Obituaries
Shirley Patricia Jump
Apr 25, 2026
Shirley Patricia Jump departed this life on April 25, 2026. She was born June 3, 1928 in Houston, Delaware, the oldest daughter of James A. Elliott and Margaret E. (Messick) Elliott.
Pat attended Houston School, grades 1 thru 8. She attended Milford High School and was a member of the graduating class of 1946.
Following graduation, she was employed as a secretary...
Karl J. Oliver
Apr 23, 2026
Karl J. Oliver of Milford passed peacefully from this life on April 23, 2026 at Bayhealth Hospital Sussex Campus.
He was born on June 17, 1935 in Pittston, PA, the only son of Arthur and Lenore Oliver. His sister, Jane, dubbed him as “God’s gift to the depression”. The only son among four daughters.
Karl graduated from West Pittson High School in...
Jesse M. Chisenhall
Apr 20, 2026
On Monday April 20th, Jesse M. Chisenhall, peacefully passed away at his home in Milford. He was 78.
Jesse was born on July 7th, 1947, in Buckhorn, KY, to the late Elbert and Irene Chisenhall.
As a young man he moved to Delaware to work as a Carpenter. He started working at Custom Cabinets with his two brothers, until they decided to...
Robert A. Koppenhaver
Apr 16, 2026
On April 16, 2026, Robert A. Koppenhaver, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 85.
Mr. Koppenhaver was born on April 14, 1941 in Millersburg, PA, to the late Alvin and Pearl Koppenhaver.
He graduated from Millersburg High School in 1959 and furthered his education by getting a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Bloomsburg University and a Master’s degree...
Joyce L. Corkran
Apr 1, 2026
Joyce L. Corkran, 78, of Federalsburg, Maryland, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Joyce was a devoted sister, aunt, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her sister, Betty Donaway; her brother, Rickey Corkran; and many cherished nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded...
Kenneth Ira Nerim, Jr.
Mar 29, 2026
Kenneth Ira Nerim, Jr. was born on December 24, 1953 at 6:50 AM EST at old St. Joseph's Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. He was the first born of four children of Jeanne R. and Kenneth I. Nerim, Sr. Ken also known as ,"Kenny," attended St. Matthews School in Baltimore, MD through the third grade. In the summer of 1961, Kenny's...
Richard Swain Andrews, III
Mar 26, 2026
On March 26, 2026, Richard Swain Andrews, III (Dicky), peacefully passed away at Delaware Hospice. He was 85.
Dicky was born on May 10, 1940, in Cambridge, MD, to the late Richard Jr. and Florence Andrews.
Dicky graduated from Mardela Springs High School in 1958.
Dicky honorably served our country in the Navy from 1958 to 1964.
After the Navy, Dicky worked at Republic...
Rick Bielawski, Sr.
Mar 23, 2026
Richard Charles Bielawski, Sr., passed away tragically and unexpectedly as the result of a hit‑and‑run accident on March 23, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on March 4, 1952, Richard was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, proud great‑grandfather, United States Navy veteran, and a cherished friend to many. His sudden passing has left an immeasurable void in...
Donald M. Fisher
Mar 18, 2026
Donald Mais Fisher passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving family on March 18, 2026, at the Delaware Veterans Home in Milford, Delaware. He was 82.
Don was born in Milford on September 3, 1943 to Edwin and Frances Fisher. Neighborhood friends gathered frequently at the family home on Lakeview Avenue for basketball, pool, and backyard pole vaulting. He...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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