OBITUARIES
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Daniel Joseph Slonim
Jun 6, 2025
Daniel Joseph Slonim of Nottingham, Maryland passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 82 years old. Beloved husband of 57 years to Laura J. Slonim, Daniel was a devoted family man whose legacy lives on through those he cherished most. He was the loving father of Shelley Commodari…
John B. Cox Jr.
Jun 5, 2025
On June 5, 2025, John Bernard Cox Jr., beloved father of Michael J. Cox and his wife Shannon, Deborah Cox and David Cox. Also survived by his loving grandchildren; Avia, Claudia, Codey, Gabriel, and Rosalia. A graveside service will be held at Holy Rosary Cemetery 7305 German Hill Rd, Baltimore, MD 21222 on Wednesday (6/11/2025)…
Dorothy "Dottie" Gregoski Alban
Jun 5, 2025
Mrs. Dorothy "Dotti.e" Gregoski Alban, widow of James C. Alban Ill died on June 5, 2025 of natural causes in Amelia Island, Florida. She was 84. Mrs. Alban was born in Baltimore on August 1, 1940 to Adam and Julia Gregoski, and she grew up in Curtis Bay. She graduated from Seton High School and…
George J. White, Jr.
Jun 4, 2025
On June 4, 2025, George J. White, Jr.; beloved husband of Serena White (nee Kerr); devoted father of Stacy W. Sties and her husband Jeffrey B. Sties; loving grandfather of Benjamin R. Sties. A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 23, 2025 at 11 AM, at the Oak Crest Chapel, 8800 Walther Blvd.,…
William Todd Rich
Jun 3, 2025
William Todd Rich May 27, 1954 to June 3, 2025 William Todd Rich, known as "Todd" to his family and "Bill" to his friends and colleagues, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in his hometown of Baltimore, Maryland. Born on May 27, 1954, Todd was the beloved son of the late Elizabeth Bagby Rich…
Charles I. Metzger
Jun 2, 2025
On June 2, 2025, Charles I. Metzger died peacefully in Towson, Maryland. Charles is pre-deceased by his parents Charles Metzger and Esther Reynolds Metzger, his sister Bette Simms, and by his companion Mary. He is survived by his cousins Jacalyn and Tom Vadala. Funeral services and interment are private. For those desiring, memorial contributions may…
Leonard Rowles
Jun 2, 2025
Leonard "Bill" Bailey Rowles, Jr. a lifelong resident of Baltimore MD, passed away on June 2, 2025 from natural causes at age 99. He was the only child of Margaret and Leonard B. Rowles, Sr. He was a WWII veteran, dedicated family man, business leader, lifelong academic, and world traveler. Building and flying model airplanes…
David Mercer Funk
Oct 28, 1947 - Jun 2, 2025
David Mercer Funk was born on October 28, 1947 in Baltimore, Maryland. He was the beloved son of Hannah Elizabeth (Mercer) and Frank Miller Herring Jr., and at birth was given the name Frank Miller Herring III. He was the adored grandson of Hannah Greenwood (Wheatley) and Beverly Howard Mercer, as well as Helen (LaGates)…
Dorothy Mae Mcelroy
May 1, 1936 - Jun 1, 2025
On June 1, 2025 Dorothy Mae McElroy passed away at her home surrounded by her family. Dorothy is survived by her devoted children Velda Gray White (Curtis), James Randy Locklear, Valerie Jean Kidwell, and Belinda Jill Baxter (Peter); loving grandchildren Caroline Howell, Victoria Willey, Elizabeth Russell, Jordan Baxter, Tyler Kidwell, and Paige Willingham; 10 cherished…
Francis B. Bilson
Jun 1, 2025
On June 1, 2025, Francis Barry Bilson, dear brother of Timothy Blaine Bilson and his wife Helen. Mr. F. Barry Bilson was a Certified Public Accountant. He was a Vice President at Legg Mason, Inc. and Vice President of Finance from June 1984 to October 1998. He also served as a Vice President of Finance…
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