Obituaries

Bonnie J. Gordy

Bonnie J. Gordy

Oct 20, 2026

Bonnie Josephine Gordy of Laurel, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at TidalHealth Nanticoke Hospital in Seaford. She was born on September 2, 1956, in Salisbury, MD, Bonnie was known for her warm spirit and deep love for her family. 

Bonnie spent her early career working at Benedict the Florist in Salisbury,...

Sandra L Martin

Sandra L Martin

Oct 16, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra "Sandy" L. Martin, who departed this life on Friday. October 16, 2026, at the age of 77, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 3, 1949, in Waretown, New Jersey, Sandra was a daughter of the late Leslie and Doris (Couch) Gibbs.Sandy was a devoted wife to...

Pamela Harmon Harbaugh

Pamela Harmon Harbaugh

Oct 15, 2026

Pamela Harmon Harbaugh, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on March 2, 1945, in Salisbury, Maryland, Pamela lived her entire life in Ocean City, Maryland, where she developed a deep affection for the beach and the vibrant community that surrounded her.

Pamela was a proud graduate of Stephen...

Edna Marie Silvia

Edna Marie Silvia

Oct 15, 2026

After 98 remarkable years, Edna Marie Silvia of Sharptown, MD passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026.

Born October 31, 1927, in Salisbury, MD, Edna was the daughter of the late Harry G. Fletcher and Lottie Walker Fletcher. Except for an 11-year stay in Crisfield, MD, she spent her entire life in Sharptown where generations came to know and love her.

Edna...

Sue M. Knutson

Sue M. Knutson

Oct 14, 2026

Sue Knutson, 82, beloved mother and mother-in-law, was called to her eternal resting place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. She entered this world on July 20, 1944, in Zumbrota, MN, born to William Mitchell and Colleen Berg.

She is survived by her son Josh Knutson; daughter-in-law Stephanie Knutson(Tiu) of Delmar DE; daughter Heidi Knutson of O'Fallon MO; and brothers Dan and...

Stephen E. Sooy, Sr.

Stephen E. Sooy, Sr.

Oct 12, 2026

Stephen Eric Sooy Sr., born on March 10, 1967, in Baltimore, Maryland, passed away on October 12, 2026. He was a son of the late Richard Sooy and Barbara Ebaugh. He will be remembered as a devoted father, a respected supervisor at UPS, and a loyal friend to many. 

Steve spent his formative years in New England before returning to Baltimore...

Jay Robert Waddell

Jay Robert Waddell

Oct 11, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jay Robert Waddell. He was born on December 9, 1956, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and was a son of the late James "Whitey" Waddell and Dotty Morelock Waddell. He passed away on October 11, 2026, at the age of 69, surrounded by his loving family.

Jay spent his formative years in...

Carolyn Ann Tingle

Carolyn Ann Tingle

Oct 9, 2026

Carolyn Ann Tingle, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026, at her home in Delmar. Born on October 12, 1958, in Seaford, Delaware, she was the daughter of the late Irvin and Janice Johnson. Carol, as she was affectionately known, was a devoted homemaker who dedicated her life to her family.

Carol poured her...

Robert Ray McGinnis

Robert Ray McGinnis

Oct 8, 2026

Robert Ray McGinnis was born in Lewes, Delaware on November 30, 1946, to Dorothy Marie McGinnis. He passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Tidal Health Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware.

Robert owned and operated McGinnis Tree Service for many years until his retirement. Outside of work, Robert found great joy in hunting and fishing, spending countless hours in the great...

William Christopher Lane

William Christopher Lane

Oct 6, 2026

William Christopher Lane, 76, of Milford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at AccentCare Hospice in the Wilmington Hospital. He was born in Milford, Delaware April 9, 1950.

Throughout his life, Chris worked in many jobs. He was a surveyor, hot air balloon pilot, construction foreman, salvage diver, amateur treasure hunter, and jeweler-redefining the phrase "jack of all trades."...

Jeanette Marie Calloway

Jeanette Marie Calloway

Oct 5, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jeanette Marie Calloway, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this life on Monday, October 5, 2026, just shy of her 87th birthday. Born on November 5, 1939, in Mardela Springs, MD, she was a daughter of the late Humphrey Levin Wilson and Florence Kenney...

Delores O'Neal Springer

Delores O'Neal Springer

Oct 4, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Delores O'Neal Springer, who departed this life peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the age of 87. Delores was born on March 23, 1939, in Lewes, Delaware, and spent her later years in Milford, Delaware.

Delores was a proud graduate of Laurel High School and had a fulfilling career...

Mary Edith Carpenter

Mary Edith Carpenter

Oct 4, 2026

Mary Carpenter, 84, was born on March 20, 1942, in Cirencester, England, to the late Cecil and Edith Mullis. She passed away on October 4, 2026, in Salisbury, Maryland.

Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, and caregiver. She was known for her generous heart and her willingness to help others. Caring for the people around her was simply part of who...

Judy Ann Ennis

Judy Ann Ennis

Oct 4, 2026

Judy Ann Ennis, age 81, of Salisbury, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, October 4, 2026.Born in Nassawadox, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late James "Jimmy" Payne, Jr. and the late Anna V. (Poulson) Payne of Virginia. Judy spent her younger childhood years in Chincoteague, Virginia, before moving to Salisbury, where...

Sharon Marie Levadnuk

Sharon Marie Levadnuk

Oct 2, 2026

Sharon Marie Levadnuk, born on January 13, 1951, in Baltimore, MD, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the age of 75. She was a daughter of the late Walter and Jane Kramer.Sharon's professional journey began with Kraft Foods in Illinois, and when she and her husband moved to Delmar, she worked many years at Crown Trophy as...

Donna Marie Roenigk

Donna Marie Roenigk

Sep 30, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Donna Marie Roenigk, age 53, who left this world on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Born on April 24, 1973, in Valley Lee, Maryland, Donna was a daughter of the late Donald and Nancy Feldman Hayden and daughter in law of the Late Maureen Roenigk of Davidsonville, MD. She will...

Edith Marie Mergler

Edith Marie Mergler

Sep 28, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edith "Edie" Marie Mergler, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who left us on Monday, September 28, 2026. Born on February 2, 1964, in Erie, PA, Edith lived a beautiful life marked by kindness, creativity, and unwavering love for her family.

Edith was a proud graduate of Bennett High School,...

Sherry Ann Fisher

Sherry Ann Fisher

Sep 26, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sherry Ann Fisher, age 66, of Parsonsburg, MD, who left this world on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Born on February 7, 1960, in Easton, MD, Sherry was a daughter of the late Julius James Roe and Margaret Rosalie Kilmon Roe. A vibrant spirit whose love for life and commitment...

Louis Donald Donohoe, Jr.

Louis Donald Donohoe, Jr.

Sep 25, 2026

Louis "Lou" Donald Donohoe Jr., 76, of Mardela Springs, died peacefully of natural causes on Friday, September 25, 2026.

Born February 1, 1950, in Mardela Springs, Lou was the son of the late L. Donald Donohoe Sr. and the late Cecilia Ann (Lankford) Donohoe.

Lou's life was rooted in hard work and the community of Mardela Springs that he called home for...

Robert M. Simpson, Jr.

Robert M. Simpson, Jr.

Sep 24, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert M. Simpson, Jr. of Salisbury, MD, who departed this life on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on August 20, 1965, in Leesburg, Virginia, Robert was the beloved son of Marilynn Simpson Cushman and Robert M. Simpson, Sr.

Rob is survived by his significant other...