Obituaries

Charles Henry Mcwilliams

Charles Henry Mcwilliams

Jun 18, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Charles Henry McWilliams. He peacefully passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at his home in Snow Hill, Maryland surrounded by his family, at the age of 90. He was born on July 6, 1933, in East New Market, Maryland, a son of the late May Augusta McWilliams and...

Lois Ann Mitchell

Lois Ann Mitchell

Jun 17, 2024

Lois Ann Mitchell, born on April 7, 1932, in Powellville, MD, peacefully passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024, at Wicomico Nursing Home, at the age of 92. She was a daughter of the late Henry Preston Kelly and Gladys Collins Kelly. Lois will be remembered as a dedicated individual, having graduated from Wicomico High School in 1950 and later...

Bernice S. Yoder

Bernice S. Yoder

Jun 14, 2024

Bernice S. Yoder has passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. Throughout her life, Bernice shared her unwavering love of Jesus and was known for her culinary talents, particularly her famous sweet potato biscuits that delighted many. She was born on September 15, 1941, in Bethlehem, PA, a daughter of the late...

Gregory L. Webster

Gregory L. Webster

Jun 12, 2024

Gregory L. Webster, 75, passed away at his home in Chance, Maryland on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. He was born on January 5, 1949, in Salisbury, a son of the late Edith Curtis Webster and David Leon Webster. Greg spent his career as an engineer at Dresser Wayne Industries in Salisbury for 30 years. He is survived by his wife,...

Shirley Temple Warren

Shirley Temple Warren

Jun 11, 2024

Shirley Temple Warren, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2024, while being comforted by her daughters. She was 87. Born in Felton, Delaware on September 1, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Charles E. Donophan, Sr. and Mary M. VanSant Donophan. Shirley was known for her warm smile, sense of humor, generous heart, and unwavering dedication to her...

Nettie Thomas

Nettie Thomas

Jun 9, 2024

Nettie Thomas peacefully passed away at the age of 96 in her cherished home in Delmar, Delaware, on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Born in Pittsville, Maryland on April 15, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Nathaniel Bowden and Marie M. (Layfield) Bowden. Throughout her life, Nettie found joy in various pursuits, including her work at the Manhattan...

Roxanne Willing

Roxanne Willing

Jun 6, 2024

Roxanne Willing, 65, of Laurel, peacefully passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, on what would have been her 44th wedding anniversary. She was born on December 17, 1958, in Bangor, Maine, a daughter of Josephine Eleanor (Trundy) Rogers and the late Billy Rogers. Throughout the years, Roxanne worked in childcare at the Little Red...

Alan C. Smith

Alan C. Smith

Jun 5, 2024

Alan Carl Smith, 82, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at TidalHealth Peninisula Regional Hospital on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Born in Owings Mills, MD on December 4, 1941, Alan lived a full and vibrant life surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late James and Rachel May (Taylor) Smith. Alan graduated from Delmar...

Julia C. Dickerson

Julia C. Dickerson

Jun 3, 2024

Julia Corbin Dickerson, a beloved member of the Snow Hill community, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024, at the age of 92, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Salisbury, MD, on December 19, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Charles Hobson Corbin and Clara Lee Sturgis Corbin. Julia found joy in various aspects of life that...

Cheryl Yvonne Martin

Cheryl Yvonne Martin

Jun 2, 2024

Cheryl Yvonne Martin, 75, of Laurel, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, DE. She was born on July 28, 1948, in White Plains, NY, a daughter of the late Joyce Yvonne (Bartow) Trotter and Lafayette William Trotter. Cheryl was an army brat. She received her formal education in PA, CO, NY and even Germany....

Raymond D. Carey

Raymond D. Carey

May 25, 2024

Raymond D. Carey of Fruitland, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and patriot, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2024, at his home, with his beloved wife Judy by his side. He was born October 8, 1938, in Fruitland, the son of the late William G. and Minerva (Wilson) Carey. Ray graduated from Wicomico High School with the class of 1956...

Cecelia A. Poole

Cecelia A. Poole

May 22, 2024

Cecilia Augustine (Sparrow) Poole passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Delmar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center where she had resided the past few years. She was 86 years old. She was born June 13, 1937 in Baltimore, a daughter of the late John Sparrow and Augusta Wilkeson Sparrow. Cece grew up in Baltimore where she spent most of her...

Ernest Herman Pegelow

Ernest Herman Pegelow

May 20, 2024

Ernest Herman Pegelow, a devoted husband, father and grandfather passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024 at the age of 100 in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Born on May 15, 1924 in Williamsburg, Maryland, Ernest led a life full of adventures and service to his country. Graduating from Seaford High School in 1942, he wasted no time in joining the US Navy...

Craig E. Webster

Craig E. Webster

May 19, 2024

Craig Edward Webster, of Deal Island, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Salisbury Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was 66 years old. Craig was born in Salisbury on September 30, 1957, a son of the late Elwood Wesley Webster and Ruth (Collins) Brodey Webster. He graduated from Washington High School in Princess Anne and attended UMES for several years....

Elizabeth Marie Cockey

Elizabeth Marie Cockey

May 15, 2024

Elizabeth "Lizzi" Marie Cockey, a devoted special needs teacher whose kindness and compassion touched the lives of many, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at the age of 23. Born on August 6, 2000, in Salisbury, MD, Lizzi leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication to her students and community. Lizzi graduated from James M. Bennett High School...

Edward Thomas Downes

Edward Thomas Downes

May 10, 2024

Edward Thomas Downes, "Red Dog," a devoted husband, father, and respected member of his community, peacefully passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024, in his hometown of Laurel, with his loving family by his side. Eddie leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and love. He was born October 2, 1942, in Laurel, a son of the late Roscoe...

Doris W. Mcginley

Doris W. Mcginley

May 8, 2024

Doris W. McGinley of Delmar, formerly of Salisbury, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Deers Head Hospital Center, where she had resided and been cared for over the past several months. She was 85. Dolly, as she was known by many, was born May 4, 1939, in Harrington, a daughter of the late Elwood D. Wright and...

Janet Ruth Brunk

Janet Ruth Brunk

May 7, 2024

Delmar - Janet Ruth (Yoder) Brunk, age 70, of Delmar, MD passed away peacefully to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. She was born March 31, 1954 in Salisbury, MD to the late David Daniel and Edith (Longacre) Yoder. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wendall Jay Brunk, with whom she shared 46 years. She...

Brendin Brent Wessman

Brendin Brent Wessman

May 2, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brendin Brent Wessman (38) on May 2, 2024. Brendin was born on May 8, 1985, in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Brendin is a loving husband, father and son. Brendin is a child of nature; he loves her many manifestations in flora, fauna, and topography. He often wandered and lost track...

Joel James Rutter

Joel James Rutter

May 1, 2024

Joel James Rutter, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at the age of 87. Born in New York City on August 26, 1936, to Walter Bernard Rutter and Rita Joan (Murphy) Rutter, Joel grew up in the Bronx within a large Irish family. Known for his entrepreneurial spirit, Joel was a proprietor with...