Jeffrey Dean Oliphant, longtime trucker

Jeffrey “Jeffro” Dean Oliphant, 58, of Laurel, gained his wings Saturday, July 8, 2023.

Jeff was born Sept. 29, 1964, in Lewes, to the late Edward and Delaphine Oliphant. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Darrell Oliphant and Donald Oliphant; his best dog friends, Lulu, Belle, Lucy, and Mader; and his crazy cat, Killer.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Ann Oliphant; his children, Nicole Lee Clogg (Brian Benton) of Millsboro, Sarah J. Warren of Pittsville, and Emily A. Forte (Jorge Feliciano) of Ocean View; his siblings, Norma Lee Short, Becky Evans, Sherry Shultie (Jeff), Lavessa Dennis (Ricky), Peggy Jalot (Rick), Ronnie Oliphant (Patricia), Vaughn Oliphant, Richard Oliphant (Carol Sue), Douglas Oliphant and Dennis Oliphant (Peter); his grandchildren, Brian Benton Jr., Gage Benton, Maysa Lank, Natalie Betts, Nicholas Betts, Sean Feliciano, Lilyanna Feliciano, Elena Feliciano and Christopher Feliciano; and great-grandchildren, Leaylah Carpenter, Avianna Justo and Skyler Carpenter; and his beloved puppy, Betty. 

Jeff was a longtime truck driver and was with Perdue for the past approximately 14 years. He loved tending to his garden, hanging out in his man cave, and watching his TikTok videos. His love for family was not unnoticed, especially for his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed.

A celebration of life will be held at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, July 13, at Gumboro Fire Hall, 37030 Millsboro Hwy., Millsboro.

In lieu of flowers, plant a tree or flowers, and remember him in doing so. 

Arrangements provided by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro.

Electronic condolences via watsonfh.com.