Obituaries
Delois C. Stevens
Jun 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Delois C. Stevens, who passed away peacefully at her home in Delmar, Delaware on Monday, June 2, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on October 10, 1936, in Washington, DC, Delois spent her life surrounded by family and friends who cherished her vibrant spirit. Delois dedicated many years...
Sherrie Kay Daly
Jun 1, 2025
Sherrie Kay Daly, 64, of Parsonsburg, departed from this world on Sunday, June 1, 2025, after a brief stay at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury. She was born April 5, 1961, in Manhattan, Kansas, a daughter of the late Hazel Halligan Harvey. Sherrie's career path led her to the Parsons One-Stop, where her genuine connection with customers made...
Peter Nash Hoyt
May 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Peter Nash Hoyt, age 32, of Salisbury, MD, on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Born on January 12, 1993, in Winfield, IL, the husband of Tara Hoyt and father of two beautiful children, Luna and Milo Hoyt. Peter was the son of Norm and Alison Hoyt and brother to...
Ardys Marie Lewis
May 29, 2025
Salisbury--Late in the evening of Thursday, May 29, 2025, Ardys Marie Lewis, age 94, left us to be with the Lord. She was born in Mississippi to Col. Calloway O. White and Juanita Johnson White. She is survived by her two sons, David Davis, (Angie) of Salisbury, MD. and James Davis of Dunedin, Florida; three grandchildren, Autumn Marie Ball, (Andrew),...
Joyce M. Eskridge
May 26, 2025
Joyce M. Eskridge, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away at her home on Monday, May 26, 2025, at the age of 80. Joyce was born on September 27, 1944, in Milford, Delaware, but spent much of her life in Mardela Springs, Maryland, where she made countless cherished memories. In her early years, Joyce was a hardworking machinist at...
Patrick Dennis Manchin
May 25, 2025
Delmar- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved brother Patrick Dennis Manchin, who left us on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 37. His loss leaves a deep void in the hearts of all who knew him. Patrick was born on December 22, 1987, in Salisbury, Maryland, and raised in Delmar,...
Gerald Eugene Ellis
May 25, 2025
Gerald Eugene Ellis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on November 26, 1946, in Salisbury, Maryland, Gerry lived a life filled with passion, dedication, and love. He was the son of the late Paul Kinzer Ellis Jr. and Betty White Ellis, of Delmar. After graduating...
Hugh Leonard Dishman
May 20, 2025
Hugh Leonard Dishman Born July 13, 1937 in Banner, VA Raised to glory May 20, 2025 in Salisbury, MD Born into the extreme poverty of Appalachia coal country to a young mother and father who passed after a coal mine collapse when Hugh was three months old. A redeemed sinner saved by God's grace Hugh entered into his final reward...
Barbara A. Rohloff
May 10, 2025
It is with both sorrow and celebration that we announce the passing of Barbara A. Rohloff, who left this world peacefully at her home in Snow Hill on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on July 9, 1935, in Leesburg, Virginia, Barbara lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a profound appreciation for the little...
Paul F. Adkins
May 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Franklin Adkins, a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who left this world on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at his home in Laurel, at the age of 86. Born on October 4, 1938, in New Castle, Delaware, Paul spent much of his life in Laurel, Delaware, where he made...
Pastor Edward Wayne Holland
May 6, 2025
Pastor Edward Wayne Holland, beloved husband, father, grandfather, minister, and dedicated member of the Mardela Springs community, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on July 13, 1940, in Berlin, MD, Wayne grew up on a farm, where he cultivated his strong work ethic and deep appreciation for nature. He...
Norris L. Melvin Sr.
Apr 30, 2025
Grieve Not, nor speak of me with tears, but laugh and talk of me as if I were beside you... I loved you so-- 'twas Heaven here with you. -Isla Paschal Richardson It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Norris L. Melvin Sr., a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, who left us on...
Richard Harry Hall
Apr 27, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Richard Harry Hall, who passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the age of 87. Richard was born on May 3, 1937, in Sellersville, PA, and spent much of his life in the Seaford and Blades area, making many cherished memories along the way. Known as a friendly face around town,...
Joyce Lea Figgs
Apr 26, 2025
Joyce Lea Figgs, a lifelong Delmar resident, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Joyce was 84 years old. Known affectionately as "Mama Joyce," she touched the lives of many with her warmth, generosity, and unwavering dedication to her community. She was born in Delmar, a daughter of the late Dennard C. and Anna...
John Albert Ennis
Apr 26, 2025
John Albert Ennis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the age of 83, after a brief stay at Aurora Senior Living of Manokin in Princess Anne. He was born on September 1, 1941, in Delmar, Maryland, a son of the late Rev. Elwyn Ennis and Anna Madeline (Downes) Ennis. He spent...
William Lee "Billy" Pusey Jr.
Apr 23, 2025
Delmar- William Lee "Billy" Pusey Jr., a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 10, 1954, in Salisbury, MD he was the son of the late Patricia Ann (Taylor) Pusey and William Lee "Cab" Pusey, Sr. Billy proudly served in the Marines from 1971 to...
Kiersten Patricia Swensen
Apr 19, 2025
Kiersten Patricia Swensen, age 61, of Salisbury, Maryland, passed away on April 19, 2025. She was born in Sea Bright, New Jersey, and was the fifth of six children born to the late Margaret Lovgren and Hans Swensen. Kiersten sustained a traumatic brain injury in 2014 due to a car accident, after which she resided in a long-term care facility....
Constance Lee Matthews
Apr 17, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Constance Lee Matthews of Seaford, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and devoted community member, who left this world peacefully on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the age of 75. She was born on October 9, 1949, in Queens, NY, and grew up in Elsmere, DE where her family-owned Griffith's Funeral Home. Life then...
Dortha Kinnikin Shupe
Apr 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dortha Kinnikin Shupe, age 79, who passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at her home in Delmar surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 23, 1946, in Sharptown on her family's farm, Dortha was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Dortha dedicated...
Wyebert Francis Knauer Jr.
Apr 12, 2025
Wyebert Francis Knauer Jr., "JR", 72 of Delmar, Delaware passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025. He was born February 13, 1953 in Wilmington, Delaware. JR was the son of late Wyebert Francis Knauer, Sr. and Christine Davidson Knauer. JR was a proud U.S. veteran who served during the Vietnam Era. JR found true joy in the simple pleasures of life....
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