All Obituaries

Ann T. Fleetwood of Hockessin, DE, formerly of Seaford, DE, 90, died peacefully on Thursday, July 30, at Seasons Hospice at Christiana Hospital.  Ann was a beautician for over 25 years as owner of Ann’s Beauty Shop in Seaford.  After that she entered the food service industry as the assistant manager of the DuPont cafeteria.  She and her first husband, Arthur Lee Fleetwood, retired on the same day in 1986 to enjoy travelling and renovating their homes.  Ann and Lee...

On Friday, July 24, 2020, Mary Sanders Rendon passed away peacefully in her home. Mary was born to Charles and Francis Martin on February 23, 1940, in Providence Rhodes island. After graduating from high school, Mary earned her Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Degree and served in diverse medical settings such as Burn Centers, Psychological Wards, and Neonatal Units. After moving to Delaware with her late husband James Sanders, Mary earned her Registered Nursing (RN) degree from Delaware...

Norman Edward Derrickson went to heaven on July 29, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was born April 7, 1929 at home in Ocean View, Delaware to William and Edna Derrickson. He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Pauline Derrickson Tyre, and his first wife, Christina “Marie” Lowry Derrickson, of 55 years. He is survived by his current wife of 5 years, Shirley Metz Derrickson, sisters Marie Schmierer and Grace Evans (Wallace), children Tracey Derrickson (Kim) and Norma...

  Ben A. Peterson Jr. of Seaford passed away on July 24, 2020.  He was born June 8, 1938, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.  He attended Seaford High School and graduated from Sanford Preparatory School in Wilmington and was a U S Navy veteran.  Ben was a longtime member of St. Lukes Episcopal Church. He was the son of the late Ben A. Peterson and Denise L. Peterson.  Ben is survived by his wife, Grace S. Peterson, of 57 years, a daughter Robin P. Matthews and a son,...

  Constance Lee Carmean Peterson, known to all as Connie, age 83, wife of the late Richard C. Peterson of Seaford, DE, passed away July 23, 2020 at Loftland Park Center.   Connie was born in Millsboro, DE on January 3, 1937 to the late Oscar James Carmean and Helen Donaway Carmean. Connie graduated from Laurel High School where she was proud to be a Bulldog! She remained an active member of the Laurel Alumni Association and kept in close contact with many of her 1954 classmates,...

            Joseph Stephen Hoeler, age 42, of Seaford, DE passed away on March 25, 2020. Beloved Son of Maureen  Hoeler, Gerard  Hoeler, and  Joseph Webster, brother of Scott  Hoeler. He was also survived by his Nana, Carol Stephan. He was a nephew to many Aunts and Uncles and cousin to many....

Shelia K. Austin, age 73, of Seaford, DE passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2020.           Shelia managed the dining room at the Methodist Manor House in Seaford for 43 years.           She was preceded in death by her husband, James Austin Sr, her parents Bernard & Mary Honaker, 2 brothers, Billy & Charlie Honaker, a sister, Mahoda Shrader and a daughter, Sharon...

  William (Bill) Lamb, Age 95, Passed Away July 12, 2020 Formerly of Wilmington, Bill was born in Greensboro NC, son of Charles Edward and Rachel Rambo Lamb on October 5th, 1924.  After serving three years in the Army during WWII, he moved to Wilmington where he was employed at the General Motors Plant for 37 years, retiring as Superintendent in the Production Dept. in 1992. Bill married the love of his life, Jane, on April 16, 1949. Together they travelled and enjoyed life to...

Marion J. Mack, age 94, formally of Seaford DE., went home to be with the Lord on June 30th, 2020.  Mrs. Mack was born in Lorain, Ohio on April 3rd, 1926.    She was the wife of Rev. Kenneth N. Mack, who proceeded her in death.  Marion and her husband were church starters with Fellowship of Baptist for Home Missions in Elyria, Ohio. Rev. Mack pastored 6 churches. Mrs. Mack faithfully taught Sunday school, played the piano, printed the bulletin, and ministered for...

    Zeb W. “Bill” Petrea, Jr, age 81, of Seaford, DE passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2020.           Bill owned and operated Petrea & Son Oil Co. and BP gas stations in Seaford and Bridgeville.  He graduated from Seaford High School in 1956 and was a member of the 1955 undefeated football team.  He loved car shows and restored a 1929 AA fuel tanker...