Obituaries

Carol Marie Cugler

Carol Marie Cugler

Apr 29, 2024

Carol Marie Miller Cugler, 81, of Salisbury, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024, at Tidal Health Peninsula Regional in Salisbury. She was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, and she was the daughter of the late W.J. Rudolph Miller and Frances Caroline (Clara) Blank Miller. Her family moved to Maryland when she was nine months of age. Raised in Salisbury,...

David R. Steelman Sr.

David R. Steelman Sr.

Apr 27, 2024

David R. Steelman Sr., a man of many talents and a wonderful father and grandfather, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the age of 63. David was born on November 24, 1960, in Milford, Delaware, a son of the late James E. Steelman, Sr. and Clarabelle Joanne (Paugh) Thompson. David proudly served in the U.S. Army as a...

Jacqueline K. Ross

Jacqueline K. Ross

Apr 21, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jacqueline "Jackie" K. Ross, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and friend. Born on April 11, 1955, in Crisfield, MD, Jackie was known for her passion for working with children, especially as a dedicated Special Education Teacher employed by the Wicomico County Board of Education. Jackie cherished her family and is survived by...

Betty Jean Smart

Betty Jean Smart

Apr 20, 2024

Betty Jean Smart "Jeanie" of Mardela Springs, MD, surrounded by her loving family, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the age of 69. Jeanie was born January 18, 1955 in Salisbury, MD and a daughter of the late William Gillis and Helen Marie (Pusey) Knowles. She graduated from Mardela High School...

Charles A. Snyder Jr.

Charles A. Snyder Jr.

Apr 20, 2024

Charles Anthony Snyder Jr., of Delmar, Delaware, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2024, at the age of 74. He was born on May 20, 1949, in Baltimore City, MD, to his parents Charles A. Snyder, Sr and Maria (Paradisi) Snyder. Charles, known to friends and family as 'Charlie,' worked as a longshoreman at the Port of Baltimore for many...

Roxie Katherine Parsons

Roxie Katherine Parsons

Apr 18, 2024

Roxie Katherine Parsons, a compassionate caregiver and beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the age of 91 at her home, surrounded by her devoted family. Born on April 3, 1933, in Ocean View, DE, Roxie dedicated her life to caring for others, spreading joy through her crochet creations and culinary delights. Her talent...

Dana Lynn West

Dana Lynn West

Apr 15, 2024

Dana Lynn West, 56, of Georgetown, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024, at home after a short battle with cancer. Dana was born Nov. 29, 1967, at Beebe Hospital. She worked at Georgetown Walmart for 27-plus-years before working at Georgetown and Laurel Exxon. Dana held a second-degree black belt in taekwondo. She enjoyed local dirt track racing and NASCAR, especially...

Dorothy I. Shifflett

Dorothy I. Shifflett

Apr 13, 2024

Dorothy "Dolly" Irene Shifflett, 77, of Delmar, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, April 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Dolly was born March 24, 1947 in Brooklyn, Maryland, a daughter of the late Herman Kennerly and Dorothy Kolehofer Kennerly. Throughout her life, Dolly found solace and strength in her faith, and her unwavering belief in God...

Elliana Elizabeth Dixon

Elliana Elizabeth Dixon

Apr 13, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of little Elliana Elizabeth Dixon, born on January 26, 2024, in Salisbury, MD, to her parents Lindsay Bounds and Eric Dixon of Delmar. Elliana's time with us was short-lived, as she departed on April 13, 2024, leaving her loved ones in sorrow. Elliana's love for her brothers, her teddy bears,...

Edward Layton

Edward Layton

Apr 12, 2024

Edward Layton, 87, of Laurel, passed away at home on April 12, 2024. He was born in Laurel on January 11, 1937, the son of Larry and Catherine. He graduated from Laurel High School in 1955. He worked with his wife for over 38 years at their Laurel car business. Edward was a proud member of the American Legion Post...

Mary Bentz Stratton

Mary Bentz Stratton

Apr 12, 2024

Mary Bentz Stratton, 77, of Salisbury, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2024, after a brief stay at Salisbury Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. Mary was born July 16, 1946 in Trenton, New Jersey, a daughter of the late Francis and Mary Cooley Bentz. In her younger years, Mary had a wonderful career as a social worker in Philadelphia, then...

Richard E. Hearn Sr.

Richard E. Hearn Sr.

Apr 8, 2024

Richard E. Hearn, Sr., 89, of Delmar passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. He was born on August 16, 1934 in Newark, Maryland, a son of the late Horace Lee Hearn and Anna May (Miller) Hearn. Richard owned and operated Hearn's Services and worked as a master electrician for over 25 years....

Carolyn "Susie" Holder

Carolyn "Susie" Holder

Apr 5, 2024

Carolyn Diane "Susie" Holder, a cherished mother and grandmother, whose warm smile and kind heart touched the lives of all who knew her, passed away at the age of 65 on Friday, April 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Linard Skylar Bowers and Fannie Mae (Kemp) Bowers on November 24, 1958, in Elizabethton, TN. She...

A. Keith Jones

A. Keith Jones

Apr 4, 2024

Arland "Keith" Jones, 80, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at his home in Delmar, DE. He was born in Seaford, DE, the son of the late Victor and Dora Jones of Blades, DE. Keith was a 1962 graduate of Seaford High School. After 36 years of service with the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co., he retired in...

Ann Elizabeth (Tarpley) Rose

Ann Elizabeth (Tarpley) Rose

Mar 31, 2024

Ann Elizabeth (Tarpley) Rose, a beloved mother, sister, aunt and grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the age of 88. Ann, born in Brooklyn, New York, to proud parents George Burnell Tarpley and Mary Eileen (Murray Wilson) Tarpley, was the youngest of six children. During World War II, she spent her early...

Beverly Mae Shockley

Beverly Mae Shockley

Mar 30, 2024

Beverly Mae Shockley, 78, of Laurel, DE, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, March 30, 2024, with her beloved children by her side. She was born November 19, 1945 in Salisbury, a daughter of the late Russell S. Oliphant and Mae Dickerson Oliphant. Beverly graduated from Delmar High School with the class of 1965 alongside her sister Lorraine....

William Charles Friesen

William Charles Friesen

Mar 30, 2024

William Charles "Charley" Friesen, Jr., of Berlin, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at the age of 89, after a brief stay at Delmar Manor Assisted Living in Delmar. Charley was born September 22, 1934 in Baltimore, son of the late William C. Friesen, Sr. and Genevieve Shirley (Reese) Friesen. Charles was raised in Arbutus, Maryland and graduated...

Teresa Aileen Hearne

Teresa Aileen Hearne

Mar 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Teresa Aileen Hearne, a beloved mother and grandmother. Teresa was born on April 23, 1955, in Salisbury, Maryland, and passed away on March 28, 2024, at her home in Laurel. Teresa found joy in spending time with her family and hunting for treasures at thrift stores. She also worked...

Donald A. Robinson Ii

Donald A. Robinson Ii

Mar 27, 2024

We are sad to share that Donald "Don" A. Robinson, II, a kind-hearted, friendly man, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at his home in Delmar, MD. He was born on January 11, 1947, a son of the late Donald A. Robinson, Sr. and Bernice Wines. He spent his life dedicated to his work as a security guard...

Donald F. Godfrey

Donald F. Godfrey

Mar 21, 2024

Donald Godfrey, passed away at age 87 on March 21, 2024, at Delmar Assisted Living. He was born August 5, 1936 in Snow Hill, Maryland, a son of the late William "Lawrence" Godfrey and Catherine "Kate" Beauchamp Godfrey. Don proudly served his country in the US Air Force and retired as Master Sergeant. His career culminated 20 years of service...