Joan Marie Dalphon, 86, of Bethany Beach, Del., passed away peacefully in her home on May 21, 2018, after a long illness.

Born Sept. 5, 1931, Dalphon grew up in Wilmington, Del., and graduated from Pierre S. duPont High School in 1949. She spent her life loving and taking care of her children and grandchildren. She often played golf and during her senior years ran in 5K races.

A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Dalphon is survived by her husband of 67 years, Charles F. Dalphon Jr. of Bethany Beach; a sister, Shirley Nardo; her children, Charles F. Dalphon III and his wife, Dorothy L. Dalphon,, Karen A. Cesna and her husband, Eric S. Cesna, and Brian D. Dalphon and his wife, Susan L. Dalphon; nine grandchildren, Dana Berry, Steven Dalphon and his wife, Katie Dalphon, Matthew Dalphon, Hilary Cesna, Kristin Dalphon, Katelyn Dalphon, Alex Cesna, Connor Dalphon and Haley Dalphon; and two great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Dalphon’s life will be held Friday, May 25, 2018, at 1 p.m. at Melson Funeral Services, 38040 Muddy Neck Road, Ocean View, Del., where friends and family may visit one hour prior. Interment is to be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions to Delaware Hospice; 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19963. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Doris J. Burkett, 82, of Lewes, Del., formerly of Newark, Del., passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at her home. She was born in Frederica, Del., on Aug. 1, 1935, daughter of the late Carl Baker and Althea (Melvin) Baker.

Burkett retired from General Motors in Newark, Del., where she worked on the assembly line. She enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, Burkett was preceded in death by her son, Martin Burkett. She is survived by her loving husband, Lee Burkett; two daughters, Cathy Burkett-Wood and her husband, Calbel, of Lewes and Karen Hurst of Millsboro, Del.; a sister, Clara Sakowski of Milton, Del.; two brothers, David Baker of Newark and Donald Baker of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; 11 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Services and burial were to be private. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Alfred L. “Al” Yergey III, 76, passed away in the presence of his wife and children on Sunday, May 27, 2018. He was an avid cyclist and an advocate for safe riding, but he was fatally struck by a car in Ocean View, Del., while cycling on May 26, 2018.

Raised in Willow Grove, Pa., he was the oldest of four siblings, including Ronald Yergey, James Yergey and Karen Duncan. He graduated from Muhlenberg College in 1963 with a bachelor’s degree and from Pennsylvania State University in 1967 with a doctorate in 1967.

A resident of Columbia, Md., from its inception and heavily involved in the Lutheran Church of the Living Word and the Howard County Striders for decades, Yergey truly found a “home” in Ocean View in retirement.

Yergey was a true “Renaissance man.” A notable musician, passionate botanical illustrator and highly-regarded chef, he was also a well-respected researcher and widely published in his field of biomedical applications of mass spectrometry. Yergey devoted 40 years of service to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), serving as a section head and later scientist emeritus in Child Health & Human Development (NICHD).

Yergey is survived by his wife, Patricia Barnett Yergey; his children, A. Karl Yergey, Beth Scalese, Amy Yergey and Wendy Meadows; grandchildren, Allison and Samantha Scalese, Grace and Elisha Gibbs, and Grayson and Ava Meadows.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 18, 2018, at 2 p.m. at Saint Martha’s Episcopal Church in Bethany Beach, Del. Family and friends will also celebrate his life on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, in Ocean View, Del.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial donations to The Yergey Family Endowed Scholarship in Chemistry at Muhlenberg College at https://give.muhlenberg.edu (or by contacting his brother, Jim, at yergeyjim@gmail.com); the Adventure Cycling Association at www.adventurecycling.org/support-adventure-cycling, or the Ocean View Historical Society at www.ovhistoricalsociety.org.

David Michael Woody, 50, of Ocean City, Del., died Thursday, May 24, 2018, at his home. He was born in Baltimore, Md., son of Kathleen (Button) Woody and the late Edward R. Woody.

Woody was a cook for Shotti’s Point Restaurant in Ocean City.

In addition to his mother and her companion, Rex Vane, both of Selbyville, Del., Woody is survived by a son, Zachary E. Woody of Ocean Pines, Md.; his former wife, Tracy Woody; and a sister, Dawn M. Vane of Baltimore, Md.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 1, 2018, at Bishop-Hastings Funeral Home, 19 South Main Street, Selbyville, Del. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, May 31, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., and again on Friday, an hour before the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital; 501 St. Jude Pl.; Memphis, TN 38105, or to the American Heart Association; 4217 Park Place Ct.; Glen Allen, VA 23060. Condolences may be sent online at www.bishophastingsfh.com.

Charles M. Troublefield, 81, formerly of New Carrollton, Md., passed away at his home in Ocean View, Del., on Thursday, May 25, 2018, after a brief struggle with cancer. He was born on June 29, 1936, in Blacksburg, S.C.

Troublefield enlisted in the U.S. Army after high school and later joined the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan Police Department in 1958, from which he retired as deputy police chief in 1980.

He was a passionate Washington Redskins and Nationals fan. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and gardening. He was also a life member of the Roxana (Del.) Volunteer Fire Company.

Troublefield is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Carolyn Troublefield; a daughter, Tracey McCloskey and her husband, Ray, of Hughesville, Md.; his sons, Martin Troublefield and his wife, Maureen, of Oakland, Md., and Thomas Troublefield and his wife, Jennifer, of Frankford, Del.; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a host of loving family members and friends.

A memorial service will be held on June 30, 2018, at the Roxana Volunteer Fire Company’s fire hall.

Anthony M. Sturgis Jr., 34, of Wilmington, Del., departed this life on Sunday, May 20, 2018, at his residence. Born in Lewes, Del., he was the son of Anthony M. Sturgis Sr. and Yvonne E. West Sturgis.

Sturgis received a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of Delaware, where he was a part of the gospel choir. He later received a master’s degree in finance from Golden-Beacon College in Wilmington. He was a bank manager at WSFS Bank in Wilmington.

Sturgis attended Church of Christ in Frankford, Del. He was a member of Big Brothers in Wilmington and the Russell Delegation Gospel Choir.

Sturgis was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Russell West, and paternal grandparents, Nathaniel G. and Consia Sturgis. In addition to his parents, Sturgis will be lovingly remembered by a sister, Tyshay Clay and her husband, Roger Clay Sr.; his maternal grandmother, Frances West; two nephews, Roger Clay Jr. and Anthony Clay; four godchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

A funeral service was to be held May 26, 2018, at Calvary Pentecostal Church, Bishopville, Md., with arrangements by Lewis N. Watson Funeral Home, Salisbury, Md. Condolences may be sent online at www.lewisnwatsonfuneralhome.com.

John A. Naguski, 80, of Millsboro, Del., and formerly of Hershey, Pa., passed away in the care of his daughter Janice and Delaware Hospice, on Friday, May 25, 2018. He was the son of Mary A. (Kochanek) Naguski and Joseph J. Naguski Sr. of Philadelphia.

Naguski was a four-year U.S. Navy veteran, after which he graduated from Temple University High School, then attended Temple University for one and a half years. He was a past member of the West Shore Country Club; the Elks Lodge 12 in Harrisburg, Pa.; the American Legion; the VFW; the Hershey Italian Lodge; the Steelton Italian Club; and the U.S.S. Saratoga CVA 60 Association. He spent many years in sales, most of his time as a manufacturing representative in the home furnishings industry.

In addition to his parents, Naguski was also preceded in death by a son-in-law, Jon Malkin of Galloway, N.J. He is survived by his three daughters, Maria Malkin of Galloway, Janice Duppstadt and her husband, Dale, of Millsboro, and Rosemarie Naguski of Sweetwater, N.J.; a grandson, Raymond John Duppstadt of Millsboro; and his extended family members and friends.

Services were to be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requested memorial donations to Delaware Hospice; 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19966. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Rosalie Grehofsky Monahan, 81, of Dagsboro, Del., passed away and left this world peacefully, holding her family’s hands and touching their hearts with a caress that will last eternally. She was born Rosalie Jane Reis, the third of four sisters who were raised in Pittsburgh, Pa.

Monahan attended Saint Wendelin’s High School, graduating in 1954. A gentle soul with an endearing wit, she caught the attention and then the heart of former classmate Raymond P. Grehofsky. In 1960, they married, establishing a home and soon a family, in Bethel Park, Pa. In 1976, they moved to Newark, Del., as he took a position with the DuPont Company of Wilmington.

After successfully stewarding her children into adulthood, Monahan rejuvenated and expanded her interests in serving the needs of others. She returned to college and, at age 57, received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware and then entered a counseling practice for people struggling with addiction.

In 2000, the couple retired to Dagsboro, where they took immense pleasure in designing and building their retirement home. In 2003, Monahan unexpectedly lost her beloved husband to a heart attack.

In 2004, she was immensely blessed to meet John “Jack” Monahan, with whom she found several kindred interests. With him, a sparkle returned to her life that came to define her later years. Friendship blossomed into more, and in October of 2009, they married.

The couple established a home together in Dagsboro and could be found at the VFW on most evenings. Their life together was filled with laughter, activity, traditions old and new, and blended family.

Monahan will be remembered for the profound impact she had. Wife, mother, sister, grandma, and friend — she excelled in each role and moved easily among them. She defined commitment to family and was always there and always an example. They will miss Monahan’s welcoming spirit, as her home was your home and unquestionably “the place to be” for any holiday or celebration.

Circling the globe to be at her daughter’s bedside, returning to the classroom among students half her age, committing her professional energies to working with the afflicted, or acing the 8th Hole at Bethany Bay Golf Club, she has been an inspiration and education for how people should live, love and serve.

Monahan was preceded in death by her sister, Nancy. She is survived by her husband, Jack Monahan; children, Mari, Clare and her husband, Patrick, Jane and her husband, Matt, and Raymond and his wife, Tami; sisters, Joan and Mary Ann; 14 grandchildren and many loving step-relations.

A funeral Mass was to be held May 28, 2018, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Bethany Beach Del. Memorial donations to the Delaware Hospice are welcome in lieu of flowers. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

David P. Lathbury, 58, of Dagsboro, Del., passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at Nanticoke Hospital in Seaford, Del. He was born in Lewes, Del., on June 10, 1959, son of the late Robert W. Lathbury and the late Ethel Mae (Smith) Lathbury.

Lathbury was a heavy-equipment operator before his disability. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, being outdoors, going to the beach and spending time in Tennessee.

In addition to his parents, Lathbury was preceded in death by two brothers, Michael Lathbury and Orvil Lathbury. He is survived by his four children, Shana Lathbury of Millsboro, Del., Jeannie L. Parkhurst of Mardela, Md., Orvil C. Lathbury of Frankford, Del., and Jonathan Lathbury of Bishopville, Md.; two grandchildren, Nicholas Parkhurst and Carter Parkhurst; and two sisters in Dagsboro, Del., Ethel Truitt and Barbara Phillips.

Services and burial were to be private. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Howard Louis Heim, 99, of Millsboro, Del., and Lakeland, Fla., died May 11, 2018, in Florida. Born on March 13, 1920, in Hoboken, N.J., he was the only child of Florence and Howard Heim.

After graduating from Syracuse University in 1941, Heim served in the U.S. Army from 1941 until 1945. Heim played the alto and tenor saxophones, the clarinet and the baritone, and also wrote and arranged music and led a U.S. dance band. He served for three years in Panama.

Heim moved to Delaware in 1948. He was employed by the John M. Clayton and the Indian River School districts for 34 years — 17 years as a music teacher and 17 years as a high school counselor, retiring in 1982.

In 1949, he married Pamela Glover Heim, who died in 2000. They were married for 51 years. After her death, he spent winters in Florida and in 2011 moved there upon selling his Millsboro residence.

Heim was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church in Millsboro and served as the choir director for 35 years. He was also a member of the Millsboro Lions Clubs for more than 50 years.

Music was not only a vocation but also an avocation for Heim. He played in many southern Delaware dance bands over the years. He also was an active member of the Lakeland Community Orchestra and the choir of the Grace Lutheran Church in Lakeland.

Heim is survived by a cousin, Georgina Werner of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., and two nieces, Beverly Wittenberg of Florida and Donna Glover Forgash of Salisbury, Md.

Mary Ann Willging Bernier, 82, of Bethany Beach, Del., formerly of Silver Spring, Md., passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018.

Born in Scranton, Pa., Bernier was the beloved wife of the late Deacon Bernard Bernier Jr.; mother of Ann Rogers and her husband, Anthony, Catherine Bernier and her husband, Bob Sanetrik, Marie Bernier, Patricia Sichelman and her husband, Michael, Robert Bernier and the late Joseph Bernier and the late Thomas Bernier (survived by Jennifer Bernier); grandmother of Michelle Hughes, Anthony Rogers III, Joseph Rogers, Stephanie Krakower, Jacqueline Bernier and six great-grandchildren; and sister of John Willging, Tom Willging, Jim Willging, Carol Willging Banford and the late Claire Howland and the late Elizabeth Willging.

A Mass of Christian Burial was to be celebrated on Friday, May 25, 2018 at St. Bernadette’s Catholic Church in Silver Spring, Md., with interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the American Heart Association at 4601 N. Fairfax Dr., Suite 700; Arlington, VA 22203, Attn: Kara Laing or online at www.donatenow.heart.org. Condolences may be sent online at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

Marilee Miller Backus, 90, of Millsboro, Del., born Jan. 13, 1928, in West Virginia, and wife of Rev. Dr. Arthur Backus, passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2018, as peacefully and quietly as she lived her life.

She was the daughter of John and Bertha Miller and is survived by her husband and four children, Howard, Harold, Steven and Janice, their spouses, 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Everyone who knew Backus loved her quiet, soft-spoken and cheerful manner. She was a faithful member of the United Methodist Church. She devoted and dedicated her life to her family and supporting her husband’s ministry.

A viewing was to be held May 30, 2018, at Watson Funeral Home, with funeral service on May 31 at Zoar United Methodist Church, both in Millsboro, Del. Burial was to be private, at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, also in Millsboro. Flowers are welcome, or memorial donations can be made to Zoar U.M. Church; c/o Carissa Pepper; 24491 Gravel Hill Rd.; Millsboro, DE 19966. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Debra “Debbie” (Mulrooney) Vickers, 63, of Dagsboro, Del., passed away peacefully, at home, on Thursday, May 24, 2018. She was born Aug. 23, 1954, in Wilmington, Del., daughter of Jeanne (Orga) Mulrooney and Martin J. Mulrooney III.

Vickers was a graduate of the St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing. As a nurse, she worked in the St. Francis Infectious Disease Unit, Williamsburg Hospital ICU, Beebe Healthcare Emergency Department and, finally, in advanced home healthcare in the pharmaceutical field.

Vickers was an accomplished scuba diver and was a dive instructor for several years. She was absolutely in love with the Caribbean, and she spent many months in the Florida Keys and at her home in the Dominican Republic. Vickers taught her son to be a scuba diver and to love all things related to the ocean. Her role of mother to her son, Jake, was her greatest joy, and she loved him dearly.

Vickers was preceded in death by her mothers, Jeanne (Orga) Mulrooney and Patsy (Cook) Mulrooney, and a nephew, Christopher P. McClafferty. She is survived by her father, Martin J. Mulrooney III; her son, Jacob R. Vickers; four sisters, Jeanne M. McClafferty and her husband, Paul, Eileen M. Leach and her husband, Philip, Margaret M. Mulrooney and her husband, Mark Hermes, and Nora K. Mulrooney; and a brother, Michael P. Mulrooney and his wife, Sue.

Vickers’ family sent a very special thank-you to the Griswold Home Care aides, Suzette, Goldie, Donequa and Diane, and the Compassionate Care staff, Stephanie, Amanda, Bobbie and Shauna, for the gentle, loving care they provided throughout her illness.

All services were to be private. The family requested no flowers. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Donald “Rol” Tubbs Jr., 58, of Dagsboro Del., passed away in the presence of his loved ones on Thursday, May 31, 2018. He was born on Oct. 5, 1959, son of Donald Tubbs Sr. and Joyce Tubbs, in Lewes, Del.

Tubbs enjoyed hunting, camping, being in horseshoe and bow competitions, riding horses and four-wheelers and watching his daughter, son-in-law and nephew race stock cars. He was a proud grandfather and enjoyed spending time with his grandson, Tanner.

Tubbs was preceded in death by his father, Donald Tubbs Sr., and a brother, Bruce Tubbs. He is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Catherine Tubbs; his daughters, Ashley Merritt and her husband, Randy, and Amber Long and her husband, Jordan; his grandson, Tanner Sevier; a granddaughter, Joelle Long; his mother, Joyce Tubbs; a brother, Stacey Tubbs; his nephews, Kyle Tubbs and Herman Short; and his nieces, Tina Tubbs, Jennifer Rogers, Stephanie Stephens, Shelly Robinson and Stacey Long.

Services were to be held June 6, 2018, at Melson Funeral Services in Frankford Del. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Alvin B. Conaway, 90, of Georgetown, Del., passed away and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, May 25, 2018, with his family by his side. He was born in Laurel, Del., on May 13, 1928, to the late Raymond L. Conaway and Verdie Elliott Conaway.

He was a 1947 graduate of Laurel High School, where he played football and held the title of president of the FFA. His love of farming began as a young boy helping his parents on their farm and, later in life, he founded his own farm, the ABC Farms, which consisted of poultry, grain and livestock. Even at age 90, he still didn’t want to call himself retired, as he was always involved in the farming operation in some capacity. In 2017, he was named the Sussex County Farmer of the Year.

Conaway was a founding member of the Dagsboro Church of God and loved attending church, volunteering whenever he was able to help out, and loved his church family. He was past Sunday-school superintendent and taught Sunday-school for adults and children. Conaway was a fine example of a Christian man — family-oriented and devoted to his family.

In addition to his parents, Conaway was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Angie Conaway, in 2007; a stepson, Robert M. Hurst Jr., in 2002; and a step-granddaughter, Ashley Hurst, in 2017. He is survived by his wife of nine years, Ruth Conaway of Georgetown; two children, Diane Conaway Rogers and her companion, Bob Lingo, of Georgetown, and Kenny Conaway and his wife, Peggy, of Georgetown; a stepdaughter, Alicia Renee Stockwell and her husband, Bruce, of Port Richey, Fla.; a sister, Dorothy Mae Smith and her husband, David, of Bridgeville, Del.; a brother, Granville Conaway and his wife, Dorothy, of Georgetown; four grandsons, Troy Rogers, Shawn Rogers, K.C. Conaway and Timmy Rogers; 14 great-grandchildren, two step-grandchildren and 10 step-great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and friends.

A funeral service and celebration of Conaway’s life were scheduled for June 1, 2018, at the Dagsboro (Del.) Church of God, with burial at Carey’s Cemetery in Millsboro, Del. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial donations to the Dagsboro Church of God; 32224 DuPont Blvd.; Dagsboro, DE 19939, or to Delaware Hospice; 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19963. Condolences may be sent online at www.watsonfh.com.

Barbara Jean Atkins, 66, of Georgetown, Del., passed away as the results of an automobile accident on Wednesday, May 30, 2018. She was born in Lewes, Del., on Feb. 1, 1952, daughter of the late Wallace Truitt Sr. and the late Marian (Mills) Truitt.

Atkins was a 1970 graduate of John M. Clayton High School in Dagsboro, Del. She retired from work as a laboratory technician for Merck Pharmaceutical in Millsboro, Del., after 25 years of service. After retiring from Merck, she then worked as a school bus aide for A to Z Transportation.

She loved crafting, camping, puzzles, traveling and playing on her tablet. She will be remembered as someone who loved life and never met a stranger. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her, especially her four-legged companion Bella Marie.

Atkins is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Bruce E. Atkins; two daughters, Connie West and her husband, Ron, of Salisbury, Md., and Cassie Atkins and her companion, Rachel, of Georgetown, Del.; four grandchildren, Justin Hohberger, Emma Willing, Skyler West and Peyton; a great-granddaughter, Jordyn Hohberger; a very loving sister-in-law, Esther Rogers of Millsboro; and a host of extended family members and friends.

A funeral service was to be held June 5, 2018, at Melson Funeral Services, with interment at Carey’s Cemetery, both in Frankford, Del. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions to Autism Delaware at www.delautism.org. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Noble F. Simpson, 92, of Millville, Del., peacefully entered eternal life on June 9, 2018, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, Del., surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born on May 9, 1926, in Takoma Park, Md., son of the late Noble F. Simpson and Genevieve (Newcomb) Simpson.

After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, he received his accounting degree from Strayer University in Washington, D.C., and entered work for the federal government. He retired as a budget analyst after 37 years of service.

Simpson was a charter member of Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Silver Spring, Md. Upon moving to Delaware, he and his wife, Jacqueline L. Simpson, became dedicated members of Mariners Bethel U.M. Church. He held many leadership positions at both churches.

In 1986, Simpson founded the Fenwick Island Lions Club. He was elected district governor of District 22D for 1993 to 1994, a position of which he was extremely proud.

Simpson lived a long and active life. He so enjoyed being with family and friends. He loved planning events, traveling and volunteer work with the Lions Club and his church. He often said, “You can never have too many friends,” and he had many. He celebrated life consistently and generously. He will be missed.

Simpson was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Jacqueline L. “Jackie” Simpson, and two sisters, Gladys E. Sibley and Ethel Mae Gibson. He is survived by two loving children, a son, Glenn D. Simpson and his wife, Karen, of Potomac, Md., and a daughter, Linda J. Simpson-St. Clair and her husband, Tom, of Millville; four grandchildren, Carrie Simpson and partner, Nikki Kraslin, of Boulder, Colo., Joan Simpson Bramstedt and her husband, Norman, of San Diego, Calif., T. Austin St. Clair III of Rockville, Md., and Aubrie J. Munsey and her husband, Scott, of Germantown, Md.; five great-grandchildren, Harper and Miles Kraslin-Simpson, Ruby and Lucy Bramstedt, and Hazel Munsey; a caring sister, Joan Kohler of Hagerstown, Md.; and several special nieces and nephews.

A memorial service was scheduled for June 14, 2018, at Mariners Bethel United Methodist Church in Ocean View, Del., with the Rev. David Humphrey officiating. Another service will be held on Monday, June 18, 2018, at noon at Faith United Methodist Church, 6810 Montrose Road, Rockville, Md., where friends may visit one hour beforehand. Burial will be in Parklawn Memorial Park, Rockville, Md.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Fenwick Island Lions Club; 37232 Lighthouse Rd., Ste. 109; West Fenwick Island, DE 19975, or to Mariners Bethel U.M. Church; 81 Central Ave.; Ocean View, DE 19970. Condolences may be sent online at www.bishophastingsfh.com.

Daniel H. Shirley, 98, of Ocean View, Del., and Bethany Beach, Del., and formerly of Clinton, Md., passed away on Saturday, June 9 2018, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, Del. He was born in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 14, 1920, son of the late Otis G. Shirley and the late Frances (Mistretta) Shirley.

Shirley proudly served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He retired from work as the manager of the display department for Peoples Drug Stores in 1983, after 45 years of service.

He was a member of St. Martha’s Episcopal Church in Bethany Beach and a member of the Lord Baltimore Lions Club. He and his wife, Beverly, were also volunteers at Beebe Healthcare and Atlantic Community Thrift Shop (ACTS). Shirley was an avid golfer, fisherman, reader, gardener and landscaper. His greatest enjoyment was time spent with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Shirley was preceded in death by a sister, Sue Fotta. He is survived by his loving wife of 77 years, Beverly E. (André) Shirley; a son, Stephen Shirley and his wife, Mary, of Crofton, Md.; a daughter, Teresa and her husband, Michael Walsh, of Millville, Del.; three grandchildren, Cristin and her husband, Derek Miller, and their daughter, Saylor, of Stevensville, Md., Michael Walsh and his wife, Alexandra, and their four children, Shaun, Monica, Stephanie and Connor, of Perkasie, Pa., and Gregory Walsh and his wife, Jennifer, and their daughter, Sydney, of Adrian, Mich.; a sister, Carolyn Jean Rojas of Cordova, Md.; and several nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to noon on Friday, June 15, 2018, at Melson Funeral Services, 38040 Muddy Neck Road., Ocean View, Del. Afterward, a funeral service will be held 12:45 p.m. at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, 117 Maplewood Street, Bethany Beach, Del. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Dagsboro, Del. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Paul W. Saneholtz, 76, of Ocean View, Del., died Sunday June 10, 2018, surrounded by his loving family, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, Del. He was born March 7, 1942, in Sunbury, Pa.

Saneholtz’s family moved to Herndon, Pa., where he helped with the many chores on the family farm, along with his sisters. He graduated from Mahanoy Joint High School in 1960.

He made his career in the food industry, first as a sales representative for Louis Lehrman & Sons, a wholesale grocery company. He then became a food broker and a vice president for James A. Weaver (which later merged into Acosta Foods) for 30 years, until his retirement in 2008.

Saneholtz was an active sportsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, scuba diving, skiing and camping. He loved woodworking and making furniture pieces for his home. He enjoyed youth activities with his children and was a Cubmaster and Boy Scout leader for both of his sons and was a soccer coach for many years with Back Mountain Sports in Shavertown, Pa.

Always with a book in his hands, Saneholtz had a desire to learn about a wide variety of topics. Since retirement, he had enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren at the beach and spent many hours at the Indian River Inlet. He was active in the Romeo men’s group and the men’s breakfast group at Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church, where he had been a member since moving to Ocean View, Del., in 2004.

He dearly loved his family and friends and cherished time spent with them. He loved the Lord and was strong in his faith. He leaves a legacy of love and family devotion, and will be greatly missed.

Saneholtz was preceded in death by his parents, Paul W. Saneholtz Sr. and Mary Conrad Saneholtz. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Jeannette M. Saneholtz; four children, Robin Steffenber and her husband, Barry, Paul D. Saneholtz and his wife, Marta, Kimberley Shaw and her husband, Ray, and Michael T. Saneholtz and his wife, Charity; his two sisters, Barbara Neitz and her husband, Les, of Herndon Pa., and Cinda Miller and her husband, Bruce, of Muncy Pa.; several nieces and nephews; 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

The family will greet friends at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 16, 2018, with a celebration-of-life service at 2 p.m. at Mariners Bethel United Methodist Church, 81 Central Avenue, Ocean View, Del. In lieu of flowers, donations can be given to Mariners Bethel U.M. Church Hope Center Fund. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.

Leroy Gerald “Jerry” Rolfes, 57, of Frankford, Del., formerly of Ocean City, Md., passed away at home, with his wife by his side, on Wednesday, June 6, 2018. He was born in Baltimore, Md., on Oct. 8, 1960, son of the late Gerald Gregory Rolfes and Marie (Bittner) Rolfes.

Rolfes proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He owned and operated Catz Custom Painting. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles and enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved the ocean and going to the mountains just to see the beauty of God’s creation. He was a Washington Redskins fanatic and enjoyed collecting lighthouses. He adored his wife and best friend, Lisa.

Rolfes was preceded in death by his parents and a sister-in-law, Kathy M. Tingle. He is survived by his loving wife, Lisa S. (Tingle) Rolfes; two sisters, Christine Barnickel and her husband, John, and Michele Welden, all of Baltimore, Md.; two brothers, Charles Pochepko and his wife, Chris, of Baltimore, and Gregory Pochepko and his wife, Nancy, of Pittsburgh, Pa.; his mother-in-law, Alice Tingle of Berlin, Md.; a sister-in-law, Waetina A. Tingle of Salisbury, Md.; two brothers-in-law, John Tingle of Salisbury, also of Salisbury, and Rodney Tingle of West Ocean City, Md.; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

A celebration of Rolfes’ life was scheduled for June 11, 2018, at Melson Funeral Services, Frankford, Del. Interment was to be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions to Delaware Hospice; 100 Patriots Way; Milford, DE 19963. Condolences may be sent online at www.melsonfuneralservices.com.