Obituaries for the North East, Elkton & Rising Sun, MD Area

Obituaries act as quiet reminders of the finite nature of our lives. Yet, for those who have recently experienced the death of a family member or friend, an obituary means so much more. It is a bittersweet reminder of all we've lost, but it can also help us to remember all we enjoyed while they were alive. If you have recently lost someone you love, we hope that you will accept our condolences.

Below is a listing of all of our recent local obituaries & death notices for the North East, Elkton & Rising Sun, MD area. Both our current services and past services are available for friends and family to revisit and reflect on the memories of your loved one. Each of the local obituaries comes with an interactive online memorial. Within each memorial is the obituary/death notice of the deceased, a space to leave messages of condolence, a section to share photos and videos, a store to purchase funeral flowers and so much more.

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Loretta Karmes-Carroll Rising Sun

Loretta Louise Karmes-Carroll, age 69, died peacefully on March 4, 2023 after a brief illness at Union Hospital in Elkton, MD. In her last years, health issues tried, but failed, to limit Loretta’s marvelous humor, sharp wit, and kind nature. Some of Loretta’s final words, shared with a smile, were to thank those who cared for and loved her. Born November 27, 1953 in Hastings, Michigan to Richard and Margaret Karmes, Loretta would forever be the shortest Karmes child, but...

Loretta Louise Karmes-Carroll, age 69, died peacefully on March 4, 2023 after a brief illness at Union Hospital in Elkton, MD. In her last years, health issues tried, but failed, to limit...

Cindy Weaver North East

***Updated with Graveside Service Time*** It is with profound sadness the family of Cindy Lou Weaver (Ford) announces her passing at the age of 66. Born on January 27, 1957, Cindy passed away with family by her side on March 15, 2023. Cindy loved her family fiercely, especially her grandson, Kyle Lipka. She is survived by her husband, Ernest Weaver, brother, Alfred Ford and sister, Lenny Duvall. Cindy will be lovingly remembered by many aunts, uncles,...

***Updated with Graveside Service Time*** It is with profound sadness the family of Cindy Lou Weaver (Ford) announces her passing at the age of 66. Born on January 27, 1957, Cindy...

Florence Parrett Elkton

Florence Lofthouse Parrett, 96 of Elkton, MD, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023 at home. Born in Harford County, MD, on June 10, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Henry and Ettamonia (Matthews) Lofthouse. Florence was the wife of the late, Harry Losten Parrett who passed on December 3, 2008. Florence retired from working on the assembly line at RMR Corporation, Elkton, MD. She is survived by her children: David Hamm (Alice) of Port Deposit, MD, Harry...

Florence Lofthouse Parrett, 96 of Elkton, MD, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023 at home. Born in Harford County, MD, on June 10, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Henry and...

Beverly Russell North East

Beverly Ann Russell, 86 of North East, MD, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023. Born in Gardner, MA, on February 17, 1937, she was the daughter of the late W. W. and Aili (Fisk) Oikemus. She was the wife of the late James M. Russell who passed September 13, 2016. Prior to her retirement, Beverly works as a Procurement Agent at Aberdeen Proving Ground. She was a member of Union United Methodist Church, Elkton, MD. An avid reader, Beverly loved animals, enjoyed feeding the birds...

Beverly Ann Russell, 86 of North East, MD, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023. Born in Gardner, MA, on February 17, 1937, she was the daughter of the late W. W. and Aili (Fisk) Oikemus. She...

Connie Demond Elkton

Connie S. Demond, 70 of Elkton, MD, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. She was born in Marion, VA, on July 24, 1952. Prior to her retirement, Connie worked at Delaware Park. Survivors include her grandchildren: Cloey Demond, Antonio "AJ" Demond, Elyssa Reynolds, Mark Reynolds Jr.; her mother: Kathleen (Campbell) Kirk of Marion, VA; and 2 sisters: Deborah Jadwine of Rising Sun, MD and Kimberly Hall of Marion, VA. She was...

Connie S. Demond, 70 of Elkton, MD, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. She was born in Marion, VA, on July 24, 1952. Prior to her retirement, Connie worked...

Melvin Belcher Perryville

Melvin Kyle Belcher, 65 of Perryville, MD, passed away Sunday, March 19, 2023. Born in Havre de Grace, MD, on October 1, 1957, he was the son of the late Thomas and Mabel (Hess) Belcher. He was a truck driver, employed by Schuster Concrete. He enjoyed playing bingo, watching football, especially the Ravens and playing cards. Survivors include his children: Shannon M. Nicholas of North East, MD, Jessica N. Wilson of Elkton, MD, Zachary E. Cerroni of Perryville, MD; two sisters: Valerie...

Melvin Kyle Belcher, 65 of Perryville, MD, passed away Sunday, March 19, 2023. Born in Havre de Grace, MD, on October 1, 1957, he was the son of the late Thomas and Mabel (Hess) Belcher. He was...

Gregory Shiel Charlestown

Gregory L. Shiel, 70 of Charlestown, MD, passed away at home Saturday, March 18, 2023. Born July 15, 1952, he was the son of the late James and Phyllis (Lee) Shiel. He was the husband of the late, Teresa Inez (Meadows) Shiel who passed in 1980. Gregory retired from the Cecil County Roads Department. He was passionate about cars, especially Chevelle’s. Enjoyed attending Cruising for a Cure car show and dogs. Gregory is survived by his son: Gary L....

Gregory L. Shiel, 70 of Charlestown, MD, passed away at home Saturday, March 18, 2023. Born July 15, 1952, he was the son of the late James and Phyllis (Lee) Shiel. He was the husband of...

Teresa Goodwin Elkton

Teresa Ann Goodwin, 62 of Elkton, MD, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 at Christiana Care, Union Hospital, Elkton, MD. Born in Havre De Grace, MD, on March 24, 1960, she was the daughter of Alice V. (Baugher) and the late Jack Franklin Douglas, Sr. Teresa enjoyed working on puzzles, painting and gardening. She is survived by her daughter: Heather Douglas of Elkton, MD and two sons: James Goodwin of Baltimore, MD and Sean Todd of Elkton, MD; mother: Alice V....

Teresa Ann Goodwin, 62 of Elkton, MD, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023 at Christiana Care, Union Hospital, Elkton, MD. Born in Havre De Grace, MD, on March 24, 1960, she was the...

Anna Ford North East

Anna Renee Ford, 21 of North East, MD, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023. Born on March 10, 2001 in Elkton, MD, she was the daughter of the late Burns Ford and Jessica Tohanczyn. Anna is survived by her companion: Destiny Robinson of North East, MD; grandfather: David Tohanczyn of Kirkwood, PA; grandmother: Jean Ross of Elkton, MD; and siblings: Michael Ford and Madison Ford both of North East, MD. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 2:00...

Anna Renee Ford, 21 of North East, MD, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023. Born on March 10, 2001 in Elkton, MD, she was the daughter of the late Burns Ford and Jessica...

James Simmers North East

James William Simmers, 70 of North East, MD, passed away Monday, February 20, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, PA, on August 14, 1952, he was the son of the late W. Frank and Emily Grace (Armour) Simmers. He served in the US Navy Reserves. James Worked for GFJ in mail delivery. He enjoyed fishing and gardening. He also enjoyed watching cooking shows and cooking for his family and friends. Survivors include...

James William Simmers, 70 of North East, MD, passed away Monday, February 20, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, PA, on August 14, 1952, he was the son of...