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Walter Harold English, Sr. of Rhodesdale, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 76. He was born on January 2, 1948 in Cambridge, Maryland, the son of the late Harold G English and Lily Mae Stack English. After graduating from Colonel Richardson High School with the class of 1966, he began a life-long career with E.I. DuPont in Seaford. During his tenure, he served 17 years in manufacturing, and another 17 in maintenance. He retired in December 2001. He was married to Janet O'Day English. She preceded him in death on March 21, 2021. He was a member of Gethsemane Church in Reliance since 1988, and served on various boards and...

Jean M. Andrew (Merriken) passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024 at Lakeside Assisted Living in Salisbury, MD; she was 93. Born on April 7, 1931 in Alberta, Canada to LeRoy S. Merriken and Ellenor R. Olsen Merriken, she and her family moved to Federalsburg, MD in 1937 to be close to the extended Merriken family. Jean graduated as valedictorian from Federalsburg High School and attended the University of Maryland. On April 12, 1950 she married John W. Andrew, Sr. and they moved to a farm outside of town where they started a poultry farm, raising laying hens, creating a profitable egg business, and raised broilers. They moved to Old Denton Road in 1959. Family was always at the center...

Courtney May Dunn of Salisbury passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 in Harmony, Maryland. She was 30. She was born on June 11, 1994, the daughter of James H Dunn and Frances Sinclair Dunn. A dedicated educator, Courtney pursued her love for math by teaching at Salisbury Christian School after earning her Masters Degree from St. Mary's College. She was also pursuing her Doctorate degree. She had a special bond with her students, who she considered her own children, always pushing them to reach their fullest potential. Outside of the classroom, Courtney found joy in singing, reading, and exploring the beauty of nature. Whether she was soaking up the sun at Assateague or bike riding at...

William Frederick Melvin, Sr. passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Caroline Nursing and Rehab in Denton where he was briefly a resident. Mr. Melvin was 88 years old. Born on the family farm in Federalsburg, Maryland on July 14, 1936, Bill was the only son of the late F. Norwood and Ruth Noble (Passwaters) Melvin. Bill is survived by his four sons, William F. Melvin, Jr. (Kathleen) of Bradenton, Florida, Jonathan D. Melvin (Debbie) of Denton, Maryland, Steven Kirk Melvin, and Thomas Troy Melvin both of Federalsburg, Maryland; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Lee Pedrick and sister Doris Vickery. A memorial...

Elizabeth (Betty) Rieck McDonald passed away on August 12, 2024. The daughter of the late William and Dorothy Reick, she was born on March 2, 1934. Betty was preceded in death by her husband John Alton McDonald. She held numerous office management roles and ended her working career with S. L. Webster & Sons, LLC. She is survived by three children, Renee Lovell (Coe), Steve McDonald (Claudia) and Diane Bayliss (Rob). She has six grandchildren, Holly Cerini (Adam), Erika Holecheck (Jeremey), Kayla Scharf (Justin), Lindsay McDonald, Hannah Warfield (Chris) and Mitchell McDonald. She also has four great-grandchildren, Hunter Cecil, Penelope Cerini, Kennedi Scharf, and Rhett Warfield. Betty...

Robert Harold "Bawb" Tucker passed peacefully on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Tidal Health - Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware following a long illness. He was 75 years old. Born on August 27, 1948 at Prince George's Hospital in Cheverly, MD he was the son of the late Chester H. and Grace M. (Owen) Tucker. He graduated in 1966 from Duval High School in Bowie, Maryland. Bawb always loved working in radio broadcasting and after stops in Quantico, VA, Denver, CO, Welch WV, and Birmingham, AL, he married the former Margaret (Mike) Stephens in 1972. Bawb began a career in the United States Air Force in 1974 and retired as a Tech. Sergeant in 1994. During his twenty years of service to our...

Betty Jo Colona of Federalsburg, MD passed away July 28, 2024 at Lofland Park Center in Seaford, DE at the age of 84. Born in Northhampton County, Accomack, VA, she was the daughter of the late Charles Joseph and Evelyn Taylor Matthews. Betty attended Accomack County Public Schools and married her sweetheart Norris Gray Colona on August 10, 1956 in Pocomoke City, MD. The couple made their home in Federalsburg and were married 65 years until his passing in 2021. Betty worked for many years as a seamstress for Feds Sportswear and finished her work career at Sisk Fulfilment Service in Federalsburg. Betty was the ultimate prayer warrior and always testified of her love for Jesus to others....

Betty Jo Colona of Federalsburg, MD passed away July 28, 2024 at Lofland Park Center in Seaford, DE at the age of 84. Services will be Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 12:00 at the Park Lane Church of God in Federalsburg. Burial is Friday August 2 at Liberty Cemetery in Parksley, VA. See www.framptom.com for full obituary.

Jeffrey Scott Chambers passed away peacefully while at home with family in Hurlock, Maryland on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was 68 years old. Born in Easton, Maryland on March 22, 1956, Jeff was the son of the late William Edward Chambers, II and the late Gladys (Meredith) Chambers. Jeff married the former Debra Schmick at Immanuel Lutheran Church on August 15, 1981. They had together two children and made their home in Hurlock. Besides his wife Debra, Jeff is survived by his daughter Natalie MacGilfrey and son Matthew Chambers (Shannon); his three granddaughters Madelyn MacGilfrey, and Caroline and Ridgeleigh Chambers; his brother Gary Chambers (Marcia), his sister-in-laws Doris...

James "Jim" Phelps of Preston, MD passed away June 16, 2024. Visitation will be Monday, June 24 from 6:00-8:00 pm and Tuesday, June 25 from 10:00-11:00 am at Grace Baptist Church in Hurlock, MD, with a funeral service starting at 11:00 am. Visit www.framptom.com for the full obituary.

Evelyn "June" Elzey formerly of Federalsburg passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Bayleigh Chase in Easton. She was 91. She was born on August 23, 1932 in Frederick, Virginia, the daughter of the late Thomas NIckel Jackson and Minnie Mae Ritenour Jackson. After her education, she married Paul Elzey and they made their home in Federalsburg. He preceded her in death June 25, 2018. She loved crafting, and collecting antiques. For several years, she was the owner/operator of "My Mothers Egg Basket" selling her collectibles and crafts. She also enjoyed working in her yard and flower garden, travel, and spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was a former member of Union United...

Brenda Ann Knopp passed away unexpectedly following surgery and a brief illness at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland on Thursday, April 11, 2024. She was 63 years old. Born in Delaware on January 11, 1961 she was the daughter of the late William and Constance (Johnson) Joseph. She was educated in Laurel, Delaware and graduated from a private Christian school in 1979. Brenda was married to her beloved husband Malcolm "Tommy" Knopp, Jr. for 37 years. He preceded her in death in 2021. She and Tommy were long time residence of the Finchville Reliance area but most recently Brenda made her home in Preston. Brenda will be known for her kindness, love of animals, especially...

Donald Marion Walters of Federalsburg passed peacefully at UMSMC - Easton on Friday, March 29, 2024 following an extended illness. He was 81 years old. Born on January 4, 1943 in Wilmington, Delaware, Donnie was the only son of the late Elmer and Mildred Thomas Walters. He later grew up in Federalsburg and was a member of the last graduating class from Federalsburg High School in 1961. Donnie worked various jobs before serving in the US Army Reserves in the late 1960s. He spent the majority of his working life as a laboratory technician with the Maryland State Highway Administration. Donnie married Phyllis Medford on February 16, 1968, and raised their two children, Craig and Jennifer...

Martin "Richard" Williams of Federalsburg passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024 at Penninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Maryland. He was 80. He was born on May 7, 1943 in Ridgely, Maryland the son of the late William Martin "Bus" Williams, III and Mariam Roche Williams Toy. After graduating High School, he was drafted into the United States Army. He faithfully served for twenty years from 1965 and retired in 1985 as a Chief Warrant Officer 4. During his tenure he earned his degree from Campbell College. After his career with the Army, he began a life-long career with Mount Aire as the director of transportation. He retired in 2009, returned in 2010 and retired a second...

Born July 3rd 1957. Raised on Southside Farm in Trappe. Chuck taught himself how to play guitar at the age of 13, and continued to become adept at most stringed instruments. He loved making music, for himself, and others. He founded, and played in, the group The Branches of the Vine and sang with many other groups over the years. He was fond of the years he did shows with Bill Tull, performing old time radio skits and plays. Lately, he has been strumming and singing with Rev. John Cahall at many churches and senior facilities. He could often be found sharing his gift at Fairview Church of the Brethren in Cordova, where he was a devoted member. Chuck served his community in many ways over...

Richard Willoughby born on September 3, 1942 in Federalsburg, MD to the late Nellie and Andrew Willoughby died January 24, 2024 in Easton, MD. Richard loved cars and made that love his career. He started at Hallowell Chevrolet as a teenager. He worked his way up to service manager, a position he held for many years until he went into business for himself. Throughout his career Richard was often on call night and day running the tow trucks and rollbacks he owned and managed. The final 35 years of his career was owning and operating A&R Sales & Service in Federalsburg with his wife Anita. During his retirement he worked part time at his son-in-laws business R&D Boat Supply in...

Emerson "Jigs" Scott Williamson, 72, of Federalsburg, MD passed away at his home on Saturday, January 20, 2024 under the care of Compass Regional Hospice. He was born November 19, 1951 to the late Emerson Carlton Williamson and Esther Irene Lankford Williamson. He attended Colonel Richardson High School and in 1970 he entered the U.S. Army. He served two tours in Vietnam from 1970-1971 in the 196th LIB Americal Division. After serving his country, he later worked as a truck driver and logger with the Williamson family owned businesses. Jigs will always be remembered for his love of family, generous nature and ability to make you laugh. He made his home in Reliance, MD for the past 34...

Stephen Keith Ewing of Bethlehem passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at Compass Regional Hospice in Centreville, Maryland. He was 52. He was born on April 22, 1971 in Easton, Maryland the son of Carl E. Ewing of Bethlehem and the late Susie Reed Ewing. He graduated from Easton High School with the class of 1989. He later earned his Associates Degree from Chesapeake College. He was self employed and specialized in flooring and ceramic tile installation. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his family and best friend Jay Milligan. He is survived by two daughters: Kirsten Ewing of Preston, Md. and Madison Ewing of Gray, KY; his father Carl Ewing...

Robert R. Edgell of Federalsburg passed away, after a brief illness, on Friday, January 12, 2024 at Tidal Health - Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury. He was 94. Robert was born on the family farm at American Corner February 23, 1929 to the late R. Russell Edgell, Sr. and Clara Butler Edgell. He graduated from Federalsburg High School with the class of 1946. After school Robert worked on the family farm until 1952 when he joined the U. S. Army (Army Security Agency). Robert then spent three years serving with the occupation forces in Germany during the Korean War. Following his honorable discharge, he returned home to the farm and also worked part-time for the Postal Service as a...

Easton, Juanita C. Haddaway, died at her home on Monday January 8, 2024. She was 93. Born in Baltimore on November 29, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Walter L. and Anna Smith Clark. Having grown up on the western shore, she attended and graduated high school in Anne Arundel County. She worked for many years at Black & Decker in Easton, and later worked for a number of Doctors in the Easton area until her retirement. In July 1980 she married Paul Haddaway of Easton, they made their home there for the last 43 years. Since their retirement, they enjoyed traveling, and have done so extensively throughout the continental U.S. and Alaska. In addition to her husband Paul, she is...

Linda Kay Taylor of Preston passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday January 7, 2024. She was 71. Born on March 1, 1952 in Easton, MD. she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Marian Blades Taylor. Linda graduated from Colonel Richardson High School Class of 1970. Following her graduation she worked for many years at Preston Trucking until its closing. In her retirement years, she enjoyed gardening and had a love for her pets. Linda is survived by her brother; Robert Taylor (Carol) of Harrington, DE. her fiance' Richard Sanders, 2 nieces; Missy Ostant (Ron) Natalie Slye (Andrew) one nephew; Bobby Taylor, and many great nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she was preceded...