11/28/06

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Ashley Nicole Thompson,
beloved family member
Ashley Nicole Thompson, age 19, of Georgetown, died Thursday, Nov. 23, 2006, as a result of injuries she sustained when hit by an automobile while walking with her cousin on Thanksgiving Day.
Ashley was born in Milford the daughter of Steven Ray Allison and Mary Jane (Thompson) Campbell.
She was a very outgoing young woman who loved to make people laugh and would always offer a shoulder to lean on for anyone who needed one. She loved to talk on the telephone and listen to music or just relax with her family and friends. One of her biggest joys was babysitting for her baby brother and her cousins.
Ashley was preceded in death by her grandfather, Theodore E. Thompson and her aunt, Julia A. Turner.
She is survived by her mother, Mary Jane Campbell; two brothers, Payton Campbell and Michael Gibbs Jr.; aunt, Wanda Thompson; two uncles, Harry Thompson and Theodore F. Thompson; her maternal grandmother, Mary Ann Thompson; and numerous cousins.
A funeral service will be held at noon, Thursday, Nov. 30, at the chapel of Melson Funeral Services on Long Neck Road in Millsboro, where friends may call after 11 a.m. Interment will be in Dagsboro Redmens Memorial Cemetery.

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Lester S. Dinsmore,
World War II veteran
Lester Stewart Dinsmore, age 82, of Millsboro passed away Friday Nov. 24, 2006 at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
He was born in Baltimore City, Md., son of the late, Martin and Mary (Rigler) Dinsmore.
Lester was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He was a lifetime member of VFW Mason-Dixon Post 7234 of Ocean View.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Grace (Kirk) Dinsmore; son, Lester S. Dinsmore Jr, of Westminster, Md.; and three grandchildren, Brendan, Jordan, and Kirby.
A memorial service with military honors will be at 1 p.m., Friday Dec. 1, at the chapel of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery South, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro, DE. 19966. Pastor Chuck Reynolds will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Lester’s memory to, The Joshua House Building Fund, c/o Pastor Chuck Reynolds, 38140 Millsboro Hwy, Millsboro, DE 19966.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Millsboro.

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John F. Groller,
U.S. postal carrier
John F. Groller Jr. 87, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Friday, Nov, 24, 2006, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes. He was born March 1, 1919 in Nazareth, Pa., to the late John S. and Mary (Kaylo) Groller. Mr. Groller was an avid hunter of all types. He was employed by the U.S. Postal Service as a postal carrier in Nazareth retiring in 1979. Mr. Groller served in the U.S. Navy.
In additional to his parents, Mr. Groller was predeceased in death by a brother Frank Groller, a sister Mary Ruggerio, and a daughter Mary Ann Millheim.
He is survived by his wife, Dolly E. (Hunger) Groller of Rehoboth Beach; two sons, John F. Groller Jr. and Frank D. Groller, both of Nazareth; a daughter Sandra Lee (Groller) Andrews of Allentown, Pa.; three sisters, Helen Cslinko of Nazareth, Annie Paccoholi of Harrisburg, Pa., and Stella Kincher of Nazareth; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 29, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway in Lewes, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Interment will follow the services at Henlopen Memorial Park, Route 1 near Milton.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions to the American heart Association, 1151 Walker Road, Suite 202, Dover, DE 19901. Online condolences may be sent to condolences@parsellfuneralhomes.com.

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George T. Evans Jr.,
Exxon Co. retiree
George Thomas Evans Jr., 76, of Milford and Lewes, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2006, from Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease.
Mr. Evans was born in Baltimore on March 18, 1930, the son of the late George Thomas Evans and Mary Ellen Evans.
Mr. Evans graduated from Baltimore City College and the University of Baltimore. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953, serving in the Korean conflict. Mr. Evans retired from Exxon Co. after 36 years of dedicated service.
He was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church of Milford and St. Jude’s Catholic Church of Lewes. He served on the board of directors for the Baltimore Exxon Service Club Inc., Catholic Charities and Casa San Francisco. Mr. Evans was a member of the American Legion, Lewes Yacht Club, Milford and Lewes Historical Society, the Milford Museum and Kickers German Club of Baltimore.
He volunteered at Casa San Francisco and the Sussex County Department of Library Read Program. Mr. Evans also had volunteered at the Lewes Yacht Club Sailing School and the Sea Explorers. He was a former Sussex County sheriff’s deputy. Mr. Evans was an avid sailor and gardener who enjoyed traveling, attending plays and spending time with his family and friends.
Mr. Evans is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Martha Lee Evans; his son, Joseph Marshall Evans; his daughter, Mary Ann Evans; his grandchildren, Kristie Renee Evans & Ryan Jacob Evans. He is preceded in death by his son, George Thomas Evans III. Mr. Evans is the dear brother of Margaret Feeley, James S. Evans and Sally Lambert of Baltimore. He is also preceded in death by his sister Beatrice Evans and Charles F. Evans of Baltimore.
Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2006, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John’s Catholic Church, located at Seabury Avenue and School Place in Milford.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Creutzfeldt-Jacob Disease Foundation Inc., PO Box 5312, Akron, OH 44334.

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Frances B. West,
Eastern Star member
Frances B. West, 93, of Millsboro, died Friday, Nov. 24, 2006, at Green Valley Terrace in Millsboro.
Mrs. West was the daughter of the late Frank and Ola Bromley.
She had been a member of the Eastern Star and was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, I. Preston West.
She is survived by her children, Kay W. Hudson and her husband David M. Sr. of Millsboro and John F. Wilkins of Millsboro; her grandchildren, Lynda H Hrycak of Middletown and David M. Hudson Jr. of Baltimore, Md.; and her great-grandchildren, Lynsie F., Peter J. and Stephanie E. Hrycak of Middletown, and Caroline P. and Eleanor D. Hudson of Baltimore. Graveside services were held at the Dagsboro Redmens Cemetery, Dagsboro.
Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro.

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Frederick G. DeRogatis,
regional manager
Frederick Gilbert DeRogatis, 70, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2006, at Beebe Medical Center. He was born Sept. 23, 1936, in Philadelphia, to the late Fred and Continued from page 18
Stella (Kowal) DeRogatis.
Mr. DeRogatis had been employed at American General Finance for 35 years retiring in 1999 as the regional manager. He was an avid gardener and he loved his family. He served in the National Guard.
He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Marion (Cassise) DeRogatis; two daughters, Dana DeRogatis and her husband John Carlano of Philadelphia, and Gina Hadour and her husband Mohammad of London, England; and three sisters, Mary Ann Morano of Medford, N.J, Betty Jane Osborn of Springfield, Pa., and Leonora Dezenhall of Cherry Hill, N.J.
A memorial service will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 28, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 King Highway in Lewes. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 163, Salisbury, MD 21803-0163. Send online condolences to condolences@parsellfuneralhomes.com.

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Mildred A. Bedwell,
Milford Memorial nurse
Mildred A. Bedwell, 69, of Delmar died Sunday, Nov. 19, 2006, in Green Valley Terrace, Millsboro. She was 69.
Mrs. Bedwell was born Jan. 7, 1937, in Salisbury, Md., daughter of the late Stuart and Malinda (Cole) Smith.
She worked at the Avenue Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach for many years before leaving in 1980 to follow her dream of becoming a registered nurse. In 1982, she graduated from Delaware Technical & Community College as a registered nurse and went to work for approximately 10 years at Milford Memorial Hospital where she was the night supervisor.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Stuart Smith. She is survived by her husband, Robert E. Bedwell, of Dover; a daughter, Cathy McPherson of Milford; four sons, Daniel Mumford of Delmar, Ben Mumford and John David Mumford, both of Salisbury and Randy Mumford of Florida; a brother, Jeff Smith of Millsboro; 13 grandchildren; and a great-grandson.
Funeral services were Friday, Nov. 24, at Lofland Funeral Home in Milford. Burial was in Milford Community Cemetery.
Instead of flowers, the family suggests contributions to help defray funeral expenses to Lofland Funeral Home, 102 Lakeview Ave., Milford, DE 19963.

11/24/06

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George E. Lewis,
Korean War veteran
George E. Lewis, 64, of Dagsboro, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2006, at Veterans Administration Hospital, Elsmere. He was born June 9, 1942, in Pasadena, Md., to the late John Harrison and Ida May (Hancock) Lewis. Mr. Lewis resided in the Dagsboro area all his life. He enjoyed playing pool, loved music and was good at being a handyman. He served in the U.S. Army and was a veteran of the Korean War.
He is survived by three sons: John H. L. King and his wife Eugenija of Lewes, Jimmy L. Andrie and his wife Micki of Dagsboro, and Allen A. Andrie of Georgetown; one daughter, Dawn G. Tulowitzki and her husband Scott of Georgetown; eight grandchildren, Keilo J. King, Jayden L. King, Emilee M. Andrie, Dylan J. Andrie, Michelle L. Andrie, Breanna M. Tulowitzki, Scott A. Tulowitzki, and Branden Andrie; and 16 siblings, some of whom are James Lewis of Dover, Paul Lewis of Smyrna, Renzie Lewis of North Carolina and Cathy Dawson of Wilmington.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 28, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway in Lewes, with burial to follow at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 p.m., Monday, Nov. 27.

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Brian W. Mann,
fleet manager
Brian W. Mann, 60, of Chester Springs, Pa., passed away Thursday, Nov. 16, 2006, at Paoli Hospital in Paoli, Pa. He was born April 27, 1946, in Wilmington, son of the late William H. and Anne L. (O’Brien) Mann.
He had been employed as a fleet manager at Iron Mountain Data Protection Co. in Malvern, Pa.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Bill Mann and his sister Arlene Slimak. He is survived by his daughter Erin Erney and her husband Sean of Chesterfield, Mo., and his grandchildren, Jake and Grace; his son Brian J. Mann of Rehoboth Beach; his siblings, Mary Ellen Mann, Karen Gallagher, Phyllis Maher, Jean Bainger, James Mann and Paul Mann; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends from Wilmington and Rehoboth Beach. Special thanks to his friend at Iron Mountain Data Protection in Malvern and to Marty and Karen Sullivan.
A memorial service will be at 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 28, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway in Lewes, where friends may call one hour prior to the services. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Brian’s name to the Salvation Army, 107 South Market St., Wilmington, DE 19801.

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Frederick G. DeRogatis,
regional manager
Frederick Gilbert DeRogatis, 70, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2006, at Beebe Medical Center. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 28, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 King Highway in Lewes.

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Gabriel C. Gallo,
plasterer, Army veteran
Gabriel C. “Gabe” Gallo, 92, a resident of Harrison Senior Living in Georgetown, passed away peacefully Saturday, Nov. 18, 2006.
He was the son of the late Rocco Gallo and Florence (Conti) Gallo.
Gabe was a member of the Delaware Army National Guard. He was later inducted into the Army and served with the 8th Motorized Division in Normandy, northern France and the Rhineland. After his discharge, he worked as a self-employed plastering contractor. Later, he operated a small pizza business with his wife, Wanda. Gabe later went to work for the state of Delaware as a plasterer, and from there he retired after 11 years of service.
He was predeceased by his wife of 59 years, Wanda (Strzalkowska) Gallo. He is survived by a stepson, Alexander Powalski, and his wife, Barbara, of Milton; a stepdaughter, Margaret Downey of Maple Shade, N.J.; and six step-grandchildren; and nine step-great grandchildren.
Services and burial will be private.
The family requests memorial donations be sent to a favorite charity.
Arrangements by John F. Yasik Funeral Home.

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Lois G. Rose,
accounting clerk
Lois G. Rose, 63, of Millsboro, passed away Monday, Nov. 20, 2006, at the Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
She was born in Reading, Pa., daughter of the late, Clarence and Katherine ( Eyrich) Love.
Lois was a retired accounting clerk for Reading Hospital in Reading.
She was a member of American Legion Post 28 of Oak Orchard/Millsboro Ladies Auxiliary and the Indian River Yacht Club. Lois loved living in Delaware and enjoyed reading, her computer, and playing bingo and she loved her dogs, Angel, Midge and Alfie.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her half sister, Mary Ellen Zerbe, in 2005.
She is survived by her husband, Michael A. Rose Jr; a son, Ted Welsh; two daughters, Sherry Brennan and Cathy Husson; two step-daughters, Jeanie Yerger and Sharon Orr; a brother, Clarence Vernon Love Jr.; 17 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren.
Services will be private.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Long Neck.

11/20/06

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Deborah Joan Veach,
Uncle Willie’s cook
Deborah Joan “Jersey” Veach, 47, of Millsboro, formerly of Camden County, N.J., passed away suddenly Friday, Nov. 17, 2006. Debbie was born on June 20, 1959, in Camden, N.J., daughter to the late Sommers and Margaret (Foreman) Veach.
She was a cook working in the deli at the Uncle Willey’s on Long Neck Road in Millsboro for the last three years. Debbie seemed to know every customer who came into the store and thoroughly enjoyed cooking for them. She was a devoted mother who loved to smile and make others laugh. She enjoyed living near the water especially boating, fishing and crabbing. Ms. Veach was a recovered alcoholic and an active member of AA. She is survived by two daughters, Christina Magliocco of Norwood, Pa., and Nancy Gilbert of Delaware; a son Sean Gilbert of Norwood, Pa.; two brothers and two sisters-in-law, Gary Veach and his wife Robin of Millsboro and Steven Veach and his wife Rita also of Millsboro; two sisters Donna Conn and Patricia Veach of Florida; a grandson Christopher Ervin; and two nephews, Steven Veach and Christopher Paluba. Services and burial will be private. Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Millsboro

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Audrey Iness Hopkins,
former Lewes resident
Audrey Iness (Gribble) Hopkins, 51, of Hixson, Tenn., passed away at her home Saturday, Nov. 18, 2006. Mrs. Hopkins was born in Heildburg, Germany, May 17, 1955.
She was a 1973 graduate of Hixson High School. After graduating from high school, Audrey moved to Lewes, where she raised her family. Four years ago, she returned to Hixson. Audrey was a member of the First Baptist of Soddy-Daisy.
She was preceded in death by her son, Andy Hopkins. Survivors include her son, Burli Hopkins of Lewes; two daughters, Ingrid Hopkins of Greenfield, Ind., and Amy Hopkins of Honolulu, Hawaii; her parents, Andy and Ingrid Gribble of Hixson; her twin brother, Andy Gribble of Hixson; a sister, Andrea Gribble of Fairfax, Va.; and six grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m., Friday, Nov. 24, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, where friends may call one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at the Coolspring Presbyterian Cemetery, Harbseon.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Coolspring Presbyterian Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 36, Harbseon, DE 19951. Send online condolences to condolences@-parsellfuneralhomes.com.

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Dorothy Love Dehorty,
retired from Gaylord’s
Dorothy Love (Megilligan) Dehorty, 90, of Rehoboth Beach, formerly of Newark and Lewes, died Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2006, in Beebe Medical Center, Lewes.
Mrs. Dehorty was born Nov. 26, 1915, in Wilmington, daughter of the late Edward S. and Lila May (Tomer) Megilligan.
A talented homemaker throughout her life, she also enjoyed a diverse career outside of the home as a driver for the Stiltz Bus Co., server at the Glasgow Arms, baker at McVey School and sales clerk at Gaylord’s (later Ames), before retiring in 1987.
Mrs. Dehorty was a longtime member of Newark United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Homer E. Dehorty, in 1975; three sisters, Ruth Saunders, Doris Anderson and Viola Murphy; and a brother, James Megilligan.
She is survived by three daughters and three sons-in-law, Nancy and Harold Andrews and Ann and Tom Octeau, all of Spring Hill, Fla., and Millie and Bill Hinderer, with whom she lived, of Rehoboth Beach; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Services were held in Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes Inc., Newark, with burial in Gracelawn Memorial Park, New Castle.
Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Delaware Kidney Fund, 1100 Lovering Ave., Suite 10B, Wilmington, DE 19806.

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Willard F. “Pete” Peters,
retired from Sun Oil
Willard F. “Pete” Peters, 87, of Lewes, died peacefully on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2006, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes, after a prolonged battle against kidney failure.
Born Nov. 2, 1919 in Hillcrest, he then moved with his family to both Ogden and Boothwyn, Pa. as a child. He graduated form Eddystone High School in 1937 and went to work as an accountant.
He joined the US Army on May 5, 1942, and fought in World War II as a first lieutenant with the 179th Infantry-45th Division in Europe and Africa. He received the Purple Heart and Silver Star. 
After his honorable discharge on Nov. 16, 1945, he settled down with his wife, Ruth Peters in Wilmington. He worked with Sun Oil Co. as a heating and air conditioning technician until his retirement in 1977.
He and his wife moved from their home in Indian Field to Long Neck in 1978, where he enjoyed such hobbies as painting, woodcarving and endearing himself to residents of the area.
After a heart attack in 2003, he and his wife moved to Lewes, to be closer to their family and the local medical care facilities.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Ruth (Ravilious) Peters; his son Craig Peters of upstate New York, his grandson, Ryan Peters of Lewes; his grandson Chris Peters of Newark, and his granddaughter Paula Rogan of Baltimore. In recent years, he was always happiest when talking about or spending time with his great grandchildren, Bailey Peters of Newark, Zoe Peters of Lewes, and Brennan Rogan of Baltimore.
Mr. Peters will be interred following a private ceremony at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his name to the Delaware Kidney Fund Inc., 1100 Lovering Ave., Suite 10B, Wilmington, DE 19806. 
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes.

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Opal C. Ramseyer,
retired LPN
Opal C. (Spurlock) Ramseyer, 85, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away on Friday, Nov. 17, 2006 at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
Mrs. Ramseyer was born on May 22, 1921, in Hamilton, Ohio to the late Taylor Spurlock and Teresa (Powers) Spurlock. She was employed by Delaware County Memorial Hospital as a licensed practical nurse.
She is survived by her two daughters, Nancy Dinkins of Bonita Springs, Fla. and Pamela Graeber of Rehoboth Beach; five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.
Memorial services will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 21, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes.

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Joanna M. Schools,
Scarlett Ladies member
Joanna Margaret (Livering) Schools, 72, of Lewes, passed away at her home Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2006, surrounded by her loved ones.
She was born Dec. 10, 1933, in Lebanon, Pa., daughter of the late Theodore Roosevelt and Regina (Haulman) Livering.
Mrs. Schools was a member of American Legion Post 17, Ladies Auxiliary and the Red Hat Society Scarlett Ladies of Lewes.
Mrs. Schools is survived by her husband of 53 years, Gerald E. Schools; six children, Edward Schools and his wife, Lise of Okimos, Mich., Lynn Heisey and her husband, Arthur “Jack” of Jonestown, Pa., Anita Schools of Lewes, Gerald Schools Jr. and his wife, Kathryn of Lebanon, Pa., Karen Lee and her husband, Verne of Valparaiso, Ind., and Richard Schools and his wife, Amy of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; 11 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; four brothers, Gary Livering and his wife, Judy of Levittown, Pa., Theordore Livering Jr. and his wife, Christine of Lebanon, Pa., John Livering of Allentown, Pa., and Craig Livering and his wife, Sharon of Allentown; and two sisters, Doris Williams of Hellertown, Pa., and Darlene Rompilla of White Hall, Pa.
A funeral service was at 11 a.m., Monday, Nov. 20, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, in Lewes. Pastor Charlie Arnold officiated. Burial was private.
In addition, the family will receive friends starting at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 21, at the home of Mrs. Schools’ daughter, Lynn Heisey in Jonestown, Pa.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Legion, Post 17, Ladies Auxilary, American Legion Road, Lewes, DE 19958; or to Delaware Hospice, 20167 Office Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947.
Send online condolences to www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

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Harrison Bernard “Hots” Connolley,
supervisor at Chrysler
Harrison Bernard “Hots” Connolley, 84, of Seaford, died Saturday, Nov. 18, 2006, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital.
Born in Ridgely, Md., June 21, 1922, the son of the late Verona Hardesty and Carroll Connolley. He was a supervisor at the Chrysler Plant in Newark, retiring in 1982, after 30 years of service.
He then worked as a guard at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, Henlopen Grange 20 and an auxiliary member of Little People of America. He was also a member of the Ches-Del Bays chapter, which he was instrumental in helping to form.
He was a foster parent to 21 children, and he had a great love for camping, fishing and crabbing.
He is survived by two sons and their wives, Keith and Pat Connolley of Seaford, and Tom and Mary Connolley of Greencastle, Pa.; two daughters, Linda Simmons and her husband, Roger of Gaffney, S.C., and Penny C. Connolley of Lewes; a brother, Charles Connolley of Warren, R.I.; two sisters, Ellen Stant Lazzeri of Camden, and Henrietta Maloney of Milford; 11 granddaughters; one grandson; 15 great-grandchildren; his extended family, which includes in-laws Edith and Chuck Benton of Palm Springs, Calif., Frances and Jim Shields of Delray Beach, Fla., and Janice Bramble of Millington, Md. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Erma Bramble Connolley, whom he met at Heavens Gate Nov. 18; a grandson; and a granddaughter; six brothers; and six sisters.
A Mass will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 22, in Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, Stein Highway, Seaford, with a 2 p.m. committal service in Lewes Presbyterian Church Yard. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 21, at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, Front and King Streets, Seaford. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ches-Del Bays, chapter 64, 405 Ivory Lane, Newark, DE 19702.