Andrew Anthony Szypula
BERLIN — Andrew Anthony Szypula, age 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015 at the Berlin Nursing and Rehab Center.
Andrew A. Szypula
Born in Poznan, Poland, he was the son of the late Antoni Szypula and Kazimiera Jurczynska Szypula. He is survived by his beloved sweetheart of over 40 years, Marie Leek of Berlin. Also surviving are his children, Karen Shipula of Byfield, Mass., Peter Shipula of Fremont, N.H., and Mark Szypula of Oak Harbor, Wash. There are five grandchildren, Alicia Shipula, Jorden Szypula, Austen Szypula, Whitney Szypula and Cydney Szypula. Also surviving is a sister, Barbara Weglarz and her husband Stephen Weglarz, Sr. of Lynn, Mass., and nieces and nephews, Mary, Stephen Jr., Michael, John, Caroline and Kasia.
Mr. Szypula was a graduate of Worcester Polytechnical Institute in Worcester, Mass. He was an Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel Veteran who was later employed as a Marine Engineer with Bethlehem Steel. He was a member of the Ocean City Knights of Columbus and an avid fisherman whose infectious personality and passion for life inspired his family and others fortunate enough to know him.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2015 at 2 p.m. at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment will be private for the family. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to American Cancer Society 1138 Parsons Road Salisbury, Md. 21801. Letters of condolence may be sent via www.burbagefuneralhome.com
Erma Ruth Davis
BISHOPVILLE — Erma Ruth Davis, age 87, died Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015 at the home of her daughter.
Born in Haddonfield, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Russell and Margaret Oakely McCabe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Davis in 1989, and her son, Robert W. Davis, Jr. in 2001. She is survived by her daughter, RoxAnne Davis Williams and her husband Roland of Bishopville; a son, Michael Davis of Bishopville; and a daughter-in-law, Connie Davis of Millsboro, Del. There are eight grandchildren, René Davis Pusey, Christine Davis, Beau Williams, Jennifer Davis O’Brien, Eric Williams, Ashley Davis, Corey Davis and Kyle Davis. Also surviving are five great-grandchildren, Karin Pusey, Trevor Pusey, Liam O’Brien, Cody Cowden and Finn O’Brien. She leaves her special friends Margaret and Harry Hammond and Teresa and Allison Willing.
Mrs. Davis had worked as a bookkeeper for Phillips Cannery and later for the Harrison Group before becoming a library secretary at Stephen Decatur Middle School. She had a great love for birds as well as history and reading. She was a member of the Showell United Methodist Church, and Charter member of the Showell Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the hospice nurses and care givers who cared for Erma.
Cremation followed her death. A memorial service will be announced at a future date. In lieu of flowers, a donation in her memory may be made to: Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733. Salisbury, Md. 21804, or to the Showell Volunteer Fire Co., Ambulance Fund 11620 Worcester Hwy., Showell, Md. 21862, or Showell United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 55, Showell, Md. 21862. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com
Nancy Vaile Allan
OCEAN CITY – On October 16, 2015, Nancy Vaile Allan (Nee Wilkerson) died.
She was the beloved wife of the late Alexander Gardner Allan; devoted mother of Bonnie Vaile Mitrecic of Ocean City and stepmother of James H. Allan and his wife Dorothy of Columbia, Md. She was the loving grandmother of Joseph Mitrecic and his wife Sheryl, Jonathan Mitrecic and his wife Carolyn, both of Ocean City and Julia G. Allan of Columbia, Md,; great grandmother of Jacob, Madison, Sara and Jillian Mitrecic all of Ocean City.
Mrs. Allan was born on July 20, 1925 in Brooklyn Park, Md. She attended Glen Burnie High School and upon graduation began employment with Armco Steel. Mrs. Allan advanced in her career at Armco and became the executive secretary to the president of the company. She remained in that position until her retirement.
Mrs. Allan retired with her husband Alex to Ocean City and enjoyed many years there. Mrs. Allan and her husband were long standing members of the well-known Dunes Club and made many life time friends there. They were both very active and enjoyed meeting with friends and entertaining. They also enjoyed travelling and owned a home in Florida where they spent many winters.
Mrs. Allan was an avid animal lover and as such supported many animal charities. She was especially fond of cats and adopted many during her lifetime.
A celebration of her life will be held on Friday, Oct. 23, 2015 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin. Visitation with family from 12-1 p.m. with the service at 1 p.m. Reverend William Sterling will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in her name to Coastal Hospice at the Ocean, 10441 Racetrack Road, Unit 6, Ocean City, Md. 21842.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent via www.burbagefuneralhome.com
Jimmie Grant Roberts, III
STEVENSVILLE, Md. — Jimmie Grant Roberts, III “Bub,” age 21, died Saturday as a result of injuries sustained in a timbering accident.
Jimmie Grant Roberts, III
Born in Annapolis, he was the son of Jimmie Grant, Jr. and Tracy Leigh Roberts. He is survived by three sisters, Ashley Lynn Roberts-Lamb of Centreville, Md., Victoria Nicole Roberts and Samantha Noel Roberts, both of Stevensville, Md., his lifelong friend, Matthew Crim of Stevensville, a niece, Harleigh Lamb of Centreville, and a maternal grandfather, Francis Phipps of Church Creek, Md. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather and grandmother, Jimmie and Emily Roberts, and a maternal grandmother, Mildred Phipps.
Fishing, hunting and family were Bub’s life. He lived and breathed the salt and mountain air. His most memorable and happiest times in life were chasing marlin or bucks and sitting around a campfire in the hills of West Virginia with family and friends that mean the world to him. He was the light of everyone’s life, and the heart of his family. He had a special way of gracing everyone he met with happiness. His smile and humor was contagious. No matter the situation, Bub could bring a smile to your face. Bub was known for his loving teddy bear hugs and wide-open arms. He had a special way of touching the hearts of anyone he met.
He was a passionate member of the Recreational Fishing Alliance, the Billfish Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, National Rifle Association and the Ocean City Marlin Club. Bub studied at Anne Arundel Community College. He was owner/operator of Blue Boys, Inc., a warehouse wholesaler and retailer of industrial equipment. He was working toward his goal of owning and operating a site work company. Bub was building the foundation of his construction career clearing trees, stump grinding, hauling, rigging, maintenance, landscaping, moving, towing, and marine sales. He took on any task that he was offered as an opportunity to gain experience for his career and to lend a helping hand. Most would agree he was the most hard-working man, going above and beyond to take care of his family.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Burbage Funeral Home, 108 William St., Berlin. Friends may visit on Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. and again on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service. Burial will be private for the family.
A donation in his memory may be made to Ducks Unlimited, One Waterfowl Way, Memphis, Tenn, 38120. Letters of condolence may be sent via www.burbagefuneralhome.com