He'd Just Retired After 20 Years, But Maryland Dad Edwin Pierce Was Never Done Serving
Edwin Pierce had finally reached the part where he was supposed to slow down.
After more than 20 years in the US Army, the Maryland father had only recently retired, closing a career that took him from aviation to public affairs and ultimately the Pentagon.
But Pierce was never much for sitting on the sidelines.
Out of uniform, he poured that same energy into Woodlawn Little League, where he coached, mentored, umpired, worked concessions, handled audio and visual duties, and seemingly stepped in whenever somebody needed a hand.
His sudden death prompted an outpouring of tributes from t…
Jackson Marine Vet Dies At 24: Remembering Zack Paleologos
Zack Paleologos, a 24-year-old Jackson native, died on Thursday, Aug. 20. The cause of death was suicide, his sister, Isabella Paleologos, said on a GoFundMe set up following his passing.
Paleologos, a Marine veteran, died just 10 days prior to his 25th birthday.
"We are devastated beyond words," Isabella wrote. "We are still in shock, trying to comprehend how we could possibly be living in a world without him in it."
Zack was living in California at the time of his death and the fundraiser is meant to bring his body home to New Jersey, so he can be properly laid to rest.
"Zack …
Devoted Dad Who Worked In Walden Dies — Family Now Asking For Help
Friends and family members are mourning the loss of a beloved Hudson Valley father and outdoorsman known for his loyalty, generosity, and willingness to help others.
Angelo Koelpin died this week, according to his family and his employer, Walden-based Mesco Building Supply.
In the days since his death, Koelpin's sister, Theresa Vosburgh, started a GoFundMe on Tuesday, Aug. 18, to help his family cover cremation expenses and provide support for his young daughter, Eliana.
"Those of you who knew Angelo knew he was a hard worker, protective, and a loyal friend,"&n…
Ravens-Loving Dad-To-Be Dies At 28 As Family Prepares To Say Goodbye In Baltimore County
Michael Handlmaier was supposed to be getting ready to become a dad.
Instead, loved ones in Maryland are preparing to say goodbye to the 28-year-old newlywed, who died on Saturday, Aug. 15, following what his mother described as a sudden cardiac arrest.
Handlmaier and his wife, Amanda, had been married for just five months and were preparing to welcome their first child, a baby girl, in November, according to his obituary and a GoFundMe campaign created for the family.
"It is with a broken heart that we share the news that our beloved son, Michael, passed away at the age of 28 following a …
Canterbury School Hockey Coach Dies In Crash, Leaving Wife, 2 Young Sons And Lasting Legacy
A Connecticut boarding school hockey coach who died in a New Hampshire motorcycle crash last week leaves behind a wife, two young children, and a host of former players he helped shape on and off the ice.
Andrey Uryadov of New Milford died after his motorcycle struck a tree on Bear Notch Road in Albany, New Hampshire, on Friday, Aug. 14. He died at the scene, police said. He was 40.
Investigators believe speed played a role in the crash, according to WMUR.
Uryadov had coached boys hockey at Canterbury School in New Milford since 2025, according to a school memorial. He was also a husband a…
Virginia Teen Went To Sleep Days After Turning 19, Never Woke Up
Four days. That was all the time Soren Anderson got to spend as a 19-year-old.
The Virginia teen died on Friday, Aug. 14, just four days after celebrating his 19th birthday on Aug. 10, according to a GoFundMe campaign launched by the mother of his best friend in Chantilly.
Anderson went to sleep and never woke up, organizer Samira Rutherford said.
Now, those who loved him are grappling with a loss that came without warning while rallying around his family to help them say goodbye.
“Soren was a kind, funny, bright, and loving young man,” Rutherford wrote. “He had a way of bringing lig…
6-Year-Old Delaware Twp Girl Killed In Car Crash That Injured 10 Mourned: Remembering Brandi
A 6-year-old girl has died following a New Jersey car crash in which 10 people were injured this week.
Brandi Karcher, of Delaware Township, succumbed to her injuries sustained in the two-vehicle crash on Route 173 on Wednesday, Aug. 12, authorities said.
At 4:34 p.m., on Monday, Aug. 10, a Kia was traveling west on Route 173 in Bethlehem Township when it collided with a Jeep SUV making a right-hand turn, Jeffrey Lebron, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police, said. Aside from Brandi, nine other people were hospitalized in the crash with minor injuries, Lebron said.
A GoFundMe has be…
Wallingford Grandfather Dies After Traumatic Injury; Family Seeks Help As They Grieve
A Connecticut husband, father, and grandfather died after suffering a traumatic injury in July. His family said he managed much of the household’s finances, and they are asking for help with funeral costs and other expenses.
Theodore “Ted” Muszynski, of Wallingford, died Wednesday, Aug. 5, at Yale New Haven Hospital. He was 80, according to his obituary. His family did not disclose the nature of his injury, but said he spent weeks in the hospital before moving to hospice care.
He leaves behind Linda Muszynski, his wife of more than 56 years; daughters Jessica Poach and Caitlin Muszynski; an…
Susannah Keefe, Beloved Arlington Dance Teacher, Remembered After Death At 52
Virginia lost a little of its "Sueshine" this month.
Susannah Gayle Keefe, the beloved Arlington mother, wife, dance teacher, and founder of Go Bananas Dancing, died on Tuesday, Aug. 4, at 52 after being reported missing.
Now, the community she spent years getting on its feet is rallying around the family she loved most.
A GoFundMe campaign launched in Keefe's memory has raised more than $37,000 from more than 270 donors, with contributions earmarked for future educational opportunities for her two sons.
"We are heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Susannah and deeply grateful for the e…
Fire Chief, Deputy, Gospel Singer: Virginia Mourns ‘One In A Million’ Larry Snellings
Larry Snellings spent much of his life answering the call for others.
In the end, the longtime Virginia public servant was home with the woman he loved.
Snellings, a former Stafford County fire chief, deputy sheriff, Fire Marshal's Office K-9 officer and career Firefighter/EMT, died at his Spotsylvania home early on Sunday, Aug. 9, following a long battle with cancer.
He was 68.
His wife, Carol Duke-Snellings, was holding him.
"I lost my best friend yesterday. On my birthday," she wrote the following day in an online tribute.
"Larry died in my arms at 4:15 yesterday morning with me tell…
Danbury Teen Who Died At 15 Remembered For ‘Warmth,’ Leaves ‘Void That Can Never Be Filled’
The family of a Connecticut teenager who died earlier this week says her death has "left a void that can never be filled."
Michelle Remache died Sunday, Aug. 9. She was 15. Her family has not publicly disclosed her cause of death.
Her loved ones created a GoFundMe to help cover her funeral and memorial expenses.
"Michelle was a deeply loved daughter, sister, granddaughter, and friend," organizer Jacqueline Illescas wrote. "She leaves behind her parents, Angela Illescas and Andrés Remache, her 13-year-old little sister, Abby, and her grandparents, who loved her deeply. Her passing has left …
'One Of Our Own': Jerry's Place Mourns Beloved Maryland Soldier Cameron Duron, 22
Cameron "CJ" Duron had a knack for making people smile.
Now, a Maryland family and the community that watched him grow up are mourning a life cut far too short.
Duron, a 22-year-old soldier born in Baltimore with deep ties to Bowie and Southern Maryland, died on Sunday, Aug. 2, according to his obituary.
A cause of death was not disclosed.
Those who knew Duron remember much more than the uniform.
Born Cameron James Duron on March 11, 2004, he was remembered by his family for his kindness, humor, generosity, determination, and ability to connect with just about anyone.
He loved spe…
Virginia Teacher, Cheer Coach Faces 'Future She Never Imagined' After Husband's Death
For years, Emily Murphy has been the one showing up for everyone else.
Now, after the Prince William County middle school teacher and longtime cheer coach suddenly lost her husband, Jordan, on Monday, Aug. 3, the Virginia community she spent years supporting is showing up for her.
More than $13,000 has been raised through a GoFundMe campaign for Emily as friends, athletes, families and neighbors rally around the longtime FAME All Stars coach following the death of the man described as her best friend and the love of her life.
The Murphy family.
GoFundMe
"Emily has spent her lif…
