Robert Romadka passed away at the age of 96. He was known for his contributions and volunteer efforts to organizations all over Eastern Baltimore County. Romadka became the first inductee in the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber Hall of Fame in 2010. According to the Chamber, he started his law practice in 1953. He was known for … Read more
–photo courtesy of Middle River Softball-Middle River Revolution Facebook page- Middle River Softball announced that coach Gary Yeager died on Friday. “Middle River Softball is deeply saddened to share that our longtime coach and friend, Gary Yeager, passed away yesterday evening after a courageous battle with cancer. Coach Gary meant so much to our softball … Read more
The Baltimore County Police Department announced the passing of 49-year-old Detective Paul Hoke of the Homicide/Missing Persons Unit. Hoke passed away on Friday at an area hospital, surrounded by family and friends. According to police, Hoke experienced a medical emergency while on duty on Thursday night. Hoke joined Baltimore County Police Department in December 1995 … Read more
–photo courtesy of Connelly Funeral Home of Essex- Retired Dundalk police officer and baseball coach Shawn “Spike” McElfish has passed away at the age of 54. The Baltimore County Fraternity Order of Police released a statement. “We mourn the passing of Shawn “Spike” McElfish, who retired in 2024 after 31 years of dedicated service. Spike … Read more
–photo courtesy of Ruck Funeral Homes- Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church in Dundalk announced the passing of Fr. Greg Rapisarda at 78. He retired from the Dundalk church a few years ago and went on to serve a Chaplain at Johns Hopkins Bayview. Rapisarda took an unique journey to becoming a priest. He was … Read more
Pappas Restaurant announced that owner Mark Pappas has passed away. He was 93. Here is the full statement from Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar Cockeysville “It is with tremendous sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved patriarch and Pappas founder, Mr. Mark Pappas. In his final hours, Mr. Mark, at the age of … Read more
–photo courtesy of Connelly Funeral Home of Essex- Frederick William Conrad Jr., passed away on Aug. 7 He was well known in the Bowleys Quarters community as owner of Conrad’s Ruth Villa and Parkside Marina. He was also an active member in the Bowleys Quarters Improvement Association. He was 96. Here is the full obituary … Read more
–photo courtesy of Wise Avenue VFC- Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company announced its former fire chief has passed away. “The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company is deeply saddened to announce the passing of former Chief Gerald “Mac” McLyman. Chief McLyman, at the time of his passing, was the longest-serving active member of our organization, having … Read more
Connelly Funeral Home of Dundalk announced its longtime owner Anthony Colt Connelly passed away on Monday. Here is the obituary from the funeral home. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony Colt Connelly, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and cherished friend, who left this world on March 31, 2025, in … Read more
The Baltimore County Fire Department announced Fire Lieutenant Raymond Vargas Jr., of Perry Hall Fire Station 55 has died. Here is the official statement: It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of Baltimore County Fire Department Fire Lieutenant Raymond Vargas Jr., who died in the line of duty on March 27, 2025, … Read more
-photo courtesy of Harvest Christian Ministries- WBAL-TV reports that their former education reporter Dr. Tim Tooten has passed away. Tooten has served as a reporter for WBAL from 1988 until his retirement in 2023. While he was known as a TV reporter, Tooten also had ties to the eastern Baltimore County area as a resident … Read more
Weber’s Farm in Parkville announced one of its co-owners passed away. Jo-Ann Weber died last week. Here is the obituary from Weber’s Farm It is with profound sadness that we share that on October 17, 2024, Jo-Ann Weber (nee Mullican) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. Jo-Ann was born on July 26, 1947 in … Read more
Dundalk community advocate and local historian Patricia Paul passed away Saturday, Aug. 24 at the age of 70. She was a descendent of the Stansbury family. According to Connelly Funeral Home of Dundalk, Patricia graduated from Patapsco High School in 1972 and from the University of Maryland Baltimore County in 1977 with a BA in … Read more
–photo courtesy of Rosedale VFC- Longtime Rosedale Volunteer Fire Company Member Scott Dorer has passed away. Rosedale VFC released a statement on Monday afternoon. “It is with great sadness that the Rosedale Volunteer Fire Company announces the passing of Life Member and Project Director Scott Dorer. “Scott Dorer served the Rosedale Community for over 30 … Read more
It was announced that long-time Perry Hall Soccer Coach Terry Nolan has died at the age of 71. He was known in the community for his volunteer service with Perry Hall/ White Marsh recreational soccer league and the Baltimore Union Soccer. A statement was released about his passing on the Baltimore Union Facebook page. It … Read more
-photo courtesy of Facebook- Sad news out of Dundalk as Baltimore County Public Schools announced Dundalk Middle School principal Natalie Adams has passed away. She was 55. In a letter to Dundalk Middle School families. it was revealed that Ms. Adams was hospitalized for a week after a medical emergency. She started in the BCPS … Read more
Former state Senator Norman Stone passed away at the age of 87. Stone represented the Edgemere area for 52 years in the Maryland General Assembly and 48 years as a member of the Maryland State Senate. He was added to the Dundalk region and later the Essex area. Former Gov. Larry Hogan released a statement … Read more
-photo courtesy of Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River, Inc.- Middle River has lost a key member of its community as the Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River, Inc. has reported Ronnie “Daddy Kool” Alder, Sr. has passed away. According to his obituary from Connelly Funeral Home of Essex, “Daddy Kool” was 80 … Read more