OBITUARIES
A tribute to a life truly lived.Marie B. Atkins
Mar 10, 2010
Atkins, Marie B.(nee Michel) on March 10, 2010 in Charlotte, N.C.; beloved wife of the late William A. Atkins; devoted mother of Mary C. Campitelli and her husband Vincent of Charlotte, NC; Barbara M. Curran and her husband J. Joseph and William A. Atkins, Jr., and his wife Anne. Also survived by ten grandchildren and…
Dr. Pearl Huffman Scholz
Mar 10, 2010
On March 10, 2010 Dr. Pearl Huffman Scholz, beloved wife of the late Dr. Roy O. Scholz, devoted mother of R. Frederick Scholz, Martha S. Cukor, Robert F. Scholz, and Richard T. Scholz, loving grandmother of 5, dear sister of Anne H. Rudisill and Robeta H. Johnson. A Memorial Service will be held at Roland…
David Frederick Shaefer
Mar 10, 2010
On March 10, 2010 David Shaefer died suddenly. He survived by his loving wife of many years, Jodi (S. Jane McDermott) Shaefer and their children, Sarah Shaefer of New York City and Lucas Shaefer of Baltimore. David was born February 15, 1948 the son of Grace Cowan Shaefer and the late Henry Shaefer. Dave and…
Dolores M. Horak
Mar 10, 2010
On March 10, 2010, Dolores M. Horak (nee Biden), beloved wife of the late Albert E. Horak, Sr.; devoted mother of Albert E,. Horak, Jr. and his wife Veronica, Linda Perry and her husband Bob and Marlene Bucklew and her husband John; loving grandmother of Sean Perry, Patrick Brennan, Jr., Kaitlin Brennan, Kevin Brennan and…
Joan Slawinski
Mar 9, 2010
On March 9, 2010, JOAN E. SLAWINSKI, beloved wife of the late Joseph H. Slawinski, loving mother of Kathleen Kreiner, Steven J. Slawinski, Michael F. Slawinski and the late Deborah Slawinski, dear grandmother of Kevin, Kimberly and Kristen Kreiner. Also survived by four neices and four nephews. Friends may call at the family owned Ruck…
Robert J. Lyden, Md
Mar 9, 2010
On March 9, 2010, Robert James Lyden, MD. Beloved husband of Anita L. Lyden (nee Freiert). Devoted father of Robert J. Lyden, Jr., A Susan Lyden, Mia R. Talarigo, Michael A. Lyden, Deborah A. Nizer, Rebecca S. Dietrich, Patrick J. Lyden, Noel V. Adamski and Camille A. Kane. Dear father in law of Lisbeth Tolbert,…
Catherine F. Walters
Mar 9, 2010
On March 9, 2010 CATHERINE F. WALTERS (nee Maciolek) devoted wife of the late Samuel L. Walters. Loving mother of Kathy Hartoch and her husband David, Christine Walters, Nancy Cox and her husband Danny, Cheryl Bianco and her husband Michael, Dolores Smallwood and her husband Donald, Samuel L. Walters II and his wife Christina. Dear…
William A. D. Parker, Jr.
Mar 8, 2010
On March 8, 2010, William A. D. Parker, Jr., devoted husband of the late Helen R. Parker (nee Snyder), beloved father of Linda C. Fowler and her husband Albert Fowler, Deborah Stice and her husband Philip Stice, grandfather of Rebecca and Brett Fowler, George Poe, Jessica Rohrbaugh and Christopher Stice, great-grandfather of 4 great-grandchildren, and…
Joseph Ross Raszewski, Sr.
Mar 8, 2010
On March 8, 2010, Joseph Ross Raszewski, Sr. beloved husband of the late Joyce N. (nee Hinkle) and Marge (nee Jenkins); devoted father of Diana L. Bowen and Joseph R. Raszewski, Jr.; loving grandfather of Jessica Fabiszak, Ronald Cornell, Halie Raszewski and Jacob Raszewski; dear brother of Lewis R. Raszewski, Connie Stanley, Gloria Ringrose and…
George A. Piendak
Mar 8, 2010
On March 8, 2010 GEORGE A. PIENDAK beloved husband of the late Zoe Daidakis Piendak. Devoted father of Emily A. Vainieri and her husband Christian. Loving grandfather of Iris Zoe Vainieri. Brother of Dennis and David Piendak. Friends may call at the family-owned Ruck Towson Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 York Road (beltway exit 26) on…
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.