Obituaries
Robert James Spence, M.D., FACS
Aug 9, 2024
Robert J. Spence, a pioneer physician and professor in the use of plastic surgery in the reconstruction of burn victims, passed away August 9th at his home in Cambridge, Maryland. Dr. Spence bravely battled mesothelioma. He was 77.
Dr. Spence began his medical career in Baltimore when he left upstate New York and enrolled at the Johns Hopkins University. Inspired by...
Jacqueline M. Long
Aug 2, 2024
Jacqueline “Jackie” M. Long, 83, of Hoopers Island formerly of Greensboro passed away Friday morning, August 2, 2024 at the home of her daughter and son-in–law which became her home a few months ago.
She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on February 1, 1941 to the late George Albert Paulman, Sr. and Alice Unitas Paulman.
Jackie was a devoted catholic and attended...
John "JD" Douglas Sapulos, Jr.
Jul 21, 2024
John “JD” Douglas Sapulos, Jr., 42, of Cambridge, Maryland passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024 in Vienna, Maryland.
Born in Cambridge on February 2, 1982, he is the son of Dianne Ellerbusch and the late John Douglas Sapulos, Sr.
JD was a hard worker and loved his place of employment at LWRC repairing guns. He enjoyed drone photography, shooting gun, playing guitar...
Ryan Earl Custer
Jul 21, 2024
On July 21, 2024, Ryan Earl Custer, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away at the age of 81. Ryan was born on December 14, 1942 in Johnstown, PA to John and Freda (Shaffer) Custer. He was a graduate of what was then Forbes High School and was said to be the only graduate of Pretoria Technical School where he...
Charles Craig Bristor
Jul 18, 2024
Charles "Craig" Bristor, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the age of 77, after a long and courageous struggle with dementia. A lifelong resident of Maryland, he spent most of his years in Lutherville, had a fulfilling career in Baltimore, and enjoyed recent retirement years on the Eastern Shore in Cambridge.
Born...
Jerry Dale Stines
Jul 13, 2024
Jerry Dale Stines, a man who cherished horses, fishing, and the simple joys of life, passed away on Saturday, July 13th. He leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter that will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Born to Juanita and Clarence Stines, Jerry was a loving father survived by his four children: Jerry Stines, Jessy Stines, Joe...
Cecilia Mary Adams
Jul 2, 2024
Cecilia M. Adams, 90, of Fishing Creek, Maryland passed away on Tuesday morning, July 2, 2024 at Autumn Lake at Chesapeake Woods in Cambridge.
Born in Bridgeville, Delaware on May 8, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Frank Tobat and Mary Madorkey Tobat.
In 1950, Cecilia married Robert “Bobby” Edgar Willey and together they had 4 children. They started their...
Brenda Diane Wise
Jun 26, 2024
B. Diane Wise, 71, of Cambridge, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, in Easton, MD. Born on March 18, 1953, in Alexandria, VA, Diane lived a life marked by an enormous heart, wonderful sense of humor and devotion to her family.
Diane grew up in Alexandria and Herndon, VA where she made lifelong friends and put on “plays” for the...
Barbara Jean Travers
Jun 20, 2024
Barbara Jean Travers, 71, of Fishing Creek, Maryland passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, June 20, 2024 at her home with her family at her side.
Born on December 10, 1952 in Delaware, she was the daughter of the late Grover Corkran and Norma Donovan Corkran.
Barbara married Richard W. Travers on September 10, 1970 and they made their home in Fishing...
Bonnie Faye Harrison
May 21, 2024
Bonnie Faye Harrison was born in Virginia on September 23, 1947. She loved to travel and spend time with family. Bonnie was staying with her daughter Kim in Galestown, MD, when she embarked on her final journey on Friday, May 19. As a final gift, she was able to give her organs and finally passed away on Tuesday, May 21,...
Terence "Terry" Edward Dougherty
May 17, 2024
Terence “Terry” E. Dougherty, 87, of Cambridge, Maryland passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024 at UMSMC @ Easton.
Terry was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 6, 1936 and was the son of the late Charles Dougherty and Caroline Vance Dougherty.
He attended school in Philadelphia and graduated from Bartram High School with the class of 1954. Terry then went on...
Flora "Diane" Willey
May 1, 2024
Flora “Diane” Willey, 75, of Linkwood, Maryland passed away on Wednesday morning, May 1, 2024 at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury.
She was born July 28, 1948 on Hoopers Island to the late Ruth Todd Miller and Robert Miller.
Diane attended South Dorchester High School where she played field hockey and graduated with the class of 1966.
On November 9, 1979 she married Levin Insley...
Charlotte Ruth Hearne
Apr 30, 2024
Charlotte Ruth (Payne) Hearne, 83, of Seaford, Delaware passed away peacefully at Tidal Health Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware on Tuesday April 30, 2024.
Charlotte was born on November 15, 1940 in Caroline county to the late Everett Cannon Payne and Velma Hercelia Cohee. She attended North Dorchester High School and spent her early years in Dorchester County. In later years she...
Deborah Frances Fishpaw
Apr 26, 2024
Deborah F. “Debbie” Fishpaw, 57, of Cambridge, Maryland passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024 at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore.
Born on November 22, 1966 in Cambridge, Maryland, she was the daughter of Shirley Hughes Wickwire and the late David Lee Wickwire, Sr.
Debbie attended school in Dorchester County and graduated from Cambridge South Dorchester High School with the class of...
Richard Reginald Willis
Apr 24, 2024
Richard R. Willis, 73, of Linkwood, Maryland passed away on Wednesday evening, April 24, 2024 at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury.
Born in Maryland on March 11, 1951 he was the son of the late Doris Dulin and Richard B. Willis.
Richard was a carpenter by trade. He was an avid fisherman, crabber and hunter. He loved to hunt mostly...
William Lawrence Garlitz
Apr 19, 2024
William L.”Sarge” Garlitz, 81, of Cambridge passed away on April 19, 2024 at UMSMC@Easton after a brief illness. Born July 1, 1942 in Lonaconing, Maryland, Sarge was a son of the late Audrel Ella Hanekamp and Wilmoth Francis Garlitz. He attended Valley High School and graduated with the Class of 1960. He attended Frostburg State College for one year before...
Kenneth Fisher
Apr 12, 2024
Kenneth D. Fisher of Bridgeville, Delaware passed away peacefully, Friday morning, April 12, 2024 at his home with his good friends Robert and Jordan Brown by his bedside who cared for him and made his wish of ending his days at home possible.
Mr. Fisher was born in Uxbridge, England to the late George Fisher and Ellen Jane Chandler Fisher.
He attended...
Jeremy Scott Jones
Apr 7, 2024
Jeremy Scott Jones, 43, of Queen Anne, passed away at home suddenly and peacefully on April 7, 2024.
Jeremy was born on January 30, 1981 to Sandra Bradley Pushkar and Winfield “Rocky” Jones in Annapolis.
From a young age, Jeremy was very passionate about music. He was an avid guitar player. He found joy in singing, writing and performing music. Jeremy frequently...
Lula Meade Travis
Mar 28, 2024
Lula M. Travis, 93, of Cambridge, Maryland passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Mallard Bay Care Center in Cambridge.
She was born April 20, 1930 on Hoopers Island to the late Lee Lehman Travers, Sr. and Sally Mae Lewis Travers.
In June 1946, Lula married her sweetheart Samuel Buck Travis and together raised 7 children. She worked on the water with her...
Gary O. Ainsworth
Mar 27, 2024
Gary O. Ainsworth, 72, of Preston, Maryland passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at the home of his niece.
Born on September 19, 1951 in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of Harry Ainsworth and Doris Carr Ainsworth. Gary graduated from Easton High School with the Class of 1969 where he enjoyed playing baseball and football. After high school...
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