Obituaries

May 14, 2024

GEORGETOWN –April “Bunny” Stanley Woodard went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. She passed away peacefully at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford after a long illness.

April was born on April 2, 1943, in Milford to the late Wilson “Larry” Stanley and Clara “Pauline” Johnson Stanley.

May 14, 2024

George William McGinnis, 64

GEORGETOWN – George W. McGinnis passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

George was a talented handyman and jack-of-all trades. He was an exquisite storyteller, enjoyed cooking, finding treasures at Wilsons Auction, and collecting duck decoys. He also loved all animals, especially his dogs...

May 12, 2024

Judith F. Stark, 77

Judith Francis (Schuyler) Stark, of Lewes, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 12, 2024.

Judith was born on October 9, 1946, in West Chester, Pennsylvania to the late Harwood and Dorothy (Halderman) Schuyler.

Judith grew up in a military family, her...

May 11, 2024

Sgt. Jason Lee Nielson, a revered veteran, cherished family man, and avid fisherman, left us on the 11th of May, 2024, after valiantly facing recurring battles with cancer. He was born on June 19, 1978, in Phoenix, AZ. His final days were spent in Milford, DE, surrounded by the love and care of his family and friends.

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May 8, 2024

Thomas E. Schulte, 73, of Milton, Delaware passed away on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, with his loving wife of 46 years by his side.

Tom was born November 15, 1950, to Robert P. Schulte and Joan A. Bright (Hilker) in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He spent most of his childhood in Cape Town, South Africa and...

May 8, 2024

James Paul Goodman, 81, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at his home in Milford.

Jim was born in Drumright, Oklahoma, on June 2, 1942. As a child, his family relocated to Delaware where he lived in Delaware City, St.Georges and lastly Milford. It was in Delaware City where he met the love of...

May 7, 2024

OBITUARY FOR PATRICIA ‘PATSY’ ANN HURD

Patricia ‘Patsy’ Ann Hurd, 71, of Felton, DE, passed peacefully on May 7, 2024, at the Delaware Hospice Center, Milford, DE, after a long illness.

Patsy was born on March 22, 1953, in Dover, DE to her late parents David Faulkner and Norma Jean Faulkner...

May 6, 2024

Margaret (Plummer) Short died at home May 6 after a brief illness. She was 90.

Margaret was born on a farm at Oyster Rocks (near Milton) Delaware. After graduating from Lewes High School, Margaret attended the Milford Nursing School, where she completed her training in 1954. It was during her training that she met Austin Short, Jr....

May 6, 2024

Jeffrey Allen Muncey, known affectionately as Jeff, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024, in Ellendale, DE. Born on June 21, 1965, in Milford, DE, Jeff was the cherished son of the late John E. and Gail S. (Rider) Muncey. His life was a bright beacon of love and joy to all who knew him.

For over...

May 6, 2024

Rodney T. Marvel, Jr. of Georgetown, DE passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2024 at the age of 55. He was born on October 4, 1968, in Milford, DE. Rodney was known for his selfless nature, courageous spirit, being a perfect husband to Kim, and passionate commitment to everything he touched. He leaves behind a legacy of service and...

May 5, 2024

MILFORD – Elizabeth Elmia (Feick) Gabel, passed away peacefully at Milford Place on Sunday, May 5, 2024.

Elizabeth was born in Hamburg, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Leroy A. and Katherine E. (Staller) Feick.

Elizabeth received her R.N. at Pottstown School of Nursing, her BSN at State University of New York...

May 5, 2024

James Oneal Pritchett, 85

MILTON – James Oneal Pritchett passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at his home in Milton.

Oneal was born in Bishops Head, Maryland, son of the late Wilson Davis Pritchett, Sr., and Mildred (Mills) Pritchett.

Oneal worked for many years and...

Apr 30, 2024

Mildred Ann Hudson, age 70, of Georgetown, Delaware, went home to be with the Lord at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, on April 30, 2024.

Born on October 19, 1953, in Milford, she was a daughter to the late William James Callaway and Shirley (Smith) Callaway. Her life was a testament to her unshakable faith and...

Apr 30, 2024

Joseph N. “Mickey Mouse” Connelly, Jr., 80, of Felton, passed away on April 30, 2024 at Bayhealth Sussex Campus.

Joe was born in Felton on March 31, 1944 to the late Joseph N., Sr. and Maggie Ola (Huitt) Connelly.

Joe was a super truck driver from a young age. He loved to relive his over-the-road...

Apr 27, 2024

Ted Williams McDonald, “Pop-Pop”, “Dad” “Teddy” 70 of Millsboro, DE passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at his home in Millsboro, DE.

He was born in Wilmington, DE to Betty Lucille Johns and William Edward’s McDonald.

Ted Williams McDonald was named after a famous major league baseball player. Ted was a...

Apr 27, 2024

Linda L. Vincent, 67, of Lincoln, passed away peacefully at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

Linda was born on November 12, 1956 in Milford to the late Samuel and Barbara Nora (King) Colvin. A true Delaware native, Linda enjoyed fashion, jewelry, and at home shopping.

In addition to her...

Apr 25, 2024

Virginia Lee “Ginnie” (Savage) Caras, 93

LEWES – Virginia Caras passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024, at The Moorings in Lewes. She was born July 30, 1930, in Selbyville, to the late Thurman F. and Nelda (Jester) Savage.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Apr 24, 2024

Donald Delano Newson, 90

Donald Delano Newson, 90, born in Smyrna, De. died peacefully with his family at his side and in his heart on April 24, 2024.

Donald D. Newson, 90, was born in August 1933 to the late John Howard and Pearl Margaret Tilghman Newson in Smyrna, DE. He...

Apr 21, 2024

Sadly, Dale E. Davis, 67, of Milton, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at his home.

Dale was born on September 21, 1956, in Wilmington, DE. To the late James F. and G. Margaret (Rose) Davis. His parents later moved to Christiana, DE, where Dale spent his formative years and graduated from Christiana High School class...

Apr 18, 2024

On the evening of April 18, 2024, the veil was lowered and our Heavenly Father called Dawn Elizabeth McGee-Passwaters home.

Dawn, a beloved wife, mother and teacher, came into this world March 15, 1966, to Theodore and Jeanette McGee, whom she will rejoin in the kingdom of heaven.

Dawn married her long time love Robert...