OBITUARIES
A tribute to a life truly lived.
Beverly Ann Baldwin
Mar 11, 1941 - Feb 25, 2025
Beverly Ann Baldwin (nee Meyers), was born on March 11, 1941 in Baltimore, Maryland. The devoted wife, mother, and grandmother transitioned peacefully to heaven on February 25, 2025. Beverly was born in Baltimore, Maryland on March 11, 1941. She attended Eastern High School, and met the love of her life, Roger Baldwin, at church when…
Rev. Joseph Charles Simmons
Feb 25, 2025
On February 25, 2025, Reverend Joseph C. Simmons, beloved son of the late Catherine H. (nee Flury) "Katiellen" and Michael F. Simmons; dear brother of William (Bill) Simmons and the late John (Jack) and Michael (Mick) Simmons; dear uncle of Karen Keilson, Kevin Simmons, Meghan Gordineer, Matt Simmons, Brian Simmons, Mary Kate Ohl, Joe Simmons,…
James S. Watson
Feb 23, 2025
On February 23, 2025, James S. Watson died peacefully in Towson, MD. He was the beloved husband of the late Joan Mays Watson and is the devoted father of Roberta "Bobbie" Watson, Christina Watson, Jamie Watson, Michael Watson and his wife Anna, and the late Elizabeth Watson. He is the cherished grandfather of Jake Watson…
Kenneth Jack Butcher
Feb 23, 2025
Kenneth Jack Butcher of Baltimore, age 80, passed away February 23, 2025. He is survived by his loving son Troy Andrew Butcher. Friends may call at the family owned Ruck-Towson Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 York Road (at beltway exit 26) on Sunday, March 2, 2025, 2-4 & 6-8 PM., where a funeral service will be…
Irving Milton Day
Jul 20, 1934 - Feb 23, 2025
On February 23, 2025 Irving Milton Day passed away. Irving is the beloved husband of the late Rose M. Day; devoted father of Christopher A. Day; loving grandfather of Tiffany A. Day; cherished great-grandfather of Gage C. Clarke; dear brother of the late George Day. A funeral service will be held at the family owned…
Vicki A. Schaefer
Feb 23, 2025
On February 23, 2025, Vicki A. Schaefer (nee Verbit), beloved wife of Richard C. Schaefer; devoted mother of Angel Menefee and her husband Ashton and Saint Rosner and her husband Raphael; loving grandmother of Mason, Lawson, Avery, Frida, Merou, Chloe, and Theo; dear sister of Gwyn Sirota, Gay Block, and the late Lee Lawrence. The…
Mary Denyse Barnes
Feb 22, 2025
Mary Denyse Barnes, otherwise known by her friends as "Denny" and her family as "Nici", passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22 at the age of 97. Born to Agnes and James Culver in Oneida, New York on October 20, 1927, Nici graduated from the College of Mt. St. Vincent in New York, with a…
Janet L. Gibbons
Feb 21, 2025
Janet Gibbons passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, at the age of 70. Known for her loving, kind, and selfless nurturing personality, Janet touched the lives of many. Family was everything to Janet and she and her husband Scott enjoyed 49 years of marriage. Janet was predeceased by her parents Patsy and Junior. She…
Virginia Thomas Pond
Feb 20, 2025
Virginia Pond, a woman who bridged the worlds of academia and the arts with a sharp wit and quiet determination, died Thursday, February 20, 2025, at her home in Baltimore. She was 84. She is survived by her brother William W. Thomas and his wife Elise; Carol Hitchings Bailey; her nieces, Jodi Bailey and Emily…
Donald J. Slowinski, Sr.
Feb 19, 2025
Dr. Donald J. Slowinski, Sr., Ed.D., a devoted educator, family man, and servant of his faith, passed away on February 19, 2025, at the age of 89. Donald's life was a testament to his love for his family, his devotion to education, and his commitment to the Catholic Church. His legacy will forever be held…
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