All Obituaries

     Joseph A. “Joe” Zellmer, of Seaford, DE passed away peacefully on May 24, 2023 at the age of 70.       Joe enjoyed sitting in his recliner listening to his CB radio, drinking a Coca-Cola and watching TV.  When Joe was working, he worked for years operating heavy equipment and driving a dump truck.       Joe is preceded in death by his mother Lothia Zellmer, his father Harry Zellmer, his brothers Wilton and Aubrey...

     Florandia Adams, 68, of Magnolia passed away on May 23, 2023.      She is survived by two daughters, Tina L. Ashley and her husband Rev. Donald Ashley of Hartly and Dorray T. Cale of Magnolia; one sister Doretha Cale of Magnolia; one brother Wilma Gibson of Ohio; five grandchildren; and four great grandchildren.      A funeral service will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Greater Life Christian Church, 240...

Our beloved Bertha E. Welch, "Bess" passed away in April 2023 at her home in Lewes, DE. She lived on this earth for 80 years. Bess was born in Delbarton, WV. She was the daughter of the late Henry P. Evans and Ocie Sheppard Evans. She often told wonderful stories of her adventures and experiences growing up in the countryside of West Virginia with her brothers and sisters. Also, her loving bond with her mother. Recently, Bess shared a story that 20+ years after her mom passed,...

     Charley Ann Baker, age 44, of Georgetown De passed away suddenly on May 19, 2023.  She was born on November 18, 1978 to Charles & Alice, but Charley was raised by her father Damon L Ball.      Charley was preceded in death by her biological father Charles Baker, her brother Millard Coffin Jr. and her father Damon L. Ball, plus her grandparents and several aunts and uncles.       Charley is...

     Peter L. Thompson entered Heaven on May 17, 2023. He was born in New York, NY on February 1, 1944 to Norwegian immigrant parents, Synneva (Jacobsen) and Lars Thompson. He was proud of his Norwegian heritage.  Pete was loved and will be missed.      Pete graduated from Dover High in 1962 and worked at WT Grants where he became a manager. He attended college at an accelerated phase and became a teacher. He taught marketing at McKean...

     Shirley Elizabeth (Alexander) Cole, 77, of Magnolia passed away on May 17, 2023 at home.      Mrs. Cole was a security manager for Wilmington Dry Goods in Dover which later became Value City, retiring after over 30 years of service.  At the same time, she was a school bus driver for Dawson Bus Service for about 35 years.  She then drove a bus for Chambers Bus Service in Canterbury.  She was a member of Milford...

     Melvin J. Miller, Jr of Dover, DE,  passed away May 17, 2023.  He was 52.  Melvin was born on April 28, 1971.      He worked as a carpenter until his accident on January 2, 1993 that left him paralyzed.      That never stopped him from enjoying hunting, fishing, crabbing, and gardening. He accepted being paralyzed with no complaints and he really enjoyed life. He loved spending time with his dogs and his family.   ...

We mournfully announce the passing of Maud ( Lois) Rosebrooks, 88, of Felton, DEe. Maud passed away peacefully on May 16, 2023, surrounded by her family. Maud was born to George Rosebrooks and Lois Rosebrooks (Fisher), on July 30, 1934 in Webster, Mass. Lois is predeceased by her parents and brother, Clay Rosebrooks. Lois is survived by her nephew Clay Jr.(Laura) Rosebrooks, Nieces Christine (Mike) Frampton, Amanda Rosebrooks and many great nephews and nieces. Lois moved to New York in...

     Coley Gray Harmon, affectionately known as “Pop Pop”, was born February 20, 1951. He was the son of Frances Harmon Hopkins & Coley Winstead. Coley married Elisa M. Davis who he met in Columbia South Carolina while both  worked for the South Carolina Department of Correction.       Coley separated from this life on Monday, May 15, 2023, to be with his Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. He attended elementary school...

     Lena Rose Roy, 83, of Felton passed away at the Delaware Hospice Center on May 15, 2023       Born in Rutland, VT, Mrs. Roy was the daughter of the late Gladys (Matt) Cox and Walter H. Cox.      Mrs. Roy was a homemaker.  She was a member of St. Bernadette’s Catholic Church in Harrington.  She enjoyed crochet, knitting, playing solitaire, and doing crossword puzzles.  She was...

     Jerry passed away May 14, 2023, following a tough fight with cancer.        After high school, he worked the summer on the railroad and in Dec 1968, joined the Air Force.  His first assignment was in Virginia as a Loadmaster on the C-130 where he stayed for a couple of years. He then served in Vietnam from Sep 71 to Dec 72 and in Jan 73 was assigned to Dover Air Force Base as a C-5 Loadmaster where he served the rest of...

Edwin "Richy" Draper, 57, of Seaford, DE passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at Seaford Genesis, surrounded by his family.  Richy was born January 11, 1966, son of Edwin and Patricia Draper.  "Drape" graduated from Seaford High School in 1985, where he wrestled, played baseball and was part of the State Champion Bluejay football team and was on the Blue Gold team in 1985.  Richy enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing softball. He always lived on the edge...

     It is with great sadness that the family of Timothy (Timmy) Draine, Jr. announce that Timmy has passed away at the age of 27, tragically in a car accident on Saturday, May 13, 2023 in Georgetown, Delaware where he has resided for the past two years. Before that he resided in Dover, Delaware for many years. Timmy is preceded in death by his maternal aunt Donna Krise who he loved dearly! Timmy is survived by his mother Faith Draine Blackson and fiancé...

Dwayne Rochon, age 62 of Felton, passed away May 13, 2023, at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, DE.  Mr. Rochon was born on July 29, 1960, in West Covina, CA, the son of Pearl Hunt. Dwayne was and expert mechanic and an avid hunter. He is preceded in death by his mother, Pearl and granddaughter Olivah. He is survived by his wife and best friend, Terri, his children, Shawn Rochon and Lynn Messick, his sister, Lynda Lee Patchett (Roy), grandchildren, Hanah, Aniyah, Natalie,...

Lillian Octavia Wright, daughter of the late Reverend Phillip and Hattie Hackett was born in Sudlersville, Queen Anne’s County Maryland on July 15, 1928. She departed this life on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at The Moorings at Lewes Senior Living Community. She was educated at Queen Anne’s County schools and graduated from Kennard High School, Centreville, MD. After graduation, she married her high school sweetheart, the late Thomas Franklin Wright. To this union,...