Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Frederick, Maryland
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Frederick, Maryland area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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John Dehaven Johnson, Sr.
Jul 5, 2026
John Dehaven Johnson Sr., 64, of Frederick passed at his home on Sunday July 5, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his Mother Carol A. Divel, Father Irvin P. Johnson, Sister Laurie A. Johnson and Son Aaron L. Johnson.
He is survived by his sons; John Johnson Jr. and Robert Johnson. Granddaughter; Ariyah Johnson. Sister; Dawn Carns (husband Chuck) Nieces; Sarah...
Dorothy Jean Lenhart
Jul 3, 2026
Ms. Dorothy Jean "Dottie" Lenhart, 90 of Frederick, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026. She was born on May 5, 1936 in Buckeystown, she was the daughter of the late Roger and Edna Lenhart. Dottie is survived by her daughters; Karyl Curtin (Thomas, deceased) and Lori Winn (Brad), grandchildren; Lindsay Scalf (Stephen) and Joshua Winn (Ally), great-grandchildren; Wyatt, Sadie...
John Olmstead Wagner
Jul 2, 2026
John O. (Wag) Wagner passed away on July 2, 2026 after a long battle with kidney disease.
He was the son of Dr. John C. Wagner and Dorothy (Do) Wagner.
John was born 3/16/1950 and grew up in Frederick with his 2 sisters Barbara and Nancy.
He was married to his wife Carol for 49 years.
John opened Wag’s Restaurant in downtown Frederick in...
Robert Franklin Sweeney
Jun 25, 2026
On June 25, 2026, Robert “Bobby" Franklin Sweeney, 70, passed away after a lengthy illness. He was born October 24, 1955, in Frederick, Maryland. He was pre-deceased by his father and mother, Robert and Gladys Sweeney. He was a 1973 graduate of Governor Thomas Johnson High School. He was employed at several different businesses in and around Frederick – Patapsco...
Kelly Ryan Harmon
Jun 23, 2026
Kelly Harmon passed away recently after a long, courageous battle with addiction. She was a daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, niece, and friend who will be remembered for the vibrant, loving, and happy girl she truly was at her core. Kelly loved to dance, possessed a naturally joyful spirit, and loved to show off her talents and personality, lighting up...
Amy S. Masley
Jun 23, 2026
Amy Suzanne Masley, of Frederick, Maryland, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, after an 18 month battle with lung cancer, surrounded by the love of her family. She was 58 years old. Born on September 23, 1967, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Amy was the beloved daughter of the late Stephen and Emma Masley. Raised in a close and caring family,...
Betty Pauline Miller
Jun 22, 2026
Betty Pauline Hann Miller peacefully passed over the bridge to join loved ones on Monday June 22,2026.
Betty was born in 1933 to Erma and Paul Hann in Lewistown, Maryland. For her first 10 years or so she led the life of a farm girl, frequently commenting in later years of what a wonderful childhood she had.
In the 1940s her family...
Doris Eleanor Fields
Jun 20, 2026
Doris Eleanor Fields, of Reisterstown, who passed on Saturday, June 20th, 2026, at the age of 89. Doris was born on August 8th, 1936, in Frederick, Maryland, and resided in Reisterstown, MD, where she touched the lives of many with her warmth and vivacity. Doris dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a Registered Nurse for the Anne...
Thomas Corbett Grunwell
Jun 17, 2026
Thomas “Tommy” Grunwell, 86, passed away peacefully in Frederick on Wednesday, June 17th, a community he proudly called home for more than 58 years. Known to generations of listeners as the “Voice of Frederick,” Tommy spent three decades as the morning radio personality at local radio stations WFMD and WFRE. He became one of the most recognizable and trusted voices...
Mary Josephine Dougherty
Jun 15, 2026
Mary Josephine (Mary Jo) Rowan Dougherty, 89, of Frederick, passed away on Monday, June 15th at the Homewood Living Frederick. She was married to Leon Patrick “Pat” Dougherty for 55 years prior to his passing in 2013. Mary Jo was the daughter of the late Patrick William and Mary Katherine (Keating) Rowan.
After completing high school at Catholic Girls Central in...
Nalini Marino
Jun 12, 2026
Some people leave the world a little kinder than they found it. Dr. Nalini Marino was one of those people.
As a physician, she dedicated her life to caring for others with compassion and integrity. As a wife, friend, daughter, and sister, she filled the lives around her with love, humor, and quiet strength.
Cancer became part of Nalini's story, but it...
Bobby Harris
Jun 12, 2026
Robert Julian “Bobby” Harris, 70, of Frederick, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, June 12, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on May 30, 1956, in Frederick, Bobby was the son of the late Julian and Roberta Harris.
Known to many as “Stinky,” Bobby spent his entire life working as an excavator. He owned...
Sue Ann Wilms
Jun 9, 2026
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Sue Ann Wilms, 86, of Frederick, Maryland, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2026, at Frederick Health Hospital.
Born on January 15, 1940, in Akron, Iowa, Sue Ann was the daughter of Chester and Naomi Mason. She lived a life defined by compassion, service, and an unwavering devotion to family.
Sue Ann dedicated her professional life...
Earl Richard Clevenger
Jun 2, 2026
Mr. Earl Richard "Boo" Clevenger, 75, of Middletown, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Born January 16, 1951 in Frederick, he was the son of the late Richard Clevenger and Myrtle Dixon Bagent. Earl graduated from Frederick High School in 1969 and began working for the Montgomery County Government, where he retired after over 30 years of service. While...
Vivienne Ellen Werner
May 27, 2026
Vivienne Ellen Herbst Werner passed peacefully during the afternoon of 27 May 2026, at the Kline Hospice House. She was surrounded by family and friends. It was a quiet conclusion to a life defined by vibrant energy, a deep connection to youth, hidden devotion, and a lasting legacy.
Born and raised in New Jersey, Vivienne Ellen started life in a house...
Molly McCarthy Crowley
May 27, 2026
Molly McCarthy Crowley, 60, of Frederick, MD, passed away on May 27, 2026 after a two year long battle with cancer. She passed peacefully and was surrounded by those she loved most in the world.
Born on June 2, 1965 in Olney, MD, Molly was the beloved daughter of Patrick & Jeanette McCarthy and the youngest of six siblings. Her childhood...
Sharon Ann Hartsock
May 21, 2026
Sharon Ann Nikirk Hartsock, born March 27, 1946, passed May 21, 2026, at Williamsport Retirement Village. Sharon, the daughter of the late C. Franklin and Eleanor Ruth Nikirk, is survived by her husband Larry, son Shawn M. Hartsock and daughter-in-law Judi Hartsock, brother Martin Nikirk, and sister-in-law Joann Houck. Sharon was a 1964 graduate of Frederick High School and a...
Wilbur Eugene Rice
May 21, 2026
Wilbur Eugene Rice, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, May 21, 2026. Born on July 11, 1940, in Frederick, MD. He spent his early years in Frederick until he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1958 and served his country until 1962. Upon discharge from the Air Force, Wil returned to Frederick and began his career...
Dorothy Ann Voyta
May 17, 2026
Dorothy Ann Voyta passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Des Moines, Iowa, she was the daughter of the late Walter H. and Ruth Beck. She was the beloved wife of John Voyta, with whom she shared 65 wonderful years of marriage filled with love, devotion, and cherished...
Jerome David Podojil
May 9, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Jerome (AKA Jerry) Podojil, on May 9th, 2026.
He devoted his life to family, always providing love, guidance, and support. Jerry enjoyed football, fishing, golfing, and created countless memories with family and friends.
He is survived by children, Jamie Lynn Stone (John Stone), Jerome Thomas Podojil (Adrienne Podojil),...
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