All Obituaries

Dorothy "Dottie" Fay Rhoton, 93, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Fahrney-Keedy Nursing Home, Boonsboro, MD. Born on January 15, 1933 in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of the late Anna Margaret (Gum) and Leon Martin Grimm. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her Brother, Kenneth L. Grimm, Sr. and longtime companion, Kenneth Gray. Dottie graduated from Hagerstown High School, class of 1951. Dottie worked for CSX Railroad ...

Melvin Richard Smith, 96, born February 25,1930 passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2026, to join his beloved wife, Shirley L. [Hiltner] Smith. Shirley passed on February 24, 2023. Married for 72 years, Melvin and Shirley, raised 6 children and touched countless lives with their kindness and friendships they have made along the way. Melvin will be remembered for “his warm humor, hard work ethic, and love of his John Deere mower”, while Shirley will be cherished for ...

Frank B. Huntzberry, 82, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away Saturday, April 25,2026 at his home surrounded by his loving sons. Born May 30,1943 in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Albert T. Huntzberry and Sophia C. (Carbaugh) Huntzberry. He was a dedicated employee for Washington County for over 32 years. Frank is survived by his son, Troy E. Showe and wife Lavenia and their four children Kayana A. Showe and her daughter Anita, Justin T. Showe, Joshua C. Holton and Kierstan Curry. ...

Gregory L. Hartle, 70, of Leitersburg, MD, passed away Friday, April 24, 2026 at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown, MD. Born July 14, 1955 in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Glenn and Shirley Hartle. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his Sister, Cheryl Hartle Hoover. He is survived by his Sisters, Kathy Cosens of Hagerstown, and Penny Stanley of Clear Spring, MD; Son, Michael Hartle of Hagerstown; Two Grandchildren, and 1 Great Grandson; and 4 ...

Steven Victor Trumpower of Fayetteville, Pennsylvania, passed away on April 24, 2026 at the age of 74. Born December 29, 1951, to the late Victor and Betty (Kuhn) Trumpower, Steve grew up in Smithsburg, Maryland, later settling in the Michaux Forest of Pennsylvania. A 1970 graduate of Smithsburg High School, he later had a career in welding at Grove International. Upon retirement, Steve embraced his true love, horticulture. He started a gardening business, ornamenting private residences ...

Robert Lee Schildt, 90, of Waynesboro, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital in Waynesboro, PA. Born on May 19, 1935, in Waynesboro, PA, he was the son of the late Marjorie Viola (North) and John Robert Schildt. He was a 1953 graduate of Waynesboro Area Senior High School. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Bowie; brothers, Edwin Schildt and Dennis Hurd; and aunt, Marguerite Schildt Knepper. Bob lived ...

Steven Leroy Spoonire, 70, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Doey's House, Hagerstown, MD, surrounded by loving family. Born on February 3, 1956 in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Edith Marie (Hayslup) and Lon Carl Spoonire, Sr.. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a Daughter, Chelsea Spoonire; Brother, Lon Spoonire, Jr.; and Sister, Janice Spoonire. Steven attended Clear Spring High School and Huyetts Mennonite ...

Larry Ray Marshall, 80, of Hedgesville, WV, transitioned into heaven on April 22, 2026. Larry was born on February 23, 1946 to William and Thelma Marshall in Hillsville, Virginia. He is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn, with whom he would have celebrated 41 years of marriage in May. He is also survived by his children Tanya Poillucci (Mike) of St. Simons Island, GA; Curtis Marshall (Laura) of Richmond, VA; grandchildren Logan (Hayley), Garett (Emily), Maria, Patrick, Camille, Sean, ...

Cheryl D. Garnett, 80, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away April 21, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Cheryl was the loving wife of the late Kenneth G. Garnett, Sr. Born September 19, 1945, Cheryl was the daughter of the late James W. and Ruby (Neal) Coyle. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her special Aunt, Janet Saville. Cheryl enjoyed spending time with her cat, Ollie, and loved watching deer and birds, especially Cardinals, at her bird ...

Richard "Richie" Glenn Sowers, 65, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away peacefully Monday, April 13, 2026 at his home, surrounded by loving family. Born on October 20, 1960 in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of Betty Marie (Tracey) Sowers and the late Glenn Francis Sowers. Richie graduated from Smithsburg High School, class of 1978. Richie worked as a Machinist for 43 years after retiring in 2021 from Landis Manufacturing in Waynesboro, PA. Richie was a member of the ABATE Chapter 11 ...