Obituaries

William "Bill" Drumheller

William "Bill" Drumheller

Mar 17, 2026

On March 17, 2026, after an ongoing illness, William “Bill” Drumheller, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 57.

Bill was born in Darby, PA on May 15, 1968, to the late Ray and Naomi Drumheller.

He graduated from Milford High School in 1986 and then attended Randolph – Macon College in Ashland, VA, where he received a Bachelor’s...

Becky Tatman

Becky Tatman

Mar 3, 2026

Arlene “Becky” Rebecca Tatman, 78, peacefully passed away on March 3, 2026. Becky was a beloved member of the community and will be greatly missed.

She was born October 15, 1947 to Zora and Virginia Tatman. Becky graduated from Felton High School in 1965. After high school she had brief employment at ILC in Frederica before becoming the Physical Education Teacher...

Daniel R. Masten

Daniel R. Masten

Feb 26, 2026

On Thursday, February 26, 2026, Daniel R. Masten peacefully passed away at his home in Milford at the age of 81.

Born in Milford on April 22, 1944, Dan was the beloved son of the late Raymond and Edith Masten. A lifelong member of the Milford community, he carried with him a deep sense of loyalty, service, and quiet strength.

Dan graduated...

Donna Lee Trager

Donna Lee Trager

Jan 31, 2026

Donna Lee Trager, age 60, originally of Springfield, PA, but like her mother lived all over God’s green earth—including Italy—finally came to rest in Felton, DE. Donna passed away peacefully on the morning of January 31, 2026.

Donna was born on March 20, 1965, to the late Pamela L. Ramsey and was adopted shortly thereafter by Pam’s husband, William K. Lucy....

Maxine Lord Turner

Maxine Lord Turner

Jan 28, 2026

Maxine Lord Turner, born January 1, 1944, in Milford, Delaware, entered into life eternal on January 28, 2026, in Newark, Delaware, and now rests in the loving presence of her Lord and Savior. A woman whose faith shaped every season of her life, Maxine lived with kindness, purpose, and a deep commitment to loving and serving others. Her life reflects...

Frances B. Johnson

Frances B. Johnson

Jan 20, 2026

On Tuesday, January 20th, Frances B. Johnson peacefully went home to be with the Lord. She was 92.

Frances was born on April 29, 1933 in Golts, MD. to the late Erving and Minnie Brown. She grew up in a farmhouse outside Townsend, DE. and graduated from Middletown High School in 1950. She played field hockey and basketball. Her senior trip...

Magloire Dameus

Magloire Dameus

Jan 10, 2026



 In Loving Memory

Magloire Dameus

June 12, 1951 – January 10, 2026

Magloire Dameus, 74, passed away on January 10, 2026, at 4:00Pm in Milford, Delaware. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He touched the lives of everyone with his kindness and generosity. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his loved ones and all who had the pleasure...

Margaret Evelyn Bray

Margaret Evelyn Bray

Jan 10, 2026

Margaret Evelyn Bray, age 75, of Milford, Del., died January 10, 2026, at her home, surrounded by loved ones. She was the daughter of the late John J. McDonnell and Grace McDonnell.

Raised in Southeastern PA, Margaret graduated from Radnor High School. She attended The University of Maryland, London, UK, and University Park, MD and graduated with a Registered Nursing degree...

Blake Allen Schone

Blake Allen Schone

Jan 7, 2026

Blake Allen Schone, 14, of Magnolia, Delaware, passed away on the morning of January 7, 2026. He patiently awaits his parents, Paul Allen and Julia Elizabeth (Baker) Schone, and his three brothers, Brycen, Kyler, and Owen Schone.

His grandparents are Paul and Mary Baker of Chapin, Illinois, and Greg and Lori Schone of Arenzville, Illinois. Blake was close with all his...

Robert D. Young

Robert D. Young

Jan 6, 2026

On January 6th, 2026, Robert “Bob” D. Young, peacefully passed away at Christiana Hospital. He was 71.

Bob was born in Milford, Delaware on July 8th, 1954 to the late Robert L. Young and Barbara Young.

He graduated from Milford High School in 1972.

Bob started his own trucking service, “Bob Young’s Trucking”, and was the owner and operator for many years, which...

Lucy Effinger-Warns

Lucy Effinger-Warns

Dec 30, 2025

On December 30, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family, Lucy Effinger-Warns passed away peacefully at the age of 90.

Lucy was born in Dry Fork, West Virginia and spent her early years growing up in Pennsylvania. In 1951, she moved to Delaware, where she built a life filled with devotion to family, steady work, and quiet joys. Those who...

William "Frenchie" Poulin

William "Frenchie" Poulin

Dec 29, 2025

On December 29, 2025, William “Frenchie” Poulin, passed away at Bayhealth Hospital in Dover. He was 76.

Frenchie was born on May 2, 1949, in West Warwick, Rhode Island, to the late William and Lucienne Poulin.

He graduated from Scituate High School in 1968.

Mr. Poulin honorably served our country in the Air Force from 1969 to 1975. During that time, he was...

Cyndee A. Sammons

Cyndee A. Sammons

Dec 23, 2025

Cynthia A. Sammons, 72, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025. Known affectionately as Cyndee to friends and family alike, she was born on June 19, 1953, in Bryn Mawr, PA. She grew up and lived on the Main Line before eventually residing in Limerick, PA.

With a work ethic to be admired, Cyndee became an executive in the financial community...

Milton Anthony Pearson

Milton Anthony Pearson

Dec 14, 2025

On Saturday, December 13th, 2025, Milton Anthony Pearson, was reunited with his wife, Christina, in heaven.

He was born on March 14, 1969, in Philadelphia, PA to the late Winifred Pearson Sr. and Gloria L. Jones.

Tony honorably served our country in the Navy for 8 years as a Gunner’s Mate Third Class Petty Officer.

He most recently was working at Amick Farms...

Helene Brego

Helene Brego

Dec 3, 2025

On Wednesday December 3rd, Helene Brego, peacefully passed away at Bayhealth Hospital in Milford. She was 87.

Helene was born on September 14, 1938, in Irvington, New Jersey, to the late John and Helen Warga.

She grew up in Union, New Jersey before moving to Sayreville, New Jersey and graduating from Sayreville High School in 1956.

Helene worked as a Dental Assistant for...

Harvey Hudson, Sr.

Harvey Hudson, Sr.

Dec 2, 2025

On December 2, 2025, Harvey Hudson, Sr. peacefully passed away at his home in Milford. He was 76.

Harvey was born in Milford on September 3, 1949, to the late George and Mildred Hudson.

He graduated from Sussex Central High School in 1967.

Mr. Hudson was the owner and operator of Eastern Shore Improvements where he installed flooring around Milford and surrounding areas.

He...

Ronald C. Hearn

Ronald C. Hearn

Nov 7, 2025

On November 7th, 2025, with his family by his side, Ronald C. Hearn, peacefully passed away at Bayhealth Hospital in Milford. He was 82.

Ronald was born on December 12th, 1942 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to the late Raymond and Pauline Hearn. The family moved to Laurel, DE shortly after he was born and he grew up there, graduating from Laurel High...

Tekliong See

Tekliong See

Nov 1, 2025

Tekliong See, 97, of Lewes, Delaware, passed away peacefully at home of natural causes on November 1, 2025. Tekliong, the son of See Yek Tay and See Ho Yim, was born on October 19, 1929 in Xiamen, China. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Felicitas See, of 57 years.

At six years old, Tekliong and his mother moved to the...

Russell Davies

Russell Davies

Oct 31, 2025

On Friday October 31st, Russell Davies, peacefully passed away at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford. He was 92. 

Mr. Davies was born on February 28, 1933, in Peckville, PA, to the late Richard and Emma Davies. He graduated from Blakeley High School in 1950, and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Bloomsburg State College in 1960. 

Russell honorably served our...

Amanda Marie Jennings

Amanda Marie Jennings

Oct 30, 2025

Amanda Marie Jennings of Dover, DE passed away suddenly in her sleep on October 30, 2025. Amanda was born January 12, 1995, in KGH; Dover, DE to Debra A. Schmitt-Jennings and David E. Jennings Jr, both of Dover, DE. Amanda is proceeded in death by her paternal grandparents Dave & Elaine Jennings Sr, her aunt Sherry Jennings, Pop-pop George Cage...