Obituaries

Elaine S. Rifenburg

May 31, 2024

Elaine S. Rifenburg, 73, of Lincoln, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 31, 2024.

Elaine was born on February 19, 1951 in Harrington, DE. She called Delaware her home for her whole life. Elaine was an avid crocheter; her talent and skills grew quickly till everyone in...

Audrey Govatos

May 30, 2024

Audrey Govatos, born on August 23, 1943, in Chestertown, Maryland, peacefully passed away on May 30, 2024, at the age of 80. She was the daughter of William Clyde Poore Sr and Anna Pauline Johnston of Smyrna, Delaware.

Audrey leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love and devotion. She is survived by her son Glenn...

Kathryn "Kate" K. Albertson

May 30, 2024

Kathryn “Kate” (Krum) Albertson, 98, passed away May 30, 2024, at the Harrison House in Georgetown, De. She had lived in Bloomsburg, Pa. until 1999 when she moved to Milford, De. She lived in Milford until April 17th of this year until she moved to Georgetown.

Kate was born Jan 18, 1926, to the late...

William Nelson "Billy" Chorman

May 29, 2024

William Nelson “Billy” Chorman, 69

MILTON – William Nelson “Billy” Chorman passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Billy was born in Seaford, Del son of the late William H. and Dorothy (Fisher) Chorman. He graduated from Cape Henlopen High School with the Class of 1974. Billy did...

Georgia Betty Reirden

May 28, 2024

HARRINGTON – Georgia Betty Reirden, 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at the Bayhealth Hospital in Milford.

Betty was born on March 29, 1941, in Dover, Delaware to the late Woodrow and Thelma Marvel.

Betty moved to Harrington in 1974 following her husband’s retirement from the Air Force....

Glenn Stuart Sharman

May 23, 2024

Glenn Stuart Sharman passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 23, 2024 in Georgetown, Delaware.

Glenn was born in 1926 to missionary parents, Robert Clark Sharman and Nellie Catherine Shankel, in Basutoland, Africa. When he was 16, along with his parents and younger sister, Kathy, he moved to Alberta, Canada. After completing the...

Helen G. Williams

May 16, 2024

Helen Garrett Williams

Helen Williams passed away on May 16th, her 88th birthday, in Annapolis, Maryland.

She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, teacher, and friend. In addition to volunteer work, she enjoyed gardening, quilting, and travel. Her openness and bright smile, as well as her positive attitude and calmness during adversity, put...

Manuel M. Aguilar

May 15, 2024

Manuel M. Aguilar passed away peacefully at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, DE on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

Born in Aguascalientes, Mexico to the late Luis and Lucia (Martinez) Aguilar, Manuel later moved to California and lived there for many years, he played semi-professional baseball. He returned to Mexico and was a proud member...

Donald D. Kropidlowski

May 15, 2024

Donald Kropidlowski, died peacefully on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. An Army Veteran, he passed in his sleep, at the Milford Veterans home.

Dear Dad, we have said our goodbyes to you, but we continue to celebrate your life! With warm hugs and love, your sons, Michael (Michelle), James (Robin), Jon Sirkis, and Keith Kropidlowski; along with your...

George William Mcginnis

May 14, 2024

George William McGinnis, 64

GEORGETOWN – George W. McGinnis passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

George was a talented handyman and jack-of-all trades. He was an exquisite storyteller, enjoyed cooking, finding treasures at Wilsons Auction, and collecting duck decoys. He also loved all animals, especially his dogs...

April "Bunny" Stanley Woodard

May 14, 2024

GEORGETOWN –April “Bunny” Stanley Woodard went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. She passed away peacefully at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford after a long illness.

April was born on April 2, 1943, in Milford to the late Wilson “Larry” Stanley and Clara “Pauline” Johnson Stanley.

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Judith F. (Schuyler) Stark

May 12, 2024

Judith F. Stark, 77

Judith Francis (Schuyler) Stark, of Lewes, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 12, 2024.

Judith was born on October 9, 1946, in West Chester, Pennsylvania to the late Harwood and Dorothy (Halderman) Schuyler.

Judith grew up in a military family, her...

Sgt. Jason Lee Nielson

May 11, 2024

Sgt. Jason Lee Nielson, a revered veteran, cherished family man, and avid fisherman, left us on the 11th of May, 2024, after valiantly facing recurring battles with cancer. He was born on June 19, 1978, in Phoenix, AZ. His final days were spent in Milford, DE, surrounded by the love and care of his family and friends.

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James Paul Goodman

May 8, 2024

James Paul Goodman, 81, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at his home in Milford.

Jim was born in Drumright, Oklahoma, on June 2, 1942. As a child, his family relocated to Delaware where he lived in Delaware City, St.Georges and lastly Milford. It was in Delaware City where he met the love of...

Thomas E. "Tom" Schulte

May 8, 2024

Thomas E. Schulte, 73, of Milton, Delaware passed away on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, with his loving wife of 46 years by his side.

Tom was born November 15, 1950, to Robert P. Schulte and Joan A. Bright (Hilker) in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He spent most of his childhood in Cape Town, South Africa and...

Patricia Ann Hurd

May 7, 2024

OBITUARY FOR PATRICIA ‘PATSY’ ANN HURD

Patricia ‘Patsy’ Ann Hurd, 71, of Felton, DE, passed peacefully on May 7, 2024, at the Delaware Hospice Center, Milford, DE, after a long illness.

Patsy was born on March 22, 1953, in Dover, DE to her late parents David Faulkner and Norma Jean Faulkner...

Jeffrey Allen Muncey

May 6, 2024

Jeffrey Allen Muncey, known affectionately as Jeff, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024, in Ellendale, DE. Born on June 21, 1965, in Milford, DE, Jeff was the cherished son of the late John E. and Gail S. (Rider) Muncey. His life was a bright beacon of love and joy to all who knew him.

For over...

Margaret Plummer Short

May 6, 2024

Margaret (Plummer) Short died at home May 6 after a brief illness. She was 90.

Margaret was born on a farm at Oyster Rocks (near Milton) Delaware. After graduating from Lewes High School, Margaret attended the Milford Nursing School, where she completed her training in 1954. It was during her training that she met Austin Short, Jr....

Rodney T. Marvel, Jr.

May 6, 2024

Rodney T. Marvel, Jr. of Georgetown, DE passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2024 at the age of 55. He was born on October 4, 1968, in Milford, DE. Rodney was known for his selfless nature, courageous spirit, being a perfect husband to Kim, and passionate commitment to everything he touched. He leaves behind a legacy of service and...

J. Oneal Pritchett

May 5, 2024

James Oneal Pritchett, 85

MILTON – James Oneal Pritchett passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at his home in Milton.

Oneal was born in Bishops Head, Maryland, son of the late Wilson Davis Pritchett, Sr., and Mildred (Mills) Pritchett.

Oneal worked for many years and...