Obituaries
Mary Jane Winstead
Dec 25, 2025
Mary Jane Winstead, 88, beloved wife of the late Raymond E. Winstead, passed away peacefully at the Cornerstone House Hospice in Florida surrounded by loving family. She was born to Mary Dabrowski (Olezcuk) and Adam Dabrowski in Brooklyn Maryland. She devoted her life to caring for her family. She worked for a brief time at BGE where she met her...
Grafton "Grady" Leroy Squires
Dec 24, 2025
Grafton “Grady” Leroy Squires, 92, of Pasadena, Maryland, went to be with his Heavenly Father on December 24, 2025.
Grady was born on August 29, 1933, in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Leonard Squires, Sr. and Ida May Squires (née Jenkins). On October 4, 1959, he married the love of his life, Janice Ellen Horney, and together they built their family...
Elsie W Platner
Dec 23, 2025
Elsie Elva Watkins Platner (October 24, 1925 – December 23, 2025)
Elsie was born in Whiteville, North Carolina, to Oscar Watkins and Winnie Maud Fisher Watkins. She is predeceased by her parents, her husband, James Booth Platner, and her seven siblings: LeGrande Watkins (Marion), Clyde Lamson (Billy), Herman Watkins (Doris Shaw), Eunice Cutchin (Tom), Katie Loy (Mack), Wilmur Watkins (Marilyn Dew),...
Carlos Benjamin Torres
Dec 22, 2025
Carlos Benjamin Torres
06/20/1950 - 12/22/2025
“Today we say goodbye to a father who, although his presence was intermittent over the years, always formed a part of our story. We are grateful for the moments we shared and we remember his essence with affection. His wife, Elaine Loli, his son Carlos and Omar Torres, and his daughter Karen Torres will always hold...
Gerard J. Myers
Dec 22, 2025
Gerard “Jerry” Myers, a beloved father, Pop-Pop, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, in Greensboro, Maryland, at the age of 78. Born on November 29, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, Jerry lived a life rooted in dedication to his family, a strong work ethic, and a deep love of the outdoors.
Jerry was preceded in death by his...
Terry Shelton Whitcomb
Dec 21, 2025
Terry Shelton Whitcomb
Relatives and friends are invited to visit at the family owned and operated MCCULLY POLYNIAK & COLLINS FUNERAL HOME, P.A. 3204 Mountain Road PASADENA on Sunday, January 4, 2026, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. A Memorial service will be held at 12:00 pm.
Richard Thomas Sadler
Dec 21, 2025
Richard Thomas Sadler passed away on December 21, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Francis Sadler; loving father of the late Thomas Taylor; dear grandfather of Samantha Gray and Nicholas Taylor. Also survived by the light of his life his great granddaughter Gracelynn Gray. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Richard was a veteran of the...
Rosemarie U Bauman
Dec 21, 2025
Rosemarie Ursula Bauman of Glen Burnie, MD, passed peacefully on December 21, 2025. She will be remembered for her passion and pride as an advanced practice registered nurse, her lifelong advocacy for those suffering from mental illness and addiction, and for her fierce dedication in the animal welfare community.
Rosemarie (Rose, for those that knew her well) is survived by her...
Simon C. Odoh
Dec 20, 2025
Simon Odoh, aged 80, peacefully passed away on 20th December in Pasadena, Maryland. Today, we celebrate a man whose life was defined by generosity, strength of character, and the unmistakable presence of a true father figure.
To many, Simon was more than a husband, father, or grandfather, he was a pillar. Whether to his immediate family, extended relatives, or anyone who...
Robert William Phillips
Dec 11, 2025
Robert William Phillips, Sr. passed away on December 11, 2025. Beloved husband of Lucille M. Phillips, loving father of Robert William Phillips, Jr., dear grandfather of Ivy and Noah Phillips and great-grandfather of Cameron Moreno and Carter Bowman.
Family and friends are invited to visit the family owned and operated Mccully Polyniak & Collins Funeral Home, P.A. 3204 Mountain Road Pasadena,...
Cipriano B Dauz, Sr.
Dec 8, 2025
Cipriano Banting Dauz Sr., 72, passed away on December 8, 2025.Cipriano was born on September 5, 1953, to David Ordoño Dauz and Consolacion Banting Dauz. He is survived by his wife, Tita Dauz; his children, Michael Dauz Sr., Dr. Cipriano Dauz Jr., Maryanne Dauz-Yuhas, Randy Dauz Sr., Mark Dauz, Ferdinand Dauz, and Cypress Dauz; his 15 grandchildren, Jamie, Norman, Mikaela,...
William Levear Swartz, Jr.
Dec 7, 2025
William Levear Swartz, Jr.
September 9, 1942 — December 7, 2025
William (Bill) Levear Swartz, Jr., age 83, of Pasadena, MD, passed away at home on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Bill was the cherished son of William and Elsie Swartz and the loving brother of Barbara Schmit and the late Joel Swartz.
Bill is survived by his wife Janice of 63 years, devoted...
Robert "Butchie" T. Fortman, Sr.
Dec 6, 2025
Robert T. “Butchie” Fortman was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and proud great-grandfather whose warmth touched every life he encountered. Known for never meeting a stranger, Butchie carried a natural kindness and steady support that made people feel instantly welcomed and valued. His presence was a source of calm, humor, and unwavering positivity.
A hardworking veteran who served in...
Janie Amelia Beitle
Dec 4, 2025
On December 4, 2025, Janie Beitle, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. She was married to the love of her life, Edward Beitle Jr. for 51 wonderful years. Together they built a life filled with devotion, laughter, and unwavering support.
Janie was born on July 14, 1948, and was preceded in death...
James Edward Likens
Dec 3, 2025
Jame Edward Likens, husband of Diana L. Likens, father of Matthew C. Likens, Robert J. Likens and his wife Rhonda and the late Brenda J. Likens, brother of Charles Likens, Henry Likens, Barbara Carlson, grandfather of Connor Raeke, Maurice Beckner IV, great grandfather of Zoebella Beckner and Maurice Beckner V.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit at the family owned...
Marguerite Linda Goladay
Dec 3, 2025
Marguerite Linda Goladay, 77, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, surrounded by her family. Linda was born on April 11, 1948, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Lillian and Daniel Mitchell. She graduated from Glen Burnie High School and worked for many years as an executive secretary for the president of North Arundel Hospital.
In 1972, she married the love of her...
Esther Mae Hoffman
Dec 1, 2025
Esther Mae Hoffman passed away on December 1, 2025, surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Stephen J. Hoffman; devoted mother of Dwight Carell (Janice) and Stephanie Hoffman; dear grandmother of Ted Hoover (Devin) and Haley Carell. She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings and other family members.
Esther was born and raised in Ridgely, Maryland. She worked in...
Maxine L Byczynski
Nov 30, 2025
Maxine L. Byczynski, beloved wife of the late Richard J. Byczynski, devoted mother of Regina Stewart, Dawn Sapanero and the late Orlando Sapanero, loving grandmother of Jamie Fike and her husband Chad, loving great grandmother of Christian Fike, Jayden Fike and Chase Fike, dear sister of Jean Eckels, Carol Shipley, Melva Turner and the late Eleanor Feather and Corrin Abrams,...
Timothy L. Thomas
Nov 29, 2025
Timothy L. Thomas passed away peacefully at his home in Pasadena MD on November 29, 2025, while listening to "Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World" by “Iz.” Born in St. Mary’s, Pennsylvania, on December 13, 1950, Tim was the cherished son of Harry and Ethel Thomas.
Tim dedicated 21 years of his life to serving his country in the U.S. Navy,...
Charles J. Schultz, Jr.
Nov 29, 2025
Charles J. Schultz, Jr. 10 October 1940 - 29 November 2025
Charles “Charlie” Schultz beloved husband of the late Sandra L. (nee: Clark); devoted father of Christopher J. Schultz, Sr. (Margie), Robin L. Schultz and Crystal Schorr (Mike). Dear brother of Marie E. Harvilicz (Charles) of Hampton, Va; brother-in-law of Bonita J. Cox (Fritz). Loving grandfather of Christopher J. Schultz, Jr....
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
