OBITUARIES
A tribute to a life truly lived.
Margaret M. Martin
Mar 29, 2012
On March 29, 2012, Margaret Mary Martin (nee Driscoll), beloved wife of the late James E. Martin, Sr.; devoted mother of Sharon A. Black, Lorraine A. Wolf, James E. Martin, Jr. and Robert R. Martin, Sr.; dear sister of Ellen McGinley. Also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. A funeral service will be held…
Helen Angela Hartzell
Mar 28, 2012
On March 28, 2012 Helen Angela Hartzell; beloved wife of the late Harry O. Hartzell; devoted mother of Richard L. Hartzell and his wife Jody Eve Zoeller-Hartzell and the late Corky Hartzell; loving grandmother of five and great grandmother of four. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at the Shrine of the Sacred Heart of,…
Penelope Clark Turner
Mar 28, 2012
On March 28, 2012 PENELOPE CLARK TURNER departed this life at the age of 86. Penelope Clark was born on May 9, 1925 in Alexandria, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Ralph Turner. A loving and devoted, wife and mother who spent her life as an honest, respectful, old fashioned true…
Roseanna V. Perkins
Mar 27, 2012
On March 27, 2012, Roseanna V. Perkins (nee Villa), special education teacher for children with learning differences for over 25 years, beloved wife of Robert Mitchell Perkins, Jr.; devoted mother of Lauren Amy Perkins and Robert M. Perkins (Trey), III; also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call at the family owned…
Anna C. Gansert
Mar 27, 2012
On March 27, 2012 Anna C. Gansert (nee McLain); devoted mother of Sandra L. Hines and her late husband Thomas, Linda G. Ward and her husband Thomas, Philip W. Gansert and his wife Cathy and William T. Gansert and his wife Karen; dear sister of Patricia M. Doyle and the late John F. McLain; grandmother…
Alick "Buddy" Powell
Mar 27, 2012
On March 27, 2012, Alick "Buddy" Powell, beloved brother of Shirley M. Slunt and her husband William J., Linda M. Powell and Rose M. Donnelly. Also survived by his good friends Gary and Tammy Cole and Susan Svehla. A graveside service and interment will be held at Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery on Friday at…
Bette L. "Nanu" Rauck
Mar 27, 2012
Beloved former wife of William H. Rauck; loving mother of Bobby, Sheri, and Billy Rauck; dear sister of Dorothy Link and Raymond Addison; cherished grandmother of Billy, Lindsay, Jamie, Chrissy and Shane; dear great grandmother of Mariah, Lyla, Lilly and Bailey. Bette was a former country western singer and founder of the original Corner Stable…
Eileen Carlson
Mar 26, 2012
Carlson, Eileen, beloved wife of the late Edgar S. Carlson; loving sister of Florence Carlson, Annie Niezer, Buddy Harthausen and the late Colleen Donohue, Laura Veron, Myrtle Cohran, Earl, Walter and Wilbur Harthausen. Friends may call at the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 York Road (Beltway exit 26) Thursday,5-7 PM where a…
Anna Luella Shettle
Mar 25, 2012
On March 25, 2012, Anna Shettle (nee Lambdin) "Ma", beloved wife of the late David B. Shettle,Sr., loving mom of Susan Kline, Patricia Fiedler and her family and Debra Neiss and her husband Alan and the late David B. Shettle, Jr., devoted grandmother of Melissa and her family, Joshua, Jesse J., Katie Rose, Andrew, Sara,…
Samuel Joseph Bell, Sr.
Mar 25, 2012
On March 25, 2012, Samuel J. Bell, Sr. Beloved husband of the late Peggy Bell (nee Arnold) and devoted father of Joe Bell, Priscilla "Missy" Hammen, Sam Bell, Jr., Gary Bell, Sr. and the late Wayne Bell. Dear brother of Margaret Brann, Dave Bell, and the late Will Bell, Marie Citro, Frank Bell and Elsie…
3 Reasons to Pre‑Plan Your Arrangements with Ruck Funeral Homes
Peace of Mind
Reduce the burden on family members during their time of grief.
Fulfill Your Wishes
Prevent potential family conflicts over funeral decisions and know your wishes will be carried out.
Secure Most Expenses
Pay upfront or later, while keeping flexibility for costs that may change over time.
Anyone can prearrange, regardless of health or age. Schedule time with one of our associates to learn more.
HERE IN YOUR TIME OF NEED
Every day of the year, 24 hours a day.
Our commitment to you doesn’t just end with the service—we’re here for you. Day or night, a real person is ready to assist you. At the end of the day, we believe, it’s not just about providing a service—it’s about being here for you like family.