Obituaries

Steven F. Everitt

Steven F. Everitt

Jul 3, 2021

MILTON - Steven F. ‘Bubba’ Everitt, 34, passed away peacefully doing what he loved most, working on a vehicle. Steven was a mechanic and knew his way around many other trades. He especially loved taking cars apart and putting them back together. Steven loved his children dearly and treasured spending time with them: Evelynn Everitt and Casimer (Cage) Everitt....

Joseph M. Somers

Joseph M. Somers

Jul 2, 2021

Joseph Michael Somers ‘Flyman’ was born on August 30, 1944 in Washington D.C and left this heavenly earth on Friday, July 2, 2021. He was the son of the late Joseph and Sarah (Bracey) Somers and was raised in Camp Springs, MD. Mike as he was known to his friends and family retired from the Defense Mapping Agency as...

Doris  M. Marcone

Doris M. Marcone

Jul 1, 2021

Doris M. Marcone, 91, of Milton, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 1, 2021 surrounded by her family. Doris was born in Miami, FL to the late Albert and Mildred (Conner) Hunnicutt. She was a nurse for many years and loved her time at Beebe Healthcare and providing private duty nursing care to patients in their homes....

Francis L.  Jenkins

Francis L. Jenkins

Jun 30, 2021

Francis L. Jenkins, of Waldorf, Maryland, passed away on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, due to complications associated with pneumonia. He was born February 2, 1929, in Washington D.C., the son of the late George Jenkins and Lizetta (Knott) Jenkins. He was a 1947 graduate of Eastern High School in Washington D.C. He married Jane Ellen Neilsen on May 2,...

Michael A. Evick

Michael A. Evick

Jun 30, 2021

HARBESON - Michael A. Evick, passed away peacefully at home on June 30th, 2021. Mike worked every day of his life to provide for his family and would help anyone at any time. He loved his grandchildren and attending all of their sporting events over the years. He also enjoyed spending time with his wife at the waters edge,...

Herman "Ray" Quillen

Herman "Ray" Quillen

Jun 27, 2021

Felton- Herman “Ray” Quillen, 90, passed at home on Sunday, June 27, 2021. He was born on February 24, 1931 in Selbyville, the son of Herman and Elizabeth (Cullen) Quillen. Ray served in the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1954 on the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. He owned a salvage yard and worked for Tudor Electric. He then became...

Gloria M. Workman

Gloria M. Workman

Jun 27, 2021

Gloria M. Workman, 73, of Ellendale passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2021at Bayhealth Sussex Campus in Milford. Gloria was born in Milford, the daughter of the late Lee and Hazel (Voss) Gillespie. Gloria was a nutrition specialist for the Milford School District working at Lulu Ross and Morris Schools. She was a member of the Ellendale Volunteer Fire...

Arland "Mike"  L. Edwards

Arland "Mike" L. Edwards

Jun 27, 2021

GREENWOOD – Arland L. ‘Mike’ Edwards, 81, passed away at Bayhealth Sussex Campus in Milford on Sunday, June 27, 2021. He was born in Spartansburg, PA on July 16, 1939 to the late Gerald L and Anna Belle Northrop Edwards. Mike proudly served his country with the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of Heritage Bible Baptist Church,...

Michael L. Shipe

Michael L. Shipe

Jun 27, 2021

BRIDGEVILLE – Michael L. Shipe (formerly of Lewes, Del) passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at TidalHealth Nanticoke Hospital in Seaford. Michael was born in Wilmington, son of Robert Shipe and the late Patricia C. (Dorsey) Shipe who passed away in 2020. Michael attended Howard T. Ennis School in Georgetown from 1972-1984; he then transferred and graduated...

William 'Bill' Warne Boyer

William 'Bill' Warne Boyer

Jun 26, 2021

Devoted Husband/Hard Worker FELTON - William “Bill” Warne Boyer, 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 26, 2021, surrounded by family, both present and virtual, at Tidal Health (PRMC) in Salisbury. He was born on June 12, 1935, in Pottstown PA, son of the late Harry and Marie (Coady) Boyer. He began working at a very young age and...

Anthony Sorrenti, Jr.

Anthony Sorrenti, Jr.

Jun 26, 2021

MILTON – Anthony Sorrenti, Jr., passed away at home on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Anthony was born in Bayonne, NJ son of the late Anthony, Sr., and Grace (Funking) Sorrenti. Anthony graduated from Marist High School in Bayonne and attended college at St. Peter’s University in Jersey City, NJ. He later received his Master’s degree in social services from...

Andrea D. Martin

Andrea D. Martin

Jun 26, 2021

Andrea Martin passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 26, 2021. She was 40 years old. Andrea was born January 21, 1981 in Marion, OH. She was a very hard worker throughout her life. Andrea graduated from Marion Harding School in 1999. She went on to receive awards and be on the Honor Roll at the Community College...

Herman C. "Chan" Lockwood

Herman C. "Chan" Lockwood

Jun 24, 2021

MILLSBORO – Herman C. “Chan” Lockwood, Jr., formerly of Seaford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. Chan was born in Dagsboro, Delaware son of the late Herman C. Sr., and Althea (Smack) Lockwood. Chan worked in sales for many years at Dover Electric. He and his wife Sandra were also members...

George W. Hearne, Jr.

George W. Hearne, Jr.

Jun 23, 2021

LINCOLN – George W. Hearne, Jr., passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 surrounded by the family that he loved. George was born in Brooklyn, NY son of the late George W. Sr., and Myrtle McWilliams Hearne. George worked in purchasing with Chevron Corporation before retiring many years ago, and was a veteran of the US...

Maryann B. (Lavelle) Rash

Maryann B. (Lavelle) Rash

Jun 21, 2021

MILTON – Maryann B. Rash passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 21, 2021. Maryann was born in Philadelphia, PA daughter of the late John F. and Bessie (Cirelli) Lavelle. She resided for many years in the suburb of Lawndale. Maryann graduated in 1970 from Cardinal Dougherty High School and studied human resources at Villanova University. She worked...

Donald Wayne Jester

Donald Wayne Jester

Jun 19, 2021

SEAFORD - Donald Wayne Jester, 73, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 19, 2021. He was born in Milford to the late William P., Sr. and Delema Mae (Banning) Jester. Donald worked at Shawnee Country Club for 25 years. His favorite way to spend his time was with his grandchildren. He also enjoyed...

Margaret Stanaitis "Peg" Diggins

Margaret Stanaitis "Peg" Diggins

Jun 19, 2021

REHOBOTH – Margaret S. “Peg” Diggins completed the chapters of her earthly life on Saturday, June 19, 2021, and returned to the Lords library of peace. Born in January 1937 in Chester, PA, she was a 1953 graduate of Chester High School and worked at Pennsylvania Bell Telephone until her 1957 marriage to Leon Stanaitis; with whom she shared...

Robert M. Kemp

Robert M. Kemp

Jun 16, 2021

Robert M. Kemp, Jr. Robert M. Kemp, Jr., 54, of Harrington passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at Bayhealth/Sussex Campus in Milford. Robert was born in Milford, the son of Betty (Dobraski) Kemp and the late Robert M. Kemp, Sr. Robert was a custodian at Lake Forest High School for 31 years, last 4 years being chief custodian....

Kenneth  R. Wilson, Sr.

Kenneth R. Wilson, Sr.

Jun 13, 2021

GEORGETOWN – Kenneth R. Wilson, Sr., 72, passed away at home on Sunday, June 13, 2021. He was born on March 1, 1949 in Milford to the late H. Reese Wilson (1999) and Hilda Hall Wilson (2001). Kenneth graduated from Milton High School in 1967 and married Jacqueline Roach in 1968. He worked for over a year at the...

Wayne Short

Wayne Short

Jun 12, 2021

LEWES – Wayne Short, 69, passed away at Beebe Heathcare in Lewes on Saturday, June 12, 2021. He was born to the late Emory and Onolee Donovan Short on August 20, 1951. Wayne worked as a cosmetologist at Carolyn’s Beauty Shop in Lewes. After Carolyn passed, Wayne owned and operated the shop. He was a member of Grace United...