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Barbara L. Clark, 85 of Rising Sun, MD, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024 at Autumn Lake at Calvert Manor, Rising Sun, MD. Born in Leighton, PA, on February 11, 1939, she was the daughter of the late John and Helen (Raub) Stubits. She was the wife of the late, Richard Roland Clark who passed on February 16, 2016. Barbara enjoyed raising her children and taking care of her family. She is survived by her children: Richard Clark, Jr. (Charlene) of Rising Sun, MD, Bonnie Harris (Ken) of Beaver, PA, Brenda Mobley (Mike) of Elkton, MD and Robin Albright (Robert) of Elkton, MD; grandchildren: Jessica (Benjamin), Michael, Jr. (Carter), Shawn, Andrew, Nathen, Kyle (Amanda), Jenna, Ben and...

Richard "Rick" Douglas Pinder, 72 of Elkton, MD, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 in Christiana Care Hospital, Newark, DE, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Elkton, MD, on July 10, 1951, he was the son of the late, Juanita Eddy Greggo and stepfather James Greggo. Richard served his country proudly in the U.S. Army Reserves. He retired after 42 years from DuPont as a Supervisor of Planting and Seeding. He enjoyed spending his time golfing, bowling and playing baseball. Most of all he enjoyed watching his grandson play baseball. He was a member of Leeds Methodist Church, Elkton, MD. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 48 years: Lisa (Fanning) Pinder of...

Joseph Edward Dixon, 57 of Perryville, MD, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024 at home. He was born in Elkton, MD, on September 27, 1966. Joe was the owner/operator of Joe Dixon Construction LLC, trading as Cecil County Flooring. He was a member of AA; enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, hunting and listening to all types of music. Survived by his wife: Mylia (Miller) Dixon; one son: Joseph Dixon of Elkton, MD; one daughter: Lyla Dixon of Port Deposit, MD; his father: Robert S. Dixon of Port Deposit, MD; mother: Joan (Cote) Repaal (Jon) of New Smyrna Beach, FL; sister: Mary Allen (Charles) of Elkton, MD and brother: Jeff Dixon (Dawn) of Palm Coast, FL. For condolences, please visit...

Curtis Lamar Bryant, 69 of North East, MD passed away Friday, March 15,2024 at the Elkton Nursing and Rehab Center. Born in FL on March 24, 1954; he was the son of the late Mary A (Bryant) Smith and Samuel Smith. He was a graduate from Cecil College earning an AA degree in Business Administration. He also served as Assistant Basketball Coach for the college. Curtis worked for 25+ years as a bridge carpenter. He also worked framing houses. He enjoyed watching horse races, hiking, dancing, weight lifting and the Philadelphia 76er's basketball team. He survived by his two son Jawan and Anthony Bryant both of North East, MD Funeral services will be held March 23, 2024 at 2:00pm at Crouch...

Francis Grove Miller, Jr., 96 of North East, MD, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024 at Christiana Care, Union Hospital, Elkton, MD. Born in Chester, PA, on October 25, 1927, he was the son of the late Francis Grove Miller, Sr. and Elizabeth (McCool) Miller. He was the husband of the late Arlene Kell Miller who passed on May 5, 2021. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Navy as a medic during World War II and the Korean Conflict. Grove was a well-respected farmer in Cecil County. He also was President of Farmers and Mechanics Insurance, Zion, MD. He was extremely involved in the community, volunteering unlimited hours especially to his passion: agriculture. He was a member of...

Thomas Edward King, 89 of North East, MD, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong resident of Cecil County, he was born on November 22, 1934, the son of the late Thomas A. and Mary (Biddle) King. Prior to his retirement, Tom was the owner/operator of King's TV. He enjoyed fishing, crabbing, gardening and playing cards. He was quite the craftsman, wood carving and restoring old clocks and was an avid collector of old bottles. Survivors include his loving wife of 68 years: Doris (Shockley) King; son: Steven T. King (Jackie) of Lusby, MD; two daughters: Julia L. Fisher of North East, MD and Lynda A. Kelsey (Scott) of Selbyville, DE; five...

Wilma "Billie" Lee (Shepherd) Vant Hoff, 87 of Townsend, DE, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Westminster Village in Dover, DE. Born in North East, MD, on December 2, 1936, she was the daughter of the late William Bruce and Doris Rose (Howard) Shepherd. After the untimely death of William in 1938, when Wilma was just 2 years old, Doris later married Roger C. Miles, who was a much-loved father to Wilma. Billie was in Wisconsin, when she met the love of her life, Clayton "Clay" Maurice Vant Hoff. They were married and eventually moved to Delaware, where they raised their family in Heritage Park, Wilmington, DE. In approximately 1972, Billie and Clay started the family business,...

Dawn Aileen Wade, 55 of Rising Sun, MD, passed away Saturday, March 2, 2024. She was born in Wilmington, DE, on March 14, 1968, the daughter of Patricia Wade of Rising Sun, MD and the late Sterling C. Wade. Dawn worked for Medline, Perryville, MD. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her son: Dwayne Dougherty of Rising Sun, MD, daughter: Heather Lynn Gentry of Chestertown, MD and twins: Brittany Olson and Nicholas Olson both of Rising Sun, MD; three sisters: Sherry Knight of Goose Creek, SC, Pamela Anderson of Aberdeen, MD and Belinda Saylor of Chesapeake City, MD; and nine grandchildren: John, Jerry, Dwayne, Wade, Tristyn, Hunter, Brianna, Mackynzie and Shealynn. Visitation...

Hope Ann Burkins, 53 of North East, MD, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024 in the Christiana Hospital, Newark, DE. She was born in Havre de Grace, MD, on September 21, 1970. Hope enjoyed crocheting, crafts and painting. She is survived by her parents: Charles & Susan Burkins; sister: Heather Lynn Burkins; brother: Charles Rex Burkins II; sister: Kimberly Canter Jenkins; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Crouch Funeral Home, P.A., 127 South Main Street, North East, MD. Funeral service will be held Friday, March 1, 2024 at 11:00 am at Crossroads Bible Church, 144 Appleton Road, Elkton, MD. Interment...

Clifton "Dinky" Leon Wilson, Jr, of North East, MD, passed away Monday, February 19, 2024 in the Christiana Care, Union Hospital, Elkton, MD. Born in Elkton, MD on July 12, 1955 he was the son of the late Anne Marie (Biddle) and Clifton Leon Wilson, Sr. Clifton served his country proudly for the U.S. Army Airborne 82nd Division. He enjoyed going for rides on his Harley, taking the boat out fishing and playing pool. He loved horses, his dogs, Brutus and Levi and his cat Stewie. Clifton is survived by his wife: Tamara Jean Wilson of North East, MD; children: Jean Marie Bostic (Christopher), Margaret Lynn Wilson, Curtis Ray Wilson (Amanda), Melisa Anne Wilson Koehler (Cody) and Charles...

Howard Walter Simpers, 85 of Elkton, MD, passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Born in North East, MD, on September 28, 1938, he was the son of the late Howard L. and Alma Edna (Kist) Simpers. He was the husband of the late Ruby Simpers who passed July 1, 2012 and the late Gladys Blankenship who passed November 3, 2018. Prior to his retirement he worked as a self-employed drywall contractor. A longtime member of North East Church of God, he enjoyed music and playing his guitar. Survived by four daughters: Alma Jean Miller of North East, MD, Cerenia Johnson (Lou) of Orange Park, FL, Deborah Winder (Orlando) of Deland, FL and Colleen Simpers of Orange Park, FL; his stepchildren: Kenneth...

Susan "Susie" Diane Delaney passed peacefully in her home on February 12, 2024. She was on hospice care following a struggle with respiratory illness. She was also a breast cancer survivor. Susie was born in Lexington, Kentucky on August 12, 1956. In 2001, her husband Mike's career in the horse racing industry moved them to Elkton, Maryland, where all of their children soon followed. Susie was a devoted mother, wife, and grandmother. Her joys were horse racing, shopping, Western books and movies, and above all else, spending time with her loved ones. She had an infectious smile and laugh and her family will miss her beyond measure. Susie is survived by her husband, Michael Hoy Delaney,...

Lois M. Macomber, 87 of Elkton, MD, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2024 in the Abbey Manor Assisted Living, Elkton, MD. Born in WV, on April 15, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Walter William and Esta Leona (White) McKaee. She was the wife of the late Otis R. Macomber, Jr. who passed November 9, 2012. Prior to her retirement, Lois was a nurse at Perry Point VA Medical Center. She enjoyed boating in her spare time. She is survived by two sons: Steve Macomber of Earleville, MD and Mike Macomber of Bel Air, MD; grandchildren: Robert Macomber, Zachary Macomber, Kendall Abrecht, Karley Nawrocki; and great grandchildren: Easton and Emersyn Abrecht, Lily and Lyla Macomber and Graham...

Donald Stephen Lockard, 86 of Elkton, MD, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024 at home, surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong resident of Elkton, he was born on September 17, 1937, the son of the late Mae Vanders. Donald served his country proudly in the MD National Guard. Prior to his retirement, he worked as a meat cutter for Buckworth's Market, Santonio's and Food Lion. He loved the outdoors and working with his hands, especially woodworking and tinkering on everything and anything, as well as working around his pond. He loved the company of his dog, Lucky. "Donnie" was most thankful for his family. Survivors include his beloved wife of nearly 65 years: Wilma J. Lockard;...

Joann Grace Porter, 91 of Frostburg, MD, formerly of Rising Sun, MD, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024. She was born in Penns Grove, NJ, on April 21, 1932. Joann was blessed with the heart of a homemaker through and through. Her hobbies included crocheting and gardening. She loved crocheting blankets for her family and friends, and could keep any plant in the world alive. She had the greenest of thumbs. Joann was a member of the Jehovah Witness faith since 1963. She was a devoted servant in her faith. She is preceded in death by her husband: Nathan W. Porter of Port Deposit; her parents: Joseph and Louise Kille of Chesapeake City; a brother: Frederick Kille of Cherry Hill; her...

Thomas Henry Mentrak, Jr, 58 of Elkton, MD, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at home. Born in Syracuse, NY, on October 7, 1965, he was the son of the late Thomas H. Mentrak and Louise (Randall) Mentrak. He worked as a small engine mechanic for Tri-State Battery. Tom was a member of the John B. Wockenfuss Strat-O-Matic Baseball League. He was a member of the Choral Union, Men's Chorus for the University of DE and had the privilege to sing at Carnegie Hall. Tom was also a 4th degree black belt in karate and was an instructor for Rising Sun Martial Arts until 2020. Also, an avid bowler, Tom had a 300 game and an 800 series in an American Bowling Congress sanctioned league. His...

Walter K. Long, Jr., 78 of Rising Sun, MD, passed away at home Wednesday, January 10, 2024. Born in Elkton, MD, on January 21, 1945, he was the son of the late, Doris (Jarrett) and Walter "Jimmy" K. Long, Sr. He retired from General Motors, Boxwood Plant as a Supervisor after 30 years of service. He previously served as the Assistant Fire Chief of Chesapeake City Fire Company. Walter was a jack of all trades and loved helping others. He enjoyed fishing, crabbing and especially his grandchildren. Walter is survived by his loving wife of 49 years: Linda (McNatt) Long of Rising Sun, MD; his children: Kathleen Cooper (Rick) of NV, James Long (Tammy) of Newark, DE, Pamela Poole of Elkton,...

Nancy "Lynn" Dabler, of Colora, MD, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024, in her home surrounded by her family. Lynn was born in Elkton, MD on February 22, 1952 and grew up in North East. She was the daughter of the late James T. Poore. Sr and Agnes M. Poore, also of North East, MD. Lynn will be forever remembered for her fierce love of family and friends. An amazing cook, she loved hosting family dinners and celebrations for her loved ones. Her homemade rolls and desserts were legendary. Lynn never met a stranger and could lighten a room with her beautiful smile. An avid Baltimore Ravens fan, she was known to coach the team from her favorite recliner in boisterous fashion. After her...

Lillian May Poore "Mazie", 99 of Charlestown, MD, passed away Friday, January 5, 2024 at Elkton Nursing and Rehab Center, Elkton, MD. Born in North East, MD, on June 30, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Walter Spry and Advana May (Alexander) Culley. She was a lifetime member of the North East VFW Post 6027, North East, MD. She loved cooking, camping and her dog, Pierr?. Mazie is survived by her son: William Gibson (Jean); 3 grandchildren: Ricky Gibson (Delores), Ine May and Tana Maynard; 12 great grandchildren; 12 great-great grandchildren; 1 great-great-great granddaughter; nieces and nephews; son-in-law: Richard Gestewitz, Sr. and his grandchildren: Chad and Cammie Gestewitz; and...

Dianna Marie Vance, 66 of North East, MD, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in DE, on January 22, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Charles Luther and Garnett Marie (Sizemore) Hutchens. Dianna worked at Happy Harry's in North East, MD as a cashier. She had previously worked as an assistant manager at Movie King. She was a member of North East Church of God; loved watching movies, her favorites were Christmas movies and Disney movies, enjoyed singing and music, and liked listening to Elvis, Madonna, Pat Benatar, the Beatles and the Monkees. Survivors include her beloved husband of 50 years: Carl "Junior" Vance; one son: Carl Michael...

Ellen A. Van Sice, 90 of Port Deposit, MD, passed away at home Friday, December 22, 2023 with her best friend and daughter, Lisa Cliento by her side. Born in Tacoma, WA, on December 1, 1933, she was the daughter of the late John Albert and Myrtle Emma (Henderson) Anderson. She was the wife of the late, David E. Van Sice who passed on December 18, 2019. She enjoyed gardening, baking, bowling and laughing with her friends and family. Ellen was a devoted Mother, Wife and Grandmom. Especially to her grandson, Colton Cilento, her little buddy and the apple of her eye. Ellen is survived by her children: Lisa Cilento, Christy Carroll, Deborah Betancort and Lisa Tompkins; 5 grandchildren and 1...