Obituaries

Jan 19, 2021

Milford - Beverly W. Pleasanton went home to join his wife Pat in Heaven on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. He was born in Middletown, Delaware on September 30, 1929, son of the late Beverly W. and Emily Pleasanton.

Dad worked as a self-employed mechanic in his younger years and later as Independent Truck Driver. In the late 80’s, Dad went to work as a motor grader operator, working for James Julian Inc., Hardaway Construction, and Pierson. After retirement, he purchased the first of 4 of his own motor...

Jan 13, 2021

Milford — On January 13, 2021, Mary Alice Smith peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

She was born on August 12, 1939 in Pittsburg, PA to the late Milton and Olive McMillan.

Mary Alice received a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania and a Master’s degree from Penn State....

Jan 6, 2021

Milford - On January 6, 2021, Steven D. Rippy, “Pete”, peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

He was born on September 25, 1960, in Washington D.C., to the late Tarleton and Margaret Rippy.

Steven graduated from Suitland High School in 1978 and then furthered his education by receiving an Associate’s Degree in Radiology...

Dec 17, 2020

Gladys “Penny” Austin passed away peacefully on December 17, 2020 at the home of her daughter Debbie and son-in-law Tim. She was 90 years old.

She was born July 12, 1930 to John and Emma (Joseph) Mitchell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Harold, her son Gary,...

Nov 26, 2020

On November, 26, 2020, Jeannette T. Shearer, peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

She was born on May 19, 1945, in Washington, D.C. to the late Corneilus and Jeannette Cissel.

As a young lady Jeannette considered being a nun and lived at a convent in Melborne, KY.

She became a teacher...

Nov 17, 2020

Milford – On November 17, 2020, Mr. Charles E. Wissman peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

Charles was born on August 19, 1933 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Charles E. and Myrtle Stermer Wissman.

Mr. Wissman honorably served our country in the United States Air Force from 1951 to 1981. Charles was...

Nov 11, 2020

On November 11, 2020, James “Jim” Reilly peacefully passed away at Christiana Hospital with his wife by his side.

He was born in  NY on January 22, 1938 to the late  Delia Marie Straehle and John Joseph Reilly

Jim was born and raised in the New York area. He attended  Stepinac High School and played...

Nov 5, 2020

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Sean Montgomery, age 36, who surrendered to the Lord on Thursday November 5, 2020, surrounded by his family and friends.

Sean is survived by his fiancé Melissa Kramer, his mother Sheri Powers, his father Frank Montgomery, his brothers Mike Powers and Frankie Montgomery, and many uncles,...

Nov 5, 2020

Helen T Ward Yearwood (nee McQuaid), 85, died November 5, 2020 at Heritage Oaks of Englewood, Florida with her daughter by her side. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late John and Elsie (Millman) McQuaid. She was the wife of 6 months to the late Ernest “Jack” Ward and of 35 years to the late Cecil...

Nov 3, 2020

Milford – On November 3, 2020, Dorothy “Karen” Appel peacefully passed away with her two daughters and niece by her side.

She was born on August 16, 1956 in Milford to the late James P. and Beatrice “Jane” Messick.

Karen received her Associates’ Degree from Goldey – Beacom College.

She worked at the...

Oct 30, 2020

Greenwood - On October 30, 2020, John Curtis Towers, Jr., went home to be with the Lord.

He was born on June 27, 1965 in Milford, DE to the late John C. Towers, Sr. and Verona Towers.

Curtis was a graduate of Woodbridge High School and the University of Delaware.

He honorably served...

Oct 28, 2020

Glenda Emma Billings, 62, of Milford, passed away on Wednesday October 28, 2020, at the Country Rest Home in Greenwood, DE. She was born in Milford on February 06, 1958 to the late Floyd and Emma Givens. Mrs. Billings graduated from Milford High School. She also graduated from Delaware Technical Community College in Georgetown, where she earned her Registered...

Oct 26, 2020

Milford – On October 26, 2020, Edward A. St. Jean, Jr., lovingly referred to as “Pipa”, surrounded by his family peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

He was born on June 14, 1947, in Baltimore, MD to the late Edward and Julia St. Jean.

Edward honorably served our country in the Navy from ...

Oct 19, 2020

Jannie Martin was born on June 3, 1934 at Phillips Coal Camp in West Virginia, to Harvey and Clara Davis. She was the second of what would be 6 children. Despite their humble beginnings in that coal camp her mother knew what she wanted for her children. Jannie grew up in Sophia, WV, had perfect attendance at the Methodist...

Oct 16, 2020

Milford – On October 16, 2020, Shirley Ann Hollingsworth (Corkran), 75, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was a graduate of Greenwood High School.  Shirley started working as a Dental Assistant then she worked at the Stevenson House for Juvenile Corrections. After earning her Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education at Delaware State,...

Oct 10, 2020

Milford – On October 10, 2020, Gary Holston, peacefully passed away at his home with his wife, daughter and granddaughter by his side. He was 65.

He was born on August 23, 1955 in Milford to the late Ernest and Susan E. Holston.

Gary graduated from Milford High School in 1973.

He worked...

Oct 5, 2020

Milford – On October 5, 2020, Gary L. Thompson, peacefully passed away at his home.

He was born on May 11, 1945 in Frederick, MD to the late Howard and Gladys Thompson.

Gary grew up in Washington D.C. and graduated from Anacostia High School in 1964.

He worked for the International Union of...

Sep 29, 2020

Milford – On September 29, 2020, Pamela J. Rizzo, peacefully passed away at her home with her husband by her side.

She was born on December 19, 1951, in Bridgeport, CT, to the late Roland and Helen Carlson.

Pamela received her Bachelor’s Degree from Vermont College.

She worked in the office for Caldor’s...

Sep 25, 2020

Milford – On September 25, 2020, Kurt Hutson peacefully passed away at Bayhealth Hospital Sussex Campus. He was 65 years old.

Mr. Hutson was born on November 20, 1954 in Wilmington, DE, to the late Thomas and Marjorie Hutson.

He graduated from Sussex Central High School in 1972. Kurt attended Bridgewater College and later obtained...

Sep 14, 2020

Milford – On September 14, 2020, Kevin Wayne Vance, 52, passed away at Bayhealth in Milford.

He was born on March 14, 1968, in Mansfield, OH to Wayne and Lois Vance.

Kevin joined the U.S. Air Force after graduating from Lucas High School.

He honorably served our country for 21 years, retiring as...