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Harriet Gelvar Obituary

The family of Harriet Gelvar of Pikesville, Maryland announces her passing on June 22, 2026. Harriet is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband Burton Gelvar; her sister Carole Kanefsky (Barry); and her parents, Bonnie Lipsitz and Philip Lipsitz. She is survived by: her children, Eric Gelvar (Sheri) and Shawn Gelvar (Howard Ostrow); and her grandchildren, Cody Gelvar, Jake Gelvar, Evy Gelvar, Jordan Ostrow and Mica Ostrow.

Please omit flowers. Contributions in her memory may be sent to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or Crohns & Colitis Foundation, 733 Third Avenue, Ste. 510, New York, NY 10017.



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June 24

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Maryland Friedel Lodge
6300 Hamilton Ave, Rosedale, MD 21237

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