Obituaries
Judith A Prouse
Jan 1, 2025
Judith A. Prouse, age 77, of Milford, DE, departed her earthly life on January 1, 2025 at Beebe Hospital in Lewes, DE surrounded by her family.
Judith was born on May 15, 1947, daughter of the late Sarah and Thomas Walls. She was born at Wilmington Hospital and grew up in Delaware City, DE. She later graduated from Gunning Bedford High...
Shirley J. Yearsley
Dec 20, 2024
On December 20, 2024, while surrounded by her loved ones, Shirley J. Yearsley, peacefully passed away. She was 67.
Shirley was born in Cheverly, MD on May 12, 1957, to the late Woodrow and Minnie King.
She worked at Playtex for many years while the company changed names to Energizer and then Edgewell.
Mrs. Yearsley enjoyed creating magical moments for special occasions through...
James J. Rehanek
Dec 17, 2024
James Joseph Rehanek (Sr), 94, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024, in Milford, DE.
Son of Bessie (Holdsworth) and Frank Rehanek, he was born on March 27, 1930, in Bobtown, PA. He graduated Point Marion High School in 1948 and entered the Air Force the following year, proudly serving during the Korean War as a Russian Interpreter. He received his...
Ray E. Drumheller
Dec 15, 2024
On December 15, 2024, Ray E. Drumheller, while surrounded by his loved ones, peacefully passed away at his home in Milford. He was 91.
Ray was born in Kratzerville, PA on May 18, 1933, to the late Charles and Carrie Drumheller.
He graduated from Glen-Nor High School, now Interboro High School, in 1951.
Mr. Drumheller learned how to be a Plasterer from his...
Priscilla Graven
Dec 8, 2024
On December 8, 2024, Priscilla Rawlins Graven, Passed away at her home in Milford. She was 73.
Mrs. Graven was born on June 6, 1951, in Baltimore, MD, to the late Lowndes and Louise Linthicum.
She grew up in Roland Park, Baltimore and graduated from Western High School in 1969. Priscilla attended Averett College in Danville, VA and received a Bachelor’s Degree...
John Marvin Wilkins
Dec 8, 2024
On December 8, 2024, John Marvin Wilkins, peacefully passed away at Bayhealth in Milford. He was 94.
Mr. Wilkins was born on April 8, 1930, in Lincoln, DE to the late James and Ruth Wilkins.
He was a four-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War era.
Mr. Wilkins worked as a Jet Engine Mechanic for the Civil Service, retiring...
William Robert Hitchens
Dec 8, 2024
William Robert Hitchens (Bob) was born July 22, 1935 and died on December 8, 2024. He lived most of his life in Milford, Delaware. Bob graduated from Milford High School in 1953, where he was voted “Most Popular” in his senior year. He earned two bachelor degrees from the University of Delaware, where he was a member of the Kappa...
Eileen D Woodland "Rothermel"
Nov 22, 2024
On November 22, 2024, Eileen D. Woodland “Rothermel”, surrounded by her loving family and her felines (Sugar Baby, Diamond, and Sky) peacefully passed away at the age of 85.
Mrs. Woodland was born on December 19, 1938 in Salisbury, MD to the late James and Oliva Dickerson.
She graduated from Laurel High School in 1956. Eileen wanted to become a nurse and...
Jose D. Alvarado
Nov 21, 2024
On November 21, 2024, Jose D. Alvarado, after a courageous battle with cancer and with his family by his side, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 55.
Mr. Alvarado was born in San Luis Potosi, Mexico on March 28, 1969 to the late Matias and Maria Alvarado.
Jose worked as a MEC 1 at Baltimore Air Coil up...
Adrienne Stitzel
Nov 19, 2024
Adrienne Stitzel, 81, of Milford and Rehoboth Beach, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 19, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to David and Pauline Mallor in Brooklyn, NY. Adrienne was a devoted wife, mother, sister, nana, and aunt. She was a kind and giving friend to all who knew her.
Adrienne is survived by Warren, her husband...
Christian Robert Hudson
Nov 18, 2024
Christian Robert Hudson April 15,1964 - November 18, 2024
Christian passed away peacefully in his home Monday November 18, 2024 after a long illness. Born in Baltimore Maryland to Ronald Sr. and Mary Hudson. Christian graduated from Washington High School in Princess Anne, Maryland and had a long career in retail sales. He loved books, music and, movies. He traveled all...
Patricia Lorraine Millikan Stanley
Nov 14, 2024
Pat Stanley, a prominent lighting designer in the Washington area for over 50 years died Thursday, November 14th, 2024 in a Philadelphia hospital.
From 1967 to 1977 she worked at Dominion Electric in Arlington, Virginia. In 1977 she became one of two managers of Maurice Electrical Supply’s lighting showroom at 11th & M Street, NW DC. Eighteen years later she moved...
Fred L. Izzo, Jr.
Nov 10, 2024
Milford—On November 10, 2024, Fred L. Izzo, Jr. “Freddie”, 59, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family at home after a long illness. Mr. Izzo was born in Seaford on July 9, 1965, to the late Fred, Sr and Louise (Mills). He is survived by his longtime girlfriend of 15 years, Karen R. Corzine, step-daughter, Sarah Malanka; and son,...
Augustin "Gus" Gonzalez
Nov 9, 2024
On November 9, 2024, Augustin “Gus” Gonzalez, of Milford, Delaware, peacefully passed after a short illness. He was 66.
Gus was born on October 3, 1958 in Queens, New York to the late Augustin and Aida Gonzalez. He spent years between New York City, Arizona and Delaware.
He began his career working with his mother at Parkchester Pharmacy in the Bronx. Soon...
Wilhelmina "Billie" Hastings
Nov 6, 2024
On November 6, 2024, Wilhelmina “Billie” Hastings (nee DeYoung), of Greenwood, DE, peacefully passed away at Delaware Hospice in Milford. She was the devoted wife of the late Lester G. Hastings, who preceded her in death in 2010. They celebrated 51 years of life together.
Born in Philadelphia, she was the loving daughter of the late William and Amelia (nee Hasler)...
Theresa Karen Donovan
Nov 6, 2024
Milford- On November 07, 2024, Theresa “Karen” Donovan passed away at the age of 53 after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born on September 12, 1971 and attended Holy Cross Elementary School and later graduated from Milford Senior High in 1989 and Delaware Tech in 1991. She started a career with the State of Delaware during high school where...
Bruce Craig Crouch
Nov 5, 2024
On November 5, 2024, Bruce Craig Crouch, passed away at his residence in Milford. He was 63.
Craig was born in Clinton, North Carolina, on March 11, 1961, to the late Clifford Crouch and Vaughn Crouch (Peterson).
His family moved to Milford when he was ten years old. Craig graduated from Milford High School in 1979.
He then went on to receive a...
Leon E. Tschantre
Oct 27, 2024
MILFORD - Leon Emile Tschantre passed away on October 27, 2024 at Milford Place Assisted Living.
Leon was born in Cambridge, Maryland on October 31, 1929, son of the late Joseph Emile Tschantre and Mary Cook Tschantre.
Leon attended Cambridge High School and graduated in 1948. Afterwards, he attended Bowman Technical School for watchmaking in Lancaster PA, and received his...
Kathryn D. Webb
Oct 23, 2024
Kathryn “Kay” D. Webb peacefully went home to be with the Lord on October 23, 2024.
Kathryn was born on May 24, 1928, in Harbeson, DE to Lloyd and Edna Betts Davidson.
As a teenager she enjoyed being a cheerleader for the Golden Knights as a member of the Georgetown High School Class of 1946.
Kathryn’s greatest joy was raising her four children...
Thomas R. Born
Oct 22, 2024
On October 22, 2024, Thomas Robert Born, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 87.
Mr. Born was born on October 25, 1936, in Paterson, N.J. to the late William and Anne Born.
Bob, as he was known to his New Jersey friends, graduated from Teaneck High School in 1955.
After high school, he honorably served our country in the...
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