Obituaries

Feb 20, 2023

Ronald Gene Messick, 68, of Ellendale, passed away on Monday, February

20, 2023 at the Delaware Hospice Center.

Ronald was born on June 28, 1954 to the late James Messick and Paulina

(Smith) Willey.

Known for being larger than life, and his over-the-top-personality, Ronnie

will...

Feb 20, 2023

Frederica—William Joseph “Bill” Stratton

In loving memory of William Joseph “Bill Stratton. Loving son, brother, faithful husband, patient father and grandfather, and loyal friend.

Born to Sally and Carl Stratton, October 18, 1955, Bill grew up in tough times. Learning at an early age the value of perseverance and diligence, Bill...

Feb 19, 2023

Barbara Mary Shortley, 97, of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware passed away on February 19, 2023. Born in Pittsburgh, PA to Michael J. and Margaret Parsons Shortley, she was raised in Northwest Washington, D.C. Ms. Shortley attended Georgetown Visitation High School followed by Trinity College and the Catholic University of America earning a B.A. in Economics and Political Science.

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Feb 18, 2023

John Phillip Shockley, 77, of Milford, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2023 at Bayhealth Sussex Campus.

John was born on June 30, 1945 in Milford to the late Harold Shockley and Alice (Smoot) Black.

John served his country proudly in the US Navy in Vietnam and in the Army National Guard during Operation Desert...

Feb 16, 2023

MILFORD – Jeannie E. (Heath) Rust passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at the Bayhealth Sussex Campus in Milford.

Jeannie was born in Milford, daughter of the late Charles M. and Roxie A. (Dickerson) Heath.

Jeannie was a lifelong resident of Milford and worked as an administrative professional in...

Feb 14, 2023

Melvina Dukes, 99, of Lincoln, DE, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2023 at the Country Rest Home, Greenwood, DE.

She was a member of the Heritage Bible Baptist Church and worked at Cooper and Smith Sewing Factory.

Melvina is survived by her stepchildren; Glenn Michael Dukes (Margaret), Gail Dukes Seckora...

Feb 10, 2023

Ronald G. Folke, 84, of Georgetown, passed away at home Friday, Feb. 10, 2023. He was born April 6, 1938, in Stamford, Conn., the son of the late Herbert and Viola (Butler) Folke.

Ronald was a graduate of Milton High School in 1956. He was a proud veteran, having honorably served in the U.S. Air...

Feb 10, 2023

Kathy Lea (Holloway) Clendaniel, 70, of Milford (formerly of Ellendale), passed away on Friday, February 10, 2023 at her home in Milford.

Kathy was born on January 13, 1953 in Milford to the late William O. Holloway and Shirley Lea (Ellingsworth) Holloway Joseph.

Kathy graduated from Milford High School in 1971. She was a member...

Feb 8, 2023

Vincent Lee Keagy, AKA ‘Killer’, 80, of Milton, DE, left the dock one last time on Wednesday, February 8, 2023.

He was born in Lancaster, PA, to Ethel and Elwood Keagy. Vince retired from Wheatland Junior High School where he taught industrial arts and coached soccer and basketball.

He was a...

Feb 6, 2023

LEWES – In the early morning of Monday, February 6, 2023, Frederick L. Nelson, III, died peacefully in his sleep. He was the eldest of six children born to Anna E. (nee Freburger) and Frederick L. Nelson, Jr., both of whom predeceased him. Fred was also predeceased by his brother, Francis.

Surviving Fred are his...

Feb 5, 2023

FREDERICA DE- Paul D. Spence passed away unexpectedly at Christiana Hospital on Sunday, February 5, 2023.

He was born in Harrington DE, on April 19, 1969, and later moved to Frederica at an early age. He was a 1987 graduate of Lake Forest High School. At the time of his passing he was employed for...

Feb 4, 2023

Milford—Joseph Mills Kemp - 75

In loving memory of Joseph Mills Kemp who peacefully passed on Feb. 4, 2023 at Delaware Hospice in Milford.

He was born on Feb. 22, 1947 in Milford to the late Joe Kemp & Doris Mills Kemp.

Joey graduated from Milford High...

Feb 1, 2023

James I. “Jim” McFall, 76

MILFORD – James I. “Jim” McFall passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford.

Jim was born in Aston, Pennsylvania, son of the late Walter G. and Rose Elizabeth (Cohee) McFall. He resided in the Aston and Media area...

Feb 1, 2023

Woodrow Wilson Morgan, Jr., age 85, of Milford, DE passed peacefully into the Kingdom of his Lord, on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at home with family at his bedside. He died exactly 23 years to the day he retired, after a fulfilling life of raising a family, operating a self-started business, and enjoying the fruits of his labor.

Jan 28, 2023

MILFORD – Mary L. (Matthews) Roberts went Home to be with her Lord on Saturday, January 28, 2023. She was at home surrounded by her family.

Mary was born in Georgetown, Delaware, daughter of the late George and Florence (Clifton) Matthews.

After graduating high school, Mary began her career in customer...

Jan 28, 2023

Charlotte Voshell Gingerich

Viola—Charlotte Voshell Gingerich passed on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Accent Care Hospice, Wilmington, DE., at the age of 90.

Charlotte was born in Media, Pennsylvania, to her parents, Clayton and Margaret (Ferguson) Johnson.

She attended the Felton Viola United Methodist Church, was a...

Jan 26, 2023

Milton—Sandra ‘Sandy’ Kay Betts, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus, Milford, DE. She was born on October 17, 1950 to her parents Norman Levi and Hannah (Mitchell) Messick in Milford, DE.

Sandy enjoyed going to the slots, spending time with family and friends and going to ballgames. She worked...

Jan 25, 2023

GREENWOOD – Kevin P. Betts, Sr., passed away at his home on Wednesday, January 25, 2023.

Kevin was born in Milford, one of three sons born to William F. and Dixie (Hayt) Betts.

Kevin was self-employed and enjoyed his job of repair, maintenance and landscaping at area Uncle Willie’s stores. Kevin...

Jan 24, 2023

Harrison Hammond, 93, of Georgetown, DE, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Acts Manor House, Seaford, DE. He was born in Ocean View, DE, son of the late Edward and Lulu Hammond.

He was a member of Georgetown Ambulance Station #93 and American Legion Post #8 and Odd Fellows. He loved camping...

Jan 21, 2023

Koretta Adelia Prettyman of Georgetown passed away peacefully at home on January 21, 2023. She was 89 years old.

Koretta lived life to the fullest. She loved to travel and explored many countries with her mother Esther and brother Jimmy. Koretta also loved Lewes Beach, spending many weekends there with her family. She was very...