Obituaries

Aug 12, 2024

MILFORD – Bessie A. Brandt, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024. She was born on June 11, 1938, the oldest of four children, to Earl Hicks Brandt and Cora Marker Brandt. She was known as “Betty” to her family and friends.

Betty graduated from Milford High School, class of 1956. After graduation, she went...

Aug 8, 2024

Stephen ‘Steve’ D. Greenly, 76, of Ellendale, DE passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on August 8, 2024.

He was born on July 23, 1948, to his parents David A. and Wanda (Kibler) Greenly in Milford, DE.

Steve had his own sign business for 25 years, known as Steve’s...

Aug 7, 2024

The Slaughter Family is sad to announce the passing of Leon V. Slaughter. He passed away on August 7, 2024, at the age of 92.

Leon is survived by his sons, Donald L. Slaughter and his wife Gail of Milton, DE and Robert L. Slaughter and his wife Theresa of Bonita Springs, FL, a grandson,...

Aug 6, 2024

Hortense “Bonnie” Bonniwell Poynter

Bonnie, 95, peacefully passed away August 6 at her home in Felton, Delaware holding her daughter’s hand. A native of Harborton, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late George A. and Gracie E. Bonniwell.

She graduated from Central High School in Painter, Virginia. Her working career...

Aug 6, 2024

Robert H. Bant (Bobby), 77, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Bobby was born on November 23, 1946 to William P. Bant and Eileen (Calhoun) Bant of Ocean View, Delaware.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother (Billy); and his beloved grandparents, (Norma...

Aug 6, 2024

Gladys Dora Maloney, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024, at Bayhealth Sussex Campus in Milford, DE. Born on May 18, 1928, in Georgetown, DE, to the late Frank and Ocoila (Outten) Savage, she lived a fulfilling life marked by a loving family, steadfast work ethic, and a joy for the simple pleasures...

Aug 5, 2024

Clifford M. Baker - better known as “Bake,” 91, passed away peacefully at his home in Georgetown on August 5, 2024. He was born on July 24, 1933, to the late Larry and Verda (Campbell) Baker.

A true Delaware native, Bake was born in Milton, DE, and lived locally his whole life. In 1973, he...

Aug 5, 2024

Richard L. Rockemann

Richard L. Rockemann of Georgetown passed away Monday, August 5, 2024, at home. He was 70.

Richard was born the son of the late Merle and Ethel (Hayman) Rockemann.

He attended Crossroads Community Church. As a child he and his friends worked on the...

Aug 5, 2024

Stephen “Suggie” Elliott Lynch, of Georgetown died on Monday, August 5, 2024 at his home. He was 84.

Born on April 15, 1940 in Ridgely to the late Stephen F. and Pauline Elliott Lynch, his early years were spent being raised in the Catholic Church alongside his five siblings.

In May...

Aug 3, 2024

Shirley D. (Pratt) Conaway, 63

GEORGETOWN – Shirley D. (Pratt) Conaway passed away at home on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

She was born April 29, 1961, in Denver, Colorado to parents Opal Giles and James Pratt, Sr.

She is remembered by her daughters Jessica Baker and Tarah...

Jul 29, 2024

Joan C. Moss, aged 93, passed away surrounded by loved ones on July 29, 2024, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in York, PA.

Born on July 15, 1931, in Camden, NJ, Joan was a real estate agent who brought joy and homes to many throughout her career.

She was predeceased by...

Jul 28, 2024

GEORGETOWN – Ray William A. Pettyjohn passed away peacefully at Lifecare at Lofland Park in Seaford on Sunday, July 28, 2024.

Ray was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 1, 1935, son of the late Otwell Guy Pettyjohn and Anna (Warren) Pettyjohn.

Ray worked for many years with Delaware Electric Co-Op...

Jul 26, 2024

Millsboro -- Lauren Michelle Amodei, 62, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Lauren was born the daughter of the late David B. (Marlena) Farrer.

Lauren was a nurse for several years before becoming disabled. She enjoyed going to the beach, gardening, her two Yorkies: Pebbles...

Jul 21, 2024

Obituary for Virden ‘Sonny’ R. Macklin

Georgetown—Virden ‘Sonny’ R. Macklin passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at his home in Georgetown, DE.

Sonny was born in Georgetown, DE, on September 19, 1935, to his parents W. Virden and Mildred (Rust) Macklin. He was a...

Jul 20, 2024

Lincoln City – It is with great sadness, and after a long illness, we announce the passing of our beloved Hall Andrew “Andy” Macklin, III, on July 20, 2024, with his sister-in-law, Janet E. Macklin, and daughter, Tanja Jester at his bedside as he departed this world.

Andy was preceded in death by his loving...

Jul 18, 2024

MILTON – Marie E. (Crocker) Brittingham passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, July 18, 2024.

Marie was born in Bath, Maine daughter of Elizabeth (Babine) Crocker and the late David E. Crocker. Marie attended Morse High School in Bath and spent her life working in the service industry. She worked...

Jul 18, 2024

Michael Anthony Smith, a cherished son, father, and mechanic, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, at Polaris Healthcare in Milford, DE — the town where his memorable journey began on December 29, 1968. Known for his resilient spirit, Michael battled glioblastoma with dignity and courage until his final moments.

Crafting his career as a...

Jul 17, 2024

Nancy (Rotondo) Burd, 82 passed away peacefully at her Milton, DE home on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.

Born on December 2, 1941, to the late Daniel and Merl (Chudley) Rotondo in Dover NJ, she was a member of Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Dover, NJ, and attended Cool Spring Presbyterian Church in Harbeson, DE....

Jul 13, 2024

Earl Thomas Rambo, age 91, of Milford, DE, passed away peacefully at his home on July 13, 2024. Born in Camden, NJ on May 6, 1933, he was the beloved son of the late Jacob Earl and Catherine (Milnamow) Rambo.

A graduate of Milford High School, Earl built a steady career working in maintenance at the Kent...

Jul 12, 2024

James Edward Turley, Jr., 78, of Georgetown passed away peacefully at Beebe Hospital in Lewes, DE on Friday, July 12, 2024.

James was born in Cumberland, MD to the late James Edward and Mary Irene (Ogline) Turley, Sr. He graduated from Frostburg State University and retired from the Delaware Solid Waste Authority as a Heavy Equipment operator....