Sam T. Prutch

Sam T. Prutch (Sammy), age 83, of New Oxford, PA, formerly of Taneytown, MD, passed away at his home on Monday, June 9, 2025. He was the loving husband of Shirley Frock Prutch for over 50 years.

After retiring from his work in cyber defense in Washington, D.C., Sam and Shirley moved to Taneytown, where he enjoyed landscaping, gardening, golfing, and spending time with Shirley’s parents. They both had a deep love for all the cats in their lives and enjoyed fine wine and great food together. Sam was also a past president of the Hanover Country Club and served on the Greens Committee. He was known for his expertise in investments and always offered encouragement and positivity to everyone around him.

 Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 12 p.m. at Myers-Durboraw Funeral Home, 136 E. Baltimore Street, Taneytown, MD with visitation starting at 11 a.m. until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Sam's memory to Adams County SPCA, 11 Goldenville Rd.

Gettysburg, PA 17325 or Cross Key Village, 2990 Carlisle Pike, New Oxford, PA 17350.