Obituaries

Adrienne Stitzel

Adrienne Stitzel

Nov 19, 2024

Adrienne Stitzel, 81, of Milford and Rehoboth Beach, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 19, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to David and Pauline Mallor in Brooklyn, NY. Adrienne was a devoted wife, mother, sister, nana, and aunt. She was a kind and giving friend to all who knew her.

Adrienne is survived by Warren, her husband...

Patricia Lorraine Millikan Stanley

Patricia Lorraine Millikan Stanley

Nov 14, 2024

Pat Stanley, a prominent lighting designer in the Washington area for over 50 years died Thursday, November 14th, 2024 in a Philadelphia hospital. 

From 1967 to 1977 she worked at Dominion Electric in Arlington, Virginia. In 1977 she became one of two managers of Maurice Electrical Supply’s lighting showroom at 11th & M Street, NW DC. Eighteen years later she moved...

Fred L. Izzo, Jr.

Fred L. Izzo, Jr.

Nov 10, 2024

Milford—On November 10, 2024, Fred L. Izzo, Jr. “Freddie”, 59, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family at home after a long illness. Mr. Izzo was born in Seaford on July 9, 1965, to the late Fred, Sr and Louise (Mills). He is survived by his longtime girlfriend of 15 years, Karen R. Corzine, step-daughter, Sarah Malanka; and son,...

Augustin "Gus" Gonzalez

Augustin "Gus" Gonzalez

Nov 9, 2024

On November 9, 2024, Augustin “Gus” Gonzalez, of Milford, Delaware, peacefully passed after a short illness. He was 66.

Gus was born on October 3, 1958 in Queens, New York to the late Augustin and Aida Gonzalez. He spent years between New York City, Arizona and Delaware. 

He began his career working with his mother at Parkchester Pharmacy in the Bronx. Soon...

Wilhelmina "Billie" Hastings

Wilhelmina "Billie" Hastings

Nov 6, 2024

On November 6, 2024, Wilhelmina “Billie” Hastings (nee DeYoung), of Greenwood, DE, peacefully passed away at Delaware Hospice in Milford. She was the devoted wife of the late Lester G. Hastings, who preceded her in death in 2010. They celebrated 51 years of life together.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the loving daughter of the late William and Amelia (nee Hasler)...

Theresa Karen Donovan

Theresa Karen Donovan

Nov 6, 2024

Milford- On November 07, 2024, Theresa “Karen” Donovan passed away at the age of 53 after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born on September 12, 1971 and attended Holy Cross Elementary School and later graduated from Milford Senior High in 1989 and Delaware Tech in 1991. She started a career with the State of Delaware during high school where...

Bruce Craig Crouch

Bruce Craig Crouch

Nov 5, 2024

On November 5, 2024, Bruce Craig Crouch, passed away at his residence in Milford. He was 63.

Craig was born in Clinton, North Carolina, on March 11, 1961, to the late Clifford Crouch and Vaughn Crouch (Peterson).

His family moved to Milford when he was ten years old. Craig graduated from Milford High School in 1979.

He then went on to receive a...

Leon E. Tschantre

Leon E. Tschantre

Oct 27, 2024

MILFORD - Leon Emile Tschantre passed away on October 27, 2024 at Milford Place Assisted Living.  

Leon was born in Cambridge, Maryland on October 31, 1929, son of the late Joseph Emile Tschantre and Mary Cook Tschantre.  

Leon attended Cambridge High School and graduated in 1948. Afterwards, he attended Bowman Technical School for watchmaking in Lancaster PA, and received his...

Kathryn D. Webb

Kathryn D. Webb

Oct 23, 2024

Kathryn “Kay” D. Webb peacefully went home to be with the Lord on October 23, 2024.

Kathryn was born on May 24, 1928, in Harbeson, DE to Lloyd and Edna Betts Davidson.

As a teenager she enjoyed being a cheerleader for the Golden Knights as a member of the Georgetown High School Class of 1946.

Kathryn’s greatest joy was raising her four children...

Thomas R. Born

Thomas R. Born

Oct 22, 2024

On October 22, 2024, Thomas Robert Born, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 87.

Mr. Born was born on October 25, 1936, in Paterson, N.J. to the late William and Anne Born.

Bob, as he was known to his New Jersey friends, graduated from Teaneck High School in 1955.

After high school, he honorably served our country in the...

Robert W. Wilkins

Robert W. Wilkins

Oct 18, 2024

Robert Warren Wilkins (Bob), a lifelong Milford Resident, passed away at peace wrapped in his families arms on October 18.

 

Bob was a champion race car driver. Known for his exceptional skill of being a dirt track wheelman in go-carts, late models, modifieds & sprint cars. He also was a passionate fisherman and crab eater. Bob passed his knowledge on to...

Vidute-Ona Medzeviciene

Vidute-Ona Medzeviciene

Oct 7, 2024

Vidute-Ona Medzeviciene passed away peacefully surrounded by her immediate family in Ellendale, DE on October 7th, 2024. She was born in Lithuania in 1945 to Romualdas and Marijona Zakareviciai. She graduated high school in 1962 and joined Vilnius Cultural Technical School where in 1966 she obtained Choir Conductor Degree. 

 

She loved cooking, knitting and sewing. She was singing and dancing her...

Gailand Everett Polk

Gailand Everett Polk

Oct 5, 2024

Gailand E. Polk passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones in Milford, DE on October 5, 2024. He was born in Waterloo, IA and lived most of his life in Chula Vista, CA. Gail loved the Navy. He is survived by his daughter Linda (Larry) Lentz, and his grandchildren Lonny (Linda) Lentz, Lori (Lamont) Thomas, Jamie (Mario)Villavicencio, Cody, and...

Karen Lee Keizer

Karen Lee Keizer

Sep 30, 2024

Karen Lee Schoenfeld Keizer, a resident of Milford, Delaware, departed this life on September 30, 2024. 

Karen was born on December 12, 1952, to William and Katherine (Kit) Schoenfeld in Elizabeth, New Jersey. 

She had a fulfilling career at Overlook Hospital, where she formed lasting friendships. Karen was deeply passionate about various hobbies, including scuba diving, traveling, quilting, sewing, baking, and gardening. 

In...

Rene Sanchez Sanchez

Rene Sanchez Sanchez

Sep 27, 2024

La familia Sanchez urbina lamenta anunciar la triste partida de nuestro amado Rene Sanchez sanchez Quien fuen un excelente padre , esposo , hijo , hermano y amigo de todos . El servicio funebre se llevara a cavo el dia, sabado 12 de octubre de 11 am a 2:00 pm Y seguido de una misa de cuerpo presente en la...

Julia Gail Greenley

Julia Gail Greenley

Sep 23, 2024

Julia Gail Greenley, 68, of Lincoln passed away Sept. 23, 2024, at the Milford Hospice Center. 

Julia was born October 25,1955 in Dover, Delaware to the late Frank List and Esther L. Kovacs List. 

She spent many years in the Insurance field working at Marvel Agency in Milford and Atlantic Smith Cropper and Deeley in Lewes. She also bartended at the Milford...

Bryan A. Osman

Bryan A. Osman

Sep 19, 2024

Bryan A Osman of Wilmington, DE has come to his final rest. His spirit is in the heavens and he is at peace. 

 

Bryan was born November 10, 1989 in Newark, DE to Janet Osman and the late Aubrey Stewart. He was raised in Wilmington and laughed and played outside always. He had an amazing sense of humor with and infectious...

Clarence Joseph Binette

Clarence Joseph Binette

Sep 19, 2024

Clarence Joseph Binette (Benny), Felton, DE and Old Town, died of congestive heart failure on September 17, 2024 at his home in Felton. He was born October 17, 1947 in Old Town, Maine to Clarence E. and Lillian (Daigle) Binette. 

Benny was a 1966 graduate of Old Town High School, following which he began a 40 year career at the local...

Janet K. Brown

Janet K. Brown

Sep 17, 2024

On September 17, 2024, Janet K. Brown, peacefully went home to be with the lord, Genie and Sue were by her side. She was 92.

Janet was born on May 14, 1932 in Claymont, DE to the late Davis and Sarah Merle Kimmey Roth.

She attended Harrington High School and graduated in 1950 with perfect attendance. She played multiple sports in High...

Kevin William Cord

Kevin William Cord

Sep 14, 2024

Kevin William Cord, of Willards, MD, known for his kind, caring, and humorous personality, left us on September 14, 2024.

He was born August 5, 1965, in Prince George’s County, MD to Henry William Cord and Barbara Ann Cord Nagy.

He graduated from Laurel High School in Laurel, MD and spent his career as a flooring installer.

He enjoyed watching sports and was...

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