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10/22/04

Hoyt Harrison Hitchens,
state supervisor
Hoyt Harrison Hitchens, 86, a lifelong resident of Georgetown, died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004 at Bayhealth at Milford Memorial.
Mr. Hitchens was a supervisor for the Delaware Department of Transportation for many years, retiring in 1980. He enjoyed playing cards, selling used cars and visiting the sick. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Hitchens, in 1973; a live-in companion, Emma Stevenson; a brother; and two sisters.
He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Bob and Joan Hitchens and Bill and Shirley Hitchens; a daughter and son-in-law, Kay and Ronnie Mumford; two brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Bernice Hitchens and Don and Sydney Hitchens. All of these relatives are from Georgetown. He is also survived by two sisters and a brother-in-law, Marie and Robert Ellingsworth and Kathryn Meredith, all of Ellendale; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 1 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 24, at Short Funeral Services, 609 E. Market St., Georgetown, where friends may call at noon. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Georgetown.
Contributions are suggested to Delaware Hospice, 600 DuPont Hwy., Georgetown DE 19947.



Blanche M. Joseph,
retired seamstress
Blanche M. Joseph, 92, of Millsboro, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2004, at Harbor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Lewes.
Mrs. Joseph was born in Millsboro and was a retired seamstress. She was employed by Evadnes Dress Shop in Lewes for many years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Moulten B. Joseph, in 1976.
She is survived by her son, Rufus Joseph; a daughter, Nancy Burbage; three grandsons, two step grandsons; two granddaughters; four great-grandchildren; and three step great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 22, at the Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, Long Neck Road, Millsboro, where friends may call after 1 p.m. Burial will be in Bethel Methodist Cemetery, Lewes.
Contributions are suggested to Henlopen Grange for Cancer Research, 16753 Coastal Highway, Lewes, DE 19958.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services, Long Neck.



Raymond MacCrory,
computer programmer
Raymond (John) MacCrory, 69, of Rehoboth Beach, died Monday, Oct. 18, 2004, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
Mr. MacCrory was born on Dec. 20, 1934, in Philadelphia, Pa. He resided in Glendora, N.J. , and graduated from Haddenfield High School. He spent three years of active duty in the U.S. Army. Most of his career was spent as a computer programmer/ analyst, contract specialist for the U.S. Department of Energy, retiring in 1990. He had also been part time owner of Prince George’s Engraving, retiring in 1999 when he moved to Rehoboth Beach. He worked for two summers with the Dewey Beach Police Department. He was an esteemed member of the Jaycees in New Jersey, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland and was a member of the VA J.C.I Senate.
He is survived by his wife Jean MacCrory; three children, Dennis, Wayne and Karen; and two sisters, Margaret Maxson and Helene Burris.
Services were held at the Lutheran Church of Our Savior.
Contributions are suggested to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, ALS Division, 8501 LaSalle Road, Room 106, Towson, MD 21286. 
Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes.



Robert S. Wright III,
NCR district manager
Robert S. Wright III, 79, of Palm Springs, Calif., died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2004, in Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs. He had been a Palm Springs resident for 40 years.
Mr. Wright was born in Chester, Pa., the son of the late Robert Spencer Wright Jr. and Roberta Rhodes Wright.
He served in the U.S. Navy in World War II from 1943 to 1946. He was a district service manager for National Cash Register Corp. (NCR) for 43 years before his retirement. He was a charter member of the Desert Island Country Club in Palm Springs from 1972 until his death. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 0519 and Elks Lodge 1905 in Palm Springs.
He is survived by a son, Robert H. Wright, and his wife Carol of Lewes; a sister, Anne Wright Harrison, and her husband Jerry of West Chester, Pa.; a brother, Richard D. Wright and his wife, Jane of Wilmington; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 23, at the Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 2316 Providence Ave., Chester, Pa. Burial will be in Lawn Croft Cemetery, Linwood, Pa. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.
Contributions are suggested to Desert Regional Medical Center, 1150 N. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 or the American Heart Association.



Elizabeth Rhodes,
musician
Elizabeth “Betty” Rhodes, 80, of Springfield, Pa., died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004, in Springfield.
Mrs. Rhodes was born Jan. 25, 1924, in Philadelphia, daughter of the late George Leslie Gooden and Lucile Satterfield Gooden.
She played clarinet in the band and piano with the chorus at Dover High School, Dover, from which she graduated in 1941. In 1945, she graduated from Lebanon Valley College in Annville, where she was a music major.
After college, she returned home to Dover, where she taught piano and played the organ at People’s United Church of Christ. In 1947, she married the love of her life, Kenneth Rhodes, who was a native of England. They moved to Havertown, Pa., and raised three children and continued, successfully, to pursue their love of music. She played the organ in Church of the Covenant and Ebenezer, while Mr. Rhodes taught piano and accompanied various club bands. Sadly, Mr. Rhodes died peacefully while he and Mrs. Rhodes were visiting England in 1991.
Mrs. Rhodes was a lover of animals and an avid bridge player. She enjoyed the time she had with her children every summer vacation in New Hampshire. She was very lucky to have her oldest son, Douglas and his wife, Pat. They were always there to lend a hand.
She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Douglas and Pat Rhodes of Drexel Hill, Pa., and Stewart and Susan Rhodes of Harrisburg; a daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Chuck Kessler of Kenosha, Wis.; five grandchildren, Griffin Rhodes and Alaina Rhodes, both of Harrisburg, and Eric Kessler, Joy Kessler and Julie Kessler, all of Kenosha; a sister, Sarah Hastings of Dover; two nephews, Jeff Hastings of Dover and David Hastings of Rehoboth Beach; and three nieces, Beth Hastings, Carol Hastings and Nancy Jaywork of Dover.
Services were held in Ebenezer Church, Havertown, with burial in Valley Forge Memorial Gardens.



Harry C. Schrader,
Air Force veteran
Harry C. (Chriss) Schrader, 64, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2004.
Chris was the son of Charles and Sara Jane and the loving husband of Irene.
He was born in Cannonsburg, Pa., and was a resident of Verona and Penn Hills, Pa. for over 40 years. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and a member of the Iron Workers Union Local 3 in Pittsburgh. Since the mid-80’s, Chriss had resided in Ocean-Pines/Berlin, Md., Stroudsburg, Pa., and Millville/Dagsboro, De.
Chriss is survived by his wife, Irene; brothers, Charles and Gordon; sister, Barbara; sons, Ronald, Daniel and David; and grandchildren, Hayden and Paige.
Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 22, at 11 a.m. at the Bethany Chapel of Melson Funeral Services on West Ave. in Ocean View. Interment will be in Mariner’s Bethel Cemetery in Ocean View.
Flowers are acceptable, or contributions may be made in ChrisS's memory to the Salvation Army Chapter of Choice.



Timoteo (Billy) Baiz
General-maintenance worker
Timoteo (Billy) Baiz, 73, of Millsboro, formerly of Rehoboth Beach, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2004 in his home.
Baiz was born Jan. 24, 1931, in Puerto Rico.
He is survived by his guardian and longtime friend, Adonest J. Hall Sr. of Millsboro.
Memorial services will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, in the home of his friend, Hall, at 24909 Cannon Road, Millsboro.
Burial will be private.
Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home Inc., Millsboro.



Elaine K. Downey
Contract bridge player
Elaine K. Downey, 78, went to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 18, 2004, at Christiana Hospital.
She joined her husband, William F. Downey, Sr. and her eldest son, William F. Downey, Jr., who passed away on Mar. 5, 2004.
Downey was born in Cleveland, Oh., but spent over 50 years in De. She enjoyed anything with bright, warm sunlight, and golf, travel and spending time at the beach. Downey was an avid reader, but her passion was playing cards. She attained the Life Master Level of Contract Bridge, a distinction she shared with her husband. Downey was also an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan.
She is survived by her daughter, Kathy LaFashia and her daughter, Antoinette, of Wilmington; son, Brian Downey, Sr. and his wife, Joy, of Newark and their children, Brian and Jeff (twins), Deanna and Brad; daughter, Karen Stoppel of New Castle, with whom she lived, and her children, Melissa, Leigh and Matthew and Mark (twins); son, Blair Downey of Dover and his children, Blair Jr. and Christopher; daughter, Robin Satterly and her husband, Jeff, of Key West, Fl., and their children, Erik, Robin and Rachel (twins); son, Bobby Downey and his wife, Susan, of San Antonio, Tx. And their children, Tara, Robert, Jr., Chase, Alexandra and Elizabeth; son, Michael Downey and his wife, Denise, of Wilmington and their children, Ashley and Alexis; granddaughter, Allison Downey of Lewes, daughter of the late Bill, Jr.; 10 great grandchildren; and twin brother and sister, Bernard Kennedy of Az., and Bernadine Savage of Fl.
A funeral service was held at the Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 N. DuPont Parkway, New Castle.
Interment will be private.
To send condolences, visit www.spicer-mullikinfuneralhomes.com
(302) 328-2213.



William E. Hudson,
self-employed painter
William E. Hudson, 74, of Selbyville, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2004, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Irma Williams Hudson, in 1991; his father and mother, Elisha and Gladys Hudson; and his sister, Lois H. Stevens.
Bill was a retired self-employed painter and also owned Hudson’s Sonoco on Route 50 for 20 years.
He is survived by his long-time companion, Doti Balenger of Selbyville; two daughters, ToRue Spicer of Dagsboro and Caryn Duncan of Selbyville; two grandsons, C.R. Smith and his wife, Amy, of Milton, Ricky Duncan of Selbyville; and a great-grandson, Jake Smith of Milton.
A private graveside service will be held at Roxana Cemetery for family members only. The Rev. Fred Duncan will officiate.
Contributions are suggested to American Cancer Society, Sussex County Unit, P.O. Box 163, Salisbury, MD 21805, or American Heart Association, Sussex Chapter, 600 DuPont Hwy., Georgetown DE 19947.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Frankford.

10/19/04

Walter J. Blaha,
retired consultant
Walter J. Blaha, 78, of Millsboro, died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2004, at the Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md.
Mr. Blaha was born in Elizabeth, NJ., the only child of the late John and Elizabeth Blaha. He was an Eagle Scout prior to his service as a World War II veteran and graduated in 1952 from the University of Maryland earning a bachelor’’s degree in the School of Engineering, starting his career in Baltimore.
Mr. Blaha had a rewarding career in the activated carbon industry, retiring from ATO Chemical in 1989.
He continued to serve the industry with his expert advice as a consultant after his retirement from ATO.
Mr. Blaha moved to Millsboro in 1991 and became very active in Mary, Mother of Peace Roman Catholic Church as an usher, member of the St. Vincent De Paul Society and as Past Faithful Navigator and Color Corp as a 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
His many activities in the community included membership in the Lions Club, Oak Orchard-Riverdale Post 28 American Legion, Millsboro Art League, and as a volunteer in the Meals on Wheels program.
He was also active in the Hunter’s Point Homeowners Association as secretary for several terms. The outpouring of sympathy and good will from his church and community speaks as a tribute of his many contributions to the community and lives he touched.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Constance V. Blaha, who remains in ICU at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes; two children, Cynthia Lamb and John Blaha and wife Eileen; two grandchildren, Carolyn Lamb and James Lamb; and two grand dogs, Mac and Corky.
Funeral arrangements will be handled by Melson Funeral Services of Long Neck and announced at a later date. Interment will be in the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery South in Millsboro.



Mildred Bevis Hughes,
retired from service
Mildred Bevis Hughes, 87, of Rehoboth Beach, and formerly of Wilmington, died on Friday, Oct. 15, 2004, at her residence.
She was born on January 27, 1917, in Wilmington, daughter of the late Paul D. Bevis and Anna Rodman Bevis.
Mrs. Hughes was a 1935 graduate of Wilmington High School, and had worked at Continental Insurance, for the Delaware General Assembly, and for New Castle County Government in the offices of Prothonotary’s, County Engineers’ and the Recorder of Deeds, retiring in 1970.
She had also helped her husband build the Hughes Security Service.
She had been involved with many organizations over the years including Rebeccas, Republican Party in New Castle County, Rehoboth Village Improvement Association, Epworth United Methodist Church, Rehoboth Beach Country Club as well as several local bridge groups.
She was preceded in death by her husband, former state senator Charles “Pete” Hughes, in March of 2004.
She is survived by her daughters, Doris Latta of Greenville, S.C., and Judith Bryan of Rehoboth Beach; three grandchildren, Steven Latta, Janis Lopez, and Karen Pickard; and one great grandson, Ryan Thomas Pickard.
Memorial services will be held at noon, Tuesday, Oct. 19, at Epworth U.M. Church in Rehoboth Beach, with the Rev. Jack Abel officiating.
Private burial will be at All Saints Cemetery, Angola.
Contributions are suggested to the Epworth United Methodist Church, 20 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach DE 19971 or to Delaware Hospice, Southern Division, 600 DuPont Highway, Georgetown DE 19947
Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes,



Marie Kealy,
retired secretary
Marie Kealy of Chapel Green, Lewes, and formerly of Hazleton, Pa., died Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes.
Born in Hazleton, she was the daughter of the late James and Margaret Piccarisi. She moved to Brooklyn, N.Y., where she worked as a secretary for the federal government and relocated to Lewes. Preceding her in death were her husband, William Kealy, and brother-in-law, Edward Snyder.
She is survived by a son, Bill, and his wife Denise, of Patchogue, N.Y.; grandsons Keith and Brian; a sister, Elvira Snyder of Lewes, with whom she resided; and a nephew, James Snyder.
Funeral services were held in Hazleton with burial in the Most Precious Blood Cemetery, Hazleton. Friends are invited to a memorial service at 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 24, in the Carriage Museum in Georgetown.



Lillian H. Richter,
retired artist
Lillian H. Richter, 86, of Warwick, Md., died Monday, Oct. 11, 2004, at the Laurelwood Nursing Home in Elkton, Md.
Mrs. Richter was born in Wilmington to the late John W. and Lillie D. Procter Sandtrum. She was married for 56 years to the late John Richter. She was an artist and accomplished in all mediums.
She was preceded in death by a grandson.
She is survived by a son, John W. Richter II of Englewood, Fla.; two daughters, Joann Richter of New Castle and Jac W. Richter of Pocono Pines, Pa.; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one sister, Helen Green of Lewes.
Services were private.
Contributions are suggested to Northern Chesapeake Hospice Foundation, 229 E. Main St., Elkton, MD 21921.



Frank L. Reed Jr.,
former local resident
Frank L. Reed Jr., 67, of Estero, Fla., and formerly of Milford and Rehoboth Beach, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2004, of complications of prostate cancer, at home.
Mr. Reed was born Nov. 5, 1936, in Milford. He had lived in Estero for 10 years.
He was a member of Cypress Lake Presbyterian Church, Fort Myers.
He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia A. Reed; two sons, Frank L. Reed III of Gainseville, Fla., and Christopher H. Reed of Milford; a daughter and son-in-law, Carrie L. and Ronald Sigmon of Roanoke, Va.; four grandchildren, Christopher Sigmon, Nicholas Sigmon, Victoria Sigmon and Dalton Sigmon, all of Roanoke; his father, Frank L. Reed Sr. of the Country Rest Home in Greenwood; his mother, Marguerite Reed of Lincoln; two sisters and two brothers-in-law, Charlotte and Howard Kirsch of Lewes and Joan and Wilson Morgan of Lincoln; and his little girl, “Marlies.”
A celebration of his life was held in Cypress Lake Presbyterian Church, Fort Myers, Fla. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Epworth United Methodist Church, Rehoboth Beach.
Contributions are suggested to Hope Hospice, 27970 Crown Lake Blvd., Bonita Springs, FL 34135. Arrangements by Horizon Funeral Home, Fort Myers.

Delores A. Brittingham,
seamstress
Delores Ann Brittingham, 59, of Georgetown, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2004, in Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, Seaford.
Mrs. Brittingham was born in Salisbury, Md., the daughter of the late Clayton H. and Louise Marie Wells Revel.
She was a seamstress for several area sewing factories before her retirement due to disability.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Brittingham, in 1999.
She is survived by five brothers, Bruce Revel and Jeffrey Revel, both of Millsboro, Donald Wells of Milford, David Revel of Dagsboro and Clayton Revel Jr. of Seaford; three sisters, Carolyn Werner and Susan Mayer, both of Millsboro and Deborah Boyneuyri of Dagsboro; and several nieces and nephews.
Services were held in Carey’s Cemetery, Millsboro.
Contributions are suggested to the Georgetown CHEER Center, 546 S. Bedford Street, Georgetown DE 19947.



Donelda M. Burton,
Burton’s Chapel member
Donelda M. Burton, 83, of Lincoln, formerly of Millsboro, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2004, in the Harrison House of Georgetown.
Mrs. Burton was born in Lewes, daughter of the late Jacob and Nellie Daisey Draine.
She was a member of the Burton’s Chapel Church near Milton.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry C. Burton Jr.
She is survived by two sisters, Anna Louise Coursey of Lincoln and Hilda Mosley of Bridgeton, N.J.; and several nieces and nephews.
Services were held in Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, with burial in Christ’s Church Cemetery, near Harbeson.



Rachel M. Crowers,
First grader
Rachel M. Crowers, 6, of King of Prussia, Pa., died peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2004, at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Rachel was born Jan. 29, 1998, in Bryn Mawr, Pa., the daughter of Steven M. and Jeanne M. Vance Crowers.
She was a first grade student at Candlebrook Elementary School in King of Prussia.
She is survived by her loving parents, Steven M. and Jeanne M. Crowers; her sister, Danielle J. Crowers, at home; her paternal grandmother, Beverly M. (Osterley) Crowers of Sharon Hill, Pa.; her maternal grandparents, Joseph W. and Joan M. (Shamansky) Vance of Lewes; her paternal great-grandmother, Sadie (Marcheson) Osterley of Prospect Park, Pa.; and many aunts and uncles.
Services and burial were private.
Contributions are suggested to the Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation, 274 Madison Avenue, Suite 1301, New York, NY 10016.



John L. “Jack” Turner,
Decorated veteran
John L. “Jack” Turner, 80, of Wildwood, N.J., and formerly of Delaware, died suddenly Monday, Oct. 11, 2004, at home.
Born in Worcester, Mass., he had been a Wildwood resident for the past 15 years. Mr. Turner was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Air Force as gunnery sergeant with the B26 Marauder Division. He flew numerous dangerous missions in Europe, including D-Day.
Mr. Turner was a member of the VFW in Newark before moving to New Jersey. He enjoyed playing golf and was a member of the Wildwood Country Club until ailing health prevented his ability to play. He was also a member of the Wildwood Lions Club. He was a very outgoing man and loved going to University of Delaware games with his many friends He also loved watching the Phillies over many seasons. As his health became increasingly difficult, he became a frequent visitor to the Cape May County Zoo and loved to spend the day walking and enjoying wildlife. He will be remembered by his children for his passion, determination and never ending desire to see his children succeed.
He is survived by four children, Michael of Hilton Head, N.C., John of Landenberg, Pa., Joan Williamson of Lewes and Toni Ann Lindsay of Newark; 12 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
A graveside service was held in Cape May County Veterans’ Cemetery, Cape May Court House, N.J.
Contributions are suggested to St. Ann’s Church, Wildwood, N.J. 08260.



Clarence David Webb,
retired from U.S. Air Force
Clarence David Webb, 57, died Friday, Oct. 15, 2004.
He was born July 22, 1947, son of the late Margarette A. and Richard M. Webb.
He retired from the U.S. Air Force after 24 years of active duty and returned home to Sussex County. At the time of his death, he was employed by Vic’s A-1 Towing in Georgetown.
He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Randall Lee.
He is survived by a sister, Judy, and her husband, Bill Lawson of Georgetown; a brother, Richard, and his wife Connie of Dagsboro; a daughter, Tina; and four nieces, Robin Esham, Amber Welch, Karen Carey and Tara Quillen. He will also be greatly missed by K.C. and by several aunts, uncles and friends.
The burial will be private at the Delaware Veterans Cemetery, Stockley. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Dave’s memory to the Home of the Brave Foundation Inc. at 5532 Sharp’s Road, Milford DE 19963 would be appreciated.
Arrangements are by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Dodd-Carey Chapel, Georgetown, DE 19947.



Patricia Ann Smith
patient care coordinator
Patricia Ann Smith, 55, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2004, at her home near Georgetown.
She was born Nov. 22, 1948, in Milford, the daughter of the late Carlton E. and Elizabeth Carpenter Mitchell.
Mrs. Smith was a registered nurse working for Beebe Medical Center in Lewes for the past 34 years. She started as a staff nurse and worked her way up to the position of patient care coordinator.
She previously attended the Milton Wesleyan Church in Milton. She was an alumnae of the Beebe Nursing School, member of the Orthopedic Nurses Association, faithful contributor to the Beebe Medical Center’s Vision 2005 campaign, past member of the Georgetown Little League, and present member of the Millsboro Little League where she served as a volunteer.
She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Robert N. Smith; three children, Robert N. Smith II and his wife Sandi of Rehoboth Beach, Lori S. Bishop and her husband Rick of Greensboro, Md., and Christopher E. Smith and his wife Leighann of Millsboro; Donna Baker of Millsboro, a very close friend who was like a sister; six grandchildren, Alex, Morgan, Emily, Trey, Carter and Lilly; and two step grandchildren, Garrett and Chandley.
Memorial services will be at 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 Washington St., Millsboro, where friends may call one hour before the service.
Chaplain Larry Lilly will officiate. Burial will be private.
The family suggests contributions to the Tunnell Cancer Center at Beebe Medical Center, 424 Savannah Road, Lewes DE 19958.



Joyce Arden Moore,
devoted to family
Joyce Arden Moore, 79, a lifelong resident of Rehoboth Beach, died Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004, at home after a courageous three year battle with cancer.
Joyce was the youngest of five children born to Ralph and Myrtle Wingate. Ralph was elected mayor of Rehoboth Beach in 1927 and again in 1929. She devoted her life to her family, raising two children, serving as primary caretaker to her mother in later years and providing assistance to other family members during times of need. She received her strength from her family and was happiest when she could be helpful to others.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Loren; a son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Marion Moore of Lewes; a son, Shawn Moore and his companion, Ruth, of Rehoboth Beach; a grandson, Shawn; a brother, Jay Wingate of Rehoboth Beach; a sister, Shirley Lipp of Gaithersburg, Md.; and many nieces and nephews.
A private graveside service will be held at Epworth Cemetery in Rehoboth Beach. The family suggests contributions to Delaware Hospice, 600 N. DuPont Hwy., Suite 107, Georgetown DE 19947, who provided her with such loving care.

10/15/04

Helen Downs Morris,
Sunday school teacher
Helen Downs Morris, 79, of rural Lewes passed away Wednesday, Oct, 13, 2004, at her residence. She was born in Lewes, March 15, 1925, to the late Sidney L. and Mary McGee Downs, native Sussex Countians.
Helen graduated from Lewes High School, Class of 1943. She was employed as a civilian with Post Engineers, Fort Miles.
Helen married John W. “Jack” Morris in 1950. They owned and operated Jack’s Trailer Park on the site of Rehoboth Mall from mid-1950s until the mid 1980s. Helen was baptized in Groome United Methodist Church as an infant and she remained faithful in attendance and service to the church until her recent illness. She taught Sunday school for many years and was the communion steward for 30 years.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Morris was preceded in death by her daughter, April Beauchamp; and her brother Sidney L. Downs, Jr.
In addition to her husband, Jack, she is survived by her daughter Patricia Morris; and her sister Hazel D. Brittingham, all of Lewes. She also leaves behind two grandchildren Shelly Beauchamp of Brigantine, N.J., and John Beauchamp of Lewes; her former son-in-law Gary Price of Lewes; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Friday, Oct. 15, at 4 p.m., at Parsell Funeral Homes, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Bethel Methodist Cemetery, Lewes, in the company of her parents and paternal grandparents and great-grandparents, the latter being the first Sidney L. Downs born in 1839.
The family suggests contributions be made to Groome United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 299, Lewes, DE 19958.



Helen M.B. McWhorter,
Lighthouse artist
Helen Morehead Ball McWhorter, 100, of Wilmington and Rehoboth Beach, died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2004 in Lewes Convalescent Center.
She was born on May 17, 1904 in Wilmington, the daughter of the late James and Ada Cornelia Elliott Ball. Her father was a 47-year veteran conductor for the Pennsylvania Railroad; her mother was a dress maker and milliner.
Mrs. McWhorter was a graduate of Wilmington High School. She was employed by Wilmington Trust Company in Wilmington prior to her marriage to Harold Meeds McWhorter in 1934. During her middle years, she returned to work for the National Association of Infantile Paralysis and in her later years, she worked for the Division of Aging and enjoyed part-time work with Strawbridge and Clothier. In her late seventies, she became an artist. Her lighthouses were notable.
She is survived by her daughter, Pastor Maxine McWhorter Ungerbuehler and her husband Charles M. Ungerbuehler; two granddaughters, Bette Brice Brasure and her husband Darrell, and Cheryl Brice Moore and her husband Bruce Holland; and a grandson, Shane Meeds Brice and his wife Saliecha; three great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
Services will be 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 15, at the Christ Episcopal Church Cemetery, Second and Church Street, Milford. Contributions are suggested to Casa San Francisco, 127 Broad Street, Milton, DE 19968.
Arrangements by Lofland Funeral Home, Milford.



Gordon Roy Davis,
Rehoboth firefighter
Gordon Roy Davis, 55, of Lewes, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2004, at his residence.
Mr. Davis was born in Keene, N.H., the son of Leonard Davis and Velma “LaBelle” Davis of Richmond, NH.
Gordon was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Seaford. He was also a member of the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company since retiring to Delaware in 2000. Prior to that, he served as a member of the District of Columbia Fire Department for almost 15 years, and with the Myrtle Beach Fire & Rescue Squad from 1980 to 1985.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Davis is survived by his wife Kathleen Eva “Clark” Davis; five daughters, Tracey Davis, Tammy Kelley, Deanna Bryson, Kathryn Wharton, and Sherry Davis; three sons, Matthew Davis, Brandon Davis, and William Clark; two sisters, Wendy Payne and Lynn Adams; two brothers, Gary Davis, and Joseph Davis; and 25 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Theresa Davis, and his son, Michael Davis.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, where the family will receive friends from 10:30 to 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 15. A funeral service will be held at the Atkins-Lodge Chapel at 11 a.m. Friday, with Bishop Dan Ballard officiating. Interment will be at Epworth Methodist Cemetery in Rehoboth Beach.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company, PO Box 327, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.



Robert “Bob” A. Palko,
Rehoboth resident
Robert “Bob” A. Palko, 59, of Rehoboth Beach, died Friday, Oct. 8, 2004, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
Mr. Palko was born Dec. 5, 1944 in Pottsville, Pa. He was the son of the late Joseph Palko and the late Mary Palko.
He is survived by his companion of 31 years, William B. Richardson of Rehoboth Beach; one sister, Mary Yasenbousky of Yardley, Pa.; and one brother, Bernard Palko of Matarie, La.
Services and burial were private.
Contributions are suggested to a charity of choice.
Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes..



Donald C. McKaskill,
Piping superintendent
Donald Calder McKaskill, 72, of Millsboro, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2004, at Beebe Medical Center.
Don McKaskill was a loving husband, adored father and cherished grandfather known as Pappy. He served his country in the Air Force and was a veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Bechtel Corporation as a piping superintendent.
Don is survived by his wife of 42 years, Suzanne; three daughters, Suzy, Mia and Jaime McKaskill; three grandchildren, Marisa, Zane and Matthew; a sister, Calder Degner and her husband Gerald of Fallon, N.V.; brothers-in-law, Donnie Nolan of Phoenix, Az., Jimmy Nolan of Ravena, N.Y. and their families; sisters-in-law, Michele Westfield and Nanette Bomba and their families of Pennsville, N.J. and their families; son-in-law, Stevan Sheek; and adopted daughter Lisa Yamakawa.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 16, at Melson Funeral Services, Long Neck Road. Burial will be private.
Contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society, 1138 Parsons Rd., Salisbury, MD 21803-0163.

10/12/04

Donald L. Richter,
RCA record manager
Donald L. Richter, 83, of Millsboro, died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2004, at home surrounded by his family.
He was a graduate of Iowa State University and a member of the Alpha Theta Omega fraternity. He was a veteran of World War II, serving as a U.S. Army captain in the signal corps. He worked as a record manager for RCA Victor. He was an avid wood carver and his favorite subject was the American eagle. In his retirement, he enjoyed boating and playing golf and was a past commodore of the Indian River Yacht Club. He was a member of the Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Rehoboth Beach, AARP, the Rehoboth Art League and the Audio Engineering Society.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Caroline Richter; two children, Gretchen Pippin and her husband Chris of Millsboro, and Kyle Richter of Ellicott City, Md.; two brothers, Roger Richter of Laguna Woods, Calif.; and Howard Richter of Murrieta, Calif.; and a grandson, Nicholas Pippin of Millsboro.
A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, in the Lutheran Church of Our Savior, 7 Bay Vista Road, Rehoboth Beach. Burial will be private.
Contributions are suggested to Delaware Hospice, 600 DuPont Highway, Georgetown DE 19947 or to Lutheran Church of Our Savior.


Wallace S. Brohawn Sr.,
Pipefitters member
Wallace S. Brohawn Sr., 83, of Wilmington, died Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2004.
Mr. Brohawn was a member of Pipefitters Local 74 for 48 years. He served in the U.S. Army as a member of the 82nd Airborne Division during World War II.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lillian Brohawn; his sons, Wallace Jr. and his wife Rose, Terry and his wife, Linda, all of Newark; Michael and his wife Paula, of Wilmington; his daughter, Deborah Winder and her husband Charles of Newark; his son David, of Wilmington; his brother, Howard “Turk” Brohawn of Rehoboth Beach; his sister, Rosalie Hill of Lewes; his grandchildren, Steven, Jeffrey, Lesley, Shawn, Lauren, Stephanie, Darren and Devyn; and his great-granddaughter, Jordan.
Services were held at Doherty Funeral Home, Pike Creek, with burial in Delaware Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, Bear.
Contributions are suggested to Foxwood Manor, Employee Appreciation Fund, Attn: Healthcare Administrator, 1912 Marsh Road, Wilmington DE 19810.


Sarah Ann Turpin,
housekeeper
Sarah Ann Turpin, 98, of Denton, Md., died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2004, in Ruxton Nursing Center, Denton.
Mrs. Turpin grew up and spent her entire life in Denton, as well as spending many summers in Rehoboth Beach. She treasured the many friends she made in Delaware over the years. She was a homemaker and a housekeeper for the Lynam and Anna M. Lynch families. She was a member of Bells Chapel AME Church, where she was in the missionary society and was a stewardess emeritus.
She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Howard Turpin, in 1955, and a son-in-law, Clarence B. Steward, on Aug. 7, 2004.
She is survived by two daughters, Hilda Wilson of Denton and Pauline T. Stewart of Lewes; a sister, Martha Coursey of Denton; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
Services were held in Bells Chapel AME Church, Denton, with burial in Spring Grove Cemetery, Denton.


Pauline R. Thompson,
retired nurse
Pauline Reed Thompson, 83, of Lewes, died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2004.
Mrs. Thompson was born Aug. 9, 1921 in Elk Mills, Md., the daughter of the late Howard and Hilda Kay Reed. She was raised in Newark and graduated from Newark High School.
Mrs. Thompson was a graduate of Memorial School of Nursing in Wilmington, where she graduated with honors. She worked in the emergency room, in pediatrics and as head operating room nurse. She was also a private duty nurse for the du Pont families and Frank W. Diver and his family. She nursed soldiers who came home from war and was referred to by them as their “angel of mercy.”
She raised her children in Wilmington and retired in 1975 to Lewes. She was an active member of Baldwin United Methodist Church, Elk Mills, Md., Cedar Crest United Methodist in Wilmington and the United Methodist Church, Ocean City, Md., where she spent summers at her beach house on First and Philadelphia streets.
She was preceded in death by her firstborn son, William Howard Thompson; a granddaughter, Ginger L. Bliler; and William O. Thompson Sr.
She is survived by her children, Kay M. Thompson of Clayton; William O. Thompson Jr. of Wilmington; Anne P. Kabino of Middletown; Lynn Ellen Bliler of Dover; Hope Thompson Mitchell of Lewes; and Thomas Nelson Thompson of Rehoboth Beach; 15 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Private services were held at Cherry Hill United Methodist Church, Cherry Hill, Md., with burial in Cherry Hill Methodist Cemetery.
Contributions are suggested to Cherry Hill United Methodist Church Building Fund, c/o Hicks Home for Funerals, 103 W. Stockton Street, Elkton, MD 21921.


Richard Everhart,
Defense Dept. artist
Richard Everhart, 90, of Gettysburg, Pa., died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2004, at The Gettysburg Lutheran Retirement Village.
Mr. Everhart was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Gettysburg where he sang in the church choir for many years. A veteran of WWII serving with the U.S. Army in the South Pacific, Mr. Everhart later worked as an artist with the U.S. Department of Defense in Washington, D.C., from 1946 until his retirement in 1973. Mr. Everhart is survived by his second wife, Susan Wentz Everhart; his first wife, the late Jean Spangler Everhart, died in 1989. He is also survived by a sister, Rachel E. Wolff of Gettysburg; a brother, Bill C. Everhart of Reston, Va.; and a number of nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Philip R. Everhart.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 12, at St. James Lutheran Church with the Rev. Michael A. Allwein officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends after the service in the church social room. Contributions are suggested to St. James Lutheran Church, 109 York St., Gettysburg, Pa. 17325; Adams County Library, 140 Baltimore St., Gettysburg PA.; or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3293, Gettysburg, PA. Arrangements by Monahan Funeral home, Gettysburg.


Rhoda E. Ellingsworth,
retired manager
Rhoda E. Ellingsworth, 73, of Greenwood, died Saturday, Oct. 9, 2004, surrounded by her family in her home. Mrs. Ellingsworth graduated from Bridgeville High School Class of 1949. She was a manager at Greenwood Manufacturing Co. for 17 years. She was preceded in death by her son, Frank V. Jones; a brother, Donald Records; and a sister, Helen Abbott.
She is survived by her husband of 22 years, Frank Ellingsworth; two daughters and sons-in-law, Sandy and Dale Willey of Bridgeville, and Janet “Petie” and Steve Adams of Greenwood; a son, Nelson V. Jones Jr. of Lewes; a sister, Barbara Williams of Greenwood; three grandchildren, DJ and Michael Willey and Tara Jones; and two great-grandchildren, Pilar and Lala Willey.
Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Fleischauer Funeral Home, 48 W. Market St., Greenwood. Services will be at 1 p,m., Thursday, Oct. 14, at the funeral home and burial will be in Ellendale Cemetery.


Margery Hoffich,
retired seamstress
Margery Hoffich, 94, of Lewes and formerly of Bethlehem, Pa. and Manahawkin, N.J., died Monday, Oct. 11, 2004, at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes.
She was a seamstress for many years, retiring in 1972. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, Oct. 3, 2004. She is survived by two nieces, Adela Gladwell with whom she lived in Lewes; Diana Kutka of Fishkill, N.Y.; a grandniece, Jennifer Dahlia; a grandnephew, Jason Kutka; and a great-grandniece, Elizabeth Kutka. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Conley’s United Methodist Church, Angola, where friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Friends may also call Tuesday, Oct. 12, from 7 to 8 p.m., at Melson Funeral Services, Long Neck Road. Burial will be in Conley’s United Methodist Cemetery. Contributions are suggested to Conley’s U.M. Chapel New Church Building Fund, 22150 Robinsonville Rd., Lewes DE 19958.

10/08/04

Shirley Jean Manning Heishman,
Owned Heishman’s Embroidery

Shirley Jean Manning Heishman, 70, of Milford went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2004, in her home with her family present.

Mrs. Heishman was born Aug. 18, 1934, in Harrisonburg, Va., daughter of James Paul Manning of Harrisonburg and the late Frances Elaine Whitesell Manning.

She was a homemaker most of her life, but also owned Heishman Inc., an embroidery business in Milford, which she opened in 1981 and operated until she retired in 1994.

Besides her dedication to her family, she enjoyed the challenge of crossword and jigsaw puzzles, and was an avid bowler.

Mrs. Heishman was a member of the First Baptist Church of Frederica and of the Lower Delaware Bowling Association and the Women's International Bowling Congress.

In addition to her mother, two brothers, Rodney Eugene Manning, and James W. Manning preceded her in death.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Harold W. Heishman; two sons, Scot Heishman of Lincoln and Eric Heishman of Rehoboth Beach; her father, James Paul Manning of Harrisonburg; a brother, John Robert "Bob" Manning, of Harrisonburg; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Services will be 11 a.m. Friday in Rogers Funeral Home, 301 Lakeview Ave., Milford, where friends may call one hour earlier.

Additional services will be 11 a.m. Saturday in her hometown of Harrisonburg in the Lindsey Funeral Home, 473 S. Main St., where friends may call one hour earlier.

Burial will be in St. Jacob's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pleasant Valley, Va.

Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Delaware Hospice, Kent County Chapter, Lotus Plaza, 911 S. Du Pont Highway, Dover, DE 19901.

 

Dorothy Ellen Toner,
Homemaker

Dorothy Ellen Toner of Georgetown died Saturday, Oct. 2, 2004, in Green Valley Terrace Nursing Home, Millsboro. She was 85.

Mrs. Toner was born Nov. 27, 1918, daughter of the late Edward and Elsie Mae Shultz Holcroft.  She was a homemaker.

She is survived by a son, William Toner of Gilbert, Ariz.; a daughter, Barbara L. Keen of Safety Harbor, Fla.; a sister, Joyce Brown of Harbeson; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Services and burial will be private.

The family suggests memorial contributions to Delaware Hospice, Southern Division, 600 N. Du Pont Highway, Georgetown, DE 19947.

Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro.

 

Wallace S. Brohawn, Sr.
WWII veteran

Wallace S. Brohawn, Sr., 83, of Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2004.  Mr. Brohawn was a member of Pipefitters Local No. 74 for 48 years.  He served in the U.S. Army as a member of the 82nd airborne division during World War II.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lillian Brohawn; his sons, Wallace Jr. and his wife, Rose, Terry and his wife, Linda, all of Newark.

Michael and his wife, Paula, of Wilmington; his daughter, Deborah Winder and her husband, Charles, of Newark; his son, David of Wilmington; his brother, Harold "Turk" Brohawn of Rehoboth Beach; his sister, Rosalee Hill of Lewes; his grandchildren, Steven, Jeffrey, Lesley, Shawn, Lauren, Stephanie, Darren and Devyn; and his great granddaughter, Jordan.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service on Monday, Oct. 11, at 8 p.m. at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Rd., Pike Creek, where friends may call after 6 p.m.

Burial will be private at the Delaware Veterans' Memorial Cemetery in Bear, DE.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Forwood Manor, Employee Appreciation Fund, Attn: Healthcare Administrator, 1912 Marsh Rd., Wilmington, DE 19810.  To send condolences, visit www.dohertyfh.com 302-999-8277

 

Nora (Booth) Minnick,
H&E Smith manager

Nora (Booth) Minnick of Lewes, formerly of Dover and St. George's, Bermuda, died, after a long battle with cancer, Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2004, in her home with family present. She was 79.

Mrs. Minnick was born April 17, 1925, in Paget, Bermuda, daughter of the late Samuel J. and Hilda Cornwell Booth.

She worked as a manager at H&E Smith in St. George's. Earlier, she was employed by Archie Brown.

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

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Walter E. Minnick of Lewes; a son and his special person, Paul Minnick and Chris Guidone, both of Cherry Hill, N.J.; two daughters and two sons-in-law, Dr. Judy and William Craig of Milford, and Mary Jane and Gary Gonzalez of Florida; a brother, Robert A. Booth of St. George's; and four grandchildren, Kevin Craig, Julie Craig, Michael Barbera and Gena Africano.

Remembrance services will be noon Saturday in Barratt's Chapel near Frederica, where friends may call one hour earlier.

Burial will be in Barratt's Chapel Cemetery, near Frederica.

The family suggests memorial contributions to Compassionate Care Hospice, 201-B W. Du Pont Highway, Millsboro, DE 19966.  Arrangements by Trader Funeral Home, Dover.

 

 

Fred C. Schmidt Jr.,
retired colonel
Fred C. Schmidt Jr., 88, of Rehoboth Beach, died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2004, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, Seaford,
Fred was born and raised in Newark, N.J., the son of the late Frederick C. Sr. and Margaret Ihling Schmidt.
He spent most of his life in Newark. In 1997, he moved to Delaware to be with his daughter in Rehoboth Beach and had resided at the Country Rest Home in Greenwood since March.
He was valedictorian of his high school class and graduated on full scholarship in 1938 from Rutgers University with a double degree in chemistry and biology.
Col. Schmidt retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1968 after 30 years of distinguished service. He was awarded the Legion of Merit medal, the highest medal awarded during peacetime. His most recent work prior to retirement was with the Pentagon. During his military career, he worked in research and development during WWII and the Korean War. Col. Schmidt headed a group of engineers in the Air Force who developed the AWAC technology and Atlas Missile. During the Korean War he worked as a chemist at Calco Co. and developed sodium sulfmilimide, a sulfur compound that stopped excess wound bleeding of soldiers. He retired from the military with qualifications as a chemist, aeronautical engineer and chemical engineer.
After retirement he was employed as a chemist with General Dynamics in Rochester, N.Y. He went on to become a professor at Northern Virginia Community College where he taught hotel and restaurant management. After moving to Delaware, he helped manage Air Traffic, a kite company, with his daughter.
He was an active member of the Lions Club in Fairfax, Va. and Rehoboth Beach. He was a loving father and grandfather who doted on his grandson, and he enjoyed reading and watching football.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ellen Flanagan Schmidt; two sons, Michael F. and Ronald B. Schmidt; and a sister, Edna VanHorn.
He is survived by a daughter, Pam Hertel of Rehoboth Beach; a grandson, Brett Hertel, a freshman at Seton Hall University in South Orange, N.J.; a sister-in-law, Jeanne Chartier of Bristow, Va.; and many nieces and nephews.
Private memorial services with military honors will be held at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. Contributions are suggested to Country Rest Home, 12046 Sunset Lane, Greenwood DE 19950.
Arrangements by Short Funeral Services, Milton.

Elizabeth A. Cahall,
retired teacher
Elizabeth A. Cahall, 93, of Millsboro, died Sunday, Oct. 3, 2004, at the Green Valley Terrace Nursing Home in Millsboro.
Mrs. Cahall was born in Millsboro and was a retired elementary school teacher who taught in the Millsboro, Gumboro and Frankford schools during her career. She was a member of Grace United Church in Millsboro.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford “Gus” Cahall, in 1990; a son, M. George Cahall in 1992; and a brother, Aldon Adkins in 1938.
She is survived by a daughter, Marilyn Seidel of Salisbury, Md.; seven grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held at Millsboro Cemetery, Millsboro.
Contributions are suggested to Grace United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 566, Millsboro DE 19966.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services, Long Neck.



Grace (Jump) Knotts,
retired teacher
Grace (Jump) Knotts, 95, of Seaford, died Monday, Oct. 4, at Methodist Manor House in Seaford.
Mrs. Knotts was born on Wednesday, March 10, 1909, in Cheswold, to the late Josiah Temple Jump and Ethel “Emerson” Jump.
Mrs. Knotts started teaching in 1928 in a one-room schoolhouse in Petersburg; she retired from the Cape Henlopen School District in 1974 after a 46-year career as a teacher. She was an active member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Seaford and was an avid champion bridge player. While living at the Methodist Manor House in Seaford, Mrs. Knotts participated in many of the varied organizations offered there. Likewise, she was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution - Col. David Hall chapter; a former member of All Saints Episcopal Church; past member of Sussex Gardeners; and a past member of VIA, Rehoboth Beach.
Mrs. Knotts was preceded in death by her husband, James Temple Knotts Jr.; her sister Beatrice Townsend; and her brother Josiah Temple Jump Jr.
She is survived by two sons, James T. Knotts III and his wife Christine of Rehoboth Beach, and Richard H. Knotts and his wife Melody of Troutman, N.C.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, as well as two sisters, Virginia J. Metz of Seaford, and Ruth J. Walker of Woodside.
Funeral services were held at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes, with burial in All Saints Cemetery, Lewes.
Contributions are suggested to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 202 North Street, Seaford, DE 19973.
Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.



David ‘Pop’ Bull,
Townsend’s employee
David “Pop” Bull, 82, of Smyrna, died Monday, Oct. 4, 2004, in the Delaware Home and Hospital for the Chronically Ill.
He worked for many years at Townsend’s Inc. and Parker’s in Millsboro and at Wyoming Concrete in Wyoming.
Mr. Bull was a member of Crossroad Christian Church, Dover. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Savage Bull.
He is survived by six sons, Barry Bull of Milton, David Bull and Crosby Bull, both of Dover, Charles Nock and Sammy Sample, both of Millsboro, and Walter Shepard of Baltimore; four daughters, Linda Bordley of Dover, Stephanie Nelson of Boston, Monica Brown of Smyrna and Sharon Van of Salisbury, Md.; a brother, Charles Bull of Craddockville, Va.; a sister, Alice Reid of Painter, Va.; 44 grandchildren; 61 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Services will be held at noon, Friday, Oct. 8, at Crossroad Christian Church, Dover, where friends may call at 10 a.m. Arrangements by Bennie Smith Funeral Home, Dover.



Anthony F. Uniatowski,
retired GM employee
Anthony F. Uniatowski, 71, of Newport Heights, died Monday, Oct. 4, 2004.
Tony had worked on the assembly line for GM for 30 years, retiring in 1985. He had been a member of UAW Local 435, the West End Rod & Gun Club and the Loyal Order of the Moose, New Castle.
He is survived by his wife, Violet; a daughter, Mary Ellen Bryner of Lake Worth, Fla.; a brother,Joseph Uniatowski and his wife Catherine of Lewes; and sisters Irene Shestock and her husband George of Chesapeake City, Md., Dorothy Perna and her husband Joe of New Castle,Agnes Uniatowski of Newport, JosephineUniatowski of Wilmington, Mary Ann Moody and her husband Gaylord of Chesapeake City, Md. He is also survived by his grandson, Pasqualo Anthony Addessi and his wife, Rebecca, of Levant, Me.; granddaughter, Sydney Addessi; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Gertrude, in 1976; hhis brother, Theodore; and sister, Florence Barbato.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10 a.m., Friday, oct. 8, at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, Cedar & S.Clayton sts., Wilmingtion, with burial in the Crypt of St. Francis in Cathedral Cemetery.
Contributions are suggested to St. Elizabeth Building Fund.

10/5/04

Suzonne C. Arena,
retired school teacher
Suzonne C. Kohler Arena, 72, of Lewes, died Friday, Oct. 1, 2004, at Christiana Medical Center in Christiana.
She was born September 28, 1932, in Rochester, N.Y. to the late Clarence J. Kohler and Frances “Houck” Kohler.
Mrs. Arena was an elementary school teacher for many years in Honeoye Falls, N.Y. She was an active member of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church in Lewes serving as a lector, eucharistic minister, and also on the Salt & Light Welcoming Committee and the Bereavement Group.
She is survived by her husband, Philip F. Arena of Lewes; one daughter, Amy S. Arena of Schenectady, N.Y.; three sons, David A. and his companion Greg of Coatesville, Pa.; Paul A. of Lewes; Christopher P. of North Conway, N.H.; one granddaughter, Reilly Arena; one brother, David Kohler and his wife Barbara of Kenosha, Wi.; and nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m., at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church on Route 1 at Five Points. Interment will be private.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes.
Contributions are suggested to St. Jude’s Building Fund, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, DE 19958.


John Hoffich,
retired machinist
John Hoffich, 87, of Lewes and formerly of Bethlehem, Pa. and Manahawkin, N.J., died Sunday, Oct. 3, 2004, at home.
He was a machinist at the Bethlehem Steel Company, retiring in 1979.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Margery; a niece, Irene Prestosh of Bethlehem; and grand nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 7, at Conley’s United Methodist Church in Angola, where friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Friends may also call from 7 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 6, at the chapel of Melson Funeral Services on Long Neck Road. Burial will be in Conley’s United Methodist Cemetery.
Contributions are suggested to Conley’s U.M. New Church Building Fund, 22150 Robinsonville Rd., Lewes DE 19958.


Charles M. Porter,
sheet metal worker
Charles M. “Chuck” Porter, 65, of Lewes and formerly of Boothwyn, Pa., died Thursday, Sept. 30, 2004, at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital.
Mr. Porter was born and raised in Lewes. He had lived in Boothwyn for 23 years prior to relocating to Lewes, where he had resided the past two years.
He graduated from Neumann High School in Philadelphia. He had been employed as a sheet metal worker for Local 19 for 27 years until his retirement in 1996. He was an Army veteran during peace time. His memberships included the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 19 for 35 years and St. Gabriel’s bowling league in Philadelphia. He was an avid gardener and a computer buff and loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Kathleen M. Clark Porter; four children, Thomas Porter of Woodbridge, Va., Dawn Tierney of Boothwyn, Pa., Keith Porter of West Chester, Pa. and Alex Porter of Lewes; a brother, James Porter of Warminster, Pa.; his best friend, Harry “Skip” Clark of South Philadelphia, Pa.; and six grandchildren.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 5, at St. John Fisher Catholic Church, 4225 Chichester Ave., Boothwyn, Pa., where a viewing will be held from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Interment will be in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, Pa.
Contributions are suggested to the American Cancer Society, 1615 West Chester Pike, Suite 101, West Chester, PA 19382.


Warren S. Schneller,
Cape high administrator
Warren S. Schneller, 78, of Lewes, died Thursday, Sept. 30, 2004, at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes.
He was born in Allentown, Pa. and was a graduate of Muhlenburg College in Allentown and the Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. Mr. Schneller was a teacher for 37 years with the Lewes School District, where he taught physics, chemistry and biology and coached basketball and football. Before retiring, he was assistant principal at Cape Henlopen High School.
He was preceded in death by a brother, John J. Schneller. He is survived by his wife, Katherine; a son, John of Columbia, Mo.; daughter, Karen Elizabeth Schneller of Lewes; and a granddaughter, Katherine Schneller.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 5,k at Melson Funeral Services, Long Neck Road. Burial will be in St. Peter’s Episcopal Cemetery, Pilottown Rd., Lewes.
Richard A. Stetyick,
member of signal corps
Richrd A. Stetyick, 22, of Millsboro, died at home Friday, Oct. 1, 2004.
He was born in Philadelphia, Pa., the son of Linda and Frank Stetyick. He was a member of the National Guard Signal Corps.
Besides his parents, he is survived by a brother, Michael; three sisters, Deane Holland, Kimberly O’Connell and Karen Stetyick.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 5, at the chapel of Melson Funeral Services on Long Neck Road.

10/01/04

Richard F. Gott,
retired civilian engineer
Richard Frommeyer Gott, 82, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2004, at home.
He was born in Gettysburg, Pa., June 24, 1922, the son of the late Estelle Frommeyer Gott and Richard Gott. He was the oldest of five children.
Mr. Gott grew up in Forest Glen, Silver Spring, Md. He attended Gonzaga High School and won a scholarship to Catholic University, which he attended for two years until he became a sergeant with the U.S. Army Engineers during World War II. He served as a surveyor during the occupation of Germany. When he came home, he finished his bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park. It was at the university that he met his beloved wife of 56 years, Jane Wright.
After graduation, Mr. Gott worked for the U.S. Navy as a civilian engineer until his retirement in 1978 after 32 years of service. Early in his career there, he invented a special locking system with a quick release safety device for naval weapons systems. For many years prior to his retirement, he was the Chief Systems Engineer for the Polaris, Poseidon, and Trident missile systems in the Strategic Systems Project Office. Upon retirement, he and his wife moved to Lewes, where they ran the Antique Corner for 26 years.
He served on the Lewes City Council for eight years and was instrumental in keeping the town’s Delaware Bay shoreline undeveloped. During his tenure there, he also helped fund and build the new Lewes Public Library building.
He was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary G. Gastelle and Betty Scherschel, as well as his brother, John “Jack” Gott.
In addition to his wife, he leaves behind six children, Madelle G. Tolbert, and her husband, Dan of Frederick, Md.; Mary G. Saltarelli, and her husband, Joseph of Granbury, Texas; Therese Gott Banz; Jane Bakke, and her husband, Troy; Richard J. Gott; and Elizabeth D. Gott, all of Lewes. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Rebecca Melson Klein; Jacob Melson; Jeb Bakke; Maddy, Elise, and Amy Tolbert; and Christopher M. Banz; and one great grandson, David Klein. In addition, he also leaves behind his sister Ann L. Craig of Tioga, La.; and his sister-in-law Marjorie Gott of Garrett Park, Md.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Catholic Mass will be celebrated for Mr. Gott at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, Route 1 at Five Points, Lewes, Saturday, Oct. 2, at 11 a.m. Burial services will immediately follow at St. Peter’s Church Cemetery on Pilottown Road, Lewes.
Contributions are suggested to St. Jude the Apostle Building Fund, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, DE 19958.
Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.


Patricia A. Bauer,
switchboard operator
Patricia a. Bauer, 73, of Teal Point, Milton, died Monday, Sept. 27, 2004, at home after a long courageous battle with cancer.
Mrs. Bauer was born in Pottstown, Pa., the daughter of the late Earl R. and Esther B. Bender Ziegler. She moved to Delaware with her husband in 1998 from Pottstown after retiring as a switchboard operator with Keystone Steel in Spring City, Pa. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Pottstown and enjoyed bowling and her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Harold C. Bauer of Milton; two sons, Bruce Bauer and his wife Cindy, and Jay H.C. Bauer and his wife Janice, all of Pottstown; five grandchildren, Jason, Michael, Bryon, Brent and Evan; a brother, George W. Ziegler of Pottstown; a sister, Jean Houck of Cherry Hill, N.J.; and her loving and faithful dog, Maggie.
Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 2, at Limerick Garden of Memories, Limerick, Pa.
Contributions are suggested to Delaware Hospice, Southern Division, 600 DuPont Hwy., Georgetown DE 19947. Arrangements by Short Funeral Services, Milton.



John M. Bennett,
truck driver
John M. Bennett, 40, of Milton, died Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2004, while in New York.
Mr. Bennett was born in Ridgewood, N.J., the son of Jim and Arlene Nielsen Bennett of Milton. Mr. Bennett was a truck driver for Covenant Trucking Co. based in Tennessee. He was a Civil War historian and enjoyed hunting and fishing.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a son, Uriah John Bennett of Oxford, N.Y.; two brothers, James D. Bennett and his wife Karen, and Mark T. Bennett and his wife Karen, all of West Milford, N.J.; a sister, Tracy McGuinness and husband Mike of Goshen, N..Y.; and seven nephews.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 2, at Short Funeral Services, 416 Federal St., Milton, where friends may call at 1 p.m.



Marti D. Coco,
Rehoboth restaurateur
Marti D. Coco, 48, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004.
Mrs. Coco owned CoCo’s Restaurant in Arlington, Va. from 1980-1999. She also owned CoCo’s Diner, Casa Di Napoli and the Italian Café in Rehoboth.
Mrs. Coco is survived by her loving husband, Gregg Coco; and her four children, Brooke, Jennifer, Garrett and Alex; her sisters, Jody White and Robin Gronlund; and her brother, Robert Mason.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 2, at Parsell Funeral Homes, King’s Highway, Lewes.



C. Richard Creasy,
Navy veteran
C. Richard Creasy, 60, of Lewes, passed away Friday, Sept. 24, 2004.
Mr. Creasy was born in Scranton, Pa. and served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of American Legion Post 17 and was an avid NASCAR fan, and enjoyed sports and fishing.
He is survived by his wife, Linda; a son, Michael, of Atlanta, Ga.; two daughters, Sharon Gattone and Laurie DiCave, both of Swedesboro, N.J.; a brother, Larry of Narvon, Pa.; five grandchildren, T.J., Angela, Nick, Arianna and Joey; and three nieces.
A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 1, at Parsell Funeral homes & Crematorium, 1449 Kings Highway, Lewes, with burial private.
Contributions are suggested to the Victory Junction Gang Camp, 4500 Adams Way, Randleman NC 27317. For more information, visit victoryjunction.org.



Natalie E. Quesenberry,
beloved wife, mother
Natalie Elizabeth Quesenberry, of Frederick, Md., previously of Baltimore, Md., died Monday, Sept. 27, 2004.
She was the beloved wife of Ray E. Quesenberry Sr.; beloved mother of Bonnie Quesenberry and partner Fay Jacobs, and Glenn Quesenberry and wife Jeanette and the late Ray Quesenberry Jr. She is also survived by five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and daughter-in-law Mary Quesenberry.
Memorial donations may be made to ALS-Muscular Dystrophy Association, 8501 LaSalle Rd., Towson, MD 21286.



William Henry Rutherford,
former Dewey official
William Henry Rutherford, 62, of Dewey Beach, died Monday, Sept. 27, 2004, at home.
He was born on November 8, 1941, in Baltimore, Md., the son of the late William H. Rutherford and Dorthea Quick Rutherford.
Mr. Rutherford was Dewey Beach town manager from 1988 to 2003. Prior to that he had worked for many years as an accountant for British Petroleum. He loved golfing and fishing and was an amateur radio hobbyist.
He was a member of Sussex Pines Golf and Country Club, associate member of the American Legion Post 5, Rehoboth Beach, and the Dewey Beach Lions Club.
He is survived by several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 1, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 1449 Kings Hwy., Lewes, with Father Max Wolf officiating. Burial will be private in All Saints’ Cemetery, Angola.
Contributions are suggested to a charity of choice.



Wendy Marie Willey,
high school student
Wendy Marie Willey, 16, of Georgetown, died Monday, Sept. 27, 2004, at Christiana Medical Center, Wilmington.
Wendy was born in Seaford Nov. 5, 1987 and was an 11th grade student at Sussex Central High School in Georgetown. She was baptized and attended Our lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Seaford. A typical teenager, she enjoyed shopping, tanning and eating at Harvest Diner. She enjoyed music and especially liked Tim McGraw. Her sisters recall how she loved watching Dawsons Creek and going on long walks with them to talk about all kids of things,. She also enjoyed writing poems. She was involved with Big Brothers/Big Sisters.
She is survived by her father and mother, Randy and Christy Willey and sisters Paige Willey and Brittany Willey, with whom she lived in Georgetown; her mother Lynda Young and siblings Sherrie Young, Richard Truitt, Cierra Truitt and Brandon Truitt, all of Seaford; paternal grandmother Annie Willey of Bridgeville; paternal grandfather Alfred R. Willey of Seaford; maternal grandmother Linda Young of Bridgeville; maternal grandfather Donald Young of New Castle; maternal grandmother Joyce Dickerson of Georgetown; maternal grandfather William Dickerson of Salisbury, Md.; boyfriend Chad Wilson of Georgetown; godmothers, Dora Elizabeth Drubner of Boston, Mass and Patricia VanGelder of Bridgeville; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Oct. 1, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 532 E. Stein Hwy., Seaford, with burial in Cokesbury Cemetery, Georgetown.
Arrangements by Short Funeral Services, Georgetown.