Obituaries
Lois Ann Burton
Mar 28, 2026
Lois Ann Burton, age 70, of Hebron, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 4, 1955, in Nassawadox, Virginia, the beloved daughter of Samuel Mears and Ethel Voyles Schuster.
Lois dedicated much of her professional life as an engineer assembler at K&L Microwave, where she was...
Gerald V. Wootten
Mar 28, 2026
Gerald "Jerry" Wootten, 77, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, March 28, 2026.He was born at home in Millsboro, Delaware, on April 24, 1948, the son of Ralph and Sarah Wootten.
Jerry worked as an equipment operator for many years at companies including Kenney Construction, George & Lynch, and Delaware Solid Waste, where he later retired....
Shannon Allen Bower
Mar 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shannon Allen Bower, who left us at the age of 52 on Friday, March 27, 2026. Born on August 24, 1973, in Salisbury, MD, Shannon lived a life dedicated to service and community as a tow truck operator and partner at Bowers Towing, a business he cherished deeply. Shannon...
Robert H. Shiflet, II
Mar 25, 2026
Robert H. Shiflet II, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in Delmar, Delaware. He was born on April 9, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, and dedicated a significant portion of his life to serving his community as a police officer.
Bob's career with the Anne Arundel County Police Department spanned from 1966 until...
Richard Allen Eskridge
Mar 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Allen Eskridge, a beloved member of the Mardela Springs community, who passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, just a day after his 83rd birthday. Born on March 23, 1943, in Riverton, MD, Richard was a true local, spending his life in the town he loved.
Richard proudly served...
Dorothy Jane Bostic
Mar 24, 2026
Dorothy Jane Bostic, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Delmar on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on August 7, 1935, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Dorothy was the daughter of Homer Roy Sleek and Amy Adela Sleek.
She was a loving mother to her daughter, Cindy Horton (Robert), and her son, Brian...
Donald Edward Smart
Mar 22, 2026
Donald Edward Smart, 82, went to his eternal home on Sunday, March 22, 2026 where he had been a resident of Bay Harbor Nursing Facility in Salisbury for several weeks. He was born in Delaware on June 27, 1943, a son of Roland and Mary Smart.
Donald worked various jobs including carpentry, masonry and working on the family farm. He enjoyed...
Julia Margaret Crawford
Mar 22, 2026
March 22, 2026, Julia Margaret Crawford, age 89, joined her heavenly Father. She is survived by her beloved sister, Elizabeth Joan Crawford, with whom she shared a home in western Wicomico County. Born September 23, 1936 in Washington, D.C., Julia was the daughter of Frances Mary and Richard H. Crawford.
She lived in several different locations before settling on the Eastern...
Heather Anne Mueller
Mar 18, 2026
Salisbury, MD - Heather Anne Mueller, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the age of 49. Born on October 5, 1976, in Salisbury, Maryland, she was a daughter of Deborah Anne Hyle and George Howard LaBounty and a stepdaughter to Donna LaBounty.
Heather was a lifelong resident of the area and a...
Edwin "Butch" F. Larmore, Sr.
Mar 18, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Edwin F. Larmore Sr., age 81, who departed this life on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Born on July 14, 1944, in Cambridge, MD, he was a son of the late Edwin Graham Larmore and Louise Cuebler Larmore. Affectionately known to friends and family as Butch, lived a life rich...
Steven Edward Prato
Mar 17, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Edward Prato, who left us on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the age of 41. Born on October 4, 1984, in Salisbury, MD, Steven was a son of Kelley Lynn Callis and the late Anthony John Prato. He was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend to many....
Alice R. Steininger
Mar 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alice R. Steininger, who passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at her home in Salisbury. Born on July 21, 1941, in Millsboro, DE, Alice was a bright light in the lives of everyone who knew her.
For over 20 years, Alice ran a daycare out of her home, nurturing...
Thomas E. Dickey, III
Mar 13, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas E. Dickey, III, SFC, USA(RET), best known to everyone as Bad Daddy. He left us peacefully at his home in Laurel, Delaware, on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on April 8, 1953, in New London, Connecticut, Tom lived a life defined by grit,...
Kathleen M. Hipps
Mar 3, 2026
Kathleen Margaret Hipps, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and cherished friend, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on December 22, 1948, she was a daughter of the late William Cyrus DiGiacomo and Gloria Sorbino DiGiacomo. Kathi resided in Ocean View, Delaware, where she created lasting memories with her...
Sharon Louise Herrmann
Feb 22, 2026
Sharon Louise Herrmann, age 78, of Hebron, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026 while residing at Delmar Assisted Living. Born on June 29, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was a daughter of the late Hubert James Williams and Margaret Schuman Williams.
Sharon always had a place in her heart for teaching and caring for little ones and she...
Burton William Whaley
Feb 21, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Burton William Whaley of Delmar, who passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on January 19, 1939, in Laurel, Delaware, Burton lived a life filled with love, dedication, and hard work. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, leaving behind...
Elfriede M. "Vita" Bowden
Feb 11, 2026
DELMAR — Elfriede M. “Vita” Bowden, 97, of Delmar died Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at her home in Delmar, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born March 26, 1928, in Dambrau, Germany, daughter of the late Karl and Marie Uka.
During World War II, she met the love of her life, John Bowden, beginning a lifelong partnership rooted in devotion and...
Anna Mae Rounds
Feb 11, 2026
Anna Mae Rounds, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the age of 82, in Delmar, Delaware. She was born on September 15, 1943, in Salisbury, Maryland, to the late Ralph O. and Mildred Wilson Owens. Anna Mae lived a special life filled with love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her...
Mary Esther Moore
Feb 9, 2026
Mary Esther Hastings Moore peacefully passed away on February 9, 2026. She had stated that she wanted to live to age 100, and she achieved that goal. Mary was born in Delmar, Maryland, to Lillian and John S. Hastings. She resided in Bridgeville, Delaware and then in Bethel, Delaware before moving to Pennsylvania.
Mary worked as a poultry grower and later...
Bertha F. Parsons
Feb 6, 2026
Bertha F. Parsons of Willards, Maryland, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home on Friday, February 6, 2026, at the age of 94. She was born on September 22, 1931, in Mardela Springs, Maryland to the late Clarence and Nellie Short.
Bertha dedicated her life to caring for others, serving as a certified medical assistant...
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