All Obituaries

Michael John Fagan, affectionately known to many as “the Iron Man,” passed away peacefully, June 28, 2026. Born on July 22, 1946, in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, Michael possessed a vibrant personality and a creative mind that lent itself to fantastic storylines, quick wit, and a perpetual readiness to share a joke. He truly loved to laugh and bring joy to those around him. Michael served his country in the United States Navy as a Quartermaster, a chapter of his life that included ...

Keith Hallowell Hubbard, 78, of Seaford, Delaware, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him as a man who built a life centered on faithfulness to his family, dedication to his work, and genuine kindness toward others. Born on May 16, 1948, in Easton, Maryland, Keith was the son of Emerson and Margaret “Peggy” Hubbard. At the age of 8, he moved with his family to Seaford, Delaware, a town he ...

John Franklin Farquhar, 89, of Seaford, Delaware, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of learning, leadership, and service to his family and community. Born on December 28, 1936, in Charlottesville, Virginia, John was the son of Bruce and Katherine Farquhar. He graduated from Kennett High School in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, in 1954 and earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Gettysburg College in 1958, where he played collegiate soccer and ...

Jack Dempsey Crossman JR, 75, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, after a short battle with cancer on June 27, 2026. He was born on August 29, 1950, to Jack Crossman Sr and Gertrude (Jones) Crossman. Jack graduated from Seaford High School, class of 1968, and went on to become an electrician. He worked for the Fluor Daniel Corporation and the Mundy Company at DuPont for many years. Jack lived his entire life in the town of Seaford and loved the outdoors. He would ...

Howard “Burr” Lee Paisley, age 87, of Seaford, DE, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026. Howard was born in West Chester, PA on June 26, 1938, the son of the late Wilder and Ruth Paisley. Howard had many hobbies including riding motorcycles, boating, racing cars (stock cars), and he owned harness racing horses that ran races at Harrington and Dover racetracks. Howard was an avid beer drinker, with his drink of choice being a Miller Lite. Howard worked hard and played ...

Ethel Baylis Ellingsworth of Seaford passed away June 24, 2026.  She was born March 21, 1943, to parents Clifford and Mamie Baylis. Her parents and brother Norman Baylis taught her about the importance of education, family, and laughter. She graduated as the Valedictorian in 1961 from Bridgeville High School and then earned her elementary education degree from the University of Delaware in 1965. Upon graduation, she began a long career teaching fourth grade at South Elementary in ...

William K. Dukes of Seaford, Delaware, passed away peacefully at home on June 16, 2026, at the age of 89. He was born on December 24, 1936, to Kenneth and Alma Dukes in Seaford, Delaware. After graduating from Seaford High School, Bill worked for many years managing E.S. Adkins Lumber Yard in Seaford as well as working on the family farm. He married Jacqueline White in 1958, and together they shared 68 wonderful years. Bill enjoyed spending time with family and working with his hands and ...

Peggy Joyce Hysan (Yoho), born on May 5, 1941, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. Peggy was preceded in death by her loving and wonderful husband, Stuart “Stu” Hysan, with whom she shared 61 beautiful years of marriage. Their bond was built on love, commitment, and devotion, serving as an inspiration to all who knew them. We find comfort in ...

Patricia “Pat” Ann Brackett, age 78, a woman of grace, strength and boundless love passed away peacefully June 17, 2026, in Seaford, DE. She was born on Aug 18, 1947, the daughter of the late Clarkson and Arlene Charles. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She had a beautiful heart and a smile that would light up any room. Pat was a 1965 graduate of Boonsboro Senior High where she met the love of her life, the late James (Mickey) Brackett. Pat ...

James E. “Jimmy” Lambden, of Seaford, took his final checkered flag on Friday, May 15, 2026, surrounded by the family and caregivers who loved him fiercely. Born January 23, 1936, Jimmy entered this world as the firstborn son and never strayed far from the family farm he loved so deeply — in fact, he spent his entire life there, right up until the very end. And if you knew Jimmy, you know there was no other place he would’ve wanted to be. Jimmy was many things in his ...