Obituaries
Jerome Topolski
May 29, 2025
On Thursday, May 29, 2025 Jerome Topolski, peacefully passed away at age 95 at Bayhealth Medical Center in Milford.
Mr. Jerome Topolski was born on October 7, 1929 in Ranshaw, PA to the late Bolick and Julia Topolski.
He honorably served our country in the Air Force and then later in the Air Force Reserves for over 35 years, retiring as a...
Karen M. Bennett
May 23, 2025
On May 23, 2025, Karen M. Bennett, of Milford, DE, and formerly of Glen Burnie, MD, peacefully went home to be with the Lord.
She was born on December 20, 1952, in Baltimore, MD to the late James and Dolores Gugliette.
Karen graduated from Western High School in 1970. She married Harold “Gene” Bennett on June 22, 1974, and had their only...
Ian Michael Davenport
May 16, 2025
On May 16, 2025, Ian M. Davenport, passed away at his home in Milford.
He was born on January 8, 1995 in Lewes, DE to Edward and Penny Davenport.
Ian graduated from Milford High School in 2013, where he played lacrosse.
He worked many years as a Chef. Starting at Abbott’s Grill, Applebee’s in Milford, and finally at The Lodge in Lewes.
Mr. Davenport...
Carol J. Farley
May 12, 2025
On May 12, 2025, Carol J. Farley, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. She was 80.
Carol was born on June 20, 1944 in Johnstown, PA to the late Joseph and Mary Boron.
She graduated from Bishop McCort High School in 1962 and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology from the University of Pittsburgh in 1966.
Carol was a founder of...
Joyce A. Beiler
May 6, 2025
On Tuesday May 6, 2025, Joyce A. Beiler peacefully passed away at Bayhealth Hospital in Milford. She was 77.
Joyce was born on May 31, 1947 in Wilmington, DE to the late Ralph and Mary Cochran.
She grew up in Elsmere, Delaware.
Joyce was a stay-at-home mom, raising her eight children.
She enjoyed crabbing and watching Hallmark movies and soap operas.
Mrs. Beiler is survived...
Donald T. McDonough
May 6, 2025
Milford – On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Donald Thomas McDonough “Mac” peacefully passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was 85.
Don was born on March 12, 1940 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Thomas and Blanche (Cannon) McDonough. He was raised in Glenside, PA and then Virginia Beach, VA before moving to Towson, MD in his high...
Carol Jean Stewart
May 4, 2025
Harrington, Delaware – On Sunday May 4, Carol Jean (Kunerth) Stewart, 78, passed away peacefully in her home and went to be with her Lord and Savior.
Born in Worthington, Minnesota on May 18, 1946 to Ruth (Kraft) Kunerth and Frank Albyn “Al” Kunerth, Carol was the second oldest of six sisters and one brother. She was known for caring for...
Linda A. Kehler
May 2, 2025
On Friday May 2, 2025, Linda A. Kehler, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. She was 77.
Linda was born on May 20, 1947, in Eldorado, Kanas, to the late Betty and Richard Atkinson.
Her father worked for the DuPont Company which caused them to move around a lot growing up. Finally they settled in Wilmington and she graduated from...
John Howard Yerkes
May 1, 2025
Avondale, PA.-John Howard Yerkes died May 1, 2025 after a long illness.
Born on March 28, 1943, John was the son of Robert H. Sr., and Eleanor. He was the third born of seven children and enjoyed a happy childhood living in Houston.
John honorably served our country in the Army National Guard for six years.
John’s career led him to the printing...
Jessica Gray
Apr 17, 2025
Jessica Nicole Gray was called home to our Lord at the young age of 36 years old due to cervical and vaginal cancer on April 17, 2025.
"Jessie, Bessie, Bess" was the daughter of Gerald Gray (who passed away in November 2017) and Janie Postles David.
Gray suddenly passed at Bayhealth Hospital in Milford, after being really sick for months.
Jessica is survived...
Gregory J. Christian
Apr 6, 2025
The world is a little quieter, and our hearts are a lot heavier with the loss of our Greg and Pop. Greg was a force of nature, whose chuckle, wisdom, and blunt honesty left a permanent mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Greg’s spirit was larger than life.
Born on January 2nd in Milford, Delaware, Greg lived...
Gregory Lawrence Barone
Apr 1, 2025
On April 1, 2025, Gregory Lawrence Barone, peacefully passed away at Cary Health and Rehabilitation in Cary. N.C. to be with his Creator, our Heavenly God. He was 63.
Greg was born on April 19, 1961, in Ohio, to the late Dr. Gregory and Joyce Barone and then spent years in Oregon, Maryland and Pennsylvania, before spending the last 30 years...
Kathleen Laremore Hubbard
Mar 27, 2025
Kathleen L. Hubbard, 72, passed peacefully at Milford DE Hospice on March 27, 2025 after an extended illness. Kathy was born in Milford Memorial Hospital on April 12, 1952, daughter of the late Jack Massey Laremore and Frances (Beck) Laremore.
She graduated with the class of 1970 from Milford High School, Lakeview Avenue, where she excelled in class plays, “South Pacific”,...
Donald E. Evans, Sr.
Mar 12, 2025
On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, Donald E. Evans, Sr. peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 89.
Donald was born on January 15, 1936 in Trappe, PA to the late Warren and Anna Evans.
Donald grew up in Spring City, PA and lived there until moving to Slaughter Beach, DE in 1980, making the family tradition of vacationing near...
Allen F. Weeks
Mar 11, 2025
On Tuesday March 11, 2025, Allen F. Weeks, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 77.
Mr. Weeks was born on May 13, 1947 in Rutland, Vermont, to the late Lyle and Mary Weeks.
He graduated from Rutland High School in 1965 and then attended Castleton State College before serving in the United States Air Force. Following his honorable...
Margaret "Peggy" J. Essick
Mar 9, 2025
Margaret “Peggy” J. Essick, age 87, of Milton, Delaware died peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 9, 2025.
Peggy was born in Pittsburgh PA on May 11, 1937 to the late Charles O. Miller and the late Margaret E. (Thomas) Miller.
Peggy graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in nursing. As a registered nurse she worked on the...
Sabrina Rose Whilden
Mar 5, 2025
Sabrina Rose Whilden was born on November 26, 2008 in Dover Delaware. She entered Heaven on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, after a courageous battle against Ewing’s Sarcoma.
Sabrina was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Sabrina’s journey on this earth was one marked by love and compassion. Sabrina’s new journey has left...
Dr. Sandra Foote Reed
Mar 5, 2025
Dr. Sandra Foote Reed passed away peacefully at her home in Milford after a prolonged illness. She was 79.
Dr. Foote was born on March 31, 1945 in Oxnard, California to the late Harlan and Marjorie Foote. She moved multiple times during her childhood as the daughter of a Navy pilot. She excelled in academics, and received both Bachelor’s and Master’s...
James A. Clendaniel
Feb 22, 2025
On February 22, 2025, with his wife and family by his side, James A. Clendaniel, peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 86.
Jim was born on March 7, 1938, in Coatesville, PA, to the late Ralph and Ann (Pavelik) Clendaniel.
He graduated from Dover High School in 1956.
Jim honorably served our country in the Delaware National...
Ryan Robert Hurlburt
Feb 19, 2025
On Wednesday, February 19th, Ryan Robert Hurlburt, tragically passed away at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, after battling complications from the flu. He was 41.
Ryan was born in Fort Worth, TX at Carswell Airforce Base on December 7, 1983, to Paul and Carissa (Herfkens) Hurlburt.
He graduated from Azle Highschool in 2003.
Ryan joined the Army and honorably served our country...
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