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Michele F. Sanders-Milbourne, 66, of Elkton, MD passed away Friday, November 24, 2023. Born in Baltimore, MD on December 14, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Michael Alexander Sager and Annette Martha Cybulski. Mrs. Sanders-Milbourne was a floral designer and had previously worked as an inventory specialist in the food industry. She loved being with her family, an avid animal lover, enjoyed watching her favorite show "Super Natural & Character Dean", and loved being at the ocean, especially Ocean City. Survivors include her loving husband of 23 years, James H. Milbourne; children, Larry Sanders (Toni), Jessica Backus (Chauncey); grandchildren, Eternity Sanders, Siena Sanders,...

Grace Malinda Pursley, 94, of Elkton MD passed away Friday, November 24, 2023. Born in Elkton on November 26, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Elizabeth Moore Spratt. Mrs. Pursley, a certified nursing assistant, retired from the Cecil County Health Department. A member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Ladies Auxiliary of Union Hospital, where she assisted in the Good as New Shop, and also participated in the Red Hat Society, the Cecil County Farm Museum and Union Quilt Ladies. Mrs. Pursley was also a supporter of Shriners Hospital for Children. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Pursley was preceded in death by her husband, William F. Pursley and her sister,...

David Lee Sentman, Sr., 91, of Elkton, MD passed away Monday, November 20, 2023. Born in Elkton on March 30, 1932, he was the son of the late John M. and Katherine Miller Sentman. Mr. Sentman was an avid athlete growing up, playing football, basketball and baseball earning 9 varsity letters at Elkton High School, as well as playing at Charlotte Hall Military Academy. While in the Boy Scouts, he earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Following school, he joined the Maryland National Guard and then volunteered for active duty in the U.S. Army during the Korean war, serving from 1950 to 1956. Following his military service, Mr. Sentman graduated from Goldey Beacom with a business degree, and...

Beverly Harrison Tozer, 79, of Elkton, MD passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023. Born in Independence, MO on December 21, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John Oscar Harrison and Virginia Elizabeth Schwalje. Beverly retired as a drug and alcohol counselor. After retirement she spent numerous days substitute teaching at CCPS elementary schools. Bev enjoyed visiting new places, by plane or cruise ship. Most of all, she loved Ocean City and Wildwood, NJ. Beverly started each day with an hour of quiet prayer. Her life centered on loving God, her husband, her family, and friends. She had an aura of caring kindness that lightened the hearts of strangers. For fifteen years Bev employed...

Donald Neal Sentman Jr. "Neal" age 73, of Chesapeake City, MD, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023 in the company of his best friend and son, Dutch Sentman. Born in Elkton, MD on June 2, 1950, he is the son of Elizabeth A. DiPaola Sentman and the late Donald N. Sentman, Sr. Neal went to Immaculate Conception Grade School then on to Salesianum School graduating in 1969. He attended the University of Maryland in College Park, MD graduating in 1973 with a business degree and completing his ROTC training there as well. He began a lifelong career in the family business, Sentman Distributors Inc., specializing in fixing their draft systems, and retiring after 55 years with the company. Neal...

Edwin Franklin Pearthree, Jr., 81, of Elkton, MD passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023. Born in Cambridge, MD on February 27, 1942, he was the son of the late Edwin F., Sr. and Estella Hoffman Pearthree. A U.S. Air Force veteran, Mr. Pearthree was a Russian Linguist for the Intelligence Service in Germany during the Cold War. He retired as a Construction Superintendent specializing in bridge construction and had been a member of the American Legion Mason Dixon Post 194 in Rising Sun, MD. Well known for his wit and sarcasm, he enjoyed fishing and time spent on his porch watching the birds. Survivors include his children, Linda Pearthree (Tina), Edwin Pearthree (Anne), all of Chesapeake...

Joan Helen Nacman, of Sheridan, WY, peacefully passed away November 9, 2023. Born in Brooklyn, NY on November 3, 1930 to the late Frederick and Helen Mason Blomquist. Joan dedicated 34 years of her life to the field of education, working as an elementary school teacher and reading specialist. She was passionate about nurturing young minds and helping them develop a love for learning, also a lifelong member of Old Apostolic Lutheran Church. Survivors include her siblings, Neal Blomquist (Irma), Battle Ground, WA, Charles Blomquist (Caroline), Nancy Johnston, Grace Davis, all of Duluth, MN, Kathleen Hendrickson (Ray), Woodland, WA; numerous nieces and nephews whom she loved and worried about...

James P. Smith, Jr. "J.P.", 66, of Elkton, MD, passed away November 5, 2023. Born on November 6, 1956, he was the son of the late James Paul and Mary Ellen Vance Smith. Mr. Smith retired from DuPont in the shipping and receiving department. He loved his family and was very passionate about playing softball as he played on the Senior Softball team winning the World Series in 2016. Mr. Smith was an active member of Crossroads Bible Church and enjoyed fishing and camping in his spare time. Survivors include his loving wife of 43 years, Sharon Kay Shephard Smith; children, Tiffany Smith, Thomas "T.J." Smith (Crystal), both of Elkton, MD; grandchildren, Gabrielle, Kayleigh, Layden, Madison,...

Frederick Wilson Hill, 95, of Elk Mills, MD, went to be with his Lord, surrounded by his loving family on November 1, 2023. Born on March 1, 1928, he was the son of the late Fred LaForest Hill and Helen Hope Dennison Weyant. A U.S. Coast Guard veteran of WWII, Mr. Hill retired as a Supervisor from Chrysler after 30 years. Following retirement, he worked various jobs, including but not limited to Williams Automotive, Elkton, MD, W. L. Gore & Associates, Elk Mills site, and Home Depot, Newark, DE. He was an avid gardener, Baltimore Orioles and Raven's fan and WWII aficionado who enjoyed reading, woodworking and fishing, but most of all, spending time with his family. Survivors include...

Terry Lynn Zygmunt, 66, of Newark, DE, passed away on October 17, 2023. Born in Elkton, MD on September 10, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Manda Privett Hooks. Ms. Zygmunt was a homemaker, and in her spare time she enjoyed cooking, keeping up with her home, being a Mom-Mom to her 7 grandchildren, was known for always putting others first and helping whomever she could in need. Survivors include her children, Ashlie Zygmunt (Daniel Vargas), Brandon Zygmunt, Crystal Day, all of Newark, DE; step-daughter, Lauren Day, Delaware City, DE; grandchildren, Alecia, Antonio, Daniel, Tiara, Cristian, AuBree, Vincent; sisters, Loretta Moore (Walt), Clayton, DE, Shelby Richmond,...

Robert Goldsborough Litzenberg, Jr., 84, of Elkton, MD passed away Friday, October 13, 2023. Born in Elkton on December 31, 1938, he was the son of the late Robert Goldsborough and Esther Garrett Litzenberg. A U.S. Army veteran, Mr. Litzenberg retired as a painting contractor, and was the owner of his own business. He was the Chairman of the Board of North Street Hotel Coffee Club World Office in Elkton, and was also a member of the American Legion Cecil Post 15 Elkton, Loyal Order of Moose Elkton Lodge 851, Cherry Hill, Elkton Lions Club, Leeds United Methodist Church and Elkton Jaycees. In his spare time he enjoyed duck/goose hunting, fishing, crabbing, dancing, and golfing at Brantwood...

Sister Susan Louise Eder, OSFS, age 69, entered eternal life on Friday, October 13. She was born in Elkton, the daughter of the late James and Nancy (Beamer) Eder. Sister professed vows as an Oblate Sister in 1974 and began her career as an educator. Sister's long teaching ministry included Mount Aviat, St. Anthony of Padua, and St. Bernadette School (Drexel Hill). In 1998 Sister became the founding principal of Holy Cross Academy, Fredericksburg, VA. Under Sister's leadership that spanned 21 years, the school earned Accreditation and was named a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. In 2019 Sister began her service as principal at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Towson. Sister saw beauty...

John Daniel Cooney, Sr., 84, of Elkton, MD, passed away on October 13, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, PA on March 24, 1939, he was the son of the late Patrick and Evelyn Corsack Cooney. A U.S. Army veteran, Mr. Cooney retired as a mechanic. He was a member of the Newark VFW, and he enjoyed dancing and singing. Survivors include his loving wife of 20 years, Nancy J. Neyman Cooney; children, John D. Cooney, Jr., Brian Cooney, Vincent Cooney, Laura Jane Cooney-Estes; step-children, Laura Jean Carbonetta, Margaret Ann Stanley, Arthur Lee Reynolds; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Patrick, Dennis, Anne, and Bonnie. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Reginald Davis, 61, of Elkton, MD, passed away on October 10, 2023. Born in Baltimore, MD on June 7, 1962, he was the son of the late Joe and Virginia Davis. Reggie was a dedicated member of the Elkton community. A kind and caring man, he was always ready to help anyone in need. Survivors include his two sons, Reginald and Damien; four sisters; one brother; and fianc?, Cindy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cornelia. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or to St. Jude Children's Hospital, in care of Hicks Home for Funerals at 103 W. Stockton St., Elkton, MD 21921. Hickshomeforfunerals.com

Elizabeth "Betty" J. Lane, 86, a lifelong resident of Elkton, MD, passed away on October 6, 2023. Born on April 17, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Edward Herman and Elizabeth "Daisy" Paris Fischer. Mrs. Lane was a homemaker and in her spare time she had been a Tupperware Representative. Survivors include her children, Dr. Richard A. Lane (Cindy), Oak Island, NC, Rory A. Lane (Tina), Robin A. Cragle (Andy), Rhonda A. Shultz (Brian), and Regina A. Lane, all of Elkton, MD; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; sisters, Nancy Caldwell and Mary Rea, both of Elkton, MD. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 42 years, Howard A....

David Holmes, 79, a lifelong resident of Elkton, MD, passed away on October 4, 2023. Born on September 28, 1944, he was the son of the late George and Myrtle Shivery Holmes. A U.S. Army Veteran, Mr. Holmes retired after 23 years as a machine operator from Terumo Medical. He was a member of the Elkton VFW #8175, an avid sports fan, loved fishing, being outdoors, and spending quality time with his granddaughters. Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years, Patricia Kennedy Holmes; his son, Michael David Holmes, Elkton, MD; granddaughters, Amy, Jillian, and Madeline; siblings, Richard Holmes, Elkton, MD, Mary Ellen Bragg, Chesapeake City, MD, and Sharon Richardson, Laurel, DE. In...

Ethel Arlene Groves Brandon, well known as Rusty, 97, of Elkton, MD, passed away on October 3, 2023. Born in Kent County, MD on June 26, 1926, she was the daughter of the late William Benjamin and Catherine Cooper Roe Groves. Rusty was a 1943 graduate of Chestertown High School, where she was the president of the Etiquette Club, and a 1947 graduate of the University of Maryland School of Nursing. She was the night supervisor at Delaware State Hospital in the late 1950's and retired after 35 years as the night supervisor at Union Hospital in Elkton, MD, a time when the hospital did not staff clinical specialists 24/7. She provided coverage in the "accident ward", labor and delivery, and the...

Ethel Arlene Groves Brandon, well known as Rusty, 97, of Elkton, MD, passed away on October 3, 2023. Born in Kent County, MD on June 26, 1926, she was the daughter of the late William Benjamin and Catherine Cooper Roe Groves. Rusty was a 1943 graduate of Chestertown High School, where she was the president of the Etiquette Club, and a 1947 graduate of the University of Maryland School of Nursing. She was the night supervisor at Delaware State Hospital in the late 1950's and retired after 35 years as the night supervisor at Union Hospital in Elkton, MD, a time when the hospital did not staff clinical specialists 24/7. She provided coverage in the "accident ward", labor and delivery, and the...

Kennith Eugene Cline, 79, of Elkton, MD, passed away on September 28, 2023. Born in Marion, VA on February 5, 1944, he was the son of the late Walter E. and Susie Grubb Cline. A U.S. Air Force Veteran, Mr. Cline retired as a Sales Representative in the automotive retail industry from NAPA. He enjoyed painting and gardening in his spare time. Survivors include his loving wife of 15 years, Nancy Cline; his son, Michael E. Cline (Michelle), Clayton, DE; granddaughters, Brianna and Sydney; and nephew, Shaun Bandy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Susan J. Walter. Funeral service will be held 11 AM, Thursday, October 5, 2023 at Hicks Home for Funerals, 103...

William James McCarthy, 104, of Elkton, MD, passed away on September 28, 2023. Born in Escanaba, MI on September 16, 1919, he was the son of the late John Joseph and Laura Quinn McCarthy. A WWII U.S. Army Air Force veteran, Mr. McCarthy retired after 38 years as the Chief of Supply Service for the Department of Veteran's Affairs, having worked for Perry Point VA Hospital, Perryville, MD and Iron Mountain VA Hospital, Iron Mountain, MI. He had served on the Board of Director's for 10 years for Union Hospital. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 2427, American Legion Post 135 of Perryville, and the Elks. In his spare time, Mr. McCarthy enjoyed golfing, gardening, playing cards,...

James "Flash" Wallace Connolly, Sr., 82, of Naples FL, passed away on September 21, 2023. Born in Scranton, PA on December 23, 1940, he was the son of the late Charles and Louisa Marcy Connolly. Mr. Connolly retired after 30 years as a mechanic for Holt Cargo in Philadelphia, PA. He was an avid fisherman and loved crabbing. A train collector in his early years, he was also a member of the Moose Lodge in Fort Myers, FL. Survivors include his wife of 24 years, Elaine A. Connolly; children, Debra Connolly Shearer (Robert), Mullica Hill, NJ, Catherine Connolly (Robert), Hi-Nella, NJ, James W. Connolly, Jr.(Dorothea), Naples, FL; step-children, Gail Stone (Jay), Jeffrey Mills, both of Mullica...