Obituaries

Harold Gray Hastings

Harold Gray Hastings

Jan 26, 2025

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Harold Gray Hastings of Delmar, who left us on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the age of 71, surrounded by his family. Born on February 19, 1953, in Salisbury to his late parents, Phillip and Elsie Hastings, Harold was a beloved father, grandfather and loyal friend to many. Harold was a master...

Martha Elizabeth Cord

Martha Elizabeth Cord

Jan 25, 2025

Martha Elizabeth Cord, beloved mother, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully after a brief stay at Wilmington Hospital Accent Care on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on April 15, 1948, in Salisbury, Maryland, Martha spent her life dedicated to both her family and her career in healthcare. She was a daughter of the late Harold...

Kelly Ann Bruch

Kelly Ann Bruch

Jan 20, 2025

Kelly Ann Bruch, née Cordrey, born on August 27,1958, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 20, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of the late Joan Hart and Donald Cordrey Sr. Kelly is survived by her father, Donald, and her brothers: Donald Cordrey Jr. and his wife, Donna; Faron Cordrey and his wife, Kiki; Tim Pianka and his wife, Kris;...

Tiffiany Paige Bandiere

Tiffiany Paige Bandiere

Jan 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Tiffiany Paige Bandiere, who left us too soon on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at the age of 27. Born on November 20, 1997, in Salisbury, MD, Tiffiany brought so much joy and brightness into the lives of everyone she met. She was known for her fun, outgoing, and bubbly...

Donald Wade Catlin

Donald Wade Catlin

Jan 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Wade Catlin, lovingly known as Wade, who left us on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the age of 61. Wade was born on September 11, 1963, in Salisbury, MD, and raised in the close-knit community of Mardela Springs, where he lived his life. Wade graduated from Mardela High...

Penny Elaine Manning

Penny Elaine Manning

Jan 17, 2025

Penny Elaine Manning, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend passed away peacefully Friday morning January 17, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on May 27, 1963, in Salisbury, Maryland, she grew up in a nurturing environment filled with love and faith, attending Faith Baptist Church with her parents, where she cherished her role as a charter member...

Linda Jeanne Probert

Linda Jeanne Probert

Jan 15, 2025

Linda Jeanne Probert, departed this life peacefully at her home on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on March 22, 1949, in Youngstown, Ohio, Linda was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She resided in Salisbury, Maryland, where she had established a warm and loving home. She was a daughter of the...

Jeffery Lane Cason

Jeffery Lane Cason

Jan 14, 2025

Jeffrey Lane Cason, 65, passed away peacefully at his home in Delmar on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. A devoted husband, father, and friend, Jeffery's legacy will be carried on by his loving spouse, Lynda Cason, who was not only his partner in life but also his teammate in countless adventures. They began their journey together on December 7, 1999, and...

Stanley Nelson Justis Jr.

Stanley Nelson Justis Jr.

Jan 10, 2025

Stanley Nelson Justis Jr., of Delmar, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, January 10, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on April 1, 1944, in Chincoteague, VA, to his late parents, Stanley Nelson Justis, Sr. and Barbara Justis Craver. For 45 years, Stanley was a respected pipe fitter...

Brian E. Conley

Brian E. Conley

Jan 7, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian E. Conley, who left this world on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, in Salisbury, Maryland, at the age of 65. Born on February 17, 1959, in Massachusetts, Brian spent many years in Delmar, where he filled the lives of those around him with music, laughter, and love. Brian was...

Wayne E. Messick

Wayne E. Messick

Jan 7, 2025

Wayne E. Messick, 79 of Delmar, De passed away at home surrounded by his family on January 7, 2025. Wayne was the son of Jean Sturm and Lynn B. Messick of Hebron, Md. He is survived by his wife of 7 years, Joyce Lord Messick, son Lynn, daughter Teresa, stepdaughter Jennifer, stepson Michael Pinkine and sister Gail. Additionally, he had...

Christine R. Hatton

Christine R. Hatton

Jan 5, 2025

Christine Renee Hatton, 74, entered into the presence of the Lord on Sunday, January 5, 2025. She was born in Washington, DC on December 17, 1950. After graduating from Mardela High School Chris worked in real estate and insurance services. After retiring, she also enjoyed her part time work with her church family. Spending time at church and with her...

Sandra R. Massey

Sandra R. Massey

Dec 30, 2024

Sandra R. Massey, beloved wife and mother, Sandra (or "Sam"), joined the ranks of the angels on Monday, December 30, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Leroy Ruark Sr (1982) and Louise Wheeler Ruark (2003), and her brother, Joey, Joseph Leroy Ruark Jr (1985). Sandra was born in Cambridge, Md on November 21, 1946, where she...

Norman Scotton

Norman Scotton

Dec 30, 2024

Norman Scotton, born on January 13, 1958, in Salisbury, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30, 2024. He was a son of the late Kenneth Scotton Sr. and Norma Grace (Dill) Scotton. Although Norman faced many challenges throughout his life, including health struggles, he remained a steadfast symbol of resilience and determination. A cherished son, father, grandfather, brother, and...

Margie Yanagi Allen

Margie Yanagi Allen

Dec 26, 2024

Kazuko "Margie" Yanagi Allen was born on August 17, 1928 to Natsuko and Fujitsu Yanagi. Her first name (和子)means "child of peace." Her surname means "Willow Tree." The place of her birth was Kushi Kimura, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. She married an American GI, Jesse Allen, a staff sergeant in the 367th Chemical Depot Company. His best friend and her best...

Deborah S. Hughes

Deborah S. Hughes

Dec 23, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Deborah S. Hughes, affectionately known to her friends and family as Debbie, who departed this life peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on February 27, 1950, in Cambridge, Maryland, Debbie lived a vibrant life, where she was known for her infectious laughter and her ability to...

Faye Delores Widgeon

Faye Delores Widgeon

Dec 23, 2024

Faye Delores Widgeon, born on March 30, 1949, in Milford, Delaware, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 23, 2024. She was a daughter of the late Preston and Martha Marie (Lare) Kenton. She lived a life filled with love. Faye cherished her role as a homemaker, where she poured her love into her family and her many...

Roger Grey Reinhardt

Roger Grey Reinhardt

Dec 20, 2024

Roger Grey Reinhardt of Delmar, Maryland passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Tidal Health Peninsula Regional Hospital in Salisbury, at the age of 61. Born on July 19, 1963, in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Gail S. Reinhardt and Marvin G. Reinhardt, Sr. Roger was a man of many passions, especially for Elvis Presley....

Edward William Tattersall Sr.

Edward William Tattersall Sr.

Dec 19, 2024

Edward William Tattersall Sr., of Salisbury, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on November 20, 1942, in Baltimore, MD, Ed lived a life filled with service, dedication, and a love for his family and country. Ed proudly served his nation in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he was...

Veda Ann Boyer

Veda Ann Boyer

Dec 19, 2024

Veda Ann Boyer, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, and friend to all, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Thursday December 19, 2024. Veda was the daughter of the late Thelma Margurite Andrews and Alfred Edward Andrews. At the age of eight years her father passed away and a few years later her...