William Nelson Chorman, longtime mason, hog farmer

William Nelson “Billy” Chorman, 69, of Milton, passed away unexpectedly at home Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Billy was born in Seaford, son of the late William H. and Dorothy (Fisher) Chorman. He graduated from Cape Henlopen High School with the Class of 1974. Billy did masonry work and hog farming for many years, after which he worked as a supervisor with Allen Family Foods for 10 years prior to retiring.

Billy enjoyed taking drives around the area, spending time with and sharing local news with his family, and he never passed up a free meal (especially one that included dumplings).

In addition to his parents, Billy is preceded in death by a sister, Mary Virginia Chorman.

He is survived by his five brothers and sisters-in-law, Raymond Chorman (Jane), Nelson B. Chorman (Tammy), Michael Chorman (Nancy), Bruce Chorman (Debbie) and Edward Chorman (Donna); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, -nephews, and extended family.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are welcome to White’s Chapel Church, c/o Shirley Millman, The Lodge at Truitt Homestead, 36233 Farm Lane, Apt. 302, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971; or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Arrangements in the care of Short Funeral Services, Milton.

Online condolences can be shared with the family at shortfuneralservicesandcremation.com.