Obituaries
Donald E. Evans, Sr.
Mar 12, 2025
On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, Donald E. Evans, Sr. peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 89.
Donald was born on January 15, 1936 in Trappe, PA to the late Warren and Anna Evans.
Donald grew up in Spring City, PA and lived there until moving to Slaughter Beach, DE in 1980, making the family tradition of vacationing near...
Allen F. Weeks
Mar 11, 2025
On Tuesday March 11, 2025, Allen F. Weeks, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 77.
Mr. Weeks was born on May 13, 1947 in Rutland, Vermont, to the late Lyle and Mary Weeks.
He graduated from Rutland High School in 1965 and then attended Castleton State College before serving in the United States Air Force. Following his honorable...
Margaret "Peggy" J. Essick
Mar 9, 2025
Margaret “Peggy” J. Essick, age 87, of Milton, Delaware died peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 9, 2025.
Peggy was born in Pittsburgh PA on May 11, 1937 to the late Charles O. Miller and the late Margaret E. (Thomas) Miller.
Peggy graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in nursing. As a registered nurse she worked on the...
Sabrina Rose Whilden
Mar 5, 2025
Sabrina Rose Whilden was born on November 26, 2008 in Dover Delaware. She entered Heaven on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, after a courageous battle against Ewing’s Sarcoma.
Sabrina was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Sabrina’s journey on this earth was one marked by love and compassion. Sabrina’s new journey has left...
Dr. Sandra Foote Reed
Mar 5, 2025
Dr. Sandra Foote Reed passed away peacefully at her home in Milford after a prolonged illness. She was 79.
Dr. Foote was born on March 31, 1945 in Oxnard, California to the late Harlan and Marjorie Foote. She moved multiple times during her childhood as the daughter of a Navy pilot. She excelled in academics, and received both Bachelor’s and Master’s...
James A. Clendaniel
Feb 22, 2025
On February 22, 2025, with his wife and family by his side, James A. Clendaniel, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 86.
Jim was born on March 7, 1938, in Coatesville, PA, to the late Ralph and Ann (Pavelik) Clendaniel.
He graduated from Dover High School in 1956.
Jim honorably served our country in the Delaware National...
Ryan Robert Hurlburt
Feb 19, 2025
On Wednesday, February 19th, Ryan Robert Hurlburt, tragically passed away at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, after battling complications from the flu. He was 41.
Ryan was born in Fort Worth, TX at Carswell Airforce Base on December 7, 1983, to Paul and Carissa (Herfkens) Hurlburt.
He graduated from Azle Highschool in 2003.
Ryan joined the Army and honorably served our country...
William James Dodenhoff
Feb 10, 2025
William J. Dodenhoff, 71, of Milford, Delaware, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on February 10, 2025.
Bill was born on June 30, 1953, to Raymond and Rosemary Dodenhoff. He graduated from Milford Senior High School in 1971 and went on to work at Proctor and Gamble for 27 years, retiring in February 2011.
He is survived by his wife,...
Kasey Nicole Demetrakis
Feb 9, 2025
On February 9, 2025, while surrounded by her family, Kasey Nicole Demetrakis (McWilliams), peacefully passed away after a two and a half year battle with breast cancer, at her home in Milford, DE. She was 41.
Kasey was born on February 8, 1984, in Annapolis, MD, to the late John McWilliams and Shawnee McWilliams.
She graduated from South River High School in...
Elaine Susan Swierczek
Feb 8, 2025
Elaine S. Swierczek of Forestport, NY and Greenwood, DE passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Milford, Delaware.
She was the daughter of David Spencer Gardner and Ethel Rita Ehlinger Gardner of Utica, NY. She attended St. France DeSales schools and graduated from Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica, NY. She married Stephen Arthur Swierczek of New York Mills, NY...
Richard E. Crumley
Jan 31, 2025
On January 31, 2025, Mr. Richard E. Crumley of Lincoln, passed away unexpectedly. He was 66.
Rich was born on May 20, 1958, in Wilmington, Delaware, to the late Joan Crumley (Bevans). He graduated from Conrad High School in 1977.
Mr. Crumley honorably served our country in the Army National Guard.
Rich was a salt of the earth hard working man. He worked...
Linda L. Caccamise
Jan 25, 2025
On January 25, 2025, Linda L. Caccamise, peacefully passed away at her home in Lincoln. She was 77.
Linda was born on June 10, 1947 in Portland, Maine, to the late Roger and Edith Carr.
Linda moved around frequently during her childhood, as her father was in the Air Force. Eventually they moved to Dover, Delaware and Linda graduated high school. She...
Dona Addington
Jan 15, 2025
On January 15, 2025, while surrounded by her loved ones, Dona Addington peacefully passed away at her home in Milford. She was 76.
Dona was born in Milford on July 14, 1948 to the late Donald and Mary Walls.
She graduated from Milford High School in 1966.
Mrs. Addington started her working career at Playtex. She then became a bookkeeper for Hammond Cadillac...
John Charles Carnright
Jan 14, 2025
John Charles Carnright passed away peacefully at home on January 14, 2025. He was 58.
John was born in Milford on March 12, 1966, son of the late James and Emily Carnright.
He graduated from Milford High School with the class of 1984. He attended two years at the Philadelphia School of Art pursuing his love of art and drawing.
John was employed...
Brian Whitley
Jan 7, 2025
On January 7, 2025, with his son David and his dog Ziggy by his side, Brian Whitley peacefully went home to be with the Lord and his late wife Carol at the age of 69.
Mr. Whitley was born on May 4, 1955 to the late John and Edith Whitley, on Long Island, N.Y. He grew up in Commack and graduated...
Thomas Mylor White
Jan 4, 2025
On January 4, 2025, Mr. Thomas Mylor White, peacefully passed away at Tidal Health in Salisbury after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. He was 79.
Mr. White was born in Detroit, Michigan, on March 15, 1945, to the late Mylor Earnest “Jim” and Mary Ann Perry White.
Growing up Tom attended St. James Catholic Elementary School and graduated from Ferndale High School...
Dr. Gregory J. Barone
Jan 4, 2025
On January 4, 2025, while surrounded by his loved ones, Dr. Gregory J. Barone peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 86.
Dr. Barone was born on November 19, 1938 in Buffalo, N.Y., to the late Sylvester and Mary Barone.
He graduated from Bishop Fallon Catholic School and then received a BS in General Physics from Canisius College in...
Judith A Prouse
Jan 1, 2025
Judith A. Prouse, age 77, of Milford, DE, departed her earthly life on January 1, 2025 at Beebe Hospital in Lewes, DE surrounded by her family.
Judith was born on May 15, 1947, daughter of the late Sarah and Thomas Walls. She was born at Wilmington Hospital and grew up in Delaware City, DE. She later graduated from Gunning Bedford High...
Shirley J. Yearsley
Dec 20, 2024
On December 20, 2024, while surrounded by her loved ones, Shirley J. Yearsley, peacefully passed away. She was 67.
Shirley was born in Cheverly, MD on May 12, 1957, to the late Woodrow and Minnie King.
She worked at Playtex for many years while the company changed names to Energizer and then Edgewell.
Mrs. Yearsley enjoyed creating magical moments for special occasions through...
James J. Rehanek
Dec 17, 2024
James Joseph Rehanek (Sr), 94, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024, in Milford, DE.
Son of Bessie (Holdsworth) and Frank Rehanek, he was born on March 27, 1930, in Bobtown, PA. He graduated Point Marion High School in 1948 and entered the Air Force the following year, proudly serving during the Korean War as a Russian Interpreter. He received his...
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