Lanvale

Two people were injured jumping from a burning West Baltimore house before dawn today, and firefighters rescued seven others from the smoke-smothered, two-story rowhouse's roof.In all, a dozen people were injured in that fire -- in the 1500 block of W. Lanvale St. -- and another unrelated fire about six blocks away on Harlem Avenue today.One of those who jumped from the burning house was a 61-year-old man who already had burns on his arms and face. Another was a woman, 25, suffering from smoke inhalation.

A collision in Baltimore City and debris in the roadway in Howard County slowed Tuesday morning's commute, according to the state Department of Transportation. A collision in Baltimore City and debris in the roadway in Howard County slowed Tuesday morning's commute, according to the state Department of Transportation. A collision on Interstate 395 North at Martin Luther King Jr. Highway in Baltimore City was reported at 8:45 a.m., no additional information was given. In Howard County, debris in the roadway on MD 32 at West Linden Church Road closed the westbound right turn lane and shoulder at 8:39 a.m. The Maryland Transportation Administration reported minor delays on the light rail.

A 14-year-old West Baltimore youth was found dead yesterday morning of multiple gunshot wounds not far from his West Lanvale Street home, police said yesterday. Terrell Seawell of the 1300 block of W. Lanvale St. was found dead in the 700 block of North Woodyear St. near Lanvale, said Officer Nicole Monroe, a police spokeswoman. Police found the body after responding at 12:20 a.m. to a reported shooting. Monroe said detectives had yet to identify any suspects or motive in the shooting.

An 18-year-old man was shot and hospitalized Sunday night in West Baltimore, according to the Baltimore City Police Department. According to Sgt. Anthony Smith, police responded at 11:46 p.m. to a call about a man shot in the upper right leg while sitting on the steps of a house in the 2300 block of W. Lanvale St. Smith said Monday that police officers have no motive for the shooting and are continuing to investigate.

On May 26, 2003, ANNA E. CHRISTMAS. Family hour will be held on Saturday, June 14, at 10:00 A.M., at Metropolitan United Methodist Church, 1121 W. Lanvale St., Baltimore, Memorial Service to follow at 11 A.M.

On March 27, 2006 AUDREY M. SAWYER. Friends may call MARCH FUNERAL WEST, 4300 Wabash Ave. on Thursday after 1 p.m. Family will receive friends at Emmanuel Christian Community Church, 1210 W. Lanvale St. on Friday at 10:30 a.m. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m.

On March 2, 2003; ESTHER E. Visitation Tuesday 2 to 8 P.M., 2140 N. Fulton Ave. The family will receive friends on Wednesday at 9:30 A.M. at the Emmanuel CC Church, 1210 W. Lanvale ST., with Funeral to follow at 10 A.M.

On August 22, 2007 "RED LUCKEY". Visitation at 2140 N. Fulton Avenue on Sunday 1:30-6pm. The family will receive friends at Metropolitan A.M.E. Church, 1121 W. Lanvale St. on Monday at 10am. Funeral at 11am.

On January 31, 2005, LINDA KING-GRAVES. Viewing Wednesday from 3 to 7 P.M. at the Howell Funeral Home, 4600 Liberty Heights Ave. Services Thursday at St. John's Christian Community Church, 1208 E. Lanvale St. Wake from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Service to follow.

On Thursday, February 17, 2005, ROY LEVERNE BROWN II. Friends may call at the FAMILY OWNED MARCH FUNERAL HOME EAST, 1101 East North Avenue on Thursday after 3 P.M. Funeral services at New 2nd Baptist Church, 214 E. Lanvale St. on Friday at 12 Noon. See www.marchfh.com

The home once owned by pioneering Rep. Parren J. Mitchell goes to auction this week amid hopes the mansion's Victorian charm can somehow outweigh a neighborhood coping with vacant houses and a litany of urban ills. With its soaring gilt mirrors and filigreed plaster ceiling medallions, the house at 828 N. Carrollton Ave. is one of the grandest addresses overlooking Lafayette Square. "I bought the house with my heart," confessed Lily T. Tsui, a Potomac resident who purchased the house "on impulse" but never lived in it. "I just looked at it and fell in love with it. When you go inside, it takes your breath away.

On September 5, 2009, MILTON E. BRANCH, JR., beloved husband of Bernice M. Branch; dear father of Milton Branch III, Angela Hawkins and Venetia Latimer and her husband Jerome. Also survived by nine grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great-grandchildren. And a host of family and friends. The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 13, from 1 to 4 P.M. at the Howell Funeral Home, 4600 Liberty Heights Avenue, the wake will be held on Monday, September 14th at 10 A.M. at Emmanuel C. C. Church Carrollton Avenue at Lanvale Street with funeral service to follow at 11 A.M. Interment Garrison Forest Veteran Cemetery.

On February 21, 2009, FLORENCE P. OWINGS, beloved mother of Annette Moses, dear step mother of Dr. Samuel R. Owings and his wife Barbara; cherished sister of Martha Alston, Catherine Creigler and Clarice Bass; also survived by two grandchildren and other caring relatives and friends. Visitation at the JOSEPH L. RUSS FUNERAL HOME P.A. 2222-26 West North Avenue. on Thursday from 3 to 6 P.M. Wake at Metropolitan United Methodist Church, Lanvale and Carrollton Avenues, on Friday 10:30 to 11 A.M., with funeral service to follow.

On February 21, 2009, FLORENCE P. OWINGS, beloved mother of Annette Moses, dear step mother of Dr. Samuel R. Owings and his wife Barbara; cherished sister of Martha Alston, Catherine Creigler and Clarice Bass; also survived by two grandchildren and other caring relatives and friends. Visitation at the JOSEPH L. RUSS FUNERAL HOME P.A. 2222-26 West North Avenue. on Thursday from 3 to 6 P.M. Wake at Metropolitan United Methodist Church, Lanvale and Carrollton Avenues, on Friday 10:30 to 11 A.M., with funeral service to follow.

On December 24, 2008, DORETHA M. GALLOWAY; survived by her devoted husband William L., and loving sons, Ryan J. and Todd A. Galloway, and a host of other family and friends. Family will receive friends at the family owned WYLIE FUNERAL HOME of BALTIMORE COUNTY, 9200 Liberty Road Monday from 6-8 PM. Services will be held Tuesday at the Metropolitan United Methodist Church, 1121 Lanvale Street, 10:00 am wake. An Omega Omega Service will begin at 10:30 am with Funeral Services to start at 11:00 am. Interment Following.

On December 20, 2008, JANET. Survived by mother, one daughter, five sons, seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild, one daughter-in-law, five sisters, four brothers, three sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the Carlton C. Douglass Funeral Service, P.A., 1701 McCulloh Street on Friday from 2 to 9 P.M. Family will receive friends Saturday 10 to 11 A.M., at the Prince Hall Masonic Temple, Eutaw and Lanvale Streets, with services following.

A Celebration of Life for Rev. Fannie Mae Beasley Viewing: Thursday, July 19, 2007 at Estep Brothers Funeral Home, 1300 Eutaw Pl. Wake and Musical at Emmanuel, Lanvale St. & Carolton Ave.: Friday, July 20, 2007, 6:00-7:30 pm; funeral following at 7:30 pm.

On September 20, 2003, OLIVIA J. HUNTERFriends may call at the family owned MARCH FUNERAL HOME EAST, 1101 East North Avenue, on Thursday, after 8 A.M. The family will receive friends at The New Second Missionary Baptist, 214 E. Lanvale St., on Friday, at 11 A.M. Services to follow at 11:30 A.M. See www.marchfh.com

On November 26, 2008; JUANITA BROWN NICHOLSON On Friday, friends may call at VAUGHN C. GREENE FUNERAL SERVICES (RANDALLSTOWN), 8728 Liberty road from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. On Saturday, Mrs. Nicholson will lie instate at Metropolitan U.M.C., 1113 W. Lanvale St., where the family will receive friends from 10:30 to 11:30 A.M. with services to follow. Inquiries to (410)655-0015

On December 1, 2008, MELBA ELIZABETH RAWLINGS LOGAN. Survived by son, Gregory Logan, brothers, William Jr., and John Rawlings, sister, Irma Givens and a host of other family and friends. Family will receive friends at the family owned WYLIE FUNERAL HOME P.A., 638 N. Gilmor Street Thursday from 5-8 P.M. Services will be held Friday at the Metropolitan United Methodist Church, 1121 W. Lanvale Street 10:30A.M. wake 11:00A.M. funeral. Interment Following. Inquires: www.wyliefh.com.