R. Neal Smith, 83, of Westminster, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Carroll Hospital.  Born July 4, 1939 in Maryland, he was the son of the late Chester Smith and Edna Barksdale and was raised by his grandparents Frank and Melvia Freyman.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Phyllis Smith. Before retiring, Neal was a truck driver most of his life.  He served in the Army and Navy for 10 years.  He loved his family very much and his smile...

In Loving Memory of Ronald Sydney Schinault June 19, 1955 - May 18, 2023 Ronald Sydney Schinault, known to his loved ones as Ronnie, passed away on May 18, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Born on June 19, 1955, in Baltimore, MD, Ronnie's life was filled with passion, dedication, and a remarkable zest for life. Ronnie attended Woodlawn High School, where he graduated with the class of 1973. Following his education, he dedicated himself to...

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the death of Jennifer (Jennie) Elaine Gibbs, of Westminster, Maryland, at the age of 32. Jennie was preceded in death by her brother John. She is survived by her parents, Alison and Richard (also of Westminster), her brothers Andrew, Benjamin, and James, and her nephew Joseph and her niece, Elliot. Always one to make a splash, Jennie chose to enter the world on Thanksgiving Day 1990. This fit her vibrant personality and desire to be around her...

L. Kathleen Walkling, 86, of Westminster, died Saturday, May 13, 2023, at FutureCare Cherrywood of Reisterstown.  Born January 8, 1937 in Smallwood, MD, she was the daughter of the late Edna Freyman Smith and Chester Smith.  She was the beloved wife of the late Ernest “Bud” Walkling.  She retired after working 32 years for Random House.  She was a member at Zion United Methodist Church and enjoyed NASCAR and spending time with her grandchildren. She is...

Gayle E. Dix, 76, of Westminster, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at BridingLife Dove House. Please check back later for obituary and service details. 

Michael Wilson Sayers, 78, of Sykesville, died on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at his home.  Born October 24, 1944, in Morgantown, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Wilson Brown Sayers and Pauline Bell Klingman Sayers. He was the loving companion of 21 years to Elizabeth Ann Garrison. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was proud to be an MP. Mike enjoyed attending and watching on TV, NASCAR, sprint cars and dirt bike racing. He also enjoyed camping trips in their RV. He loved...

William H. Stonesifer, 92, of Westminster, died on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Lorien in Taneytown. Born at home in Frizzellburg, Maryland, on May 26, 1930, to the late Walter and Cleva Taylor Stonesifer. He was the beloved husband of the late Audrey Fogle Stonesifer. Before retiring, he worked for Westminster Bank & Trust. He was a 1947 graduate of Taneytown High School and a U.S. Army Veteran during the Korean Conflict and was stationed in Alaska.  He was a previous member of Grace...

Raymond H. Wagner, Sr., 80, of Westminster, died Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.  Born June 27, 1942 in Gist, MD, he was the son of the late Carie Bankert Wagner and George Wagner.  He was the beloved husband of the late Patricia Ann Wagner who died March 27, 2023 Before retiring he worked as a bus driver for Johnson Bus Services, LLC. He is survived by children Susan Ann Wagner (Dennis) of Westminster; Sandy Lee Leffert of Florida and...

George Albert Nelson, 92, of Westminster, died peacefully on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at Brightview Senior Living, Westminster, MD. Born March 5, 1931, in Gully, Minnesota, he was the son of the late Clarence R. Nelson and Ellen S. Nelson.  He was the beloved husband of the late Shirley L. (Knight) Nelson, his wife of 57 years. Before retiring he worked for C & P Telephone Co. for 38 years. He was a member of St. John (Leister’s) Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Moose Chapter...

Harold Jesse Robertson, 90, of Smallwood, died Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at his home.  Born May 14, 1932 in Littlestown, PA, he was the son of the late Grace (Pickett) Robertson and Edgar J. Robertson.  He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Annette Robertson.   He retired as a Major after serving 20 years in the United States Army.  He earned a bronze star while serving in the Army.  He graduated from the University of Maryland and was a life-long member of...