Obituaries
Richard Moore Matthews, Jr.
Oct 15, 2026
Matt Matthews, 67, of Cambridge, Maryland passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at UMSMC at Cambridge.
Born in Cambridge, Maryland on October 6, 1959, he was the son of the late Richard Moore Matthews, Sr. and Doris Mae Melvin Matthews.
Matt attended school in Dorchester County and graduated from Cambridge South Dorchester High School with the class of 1977.
On April 1,...
Russell Calvin Phillips, Sr.
Oct 7, 2026
Russell “Sonny” Calvin Phillips, Sr., affectionately known as Sonny, passed away on October 7, 2026, at University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Cambridge. He was 86.
Born on August 7, 1940, in Hooper’s Island, Maryland, Sonny was a man who will be remembered with love by those who knew him. He was especially known as the “King of the 58...
Alison Steffen Paice
Oct 5, 2026
July 18, 1937 – October 5, 2026
Alison Paice passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026, at Bayleigh Chase in Easton, Maryland, at the age of 89.
Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Isabelle and Karl Steffen, Alison graduated from Glen RidgeHigh School in 1955 and Green Mountain College in 1957. She carried fond memories of childhood, especially going with her...
Edward "Pete" Daniel Hayden, Sr.
Sep 27, 2026
Edward “Pete” Daniel Hayden, Sr. passed away on September 27, 2026, at his home in Crapo, Maryland with his family at his side. He was born on March 24, 1939, in Pasadena, Maryland.
Pete graduated from high school and soon began a period of service that remained an important part of his life. He joined the United States Marine Corps in...
Michael Edward Kral
Sep 16, 2026
Michael E. Kral, 70, of East New Market, Maryland passed away peacefully at his home with his wife by his side.
Born on September 1, 1956 in Cambridge, Maryland, he was the son of the late Edward Kral and Alice Lane Kral.
Mike graduated from North Dorchester High School with the class of 1975.
He made his career in farming and continued until...
Nancy Lee Barrack
Sep 7, 2026
Nancy Lee Barrack, of Cambridge, Maryland, passed away at Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab Center on September 7, 2026, at the age of 94. She was born on October 18, 1931, in Cambridge, Maryland, and lived a long life that remained closely tied to the people she loved most.
Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph “Joe” Beddie Barrack...
William Wilkinson Mowbray
Sep 2, 2026
William Wilkinson Mowbray, 86, of Cambridge, Maryland passed away on September 2, 2026. Bill was born in Cambridge, Maryland on January 5, 1940 and was the son of the late Calvin Wray Mowbray, Sr. and Mary Isabelle Wilkinson Mowbray.
Bill is survived by a brother Calvin Wray Mowbray, Jr. of Westminster, Maryland; two nieces Becky Dalfonso and Donna Neal.
In addition to...
James Howard Slacum
Aug 29, 2026
James Howard Slacum, 70, passed away on August 29, 2026, in Hurlock, MD. Born on March 19, 1956 in Baltimore, MD, James was known for his mischievous nature, embodying the spirit of kindness and compassion for friends and family and those who needed help. He was quick with a smile and a joke and he always made people laugh.
James attended...
Barbara Lee "Bobbie" Danko
Aug 28, 2026
Barbara Lee “Bobbie “Danko, 91, of Salem, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28, 2026, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born February 9, 1935, in Baltimore City, MD, a daughter of the late James Anton and Mary Agnes Lansinger Danko.
Bobbie attended Elementary school at St. Mary Star of the Sea in Ft. Monroe,...
Ruth Virginia Rose
Aug 2, 2026
Ruth Virginia Rose, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at Compass Regional Hospice in Centreville, Maryland, on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Born September 15, 1937, Ruth’s life was a testament to unwavering love, gentle kindness, and enduring strength—qualities she shared generously with all those fortunate enough to know her.
Ruth's roots ran deep, instilled with values and warmth...
Onita A. Lauck
Jul 29, 2026
Onita Ann Lauck, 88, of Cambridge, Maryland passed away peacefully at Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab Center in Cambridge, Maryland, on Wednesday evening, July 29, 2026.
Onita was born on November 19, 1937 in Dorchester County, Maryland to the late Everett Cannon Payne and Velma Hercelia Cohee.
Aside from her parents, Onita was preceded in death by her husband Harry “Bondy’’ Lauck,...
Bruce Allen Bredeson
Jul 24, 2026
Bruce Allen Bredeson, 65, of Cambridge, Maryland passed away on July 24, 2026 at Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab in Cambridge.
A full obituary will be posted later
Services will be private
Goldona L. Insley
Jul 9, 2026
Goldona Louise Insley departed this life on July 9, 2026 after just reaching the milestone of her 94th birthday two weeks before. Goldona, affectionately known as Golda, leaves a vacuum in the lives of those who loved her.
Golda was born to the late Lucille Pauline Newcomb of Golden Hill, Maryland on June 22, 1932. Somewhere around the age of 10,...
Carl Eugene Blevins
Jul 5, 2026
Carl Eugene Blevins, 79, passed away peacefully at his home in Cambridge, Maryland, on July 5, 2026, with his beloved family by his side. Born on September 14, 1946, in Virginia, Carl’s life was marked by devotion, generosity, and a tireless work ethic.
Carl was known for his genuine kindness and his concern for those less fortunate. From early on, he...
Michael Warren Rose
Jul 4, 2026
Michael Warren Rose, 68, of East New Market, Maryland passed away at his home on Saturday, July 4, 2026.
He is survived by his long time companion Mary Kaufmann; his bother Robert "Bobby" Rose and sister Melinda Rose.
There will be no services at this time.
Valjean A. Sutherland
Jun 28, 2026
Valjean A. Sutherland (née Baker), 74, born on September 7, 1951, in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, departed this life on June 28, 2026, at UMSMC @ Easton. Her journey was marked by warmth, steadfast love for her family, and simple joys that shaped a beautiful life.
From her earliest days in Pittsburg, Valjean found joy in the world around her. At 18, she...
William S. Middleton
Jun 26, 2026
William S. “Billy” Middleton, 73, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, at Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab in his beloved hometown of Cambridge, Maryland. Born on January 25, 1953, in Cambridge, Billy’s life was stitched into the very fabric of his community—a tapestry woven with hard work, devotion, and steadfast resilience.
As a boy, Billy grew up under the caring...
Stephanie Lynn Henry
Jun 14, 2026
Stephanie Lynn Henry, a beloved 57-year-old resident of East New Market, Maryland, peacefully passed on June 14, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Stephanie was an extraordinary daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Her radiant smile and unwavering love for life had a positive effect on everyone around her, leaving an undeniable mark on the lives of...
Lois May Cartright
Jun 12, 2026
On June 12, 2026, Lois May (Reedy) Cartright, loving mother, passed away peacefully in Clermont, Florida at the age of 91. Lois was born on October 31, 1934 in Dayton, IA and moved to Humboldt, IA as a child. Lois graduated from Humboldt High School in 1952. On November 4, 1954, she married Harold (Hal) E. Cartright. Lois and Hal...
Patricia Lee "Pat" Aaron
Jun 7, 2026
Patricia Lee "Pat" Aaron, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Cambridge community, peacefully passed away at her home on June 7, 2026. Born in Cambridge, Maryland, on October 22, 1934, Pat’s life was marked by quiet strength, grace, and a deep love for her family and friends.
On December 31, 1950, Pat married the love of her life...

