Excerpt from a children's book called No
Matter What by Debi Gilori. A fox called
Small ends the book with these words:
Small said "What about when we are dead
and gone,
will you love me then, does love go on?"
Large held Small snug as they looked at the
night
at the moon and the stars shining bright.
"Small, look at the stars, how they shine
and glow,
some of the stars died a long time ago.
Still they shine in the evening skies,
for you see Small, love like the starlight
never dies...."
Recent Obituaries:Jean Carter Toom
Obituary
 Jean
Carter ToombsAGE: 78 � Wilmington, Del. Jean Carter Toombs passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at her home in Wilmington having struggled with cancer for several years. A native of West Virginia, she came to Wilmington in 1964. A graduate of Marshall University in West Virginia and Wilmington University, she was a woman of many interests and talents ranging from teaching, to the study of the fine arts and foods, to Keeshond dogs. She had been a teacher of Home Economics and English at Brandywine High School, retiring in 1995. While at Brandywine, she was known and loved for the Chefs program which she designed and taught. Upon retiring from Brandywine, she became an adjunct professor at Wilmington University from 1995 to 2014, where she taught two innovative Foods courses which she created and also various English and Literature courses. She was also an English instructor at Delaware Technical Community College in Wilmington. A lover of the fine arts, she served as a docent at Nemours Mansion from 1998 to 2014. In addition she enjoyed the theater, the Delaware Symphony concerts, and the Metropolitan Opera performances. Her Keeshond dogs were her great passion, and she had been an officer and active member of the Keeshond Club of Delaware Valley. She was also a long-time mentor to many of her thousands of students over the past 50 years and will be greatly missed by her many friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 11:00 am at the CHANDLER FUNERAL HOME, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803 where friends may visit from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Gifts in her memory can be sent to the Delaware Humane Association, 701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 or Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497.
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Jeffrey W. OttMarch 30, 1949 - June 20, 2014
Harry Starck Pyle died peacefully Monday, March 11, 2013 at the age of 63, after a valiant battle with cancer.
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Harry Starck Pyle died peacefully Monday, March 11, 2013 at the age of 63, after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born in Virginia on July 7, 1949 to Lucille and George Pyle (deceased). Early in life he developed an interest in everything electronic, building Ham Radio rigs in his parents' basement and excelling in Morse code to such an extent that he was awarded a lifetime membership by the American Radio Relay League (K4DPW), an interest that continued throughout his life. In high school and college this interest in electronics lead him into computer science and directed him to early computer related summer jobs with Frederick Electronics and then Datapoint (then Computer Terminal Corporation) and his mentor Vic Poor. He joined Datapoint following college to work in early personal computer development resulting in several new desktop computers (2200, 5500, 6600), their operating systems, compilers, and contributed heavily to industry's first commercial microprocessor - the Intel 8008 - which is the ancestor of processors used in all today's PCs. He was at the core of the development of the first commercial local area network - ARCnet - and went on to lead the development of the RMS Network-based Operating System, wrote new developments tools such as the much loved and artful source code editor EASL, and led the hardware design efforts for first-in-kind microprocessor based mini-mainframes. He worked at Image Data from 1985 to 1996 on the early development of remote video communication technology to aid in emergency reading of radiographs by physicians. The move to the Pacific Northwest in 1996 was motivated by a project for controlling the infrastructure of the Gates' Estate in Medina Washington for which Harry drove the development of the user interface. He joined Microsoft in 1999 as a software engineer, again pursuing his interest in communications and media. New developments in physics, electronics, computers, software, and media communication technology never failed to fascinate and inspire him. He was awarded many patents for his inventions throughout his professional career. Running, and later bicycling, was Harry's meditation and a creative source. He looked forward to riding in any weather, all terrains, and at any time of day. He is survived by his wife Fiona, children Colin and Jillian, and sister Marna (William), who will greatly miss the best husband, father, and brother. We will ride for you. There will be an open house to celebrate Harry's life and accomplishments on Saturday April 6, 2013 from 1:00PM to 4:00PM. For more information on this, you may email celebrateharry@gmail.com.
Published in Express-News on Mar. 24, 2013
Susan H. "Su" Burke
Obituary
 Susan "Su" Haworth Burke, 63, of Finksburg, died Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at home. Born Sept. 6, 1949, in Philadelphia, Pa., she was the daughter of Joan E. Haworth, of Palm Coast, Fla., and the late Burton C. Haworth. She was the wife of William E. Burke. She graduated from the University of Maryland with two Bachelor of Arts degrees and worked toward a master's degree in Montessori studies at Goucher University. She was a Montessori school teacher for more than 20 years, produced sculptures for the Rice Museum in the Carolinas and worked for Litton Bionetics on studies in conjunction with NIH and NCI grants. She held state and federal wildlife rehab permits and was a member of the Maryland State Police Crime Scene Search Team. She enjoyed spending time with her husband, family and friends. She also enjoyed reading; art; gardening; animals; traveling; trying new foods, which included eating live termites in Guatemala; exploring; trying to learn a new language; teaching; not following recipes; kayaking; horseback riding; landscape design; and being "Ethel." She embraced life positively. Surviving, in addition to her husband and mother, are sisters Linda Haworth, of Palm Coast, Fla., Janie Haworth, of Lebanon, Pa.; son Brad Smith and wife Katie, of Gaithersburg; daughter Holly Jones, of Seattle; stepson William C. Burke, of Finksburg; stepdaughters Pamela Rager and husband David, of Hagerstown, and Stephanie Burke, of Hagerstown; sister-in-law Karen Haworth, of Milton, Fla.; niece Stacey Haworth, U.S. Marine Corps, presently stationed in Afghanistan; nephew Brian Haworth, U.S. Navy, presently stationed in Oklahoma; numerous cousins; and close family friend Cheryl Phillips, of Wilmington, Del. She was predeceased by a brother, Major Daniel S. Haworth, helicopter pilot in the Marine Corps, who was lost in action in the Persian Gulf in 1987 and gave his life so his crew members could survive. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Navy Commendation Medal. The family will receive friends 11 a.m. Saturday until the noon Celebration of Life service at Fletcher Funeral & Cremation Services, 254 E. Main Street, Westminster. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carroll Hospice, 292 Stoner Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157; the ; or the adoption of a homeless cat or dog. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fletcherfuneralHome.net. Sign this guest book online at www.carrollcountytimes.com.
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Jamestown, RI - Dwight S. Smith, 60, of
87 Intrepid Lane, Jamestown, RI, died at home Friday, November 20, 2009,
after a determined and dignified battle with cancer. He was the husband
of Judith (Hortman) Smith. Born in Montclair, NJ on May 30, 1949, Dwight was the son of Audrey (Hawthorne) Smith of Soamesville, Maine and the late F. Stoddart Smith. In addition to his wife and mother, Dwight leaves his daughters, Jana Magarian, and her husband, Christopher, of Jamestown and Lauren Melucci and her husband David of Warwick, RI. "Grandad" will be greatly missed by his beloved grandchildren, Callum, Audrey, and Katherine Magarian and Stella and Zoe Melucci. Dwight is survived by his two brothers Phillip Smith and Mark Smith, both of whom reside in Maine, and his father and mother-in-law, William and Barbara Hortman of South Carolina. Dwight was raised in Delaware and received his Bachelor of Arts at the University of Maine, and subsequently his Masters Degree from Rhode Island College. Dwight, an art educator in the Portsmouth School Department for 34 years, dynamically mentored the creative lives of schoolchildren of all ages. Having taught at the Portsmouth Middle School and Portsmouth Elementary Schools, Dwight finished an exemplary teaching career at Portsmouth High School as chairperson of the Fine Arts Department. In his retirement, Dwight continued to have a substantial impact on the art community. He was the cartoonist for the Jamestown Press, an active member of the Conanicut Island Art Association and a frequent exhibitor at galleries and in the area. Most recently, Dwight launched a new career as the lead designer for Hypnartic Artwork, a company that produces kinetic garden sculpture. His commitment to the arts included a long tenure in the Boys and Men's Choir of Emmanuel Church and an ongoing interest in the beauty of his natural surroundings. In addition to an enthusiasm for travel, Dwight was an avid tennis player and golfer. A memorial service to celebrate Dwight's life will be held on Wednesday, November 25 in the Memorial Funeral Home at 375 Broadway in Newport, RI. Calling hours will be held in the funeral home from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm. A service will follow immediately thereafter. Please omit flowers, and make a contribution to the Brian Walpin Gastrointestinal Clinical Research Fund, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Division of Development & The Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline MA US 02445. |
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Forrest Leroy Guth Age 88, of Hockessin, DE, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 9, 2009, at Cokesbury Village. He was born in 1921 in Lehigh County, PA to the late John H. R. and Mayme L. Guth. Upon graduation from high school, Forrest went to work at Bethlehem Steel making armor plate for the Navy. In July 1942, he and two of his buddies decided to enlist in the U.S. Army and volunteer for the paratroops. In doing so, Forrest became one of 140 men who formed the original 'Easy Company' of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne. He served his country as part of the renowned "Band of Brothers" throughout World War II. Upon his return from the War, Forrest received a college education at Millersville State Teachers College; then began his teaching career in Norfolk, VA, teaching industrial arts at Granby High School. It was then that he met and married the love of his life, Harriet Ann Amis. The two spent a year in New York City, where Forrest received a Masters Degree in Education. The couple then moved to Wilmington, DE where Forrest taught high school for more than thirty years, including the last 20 years at Brandywine High School. Forrest was a master cabinet maker; he continued his specialty woodworking business throughout his life. Forrest was an active Westminster Presbyterian Church member for 58 years. He served as a member of the Board of Trustees, led numerous work groups to the Appalachia area of Tennessee, was responsible for the church's audio equipment and volunteered to take care of all miscellaneous repairs and custom woodwork. After moving with his wife from Wilmington to Hockessin in 1997, Forrest continued to volunteer his time and energy serving on numerous committees at Cokesbury Village in addition to his church responsibilities. He also continued and expanded his hobbies, including woodworking, bird carving and automotive restoration. Forrest enjoyed summers in the Poconos with his family and friends, as well as boating, traveling and sharing with people of all ages his experiences and memories of the war. He regularly volunteered by visiting hospitals, schools and military bases in the United States, Europe and the Middle East. Forrest is a Hero - both to his family and his country. He and his wife were married for 60 years, and had 2 children - Nancy Serfass, from Todos Santos, Baha California Sur, Mexico and her husband Tom Carroll, and John Guth who resides in Annapolis, MD with his wife Cynthia. Forrest also had two granddaughters, Ltd. Stacy Guth, a naval flight officer currently stationed in Monterey, CA and Jamie Guth, an art director for an advertising firm, living in Satellite Beach, Fl. He is also survived by a sister, Helen Guth Snyder, of Arvada, CO. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, August 15, at 11 am, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1502 West 13th Street, Wilmington, DE 19806. The burial service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA at 3 PM on Friday, October 30, 2009. In lieu of flowers, a contribution in Forrest's name may be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by CHANDLER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY www.chandlerfuneralhome.com (302) 478-7100 [published 08/13/2009] |
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ERNEST HARTLAND (Sent in by Alan Jewett 2.3.09) Ernest C.
Hartland, Jr., 59, a proud son of the State of Delaware, died Sunday,
November 3, 2008 in
Ernie graduated from Brandywine High School and attended the University of Delaware where he was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity and President of the Inter-Fraternity Council, Graduating Phi Beta Kappa. Ernie served in the United States Army for 4 years as a highly decorated officer of the Viet Nam War. He worked for the DuPont Company and Berg Electronics for many years. An expert skier and multi-lingual world traveler, his favorite pastime was spending glorious sun-filled days on the beaches of San Diego, CA. Ernie was
preceded in death by his adored parents, Ernest and Agnes Hartland of
Wilmington. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Piper Hartland*
An avid animal lover, Ernie requested donations be made in his memory to the Delaware Humane Association, 701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. Funeral arrangements were handled by Falconer Funeral Home, Gilbert, AZ (480-892-9411). [published 02/01/2009] *Mary Lou Piper is a 1967 BHS Graduate |
George Wayne Staib
(December 8, 1948 - November 4, 2008)
George Wayne Staib, 59, of Wilmington, passed away on November 4, 2008. Born in Wilmington, he was the son of Ruth Plowman (nee Magness) and the late John George Staib. Mr. Staib was a veteran of the United States Navy serving his country honorably in Vietnam. He owned and operated D&S Builders, Inc having started with Magness Construction Co.
In addition to his mother he is survived by his step mother: Clara �Butch� Staib; sons: David Wayne and wife Christina and Jason Wade and wife Joanna; grandchildren: Peyton, Logan, Jackson, Benjamin and Emma; siblings: Carolyn, Margaret, Theresa, Patrick and Daniel and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother: John Gray.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at 10:30 on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at Beeson Funeral Home of Newark, 2053 Pulaski Hwy, (Fox Run) Newark DE. Eulogies will follow at 11:00. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to: VA Volunteer Svcs. Fund, 1601 Kirkwood Hwy., Wilmington DE 19805.
Online condolences may be made at: www.griecofuneralhomes.com Beeson Funeral Home of Newark �A Grieco Family Funeral Home�
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It is with a heavy heart I convey the news of the death of a Class of �67
member; Mike Solomon. (Mike passed May 24th, 2008). Mike,
fortunately, attended the 40th last Oct. he even gave me a
musical CD of songs of the era. (I can make it available to you if
interested). Mike was buried in the Jewish Community (Lombardy) Cemetery on
Foulk Rd (near the access road to 202-directly across from Blue Ball Barn)
and, as a Vietnam Viet received full military honors. I�m reminded of the
Tom Joad line from The Grapes of Wrath; �Well, maybe it's like
Casy says. A fella ain't got a soul of his own, just a little piece of a big
soul - the one big soul that belongs to ever'body�. Mike belonged to the
collective soul of the Class of 1967. He will be missed. (I've posted a
section on the
Message
Board for anyone
to leave their comments/memories about Mike). Mike's obit can be read
on the In Memoriam page.Respectfully, Kevin Donohue
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Classmate and all around great guy, John C. Schwind III has passed (2.12.08) after a long bout with cancer. More
(Pls note; A special "baseball flower arrangement" on behalf of the Class of '67 was sent to the Schwind family by committee member Pat Walker Fox). The following note was sent me recently by John's wife:
"Dear Kevin,
I am sorry to be so long contacting you, but want to let you know how much everything you and the Class of '67 did for John meant to us both. We were looking forward to the reunion and John was very disappointed when he was not able to attend. He loved the packet you sent from the reunion - he was really touched that you would go out of your way to do that.
Over the last couple of years, he enjoyed keeping in touch by email with several of his classmates. He would have loved the large basket that the Class sent to his funeral. The beautiful blue & white mums and the ever-so-cute Bulldog!! Very cleaver!!!
I hope you will pass this on to all involved - we received so many nice notes from classmates all over the country expressing sympathy and telling stories about John. Thanks to all for the support and thoughtfulness!!
Sincerely,
Linda Schwind"
Comments from John Schwind's friends-no longer available on funeral home online obit commentary, permission granted from Linda Schwind - Click here
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John Oberly has passed - 5.22.07. Class of ' 67 Bob Nichols has passed 12/31/06. Class of '68 Becky Benge has passed (11/16/06). John Brian Hitchcock (12.25.05). A sad day, classmate, good friend and '66/'67 Blue Hen (Delaware State) Conference Wrestling Champ; Jack Klingerman
has passed-3/15/05.
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Laura Ellen Poe Age 55 of Chesapeake City, MD died Friday, January 9, 2004, at home. Service 2 pm Sunday, January 18, 2004 at the GEE FUNERAL HOME, 259 E. Main St., Elkton, MD. Friends may call Sunday at 1:30.
Published in The News Journal on Jan. 15, 2004
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Jim Andrews-Teacher
Bob Barto-Teacher
Marcia Baumeister Sutton
Roger Barrentine
Allan Bjornson
Steve Brodie
Priscilla Bryant-Teacher
Joanne Campbell
Elmer Cunningham
Bill Crum
Jack Curran-Teacher
Nelson Daly
Mike Durham
Sue Gilpin
Sue Gregg-Teacher
Richard T. Gumpert Sr.
Teacher
And even in our sleep pain that cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart, and in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom to us by the awful grace of God. Aeschylus
�Better by far you should forget and smile Than that you should remember and be sad� Christina Rossetti
"To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under the heaven" Ecclesiastes
"The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop, at late or early hour. Now is the only time you own. Live, love, toil with a will. Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still."
Sue
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Karla Kamphaus Debord
Kevin Hanrahan
Suzy Milam
Larry Proksch
Wiliam J. Meyers-Teacher (German)
Bill Miller-Teacher
Terry Mullaney
Travis Nieland
Ruth Norman-Teacher
Laura
Poe
Gary Pierce
Harry
Pyle
Robert Regensberg
Jim Snyder-Teacher
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