Obituaries

Nov 11, 2020

On November 11, 2020, James “Jim” Reilly peacefully passed away at Christiana Hospital with his wife by his side.

He was born in  NY on January 22, 1938 to the late  Delia Marie Straehle and John Joseph Reilly

Jim was born and raised in the New York area. He attended  Stepinac High School and played...

Nov 5, 2020

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Sean Montgomery, age 36, who surrendered to the Lord on Thursday November 5, 2020, surrounded by his family and friends.

Sean is survived by his fiancé Melissa Kramer, his mother Sheri Powers, his father Frank Montgomery, his brothers Mike Powers and Frankie Montgomery, and many uncles,...

Nov 5, 2020

Helen T Ward Yearwood (nee McQuaid), 85, died November 5, 2020 at Heritage Oaks of Englewood, Florida with her daughter by her side. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late John and Elsie (Millman) McQuaid. She was the wife of 6 months to the late Ernest “Jack” Ward and of 35 years to the late Cecil...

Nov 3, 2020

Milford – On November 3, 2020, Dorothy “Karen” Appel peacefully passed away with her two daughters and niece by her side.

She was born on August 16, 1956 in Milford to the late James P. and Beatrice “Jane” Messick.

Karen received her Associates’ Degree from Goldey – Beacom College.

She worked at the...

Oct 30, 2020

Greenwood - On October 30, 2020, John Curtis Towers, Jr., went home to be with the Lord.

He was born on June 27, 1965 in Milford, DE to the late John C. Towers, Sr. and Verona Towers.

Curtis was a graduate of Woodbridge High School and the University of Delaware.

He honorably served...

Oct 28, 2020

Glenda Emma Billings, 62, of Milford, passed away on Wednesday October 28, 2020, at the Country Rest Home in Greenwood, DE. She was born in Milford on February 06, 1958 to the late Floyd and Emma Givens. Mrs. Billings graduated from Milford High School. She also graduated from Delaware Technical Community College in Georgetown, where she earned her Registered...

Oct 26, 2020

Milford – On October 26, 2020, Edward A. St. Jean, Jr., lovingly referred to as “Pipa”, surrounded by his family peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

He was born on June 14, 1947, in Baltimore, MD to the late Edward and Julia St. Jean.

Edward honorably served our country in the Navy from ...

Oct 19, 2020

Jannie Martin was born on June 3, 1934 at Phillips Coal Camp in West Virginia, to Harvey and Clara Davis. She was the second of what would be 6 children. Despite their humble beginnings in that coal camp her mother knew what she wanted for her children. Jannie grew up in Sophia, WV, had perfect attendance at the Methodist...

Oct 16, 2020

Milford – On October 16, 2020, Shirley Ann Hollingsworth (Corkran), 75, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was a graduate of Greenwood High School.  Shirley started working as a Dental Assistant then she worked at the Stevenson House for Juvenile Corrections. After earning her Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education at Delaware State,...

Oct 10, 2020

Milford – On October 10, 2020, Gary Holston, peacefully passed away at his home with his wife, daughter and granddaughter by his side. He was 65.

He was born on August 23, 1955 in Milford to the late Ernest and Susan E. Holston.

Gary graduated from Milford High School in 1973.

He worked...

Oct 5, 2020

Milford – On October 5, 2020, Gary L. Thompson, peacefully passed away at his home.

He was born on May 11, 1945 in Frederick, MD to the late Howard and Gladys Thompson.

Gary grew up in Washington D.C. and graduated from Anacostia High School in 1964.

He worked for the International Union of...

Sep 29, 2020

Milford – On September 29, 2020, Pamela J. Rizzo, peacefully passed away at her home with her husband by her side.

She was born on December 19, 1951, in Bridgeport, CT, to the late Roland and Helen Carlson.

Pamela received her Bachelor’s Degree from Vermont College.

She worked in the office for Caldor’s...

Sep 25, 2020

Milford – On September 25, 2020, Kurt Hutson peacefully passed away at Bayhealth Hospital Sussex Campus. He was 65 years old.

Mr. Hutson was born on November 20, 1954 in Wilmington, DE, to the late Thomas and Marjorie Hutson.

He graduated from Sussex Central High School in 1972. Kurt attended Bridgewater College and later obtained...

Sep 14, 2020

Milford – On September 14, 2020, Kevin Wayne Vance, 52, passed away at Bayhealth in Milford.

He was born on March 14, 1968, in Mansfield, OH to Wayne and Lois Vance.

Kevin joined the U.S. Air Force after graduating from Lucas High School.

He honorably served our country for 21 years, retiring as...

Aug 19, 2020

Felton – On August 19, 2020, John A. Malamon, 69, peacefully passed away with his family by his side at his residence.

He was born on January 14, 1951, in Philadelphia, PA to the late John and Catherine Malamon.

John graduated with a B.S. degree from the University of Maryland, and a graduate degree from...

Aug 16, 2020

On August 16, 2020, Susan Dugan peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

She was born on November 26, 1956 in Virginia Beach, VA, to the late Joseph and June Ryan.

Mrs. Dugan moved to Milford, DE and worked at the Milford Hospital as a Respiratory Therapist for 28 years.

She enjoyed...

Aug 7, 2020

Milford – On August 7, 2020, Jesse McCormick passed away at his residence.

He was born on July 19, 1994 in Lewes, DE to Jerry and Janice McCormick.

Jesse graduated from Milford High in 2012 and was currently taking classes at University of Pittsburgh.

After high school, Jesse honorably served our country in...

Aug 5, 2020

Audrey J Goodman

Of Dagsboro, DE, formerly of Ft. Pierce, FL, died Wednesday, August 5, 2020, in Beebe Medical Center in Lewes, DE.  She was 93.

Audrey was born on June 15, 1927 in Wilmington, DE, daughter of the late Albert B., Sr. and Laura (Boyles) Clark.

Audrey was a member...

Aug 4, 2020

Milford – On Tuesday August 4, 2020 Gloria Babel tragically died in the tropical storm “Isaias” at her residence.

Gloria was born and raised in Powers, a small town in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, the daughter of the late Hermann and Mildred Detjen. After high school she moved to Maryland to study Radiology, graduating from the...

Aug 1, 2020

Millsboro – On August 1, 2020, William A. Dudley, Sr., peacefully passed away at Cadia Renaissance Health Care. Bill was born on February 5, 1933, in Greenwood, DE to the late Fred and Mary Dudley.

He was a well-known beverage salesman for Delaware Importers and Delaware Beverage. Dudley was known for going above and beyond for his...