Obituaries

Celeste A. Coyle

Nov 24, 2024

MILLSBORO—Celeste A. Coyle, 69, also known as “Mom-Mom” or “Momma Celeste” passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born and raised in Grays Ferry, Philadelphia, PA on March 27, 1955, to her parents, John J. and Mary Jane (Donaghy) Coyle, Jr.

She worked at Pathmark...

William Martin Tracy, Ii

Nov 20, 2024

William Martin Tracy, II, passed away at his home in Dover, DE, on November 20, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on November 6, 1942, in Philadelphia, PA, he was the beloved husband of Jo Ellen Tracy, with whom he shared 61 years of loving marriage.

William, affectionately known as Bill, lived a full life marked...

Ruth Aline Thomas

Nov 18, 2024

Ruth Aline Thomas, 79, of Georgetown passed away, Monday, November 18, 2024, at Bayhealth Milford, DE.

Ruth was born on August 9, 1945, the daughter of the late Oliver Henry and Ruth Elizabeth (Williams) Wilson.

She was a dietician technician for the Cheer Center in Georgetown. Ruth was a faithful member...

James David Davis

Nov 16, 2024

Obituary for James David Davis

James David Davis, 84, of Georgetown, DE, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, at the Delaware Hospice Center.

He was born in Georgetown, DE on March 3, 1940, to his parents Arthur Pierce and Anna Mae (Rash) Davis.

James ranked Sergeant...

George Wayne Moore

Nov 16, 2024

George Wayne Moore, 71, of Milton passed away, Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Genesis nursing home in Milford, DE.

George was born on August 8, 1953, to the late Charles and Virginia (Martin) Moore, in Lewes, DE.

A true Delaware native, George was a kind man who was liked by everyone who knew...

Catherine "Cathy" D. Baumann

Nov 15, 2024

Catherine “Cathy” Baumann

September 11, 1954 – November 15, 2024

Catherine “Cathy” Baumann, 70, of Georgetown, passed away peacefully in the early hours of November 15, 2024. Born on September 11, 1954, in Cumberland New Jersey, Cathy was a devoted fiancée, mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter whose love and kindness left an indelible...

Raymond Allen Heisler, Sr.

Nov 15, 2024

MILTON – Raymond Allen Heisler, Sr., passed away suddenly at home on Friday, November 15, 2024.

Raymond was a proud Army Veteran and owned his own roofing business for many years before his retirement.

Raymond enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, who he loved immensely. He had the ability...

Ernest Wayne Todd

Nov 15, 2024

Obituary for Ernest Wayne Todd

Ernest Wayne Todd, 78, of Georgetown, DE, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Beebe Healthcare surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Wilmington, DE on September 21, 1946, to his parents, Clifford W. and Constance (Henry) Todd.

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Brian F. Dolan

Nov 14, 2024

Brian F. Dolan passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 24, 1958, in Wilmington to Matilda (Maytene) and William J. Dolan, Jr.

He graduated from Alexis I duPont High School and attended the University of Delaware where he graduated from in 1980. While attending Delaware, Brian...

Laura Frances (Short) Murray

Nov 13, 2024

Laura Frances (Short) Murray was born September 26, 1936, in Milford, DE to Felix M. Short & Delema (Stayton) Short.

She graduated from Lewes High School in 1955 and married Bayley "Bud" Y. Murray in 1957. Her husband was in the Army so they lived in several states and Germany. While there they visited several...

Susan Ellen (Brittingham) Studds

Nov 11, 2024

Susan Ellen (Brittingham) Studds of Georgetown, DE, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loving family. Susan was well known for her compassion, grace, kindness, appreciation for nature and music, and her love for her family and friends.

Born in Milford to the late C. Virgil Brittingham and...

Robert H. Fanning

Nov 11, 2024

Milford - Robert H. Fanning, 87, better known as Bob, passed away on Monday, November 11th, 2024 in his sleep, at home.

Bob was born in New Castle Delaware, the son of late Hilton and Louise Fanning. Bob had many trades in his lifetime - he was a farmer with 40 years of service to...

Norman "Jack" E. Porter

Nov 11, 2024

Norman “Jack” Eugene Porter, 83, passed away at home on Veteran’s Day on November 11, 2024. He was honorable discharged from the United States Air Force on February 10, 1966. He was born in Smyrna, DE, to the late John Porter Sr. and Mary (Legates) Porter.

Jack worked at Kraft Foods (formerly General Foods) for 30 years...

Dean E. Justice

Nov 10, 2024

Dean E. Justice Obituary

Dean E. Justice of Greenwood passed away, Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Bayhealth Milford Hospital. He was 70.

Dean was born, April 14, 1954 the son of the late Joseph and Alice (Quillen) Justice.

Dean was a member of the Bethel Worship Center...

Imelda Borrero

Nov 9, 2024

Mrs. Imelda B. Borrero (Mela) of Laurel, DE age 72, passed away in her home surrounded family on Saturday November 9,2024. “Mela” was born on May 13,1952 in Reynosa Tamaulipas, Mexico to Angélica and Dionicio Barrera.

She studied secretarial business while attending school in Mexico. Imelda came to the United States in January 1975, where...

John "Jack" T. Sieber

Nov 7, 2024

John “Jack” Sieber, age 75, passed away at his home after courageously battling cancer, while surrounded by his family on November 7, 2024, in Lewes, Delaware.

A private family graveside funeral service will be held on Friday, November 15, 2024, with burial to follow at the Odd Fellows Cemetery in Milton, Delaware. Funeral arrangements and...

Catherine A. "Cathy" (Lemley) Pepper

Nov 6, 2024

Catherine A. “Cathy” (Lemley) Pepper, 63

GEORGETOWN – Catherine A. “Cathy” Pepper passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, surrounded by her family, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford.

Cathy was born in Louisville, Kentucky and resided in the Georgetown area where she was very active in the community....

John Phillip "Phil" Simmons

Nov 2, 2024

John Phillip (Phil) Simmons of Lewes, age 68, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Accent Hospice Care in Wilmington, DE.

Phil was the son of the late Ralph B. and Doris (Jester) Simmons.

Phil was a Union Iron Worker before opening Simmons Canvas, which he operated for over 30 years. Later in life,...

Donald Fisher

Oct 31, 2024

Donald Fisher of Milton, Delaware died at home after a lengthy illness on Thursday, October 31, surrounded by his family. He was 89 years old. He is survived by Judy Fisher, his wife of 53 years; his son and daughter-in-law, John Fisher and Jessica Blurton; and his nieces, Cecily Fisher (Loretta & Emily Fisher) and Stephani Richardson (Howard &...

Franklin D. Smith

Oct 31, 2024

Franklin D. Smith Sr., of Milton, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was 91.

Franklin was born March 21, 1933. He was the son of the late Daniel and Laura (Lingo) Smith.

He was a brick mason by trade. Frank was a man known to be...