Pippin Funeral Home | Since 1975
COVID-19
In an effort to keep our staff and the many families we serve safe during this difficult and changing times, we will be implementing the following to safely serve everyone.
We unfortunately must follow all health guidelines and they change day to day and we will post on our website www.pippinfuneralhome.com as changes occur. We are asking that the arrangement conferences be limited to five people or less and no children or anyone with a cold or pre-existing conditions.
Funeral services at our funeral home must be listed as private.
50 person limit as per federal guidelines and the National Funeral Directors Association.
An attempt to live-stream will always be made but can’t be guaranteed. Thank you for understanding.
We are presently living in a difficult and changing environment, and we all must do our part.
Any questions, please give us a call at (302) 697-7002.
All Obituaries
Mary Mayan Dover, DE
Mary Elizabeth ( Reilly) Mayan, of Dover, passed away peacefully in her home, Sunday, June 28, 2020. She was 91.
Mary was born on July 6, 1928, in the Town of Danville, Montour County, Pennsylvania, to Edward Michael and Veronica Louise Reilly. She attended St. Leo Elementary School in Irvington, New Jersey, St. Mary Elementary School in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and St. Joseph School in Danville, Pennsylvania. She graduated from St. Cyril Academy in Danville,...
Mary Elizabeth ( Reilly) Mayan, of Dover, passed away peacefully in her home, Sunday, June 28, 2020. She was 91.
Mary was born on July 6, 1928, in the Town of Danville,...
Wilma Dowd Magnolia
Our beloved Wilma was born on March 12, 1943, in Gibson, North Carolina to the late Austin Blair and Mary Blair. Wilma was the seventh of eight siblings, four of her siblings preceded her in death, Cornelia Campbell, Austin Blair Jr., Bernie Blair, and Matthew Blair.
Wilma graduated from Carver High School in Laurel Hill, North Carolina. She moved to Brooklyn, N.Y, where she met and married her beloved husband, Herbert Dowd in 1967. From that union, they had two sons, Stevie and Swain...
Our beloved Wilma was born on March 12, 1943, in Gibson, North Carolina to the late Austin Blair and Mary Blair. Wilma was the seventh of eight siblings, four of her siblings preceded her in...
Jennifer "Jenny" Johnson Ellendale
Jennifer “Jenny” L. Johnson, age 64 of Ellendale passed away on June 26, 2020 in Milford, DE. Jenny was born September 7, 1955 in Seaford, DE; the daughter of William & Anna Johnson.
Jenny loved her dog Annie, watching T.V., car rides and spending time with family. She worked 15 years for American Housing.
She is preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Wendy Jalot of North Carolina; and a brother, David Johnson of...
Jennifer “Jenny” L. Johnson, age 64 of Ellendale passed away on June 26, 2020 in Milford, DE. Jenny was born September 7, 1955 in Seaford, DE; the daughter of William &...
Gladys Jackson Dover, DE
Gladys (Hill) Jackson, born Selena Hill was born on November 13, 1923 in Wilmington, NC, the daughter of John Hill and Mary Ellerby-Hill.
Orphaned at a young age and enduring a difficult childhood, Gladys spent several years living in Catholic orphanages eventually receiving her high school diploma from the Pennsylvania African American School for Girls. At a young age, Gladys made the decision to dedicate her life to the Lord and joined the Oblate Sisters of Providence in 1940. While...
Gladys (Hill) Jackson, born Selena Hill was born on November 13, 1923 in Wilmington, NC, the daughter of John Hill and Mary Ellerby-Hill.
Orphaned at a young age and enduring a difficult...
Patrick Kelly, Jr. Camden
Patrick Joseph Kelly, Jr. of Camden, DE.
Pat Kelly was born June 13, 1952 to Patrick & Margaret Kelly in Philadelphia, PA. Pat currently resided in Camden, DE with his wife of 43 years, Mary. Mr. Kelly passed away June 23, 2020.
Pat loved life and his wife. He was a huge Philadelphia Sports Fan. He served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. His career also took him to the Philadelphia Navy Yard and into sales in real estate and...
Patrick Joseph Kelly, Jr. of Camden, DE.
Pat Kelly was born June 13, 1952 to Patrick & Margaret Kelly in Philadelphia, PA. Pat currently resided in Camden, DE with his wife of 43...
Dorothy Grier Woodside
Dorothy M. Grier, a longtime resident of Woodside, died peacefully in her home on June 23, 2020, surrounded by family and friends. She was 91.
Mrs. Grier was born March 10, 1929, in Viola, the youngest child of Luther and Sallie Marker. She graduated from John Bassett Moore High School in Smyrna in 1947.
Mrs. Grier worked at the Delaware Home and Hospital in Smyrna before marrying and raising two...
Dorothy M. Grier, a longtime resident of Woodside, died peacefully in her home on June 23, 2020, surrounded by family and friends. She was 91.
Mrs. Grier...
Lorraine MacFaddin Camden-Wyoming
Lorraine Gay Haymond MacFaddin of Camden-Wyoming, DE passed away on June 22, 2020 at her home. Lorraine was born in Upshur, WV on July 11, 1933, the daughter of Wade and Laura Haymond.
Lorraine enjoyed car rides, travel and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. He life journey took her from West Virginia to New Jersey and then finally to Delaware where she retired after working for Kings Department Store, Dry Goods Department Store and Value...
Lorraine Gay Haymond MacFaddin of Camden-Wyoming, DE passed away on June 22, 2020 at her home. Lorraine was born in Upshur, WV on July 11, 1933, the daughter of Wade and Laura...
Debra Rickard Dover
Debra Jean (Fischer) Rickard died on June 19, 2020 at the age of 64. Born in Philadelphia, Debra was the daughter of Dorothy (Rubright) and William Fischer. She lived in Dover, DE with her beloved husband of 43 years, Thomas John Rickard, Sr.
Debra graduated with honors from Wesley College with a degree in Liberal Studies and then earned a Master’s degree in English at Washington College. She was a proud Air...
Debra Jean (Fischer) Rickard died on June 19, 2020 at the age of 64. Born in Philadelphia, Debra was the daughter of Dorothy (Rubright) and William Fischer. She...
Rose Wilmire Milford
MILFORD, DE—Rose Marie Wilmire (74), passed into eternal rest on March 24, 2020. Rose was born on January 22, 1946 in Queens, NY and grew up in Riverhead, Long Island.
Rose worked Civil Service for 36 years at the Dover Air Force Base with most of those years in Reserve Pay, retiring as Chief of Reserve Pay. Rose had a passion for life, family, and friends giving herself openly and lovingly to all. Rose enjoyed traveling, working in her garden,...
MILFORD, DE—Rose Marie Wilmire (74), passed into eternal rest on March 24, 2020. Rose was born on January 22, 1946 in Queens, NY and grew up in Riverhead, Long Island.
Rose...
Kenneth Garey Harrington, DE
Ken Garey , of Harrington, DE, passed away Monday June 15, 2020 in his home. He was 76. Ken was born February 16, 1944 to the parents of Percy and Erma Garey of Harrington, Delaware.
Ken grew up on the family farm at Masten’s Corner. He was a proud alumnus of Harrington High School. He started his young adult life in the Army National Guard and went on to a long and dedicated career with Kraft (General Foods). After over 4...
Ken Garey , of Harrington, DE, passed away Monday June 15, 2020 in his home. He was 76. Ken was born February 16, 1944 to the parents of Percy and Erma Garey of Harrington,...
Greyson Towery Dover
Greyson Thomas Towery was born and passed away June 15, 2020 in Kent General Hospital.
Though his life was far too brief, he was deeply loved by his mother, Katy L. Towery, siblings Jared and Brooke Towery; grandparents Linda Lewis Lopez, Daniel T. Towery II and wife Joanna; uncle Danny Towery, aunt Lana Towery and cousins Carissa and Alexis Towery, all of Dover.
Arrangements are private. Condolences may be sent to www.pippinfuneralhome.com
Greyson Thomas Towery was born and passed away June 15, 2020 in Kent General Hospital.
Though his life was far too brief, he was deeply loved by his mother, Katy L. Towery, siblings Jared...
Julia Harris Dover
Julia Risa Harris –
We, the members of the family bow in humble submission to the inevitable will of our Heavenly Father; who on Saturday, June 13, 2020 called Julia Risa “Pickle” Harris, home. “Pickle” took her last breath while in the comfort of her home in Dover, Delaware.
“Pickle” was born, February 13, 1955 to the late Amelia Dudley and Lee Mays in Dover Delaware.
She graduated from Dover High School, and moved to Florida, where she met...
Julia Risa Harris –
We, the members of the family bow in humble submission to the inevitable will of our Heavenly Father; who on Saturday, June 13, 2020 called Julia Risa...
Martin Russell Clayton
Martin Arthur “Mart” Russell, also lovingly known as “Cold Can,” went to his Heavenly home on June 13, 2020.
Mart was born on October 21, 1938 to Joseph and Marybelle Russell in Kenton, DE. He attended school at Kenton Elementary School in Kenton, DE.
He loved to watch baseball and old western movies on television and to spend time with his family. He began working at General Metalcraft for many years, and also at Hanover Foods in Clayton, DE until his retirement....
Martin Arthur “Mart” Russell, also lovingly known as “Cold Can,” went to his Heavenly home on June 13, 2020.
Mart was born on October 21, 1938 to Joseph and Marybelle...
Jay Jefferies Magnolia
Jay P. Jefferies passed away on June 10, 2020 in his home. He was 91.
He was born on May 12, 1929 in Lansford, Pennsylvania. He was a graduate of Lansford High School. Jay served his country proudly in the U.S. Air Force and then worked at the Dover Air Force Base for 40 years as a mechanic.
Jay was preceded in death by his brother Jack Jefferies and sister Ellen Humphries.
He is survived by his caregiver and friend of 15 years Shelly McCray of Magnolia,...
Jay P. Jefferies passed away on June 10, 2020 in his home. He was 91.
He was born on May 12, 1929 in Lansford, Pennsylvania. He was a graduate of Lansford High School. Jay...
Michelle Lynn Pritchett, 30, passed away suddenly on June 10, 2020.
Michelle enjoyed listening to music and shopping. She enjoyed spending time with her children and spending time with her nieces and her nephews; she never liked to be alone. She also loved the Filipino food her mother cooked for her. Michelle absolutely loved her mother and her father.
Michelle is survived by her...
Michelle Lynn Pritchett, 30, passed away suddenly on June 10, 2020.
Michelle enjoyed listening to music and shopping. She enjoyed spending time...
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