OBITUARIES
A tribute to a life truly lived.
Dorothy "Ebbie" Wheeler
Apr 12, 2026
On April 12, 2026, Dorothy "Ebbie" Wheeler died peacefully in Towson, MD. She is predeceased by her parents John B. Hart and Charlotte Long Hart, and by her brother John E. Hart. Dorothy is survived by other family members, friends, and her Trinity Episcopal Church family. Ebbie sang in Trinity's choir with her mother…
Janice Dubbs Mccrory
Apr 12, 2026
Janice McCrory, a former Assistant Vice President of T. Rowe Price Investment Services, passed away on April 12, 2026 at her home in Towson with her family and her beloved rescue golden retriever Guinness by her side. Born in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, she attended the University of Pittsburgh and the Maryland Institute College of Art.…
John "Jack" Earl Griffith
Apr 11, 2026
On April 11, 2026, Major General John "Jack" Earl Griffith (retired) passed away peacefully in Cockeysville, Maryland, at the age of 95. General Griffith was born and raised in Kansas. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1948, and retired in 1990. In 1957, he went to Officer Candidate School and was commissioned…
Nancy Evans Merritt
Apr 11, 2026
On April 11, 2026, Nancy Merritt (nee Evans), beloved wife of Robert E. Merritt; devoted mother of Dean Merritt and his wife Anne; loving grandmother of Evan, Carter, and Benett; dear sister of Jane Dinan, Pat Evans, and Mary Wood; also survived by several nieces and nephews. Nancy grew up in Pikesville Maryland with her…
Florence Jane Walsh
Apr 10, 2026
Florence J. Walsh, of Timonium, Maryland, passed away suddenly on April 10, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Peter L. Walsh and their marriage filled with love, devotion, and cherished memories. Florence was also the dear sister of the late George Zaranski. Above all, Florence was a devoted and loving mother to…
Barbara Kathleen Vinson
Apr 9, 2026
On April 9, 2026, Barbara Kathleen Vinson, beloved wife of the late Stanley Vinson, and devoted mother of Kristie Vinson. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at the family-owned Duda-Ruck Funeral Home of Dundalk Inc. 7922 Wise Avenue on Friday (4/17/2026) from 9 AM to 11 AM,…
Stephen J. Varelli
Apr 8, 2026
On April 8, 2026, Stephen J. Varelli, beloved husband of Karen Curro Varelli; devoted father of Matthew, Caroline, and Addison Varelli; cherished son of Concetta and the late Ronald Varelli; loving brother of Barbara, Michael, and Susan Varelli; also survived by extended family and friends. Friends may call at the family owned Ruck Towson Funeral…
Anita Lynn Klein
May 21, 1943 - Apr 8, 2026
On April 8, 2025 Anita Lynn Klein passed away in Baltimore, Maryland. Anita was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on May 21, 1943 to her late parents Frank and Lee (nee Chiaramonte) Novak. Anita was the beloved wife of the late David Klein, loving sister of Christine Novak, Kim Novak, and the late Frank Joseph…
Sally Ann Wendler Bauer
Apr 7, 2026
Sally Ann Wendler Bauer August 8, 1955 - April 7, 2026 Sally Ann Wendler Bauer, 70, passed away due to complications from a brain aneurysm on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. A beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt, Godmother and friend, Sally will be remembered by her warm loving spirit, sense of humor, joix de vivre,…
Anthony Samuel Russo, Sr.
Apr 7, 2026
Anthony (Tony) S. Russo, Sr., 90, of Timonium, Maryland, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 1, 1935, in Norristown, Pennsylvania, he was the devoted son of Joseph and Yolanda Russo. From the very beginning, Anthony's strong personality was unmistakable. Entering the world…
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