D. NORRIS GIVENS SR.
D. Norris Givens Sr., 81, of Bridgeville, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2009.
Funeral services and burial were private.
Arrangements made by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Bridgeville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be sent to: condolences@parsellfuneralhomes.com
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NAN KELLER MAKOWSKI
Nan Keller Makowski, of Seaford, died on Sunday, March 29, 2009 at home surrounded by her loving family at age 79 of Parkinson’s.
Born in Cressona, Pa. on August 6, 1929, she was the daughter of the late George R. Keller and Blanche Mcllwain Keller. She was a graduate of Southern High School of Baltimore, Md. in 1947 and worked four years at Baltimore Gas and Electric Company while her husband was attending Western Maryland College under the G.I. Bill. She lived in Pennsylvania and Maryland before coming to Seaford in February, 1952 and was a devoted homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother.
Makowski was a charter member of Christ Lutheran Church, taught Sunday school, served on various church committees, and was a member of the LWML organization. She was a Cub Scout leader and worked in the Nanticoke Little League concession stand for years and made braided rugs, caned chars, and cross-stitched in her spare time. She had a lifelong interest in collecting and refinishing antiques, collected Fiesta, and was an avid reader of many books. She was a world traveler and especially enjoyed touring Russia and China. She took several cross-country motorcycle trips with her son, Tom over the years. Around Seaford she was known for her love of bicycle riding.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Robert G. Keller, Captain U. S. Navy.
She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Ernest J. Makowski of Seaford; her sons, Michael A. Makowski and his wife, Traci of Millsboro, and Thomas E. Makowski and his wife, Patricia A. Gallagher of Winchester, ID; her grandsons, Jeremy and Jesse Makowski, also of Millsboro; her brother, Karl E. Keller and his wife, Mary Alice of Forest Hill, Md.; her sister-in-law, Mary Belle Keller-Craw of Davidson, NC; and many nieces and nephews whom she loved very much.
Funeral services were held on Friday, April 3, at Christ Lutheran Church, Seaford.
Interment at Delaware Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Christ Lutheran Church, 315 Shipley St, Seaford, DE 19973 or Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
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DANIEL ROBERT “BOB” HASTINGS
Daniel Robert “Bob” Hastings, 83, of Lewes died Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Bayhealth @ Milford Memorial Hospital.
He was born in Milton, the son of the late J. Harry and Caddie (Marvel) Hastings. He was a farmer and was also a brick mason for George Chapel. He was a member of Whites Chapel Church, the United Methodist Men and the Gideon’s. He enjoyed gardening.
Hastings is survived by his wife of 62 years, Sarah Clifton Hastings; a daughter, Kathleen Panuska, grandchildren, Traci and Bart Goldberg of Millsboro; and step granddaughter, Megan Panuska of Wilmington; two nieces, Betty Chapel of Lewes, Betty Jane Eiseman and her husband Rick of Rehoboth; and two nephews, Jimmy Hastings and his wife Teresa of Lewes and Keith Hastings and his wife Terri of Georgetown.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, April 4, in the chapel of Short Funeral Services, Milton.
Interment in Whites Chapel Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963 or Tunnell Cancer Center, 424 Savannah Rd., Lewes, DE 19958.
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JOSEPH FRANCIS FINOCCHIARO
Joseph Francis Finocchiaro, 67, of Millsboro, passed away on April 2, 2009.
Services and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Delaware Hospice Center 100 Patriots Way Milford, Delaware 19963
Letters of condolence may be emailed via www.watsonfh.com
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BETTY J. WEST
Betty J. West, 79, of Millsboro, passed away on April 2, 2009.
She was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Helen Baker Joseph.
Her interests revolved all around her family, which was her main concern. She enjoyed mystery shows, crossword puzzles. She adored her family, which was her entire world. She loved watching deer, and her gardens and rosebushes. She was deeply loved by her family, and will be greatly missed.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clifford in 2003; and a brother, Lawrence Joseph.
West is survived by one son, Steven West and his wife Theresa of Georgetown; two daughters, Lutitia West of Millsboro and Sandra Beatty of Laurel; a sister, Joyce West of Bridgeville; two grandchildren, Cody and Shelby; and many close friends and extended family. She is also survived by her feline friend, “Maggie.”
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, April 7, at Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro.
Rev. Kenny Dodd officiated.
Letter of condolence may be emailed via www.watsonfh.com.
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