Obituaries

Mar 28, 2024

LaWanda Maria Butler, also known as: Madea, Mrs Besley and Leapold Dina, 63 of St. Michaels, MD departed this life on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in Cambridge, MD. LaWanda was born November 8, 1960, in Easton, MD to Annie Bernice Butler and the late James Author Butler.

LaWanda was educated in the Talbot County Public School System....

Mar 12, 2024

Kenneth Wayne Watts, 73 of Easton, departed this life on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Chestertown, Maryland, October 18, 1950, to the late Ronald Watts and Jean Ann Jarold Watts.

Kenneth was known for his dedicated work as a skilled tradesman. He was lifelong hunter and loved all outdoor recreation. Kenneth...

Jan 29, 2024

Brooke Allison, 47 of Salisbury, departed this life Monday, January 29, 2024, in Ellicott City, Maryland. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, June 19, 1976, to the late Warren and Franzella Allison.

Brooke grew up in New Jersey as a youngster. He attended the public-school systems of Pennsauken, New Jersey and Wicomico County, Maryland. Brooke was a...

Jan 23, 2024

Hamilton Ellsworth Thompson, 83 of Salisbury, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Tidal Health in Salisbury. He was born in Cambridge, November 29, 1940, to the late Goldsborough Gillis Farrow, Sr. and the late Mildred Gertrude Thompson.

Ellsworth was raised in East New Market, MD. He graduated with the Class of 1958, from Maces...

Jan 9, 2024

Denise Anne Ayers was born on April 14, 1958, to William and Dorene Cochrane in Tucson, Arizona.  She departed life on January 9, 2024.

She was educated at Rincon High School and Abbie Loveland Tuller School in Tucson, Arizona.

Denise, or Nisee, as she was affectionally known, loved children, and dedicated most of her life...

Jan 6, 2024

Daniel Marcus Mapes, 34 of Salisbury, gained his wings on January 6, 2024, 11:16 a.m. Scoob, as he was better known by family and friends, was born in Wayne, New Jersey, April 30, 1989. He was the son of Nicolas Barber and Kinda Mapes.

Scooby spent most of his life in Salisbury. He graduated from the Public...

Jan 5, 2024

Latoya Keshaun Speller, 34 of Salisbury, took her first breath on March 7, 1989, and smiled her last smile January 5, 2024. She was the daughter of Larry Dinnail Speller, of California and the late Tyria Kim Sparks.

Toya, as she was affectionately known by family and friends, was raised in Denton. She attended the public schools...

Jan 1, 2024

Norman Harley Gates III, lovingly known as "Corky", was born April 17, 1959, in Salisbury, MD.  He was the son of Norman H. Gates, Jr. and Jacqueline M. Gates of Head of Creek RD, Quantico, MD.  At a young age he was formally adopted by his paternal grandparents, Norman and Katie Gates.  On January 1, 2024, in his Randallstown,...

Dec 26, 2023

On December 26, 2023, while surrounded by family and friends, our Lord and Savior decided he needed Donna more than we did.

Donna Carson-Ross was born November 26, 1953, to the late William and Harriet Carson.

Donna, affectionately called DC by those that knew her, was born and educated in Connecticut. There she raised her...

Dec 25, 2023

William (Bud) Skiles, Jr. beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend passed away suddenly from this life on December 25, 2023. He was born February 13, 1986, to William Skiles. Sr. and Debra Anne Devine-Holtze.

William was raised in New Castle County Delaware but spent his adult life in Lewes, DE. He attended school in the...

Dec 24, 2023

The former Delores Audrey Slaughter, also known as Dee, was born on October 1, 1953, to the late Marjorie Lee Slaughter and Norman Clifford Russell, Sr., in Easton, MD. Dee departed this earthly home on December 24, 2023, in Hartford, Connecticut.

Dee attended public schools in Talbot County and graduated from Easton High School in 1973. Then...

Dec 12, 2023

Devel Leander Walley, 59 of St Michaels, departed this life December 12, 2023, at Tidal Health in Salisbury. He was born August 18, 1964, to the late John and Lorraine Horsey Walley.

Devel was raised in Talbot County, spending most of his life in McDaniel, MD.  He graduated from St Michaels High School in 1983. While in...

Dec 12, 2023

Mrs. Juanita R Cervantes, 76 of Seaford DE, passed away Tuesdays morning, 1 a.m., December 12,2023 at Tidal Health surrounded by her family. She was born June 24, 1947, in San Antonio, TX to the late Irene Guerrero, and Jose Rodriguez.

Later in life, she met and married the love of her life, Jose Cervantes. She loved...

Dec 10, 2023

Rev JoAnne Maxwell-Jenkins, 68 of Pocomoke, Maryland peacefully entered eternal rest on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Tidal Health hospital in Salisbury. She was born May 22, 1955, and become the adopted daughter of the late John and Lucy Irby Maxwell.

Rev Jenkins is a native of Baltimore. She was educated in the Baltimore Public School System...

Dec 1, 2023

Louise Reda Turner Lawes, 91 of McDaniel, Maryland was called from this home to a better home December 1, 2023, at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Hospital of Talbot. She was born December 21, 1931, to the late George O. and Catherine H. Palmer.

Louise was educated in the Talbot County Public School System. While attending...

Nov 26, 2023

Mrs. Nancy Lee Moran Pershing, 71, of Rockville, Maryland who resided in the Millville/Ocean View area of Delaware for the past 45 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones, on Sunday, November 26, 2023, after a brief illness where she was hospitalized at Beebe Memorial in Lewes, Delaware.

She was born October 1, 1952, to...

Nov 12, 2023

Carolyn Ann Knight Welty, 80 of Easton, graciously transition into eternity Sunday, November 12, 2023, at her residence. She was born March 30, 1943, to the late Robert Lester Knight and Frances Amelia Marks in Baltimore, Maryland.

Carolyn graduated high school and spent most of her years working in retail specializing in accounting. She enjoyed spending time...

Nov 5, 2023

Anthony "Tyrone" Mills, 61 of Easton, departed this life November 5,2023 at Talbot Hospice Foundation in Easton. He was born January 9,1962, to the late Jennifer Mills, and Sonny Murray.

"Eggy" or "Gilly" as he was known by friends in the community, spent most of his life in Easton, attending school at Easton High School. He worked...

Nov 4, 2023

John Wesley Tripline Sr., 74 of Cambridge passed at University of Maryland Shore Medical Center of Cambridge, November 4, 2023. John, better known as Trip, was born August 14, 1949, in Prince Georges County, Maryland to the parents of Thomas A Tripline and Hattie Cooper. He was raised by Mary Farmer.

John attended Northwestern High School in...

Nov 1, 2023

Gloria Roberts Wimberly, 86, affectionately known by many as Aunt Gloria, was born on January 16, 1937, in Easton, MD. She departed her earthly life on November 1, 2023, at her residence. She was a beloved member of the community, known for her warm and kind-hearted nature. Gloria lived each day to the fullest, always bringing joy and positivity...