Berlin, Ocean Pines News Worcester County Bayside Gazette
Sarah Jane Truitt Whaleyville Sarah Jane “Janie” Truitt, age 59, of Wilmington, Del., passed away on May 1, 2026. Born on September 26, 1966, in Whaleyville, Maryland, she was the beloved daughter of Herman “Bunk” and Shirley Truitt and the beloved sister of Thomas and Jennie Truitt. Janie graduated from Indian River High School and… Read more »
Elizabeth Jacobs Watson Berlin Elizabeth Jacobs Watson, affectionately known as Betty, passed away peacefully at her home on May 7, 2026, surrounded by the love and care of her devoted husband, Roy. Born on November 22, 1938, at the family farm in Worcester County. Betty’s life was a tapestry of love, kindness, and abundant joy… Read more »
William B. Todd Sr. Berlin William B. Todd Sr., age 88, passed away on April 25, 2026, in Salisbury, Maryland. Born in Washington, D.C. on January 31, 1938, he was the son of the late Claude Milton Todd and Gladys Mae (Maples) Todd. Bill was the co-owner with his wife Sarah of Ocean City Service… Read more »
Ellen F. Lurz Berlin Ellen F. Lurz (Cramer) passed away peacefully at home early Friday morning April 24, 2026 surrounded by her family. Ellen was born in Baltimore, Jan. 14, 1952 to Russell Cramer and Sarah Marian Lindell. She is survived by her loving husband Raymond Lurz, son Paul Lurz, daughter-in-Law Michelle Lurz, granddaughters Darian… Read more »
William T. Dorman, Jr. Berlin William Thomas (Tom) Dorman Jr, age 89, passed away April 20, 2026, in Berlin. Born Sept. 15, 1936, he was the son of the late William T. Dorman Sr. and Elva Mae (Owens) Dorman of Quantico. As a child, Tom hunted and fished with his father and grandfather, learning to… Read more »
Shirley Ammann Eppard Berlin Shirley Ammann Eppard died peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at The Macky & Pam Stansell House Coastal Hospice in Ocean Pines. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend, sorority sister, neighbor, and artist. Shirley was born on May 10, 1934, in Camp Springs, Maryland, to Robert Warren and Brittania… Read more »
Daniel Edward Barnhart Berlin It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel Edward Barnhart 66, of Berlin, who departed this life on March 31, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 22, 1959, in Gettysburg, PA to the late Daniel Webster Barnhart and Mildred Jane (Strait) Barnhart. Dan retired… Read more »
Robert William Shayer, Jr. Berlin Robert William “Bob” Shayer, Jr., of Berlin, Maryland passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026 surrounded by his family. Born on January 30, 1943 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Robert Shayer Sr. and Leona (Roy) Shayer. Robert is survived by his loving wife of… Read more »
William T. Gallagher, Jr. Ocean City William “Billy” Thomas Gallagher, Jr., age 60, of Ocean City, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Born on October 8, 1965, he was the son of the late William T. Gallagher, Sr, and Barbara (Stevens) Gallagher, to whom he was the picture of a perfect son. Born and raised… Read more »
James L. Shreeve, Jr. Berlin James Lockerman Shreeve Jr., known to all as Jim, passed away on March 16, 2026, in Berlin, Maryland, just three days after celebrating his 84th birthday. Born on March 13, 1942, in Baltimore, Maryland, Jim lived a full and vibrant life defined by his love of sports, his sharp wit,… Read more »