Epiphany Lutheran Church

On Sunday at 10:30 a.m., Epiphany Lutheran Church in Columbia Hills celebrates its 35th anniversary of service to Ellicott City and neighboring communities. The Rev. David Berg, current pastor of the church, on Sybert Drive, will conduct a simple service reflecting the church's beginnings. Afterward, the church will share a baked ham lunch with all; many original church members are expected to attend.Founded as an independent congregation in 1958, Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church first met in a private home in Catonsville with the Rev. Christian Neumann and 100 followers.

On February 2, 2010, HAZEL A. (nee Frankton) beloved wife of the late Clifton E. Woolston, devoted mother of Gail P. Nuetzel and her husband Ernest and the late Karen Watson, cherished grandmother of Lisa Beth Jacobin and her husband Kip, Scott Nuetzel and his wife Joni, Steven Nuetzel and his wife Kathleen, dear great-grandmother of Tara Lovett, Travis Webb, Lauren, Grace, Luke and Kyle Nuetzel, loving great-great-grandmother of Autumn Hazel Lovett....

On December 18, 2005, EVELYNELIZABETH YEAGER, devoted mother of Daniel James Yeager. Evelyn was a member of Epiphany Lutheran Church of Baltimore. Services and interment will be private.

On August 20, 2007, EDWARD L., beloved husband of Lucille Foy. Edward and Lucille were married 65 years ago at Epiphany Lutheran Church. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 1, 2007, 12 noon at the Gardens of Faith Cemetery. Contributions may be made in the name of Edward to the Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21206. Arrangements by MILLER-DIPPEL FUNERAL HOME INC. 410-426-7171.

On December 13, 2004, SANFORD H., beloved husband of the late Norma M. (nee Chalmers) and devoted father of Mark H. Dittmar and his wife Patricia; loving grandfather of Brian S. Dittmar. A Memorial Service will be held at Epiphany Lutheran Church at a later date. Inquiries may be directed to Lassahn Funeral Home (Overlea), 410-665-2000. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue, Baltimore 21206.

On August 20, 2007, EDWARD L., beloved husband of Lucille Foy. Edward and Lucille were married 65 years ago at Epiphany Lutheran Church. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 1, 2007, 12 noon at the Gardens of Faith Cemetery. Contributions may be made in the name of Edward to the Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21206. Arrangements by MILLER-DIPPEL FUNERAL HOME INC. 410-426-7171.

On February 14, 2003, HELEN M.; survived by many loving family and friends. Relatives and friends may gather at MILLER-DIPPEL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 6415 Belair Road, on Tuesday, 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, 10 A.M., at Epiphany Lutheran Church. Interment Garden of Faith Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Epiphany Lutheran Church.

On July 18, 2006 VINCENT C. KIMBALL, JR. passed away suddenly. A memorial service will be held on Sunday at 2 P.M. Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue Baltimore, MD 21206. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his name to Epiphany Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Miller-Dippel Funeral Home, Inc., 6415 Belair Road.

On December 1, 2003 MONFORD LEO TAYLOR beloved husband of Margaret (nee Nioll) devoted father of Margaret Elaine Taylor and Phyllis Ann Schneider; loving grandfather of Lisa Padilla, Amanda and Leonard Schneider; great-grandfather of Tayler, Nicolas, and Julia Fisher. A Memorial Service will be held December 13, 2003 at 11 a.m. in Epiphany Lutheran Church, Raspe and Marluth Avenue Baltimore, MD 21206. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Epiphany Lutheran Church or Maryland Community Hospice, 9940 Franklin Square Drive, Baltimore, MD 21236.

On November 27, 2003, JOHN MINCSIK, died from complications of Leukemia. He was the beloved husband of Marcella; devoted father of Penny Quinn and her husband Edward, and Susan Gugliuzza and her husband Louis; loving grandfather of Derek Quinn, Robin Quinn, Dana Gugliuzza and Elana Gugliuzza. A Memorial Service celebrating John's life will be held on Saturday, December 6, at 1 P.M. in Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue, 21206. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Epiphany Lutheran Church Current Fund.

On July 18, 2006 VINCENT C. KIMBALL, JR. passed away suddenly. A memorial service will be held on Sunday at 2 P.M. Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue Baltimore, MD 21206. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his name to Epiphany Lutheran Church or the charity of your choice. Arrangements by Miller-Dippel Funeral Home, Inc., 6415 Belair Road.

On December 18, 2005, EVELYNELIZABETH YEAGER, devoted mother of Daniel James Yeager. Evelyn was a member of Epiphany Lutheran Church of Baltimore. Services and interment will be private.

On October 17, 2005 KATHRYN J. CAVANAUGH (nee Balles), of Jarrettsville, MD beloved wife of the late Melvin J. Cavanaugh; devoted mother of John E. Cavanaugh, Janice D'Agostino Cavanaugh, and Julia F. Cavanaugh; loving sister of Edward Balles and the late George Balles. Also survived by grandchildren James P. Cavanaugh, Emily R. Cavanaugh; John A. D'Agostino and Alexander J. D'Agostino. Services will be held in the family owned Mc Comas Funeral Home, P.A. in Bel Air on Thursday, October 20, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be in Baltimore National Cemetery, Baltimore, MD. Friends may call at the funeral home in Bel Air on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21206 or to Alzheimers Disease Association, 1850 York Road, Suite D, Timonium, MD 21093-5142.

Clara Emma Billet Chisholm, a former nurse's aide, died Aug. 15 at York Retirement Village in York, Pa. She was 101 and had been a longtime resident of Northwest Baltimore. A native of York, she married William G. Chisholm Sr., an electrical plant operator for Baltimore Gas & Electric Co., in 1921. He died in 1960. At the age of 40, Mrs. Chisholm became a nurse's aide at York Hospital, where she worked for about five years. In 1951, she moved to Northwest Baltimore, where she lived until 1987, when she returned to York.

On June 5, 2005, EMMA K. GUMMER, beloved wife of Frank J. Gummer, devoted mother of Michael F. Gummer and his wife Josie, Christopher E. Gummer and his wife Sandy, cherished grandmother of Timothy M. and Alexander C. Gummer. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories - Parkville 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 PM, Wednesday. A Funeral service will be held 9 A.M., Thursday at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue, Baltimore. Interment Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery.

On December 29, 2004 GERRY beloved wife of Norman Campbell; devoted mother of Linda Gearhart and Nancy Deknatel; dear sister of Carl and Robert Fritche; loving grandmother of Laura Johnson, Rick Gearhart, Jenny Mc Millan and Matthew Deknatel. Also survived by seven great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends may gather at MILLER-DIPPEL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 6415 Belair Road on Thursday 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Friday 10 a.m. in Epiphany Lutheran Church. Interment Lorraine Park Cemetery.

On November 28, 2003, CLARA M. (nee Wagner); beloved wife of the late William D. Becker; devoted mother of Shirley C. Whiting "Mutz", D. Robert Becker, M. Carolynn Pfarr "Susy" and the late William A. Becker; devoted mother-in-law of Jean Becker, Janice Becker and the late J. Robert Whiting and J. Edward Pfarr. Also survived by nine grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Lassahn Funeral Home, 7401 Belair Road, on Sunday, from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M., and at the Epiphany Lutheran Church, 4301 Raspe Avenue, on Monday, from 10 until 11 A.M., at which time funeral services will be held.