Obituaries

Ryan Scot Samans

Ryan Scot Samans

Jun 21, 2024

Ryan “Captain” Samans was born in Milford on July 21, 1987.

He attended schools in and around Sussex County. Ryan lived with his grandmother, the late Elizabeth House, whom he loved very much.

Ryan worked as an Independent Consultant in Information Technology.

He enjoyed computers, the outdoors, and playing musical instruments.

Ryan is survived by his fiancé Amy Ryall, his father David Samans, his...

Susan Clare Isaacs

Susan Clare Isaacs

Jun 14, 2024

Susan Clare Isaacs, Sue 79, of Summerfield, Florida and formerly of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware passed away peacefully the morning of Friday, June 14, 2024 at her home in Summerfield, Florida.

 Born in Milford, Delaware, she was the daughter of Lawrence P. Isaacs and Vivian Shute Lombardo of Lincoln, Delaware.

 She graduated from Milford High School in 1963. Nicknamed “Ozzie”, she was an...

Sallie Anise Rutter

Sallie Anise Rutter

Jun 9, 2024

On June 9, 2024, Sallie Anise Rutter, age 92, of Lincoln (formally of Claymont), peacefully passed away while being surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born on October 13, 1931 in Reading, PA to the late Edward and Sally Roe.

Mrs. Rutter was an avid reader. She spent many hours enjoying her books and also enjoyed reading children books to her...

Dominic P Vassalluzzo

Dominic P Vassalluzzo

May 28, 2024

Dominic P. Vassalluzzo was born in Philadelphia and raised with his large first-generation Italian immigrant family of seven in the “South Philly” community, and after graduating from South Philadelphia Catholic High School, he enlisted in the US Coast Guard in 1942. He was trained as a Senior Sonar Soundman and served across the globe in World War II for four...

Jim Bryan

Jim Bryan

Apr 27, 2024

Milford - On April 27, 2024, Jim Bryan peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 87.

Mr. Bryan was born on November 19, 1936 in Mount Holly, N.J. to the late Harold and Collette Bryan.

He graduated from Rancocas Valley High School in 1954. Immediately after graduating high school, Jim joined the Navy and honorably served our country until...

Barbara Ann Mullins

Barbara Ann Mullins

Apr 24, 2024

On April 24, 2024, Barbara Ann Mullins “Mom” peacefully passed away at her son’s residence in Milford, DE. She was 82.

Mrs. Mullins was born in Beaver Valley, PA on August 15, 1941 to the late Gerald and Pearl Hoagland.

She graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1959.

Barbara worked at various local places around Beaver, PA, but was most proud of...

Garey Lynn Morris

Garey Lynn Morris

Apr 15, 2024

Garey Lynn Morris, age 68 of Felton, DE passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. 

Garey was born in Dover, DE on March 13, 1956 to Priscilla Morris and her late husband Billy J. Morris, and grew up in Felton, DE. He graduated from Lake Forest High School in 1975. Garey enjoyed his career as...

George L. Frunzi

George L. Frunzi

Apr 11, 2024

George Frunzi of Milford, Delaware, died April 11, 2024, at the age of 79.  He is survived by his wife Sandy Frunzi, his daughter Brandy Markland and his grandchildren Ava Marshall, Braeden Marshall, and Dylan Weber who reside in Clayton, Delaware, his grandson Preston Marshall who resides in Finland, and his cousin Delores Konitsky who resides in Pennsylvania.  

George was...

Pastor Mark L. Graham

Pastor Mark L. Graham

Mar 30, 2024

Pastor Mark L. Graham, age 72, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was born on February 25, 1952 in Johnson City, NY, to Oris and Shirley (Briggs) Graham. 

 Pastor Graham served as a pastor for 49 years in central New York before moving to Milford, DE where he was a...

Marjorie A Churchill

Marjorie A Churchill

Mar 17, 2024

Marjorie A Churchill, best known as Bunny, passed away peacefully at home on March 17, 2024, and is now in her eternal home with her Lord. She will also be met in Heaven by her late husband of 32 years David (Dave) N. Churchill, Sr.

Bunny was born on April 6, 1947, in Wilmington, Delaware to the late Burton and June...

Betty R. Musgrove

Betty R. Musgrove

Mar 11, 2024

Betty R. Musgrove, age 90, of Seaford, DE passed away peacefully and went home to be with her Lord on Monday, March 11, 2024.  

Betty was born in Denton, MD on June 30, 1933, to the late William Thomas Martin Sr. and Eunice Comstock Martin. 

Mrs. Musgrove served in Christian ministry as a pastor’s wife for more than fifty years with...

Kevin R Fruehauf

Kevin R Fruehauf

Mar 5, 2024

On March 5, 2024, Kevin R. Fruehauf, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 85.

Mr. Fruehauf was born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 24, 1938, to the late Richard and Ethel Fruehauf.

He graduated from Central Catholic High School in Oakland, PA in 1956, and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Psychology          ...

Kathleen "Kathy" (Troxel) Barth

Kathleen "Kathy" (Troxel) Barth

Mar 4, 2024

Kathleen "Kathy" (Troxel) Barth, 82 of Quakertown PA, peacefully entered our Lord's arms on March 4, 2024 in the care of family.Kathy was born in Lansdale PA, December 7, 1941 to the late Stephanie (Satek) Troxel and Wilmer Jacob Troxel.  She graduated from Lansdale Catholic High School in Lansdale, PA.  Upon graduation, she worked for Bell Telephone as a switchboard...

Robert J. Voshell

Robert J. Voshell

Mar 1, 2024

On Friday, March 1, 2024, Robert J. “Bob” Voshell passed away peacefully after a long illness. We, who loved him, will miss him terribly. He was a loving husband, a wonderful dad and grandpop, and a trusted friend to many. His greatest joy came from being with his grandsons.

Bob was born on May 16, 1933 in Felton, DE to the...

Carol L Illich

Carol L Illich

Mar 1, 2024

Carol L. Illich, 77, of Felton, DE, passed away on March 1, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. 

Born in Chester, PA, she attended the Woman’s Medical College Hospital School of Nursing where she became a Registered Nurse and went on to specialize in Labor & Delivery. She was loved by her patients, many of whom would stop by over...

Frank J. Bilger

Frank J. Bilger

Feb 23, 2024

Milford - On February 23, 2024, Frank J. Bilger peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 78. 

Mr. Bilger was born on May 15, 1945, in South Amboy, N.J. to the late Frank and Mary Bilger, who emigrated from Germany.

He graduated from New Brunswick Vocational & Technical High School in 1963, where he specialized in carpentry and cabinet making. 

After...

Caroline F. Pini "Carole"

Caroline F. Pini "Carole"

Feb 10, 2024

On February 10, 2024, Caroline F. Pini “Carole”, went home to be with the Lord. She was 91.

Mrs. Pini was born on February 8, 1933 in Wilmington, DE to the late Joseph and Sarah Vella.

She worked for the State of Delaware for over 25 years, retiring as Chief Clerk for Magistrate Court 10.

Carole was a member of St. John the...

Shirley Mills Welch

Shirley Mills Welch

Feb 5, 2024

On February 5, 2024, Shirley Mills Welch, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. She was 98.

Shirley was born on June 27, 1925 in Milford, DE to the late Elwood and Minnie Mills.

She graduated from the Cedar Neck School House in 1943.

Mrs. Welch worked as a Secretary around Milford for many years.

She was a member of Avenue United Methodist...

Roberta "Bobbi" Lewis

Roberta "Bobbi" Lewis

Feb 3, 2024

Georgetown - On February 3, 2024, Roberta “Bobbi” Lewis, peacefully passed away at Delaware Hospice. She was 62. 

Bobbi was born on April 20, 1961 in Salisbury, MD to the late Raymond and Vera Swadley.

She grew up in Easton, MD and spent her summers in Ocean View, DE where she worked at her family’s restaurant, Tower Shores Restaurant, which is now...

Julia Sorokach

Julia Sorokach

Jan 11, 2024

 

On January 11th, 2024, Julia Sorokach, 87, of Felton, DE, passed away with her loving family by her side. During the early hours of the morning, she peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

Born on January 1st, 1937, to the late Paul and Catherine Hewchuck, Julia grew up alongside many brothers and sisters in Port Carbon, PA....

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