Pasadena House Fire Leaves 62-Year-Old Dead, Investigation Underway

A 62-year-old man, Stephen Geisendaffer Sr., was found dead following a house fire in Pasadena early Tuesday morning. Firefighters responded shortly after 12:26 a.m. and brought the fire under control in approximately 30 minutes, discovering Geisendaffer in a common room near the suspected point of origin. Investigators are still determining the cause of the fire, which is currently undetermined, though functional smoke detectors were present in the home. This incident marks the third fire-related death in Anne Arundel County in 2025, following two fatalities in February. Fire officials emphasize the importance of having a home escape plan and ensuring working smoke detectors are installed, as these precautions can help save lives in emergencies.