OBITUARIES
A tribute to a life truly lived.
Sr. Catherine Horan, Sndden
Jan 3, 2026
Sister Catherine Horan, SNDdeN, went peacefully home to her good God on January 3, 2026, at St. Julie Billiart Residential Care Center in Ipswich, Massachusetts. She was born Joan Catherine Horan in Miami Beach, Florida, to Thomas and Catherine (Alderdice) Horan. She entered the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur on August 11, 1957, making…
Steve Moskos
Jan 3, 2026
Steve Moskos, a devoted husband and father was born on December 18, 1935 in Weirton, West Virginia. He entered eternal rest on January 3, 2026, surrounded by family. After relocating to Maryland , he graduated from Patterson High School, where he excelled in sports, especially football. He also served in the Army National Guard for…
Daniel Pickard Sr.
Jan 3, 2026
Daniel Joseph Pickard, Sr. Daniel "Danny" Joseph Pickard, 61 years of age, passed on January 3, 2026 at John's Hopkins Bayview Hospital. Daniel was born in Montgomery County on August 18, 1964 to the late Robert E. Pickard, Sr. and the late Patricia (Huntt) Pickard. Daniel proudly served the Baltimore County Police Department for 21…
Maureen Pullias
Jan 3, 2026
On January 3, 2026, Maureen Pullias (nee Day); beloved wife of David Pullias; devoted mother of Kevin Pullias. Services to be determined at a later date.
Detective Paul Hoke
Jan 2, 2026
On January 2, 2026, Detective Paul Hoke passed away in Baltimore, Maryland; beloved father of Dylan Hoke, Kathryn Hobson and stepfather of James and Jordan Holston; devoted son of Linda Nilles and Robert Hoke; loving brother of Scott Hoke and Jessica Fiedler; dear partner of Elizabeth Bowers; also survived by extended family and friends. Friends…
Carla Ann Gonzalez
Jun 11, 1963 - Jan 2, 2026
Carla Ann Gonzalez, age 62, passed away on January 2, 2026 from lung cancer. Carla was raised in Dundalk, MD by her late parents, Paul Wilson III and Patricia A. Wilson (nee Straka). She is survived by her beloved husband, Robert S. Gonzalez, stepchildren Samantha Rice (Thomas), Steven Gonzalez, and precious granddaughter Evelyn Rice; brother…
Clifford E. Muller
Mar 30, 1956 - Jan 2, 2026
Clifford E. Muller Obituary (March 30, 1956 – January 2, 2026) Known for his good-natured personality, gentle demeanor, quick wit, and quiet generosity, Clifford Emil Muller died unexpectedly, but peacefully, in his sleep on Friday, January 2, 2026, at home. He was 69 years old. Cliff was born on March 30, 1956 to Emil and…
Roger Cook Jones
Jan 2, 2026
Roger Cook Jones, 83, of Towson, MD, passed away on January 2, 2026. Born in Mt. Holly, NJ to Lester and Florence Jones, Roger was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. He was a graduate of Wesley College and worked as a welder until he retired in New Holland, PA. Roger was known…
Robin Viands
Jan 2, 2026
It's with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Robin Teresa Viands, 2 January 2026. She succumbed to mesothelioma with respiratory complications and pneumonia. Her final moments were shared with immediate family. She will be lovingly remembered by parents, siblings, and friends. A 1980 Graduate of Sparrows Point High School. …
Betty R. Wirtz
Dec 31, 2025
Betty Rae Wirtz (nee Wolfe), age 92, passed away peacefully at her residence at Queenstown Landing Assisted Living in Queenstown, MD. Betty was an avid reader and crossword puzzle enthusiast. She resided in Baltimore County until 2019 and was a devoted member of her beloved Ashland Presbyterian Church. Betty was a long-time employee of the…
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