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Sharon Alice Seifert (Sanders), 78, of Milton, Delaware died Wednesday December 31, 2025, after a prolonged battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Born in Rochester, New York, on December 18, 1947, Sharon was the daughter of the late Edward Joseph Sanders and Mary Etta Sanders (Durbin). She was a graduate of Westminster High School (class of 1962) in Carroll County, Maryland and Wesley College (class of 1995) in Dover, Delaware, earning a Bachelor of Science degree as a working mother. Sharon was a member of the Phi Theta Kappa Society and Alpha Chi National College Honor Scholarship Society. Throughout her career she held sales administration positions with Rowan Controls, Gould, Inc. and...

Susan Jane Clifton (Jane), age 83, of Lewes and Seaford, Delaware, died on December 27, 2025, in Lewes. She was born on April 5, 1942, in Milford, Delaware, and was known for her dedication to education, her love of animals, and her active, curious nature. As a girl Jane attended drama school in New York City before graduating from Seaford High School, where she first discovered her interest in learning and teaching. She earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Delaware, completed a Master's degree at Harvard, and finished additional graduate work at Salisbury State Teachers' College. Her own education was important to her throughout her life. Jane worked for many years as a middle...

Edward T. "Ted" Lewis died peacefully on December 11, 2025 in Lewes DE after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. It is often said that we should live a life less ordinary. Ted Lewis did just that. He was born on May 29, 1934 in Warwick, RI to Edward T. Lewis, Sr., an insurance salesman and former standout running back at Providence College, and Florence "Flossie" (nee Wood), a homemaker. Growing up on the ocean, he developed a life-long love of sailing and competition. He excelled both academically and on the ice, winning a hockey scholarship to Brown University. In an effort to both please his mother and get away from home, he chose instead to attend North Carolina State to study...

William "Bill" Willin, age 64, of Annapolis, MD, and Lewes, DE, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, following a prolonged illness. He was born on July 17, 1961, and raised in Lewes by his father, William Thomas Willin, Jr., and stepmother, Marie Stockley Willin, and was also loved by stepmother Barbara Willin. A graduate of Cape Henlopen High School and a member of its golf team, Bill was also an Eagle Scout, the highest rank attainable in the Boy Scouts of America program. He loved the outdoors and preferred walking over driving. He was also a member of Groome Church in Lewes. Bill worked for decades in the hospitality industry, and he managed McGarvey's in Annapolis, MD; The...

Charles (Chuck) Henry Carr, age 67, of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, and formerly of Washington, D.C., passed away on October 29, 2025. Born on June 6, 1958, in Lancaster, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Helen Josephine Wentz and Charles Henry Carr, Sr. After graduating high school in Lancaster, he graduated from Wofford College in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was employed at Spartan Food Systems in Spartanburg, South Carolina, before moving to Washington, D.C., to serve as Press Secretary for Congresswoman Elizabeth (Liz) J. Patterson. His most recent employment was as Vice President of Conventions, Meetings, and Education at the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI),...

Greer Noreen Alcorn of Lewes, Delaware, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, at the age of 69. She was born on March 14, 1956, to the late John R. and Claudine M. (Bishop) Germer. Greer worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for 18 years at the Masonic Village in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, where she was deeply respected for her compassion and dedication to those in her care. Her greatest joy was spending time at her beach house in Ocean City, Maryland, as well as at her home in Lewes, Delaware. Greer loved traveling to many destinations with her beloved husband, creating countless cherished memories together. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Mary Estelle Roy, of Rehoboth Beach, DE, passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2025, at the age of 82, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 18, 1943, in Washington, D.C., Mary was the beloved daughter of the late Bernie and Estelle Gallagher. She graduated from the Academy of Notre Dame, where her grace, intelligence, and athleticism first began to shine. Mary went on to build a meaningful career, beginning with the Federal Home Loan Bank Board, where she met the love of her life, Louis V. Roy. The two were married on June 12, 1965, at St. Xavier Church in Washington, D.C., beginning a beautiful life together. Mary's professional...

Elizabeth "Evalyn" Thompson Walch, age 93, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025. Evalyn was born and raised on a farm in Smithland, Kentucky, daughter of the late Minnie Lindsey Thompson and Willis Barney Thompson Sr. As a child and teen she adored reading, spending time outdoors, and riding horses. In the early 1950s, she met her future husband, Anthony (Tony) Walch, Jr., a soldier on leave from the Korean War. They married and moved to his home in Gambrills, Maryland, where they continued to live until they retired and moved to Onancock, Virginia in 1987. Evalyn was passionate about gardening - she never met a plant that didn't thrive under her care! After raising her family, she...

Gary William Stabley, age 93 of Lewes, DE passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Born on October 12, 1931, in York, PA, he was the son of the late Lester and Beulah (Wolf) Stabley. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 67 years, Flo Stabley. A graduate of Red Lion High School of 1950, he went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration after honorably serving in the United States Coast Guard. His distinguished career panned public service, private enterprise, and nonprofit leadership. Gary served as a school Business Manager of Eastern York School and Red Lion School Districts in York County, PA and Tredyffrin/Easttown School District in...

It is with great sadness that the family of Harry Hull Farr announces his passing on August 6, 2025. Harry was born on October 30, 1925 to John Dent Farr and Loretto Hull Farr in Washington, DC. He attended St. Ann's Catholic School and St. John's College High School until he enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II. He served in the Navy in the PhotoScience Air Station in Norfolk, VA. from 1943 - 1946 as a Photographer Mate Third Class. Following the War, he completed his high school education and attended American University. He married Joyce Mary Keogh on May 30th, 1960 and they had four children. He is survived by his children: Michael Keogh Farr (Laurie Fishburn Farr),...

Eleodoro "Jerry" Jerome Tumminello, a devoted family man, proud veteran, and beloved friend to many, passed away peacefully on August 3,2025, at the age of 92. Jerry lived a full and generous life, marked by service, community, and a deep love for his family. Born in 1932, Jerry graduated from Calvert Hall High School in the Class of 1951. Soon after, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served honorably during the Korean War ? a chapter in his life that instilled in him a strong sense of duty and discipline that he carried throughout his years. Following his military service, Jerry embarked on a 33-year career with the C&P Telephone Company, where his meticulous nature, organization,...

Mary Angela Valenti Bloom, daughter of the late Charles N. Valenti and Julia Mariany Valenti, lost her battle with cancer on July 30th, 2025. She is survived by her children, Julia Anne Bloom, Richard Rae Bloom and Olivia Rose Chapell, siblings Vincent A. Valenti, Christopher C Valenti and Anne Elvera Valenti, granddaughter Sofia Chapell, fiance Scott Gornell, and numerous cousins, extended family and friends. Born on November 25, 1963, in Upper Falls MD, Mary enjoyed an idyllic life in the country surrounded by nature. As she grew, she developed a passion for tennis, the Orioles, Lewes Beach and egg custard snowballs. Mary attended Perry Hall High School, then graduated from college with...

Donald Lee Rollins, affectionately known to friends and family as Don, passed away peacefully in Seaford, Delaware on July 27, 2025, at the grand age of 93. Born on September 13, 1931, in Purcellville, Virginia, Don lived a life marked by steadfast dedication and quiet strength, touching the hearts of many with his genuine kindness and warm smile. After graduating from Frederick High School in 1948, Don furthered his education at Towson State Teachers College, where he earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in school administration. His commitment to education was evident through his years of devoted service as an elementary school teacher and through his ultimate retirement as the...

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father and husband, George Edward Gadsby of Lewes, DE, at the age of 79 on July 19, 2025. Dad lived a life anchored in service, strength, and love. He proudly served his country in the United States Coast Guard, retiring as a Senior Chief Boatswain Mate. His dedication to the sea continued as a respected Captain with the Cape May Lewes Ferry, where he helped countless travelers safely cross the waters he knew so well. George was also a proud and devoted Mason, an active member of both the Blue Lodge and the York Rite. His commitment to the principles of brotherhood, integrity, and service extended far beyond his...

Linda Allison Darr, age 78, of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025 surrounded by her family. Born on April 26, 1947, in Bradford, Pennsylvania, Linda was the daughter of William J. and Margaret W. Allison. She was raised in Indiana, PA, where she attended Indiana High School before going on to pursue a degree in Journalism at Penn State University. Linda was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She married John K. Darr in 1976, and they shared 43 years of marriage until John's passing in 2019. Together, they raised two sons, Josh and Chris, and Linda dedicated much of her life to caring for her family. She had a deep love for antiques, garage sales, and the...

Dr. Timothy Lee Carpenter, age 78, of Rehoboth Beach, DE, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, DE, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 31, 1946, in Anderson, IN, Tim was the beloved son of the late Dudley and Doris (Hilligos) Carpenter. He graduated from Anderson High School in 1964, earned his undergraduate degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1968, and later completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Maryland in 1974. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Tim served his country honorably during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he pursued a long and...

George Edward Dolnack, Jr. November 11, 1930, ~ April 14, 2025 George Edward Dolnack, Jr., 94, of Rehoboth Beach, DE?formerly of Gap and Downingtown, PA, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, April 14, 2025. Born in Monessen, PA on November 11, 1930, he was the son of the late George E. Dolnack, Sr and Mary (Gagatko) Dolnack of Belle Vernon, PA. George attended Rostraver High School before joining the U.S. Navy the day after his 18th birthday. Mr. Dolnack served on multiple Mediterranean tours with the Navy?his first on the radar picket destroyer USS Dyess DDR-880 in 1949. He was recalled to duty in 1950 and served on the attack transport USS...

Andrea Egan Didden A beautiful person, showering love wherever she went. Andrea was an inspirational educator, wonderful wife, loving mom, proud grandmother, and friend to all. She passed away on April 8, 2025 at her Lewes, Delaware home after a heroic battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Andrea was born on February 16, 1942 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, daughter of George and Louise Egan. She attended Saint Charles Borromeo Elementary School in Woonsocket and Saint Xavier Academy High School in Providence, Rhode Island. Childhood stories suggest she had quite a spirited streak! She graduated from Rhode Island College with a degree in elementary education and in 1975 earned her Master's...

Andrea Egan Didden A beautiful person, showering love wherever she went. Andrea was an inspirational educator, wonderful wife, loving mom, proud grandmother, and friend to all. She passed away on April 8, 2025 at her Lewes, Delaware home after a heroic battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Andrea was born on February 16, 1942 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, daughter of George and Louise Egan. She attended Saint Charles Borromeo Elementary School in Woonsocket and Saint Xavier Academy High School in Providence, Rhode Island. Childhood stories suggest she had quite a spirited streak! She graduated from Rhode Island College with a degree in elementary education and in 1975 earned her Master's...

John Ronald Kurpjuweit passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. He was born in Waynesburg, PA on Jan 22, 1945, to the late Ronald W Kurpjuweit and Mary Alice Bell Kurpjuweit. John graduated from California State College (now known as Pennsylvania Western University) and earned a master's degree from John's Hopkins University. He spent most of his time in the Annapolis, MD area with careers in Public Education, Government and Politics. John met his beloved wife Linda Catherine White in Maryland and had just celebrated their 47th anniversary on a Mississippi River Cruise a week before his death. John served 3 times as President of the Teachers Association of...

Patricia Ann Carlin Simcox of Millsboro, DE, took her last breath at 1:19pm on March 5th, at the age of 73. Born January 14, 1952, she was raised in Haddonfield, NJ, and graduated from Haddonfield High School. She is survived by her husband and best friend for 56 years, Bill Simcox. In her memory, contributions may be made to your favorite animal care or animal rescue organization. Please visit Patricia's Life Memorial to read her complete obituary and to sign her tribute page at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com .