Obituaries

Aug 16, 2023

Peggy Jean Lester Abbott, 94, of Milford, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, surrounded by her family at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford.

She was born in Salisbury, MD on February 8, 1929, to the late James Shelburn Lester and Enola Dryden Lester Nock. She graduated from Wicomico High School in Salisbury in 1946. She...

Aug 8, 2023

Gary Martin of Ellendale, DE, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at his home.

He was born on October 11, 1948, in Cleveland, OH. He is the son of the late Donald Martin. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Jenny Martin; his mother, Lorraine Walls; and stepfather, Bud Walls; and sisters,...

Jul 30, 2023

Susan Rebecca Goeckeritz “Becky”, 95, of Georgetown Delaware, passed away on July 30, 2023. She was born in Smyrna, Delaware on October 26, 1927. Her family lived in both Smyrna and Middletown, DE for many years. Her family moved to Georgetown in 1943, when she was in high school.

Becky graduated from Georgetown High School in 1946....

Jul 29, 2023

MILTON – William Henry Smith, a lifelong resident of Milton, well known to many as “Bill Henry”, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, July 29, 2023.

William was born in Milford, De, son of the late Julian M. “Junie” and F. Jeanette (Mitchell) Smith.

He graduated in the Milton High...

Jul 27, 2023

HARRINGTON – Glenn Alan Hayman, 61, passed away at home on Thursday, July 27, 2023.

Glenn worked for George & Lynch, then the city of Harrington, retiring early for health reason after 23 years. He enjoyed hunting, boating, classic cars, and was a Chevrolet man. He was a hard worker and believed you never laid...

Jul 26, 2023

MILFORD—Kenneth M. Bessinger, 58, lifelong resident of Milford, well known to many as Kenny, passed away peacefully at home on July 26, 2023 surrounded by his family.

Kenneth was born in Dover, DE, son of the late Martin K. and Margaret (Bottomley) Bessinger.

He was an avid commercial fisherman and loved the outdoors...

Jul 25, 2023

Donnis Elaine Mazzucco, Mother, Grandmother, Cousin, Aunt, Godmother, and Wife, who was well loved, passed away late morning, Tuesday, July 25th, 2023, at the age of 79, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on March 11, 1944, in Newark, New Jersey, raised by her parents Andrew and Estelle Warnicki, she grew up and went to...

Jul 24, 2023

Georgetown—Harley E. Wilson, 89, peacefully passed away on July 24, 2023, at the Delaware Veterans Home, Milford, DE.

Harley was born and raised in Georgetown, DE.

He retired from DuPont Company and his hobbies included collecting old tractors, antique cars and talking on the phone. Harley proudly served his country in the U.S....

Jul 19, 2023

Richard L. Sapp, Sr., 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 19, 2023.

He and his wife Barbara of 62 years owned and operated the family farm growing vegetables and grains. During the off season, he worked at Wilson’s Auction. He proudly served his country and state as a member of the National Guard, Governor’s...

Jul 9, 2023

Harold “Buck” Wyatt Jr., 66, of Lewes, passed away on Sunday, July 9th, surrounded by his family. He was born January 9th, 1957, in Milford, DE son of the late Harold Wyatt Sr. and Leona (Courtney) Wyatt.

Buck was a 1976 graduate of Sussex Vo Tech where he studied mechanics. He worked as a heavy...

Jul 9, 2023

Sarah Ruth Hudson Layfield, 46, of Georgetown, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family surrounding her on Sunday, July 9, 2023.

She was born in Milford on December 30, 1976, to Charles and Ruth Hudson. Sarah excelled academically and had a great athletic career in high school and college. Sarah was...

Jul 6, 2023

Helen M. Dominguez, 96, of Milford, DE and formerly of Bethlehem, PA, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at The Moorings at Lewes.

Helen was born on September 24, 1926, in Bethlehem, PA to the late Emil and Hermina (Ofchus) Mitman.

Helen was a school nurse in Bethlehem for 44 years before her retirement...

Jul 5, 2023

MILFORD – Hazel Wilhelm Longfellow, passed away on July 5, 2023 at home, with her daughters and beloved dog, Chewy, by her side.

Hazel was born March 12, 1934 in Denton, Maryland to the late Merle and Florence Wilhelm.

She was certified by Del Tech Community College in the Food Service...

Jul 5, 2023

Richard “Skip” L. Webb, 76, of Milford, DE, passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at his home in Milford, DE. He was born to the late William H. Webb Sr. and Catherine (Murphy) Webb on July 17, 1946.

A lifetime native to Delaware, Skip followed in his father’s footsteps as a third-generation farmer with...

Jul 4, 2023

Clifford W. Todd, 79, passed away July 4, 2023, at Bayhealth Hospital in Milford after battling multiple conditions.

Clifford, referred to by family and friends as Toddy, was born July 5, 1943, to Clifford and Constance Todd in Milford.

He wrestled in high school and graduated from Georgetown High School in...

Jun 30, 2023

MILTON – Albert John Smith, 82, passed away at home on Friday, June 30, 2023, while surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home. He was born on September 22, 1940, in Wilmington, the son of the late Annie Morrow Smith and Richard Joseph McEnery Jr.

Al worked at the...

Jun 28, 2023

MILFORD – Tara Coverdale passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Tara was born in Seaford, Delaware to parents, Clark and Sudie (Ellison) Lilly.

Tara was a loving wife, friend, and mother. She loved children so much it led her to open an...

Jun 25, 2023

Oscar G. Pickenheim, 79, of Georgetown, DE, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He was born on July 25, 1943, in Hazleton, PA.

Oscar resided in Landing, NJ. He retired after working 42 years as the manager of Circle Bowl & Entertainment in Ledgewood, NJ, and moved to...

Jun 19, 2023

Barbara J. Myers, 86

LEWES – Barbara J. (Mitchell) Myers passed away peacefully on Monday, June 19, 2023, at the home of her daughter, surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born in Oil City, Pennsylvania, one of two sets of twins, and family of 11 children that were born to...

Jun 18, 2023

Foster Noll “Frosty” passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, June 18, 2023. He was 82.

Foster was born the son of the late Foster and Helen (Sonnon) Noll.

He was well known for his cheerful and optimistic attitude through all things and never shied away from work. Frosty’s friendly presence made...