Obituaries

Jan 10, 2025

Maria Mercedes Evans, of Camden, passed away at the age of 86 on January 10, 2025, at Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital.  She was born in Gurabo, Puerto Rico to the late, Consuelo Maria Perez y Corujo and Agustin Garcia y Marquez.

Maria worked at Playtex Family Products, starting in 1973. After 27 years of service, she retired in...

Jan 8, 2025

Francis “Buster” Rust, Farmington, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at his home, he was 77. He was the son of the late, Wilson Rust and Barbara Rust Brumbley.

Buster retired from Kraft Foods where he worked in the millwright shop. He was an active member of the Harrington Moose Lodge, both Seaford and Milford Masonic...

Dec 31, 2024

William R. Parker (Bill) of Harrington, DE passed away on December 31, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was 80 years old.

Born in Dover, DE to the late William F. and Bernice Cain Parker, Bill entered this world as one of the most inquisitive and daring individuals some would ever meet.  From the toddler age...

Dec 12, 2024

Jill M. Anglin, 74 of Felton, passed away at home on December 12, 2024. She is the daughter of the late John and Virginia Anglin.

Jill was a 19-year veteran of the US Navy earning several medals and citations. After her military career, she volunteered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and tutored at Del...

Dec 1, 2024

Frank Fay Quillen, born October 7, 1931, in Harrington, DE to the late, Harry and Cora Quillen, passed from this life on Sunday, December 1, 2024.

Raised in Harrington where he lived the majority of his life, he joined the Army after attending Harrington School.  Upon his return, he worked for Bond Bread, continued his career as...

Nov 28, 2024

Dolores “Dee” Riter, 79, Felton, peacefully passed away on November 28, 2024 at home with her husband and caregiver by her side. She was the daughter of the late William and Alice Crossin.

Dee married Eldon on Oct. 2, 1987 and added his children, Kimberly Chambers (Bill), Mona Armstrong (John), Michael T. Riter, and the late Kerry...

Nov 24, 2024

Terry Lynn Albert, Felton, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, she was 62.  She was born in Dover, DE to the late, Franklin Tucker Sr. and Hilda Lane.

Terry worked for Bayhealth in material handling before she retired.  She had a strong work ethic, working hard every chance she could.  In...

Nov 23, 2024

Corey D. Cohee, 42, of Milford, passed away on November 23, 2024 at Bayhealth Sussex Campus. He was the son of Dale and Sandra Cohee.

Corey worked in the construction industry doing maintenance and operating heavy equipment.  He graduated from Milford High School in 2000. While in school, Corey played drums in the marching band and played...

Nov 22, 2024

Lisa A. Irwin, Dover, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 at her home, she was 59. She was the daughter of the late, Clarence “Bud” and Shirley Hurd.

Lisa enjoyed visiting and hanging out with her former co-workers at Shore Stop. She also enjoyed playing Facebook games on her kindle, and spoiling her cat “Buddy”.  She...

Nov 19, 2024

Charles R. Reed, Jr., Felton, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at his home, he was 68. He was the son of Mildred Reed and the late, Charles “Buddy” Reed, Sr.

Charles was a contractor, owner of Charles Reed & Son Builders. He built many houses over the years; a favorite was his home in Chincoteague...

Nov 17, 2024

Warren R. Welch, Harrington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at the Country Rest Home of Greenwood, he was 81.  Mr. Welch was born in Milford, DE to the late Margaret and Raymond Welch Sr.

Mr. Welch left school in the 8th grade to work on the family farm and remained there to reside all...

Nov 16, 2024

Faye N. Smith, of Harrington, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 16, 2024, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply. She was 68. Born in Milford, DE, to the late Roland and Marie Neeman, Faye's life was a testament to selfless love and generosity. After a long career in accounting for the city of Harrington and...

Nov 13, 2024

Phyllis A. Bonniwell, 77, Harrington, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at home with her family by her side. She was the daughter of the late James and Gladys Hobbs.

Before receiving her nursing degree, Mrs. Bonniwell was a bus driver. She was a very loving person who spent her life taking care of others as...

Nov 11, 2024

Violet M. Testerman of Harrington, DE, 88, passed away, on Monday, November 11, 2024.

Violet graduated from Rural Retreat High School, VA in 1953 and went on to study English and Physical Education at Roanoke College receiving her B.A. in 1957.   While in college, Violet earned 8 varsity letters and was named to the Blue Ridge Field...

Nov 10, 2024

Mary M Crawford, 82 of Harrington passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Sunday, November 10, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Pilar and Paul Munoz.

Mary was a woman of strong faith that always had a smile on her face. She loved to socialize with others and spend time...

Nov 7, 2024

Hazel A Robinson, 76 of Harrington, passed away at Bayhealth Sussex Campus on Thursday, November 7, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Eleanor Rafus-Guyette.

Hazel was a shy person that always put her family first and could never do enough for them. She led a quiet life of service to others and recognized the importance...

Nov 7, 2024

Betty Ann Havelow, Felton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 7, 2024, she was 87.  She was born in Harrington, DE, daughter of the late, James A. Havelow and A. Elizabeth Frampton Havelow.  She was a lifelong resident of Felton and graduated from Felton High School in 1955.

Ms. Havelow began her working career at the Delaware...

Nov 3, 2024

Ronald E. Havelow Sr., Lincoln, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 3, 2024, he was 63 years old.  Ronald was born in Milford to the late, Emily Ann and Robert V. Havelow.

Ronald was a long-time forklift operator for 84 Lumber of Milford.  He was also a small engine mechanic who enjoyed fixing lawn mowers...

Oct 28, 2024

Brandon J. Woodward, 36, Viola, passed away on October 28, 2024 at home. He was the son of Scott and Maria Woodward.

Brandon was a forklift driver for Daikin Comfort Technologies of North America for the past year, prior to that he worked for Edgewell. He graduated from Lake Forest High School in 2007. Brandon wrestled in...

Oct 27, 2024

Stephen M. Hamsher, of Harrisburg, PA and formerly of Harrington, DE, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at Christiana Hospital, he was 66.  Stephen was born in Allentown, PA to the late, Darcey D. and Ethel M. Hamsher.

Stephen worked in maintenance for the Delaware State Fairgrounds for over 14 years.  Prior to that, he...