Donald Lee Eskridge, 84, of Mardela Springs passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023 at his home. He was born on November 20, 1938 in Riverton, Maryland, a son of the late Catherine White Eskridge and Edward Earl Eskridge. Donald worked for the Dupont Company in Seaford for over twenty years, retiring in 1992. Throughout the years, he enjoyed growing vegetables in his garden at home. He also liked to go to the casino and raced horses locally for years. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joyce Mumford Eskridge; a son, David Lee Eskridge; three grandchildren, Zackary, Jeremy and Hannah Eskridge; a brother, Richard Eskridge; niece, Cindy Melvin; and a nephew, Keith Eskridge. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Allan and Edward Eskridge. A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 12, 2023 at 2:00 pm at Mardela Cemetery in Mardela Springs, Maryland. Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Home in Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.