Obituaries

Richard Wayne "Skip" Putz

Dec 12, 2023

Richard “Skip” Wayne Putz, 82

Veteran Harness Horse Driver and

Educational Employee

GEORGETOWN – Richard “Skip” Wayne Putz passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.

Skip was born in Georgetown on October 30, 1941. He was preceded in death by his father,...

William "Bill" Thomas Heinen

Dec 10, 2023

Obituary for William “Bill” Heinen

Dover—William “Bill” Thomas Heinen, passed away on December 10, 2023, at Bayhealth Kent Hospital, Dover, DE.

Bill was born on January 15, 1967, to his parents, William Thomas Jackson, and Ruth Emily Heinen.

He graduated from Milford High School and Vo-Tech where earned his...

Raymond Czeczuga

Dec 6, 2023

Raymond Joseph Czeczuga (“Ray”), age 76, of Millsboro, DE passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Ray grew up and then lived with his wife and children in New Jersey before settling in southern Delaware.

Ray set the example for ethics and hard work. When he was not at his job, he was working on a...

Margaret "Peggy" Katherine Gallego

Dec 6, 2023

“Peggy” was born in Milford, DE on November 18, 1940 to Raymond and Evalina Parsons. She passed away at home December 6, 2023. She graduated from Milford High School in the Class of 1958 and then trained as an X-Ray technician. She worked in several hospitals as far away as Honolulu and retired from Bayhealth in Milford. After retirement...

Josephine L. Leyanna

Dec 5, 2023

Josephine L. Leyanna, 87, of Felton, passed away at her home on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Josephine was born in Delaware on April 26, 1936, to the late Robert L. and Mary E. Jester. She was a homemaker and enjoyed going to Spence’s Bazaar.

In addition to her parents, she was...

Patricia A. "Patsy" (Beideman) Brown

Dec 3, 2023

MILTON – Patricia A. “Patsy” Brown passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 3, 2023.

Patsy was born in Lewes, daughter of the late Alvin and Lydia (Jefferson) Beideman. Patsy was a lifetime resident of Sussex County and had worked as an administrative professional with Reed Trucking, TIE, King Cole, Happy Harry’s and most...

Sandra K. "Sandy" (Montgomery) Moore

Dec 3, 2023

GEORGETOWN – Sandra K. “Sandy” (Montgomery) Moore passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at her son’s home in Milton, surrounded by her family.

Sandy was born in Wilmington, daughter of the late Harry and Thelma Ruth (Eddins) Montgomery. She resided most of her life in the New Castle area until relocating with her...

Nancy L. (Warrington) Reed

Dec 2, 2023

Milton – Nancy Lee Reed (nee Warrington), 80, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, with her daughter at her bedside at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. She was born April 7, 1943, in Lewes, to the late Alton and Lillian (nee Wilson) Warrington and was the widow of the late R. Allan Reed of Milton.

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Suzanne M. Tugya

Dec 1, 2023

Suzanne M. Tugya passed away at home on December 1, 2023.

Sue was born in New Brunswick, NJ in 1947, to the late Paul and Velma (Wilson) Lovas.

She moved to Delaware in 2013. She was a fantastic wife and friend, a great mother, and a wonderful grandmother to her 8 grandchildren. Sue loved to...

Steven Alfred Pepper

Dec 1, 2023

Obituary for Steven A. Pepper

Georgetown—Steven A. Pepper, passed away on December 1, 2023, at age 83.

Steve graduated from Georgetown High School in 1958 and attended Wesley College until enlisting in the US Air Force in late 1960. He served his entire enlistment stationed at Zweibrucken Air Base, Germany with...

Donald Chester Short

Dec 1, 2023

Donald C. Short

December 8, 1935 – December 1, 2023

On December 1, 2023, Donald went from the here to the hereafter, just shy of his 88th birthday. He was at home when he passed.

Donald was preceded by his father, Clarence B. Short and his mother, Elizabeth (Short)...

Robin William Phillips

Nov 30, 2023

Obituary for Robin W. Phillips

Robin W. Phillips, 66, of Dagsboro, Delaware passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, November 30, 2023.

He was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to all who knew him. Robin was an avid race fan; you...

Doris Jean Matz

Nov 18, 2023

Obituary for Doris Matz

Doris Jean Matz, 85, formerly of Georgetown, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Millsboro, Delaware.

Doris was born the daughter of the late Henry Adam and T. Marnetta (Henry) Lawrence of Lebanon, Pennsylvania.

Doris was a homemaker who loved her family...

Capt. Leonard J. Ott

Nov 15, 2023

Capt. Leonard J. Ott was a cherished brother, father, grandfather, and friend who left us suddenly on November 15, 2023 at age 80.

He was born to Charles J. Ott and Hildegard Beierle on July 15, 1943, in Brooklyn, NY.

A proud member of both the Navy and the Air Force, Leonard served for over...

John Paynter Argo

Nov 14, 2023

John P. Argo, contractor and devoted father

John Paynter Argo, age 92, of Milton passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023. He was born in Milford on October 6, 1931.

John grew up at Argo’s Corner to humble beginnings with a wonderful mother who instilled the values of family and...

Suellen H. Cahall

Nov 13, 2023

Suellen H. Cahall passed away on November 13, 2023, at the age of 77 in Milford, DE.

She was born on July 19, 1946, in Hot Springs, Arkansas.

She was a beacon of light, known for her boundless compassion and generosity. Her infectious laughter and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who had the...

Christopher Michael Browning

Nov 12, 2023

Christopher Michael Browning Sr., 36, of Harrington, Delaware passed away at his home on November 12, 2023. Christopher was born in Milford, Delaware on June 19, 1987 to Donald Browning Sr. and Linda Carey Browning.

Christopher was a member of Calvary Wesleyan and was deeply involved with his community. While he enjoyed watching the Washington Redskins, the...

Rosella O'Day

Nov 11, 2023

Rosella O’Day of Georgetown, Delaware, surrounded by her family, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on November 11th, 2023.

Rosella was born on September 6th, 1930, in West Virginia to John and Lucinda Baker.

Rosella was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her faith and her family...

Helen L. Wilson

Nov 6, 2023

Obituary for Helen L. Wilson

Helen L. Wilson, 91, of Georgetown, DE passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on November 6, 2023, at BayHealth Sussex Campus in Milford, DE.

She was born on July 24, 1932, to her parents, the late Joseph and Mabel (Willey) Millman.

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Ethel H. Rockemann

Nov 5, 2023

Ethel H. Rockemann, 93, of Georgetown, passed away, Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Atlantic Shores Nursing Home.

Ethel was born in Laurel, DE, the daughter of the late William and Stella (Mitchell) Hayman.

Ethel worked as a cafeteria worker for 30 years at Georgetown Elementary and Sussex Central High School.

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