All Obituaries

John A. Clizbe, who dedicated his life to the service of others, died in Easton, Maryland on May 11, 2022 at the age of 79. Since 1992, when he volunteered to help care for first responders to Hurricane Andrew in southern Florida, John directed his considerable energy and talent to helping those suffering from the impact of disasters. In 1997 American Red Cross President Elizabeth Dole hired John to serve as Vice President for Disaster Services, a position he held until 2002. In that time,...

Marie Agnes Smith, 71, affectionally known as “Ree” was born on February 6,1951 in Easton MD to the late Rufus Smith and Nancy Dawson.  Marie departed this life peacefully on May 10, 2022, at Easton Memorial Hospital with her loving daughter right by her side. Marie received her education at Lockerman High School.  Before her health began to decline, she worked at the Clam House in Ridgely, MD, Smyrna Hospital in Smyrna, DE, with a very close friend Bonita, Allen Foods...

Russell Vernon Pinder, Jr. (53), was born on October 6, 1968 in Cambridge, Maryland.  He transitioned from this life on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at Shore Health University of Maryland Medical Center in Easton, Maryland after a lengthy illness.  He was the fifth oldest child born to the late Russell Pinder, Sr. and Phyllis Pinder. Russell started his early education in the public schools of Cambridge, Maryland and completed his studies at North Dorchester High School in...

Ronald E. Holmes, “Ronnie” as he was affectionately called by his family and friends, was born October 10, 1945 to the late Otis and Maggie Brown Holmes in Ridgely, Maryland.  On May 1, 2022, he answered the call to be with the Lord with his family by his side.  His quiet, gentle spirit will be missed by all. On June 30, 1984, Ronnie was joined in Holy Matrimony to the late Delores Holmes. Together their blended families consisted of 1 daughter, Crystal and 2 sons Evan...

On Thursday April 28, 2022, Doretha Peterson peacefully passed away at her home in Seaford, Delaware surrounded by her love ones and best friend. Doretha was born in Dorchester County to Willie and Helen (Cottom) Peterson on September 16, 1955. Doretha graduated from North Dorchester High School, in the class of 1973. One of Doretha’s passion and hobbies were, cooking and delivering food to family and friends. She was a great cook and people looked forward to receiving one of her...

Carolyn Louise Conway Johnson, the daughter of Amanda Newcomb Conway the late Eugene Conway was born on July 31, 1958 in Hurlock, MD. She departed this life on April 26, 2022 at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, MD. She was 63 years old. Carolyn was affectionately known as “Sister” from birth by her family. She received her education in the Dorchester County public school systems. She had many jobs in her life including Allen Family Foods and her last job was with B&G...

Wilbert Lee Martin Sr. 94, passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 19,2022 surrounded by his loving family at the Marley Neck Rehabilitation Center in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Wilbert was born in Norfolk, Virginia on May 18, 1927 to the late George Martin and Arsteal White. The family moved from Virginia to New Jersey and then on to Maryland. Wilbert worked many jobs over the years. Wilbert joined the Army in the early 50's. He was a Tank Commander while serving in the Army. He...