Obituaries
Granville William "Shorty" Hall
Aug 19, 2025
Granville William Hall, affectionately known as "Shorty" and professionally known as "The BBQ Doctor," died unexpectedly on August 19, 2025.
Granville grew up and raised his family in Milton. He worked his entire life and wore many different hats. As a child, he raised and sold pigs and made coal with his father. Later in life, he worked overnight at Atlantis...
Thelma Ann Sammons
Aug 17, 2025
Thelma Ann Sammons, born on January 1, 1929, in Thomasville, Georgia, to the late Lonnie E and Bertha Eva (Tillery) Scarbary, passed away on August 17, 2025, at the Country Rest Home in Greenwood, Delaware.
She dedicated much of her life to working caring for her family, as a child by picking cotton and grading eggs. Her professional journey for 40...
Sylvia Irene Short Calhoun
Aug 17, 2025
Sylvia Irene Short Calhoun, 87, formerly of Georgetown and Bridgeville, DE, died August 17, 2025 in Durham, NC. She was born in Georgetown, Delaware May 6, 1938, to the late Mildred C. Short and the late Paul W. Short. She was predeceased by her husband of 39 years, Richard M. Calhoun.
Sylvia graduated from Georgetown High School where she served as...
Leo Jan Clark
Aug 16, 2025
Leo Jan Clark, born on January 10, 1939, in Trenton, NJ, passed away suddenly due to natural causes on August 16, 2025, in Georgetown, DE. A distinguished figure both personally and professionally, Leo dedicated the majority of his career to public service, where he supervised and mentored field and engineering-oriented staff in the Environmental Protection Agency’s Water Pollution Division for...
Christopher George Harrington
Aug 16, 2025
Christopher George Harrington, born on May 27, 1984, at Dover Air Force Base, departed this life on August 16, 2025. He was a cherished individual whose warm spirit touched lives of everyone who knew him.
As an accomplished professional, Christopher dedicated many years of his life working for Sussex County as a correctional officer and later as a tax assessor, where...
Bernice Esther (Wilson) Smith
Aug 14, 2025
Bernice Esther Wilson Smith, born on August 19, 1927, in Milford, Delaware, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 14, 2025. A lifelong Milford resident, Bernice was a devoted member of the Avenue Methodist Church for over eighty years. Her calling was teaching Sunday school, singing in the choir, and actively participating in church functions. She volunteered countless hours...
Helen Scott
Aug 12, 2025
Helen Catherine Scott, 99, of Chincoteague, Virginia, passed away at home with her caregivers on August 12, 2025. Born in Milton, Delaware in 1925, Helen moved to Chincoteague in 2020 after a stay in the hospital. She lived with friends, Charles and Nancy Kupelian, until her peaceful passing.
Helen was the third daughter of Jesse and Winifred Walls, also of Milton,...
Karl Edward Connors
Aug 9, 2025
REHOBOTH BEACH – Karl E. Connors passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 9, 2025. He was 59.
Karl was born on Dover Air Force Base son of the late Robert C. Jr., and Laura A. (Fuller) Connors.
Karl spent his childhood years in Milton, attended Milton Junior High, and made many great memories and gained lifelong friends. He earned his...
Pauline L. White
Aug 7, 2025
GEORGETOWN – Pauline L. White passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Bayhealth Medical Center in Milford. She was 79.
Pauline was born March 9, 1946, in Roxana, DE the daughter of the late, James and Dorothy (Timmons) Morgan.
Pauline enjoyed going to thrift stores and yard sales. She enjoyed being around people and working for many years. She was nicknamed (Penny)....
Marian June Keily
Aug 7, 2025
Marian J. Keily 94, of Milford, DE, went home to be with the lord on Thursday, August 7, 2025. She was a very special person to her daughter and son which she was always vigilant making sure that they were following the path of decency and respect as she was raised. She especially doted on her grandchildren and great grandchildren...
Jane L. (Sharp) Carey
Aug 7, 2025
MILTON – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jane L. (Sharp) Carey, who departed this life peacefully at her home on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the age of 71. Jane was a cherished lifelong resident of Milton, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and kindness that touched everyone she met.
Born to the late...
Betty Jean Healy
Aug 4, 2025
Betty Jean Healy, born on May 6, 1950, in Steubenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 4, 2025. She was 75.
Throughout her life, Betty established herself as a skilled bookkeeper and a cab driver. She was proud to be a founder and partner in a Maryland taxi company, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit. Additionally, she was a property...
Charles G. Glenn III
Aug 4, 2025
Charles Garfield Glenn III, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on August 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 20, 1943, in Wildwood, New Jersey, Charles grew up in Wildwood and graduated from Wildwood High School in 1964. Shortly after he moved to Delaware where he married his wife, Joyce, in 1965. A hardworking man through and...
Paul Lee Everett
Aug 3, 2025
Paul Lee Everett, 86 years of age, passed away on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025.
Paul was born September 25, 1938 in Felton, Delaware to the late Doc and Helen Everett; as the eldest of six children. He was raised by his dear grandmother, the late Martha Bradley.
Paul married the love of his life, Pat Everett, in 1975 and built their family’s...
Keyden Garcia-Garcia
Aug 1, 2025
Keyden Garcia-Garcia, un alma joven y brillante, nació el 8 de abril de 2019 en Seaford, Delaware, y falleció el 1 de agosto de 2025. En su vida breve pero significativa, Keyden tocó el corazón de todos los que tuvieron la fortuna de conocerlo, gracias a su naturaleza conversadora y su carácter amistoso.
Su amor por la escuela reflejaba su curiosidad...
Franklin Thomas Wright
Jul 31, 2025
Franklin Thomas Wright, a beloved husband, father, and brother, passed away peacefully at his home in Milford, Delaware, on July 31, 2025. Born on December 23, 1954, in Cheverly, Maryland, Franklin dedicated his life to service and family, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Franklin's career spanned several decades, culminating in his respected role as a correctional officer...
Wayne Starkey
Jul 28, 2025
Wayne Starkey, a devoted family man and cherished member of the Milford community, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, at his home, under the compassionate care of Delaware Hospice. He was born on September 3, 1949, in Dover, Delaware, the son of the late James Medford Starkey and Anna Mae (Teat) Starkey.
Wayne was a proud graduate of the University...
Cynthia N. Ockels
Jul 24, 2025
Cynthia (Nott) Ockels, 100
MILTON – Cynthia N. Ockels, passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 100 on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Cynthia was born in Torrington, Connecticut, daughter of the late Ivins and Mildred (Berry) Nott.
She grew up in rural Harwinton, Connecticut in modest times. She was a dedicated student at a two-room schoolhouse, was active in her...
Dan B. Parks
Jul 24, 2025
Dan B. Parks, born on June 21, 1952, in Washington, DC, passed away on July 24, 2025, at his home in Milford, surrounded by his loving family. He was a graduate of Northwood High School, Class of 1970.
Dan was a devoted husband to Lois Parks and a cherished father to his children Ginger, Adam, and Franklin Parks. He embraced family...
Jacqueline Sarah (Currinder) White
Jul 24, 2025
MILTON – Jacqueline Sarah (Currinder) White passed away, Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Seaford Center.
Jacqueline was born on September 6, 1943, in Marshallton, the daughter of the late, Vaughn and Sarah (Black) Currinder.
Jaqueline was homemaker and loving wife, always by Richards side. In addition to being a loving wife, she loved being a mother, enjoyed camping, taking rides, and going...
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