Funeral Arrangements Announced For Beloved Sheriff In Maryland Funeral Arrangements Announced For Beloved Sheriff In Maryland
Funeral Arrangements Announced For Beloved Sheriff In Maryland Funeral arrangements have been set for three-term Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin C. High who unexpectedly passed away earlier this month. High, who has been the sheriff since December 2010, a veteran law enforcement agent, died on Thursday, Nov. 17 from unannounced causes. A viewing for High has been scheduled for 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 28 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church at 2020 St. Joseph’s Drive in Upper Marlboro, officials announced. That will be followed by a funeral mass at noon on Tuesday, Nov. 29 at The Show Place Arena on Pennsylvania Avenue in Upper Marlboro, and …
Army Vet, Wife Die Day Before Wedding Anniversary In Triple-Fatal Cecil County Crash Army Vet, Wife Die Day Before Wedding Anniversary In Triple-Fatal Cecil County Crash
Army Vet, Wife Die Day Before Wedding Anniversary In Triple-Fatal Cecil County Crash An Army veteran and his wife were among three people killed in a Cecil County crash this weekend — just one day shy of their wedding — leaving their three children behind, according to authorities and the victims' loved ones. A 2014 Hyundai Genesis was speeding eastbound on Pulaski Highway when it struck the passenger's side of a 2010 Honda Civic turning left onto Old Elk Neck Road in Elkton around 7:10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, Maryland State Police said. Jessica and Nick ZeimerAllanah Brady GoFundMe photo The driver of the Hyundai, Cameron Doucette, 20, of North East, along with both oc…
'Phenomenal' PA Captain Who Trained Firefighters Around The World Succumbs To Illness 'Phenomenal' PA Captain Who Trained Firefighters Around The World Succumbs To Illness
'Phenomenal' PA Captain Who Trained Firefighters Around The World Succumbs To Illness A beloved "fireman's fireman" who trained firefighters around the world has died after a battle against a long illness, but his legacy will live on.  The 23-year veteran of the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire, Captain Jimmy Ellis of Station 32 in Deutschtown passed away at Allegheny General Hospital with his loving family and friends by his side on Wednesday, July 13, city officials told Daily Voice.  Ellis not only worked in Pittsburgh but was "a renowned instructor known across the country," as the Leetsdale fire department said in a statement.  "He was passionate about passing his knowledge a…
Fatal Stabbing Of Beloved Veteran Under Investigation In Beacon Fatal Stabbing Of Beloved Veteran Under Investigation In Beacon
Fatal Stabbing Of Beloved Veteran Under Investigation In Beacon Police in the Hudson Valley are investigating the death of a beloved veteran who was stabbed to death on Christmas Day. Dutchess County resident Rene ‘Scout’ Vivo, age 65, a longtime resident of Beacon, died on Saturday, Dec. 25 after being stabbed in Beacon. The City of Beacon Police, which did not return calls for information, said on Facebook that it is actively investigating the stabbing. "At this time, it appears to be an isolated incident, and there is no danger to the residents of Beacon," the department said.  Vivo, who was born in the Bronx, but lived in the Beacon area for …
‘Valued And Respected’ Marine Corps Vet, Longtime Trenton Employee Ashley Marshall Dies, 35 ‘Valued And Respected’ Marine Corps Vet, Longtime Trenton Employee Ashley Marshall Dies, 35
‘Valued And Respected’ Marine Corps Vet, Longtime Trenton Employee Ashley Marshall Dies, 35 US Marine Corps veteran and longtime Trenton employee Ashley Marshall died Tuesday of natural causes at the age of 35. Marshall started her career with the city as a school crossing guard in 2013 before she was appointed to be a parking enforcement officer two years later, Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora said in a statement announcing her death. “Sorrow fills our hearts, a sorrow that is deep and personal,” said Gusciora. Marshall was remembered as a “dedicated team player who brought a smile to those around her each day and made numerous contributions to [the] community.” Trenton Police Dir…
Former Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate Found Dead At Age 41 Former Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate Found Dead At Age 41
Former Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate Found Dead At Age 41 A 41-year-old lifelong New Yorker died in an apparent suicide two weeks after he dropped out of his race for a United States House of Representatives seat in the Hudson Valley. Afghanistan war veteran Kyle Van De Water, age 41, was found dead in Dutchess County on Tuesday, Sept. 7, in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery by City of Poughkeepsie police. Sources told the Mid-Hudson News his death was under investigation as a “likely suicide.” Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro said on Twitter his heart was broken for Van De Water's family, including his four children.  “Kyle was a war hero who…
Andrew Bilheimer Of New Holland Dies After 'Losing Addiction Battle,' Obit Says Andrew Bilheimer Of New Holland Dies After 'Losing Addiction Battle,' Obit Says
Andrew Bilheimer Of New Holland Dies After 'Losing Addiction Battle,' Obit Says Andrew Bilheimer of New Holland, and formerly of Bethlehem, died on May 3 after "losing his battle with addiction." He was 33. Bilheimer is a United States veteran, having previously served in Iraq, according to his obituary. Bilheimer was remembered as someone who "enjoyed reading, gaming, fishing and playing soccer, basketball, football, and baseball."  He is survived by his mother Laurie (Moore) Bilheimer, and her husband Scott Stackhouse; father, Robert W. Bilheimer; fiancé Gina, his brother, Stephen Bilheimer; sister, Sarah Bilheimer; stepbrother, Michael Stac…
Ramapo Police Department Mourns Death Of Retired Lieutenant Ramapo Police Department Mourns Death Of Retired Lieutenant
Ramapo Police Department Mourns Death Of Retired Lieutenant The Ramapo Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its retired lieutenants. Lieutenant William Starkey passed away on Thursday, April 8, surrounded by his daughters and wife. He was 82 years old.  Starkey, a Spring Valley native, served with the department from December of 1966 to January of 2006.  "Bill is credited with developing our Firearms Training Unit," the department said. "Bill was an “old school” boss and always built camaraderie with department members." Starkey graduated from Spring Valley High School and soon met his future wife, all the while learning…
Marine Corps Veteran Rescues Neighbor From Three-Story Building Fire In Norristown Marine Corps Veteran Rescues Neighbor From Three-Story Building Fire In Norristown
Marine Corps Veteran Rescues Neighbor From Three-Story Building Fire In Norristown A 70-year-old Marine Corps veteran was remembered for his crucial role in a Norristown blaze when he rescued a neighbor from the burning three-story building Monday morning. Jimmy “The Cowboy” Johnson made the 9-1-1 call around 10 a.m. that notified firefighters of the dwelling fire in the 1000 block of Swede Street, authorities said. With the help of kids in the neighborhood, they all kicked in the door of the building and yelled for everyone to get out, authorities said. When he was told that there was someone trapped on the second floor, he went upstairs and saw a man engulfed in flames…
Popular Auto Body Shop Closes After Nearly Half-Century Doing Business In Norwalk Popular Auto Body Shop Closes After Nearly Half-Century Doing Business In Norwalk
Popular Auto Body Shop Closes After Nearly Half-Century Doing Business In Norwalk J Cox and Son Autobody, LLC, an institution in Norwalk for nearly a half-century, has officially closed its doors. Opened in 1971, the second-generation owner of the shop, Robert (Bobby) Cox, is described as a marine veteran and lifetime body man and mechanic. The shop, which officially closed as of Friday, Sept. 6 after 48 years, handled everything from frame and bodywork to insurance claims, towing and more. Reflecting on his successful career as a business owner and auto mechanic, Cox said his favorite aspect of running the shop was seeing and being able to help all the friendly faces of…