All Obituaries

Dr. John Doyle Morgan (84) of Falling Waters, WV went to be with the Lord on Tuesday April 7, 2020. “John D”, as he was known to many, passed away at Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV following complications from a chronic illness. He was born on February 20, 1936, the son of Doyle and Mary Morgan. Although born in a really small place (Lux, Mississippi) he made a really big difference in many lives. John D is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Sharon Lee Morgan, of...

Lawrence Elwood Green, 74, of Myersville passed away peacefully in his home on April 7, 2020. He was the son of the late Elwood and Catherine (Cline) Green He worked for many years in the Middletown shoe factory and retired from Essroc Materials in Lime Kiln. Lawrence is survived by his wife Darlene of 50 years, his daughter Tammy and companion Tom, daughter Julie, and granddaughters Catherine and Ashley who he adored and cherished very much. He also leaves behind sisters Elsie Warnock and...

William Jonas (“WJ”, “Bill”, “Da”) Waters, Jr. peacefully went to heaven on Sunday, April 5, 2020 succumbing to the distresses of dementia. His life will be remembered for his impact on people near to him. As a teacher, Christian, advice giver, provider, social enthusiast, friend, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and husband, he touched many people over his 84 years of life. He is survived by his wife, Joan, of 61 years, children, Gary...

Mike “Mountain Man” Buhrman, 65, of Foxville, MD, passed away peacefully into heaven Saturday, April 4, 2020. Officially born Francis Michael Buhrman on April 1, 1955, Mike was the son of Francis John “Doc” Buhrman and Josephine (Hays) Buhrman of Foxville. He is survived by his wife and best buddy of 43 years, Judy, and his “Mummy-in-law”, as he always referred to her, Judy Willard, and a host of great friends. Mike enjoyed a rich and full life and had many passions. His favorite...

Joyce M. “Joy” Spessard, 80, of Smithsburg, MD, passed away Friday, April 3, 2020 at her home. Born February 6, 1940 in Iver, England, she was the daughter of the late George J. Sparrow and Peggy (Gray) Sparrow. She retired from National Geographic in 1996 as an analyst. She was a 1958 graduate of Slough College. Joy likes to sow, knit do cross stitch and needlework. She is survived by her husband of 58 years Nelson L. Spessard, daughter, Lucretia A. Walker and husband Todd, son, Nelson...

Kennth L. Hawbaker, Jr., 79, passed away Friday, March 27, 2020 at his home. Born March 14, 1941 in Hagerstown, Md., he was the son of the late Kenneth L. Hawbaker, Sr. and Marion (Mehaffey) Swisher. He retired from the Washington County School Board after 20 years of service. Until his illness he was active in the fire police with Fountaindale Fire Company, Fountaindale, PA and Blue Ridge Fire Company, Blue Ridge Summit, PA for over 20 years. He loved playing softball with his team. He was...

Sally Lynn Lefferts, 72, of Hagerstown, MD, and formerly of Smithsburg, MD, passed away Friday, March 27, 2020 at Hospice of Washington County, Doey’s House, in Hagerstown. Born July 28, 1947 in Wheeling, WV, she was the daughter of the late George and Idamae (Richardson) Bonenberger. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas M. Lefferts November 27, 1992. Sally is survived by one daughter, Kelly B. Lefferts, one son, Michael L. Lefferts, one grandson, Thomas J. Lefferts, two...

William W. (Bill) Kauffman Jr. 80, of State Line Pa. passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020 at his home. Born in Waynesboro August 8, 1939, He is the son of the late William W. Kauffman Sr. and Emma V. Trite Kauffman. He was employed by Mack Truck, Hagerstown with 30 years of service retiring in 1993. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Donna R. (Glenn) Kauffman, Married June 17,1960. Daughter Angela S. Mole and husband George, Brother David K. Kauffman both of Waynesboro and Numerous...

Betty Rae (Devinny) Sanders, 71, of Blue Ridge Summit, PA passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020 at Quincy Nursing Home due to complications of lung cancer. Born August 19, 1948 in Indiana PA, she was the daughter of the late Raymond C. and Betty L. (Dunmire) Devinny. She married her husband Edmond "Junie" Sanders Jr. on March 9, 1968 and had just celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary. A 1966 Graduate of Smithsburg High School, Betty worked at the Cascade American Legion Post 239 from 1978...

George L. Barr Sr.  84, of Hagerstown MD. passed away Saturday March 21, 2020 at Doey’s House. He was proceeded in death by his wife Jacqueline Elaine (Hollar) Barr October 15, 2019. He is survived by sons, George L. Barr Jr., Gary L. Barr, Kevin L. Barr, and Daughter Cindy Christopher. Six Grandchildren and Nine Great Grandchildren, Sister Patricia Murray. He was employed at Hagerstown Water Department for 30 years and retired in 2000. Private services and burial will be held at...