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Hazel A Robinson

Hazel A Robinson

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...

Betty Ann Havelow

Betty Ann Havelow

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...

Ronald E. (Sr.)  Havelow

Ronald E. (Sr.) Havelow

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...

Brandon J Woodward

Brandon J Woodward

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...

Stephen M. Hamsher

Stephen M. Hamsher

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...

Margaret "Peggy" Govoni

Margaret "Peggy" Govoni

Oct 26, 2024

Margaret “Peggy” Govoni, 83, Felton, passed away on October 26, 2024 at home with her family. She was the daughter of the late Whiteley and Louise Reed.

Peggy was a homemaker who enjoyed riding along with her husband on over the road trips.  She had been to every state except for two, South Dakota and Hawaii.  Peggy...

Deborah "Debbie" Lee Zeroles

Deborah "Debbie" Lee Zeroles

Oct 23, 2024

Deborah L. Zeroles, age 71, of Harrington DE, passed away at home on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.  She was born in Easton, MD to Pauline and Merle Lister of Denton, MD.

Debbie graduated from Woodbridge High School in Bridgeville, DE.  She was married 52 years and survived by her husband, Joseph Zeroles of Harrington; daughter, Lisa Zeroles;...

Edna Marie Landon

Edna Marie Landon

Oct 20, 2024

Edna “Marie” Landon long time resident of Felton, Delaware passed away on October 20, 2024.  She was 72 years old.  She is survived by two brothers Terry & Frank Tallent, several nieces and nephews, close friends Chris Swiggett, Linda & John Henry, Kenneth Reed and many other friends.

A small gathering will be held Thursday November 7,...

Robert A. Rockwell

Robert A. Rockwell

Oct 15, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Allen Rockwell, 73, of Milford, Delaware, who passed away on October 15, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a beloved father, stepfather, husband, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle, and a cherished friend to many.

Bob was born to the late Warren and...

Diane E. Miller

Diane E. Miller

Oct 13, 2024

Diane E. Miller, Frederica, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, she was 77.  Mrs. Miller was born in Penns Grove, NJ to the lare Joseph and Jeanette Luthy.

Mrs. Miller was a homemaker.  She was an avid reader and loved crossword puzzles.  Her favorite thing to do was research her family...

William W. Shaw Jr.

William W. Shaw Jr.

Sep 30, 2024

William W. Shaw Jr., DOVER, formerly of Harrington, DE, passed away peacefully, on Monday, September 30, 2024 from the Dover Place Assisted Living facility, he was 87.

Mr. Shaw was born in Milford, DE to the late, William "Pete" Sr. and Bernice Shaw.

Mr. Shaw served his country proudly in the United States Navy from...

Diane St. John

Diane St. John

Sep 27, 2024

Diane R. St. John, Greenwood, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024 from Tidalhealth Nanticoke Hospital, she was 80 years old.  Diane was born in Sharon, Connecticut to the late, Howard and Agnes St. John.

Diane worked as a Cashier for Royal Farms.  In her spare time, she enjoyed crocheting and watching television.  Diane like to joke...

C. Wayne Coulbourn

C. Wayne Coulbourn

Sep 24, 2024

C. Wayne Coulbourn, 73, Harrington, passed away on Sept. 24, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Calvin and Lucy Coulbourn.

Wayne was a 1970 graduate of Lake Forest High School, where he played baseball, tennis, and ran track. He proudly served 6 years in the US Army National Guard, after...

Loredana Mumaw

Loredana Mumaw

Sep 23, 2024

Loredana Maria Mumaw age 73 passed away on the morning of September 23, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by her husband John Mumaw of Harrington, DE her children John-Paul Mumaw of Florida, Ember Moldakhanova of Lynchburg, Virginia, and Hyatt Mumaw of Harrington, DE. She has seven grandchildren whose lives she was a big part of: Kurin...

Karen Lynn Kasulke

Karen Lynn Kasulke

Sep 23, 2024

Karen Lynn Kasulke (nee Jenkins), HARRINGTON, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the Bayhealth-Sussex Campus, she was 54.  Karen was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on August 25th, 1970.

Karen was a homemaker.  She enjoyed various types of crafting, one of her favorites was beading.  She was notorious for collecting ink pens wherever she went and...

Mary A. Newnom

Mary A. Newnom

Sep 21, 2024

Mary A. Newnom, 89, Dover, passed away on September 21, 2024 at Bay Terrace Rehab and Healthcare Center. She was the daughter of the late I. Jake and Anna Passwaters.

Mrs. Newnom retired as a shipping clerk at Dover Air Force Base. She was an active member of Prospect United Methodist Church in Harrington and Modern Maturity...

John H. Lare

John H. Lare

Sep 15, 2024

John H. Lare, Seaford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024, from the Delaware Hospice Center - Milford, he was 81.  Mr. Lare was born in Federalsburg, MD to the late, John P. and Salley Lare.

Mr. Lare trained horses for over 50 years, and was a leading well known trainer for different racing tracks up...

P. Jerry Cagle

P. Jerry Cagle

Sep 7, 2024

P. Jerry Cagle, Harrington, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 7, 2024, he was 74.  Jerry was born in Chattanooga, TN, son of the late, Paul and Betty Cagle.

Jerry worked for Nanticoke Homes for many years as a purchaser.  He was also active in the National Guard which he was very proud of.

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Anne Marie Tate

Anne Marie Tate

Sep 1, 2024

Anne Marie Tate, 76, Lincoln, passed away on September 1, 2024 at home with her family. She was the daughter of the late William G. and Anne Rafter.

Ms. Tate always upbeat and tried to put a positive spin on any situation by using her sense of humor.  She loved Christmas, decorating the house from top to...

Wanita Hazel Stover

Wanita Hazel Stover

Aug 2, 2024

Wanita Hazel (Thomas) "Nita" Stover, age 95 years, passed away on August 2, 2024, from the Thomas Jefferson University Hospital of Philadelphia.  She resided at the Breakwater Village in Lewes, DE at the time.  Nita was born in Yolyn, Logan County, West Virginia, on January 12, 1929.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 48...

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