All Obituaries

Milford – On March 17, 2023, Gay Dean Morrison, peacefully passed away at his home. He was born on May 27, 1939 in Hillsboro, WV, to the late Sommers Milton Morrison and Amanda Dean Morrison. Gay was raised in Rainelle, W.V., before becoming a long time resident of College Point, New York. He was a Scout Master of many years there. After retiring from MABSTOA in 2005, he and his wife Dolores moved to their dream home in Milford in 2015. Gay loved to spend his days bowling, dancing,...

Billy Joe Pickett was born in Flintville, Tennessee on October 25th, 1933, to Henry and Kathleen (Copeland) Pickett.  The oldest of six children, he left the family farm to join the Air Force at the age of 18. He met and married the love of his life at his first posting in Biloxi, Mississippi. He served as a printer and among the many accomplishments in his career was starting the honor guard at Wiesbaden Air Force base in Germany, helping prepare for the Kennedy’s historic...

On March 2, 2023, Christina Marie Pearson, peacefully passed away at Christiana Hospital. She was 48. Mrs. Pearson was born on September 11, 1974 in Dover, DE to the late Frederick and Mary Tryon. She graduated from Dover High School in 1992. Mrs. Pearson was a stay at home mom and enjoyed crafts, drawing, and animals, especially her guinea pigs. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Tony Pearson. Christina is also survived by her daughters, Marcelina and Tachina Pearson, her...

Milford — On February 27, 2023, Roy L. Smith went peacefully home to be with the Lord. He was born on December 12, 1929 in Stanfield, NC to the late Vander and Leether Smith. From 1953-1955, Roy served in the United States Army at Fort Jackson, SC and Tageau, Korea. While in Korea, he served with Special Forces as an NCO in the dental corps. Roy received an Associate Degree in 1950 from Gardner Webb College.  In 1952, 1958, and 1962, he received multiple degrees from the...

Kathleen Walsh, aged 90, passed away peacefully in the morning hours of February 24, 2023, at her home in Milford, Delaware, surrounded by her loving family. Kathleen, born on July 8 1932, grew up in New York City. She married Charles Walsh in 1952 and went on to have four children. Kathleen was a dedicated mother and grandmother, and loved spending time with her family and her friends at the Milford Senior Center. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband Charles and son Daniel....

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Lee Beetschen shares news of his passing on February 17th, 2023 at the age of 84.  Although he was not a native of Delaware, having moved to Milford in the 1950s with his parents and sister from Pennsylvania, he dedicated much of his working career to the betterment of the state. He co-founded CABE Associates in 1976, an environmental engineering firm that partnered with many businesses and policymakers.  His time spent working there...

Milford - On February 15, 2023 Robert J. Kirby peacefully passed away at his home. He was born on June 13, 1944 in Bainbridge, MD and was a lifelong resident of Milford. Mr. Kirby graduated from Milford High School in 1962. He attended N.E. Louisiana State University studying Chemistry. Robert worked as a machine operator at the DuPont Nylon Plant for over 40 years. Mr. Kirby enjoyed skiing, playing trivia at Grotto's, and hanging out with his friend, Richard Petty. He is...

Felton –Steven Alan Warren, passed away peacefully at his home on February 10, 2023 at the age of 67. Mr. Warren was born on October 11, 1955, in Milford, Delaware, son of Robert D. and Mamie A. Warren. He is survived by his wife Kay Warren.  Mr. Warren was a lifelong resident of Kent County and shared 41 years of marriage with his wife. He attended Caesar Rodney High School while playing center fielder for the high school baseball team. He also enjoyed playing in the...

On February 8, 2023, Kristen Ryall passed away. She was born in Milford on May 21, 1982 to the late Roger and Jackie Ryall. Kristen attended Lake Forest High School. She worked in Customer Service at various retail establishments throughout Delaware. Kristen was very artistic and enjoyed writing poetry. She is survived by her children, Hailey, Kailey, Colby, and Kaila Ryall, her mother, Jackie Ryall, her sisters, Kim Ryall and Karie Twardus and her husband Bryon, her nieces, Ashley...

Milford – On February 5, 2023, Irving J. Hall peacefully passed away at Country Rest Home in Greenwood. He was born on October 15, 1935 in Milford to the late Irving E. and Esther C. Hall. Irving graduated from Milford High School in 1953 and was employed by Webb’s Ford-Mercury-Lincoln dealership for twenty seven years. Irving then opened Hall’s Auto Repair Shop at the corner of Shawnee Road and N. Union Church Road. After retirement from this business, Irving and Rose...