04/18/08
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Miles M. Isaacs,
former ag secretary
Miles Martin Isaacs, 86, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2008, at Harrison Senior Living in Georgetown.
Mr. Isaacs was the son of the late Miles and Clara Gordy Isaacs. He was preceded in death by his sister, Grace Isaacs Messick; and his brother, Delbert Joseph Isaacs.
He was born Feb. 4, 1922, in Georgetown and lived most of his life in Georgetown on his parents’ farm on Route 113. He graduated from Georgetown High School in 1940.
He was a longtime member of Wesley United Methodist Church, where he held several positions including chairman of the board of directors and head of the finance committee.
Mr. Isaacs was a World War II veteran, and he served in the U. S. Army as a sergeant in the military police. During the war, he was stationed in France, Scotland, England and New York City. After he was discharged he attended the University of Delaware, graduating in 1949. He lived in Philadelphia for two years, working for Acme Markets.
He began trimming lettuce in the produce department, soon advancing to administrative assistant to the secretary of the company at the main office in Philadelphia.
However, he resigned that position to return to farming in Georgetown, where he was active in several agricultural organizations.
He became interested in politics and had served as chairman of the Sussex County Democrat Executive Committee. He also served two terms in the Delaware House of Representatives, one as majority leader.
He was appointed commissioner of agriculture by then-Governor Terry and later, when the cabinet was formed, became secretary of agriculture under then-Governor Tribbett.
Other activities included membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars, past president and life member of the Kiwanis Club, head of Boy Scout Troop 95, and for a short time he was a substitute teacher at Georgetown High School.
For 22 years, Mr. Isaacs was committed to and participated in research studies at the Parkinson’s Disease Research, Education and Clinical Center at the Philadelphia Veterans Medical Center and at the University of Pennsylvania.
In addition, Mr. Isaacs donated his brain to the University of Pennsylvania for further research on neurologic and movement disorders.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Susanne Phillips Isaacs; six children and their families, Nancy Clara Isaacs and husband Edward Grifford of Newark, Miles Steven Isaacs and wife Paula (Seramone), also of Newark, Grace Kathryn Isaacs of Elkton, Md., William Delbert Isaacs, Lynne Susanne Isaacs Van Pelt and Thomas Martin Isaacs, all of Georgetown.
He is also survived by six grandchildren, Barry Isaacs and wife Beth (Cool) of Middletown, Mia Susanne Grifford of Wilmington, Edward Noah and Natalie Clara Grifford of Newark, Robert Martin and Kathryn Rose Van Pelt of Georgetown.
Mr. Isaacs was cremated, and a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, at Wesley U.M. Church in Georgetown.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in honor of Mr. Isaacs can be made to Wesley U.M. Church, 102 E. Laurel St., Georgetown, DE 19947.
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04/25/08
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Francis X. Callahan,
locomotive engineer
Francis X. “Beaufort” Callahan, 56, of Claymont, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2008.
Born in Wilmington, he was the beloved son of Phoebe B. Callahan and the late Arthur B. Callahan. Fran was employed by Amtrak/Conrail Railroad for 35 years as a locomotive engineer. He enjoyed stargazing, music, cooking and the theater, but mostly he enjoyed being with his family and friends; especially his much-loved nieces and nephews. He was an avid supporter of PPS and The Little Sisters of the Poor. He was also a member of the Delaware Art Museum and the Philadelphia Zoo.
Fran was preceded in death by his sister, Phoebe Ann, and his nephew, James Robert. He is survived by one sister, five brothers, 23 nieces and nephews and nine great-nieces and -nephews.
A Funeral Mass was held Thursday, April 24, with interment immediately following in All Saints Cemetery, Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Christ Our King Church, 2810 N. Monroe St., Wilmington, DE 19802.
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Craig McGiffin,
San Francisco resident
Craig Lawson McGiffin, 33, of San Francisco, Calif., passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 6, 2008.
He is survived by his parents, Charles Lawson McGiffin of Lewes, and Christine Dickinson, of Fries, Va.; his grandmother, Barbara Hazera, of Port Richey, Fla.; and his grandfather, Frederick “Mike” McGiffin, of Staunton, Va.; his stepmother, Madeline Lewis, of Lewes; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends.
A memorial service was held April 16, at McAvoy O’Hara Evergreen Mortuary in San Francisco. Interment of Craig’s ashes will be held at a family cemetery in Whitetop, Va., at a later date.
Donations may be made in Craig’s memory to MERR (Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation) Institute Inc., P.O. Box 411, Nassau, DE 19969.
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Chester M. Morris Sr.,
Millsboro carpenter
Chester M. Morris Sr., 57, of Millsboro, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2008, in Frankford.
Chester was born Dec. 18, 1950, in Willards, Md., to the late Amos and Rosalie Reynolds Morris.
Chester was a carpenter working for Jack Parker Construction, Millsboro, for many years.
He loved working, wrestling, fishing and NASCAR; he was a hilarious man with a carefree spirit that could make you laugh, and he tried to help people as best as he could. He was a great father and he will be missed.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Chester Morris Jr. and Chester Morris III.
He is survived by two sons, Chuck Morris of Magnolia and Tony Michael Morris of Laurel; a daughter, Nicole Thomas of Easton, Md.; a brother, Harry Reynolds of Millsboro; three grandchildren, Jessica, Eric and Dustin; and his beloved canine friend, Molly.
Services will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, April 25, at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, where friends may call at noon. The Rev. Robert A. Hudson will officiate. Interment will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Milton.
Contributions are suggested to offset funeral expenses c/o Sarah King, 728 Cypress Bridge Road, Magnolia, DE 19962.
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Judith L. Teliho,
Lewes resident
Judith L. Teliho, 61, of Lewes, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2008.
She will always be remembered for her smile, laughter and kindness toward everyone.
She is survived by a daughter, Christine Teliho; a son, John Teliho; sisters Eileen Karlick and Amy Grohol; and a dear friend, Ruth A. Yannes, with whom she lived.
Burial will be in Freeland, Pa., at the convenience of the family.
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Nancy R. Dillon,
devoted wife
Nancy Redmond Dillon, 71, of Lewes, passed away at her residence on Wednesday April 23, 2008, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Indian Mills, W.V., daughter of the late Robert Wilson Redmond and Mary Ethel Allen Redmond. A devoted wife, and loving mother and grandmother, she loved to garden, travel, read and do crossword puzzles. Her two pets, Twister and Misty, were of great comfort to her. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Bennett and Bessie Cunningham.
She is survived by her husband of 34 years, William D. Dillon; two sons, Kenneth Huffman of Lewes, and Randy Dillon and wife Beverly of Huntingtown, Md.; and four grandchildren, Danielle, Brittany, Hannah and Robert. Graveside services will be held at noon, Tuesday, April 29, at Trinity Memorial Gardens, Rt. 205, Mattawoman Road, Waldorf, Md., with the Rev. Dr. Patricia Sebring officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
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Elsie M. Parker,
retired sales clerk
Elsie M. Parker, 88, of Milford, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at Milford Memorial Hospital.
She was born in Harrington, daughter of the late Luther H. and Anna Marie Hudson Parris. She was a retired sales clerk for Woolworth Department Store in Seaford. Elsie was a member of the Milford Church of Christ, where she was reborn on July 11, 2007. She enjoyed surf fishing, playing board and card games, and liked to win. She was very happy living at the Heritage of Milford assisted living facility.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Benny Parker; her brother, Luther H. Parris; and sister, Anna Whaley.
She is survived by her son, Edgar D. Parker of Florida; her daughter, Melissa A. Short of Milford; a sister, Georgia McKinney of Dewey Beach; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday April 19, at the Milford Church of Christ, 1003 S. DuPont Hwy., where friends may call after 10 a.m. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Seaford.
Flowers are acceptable or donations may be made to Milford Church of Christ, P.O. Box 604, Milford, DE 19963.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Millsboro.
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Dorothy B. Nicholson,
centenarian
Dorothy Benhoff Nicholson, 100, of Riva, Md., died Thursday, April 10, 2008, at South River Health and Rehab Center in Edgewater, Md. She had lived in Riva for 41 years and had been a summer resident since 1935.
Born Oct. 14, 1907, in Baltimore, Dorothy was the daughter of the late George and Mary Benhoff. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Samuel S. Nicholson; and her brother, Howard Benhoff.
Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Robert H. and Jane Nicholson of Lewes, and Samuel G. and Janice Nicholson of Brookeville, Md.; six grandchildren and their spouses, Patricia and Kevin Foster, Pamela and Don Saul, and Mary Leffler, all of Brookeville; Robert and Marie Nicholson of Bear; Amanda Stephens and Carl Wagner of Lewes, and Marjorie and Glenn Turkett of Riva. She is also survived by eight great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. Services and burial will be private.
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Jean C. Mitchell,
Georgetown homemaker
Jean C. Mitchell, 76, of Georgetown, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes.
Mrs. Mitchell was born in Philadelphia, Pa. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by her husband, Billy R. Mitchell Sr. of Georgetown; three sons, Earl E. Cook Jr. of Ward, S.C., David Mitchell and his wife Linda also of Ward, and Billy Mitchell Jr. and his wife Donna of Georgetown; three grandchildren, Earl Cook III, Britney Mitchell and Zack Mitchell; and a sister, Louise Hall of Seaford.
Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.
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Mary T. Connolly,
Eucharistic minister
Mary T. McDonald Connolly, 82, passed away Monday, April 14, 2008. Born in Philadelphia, Pa., Mary was the daughter of James McDonald and Irene Boyne Liebernow. Mary lived in Viera, Fla., with her daughter and was formerly of Dallas, Ga., and Hull, Mass. She had been employed by the Hull School District, Bradlees and Wendy’s, where she was known as Miss Mary. She was a Eucharistic minister of St. Vincent de Paul Church in Dallas.
Mary was predeceased by her husband John; son, Brian; and grandson Joey McNamara.
Mary is survived by her children and their spouses, Mary Nagle and her husband James of Viera, Patricia Henry and her husband Patrick of Rehoboth Beach, Jackie and Geraldine of Hull, Kathleen of Ogunquit, Maine and Naples, Fla., Bridget and Jodie Nudleman of Douglas, Ga., Lorraine and James Carlisle of Dallas, Jeanne of Hanover, Mass., Susan and John Rudnick of Marietta, Ga., and Matthew and Debbie of Avon, Mass.; 17 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held in Hull this summer with the inurnment of her ashes at Hull Cemetery.
Mary’s family would like to express their great appreciation to the paramedics in Viera, the emergency room staff, the ICU Unit and the Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice unit who cared for Mary at the end.
Contributions may be made to Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice, 8060 Spyglass Hill Road, Melbourne, FL 32940.
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Robert L. Melson,
decorated Army captain
Robert Lane Melson, 88, of Millsboro, died Saturday, April 12, 2008, in Beebe Medical Center, Lewes.
Born Jan. 16, 1920, in Wilmington, he was the son of the late Oliver Newton and Della Maud Davis Melson.
Mr. Melson was a graduate of Conrad High School and received a degree in civil engineering from the University of Delaware in 1948. He was a World War II veteran, having served in the U.S. Army as a captain. Mr. Melson was a battery commander in the 999th Field Artillery Battalion. He served in five campaigns in the European Theater and was awarded the Bronze Star.
Mr. Melson worked in the oil refinery business with the Pure Oil Co. and in 1955 was employed by Tidewater Oil Company, later known as the Getty Oil Refinery in Delaware City, for 30 years, finally retiring in 1985. He was also instrumental in starting the first oil refinery in Denmark.
He enjoyed many hobbies and activities. He was an avid mineral and fossil collector and was a charter member and past president of the Delaware Mineralogical Society. He belonged to the Delaware Academy of Science and was the founder and first curator of the Iron Hill Natural History Museum. Mr. Melson also enjoyed researching genealogy. Mr. Melson was a member of Newark Historical Society, Lewes Historical Society, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion and the Delaware County Institute of Science. Fishing, boating, crabbing and clamming were happy pastimes for many years. Mr. Melson had an unparalleled zest for life, adventure and the great outdoors. He traveled to many foreign countries and never ceased his endless search for knowledge.
Mr. Melson was predeceased by his mother and father, Oliver and Maud Melson; his wife, Anne Mills Melson; his grandson, Robert Melson Pacinelli; and his brother, Norman Melson.
Survivors include his wife, Jeannie; his daughter, Susan Pacinelli and husband Frank; grandson Kristopher; stepdaughter Sandra Gross and husband Mark; grandson Evan Gross; stepson Clifford Lavender; brother Howard Melson and wife JoAnn; sister-in-law Sallie Melson; brother-in-law George Mills and wife Bonnie; and many nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 18, at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, 525 Polly Drummond Hill Road, Newark. Visitation will start at 10 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Robert L. Melson to the Iron Hill Museum at 1355 Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, DE 19702.
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Margaret Durkin,
loving matriarch
Margaret Durkin, 74, of Millsboro, beloved wife of Thomas Durkin, died after a two-year battle with metastasized colon cancer, on Tuesday, April 15, 2008.
Born in New Rochelle, N.Y., she dedicated her life to her husband, children, friends and religion. A loving mother and grandmother, she brought joy and laughter to the many lives she touched. Her family and friends will always remember her being the first to hit the dance floor at any party, and her fun-loving nature. Her passing leaves an aching void in the hearts and souls of her devoted husband, children, grandchildren and friends.
Married for 54 years, she is survived by her husband, Thomas Durkin; a brother, Lawrence Hennessy; and six children, Colleen Durkin-Weinel, Thomas Durkin, Mary Beth Durkin, James Durkin, Marty Durkin, Julie Riccardi; and a large extended family.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11a.m., Friday, April 18, at Mary Mother of Peace in Millsboro. Burial will be at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions in Margaret’s memory to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963; or Tunnell Cancer Center, 18941 John J. Williams Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.
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Lambert A. Weber,
retired insurance agent
Lambert A. Weber, 71, of Millsboro, died Saturday, April 12, 2008, at his home.
Born in Darby on March 3, 1937, he was raised in Collingdale, Pa., and has resided in Millsboro since 2003. He was a former resident of Brookhaven, Pa.
Mr. Weber was a retired insurance agent who had been employed by Metropolitan Life Insurance Company and Prudential Insurance Company for 32 years. Most recently, he was the owner of Lam’s Handyman Services and also loved driving his resort bus in Rehoboth Beach.
Son of the late John and Beatrice Moyer Weber, he is survived by his wife, Judith Specht O’Leary-Weber; one daughter, Melissa Weber of Collingswood, N.J.; two sons, Carl Weber of Lansdowne, Pa., and Stephen Weber of Drexel Hill, Pa.; stepchildren Joseph O’Leary of Concordville, Daniel O’Leary of Tabernacle and Briget O’Leary of Portland, Ore.; six grandchildren; two brothers, Gerard Weber of Millsboro and Bernie Weber of Dover; and his sisters, Theresa Weber of Alabama and Lee Costigan of Havertown, Pa.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Friday, April 18, at St. Joseph Church, 500 Woodlawn Ave., Collingdale, where friends may call after 9 a.m. Burial is private.
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William James Craig,
programmer analyst
William James “Jim” Craig Jr., 62, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008, after a two-year struggle with liver cancer, in Glen Burnie, Md.
Jim grew up in Lewes and his heart has always remained in Lewes even though his employment opportunities took him to Baltimore.
Jim’s last employment was with First Data Corporation, where he was employed as a programmer analyst. Most of his employment had been in the area of information technology.
Jim was third generation Scottish and prior to his illness played the bagpipes for several bagpipe bands in the Baltimore area. He played beautifully. Jim was an avid reader; he mostly read histories about World War I and II, the Civil War, books on aviation in the wars as well as the part the Navy played in the wars.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William “Bill” James Craig Sr. and Harriet Alexander Craig. His father was born and raised in Lewes; Harriet moved to Lewes after marrying Bill.
He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Ellen E. Craig; three children, Caryn Leigh Craig-Field of California, Anne Alexander Craig of Massachusetts, and William “Will” James Craig III of Baltimore; his stepdaughter, Laura Kate Reckner, of Baltimore; and four grandchildren.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 3, at the Lewes Presbyterian Church on Kings Highway, Lewes.
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Richard N. Hackett,
VFW member
Richard N. Hackett, 70, of Rehoboth Beach, died at his home of abdominal liposarcoma cancer on Thursday, April 10, 2008.
Dick was born in Ohio, son of Florence Hackett of Rehoboth Beach and the late Richard W. Hackett.
He graduated from Rehoboth High School.
He was a member, teacher, and past president of the congregation of the Lutheran Church. Dick was also a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7447 of Rehoboth and a member of the American Legion Post 5 of Rehoboth.
Along with his mother, he is also survived by his son, Richard C. Hackett of Lewes; his wife of 25 years, Marilyn; his brother, Robert of Rehoboth Beach; sister, Elaine Ruttle and her husband Jack and their children Jacob and Robin, all of Pennsylvania.
A service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, April 21, at the chapel of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro.
The family would like to thank Dr. Alarcon and staff at his Georgetown office. Also, a big thank you to Delaware Hospice.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services of Long Neck.
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Marie Shockley,
Cape district retiree
Marie Josephine Crescenzi Shockley, 76, of Harbeson, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Beebe Medical Center.
Mrs. Shockley was born Jan. 26, 1932, in Chicago, Ill., daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Bolderghini Crescenzi.
Mrs. Shockley was employed as a food service worker with the Cape May-Lewes Ferry from 1998 until the time of her death.
Prior to that, she retired from the Cape Henlopen School District after serving 20 years as a food service worker.
She was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Raymond Shockley (1972); and her companion, J.T. Moore.
She is survived by two daughters, Mary Legg and her husband Robert of Harbeson and Alicia Younger and her husband Randy of Oklahoma; four sons, Joseph Shockley and his wife Patty of Milford, William Shockley Jr. and his wife Julia, formerly of Georgetown, Robert Shockley and his wife Kimberly of Lewes, and Paul Shockley and his wife Leslie of Oklahoma; 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Mary Bennett of Dover; many nieces and nephews; and Sue Moore and Carolyn Hutchinson and their extended families.
Graveside services with Pastor Bob Muncy officiating will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 18, at Odd Fellows Cemetery, 35 Rising Sun Road, Camden Wyoming.
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William A. Talbot,
tool and die maker
William A. Talbot, 88, of Milton, passed away Friday, April 11, 2008, in the Delaware Veterans Home.
William was the beloved husband of the late Bertha L. Clayton Talbot.
He was born in Philadelphia, son of the late William R. and Anna Mattern Talbot.
William was a resident of Delaware for the past four years and was formerly a resident of Hatboro, Pa.
He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in World War II, and was the first resident of the Delaware Veterans Home.
William was employed most of his life as a tool and die maker and retired in 1983.
He was preceded in death by a son, William A. Talbot Jr.
William is survived by a daughter, Elsie Connor; two sons, Edward Talbot and his wife Linda of Florida, and James Talbot and his significant other Sharon of Milton; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Services were held in Schneider Funeral Home, Hatboro, with interment in Rosedale Memorial Park, Bensalem, Pa.
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Debra Ann Butler,
avid reader
Debra Ann Butler, 53, formerly of Federalsburg, Md., a patient at Deers Head Hospital Center for more than 30 years, died at Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury, Md., on Sunday, April 13, 2008.
She was born in Milford on Nov. 30, 1954, daughter of Anna Mae Kelley Butler Rothermel of Houston and the late Franklin “Barney” Leon Butler.
She enjoyed reading, Christian music, country music, watching game shows and going to church services at Deers Head.
She is survived by her mother, Anna Mae Kelley Butler Rothermel of Houston; a sister, Jennie L. Holmes of Preston; an aunt, Isabel B. Fleetwood of Dover; two uncles, Bruce M. Butler of Florida and Lester Kelley of Rehoboth Beach; a nephew, Brad Plutschak of Hurlock, Md.; a great-nephew, Hayden Plutschak of Hurlock; and several cousins.
Funeral services were held at Framptom Funeral Home, Federalsburg, with interment in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Seaford.
The family has requested that donations be made in her memory to Deers Head Hospital Center, P.O. Box 2018 351, Deers Head Hospital Road, Salisbury, MD 21802.
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James D. Foraker,
auto repair owner
James “Jim” D. Foraker, 88, of Lewes, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 13, 2008, at Harbor Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Lewes, surrounded by his family.
He was born June 22, 1919, in Dover, son of the late William G. and May Thomlinson Foraker.
Mr. Foraker retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of staff sergeant and continued working in civil service, first at Fort Miles in Lewes and later at the Dover Air Force Base, where he was a foreman in the heavy maintenance motor pool. He also owned and operated Foraker’s Auto Repair in Lewes for many years. He was an avid gardener and was very generous in giving to anyone in need from his garden. He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church, Lewes Senior Center and American Legion Post 17, Lewes, for 59 years. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, 862nd Ordnance Heavy Automotive Maintenance Company. After leaving the service, he also served with the National Guard.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years Grace Hills Foraker; two daughters, Ruth Ann Hearn and Virginia “Ginny” May Mitchell and her husband Donald, all of Lewes; four grandchildren, Joanna Headley and husband Mark, Robert Hearn Jr. and wife Mary Ellen, Cindie Owen, and John Ribinsky Jr. and wife Dianna; 11 great-grandchildren, Zachary Headley, Lindsey Headley, Zachary Ribinsky, Paige Wright, Jake Thrasher, Brooke Wright, Devon Owen, Braydon Owen, Sarah, Abbey and Danny Hearn; and a sister, Myrtle Voshell of Dover. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by six brothers, Richard, William, Raymond, Elvin, Heartie and Robert; and two sisters, Marie Lindale and Rebecca Blades.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 16, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.
Interment was at Henlopen Memorial Park, Milton.
Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 163, Salisbury, MD 21803.
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Hollis W. Morgan,
congressional assistant
Hollis W. Morgan, 85, of Lewes, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2008, at his residence. He was born April 15, 1923, in Allegan, Mich., son of the late Thomas and Bernice Morgan. He was a 1940 graduate of Allegan High School and a 1948 graduate of Western Michigan University. Mr. Morgan served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II.
During his time in Washington, D.C., he worked for Congressmen Victor Knox and Edward Hutchison as an administrative assistant for more than 28 years. After retirement, he moved to Rehoboth Beach.
His survivors include two sisters, Marian Tansky of Logan, Ohio, and Maxine Woodhams of Allegan; a brother, Bernith Morgan of Allegan; his life companion, Thomas P. Angelo; and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be at 2 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, at Epworth United Methodist Church, 19285 Holland Glade Road, Rehoboth Beach, where friends may call one hour prior to the services.
The Rev. Dr. Johnathan Baker will officiate.
Funeral services will also be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 26, at Merson Church, corner of 102 Second Ave., M40 South, Allegan, where friends may call one hour prior to services at the church. Pastor Gail Pike will officiate. Interment will be at Mallory Cemetery, Trowbridge Township, Allegan.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Epworth Methodist Church Building Fund, 19285 Holland Glade Road, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.
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Edna S. Dentino,
family businesswoman
Edna S. Dentino, 74, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away at Harbor Healthcare in Lewes on Friday, April 18, 2008. Mrs. Dentino was born in Harbeson, daughter of the late Joseph A. and Stella McChestney Schildknecht.
She devoted her life to her family and the operation of the family business.
She was predeceased by her husband, Jack Dentino, in 1987; a great-granddaughter, Victoria Evans; and a daughter-in-law, Beverly M. Dentino.
She is survived by her son, John J. Dentino of Rehoboth Beach; daughter, Patricia Marvel and her husband Dr. James Marvel; one brother, Jobe Marshall of Ocala, Fla.; and one sister, Ellan Marsh of Medero Beach, Fla.; three grandchildren, Steve Evans, Shaye Dentino and Shelby Dentino; and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be private.
A public viewing will be from 7 to 9 p.m., Friday, April 25, at the Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes.
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Dorothy E. Millsap,
Milford homemaker
Dorothy Elizabeth Millsap, 85, of Milford died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at the Genesis Milford Center.
Mrs. Millsap was born Jan. 24, 1923, in Merrick, N.Y., to the late Karl Nagle and Dora Normeier Nagle.
Mrs. Millsap was a homemaker. She enjoyed reading, collecting antiques, knitting, sewing and square dancing. Mrs. Millsap loved animals, dogs and especially cats.
Mrs. Millsap was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Millsap in 2004; and a daughter, Pam Herman.
She is survived by her daughter, Jeanine Rivera and her husband Michael of Milford; a son-in-law, Jerry Herman of Wilmington; three grandchildren, Gregg Herman and his wife Deby, Laura Herman and Elena Torbert; and two great-grandchildren, Hannah and Emma Herman.
Funeral services will be at noon, Saturday, April 26, at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road (Route 10), Dover. Friends may call one hour prior. Interment will be in Milford Community Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, Ill. 60601-7633.
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Dr. Malvin Gelof,
noted psychologist
Dr. Malvin Gelof, 92, of Dover, died Thursday, April 17, 2008, as a result of complications related to a recent diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.
Dr. Gelof was born July 8, 1915, in New York City. He was admitted into Dartmouth College’s class of 1935 at age 15. While at Dartmouth he received the recognition, Men of Distinctive Scholastic Accomplishment. He majored in economics with a minor in chemistry-zoology. In 1935, in his final year at Dartmouth, the Depression caused him to return to Delaware to manage the family Delaware Poultry Company.
During his 20 years in the poultry industry he pioneered innovation in ventilation and heating systems of chicken houses. In 1943 he entered into service in the U.S. Army. He completed the “toughest school ever,” Ft. Benning (Ga.) Officer Infantry School on July 31, 1943, with the rank of second lieutenant. Within two months of D-Day he was deployed traveling across France, later into Germany, and into combat in the Battle of the Bulge. He fought with distinction as part of the 3rd Armored Division, 36th Armored Infantry Regiment, commanding a light tank unit and being awarded two Purple Hearts and one Bronze Star for valor in combat. He was honorably discharged in 1946 with the rank of first lieutenant.
He returned to own and manage a poultry business in Dagsboro and Hartly. In 1948, he opened a second business in Maryland, the Easton Furniture Products Company. In 1955 he sold that interest and turned the poultry business over to his father to complete his education. In 1956 and 1957 he obtained an AB in psychology and master’s degree in guidance from New York University. Between 1958 and 1962 he taught in various capacities in the New York school system.
He began teaching with fifth grade, then high school, eventually specializing in education of mentally retarded children. In 1962 he obtained an M.S. in special education and began working at Johnstone Training and Research Center as the assistant director of education.
In 1966 he received his Ph.D in psychology from New York University. He served the state of Delaware as the director of psychological services, Department of Health and Social Services, for 19 years. He taught at various times at Delaware Technical & Community College, Wesley College and the University of Delaware.
Dr. Gelof was a man of great intellectual capacity, a pioneer in many professional and industrial activities. As a psychologist he was well published and received worldwide recognition for his work, “Sexual Rights and Responsibilities of the Mentally Retarded,” and use of visualization in education. Further, he specialized in the exploration and use of hypnosis as a learning aid, until his passing continued his certification in psychology and to develop concepts of “noise-free communication” in education. He applied his expertise in hypnosis in a stop smoking clinic and through his membership in the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis. He was a proud member of the Hartly Fire Company, Dover Elks Lodge 1903 and Congregation Beth Shalom.
He will be remembered as a tireless worker, with a determined fighting spirit who sought to lead and advance knowledge and expertise over an immensely diverse life. He is survived by his son, Adam D. Gelof and his wife, Kelly Dunn Gelof of Rehoboth Beach; a daughter, Dara Meredith Gelof and her partner, Fabian Wagimister of Los Angeles; grandchildren Zachary Gelof, Jakob Gelof and Sur Wagimister.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at Congregation Beth Shalom, North Queen St., Dover. Interment was previously held in a private service at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Glendale, N.Y. The family will sit Shiva Tuesday and Wednesday, April 22-23, at 220 Orchard Ave., Dover.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Delaware Hospice, 911 South DuPont Highway, Dover, DE 19901; The Salvation Army, 611 Forest St., PO Box 123, Dover, DE; or to The Sheppard’s Place 1362 South Governors Ave., Dover, DE 19903. Arrangements by Torbert Funeral Chapels, Dover.
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Carol A. Soots,
registered nurse
Carol A. Soots, 63, of Georgetown, formerly of Lewes, died Sunday, April 20, 2008, at Bayhealth at Milford Memorial Hospital.
Carol was born in Lewes, the daughter of the late Carl H. Ritter and Doris Reed Ritter Noel.
She graduated from the Beebe School of Nursing in 1965 as a registered nurse.
She was a member of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Lewes.
She is survived by her children, Tammy Soots of Millsboro and Jennifer Mayer of Georgetown; a brother, Carl “Sonny” Ritter of Milton; and a niece, Carla Ritter of Ellendale.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 24, in the chapel of Short Funeral Services, 416 Federal St., Milton, where friends may call Wednesday night from 6 to 8 p.m.
Contributions may be made to Easter Seals, 22317 DuPont Blvd., Georgetown, DE 19947.
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Helen Sheats Reihm,
enjoyed athletics
Helen Sheats Reihm, 88, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008, in Middletown.
Mrs. Reihm was a retired licensed practical nurse. She previously worked for the Delaware State Hospital, Dr. Gerald Hoch and Dr. Ram Chandra.
She was a member of the Bethesda Methodist Church, the Women’s Club of Middletown where she held the office of treasurer, the Middletown Senior Center where she played bridge, and, for many years, she was a Democratic committeewoman.
Mrs. Reihm enjoyed athletics and for many years followed Middletown High School teams as well as the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. She was also a season ticket holder to University of Delaware football games for over 40 years. Mrs. Reihm was preceded in death by her husband, G. Clarence Reihm in 1984, as well as her three brothers, Phil, Earl and Julian Sheats.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Margaret and Michael Hitchens of Middletown; her son and daughter-in-law, G. Scott and Joanne Reihm of Lewes; her grandchildren, Josh and Erin Hitchens, Jennifer and Pat Schwomeyer, Cortney Reihm, Angela Cahill and Joe Cahill; and her great-granddaughter, Georgia Hitchens. She is also survived by her sister, Lillian Kleveland; two sisters-in-law, Catherine Sheats and Elizabeth Sheats; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at noon, Friday, April 25, at Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home LLC, 212 N. Broad St., Middletown, where family and friends may visit one hour prior to services. Interment will follow in Old Drawyers Cemetery in Odessa.
Donations may be made to the Bethesda Methodist Church Elevator Fund, 116 E. Main St., Middletown, DE 19709; or to the MOT Senior Center, 300 S. Scott St., Middletown, DE 19709.
Arrangements by Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home LLC, Middletown.
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Sally J. Stratton,
Demco retiree
Sally J. Stratton, 78, of Milford, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2008, in Bayhealth at Milford Memorial Hospital.
Sally was born in Milford, daughter of the late James E. and Lillie Jewell Peterson.
She was a machine operator for many years at Demco and retired in 1977.
Sally was a member of Lighthouse Christian Center in Milford. She also was a member of VFW Post 6483 Ladies Auxiliary, also in Milford.
Sally enjoyed playing the slots.
In addition to her parents, Sally was preceded in death by a sister, Florence Vernotico; a grandson, Billy Joe Stratton; and her former husband, Carl Stratton Sr.
Her survivors include five children, Jack and Nita Stratton of Milford, Carla J. Lynch and Ron Scherer of Newark, Robert L. Stratton of Lewes, Bill and Judy Stratton and Carl Stratton Jr., all of Milford; 19 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and two sisters, Pearl Breeding of Lincoln and Lillie Helmick of Milford.
A funeral service was held in the chapel of Berry-Short Funeral Home, Milford. Burial was in Milford Community Cemetery.
Flowers are accepted or contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 163, Salisbury, MD 21803.
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Ernest D. Homewood,
former Dewey developer
Ernest Darby Homewood, of Flagler Beach, Fl., passed away Thursday, April 3, 2008, at his home. He was 93.
Mr. Homewood was born Dec. 29, 1914, in Frederica, son of the late Ernest and Grace Darby Homewood.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard.
Mr. Homewood was a self-employed businessman for many years, obtaining the necessary tags and titles for car dealerships in the Baltimore area. He also spent some time as a developer in the Dewey Beach area.
He and his wife moved to Florida after he retired from the business nearly 24 years ago.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Evelyn W. Homewood; a daughter and son-in-law, Peggy and Robert Nolker of Baltimore, Md.; a brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Eleanor Homewood of Felton; a sister and brother-in-law, Jeanne and Gordon Warner of Seaford; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be 11:30 a.m., Thursday, April 24, at Barratt’s Chapel Cemetery, Frederica. Burial will follow the service.
Arrangements handled by Rogers Funeral Home, Milford.
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William F. Virdin,
Little Creek waterman
William F. Virdin, 45, of Little Creek, died of heart failure on Wednesday, April 16, 2008, in Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, Dover.
Mr. Virdin was born Jan. 5, 1963, in Dover, to Charles A. Virdin and the late Evelyn Pearl Hurley Virdin.
He worked as a waterman his whole life. He crabbed, dredged conch and fished in the Delaware Bay.
Mr. Virdin worked out of Port Mahan, Leipsic, Bowers Beach and Lewes. During the winter he worked on larger boats.
He was a member of the Little Creek Volunteer Fire Company for 30 years.
He also attended Little Creek United Methodist Church.
Mr. Virdin enjoyed deer hunting in Delaware and West Virginia, fishing and NASCAR, especially the No. 11 car, Denny Hamlin.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Virdin, in 1972; and uncles, Franklin “Poochie” Hurley and Dennis “Mousie” Hurley.
Mr. Virdin is survived by his father, Charles “Jack” Virdin and his wife Diane of Dover; his sister, Dorinda Jones and her husband Scott of Hartly; special cousins, Jackie Sullivan and Jill Ridgeway, both of Little Creek; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; his special nephew, the apple of his eye and the little brother he never had, Preston Blackstone Jones of Hartly; and his favorite aunt, Joanne Sullivan of Little Creek.
Funeral services were held at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, Dover. Interment was in Sharon Hills Memorial Park, Dover.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Little Creek Fire Co., P.O. Box 327, Little Creek, DE 19961; or Little Creek United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 476, Little Creek, DE 19961.
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Shirley Ann Thompson,
IBM retiree
Shirley Ann Thompson, 73, of Lewes, and Winter Haven, Fla., passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born Jan. 1, 1935, in Winter Haven, daughter of the late George F. and Fannie D. McCullough Thompson.
Ms. Thompson was a 1953 graduate of Manatee High School in Bradenton, Fla. She retired from the IBM Corporation, Bethesda, Md., as an administrative systems manager in 1990 after 25 years of service.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Georgia Clyde Brown and Madaline Austin; and a brother, Roderick D. Thompson. She is survived by a sister, Sarah Ellen Beaty of Barwick, Ga.; two brothers, James Alexander Thompson of Casselberry, Fla., and Jack Thompson of Winter Haven; a sister-in-law, Jacqueline Thompson of Orlando, Fla.; and her long-time companion, Judith A. Derenberger of Lewes.
A Catholic prayer service was held Monday, April 21, at the Ott-Laughlin Funeral Home, Winter Haven. Interment followed at Lakeside Memorial Park, Winter Haven. Delaware arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
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Claudine Estella Price,
former DAR officer
Claudine Estella Nagle Price, 80, of Ocean View, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born Aug. 10, 1927, in Hampstead, Md., she was the daughter of the late Claude Otterbein and Elizabeth Ridgely Nagle.
She worked in secretarial positions over the years and also operated a craft store with her daughter in Westminster, Md.
She was very active in two chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She held several offices, some on the state level, in the William Winchester chapter of the DAR of Carroll County, Md., and was most recently a member of the Colonel David Hall chapter of Lewes.
A very active member of the Ocean View Presbyterian Church, she held several church offices in recent years.
She was also a member of the AARP and the Southeastern Sussex County Democratic Club.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Gordon Brent Price Sr.; brothers, Claude Otterbein Nagle Jr. and Joseph Dudley Nagle; and sisters, Ellen Virginia Houck and Elizabeth Ridgely Bell.
She is survived by a son, Gordon Brent Price Jr. and his wife Shirley of Ocean View; a daughter, Kathleen Montgomery and her companion Gene Taylor of Great Cacapon, W.Va.; two sisters, Mary Haines and her husband Carroll, and Beverly Franklin; two brothers-in-law, Lester Houck and William G. Bell; four grandchildren, Michele McCoy, C. Lee Montgomery and his wife Cristy, Melissa Dittman and her husband Matt, and Kristi Spencer and her husband Neil; seven great-grandchildren, Connor, Devin and Harrison McCoy, Brent and Elizabeth Dittman, and Amanda and Brandon Montgomery; and six nephews, four nieces, 26 great-nieces and great-nephews and 25 great-great-nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, at the Ocean View Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, West Avenue, Ocean View.
Friends and family may call from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, at the funeral home and also after noon the day of the service.
Interment will follow at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in Claudine’s name to Compassionate Care Hospice, 31038 Country Garden Blvd., Suite D2, Dagsboro, DE 19939; or to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 8400 Roosevelt Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19152.
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Irving C. Realey Sr.,
Shellhorn & Hill retiree
Irving C. Realey Sr., 70, of Wilmington, died April 18, 2008, in the Wilmington Hospital.
Mr. Realey was retired from Shellhorn and Hill. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 74 in Wilmington.
He was preceded in death by his son, Chuch Realey and his companion, Janice Schwartz. He is survived by three daughters, Kathy Steele of Millsboro, Terri Burris of Wilmington and Sharon Jakotowicz of Dover; his former wife, Theresa Realey of Millsboro; two brothers, Donald and Richard, both of Wilmington; 15 granchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his buddy, Steve Burris.
Funeral services will be at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, at the Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington. Friends may call at the funeral home from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Fraternal Order of Eagles No. 74, 415 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809.
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Elizabeth H. Donaway,
banking proof operator
Elizabeth H. “Betty Ann” Donaway, 73, of Millsboro, passed away after a long illness on April 17, 2008, in Delmar Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Delmar.
Mrs. Donaway was born Feb. 26, 1935, in Harbeson, to the late Joseph T. and Margaret B. Veasey Hunter.
Mrs. Donaway was a banking proof operator working for Farmer’s Bank, Bank of Delaware and then PNC Bank for 32 years.
Betty Ann was for many years a member of the Hickory Hill United Methodist Church in Millsboro.
Mrs. Donaway was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, George B. Donaway, in January 2007; her sister, Lettye Gaye Pettyjohn in 1975; and her sister, Josephine Muir, in 1985.
She is survived by her son, Bart H. Donaway of Millsboro; grandson Jamie B. Donaway and his wife, Ann, and two great grandchildren, Mya and Dax Donaway.
Service will be held at 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, where friends may call one hour prior to the service. Pastor Betty Jo Magee will officiate. Interment will be in Millsboro Cemetery, Millsboro. In lieu of flowers the family asks for contributions to the Hickory Hill U.M. Church, c/o Roy Rogers, Treasurer, 28209 Walt Carmean Lane, Millsboro, DE 19966.
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Robert J. Quillen Jr.,
New Castle trustee
Robert James “Jim” Quillen Jr., 78, a lifelong resident of New Castle, died Friday, April 25, 2008.
Jim Quillen was born the son of Robert James Quillen and Gladys Tatem Quillen. Jim attended William Penn School through eighth grade and graduated from Wilmington Friends School in 1947.
As a youth, Jim was active in the YMCA and the Boy Scouts, especially enjoying summers at Camp Tockwogh and Camp Rodney; he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Jim graduated from Haverford College in 1951. He fulfilled his duty of military service by enlisting in the Army, serving three years in the Counter-Intelligence Corps, stationed in Germany.
Upon his honorary discharge, Jim immediately became an integral part of the Quillen Brothers Ford dealership, founded by his father and uncle in 1926.
During his years managing Quillen Brothers Ford, Jim was very active in the National and Delaware Automobile Dealers Associations, serving as president of the state organization. He also served on the boards of the Salvation Army and the New Castle branch of the Wilmington Trust Company.
Jim continued managing Quillen Brothers until 1982. He devoted the next two years to his brother’s gubernatorial campaign. After the 1984 election, Jim was appointed director of Parks and Recreation for New Castle County.
In the late 1980s, Jim was hired as president of the Brandywine Construction Company where he served until his retirement.
Asked why he retired, Jim replied simply, “I owed it to my wife.”
Perhaps Jim’s greatest service was to the town of New Castle. He was active as a young man in the Jaycees, and was a loyal, lifelong supporter of the Goodwill Fire Company.
He was elected in 1968 to a lifetime position as a trustee of New Castle Common. Jim was an active leader of the New Castle Presbyterian Church where he served multiple terms as a trustee and, among other tasks, co-chaired a recent major remodeling of the Christian Education Building.
Jim was also a loyal supporter of Wilmington Friends School and looked forward to reunions with his friends and classmates.
The Quillen children followed their parents as Friends School graduates.
Jim’s life was also centered in Lewes, where he loved the informality and cordiality of the beach. The Lewes beach house has been a gathering place for three generations and many longtime friends. Vacations to Hawaii and Florida were nice, but Lewes was his comfort like New Castle.
Jim is survived by his wife of 54 years, Barbara Flinn Quillen. Jim is also survived by his daughter, Anne Quillen Donecker and son-in-law Jay Donecker of Reidsville, N.C., and by two grandchildren, James Flinn Donecker and Sherrie Marchant Donecker.
Jim was predeceased by his son, Robert Irvine Quillen. Other survivors include Jim’s brother, William T. Quillen, his wife Marcia, their children and grandchildren; and Barbara’s sister, Fairfax Flinn Hering, her husband George, and their children and grandchildren.
A memorial service celebrating Jim’s life will be held in the Meetinghouse at the New Castle Presbyterian Church, 25 East Second St. in Old New Castle, New Castle, DE 19720, on Tuesday, April 29, at 2 pm.
A reception will follow the service in the Christian Education Building. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Wilmington Friends School, 101 School Road, Alapocas, Wilmington, DE 19803; or New Castle Presbyterian Church to the above address.
Arrangements by Chandler Funeral Homes & Crematory.
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William H. Price,
owned gift shop
William H. Price, 92, of Lewes, went home to the Lord Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2008.
Mr. Price was a watchmaker and owned a card and gift store in Horsham, Pa., for 27 yeas.
He moved to Lewes, where he took up wood carving.
He is survived by his wife Jean; his brother John and his wife Grace; and many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial mass at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 10, at St. Jude the Apostle Church, 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes, with the Rev. James D. Hreha presiding.
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Marsha L. Hale,
records supervisor
Marsha L. Hale, 63, of Lewes, formerly of Wilmington, passed away at her sister’s home after a courageous battle with cancer Saturday, April 26, 2008.
She was born in Meadville, Pa., daughter of the late Orville T. and Ruth Myers Clark. She was a 1962 graduate of Claymont High School.
Marsha was the medical records supervisor at Christiana Hospital in Wilmington, retiring after 38 years of service.
She enjoyed boating, fishing, reading, watching sci-fi movies and loved to shop. She was an animal lover, humanitarian and a very loving and giving friend.
She was an avid collector of angels.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center and the Tunnell Cancer Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Hale, in January 2003.
She is survived by her sister, Christine King and her husband Bruce of Lewes; a nephew, Capt. Brian King of Cape Hatteras, N.C.; a sister-in-law, Pamela Stein of Wilmington; and a brother-in-law, Don Hale and his wife Carol of Wilmington.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Friday May 2, at the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, Long Neck Rd., Millsboro. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions in Marsha’s name to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
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