Obituaries

Frederick A. Davis

Jan 18, 2025

Frederick A. “Freddie” Davis, aged 75, of Harrington, DE, passed peacefully on January 18, 2025, at Kent General Hospital in Dover, DE. Born on May 11, 1949, to the late Carl and Helen (Brown) Davis, he was a cherished brother, uncle, and friend. Frederick leaves behind a legacy of warmth and camaraderie.

He is remembered with fondness by his siblings Sandy...

Thomas Ralston "Jr" Pepper, Jr.

Jan 15, 2025

Georgetown – Thomas R. Pepper, Jr., age 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Bayhealth Sussex Campus following a brief illness.

Thomas was born in Lewes, son of the late Thomas R. Pepper, Sr., and Laura E. (Wilson) Pepper. He was a lifelong resident of Gravel Hill.

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Charlotte J Collins

Jan 12, 2025

Charlotte J. Collins, 90, of Milford, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Born November 9, 1934, in Georgetown, Charlotte was the daughter of Harry J. Johnson and Emma (Marker) Johnson. She was the widow of Norman N. Collins, they were married in 1954.

Charlotte worked as...

Richard J. Moore, Sr.

Jan 11, 2025

Richard James Moore of Milton Delaware Born at Milford Memorial Hospital on December 24th 1967 and passed peacefully at home on January 11th 2025.

He is preceded in death by his parents Charles E. Moore and Joyce K Moore, a brother & Sister in law Chuck (Ruth) Moore and a neice Megan Moore.

Rich is survived by his best friend and wife...

Edward R Hammond

Jan 10, 2025

Edward R. Hammond, 83, of Lincoln, DE, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Bayhealth in Milford.

Born August 27, 1941 in Lewes, Edward was the son of the late Nettie Hammond . His wife, Phillis Parsons, passed away in 2014.

Edward was a 1961 graduate of Rehoboth Beach High...

William L. Campbell, Jr.

Jan 10, 2025

GEORGETOWN, DEL – William L. Campbell, Jr., 75, of Georgetown, Delaware, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home joining his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Bill was born in 1949 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. He was the son of the late William L. Campbell, Sr., and Bernice (Baker) Campbell. He...

Bryan Douglas Powell

Jan 9, 2025

Bryan Douglas Powell, 57, of Milford passed away unexpectantly on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at his home. Bryan was born in Anchorage, Alaska. He is survived by his parents, Horace and Kathryn (Callaham) Powell, and his birth mother; Jean Stanley.

Bryan was an avid golfer, darts player, and fan of the Dallas Cowboys. He was a member of the Moose Lodge...

Sharon Lee Mcquay

Jan 9, 2025

Sharon Lee McQuay, 70, of Georgetown, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Beebe Hospital after a long illness. Sharon was born to the late Curtis Trump III and Dolores (Veasey) Trump in Wilmington on April 14, 1954.

A true Delaware native, Sharon spent her life enjoying the beauty of Delaware, as she has...

Robin Lynn Parker

Jan 8, 2025

Robin Lynn Parker, a beacon of love, laughter, and kindness, passed away peacefully in her Georgetown, DE, home on January 8, 2025, at the age of 69. She was born on December 20, 1955, in Milford, DE.

In her professional life, Robin was a respected Registered Nurse at Milford Memorial Hospital, where she cared for patients with the same unwavering dedication...

Robert "Woody" Long, Jr.

Jan 7, 2025

Robert “Woody” Long passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 with his family by his side.

He is survived by his loving wife, Lynda Long; son, Shane (Tammy) Long; beloved pets, T-Bone, Sweet Pea, Ike, Misty, Jethro, and Jet; as well as many family and friends.

Woody was a proud Vietnam veteran, serving in the...

Brian Keith "Poppy Ralph" Diego

Jan 6, 2025

GEORGETOWN – Brian Keith Diego, known to most as “Poppy Ralph,” passed away at home on the evening of Monday, January 6th, 2025. Brian was born October 26, 1971 to Grace and Robert Diego in Montgomery County, Maryland. He spent most of his life in Pennsylvania, where he was married and raised a daughter and three sons. Him and...

Maria Reyes Bly

Jan 4, 2025

Maria Elena Reyes-Bly, 70, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Maria was born to the late Cesar and Elena (Villareal) Reyes in Ilo Ilo city, Philippines on March 2, 1954.

Maria was passionate about people and prayer. She loved sharing her faith in God, and was a mighty prayer...

Kathleen C Pfeiffer

Jan 4, 2025

Kathleen C. Pfeiffer, 83, of Georgetown, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Kathleen was born on April 2, 1941, to the late Walter and Emlia (Molter) Leyh in New York City.

Living much of her life in Pennsylvania, Kathleen and her husband, William Pfeiffer Sr., retired to Delaware, where she had lived for the...

Jackie Leon Parsons

Jan 3, 2025

Jackie Leon Parsons, 82, of Harrington, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, January 3, 2025. Jackie was born in Kingwood, West Virginia on February 3, 1942 to the late James and Gladys (McCabe) Parsons.

A proud, 28 year member of the United States Air Force, Jackie called many places home but...

Doris M Willing

Dec 31, 2024

Doris M. Willing, 87, of Bridgeville, passed away in her home on December 31, 2024. She was the wife of Leon Willing. Born in Greenwood, on September 8, 1937, daughter of the late Lawrence Willey and the late Gladys Willey.

Doris and her husband were poultry farmers. She was also the co-owner of Leon Willing Trash Removal in Bridgeville, DE for...

Irvin Benton King

Dec 30, 2024

Irvin Benton King, 80, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 30, 2024, at the Manor House in Seaford, DE, after bravely battling a rare and progressive form of Parkinson’s disease. Born on December 31, 1943, in Milford, DE. Irvin was the son of the late Orlando Calhoun and Esther Mayme Gordy King.

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Linda E. Short

Dec 30, 2024

Linda E. Short, age 68, of Milford, DE, passed away on December 30, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. Born on September 19, 1956, to Nelson E. Ellis and Virginia Short, Linda's life was characterized by her unwavering kindness and the abundant love she shared with everyone she knew.

Linda was a beacon...

Ellen Cash Donovan

Dec 30, 2024

Obituary for Ellen Cash Donovan

Ellen Cash Donovan, 73, of Georgetown, DE, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with vascular dementia. She was born on March 8, 1951, in Millsboro, DE to the late, Marvin and Elva (Dorman) Cash.

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David A. Passwaters, Jr.

Dec 29, 2024

David A. Passwaters, Jr., age 86 of Milford, DE, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 29, 2024 surrounded by family members.

David was born on September 1, 1938, in Concord, DE to the late Doris (Collins) Passwaters and David A. Passwaters, Sr.

David played on the first Blue/Gold football game for Seaford High...

Linda Beth Reed

Dec 28, 2024

Linda Beth Reed of Georgetown passed away, Saturday, December 28, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was 75.

Linda was born on January 15, 1949, the daughter of the late Russell and Dorothy (Trumpower) Moats.

Linda worked for several years at Atlantic Plastics in Milton.

She loved to tinker with...