Obituaries
Elaine Susan Swierczek
Feb 8, 2025
Elaine S. Swierczek of Forestport, NY and Greenwood, DE passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Milford, Delaware.
She was the daughter of David Spencer Gardner and Ethel Rita Ehlinger Gardner of Utica, NY. She attended St. France DeSales schools and graduated from Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica, NY. She married Stephen Arthur Swierczek of New York Mills, NY...
Richard E. Crumley
Jan 31, 2025
On January 31, 2025, Mr. Richard E. Crumley of Lincoln, passed away unexpectedly. He was 66.
Rich was born on May 20, 1958, in Wilmington, Delaware, to the late Joan Crumley (Bevans). He graduated from Conrad High School in 1977.
Mr. Crumley honorably served our country in the Army National Guard.
Rich was a salt of the earth hard working man. He worked...
Linda L. Caccamise
Jan 25, 2025
On January 25, 2025, Linda L. Caccamise, peacefully passed away at her home in Lincoln. She was 77.
Linda was born on June 10, 1947 in Portland, Maine, to the late Roger and Edith Carr.
Linda moved around frequently during her childhood, as her father was in the Air Force. Eventually they moved to Dover, Delaware and Linda graduated high school. She...
Dona Addington
Jan 15, 2025
On January 15, 2025, while surrounded by her loved ones, Dona Addington peacefully passed away at her home in Milford. She was 76.
Dona was born in Milford on July 14, 1948 to the late Donald and Mary Walls.
She graduated from Milford High School in 1966.
Mrs. Addington started her working career at Playtex. She then became a bookkeeper for Hammond Cadillac...
John Charles Carnright
Jan 14, 2025
John Charles Carnright passed away peacefully at home on January 14, 2025. He was 58.
John was born in Milford on March 12, 1966, son of the late James and Emily Carnright.
He graduated from Milford High School with the class of 1984. He attended two years at the Philadelphia School of Art pursuing his love of art and drawing.
John was employed...
Brian Whitley
Jan 7, 2025
On January 7, 2025, with his son David and his dog Ziggy by his side, Brian Whitley peacefully went home to be with the Lord and his late wife Carol at the age of 69.
Mr. Whitley was born on May 4, 1955 to the late John and Edith Whitley, on Long Island, N.Y. He grew up in Commack and graduated...
Thomas Mylor White
Jan 4, 2025
On January 4, 2025, Mr. Thomas Mylor White, peacefully passed away at Tidal Health in Salisbury after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. He was 79.
Mr. White was born in Detroit, Michigan, on March 15, 1945, to the late Mylor Earnest “Jim” and Mary Ann Perry White.
Growing up Tom attended St. James Catholic Elementary School and graduated from Ferndale High School...
Dr. Gregory J. Barone
Jan 4, 2025
On January 4, 2025, while surrounded by his loved ones, Dr. Gregory J. Barone peacefully went home to be with the Lord. He was 86.
Dr. Barone was born on November 19, 1938 in Buffalo, N.Y., to the late Sylvester and Mary Barone.
He graduated from Bishop Fallon Catholic School and then received a BS in General Physics from Canisius College in...
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...
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