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Adam Michael Coker  1971-2006
29 Oct 2006

Adam Michael "Red Pony" Coker of Dover died Friday, Oct. 27, 2006, in Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, Dover. He was 35. Mr. Coker was born June 5, 1971, in Dover, son of Carlton D. Coker Jr. and Amy C. Reed.

He graduated from Dover High School, where he played offensive lineman on the Dover High Senators state championship football team in 1988. He also was on the drum line for Dover High, and a member of the Varsity Club. He had played baseball with Dover Little League until he was 18. After high school, he graduated from Delaware State University with a bachelor's degree in history and political science and vocational education. He worked as a paving supervisor for Tilcon Construction of Delaware for the last four years. He was a substitute teacher in the Lake Forest School District. Mr. Coker was a member of the International Trotting and Pacing Association and the Delaware Pony Breeders and Owners Association. He also won the Pennsylvania Sire Stakes with one of his horses in 1997. He was a member of Lenni-Lenape Nation Native American Tribe. He worked with the local community's legal-aid department on "Project Hope," which was started in 1993. Working with the elderly was very important to him.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Mary Virginia Reed. He is survived by his father, Carlton D. Coker Jr. of Dover; his mother, Amy C. Reed of Dover; his stepfather, Jay Moore of Smyrna; his paternal grandparents, Carlton D. Sr. and Anna E. Coker of Dover; his maternal grandfather, Allen Thomas Reed of Dover; his wife of 10 years, Cynthia Lynn "Cindy" Shea Coker; two daughters, Cheyenne Rose Coker and Savannah Mary Coker, both of the family home; two brothers, Jay Reed Moore and Stanley Burris, both of Dover; six special nieces and nephews, Keith, Theresa, Dakota, Ariel, Shaquille and "DJ," all of Dover; and a host of aunts and uncles.

Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday in Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road (Del. 10), Dover. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home Burial will be in Immanuel Union United Methodist Church Cemetery, Cheswold. Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the fund for his daughters, c/o Tilcon Construction Delaware, attn.: Lisa Moon, PO Box 858, Dover, DE 19903-0858; or to the American Juvenile Diabetes Association, 100 W. 10th St., Suite 1003, Wilmington, DE 19801.

 

Alonzo 'Lonnie' Coker (Two Feathers) ~1958-1995

Dover- Alonzo 'Lonnie' Coker American Indian Name, "Two Feathers,", of Dover died of respiratory failure Sunday, May 14, 1995, in his home. He was 37.

Mr. Coker received his education at Holy Cross school, finished his senior year at Dover High School and graduated in 1975. He was a member of the Holy Cross Parish, Dover.

He was owner of the First American Contracting Company. He was tribal chairman of the Lenape Indian Tribe of Delaware for four years and president of Lenapehoking Enterprises inc. for the past three years. He was very proud of his indian heritage and participated in organizing many tribal events.

He is survived by his wife of six years, Marian Coker; three sons, Ryan M. McNamire and Christopher M. McNamire, both of Dover and Alonzo Coker III, at home ; two daughters, Myloni P. Coker and Sarah E. Coker, both at home: his parents Carlton D. Coker Sr. and Anna E. Coker of Cheswold: five brothers, Carlton Coker Jr. , Dennis J. Coker, and Peter D. Coker, all of Cheswold, Curtis S. Coker of Willow Grove, and Christopher S. Coker of Clayton; and one sister, Carla Ann Coker of Dover.

Service will be 11 a.m. Thursday at Faries Funeral Home, 1250 S. Governors Ave., Dover, where friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. today. Burial will be in Emmanuel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Cheswold. Instead of flowers the family suggests contributions to Fork Branch Monument and Restoration Fund, P.O. Box 79, Cheswold, DE. 19936.

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Alonzo Coker 1890-1957

In Dover, DE, on May 6, 1957, Alonzo, husband of Rebecca Coker of Cheswold, Del. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at Immanuel Union Methodist Church, Cheswold, Del. on Friday afternoon, May 10 at 2 o'clock. Interment at adjoining cemetary. Friends may call at the late residence Thursday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock. Arrangements by Howard C. Stevenson Funeral Homes, Dover, Del.

 

Benjamin Leroy 'Ben' Coker 1938-2007
3 May 2007.

Benjamin Leroy "Ben" Coker of Dover died Tuesday, May 1, 2007, in his home. He was 68. Mr. Coker was born Oct. 8, 1938, in Cheswold, son of the late John and Lillian (Durham) Coker.

He served in the National Guard, drove trucks and worked for Bolan Motors in Dover as a parts salesman, prior to becoming a horseman. He was a horseman for 30 years as an owner and mostly as a trainer driver. He drove at all the local tracks and trained in Dover. He was a member of the Delaware Standardbred Owners Association and the U.S. Trotter Association. Mr. Coker enjoyed horse racing and playing cards, and was a Jeff Gordon NASCAR and a Philadelphia Phillies fan. Mostly he loved life and shooting the bull with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Donald Coker and Nelson Coker. Mr. Coker is survived by his wife of 27 years, Sandra (Johnson) Coker of Dover; four sons, Ben "Lee" Coker and his friend Jenette of Vineland, N.J., Terry Coker and his wife Carol of Vineland, Jerry Coker and his wife Deborah of Millville, N.J., and Gene Johnson and his companion Tammy of Cheswold; his daughter, Daphne Baum and her husband Jeff of Boonsboro, Md.; four brothers, Eddie Coker and his wife Lorraine of Dover, Jackie Coker and his wife Helen of Felton, Steven Coker of Cheswold, and Ricky Coker and his wife Candy of Hartly; four sisters, Eleanor McKinney and her husband Vernon of Dover, Barbara Velez and her husband Mike of Harrington, Joanne Moore and her husband Jimmy of Gatesville, Texas, and Monica Coker and her friend Jan of Dover; eight grandchildren, Ben III, Amy, Brittany, Kayla, Jerry Jr., Jazmin, Jessica and Joshua; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday in Immanuel Union United Methodist Church, Main Street, Cheswold. Friends may call two hours prior. Interment will be in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Blood Bank of Delmarva, 100 Hygeia Drive, Newark, DE 19713; or the Greater Delaware Valley Division Delaware Chapter, The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 100 W. 10th St., Suite 209, Wilmington, DE 19801. Letters of condolence may be sent, and guestbook signed, at www.torbertfuneral.com <http://www.torbertfuneral.com>.

 

Brenda Cleo Durham Coker 1920-1994

Cleo Durham Coker, 73, who taught for many years in a Nanticoke Indian school and then in a Wilmington public school, died Friday at the Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill, Smyrna. She was 73.

For 15 years, Mrs. Coker taught in the one-room Indian Mission School. Millsboro. After moving to Wilmington in 1960, she taught there until 1981.

She also taught ballroom dancing part time at Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Wilmington.

She is survived by three daughters, Karen Catanzaro of Tom's River, N.J., Sheri Fontina of Wilmington and Beth Skilton of Tampa, Fla.: three brothers, Warren Durham of Deptford. N.J., and Floyd Durham and Donald Durham, both of Dover; a sister, Corinne N. Dean of Dover; six grandchildren; and her former husband, James B. Coker of Dover.

A service will be at 2 pm. Tuesday at Torbert Funeral Chapel, Bradford and Reed streets, Dover, where friends may call after 1. Burial will he in Immanuel Union Cemetery, Cheswold.

 

Carlton D. Coker Sr. 1921-2007
22 Jul 2007

Carlton D. Coker Sr. of Dover died Friday, July 20, 2007, in Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, Dover. He was 85. Mr. Coker was born Sept. 10, 1921, in Dover, to the late Alonzo and Rebecca (Carney) Coker.

He was self-employed in the construction business. Mr. Coker was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Dover. He was also a member of the Lenape Indian tribe of Delaware, and the Retreads Motor Cycle Club. Mr. Coker enjoyed watching wrestling and NASCAR, and loved to travel.

He was preceded in death by his son, Alonzo Coker; three brothers, Clarence Carney, Norris Carney and McDonald Coker; a sister, Cecilia Carney; and a grandson, Adam Coker. He is survived by his wife of almost 57 years, Anna E. Loatman Coker of Dover; five sons, Carlton D. Coker Jr., Dennis J. Coker of Cheswold, Curtis S. Coker of Willow Grove, Christopher S. Coker of Dover, and Peter D. Coker of Pike Creek; his daughter, Carla Coker of Dover; his brother, Walter Coker of Dover; his sister, Victorine Durham of Dover; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road, Dover. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Immanuel U.M.E Church Cemetery, Cheswold. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Lenape Indian Tribe of Delaware, P.O. Box 79, Cheswold, DE 19936. Letters of condolence may be sent, and guestbook signed, at www.torbertfuneral.com <http://www.torbertfuneral.com>.

 

Charles G. Coker Sr.   1930-2009
30 Sep 2009 

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 Maranatha Fellowship Church, 60 Deer Track Lane, Dover, where friends may call from 11 a.m. until service time. Burial will be at the Immanuel United Methodist Church. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Maranatha Fellowship Church, 60 Deer Track Lane, Dover, DE 19904. Letters of condolences may be sent to www.delmarvaobits.com or traderfh@aol.com

 

Chelsea Lyn Coker 1991-2013
29 Oct 2013

Chelsea Lyn"Song Bird" Coker of Cheswold and her unborn baby went to the lord on Saturday October 26, 2013. She was 2 2. Chelsea was born October 7, 1991 to Donald G. Coker, Jr. and Nancy Newman Coker.

She worked as a Guest Attendant for Dover Downs. Chelsea enjoyed music, singing, going to the beach, spending time with her friends. She was very outgoing. She was a member of the Lenni Lenape Tribe of New Jersey. Chelsea is survived by her parents, Donald and Nancy Coker of Cheswold; sister, Leslie Newman of Little Creek; grandmother, Anna Newman of Dover; aunts and uncles, Lisa, Julia, Lynn, Billy, Michael and Jackie; niece and nephew, Destinee and Isaiah; best friends, Lindsey an d Brooke Seaman, Anna Quillen and Sade.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 2013 at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road (Rt.10), Dover. Friends may call one hour prior. Letters of condolences may be sent and guest book signed at www.torbertfuneral.com.

 

Deborah Irene Coker 1950-1980

Deborah Irene Coker died Tuesday, March 4, 1980, in Kent General Hospital after a short illness She was 29.

Ms. Coker was employed at ABC Services, Dover, until poor health caused her to retire.

She is survived by a daughter, Jill, of Dover, her father, Charles G. Coker Sr. of Dover; her mother, Winona Wortham of Dover; a brother, Charles G. Coker Jr. of Dover; three sisters, Denice Wortham of Sigler, Oklahoma, Donna Coker of Dover and Armenta Durham of Dover; and her grandfather, James Coker of Dover. She lived with two aunts, Joan Brittingham and Sandra Coker of Dover.

Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Immanuel United Methodist Church, Bishops Corner, Cheswold. Friends may call at the church from 7 to9 p.m, Friday.

 

Dorothy G. Coker 1930-2009
Apr 29, 2009

Friends of the late Dorothy G. Coker, 78, of Dover, may call on the family at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 2, at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road, Dover, where services will be held at 1 p.m. Mrs. Coker died Wednesday, April 29, 2009, at home, with her family at her side. Born May 19, 1930, in Cheswold, she was the daughter of the late Franklin and Mary Johnson.

Mrs. Coker was a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking for family and friends and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and her great-grandson Aidan. She and her husband enjoyed traveling with their ponies, making many friends across the country and Canada. She also enjoyed her flower garden and decorating for holidays. She was married to James Coker Jr. on Dec. 30, 1963.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Alice B. Sammons. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Coker is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Patsy and Bob Tennison; a son and daughter-in-law, Albert and Heike Durham; two grandchildren, Brett Durham and Eric Durham; and a great-grandson Aidan Durham. She also is survived by four sisters, Mary V. Morgan, Winona Wortham, Joan Brittingham and Sandra Coker; three brothers, James Johnson, Jackie Johnson and Lenwood Johnson; two very close cousins, Joyce Luzader and Peggy Carney; and a host of nieces and nephews she loved and cared about.

Interment will be in the Immanuel Union United Methodist Church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mrs. Coker’s name may be made to American Lung Association in Delaware, 1021 Gilpin Ave., Suite 202, Wilmington, DE 19806-3280; or Immanuel United Methodist Church, 756 Main St., Dover, DE 19904.

 

Dorothy Moss Coker ~1918-2012
25 Feb 2010

Dorothy Moss Coker,  age 94, passed quietly away on Feb. 22, 2012 at her home in Toby Farms, Chester Township., with her devoted family at her side.  

She was born in Callaville, VA. She was the daughter of the late James & Jennie Moss ofClaymont DE. She was married to the late Rev. Lawrence Coker and they lovingly raised three children: Joan Broome, Selena Anderson and Lawrence Coker Jr.

Dorothy held various positions in the Philadelphia/Delaware area. She especially enjoyed being a Deputy Matron in the Sheriff's Dept.,Media, PA and later becoming a House Parent with her husband, Rev. Coker.

Sorrowfully, she leaves to cherish her memory a son Lawrence Coker Jr.; two daughters: Joan and Selena; 6 grandchildren: Sheryl, Laurie, Vincent, Joan, Julie and Ayesha; 3 great-grandchildren: Jordan, Vincent Jr., Cydney and many other friends and relatives.

Relatives and friends are in vited to Funeral Services on Teusday, February 28 atUnion Baptist Church, 2616 Carter St., Wilmington, DE at 11 am. A viewing will take place from 9-10:30 am. The TENTS Service will begin promptly at 10:30 am. Interment, Haven Memorial Cemetery,Chester Twp.Condolences may be e-mailed to HuntIrvingfh@msn.com. Arrangements by Hunt Irving Funeral Home, Chester Township, PA andMedia, PA

 

Esther "Titter" Coker

Esther "Titter" Coker Of Wilm. Age 71. Died on April 10. Service: 7 p.m. Friday, April 16, at Congo Funeral Home, 24th & Market St. Friends may call from 5- 7 p.m. She is survived by her children; David P. and Anne Coker. 3 grandchildren. Sister of Eugene, Elzy, and Maurice Russ, and Frances Stallsworth.

 

Frankford Coker, 1911-2002
Contributed by John C. Carter 12/19/2002)

This is notice of the passing of my great uncle Frankford ("Frank") Coker, who passed away last Friday, December 13, 2002 in the Washington DC area. He was born August 15, 2002 in Kent County, DE, and was the son of John Clayton Coker and Phebe Carney Coker (later Reed). His wife, Eva, passed away July 7th of this year. Services were held today (12/19), and he was buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

The text of the death notice from The Washington Post:

Washington Post 18 Dec 2002
http://www.legacy.com/washingtonpost/LegacySubPage2.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonId=660770

On December 13, 2002, at his residence. He leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Francine (Michael) Anderson-Borders, Eva Ann (Clarence) Lockhart; grandchildren, Kathleen, David, Clarence Jr. and Sharawn. Family will receive friends from 8 to 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 19, 2002, at B.K. HENRY FUNERAL CHAPEL, 420 H St., NE, Washington, DC. Interment private for immediate family only at Arlington National Cemetery.

 

Hazella Sammons Coker 1915-1996

1. Funeral program: Hazella Sammons Coker, daughter of the late William and Ella Durham Sammons, was born on July 19, 1915 and departed this life on January 10, 1996 at Kent General Hospital. She lived in the Cheswold area all her life and attended the area schools Cheswold and Lockwood.

On October 26, 1940 she was united in Holy Matrimony to Roland (Tip) Coker. To this union were born three children, Elaine, Arlena & Roland. Hazella worked along with Roland in the Methodist Church until 1953. At this time they started the Baptist Mission under the leadership of Dr. K. W. Pierce, by whom she was baptized. She helped with the building of First Baptist Church, Cheswold, Delaware.

In 1964 she along with the pastor and others established Central Baptist Church where she remained until her death. She served as President of the Trustee Board until 1993, as well as Secretary of the Missionary Circle.

She received her Licensed Practical Nurse in 1965, after completing a correspondent course and passing the State Boards. At that time she was working for Failing Nursing Home. In April of 1965 she was accepted to the staff of Kent General Hospital where she floated between the 3rd floor and pediatrics, which she enjoyed. She retired after 15 years of service in June 1983.

She enjoyed cooking and loved to share it with others, helping with a few sick friends, and taking care of her family.

She is predeceased by five brothers and four sisters, their daughter Elaine Coker Muntz October 26, 1994 and her loving husband of 54 years, Rev. Roland (Tip) Coker April 25, 1995. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law Pete and Shannon Coker of Virginia Beach, VA, one daughter with whom she lived Arlena Coker, six grandchildren and spouse Steven and Wythena Fleming, Glassboro, NJ, Thomas and Valerie Matteo, Swedesboro, NJ, William Muntz and Jennifer Muntz, both of Mullica Hill, NJ, Allison Coker, Chesapeake, VA, and Christian Coker, Virginia Beach, VA, six great-grandchildren, Brittany Sulder, Dakota Fleming, Domonic Matteo, Kristina Matteo, Jenna Fleming and Justin Fleming, two sisters Corrine Christansen of Dover, DE and Mary V. Reed of Dover, DE.

Pallbearers: Darnel Backus, Kenneth Johnson, Robin Christiansen, Edward Coker, George Mosley Jr., William Newman, Gerald Morgan, Leroy Coker Flower Girls: Beverly Hughes, Sandra Coker, Lori Christiansen, Peggy Carney, Michele Greenage, Nina O’Brian

2. Obituary: Hazella Sammons Coker, 80, of Cheswold, Del., died Wednesday in Kent General Hospital in Dover, Del. Mrs. Coker was born in Cheswold, the daughter of the late William and Ella Durham Sammons. She lived her entire life in the Cheswold area.

She was a member of Central Baptist Church, serving on the board of trustees and as secretary of the Missionary Circle. She received her LPN In 1965 and worked at Kent General Hospital for 15 years until her retirement in June 1983. Mrs.

Coker was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, the Rev. Roland “Tip” Coker in April 1995, her daughter, Elaine Coker Muntz In 1994, five brothers and four sisters. She is survived by a son, Pete Coker of Virginia Beach, Va.; a daughter, Arlena Coker with whom she lived; sisters Corrine Christiansen and Mary V. Reed of Dover, Del; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday in the Central Baptist Church, Route 15 and Central Church Road, Dover. Friends may call Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. in Pippin Funeral Home, 119 W. Camden-Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, Del. Burial will be in Emmanuel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Cheswold.

3. Obituary: Hazella Sammons Coker of Cheswold died of congestive heart failure Wednesday, Jan. 10, 1996, in Kent General Hospital. She was 80. Mrs. Coker was born July, 19, 1915 the daughter of the late William and Ella Durham Sammons of Cheswold.

She lived her entire life in the Cheswold area and attended Lockwood and Cheswold schools. Mrs. Coker became a LPN in 1965 and worked at Kent General Hospital on the third floor and pediatrics. She retired in June 1983 with 15 years service. She was a member of Central Baptist Church serving on the board of trustees and as secretary of the Missionary Circle.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, the Rev. Roland "Tip" Coker in April 1995, a daughter, Elaine Coker Muntz in October 1994, five brothers and four sisters. She is survived by a son and his wife, Pete and Shannon Coker of Virginia Beach, Va.; a daughter with whom she lived, Arlene Coker; two sisters, Corrine Christiansen of Dover and Mary V. Reed of Dover; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Service will be 1 p.m. Saturday at Central Baptist Church, Del. 15 and Central Church Road, Dover. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Pippin Funeral Home, 119 W. Camden-Wyoming Ave. Burial will be in Immanuel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Cheswold.


Hester Pierce Coker ~1906-1988

Death Notice:  COKER -- In Bridgeton Hospital, formerly of 301 Market St., Palmyra, N.J., on Sunday, Oct. 2, 1988, Hester Piece Coker, wife of the late Rudolph Coker, mother of Jacob E. Pierce St.,  Benjamin E. Pierce St., and Myrtle E. Pierce; daughter of the late Granville and Myrtle Webster Pierce, aged 82 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service without further notice from St. John's United Methodist Church Fordville  on Thursday, Oct. 6 at 11 a.m. Interment at Gouldtown Memorial Park, Fairfield Twp.  Friends may call Wednesday, Oct. 5  after 6 p.m. in the Lively Funeral Home, 656 E. Commerce St., Bridgeton.  

 

Ida Mae Mosley Coker 1927-2009
26 Mar 2009

Ida Mae Mosley Coker, of Dover, died Wednesday, March 25, 2009, in Christiana Medical Center, Newark. She was 81. Mrs. Coker was born Aug. 31, 1927, in New Jersey to the late John H. Mosley and Anna Miller Mosley. She had worked for 15 years for Capitol School District as a cafeteria cook retiring in 1988 from East Dover Elementary School. Mrs. Coker loved crafts especially flower arranging, making jewelry, crocheting and loved to cook. She was a member of the Harvest Years Senior Center. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Stanley Coker in 1992. She is survived by her son, Clarence "Coke" Coker and his significant other, Bobbi Steele of Dover; her sister, Beatrice Childress of Smyrna; grandchildren, Rob Berry and Chris Rumbley; two great-grandchildren and another on the way; her "adopted son," John Horvath; and a host of friends she considered family. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road, (Route 10), Dover. Friends may call one hour prior. Interment will be in Immanuel Union United Methodist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to Harvest Years Senior Center, 30 South St., Camden, DE 19934 or American Diabetes Association, 100 W. 10th Street, Suite 1002, Wilmington, DE 19801.

 

James B. Coker 1921-2005
23 Nov 2005

James B. Coker of Dover died Sunday, Nov. 20, 2005, in Bayhealth-Kent General Hospital, Dover. He was 84. Mr. Coker was born Jan. 14, 1921, in Cheswold, son of the late Alfred Coker and Margaret Coker Carney.

He served in the United States Army from 1942 to 1946. He worked in the Millsboro and Wilmington areas, retiring from Christ Church in Greenville, after suffering a stroke in 1985. Mr. Coker was a member of the International Society of Poets and has had several of his poems published.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, the Rev. Roland Coker; and three stepsisters, Gertrude Collins, Issabell Carney and Lillian Drummond. He is survived by three daughters, Karen Catanzaro and Sheri Fontinha, both of San Antonio and Beth Skilton of Tampa, Fla.; six grandchildren, Nina Catanzaro, Zachary Catanzaro, Andrew Fontinha, Victoria Ciccarelli, Daniel Ciccarelli and Taylor Skilton.

Services will be 11:30 a.m. Friday in Torbert Funeral Chapel, 61 S. Bradford St., Dover, where friends may call after 10 a.m. Burial will be in Fork Branch Cemetery, Dover.

 

James H. Coker 1908-1984

James H. Coker, of RD 2, Dover, died Wednesday, Nov. 8, 1984, at Kent General Hospital after a long illness. He was 76. Mr. Coker retired in 1967 from the City of Dover, where he worked in the maintenance department. His wife, Mary Elizabeth, died In 1967.

He is survived by five sons, Charles Coker, Cheswold, James Coker, Dover, Carl Lee Coker, Phoenix, Ariz., Eugene Coker, Clayton, and Larry Coker, Hartly; a daughter, Evelyn Townsend, Dover; two brothers, John Coker, Cheswold, and Frank Coker, Washington, D.C; a sister, Lapha Carter, New Jersey; two stepbrothers, Eddie Reed, New Jersey and Robert Reed, Dover; two stepsisters, Edna Lapznan and Marian Hughes; 15 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Services will be Sunday in the Torbert Funeral Chapel, Reed and Bradford Streets, Dover. Burial will be in Immanuel Union Cemetery, Cheswold.

 

John Clayton Coker, Jr. 1915-1996

(Written note by John Cyrus Carter: “My great-uncle John")

1. Funeral program: Funeral Services for John Coker, Jr. at Torbert Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, May 1, 1996. Viewing: 12 noon-2 p.m., services: 2 p.m. Rev. Elizabeth Walker, presiding. Interment Immanuel Union United Methodist Cemetery, Cheswold, Delaware.

2. Obituary from funeral program: John Coker, Jr., husband of Lillian Coker, and son of John Coker, Sr. and Phoebe Coker, was born March 23, 1915. He departed this life on April 29th, 1996, in Kent General Hospital at the age of 81 years.

John was married to Lillian Durham on September 16, 1933. To this union God blessed them with 11 children. John spent most of his life in the Cheswold area, where he was employed by Harry Morgan, Thomas Roy Morgan, George and Lynch, and Delaware Air Park. After he reached the retirement age, he enjoyed working in the garden and just relaxing and enjoying his retirement.

He leaves to mourn his passing his devoted wife, Lillian; 6 sons, Eddie, Jackie, Leroy, Donald, Steve, and Rickie; 4 daughters, Eleanor McKiney, Barbara Valez, Joann Moore, and Monica Coker; 2 half sisters, Edna Loatman and Marion Hughes; a brother, Frank Coker; 2 half brothers, Edward Reed and Robert Reed; 24 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; a large number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives, and dear friends by whom he shall be missed.

John & Lillian celebrated their 62nd Wedding Anniversary on Sept. 16, 1995 after a loving and caring relationship as husband and wife. He was a devoted and loving husband and father. He will be missed by all that knew him. Pallbearers: Grandsons. Flower girls: Granddaughters.

John Clayton Coker, Jr. 1915-1996
Contributed by Henrietta Carey Johnson 19 May 2001

Church program: Funeral Services for John Coker, Jr. At Torbert Funeral Chapel On Wednesday, May 1, 1996 Viewing: 12 Noon -2 Pm Services: 2 Pm Rev Elizabeth Walker, Presiding Interment Immanuel Union United Methodist Cemetery, Cheswold, Delaware

John Coker Jr., husband of Lillian Coker, and son of John Coker, Sr. and Phoebe Coker, was born March 23, 1915.

He departed this life on April 29th, 1996, in Kent General Hospital at the age of 81 years.

John was married to Lillian Durham on September 16, 1933. To this union God blessed them with 11 children.

John spent most of his life in the Cheswold area, where he was employed by Harry Morgan, Thomas Roy Morgan, George and Lynch, and Delaware Air Park.

After he reached the retirement age, he enjoyed working in the garden and just relaxing and enjoying his retirement.

He leaves to mourn his passing his devoted wife, Lillian; 6 sons, Eddie, Jackie, Leroy, Donald, Steve, and Rickie; 4 daughters, Eleanor McKiney, Barbara Valez, Joann Moore, and Monica Coker; 2 half sisters, Edna Loatman and Marion Hughes; a brother, Frank Coker; 2 half brothers, Edward Reed and Robert Reed; 24 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; a large number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives, and dear friends by whom he shall be missed. John & Lillian celebrated their 62nd Wedding Anniversary art Sept. 16, 1995 after a loving and caring relationship as husband and wife. He was a devoted and loving husband and father. He will be missed by all that knew him.

 

Lillian G. Durham Coker 1917-2007
23 Feb 2007

Lillian G. Durham Coker of Cheswold went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007, in the Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill, Smyrna. She was 89. Mrs. Coker was born May 28, 1917, in Cheswold, daughter of the late Benjamin and Anna May Durham.

She married John Coker, who preceded her in death on April 29, 1996. Mrs. Coker was a factory worker until her retirement. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, house cleaning and being with her family. Mrs. Coker was a member of Central Baptist Church, Dover, for many years.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Nelson Coker and Donald Coker. She is survived by five sons, Charles "Eddie" Coker of Dover, John "Jack" Coker of Felton, Leroy "Ben" Coker of Dover, Steven Coker of Cheswold and Richard "Ricky" Coker of Hartly; four daughters, Eleanor McKinney of Dover, Barbara Velez of Harrington, Joann Moore of Gatesville, Texas, and Monica Coker of Dover; a sister, Mirian Carter of Dover; 23 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; a host of nieces, nephews and friends; and a very special friend and aide, Kissy, at the Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday in Immanuel Union United Methodist Church, Cheswold. Visitation will begin at noon. Interment will be in Immanuel Union Cemetery, Cheswold. Letters of condolence may be sent, and guestbook signed, at www.torbertfuneral.com <http://www.torbertfuneral.com>.

 

MacDonald Coker 1934-1998

MacDonald Coker of Dover died Friday, Nov. 20, 1998, in the Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent General Hospital. He was 64. Mr. Coker was born in Dover on Jan. 27, 1934, son to Alonzo and Rebecca Coker. He was a U.S. Army veteran.

Mr. Coker spent the first two years of his career as a teacher, then he changed careers and began work at Legislative Council in Legislative Hall, where he worked for 39 years. At the time of his death, he was deputy director of the Division of Research for Legislative Council. His duties included drafting legislation, drafting resolutions and providing services to the General Assembly.

He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church, American Legion Walter L. Fox Post 2, Ducks Unlimited, the Wild Turkey Federation, Wild Game Unlimited and the N.R.A. His most-loved hobby was cooking, especially wild game.

He is survived by two brothers, Carlton Coker and Walter Coker, both of Dover, and a sister, Victorine Durham of Cheswold. Service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Torbert Funeral Chapel, 61 S. Bradford St., Dover, where friends may call two hours prior to the service. Instead of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Immanuel Union United Methodist Church, Cheswold, DE 19936 or to the Lenape Indian Tribe, P.O. Box. 79, Cheswold, DE 19936.

 

Moses Coker 1886-1915

IN MEMORIUM- In sad but loving remembrance of our dear brother, Moses Elwood Coker who died July 21, 1915. Gone but not forgotten. Sisters and Brothers.

 

Mary Ann Dean Coker 1853-1923

Cheswold Charge, Methodist Episcopal Church, Bulletin No. 6, Sunday, Nov. 25, 1923. Manship: 1:00 p.m. Funeral of Mrs. Mary A. Coker. W.C. Jason, Pastor.

"In Memoriam. Mary Ann Coker Born May 20, 1853 Died Nov 21, 1923. A Mother in Israel has fallen. After seventy years of toil, a servant of the Lord has been called from labor to reward. At 11:30 Wednesday night a summons came. It found her ready. For nine weeks she bravely fought to recover from what all thought to be a temporary indisposition. Only toward the last did her dear ones lose hope. Even so, they were not prepared for the quiet passing which took them by surprise. She said, "I want to know when I am going." Her wish was granted. On the last day she declared that she was only waiting till Jesus came to take her home, and seemed eager for the hour.

Sister Coker was the daughter of Robert and Catherine Dean. At the age of twenty she united in wedlock with Moses Coker. Of this union sixteen children were born, eight of whom survive: Robert J., William H. and Nathan L. Coker, Albeda Clark, Sadie J. Washington, Angie Mosley, Amanda Carney and Caroline Jackson.

On April 25, 1898, death claimed the husband and father but comfort was found thereafter in the loving care of devoted children. Other members of the bereaved family are five brothers and two sisters: Robert, John, Jesse, U.S. Grant and William Dean; Annie E. Mosley and Hester Seeney.

 

Mary Elizabeth Durham Coker 1911-1967
(Note by Lorraine Johnson-Gregg: "Elizabeth Durham, dau of Benjamin & Anna Durham)"

Funeral program: Elizabeth Coker, born March 13, 1911, died January 1, 1967. Funeral services Wednesday, January 4, 1967, 2:00 P.M. Central Baptist Church, Dover, Delaware. Interment Immanuel Union Cemetery, Dover, Delaware.

 

Monica L. Coker 1951-2012

Monica L. Coker of Hartly died Monday June 4, 2012 at Capitol Nursing Home, following a long illness. She was 61.  Ms. Coker was born May 16, 1951 in Cheswold, Delaware to the late John Coker and Lillian Durham Coker.

She enjoyed listening to country music, watching soap operas and watching Jeff Gordon, but she especially loved being with family and friends at family picnics.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Benjamin, Donald and Nelson Coker.  She is survived by her soul mate, Jan Krzesniak of Hartly; brothers, Ed Coker and his wife Rachel of Dover, John Coker and his companion Helen Carpenter of Felton, Steve Coker of Cheswold and Ricky Coker and his wife Cindy of Hartly; sisters, Eleanor McKinney of Dover, Barbara Velez and her husband Michael of Harrington, Joanne Moore of Gatesville, Tx; sister in law, Sandra Coker of Dover.

Memorial services will be held 12pm Friday, June 8, 2012 at Torbert Funeral Chapel, 61 S. Bradford Street, Dover, DE. Friends may call one hour prior. Interment will be in the Immanuel United Methodist Cemetery.

 

Moses Elwood Coker 1886-1915

In Memorium--In sad but loving remembrance of our dear brother, Moses Elwood Coker, who died July 21, 1915. Gone but not forgotten. Sisters and Brothers.

 

Myrtle E. Morgan Coker 1934 - 2012

Myrtle E. Morgan Coker, of Dover passed away Friday May 11, 2012 in Delaware Hospice Center, Milford. She was 78.

She was born February 26, 1934 in Dover, Delaware to the late Harry N. Morgan, Sr. and Frances L. Wilson Morgan.

Mrs. Coker was primarily a homemaker. She collected dolls, loved to travel and picnic. She loved children, and was considered everyone’s “MOM”. She and her husband Walter were faithful members of Trinity Wesleyan Church in Dover.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sisters, Alice Mae Conley and Harriett Everett, brother Harry N. Morgan, Jr., son Ronald G. Coker, and grandson Randy Coker, Jr.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Walter Coker of Dover; step mother, Henrietta Morgan of Cheswold; sons, Walter “Robby” Coker and wife Linda of Clayton, and Randy Dale Coker and girlfriend DeeAnn of Dover; grandsons Anthony Ryan Coker, Brandon R. Coker, granddaughter Katy L. Coker; great-grandchildren Aubrey and Anthony Coker; dear friends Natalie Ridgeway, Betty Nestor, and Marlene Miller; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Viewing Tuesday May 15, 2012, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Torbert Funeral Chapels

Memorial donations can be made to: Delaware Hospice, 911 S. DuPont Hwy., Dover, DE 19901 Trinity Wesleyan Church, 1564 S. State St., Dover, DE 19901

 

Randy Dale Coker Jr. 1982-2005
14 Aug 2005

1) Funeral services for Randy Dale Coker Jr., 23, of Clayton, were held Wednesday, Aug. 3, at the Torbert Funeral Chapel South, Dover. Mr. Coker died Saturday, July 30, 2005, in Smyrna. Mr. Coker was born Feb. 3, 1982, in Dover, son of Randy Dale Coker Sr., now of Clayton, and Natalie Smith Coker, now of Milford.

He worked as a plumber, and enjoyed fishing, the outdoors, horses and other animals. He enjoyed taking his younger siblings to catch turtles and frogs and watching his sister dance and take ballet. As a child, he enjoyed playing baseball.

Mr. Coker was preceded in death by his grandfather, Harly Alfred Smith; two uncles, Ronald Gene Coker and Paul Alfred Smith; and a great-grandfather, Harry Morgan. In addition to his parents, Mr. Coker also is survived by his stepmother, Frances H. Coker of Clayton; his grandparents, Tatiana Akinfieva Smith of Milford, Walter and Myrtle Coker of Dover, and John and Nancy Gardner of Dover; his great-grandmother, Henrietta Morgan of Cheswold; and his great grandparents, Frank and Mary Angevine of Upper Marlboro, Md.

In addition, he is survived by three brothers, Anthony Coker of Clayton and Jacob Leager and Jordan Leager, both of Dover; a stepbrother, William Sanger of Clayton; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Misty Dawn and Steven Yencer of Magnolia and Taylor Leager of Dover; a niece, Tori O’Brien of Magnolia; and a nephew, Anthony Ryan Coker Jr. of Smyrna.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Children’s Miracle Network, 4525 South 2300 Street East, Salt Lake City, UT 84117, or the Kent County SPCA, Circle Drive, Wyoming, DE 19934. Interment was in the Immanuel Union U. M. Church Cemetery, Cheswold.

2) Randy Dale Coker Jr. of Clayton died suddenly Saturday, July 30, 2005. He was 23. Mr. Coker was born Feb. 3, 1982, in Dover.

He worked as a plumber.  Mr. Coker enjoyed fishing, the outdoors, horses and other animals and enjoyed taking his younger siblings to catch turtles and frogs. He also enjoyed watching his sister dance and do ballet. As a child he had liked playing baseball.

He is survived by his father, Randy D. Coker Sr.; his mother, Natalie Smith Coker; his step-mother, Frances Coker; his grandparents, Walter and Myrtle Coker of Dover, Tatiana Smith of Milford and Nancy and John Gardner of Dover; great-grandparents, Henrietta Morgan of Cheswold and Frank and Mary Angevine of Upper Marlboro, Md.; three brothers, Anthony Coker of Clayton and Jacob Leager and Jordon Leager, both of Dover; a stepbrother, William Sanger of Clayton; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Misty Dawn and Steven Yancer of Magnolia and Taylor Leager of Dover; a niece, Tory O'Brien; and a nephew, Anthony Ryan Coker Jr.

Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road, Dover, where friends may call one hour earlier.  Burial will be in Immanuel Union United Methodist Church Cemetery, Cheswold,  Instead of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Children's Miracle Network, 4525 South 2300 St. East, Salt Lake City Utah 84117; or to the Kent County SPCA, Circle Drive, Wyoming DE 19934.

 

Rebecca Coker ~1896-1978

Rebecca Coker, 82, of near Dover, died Wednesday, Sept. 27, 1978, at Crescent Farms Nursing Home, Dover, after a long illness.

Her husband Alonzo, died in 1957. She is survived by three sons, Carlton, Walter and Donald, all of Dover, two daughters, Cecelia Carney of Dover and Victorine Durham of Cheswold; two brothers, Clarence Carney and Horace Carney, both of Dover; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Services will be Saturday afternoon........(clipping cut off)

 

Rev. Roland “Tip” Coker 1913-1995

1. Obituary: Rev. Roland “Tip” Coker died Tuesday, April 21,1995, In Kent General Hospital, Dover, Del, following surgery. Rev. Coker was born Sept. 13, 1920, in Cheswold, the son of-the late Alfred Coker and Margaret Coker Carney. He lived his entire life in Cheswold and attended Fork Branch and Cheswold Elementary School.

Rev. Coker was a heavy equipment operator and worked for George & Lynch and worked 13 years with Mahaffey Gravel & Pit before retiring in 1979.

The Rev Coker dedicated his life to God in December 1942. He became a member of the Manship Methodist Church, Cheswold. While there, he held positions as President of the Trustees Board Class Leader under Rev. Bolden and local Preacher under the late Rev. Harvey Snead. He and other members established the Baptist Mission. In July 1950, be was ordained and called to be Pastor and founder of the First Baptist Church of Cheswold where he pastored until 1963. Rev. Coker was then Pastor of the Central Baptist Church for over 32 years until his death.

He served as chaplain for the Dover City Council from 1990-94. He was also known for his knowledge and ability to drill wells and do blacksmithing. Rev. Coker was also an avid gardener.

He was preceded in death by his eldest daughter, Elaine Coker Muntz, in October 1994. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Hazella Coker, his son and daughter-in-law, Roland and Shanna Coker, Virginia Beach, VA; a step sister, Isabella Carney, Dover; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday in the Central Baptist Church, Dover. Friends may call at the church Friday evening, 7-9 p.m. Burial will be in Immanuel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Cheswold.

2. Funeral program: Rev. Roland (Tip) Coker, born September 20, 1913 and departed this life on April 25, 1995 in Kent General Hospital following surgery. He was the son of the late Alfred Coker and Margaret Coker Carney. He lived in the Cheswold area all his life and attended Fork Branch and Cheswold Elementary Schools.

In 1940 he was united in Holy matrimony to Hazella Sammons. To this union were born three children, Elaine, Arlena, and Roland (Pete). He dedicated his life to God on December 7, 1942, Pearl Harbor Day. He became a member of Manship Methodist Church, Cheswold, DE. While there, he held many offices, President of Trustee Board, Class leader, under Rev. Bolden, and Local Preacher under the late Rev. Harvey R. Snead. In April 1943 he was baptized by the late Dr. J.H. Williams. In 1953 the Lord placed on his heart the calling to the ministry. And at that time he and other members established the Baptist Mission under the guidance of Rev. K. W. Pierce. On the second Saturday in July 1953 he was ordained and called to be the pastor and founder of the First Baptist Church, Cheswold, DE, where he pastored with much labor and dedication until 1963. Rev. Coker was then called to be the Pastor of Central Baptist Church, and did so for 32 years, 10 months until his death.

He retired from Mahaffy Gravel Pit In 1979 as a crane operator. Also he helped on the Back to God program Broadcast on WDOV for 18 years. He helped serve as Chaplain for Dover City council from 1990 to 1994 until his health declined. He also drilled wells and did blacksmithing. He enjoyed his garden, but most of all talking with friends and explaining the Scriptures.

He is predeceased by his daughter Elaine Coker Muntz who died October 1994. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Hazella Coker, son and daughter-in-law Roland and Shanna Coker, Virginia Beach, Virginia, Arlena at home; four grandchildren, Wythena and Steven Fleming, Glassboro, NJ, Valerie and Thomas Matteo, Swedesboro, NJ; Jennifer and William Muntz, Mullica Hill, NJ; Allison Coker, Norfolk VA and Christian Coker, Virginia Beach, VA; three great-grandchildren Brittany Sulder, Glassboro, NJ; Domonic and Kristina Matteo; one brother James B. Coker, Dover; one step-sister Issabella Carney, Dover; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

Ronald G. Coker ~1965-1985

Ronald G. Coker, of R.D. .5, Dover, died of cancer on Monday, June 3, 1985, in the Christiana Hospital near Stanton. He was 20. He worked at Metal Masters Food Service Equipment Co. Inc. in Smyrna until becoming ill last July.

He is survived by his parents, Walter and Myrtle Coker, with whom he lived; two brothers, Randy Dale Coker and Walter R. Coker, both of Dover; his maternal grandparents, Harry Morgan of Dover and Francis Wilson of Dover; and his maternal step-grandmother, Henrietta Morgan of Dover.

Services will be Friday in the Immanuel Union United Methodist Church, in Cheswold. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Arrangements by Torbert Funeral Chapel, Dover.


Sarah J. Coker  1881-1957

In Cheswold, Del. on December 15, 1957, Sarah J. Coker, sister of Amanda Carney, Robert Coker of Cheswold and Caroline Jackson of Wilmington, age 76 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at Immanuel Union Methodist Church, Cheswold, Del on Thursday afternoon, December 19 at 1 o'clock. Interment at adjoining cemetary. Friends may call at the Howard C. Stevenson Funeral Chapel on Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 pm.


Sue Ann Coker1948-2009
27 Oct 2009  

Sue Ann Coker passed away Friday, Oct. 23, 2009, in the Milford Delaware Hospice Center. She was 61. Sue was born Aug. 4, 1948, to the late Corinne and Laurin Seaman Sr.

She was preceded in death by her husband Charles G. Coker Sr. They were married 32 years. She is survived by her sons, William and wife Dawn Beasley, Johnny and wife Sissy Seaman; stepdaughters, Denise and husband Ronald Pritchett, and Donna Miller; stepson, Charles and wife Denise Coker Jr.; seven grandchildren, two of which she raised, Cindy Hurtt, and Dustin Beasely; nine stepgrandchildren, and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; and brothers, Ronald and wife wilma Seaman Sr., and Laurin and wife Patty Seaman Sr. A special thanks to Milford Hospice center for taking such good care of Sue in her Last moments.

Memorial services will be held at convenience of family. Burial will be private. Services entrusted to Young & McPherson Seaford.

Walter Coker  1934-2012
June 27, 1934 - September 13, 2012

Walter Coker of Dover died Thursday September 13, 2012 at the Delaware Hospice Center, Milford. He was 78. Mr. Coker was born June 27, 1934 in Dover, Delaware to the late Alonzo Coker and Rebecca Carney Coker.

He was a self employed masonry contractor. After his retirement he became an avid hobbyist starting with cabinetry then fine wood working and making handmade urns. He was a member of the First State Wood Turners Club. Mr. Coker enjoyed Phillies and Eagles, gardening. He also enjoyed flying small planes and RC boats.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Myrtle Morgan Coker, son Ronald G. Coker, and grandson Randy Coker, Jr. He is survived by sons, Walter “Robby” Coker and wife Linda of Clayton, and Randy Dale Coker and girlfriend DeeAnn Wicks of Dover; grandsons Anthony Ryan Coker, Brandon R. Coker, granddaughter Katy L. Coker; great-grandchildren Aubrey and Anthony Coker.

Funeral services will be held 11 am Thursday September 20, 2012 at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Road (Rt. 10), Dover. Friends may call one hour prior. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriot’s Way, Milford, DE 19963 or Trinity Wesleyan Church, 1564 S. State St., Dover, DE 19901. Visitation Thursday September 20, 2012, 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Torbert Funeral Chapel Memorial Services Thursday September 20, 2012, 11:00 am - 11:30 am at Torbert Funeral Chapel.

 

 

 

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