Obituaries

Doris Jean Lancaster

Doris Jean Lancaster

Nov 11, 2024

Doris Jean Lancaster, 99, of Old Dans Rock Road, Midland, died Monday, November 11, 2024 at Egle Nursing and Rehab Center, Lonaconing. Born on June 23, 1925, she was the daughter of the late George Shearer and Jean (Izzett) Shearer.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John “Jack” Lancaster in June of 1978 and her brother, John Shearer.

Jean...

Michael Edward Wilhelm

Michael Edward Wilhelm

Nov 7, 2024

Michael Edward Wilhelm, 69, of Frostburg, died Thursday, November 7, 2024 at UPMC Western Maryland, Cumberland. Born on October 2, 1955, he was the son of Matilda Wilhelm and the late Ray Wilhelm.

Mike was a graduate of Valley High School and a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He worked for Heritage Coal. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and...

Clara Edna Llewellyn

Clara Edna Llewellyn

Oct 7, 2024

A choir of angels led Clara Edna Llewellyn to her heavenly home on October 7, 2024. A devoted Christian she was met by her Lord and Savior Jesus, and her loved ones who passed before her. Waiting for her was the love of her life, husband Samuel Llewellyn, her darling daughter Wanda Payton, dear grandson Jeremy Livesay, and two infant...

Jason Arnold Lease

Jason Arnold Lease

Oct 4, 2024

Jason Arnold Lease, 39, of Barton, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024. Born on September 4, 1985 in Cumberland, he was the son of John Thomas Lease III and Karen Jacobs.

He was preceded in death by his father, John Thomas Lease III and grandparents, John Lease II and Helen Sniencski.

Jason was a 2003 graduate of Westmar High School, Lonaconing....

John Francis Blubaugh

John Francis Blubaugh

Sep 29, 2024

John Francis Blubaugh, 89, died Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Goodwill Retirement Community, Grantsville. He was the son of the late Jacob Blubaugh and Sarah (Fazenbaker) Blubaugh.

He was preceded in death by wife, Carol (Crawford) Blubaugh in 1996 and nine siblings, Irvin Blubaugh, Helen Blubaugh, Sarah Kelley, Nettie Wilson, Agnes Blubaugh, James Blubaugh, Mary Jane McKenzie, Betty Poling and Raymond...

Joseph E. Gilpin

Joseph E. Gilpin

Sep 23, 2024

Joseph E. Gilpin Sr., 80, of Miners Avenue, Frostburg died Monday, September 23, 2024 at UPMC Western Maryland, Cumberland. Born on August 21, 1944 in Cumberland, he was the son of the late Howard E. Gilpin and Georgianna (Phillips) Gilpin.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Gilpin. 

Joe was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. A graduate of...

Harold "Butch" Leatherman Jr.

Harold "Butch" Leatherman Jr.

Sep 21, 2024

Harold “Butch” Leatherman Jr, 77, of Seldom Seen Road, Lonaconing, died Saturday, September 21, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Born on March 28, 1947 in Frostburg, he was the son of the late Harold Leatherman Sr. and Martha (Hott) Leatherman.

He was preceded in death by three sisters, Bonnie, Sandy and Nancy.

Butch was a 1966 graduate of Beall...

Sarah "Sally" Kirkwood

Sarah "Sally" Kirkwood

Aug 30, 2024

Sarah “Sally” Kirkwood, 88, of New Georges Creek Road, Frostburg, died Friday, August 30, 2024 in her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 3, 1936 in Barton, she was the daughter of the late William H. Hyde and Daisy (Cunningham) Hyde.

She was preceded in death by her siblings, Clara Ann Rhodes and William “Bill” Hyde. She was...

Dolores Anna Simpson

Dolores Anna Simpson

Aug 29, 2024

Dolores Ann Simpson, 82, formerly of Lonaconing, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024, 2024 at UPMC Western Maryland, Cumberland. Born on December 7, 1941 in Baltimore, she was the daughter of the late Edward Huth and Ruth (Hall) Huth.

She was preceded by her beloved husband just 11 days prior on August 18, 2024, William Wasson Simpson and a grandson,...

Albert Francis Burke

Albert Francis Burke

Aug 25, 2024

Albert Francis Burke, 80, of Midland, died Sunday, August 25, 2024 after a short illness at Sterling Care, Frostburg. Born on December 1, 1943 in Latrobe, PA, he was the son of the late Paul “Pete” Burke and Harriet E. (Miller) Burke.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elizabeth A. (Hausrath) Burke, they had been married for 49...

William Wasson Simpson IV

William Wasson Simpson IV

Aug 18, 2024

William Wasson Simpson IV, 83, formerly of Lonaconing, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at UPMC Western Maryland, Cumberland. Born on September 22, 1940 in Baltimore, he was the son of the late William Wasson Simpson III and Marie Delores (Gould) Simpson.

He was preceded by a grandson, John Bannon.

William and his wife often attended the Methodist church. He had...

Carol A. Burt

Carol A. Burt

Aug 14, 2024

Carol A. Burt, 89, of Midland passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024 at Peace Healthcare, Frostburg. Born on August 29, 1934 she was the daughter of the late Frank and Freda Wilson of Midland.

Carol was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth R. Burt who died in 2009. She was also preceded in death by her son, Bob who...

Glenn French Miller

Glenn French Miller

Aug 9, 2024

Glenn French Miller, 75, Lonaconing, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 9, at his home with his devoted wife by his side.

Born April 13, 1949, in Frostburg, he was the son of the late Peryl (French) and Aden T. Miller. He was also preceded in death by his brother Aden C. Miller.

Glenn is survived by his wife of 51 years...

Robert "Bob" Andrew Brodie Sr.

Robert "Bob" Andrew Brodie Sr.

Aug 3, 2024

Robert “Bob” Andrew Brodie Sr., 83, of 60 East Main Street, Lonaconing died Saturday, August 3, 2024 at his residence. Born on September 19, 1940, in Lonaconing, he was the son of the late Robert M. Brodie and Erma (Hutcheson) Brodie.

Together with his parents he was also preceded in death by his in-laws, Harry M. and Anna T. Beeman. On...

Ellen Marie Smith

Ellen Marie Smith

Jul 26, 2024

Ellen Marie Smith, 51, of Seldom Seen Road, Lonaconing died Friday, July 26, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. Born on April 23, 1973, she was the daughter of the late Mary (Poland) Steele and Wayne Green.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Shaen and her step-father, Raymond Steele.

Ellen was a graduate of the Valley High...

James "Brennie" Brennan Mills

James "Brennie" Brennan Mills

Jul 26, 2024

James “Brennie” Brennan Mills, 95, previously from Midland, passed away quietly on the morning of July 26, 2024 at his son Leo’s in Mt. Savage. He was the son of the late Joseph Mills and Nellie (McGowan) Mills. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of over 60 years,...

Eva Marie Gibbs

Eva Marie Gibbs

Jul 23, 2024

Eva Marie Gibbs, 56, of Lower Georges Creek Road, Lonaconing died Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at her home. Born on November 29, 1967, she was the daughter of Genevieve (Dye) Thomas and the late Charles “Bunchy” Thomas Sr.

Together with her father she was also preceded in death by two brothers Charles and Aaron Scott Thomas.

Eva was a 1985 graduate of...

Patricia "Trish" Seib Martin

Patricia "Trish" Seib Martin

Jul 22, 2024

Patricia “Trish” Seib Martin, 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 22, 2024 at Sterling Care, Frostburg. She was born in Ocean Hill, MD to the late Isabell (Rae) Seib and John J. Seib Sr.

Together with her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Martin, five sisters, Mary Brant, Agnes Dawson,...

Harry "Ronnie" Ronald Shaw

Harry "Ronnie" Ronald Shaw

Jul 14, 2024

Harry “Ronnie” Ronald Shaw, 87, of Sunlight Drive Lonaconing, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 14th 2024 at his home. Born on January 27th 1937, he was the son of the late Harry Shaw and Marie (O’Halloran) Shaw.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Martha Shaw and sister, Mary “Norma” Nelson. 

Ronnie was a...

Joyce Lynn Williams

Joyce Lynn Williams

Jul 12, 2024

Joyce Lynn Williams, 68, recently of Morgantown, WV, was called home by her Lord and Savior on July 12, 2024. Born on June 21, 1956 in Cumberland, MD, she was the daughter of the late Harold William Moyer and Ida Mae (McIntyre) Moyer.

Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, Harold Richard Moyer.

Joyce was a...

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