All Obituaries

Sandra D. Johnson, 61, passed away on Friday September 22, 2023, at home. She was born in Martinsburg, WV. She was the daughter of the late Gene Murphy and Brenda Mong and stepfather, Joseph Mong. Married to Daniel Johnson. Her two favorites’ dachshunds were Buddy and Bruno. Sandra loved spending time with her two granddaughters. She moved to Illinois to be closer to her daughter and grandbabies. In addition to her husband, Sandra is survived by her children, Emily Prather, and Jordan...

Daniel Roswell Lindow, 76, of Williamsport, MD, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023 at his home, surrounded by loving family. Born on August 15, 1947 in EauClaire, WI, he was the son of the late Ione (Read) and Roswell Lindow. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a Sister, Virginia Eggebrecht and a Brother, David Lindow. He served in the U.S. Army. Daniel earned his undergrad and graduated with a Master's Degree from Andrews University in Berrien Springs,...

Marvin James Hess, II, 72, of Hagerstown, went to be with his Lord Monday, September 18, 2023. Born February 28, 1951, in Martinsburg, he was the son of the late Margaret Virginia (Miller) Hess Bowman and Marvin James Hess. He is survived by his longtime companion of 24 years, Lisa Myers; three daughters, Jennifer Whetzel (Mark), Heather Darringer (Lyle), of Martinsburg, WV, Leandra Hess; and one son, Nicholas Hess, step-daughter, Amanda Jones (James) all of Hagerstown, MD; nine...

Elsa Mae (Kretsinger) Hoffman, 102, transitioned September 16, 2023 peacefully asleep, at her home in Smithsburg. Born December 19, 1920 in Greensburg, MD, she was the daughter of the late Frank Newcomer Kretsinger and Iva Mae (McKinsey) Kretsinger. She is survived by her twin sons, Gary M. Hoffman and Larry P. Hoffman of Smithsburg; Sister, Helen Semler of Smithsburg, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Lawrence W. Hoffman, and her...

Robin Wenner Rath, 52, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away on September 16, 2023, after a battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Robin was born in Hagerstown, MD on January 15, 1971, to G. Norris and Joyce Rath. After graduating from South Hagerstown High School in 1988, Robin went on to study at Hagerstown Community College, graduating with an Associate of Arts degree in 1992. She entered the work force with Turning Point (now Sheppard Pratt) as a Rehabilitation Counselor for a short period of time,...

Ronald Lee Boyd Sr, 75, of Smithsburg, passed away on Friday, September 15, at Meritus Medical Center surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Washington County on June 16, 1948, he was the son of the late Homer Lewis Boyd, and Geraldine (Minnick) Boyd. Ronnie was a graduate of Boonsboro High School. He retired from Martin Marietta Stone Quarry in Boonsboro, after 40 years as a welder. Ronnie shared his love of fishing, and hunting, and drag racing with his children and grandchildren. He is...

Joann Marie (Dewey) Barrett, 73, of Hedgesville, WV, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at her home surrounded by loving family. Born on September 13, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Margaret (Anderson) and Frank Dewey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 3 children; David Lee Barrett, Jr., Marsha Ann Barrett, and Douglas Scott Barrett. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, David Lee Barrett; Daughter, Rebecca (Barrett) McDonald; 2...

Ronald Eugene Cave, 73, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away Friday, September 8th, 2023, at Doey's House in Hagerstown, MD. Born December 11, 1949, in Washington County, MD, he was the son of the late Roy Lester Cave and Beverly (Long) Logsdon. He was skilled in plumbing, heating, air conditioning and general maintenance of commercial / residential properties and was employed as a property manager for many years. Ronnie also enjoyed working as a property manager for Cortland Manor for...

Dystanei Nickole Cain was born on September 2, 2003, and passed away on September 7, 2023. She had just turned 20yrs old and had just started her life with her husband, Evan Alexander Cain. Both lives were taken suddenly and tragically, in a hit and run, by a drunk and reckless driver. Dystanei is survived by her mother, Amisya Smith; sister, Calisya Bucher; brothers, Lloyd Bucher and Jason Smith; grandparents, Carrie and Wayne Baker, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. She is preceded...

Connie Lee Cole, 80, of Smithsburg MD, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023, at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown MD. Born on February 19, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Marion Swisher. Connie was a nurse in healthcare for over 40 years. She loved spending time with her family. Connie is survived by her loving husband, Dorin Cole, sons, Kenneth Little, Gerald Little, Rodney Little and John Little, grandchildren, Kenny Little, Katie Little, Kelli Little, Elizabeth Little, Darian...