Don Colesto Ahshapanek Sr. 1932-2015
Elmira "Ella" Green Bailey 1873-1938
Evelyn Mae Dickerson Bailey 1939-2015
Robert A. Bailey 1950-2015
Margaret Harmon Banks 1901-2005
Wayne Joseph Bundy, Sr. 1938-1990
Charlotte H. Saunders Carney 1924-2015
Milton "Nick" Carney 1944-2015
Irving Edward Carter 1890-1936
Phyllis L. Carter 1942-2015
Virgil Monroe Clark 1942-2015
Charles Glendon Coker Sr. 1955-2015
Ellsworth "Buddy" Coombs 1898-1941
Elijah Counceller 1861-1952
Ella Davis Counceller 1866-1918
Thomas Councellor 1858-1918
Charles Willis Coursey 1946-2015
Florence Cuff ~1929-2015
Francis M. "Frank" Cuff 1888-1937
Reuben H. Cuff 1854-1940
Phyllis Lorraine Durham Dangerfield 1931-2002
Lular Shuler Dantzler 1891-1940
Lucinda Durham Davenport 1956-2015
Ethelda Street Dean 1920-2006
William Albert Dean 1920-2009
David Gerald Downes 1970-2001
Elisha Durham 1864-1942
John Durham 1828-1911
Harriett "Hattie" Cuff Edwards 1872-1937
Theresa Deborah Tilghman Fontaine 1927-1987
Timothy Leroy Fontaine 1956-2001
Edward E. Ford Jr. ~1942-2015
Mary V. Frazier 1885-1938
Romaine H. Goldsborough 1903-1936
Thelma Davine Loatman Gonzalez 1947-2015
Abijah Gould IV ~1840-1923
Albert Gould 1852-1927
Caroline Pierce Gould 1855-1929
Ella M. Williams Gould 1882-1927
Mary E. Gould 1856-1940
Clarence Mark "Mark" Grinage 1922-1974
Wilma R. Coffinger Grinage 1926-2000
Julia A. Winrow Hubbard ~1867-1938
Luella Durham Huntsinger 1873-1943
Valerie Goldsboro ~1962-2014
Christina Mae Norwood-Green 1945-2015
Rachel M. Hughes Green 1930-2015
Mildred Bernice Harmon 1927-2015
Shirley J. Pierce Harris 1945-2015
Adella Naomi Hughes 1964-2015
Elsie L. Pierce James 1859-1916
Elwood Johnson Jr. 1928-1929
Marvin C. Johnson 1936-2015
Robert Johnson 1940-1940
Sandra Z. Bailey Johnson 1942-2015
Vivian Irene Johnson 1933-2015
Christine E. Mosley Jones 1941-2015
George Thomas Jones 1943-2009
Lloyd Emerson Lawson 1915-2005
Virginia C. Pierce Lee 1886-1920
Eliza Lively 1904-1938
Raymond H. Lively Jr. ~1937-2015
Edna E. Beals Morgan 1935-2015
Charles Morris 1985-2004
Sanford G. Morris 1937-2012
Elisha M. Mosley ~1862-1918
Elsie H. Mosley 1909-2003
Isaac Nichols Murray or Mury 1881/1882-1937
Gertrude Webster Nelson 1890-1938
Laura C. Gould Pearce 1860-1925
Margaret Elizabeth Perkins 1921-2015
Ruth Baker Perkins 1912-1991
Betty Jane Holman Pierce 1944-2015
Caleb Pierce ~1858/1864-1938
Calvin B. Pierce ~1859-1938
Carrie V. Cuff Pierce 1895-1989
Frances E Cuff Pierce 1922-2004
Ida E. Pierce ? - 1937
James Henry Pierce 1884-1924
Jonathan Edward Pierce ~1855-1936
Laura A. Richmond Pierce 1872-1937
Lucetta Pierce Pierce 1879 -1940
Marietta Pierce Pierce 1863-1937
Martha Irene Pierce 1938-1938
Pauline Cuff Pierce 1900-1994
Rebecca Prudence Gould Jackson Pierce 1871-1936
Mabel E. Roberts-Ridgeway 1931-2014
Eugene V. Robinson 1936-2015
Angeline Satterfield 1860-1936
James Satterfield ? - 1938
Oscar L. Satterfield 1937-1938
Ella Mae Bailey Scott 1931-2012
Rev Isaac E. Showell, Sr. 1851-1926
Shirley Still 1934-1936
William Clement Still 1924-2015
Earl Paul Street Sr. 1927-2015
James Howard Street, Sr. 1907-1989
Channing Richard Tucker 1874-1936
Ruth E. Pierce Valentine 1840-1925
Mary Elizabeth Jackson Ward 1921-2011
Millie L Draine Warren 1912-1997
Catherine Nellie Mosley Watson 1921-2013
Mahlon A. Winrow 1897-1938
Ord Victor Winrow ~1935-2015
Earl C. Wright 1896-1937
Gerald Henry Wright 1947-2015
Ronald J. Wright ~1947-2015
Don Colesto Ahshapanek Sr. 1932-2015
http://www.smithfuneralservices.com/CurrentObituary.aspx?did=81bcc7a1-82f1-4d7f-ac8c-d4aa19104ed3
Notes:
Son of Albert Leon and Mabel Marie (Clark) Johnson of Millsboro, DE
Don Ahshapanek, 82, passed away after an extended illness at his home in Anadarko, OK on Tuesday, March 17th, 2015. He was born on April 29, 1932 in Milton, Delaware to Albert Leon and Mabel Marie (Clark) Johnson. He and Carol Paddlety were married on September 28, 1962 at AngieSmithIndianMethodistChurch in Oklahoma City, OK. Don received his PhD in Biology and taught at EmporiaState University, Emporia, KS and HaskellIndianNationUniversity, Lawrence, KS. He worked for the BIA for five years as a tribal liaison for seven tribes. After his retirement he worked as a consultant for the CheyenneArapahoeTribalCollege. He was a member of the Nanticoke Delaware Tribe. Don was an avid stamp collector. He was a member of GraceChristianFellowshipChurch in Anadarko, OK.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Ahshapanek, of the home in Anadarko, Oklahoma,
3 sons and their spouses: Darren and Michelle Ahshapanek, Anadarko, Oklahoma;
Don and Loriann Ahshapanek, Jr., Hattiesburg, Mississippi; Brian and Lonna Ahshapanek,
Seattle, Washington.
7 grandchildren: Rebekah Renwick, Daniel Ahshapanek, Andrew Ahshapanek, Sean
Ahshapanek, Don Ahshapanek III, Tia Ahshapanek, Niya Ahshapanek; 4 great-grandchldren
1 brother, Marvin Johnson, New Jersey, and 1 sister, Carmelita Alaniz, Albuquerque,
New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Graveside Services: 6:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 17th, 2015, MemoryLaneCemetery,
Anadarko, OK. The family will be hosting a pot luck dinner and Celebration Of
Life Services at 7:00 P.M., Friday, March 20, 2015, at GraceChristianFellowshipChurch,
Anadarko, OK.
Burial was under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Anadarko, OK. Messages
of condolences may be sent to www.smithfuneralservices.com
Elmira "Ella" Green Bailey 1873-1938
Notes:
Birth: Mar., 1873; Death: Jun. 21, 1938
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
BAILEY - In Bridgeton, N.J., June 21, 1938, Ella, wife of Amos Bailey, aged 66 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services from the residence of her husband, No. 716 South Grove St., Bridgeton, Friday afternoon, June 24, at 2 o'clock daylight saving time. Interment in GouldtownCemetery. Friends may call Thursday evening.
Evelyn Mae Dickerson Bailey 1939-2015
http://www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Evelyn-Bailey-5/#!/Obituary
Note: Evelyn's husband was the son of Hazel Coombs Bailey.
Evelyn Mae Dickerson Bailey "Bird" aged 76 years of Hopewell Twp., passed away peacefully at home on Thursday August 27, 2015.
Born in Seabrook, NJ on May 12, 1939 to the late Ogden F. and Marie H. Dickenson, she was the wife of John R. Bailey.
Evelyn was a graduate of Bridgeton High School with the class of 1957 and upon graduation continued her education at the Franklin School of Science and Arts in Medical Technology in 1959. She and her husband John were married May 6, 1961. In 1971 she enrolled in a Cancer Control Cytology course with the State of New Jersey Presbyterian Hospital, a refresher course as a Medical/Laboratory Tech at Our Lady of Lourdes in 1989, and a Cyto-Prep in Advanced Diagnostic Cytology (FNA) at Thomas Jefferson School of Allied Health Sciences, and received several diplomas and certificates during this time. She became a certified Medical Technologist AMT and received a 50th year pin as a certified Phlebotomist. Evelyn was formerly employed with South Jersey Healthcare Hospital System in Bridgeton, and Cape May Internal Medicine in Cape May, NJ. She also formerly worked for Doctors Edward Milner Jr., Dr. Frank Brigio, and Philip D'Arrigo, where she held positions as a Cyto Technologist, Med Tech Generalist, and Lab Supervisor. She was a member of several professional organizations including Health Educational and Welfare Society, the American Society of Cytology, and Public Health Laboratory Technicians and American Medical Technologists.
velyn was also a graduate of the Philadelphia Modeling and CharmSchool and the Jane Kirby Harris School of Modeling in Jenkintown, PA. In 1978 she started the Total Image School of Modeling and Self Improvement. She directed and produced the Little Miss Cumberland County Pageant, and had served as a judge and auditor for several local pageants. She also served on the Poise and Appearance Committee of the Junior Miss Cumberland County Pageant. She loved fashion, classic movies, traveling, music and cooking. Her favorite hymns were How Great Thou Art, It is Well With My Soul, and In the River. She also had a special love for animals, but her greatest love was being with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren
Evelyn leaves to cherish her husband John R. Bailey of 54 years, her children Major John R. Bailey III (Ret.) and his wife Marie, Martin R. Bailey, Gary R. Bailey and his wife Norma, and foster son Timothy Kilpatrick, her brother Ogden F. Dickerson and his wife Dorothy of Bridgeton, sisters Marie Rhines and her husband Rev. William Rhines of Delaware, and Beverly Dickerson of Sewell, NJ, her grandchildren John R. Bailey IV, Brittani E. Bailey, Bryanna M. Calderon, Jason E. Calderon, Eric M. Bailey, Domenic I. Bailey, and her great grandchildren Jayana M. Bailey, and Josiah M. Bailey, brother in laws, Earl Randolph and his wife Christine, William Johnson, and Radcliff Bailey and his wife Brenda, and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sister Jean E. McFarland.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday September 5, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. from MaranathaBaptistChurch, 1524 Bridgeton Millville Pike, Millville, NJ. The interment will be in CumberlandCounty VeteransCemetery, Hopewell Twp. Friends may call at the church on Saturday morning from 10:00a.m. till 11:00, prior to the services. Written condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com.
Robert A. Bailey 1950-2015
http://www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Robert-Bailey-9/#!/Obituary
Robert A. Bailey aged 65 years of Millville, passed away suddenly on Saturday morning, April 4, 2015,
at the home of his nephew and niece who were his caregivers. He had been in failing health for the past five years. Born in Bridgeton January 6, 1950, he was the son of the late Boyd and Etta (nee Forman) Bailey. He had been an area resident all of his life growing up, and attending public schools in Bridgeton.
Robert had been employed as a baker with Terrigno's Bakery in Bridgeton, since he was twelve years old, and worked there all of his life, until three years ago. He was a member of TrinityA.M.E.Church, Gouldtown, and he enjoyed watching his nephews compete in Mixed Martial Arts Matches. He also was a huge San Francisco 49ers football fan, but he mostly enjoyed just spending time with his family and friends.
Surviving him are his nephew and niece, who served as caregivers Robert and Tracy Elliot of Millville, his two brothers Thomas Bailey of Vineland, and David Bailey of Galloway Twp., his sister Elizabeth Gore of Vineland, and a host of nieces, nephews, and various relatives.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by four brothers Charles, William, Ralph, and Joseph Bailey Sr., and one sister Ella Mae Elliot.
Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Friday morning at 11:00a.m. from TrinityA.M.E.Church , Rt 49 Gouldtown, NJ . The interment will be in CedarHill Memorial Park, Hopewell Twp. Friends may call on Friday morning at the church from 9:00 -11:00 a.m. prior to the services.
Margaret Harmon Banks 1901-2005
Delaware State News, 29 Oct 2005
http://www.newszap.com/articles/2005/09/28/dm/obituaries/delaware/aobitt02.txt
Margaret Harmon Banks of Milton died of heart failure Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2005, in Bayhealth-MilfordMemorialHospital, Milford. She was 104.
Mrs. Banks was born Sept. 5, 1901, in Milton.
She was a domestic worker.
Mrs. Banks was a member of BethelA.M.E.Church, where she was a Sunday school teacher and missionary worker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marce and Victoria Hood Harmon; her husband, Elijah Banks; and a son, Richard M. Banks.
She is survived by three sons, Nolan Banks and Alton Harmon, both of Milton, and Milton Banks of Rochester, N.Y.; three daughters, Pearl Cirwithian of Milton, Joyce Jones of Ellendale and Marie Ealy of Philadelphia; three sons-in-law; two daughters-in-law; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; great-great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends.
Services will be noon Monday in BethelA.M.E.Church, Milton, where friends may
call two hours earlier.
Burial will be in BethelA.M.E.Cemetery. Arrangements by Young's Funeral Home,
Milford
Wayne Joseph Bundy, Sr. 1938-1990
Wayne Joseph Bundy, Sr., the eldest of two sons born Mar. 30, 1938 to the
late Joseph and Charlotte Bundy, was a quiet, easy going, family-oriented child.
The love security and sense of well being that the family unit provided was
the foundation of his existence. While most kids his age chose the fun and frolic
of the world outside-He, happily ripped, romped and read at the playground he
called home.
He was a unique person, with broad shoulders and a made up mind. The crowd did things their way and he did things his! His peers couldn't (not to say they wouldn't) pressure him and the tough guys couldn't (most of the time) incite him to attack. That is, unless you pushed him to the edge!
Wayne received his early education in the Pennsauken Township School System. He then went on to graduate from PalmyraHigh School in Palmyra, N.J. He was a good student, with a mind bent on learning any and everything.
On October 20, 1958, the young man from Morrisville (Delair), would have to temporarily sever the family ties. For on this date he would relocate to Ft. Monmouthin Northern N.J. Here he served as Radar Repairman for the U.S. Army. Then came June 29, 1961. His day of jubilee! With honorable discharge in hand, he headed back to the green, green, grass of home.
"By the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread." And Wayne knew this to be a reality. No longer sheltered by mother and dad and motivated by the needs of his own family, this mild mannered young man, began an aggressive campaign of the will. Salesman! Entrepreneur! Handyman! Gardner and Chef! These were but a few of the "Labours of Love" that he skillfully undertook. Whatever was necessary to provide for the needs of his loved ones, he did. The last of his employers, was Barlow Chevrolet in Delran, N.J. From 1978-1988 he worked as a car salesman; a profession in which he excelled.
We are admonished by the prophets of old to "remember thy creator in thy youth..." And Wayne did. As a child, he and his brother could be seen climbing the hill to the old St. Mathew's MethodistChurch. And as a young adult, under the pastorship of the late Rev. Pendleton, his name was recorded on the church roll. It was during this time period that he was led to become a teacher of the Sunday school he once attended.
Then, on April 24, 1988, in this same House of Prayer, he boldly returned to Gods throne of grace; completely surrendering his all to the person of Jesus Christ.
Born again and spirit filled, Wayne had a burning desire to worship and praise the Lord with instrument and song. And as a member of the men's choir, the latter part of his vision was manifested. However, the former (play gospel music on his saxophone), was a dream unfulfilled.
Home! Family! Doctors! Nurses! Hospitals! Pills Needles! Insulin! Blood test! Restricted diets! Bed rest! Faith! Fight! and Prayer!; would for the next thirty years become the prescription administered and refilled as needed.
December 5, 1990, 1 o'clock a.m., 1518 Velde Ave., Delair, N.J.
Petition granted! Wayne resides in heaven now; leaving behind his wife, Barbara, three sons, Wayne, Jr., Mark and Brian; four step children; Wilmer, Tony, Scott and Monica: two grandchildren; Sakeeha and Siran; brother, Bruce, Sr.; Uncle & Aunt, Daniel and Camella Bundy: two nieces, Cassandra and Naikia; a nephew, Bruce, Jr.; Great Nephew, Christopher; Great nieces; Alexandrea and Jazmine and a host of other family members and friends.
Pall Bearers -- Milton Bachelor, Gary Collins, Warren Bundy, Robert Johnson, Ronald Catlett, Marvin Schaeffer Honorary Pall Bearers -- William Griggs, Sr., Leroy McGee Interment: Monday, December 10, 1990, 12 o'clock Noon, Sunset Memorial Park, Pennsauken, New Jersey. Funeral arrangements by: Waples Funeral Home, Burlington and Camden.
Charlotte H. Saunders Carney 1924-2015
8 Sep 2015
http://www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Charlotte-Carney/#!/Obituary
Charlotte H. Carney, aged 91 years of Upper Deerfield Twp. passed away suddenly
on Saturday evening September 5, 2015, in InspiraMedicalCenter, Elmer. She had
been in failing health for the past few months.
Born in Greenwich Twp., she was the daughter of the late Holly and Helen (nee Harmon) Saunders, and the wife of the late Benjamin H. Carney Sr. She had been an area resident all of her life.
Charlotte was previously employed with the Chatem Dress Company, and she enjoyed traveling to visit with family, whom she loved. She was also a long time member of St. JohnUnitedMethodistChurch, Fordville.
Charlotte is survived by her sons Benjamin H. Carney Jr. and his wife Angelina of Upper Deerfield Twp., Stephen H. Carney and his wife Cynthia of North Carolina, and Nolan H. Carney and fiancé Barbara of Upper Deerfield Twp., daughter in law Nancy Carney of Ohio, her grandchildren Michael Carney, Benjamin H. Carney III, Maurice Carney, Charles Carney, Victoria Carney, and Stephen Carney, two great grandchildren Corbin Carney, Anna Carney, and many nieces, nephews, and various relatives. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by her son Milton H. Carney, a sister Elsie Pierce, and brother Harry Saunders.
Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Saturday September 12, 2015 at 12:00p.m. from the Sray-Webster Funeral Home, 62 Landis Ave., at Carll's Corner, Upper Deerfield Twp. The interment will be in FordvilleMemorial Park, Fairfield Twp. Friends may call on Saturday morning from 10:00 to 12:00p.m. prior to the services. Written condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com.
Milton "Nick" Carney 1944-2015
July 1, 1944 - August 20, 2015
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Milton "Nick" Carney, 71, passed away at his residence on August 20, 2015. He was born a native American Indian on July 1, 1944 in Bridgeton, NJ, a son to the late Benjamin Carney and his surviving mother, Charlotte Carney.
He was a proud member of the Delaware Tribe. Nick is also survived by his loving wife, Nancy; children, Michael James, Scott Douglas Young, Angela Michelle Young and Stephen Ryan (Charlotte); grandchildren, Kimberly, Gish, Seth, Morgan, Corbin, brothers; Benjamin Jr. (Lena) and Stephen (Cynthia) Nolan; uncles, David Saunders and Herbie Pierce; aunt, Lorraine Saunders, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a member of the US Air Force for 32 years, the American Legion, Pataskala Lions Club, The Republican Party Campaign and served his community with his whole heart.
Family will receive friends on Sunday, August 23, 2015 from 2-5 p.m. at the Kauber-Fraley Funeral Home, 289 S. Main St., Pataskala, Ohio, where funeral service will be held on Monday, August 24, 2015 at 11 a.m. with Pastors Richard and Gloria Bucher officiating. Interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Garden.
Irving Edward Carter 1890-1936
Notes:
Birth: ~1890; Death: Jul. 24, 1936
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
CARTER - In Bridgeton, N.J., on July 24, 1936, Irving E. Carter.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Monday afternoon, July 27, 1936, at 1 o'clock at his late residence, 139 S. Laurel St. Service at 2 o'clock from UnionBaptistTemple, South Pine St., Bridgeton. IntermentGouldtownCemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening 7 to 9 p.m.
Phyllis L. Carter 1942-2015
Phyllis L. Carter, 73 of Dover Delaware, passed away suddenly and unexpected
on Monday morning February 16, 2015 at her home. Born February 16, 2015 in Greenwich,
NJ she was the daughter of the late Ephraim and Rebecca (nee Loatman) Mosley,
and the wife of the late Ralph [U.] Carter Jr., who passed in 2011.
Phyllis grew up in Greenwich Twp., and had moved with her late husband to Delaware in 2005. She had also previously lived in Maryland for a number of years. She was formerly employed until her retirement, with the GloucesterCounty Public School system as an Administrative Assistant.
A member of the Nanticoke Lenni Lenape Tribe of Bridgeton, she was very proud of her Native ancestry, and was instrumental along with her late sister, Betty, in the reorganization of the tribe in the late 70's. She enjoyed playing the piano, knitting, doing needle work, crocheting and making Native American pieces for friends and family. She was very well known for her feistiness; however, respected for that attribute as well. She loved her family and time spent with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughters; Tyrese Gould Jacin to and her husband Victor of Bridgeton, and Shana Gould of Fairfax, Virginia; two sisters, Sara P. Rainey of Hopewell Twp., and Marguerite Yoshikawa of Tacoma, Washington; eight grandchildren, Steffani Savoy-El, George Torres, Annalyse Cooper, Marcus Torres, Adam Torres, Nolan Branch, Taylor Branch, and Sean Torres; two great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and relatives.
Besides her parents and her husband, Ralph, she was predeceased by a sister, Betty Jackson, and one brother, Ephraim Mosley Jr.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday February 21, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. from the Sray-Webster Funeral Home, 62 Landis Ave. at Carll's Corner, Upper Deerfield Twp. Friends may call on Saturday morning from 10:00 -12:00p.m. prior to the services. The interment will be in FernwoodMemorial Park, Hopewell Twp.
Virgil Monroe Clark 1942-2015
Virgil Monroe Clark, born February 14, 2015, known to so many by his nickname
as "Pluck" more than his given name, passed away gently surrounded
by his loving family, on Valentine's Day, Feb. 14, 2015, with his loving wife
of 47 years, Mayola at his side.
Virgil was a tireless worker, who most of his life worked two jobs. He was currently employed at Watson Funeral Home where he served 52 years. He also previously worked for 21 years at Townsends as a supervisor, and also retired from the Indian RiverSchool District while at the same tim e kept working for the funeral home. When something needed to be done, he just did it. He was a master of socializing, loved entertaining, and loved to cook. He cultivated thousands of friendships through the funeral home, and if something was going on, he knew from his contacts what it was, and what needed to be done. He was very much loved, and will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his wife, Mayola Allen Clark; and his father, Albert Clark, of Salisbury, Md. His mother Cornelia passed away in 2013. He is also survived by his daughter: Victoria Mayola Clark of Millsboro; and siblings: Vaughn Jarmon; Victoria Smith (Robert); Valerie Short (David); and Mary Bunch. A brother, Vernear Clark preceded Pluck, in 1979. Pluck is also survived by his beloved and treasured gra ndson: VaShawn Clark.
A period of viewing and visitation will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, at Watson Funeral Home from 3 till 6 p.m. that is informal, with the formal viewing and visitation being from 6 to 8 p.m. Friends may come anytime through those hours. A Prince Hall Masonic Service will be held at 7 p.m. A funeral service and Celebration of His Life will be held at 1 p.m., at St. John 2nd Baptist Church, Mt. Joy Road, Millsboro Sunday, Feb. 22. Interment follows at HarmonyUMCCemetery.
Floral tributes are welcomed, or for those wishing to make a memorial contr ibution, the family suggests either HarmonyUnitedMethodistChurch, PO Box 1435, Millsboro, DE 19966, or St. John 2nd Baptist Church, PO Box 116, Millsboro, DE 19966.
Charles Glendon Coker Sr. 1955-2015
August 13, 1955 - August 17, 2015
DelawareState News 30 Sep 2009
http://www.legacy.com/newszapDE/Obituaries.asp?Page=Lifestory&PersonId=133731170
Charles G. Coker Sr., 79, of Dover, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009, at the VA Hospital, Wilmington. He was born on April 23, 1930, in Dover, to the late James and Elizabeth Durham Coker.
Charles served in the U.S. Army and later worked at Smith Orchards, Spencer's Milling Company, and Jim Williams Steele Company. He raised ponies and was a driver for pony races. He has also enjoyed harness racing, raising beagles and rabbit hunting. He also enjoyed riding and preparing lawn mowers.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Sue Ann Coker; daughter and her husband, Denise and Ronald Pritchett; daughter, Donna Miller; son, Charles G. Coker Jr. and his wife Denise; stepdaughter, Jodi Seaman; stepson and his wife, William and Dawn Beasley; stepson and his wife, Johnny and Sissy Seaman; sister and her husband, Evelyn and Worth Townsend; brothers, James "Jr." Coker, Carl Lee Coker, Gene and wife Nancy Coker, and Larry Coker; nine grandchildren; two step-grandchildren, Cindy Hurtt, and Dustin Beasley; 16 great-grandchildren; special nephew, Kenny Johnson; and a dear friend, Rob Ford.
Remembrance and Memorial Services will be 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, at MaranathaFellowshipChurch, 60 Deer Track Lane, Dover, where friends may call from 11 a.m. until service time. Burial will be at the ImmanuelUnitedMethodistChurch. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to MaranathaFellowshipChurch, 60 Deer Track Lane, Dover, DE 19904. Letters of condolences may be sent to www.delmarvaobits.com or traderfh@aol.com
Ellsworth "Buddy" Coombs 1898-1941
Notes:
Birth: Sep. 6, 1898; Death: Mar. 25, 1941
Son of John E. Coombs & Euella/Luella (Gould) Coombs
Husband of Anna (Mosley) Coombs
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
COOMBS - In Bridgeton, N.J., March 25, 1941, Ellsworth (Buddy) husband of the
late Anna Coombs, aged 42 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Friday afternoon, March 28, at 1 o'clock from his late residence on the Buckshutem road. Services at 2 o'clock in Trinity A. M. E. Church, Gouldtown, N.J. Interment in GouldtownCemetery. Friends may call Thursday evening, 7 to 9.
Elijah Counceller 1861-1952
May 19, 1952 - The Courier Times, New Castle, IN
Elijah Counceller, 92, died at the home of his son, Harry, 130 N. 16th St.,
Sunday afternoon. (His birth year has been approximated.) He had been ill about
a year.
Mr. Counceller had been a lifelong resident of New Castle and worked as a carpenter.
Surviving besides the son, Harry, are another son, Melvin, of New Castle; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 2:30 p.m., at the Main and Sons Funeral Home. Rev. Paul Spurgeon will officiate and burial will be in SouthMoundCemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Tuesday.
Ella Davis Counceller 1866-1918
March 28, 1918 - New Castle Daily Courier, New Castle, Indiana
Mrs. Thomas Counceller, age 52, died shortly after midnight last night at her home, 217 South Twenty-Second street, after an illness of several months of cancer of the stomach and a complication of diseases. (Her birth year was approximated.)
She was the daughter of the late Vincent Davis, and had lived here all her life. She leaves a mother, husband, two children, Walter and Mrs. J. W. Green, of Newcastle, two grandchildren and two sisters and four brothers. The brothers are Sam and Luther Davis of Newcastle, and Charles and William of Tennessee. The sisters are Mrs. W. C. Brown, Connersville, and Mrs. George Downs, Fort Wayne.
The funeral will occur Easter Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home, Rev. W. W. Wiant in charge. Interment will be in Southmound.
Thomas Councellor 1858-1918
Notes: son of Thomas and Mary Ellen (Dunham) Councellor. He married 1) 3
Jul 1881, Henry Co., IN, Ida Frances Goldsberry. He married 2) 18 Dec 1883,
Henry Co., IN, Ella Davis.
Oct. 14, 1918 - New Castle Daily Courier, New Castle, IN
Thomas Counceller, age 60, well known citizen and grocer, died at his home, 217 South Twenty-second street Saturday night at 9 o'clock, after two weeks of serious illness with typhoid-pneumonia.
He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. John Green of this place, and one son, Walter Counceller, who is in the army stationed at Camp Sherman, Chillicothe, O. Walter arrived in Newcastle Saturday evening some time before the death of his father. Mr. Counceller is a wellknown citizen, having been a proprietor of a grocery, on the Ridge, for several years. Recently he closed the store. He was a widower, his wife having died in the early spring.
The funeral of Thomas Counceller, age 60, well known grocer, who died at his home, 217 South Twenty-second street, Saturday night at 9 o'clock from typhoid-pneumonia, was held today at 4 o'clock from the late residence. Interment was made in Southmound. Out of courtesy for the son, Walter Councellor, who is the U. S. service, Company M. furnished a detail to act as pallbearers.
Charles Willis Coursey 1946-2015
Died May 26, 2015
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Charles W. Coursey, of Seaford, went home to be with his Lord, Jesus Christ, surrounded by friends and family in his home on Tuesday evening, May 26, 2015. A local Nanticoke Native American of Oak Orchard, father and grandfather was loved my many.
He is survived by his loving wife, Diane Coursey, and his children: Charles Coursey; Jennifer Coursey; Celeste Jones, and husband Michael; and Laura Hudson. In addition, his grandchildren: Chase Coursey; Vivian Mae Coursey; Chloe Mae Coursey; Schylar Jones and Derek Jones; and his brothers: Albert Butch Coursey; Marshall Sonny Coursey; and Melvin Puddy Coursey. Charles was born on Jan. 20, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Charles and Cecelia Coursey, of Oak Orchard. Charles was the youngest of five siblings. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by two siblings, Helen and John.
He retired from the USDA where he worked as a research analyst. Charles was an avid horse lover, and a very devoted husband. He served his country faithfully in the US Navy. Charles was a member of the Selbyville Assembly of God Church. He and his wife enjoyed a Nursing Home Ministry, singing and praising God with the elderly. He loved to share his passion for horses, and his love of the Lord. Charles loved to play drums, and dance before the Lord in his native dress at the Nanticoke Pow wow.
He loved his children, and loved to watch them play sports and grow up to be successful. Charles only wanted the best for people, and worked hard up to the end to make a difference. He will truly be missed.
A public time of visitation and viewing will be held at the Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro DE on the evening of June 1, 2015 from 6 till 8 PM. Additional calling hours will be from 11:00 AM until 12:30 PM on Tuesday, June 2. At 12:30 PM a funeral service and Celebration of His Life will be held with the Rev. LeRoy Weymouth officiating. Interment follows with Military Honors at the Delaware Veteran's MemorialCemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests benevolences and well wishes to be sent to Mrs. Charles Coursey; P.O. Box 730; Seaford, DE 19973. Electronic condolences to www.watsonfh.com
Florence Cuff ~1929-2015
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Florence Cuff, 86, of Stow Creek Twp., passed away peacefully on Friday morning May 15, 2015 at the Golden Rehabilitation Center in Mannington Twp.
Born in FairfieldTownship, she was the daughter of the late Grafton and Beryl Cuff (nee Gould). She was a graduate of SalemHigh School and a lifelong area resident.
Florence worked as a seamstress for Major Clothing in Bridgeton. Following her retirement, she worked for the Green Thumb Program at the Cumberland County Library.
She was a long time member of the QuintonBaptistChurch and was a member of the Quilting Bee at the church.
She is survived by two sisters, Alice Dean of Quinton Twp. and Pauline Pierce of Dover, DE and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother Norman Cuff and her brother in law, William Dean.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Wednesday afternoon May 20, 2015 at 2 o'clock at the Freitag Funeral Home, 137 W. Commerce Street in Bridgeton with Rev. Richard Brennan of the Quinton Baptist Church officiating. The interment will take place at FernwoodMemorial Park in HopewellTownship. Friends will be received at the funeral home Wednesday afternoon between 1 and 2. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Florence's memory to the QuintonBaptistChurch, PO Box 6, Quinton, NJ 08072.
Francis M. "Frank" Cuff 1888-1937
Notes:
Birth: Jun., 1888; Death: Dec. 13, 1937
Son of Archibald Cuff, Sr. & Mary (Miller) Cuff
Husband of Daisy (Baynard) Cuff
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
CUFF - In Camden, N.J., Dec. 13, 1937, Frank M. Cuff, aged 49 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service from the Trinity A. M. E. Church Friday morning, Dec. 17, at 11 o'clock. Interment in the GouldtownCemetery. Friends may view the body at 208 E. Commerce St., Thursday evening from 6:30 until 7:30 o'clock.
Reuben H. Cuff 1854-1940
Notes:
Birth: Jul. 10, 1854; Death: Sep. 7, 1940
Son of Francis "Frank" Cuff & Mary (Gould) Cuff
Husband of 1). Sarah J. (Pierce) Cuff & 2). Mary (_____) Cuff
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
CUFF - Suddenly, in Fairfield Township, on Sept. 7, 1940, Reuben H. Cuff, husband of Mary Cuff, aged 84 [86] years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 10, at 1 o'clock from his late residence in Gouldtown. Interment in GouldtownCemetery. Friends may call Monday evening from 7 to 9.
Lular Shuler Dantzler 1891-1940
Notes:
Birth: 1891; Death: Nov. 18, 1940
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
DANTZLER - Suddenly in FairfieldTownship, on Nov. 18, 1940, Lular, wife of John Dantzler, aged 49 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the service on Thursday afternoon, Nov. 21, at 1:30 o'clock from John Wesley M. E. Church, South Ave. and Eagle St., Bridgeton. Interment in GouldtownCemetery. Friends may call Wednesday evening, 7 to 9 at the parlor of Cornelius J. Mack, Jr., 22 Academy St.
Phyllis Lorraine Durham Dangerfield 1931-2002
Notes:
Daughter of Winford/Winifred V. Morgan & Mary Elmira "Elmira"
Durham Fisher
Phyllis Lorraine Durham Dangerfield was born May 6, 1931 in Cheswold, Delaware to the late Elmira Fisher, and departed this life on January 7, 2002 in her home at Luther Towers of Dover after a long illness. She was 70 years old.
In addition to her mother, Phyllis was preceded in death by a son, Robert Dangerfield. She is survived by three sons, Joseph & Reginald Brown of Syracuse, New York, Darryl Durham and his wife Gwendolyn of San Francisco, California, a sister, Viola Stewart of Philadelphia, Pa., her aunt, Gladys Morris, 2 nieces, Sandra Stevenson, and Esther Brown, a nephew, Ronald Thorpe, 9 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.
Phyllis was a member of the Foster Grandparents Program after her retirement. She enjoyed being around people of all ages. She was dearly loved by her family and friends and will be greatly missed.
The family of Phyllis would like to extend appreciation to all who loved her and participated with her care, her beloved friend Tina, and her very close cousin, Vanessa as well as her extended Luther Towers family.
A memorial service will be held at Luther Towers 1 at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 12, 2002. Words of remembrance and prayer will be spoken by Billy Sanders and Paula Johnson.
Lucinda Davenport 1956-2015
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April 6, 1956 - August 9, 2015
Lucinda Davenport of Dover, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2015 at the Delaware Hospice Center, Milford. She was 59.
Lucinda was born April 6, 1956 in Dover, Delaware to Purcell Durham, Sr. and Shirley Durham, and raised by her grandparents, Horace and Sara Durham.
She was a manager at the Shore Stop in Cheswold for 20 years, and was a homemaker for the last several years. Lucinda enjoyed spending time with her family and spending time going shopping
with her sister Tina and son Glenn and eating lunch at Olive Garden.
Lucinda is survived by her loving husband of 12 years, Henry Hank Davenport; her parents, Purcell and Shirley Durham; son, Glenn Lightcap; brothers, Duke Durham and George Durham; sisters, Tina Webster, Jo Ann Bachtel and Debbie Wheeler all of Dover.
Funeral services will be held 12PM, Sunday, August 16, 2015 at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road (Rt.10), Dover. Friends may call from 10-12. Interment will be in the Forest Grove Seventh-day Adventist Church Cemetery, Dover. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Forest Grove SDA Church of Dover
Ethelda Street Dean 1920-2006
The News Journal Aug. 11, 2006
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Ethelda "Ted" Street Dean Age 86, departed this life Aug. 7, 2006 at Parkview Nursing Center. Beloved wife of William Dean. Loving mother of Ron Dean & his wife, Julie Sertel, and stepson, Richard Spencer. Grandmother of Ella & Anthony Dean. Sister of Gladys Porter, of Ann Arbor, MI, & the late Evelyn Gardner Green (Kenneth). Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins & friends. Mrs. Dean worked as a teacher's aide at Bancroft School & as a coordinator at Piane's Caterers. Her lifelong loves were children, family & humor. She was a member of Canaan Baptist Church.
Celebration of Life Service will be 11 am Tues., Aug. 15, at Shiloh Baptist Church, 23rd & Washington Sts., Wilmington, where viewing will be from 9-11 am only. Interment in Rolling Green Memorial Park, West Chester, PA. Arr. by Congo Funeral Home.
William Albert Dean 1920-2009
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William Albert Dean, age 88, husband of the late Ethelda “Ted” Dean, passed away Monday, June 22, 2009 in St. Francis Hospital. He was born in Culpepper, VA on Apr. 18, 1920 and resided in Wilmington, DE. He was the father of Ron Dean (Julie Sertel) and Richard Spencer (Bonita). He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, great grands, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.
Mr. Dean enlisted in the United States Army where he served in WWII and in South East Asia. He retired from Chrysler and he was a devoted member of Canaan Baptist Church.
Funeral 10am, Friday, June 26th at Canaan Baptist Church, 3011 New Castle Avenue. Viewing 8-9:45am only. Burial Rolling Green Memorial Park.
David Gerald Downes 1970-2001
State News (Dover, DE) - Friday, September 14, 2001
David Gerald Downes of Dover died of respiratory failure due to an asthma attack Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2001, in Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, Dover. He was 31.
Mr. Downes was born Jan. 11, 1970, in Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, Dover, son of Jane Downes Stevens of Philadelphia and the late Hubert Wilkerson.
He received his education in Dover area schools and graduated from Dover High School in 1988. He went on to Delaware State College (now Delaware State University). He left college to help care for his Aunt Mary, who preceded him in death.
He loved to cook and he worked for Villa Paradiso Restaurant and the Olive Garden in Dover and several Italian Restaurants in the Newark area.
Mr. Downes was a kind, quiet, gentle person loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed by his friends and especially his family.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, Wendell Wilkerson; two sisters, Brenda Wall and Denise Wilkerson; his cousin, who was as close as a brother, Jamie A. Downes; his grandmother, Jane M. Downes; his great-grandmother, Elsie H. Mosely of Philadelphia; his uncle, Paul W. Downes; his aunt, Betty-Jo Smith and uncle Courtney Smith of Pittsburgh; a beloved great-aunt, Betty Sorrell of Pondtown, Md.; three special friends, Larry Watson, Rocha Watson; and Andre Watson and a host of cousins, great-aunts and friends.
Services will be 7 p.m. Sunday at the Whatcoat United Methodist Church in Dover, where friends may call two hours earlier. The Rev. Alice Johnson Ervin will officiate. Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday in Sharon Hill Cemetery in Dover. Arrangements by the Bennie Smith Funeral Home in Dover.
Elisha Durham 1864-1942
04 Mar 1942
Kokomo Tribune
Elisha Durham died at 4:45 o'clock Wednesday morning at the home of his nurse at 1031 South Purdum street, Kokomo. He was taken to the nursing home two weeks ago from his home in Greentown, suffering from a complication of diseases which ended in his death.
He was born August 25, 1864, on the Grant-Tipton county line, Indiana and spent his entire life in the east end of Howard county.
He is survived by seven sons: George of Kokomo, John of Indianapolis, Delmer of Greentown, Cloyd of Greentown, William of South Bend and Leslie of Brazil; two daughters, Mrs. Edith Bogue of Kokomo and Mrs. Minnie Perkins of Greentown; two brothers, Will of Kokomo and Ellsworth of Tipton, and one sister, Mrs. Lou Hunsinger of Elwood.
Funeral services will be conducted from the Main Street Christian church in Greentown at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon with the Rev. Gilmore of Kokomo officiating. Burial will follow in the Ellis cemetery at Phlox. Friends desiring to view the remains may do so at the residence in Greentown after Thursday noon.
John Durham 1828-1911
Notes:
Birth Jun., 1828, Kent County, Delaware
Death Jul. 13, 1911, Tipton County, Indiana
Husband of:
1. Delila (Wood) Durham
2. Harriet (Cheatham) Durham
3. Margery L. (Pike) Martin Durham
4. Sarah T. (Price) Acres Durham (divorced)
5. Mary Ann (Hickman) Cox Durham
John Durham, one of the aged inmates of the county infirmary, died Thursday morning at 6 o'clock, his death being of a nature that was very sudden. Mr. Durham had been an inmate of the place for about three years and was eighty-five years of age, he being one of the pioneers of this county, locating on a farm in the eastern part of this county in 1865. He had been married five times, the wives all being dead, except one and he was divorced from her.
Mr. Durham had been in his usual health, although on Wednesday he complained to Superintendent Middleton that he was not feeling well and on several occasions during the day he made slight complaint. During the early part of the morning he grew worse and his death took place at 6 o'clock.
The deceased is survived by the following children: William Durham, Wesley Durham, of Tipton county, Mrs. Will Pape, of Owen county, Mrs. Joe Moore, of Elwood, Mrs. Lee Webb, of Madison county, Elisha Durham, of Howard county and Mrs. Abe Collier, of this county.
The funeral arrangements have not been completed, but it is understood that the burial will take place near Phlox.
Harriett "Hattie" Cuff Edwards 1872-1937
Notes:
Birth: Jun., 1872; Death: Nov. 7, 1937
Daughter of Anthony Cuff & Amelia (Pierce) Cuff
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
EDWARDS - In Bridgeton, N.J., Nov. 7, 1937, Harriet, wife of William H. Edwards, aged 65 years.
Funeral services private from her husband's residence on the Buckshutem road, Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 10, at 2 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7 until 9 o'clock.
Theresa Deborah Tilghman Fontaine 1927-1987
Birth: Apr. 28, 1927; Death: Jul. 20, 1987
On Monday, July 20th, 1987, our beloved mother, Theresa Deborah Fontaine was called to rest.
She was born on April 28, 1927 in Philadelphia, Pa. to the late James and Arnetta Tilghman.
Theresa received her elementary and secondary education in Philadelphia, Pa. and was a graduate of William Penn High School for Girls. In her youth she was baptized and confirmed in the Gesu Catholic Church.
Theresa was united in holy wedlock to Isaiah William Fontaine. From this union ten children were born.
Terry, as she was lovingly known by her family and friends, enjoyed music and was a very talented vocalist and pianist. She was an avid fan of Bach, Beethoven and Chopin. Her favorite vocalist was Frank Sinatra. Terry was a lover of nature and her home was always open to all of God's creatures.
Though she sleeps, but not forever, she leaves to cherish fond memories: six sons, Isaiah, Jr., Philip, Michael, Timothy, Antonia and Clarence Byrd, Jr.; five daughters, Arnetta Canada, of New York and of Philadelphia, Cassandra Gilmore, Sallie Boyd, Cynthia Johnson and Berneice Fontaine. She also leaves twenty-five grandchildren, one sister, Berneice Johnson; four sons-in-law, four daughters-in-law, four brothers-in-law, ten sisters-in-law, one aunt and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep; for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. - Psalm 4:8
Timothy Leroy Fontaine 1956-2001
Birth: Jun. 13, 1956, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, USA
Death: Jan. 28, 2001
Our beloved, Timothy Leroy Fontaine was born June 13, 1956 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Isaiah Fontaine and Theresa Tilghman Fontaine. He departed this life on Sunday, January 28, 2001.
Timmy, as his family and friends fondly called him, received his education in the Philadelphia School System. At an early age he accepted God in his life, attending Miller Memorial Baptist Church with his grandmother and was baptized at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. As a young teenager, Timmy went to work side by side with his father, brothers, uncles and cousins in the family's rigging company. Timmy remained there until he was unable to work.
Timmy loved his family and friends dearly. His zest for life will be remembered and the cherished memories of his fun-loving, kind, thoughtful and humorous personality will embellish the hearts of all who loved him. His eagerness to celebrate, special occasions or not, was radiated as he looked forward to acknowledging every birthday and holiday. You could look forward to receiving a phone call or a personal visit from him. And, if you were ever lucky enough to share in or watch his smooth steps to his favorite dance, the "Bop," then you truly experienced a treat. "No one could do it better!" His renowned flair and love for music, especially the "oldies," signatures his suave movements and crooning silhouette in appreciation of the art.
Timmy will be missed greatly by his family and friends. The cherished memories of his precious life will be heart warming to reminisce from time to time. In acceptance to the word of God, thine will be done.
Timmy leaves to mourn: his children, Timothy Jr., Theresa, Brian [Bryant], Sylvia and Frances; two step-children, Tosha and Robert; five grandchildren, Toshine, Shashae, Lamont Jr., Kanaya and Kadijah; and one grandchild due in June 2001; four brothers, Isaiah, Philip, Michael and Clarence; five sisters, Arnetta, Cassandra, Sallie, Cynthia and Berneice; one daughter-in-law, Kadijah; two brothers-in-law, William and Nathaniel; three sisters-in-law, Amelia, Sandra and Tracey, the wife of his brother, the late Antonio Fontaine; his beloved companion, Ms. Grace Briggs, nine aunts, four uncles, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
"He appeared in a body and vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was preached among the nations, was believed on in the word, and was taken up in glory." Timothy 1:15
"Some people come into our lives and quickly go, others stay for a while, leaving footprints on our hearts and we are never quite the same."
The family and friends of Timothy "Timmy" Fontaine wishes to express our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who have lent a helping hand and offered words of comfort during this time. May our Lord and Savior continue to keep all of you in His tender, loving care. We also ask that you keep us in your prayers.
Thank you!
Edward E. Ford Jr. ~1942-2015
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Edward E. “Tinker” Ford, 73 of Bridgeton, passed away suddenly on Tuesday evening June 2 in Inspira Health Medical Center, Vineland.
Tinker was born in Bridgeton, the son of the late Edward and Isabel (Pierce) Ford and an area resident all of his life.
He was employed as a truck driver with the Cumberland County Utilities Authority and had also previously worked for H. H. Hankins and Bro. in Bridgeton. Tinker enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid deer hunter; hunting in New Jersey and also taking many trips to Maine, Delaware, and other states. He was an avid fan of NASCAR and attended several races; and was a collector of country music CD’s and enjoyed watching old Westerns and War movies. Tinker was also a former member of the Hopewell Stow Creek Fire Company.
Surviving him is his daughter Nancy Bowman and her husband Doug of Montana, his four brothers, William Ford, Franklin Ford, Calvin Ford, and Gary Lloyd; one sister, Jean Heath; two grandchildren, Kelli Barbeck and Jennifer Barbeck; five great grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. He was predeceased by a sister, Betty Collins, and brother, Russell Ford.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday June 9, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. from the Sray Webster Funeral Home, 62 Landis Ave. at Carll’s Corner, Upper Deerfield Twp. The interment will be in Laurel Lawn Cemetery, Upper Deerfield Twp. Friends may call on Tuesday morning from 10:00 to 11:00a.m. prior to the services. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to
The Salvation Army Bridgeton Corps, 29 West Commerce Street, Bridgeton, NJ 08302.
Mary V. Frazier 1885-1938
Notes:
Birth: 1885; Death: Mar. 11, 1938
Wife of Thomas B. Frazier
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
FRAZIER - In Hopewell Township, March 11, 1938, Mary, wife of Thomas Frazier, aged 52 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral services on Tuesday, March 15, at 2 p.m., from her late residence, Forrest Ave., Oak Villa. Interment, Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Monday evening from 7 to 9 p.m.
Valerie Goldsboro ~1962-2014
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Valerie R. Goldsboro 52 of Norma went home to her resting place on Friday, May 23, 2014 surrounded by her family and friends. Valerie’s passing was unexpected and sudden. She will be dearly missed by all who have come into contact with her. To know Valerie was to Love Valerie. She had a spunky personality.
Born in Bridgeton, NJ she was the daughter of William (Billy) Goldsboro, Sr. and the late Dorothy Pierce Goldsboro.
Valerie ran her own cleaning service for many years, servicing newly constructed homes, businesses, and private homes. Valerie loved being in the great outdoors, whether it was in her yard with her animals, fishing, crabbing, boating, or creating many crafts including her well-loved photo collages.
In addition to her father, Valerie leaves to cherish her fond memories to her son; William Goldsboro III (Shannon), grandson; Michael, Fiancé; Greg Click, Siblings; Vincent Bright (Darlene), Peggy Robinson (Virgil), Annette Young (Daniel), Jeffrey Goldsboro (Millie), Michael Goldsboro (Anna), Joy Atkins (Robert), Jonathan Goldsboro and Rochele Manno (David); as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Valerie was predeceased by two brothers; Donald Bright and William Goldsboro Jr.
A viewing will be held Friday May 30, 2014 from 6pm to 8pm at the Edward and Sons Funeral Home 208 E. Commerce St. Bridgeton, NJ. Family and friends are also welcome to attend memorial services at the home of 111 Moods Road, Mullica Hill on Saturday, May 31 @ 1PM. Written condolences may be sent to www.stanleysmemorialchapel.com
Life celebration services are under the supervision of Stanley’s Memorial Chapel, Inc. Camden, NJ
Romaine H. Goldsborough 1903-1936
Notes:
Birth: Jan., 1903; Death: May 18, 1936
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
GOLDSBOROUGH - At New Lisbon, N.J., May 18, 1936, Romaine H. Goldsborough.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Friday, May 22, at 1 p.m., from his late residence, [113?] W. Vine St., Bridgeton. Service at 2 p.m. from Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday evening, 7 to 9 o'clock.
Thelma Davine Loatman Gonzalez 1947-2015
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Thelma Davine Loatman Gonzalez, 67, affectionately known as "Peachie" by all who knew and loved her, departed this life on Sunday morning, September 6, 2015 at 10:08 A.M. at her home in Deltona, FL. surrounded by her loved ones.
The Biblical meaning of the number 10 is the number of perfection or completion of God's Divine Order and it is the only one of the perfect biblical numbers in which humans have a part of. Also, the number 8 symbolizes resurrection and a new beginning (Gen 21:4).
Born in Bridgeton, she was the daughter of the late David J. and Thelma Loatman (nee Ridgeway). Peachie attended the Bridgeton Public School System, which is what jump started her passion for children receiving a higher education. Peachie met her loving husband, Domingo "Cataño" Gonzalez Sr., in her teenage years, and it was love at first sight. They were married for 54 years. During her residence in Bridgeton, Thelma was employed with Major Clothing and the Cumberland Manor Nursing Home in Hopewell Township, where she was loved and well respected.
In 1996, Peachie and her husband retired to Deltona, FL. There she worked as a certified nurse's aide at Florida Memorial Hospital in Orlando, FL. Peachie took great pride in her roles as a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. She thoroughly enjoyed bringing people together and entertaining. She was an outstanding hostess and her door was always open to her family and friends. You would never leave Peachie's home without having a good conversation, a hot cup of coffee, and a delicious meal. She was an outstanding cook, and you always left her home feeling fully satisfied.
Besides her parents, Peachie was predeceased by 3 brothers: David Loatman Jr., Harrison Loatman and Lewis Loatman.
Along with her devoted husband, she will be sadly missed by her five children, David (Janet) Gonzalez of Fairton, Domingo (Jackie) Gonzalez Jr. of Palm Coast, FL, Thelma (Thomas) Belton of Deltona, FL, Dorothy Gonzalez-Weber of Atlanta, GA, and Tracy (James "Bo") Lilly of Deltona, FL, two sisters, Julia (Antonio) Figueroa of Lakeland, FL and Carole Kennedy of Maitland, FL, her brother, Edward Torres of Millville, three sisters-in-law, Nina Gonzalez, Elba Soto, and Olga Soto; fourteen grandchildren, Keyona (William) Walker, Ashley Gonzalez, Janae Gonzalez, Domingo Gonzalez III, Shakiria (Marvin) Jones-Moore, Taneria Jones, Davine Laster, Thomas Belton Jr., Johnathan Belton, Bria Weber, Jasmine Weber, McCastle Weber Jr., James Lilly III, and Justin Lilly; eight great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Peachie loved life, her family, and she came to love her God. "Though we commit her flesh to this earth, her spirit has ascended to its rightful place in Heaven, with her Lord and savior Jesus Christ."
Family and friends are invited to attend a service on Saturday morning, September 12th at 10 o'clock at the Union Baptist Temple, 30 Martin Luther King Jr. Way in Bridgeton with Rev. Albert Morgan officiating.
The entombment will take place privately at Overlook Cemetery in Bridgeton.
Family and friends will be received on Friday evening September 11, 2015 between 6 and 8 at the Freitag Funeral Home, 137 W. Commerce Street in Bridgeton and again Saturday morning between 8 and 10 at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family has a dedicated scholarship fund with Bridgeton High School that will help local students seek a higher education. Please send donations to the Cumberland County College Foundation C/O Thelma D. Gonzalez Scholarship Fund, PO Box 1500, Vineland, NJ 08360.
Abijah Gould IV ~1840-1923
Notes:
Birth: Jan., 1840; Death: May 5, 1923
Son of Oliver Gould & Rhumah Cuff Gould
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
GOULD - In Gouldtown, May 5, 1923, Abijah Gould, aged 83 years.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his son, Ward R. Gould, on Monday afternoon, May 7, at 1:30 p.m. Services in Gouldtown Church at 2 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery.
Albert Gould 1852-1927
Notes:
Birth: Aug., 1852; Death: May 2, 1927
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
GOULD - Near Gouldtown, N.J., May 2, 1927, Albert Gould, aged 74 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his son Furman P. C. Gould, on the Gould road, near Gouldtown, N.J., on Wednesday afternoon, May 4, 1927, at 1:30 o'clock advanced time. Services in Gouldtown Church at two o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7 until 9 o'clock.
Caroline Pierce Gould 1855-1929
Notes:
Birth: Dec., 1855 (1860 census age 5); Death: Sep. 22, 1929
Daughter of Adam Pierce, III & Elizabeth (Gould) Pierce
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
GOULD - In Bridgeton, N.J., Sept. 22, 1929, Caroline, widow of Charles S. Gould, aged 58 years.
Relatives and friends without further notice are invited to attend the funeral without further notice from her late residence, No. 726 South Grove St., Bridgeton, on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 25th, at one o'clock advanced time. Services in Gouldtown Church at 2 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7:30 until 9 o'clock.
Ella M. Williams Gould 1882-1927
Notes:
Birth: 1882; Death: Feb. 9, 1927
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
GOULD - In Bridgeton, N.J., Feb. 9th, 1927, Ella M. Williams, wife of Elliott D. Gould, aged 44 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her father-in-law, William C. Gould, South East Ave., Bridgeton, N.J., Saturday afternoon, Feb. 12th, at 1 o'clock. Service in Gouldtown M. E. Church at 2 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening at her father-in-law's residence from 7 to 8 o'clock.
Mary E. Gould 1856-1940
Notes:
Birth: Sep. 23, 1856; Death: Nov. 12, 1940
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
GOULD - In Bridgeton, Nov. 12, 1940, Mary E. Gould, aged 84 years.
Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery.
Christina Mae Norwood-Green 1945-2015
May 16, 2015
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Christina Mae Norwood-Green, 70, of Milford, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2015, with her children by her side.
Christina was born Jan. 22, 1945, in Millsboro to the loving parents Samuel and Thelma Norwood. She received her elementary education from Millsboro Seventh Day Adventist School and her high school education from William C. Jason Comprehensive High School. She attended Delaware State College where she received a bachelor's degree in home economics.
Christina served as a consumer education teacher for the Indian River School District. She was also employed by various local poultry plants for 22 years, and by MBNA as loan officer, where she retired after 13 years of service.
Christina was a faithful member of First Millsboro Seventh-day Adventist Church. She served as Sabbath School superintendent and secretary, teacher, hospitality committee member, usher, food bank, choir member and deaconess. She was an active member of the Alleghany East Conference Pathfinders for over 35 years. She served as the director of First Millsboro SDA Hi-Thrones for 10 years. Even after retirement she continued to support the Pathfinders by attending as many functions as a she could.
Christina is survived by her two daughters, Melanie Washington (Kevin) of Baltimore, Md. and Christi Green-Hendrix (Chancey) of Seaford.; five grandchildren Kiara Green of Baltimore, Jahnila and Nykiara Jones of Seaford, and Za’layia and Leasia James of Ellendale.; seven sisters Elizabeth Moore (Wabash) of Frankford, Grace Winston (Lonnie, deceased) of Jacksonville, N.C,. Ellen Norwood of Dover, Lydia Brooks (Michael) of Salisbury, Md., Marilyn Hatton (Gene) of Dover, Naomi Winston (Lynn, deceased) of Cedar Hill, Texas and Debbie Lewis (David) of Florida; sister-in-law Beverly Jackson of Millsboro; brother Ernest Norwood (Sandy) of Pine Forge, Pa.; five devoted friends Stephanie Haygood of Frankford, Doris Fillayou of Georgetown, Jean Harris of Georgetown, Sandra Watts of Milford, Inez Barnes of Milford; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Christina was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Barnes and Thelma Ellen Norwood; four brothers Benjamin Norwood (Bonnie), Robert Norwood (Doris), Charles Norwood, Daniel Norwood (Madeline); and one sister Fedora Jones (James).
There will be a public viewing Monday, May 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Watson Funeral Home in Millsboro. The service to celebrate Christina’s life will be Tuesday, May 19, at First Millsboro Seventh-Day Adventist Church. 30007 Cordrey Road, Millsboro, at 1 p.m. Christina was devoted to meeting the needs of others. Keeping that tradition, we ask that in lieu of flowers please send a donation in Christina Green’s name to University of Pennsylvania Ambramson Cancer Center, 3535 Market Street, Suite 750, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (www.penncancer.org) or to Penn Medicine Rittenhouse Hospice (www.giving.apps.upenn.edu).
Rachel M. Hughes Green 1930-2015
Rachel M. Hughes Green 84, of Gouldtown, NJ passed away on Monday evening February 23, 2015 after a short battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Gouldtown, she was born July 2, 1930 , the daughter of the late John Romaine and Ariana (nee Gould) Hughes, and the wife of the late Wayne Green.
Rachel was a devoted wife and mother. She worked at Val Mode Factory (formerly M.C. Schrank) in Bridgeton, then in the Fairfield Township School as a cafeteria aide and later as a teacher’s aide until her retirement in 1992. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, going out to dinner with “The Birt hday Club” and reading and sending email to her friends on the computer. She also enjoyed birdwatching.
She is survived by her daughter Wendy Green Holmes and her husband Basil Fearrington of Wilmington, DE, a grandson Wayne G. Holmes, three Godchildren Jeremy Mayhew, Josephine Pope Veney, and Valerie Scott Lollie, and several nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Wayne Green, a son Victor Wayne Green, grandson Augustus S. Holmes III, her brother John R. Hughes Jr., a sister Eleanor Hughes Thompson, and several nieces an d nephews.
Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Saturday February 28, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. from the Sray-Webster Funeral Home, 62 Landis Ave. at Carll’s Corner, Upper Deerfield Twp. Pastor Linda Pierce will officiate. The interment will be in Gouldtown Memorial Park, Fairfield Twp. A viewing will be held from 1:00p.m. – 2:00 p.m. prior to the services. Written condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com.
Clarence Mark "Mark" Grinage 1922-1974
Clarence M. Grinage, 51, of 636 Erie, South Haven, died Saturday morning at the South Haven Community Hospital. He was the co-owner of the South Haven Burger Chef.
Surviving are: his wife, Wilma; five sons; Gary Grinage, South Haven, Dan Grinage, Kalamazoo, Mich., Lynn Grinage, Bangor, Roger Grinage, Kalamazoo, Mich., Kim Grinage, at home; one daughter, Kathy Grinage, at home; three sisters; Mrs. Eleanor Pierson, Lansing, Mich., Mrs. Lois Roberts, Cincinnati, Ohio, Mrs. Edna Hagland, Ft Wayne, Ind.; two brothers, Robert Grinage, Martin Mich., Louis Grinage, Plainwell, Mich.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Calvin Funeral Home in South Haven. Burial will be in Arlington Hills Cemetery. Friends may call at the Calvin funeral home chapel Monday evening from 7 to 9.
Wilma R. Coffinger Grinage 1926-2000
Wilma R. Grinage-Carpenter, 74, of Parchment, formerly of Bangor, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2000, at Rose Arbor Hospice, Kalamazoo, following complications of long-term diabetes. Wilma put up a long and determined fight trying to overcome her disease. May she rest in peace.
The family will meet friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Bangor Chapel, D. L. Miller Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday with the Rev. John Willis officiating. Burial will be in Arlington Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Greater Kalamazoo or the American Diabetes Association.
Wilma was born Jan. 4, 1926, in Bangor, the daughter of Walter and Leona Coffinger. She spent her early life raising her six children and working through home sales. In 1970, she and her husband, Clarence "Mark" Grinage opened the Burger Chef Restaurant in South Haven. Mark passed away on April 13, 1974. After Mark's death, Wilma purchased and operated the Montgomery Ward Catalog store and in later years she semi-retired to Belleview, Fla., where she continued working in sales at Lurias.
In 1993, she married Robert K. Carpenter, also of Belleview. They moved back north to live in Bangor where they could care for Wilma's father, Walter. Most recently Wilma and Bob moved to the Kalamazoo area.
Survivors include: her husband, Bob; six children - Gary (Cheryl) Grinage of Plainwell, Dan (JoAnne) Grinage of Plainwell, Lynn Grinage of Florida, Roger (Mary) Grinage of South Haven, Kim (Karla) Grinage of Oshtemo, Kathy (Jim) Hartmann of Watervliet; 17 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three sisters - Jean Gardner of Kalamazoo, Sue Dietz of Battle Creek and Margy Conway of Decatur; two brothers - Arlin Coffinger of Kalamazoo and Orrin Coffinger of Lawrence.
Mildred Bernice Harmon 1927-2015
6 Mar 2015
http://www.watsonfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2996792&fh_id=13945
Mrs. Mildred Bernice Harmon “Indian Pride” of Millsboro, DE passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at the Delaware Hospice Center. She wa s 87 years old.
Mrs. Mildred Harmon was born in Millsboro, DE on June 18, 1927 to the late Joseph and Elsie Davis Clark.
She worked at Swift’s Poultry Plant for many years. Mildred was a member of Indian Mission United Methodist Church and a life member of the Nanticoke Indian Association. She was an easy going and a kind person. Mildred enjoyed shopping and going out to eat. She was dedicated to her family and especially loved her grandchildren dearly.
She is survived by two daughters, Dalene Brandner and her husband Rick of Millsboro, DE; Diane Johnson of Georgetown, DE; a step-son Reese Harmon, Jr., of Millsboro, DE; one brother, Laymond Clark of New Jersey; five grandchildren, Jodie Brown, Jessie Pritchett, Farrah Norwood, Devin Cropper and Amanda Norwood, along with a host of great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She is also survived by extended family and friends as well as her feline friend, “Cupcake” and canine friend “Snickers.”
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the Indian Mission United Methodist Church, 22701 Indian Mission Road, Harbeson, DE 19951, where friends may call after 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in the adjoining church cemetery. Pastor Karen Mumford will officiate. Letters of condolence may be emailed via www.watsonfh.com
Shirley J. Pierce Harris 1945-2015
South Jersey Times on May 28, 2015
http://obits.nj.com/obituaries/southjerseytimes/obituary.aspx?n=shirley-harris&pid=174956145
Shirley J. Pierce Harris, 69, of Williamstown, passed away suddenly Saturday, May 23, 2015 in Celebration, Florida. Born November 14, 1945, in Bridgeton, NJ she was the daughter of the late Melvin X. and Doris Goldsboro Pierce. She was the wife of Edwin "Nick" Harris.
Shirley was a 1965 graduate of the Bridgeton High School. She worked as a comptroller for the City of Bridgeton for many years before retiring in 2005. She also served as the first minority business administrator for the City of Bridgeton. She was a member of the Trinity AME Church in Gouldtown where she was active in bible study and served as a food bank coordinator.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by: sons, Harvel Brown (Bernadette) and Greg Miller (Rasheen); daughters, Nichelle Coles (Shawn), Shannon Harris and Niquita Harris-Leary; sisters, Helen "Becky" Street (Herbert) and Nellie I. Durham (Carl); fourteen grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held 12PM Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Trinity AME Church 1107 Bridgeton Millville Pike, Bridgeton, NJ. Interment Gouldtown Memorial Park, Fairfield Twsp., NJ. Friends will be received at the church Saturday from 9AM to 12PM. Condolences may be left at www.stanleysmemorialchapel.com.
Julia A. Winrow Hubbard ~1867-1938
Notes:
Birth: Sep., 1866/1867; Death: Mar. 18, 1938
Daughter of Abram Winrow, Jr. & Mary Susan (Boley) Winrow
Wife of John H. "Harry" Hubbard
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
HUBBARD - In Bridgeton, N.J., on March 18, 1938, Julia, widow of the late Harry Hubbard, aged 71 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral on Tuesday, March 22, at 1 p.m., from her late residence, 170 Vine St. Service at 2 p.m. from the Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. Interment Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Monday evening, 7 to 9 p.m.
Adella Naomi Hughes 1964-2015
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/thedailyjournal/obituary.aspx?n=adella-n-hughes&pid=174321631&fhid=21835
Adella Naomi Hughes , age 51, of Vineland, NJ, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 27, 2015, while at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. She was born in Bridgeton, NJ to the late Nathan and Ineza Hughes on February 21, 1964.
Adella has two lovely daughters, a son and siblings who remain to cherish her memories. She was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother.
Her home going celebration will be 11 am, Saturday, March 7, 2015 at Shiloh Baptist Church, 1837 N. E. Boulevard, Vineland, NJ. Viewing will be 9-11am. Interment will be at Fordville Cemetery. Ministry of comfort entrusted to May Funeral Home - Camden, Pennsauken, Willingboro, Vineland, Sicklerville, NJ and Philadelphia, PA. www.mayfuneralhomes.com
Luella Durham Huntsinger 1873-1943
28 Jun 1943
Call-Leader, Indiana
Notes:
Other records indicate birth year was 1870.
Wife of:
1). Elisha Driggett
2). Augustus Roe
3). James Berry
4). Elmer Theodore Webb
5). William S. Huntsinger
Mrs. Luella Huntsinger, 70, wife of William Huntsinger, 1517 North E street, died at her home Sunday evening, 6:30 o'clock of complications following an illness of three months.
Born November 27, 1873, in Tipton county, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Durham. She was a member of the Baptist church, Royal Neighbors and the Women's Relief Corps. She married William Huntsinger July 1, 1941. She was a resident of Elwood for several years.
Survivors are the husband William, a foster daughter Mrs. Martha Bricker of Indianapolis, and a granddaughter, Patsy Ruth Bricker of Indianapolis, two brothers, Ellsworth Durham of Tipton and William Durham of Kokomo.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 2:30 o'clock from the United Brethren church with the pastor, Rev. L. D. G. Wertz in charge. Burial will follow in the City cemetery.
The body was taken to the Jackley Funeral home and will be returned to the residence this evening.
Elsie L. Pierce James 1859-1916
Notes:
Birth: ~1859; Death: Jan. 24, 1916
Wife of Lorenzo James
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
JAMES - In Camden, N.J., January 24, 1916, Elsie L. James aged 56 years.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral services at the residence of her son-in-law, Harry C. Roberts, 22 Orange street, Bridgeton, on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment at Broad Street Cemetery. Friends may view the remains on Wednesday evening from 7 to 8 o'clock.
Elwood Johnson Jr. 1928-1929
Notes:
Birth: Aug. 19, 1928 - Death: Sep. 22, 1929
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
JOHNSON - In Millville, N.J., Sept. 22, 1929, Elwood, son of Elwood and Artalissa Wright Gould, aged 1 year, 1 month and 3 days.
Funeral services private from Parents' residence on Carmel road on Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 24th at 2 o'clock advanced time. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call this Monday evening.
Marvin C. Johnson 1936-2015
Apr 10, 2015
http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/p/marvin-c-johnson-nanticoke-tribe-member/1330991
Marvin C. Johnson, 78, of Clementon, N.J., died Tuesday, April 7, 2015.
He was the loving father of Robert C. (Nora) Johnson of Collegeville, Pa.; beloved companion of the late Beulah Hilton Chu; and brother of Carmelita Jane and the late Don Colesto.
Marvin was an American Indian member of the Nanticoke tribe in Delaware. He worked as an offset rotate pressman for Fine Business Forms Inc. in Philadelphia, and a U.S. Army veteran.
Funeral services and burial were held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements under the direction of the Ora L. Wooster Funeral Home, 51 Park Blvd., Clementon, N.J. Share memories at OraLWoosterFuneralHome.com.
Robert Johnson 1940-1940
Notes:
Birth: Sep., 1940; Death: Nov. 18, 1940
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
JOHNSON - In Deerfield Township, on Nov. 18, 1940, Robert, infant son of John and Lillian Johnson, aged 2 months.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral service on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 20, at 1 o'clock from his late residence in Rosenhayn, N.J. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery.
Sandra Z. Bailey Johnson 1942-2015
12 Feb. 12, 2015
Sandra Z. Bailey Johnson, of Hopewell Township died peacefully at Inspira Medical Center in Elmer on Tuesday morning February 10, 2015 at the age of 72.
She was born in Hopewell Township on November 11, 1942 and was the daughter of the late Roy King Bailey and Hazel (nee Coombs) Bailey. A lifelong area resident, she graduated from Bridgeton High School with the class of 1961.
Mrs. Johnson was employed as a supervisor for many years by the Prudential Insurance Company in Millville.
Sandra was accomplished at hairdressing, cooking and sewin g and had a love of birds. She an extremely generous individual and adored her family. She was especially passionate about supporting her grandchildren and was a loving friend to many. She was an active and dedicated member of The Parish of the Holy Cross / St. Teresa of Avila RC Church in Bridgeton and often volunteered her services at church functions. Sandra was a devoted and loving wife of 51 years to Deacon William G. Johnson Sr. and tirelessly and humbly supported her husband in his deaconate obligations and responsibilities.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sons, Lt. Col. William G. Johnson Jr., US Army (ret.) and his wife Mary, Larry Johnson and Terence C. Johnson and his wife Danna, five grandchildren, Journey Johnson, Kyndall Wallace, Dane , Jaden and Cree Johnson, two brothers, John Bailey and his wife Evelyn and Radcliffe Bailey Sr. and his wife Brenda. She is also survived by brothers-in-law, Robert Johnson and his wife Jean, Earl Randolph and his wife Chris, Carl Johnson and his wife Rosetta and Maurice Johnson and his wife Donna, a brother-in-law by marriage, Clayton Williams and a sister-in-law by marriage, Yvonne Johnson as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and cherished friends. Sandra was preceded in death by two sisters, Owney Bailey and Joyce Randolph, a brothers-in-law, Lenny Johnson and Edmund Johnson and a sister-in-law, Lurline Williams.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Concelebrated Funeral Liturgy at The Parish of the Holy Cross / St. Teresa of Avila RC Church, 46 Central Ave., Bridgeton on Saturday February 14th at 11 AM.
The interment will follow at the Cumberland County Veteran’s Cemetery.
Friends will be received at the church Friday evening from 6 until 9 and again on Saturday morning from 9 until 11.
Vivian Irene Johnson 1933-2015
9 Aug 2015
http://www.watsonfh.com/notices/VIVIAN-JOHNSON
Vivian Irene Johnson, of Millsboro, DE, was born on August 1, 1933 to the late Harley and Marcella Johnson. She departed this life on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes, Delaware at the age of 82.
Vivian received her education at Johnson School where she completed the 8th grade.
Vivian a.k.a. Mom, Maggie, Mag Wheels, Mag Doodles or Mags was a strong independent woman who raised her children and grandchildren. Vivian was a member of Harmony United Methodist Church in Millsboro, DE where she served as a faithful member. Maggie loved working in and around the church. She took pride in cleaning the church and hall. Maggie loved frying chicken for the church and was well known for her fried chicken. She also was a past member of the Lilly of the Valley Chapter#14 in Clarksville, DE. Mom was also a dependable adult companion sitter for several family members from the neighborhood.
She was a hard worker, very supportive and caring of others as she loved to visit people in the community. Mom had a quiet spirit but could get it said when necessary.
For a few years she worked for Showell Poultry while also being employed at Townsends Inc. in Millsboro, DE where she retired after 38 years of service.
In addition to her parents, Vivian was preceded in death by a son; James Johnson and her siblings: 2 sisters, Barbara H. Johnson, Blonnie McCall; five brothers; George Edsel, Randall, Kendall, Elson and Crawford Johnson.
She leaves to cherish her memories her son; Marvin (Rocinda) Johnson, one daughter; Darlene (Rick) Showell both of Millsboro, DE , four grandchildren; Markishia Wise, Derrick (Jessica) Johnson, Myeles Johnson all of Millsboro, DE and Lakeia Broughton of Dover, DE. one brother; Harlin (Jean) Johnson of Georgetown, DE, one sister; Rochella Nock of Millsboro, DE; two sister-in-laws Barbara and Beatrice Johnson of Millsboro, DE., and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins with many, devoted friends.
A public viewing will be held for Vivian on Thursday, August 13, 2015 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, DE 19966. A Funeral Service and Celebration of Her Life will be held at 12:00 Noon on Friday, August 14, 2015 at Harmony United Methodist Church in Millsboro, DE, where friends may call after 11:00 AM. Burial will immediately follow at Harmony Cemetery.
Christine E. Mosley Jones 1941-2015
http://www.torbertfuneral.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1541862
Christine E. Jones of Dover passed away March 11, 2015 at Christiana Hospital. She was 73.
Mrs. Jones was born December 18, 1941 in New Jersey to the late James G. Mosley and Doris N. Mosley.
She worked as a beautician for Connie’s Hair Salon in Hartly for over 15 years, and then was self employed in her own cleaning business. Mrs. Jones enjoyed crafts, jewelry making, playing the slots at Dover Downs, watching the NY Yankees and the Dallas Cowboys, but especially spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents she was prec eded in death by her husband, George T. Jones, 2009.
She is survived by her sons, Claude Pritchett, IV and his wife Vivian of Magnolia, Lance Pritchett and his girlfriend Shirley Burris of Rising Sun; daughter, Michelle Hunter and her husband John of Camden; brother, James G. Mosley, Jr. of Dover; sisters, Barbara Munson of Hammonton, NJ and Janine E. Mosley of Hartly; grandchildren, Jessica, Ashley, Courtney, Cody; and great grandchildren Wesley, Lillian and Bentley.
Viewing: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sunday, March 22, 2015, Torbert Funeral Chapels, 1145 E. Lebanon Road Dover, DE 19901. Funeral Service: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 22. Interment: 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM, Sunday, March 22, 2015, Fork Branch Cemetery, Dover, DE.
George Thomas Jones 1943-2009
January 31, 1943 - December 24, 2009
http://www.torbertfuneral.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=156614
George Thomas Jones of Milford died Thursday December 24, 2009 at Delaware Hospice Center, Milford. He was 65.
Mr. Jones was born January 31, 1943 in Marcus Hook, PA to Hilda Dill Jones and the late Frank Jones.
He had served in the United States Army. Mr. Jones worked as a self employed over the road truck driver for 40 years for Riecol Chemical, A.J. Williams and J.G Vanholten companies and also had a small engine repair shop. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Smyrna and attended Calvary Assembly of God Church in Dover. Mr. Jones was an avid collector of model wooden boats and a Washington Redskins fan. He was a disciplined but fair father.
Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his father and granddaughter, Elizabeth Tims.
He is survived by his mother, Hilda Donovan of Houston; his wife of 44 years, Christine E. Mosely Jones of Milford; four sons, Claude Pritchett IV of Magnolia, Michael Jones of El Paso, TX, David Jones of Milford, Lance Pritchett of Rising Sun; a daughter, Michelle Hunter of Camden; brother Jack Jones of Hartly; two sisters, Barbara Robinson of Camden, Mary Ann Moore of Dover; seven grandchildren, Jessica, Courtney, Ashley, Corey, Caitlyn, Codi and Joshua; two great grandchildren, Weslie and Lillian and good friend Charlie Tagert.
Funeral services will be held 2pm Tuesday December 29, 2009 at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road (Rt.10), Dover. Friends may call one hour prior.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Delaware Hospice, 911 S. Dupont Highway, Dover, DE 19901.
Lloyd Emerson Lawson 1915-2005
(A descendant of Peregrine Handsor & Sarah Butcher of Sussex County, Delaware)
As a professional, Dr. Lloyd Emerson Lawson made history, becoming, his family said, only the third African-American optometrist in the country. In private life, Dr. Lawson made many friends and was known for his caring nature.
The oldest of four children, Dr. Lawson was born April 20, 1915, to Charles and Jessie Lawson in Windsor. After making his mark as an outstanding athlete on his high school football and baseball teams in Windsor, Dr. Lawson continued a family tradition in the field of optometry.
In 1938, he received his doctor of optometry degree from Northern Illinois College of Optometry. His uncle, Dr. William H. Lawson, was the first African-American optometrist in the country and one of five members of the Lawson family to work in the profession, according to the family.
Dr. Lawson, a resident of Southfield, died May 31, 2005 of heart failure at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. He was 90.
After his graduation, Dr. Lawson opened a private practice in Detroit, running it for more than 35 years, according to his wife, Myrtle Lawson. Later he joined the Michigan Comprehensive HMO and became chief of staff in optometry for two local HMOs. He retired from his practice in 1990.
Dr. Lawson was a member of the American Optometric Association, the Michigan Optometric Association, the National Optometric Association, the Cotillion Club, Kiwanis Club, the Moors, the Second Saturday Couples Pinochle Club and the Tuesday Night Poker Club.
"He was an accomplished professional, and he was such a nice guy," Myrtle Lawson said Monday. "Everyone who met him knew him as a very nice person."
In addition to his wife of 33 years, Dr. Lawson is survived by stepsons Hannibal Lavine and Sheldon Lavine; a sister, brother, stepsister, a godson and nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Plymouth United Church of Christ, 600 E. Warren, Detroit. Interment will be private. Memorial donations can be made to the American Heart Association, 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.
Virginia C. Pierce Lee 1886-1920
Notes:
Birth: 1886; Death: Feb. 13, 1920
(If the birth year on the headstone is correct, she would have been either 33
or 34 at death, not 32 as mentioned in the obit).
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
LEE - In Bridgeton, N.J., Feb. 13, 1920, Virginia C., wife of Eli E. Lee, aged 32 years.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, No. 19 Coral avenue, on Monday afternoon, Feb. 16, at 1 o'clock. Services at Gouldtown Church at 2 o'clock. Interment at Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may view the remains on Sunday evening, from 7 to 8 o'clock.
Eliza Lively 1904-1938
Notes:
Birth: May 30, 1904
Death: May 4, 1938
Unmarried spouse/partner of Reuben H. Cuff
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
LIVELY - In Gouldtown, N.J., on May 4th, 1938, Eliza, beloved daughter of Elizabeth Lively, aged 33 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Saturday, May 7th, at 2 p.m., from her late residence on the Gouldtown-Fairton Road. Interment Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening, 7 to 9 p.m.
Raymond H. Lively Jr. ~1937-2015
Thursday, March 12, 2015
http://padgettfuneralhomes.com/tribute/details/744/Raymond_H_Lively/obituary.html#tribute-start
Raymond H. Lively, Jr., 77, of Pittsgrove Twp. died on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at Inspira Medical Center-Vineland.
Born in Bridgeton to the late Raymond H. Lively and Ida Bell Warren Lively, he was the husband of the late Joan Moore Lively. He had lived in Pittsgrove Twp. since 1965 and prior to that had resided in Bridgeton.
Raymond was a veteran and served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Prior to his retirement, he had worked at Bower’s Co. in Moorestown, Kimble Glass Co. in Vineland and Seibel and Stern in Bridgeton. In his free time he enjoyed photography, traveling, snow skiing and roller skating.
He is survived by his two brothers, John Lively and his wife Janet of Bridgeton and Samuel Lively and his wife Willie Mae of Bridgeton; a sister, Ida Johnson of Millville and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held at the Padgett Funeral Home, 1107 State Highway
77, Upper Deerfield Twp. on Friday, March 20th at 11 AM. Interment will take
place at Fordville Memorial Park in Fairfield Twp. Friends will be received
at the funeral home from 10 AM to 11 AM prior to the services. Written condolences
can be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.
Sarah A Loatman ? - 1919
Chester Times, Chester, Pennsylvania, 28 May 1919
LOATMAN - On May 25th, Sarah A. Loatman, widow of the late Simon Loatman. The
relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services
from the parlors of A. E. Francis. Interment at Gravel Hill Cemetery, Feltonville,
Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
Edna E. Beals Morgan 1935-2015
Published in South Jersey Times on May 5, 2015
http://obits.nj.com/obituaries/southjerseytimes/obituary.aspx?n=edna-e-morgan&pid=174786126&fhid=16494
Edna E. Beals Morgan, age 80 of Pennsville, NJ, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Saturday May 2, 2015. Edna was a loving and dedicated wife and mother, who always cared for others. Edna was born April 26, 1935 to the late James and Dorothy Beals.
She was an active member of the Bethel Bible Baptist Church of Carneys Point, NJ. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Karl R. Morgan in 2014: their son Joseph, her brother James and his wife Emma and her brother in law Joe. She will be dearly missed by her children, Karen and her husband Jim: Karl and his fiancee Linda; Tammy and her husband Charles; Alan and his wife Glenda and Tim and his wife Jill. She is also survived by her grandchildren Lara, Olivia, Julia, Quinn and Christian. In addition she is survived by her sister Ella Mae, her brother Melvin and his wife Edna, her sister Doris and her husband Denis, and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will he held 11 AM Wednesday in the Ashcraft Funeral Home, 740 S. Broadway, Pennsville where there will be a viewing from 9:30 to 11 AM. Interment will follow in Eglington Cemetery, East Greenwich. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bethel Bible Baptist Church, 20 Elmwood Ave., Carneys Point, NJ 08069 or the charity of the donor's choice.
Charles Morris 1985-2004
Information provided by Ursula Morris Young, 20 May 2015
Charles Morris, son of Teresa Morris, grandson of Phyllis Ridgeway Morris,
was shot on the streets of Wilmington, DE, 2004:
https://cases.justia.com/delaware/supreme-court/91020.pdf
1) Alberto M. Law appeals from his convictions, following a jury trial, of second degree murder, three counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and other related charges. He argues that all the convictions should be overturned because they were based on the uncorroborated testimony of his accomplice, James McDougal. In addition, Law contends that the trial court committed plain error when it instructed the jury on accomplice liability. We find no merit to these arguments, and affirm.
2) Charles Morris was shot multiple times and killed on December 8, 2004, as he was walking on the 2500 block of West Street, in Wilmington. At the time of the shooting, Solace Bradshaw happened to be sitting on the steps of her cousin’s house at the corner of West and 25th Streets talking with friends. A few minutes before the shooting, she saw three people across the street walking at a fast pace, one behind the other. Bradshaw identified the first person as Morris, and the others as McDougal, someone she knew from high school, and McDougal’s friend, who she did not know. About five minutes after seeing the three young men, Bradshaw heard two gun shots. She ducked, then got up and saw McDougal running around the corner. The person running behind McDougal was tucking a gun in his pants.
3) Detective Andrew Brock, of the Wilmington Police Department, interviewed Bradshaw within hours of the shooting. Based on her statement, the police brought McDougal into custody a few days later. McDougal implicated Law, his next door neighbor. After McDougal pled guilty to second degree murder and one count of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, he testified against Law. McDougal said that Law suggested that they rob someone, and that Law had a gun with him. They spotted Morris walking by and decided to follow him. According to McDougal, Law grabbed Morris from behind and started wrestling. Law got free and shot Morris twice. McDougal then ran down 25th Street.
4) At trial, Law gave a different account of the crimes. He admitted that he was the one who had the idea to rob someone, but testified that McDougal was the person who had a gun and who shot Morris. Law also said that he was the first person running down the street after the shooting. There was some support for Law’s version from the fact that McDougal had been arrested for carrying a concealed deadly weapon approximately two months before the shooting. The State raised questions about Law’s credibility, however, by getting him to admit that he gave two false stories to the police during his initial questioning.
5) Without citing any authorities, Law first argues that there was insufficient evidence to support his convictions. He says that McDougal’s testimony was totally self-serving and that the only other witness, Bradshaw, did not actually see the shooting and had a grudge against Law.
6) There is sufficient evidence to support a conviction if, viewing the evidence in the light most favorable to the State, a rational juror could find all of the elements of the crime beyond a reasonable doubt. It is the jury’s function to resolve conflicts in the testimony and assess witness credibility; and the conviction may be based on the uncorroborated testimony of an accomplice. Applying this settled law, we conclude that there was sufficient evidence to support Law’s convictions. McDougal gave a full account of the crimes and, although he had reason to implicate Law, his testimony was largely corroborated by Bradshaw’s less biased observations.
7) Law next argues, again without authority, that the trial court erred in giving an instruction on accomplice liability. After reviewing the trial court’s jury instructions, we are satisfied that the court correctly instructed the jury. The trial court specifically instructed the jury that it could not find Law guilty as an accomplice on the murder charge or the weapons charge associated with that felony. The only counts for which Law could be found guilty as an accomplice were those charging him with felony murder, attempted robbery and possession of a firearm during the commission of each of those felonies.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that the judgments of the Superior Court be, and the same hereby are, AFFIRMED.
Sanford G. Morris Sr. 1937-2012
June 16, 1937 - December 15, 2012
http://www.tributes.com/obituary/show/Sanford-G.-Morris-94933488
Sanford G. Morris Sr., age 75, departed this life Saturday, December 15, 2012.
Son of the late Samuel, Sr. and Myrtle Morris. Sanford received his education in the public schools of Mount Olive in Magnolia, Delaware, Booker T. Washington and William Henry High in Dover, Delaware. He had been employed at Lee's in Smyrna, DE, Campbell Soup Company in Saulsbury, Maryland, Dover Downs in Dover, DE and retired from Purdue after 20 years in Georgetown, DE.
Sanford loved his family very much. When he talked about any member, you could see the joy and love that overwhelmed him. When he planned to visit his children and grandchildren he was so excited. After his return, he would talk about how much of a good time they had together. He enjoyed good food, playing baseball and horseshoes with a permanent smile across his face. Even to the end, he did not complain.
In addition to his parents he was proceeded in death by two grandsons, Charles Morris and Jonathan Swanson; three brothers, Samuel, Jr., Solomon and Sylvester Morris; two sisters, Margaret Ford and Myrtle Jones. Sanford is survived by four daughters, Sandra Simmons, Portia Swanson, Teresa Morris (Johnny King) and Ursula Morris-Young; one son, Sanford G. Morris, Jr., all of Wilmington, DE; ten grandchildren, William and Tamika Simmons, Andre and Bryan Rivers, all of Camden, NJ, Donald Harris, Jr., Ashley and Vanessa Morris, Miasja Kenny, Darrica, Marquise and Nyiairea Morris, all of Wilmington, DE; 19 great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; two sisters, Mildred (Thomas) Clark and Minnie (Desmond) Harding; one brother, Sherman Morris, all of Dover, DE; one aunt and uncle, Alford and June Deshields of Norristown, PA, many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Funeral, 11 am Friday, December 28, at Congo Funeral Home, 2317 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19802; viewing 10-10:45 am only.
Elisha M. Mosley ~1862-1918
MOSLEY – In Back Neck, N.J., March 8, 1918, Elisha M. Mosley, aged 54 years.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral services in Dover, Del., on Monday afternoon, March 11. Remains may be viewed on Sunday afternoon from [1?] to 1:30 o’clock at the residence of his son-in-law, Herbert W. Hughes, in Back Neck.
Elsie H. Mosley 1909-2003
http://www.usgwarchives.net/obits/de/kent/3apr1.txt
Elsie H. Mosley of Dover formerly of Philadelphia, died Wednesday, March 26, 2003, in Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, Dover. She was 93.
Ms. Mosley was born May 10, 1909 in Swedesboro, N.J. She was raised in Pondtown, Md. She received her education in the Philadelphia School District. Ms. Mosley was retired from the Pennsylvania Railroad since 1961.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a granddaughter; and a great-grandson. She is survived by a daughter, Jane M. Downes of Dover; three grandchildren, Jane Stevens, Paul W. Downes and Betty Jo Smith and her husband Courtney; three great-grandsons, Jamie Downes, Ericke Evans and his wife, Carlona and Scott Smith; two great-great grandsons, Jamie Downes, Jr. and Jordan Downes and their mother Nikia Wongus; an adopted grandson, John Stanford Jr.; and three special cousins, Marry Etta, Kenchun Alston and Martha Collins; and a host of cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be noon Wednesday in Whatcoat United Methodist Church, 321 Saulsbury Road, Dover, where friends may call one hour earlier. Burial will be in Sharon Hill Cemetery. Arrangements by Bennie Smith Funeral Home.
Isaac Nichols Murray or Mury 1881/1882-1937
Notes:
Birth: Jul. 2, 1881 or 25 Jul 1882; Death: Nov. 1, 1937
Son of Samuel R. (perhaps Daniel?) Murray & Mary Elizabeth "Elizabeth"
(Pierce) Murray
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
MURRY - In Bridgeton, N.J., on Nov. 1, 1937, Isaac, son of the late Daniel* and Elizabeth Pierce Murry.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral on Thursday, Nov. 4, 1937, at the Trinity A. M. E. Church, Gouldtown, N.J., at 2 p.m. Meet at the chapel of Francis H. Tongue, Jr., Cedarville, at 1 p.m. Interment at Gouldtown Cemetery.
Gertrude Webster Nelson 1890-1938
Notes:
Birth: 1890; Death: May 4, 1938
Daughter of Charles Webster & Anna B. (Gould) Webster
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
NELSON - In Deerfield Township, N.J., on May 4th, 1938, Gertrude Webster Nelson, aged 47 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Monday, May 9th, at 1:30 p.m., from the residence of her brother, Earl Webster, in Carmel. Service at 2 p.m., at Trinity A. M. E. Church, Gouldtown. Interment Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9 p.m.
Laura C. Gould Pearce 1860-1925
Notes:
Birth: 1860; Death: Mar. 21, 1925
Daughter of Mason Mulford Gould & Elizabeth (Pierce) Gould
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
PEARCE - At Gouldtown, N.J., March 21, 1925, Laura C., wife of Peter J. Pearce, aged 63 [64] years.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her late residence on Tuesday afternoon, March 24th, at 1 o'clock. Services in Fordsville {Fordville] Church at 2 o'clock. Interment at Gouldtown Cemetery.
Margaret Elizabeth Perkins 1921-2015
http://benniesmithfh.frontrunnerpro.com/book-of-memories/2103896/Perkins-Margaret/obituary.php
With family members at her bedside, Margaret Elizabeth Perkins, a lifelong Seaford resident, passed away to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 5, 2015, after a short illness.
Born to Elsie Richards on July 9, 1921, Margaret was raised by her grandparents, Eve and Henry Richards following the early death of her mother.
As a youngster, Margaret attended Frederick Douglass School where she met many lifelong friends, including her husband, Harold Perkins. To this union four sons were born---Harold Jr., Donald, Terrence, and Dwight. The children were baptized under the auspices of Macedonia African Methodist Episcopal Church, where the children faithfully attended Sunday School and Church services.
Margaret had been a member of Macedonia Church for many years. She belonged to several Church Ministries including: Sunday School, Church Choir, Lay Organization, Stewardess Board, and the Lucretia Nutter Women’s Missionary Society. Margaret also sang with the Community Chorus and was an active member of the Frederick Douglass PTA.
Margaret spent many years working for School Superintendent, Kenneth Madden and his wife by caring for their children. Later, she held employment at the Stockley Center in Georgetown where she retired.
Margaret relished traveling with her three sisters-in-law, Mary Frances, Lydia, and Susie, to various regions of the United States. They were considered the “Golden Girls”—always together. Her leisure time was spent completing Word Find and Crossword Puzzles along with reading books and the daily newspapers.
Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Harold and sons Harold, Jr.,
and Donald.
Margaret is survived by her two youngest sons, Terrence (Lelia) and Dwight (Monica),
many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and
nephews, and a host of relatives and friends.
Margaret considered two members of her Church family as daughters she never had: Cliffonia “Bone” Gaines and Margie Stewart. She also held special friendships with Elva “Bootsie” Dorman, and Rose (Norman) Poole.
Margaret has finished her journey of over nine decades on earth and has now entered God’s kingdom to reunite with her husband, other relatives and friends.
Service will be Saturday, April 11th, 2015, 12:00pm, Macedonia A.M.E Church, Seaford, 431 N. North Street, Seaford, DE. Interment Macedonia A.M.E. Church Cemetery, Norman Eskridge Highway, Seaford.
Ruth Baker Perkins 1912-1991
04 Feb 1991
http://www.moors-delaware.com/gendat/moors.aspx?Mode=Member&MemberID=B260R1912
Ruth Baker Perkins, 78, 129 N. 10th St., died Friday at her home following
an extended illness. Born March 12, 1912 in Elwood, she was the daughter of
Fred and Pearl Baker.
She married Chester Perkins, Aug. 30, 1941. He survives.
She retired from Inland Fisher Guide Corp. and was a member of the Upper Deer
Creek United Church of Christ.
Survivors include her husband; one son, Vernard Skinner of Chesterfield; five
grandchildren; and 11 great-granchildren.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Upper Deer Creek United
Church of Christ. Rev. John Rhodes will officiate. Burial will be at Sunset
Memorial Park. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. today at the Copher and Fesler
Funeral Home. The church, located near Galveston, can be reached by taking St.
Rd. 35 out of Kokomo to Galveston, turn west on St. Rd. 18 at Galveston, go
five miles west, turn south, go one mile.
Betty Jane Holman Pierce 1944-2015
http://www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Betty-Pierce-2/#!/Obituary
Betty Jane Holman Pierce aged 70 years of Millville, passed away Tuesday evening April 28, 2015, surrounded by her loving family, after an extended illness, in Cumberland Manor.
Born in Bridgeton August 7, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Amos and Pauline (nee Luster) Holman and the wife of William Pierce. She had been an area resident all of her life.
Betty was a Hairstylist, and had previously worked for JV’s Beauty Shop and Juanita’s Coiffure both in Bridgeton for many years. She was a member of the Temple of Yahweh Church in Vineland, where she enjoyed attending and singing during services. She also enjoyed crocheting and knitting, for her family and friends.
Surviving her besides her husband William is her daughter Andrea Holman of Bridgeton, one brother Arnold Luster Sr. of Vineland, sisters, Amelia Rumph of Rocky Mount , NC, and Catherine Holman of Vineland., her three grandchildren Rhonda Bracy of Millville, Tamika Bracy of Vineland, and Khawana Solomon of Millville, three great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and various relatives.
Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Monday evening May 4, 2015 at 7:00p.m. from the Sray-Webster Funeral Home, 62 Landis Ave. at Carll’s Corner, Upper Deerfield Twp. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 7:00p.m. prior to the services. Cremation and inurnment will take place in the Camden County Crematory, Waterford Twp. Written condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com
Caleb Pierce ~1858/1864-1938
Notes:
Birth: 1858
Death: Feb. 25, 1938
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
PIERCE - In Deerfield Township, N.J., Feb. 25, 1938, Caleb Pierce, aged 79 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at the Fordsville [Fordville] M. E. Church on Monday afternoon, Feb. 28, at 1:30 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery.
Calvin B. Pierce ~1859-1938
Notes:
Birth: abt Jul., 1859
Death: Mar. 10, 1938
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
PIERCE - In Bridgeton, N.J., March 10, 1938, Calvin B. Pierce, aged 78 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service from his late residence, No. 32 South Pine St., Bridgeton, Saturday afternoon, March 12, at 2 o'clock. Interment in Fernwood Memorial Park. Friends may call Friday evening from 7 until 8 o'clock.
Carrie V. Cuff Pierce 1895-1989
Notes:
Birth: Jan. 17, 1895; Death: Jan. 10, 1989
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
Carrie V. Cuff Pierce, 93, of RD 7, Box 125, Lebanon Road died Tuesday after a yearlong illness.
Born in Salem County, the daughter of the late Maggie Valentine and Henry Cuff, she was the wife of the late Armstead T. Pierce. She was a resident of Upper Deerfield Township for 64 years.
Surviving are a son, Oscar E. Pierce of Bridgeton; four daughters, Pauline Valentine of Salem, Oleta Pierce of Seabrook, Eleanor Ceaser and Anna Braxton, both of Bridgeton; 22 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Pauline Pierce and Hazel Pierce; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Henry A. Pierce and a daughter, Mary Coward.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday from Wesley's Funeral Home, 17 S. Burlington Road. Burial will be made in Gouldtown Memorial Park. Friends will be received from from [sic] 7 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Frances E Cuff Pierce 1922-2004
Frances E. Pierce, aged 82, of Deerfield Township, died Sunday, August 22, 2004, in the South Jersey Health Care Regional Medical Center in Vineland. She had been in failing health for the past 7 months.
The wife of the late Luther S. Pierce, Sr., who passed away in November of 2000, she was born in Bridgeton on February 24, 1922, the daughter of the late Alverna Cuff. She was raised by the late Howard and Elizabeth (Lizzie) Stewart.
Prior to her retirement 10 years ago, she had worked for the former Seible & Stern Sewing Factory in Bridgeton and had driven school bus for Pierce's Bus Service. She retired from the Cumberland County C A T S program as a communications operator and senior bus radio dispatcher.
Frances was a faithful member of St. John's United Methodist Church in Fordville, serving as president of the Senior Usher Board. She was a member of Wenonah Temple # 165 in Bridgeton, the Nora F. Taylor Council of Southern New Jersey and was a Past State President, Past, Past Grand Daughter Ruler of the Grand Temple and Grand District Deputy of the I. B. P. O. Elks of the World. Also Past Matron of Ionic Chapter # 15, O. E. S., P.H.A of Bridgeton, the Colonial Riders Motorcycle Club and Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Indians. She was an avid reader and also loved to travel.
Survivors include: one son, Luther S. Pierce, Jr. and his wife Ivanette, Deerfield Township; three grandchildren, Cathy Zehrung and her husband Dave, Silverton, Or., LuAnn Echevarria and her husband Edwin, Millville and Luther S. Pierce, III and his wife Dawn of Upper Deerfield Township; two sisters, Josephine Bevans, Chester, PA. and Ethel Jordan, Far Rockaway, N.Y.; four great grandchildren, Dionisia Echevarria, Antonio Echevarria, Danielle Zehrung and Luther S. Pierce, IV, along with several nieces, nephews and many friends. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Pauline Pierce, two brothers, Clifford Fouat and LeRoy Johnson and one sister, Mildred Johnson.
Funeral services will be on Saturday morning, August 28th at 11:00 O'clock in the Padgett Funeral Home, 1107 State Highway 77, Upper Deerfield Township. Burial will be made in Fordville Memorial Park, Fairfield Township. Friends will be received on Friday evening between 7:00 and 9:00 O'clock and on Saturday morning between 10:00 and 11:00 O'clock.
Ida E. Pierce ? - 1937
Notes:
Birth: unknown; Death: Jan. 3, 1937
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
PIERCE - In Hopewell Township on January 3, 1937, Ida E. Pierce.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 6, at 1:30 o'clock from Haven M. E. Church, Cool Run. Interment in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Othello. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock at the funeral home of Cornelius J. Mack, Jr., 176 Vine St.
James Henry Pierce 1884-1924
Notes:
Birth: Sep. 30, 1884; Death: May 30, 1924
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
1. PIERCE - In Bridgeton, N.J., May 30, 1924, James Henry Pierce, aged 39 years.
Relatives and friends and members of Ionic Lodge No. 40, F. & A. M. and Cohansey Lodge G. W. O. of F. and Pride of Cumberland Lodge No. 185, T. B. P. O. E. of W. and Ionic Chapter No. 15 Order of the Eastern Star are invited to attend the funeral on Monday, June 2nd, 1924, from his late residence on the Reeve's Road at 11 o'clock, daylight saving. Services at Gouldtown M. E. Church at 12 o'clock. Interment Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening from 7 to 9.
2. Funeral:
GOULDTOWN, June 5 - The funeral of James Henry Pierce, who died May 30, was held at Trinity A. M. E. Church on June 2. Resolutions from all the societies to which he belonged were read and also from his church. The pastor was assisted by Revs. W. H. Hicks and T. Freeman, of Bridgeton; Rev. A. W. Pierce and two former pastors, Revs. J. H. Robinson and S. A. Myers; the pastor Rev. C. E. Minor, preached the sermon from the text, Eccl. 3:2, "A time to be born and a time to die." He said this young man died in full Christian faith.
The Free and Accepted Masons conducted the last rites at the grave. The deceased was also an Odd Fellow and a member of the Eastern Star and Elks. The floral tributes were beautiful.
Mr. Pierce leaves a wife, mother and father, five brothers and four sisters, and a host of relatives and friends. He is the fifth to die out of a family of fourteen, seven boys and seven girls.
Jonathan Edward Pierce ~1855-1936
Notes:
Birth: Jun. 28, 1855 (or 1858?); Death: Oct. 15, 1936
Son of Adrian & Susan Pierce
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
PIERCE - In Hopewell Township, on Oct. 15, 1936, Jonathan E. Pierce, husband of the late Dorothy Pierce.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral on Sunday afternoon, Oct. 18, 1936, from the residence of his son, Jonathan K. Pierce, Bridgeton-Shiloh pike. Service at 2 o'clock from Fordsville [Fordville] M. E. Church. Interment Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Saturday evening, 7 to 9 p.m.
Laura A. Richmond Pierce 1872-1937
Notes:
Birth: 1872; Death: Nov. 20, 1937
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
PIERCE - In Fairfield Township, Nov. 20, 1937, Laura A., wife of Albert E. Pierce, aged 65 years.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her husband on Burlington road on Tuesday, Nov. 23, at 1 p.m. Services at Fordsville [Fordville] M. E. Church at 2 o'clock. Friends may call Monday evening from 7 to 8:30. Interment at Gouldtown Cemetery.
Lucetta Pierce Pierce 1879-1940
Notes:
Birth: Aug., 1879; Death: Jul. 13, 1940
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
PIERCE - In Bridgeton, N.J., on July 13, 1940, Lucetta, wife of the late Harold G. Pierce, aged 60 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Wednesday, July 17, at 10:30 a.m., from her late residence, 771 E. Commerce St., Bridgeton. Services at 11 o'clock in Trinity A. M. E. Church, Gouldtown. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock.
Marietta Pierce Pierce 1863-1937
Birth: Feb. 8, 1863
Death: May 21, 1937, Bridgeton, Cumberland County, New Jersey, USA
PIERCE - In Bridgeton, N.J., on May 21, 1937, Mary Etta Pierce, wife of the late Robert R. Pierce, aged 74 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral on Monday afternoon, May 24, at 1:30 from her late residence, 769 E. Commerce St. Services at 2 o'clock at Trinity A. M. E. Church, Gouldtown, N.J. Interment Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.
Martha Irene Pierce 1938-1938
Notes:
Birth: Jul. 18, 1938; Death: Jul. 31, 1938
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
PIERCE - In Bridgeton, N.J., on July 31, 1938, Martha Irene, daughter of Waymon and Agnes Pierce, aged 13 days.
Funeral services Tuesday morning, August 2, at 11 o'clock from her parents' residence on the Reeves road, Bridgeton.
Pauline Cuff Pierce 1900-1994
Notes:
Birth: Apr., 1900; Death: Oct. 17, 1994
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
1. Pauline C. Pierce, 94, of Lippincott Ave., Riverton, and formerly of Deerfield, died Monday at the South Jersey Hospital System, Bridgeton Division, where she had been a patient for four days. She was a patient at the Bridgeton Nursing Center and had been in failing health for the past two years.
Born in Alloway, she had lived in Riverton for three years and prior to that had resided in Deerfield. She had also formerly lived in Bridgeton and Princeton.
She was a homemaker.
She is survived by her husband, Terrence C. Pierce; one son, Terrence C. Pierce Jr. of Riverton; one grandson, Terrence C. Pierce III of Cinnaminson.
She was predeceased by a son, Kenneth Pierce.
A Burial Office and Requiem Eucharist will be celebrated Thursday, 10 a.m., from St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 186 E. Commerce St., Bridgeton, with the Rev. Dr. Edward E. Martin Jr. officiating.
Burial will be in Laurel Lawn Cemetery, Bridgeton.
Friends may call Wednesday, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the Padgett Funeral Home, 1107 Route 77, Bridgeton.
2. Of 628 Lippincott Ave., Riverton, N.J., formerly of Deerfield, N.J., on Monday, Oct. 17, 1994. Pauline C. Pierce, wife of Terrence C. Pierce and mother of Terrence C. Pierce Jr., aged 94 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Burial Office and Requiem Eucharist from St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 186 E. Commerce St., Bridgeton, N.J., on Thursday, Oct. 20 at 10 a.m. Interment will be in Laurel Lawn Cemetery, Bridgeton, N.J. Friends may call at the Padgett Funeral Home, 1107 State Highway 77, Bridgeton, N.J., on Wednesday between 7 and 8:30 p.m.
Rebecca Prudence Gould Jackson Pierce 1871-1936
Notes:
Birth: Nov. 22, 1871; Death: Jan. 2, 1936
Wife of 1). Joseph E. Jackson, 2). Belford W. Pierce
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
Mrs. Rebecca Pierce, mother of Annabelle Pierce, and widow of Belford Pierce, died Jan. 2, 1936 and was buried from Gouldtown Church Monday, Jan. 6th, 1936.
Mabel E. Roberts-Ridgeway 1931-2014
Jan. 15, 2014
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/newszapde/obituary.aspx?n=mabel-e-roberts-ridgeway&pid=169111366
SMYRNA - Mrs. Mabel E. Roberts-Ridgeway, 83, of Smyrna, passed Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014 at BayHealth Medical Center in Dover. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Leroy Ridgeway; life partner, George Finney Sr.; daughter, Anna Marie; son, Tony Ridgeway; and grandson, Isaiah Booker.
She is survived by her sons, Leroy Ridgeway, of Delaware, George Finney of Virginia; daughters, Tanya Taylor of Delaware, Melvonna Pryor of Pennsylvania, Vanessa Abdul-Hadi of Delaware, Joanna Balogun of Washington DC, Sheena Wilkerson of California, Tammy Ridgeway of California who were by her bedside. She has 28 grandchildren and 59 greatgrandchildren.
Private Service will be held. The Family ask that you remember Mrs. Mabel in your prayers tonight. Letters of condolences maybe sent to jazzyjo18@aol.com
Eugene V. Robinson 1936-2015
November 13, 1936 ~ May 26, 2015 (age 78)
http://www.fariesfuneralhomes.com/notices/Eugene-Robinson
Eugene V. Robinson, age 78, of Dover, DE, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Beebe Hospital in Lewes, DE.
He was born November 13, 1936 in Smyrna, DE, the son of the late Vaughn and Clara Robinson.
Mr. Robinson retired after many years of work as a Truck Driver.
Eugene was long time member of Citizens’ Hose Company No. 1 and the Delaware Army National Guard, both of Smyrna. He enjoyed camping with his family and was an avid NASCAR fan, especially Jeff Gordon.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Hattie Robinson.
He is survived by his son, William “Billy” Robinson; his three step-children, Ronald, April and David Durham; and other extended family members.
A viewing will be held on Monday, June 1, 2015 at 10 am in the Faries Funeral Chapel, located at 29 South Main Street in Smyrna. Funeral services Monday, June 1, 2015, 10:00 am to 11:00 am, Faries Funeral Home, Smyrna, DE. Burial will follow in Glenwood Cemetery in Smyrna.
Angeline Satterfield or Sattlefield 1860-1936
Notes:
Birth: 1860; Death: Mar. 15, 1936
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
SATTLEFIELD - In Bridgeton, N.J., March 15, 1936, Angeline, wife of James Sattlefield, aged 75 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, 22 Eagle street, on Wednesday afternoon, March 18, at 1:30 o'clock. Service in John Wesley M. E. Church, South avenue, at 2 o'clock. Interment at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Othello. Friends may may [sic] call Tuesday evening from 7 to 8 o'clock.
James Satterfield ? - 1938
Notes:
Birth: abt 1875; Death: Jun. 25, 1938
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
SATTERFIELD - In Bridgeton, N.J., June 25, 1938, James, father of Lee Satterfield, R. F. D., Bridgeton.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the John Wesley M. E. Church, Bridgeton, on Thursday, June 30, at 1 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery.
Oscar L. Satterfield 1937-1938
Notes:
Birth: Sep., 1937
Death: Apr. 22, 1938
Grandson of Angeline Satterfield.
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
SATTERFIELD - In Hopewell Township on April 22, 1938, Oscar L., son of Lee and Velma Satterfield, aged 7 months.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral on Monday, April 25, at 2 p.m., from the residence of his parents on the Barrett's Run road. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery.
Ella Mae Bailey Scott 1931-2012
http://www.stanleysmemorialchapel.com/book-of-memories/1202206/Scott-Ella/obituary.php?Printable=true
Ella Mae Bailey Scott was born in Bridgeton on March 18, 1931 to Amos and Lillian (Cuff) Bailey. She was a graduate of Bridgeton High School.
Ella was a life long member of Trinity A.M.E. Church in Gouldtown. She sang with the Trinity Chorale and was a member of Christian Endeavor. She also typed the church calendar for many years.
After graduating from Bridgeton High School, Ella worked at Seabrook Farms. She worked there for seventeen years. In 1965 she married Elmer B. Scott, Sr. and had two children. She later retired from Seabrook Farms to raise her children.
Ella enjoyed cross stitching and painting pictures by numbers. She also enjoyed watching “Wheel of Fortune”. Planting flowers and tending vegetable garden were two of her favorite things to do. Her Christmas cookies will be missed by all.
Ella went to be with the Lord on April 21, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a brother, Lawrence Bailey.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her daughter, Valerie Lollie (Benjamin), her son, Elmer B. Scott, Jr. (Karen) and grandson, Kyle A. Scott. Also a sister, Norma H. Gould, a brother, Charles A. Bailey (Stella) and several nephews, nieces and other family members.
Services to be held Thursday, April 26th, 2012, 11:00 am. Officiating will be Rev. Dr. Michael K. Kene, Sr. at the Trinity AME Church, 1103-1107 Bridgeton-Millville Pike, Bridgeton, NJ 08302. Interment will follow at Gouldtown Memorial Park, Rt 49, Bridgeton, NJ 08302.
Rev Isaac E. Showell, Sr. 1851-1926
Notes:
Birth: 1851; Death: Apr. 14, 1926
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
SHOWELL - In Gouldtown, N.J., April 14, 1925, Rev. Isaac E. Showell.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence in Gouldtown, N.J., on Saturday afternoon, April 17, at 1:30. Services in Gouldtown A. M. E. Church at 2 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening from 8 to 9 o'clock.
Shirley Still 1934-1936
Notes:
Birth: 1934; Death: Dec., 1936
Daughter of Rushmore W. Still & Hazel Wells Still
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
Handwritten note reads:
"Rushmore & Hazel Still buried child 1 ½ years old Dec. 11, [19]36. Died of diptheria. No notice in paper."
Headstone at Gouldtown Memorial Park, Gouldtown, NJ, reads “Baby Shirley Still”
William Clement Still 1924-2015
Notes:
Birth: Jul. 11, 1924; Death: Jan. 15, 2015
William Clement Still aged 90 years of Bridgeton passed away early Thursday morning in Inspira Medical Center, Vineland with his family by his side.
Born in Camden, he was the son of the late Rushmore and Hazel (nee Wells) Still, and the husband of the late Rebecca Mae Still.
Mr. Still was a lifelong resident and was employed until his retirement with the Bridgeton Board of Education as a custodian. He also worked for many years when he was younger for the former Garrisons Hatchery in Bridgeton. He was a member of the Samuel J. Roberts #979 Elks Lodge and a Council 21 member. He enjoyed going to the casinos and horse racing.
Survivors include his children Anna Mary Butler, Wanda Saltmarch, Kimberly Still, Joseph Wesley Still, and Brian Keith Wilkinson, one brother Leon Donald “Muskrat” Still, his sister Yvonne Still, his companion Alice Steward, and a host of grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and various relatives.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by three sons William Clement Still Jr., Clayton Still, and Rodger Still, his brothers Rushmore Still Jr., Clayton Still, Joseph Still, Manuel Still, Eddie Still, and two sisters Doretha Watson, and Shirley Still.
Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Tuesday January 20, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. from the Sray-Webster Funeral Home, 62 Landis Ave. at Carll’s Corner, Upper Deerfield Twp. The interment will be in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Hopewell Twp. A viewing will be held on Tuesday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. prior to the services.
Earl Paul Street Sr. 1927-2015
July 6, 1927 - August 21, 2015
Earl Paul Street Sr. was born July 6, 1927, at Millsboro, DE, son of the late Fannie Harmon, in Millsboro, Delaware. Earl (Pop) attended the Nanticoke Grade School up to the eighth grade. He grew up "a farm boy" raising chickens and other livestock.
He tended the fields of their 280+acre farm growing corn and other crops. He had a passion for driving. Its been said he wanted to get out of the country, never to wear dungarees again, move to the big city, sport a fresh white shirt and tie every day, and drive. As a young man, he moved to Philadelphia to pursue his dream. He started out driving Big Rigs, but at the time, he found them mechanically unsafe. In the late 1940s to 1962, he was a chauffeur and security for The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith. There are many stories of him driving throughout the country, including the turbulent Jim Crow South. During his time with the church, he met and married Lucy E. Martinas. Due to an illness of one their son's, he left that job to be close to home. He then took a job driving for the old Yellow Cab Co. Several years later, he began his career, driving school buses for the School District of Philadelphia where he retired in 1991.
Pop was a member of the Nanticoke Indian Tribe of Millsboro Delaware. He may have left the country but never lost his love for country music. He would take his family to concerts of the old country greats including Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, George Jones, Glenn Campbell and many others. His love for driving provided many long road trips and quality time for the family. He fooled around with the Guitar for years, but his main interest was his family for which he was the sole provider and was always there.
Pop peacefully passed away in his sleep Friday, August 21, 2015. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly sixty-three years, Lucy E. Street; his three sons, Earl P. Street Jr. (wife Arna), Joseph B. Street Sr. and John A. Street; one daughter, Anna L. Mitchell; six grandchildren, Joseph B. Street Jr., Mark E. Mitchell Jr., Marcus E. Mitchell, Markeith E. Mitchell, Mario E. Mitchell, Marco E. Mitchell; two brothers, Garner Street and Larry Wright; four sisters, Alberta Morris, Rose Street of Millsboro, PA, Kathleen Wright of Milton, DE and Linda Wright of San Francisco, CA; one brother-in-law, Isaac Martinas.
Pop was 88 years old. Service was private.
James Howard Street, Sr. 1907-1989
Notes:
Birth: Dec. 10, 1907, Millsboro, DE; Death: Nov. 27, 1989 Pennsylvania
By Jim Nicholson, Philadelphia Daily News, 30 Nov 1989
James H. Street, Sr., who was never further away from anyone in need than a phone call or knock on the door, died Monday. He was 81 and lived in the city's Mount Airy section.
Street, father of City Councilman John Street and former state Sen. Milton Street, spent most of his life on other people--his family, church, community organizations, friends and neighbors.
A member of Ebenezer Seventh-day Adventist Church since the early 1930s, Jim Street was "First Elder," which indicates being assistant to the pastor. Church elder Ervin Glenn, a longtime friend, said: "He had a real love and concern for people. Among our own group, any of the widows or elderly people who needed someone to take them shopping, he was always the one they would call. His greatest love was assisting people. That was where he found his greatest joy and greatest interest. Being involved with people. That's what he liked to do, and that's what he did."
An office assistant and driver for the E. J. Levino Co. in Plymouth Meeting for 38 years, he also drove a van for the blind. Whatever was in his voice inspired trust, because he was often called upon by his blind charges to help them with personal business, including balancing checkbooks. He also was a volunteer ambulance driver for the 50th Ward almost until the day he died. Two years ago the church gave him a testimonial dinner to honor his contributions.
"He was not an eloquent man," recalled Glenn, "but he could say what needed to be said. And he could say it in a way that you would understand and appreciate."
Years ago he sold books for the church as a "literature evangelist." Enough people bought books and liked what he had to say that several churches were formed from the people he brought into the fold.
"We all depended on him within our church family," Glenn said. "Whenever we needed something or needed advice or needed something to be done, he was the man we looked to. Whenever any member was sick, they could always expect a visit from him. Whenever there was a death, he was there to see that everything was done that needed to be done and to offer comfort and solace to the family. He did it, and he did it well. It's a real loss to us not to have him there."
The Street family drew no less attention. There was never any doubt about who was "The Father" of the Street household.
"He was from the old school," said his son, John. "You had to be in by a certain time, and you didn't have too much to say past a certain point. He believed in the old adage, 'Spare the rod and spoil the child.' There was respect. Adults weren't called by their first name, food couldn't be accepted outside the home without his permission, and so on."
The Street children were raised on a 110-acre farm in Swedeland, between Conshohocken and Bridgeport. After working all day at his regular job, Jim Street came home and worked in the fields. He raised wheat, corn and vegetables, and before going to school the boys had cows to milk. By age 11 John was driving the tractor. But in 1956 there was a lot of blasting at nearby rock quarries, and for reasons still unclear, the wells on the Street farm went dry. They had to move to the city.
Raised in Millsboro, Del., with nine brothers and sisters, Jim Street came to Philadelphia at age 13 to find a job and a short time later was doing a man's work. In 38 years with Levino Co., he missed maybe two days work. When his kids asked why he left for work an hour early for a 15-minute drive, he'd reply, "Just in case I have a flat."
"He would work, no matter what kind of work, or how bad the pay," said John. At 5-foot-8 and a powerful 225 pounds, Street was past 80 and still hefting large crates of vegetables into his car--foodstuffs he had bought wholesale for people.
He was proud that all three of his boys went to college. Son James became a certified public accountant and an auditor supervisor for the federal government. "He always encouraged us to do the best we could," said John. "He was particularly proud of Milton's election to the Senate and my graduating law school."
Jim Street had three general concerns for his children that remained unchanged to the end, said John: "First, that we didn't get hurt physically; second, that we weren't involved in anything illegal because that would hurt him real bad; and third, that our involvement in politics was a form of community service."
He also remained a man of strong opinions and didn't hesitate to share them with his family. He thought someone should have been prosecuted for the MOVE bombing and deaths. It outraged him. He felt that the plight of homeless people was the responsibility of community organizations and not government agencies. And the drug problem touched him to the core.
"He had this passion for the young people in this drug thing," said John. "It just ate him up. He believed that the responsibility was the parent. He couldn't understand how these kids could be out there. He always wanted to know, 'Where are their parents?' If you were living under his roof, he knew where you were."
John said his father "never had money, never worried about it, and what he had he was always giving away." Neither did he spend time on himself. Aside from listening to his favorites on the radio, Irv Homer and Mary Mason, he spent most of his time on others, especially after his wife of 46 years, the former Elizabeth Willis, died in 1981.
John Street said some people ask him why he didn't get out of politics and go for big money in a private law practice. He said, "What happens is, I learned to value some other things by way of his example. Here was a person who in his own way sacrificed more time trying to be of service to other people, than constitutes some people's lifetimes...60 years at a minimum. He was a person who was available and on call day and night."
He said, "I don't think most of us are aware of the subtle influence [of parents]. We end up being like them."
John Street thinks about that sometimes when someone asks him why he arrived at the office early.
In addition to his sons, he is survived by a brother, a sister, 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Services will be at 8 p.m. Sunday at Ebenezer Seventh-day Adventist Church, 15th and Christian streets, where friends may call between 5 and 7:45 p.m. Burial will be in White Chapel Gardens, 140 W. Street Road, Feasterville, Bucks County.
Channing Richard Tucker 1874-1936
Notes:
Birth: Oct. 20, 1874; Death: Oct. 21, 1936
Husband of Viola B. Johnson Tucker
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
TUCKER - In Hopewell Township, October 21, 1936, Channing R. Tucker, aged 61 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services from the residence of his wife, Mrs. Viola B. Tucker, Gouldtown, Friday morning, October 23, at 11 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call this Thursday evening.
Ruth E. Pierce Valentine 1840-1925
Notes:
Birth: May 19, 1840; Death: Apr. 17, 1925
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
VALENTINE - In Bridgeton, N.J., April 17, 1925, Ruth E., widow of Joseph C. Valentine, aged 84 years, 11 months.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from late residence Shiloh Pike on Sunday afternoon, April 19, 1925, at 2 o'clock. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Saturday evening from 7 to 9 p.m.
Mary Elizabeth Jackson Ward 1921-2011
1. Published in The Bridgeton News on February 18, 2011
Mary Elizabeth Jackson Ward, 89, of Upper Deerfield Township went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2011. She peacefully passed at her home following a 10-year period of declining health.
A lifelong resident of New Jersey, Mary was born and raised locally by her late parents, Daniel Jackson and Elizabeth Harmon Jackson. She was the wife of the late Douglas P. Ward.
A 1941 graduate of Bridgeton High School, her working years included employment at the former Owens-Illinois Glass Company in Bridgeton for 27 years, a Bridgeton Postal worker for 21 years and an elementary school substitute teacher in Upper Deerfield Township.
Mary was an active member of the Bridgeton Assembly of God Church and served in various ministries, most often found contributing to missionary outreach programs. She was also a member of the Young Peoples Progressive Club and the Colonial Riders Motorcycle Club. Serving as a leader and participant of many community and social functions, she was always eager to champion a cause or lend a helping hand.
A proud member of the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Indians of Bridgeton where she was known as "Spreading Eagle Wing," for nearly 10 years she organized and coordinated the Elders monthly luncheon program providing them with an afternoon of Cultural Socialization. She also worked diligently toward the goal of establishing a Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Cultural Museum and fervently pursued her passion to see procurement of Tribal Land. In recognition of her service and dedication to the Tribal Community for over 25 years, Mary was the recipient of their highest honor, an Eagle Feather.
She enjoyed traveling and collecting memorabilia, often reflecting on her travels to the Holy Land. As an avid "scrap booker," Mary spent countless hours meticulously cataloging volumes of pictures and experiences of her loved ones. Mary loved her home and her family.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Constance Brooks and husband, Larry and Paula Streets and husband Charles, all of Bridgeton; a granddaughter, Charisma Ward of Annapolis, Md.; two grandsons, Charles Streets Jr. of Wilmington, Del., and Brad Streets of Roselle Park; a niece, Charlotte Carney of Elmer and several other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Holly Ward; two sisters, Helen Saunders Ward and Viola Jackson Durham; four brothers, John, Fred, Wilbert and Daniel Jackson; a niece, Elsie Pierce; and a nephew, Hollie Saunders.
Funeral services will be held at the Bridgeton Assembly of God, 424 Indian Ave., Bridgeton on Monday, Feb. 21, at 11 a.m. Visitation will be held at the PADGETT FUNERAL HOME, 1107 State Highway 77, Upper Deerfield Township on Sunday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Monday morning from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions in MaryÕs memory be made to the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Indians, 18 East Commerce St., Bridgeton, NJ 08302. Written condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.padgettfuneralhome.com.
2. Mary Ward, "Spreading Eagle Wing"
Smoke Signals column, Cumberland County Reminder
Aunt Mary, as she is fondly referred to, has been an inspiration to all tribal members throughout the last twenty-five years. She has been a real force in the Native American movement for the Nanticoke Lenni Lenape Tribe. She had dedicated much of her own time and money in support of her tribe. Her drive and perseverance has inspired us all. Many times in the past during our struggles to maintain our center and move forward as a tribe it has been Aunt Mary who has provided the motivation we needed to get going. We believe that her most memorable project was her "dirt" project, as she called it. She sent every member a little bag of "dirt" that came from the land we wanted to purchase. With that project we were able to purchase that land.
Aunt Mary's love and concern for the elders of the tribe led her to organize an Elders Luncheon Program where once a month our elders were able to come together for an afternoon of socializing. Even where there were no funds to support the cost of the luncheon, she continued to fund the program with her own money because she knew how much it meant to our elders.
Personal illness has prevented Aunt Mary from being as physically active now, but she continues to work for our tribe by sending letters to conduct her projects. She recently raised over $2,000 from a project she did through correspondence from her home.
We are pleased to be able to honor her. As we give honor, we want her to know that throughout the years her dedication to the progress fo our tribe has been appreciated. We want her to know that we will continue to look to her for her wisdom and energy and ask that she continue to pray for our progress. Most of all, we want her to know that she is loved by her tribe.
Millie L Draine Warren 1912-1997
Delaware State News (Dover, DE) - Monday, March 31, 1997
Millie L. Draine Warren of Lewes died of congestive heart failure Friday, March 28, 1997, in her home. She was 84. Mrs. Warren was born in Cheswold, Nov. 15, 1912, the daughter of the late George and Mildred Sammons Durham.
She was a homemaker. Mrs. Warren was a member of Christ's Church, Harbeson, and was affiliated with the Israel United Methodist Church, Lewes. She was also an associate member of the Nanticoke Indian Association, Millsboro.
She is survived by three sons, Edward W. Draine of Danville, Va., Eugene A. Draine of Lincoln and Phillip B. Draine of Lancaster, Calif.; three daughters, Nancy C. Seeney of Lewes, Grace M. Jackson of Millsboro and Linda M. Wright of Milton; 18 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.
Service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at Watson Funeral Home, 211 Washington St., Millsboro, where friends may call two hours prior to service. The Rev. Timothy A. Duffield Sr. will officiate. Burial will be in Israel Methodist Church Cemetery, Lewes. Instead of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Delaware Hospice, 600 Du Pont Highway, Georgetown, DE 19947.
Catherine Nellie Mosley Watson 1921-2013
Published in Courier-Post on Jan. 30, 2013
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AGE: 92 - Princeton
Catherine Watson passed away with her family at her side on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Brandywine Senior Living at Princeton. Born in Greenwich, NJ in 1921 to John and Addie Mosley, she formerly resided in Camden, NJ for many years. She was a member of the Mt. Olivet Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Camden.
Predeceased by her husband Jerrell Watson, she is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Lori Watson, her granddaughter Brianna Watson, and many nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law.
Viewing and Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 1 at 10:30 AM
at Eichel Funeral Home, 8323 Maple Avenue, Pennsauken, NJ. Interment will follow
at Locustwood Memorial Park, Cherry Hill, NJ.
Mahlon A. Winrow 1897-1938
Notes:
Birth: Jan. 22, 1897; Death: Jul. 22, 1938
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
WINROW - In Bridgeton, N.J., on July 22, 1938, Mahlon Winrow, aged 42 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral services on Sunday, July 24, at 2 p.m. from the parlors of Cornelius J. Mack, Jr., 22 Academy St., Bridgeton, N.J. Interment in Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Saturday evening, 7 to 9 p.m.
Ord Victor Winrow ~1935-2015
21 May 2015
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Ord Victor Winrow, 80, of Salem, formerly of Bridgeton, departed this life peacefully and as a born again Christian went home to be with the Lord on May 18th, 2015. He was born in Bridgeton, New Jersey to the late Howard E. and Oleta (Green) Winrow.
Ord was educated in the Bridgeton Public School System. He was a sports enthusiast and played basketball in both city and church leagues. After many years of service, Ord retired from the Salem, New Jersey Department of Education.
Ord leaves to cherish his memory, a devoted companion of 40 years, Pauline Mitchell and sons Eric and Lydell; one brother, Granville “Mike” Winrow of Bridgeton, NJ; one sister, Vail Bailey (Glenn) o f St. Petersburg, FL; a sister-in-law, Odell Winrow; two brothers-in-law, George Newton of Salem, NJ and Herbert Gould of Atlantic City, NJ; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his sisters: Doris Brown, Selma Seabrook, Miriam Gould and Beverly Newton; brothers: Howard and Isaac Winrow. Private graveside services will be held at Overlook Cemetery in Bridgeton at the convenience of the family. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Padgett Funeral Home, Upper Deerfield Twp. Written condolences can be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.
Earl C. Wright 1896-1937
Notes:
Birth: May 29, 1896; Death: Apr. 22, 1937
Son of Casper M. Wright & Sarah L. (______) Wright
Contributed by Debbie Pierce via John C. Carter
WRIGHT - In Gouldtown, N.J., on April 22, 1937, Earl C. Wright.
Relatives and friends are invited to the services on Sunday afternoon, April 25, at 2 o'clock from the chapel of Cornelius J. Mack, Jr., Vine St. and Columbus Ave., Bridgeton, N.J. Interment Gouldtown Cemetery. Friends may call Saturday evening, 7 to 9 o'clock.
Gerald Henry Wright 1947-2015
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Gerald Henry Wright passed away Jan. 31, 2015. Gerald was born Nov. 20, 1947 to the late Arthur and Edith Wright. A committal service was held 1 p.m., Friday, Mar. 6, 2015 at the Bennie Smith Funeral Home, Dover, DE. Burial will be in the Sharon Hill Memorial Cemetery, 1:00 p.m., Monday, Mar. 9, 2015. A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m., Saturday, Mar. 28 2015 at Union Baptist Church, Lincoln St., Dover. Letter of condolence may be sent and guest book may be signed at www.benniesmithfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Bennie Smith Funeral Home, Dover. DE-Gerald-Wright.jpg
Ronald J. Wright ~1947-2015
22 Mar 2015
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Ronald J. Wright, 68, of Millville died on Monday, March 16, 2015 at Inspira Medical Center-Vineland.
Ronald was born in Bridgeton to the late Elmer Wright and Viola Moore Wright. He had lived in Millville for the past three years and prior to that had resided in Bridgeton.
Ronald had been a cook for most of his working life. He worked at several area locations including the Cohanzick Country Club and was a member of the Greater St. Augustine AME Zion Church in Bridgeton.
He is survived by a sister, Viola Wright-Rozier of Bridgeton and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Jeannette Lingo and two brothers, Elmer Wright and Eugene Wright.
Funeral services will be held at the Padgett Funeral Home, 1107 State Highway 77, Upper Deerfield Twp. on Wednesday, March 25th at 1 PM. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 12 Noon to 1 PM prior to the services. Written condolences can be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.