Obituaries

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...

James Edward Lewis Sr.

James Edward Lewis Sr.

Mar 19, 2024

James "Jim" Edward Lewis, Sr., of Salisbury, passed away at his home on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. He was 86 years old. Jim was born February 9, 1938 in Keyser, West Virginia, a son of the late Lloyd James Lewis and Margaret Edith Dawson Lewis. He graduated from Indian River High School. He attended Emmanuel Church for many years. Through...

Grace Mae Hurley

Grace Mae Hurley

Mar 17, 2024

On Sunday, March 17, 2024, Grace M. Scott Hurley entered through Heaven's gates with a host of family to meet her and Jesus welcoming her to her new eternal home. She was born in Boothwyn, Pennsylvania on September 2, 1932 to the late Alton T. Savage, Sr. and Rhoda M. Savage. She was a member of Friendship Church in Berlin...

Carol P. Landa

Carol P. Landa

Mar 16, 2024

Carol P. Landa, a kind spirit with a love for adventure and travel, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on February 24, 1953, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Audrey Pearl (Mann) Wolfe and George F. Wolfe. She spent many years residing in Boyers, Pennsylvania where she played...

Robert Lee Jones Sr.

Robert Lee Jones Sr.

Mar 13, 2024

Robert "Buck" Lee Jones, Sr., beloved father, grandfather, brother and firefighter, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at his home. He was 64 years old. Buck was born January 27, 1960 in Seaford, a son of the late Robert "Bob" Franklin Jones and Della Mae (Mitchell) Jones. He graduated from Delmar High School with the class of '79, where...

Ralph Benson Doyle Jr.

Ralph Benson Doyle Jr.

Mar 13, 2024

Ralph Benson Doyle, Jr., 59, of Salisbury, passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Hospital. He was born May 9, 1964 in Salisbury, a son of Anna Mae Rounds and step-father who raised him as his own, William T. Rounds of Delmar and the late Ralph Benson Doyle, Sr. Ralph graduated from Chincoteague High School with the...

Helen "Peggy" Church

Helen "Peggy" Church

Mar 11, 2024

When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Helen "Peggy" Church, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother was truly a treasure to her family. Peggy peacefully passed on Monday, March 11, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Maryland, at the age of 89. Born in Laurel, Delaware, on November 29, 1934,...

Christian Blair Reid

Christian Blair Reid

Mar 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Christian Blair Reid, a loving son, father, brother, and more. A talented musician who brought so much laughter and love to his family and friends. Christian, born on May 12, 1977, in Salisbury, Maryland, peacefully left this world on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Tidal Health Peninsula...

James Lewis Lagarde

James Lewis Lagarde

Mar 9, 2024

James Lewis LaGarde, 71, of Laurel passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Seaford Center in Seaford, Delaware. He was born on June 23, 1952 in Alexandria, Virginia, a son of the late Arthur Eugene LaGarde and Yvette Micheline LaGarde. Jim had a wonderful, outgoing personality. He was very loving and always ready to care for others. He loved...

Robert Gary Wootten

Robert Gary Wootten

Mar 8, 2024

Robert Gary Wootten, 76, of Delmar, devoted husband, brother, uncle, patriot, Yankees fan and friend to so many, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, March 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born July 2, 1947 in Salisbury, a son of the late James Thomas Wootten and Mary Rosa Lee (Truitt) Wootten. Gary grew up in...

William Coe Tuder

William Coe Tuder

Mar 8, 2024

William Coe Tuder, 92, of Delmar, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 8, 2024. He lived in Ellicott City prior moving into assisted living in Delmar. He was born March 15, 1931 in Catonsville, a son of the late William Joseph Tuder and Anne Tuder (nee Coe). Bill proudly served his country in the USAF from 1950 to 1954, where...

Randall "Randy" Keith Cathell

Randall "Randy" Keith Cathell

Mar 7, 2024

Randall "Randy" Keith Cathell of Laurel, DE, passed away peacefully in his home on March 7th, 2024. Born in Frederick County on October 24, 1956. Randy, a native of Powellville, MD, was a dedicated individual with a rich history. He attended Pittsville Elementary and High School, excelling in basketball and various extracurricular activities. Randy furthered his education in auto mechanics...

Nancy Ellen Elliott

Nancy Ellen Elliott

Mar 6, 2024

Nancy Ellen Elliott from Delmar, DE passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and Friends, at her home in Millsboro on March 6, 2024. Nancy was born on December 28, 1951. She was the daughter of the late Robert C Elliott Sr and Blanche K Elliott. Nancy worked for Kent Sussex Industries for many years, and then for Chimes Delaware...

Robert Franklin Davis

Robert Franklin Davis

Mar 2, 2024

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, Bob lost his battle with cancer. He was born May 3, 1954 to Robert McClellan Davis and Betty Jane Smith of Thurmont, Maryland. He was raised in Thurmont by his loving grandmother, Geneva Marie Davis. Bob leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Anna White Davis; two sons, Robert "Robby" Franklin Davis, Jr. and wife,...