Wednesday at 11 A.M. Interment Moreland Memorial Park. Friends may call on Tuesday from 7 to 9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Bauer, Vernon

On August 26, 2002 beloved husband of the late Thelma Bauer; devoted father of Marlene C. Winter and her husband George and Rodney L. Bauer and his wife Joanie; loving grandfather of Brian M. Bauer and Dale R. Winter; and dear great-grandfather of Meghan and Dale R. Winter, Jr. A Funeral Service will be held at the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories-Parkville on Wednesday 9:30 A.M. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery. Visiting Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Bell, K. Legouria

On August 24, 2002 K. LEGOURIA MICKY BELL, beloved wife of Charles J. Chick Bell, devoted mother of Patricia L. Gauthier, Charles M. Bell and Dennis J. Bell. Also survived by 16 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Friends may call at the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 York Road (Beltway exit 26A) on Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. Vigil Service will be held at 2 P.M. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Pius X Church, 6428 York Road on Thursday, August 29 at 10 A.M. Interment will follow in Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers those desiring may make memorial contributions to Senton-Keough High School Memorial Fund, 1201 Caton Ave. Balto, MD 21227. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Black, Raymond E.

On August 24, 2002 RAYMOND E., beloved husband of Mary M. Black (nee Kay), devoted father of Raymond E. Black, F. David Black and Jean R. Weisman, brother of Gertrude Jett, grandfather of Jessica, Timothy, Chase, Megan, Kelton and Nicole. A vigil service will be held at the family owned Peaceful Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Center, 2325 York Road, Timonium 21093 on Tuesday at 4 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph Texas Church on Wednesday at 10 A.M. Interment in Meadowridge Memorial Park. Friends may call on Tuesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The Wilmer Eye Institute John Hopkins Hospital, Betsy Campochiaro, RN.MSN. Maumenee, 207, 600 North Wolfe Street, Baltimore, MD 21287. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Bock, Diana

On August 24, 2002, DIANA (nee Sherman), beloved wife of Raymond Wendell Bock. Loving mother of Diana C. Connors and her husband the late John L. Connors, Charlemagne C. Smith and her husband, L. Michael Smith, Cynthia E. Patterson and her husband Russell E. Patterson III, devoted grandmother of Cynthia Kathryn, Ashley, Rachel, Kimberly, and Russell IV. Sister of William Shea and his wife Dottie and Sherry Kinlein and her husband George. Niece of Charles Sherman. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call at the Burgee-Henss-Seitz Funeral Home Inc., 3631 Falls Road, on Monday from 7-9 P.M. and Tuesday from 3-5 and 7-9 P.M. Services will be held Tuesday at 7:30 P.M. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Brukiewa, Thomas A.

On August 24, 2002, THOMAS A. BRUKIEWA, beloved husband of Jo Ann M. Brukiewa (nee McFeaters), devoted father of Melody A. Brukiewa and Stacey L. Durkovic and husband Predrag, dear brother of Nancy McDonald, nephew of Wilbert Brukiewa, and special friend of Tiha. Catholic Burial Service will be held at the family owned Duda-Ruck Funeral Home of Dundalk Inc., 7922 Wise Ave., on Wednesday at 10 A.M. Interment Holy Rosary Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday and Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Clayton Jr., John Bolin

On August 24, 2002, JOHN BOLIN CLAYTON JR., beloved husband of Lillie M. (nee Perry), loving father of John B. Clayton III, Kimberly A. and Peter J. Marchant, devoted son of Lovejoy Clayton and the late John B. Clayton Sr., loving grandfather of Zachary and Dana Clayton, dear brother of Charles and Stewart Clayton, devoted brother-in-law of Joe Perry and Marilyn Clayton. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at the Family Owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, 1050 York Rd., on Tuesday and Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday 10:30 A.M. at The Church Of The Nativity, located at 419 Cedarcroft Rd. Interment at Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery on the following Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2002 at 10:45 A.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Coella, Antonio

On Friday, August 23, 2002, ANTONIO COLELLA SINGING TONY, age 74 of Delray Beach, FL, died at his home. Mr. Colella retired to S. FL in 1966 from Baltimore, MD after a lifelong career as a bricklayer and stonemason. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, Mary Grace Colella, in 1998. He is survived by son, Domenico Carlo (Rose); daughters, Angela (John) Schwindel and Adriana (David) Fessler; grandchildren, Stephanie and Justine Schwindel, and Grant and Ryan Fessler; Sister Bice Sciaruto of Abruzzi, Italy; and many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 A.M. on Tuesday, August 27 at Our Lady Queen of Peace Mission Catholic Church in Delray Beach. Burial will follow at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery in N. Lauderdale. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. on Monday, August 26 at the ROBERT J. BABIONE FUNERAL HOME (West Chapel), S.W. CORNER US 441 AT GLADES ROAD, where a Wake Service will be held at 7:30. Donations may be made to Hospice By the Sea in Boca Raton. Arrangements entrusted to: Robert J. Babione Funeral Home - West Chapel, SW Corner of US 441 and Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33428. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Crisp, Floyd R.

On August 24, 2002, FLOYD R. CRISP, beloved husband of Roxie Ida Crisp. He is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call the family owned MARCH FUNERAL HOME WEST, INC., 4300 Wabash Avenue, on Wednesday after 8:30 A.M. Family will receive friends on Thursday at New Fellowship Christian Community Church, 5200 Park Heights Avenue, at 6:30 P.M., followed by Funeral Service at 7 P.M. See www.marchfh.com. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Cunningham, Gilbert I.

On August 25, 2002, GILBERT I. CUNNINGHAM, beloved husband of Peggy Cunningham (nee Pfefferkorn) and the late Ruby M. Cunningham (nee Swiger); devoted father of Thelma Burris, Matha Cunningham, Dorthy Funk and James Cunningham; step-father of Nelson Amos; dear brother of Waymon Cunningham of W.VA, Alma Street of OH and the late John and Clark Cunningham, Alta Ashcraft and Carlie Cunningham; also survived by six grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Family Owned Duda-Ruck Funeral Home of Dundalk Inc., 7922 Wise Ave., on Tuesday and Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Mr. Cunningham will lie-in-state at the North Point Baptist Church on Thursday from 10 to 11 A.M., at which time a Funeral Service will be held. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the North Point Baptist Church, 4201 North Point Rd, Dundalk MD 21222. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Dodd-Desell, Deanna

On August 24, 2002, DEANNA, went home. Devoted daughter of Lester A. Dodd and the late Bertha M. Dodd; devoted mother of Robert Durden and Suzette Lemaster. Blessed with eight grandchildren: Tiffany, Stephany, Charles Jr., Chad, Melaney, Tabatha, Timothy and John. Also survived by many close friends of the family. Funeral Viewing to be held at George J. Gonce Funeral Home, 4001 Rithchie highway, on Tuesday, August 27, from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M.. Funeral Service to be held Tuesday, August 28, 11 A.M. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Elchin, Donna J.

On August 22, 2002, DONNA JEAN ELCHIN, beloved wife of George A. Elchin; loving daughter of Dolores Wolf (nee Yienger) and the late Christian Wolf; dear sister of Harriett Casio. Relatives and friends may call at the family owned AMBROSE FUNERAL HOME INC., 1328 Sulphur Spring Rd, Arbutus on Thursday from 7 to 9 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated on Friday 10:30 A.M. at the Church of the Ascension in Halethorpe. Interment to immediately follow services at the New Cathedral Cemetery on Old Frederick Rd. At the familys request donations may be directed to the American Breast Cancer Society, 410-825-9388. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Ford, Ruby Athean

On Saturday, August 24, 2002, RUBY ATHEAN FORD (nee Baird), beloved wife of the late Willie Ford, daughter of the late Albert & Minnie Baird, devoted mother of the late Ronnie Ford & Brenda Smith. Ruby is survived by her daughter Rita Farmer, five grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Bradley-Ashton-Matthews Funeral Home, Inc., 2134 Willow Spring Road, Dundalk on Monday, August 26, from 6-8 P.M. and Tuesday, August 27, from 9-11 A.M. where services will follow at 11 A.M. Interment Maxey-Moye Cemetery, West Virginia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution can be sent to the American Heart Association. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Frock, Louis A.

On August 25, 2002, LOUIS A. FROCK of Owings Mills, devoted husband of Joyce Frock (nee Williams), son of Tina Lynn Frock (nee Hunt), son and step-son of Charles K. Jr. and Katherine M. Frock, father of Shannon N., Anthony S. and Samantha Jo Frock, brother of Charles K. III, Amy S. and Tina M. Frock, grandson of Rita C. Frock and Harold L. and Argie D. Hunt. Also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Services from the FAMILY OWNED ELINE FUNERAL HOME, 11824 Reisterstown Road (at Franklin Blvd.) Wednesday 10 A.M. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Geisler, Kurt W.

The Musicians Association of Metropolitan Baltimore Local #40-543 A.F.M., announces with regret the death of life member, KURT GEISLER, and extends sympathy to the family. JOHN CROCKEN President. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Geisler, Kurt W.

On August 23, 2002, KURT W. of Hamilton, noted Pianist and long time member of Musicians Union Local #40543. Loving son of the late Friederich and Frieda Geisler. Uncle of Frederick Geisler and his wife Loretta and Linda Schlicht and her husband Otto. Great-uncle of Cynthia and Duane Geisler and Otto and Megan Schlicht; great-great-uncle of Amber and Emily Geisler. A Memorial Service will be held in the St. John Lutheran Church, 300 W. Maple Road, Linthicum 11:30 A.M. Wednesday, August 28. Interment private. If desired, memorial may be made to the American Lung Association. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/25/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Goldbeck, Margaret Barbara

On August 24, 2002 MARGARET BARBARA (nee Kegel) GOLDBECK, beloved wife of the late George J. Goldbeck, Sr.; devoted mother of Raymond Goldbeck, Mary Whitney, George J. Goldbeck, Jr. and John Goldbeck; loving sister of Bernard Kegel. Also survived by seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Friends may call at the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories - Parkville on Mon. and Tues. 3-5 and 7-9 P.M. A Funeral Liturgy will be held on Wednesday 10:30 A.M. at St. Isaac Jogues Church. Interment Gardens of Faith Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Goodman, Marilyn Arlene

On August 26, 2002, MARILYN ARLENE GOODMAN (nee Freed), beloved wife of the late Milton Lewis Goodman, loving mother of Stephen Goodman and Pamela Dayan of Owings Mills, mother-in-law of Randi Goodman and Joe Dayan, adored grandmother of Jordon Michael Goodman, Justin Blake Goodman and Britany Micole Dayan . Services at SOL LEVINSON & BROS. INC., 8900 Reisterstown Rd. at Mt. Wilson Ln. on Wednesday, August 28, 2002, at 11 A.M. Interment at Baltimore Hebrew Cemetery, Berrymans Ln. Please omit flowers. In mourning 15 Foxcreek Court, Owings Mills, MD (21117). Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Graff, Clara D.

On August 25, 2002, CLARA D. (nee Amorgeanos), beloved wife of Richard (Don) Graff, devoted mother of Ramona Tidball, Nicholas Mamalis, Diane Strongberg, Walter Graff and Rosalie Skinner. Also survived by seven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Bradley-Ashton-Matthews Funeral Home, Inc., 2134 Willow Spring Rd. on Tuesday and Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Funeral Services will be held in St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church on Thursday at 11:30 A.M. Trisaghion Services on Wednesday at 7 P.M. Interment in Oak Lawn Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Greear Sr., Kyle W.

On August 25, 2002, KYLE WILBUR GREEAR, SR. Beloved husband of Gladys Greear (nee Lee); dear brother of Lena, Estell, Robert and Mary. Also survived by nine children, 20 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. Friends may call at the Connelly Funeral Home of Essex, 300 Mace Avenue, on Tuesday and Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Funeral Services on Wednesday at the funeral home at 7:30 P.M. Interment will be private. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Heckman, Irma M.

On August 25, 2002, IRMA MAY (nee Hamilton), beloved wife of Harry J. Heckman; devoted mother of Lee Meyers, Lorraine Alt, Harry Heckman Jr. and Jeffry Heckman; dear sister of Joan Canter; also survived by fifteen grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schimunek Funeral Home Inc., 3331 Brehms Lane (at Erdman and Mannasota Aves) on Tuesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday 10:30 A.M. at Parkwood Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Jackowski, Dolores A.

On August 25, 2002, DOLORES A., (nee Ordakowski); beloved wife of the late Henry J. Jackowski; loving mother of Doris R. Joeckel; sister of Bernice Gross and the late Walter, Leonard and Daniel Ordakowski; grandmother of Jennifer Lund, Deborah Gruntman and Rebecca Joeckel. Friends may call at the family owned Leonard J. Ruck, Inc. Funeral Home, 5305 Harford road (at Echodale), on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the St. Anthony of Padua Church, Wednesday at 11 A.M. Interment St. Stanilaus Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Jackson, Grace

On August 23, 2002 GRACE JACKSON (nee Gaines) of Baltimore, MD, beloved wife of George A. Jackson, daughter of Frances W. Gaines and the late Sylvester Gaines, sister of Mable Kelly, Helen Harris, Rev. G. Sylvester Gaines, Robert Gaines and Louis Keys, Jr. Viewing will be held on Tuesday from 2 to 8 P.M. at Howell Funeral Home, 4600 Liberty Heights Avenue, Baltimore MD 21207. Funeral Services will be held at John Wesley United Methodist Church, 3200 West North Avenue, Baltimore MD 21216. Wake will be from 11 to 11:30 A.M. Services to follow. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Kaiser, Joseph E.

On August 25, 2002, JOSEPH E. KAISER of Towson, beloved husband of Irene Ann Kaiser, devoted father of Thomas A. Kaiser, loving grandfather of Thomas J. Kaiser and Kaitlyn A. Kaiser, brother of Dorothy and Dolores. Friends may call at the JOHNSON FUNERAL HOME, P.A., 8521 Loch Raven Blvd. (beltway exit 29B), on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 P.M. where a Vigil Service will be held on Tuesday at 2:30 P.M. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Wednesday at 10 A.M. Interment in Holy Rosary Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

Koutek, Stanley F.

On August 25, 2002, STANLEY FRANCIS KOUTEK, devoted friend of Anneliese, Victor and Richard Zengler; loving brother of Douglas Koutek; beloved grandfather to Joseph, Erik and Shannon; and dear brother in law of Dolores Koutek. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held at the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories-Parkville on Wednesday 11 A.M. Interment Bohemian National Cemetery. Visiting Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Lantz, Gregory Howard

On August 24, 2002, GREGORY H. LANTZ, beloved son of Geraldine Lantz and the late John L. Lantz. Loving brother of Renee Buchwald and Valerie Larichiuta, brother-in-law and best friend of Steven Larichiuta. Also survived by many nephews and nieces. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Clements Church on Cheasco Ave. in Rosedale on Thursday, August 29, 2002 at 9:15 A.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Lewis, William N.

On August 21, 2002, WILLIAM N.; beloved husband of Diane Lewis; devoted father of Darren Lewis and Terri Grebel and her husband Todd. A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, August 28, at 12:15 P.M., in Parkwood Cemetery. Arrangements by HARTLEY MILLER-STELLA FUNERAL HOME, CHTD. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Lindsay, Charles E.

On August 24, 2002 CHARLES E. LINDSAY, beloved husband of Patricia A. Lindsay (nee Slattery), loving father of Deborah Okeefe, Mark Lindsay and Kelly Showers, cherished grandfather of Patrick and Lindsay Okeefe, Erinn, Meagan, Shannon and Colleen Lindsay and Luke and Hope Showers, loving brother of Pete Lindsay. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schimunek Funeral Home Inc., 9705 Belair Road (Perry Hall), on Tuesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. with a Rosary Service at 8 P.M., and Wednesday from 8 to 10 A.M. where Requiem Mass will be held at 10 A.M. Interment St. Josephs Catholic Church Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Lyons, Elaine E.

On August 24, 2002, ELAINE E. LYONS (nee Modahl), beloved wife of R. Dean Lyons; devoted mother of Randall D. Lyons and his wife Deborah, Martha M. Seay and her husband John, David B. Lyons and his wife Beth, Warren C. Lyons and his wife Sharon, Mary Lyons wife of the late Richard P. Lyons; also survived by grandchildren Jessica, Jonathan, Spike, Sarah and Samantha Lyons, and Emily and Jay Seay. A Memorial Service will be held at Church of the Ascension, 1313 Wilson Point Road on Saturday, September 7, 2002 at 10:30 A.M. Interment at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by Connelly Funeral Home of Essex, 410-687-7100. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Mayfield, Joann W.

On August 25, 2002 JOANN W. MAYFIELD (nee Willey), beloved wife of Sam Mayfield, Jr., devoted mother of Dene Beth Mayfield and Sam Mayfield, III, loving daughter of Morris and Lucy Willey, grandmother of Kasey and Corey Mayfield, dear sister of Morris Willey and Paula Buis. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schimunek Funeral Home, Inc., 9705 Belair Road (Perry Hall) on Tuesday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. a Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at Camp Chapel U.M.C. at 1 P.M. Interment Camp Chapel U.M.C. Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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McCann, James W.

On August 24, 2002, JAMES W. MCCANN, Deacon at Colgate Baptist Church, beloved husband of Joyce A. McCann (nee Chaney), devoted father of James Jr., David, Ginger, Michael, Jeep, Roxanne, Joey, and Daniel, dear brother of Pearl Thomas, Richard and Graham McCann. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the family owned Duda-Ruck Funeral Home of Dundalk Inc., 7922 Wise Ave., on Tuesday and Wednesday 3-5 and 7-9 P.M. Mr. McCann will lie in state at the Colgate Baptist Church, 502 Fairview Ave., Baltimore, MD. 21224 on Thursday from 9:30 to 10 A.M. the Funeral Hour. Interment Holly Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions be made to the Colgate Baptist Church. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Moore, Lewis Whitey

On August 25, 2002, WHITEY, beloved husband of Ida (nee Breidenstein) and devoted father of Mary Moore Tsottles. A Rememberance will be offered on Sunday, September 1 at 9:30 A.M. at Providence United Methodist Church, 1318 Providence road, Towson, MD 21286. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in his name to the church. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/27/2002 - 8/28/2002.

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Murphy, John R.

On August 23, 2002, JOHN R. MURPHY, beloved husband of Dorothy J. (nee Speidel) Murphy, devoted father of John R. Murphy, Jr. & Susan E. Murphy, loving brother of Evelyn Markey & caring uncle to many nieces & nephews. There will be a Memorial Mass 10:30 A.M. Saturday at Oak Crest Village Chapel, Parkville. Interment will be Tuesday at 10 A.M. at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Arrangements by the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories - Parkville. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/25/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Oden, Barbara A.

On August 25, 2002, BARBARA A. ODEN, 96, of Selbyville, DE, formerly of Glen Burnie, beloved wife of the late Joseph Alfred Oden, devoted mother of Janice B. Oden. She is also survived by two nephews, William Younger and his wife Catherine and Bernard Younger, one niece, Eugenia Benser and several great nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Tuesday, August 27 from 4 to 6 P.M. at the Hastings Funeral Home, 19 S. Main St., Selbyville, DE. Friends may also call Wednesday, August 28 from 7 to 9 P.M. at the Singleton Funeral Home, 1 Second Ave. SW, Glen Burnie. Graveside Service will be on Thursday at 10 A.M. at Glen Haven Memorial Park, Glen Burnie. In lieu of flowers, family suggest contributions to Delaware Hospice, 600 N. Dupont Hwy, Georgetown, DE 19947. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Pascale, Rudolph George

On August 23, 2002, RUDOLPH GEORGE, beloved husband of Mabel F. (nee Boswell), devoted father of Charles E. Pascale of Fairfax, VA., Rosemary Gilbert of Towson, MD., and Patricia Shipman of Durham, NC., loving brother of Albert H. Pascale of Port Richey, FL., and the late Charles P. Pascale of Pittsburgh, PA. Also survived by three grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at the Augsburgh Lutheran Chapel, 6811 Campfield Road, on Wednesday 10 A.M. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Augsburgh Lutheran Home, 6811 Campfield Road, Baltimore, MD. 21207. Arrangements by the FAMILY OWNED RUCK TOWSON FUNERAL HOME, INC. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Pearson, Sarah A.

On August 22, 2002, SARAH A., beloved mother of Jerome Pearson and adopted mother of Olga Harris. She is also survived by four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, one sister, one aunt, four sisters-in-law, two brothers-in-law, three godsons, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Friends may call at the Estep Brothers Funeral Home P.A., 1300 Eutaw Place, Tuesday 12 noon to 7:45 p.m. Family will receive friends Tuesday 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs Pearson will rest at Mt. Calvary Pentecostal Church, 1204 Eutaw Place on Wednesday at 9 a.m. Family will receive friends Wednesday, 11 to 11:30 a.m. at the church, funeral service to follow. Interment Arbutus Memorial Park. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Ripple, Francis X.

On August 24, 2002, FRANCIS XAVIER RIPPLE, beloved husband of Audrey M. Ripple (nee Carroll); loving father of Cynthia Ripple Stone, Susan Ripple Naylor and William F. Ripple; dear brother of Michael Joseph Ripple and grandfather of Stephanie and Craig Ripple, Clinton, Jason and Daniel Stone, Casey, Carrie and Sandra E. Naylor. Relatives and friends may call at the family owned AMBROSE FUNERAL HOME INC., 1328 Sulphur Spring Rd, Arbutus on Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated on Thursday 9 A.M. at the St. Augustine Catholic Church in Elkridge. Interment to immediately follow services at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery at Crownsville. At the familys request donations may be directed to the St. Agnes Home Care and Hospice, 3421 Benson Ave, Suite G100, Baltimore MD 21227. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Robertson, Helen C.

On August 24, 2002, HELEN C. (nee Coulter), beloved wife of the late Russell H. Robertson; mother of Judith Lance. Memorial service will be held at All Saints Episcopal Church, 203 E. Chatsworth Ave, Reisterstown, Thursday at 11 a.m., interment private. If desired donations may be made to the church. Arrangements by ECKHARDT FUNERAL CHAPEL, Owings Mills. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/27/2002 - 8/28/2002.

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Robins, Mary Louise

On August 23, 2002 in La Jolla, CA. MARY LOUISE ROBINS (nee Swartz), beloved wife of Charles Robins of San Diego, CA., devoted mother of James Robins of Chicago, IL. and Jeremiah Robins of San Diego, CA., and the late John Louis Robins, devoted mother-in-law of Barbara Robins and Stephanie Robins, loving sister of Nancy Hammond of Baltimore, MD., and the late Dena S. Katzenberg. Private services at the request of the family. 27. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Russell, Lena

On Saturday, August 24, 2002, LENA RUSSELL (PENNY), age 76, of Locust Hill, VA., died Saturday, August 24, 2002. She spent most of her life in Baltimore and Ellicott City, MD. She was the widow of Raymond W. Russell, Jr. and is survived by her son, Raymond W. Russell, III and a daughter and son-in-law, Virginia (Jenny) and Silvio Sigismondi; two granddaughters, Lisa Sigismondi and Jennifer (Scott) Stinchcomb; a grandson, Silvio L. Stinchcomb, III, two great-grandchildren, Joey Stinchcomb and Simon Sigismondi-Unsworth. The family will receive friends 7 to 8:30 P.M. Friday, August 30, at Bristow-Faulkner Funeral Home, Saluda, VA. Memorial gifts may be made to Middlesex Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 98, Deltaville, VA. 23043. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Scherf, Doris M.

On August 26, 2002, DORIS M., (nee Farley); beloved wife of Richard E. Scherf; devoted mother of Lisa Teal and Christopher Scherf and his wife Diane; dear sister of George Farley; loving grandmother of Meghan and Patrick Teal and Casey Scherf. Friends may call at the Sterling-Ashton-Schwab Funeral Home, Inc., 736 Edmondson avenue (1/2 mile west of beltway exit 14), on Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Marks Church on Thursday at 10 A.M. Private interment in Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery on Tuesday, September 3. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Osteoporis Foundation, 1232 22nd street N.W., Washington, DC 20037. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/27/2002 - 8/28/2002.

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Shepard, Bernard

On August 23, 2002, BERNARD SHEPARD, loving husband of Lillian C., loving father of Emily Shepard Briefs, Susan Shepard Packman. Also survived by three grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday at 11 A.M. at the HARRY H. WITZKES FAMILY FUNERAL HOME INC., 4112 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott City. Interment following at Crest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Contributions may be made to Hospice of Howard County, 5537 Twin Knolls Road, Suite 433, Columbia, MD. 21045. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Shipley, Vernon M.

On August 26, 2002, VERNON MELVIN SHIPLEY, dear husband of Jean Shipley (nee Morgan), beloved son of Mildred D. Staffer, devoted father of Mark, Michael, Wendy, Verna, Donna and Dawn, dear brother of Donald and Jean, loving grandfather of Joey, Juston and Ian. Family will receive friends at the Charles L. Steven Funeral Home, Inc., 1501 E. Fort Ave. on Wednesday from 7 to 9 P.M. A Memorial Service will be held at 9 P.M. immediately following the visitation at the funeral home. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Snyder, William H.

On August 25, 2002, REV. WILLIAM H. SNYDER, beloved husband of Cordella F. Snyder (nee Funk), devoted father of twins Karen Ullman and Sandra Berkenfeld, cherished grandfather of Staci Kefalides, her husband George and Heath Ullman and his wife Gwen. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call on the family at the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home Inc., 1050 York Road (beltway exit 26 A), on Monday and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. and Funeral Services on Wednesday at 10 A.M. at the Olive Branch-Good Shepard Church, 5 W. Fort Ave., Baltimore, MD. 21230. Interment Loudon Park Cemetery. A Masonic Service Tuesday evening at 8 P.M. Those who desire may make contributions in memory of Rev. William H. Snyder to Olive Branch-Good Shepard Church. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Sullivan Sr., Charles Edward

On August 26, 2002, CHARLES EDWARD SULLIVAN, SR., beloved husband of the late Shirley Lorretta Sullivan (nee Rau), loving father of Scott Sullivan and his wife Kimberly, Gail Patricia, Jill Marie, Carol Elizabeth, Charles Edward, Jr. and his wife Chris, and the late Kevin Sullivan, cherished grandfather of Naomi Ruth, Ian ONeill, Brian Keith, Page Elizabeth, Karley Rau and Liscia Danesi. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schimunek Funeral Home, Inc., 9705 Belair Road (Perry Hall) on Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. where a Memorial Service will be held on Thursday at 11 A.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/27/2002 - 8/28/2002.

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Tawney, Douglas S.

On August 23, 2002, DOUGLAS S., brother of the late Charles H. and the late Donald B. Tawney, loving brother-in-law of Edna H. Tawney. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held at the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, 1050 York Road, on Tuesday 10 A.M. Interment Parkwood Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday 7-9 P.M. Published in the Baltimore Sun from 8/26/2002 - 8/27/2002.

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Testerman, Michael G.

On August 22, 2002, MICHAEL G. TESTERMAN, beloved husband of Cindy B. Testerman (nee Cox); devoted father of Robert Michael Testerman. He worked for Millennium Chemicals in Dundalk for 26 years and was the Vice President of Local Pace Union. He was an avid Civil War reenactor and appeared in the movie Gettysburg. Services private by invitation. Donations may be made to the Gettysburg Battlefield Preservation Society or the American Cancer Society. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Thomas, Allen Douglas

On August 24, 2002, ALLEN DOUGLAS THOMAS of Bel Air, MD, devoted son of James Arthur and Mildred St. Clair Thomas, loving brother of Gary S. Thomas and wife Maryanne. Also survived by two nephews, Matthew Thomas and Mitchell Thomas and one niece, Megan Thomas. A service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, Bel Air, MD on Wed., Aug. 28 at 7 P.M. Interment will be in Bel Air Memorial Gardens, Bel Air, MD. Friends may call at the church on Wed. from 6-7 P.M. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church Legacy Of Faith, 224 North Main St., Bel Air, MD 21014. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Thoms, Michael L.

On August 23, 2002, MICHAEL LEE, of Duncan Hill Road, Sparks, MD; the beloved son of Chester Lee Thoms and the late Grace Howard Thoms, and brother of the late Marvin H. Thoms. Also survived by one son, one niece and other relatives and friends. Viewing at the LEWIS T. GWYNN FUNERAL HOME, 4517 Park Heights Avenue, Tuesday, 12 Noon to 8 P.M. Family Hour Wednesday, 11:30 to 12 Noon at Gough United Methodist Church, Cuba Road, Cockeysville, MD followed by the Funeral Service. Interment in Gough United Methodist Church Cemetery. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

Trimble, Dennis M.

On Friday, August 23, 2002, DENNIS M. TRIMBLE, of New Carrollton, MD. Beloved son of Eileen Trimble and the late Lawrence G. Trimble; brother of Kathy Tate, Pat Hoffnagle, Sharon Radowich, Terry Prosise, Mary Catalano, Tim, Joe, Peg, Bernadette, Brian, Bob and Chris Trimble, and the late Lawrence Trimble. He is also survived by his beloved friend, Maria Perrotta. Friends will be received at the Rendon Hale Funeral Home, 9013 Annapolis Road, Lanham, MD on Wednesday, August 28 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Marys Catholic Church, Lanover Hills, MD on Thursday at 11 A.M. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Clinton, MD. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Watkins, Bettye L.

On August 26, 2002 BETTYE LEONA of Westminster, wife of the late Francis J. Watkins, mother of Daniel Watkins and mother-in-law of Alice Watkins, sister of Junior Wilson, William Wilson and Dorothy Spence, grandmother of Daniel Watkins, Jr. and Alicia Watkins. No Funeral Services will be held. Arrangements by Pritts Funeral Home and Chapel, 412 Washington Road, Westminster. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Whaley Jr., Robert F.

On August 22, 2002, ROBERT F. JOE, of Baltimore. He is survived by his wife Nancy Whaley; beloved father of Karen, Christine, Gary, Deianna and Stacey; beloved brother of Richard Whaley. He is survived by 14 grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the GARY L. KAUFMAN FUNERAL HOME S.W., INC. (corner of Pratt and Stricker Streets), on Wednesday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. and to attend funeral services on Thursday, 11:30 A.M. Interment in Maryland Veterans Cemetery, Crownsville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the above name funeral home. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Williams, Robert

On August 23, 2002 ROBERT, dear father of Robin Wingate; brother of Doris Carter, Caroline Rawls, Donald, Ronald (GA) and Carl Williams. Also survived by three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and other relatives. Friends may call at PHILLIPS FUNERAL HOME P.A., 1721-27 N. Monroe St (Westwood Ave) Tuesday 12 noon to 8 p.m. Family will receive friends Wednesday 10 to 10:30 a.m. with services to follow in the above chapel. Interment Arbutus Memorial Park. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Young, Earl E.

On August 23, 2002 EARL ELLEYIOD YOUNG, beloved husband of the late Ruth F. Young, devoted father of Kelly E. Young, Kathy E. Kaleel and Kevin E. Young, loving father-in-law of Toni Majoy and Dave Kaleel, brother of Dorothy Patterson and brother-in-law of Blanche Smith and Alonzo Smith, adored grandfather of Kasey Earl Young, Kyle Anthony Young, Katrina Hamilton Young and predeceased by grandson Kevin A. Young. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Friends may call at the WITZKE FUNERAL HOME OF COLUMBIA 5555 Twin Knolls Road (1st exit off Rt. 175 and Thunderhill) on Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:00 A.M. where funeral services will begin at 11:30 A.M. Interment Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery. Those who desire may make donations in Mr. Youngs name to the charity of their choice. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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Ytkin, Marvin

Edith Rosen Strauss Organization regrets the passing of MARVIN YTKIN, beloved husband of our member Shirley Ytkin. Published in the Baltimore Sun on 8/27/2002.

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