Obituaries
Ray Robertson
Sep 9, 2026
Ray Robertson, 87, of Railroad Street, Midland, died Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Frostburg Nursing and Rehab. Born on June 8, 1939 in Frostburg, he was the son of the late Dee Robertson and Dolora (McKenzie) Robertson, and the grandson of the late Rhoda McKenzie.
He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, and a sister, Maryland Beeman.
Ray was a...
James "Shaq" E. Brodie
Aug 28, 2026
James E. “Shaq” Brodie, 53, of Lonaconing, MD, died Friday, August 28, 2026, at his residence. Born on May 28, 1973, in Cumberland, MD, he was the son of the late Robert Andrew Brodie Sr. and Karina Katherine (Beeman) Brodie.
He was also preceded in death by his oldest brother, Robert Andrew Brodie Jr.
Jim was a 1991 graduate of Westmar High...
Clarence "CB" Broadwater
Aug 24, 2026
Clarence “CB” Broadwater, 90, of Bucks Hill Road, Lonaconing, died on Monday, August 24, 2026 at his home. Born on August 24, 1936 in Garrett County, he was the son of the late Harry Thomas Broadwater and Blanche Genevieve (Beeman) Broadwater.
He was preceded in death by his dearly loved wife, Bonnie Sue Broadwater on July 1, 2020, a brother, Wilbert...
Jennifer Rebecca Shockey
Aug 18, 2026
Jennifer Rebecca Shockey, 52, of Robin Street, Lonaconing, died Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at her residence. Born on January 29, 1974 in Cumberland, she was the daughter of James Shockey and Brenda (Williamson) Shockey.
Jennifer worked as an LPN and was employed by Frostburg Rehab. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
Together with her parents she is also survived by three...
Dennis Youngblood
Aug 6, 2026
Dennis Youngblood, 76, of Bloomington, died Thursday, August 6, 2026 at Ruby Memorial, Morgantown. Born on July 11, 1950, he was the son of the late Harry and Anastasia (McGann) Youngblood.
He was preceded in the death by his parents, his in-laws, Galen and Edna Beeman, a daughter, Leah Youngblood, a sister, Maryetta Fradiska, brothers-in-law, Ellis Raynor and Dennis Llewellyn, and...
Karen Fazenbaker
Jul 24, 2026
Karen Fazenbaker, 75, of New Georges Creek Road, Frostburg, went to be with the Lord on July 24, 2026 at Egle Nursing and Rehab Center. Born on December 21, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Charles Bowman and Mary (Shuttleworth) Bowman.
Karen was a graduate of Northern Garrett Highschool and she furthered her education at The Art Institute of...
Frank M. Sgaggero Sr.
Jul 19, 2026
Frank M. Sgaggero Sr., 80, of Detmold Street, Lonaconing, died Sunday, July 19, 2026 at UPMC Western Maryland, Cumberland.
Born on August 26, 1945 in Piedmont, WV, he was the son of the late Vitto Sgaggero and Phylis (Cannon) Sgaggero.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, June Lee Sgaggero, a son, Frank Sgaggero Jr. and a sister, Lena Beeman.
Frank...
Eloise Marie Broadwater
Jul 8, 2026
Eloise Marie Broadwater, 88, of Bethel Drive, Lonaconing, died Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at Frostburg Nursing and Rehab. Born on January 5, 1938 in Loar Town, she was the daughter of the late Lawson S. Duckworth and Beatrice Ada (Ross) Duckworth. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wilbert...
Tammy Jean Shockey
Jul 5, 2026
Tammy Jean Shockey, 65, of Church Street, Lonaconing, died Sunday, July 5, 2026 at Egle Nursing and Rehab Center. Born on October 1, 1960, she was the daughter of Charles “Pooch” and Betty (Spiker) Moses.
She was preceded in death by a son, Robert Shockey, a granddaughter, Emma Jo Shockey, and a brother, Donnie Moses.
Tammy was a graduate of Valley High...
Denzil Floyd Halbritter Sr.
Jun 30, 2026
Denzil Floyd Halbritter Sr., 76, of Main Street, Lonaconing, died June 30, 2026 at his residence. Born on August 3, 1949 in Grafton, WV, he was the son of the late Oakie Wallace Halbritter and Mary Virginia (Brown) Halbritter.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Allen Halbritter, and his beloved canine companion, Sally.
Denzil was a 1967 graduate of Bruce...
Dolores Kae Morgan
Jun 27, 2026
Dolores Kae Morgan, 78, of Upper Georges Creek Road, Frostburg, died Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Egle Nursing and Rehab Center, Lonaconing. Born on June 13, 1948 in Frostburg, she was the daughter of the late Glenn Ritchie and Dolores (Monahan) Ritchie.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Morgan, her twin, Glenna Klipstein, brother, James “Clem” Patrick...
John Joseph Porter
Jun 15, 2026
John Joseph Porter, 84, of Barton, Maryland, passed away on June 15, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 19, 1941, in Keyser, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Marvin H. Porter and Bonnie W. Porter (Watson). In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Norma Jean...
Lawrence Ternent Sr
May 13, 2026
Lawrence “Lolly” Ternent Sr., 94, a resident of Moran Manor, died Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Born on April 30, 1932 in Lonaconing, he was the son of the late James and Racheal (Darnley) Ternent.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley Ternent and seven siblings, Pearl, Florence, Edith, Virginia, George, Cecil and William. He was the last surviving...
Carol Jean McKenzie
May 2, 2026
Carol Jean McKenzie, 75, of Charlestown Road, Lonaconing, died Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Egle Nursing and Rehab Center, Lonaconing. Born on December 25, 1950 in Lonaconing, she was the daughter of the late John Buskirk and Birdie (Snyder) Buskirk.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Josephine Booth and Dorothy Loar, and a brother, Charlie Buskirk.
Carol was a 1969...
Lois R. Hadley
Apr 28, 2026
Lois R. Hadley, 96, of Lonaconing, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Egle Nursing and Rehab Center in Lonaconing. Born November 2, 1929, in Lonaconing, she was the daughter of the late Peter Marshall and Mary Jane (Eilbeck) Marshall.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Jake” Hadley; her son, Marshall Hadley; and her companion, Bob Green.
Lois...
Wade Albert Shackelford
Apr 27, 2026
Wade Albert Shackelford, 74, of Savage River Road, Swanton, died Monday, April 27, 2026 at his residence. Born on February 16, 1952 in Prince George’s County, he was the son of the late Lacey Shackelford and Hazel Shackelford.
He was preceded in death by a step-daughter, Kelly Fairgrieve, and father-in-law, Phillip Whiteman. He was the last surviving member of his immediate...
Christopher Lee Matthews
Apr 27, 2026
Christopher Lee Matthews, 46, of Frederick Street, Cumberland, died Monday, April 27, 2026 at UPMC Western Maryland, Cumberland. Born on July 28, 1979 in Cumberland, he was the son of the late Raymond Matthews and Judith (Hyde) Matthews.
Chris was a fan of Stranger Things, Harry Potter, and he enjoyed collecting Pokémon cards. He was a devoted follower of the pagan...
Frances Mae Broadwater
Apr 25, 2026
Frances Mae Broadwater,78, a resident of Moran Manor, died Saturday, April 25, 2026. Born on August 8, 1947 in Keyser, WV, she was the daughter of the late Homer Hampton Broadwater and Betty (Guinn) Broadwater.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Paul L. Broadwater in 1989.
Frances was a homemaker and she enjoyed visiting the Senior Citizens Center and...
Charles Craig Marsh
Apr 13, 2026
Charles Craig Marsh, 73, of Church Street, Lonaconing, died Monday, April 13, 2026 at his residence. Born on October 15, 1952 in Lonaconing, he was the son of the late Elmer Abbott Marsh and Leah Jo (Dudley) Marsh.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Merillee Marsh and a daughter, Misty Autumn Marsh.
Craig was a member of the First Presbyterian...
Sharon Ann Dayton
Apr 13, 2026
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Sharon Ann Dayton, who passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2026, at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, with her loving family by her side.
She was born on October 21, 1949, to the late Louis J. Nolan and George A. Nolan.
She was a proud graduate of Beall High School and went on to...

