Milton T. Ayers, 78, of Millsboro, Del., passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, Del. He was born in Belle Haven, Va., on Jan., 23, 1940, to the late Isaac Ayers and Rachel West Ayers.

Ayers retired from work as a mechanic with the State of Delaware Highway Department, after approximately 39 years.

In addition to his parents, Ayers was also preceded in death by his wife, Vida B. Ayers, in 2004; a son, Billy G. Johnson, in 2017; and his siblings, Lillie, DeLois, Jeanette, Hattie, Elizabeth, Magdelene and Joseph. He is survived by two sons, Milton T. Ayers, Jr. of Milford, Del., and Ronnell Ayers of Millsboro; a special granddaughter whom he raised as his own, Dishonda Boyers, along with her children, Joshua, Ja’Riah, Terreana and Ta’Keah; six more grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A funeral service was to be held May 1, 2018, at Friendship United Methodist Church in Millsboro, Del. Flowers were welcome. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Grace Milishie Andrews, 89, of Frankford, Del., departed this life on April 21, 2018, surrounded by her loving family, at her home. She was born on May 9, 1928, in Wattsville in Accomack County, Va., daughter of John Lee Broughton and Annie Marshall-Broughton.

Andrews attended public schools in Wattsville and continued her education in Millsboro, Del., upon moving there. In Delaware, she met William Andrews, and they were joined in holy matrimony in July of 1951.

Andrews worked 40 years for the Hon. Judge Isaac Short of Georgetown, Del., retiring in 2014. She was a member of St. John 2nd Baptist Church, which she attended for several years. She loved singing in the church choir, cooking, doing word puzzles and sewing. She was always a caring and loving mother and grandmother.

Andrews was preceded in death by her husband, William Andrews; two sons, David and Daniel Andrews; and a grandson, Keywine West. She leaves to cherish her memory three sons, William Andrews Jr. of Frankford, Gary Andrews of Georgetown and Dale Andrews of New Jersey; a daughter, Carolyn Andrews-Bailey and her husband, Tyrone, of Millsboro; 18 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives; as well as her church family.

Services were to be held April 28, 2018, at St. John 2nd Baptist Church in Millsboro, Del., with burial in the church cemetery.

Andrew “Jay” Willey, 56, of Millsboro, Del. passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, April 30, 2018, at his home.

Willey graduated from Sussex Central High School, in the Class of 1980. He was a talented cabinet maker with Delaware Cabinet Brokers before his disability 15 years ago. He loved fishing, hunting, woodworking and spending time with his family.

Willey was preceded in death by his loving wife, Donna Kay Willey, in 2015. He is survived by his two sons, Andrew M. Willey and Adam M. Willey, both of Millsboro; his grandson, Jacob Andrew Willey; his mother and father, Gerald and Ella McCabe of Millsboro, Del.; two sisters, Ginny Nangle and her husband, John, of Dagsboro, Del., and Patricia Moore and her husband, David, of Millsboro; and his mother-in-law, Virginia Taylor, of Seaford, Del.

Services and burial were to be held privately, at Millsboro (Del.) Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Margaret Frances Simpson, 99, of Millsboro, Del. formerly of Wilmington, Del., passed away peacefully on May 6, 2018. Born on Aug. 28, 1918, in Stockton, Md., this was her 100th year.

Simpson was a woman of strong faith. After raising her family in Wilmington, she spent the last nearly 50 years “at the beach” in Delaware, where she was instrumental as a charter member of the Long Neck United Methodist Church. She took great pride in raising money through yard sales, bake sales and chicken-and-dumpling dinners, to help raise money for the church building fund.

Simpson loved planting flowers, raising vegetables and birdwatching with her great love, Lesley — the perfect cat! She was an avid reader, and enjoyed visits from friends and relatives. She had a steady stream of grandchildren in the summer visiting “Mom Mom” and “Pop Pop.” She was always happy to cook up your catch of the day, as long as someone cleaned the fish.

She was known for her cooking. She would start in the kitchen early to prepare food for anyone hungry. She loved baking bread and cooking for holidays. She was still preparing food for this past Thanksgiving and Christmas. Her family loved the slippery dumplings.

Simpson was preceded in death by her husband, Carroll B. Simpson; her parents, Florence Priscilla and William Henry Dryden; and her sons-in-law Stanley McMinn and William Bernard; as well as her 13 brothers and sisters.

Simpson is survived by her four daughters, Carole Ann McMinn, Joan Bernard, Priscilla Parker and her husband, James, and Susan LaFontaine and her husband, Roy; her grandchildren, William McMinn, Robert McMinn, Michael McMinn, Stephen McMinn, Ted Elder, Susan Liebesman, Amy Elliott and Jamie Parker; many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and good friends; and Lesley, her cat.

A visitation will be held Friday, May 11, 2018, at 9:30 a.m., with the funeral at 10:30 a.m., at the Long Neck U.M. Church, 32051 Long Neck Road Millsboro, Del. Graveside services will follow at 3 p.m. at Gracelawn Memorial Park in New Castle, Del. Flowers are welcomed, as are memorial contributions to Delaware Hospice Center; 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19963. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

John Roy “Mickey” McIntosh, 85, born April 20, 1933, passed away on April 29, 2018, in a peaceful, loving environment.

McIntosh grew up in Chicago, Ill., and graduated from Roosevelt University with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He received his master’s degree in guidance and counseling from the University of Chicago. He was a guidance counselor at Horace Mann High School in Gary, Ind., and then attended Purdue University and earned a doctorate in school administration. Of note, McIntosh participated in the 1963 civil rights march in Washington, D.C.

In 1972, he was hired as an assistant principal by the Newark School District in Newark, Del. He was ultimately the principal of Newark High School before becoming the assistant director of the Delaware Autism Program.

While working in the school district, McIntosh also was in the Air Force Reserves as a med tech for 21 years. He loved the Air Force and all the friends he made there. While in the Reserves, he served in Operation Desert Storm. While in the Army, he had served during the post-World War II years in Germany.

Upon retiring from the school district and the Air Force, McIntosh moved to Frankford, Del. He loved vacations, tennis, cycling and whitewater rafting. He absolutely loved to dance and had a wonderful voice.

In addition to his best friend and former wife, Marie McIntosh, he leaves behind his children, Karen Boyd, Marc McIntosh, Jeff McIntosh and Eve Tolefree, and their spouses; his grandchildren; his siblings, June Parker, Donald McIntosh, Riley McIntosh and Mona Lisa Clayton and a number of nieces and nephews.

Services and burial were to be private, at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro, Del. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Virginia Lee Hickman, 71, of Pittsville, Md., died Friday, May 4, 2018, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md. She was born in Bridgeville, Del., daughter of the late Norman Messick and Hannah (Mitchell) Messick.

Hickman was preceded in death by her brothers, James Messick, Ralph Messick, Norman Messick Jr. and Harold Messick, and a sister, Elizabelle Elliott. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, William M. Hickman Sr. of Pittsville; two daughters, Shari L. Baull of Frankford, Del., and Dawn Hickman Holloway and her husband Richard, of Berlin, Md.; a son, William M. Hickman Jr. and his fiancée, Jennifer Campbell, of Pittsville; four sisters, Marie Bertrand, Sandra Betts, Nancy Hammond and Doris Donaway; three brothers, Ray Messick, Ernest Messick and Gardner Messick; four grandchildren, Amber Peterson and her husband, Josh, Courtney Baull, Zachary Hickman and Anna Hickmanl; and four great-grandchildren, Landon, Emily, Lyndsey and Eli Peterson.

A memorial service was scheduled for May 10, 2018, at Bishop-Hastings Funeral Home, Selbyville, Del., with the Rev. Terry Fort officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Pittsville Vol. Fire Co.; P.O. Box 387; Pittsville, MD 21850. Condolences may be sent online at www.bishophastingsfh.com.

John P. Green Jr., 77, of Millsboro, Del., passed away peacefully, in the care of his loving family and Delaware Hospice, on Thursday, May 3, 2018. He was born Sept. 4, 1940, in Milford, Del., to the late J. Phillip Green Sr. and D. Maxine Luzier Green.

Green graduated from Millsboro High School in 1958 and served in the National Guard for six years. He was employed at Lasher Labs, Sterwin Labs and NCR, finally settling at Intervet, from which he retired in 2004 as a manager. He loved to play tennis and golf, and was an avid gardener and birdwatcher.

Green and his wife, Phyllis, were very active in the local Parkinson’s Support Group, where they met and made many great friendships with other patients and caregivers. Green rarely missed a Parkinson’s group meeting or fundraiser. He was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be greatly missed by everyone whose lives he touched through his love and kindness.

In addition to his parents, Green was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Darrell Coffelt. He is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Phyllis Baker Green; two daughters, Karen Green Reed and her husband, David Noel, of Millsboro, and Terry Green Mooney and her husband, Kenny, of Hurlock, Md.; his sister, Jeni L. Coffelt of Millsboro; five grandchildren, Alyssa Reed and her husband, Mark Albert, Brittany Reed and her husband, Nick Falkenstein, Danny Mooney, Kenny Mooney III and Kaitlin Hardican and her husband, Mike; 10 great-grandchildren; his beloved canine companion, Jodi; and many loving neighbors and friends.

A celebration of Green’s life will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at the Millsboro Fire Hall, 109 East State Street, Millsboro, Del. Interment will be private. In lieu of flower, the family suggested memorial donations to Delaware Hospice; 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19963, or to the American Cancer Society; P.O. Box 22718; Oklahoma City, OK 73123. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Albert Arnold Farley Sr., 76, of Georgetown, Del., formerly of Pennsylvania, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on April 27, 2018, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford, Del. He was born Aug. 9, 1942, in Burlington, N.J., to the late Albert E. Farley Jr. and Barbara Francis Van Leeuwen Farley. He lived in Sussex County for 45 years.

Farley was a veteran of the U.S. Naval Reserve and was called to active duty in the Navy on the U.S.S. Intrepid (CVS-11). He was a truck driver in his younger days and then progressed to being a service line mechanic for Perdue, from which he later retired. He loved old cars and was very skilled at working on them. On the side, he worked as an auto painter for Bill Collins’ body shop for many years and was a server for Meals on Wheels.

He was a hard-worker, and a loving companion, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, as well as a caring friend.

In addition to his parents, Farley was preceded by a son, John Charles Farley; a grandson, Austin Toomey; and a brother, Robert Masssaro. He is survived by his children Albert Farley Jr. and his wife, Brenda Lee, of Bethlehem, Pa., and Denise Shaffer of Quakertown, Pa.; his grandchildren, Karen Marie Farley, Jacob Charles Farley, Matthew and Heather Schaffer, Hailey Farley, Emma Farley and Lilly Farley; his companion of more than 30 years, Diana Toomey of Georgetown; his stepchildren, Harvey Toomey and his wife, Misty, also of Georgetown, and Stacy Toomey of Laurel, Del.; and numerous step-grandchildren, Michael and Jeremey Creppon, Desiree Smith, Destiny and Kody Hickman, Cheyanne Toomey, Khristian and Mckenzie Baker, Logan Creppon, Layne Creppon and Kaelynn Rich.

A memorial service is being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions to help offset medical and final expenses, either to Watson Funeral Home in Millsboro, Del., or via the GoFundMe.com account for Albert Farley. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Carol S. Chahine, 70, of West Fenwick Island, Del., passed away suddenly on April 28, 2018. Born to the late Vincent Smedira and Elsie (Brill) Smedira in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Aug. 22, 1947, she was a native of New York City. Her independent spirit, keen intelligence and natural sense of humor only grew throughout her life and continue to inspire those close to her.

Chahine was an accountant for Shoe Biz on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan in New York City before marrying her late husband, Kamal Chahine. After marriage, they moved to Northern Virginia, where they raised two sons, Jameil and Yousef.

Chahine worked for 13 years as an airline reservationist and was an avid traveler. A loving and supportive mother, she wanted her sons to have a wide experience of the world from a young age. Upon leaving the airlines, Chahine worked as a real estate agent before retiring to the West Fenwick area.

Fearless in expressing her (somehow always correct) opinions, Chahine and her powerful voice and uplifting laugh will be remembered by all who knew her.

Chahine was preceded in death by her sister, Diane Smedira. She is survived by her two cherished sons; her loving sisters Linda Coughlin and Laurie Greer, wife of Richard; her brother, Nicholas Smedira; and her beloved nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were to be held on May 2, 2018, at Chestnut Grove Cemetery in Herndon, Va.

Melissa B. Armstrong, 49, of Schwenksville, Pa., and formerly of Millsboro, Del., passed away on Monday, March 26, 2018, in the Neighborhood Hospice, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was born May 21, 1968, in Lewes, Del., daughter of Joanne Kandler and Henry James Johnson of Millsboro.

Armstrong was a 1986 graduate of Sussex Central High School. She was devoted to her husband and family. She was skilled at remodeling homes.

In addition to her husband of 17 years, Michael S. Armstrong, she is survived by five children, Tiffany Burton and Heather Burton of Dover, Del., David Burton of Washington, and Sean Armstrong and Madison Armstrong of Schwenksville, Pa.; a sister, Angela Vest and her husband, Ron, of Milford, Del.; and a niece, Lea. She was an animal lover, owning two horses, a donkey, a dog and cats.

A beautiful service was held at the New Hanover United Methodist Church, in Gilbertsville, Pa., on April 2, 2018. Memorial gifts may be made to the Neighborhood Hospice; 701 E. Marshall St.; West Chester, PA 19380.

Dorothy “Dot” Wright, 94, of Millsboro, Del., passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 5, 2018. She was born a leap-year baby and grew up as a farm girl in the Easton, Md., area. She often joked that since she only had a birthday every four years, she was still in her 20s.

Wright lived many places, had many adventures and made many lasting friends. She was a great mother and wife, who had a special love of birds, nature, cooking and puzzles.

Wright was preceded in death by her loving husband of 69 years, James O Wright Jr.; her parents, John and Elva Mulder; her brothers, Cornelius, Malcolm and J.B.; and her sister, Emily. Surviving her are her children, James Wright and his wife, Tina, of Millsboro, Ann Wright of Albuquerque, N.M., and William Wright of Rising Sun, Md.; her grandsons, James Wright, T.J. Bowerman and William Wright Jr.; and her visiting angel and friend, Delphine Blake.

Interment was to be private. A gathering of friends and family will be held on Sunday, May 20, 2018, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Baywood Pool Community Center, 32716 Greens Way, Millsboro, Del. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations were requested to Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Deborah L. “Debbie” Ward, 67, of Georgetown, Del., passed away while a patient at Harbor Healthcare & Rehabilitation in Lewes, Del., on Sunday, May 13, 2018. She was born in Milford, Del., on Dec. 4, 1950, to the late Norman E. and Barbara A. Betts Ward.

Ward had retired recently from work as an administrative assistant for Vector Security. She enjoyed watching NASCAR and professional football. She was also fond of computer games, crossword puzzles, Sudoku, fishing and eating seafood. She will be dearly missed.

Ward is survived by a sister, Carol Ann Lunn, and her husband, Casey, of Dover, Del.; an aunt, Patricia Ann Waters, and her husband, Tom, of Milford; a nephew, Allen Lunn of Charlotte, N.C.; a niece, Barbara Lunn of Virginia Beach, Va.; two cousins, Donald Betts and Michael Webb; and many friends and extended family members.

Services were to be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial donations to Cheer Meals on Wheels; 546 South Bedford St.; Georgetown, DE 19947. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Ollie Mae Toomey, 72, of Laurel, Del., and formerly of Sparta, Tenn., passed away at home, in the care of her family, on Monday, May 7, 2018. She was born Oct. 23, 1945, to the late Herman and Mary Conley Dilldine in Sparta, Tenn.

She married Walter F. Toomey and raised four daughters. He preceded her in death in 2013, after 52 years of marriage.

Toomey retired from Townsend’s after serving on the vaccination crew. She loved watching “her stories” on TV and was a homebody. She loved to spend time with her family, but was definitely in charge of directing the cooking, was strong willed and “a real pistol.” All of it was in love, as she was devoted to her family, as well as her beloved dog, Rusty.

She is survived by her daughters, Kathy Ann “Kat” Toomey and her companion, Jerry Miller Sr., of Laurel, Del., Ethel Mae “Ducky” Mitchell of Millsboro, Lori “Boney” Hensley and her husband, Lonnie, of Laurel, and Theresa Jenkins and her husband Paul Jenkins Sr., of Georgetown, Del.; two sisters, Peggy Klumb of Archdale, N.C., and Treva Johnson of Franklinville, N.C.; three brothers, Carl Dilldine of Ashboro, N.C., Charles Earl Dilldine of Archdale and Harold Jean Dilldine of Archdale; eight grandchildren, Terry W. Toomey, Jerry W. Miller Jr., Carrie L. Toomey, Tracey M. Toomey, Misty L. Toomey, Mellisa A. Toomey, Paul A Jenkins Jr. and Mindy S. Jenkins; 14 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Interment and arrangements were to be private. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Janice Elaine Johnson, 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 13, 2018, at her home in Millsboro, Del., after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Milford, Del., on Sept. 24, 1943.

Johnson worked for Solo Cup as a trainer. She enjoyed the casinos, going to the beach, barbecues and family gatherings. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed.

Johnson is survived by her loving and dedicated husband, Henry “Jimmy” Johnson; her children, Joey Dorey and Tammy Alexander; her stepchildren, Cheryl Dryden, Steven Knowles, Robert Knowles and William Knowles; 15 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren.

A funeral service was scheduled for May 17, 2018, at the Watson Funeral Home in Millsboro, Del., with burial at Millsboro Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Myrtle R. Hudson, 95, of Selbyville, Del., passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, May 13, 2018, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, Del. She was born in Gumboro, Del., on March 5, 1923, daughter of the late George Washington Wells and the late Minnie (Ellingsworth) Wells.

Hudson worked at Showell Hatchery as a chicken vaccinator and then for several years for the Kings Arms Hotel in Ocean City, Md. She was an avid reader and amazing cook who loved time spent with her family. She will be remembered as a loving mom, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother.

In addition to her parents, Hudson was preceded in death by her husband, Levin D. Hudson; an infant child; and her five siblings, Georgia, Pearl, Helen, Lula and Ray. She is survived by her six children, Clint Short, Barbara Hall, Harvey Short, Carol Richardson, Gary Short and Judy Bennett; 16 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson.

A graveside service was scheduled for May 17, 2018, at Line Community Cemetery in Whitesville, Del. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions in Hudson’s name to the American Heart Association. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Jo Carolyn Holmes Caldwell, 86, lost her determined battle with pulmonary fibrosis and passed away on May 4, 2018. She was born June 16, 1931, in Indianapolis, Ind., to Dorothea (Seiss) Holmes and Horace C. Holmes.

Caldwell grew up in Indianapolis, Mobile, Ala., and Tipton, Ind. She graduated from Tipton High School, attended Stephens College and graduated from Indiana University. A post-graduation trip to Europe on the ship Queen Elizabeth in 1953 fueled a life-long love affair with travelling.

Upon her return to the U.S., she moved to Chicago and became a ticket agent with American Airlines. Caldwell worked for American for many years, in Chicago, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco. In 1957, she married Raymond W. Caldwell Jr., who preceded her in death in 2003. He was employed by the U.S. Customs Bureau and was transferred to Washington, D.C., in the 1960s. The couple relocated to Maryland, and Caldwell became a travel agent in Bethesda until her retirement.

The couple lived in San Francisco, Maryland and Delaware. They travelled extensively and, after retirement, spent time in Florida, Hawaii and Bethany Beach, Del. Following her husband’s death, Caldwell moved to Lewes, Del. She loved meeting new people and learning new things. She had a zest for life and a wonderful smile. She loved spending time with family and friends.

Caldwell is survived by many wonderful friends; three stepbrothers, Stephen Lett and his wife, Karen, of Bethany Beach, Mike Lett of Avon, Ind., and Thomas Lett of Tipton, Ind.; and several nieces and nephews. At her request, there will be no funeral service. A graveside service in Arlington Cemetery near Washington, D.C., was to be held at a later date.

Florence R. “Miss Flossie” Vogel, 89, was born Aug. 17, 1928, in Lima, Pa., to Alan C. and Florence A. Read.

The eldest of three daughters, she and her sisters, Doris (Read) Pagesy and Janet Sue (Read) Speaker, were to become known locally as “The Read Sisters.”

Vogel graduated from Media (Pa.) High School and concentrated her attention on the dance career she’d begun at the age of 5. As a teenager, she performed at every opportunity, including entertaining with the USO, and sang and tapped on the radio with “Uncle Wip,” a Philadelphia personality.

After her marriage to Emil Jacob “Jake” Vogel Jr., she began her career as a teacher and mentor to thousands of students. She opened a studio in her home in Pennsylvania, but in 1966 came to Sussex County, Del., with her family. She immediately went to work. Miss Flossie’s School of Dance (later to become Flossie Vogel’s Dance Factory) had residences in Ocean View, Rehoboth, Lewes, Millsboro and Dagsboro.

Although she began her career teaching ballet, tap and jazz, it was her love of tap that gave her the opportunity to educate dancers across the state of Delaware. In addition to her home studios, she headed the tap department for Marion Tracy and later Dan Kaiser in Dover, Maubra Randolf in Seaford, Gayle Gardiner in Milford and, finally, Kate Downes Walker in Georgetown.

Vogel finished her career, after retiring three times, by teaching classes for Kate at Midway, and on her 85th birthday, she even taught a master class for the Ta Da studio in Milford. Vogel loved her work and every one of her students. Her talent and dedication were an inspiration to many who went on to become teachers themselves.

Vogel became involved with the Miss Delaware Scholarship Pageant in 1967 and, over the course of 35 years, held nearly every position on the board, as well as producing and choreographing many of their shows.

Vogel encouraged her own students and others to enter the pageant, firmly believing that the experience was worth their time and effort. Many of “her girls” went on to achieve phenomenal things with the help of the scholarship monies they won at a time when scholarships for women were severely limited. The experience of competing and the education they could afford after winning were life-changing.

In the 1970s, she became involved with the Possum Point Players, where she made many lifelong friendships while working as choreographer. With family and friends, she was the life of the party, the master of ceremonies and the entertainment director. There was rarely a dull moment when Vogel was around. And people loved her for that indomitable spirit, her fierce love of family and the true friend she was to so many.

Vogel is survived by her son, Alan Vogel; her daughter, Joy Vogel Cadden; and her housemate, Elsie Cadden, all of Millville, Del.; a granddaughter, Jessica, and her husband, Simun Matesic, of New York City; a grandson, Dylan Hamblin of Fenwick Island, Del.; a sister, Sue Speaker of West Chester, Pa.; siblings-in-law Charles Pagesy of Southampton, Pa. and Frances “Honey” Shadel of Millville, Del.; many cousins, nieces and nephews; and her “grand-doggies,” Butchie and Tank.

The family will host a celebration of Vogel’s life on Saturday, June 2, 2018, at Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church in Ocean View, Del. Visitation will begin at 12:30 p.m., with services at 2 p.m., followed by a luncheon on premises. The family asked, “Please bring your music and stories that tell her life, for we’re certain that if there is a party, she will be with us one more time.”

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested, to the Miss Delaware Scholarship Pageant, Possum Point Players or the ballet/dance company of the giver’s choosing. “Support the arts! She did.”

Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Tammy K. Smith, 50, of Seaford, Del., passed away at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital on Sunday, May 20, 2018. She was born on Sept. 6, 1967, to the late Leslie Smith and to Darlene Joy Truitt Smith, who survives her.

Smith graduated from Seaford Senior High School, in the Class of 1985. She loved cats and frogs, and collected them. She also enjoyed doing needlepoint on her tablet.

In addition to her mother, Smith is survived by her sister, Luray J. Wells and her husband, Orville, of Seaford; as well as two nieces, three nephews, several great-nieces and great-nephews; and her extended family and friends.

Services were to be private. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Pauline A. Scott, 92, of Bethany Beach, Del., died Thursday, May 17, 2018, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury, Md. She was born in Philadelphia, Pa., daughter of the late John Allen and Letitia (Matthews) Allen.

Scott retired from work as an accounting technician with the city of Washington, D.C., and was a member of the Deaf Women’s Lunch Club, the Senior Citizens for the Deaf and the Delaware Deaf Senior Citizens of Sussex (DDSC).

In addition to her parents, Scott was preceded in death by her husband, Roger O. Scott; and a brother, Elwood Allen. She is survived by her daughter, Dennise Scott and her partner, Paul D. Haring; two grandchildren, Dexter and Derek Ternullo; and three nieces and three nephews.

No formal services were planned at this time. Memorial donations may be made to the National Association of the Deaf at www.nad.org/donate. Condolences may be sent online at www.bishophastingsfh.com.

Jean Andrea (Pigott) Roche, 77, of South Bethany, Del., passed away peacefully, at home, on Sunday, May 13, 2018, after a long battle with breast cancer. She was born Feb. 9, 1941, in Washington, D.C., the only child of Columbia M. “Dutch” (Brandenburg) Pigott and William M. Pigott.

Roche grew up in the District of Columbia and Kensington, Md. While in high school, she began her career at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, providing clerical support to the engineering staff. Years later, she met her husband of 55 years, Thomas L. Roche, also of Washington.

At JHU/APL she was employed in the Space Division, obtaining the position of administrative assistant, providing support on many satellite programs, both at the laboratory and during operations at the launch sites.

Roche prided herself as a homemaker while raising her children and enjoyed cake-decorating, gardening and all crafts. After she and her husband retired to the beach, she enjoyed traveling, quilting, knitting, scrapbooking and other crafts. She was a member of several local craft groups, including the Blue Hens and Chix with Stix and the South Bethany Women’s Group.

Roche is survived by her husband, Thomas L. Roche; her daughters, Andrea M. Barron-Hughes of Canton, Ga., and Karen M. Briggs and her husband, Albert “Gil” Briggs Jr., of Olney, Md.; and six grandchildren, Albert Briggs III, William “Billy” Briggs, Luke Briggs, Shelby Barron, Taylor Barron and Logan Bobo.

A celebration of Roche’s life will be held Saturday, June 2, 2018, at noon, and friends may call after 11 a.m., at Melson Funeral Services, 38040 Muddy Neck Road, Ocean View, Del. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Delaware Hospice; 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19963. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.