01/29/08
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Alfred A. Hunter Jr.
World War II veteran
Alfred A. Hunter Jr., of Milton, 86, formerly of Delta, Pa., passed away Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008, in his home.
Alfred was born in Baltimore, son of the late Alfred A. Sr. and Frances (Snyder) Hunter.
He was a master mechanic with Bethlehem Steel in Sparrows Point, Md., for 40 years and retired in 1981. Alfred was involved with the research and development of many different machine parts and troubleshooting of a variety of machines. He started with Bethlehem Steel as a machinist apprentice and worked his way through the company in many different capacities. While working with Bethlehem Steel, he unknowingly was manufacturing parts for the military’s LST ships.
Alfred had also developed and taught a four-credit college course in the mechanical engineering and hydraulics area.
While working with Bethlehem Steel he and his family resided in Baltimore, with a summer home in Delta, Pa. Upon retirement, they moved full time to Delta and in 2007 moved to the Harbeson area. Prior to moving to Delaware, he and his wife attended Christ Church in Baltimore.
Alfred was a graduate of Baltimore Polytechnic High School and at the time it ranked the third best high school in the United States.
He was a Navy veteran, serving from 1944 to 1946, and was honorably discharged as a motor machinist’s mate third class.
Alfred loved gardening and photography. He enjoyed grafting rose bushes and azaleas and always loved developing a new rose variety for everyone to enjoy.
Alfred is survived by his wife of 65 years, Helen Adele (Hall) Hunter; two sons and daughters-in-law - Richard L. and Joyce Hunter of Arnold, Md., and Kenneth L. and Mary Beth Hunter of Woodstock, Ga.; four grandchildren - Karen Lloyd and husband Nick, Kirk Hunter and wife Amanda, Melissa Hunter and Stephen Hunter; a great-granddaughter, Jennifer Lloyd; and two sisters - Betty Monaghan, Davenport, Fla., and Edith Higgs, Townson, Md.
A funeral service will be at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 31, in the chapel of Short Funeral Services, 416 Federal St., Milton. Burial will immediately follow at Bel Air Memorial Gardens, 809 Rock Spring Road, Bel Air, Md.
Flowers are accepted or contributions can be made to Delaware Hospice, 20167 Office Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947.
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Harry F. Chrisman Jr.
decorated fireman
Harry F. Chrisman Jr., 76, of Bay City, near Millsboro and formerly of Montgomery County, Pa., passed away Friday, Jan. 25, 2008, surrounded by his loving family at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
He was a retired transportation coordinator for Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, retiring in 1989. He later worked for Ryder until his retirement. Harry was fireman of the year in 1980 for Trappe Fire Company, where he was a life member and fire policeman for the years of 1979 and 1985. He was a former police officer for Limerick, Collegeville-Trappe and Perkiomen townships. He was a graduate of East Greenville class of 1949 and a former bingo caller for Mariner’s Cove.
Harry was the son of the late Harry and Marian Bradford Chrisman and was also preceded in death by his sisters, Betty and Joan; and a grandson, Tracy. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Norma Bossert Chrisman; two sons and daughters-in-law, Harry F. Chrisman III and his wife Diane; and Joseph P. Chrisman and his wife Valerie; a daughter and son-in-law, Joan Keyser and husband, Robert; a brother, Ronald Chrisman and his wife, Mitzie; five grandchildren, Stephanie, Bradley, Joel, Ashlee and Lisa; three great grandchildren; and a very special friend, Alvin.
Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests, contributions be sent to Tunnell Cancer Center, 18941 John J. Williams Hwy, Lewes, DE 19958. Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Long Neck.
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Mabel C. Smith,
Milford homemaker
Mabel C. Smith, 97, of Milford, died Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008, in Angola by the Bay, Lewes.
Mrs. Smith was born in Baltimore, Md., the daughter of the late Homer and Gertrude Smith Porter.
She received her degree in education from Towson State Teachers College, Towson, Md. She worked as an elementary school teacher in Baltimore until she met and married her late husband, Alfred E. Smith. She then became a homemaker, caring for her husband and two daughters Ina and June, who were the most important part of her life. In her younger years, Mabel was quite an active tennis player and loved to dance. She also enjoyed keeping up with the latest news, especially if it had to do with her family. She was also a former member of the Milford Century Club. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Milford, where she was active up until her husband passed away. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred E. Smith, in 1994.
She is survived by two daughters Ina Carr, of Hampstead, Md. and June C. Fields, of Lewes; five grandchildren, Louis McDermott, Maureen Green, Holly McGrath, Michael Carr and Corrine Berthault; eight great-grandchildren; and devoted friend Cecil Donovan of Lincoln.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 29, at the Lofland Funeral Home, 102 Lakeview Ave., Milford, where friends may call after 1 p.m. Burial will be in Milford Community Cemetery, N. Walnut Street, Milford.
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Shirley Hicks,
Milford hospital retiree
Shirley Augustine Henson Hicks, 72, of Milford, departed this life on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008, at home.
She was born Aug. 14, 1935, in Baltimore, to the late Sarah Henson and John Imes.
Shirley received her education in the Baltimore public schools and moved to Milford in 1951.
She worked at the Milford Memorial Hospital, now Bayhealth at Milford Memorial, for more than 20 years until she retired due to health in 1973.
Shirley married George “Pard” Stanley Hicks in 1959 and to their union they were blessed with six children.
She was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church and Club 13.
She was a faithful mother, grandmother, sister, family member and friend. Shirley was a strong woman with a beautiful spirit and soul whose laughter and joy of life warmed the hearts of everyone who knew and loved her. She was gracious, generous and loyal to her family and friends and even to strangers. Everyone who knew Shirley knew where to find her when “The Price is Right” was on, and just about every afternoon after the bingo van had run. She also enjoyed playing cards.
Her laughter and smile will forever remain in hearts of all who knew.
Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Pard in 1993; her sister, Carrie Sauls in 1995; her grandson, Micah Davis in 1986; her beloved mother-in-law, Georgie Hicks in 2000; and a daughter-in-law, Cindy Hicks.
Shirley leaves to cherish her memory three sons, three daughters and their spouses, Sharon Henson of Dover, George Stanley Hicks Jr. and wife Beverly of Magnolia, Cynthia Davis and husband George “Leo” of Dover, Brian Hicks and wife Ruth of Harrington, Darryl Hicks of Milford and Eva Cola and husband, Wayne of New Orleans; one sister and one brother, Willie Mae Henson and Richard “Sonny” Davis of Baltimore; seven grandchildren, O’Shell Cooper and husband Jermaine of Middletown, Phillip Hicks, André Henson and Karena’ Davis of Dover, Waneva and Shane Cola of New Orleans, Michael Hicks of Salisbury, Md.; six great-grandchildren; eight brothers- and sisters-in-law, Jesse Sauls of Houston, Joseph “Theo” Hicks and wife Angie of New Mexico, Thelma Hicks of Dover, Wellington “Buddy” Hicks of Lewes, Robert “Bobby” Hicks of Lincoln, and Shirley Riley and husband Harvey Sr. of Dover; beloved cousins, Delores Fort and Neil “Bud” Davis and wife Delores of Milford; a host of loving nieces, nephews, relatives, bingo buddies, hospital associates, Club 13 members and loving friends.
Services were held in St. Paul U. M. Church in Milford. Burial was private.
Instead of flowers, send donations to Cynthia Davis and family, 227 Headstart Lane, Dover, DE 19901.
Arrangements by Bennie Smith Funeral Home, Dover.
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Reginald C. Clarke,
Lewes resident
Reginald C. Clarke, 78, of Lewes, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008, at Harbor Healthcare & Rehab Center in Lewes.
Mr. Clarke was born on July 3, 1929, in Grafton, N.D., son of the late Rev. Robert and Winifred Meyer Clarke.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Clarke was predeceased by two brothers, Bruce R. Clarke and Paul F. Clarke; and a sister, Susan Selb.
He is survived by a sister-in-law, Eldred E. Clarke of Rockville, Md.; four nieces, two nephews, two great-nieces, a great-nephew, a great-great-niece and two great-great-nephews.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 2, at St. Peter’s Cemetery, Pilottown Road, Lewes, with the Rev. Jeffrey Ross officiating.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Compassionate Care Hospice of the Delmarva Peninsula, 31038 Country Gardens Blvd., Dagsboro, DE 19939. Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes.
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Regine S. Downer,
foster grandparent
Regine Suzanne Downer, 72, of Bonaire passed away Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008.
Mrs. Downer was born June 21, 1935, in Paris, France.
She was a homemaker and paraprofessional for South Dover Elementary.
Mrs. Downer was an active participant in the foster grandparents program, and was a former resident of Luther Towers in Dover.
She also enjoyed shopping and spending time with friends.
Her husband, Harold M. Downer, preceded her in death.
Survivors include her children, Donald Steven Downer of Gainesville, Fla., Sandra Fujimoto (Richard) of Bonaire and Phillippe Gary Downer of Rehoboth Beach; a sister, Josette Duportail of France; and her grandchildren, Christopher Downer, Justice Downer, Wyatt Fujimoto and Logan Fujimoto.
Services will be private.
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John P. Driscoll,
decorated veteran
John P. Driscoll, 89, of Millsboro, died Thursday, Jan. 24, 2008, at Green Valley Terrace Nursing Home in Millsboro.
Mr. Driscoll was born Oct. 29, 1918, in Germantown, Pa., the son of the late John J. and Gertrude V. Noonan Driscoll.
Mr. Driscoll was retired from the General Electric Appliance Park East in Columbia, Md., after many years of service.
John served for five years in the U.S. Army during World War II assigned to the 36th Corps of Engineers Regiment.
His outfit not only engineered and built bridges for our troops, but they served in the capacity of infantry while they pursued the German Army through North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France and into Germany. Mr. Driscoll’s medals include seven campaign medals, three Bronze Stars, one Silver Star and the Purple Heart for battle wounds received in Anzio, Italy.
He is survived by his sister, Ann C. Driscoll, of Millsboro.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held at Mary Mother of Peace Roman Catholic Church, Millsboro.
Interment with honors was held in the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Patriot’s Way, Millsboro.
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George W. Chambers Jr.,
Beebe volunteer
George Wilson Chambers Jr., 80, of Milton, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008, at Harrison Senior Living in Georgetown.
He was born January 26, 1927, in Newark, N.J., son of the late George W. and Mabel Allen Chambers.
Mr. Chambers had worked in the sales of industrial cleaning supplies for 35 years in New Jersey for Puritan and Eco Labs. For 35 years he was a member of the Iselin Volunteer Fire Department No. 1, Iselin, N.J.; past president of the JFK Memorial High School Band Parents Association; and for 15 years he was very active as an assistant troop leader for the Boy Scouts of America. He had served with the U.S. Navy during World War II.
After retiring in 1989, he and his wife relocated to Delaware where he served as a Beebe Medical Center volunteer transporter for over 12 years and was a member of Epworth United Methodist Church.
He enjoyed boating and fishing and was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ann Dickerman Chambers; two sons, Gregory Chambers and his wife Gayle of Clifton Park, N.Y. and Jeffrey Chambers and his wife Elizabeth of Hockessin; four grandchildren; and a sister, Lorraine Koch of Fulshear, Texas.
A memorial service was held Saturday, Jan. 26. Interment will be private at Henlopen Memorial Park, Milton.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Enterprises, Inc., Lewes.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Epworth U.M. Church Building Fund, 20 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971; or to Delaware Hospice, 20167 Office Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947.
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John W. Taylor Sr.,
retired mechanic
John W. Taylor Sr., 84, of Dover, passed on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2008, at home.
He was born Feb. 24, 1923, in Bishopville, Md., to the late Willie and Mable White Taylor.
Mr. Taylor was a retired master mechanic working on gas and diesel engines.
He knew how to work on anything from general automotive repair to specializing in working on International Harvester to working on ship engines when he was in the U.S. Navy.
Jack was a member of the Victory Chapel. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He was cofounder of the George Penuel Jr. Chapter 7 of the DAV and he helped cofound several other chapters.
He was a member of the DAV and the VFW in Georgetown. Also, he was certified as a deep-sea diver and a commercial fisherman.
He was preceded in death by a son, William Taylor, on Feb. 4, 2007.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Virginia Taylor of Dover; five sons, John W. Taylor Jr., and his wife Pauline of Frederica, Lucky Taylor of Dover, Jerry Taylor of Dagsboro, Clark Payne of Florida, and George Payne and his wife Patty of Georgetown; two daughters, Aurilia Ferguson of California, and Brenda Hopkins and her husband Wallace Jr. of California; three stepdaughters, Jackie, Vickie and Rose; one sister, Hattie Tull of Laurel; 26 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
Committal services with honors will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 30, at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Patriot’s Way, Millsboro.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 5610 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE 19808.
Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, Delaware.
01/25/08
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George W. Chambers Jr.,
Beebe volunteer
George Wilson Chambers Jr., 80, of Milton, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008, at Harrison Senior Living in Georgetown. Mr. Chambers had worked in the sales of industrial cleaning supplies for 35 years in New Jersey for Puritan and Eco Labs. After retiring in 1989, he and his wife relocated to Delaware where he served as a Beebe Medical Center volunteer transporter for over 12 years and was a member of Epworth United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Ann (Dickerman) Chambers; two sons, Gregory Chambers and his wife Gayle of Clifton Park, N.Y., and Jeffrey Chambers and his wife Elizabeth of Hockessin; four grandchildren; and a sister, Lorraine Koch of Fulshear, Texas. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 26, at Epworth Methodist Church, 20 Baltimore Ave., Rehoboth. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be private at Henlopen Memorial Park, Milton. Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Enterprises.
Inc., Lewes.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Epworth U. M. Church Building Fund, 20 Baltimore Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 or to Delaware Hospice, 20167 Office Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947.
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The Rev. Herman W. Fry,
church pastor
The Rev. Herman Wesley Fry, 83, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008, at Harbor Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Lewes. He was born March 12, 1924, in Petersburg, Va., son of the late Charles R. and Annie May (Davis) Fry.
The Rev. Fry attended the Petersburg public schools and continued his education at North Central University, Minneapolis, Minn. He married his wife of 62 years, Lois A. Doscher Fry, formerly of Carteret, N.J., October 14, 1945. The Rev. Fry was ordained 58 years ago with the Assemblies of God. He has pastored various churches in Virginia, West Virginia, Florida and Maryland. His last pastorate before retiring in 1991 to Rehoboth Beach was in Silver Spring, Md., where he officiated for 17 years.
In his retirement years, he has enjoyed singing with the barbershoppers (Nautical Sounds) in Bethany Beach; participating in Bible study groups and being with friends at McDonald’s. He also enjoyed many a walk around Rehoboth Mall, golfing and traveling the country with his wife.
The Rev. Fry and his wife have been active in many ways with the Midway Assembly of God congregation in Lewes. Over the years, he and his wife have orchestrated the music at church conventions and meetings, and they organized the first youth camp for the Potomac District Council of the Assemblies of God. While serving in the Potomac District Council of the Assemblies of God, he held numerous ministerial positions, including youth director, Presbyter, men’s fellowship and Sunday school director. Most of all, he loved to sing, quote Scripture and he loved the Lord!
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers.
In addition to his beloved wife, Lois, he is survived by his daughter, June Toth of Scaggsville, Md.; two sons, Paul Fry of Kearneysville, W.Va., and Ken Fry of Burke, Va.; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and his sister, Ruth Fitch of Richmond, Va.
Funeral services led by Pastor Gary Ross will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008, at Midway Assembly of God Church, Route 1 and Old Postal Lane, Lewes, where friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Conley’s United Methodist Cemetery, Robinsonville Road, Lewes. Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Enterprises Inc., Lewes.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Midway Assembly of God Church, P.O. Box 669, Lewes, DE 19958.
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Barbara Olsen Terrell,
Marine wife and mother
Barbara Olsen Terrell, 75, of Long Neck, formerly of Glen Burnie, Md., passed away Monday, Jan. 21, 2008, at her home with her family at her bedside.
Barbara was born on Sept. 29, 1932, in Washington, D.C., the daughter of the late William and Margaret Olsen. Mrs. Terrell was a full-time employee with Liz Claiborne Outlet Store, and was a career Marine wife for 27 years; she was devoted to her family and dedicated to her 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
She attended Mary Mother of Peace Catholic Church in Oak Orchard.
She is survived by her husband, Capt. Tom Terrell, Ret. USMC; and eight children, Wanda of Wilmington, N.C., Lois of Millsboro, Thomas Jr. of Grand Rapids, Mich., Michael of Shamokin, Pa., Patricia of Glen Burnie, Mary of Henderson, Nev., Regina of Mohnton, Pa., and Jean of Glen Burnie.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Melson Funeral Services on Long Neck Road. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 30, at Mary Mother of Peace Catholic Church, Route 24 and Mt. Joy Road, Oak Orchard.
Also, friends are welcome to join the family at Kalas Funeral Home in Oxon Hill, Md., from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 3.
Interment will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, Feb. 4, at Arlington National Cemetery. Friends and family attending the interment service should report to the Administration Building at Arlington at 12:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 31038 Country Garden Blvd., Dagsboro, DE. 19939.
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Walter J. McNeal,
Ferrera Co. retiree
Walter J. McNeal, 86, of Georgetown, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008, in his home.
Walter was born in Wilmington, son of the late Walter J. Sr. and Agnes (Campbell) McNeal.
He worked for many years with Greg Ferrera Co. in construction, plumbing and roadwork and retired in 1981.
Walter was a Navy veteran of World War II. He entered active service in 1942 and was honorably discharged in 1946, serving most of that time overseas.
He was a member of the VFW Post 6984 in Milton and American Legion Post 28 in Georgetown.
Walter enjoyed farming and spending time outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Erna (Hart) McNeal; two children, Jean Reed and her husband Jim of Newark and Herbert Cadden and his wife Rachel of Richmond, Va.; six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three half-brothers; and a half-sister.
Services and burial will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Delaware Hospice, 20167 Office Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947.
Arrangements handled by Short Funeral Services, Georgetown.
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Gudrun Lechliter,
local homemaker
A bright shining star burnt out early when Gudrun Lechliter, 54, a lifelong nonsmoker, lost her courageous battle against lung cancer Saturday, Jan. 19, 2008. To paraphrase the poet Dylan Thomas, she went not gently into that dark night, but raged and fought valiantly with dignity for some two and one-half years against the disease that robbed her of the light.
Gudrun was the loving and beloved wife of Col. Gerald A. Lechliter, U.S. Army (Ret.). She and her husband have lived in Lewes since April 1999. Her compassion, courage and cheerful disposition, even in the face of adversity, inspired all who came to know her. Her absence leaves a cavernous hole that cannot be filled, and she will be sorely missed by her family and all those who came to know her.
Gudrun was born and raised in West Berlin, Germany. She and her husband met while he was stationed there in 1976. That is a love story in itself. In 1979, Gudrun gave up her career in Germany when they married in Bisbee, Ariz. Her husband’s career necessitated many moves, and they spent the next 20 years in numerous locations in Europe and the United States. She became the consummate homemaker and supported her husband totally: His successes in the Army were just as much hers.
Ever the helper, she never complained even in the worst circumstances. Gudrun was a person of uncommon character: reserved, kind, generous to a fault, caring, compassionate, considerate and always willing to extend a helping hand even while battling cancer. She simply was a fantastic person, a bright shining example.
Gudrun found pleasure in simple things and celebrated the small joys of life. She was a passionate reader, gardener, gourmet cook and defender of animals’ rights. While her husband was still working, she loved long, solitary walks in the forests and mountains of Germany and along the Rhine River with their dogs Frantz and Fritz, who preceded her in death. In Lewes, she and her husband were avid walkers of the Delaware Bay beach with friends and Fritz, well known by the locals as the “stick dog” for the huge stick he always carried.
She was a devoted and beloved stepmother to Lydia Lechliter of Pittsburgh, Pa. She is also survived by her husband of Lewes and Berlin, Germany; her aunt Irene Teise, sister Ilona Gebhard and brother-in-law Detlev Gebhard, and nephew Dennis Gebhard, all of Berlin, Germany; and her cousins Gitti Gast and Rita Fischer, and their families, of Dortmund, Germany.
All services are private.
In lieu of flowers or cards, a donation may be made to the ASPCA, 424 E. 92nd St., New York, NY 10128-6804 or another animal rights organization.
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Robert L. Klinedinst,
college professor
Beloved husband, father, grandfather and educator Robert Lee Klinedinst left this world Friday, Jan 18, 2008 to be in God’s hands. He was born on Oct. 23, 1922, in Red Lion, Pa.
Robert graduated from Red Lion High School and Gettysburg College, and did graduate degree study at Penn State and the University of Missouri. Robert served in Okinawa during World War II.
He taught mathematics at Penn State and Bloomsburg University where he taught some of the first computer courses. He enjoyed children and strived for fairness in education.
Robert was an active member of Saint Matthew Lutheran Church, Bloomsburg, and Saint Luke Lutheran Church, Pleasant Gap. He loved music, traveling to see family members and camping. He and Ruth served together as volunteers for Meals on Wheels and the Danville State Hospital, and enjoyed many church and university activities.
Surviving immediate family members include his wife Ruth to whom he had been married almost 59 years; his two daughters, Trudy Klinedinst of Bloomsburg, Sue Dreisbach and her husband Bill of Medford, N.J.; and his two sons, Thomas Klinedinst and his wife Joann of Doylestown, Pa., and Jim Klinedinst and his wife Michelle of Dagsboro. He and Ruth also have six wonderful grandchildren including Charles Dreisbach of Syracuse, N.Y., Joseph Dreisbach of Medford, N.J., Andrew and Amy Klinedinst of Doylestown, Pa., and Darcy and Shelby Klinedinst of Dagsboro.
A viewing will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 26, at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 123 North Market St., Bloomsburg, Pa., and a worship celebration will follow at 2 p.m. Worshipers are welcome to join the family for a meal following. Interment will be at Rosemont Cemetery in Bloomsburg.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church Education & Music Fund 123 N. Market St., Bloomsburg, PA 17815 or the Bloomsburg Food Cupboard, 329 Center St., Bloomsburg, PA 17815.
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Jessie C. Mutter,
occupational therapist
Mrs. Jessie C. Mutter, 82, of Newark, formerly of Chincoteague, Va., died on Monday, January 21, 2008, at her home.
Mrs. Mutter was born in Welch, W.Va., on February 18, 1925, daughter of the late John Goss and Adilia Pennington Goss. An occupational therapist by profession, she had been employed at the Delaware State Hospital for 27 years until her retirement.
Mrs. Mutter was a devout Christian and member of the First Baptist Church of New Castle. She greatly enjoyed crocheting, craft-making and watching the wildlife around her home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond E. Mutter Sr., in 1993; and by a daughter, Rayda Clark. She is survived by her daughter, Laura Wilson and her husband John of Newark; her son, Raymond E. Mutter Jr. of Harrisonburg, W.Va.; six grandchildren, Dawn Phillips and her husband John of Warwick, Md., Mark Dinkowski of Rehoboth, Toby Dinkowksi of Delaware, Noelle Starkey of Halethorpe, Md., Brian Wilson and his wife Tracy of Middletown, and Jamie Wilson of Newark; 10 great-grandchildren; and her niece, Louise Chaffin of Baltimore, Md.
A funeral service was held Thursday, January 24, in the chapel of Gracelawn Memorial Park, New Castle, with interment in the adjoining memorial park.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 92 Read’s Way, Ste. 205, New Castle, DE 19720.
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Ronald Knapp Sr.
Air Force retiree
Lt. Col. (Ret.) Ronald Kearney Knapp Sr., 77, of Felton passed Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2008, in Milford Memorial Hospital.
Ronald was born on Dec. 14, 1930, as the first child to Laurence and Rebecca Knapp. After attending school in Lewes, he received an appointment to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. He graduated in June 1954, receiving a regular commission as an officer in the U.S. Air Force.
His military career spanned 24 years and included duties as navigator on the Strategic Air Command KC-135 and B-52 aircraft, navigator on special operations aircraft during the Vietnam conflict, squadron operations officer, support squadron commander and base commander of Phan Rang AFB, Republic of Vietnam.
After retiring from the Air Force in 1978, he returned with his family to Delaware. He began a career with the Delaware Emergency Management Agency in 1979 and served as the administrative officer until his retirement in 1994. During that time, he was instrumental in locating the site and planning the construction of the current Delaware Emergency Management Operations Center, located along Route 1 near Smyrna.
With a strong technical background, he was a skilled craftsman doing his own welding, metalwork, carpentry and auto repair. He enjoyed working on projects for the accomplishment of making something with his own hands and took pride in the quality of his work.
In full retirement, he supported community and local causes, including serving on the board for the Lake Forest School District and helping to establish the West Point Society of Delmarva and the Bridgeville Rifle and Pistol Club.
A recent prolonged illness limited him in many of his leisure pursuits, but he remained quick of wit with a special sense of humor that could bring a light to the darkness of situations and demonstrated a mischievous nature that was always meant to cause a smile.
Ronald was a loving husband, father and grandfather. A man of much knowledge, he was always willing to help both friend and stranger.
He was preceded in death by his parents and by his daughter, Rebecca Lea Knapp.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mathilda Hrupsa Knapp of Felton; a son, Ronald Knapp Jr. and his wife Cindy-Lee of Olympia, Wash.; three daughters, Elizabeth Engle and her husband Jeff of Elverson, Pa., Mary Knapp of Felton, and Ruth Lavelle and her husband Greg of Wilmington; grandchildren Kathryn and Jessica Knapp, Erin Blankenship, and Kylie and Mathew Lavelle; a brother, Laurence Knapp and his wife Eleanor of Lewes; and a sister, Adele Hudson of Lewes.
A viewing will be held from 7 to 9 p.m., Friday, Feb. 1, at the Berry Short Funeral Home, Main Street, Felton. Funeral services and remembrance will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 2, at Berry Short Funeral Home in Felton. Interment will follow at Hopkins Cemetery, Felton.
Contributions may be made to the Brandywine Special Needs PTA, 2407 Caney Road, Wilmington DE 19810; or Delaware Foundation Reaching Citizens with Cognitive Disabilities (DFRC), 640 Plaza Drive, Newark, DE 19702.Continued from page 74
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Doris C. Langshaw,
beloved grandmother
Doris Campbell Langshaw, 78, of Millsboro, finally found peace after passing away on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2008, at the Green Valley Terrace Nursing Home in Millsboro of Alzheimer’s disease.
She was an extremely kind and loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be sadly missed by her devoted husband of 59 years, Robert Langshaw of Millsboro; her children and their spouses, Sandra and Richard Beard of Middletown, Bob and Linda Langshaw of Clayton, and Charles and Debi Langshaw of Dover.
Doris, who was known as Mom Mom, especially enjoyed her grandchildren, Shawn Beard and his wife Maddi, Justin Beard, Ryan Langshaw, Evan Langshaw, and Amber Langshaw. There is also a great-granddaughter, Sofia Beard, whom she never had the joy of knowing.
She is also survived by her caring and loving sister, Carolyn Miller and her husband Joe of Hockessin.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to Alzheimer’s Association of Sussex County, P.O. Box 625, Georgetown, DE 19947.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Long Neck.
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Catherine Sweigert,
retired GE employee
Catherine “Kitty” Miriam Small Sweigert, 93, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2008, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
Mrs. Sweigert was born Sept. 11, 1914, in York, Pa., daughter of the late Edward and Gilberta Allen Small. Mrs. Sweigert lived in Philadelphia and Wallingford, Pa., before her move to Delaware in 1996. She was employed by General Electric in Pennsylvania for 33 years, retiring in 1978 as an inventory control specialist. While still employed, she served as the women’s director of the Quarter Century Club at General Electric and secretary of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Women’s Bowling League.
Mrs. Sweigert was a member of the Sussex Family YMCA, an avid reader, and arts and crafts enthusiast. She was also a member of St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Quentin “Swag” Sweigert in 1961. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Sweigert of Bucks County, Pa.; her son, Lawrence “Larry” Sweigert of Lewes; and her sister, Margaret Irwin of York.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by James E. Downs, MSA, at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 25, at St. Jude The Apostle Church, Route 1 north of Five Points. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to Mass. Interment will be private at Saints Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield, Pa.
Please omit flowers. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Sussex Family YMCA, 105 Church St., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Enterprises, Inc., Lewes.
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Joseph Demanovich,
retired mechanic
Joseph Demanovich, 90, of Wilmington, passed away Saturday Jan. 19, 2008.
Mr. Demanovich was a machinist for Singer Sewing Machine Co., a mechanic for the Trumbull, Conn. public school system and an army veteran of World War II.
He is survived by his wife, Angeline Demanovich; his daughter-in-law, Margaret D. White of Lewes; his sisters, Maggie Brown of Shenandoah, Pa., and Helen Casper of Medford, N.J.; and one grandson, Stephen J. Demanovich.
He was predeceased by his son, Stephen J. Demanovich.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 23, at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Rd., Pike Creek. Burial will be private.
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Brontia Tashi Allen,
Sussex Central student
Brontia Nichole Tashi “Tia” Allen, 14 of Millsboro, died Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at Children’s Hospital, National Medical Center, Washington, D.C.
She was a seventh-grade student at Sussex Central Middle School in Millsboro. Tia was a joyous young lady, humble and beloved by her family. She loved her family, and was admired by classmates at school who remember her smile and quiet charm. Though she was taken so young, she will be missed very much.
She was born in Lewes, daughter of Sinaka Kellam of Millsboro, and David Allen of Lancaster, Calif. She was a member of Trinity Holiness Church in Frankford. Tia had attended Phillip C. Showell School and Indian River Middle School. She was a member of the chorus at school. She was selected Miss Coastal Delaware in 2007.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by a stepfather, Victor Perez, of Millsboro; and two brothers, Christopher Purnell and Victor Perez Jr. She is also survived by her grandparents; many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members; and many, many friends whose lives she touched.
Services will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 26, at St. John Second Baptist Church, Mt. Joy near Millsboro. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church. Interment will be at St. John Second Baptist Church Cemetery, Millsboro. Pastor Larry Morris of Trinity Holiness Church, Frankford, will officiate.
Contributions are requested to offset catastrophic medical expenses, as well as funeral expenses. Donations may be sent to Mrs. Sinaka Kellem c/o: Watson Funeral Home, PO Box 125, Millsboro, DE 19966.
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H. Virginia Spicer,
community volunteer
Mrs. H. Virginia Spicer, 92, of Middletown, passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2008.
Mrs. Spicer was born in Port Penn on June 3, 1915, daughter of the late Elmer Ellis and Clara Emerson Ellis.
A graduate of Delaware City High School, she was a lifelong member of St. George’s United Methodist Church and a member of the Central Grange for many years. She was active in her community throughout her life, volunteering with Meals on Wheels and assisting in various local fundraisers. Mrs. Spicer greatly enjoyed traveling, both in the United States and abroad, and spending summers in her cottage at Rehoboth Beach. She was an avid reader and a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She especially enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. Because of her dedication to her family, we take comfort in knowing that she is in Heaven with those who passed before her. Her unselfish love for her family will live in our hearts forever.
Her beloved husband, W. Erwin Spicer, Jr., died in 1980. She was also preceded in death by a son, William Spicer; a grandson, James R. Spicer Jr.; five brothers; and two sisters.
She is survived by three sons, Kenneth F. Spicer of Middletown, James R. Spicer and his wife, Jane, of Bear, and Richard E. Spicer Sr. of Middletown; a brother, Walter “Sonny” Ellis of Massey, Md.; a sister, Alberta Veasey of Lewes; four grandchildren, Richard Spicer Jr., Debbie Spicer, Keith Spicer and Stephen Spicer; nine great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
A graveside service was held at Old Drawyers Cemetery, DuPont Parkway, Odessa.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Georges United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 145, St. Georges, DE 19733.
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William “Jerry” Adkins,
noted businessman
William Gerald “Jerry” Adkins, 71, of Fenwick Island, passed away Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008, at his home.
Born near Selbyville on March 12, 1936, Jerry was the son of the late C. Edward Adkins and Pearle Murray Adkins. He attended the former Selbyville High School, graduated from St. James School in St. James, Md., attended Emory University in Atlanta; graduated from the University of Delaware, where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity; and for 10 years was a teacher at the former Lord Baltimore High School. A prominent businessman in Sussex County, Jerry was a real estate broker and developer. In addition to developing the Keenwicks, he owned and operated Treasure Beach RV Park, Bayville Shopping Center, Bayville Package Store and Bayville Marina.
Jerry was a member and served on the vestry of St. Martin’s In-The-Field Episcopal Church, Selbyville; Doric Masonic Lodge No. 30, Millville; Bethany-Fenwick Chamber of Commerce; Sussex County Board of Realtors; and the Rotary Club. He had previously served as chairman of the Delaware Solid Waste Authority and chairman of the Sussex County Democratic Committee and had been a member of the Delaware Judicial Committee for Magistrate Courts and on the board of Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, Georgetown. An avid traveler, he had traveled extensively in the United States and around the world, having visited many foreign countries and exotic places. For the last 25 years, he spent the winter months at his second home in Ocean Ridge, Fla., and although he really enjoyed hunting, his greatest passion was sailing.
He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Junis B. Adkins; a son, Andrew W. Adkins and his wife, Pamela of Fenwick Island; two daughters, Jerean Adkins and her companion Mark Warren of Fenwick Island and Heather A. Marsden and her husband Scott of Annapolis, Md.; a sister, Patricia A. Derrickson and her husband William of Seaford; seven grandchildren, Lauren, Alexander and Caroline Marsden and Christopher, Jonathan, Matthew and Andrew Thomas Adkins; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Hastings Funeral Home, 19 South Main St., Selbyville. Funeral services at St. Martin’s In-The-Field Episcopal Church and burial at Roxana Cemetery will be private.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to St. Martin’s In-The-Field Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 697, Selbyville, DE 19975; or the Peninsula Regional Medical Center Foundation, 100 East Carroll St., Salisbury, MD 21801-5493.
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Richard Cutts III,
hospital administrator
Mr. Richard Cutts III, 72, of Newark, died suddenly Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at his home.
Mr. Cutts was born in Mount Vernon, N.Y., on March 8, 1935, son of the late Richard Cutts Jr. and Esther Schwier Cutts.
A graduate of the Army Language School in Monterey, Calif., he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1962, serving for a time in the Office of the Army Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, Iran.
Mr. Cutts received his bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Colorado and later his master’s degree in hospital administration from the University of Michigan. As a hospital administrator and project director, he enjoyed a varied and international career, working for such institutions as the Detroit-Macomb Hospitals Association, Detroit, Mich.; the Wilmington Medical Center (Memorial Division), Wilmington; the Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Towson, Md.; al-Mutabagani Health Services, Jubail, Saudi Arabia; and the al Fanateer Project, International Hospitals Group, Stoke Poges, Berks., U.K. A talented artist and photographer throughout his life, Mr. Cutts greatly enjoyed documenting his many travels, which included visits to more than 30 countries.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Elizabeth Cutts.
He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Silke M. Gerken Cutts; a daughter, Christina E. Cutts of Rehoboth Beach; a son, Richard K. Cutts of Julian, N.C.; a grandson, Connor R. Cutts of Rehoboth Beach; a stepson, Gernot Jobst and his wife, Laurie, of Newark; two stepdaughters, Ulrike Spencer and her husband, Chris, of Dover; and Sabine Casazza and husband, Chris, of Indianapolis, Ind.; and six stepgrandchildren, Emily, Hannah and Abigail Jobst; and Shannon, Alexa and Breanna Casazza.
The funeral service and interment will be held privately and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 1501 Casho Mill Rd., Ste. 1, Newark, DE 19711.
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Georgette P. Delaney,
retired nurse
Georgette Patricia (Pat) Delaney, 66, of Milton, entered eternal rest Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008 at her son’s home in Adamstown, Md.
Pat was born in Bernardsville, N.J., to the late George and Minnie Howell. Upon graduation from Bernards High School in 1959, she entered Mountainside School of Nursing in New Jersey where she received her RN. She later received her BS in nursing from George Washington University in Washington, D.C.
She was a communicant of St. Joseph-On-Carrolton Manor, in Buckeystown, Md. Pat was a Eucharistic Minister and member of the Rosary Society of St. Jude Roman Catholic Church in Lewes.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Leo Delaney, in 1993.
She is survived by four sons, Thomas of Philadelphia, Pa., Timothy of Adamstown, Md., Daniel of Chapel Hill, N.C., and Christopher of Asbury Park, N.J. She is also survived by a brother, Gary Howell of Califon, N.J.; and a sister, Gail Bell of Bernardsville; and three grandchildren, John, Kaelynn and Thomas of Adamstown, Md.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 22, at St. Joseph-On-Carrolton Manor, 5843 Manor Woods Road, Buckeystown, Md.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Pat’s name may be made to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, 14 Pennsylvania Plaza, Suite 1400, New York, NY 10122 (www.OCRF.org).
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Brian Miller,
C.F. Schwartz manager
Brian Miller, 40, of Smyrna, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2008, in Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, Dover, surrounded by his family and friends after a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Brian was born in Riverhead, N.Y., on May 24, 1967, son of Rose Wilmire, but spent most of his childhood years in Camden.
He graduated in 1987 from Caesar Rodney High School.
Prior to his illness, he was employed at C.F. Schwartz as a new car manager of their Toyota division.
Brian was 18 years old when he began his career in the car business and worked for several Delaware dealers until he found his home with the C.F. Schwartz dealership.
He loved cars and motorcycles. He enjoyed motocross, golfing and spending time with his family and friends.
Brian will forever be missed by his family and friends, and he is survived by his wife of 16 years, Kris Miller; sons, Matthew and Nicholas Miller, whom he referred to as his two angels; mother and stepfather, Rose and Tom Wilmire of Milford; brother, Keith Miller and his wife Cheryl of Magnolia; father and mother-in-law, Neal and Terri Carter of Dover; nieces, Brandie Miller of Camden and Emily Miller of Magnolia; a sister-in-law, Kim Kilby and her husband Steve of Milton; and many other loving family members and supportive friends.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Delaware Hospice, Drs. Coll and Rubacky and their staff for their loving care and support for Brian.
A visitation in celebration of Brian was held in Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home, Smyrna.
At Brian’s request, the funeral and burial will be privately held.
Instead of flowers, the family suggests contributions to be made to Delaware Hospice Inc., 911 S. DuPont Highway, Dover, DE 19901.
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Jeffrey Dean Hitchens,
lawn care employee
Jeffrey Dean Hitchens, 29, of Millsboro passed away at his home Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2008.
Born Dec. 16, 1978, to his loving mother, Martha Ann Davidson, Jeffrey was a devoted father who enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.
He was employed by Lawn Care Plus. Jeffrey was a diehard Washington Redskins and Dale Earnhardt fan.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Elizabeth Martha Truitt.
He is survived by his fiancée, Dawn Mifflin of Millsboro; his children, Jessica Elizabeth Hitchens and Jeffrey James Hitchens, both of Millsboro; his mother, Martha Ann Davidson of Millsboro; his sisters, Cheryl Gravenor of Ocean View and Judy Carmean of Millsboro; his brothers, Thomas Hitchens of Seaford and Charles Littleton of Laurel; and several nieces and nephews.
A viewing will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Bennie Smith Funeral Home, 219 S. Washington St., Millsboro.
Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Bennie Smith Funeral Home, 917 W. Isabella St., Salisbury, MD, to help with funeral expenses.
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Margaret K. Justice,
retired principal
Margaret K. Justice, 73, of Ocean View, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at her home.
Mrs. Justice was born in Gumboro, daughter to the late William and Mae (Littleton) Kelley.
Margaret was a retired educator and school principal retiring in the late 1980s from the Laurel School District after 33 years of service. She was a lifetime member of the Millville Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary serving 53 years, past state president of the Ladies Auxiliary, a member of Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church, member of the Republican Women’s Club and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter 12 of Frankford. Margaret was family oriented and loved being around her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all.
Mrs. Justice is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, C. Sanford Justice; a daughter, Kelley Reynolds and her husband Kent of Ocean View; and two grandchildren, Samantha Reynolds and Clay Reynolds.
An Order of the Eastern Star service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 22, at the Ocean View Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, West Ave., Ocean View, where a funeral service will follow. Family and friends may call after 11 a.m. on Tuesday. Interment will be in Millsboro Cemetery.
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Julia F. Hanley,
retired teacher’s aide
Julia F. Bieniek Hanley, 87, of Lewes, passed away Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008, at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones.
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Mrs. Hanley was born April 6, 1920, in Altoona, Pa., daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Weglowski Bieniek.
Mrs. Hanley married her late husband and settled in Lewes in 1949. Mrs. Hanley was a teacher’s aide in Lewes schools for 15 years, retiring in 1984. She was a volunteer with Meals on Wheels for 20 years. She was also a member of the former Blessed Virgin Mary Sodality and a very active member at St. Jude/St. Edmond Catholic Church. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be missed by all who knew her. The family would like to acknowledge and thank her caregiver, Mary Sturdivant, for her devoted care over the past three years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald C. Hanley, in 2002; two brothers, Stanley and Walter Bieniek; and two sisters, Steffie Lawruk and Helen Radwanski.
She is survived by two daughters, Connie Smith and her husband Charles and Mary Lou Warren and her husband Wayne, all of Lewes; six grandchildren, Kim, Christy, Cody and Kelly Smith, and Jacki and Jenn Warren; two sisters, Sis Hollern and Joanne Turcovski, both of Altoona, Pa.; three sisters-in-law, Peggy Bieniek and Dot Hanley, both of Altoona, and Ruth Hanley of Jarrettsville, Md.; and many nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Jude The Apostle Catholic Church, Lewes. Interment was private at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Jude The Apostle Building Fund, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, DE 19958; or to Compassionate Care Hospice of the Delmarva Peninsula, 31038 Country Gardens Blvd., Suite D2, Dagsboro, DE 19939.
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Sharon Joyce Edwards,
former 4-H’er
Sharon Joyce Edwards, 26, of Harbeson, formerly of Henderson, Md., died Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, in Goldsboro, Md.
She was born March 20, 1981, in Wilmington.
Miss Edwards had attended North Caroline High School. She was a member of the Caroline County 4-H Club during her teenage years.
She is survived by her parents, Roy W. and Pamela VanSant Edwards of Harbeson; grandmothers, Laura Abbott of Harbeson and Pat VanSant of Millsboro; one daughter, Rachel Lynn Edwards of Harbeson; three sisters, Jennifer Pyle of Harrington, Gwendolyn Edwards of Magnolia, and Laura Edwards of Harbeson; and many nieces and nephews.
Services were held in Fleegle and Helfenbein Funeral Home, Greensboro, Md. Interment will be private.
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Deloise Ann Reed,
former hospital worker
Deloise Ann Reed, 60, of Ellendale, departed from this life Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008.
Deloise was born June 11, 1947, in Accomac, Va., to the late Robert Bagwell and Delphine Reid.
She was affectionately known as “Ann,” “Miss Reed,” “Louise Ann” and “Grandma” to her family and friends.
Deloise attended the Accomack County public schools in Virginia and Jason High School in Georgetown, where she received her diploma. She moved to Delaware in the early 1950s with her aunt, Sadie Hall. Deloise worked at the Milford Day Care Center and Milford Memorial Hospital for 10 years. When her aunt and uncle took ill, she retired to take care of their needs.
Deloise was known for her smile and enjoying music.
Some of her hobbies included crafts, sewing, cooking and enjoying life.
Deloise confessed her salvation in the Lord Jesus Christ at St. John’s Fire Baptist Church, Milford. She also attended church at Friendship United Methodist Church, Millsboro.
Loved ones preceding Deloise in death included her father, Robert Bagwell; her mother, Delphine Butt-Reid; her guardians, Sadie Hall and Willie Williams; and two brothers, Robert Reid and Leon Reid.
She leaves to cherish her fond memories four daughters, Gail Reed-Harmon and Jona Rickards, both of Millsboro, Tanja Parker of Lewes and Renea Bowe of Ellendale; one son, Keith Reed of Georgetown; five sisters, Lena Boyd, Teresa Collick, Pauline Berlus, Adaline Diaz and Dorothy Ann Collins; two brothers, Ralph Reid and Randolph Reid; four sons-in-law; a daughter-in-law; 14 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at Mount Zion AME Church, Ellendale, with interment in Milford Community Cemetery.
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William J. Iles Jr.,
‘mechanical magician’
William J. Iles Jr, 70, of Millsboro, formerly of New Castle, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008, at his home in Millsboro.
He was the loving husband of the late Barbara Ann Iles. He will be dearly missed by his four daughters, son-in-laws, and grandchildren: Victoria Lysinger and her children, Danielle and Joshua Lysinger; Kimberly and Michael Baptiste and their children, Emily and Madeline; Christine and Robert Klerlein and their children, Robert and Caitlin; and Michelle and John Klerlein and their son, John.
William was the oldest brother of his siblings, Gary Iles, Donna Weibley, Michael Iles, and Rosemary Houck. He will be remembered as the most mischievous of the Iles family.
A well-known, successful mechanic, he will be missed by all on Woodcrest Road in Pot-Nets Bayside, where even retired, the “Mechanical Magician” fixed every boat and golf cart on the street for his family and friends. A true fisherman, with his white beard, hat, Miller and country music, aboard the Bil-Mar, he set a state record in 1983 for a blue marlin.
His biggest accomplishment was his daughters, they were “Daddy’s Girls.” We will miss you.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m., Monday, Jan. 21, at St. Jude’s Catholic Church, Route 1, in Lewes.
Following the Mass, there will be a “Celebration of Life” gathering at the home of Michelle and John Klerlein, 29921 Fortune Circle, The Reserve, Milton.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Sussex County S.P.C.A., 22918 DuPont Blvd, Georgetown, DE 19947.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Long Neck.
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Arthur “Bud” Moretz,
Beebe volunteer
Arthur “Bud” Moretz, 81, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, at Brandywine Assisted Living in Rehoboth Beach. Mr. Moretz was born in Philadelphia, Pa., son of the late Adolphus Arthur and Mabel Wentzel Moretz. Prior to retiring to Delaware in 1984, he and his family had resided in the Frankford section of Philadelphia from 1953 to 1984. Mr. Moretz retired after 35 years’ service with Bell of Pennsylvania.
Mr. Moretz had been a member of the Rehoboth United Methodist Church of Philadelphia. He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and a life member of the American Legion Post 7447, Rehoboth Beach. He had worked for Penn-Del Lock Co. in Rehoboth Beach for a few years after moving to Delaware, and had served as a volunteer at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes. Mr. Moretz was a U.S. Navy veteran of both World War II and the Korean conflict.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Moretz was predeceased by his wife, Dorris Van Coppenolle Moretz; and a sister, Janet Lukens.
He is survived by a son, Preston M. Moretz and his wife Mary of Philadelphia; and three sisters, Betty Shields of Philadelphia, Ruth Arms of Langhorne, Pa., and Jean Hollenbach of Milton.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 26, at Fox Chase United Methodist Church, Loney and Fillmore streets, Philadelphia, with the Rev. Stanley Krall officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Seaside Church, P.O. Box 443, Lewes, DE 19958.
Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.
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C. Irvin Workman,
Sussex Central fan
C. Irvin Workman, 72, of Georgetown passed away Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, in Bayhealth-Milford Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Georgetown, son of the late Courtland E. and Delia M. Baker Workman.
Mr. Workman worked at DuPont in Seaford for 20 years.
He served in the Delaware National Guard for eight years.
Mr. Workman was a member of the Sussex Pines Country Club in Georgetown and a 43-year life member of the Georgetown Fire Co., Station 77.
He loved golf, traveling and following Sussex Central High School and the University of Delaware football games, where he also worked the chains at Sussex Central football games for 28 years.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Horace and Alton Workman; and a sister, Louise Dorey.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Nancy Ellen Hudson Workman; five children, Cindy Humphreys and her husband Randy of Georgetown, Debbie Collins and her husband Jeff of Gumboro, Rodney Workman of Seaford, Karen Workman of Georgetown and Scott Workman and his wife Amy of Millsboro; two sisters, Eleanor Ray Warrington of Georgetown, and Margie Short and her husband Charles of Georgetown; seven grandchildren, Sean, Brent, Vance, Haley, Kyle, Ethan and Olivia; and one great-grandchild, Rhys.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Friday, Jan. 18, in the chapel of Short Funeral Services, 609 E. Market St., Georgetown, where friends may call after 11 a.m.
Interment will be in Union Cemetery, Georgetown.
Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 163, Salisbury, MD 21803-0163.
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Gene C. McTague,
hotel manager
Gene Carmean McTague, 80, of Lewes died Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, in Harbor Healthcare, Lewes.
She was born in Philadelphia, Pa., daughter of the late Arthur V. and Rona Carmean.
Mrs. McTague was a hotel manager.
She was a former member of Frankford Memorial United Methodist Church, Philadelphia.
Mrs. McTague was a loving mother and grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Roscoe and Ernest Carmean.
She is survived by her husband, William M. McTague; two daughters and a son-in-law, Susan G. Beheler of Lewes, and Robin and Don Loomis of Philadelphia; two grandchildren, Wendy Martin and Scott Beheler; and two great-grandchildren, Jillian and Alec Martin.
Funeral services will be noon, Friday, Jan. 18, in Frankford Memorial United Methodist Church, Oxford Avenue and Dyre Street, Philadelphia, where friends may call after 11 a.m.
Interment will be held in Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville, Pa.
Contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Delaware chapter, 100 W. 10th St., Suite 1103, Wilmington, DE 19801.
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Charles A. Dill Jr.,
avid bowler
Charles A. “Sonny” Dill Jr., 24, of Dover passed away Friday, Jan. 11, 2008, in Christiana Care-Christiana Hospital, Newark. He was 24.
He was born March 7, 1983, in Dover, to Charles Sr. and Alice Wingate Dill.
He enjoyed fishing and was an avid bowler.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Mary and Theodore Wingate; and his paternal grandfather, Charles A. Dill.
He is survived by his father and mother, Charles and Alice Dill of Dover; two brothers and their fiancees, Chris Dill and Summer Fitzhugh of Dover, and Richard Dill and Jodi Spencer of Hunlock, Pa.; three nephews, Brenden Dill, and Nathan and Brooke Spencer; paternal grandparent, Fay Streeter of Sarasota, Fla.; and paternal grandparents, Diane and Greg Johnson of Rehoboth Beach.
Memorial services were held Thursday, Jan. 24, in Trader Funeral Home, Dover.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions are being accepted at Trader Funeral Home, 12 Lotus St., Dover, DE 19901.
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Marrilyn J. Bovis,
active DAR member
Marrilyn Jamison Bovis, 79, of Milford passed away Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008, in Bayhealth-Milford Memorial Hospital. She was 79.
Mrs. Bovis was born May 23, 1928, in Milford, daughter of the late Richard Harwood and Mary Grier Hallett Jamison.
She was a graduate of Milford High School and earned her bachelor’s degree in 1949 from Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia.
After completing her college education, Mrs. Bovis did post-graduate studies for teaching accreditation at the University of Delaware.
She was a teacher in Rehoboth Beach after college.
Mrs. Bovis then lived in California until 1988, and then moved to Delaware.
She was also employed for several years as a social worker for the Delaware Commission for the Blind.
She spent most of her years as a full-time homemaker.
Mrs. Bovis was a member and twice regent of the Oliver Wetherbee chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Coronado, Calif., a member and past regent and registrar of the Capt. Jonathan Caldwell chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Milford and a member and corresponding secretary and chaplain of the Delaware State Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Mrs. Bovis was a member and past president of the Liberty Independence Colony of the New England Women and a member of the National Society of New England Women, a member of the Magna Charta Dames, the Daughters of Colonial Wars, the National Society of Women Descendants of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery, a member and past vice president of the Coronado Women’s Club, a past president of the Coronado Band Boosters and a member of the Milford New Century Club.
She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Irving Bovis; two sons and daughters-in-law, John N. and Trish Bovis of Eagle, Idaho, and James D. and Suzanne Borel LeCompte of San Diego, Calif; a daughter, Amy Lee LeCompte of Boise, Idaho; three grandchildren, Jack Bovis, Ryan Bovis and Brianna Bovis; and two step-grandchildren, Mario Borel and Simonne Villamichel Borel.
Services will be 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 18, in the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery Chapel, 100 Patriots Way, Millsboro.
Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions to Johns Hopkins Parkinson’s Disease Center, JHOC Suite 5064, 601 Caroline St., Baltimore, MD 21287.
Arrangements made by Rogers Funeral Home, Milford.
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Lillian Charles,
Lewes homemaker
Lillian Sorrell Charles, 89, of Lewes, passed away Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, at Lewes Convalescent Center in Lewes.
Mrs. Charles was born May 23, 1918, in McAllister, Okla., daughter of the late Rufus Elbert and Lillie Harris Sorrell.
Mrs. Charles lived in Lewes full time for the last 25 years; before her move to this area, she was from Delaware County, Pa.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel M. Charles Sr. in 2002; and a daughter, Sydney E. Abrams.
She is survived by two sons, Samuel M. Charles Jr. of Lewes and Harry J. Charles of Rehoboth Beach; a daughter, Barbara Allison of Swarthmore, Pa.; seven grandchildren, one of whom she raised as her own son, Wally Abrams of Seaford; four great-grandchildren; and a sister, Betty Reah Bosley of Bonham, Texas.
All services are private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 2306 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE 19805.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.
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William E. Knarr,
DuPont retiree
William E. “Bill” Knarr, 78, of Newark, died Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
Born in Schuylkill Haven, Pa., on Jan. 14, 1929, Mr. Knarr was a son of the late Emanuel W. Knarr and Maude Lengle Knarr.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II, spending much of his military career stationed at Parris Island, S.C. A graduate of Penn State University, he was an accountant by profession and worked for the DuPont Co. for 33 years until his retirement in 1985.
Mr. Knarr was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, where he had served as treasurer on the church council. He was also a member of the Delaware Saengerbund and the Newark Senior Center. An avid sports enthusiast, he coached in the Newark National Little League from 1964 to 1967 and was a fan of University of Delaware football. He greatly enjoyed traveling with his family throughout his life, and especially looked forward to summers in Wildwood, N.J., where he managed and maintained several properties at the Key Colony Condominiums.
His beloved wife, Mary Jane E. Asief Knarr, died in 2005.
He is survived by three sons, William M. Knarr and his wife Wendy of Verona, Va., John F. Knarr and his wife Amelia of Lewes, and James E. Knarr and his wife Linda of Bear; and six grandchildren, William Michael Knarr, Shannon W. Knarr, Diane L. Knarr, Hunter J.A. Knarr, Katherine E. Knarr and Konner W.F. Knarr.Continued from page 73
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Jan. 18, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 701 S. College Ave., Newark. Interment will follow in Silverbrook Cemetery, Lancaster Avenue and DuPont Road, Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 701 S. College Ave., Newark, DE 19713.
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Leon D. Smallwood Sr.,
movie buff
Leon D. Smallwood Sr., 70, of Rehoboth Beach, and formerly of New Castle, passed away Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, in Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Md.
He was born in New Castle, the son of the late Edward and Josephine Barcus Smallwood. In his leisure time he enjoyed playing pool, fishing, cards, and classical and modern movies. His dogs were the apple of his eye: Smokey, Bam Bam and Bear.
Leon was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara; a son, William L.; and his brother, William.
Left to cherish his memory are his children, Leon D. “Butch” Smallwood and his wife Ariel R. of Newport, Christian M. Littleton and her husband Ronald P. of Rehoboth Beach, and Donna Lee Jones and her husband Mark of Laurel; a brother, David Smallwood of New Castle; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held in Silverbrook Cemetery, Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 92 Read’s Way, New Castle, DE 19720.
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