Obituaries

Feb 21, 2025

Michael M. Blakeley, 62, of Georgetown, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025.

Born October 16, 1957, in Milford, DE, Michael was the son of John and Marguerite Blakeley.

Michael was a mechanic at Blakeley's Garage in Georegtown. Those who knew Michael knew he enjoyed fishing and deer hunting and was Into classic cars. 

Michael is survived by his two sisters, Karen (Allan)...

Feb 17, 2025

Obituary for Deborah J. Mitchell

Deborah J. Mitchell, 62, of Dover, DE passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, at the Delaware Hospice Center, Milford, DE.

Debbie was born in Milford, DE on September 23, 1962, to her parents Elisha Wilkerson and Naomi (Sockriter) Wilkerson.

Debbie grew up in Milton, DE and graduated from Cape Henlopen High School. She was a waitress at...

Feb 14, 2025

Luise K. Combs, affectionately known as Oma, passed away peacefully in Milford, Delaware, surrounded by family and friends, on February 14, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on April 2, 1936, in Ludwigshafen, Germany, Luise's journey began during WWll. She grew up during challenging times, attending school until the eighth grade, after which she worked on a dairy farm...

Feb 13, 2025

William L. “Bill” Sapp, 72, of Harrington, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on February 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. 

Bill was born in Houston, DE, son of the late William H. and Louise (Pearson) Sapp. He graduated 5th in his class in 1970, at the age of 17. 

From a young age, Bill was a talented outdoor...

Feb 12, 2025

Lisa Marie Watkins 58 of Georgetown De passed away suddenly on Feb,12 at home. Born October 17, 1966, in Wilmington De. The daughter of William and Betty Carmine. 

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Taking care of anyone in her path. She was known by many and loved by all.

She will be remembered for serving her country with...

Feb 12, 2025

Harvey G West Jr. of Georgetown passed away, on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Delaware Bay Nursing Home surrounded by his loving family. He was 71.

Harvey was the son of the late Harvey & Mary (Middleton) West Sr.

Harvey proudly served his country honorably and faithfully in the United States Army for 14 years during the Vietnam War flying 32 missions....

Feb 11, 2025

It's with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother, Sandra Elaine (Gorlich) Albright on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025.

She was born on April 11th, 1949 to the late Julius Gorlich, Jr. and Lillian O. Gorlich. 

Sandy was a star athlete during her high school years in field hockey and basketball. She was valedictorian of her high school class...

Feb 6, 2025

Deborah Ann Hearn, 71, of Georgetown, DE., passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Delaware Bay Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Georgetown.

She was born at Seaford Hospital on June 28, 1953, the daughter of the late Leroy Jack Hearn and the late Josephine Marie (Elliott).

Debbie is survived by her brother Raymond Joseph (Patricia), nephew Anthony Joseph who she...

Feb 4, 2025

Howard Linden Swain (or Linden as he was called) of Georgetown passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was 95. Linden was born and raised in Georgetown, being the son of T. Paul Swain and Mary Alice (Truitt) Swain. 

Linden enjoyed working from a young age. He was a carpenter and home builder for...

Feb 3, 2025

Ronald G. Fensick, 66 of Seaford passed away peacefully at home, February 3, 2024 surrounded by family and loved ones.

He was born on February 20, 1958, to the late George and Patricia Fensick in Salisbury, MD.

Graduated in 1976 from Seaford Senior High School. He went on to be the Owner/Operator of G S Fensick & Son Trucking for 25 years....

Feb 2, 2025

MILTON – Shirley Sherman passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, February 2, 2025.

Shirley was born in Concord, Delaware daughter of the late Paul James Warrington and Elizabeth (Wilkerson) Warrington. She was a lifelong resident of Milton.

Shirley spent 26 years working in the garment industry and was a member of the ILGWU. As the industry changed, she later worked...

Feb 2, 2025

Thomas A. Waters, Jr., passed away peacefully at his home in Milford, Delaware, on February 2, 2025, under the care of Delaware Hospice. Born on May 22, 1934, in Washington, DC, Thomas spent the last 60 years of his life in Delaware, where he left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

Throughout his life, Thomas had a profound love...

Jan 31, 2025

Paul J. Walker III, born on August 26, 1948, in Milford, Delaware, passed away on January 31, 2025, at Bayhealth Sussex Campus in Milford, Delaware. He dedicated 30 years of his life to serving as a correctional officer retiring as a captain at Sussex Correctional Institute in Georgetown, DE.

A veteran, Paul served in the Army during the Vietnam War from...

Jan 30, 2025

Robert Lala, aged 83, passed away suddenly on January 30, 2025, in Lewes, Delaware. Born on March 27, 1941, in Jersey City, he was a lifelong resident of New Jersey. He dedicated his career to research and development at Unilever. Robert was known for his educational discipline, along with his generous and kind nature that truly defined him as a...

Jan 29, 2025

Kenneth Russell Stevenson, 74, of Georgetown, DE passed away peacefully at his home on January 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Kenneth was born in Milford, DE on August 23, 1950, to his parents Charles Reese and Helen Jane (Reynolds) Stevenson.

He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. Kenneth spent many years working in the construction...

Jan 27, 2025

Marie E. Swain, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away suddenly on January 27, 2025, at Beebe Hospital in Lewes, Delaware. Born on January 25, 1936, in Milford, Delaware, and raised in Selbyville, Delaware, she graduated from Selbyville High School in the class of 1954.

Marie and her husband, H. Linden Swain, shared their lives and dreams through their partnership,...

Jan 25, 2025

Vicki Jean Porter, 58, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Kent General Hospital.

Mom graduated in 1984 from Lake Forest High School. She was a certified CNA and previously worked at a nursing home in Dover. She loved to write poems, camping, fishing, and hunting. She loved being at the seashore as the smell of the ocean and soft...

Jan 25, 2025

Franklin G. Heck.

Lincoln, DE age 83, passed away peacefully at home on January 25, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Frank was born in Baltimore, MD, son of the late Charles L. and Nora (Kromer) Heck.

Frank was a long distance truck driver for many years and a dispatcher for Blue Hen...

Jan 25, 2025

Cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Ray Wilkinson, of Milton, passed away peacefully at his home January 25, 2025, with his family present.

He is survived by his wife and soul mate of 62 years, Sara Wilkinson; daughter Terry Carson and husband Kevin Carson of Lewes; son Jeff Wilkinson and husband Bill Rogers of Milton; granddaughter Brittany Croll and partner Clay...

Jan 24, 2025

Betty June Newby, 99, of Harrington, Delaware, passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2025. She was born on June 16, 1925, in Port Washington, Long Island, NY, to William and Harriet Davis who predeceased her. Betty was the oldest of 5 children, William Davis, Edie Goodwin, Paul Davis, and Harvey Davis; all predeceased her. 

Betty was the only one...