All Obituaries

    Douglas Arthur Oatley, of Felton, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, May 17, 2018, in the Delaware Hospice Center, Milford. He was 56.      Doug was born November 25, 1961, in Portsmouth, Virginia, and had worked briefly for Kent Sussex Industries in Milford. In his free time he enjoyed going bowling and listening to music, especially Elvis.    He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary (McKenzie) Oatley, and...

     Gerald W. Grow, Sr., 66, of Dover passed away on May 18, 2018.      Mr. Grow enjoyed hanging out at the North Dover Wawa.  He also was able to work on anything mechanical.      Mr. Grow is survived by his wife of 36 years, Kryspen D. (Keister) Grow; six children: John J. Rucinski of Woodside, Jeanne L. Grow of Tripoli, PA, Gerald W. Grow, Jr. and his wife Brenda of Wyoming, Shawn Preisen...

Gunyah DeLeon, age 75, of Dover DE passed away peacefully in Philadelphia PA on Tuesday May 15, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.   A memorial tribute with friends and family will be held at 3pm on Tuesday May 22, 2018 in the community room at Milford Crossing 601 Ashley Way, Milford DE 19963.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gunyah's name to Wat DE Buddharam USA 12605 South Dupont Hwy Felton DE 19943. Letters of condolences can...

   Mildred Ann Pope, of Magnolia, passed away in her home, Monday, May 14, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. She was 77.    Mildred was born February 7, 1941, in Millsboro, DE to the late, Raymond & Mary Ellen(Rogers) Johnson. She had worked as a Greeter for Walmart in Milford for 15 years before retiring. In her free time Mildred enjoyed going to the slots.    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

   Phyllis D. Moore, a loving daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, of Dover, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, May 10, 2018, in her home. She was 57.        Phyllis was born September 6, 1960, in Dover, DE. She graduated from Caesar Rodney/Polytech High School where she earned a degree in cosmetology. Later in life, she took it upon herself to go back to school, where she acquired a second degree in massage therapy. She...

    DOVER- Louise Dianne VanderLee, 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on April 21, 2018, at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital in Dover. Louise was born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, the first child of Yvonne Lucille (Degaraff) and Joseph MacDonald.      After retiring as a Registered Nurse for 34 years at Milford Memorial Hospital, Louise continued in her faithful service to others as the Secretary of St....

   Jennifer Kathleen Wilde, of Smyrna, DE, passed away peacefully, Thursday, May 10, 2018, in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was 27.    Jennifer was born, October 11, 1990 in Fort Walton Beach, FL, where she was raised and attended school. She graduated parochial school from Saint Mary Catholic School, in Fort Walton Beach in 2005, and was a member of the Fort Walton Beach High School Graduating Class of 2009. She furthered her education at...

      Ursula L. Creech, 84, passed away on May 16, 2018 at Delaware Hospice Center.  She was surrounded by her family.       Ursula was born on March 4, 1934 in Bad Wildungen, Germany to the late Wilhelm and Gertrude Schaller.  She is also preceded in death by her brother, Vernon Schaller.      As a young woman, Ursula was a nurse and later worked in retail.  She was devoted...

Dorothy F. Jones died Wednesday, May 9, 2018 after a full life of 98 years.  Dorothy was born December 2, 1919 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Harry and Helen LaVere. Dorothy retired from Playtex in 1969. She was an active member of Whatcoat United Methodist Church for over 60 years. She loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. Dorothy is survived by her children, Richard L. Scott and his wife Ruth of Milford, De and Harold L. Scott Sr. and his wife...

     Minnie Pearl Wingo, 82, of Dover left this life to be with the Lord on May 15, 2018 where she resided at Owens Manor, Dover.      Mrs. Wingo served as a foster parent for many years, fostering over 50 children. She enjoyed playing music, she was often the life of the party, and she loved being around people.      Mrs. Wingo was preceded in death by her husband, Dewey E. Wingo; her parents Sam...

Patricia A. Hoesch (Stauffer), age 79 of Wyoming, DE, formerly of Darby, PA left this life and peacefully went into God’s loving arms on May 8, 2018.  “Mom-Mom” as she was known to most was a devout Catholic and the most cherished gift God has given us.  We, her family, take great comfort knowing she is now with God and her beloved husband James. Patricia retired after 39 faithful years with Verizon, all while she was raising her children and...

     Roxane A. Huey, 58, of Wyoming, DE, took the hand of Jesus and went to reunite with her family and friends in heaven on May 6, 2018 at Bayhealth Medical Center in Dover, DE after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, surrounded by her loving family.      Roxane was born on November 25, 1959 in Elkins, WV to the late Gus C. and Christena H. Dove.      Roxane loved to cook, shop, swim...

     Nora Loretta (Scott) Orvis, passed away, Sunday, April 29, 2018,  in Kent General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was 81.        Nora was born, June 7, 1936, in Magnolia, DE to the late, Edward & Hilda(Wyatt) Scott.  Her career spanned 40 years with the State of Delaware, beginning as an 18 year old working for the DMV, and concluding in the Record Department for the Delaware State...

 Marilyn J. Messing, of Wyoming, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, May 3, 2018, in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was 75.    Marilyn was born June 2, 1942, in Queens, N.Y. to the late, George & Louise(Lutz) Yost.  She enjoyed sewing,  baking , collecting Indian motif’s, and porcelain dolls; and most of all spending time with her family. She held many jobs over the years, but was best known as...

Chief Petty Officer Jackie “Jack” Ray Lynch died peacefully in his home, surrounded by family on May 1, 2018.  A veteran of both the Korean and Vietnam wars, he served his country with distinction and honor in the United States Navy for 20 years until he retired.  He was a loving husband, a great father and an awesome grandfather. He loved the Bible and enjoyed writing personal commentaries about all that he learned from scripture.  He also enjoyed...