Esther Lee Dennis, 85, of Seaford, formerly of Delmar, died Monday, October 27, 2008 at LifeCare at Lofland Park in Seaford. She was born October 21, 1923 in Delmar, a daughter of the late Howard J. and Bertie A. (Brittingham) Maddox. Esther Lee, as she was fondly known by her family and friends, was a long time member of Melson's United Methodist Church in Delmar. Many years ago she co-owned the Lee Jane Beauty Shop in Delmar and also worked as a substitute school bus driver in Delmar. She was a wonderful homemaker who loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed reading, doing word search puzzles and crafts. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah D. Baker of Seaford, with whom she lived for the past six years; 3 sisters-in-law, Ruth Willing, of Salisbury, Janet Dennis of Eden and Ann Dennis of Salisbury; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard J. Dennis; 5 sisters, Doris V. Hastings, Alma M. Hastings, Eugenia M. Moore, Myra Maddox, who died as an infant, and Norma Jane Nichols; and a son-in-law, Ronald D. Baker. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2008 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Short Funeral Home, 13 E. Grove Street, Delmar, and also on Friday from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service beginning at 2:00. The Reverend Sam McWilliams and The Reverend Dr. Everett C. Isaacs will officiate. Interment will follow at St. Stephen's Cemetery in Delmar. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Alzheimer's Association/Eastern Shore Chapter, 209C Milford Street, Salisbury, MD 21804. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com