Obituaries
Carolyn Carter Bell
Mar 5, 2025
Carolyn Carter Bell, passed away on March 5, 2025, in Lewes, Delaware. Born on December 31, 1937, in Lawrence, Kansas, Carolyn's journey through life was defined by her commitment to helping those in need.
For 30 years, Carolyn worked at Tau House in Georgetown, Delaware, where she touched countless lives through her counseling work. Her dedication to assisting people was a...
Gladys R. Wilson
Mar 2, 2025
Obituary for Gladys Wilson
Gladys Wilson, 95, of Georgetown, DE, passed away peacefully at Country Rest Home, Greenwood, DE surrounded by her loving family on March 2, 2025.
She was born on February 23, 1930, in Georgetown, DE to her parents, Charles A. and Ratie (Donovan) Rust.
Gladys retired as a Teacher’s Aid. When she was able, she attended Crossroads Community Church, Georgetown....
Beatrice Alice Whitehead
Mar 1, 2025
Beatrice Alice Whitehead 98 years old passed away quietly at her Lincoln family farm on March 1st (4:20 pm) surrounded by family and loved ones. The beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother will be greatly missed by family and friends. Born July 24th, 1926 in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania to Joseph and Florence Fina, she attended high school and then got a...
Harry Aiken Sr.
Mar 1, 2025
Harry Wesley Aiken, Sr., 90, of Georgetown, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at his home.
Born November 16, 1934 in Barrington, NJ, Harry was the son of the late Clarence and May (Dolby) Aiken. He was the widow of his wife Dottie (Wharton) Aiken.
Harry served his country honorably and faithfully in the United States Army.
Harry was a 1953 graduate...
William Irvin Taylor
Feb 28, 2025
Obituary for William “Bill” Irvin Taylor
William “Bill” Irvin Taylor, Sr, of Milford, DE passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at Bayhealth Hospital, Milford, DE.
Bill was born on April 29, 1939, in Salisbury, MD to his parents, Irvin M. and Stella (Brittingham) Taylor. He married JoAnn Hastings on June 24, 1961.
He served in the Air National Guard for several years....
Darlene T. Vreeland
Feb 28, 2025
Darlene T. Vreeland, a beloved lifetime resident of Delaware, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, DE, where she was surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Born on August 7, 1944, in Georgetown, DE, Darlene was known for her contagious laughter and her generous spirit, which endeared her to all...
Ronald William Morgan
Feb 26, 2025
Ronald William Morgan, a beloved son and friend, passed away on February 26, 2025, at Cooper University Hospital, Camden NJ with his Dad Ronnie Morgan and wife Debbie and his mother Sandi Johnson and companion Bruce Roglitz by his side. Ron was an organ donor saving three lives in passing.
Born on March 3, 1968, at Milford Memorial Hospital in Milford,...
Christopher Alan McCormick
Feb 26, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Christopher Alan McCormick, 60, of Milford on February 26, 2025. Born on November 23, 1964, he was a loving son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend.
Chris, a 1982 Cape Henlopen High School alumnus, had a passion for working on small engines, riding motorcycles, and fishing. He was skilled in...
Barrett E. “Barry” King
2025
Barrett E. “Barry” King died with dignity, comforted by loved ones. After spending part of his youth in Salisbury, Maryland, Barry made his home in Lincoln, where he dedicated much of his working life to King’s Market, the family business founded by his parents.
Barry enjoyed things like baseball, music, and Westerns, as well as cultural ephemera, obscure details and eccentric...
Richard Edward Belote
Feb 24, 2025
Captain Richard Edward Belote, 91 of Lewes, Delaware and formerly of Willis Wharf, Virginia passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on February 24, 2025.
Born in Mappsburg, Virginia, he was the son of the late Edward Belote and Mary Blanche Doughty Belote. Captain Belote was employed with the Virginia Ferry Company,
The Delaware Bay and River Authority...
Nancy Elizabeth Williams
Feb 23, 2025
Nancy Elizabeth (Tunis) Williams, 78
MILFORD – Nancy Elizabeth Williams passed away peacefully at her granddaughter's home, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Nancy was born in Lewes, De daughter of the late Frank A. and Dorlena (Baynum) Tunis. She was raised and attended school in Milton. She was a loving homemaker who enjoyed being with her family....
Else M. Ruediger
Feb 23, 2025
Else Marie (Mogck) Ruediger, 92, of Georgetown, Delaware, and formerly of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, entered into eternal rest in the early morning hours of February 23, 2025.
Else was born in Alexandrowka, Bessarabia, on September 14, 1932, to Johannes and Elsa (Sucko) Mogck. She spent most of her early years in Germany. She and her late husband, Heinz Ruediger, immigrated to the...
Sarah Veronica Sullivan
Feb 23, 2025
Sarah, 96, known to everyone as Sadie, passed away on February 23, 2025 in the comfort of her home. She was the fifth of a family of 10 children - 3 boys and 7 girls. Born in Coleraine Northern Ireland to Samuel and Annie Creelman on May 27, 1928.
Sadie was blessed with much beauty. Her father apparently said to her...
Catherine G. "Cathy" Carey
Feb 23, 2025
MILTON – Catherine G. Carey passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2025 at Beebe Healthcare after a brief illness.
Cathy was born in Milford, daughter of the late Clifford and Doris (Chandler) Legates. She graduated from Milton High School in the class of 1966. After graduation she attended cosmetology school and enjoyed being a stylist for her family members. In...
Geoffrey Paul Fernald
Feb 22, 2025
Geoffrey Paul Lancaster-Fernald passed away peacefully on February 22nd, 2025 at his home in Milford, Delaware surrounded by his loving family.
Geoff as he was known to family and friends was born on November 5th, 1934 in New York City to the late Paul R. Fernald and Kathryn Miley Fernald. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Lee...
Michael M Blakeley
Feb 21, 2025
Michael M. Blakeley, 67, of Georgetown, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025.
He was born on October 16, 1957, in Milford, DE as the son of John and Marguerite Blakeley.
Michael was a mechanic at Blakeley's Garage in Georgetown. Those who knew Michael knew he enjoyed fishing and deer hunting and was into classic cars.
In addition to his parents, he is...
Kevin Davis
Feb 19, 2025
Kevin Arthur Davis, 54 of Seaford, died unexpectedly on February 19th. Born on April 27, 1970 in Seaford De, he was the son of the late Arthur and Evelyn Davis Jr. Kevin was a talented auto body technician for nearly forty years, most recently working for First State Chevrolet. He also ran his own body shop K D’s Body and...
Deborah J. Mitchell
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...
Luise K. Combs
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...
William L. Sapp
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...
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