Obituaries
Robin Doreen Smearman
Oct 22, 2026
Robin Doreen Smearman, 71, of Smearman Road, Friendsville, died Thursday, October 22, 2026 at home with her husband at her side. Born on April 8, 1955 in Keyser, WV, she was the daughter of the late Stanley Emory Martin and Phyllis “Bunnie” (Miller) Martin.
She was preceded in death by her son, David Joshua “DJ” Davis on May 18, 2024.
A graduate...
Shirley Ann Blair
Oct 21, 2026
Shirley Ann Blair, 90, of Allegany Street, Lonaconing, died Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, at home. Born on Sept. 19, 1936, in Lonaconing, she was the daughter of the late William Gustave Schaidt and Mabel (Wilt) Schaidt.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Stuart, in 2007, and a brother, Bill Schaidt, in 1996. She was the last surviving member...
Sandra J. Fletcher
Oct 20, 2026
Sandra J. Fletcher, 85, of East Railroad Street, died Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Mt. City Rehab Center, Frostburg. Born on July 15, 1941, she was the daughter of the late William Jones and Julia (Walters) Jones.
She was preceded in death by three sisters and four brothers.
Sandra was a 1958 graduate of Valley High School and continued her education at...
Kimberly Ann Myers
Oct 10, 2026
Kimberly “Kimmie” Ann Myers, 63, of Frostburg, died Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Ruby Memorial, Morgantown. Born on February 17, 1963 in Painesville, OH, she was the daughter of the late David Gallagher and Mary “Angela” (Wilson) Gallagher.
She was preceded in death by two siblings, Michael “Georgie” Gallagher and Vicki Miller.
Kimmie liked having fun and enjoyed crossword puzzles.
She is survived...
Barbara "Joan" Fazenbaker
Oct 8, 2026
Barbara “Joan” Fazenbaker, 81, of Bluebaugh Road, Lonaconing, went to meet her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 8, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 17, 1945 in Lonaconing, she was the daughter of the late Harry M. Beeman and Anna T. (Likens) Beeman.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Grover Clayton...
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...

