Obituaries

Local obituaries for Hancock, MD and surrounding areas.

Joy Lee Peoples

Joy Lee Peoples

Oct 4, 2023

 

Joy Lee (Munson) Peoples, 92, Williamsport, MD., passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at her daughter, Dixie Deering’s home.

She was born February 1, 1931, in Hancock, MD., to Theodore and Anna Mae (Jackson) Munson.

Joy was a loving wife to Oscar Peoples for sixty-three years. They had five children, Robin (Chip) Peoples, Vickie Shank, Dixie Deering, Sherry Peoples...

Joan Elarbee James

Joan Elarbee James

Oct 4, 2023

Hancock, Maryland resident Joan Elarbee James, born December 18, 1946, and wife of Edward L. James, passed through death to life eternal on October 4, 2023, after a decade long struggle with Parkinsons Disease.

Joan walked with God for nearly seventy-seven years and then she was not, for God took her from us to Himself (Gen5) where she is now...

Leon Drake Smith

Leon Drake Smith

Oct 2, 2023

 

Leon D. Smith, 84, LaVale, MD., passed away Monday, October 2, 2023, at Devlin Care, in Cumberland, MD.

Born December 19, 1938, in Cumberland, MD., he was the son of the late Alice Twigg Smith, and the husband of Betty L. Cavender Smith.

He worked for Kelly Springfield Trucking Company, Oester Trucking and D&R Trucking. He retired from D&R...

Lawana Lee McCusker

Lawana Lee McCusker

Sep 28, 2023

Lawana Lee McCusker, 79, Hancock, MD., passed away Thursday, September 28, 2023, at Sterling Care in Boonsboro, MD.

Born March 25, 1944, in Artemas, PA., she was the daughter of the late Henry and Bertha Johnson Clingerman, and the widow of Gail V. McCusker, who passed away on May 25, 2022.

She was a member of the Hancock Assembly of...

Verleen Catherine Liner

Verleen Catherine Liner

Sep 26, 2023

 

Verleen Catherine Liner, former investigator for the Department of Welfare in San Joaquin County, CA, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2023, in Winchester, Virginia. She was born on October 5, 1947, in Cumberland, Maryland.Verleen dedicated an admirable 25 years of her life to serving the San Joaquin County community before retiring in 2006. Her commitment and passion for...

Regina Marie McCusker

Regina Marie McCusker

Sep 10, 2023

Regina Marie McCusker, 88, Hancock, MD., passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023, at Penn Knoll Village in Everett, PA.

Born December 24, 1934, in Cumberland, MD., she was the daughter of the late Roy S. Fletcher and Mattie Mae Wharton Fletcher and the widower of Loyal McCusker.

She was a graduate of Flintstone High School.

She was employed by Everett...

Lillian A. Norris Weller

Lillian A. Norris Weller

Sep 9, 2023

Lillian A. Norris Weller, 96, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, at her home in Hancock, MD.

Born December 26, 1926, in Huntington, PA., she was the daughter of the late William and Rosetta Hiles Norris, and the widower of Clifford “Buddy” Weller, who passed away in 2003.

She was of Protestant faith and a member of Orchard Ridge First...

Phyllis Ivalee Jackson

Phyllis Ivalee Jackson

Sep 6, 2023

Phyllis Ivalee Jackson, a beloved member of the Berkeley Springs, WV. community, passed away on September 6, 2023, at the age of 88.

She was born on May 31, 1935, in Berkeley Springs, WV., to Lee Beddow and Sarah Rosalie Lafollette Beddow. Phyllis was a loving wife and mother, as well as a dedicated seamstress and an active participant in...

Jacqueline Lee McFadden

Jacqueline Lee McFadden

Aug 31, 2023

Jacqueline “Jackie” Lee McFadden, age 59, went to be with the Lord with her family by her side, August 31, 2023.

Born July 3, 1964 in Berkeley Springs, WV, she was the daughter of the late John Robert “Bob” and Violet Golden. She was a graduate of Hancock High School and built a home in Needmore, PA with her husband,...

Dixie Sue Bishop

Dixie Sue Bishop

Aug 27, 2023

Dixie Sue Bishop, 62, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023, at her home in Needmore, PA.

Born October 18, 1960, in Berkeley Springs, WV., she was the daughter of late Ray and Sylvia Mellott Wertz and the wife of Lloyd C. "Seymour" Bishop, Jr., whom she married on September 28, 2008.

She is a member of Sideling Hill Christian Church...

Cheryl A. Price

Cheryl A. Price

Aug 21, 2023

Cheryl A. Price, 78, of Berkeley Springs, WV., passed away Monday, August 21, 2023, at War Memorial Extended Care.

Born June 15, 1945, in Hancock, MD., she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Orpha Fox McCumbie and the late Sanford and Teressa Hendershot Fox, and the wife of the late Homer W. Price.

She was employed at London...

Glenn Owen Norris

Glenn Owen Norris

Aug 19, 2023

Glenn Owen Norris, 56, Little Orleans, MD., passed away Saturday, August 19 ,2023.

Born April 19, 1967, in Hagerstown, MD., he was the son of the late Grant Norris and Judith King Norris, and the husband of Rita Norris.

He was a graduate of Frankford High School in Short Gap, WV.

He was employed at the Oak Barrel Café, in...

Bertha Lucille Keefer

Bertha Lucille Keefer

Aug 16, 2023

Bertha “Lue” Lucille (Reed) Keefer, 92, Hancock, MD., passed away peacefully at her home August 16, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Born September 12, 1930, at Millstone, MD., she was the daughter of the late Earl and Hilda Mae Gordon Reed and the stepdaughter of the late Katherine Reed.

She was married to her late husband, Floyd Joseph Keefer,...

Dennis Elwood Fink, Jr.

Dennis Elwood Fink, Jr.

Aug 14, 2023

 

Dennis E. Fink Jr., 50, passed away, Monday, August 14, 2023, at his home, in Warfordsburg, PA.

Born December 17, 1972, in Hagerstown MD., he was the son of late Dennis E. Fink, Sr. and Sethrentha  (Luttrell) and Jack Schoenadel, of Little Orleans, MD.

He was a 1990 Graduate of Hancock High School.

He was employed by Rayloc Manufacturing...

Lois Jean Thompson

Lois Jean Thompson

Aug 10, 2023

Lois Jean Thompson, 80, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023, at her home in Warfordsburg, PA.

Born June 24, 1943, in Warfordsburg, PA., she was the daughter of the late Hyson and Mildred (Orndorff) Akers and the wife of Jim Thompson.

She was a graduate of Southern Fulton High School.

She worked for the Federal Government for 34 years, having...

James Keith Bradley

James Keith Bradley

Aug 8, 2023

James “Jimi” Keith Bradley, 35, Needmore, PA, passed away August 8, 2023, in Fulton County PA.

Born November 16,1987 in McConnellsburg, PA, he was the son of the late William “Bill” and Kristine “Kris” (Iverson) Bradley.

He was a graduate of Southern Fulton High School, Class of 2006. There he participated in FFA and in the band as a trombone...

June Roselee Smith

June Roselee Smith

Aug 8, 2023

June Roselee Smith, 84, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at her home in Little Orleans, Maryland.

Born June 10, 1939, and raised in Little Orleans, MD., she was the daughter, and last surviving child, of the late John and Emmie Cornwell. She was the wife of 69 years of Theodore Ray Smith, who she married on June 30, 1954. 

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Reba Ellen (Fletcher) Munson

Reba Ellen (Fletcher) Munson

Aug 6, 2023

Reba Ellen (Fletcher) Munson, 88, Hancock, MD., passed away, Sunday, August 6, 2023, at Fahrney Keedy Nursing Home in Boonsboro, MD.

Born December 29, 1934, in Little Orleans, MD., she was the daughter of the late Phillip H. and Etta (Price) Fletcher and the widow of Lawrance Munson.

She was a member of the Supreme Council of the House of...

Patricia Ann Woodal

Patricia Ann Woodal

Jul 23, 2023

Patricia Ann Woodal, 68, a beloved member of her community, passed away on July 23, 2023, in Hagerstown, Maryland . She was born on April 11, 1955, in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia to the late Robert and Ora Mae Hovermale Thompson. Patricia lived a remarkable life filled with love, compassion, and devotion to her family and friends.She was a graduate...

Elvarine Vanorsdale

Elvarine Vanorsdale

Jul 17, 2023

Elvarine Vanorsdale, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2023, at the age of 83. She was surrounded by her loving family at her home in Hancock, Maryland.Born on April 15, 1940, in Hagerstown, Maryland, Elvarine was the daughter of the late John and Betsy Shifflett Morris. She grew up in a large family with thirteen siblings and developed a strong...

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