Obituaries

Jul 2, 2020

Clarence Otto Gruby, Jr., age 59, sadly passed away on July 2, 2020. Clarence was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Clarence Gruby, Sr. & the late Leona Gruby. He is the loving brother of Sharon McGinn & her husband Dennis, Barbara Binkly, Diane Badger, Patricia Aaronson & her husband Bruce, Kevin Gruby, Richard Gruby & his wife...

Jul 2, 2020

On July 2nd, 2020, Margaret Shriver passed away. Born on November 1st, 1921 to the late Nora and late John Vanskiver, she was the loving wife of the late Ralph Shriver; and devoted mother of Michael Shriver and his wife Janice.

Family and friends may call at the family owned Ambrose Funeral Home, 1328 Sulphur Spring Rd., Arbutus on Tuesday,...

Jul 1, 2020

Judith A. Gratton, age 74, sadly passed away on July 1, 2020. Judy was born in LaFollette, Tennessee to the late James & the late Gladys Rogers. She is the beloved wife of Lawrence Gratton; loving mother of Brent Gratton, Nichole Sims, & Mandy Winand; caring sister of Darlene Metcalf & James Rogers; cherished mother-in-law of Bobby Sims & Carl Winand,...

Jul 1, 2020

Justin Lee Bolton, age 18, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on July 1, 2020. Justin is the beloved son of Adrianna Self and her husband Billy Largent; loving brother of Sean Dubiel, Brayden Dubiel, Kyle Self, and Alayah Largent; cherished grandson of Jesse Whitaker, Jack Self, Gina Self, Bo Dubiel, and Cheri Dubiel. Justin is...

Jun 30, 2020

On June 30th, 2020, Brenda Nelson passed away. Born on May 24th, 1942 in Pennsylvania to the late Blanche and late Vincent Basgle, she was the loving wife of the late Robert Nelson; devoted mother of Barbara Blontz and Brian Nelson (Cathy); cherished grandmother of Todd Blontz, Brandon Blontz; dear great grandmother of Lexi Blontz, Olivia Blontz, and Brandon Blontz, Jr.

Jun 29, 2020

On June 29, 2020 Janet Lee Shelton passed away.  She was the beloved wife of the late Edward Brian Shelton, Sr.; loving mother of Edward Brian Shelton, Jr., and his wife Ashley, Brian Edward Shelton and his wife Danyelle and Laura Shelton- Kelly and her husband Davis; cherished grandmother of Christyanna Grossman, Hailey Shelton, Jennifer Kelly, Joel Kelly, Kinley...

Jun 24, 2020

Friends and family are invited to the graveside service at Meadowridge Memorial Park on Tuesday, June 30th at 10:00 AM. However, we understand that with the COVID-19 pandemic, many are choosing to avoid public gatherings and we respect your decision to remember Ray from home. For those attending, we ask that you wear a protective mask and maintain a safe...

Jun 23, 2020

Rosalie E. Keefer (nee Kralick), age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 23, 2020. She was born on October 29, 1926 to the late Henry and Dorothy Kralick and late step mom Anna Kralick. Rosalie is the beloved wife of the late Robert L. Keefer, Sr.; devoted mother of Rose Trego and her husband Tom,...

Jun 20, 2020

On June 20th, 2020, Tammy Sue Frazier passed away. She was the loving wife of Eddie Frazier; cherished daughter of Mattie Jerrylene; devoted mother of Christina Evans, Kosh Mandava, Brittany Snyder, Eddie Frazier, Jr.; cherished grandmother of Bryson Davis, Bentley Davis; dear sister of Sharon Ferran, Bonnie Dobbins, Vickie Ganey, and Donna Snow.

Jun 19, 2020

Janice V. Staub, age 63, sadly passed away on June 19, 2020. Janice was born in Baltimore, Maryland to Lee Murray (nee Allgeier) & the late John C. Murray. She is the devoted wife of Edward Staub; beloved mother of Bryan Johnson; loving grandmother of Aubriegh Johnson & Kaydence Johnson; cherished sister of Debbie Emery & her husband Joe, John T. Murray...

Jun 18, 2020

Sadly on June 18, 2020 Gary Andrew Melton passed away. Gary grew up in South Baltimore and later moved to Ferndale. Gary worked hard and diligently in highway construction throughout his life where his work ethic was always evident. He was the beloved son of Tina Nist and her husband Roger and the late Jimmy Melton; cherished brother of...

Jun 18, 2020

On June 18th, 2020, Justine A. Burkett passed away. Born on May 7th, 1930 to the late Katherine and late George Dill, she was the loving wife of the late Howard Burkett; devoted mother of Bruce Burkett and wife Trina, Donn Burkett and girlfriend Joan, Kathy McEver, Mike Brown; cherished grandmother of Heather O'Sullivan and husband Jonathan, Bradley Burkett, Amanda MacDiarmid, Stephen Lavella; dear great grandmother of Malayna White, Connor...

Jun 17, 2020

On June 17, 2020, Douglas Popp passed away. Born on August 20, 1946 to the late Doris and late Howard Popp, he was the loving husband of Zia Popp; caring stepfather of Robin Conway and late husband Raymond, Sr., Sheri Malar, and husband John; cherished grandfather of Raymond Conway, Jr., Anthony Monroe, Jonathan Malar; loving great grandfather of Kayleigh Coles; dear brother of Howard Popp and wife Caroline; caring...

Jun 16, 2020

A time to be born. Ruby Madison Robinson was born to the late Ervin and Sarah Madison on August 8, 1948.

A time to live. Ruby grew up in Hale County, Alabama. She attended Madison School from the 1st - 6th grade. From 8th - 12th grade she attended Hale County Training School. After high school she enrolled in Job Crop...

Jun 16, 2020

Ashley Knightengale, age 29, suddenly passed away on June 16, 2020. Ashley is the beloved daughter of Kimberly Knightengale & loving step-daughter of Matthew Sweatt; caring sister of Nicole Knightengale; cherished granddaughter of Joyce Purper; dear aunt of Jose & Lorenzo. Ashley is also survived by many other loving family & friends. All funeral services will be private.

Jun 15, 2020

On Monday, June 15, 2020, Lawrence (Larry) Wallace Picker passed away at the age of 62 after a long battle with multiple health conditions. He was the eldest son of the late Wallace P. Picker and the late Evelyn (Bresko) Picker. He is survived by four siblings, John Picker and wife Catherine, Carolyn Schleupner and husband Bob, Nancy Geiger and...

Jun 14, 2020

Bernadette Martin, age 61, of Baltimore, Maryland, received her wings on June 14, 2020. She was born on July 18, 1958 to the late Dorothy and late James Martin.

Bernadette had her own cleaning business for a significant amount of years. She also worked for Catholic Charity for approximately one year. Bernadette received her education from Baltimore City...

Jun 14, 2020

Elmer C. Sanders, age 94, passed away on June 14, 2020. Elmer was the beloved husband of the late Audrey V. Sanders; devoted father of Elmer Sanders, Jr. and wife Michele, Mark Sanders and wife Vicki, and Erin McCleary and husband John; cherished grandfather of Allyson De Matteo and husband Scott, Tara Rosenberger and husband Jon, Matthew Sanders and...

Jun 14, 2020

On June 14, 2020, George Robert Scheurich, passed away.  He was the beloved husband of Rachel; loving father of Jessica Cone and her husband Gordon; Tamara, Amanda, and Joshua Scheurich; cherished Pop Pop of Demetris, Dasan, and Aubrey; dear brother of Deborah, Diane, Geoffrey, Garret, and the late Gregg; also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends....

Jun 13, 2020

Peacefully on June 13, 2020, Gary E. Kohlweiler, Jr. passed away at his home in Arbutus; beloved son of Gary and Gretchen Kohlweiler, Sr; cherished brother of Karla Kettler; also survived by other loving relatives and friends.

A green burial will take place at Bestgate Memorial Park in Annapolis on Wednesday June 17th at 1pm.

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