Obituaries
Joseph Harris
Oct 8, 2025
Joseph Leroy Harris of Frostburg passed away on October 8, 2025 at UPMC Western Maryland Hospital.
Born on October 22, 1950 to the late Elsie (Mears) and Leroy Harris. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother, Arthur Harris; sister, Jenny Carder; brother in law, Gene Patton
Joseph was an Army National Guard and worked in the...
Bradley John Shirey
Oct 6, 2025
With sadness in our hearts, we announce the passing of Bradley John Shirey, who left us on October 6, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on November 16, 1968, Bradley was a caring soul whose warmth and playful spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A proud graduate of Beall High School in 1987, Bradley's life was...
David Crawford
Oct 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our cherished brother and uncle, David Lee "Frickie" Crawford on Monday, October 6, 2025, at the home of his sister and brother-in-law, Peggy and Randy Winebrenner.
Born November 16, 1968, in Cumberland, MD, to the late Joseph Crawford, Sr. and Arlene (Ash) Crawford. He was also preceded in...
Donald Leslie Blank
Oct 4, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of, Donald (Dutch) Leslie Blank, who left us peacefully on October 4th 2025 surrounded by family at the age of 91. Born on February 19, 1934 in Frostburg, Maryland, Dutch was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Dutch was...
Betty Harden
Sep 28, 2025
Betty Louise Harden 04/11/1930- 09/28/2025
It is with heavy hearts that the Middleton family announce the passing of wife, sister and aunt.
Betty Louise Harden was born in Frostburg to Floyd Middleton and Vera Dailey on February 11, 1930. Betty was the last remaining member of her immediate family.
She was pre deceased by her sisters and brothers Ray, Lawrence, Ritchie, Mary, Inez...
Eleanor Carr
Sep 25, 2025
Eleanor Lea Carr, 84, passed away on September 25, 2025.
Born on November 8, 1940 in Midland, she was the daughter of the late Charles M. Preston and Mary S. (Quinn) Preston. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Allen Carr Sr.; son, Jacob Willis Carr II; brothers, Charles Preston, James T. Preston and Ben Preston; sisters, Catherine...
Bryson Lee Gray
Sep 22, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bryson Lee Gray, a cherished young soul who left this world too soon on September 22, 2025.
Born on February 10, 2017, in Cumberland, MD, Bryson brought endless joy and laughter into the lives of those who knew him. He was a bright light, illuminating every room with his infectious smile and boundless...
Patricia Thomas
Sep 18, 2025
Patricia Jean Thomas, 91, of Frostburg went to be with Jesus on Thursday, September 18, 2025, surrounded by family love, current and past.
She was born June 29, 1934 to the late John and Freda Hott Rice. She was predeceased by her sisters Millie Lou Lynn, and Eva Belle Morgan. Also her brothers James Nevon Rice and Clarence "Bud" Rice.
She is...
Carolyn Lee Barmoy
Sep 17, 2025
Carolyn Lee Barmoy, 80, of Frostburg, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 17th, 2025, in Cumberland, MD, surrounded by her family.
Carolyn was born on July 27th, 1945, to the late Anna (Jeffries) and Walter “BlueJay” Minnick.
Carolyn was a loving sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many. She never met a stranger and enjoyed lending a helping hand. Spending time in...
Larry Vernon Bennett
Sep 15, 2025
Larry Vernon Bennett, 83, of Corriganville, MD, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 15, 2025, at Allegany Health Nursing and Rehab.
Born on October 8, 1941, in Cumberland, MD.
Mr. Bennett was the son of the late Vernon Bennett and Rosalie (Smith) Webster. The late wife, Betty Jane (White) Bennett. Also preceded in death by his brother, Rodney Lee...
Kathleen Larkin
Sep 13, 2025
Kathleen Louise "Kaye" Larkin, 90, of Frostburg passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025 in Cumberland, MD.
Kaye was born on March 12, 1935 to the late Kathleen (Rafferty) and Vernard Winner. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her best friend and devoted husband of 52 years Michael Vincent Larkin and two infant children, Paula...
Jennie Winebrenner
Sep 13, 2025
Jennie Lee (Emmart) Winebrenner, 92, of Frostburg passed away peacefully at UPMC Western Maryland on Saturday, September 13, 2025, surrounded by her children.
Born on December 8, 1932 to the late Jennie (Pfaff) and Bruce Emmart. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Floyd L. "Spoon" Winebrenner Jr.; brother, Thomas Emmart, and son in...
Karen Kay Davis
Sep 9, 2025
Karen Kay Davis, 82, of Frostburg passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Born on December 26, 1942 to the late Esther (Paugh) and Melvin Nelson. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her first husband, Glenn Lloyd Hay; twin sisters, Carolyn and Marilyn Nelson; son, Kevin Davis and grandson, Devin Booth.
Karen was a member of the...
Precious Femi
Sep 8, 2025
Precious Rhonda Femi, 76, of Frostburg, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Moran Manor Nursing Home.
Born March 14, 1949, at Miners Hospital, to the late Lilly (Wenck) Sevinsky and her stepfather, John Sevinsky. In addition to her parents she is preceded by her husband, James R. Femi; siblings, Johnny Frank and Jimmy Sevinsky; and grandson, Chandler Sperry.
Rhonda was...
Rance Ritchie
Aug 29, 2025
Rance Ritchie, 81, of Frostburg, passed away at home after a prolonged illness on August 29, 2025.
Rance served in the Vietnam War from 1964-1967, followed by four decades with Maryland State Highway Administration(SHA).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth “Shy” Ritchie and Lucille Ritchie, and by one daughter, Heather.
Rance is survived by his wife of 57 years, Judith...
Charles Robert Sterrett
Aug 29, 2025
Charles Robert Sterrett, 89, of Frostburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025, at home surrounded by family.
Charles was born December 16, 1935, in Mifflintown, PA., to the late James Fay and Elizabeth (Zook) Sterrett. He graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering in 1957 and was commissioned in the U.S. Air Force. He...
Julie Lynn Hall
Aug 26, 2025
Julie Lynn Hall, 63, of Frostburg, MD, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 26, 2025, leaving behind a world that is a bit brighter and more colorful because of her presence.
Born on April 11, 1962, Julie grew up in Frostburg, surrounded by her siblings, cousins, neighbors, and the close-knit community that fostered her lifelong love of family. She...
Blaine L. Hostetler
Aug 21, 2025
Blaine L. Hostetler, 91, of Finzel, Maryland, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at UPMC Western Maryland in Cumberland, surrounded by his family.
He was born on April 11, 1934, in Pocahontas, Pennsylvania, to the late Robert and Mary Hostetler and was preceded in death by his brother, Gilbert.
Blaine is survived by his loving wife...
Dolores Carter
Aug 17, 2025
Dolores Elaine "Snooks" Carter, 81, of Frostburg, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at UPMC Western MD after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Known to family and friends as "Snooks," she was born April 4, 1944 to the late Roy and Teresa Garlitz of Avilton. She was also preceded in death by husband's Michael Hersick and Bernard "Bunny" Carter; a...
Gail Miller
Aug 10, 2025
Gail Ann Miller, age 64, died peacefully surrounded by her husband, on August 10, 2025, in their Frostburg, MD home after an extensive and valiant battle with cancer.
Gail was born on December 28th, 1960, in Mt. Savage, Maryland to the late Kenneth Lee Ritchey Sr., and her mother Pauline Ritchey. She graduated from Mt. Savage High School and was most recently...
