Obituaries

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...

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;...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

Aug 1, 2024

Paul J. Kauffman Sr., Harrington, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 1, 2024, he was 78.  Paul was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late, Alton B. and Coralyn June Kauffman.

Paul served his country proudly in the United States Army and retired after 20 years of service.  He was involved with drug enforcement during...

Jul 27, 2024

Robert C. Tlasek, of Harrington, passed away on July 27, 2024 at home with his family, at the age of 84. He was the son of the late Edmund and Frances Tlasek.

Robert was a quiet man who after graduating from college started working for an accounting firm and later opened his own accounting firm, RCT Accounting....

Jul 23, 2024

George F. Manser Jr., Felton, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2004 at his home with his loving wife by his side, he was 86.  George was born in Newark, NJ to the late, Eileen and George Manser Sr.

George served his country proudly in the United States Air Force for four years.  He worked as an...

Jul 22, 2024

Doris Effie Larimore, Harrington, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 22, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family, she was 91.  She was born in Andrewville, DE to the late, Maurice and Lelia Wright.

Doris worked the family farm alongside her husband for many years.  She could be found doing the hard labor or even running...

Jul 21, 2024

Cheryl J. Moore, 77, Felton, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the Country Rest Home, of Greenwood due to complications of dementia.

Cheryl grew up in Woodbury, NJ, and graduated from the University of Delaware in 1968 with a degree in nursing. She had a 30-year career helping others in the state of Delaware as...