Edward J. Bivens, retired truck driver
Edward J. Bivens, 69, the son of the late Emerson Leroy Bivens and Martha S. Bivens of Frankford, was born June 19, 1943, in Dagsboro. He departed this life Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012, at home.
He attended school at George Washington Carver in Frankford, and later attended William C. Jason in Georgetown. Upon completion of his schooling, he went on to be a truck driver for various companies, including George and Lynch, Avon Distribution Center in Wilmington, and Parker Block in Millsboro.
Edward is survived by his siblings, Deanne S. Bratton of Frankford, Denver S. Bivens (Reva) of Frankford, and Calvin L. Bivens (Rachel); a daughter, Annette “Baby Cake” Hallett of Georgetown; a son, Kevin Fassett of New Jersey; his granddaughter, Lyeamita Hallett and two great-granddaughters, Nakiya and Nakirha Copes, all of Georgetown. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by brothers Elzey L. Bivens and Mervin W. Bivens.
A viewing will be held from 7 to 9 p.m., Friday, Oct. 19, at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro. Burial will take place at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 20, at Zoar Golden Acres, Bishopville, Md.
