All Obituaries

Milford – On May 6, 2019, F. Robert “Bob” Hermann went home to be with the Lord. He was born on May 5, 1935 in Muskegon, MI, to the late Fred and Gertrude Hermann. Bob honorably served our country in Air Force for over 20 years, retiring as a Technical Sergeant. After the Air Force Bob worked at and became President of Wharton and Barnard in Milford. He was a member of the Milford Lions and Ducks Unlimited. Bob enjoyed flying, sailing, and restoring automobiles. Mr....

Milford –Paul T. Pelen, of Milford, DE, passed away peacefully at Christiana Hospital on Monday, April 29, 2019. He was born on May 3, 1931 in Youngstown, OH, to the late Paul W. and Isabelle Pelen. After moving quite a bit throughout his childhood, Paul and the Pelen family settled in Pawtucket, RI in 1947. As a young man Paul served our country in the US Army, from 1948 – 52 and receiving an Honorable Discharge. From there, he attended Brown University where he received a...

Greenwood – On April 18, 2019, James C. Turner went home to be with the Lord. He was born on May 27, 1924 in Knowlton, PA to the late James H. and Hannah Leota Turner. As a young man James worked as a groundskeeper for the DuPont Farms. He honorably served our country during World War 2 in the 63rd Infantry Division from 1943 to 1946. After the military he worked for Sun Oil as a Refinery Operator until his retirement. Mr. Turner was a volunteer firefighter for Bethel Township and...

On April 13, 2019, Kierian Patrick Firch passed peacefully in the presence of his mom and dad to be with God. He was born on July 22, 1996 in Dover, DE to Michael and Sheri Firch (Malsom).  Kierian attended Milford School District until grade 10 where he ran track and was a team player on the soccer team.  He then went to Sussex Tech and was graduated in 2014. He loved being outdoors any chance he had and enjoyed biking, hiking, camping, gardening and playing volleyball. He was...

On April 2, 2019, Michael Kyle Farrell went home to be with the Lord. He was born on October 16, 1993 in Dover, DE, to Bobby Farrell and Elizabeth Maldonado. Michael graduated from Caesar Rodney High School, class of 2012. He was most recently working at Teal Construction. When Michael wasn’t working he enjoyed fishing, 4 wheeling and spending time with his daughters. Michael is survived by his fiancé, Samantha Hurd, his daughters, Michaela Kylee Farrell, Autumn Jo Hurd,...

Seaford – On April 1, 2019, Matt Meredith went home to be with the Lord. He was born on September 23, 1983 in Seaford, DE Matt attended Seaford High School. After school Matt worked various jobs in construction, working at Utility, Don Moore, and most recently, McMullen. He loved being outdoors, and was an avid fisherman, hunter, trapper, handy-man, and enjoyed running heavy equipment. Matt was well loved by his family and friends. Matt was preceded in death by his mother Donna...

Houston - Rosa Maria Delgado Estella, went to be with her Lord and Savior, peacefully, April 1st, 2019, surrounded by loved ones at Bayhealth Hospital, Dover, Delaware. Rosa is survived by her husband, Herman Estella, her two beloved daughters, Illeanna Pick and Lissette Kinsella, her grandson, Jackson Kinsella, and legions of numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and other close friends. She is preceded in death by her mother, Maria Garcia, and her father, Pedro Delgado, as well as by her...

Greenwood – On March 25, 2019, Elizabeth A. Turner went home to be with the Lord. She was born on August 14, 1925 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Howard and Jennie Quinby. Elizabeth and her husband James loved traveling the country. They were both members of the Wally Byam Airstream Club, and James was president in 1985. She also loved to sew and attended the Delaware Sewing Center. Elizabeth is survived by her husband of 75 years, James Turner. She is also survived by her...

Lincoln – On March 20, 2019, Carmen Gineris, peacefully passed away at her daughter’s residence in Milford. She was born on May 6, 1940 in Barcelona, Spain. Carmen met and married Lewis Gineris while he was stationed with the U.S. Air Force in Spain. They moved to Dover, DE in 1977. She was very gifted in making crafts and owned “Carmen’s Crafts” which sold those items in craft shows throughout Delmarva. Also, she was a very talented gardner. Carmen was...

Greenwood – On March 18, 2019, Arvin K. Noel went home to be with the Lord. He was born on August 4, 1940 in Wichita, Kanas, to Marvin and Frances Noel. Arvin honorably served our country in the Navy from 1957 to 1961.  After getting out of the Navy, he joined the Coast Guard Auxiliary and eventually became Commander of the Flotilla 73. Mr. Noel worked as a Project Manager for Litton for many years before helping others plan their funerals at Singleton Funeral Home in Glen...