Obituaries

Nov 6, 2024

Catherine A. “Cathy” (Lemley) Pepper, 63

GEORGETOWN – Catherine A. “Cathy” Pepper passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, surrounded by her family, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford.

Cathy was born in Louisville, Kentucky and resided in the Georgetown area where she was very active in the community....

Nov 2, 2024

John Phillip (Phil) Simmons of Lewes, age 68, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Accent Hospice Care in Wilmington, DE.

Phil was the son of the late Ralph B. and Doris (Jester) Simmons.

Phil was a Union Iron Worker before opening Simmons Canvas, which he operated for over 30 years. Later in life,...

Oct 31, 2024

Donald Fisher of Milton, Delaware died at home after a lengthy illness on Thursday, October 31, surrounded by his family. He was 89 years old. He is survived by Judy Fisher, his wife of 53 years; his son and daughter-in-law, John Fisher and Jessica Blurton; and his nieces, Cecily Fisher (Loretta & Emily Fisher) and Stephani Richardson (Howard &...

Oct 31, 2024

Franklin D. Smith Sr., of Milton, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was 91.

Franklin was born March 21, 1933. He was the son of the late Daniel and Laura (Lingo) Smith.

He was a brick mason by trade. Frank was a man known to be...

Oct 27, 2024

Theresa “Terri” Jennie Tillmes (George), 95 of Milford, Delaware passed away peacefully on October 27th, 2024.

At this time, the family will be holding a private remembrance to honor and celebrate Theresa’s life in East Windsor, NJ. Cremation was performed by Berry Short Funeral Home in Milford, DE.

Theresa was born in East Orange, NJ,...

Oct 23, 2024

William “Bill” C Lecates, 74, of Georgetown, Delaware passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

Bill graduated from Georgetown High School, Class of 1968. During his high school years he was an outstanding athlete, playing football (quarterback), basketball (point guard), and baseball (shortstop). By far his favorite sport was baseball...

Oct 17, 2024

Kevin Lee Cane - Obituary

Kevin Lee Cane, 45, of Georgetown, passed away on October 17, 2024 at his home in Georgetown.

Kevin was born on November 3, 1978 in Dover, DE to Allen E. Cane Sr. and the late Gale D. (Tribbitt) Cane.

A lifelong Delaware...

Oct 13, 2024

Felix Timothy Stewart, Laurel passed away, October 13, 2024, at Atlantic Shores Nursing Home. He was 68.

Felix was born July 13, 1956, to the late Harvey and Emma Lee (Moses) Stewart.

In addition to his parents, Tim was preceded in death by his loving wife, Rose Walker Stewart....

Oct 12, 2024

Howard B. Brittingham, aged 82, passed away unexpectedly at his Lincoln, DE home on October 12, 2024. He was born in Milford, DE, on January 9, 1942, to the late Russell and Blanche (Short) Brittingham.

A proud veteran, Howard served his country as a Sergeant in the US Army, serving a tour of duty in Vietnam. For...

Oct 12, 2024

Ernest F. Kohland, 97, of Harrington, Delaware passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024 at Kent General Hospital in Dover. Ernest was born on February 16, 1927 in Hillsboro, Maryland to the late Herman Kohland Sr. and Gertrude (Kessler) Kohland.

Ernest served our nation in the US Navy during World War II where he sacrificed...

Oct 10, 2024

Mary Jane Berkowitz, 77, of Milton, passed away on October 10, 2024, at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. Mary Jane was born on April 4, 1947, in Sandusky, Ohio to the late Lee and Cleonia Snell Harpst.

Mary Jane was a dedicated member of Eagles Nest Church where she assisted on the production crew and...

Oct 7, 2024

Obituary for Richard Earl Watson

Richard Earl Watson, 75, of Milford, DE, passed away on October 7, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

He was born on August 6, 1949, in Milford, DE to his parents, Samuel E. and Daisy (Bowen) Watson.

Richard graduated...

Oct 6, 2024

Charles I. Stone (Stoney), of Lincoln, Delaware, peacefully passed away on October 6, 2024, in Milford, DE. Stoney was born on November 15, 1927, in Sugar Grove, VA. He was a kind and generous man throughout his life.

Stoney honorably served his country as a Corporal in the US Air Force and later channeled his...

Oct 3, 2024

Donald Wilbur "Dunk" Argo, 74, of Felton, was a cherished brother and friend who infused warmth and laughter into the lives he touched. Born on December 20, 1949, in Milford, DE, to the late Howard Everett and Mildred (Heath) Argo, Dunk's journey came to a peaceful close on October 3, 2024, at Kent General Hospital in Dover, DE.

Sep 30, 2024

Edward Nelson Berwick, age 86, of Lincoln, Delaware, passed away on September 30, 2024 at the Delaware Veterans Home. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his warm spirit and sense of humor.

Edward was born on December 25, 1937 in Milford, Delaware, son of the late James Berwick, Sr. and Gladys (Fitzgerald)...

Sep 29, 2024

Pastor John A. McConaughy completed his earthly journey on September 29, 2024, at the age of 82 in Milford, DE. He was welcomed into this world on December 14, 1941, in Staten Island, NY, to his parents Dwight and Anita (Irving) McConaughy, who predeceased him, along with his sisters Dorothy Conrad and Lois Touchton.

Pastor John is...

Sep 29, 2024

William (Bill) Franklyn Conway, 49, of Lewes, DE, and formerly Milford, DE, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at UPenn Hospital in Philadelphia.

Born on January 2, 1975, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Frank and Sue (Matson) Conway. Bill graduated from McKean High School in...

Sep 29, 2024

FELTON – Charles Howard Ware passed away peacefully on Sunday September 29, 2024, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, Delaware. He was born January 3, 1933, in Sudlersville, MD to John A. and Elizabeth (Quillen) Ware. He grew up on a farm in Templeville, Maryland, where he recalled many cherished childhood memories. Charles graduated from Sudlersville High School...

Sep 28, 2024

MILFORD – Keith W. Parker passed away peacefully in the arms of Jesus on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Bayhealth Sussex Campus.

Major, USAF (Retired) 1959-1973

Navigator, Electronic Warfare Officer, Pilot

Born Again 10/21/1968. With his love of the Lord, Keith earned a Juris Doctor from George Mason University...

Sep 26, 2024

LINCOLN – Carla E. Royse passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, September 26, 2024.

Carla was born in Orange County, California and raised by Theresa Richardson with a family consisting of 11 siblings.

Carla loved her job with Direct and Correct Traffic Control Services. She retired as a senior controller...