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Mitchell, Shane
Shane Mitchell, age 53 of Millsboro, Delaware passed away on October 24, 2010 at his residence. Shane was a retired supervisor with 17 years of service for Venture Milling Co. in Seaford, Delaware. He graduated from Sussex Central and VoTech in 1975. He was a Civil War and History Buff, 49ers fan, enjoyed golfing, and Thanksgiving with his family. He collected coins, and was a horseshoe and dart Champion. Shane enjoyed traveling especially Alaska. He was a "Professional Pop-Pop". His father, James T. Mitchell in 2003, precedes him in death. He is survived by his wife, Jean E. Mitchell, mother, Ann Long of Millsboro, Delaware, three children; Sara D. Brown and husband Myron of Millsboro, Delaware, Phyllis "Pebbles" Hall and husband Darnell of Georgetown, Delaware, Kimberly Ann Anderson and husband Brent of Exton, Pa. one sister; Trudy Lorraine Cordrey and husband Joe of Bishopville Maryland, three brothers; Parris D Mitchell and wife Donna of Selbyville, Delaware, James T. Mitchell Jr. and wife Ellen of Millsboro, Delaware, Peter Sheldon and wife Mona of Millsboro, Delaware, 4 grandchildren; Mitch, Kaiya, Gabe "Shane-Man", and Kade, his beloved dog Mac, and numerous nieces and nephews, and extended family that he cared for very much. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington Street, Millsboro, Delaware where friends may call from 9-11. Rev Robert Hudson will officiate. Interment will be in Mariners Bethel Cemetery, Ocean View, Delaware. Arrangements By Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, Delaware.
James Tyrone "Tee" Norwood
"Tidewater Laughing Wolf"
Former Chief of the Nanticoke Indian Tribe
October 23, 1941 - October 22, 2010
After a short, but courageous battle with osteo-sarcoma, a rare bone cancer, Tee passed quietly at home surrounded by family and friends.
Tee is survived by Jean, his wife of 42 years. He is also survived by his mother, Janie B. Norwood, his three sisters, Janice B. Davis, Marlene A. Pritchett, and Leolga T. Wright (Dallas), mother-in-law Jean B. Johnson, all of Millsboro, DE, three brothers-in-law, E. Duane Johnson (Doris) of Millsboro, DE, Everett A. Johnson, Jr. (Ivy) of Germantown, MD, and Elmer C. Johnson, of Louisville, KY, a special brother and friend, Bobby Norwood, and friend Ragghi, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and friends.
Tee was preceded by his father, Richard L. Norwood in 1996, sister, Vianna I. "Sweetie" Mosley in 1983, and brother, Frederick L. "Bozzie" Norwood in 2010.
Tee grew up and became a member of Indian Mission UMC. He served as Administrative Council Chairperson and Trustee.
Tee attended Warwick School 225, Millsboro, DE for 6 years. He attended and graduated from Nanticoke Indian Elementary School, Millsboro, DE, and William C. Jason High School, Georgetown, DE, Class of 1959. Tee learned auto mechanics while attending school, and found his first job working, as an auto mechanic for H. C. Burton, Jr. Trucking Company in Millsboro, DE for several years.
Tee was drafted into the US Army December 1963, and sent to Fort Jackson, South Carolina for basic training. Tee was discharged October 1965 from 549 MP Company at the Panama Canal Zone, Fort Davis.
Tee found his princess, Jean A. Johnson. They united in holy matrimony on January 13, 1968, at Indian Mission Methodist Church, Millsboro, Delaware.
"Tidewater Laughing Wolf" was a devoted member of the Nanticoke Indian Association. He was an elected Chief of the Nanticoke Tribe from June 2002 to July 2008. He loved and supported the eldest to the youngest. With dignity Chief Tee committed his whole heart, soul, and body to serving his Nanticoke community. Under his leadership he was able to establish the spirit of unity with other tribes, renew a working relationship with the community, county, and state officials. Affiliations were established with various grant resources. T he NIA Scholarship fund was established for the higher education of the Nanticoke young people. He encouraged, supported and accompanied the NDN Stix Chix (dance troupe). He was instrumental in overseeing the refurbishing of the Nanticoke Indian Center and improvements to the Nanticoke Indian Museum. He was able to obtain approval from the State of Delaware to transfer ownership of the Nanticoke Indian Center to the Nanticoke Tribe. Family Classes on the history, as well as, courses in the Nanticoke language were conducted under his tenure, with each participating family receiving an assortment of books on Eastern Native American History. In 2004 Tee was featured in the magazine "National Museum of the American Indian" as he celebrated the grand opening of the Museum in Washington, DC. He has also been featured in articles of local news media. In 2007 Chief Tee traveled extensively to celebrate and re-enact some of the activities that the Nanticoke experienced with Captain John Smith in 1608. A permanent obelisk was dedicated by Senator Tom Carper at Phillips Landing near Laurel, DE. His crowning achievement was helping acquire 16 acres of wooded land adjacent to the site where the tribe's powwow is held each year.
Tee was an employee at Collins & Ryan Gas Co. for 11 years in the stockroom of the Parts and Inventory Department. On occasion he drove the transport truck to Delaware City, DE, and Glassboro, NJ. November, 1971 Tee was employed by the Diamond State Telephone Company as an installer. The company later became Bell Atlantic and eventually Verizon. Tee drove his 1951 Chevrolet pickup "The Possum" to work the first day and his last day in September, 2001, when he retired after 30 years.
Tee became a member of the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company. He served as a President, Secretary, and Treasurer, at various times throughout his 40 years of volunteer service. On October 17, 2010 Tee was honored to become the first President Emeritus of the IRVFC.
Tee was a member of the American Motorcycle Association, the Delmarva H.O.G, and the Delmarva Retreads bikers clubs, the Tuckahoe Steam and Gas Association, the Eastern Shore Threshermen Association, the First State Tractors Association, the VFW 10638, and the American Legion Post 28.
Among many things Tee enjoyed life and people, which included family, friends and community. He met no strangers. Along with his bib overalls, Tee always wore a smile and a cheery "Hello". Tee's hobbies were riding his Harley, traveling on vacation and to Powwows in his motor home. He grew up farming and continued until June, 2010. He planted his garden, and plowed friends and neighbor's gardens.
Services will be held as follows: On Friday October 29, 2010 the formal Viewing 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at Watson Funeral Home, 211 Washington Street, Millsboro, DE 19966. However the funeral home will be open all day Friday, to receive those unable to attend in the evening. Saturday October 30, 2010 Viewing 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Service 1:00 p.m. at Long Neck United Methodist Church, 32051 Long Neck Road, Millsboro, DE 19966. In lieu of flowers, (per Tee's request) memorial donations may be made to the Nanticoke Indian Association Scholarship Fund, c/o Bonnie Hall, 27073 John J. Williams Highway, Millsboro, Delaware 19966.
Messick, Jacob W. "Bud"
Jacob W. "Bud" Messick, 66, of Dagsboro, Delaware passed away on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, Delaware. He was born on September 3, 1943 in Georgetown, Delaware to the late Carroll and Alice Willey Messick.
Mr. Messick worked for Coastal Supply for 29 years. Bud was a hard working man dedicated to his family and friends; he was a "home boy" that liked to watch TV and was a very good cook.
Bud is survived by his wife of 43 years Brenda Lathbury Messick, his sister Aline of Virginia, many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, friends, and his close special friends, Joe & Jamie Kollock, Mark Phillips, Robert Carter, Chuck Reynolds, and his feline friend "Britches".
He was preceded in death by a sister Darthis in addition to his parents.
Services will be 11 AM, Thursday, June 24th at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S Washington Street, Millsboro, Delaware where friends may call at 10 AM. Pastor Rob Welch of Blackwater Fellowship Church will officiate the service. Interment will follow at the Millsboro Cemetery.
Wootten, Sarah H.
Sarah H. Wootten age 86, of Millsboro, Delaware passed away on August 13, 2010 at Atlantic Shores Nursing and Rehabilitation, in Millsboro. Sarah was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved her dog Heidi. She is preceded in death by her parents; Otis &: Francis Thomas Hitchens, her husband Ralph J. Wootten and brother William Hitchens. She is survived by her children; Shirley Baker and Husband Bill of Greenwood, De., Ralph James Sr. and wife Cynthia, of Millsboro, Delaware, William, of Harrington, Delaware, Robert and wife Elda, of Dover, Delaware, Gerald of Millsboro, Delaware, and Barbara Truitt and husband Larry of Salisbury, Maryland, James Elisha and wife Edie of Seaford, De., 16, grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her special friends Walt Bratten also survive her. The family would like to thank her caregivers and friends, Kelly, and Jeremy and all the staff of Atlantic Shores. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday August 16, 2010 at 2:00 PM at Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St. Millsboro, Delaware where friends may call 1 hour prior. Pastor Wayne Parsons will officiate. Interment will be in Carey's Cemetery Millsboro, Delaware. Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, Delaware.
Cochran, Robert Allen
Robert Allen Cochran, 48, of Delmar, Delaware passed away on Friday, June 18, 2010 at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford, Delaware. Mr. Cochran was born on May 25, 1962 in Summers Point, New Jersey.
He was a disaster cleanup technician with Royal Plus. Robert was a former member of the Littlestown Alpha Fire Company and Ambulance Corps; he was very devoted to his wife and children, and turned from a city boy to a country boy for them. He loved football and baseball, and he volunteered for any sports that his kids took on. “He was simply our hero”.
Robert is survived by his wife Cindy L. Baker Cochran, two sons, Isaiah and Khalil of Delmar, three daughters, Britney, Eleni, and Kayla of Delmar, mother, Faye Daley Cochran, mother in law, Lillie Baker, sister in law Suzie Baker, nieces and nephews, Jada, Jordan, Kayla, and Camden, and is also survived by extended family, friends, and co-workers. He was preceded in death by his father Charles E. Cochran.
Services will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 24th at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington Street, Millsboro, Delaware where friends may call one hour prior. Pastor Richard Rogers will officiate. Interment in the Line Cemetery, Whitesville, Delaware.
The family requests contributions to help offset medical and funeral expenses in care of the Cochran’s, PO BOX 321, Littlestown, PA 17340
Bullock Jr., Edward
Edward Bullock Jr., of Millsboro, DE departed this life on October 20, 2010 at the age of 68 at home.
Edward was born April 2, 1942, to the late Edward and Naomi Bullock in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Edward came to Delaware in 1967 with his family where he worked at Townsend's for many years. Edward lived his life to the fullest, never worrying about what tomorrow brings. He is survived by his Brothers & Sisters: Mildred Bullock of Millsboro, Delaware, Calvin Bullock of Florida Robert Bullock, Ronnie Bullock, Lillie Bullock, Gloria Smiley, Shirley Barker, all of Millsboro, Delaware, Jesse Bullock of Laurel, Delaware, Willie Bullock of Greenwood, Delaware, and Tyrone Bullock of Bridgeville, Delaware. Many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews that love and will miss him very much also survive him. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at Watson Funeral Home 211 South Washington Street, Millsboro, Delaware at 1:00 P.M., where friends may call 1 hour prior. Interment will be private. Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, Delaware.
Atkins, Edith May
Edith May Atkins, 94, of Dagsboro, Delaware passed away on Saturday, June, 19, 2010 at her home. Mrs. Atkins was born on May 17, 1916 in Millsboro, Delaware to the late Joseph and Alice Simpson Moore.
She was a charge attendant at Stockley Center retiring after many years of service. Mrs. Atkins loved gardening and was an excellent cook.
She is survived by her son Robert Norvel Atkins and wife Dianna of Millsboro, her three daughters Alice Mae Rowe and husband Donald of Millsboro, Elizabeth Ann Hall and husband Leon of Millsboro, and Mary Louise Mitchell of Long Neck, five grandchildren Mary Carol, Lisa, Glenn, Holly, and Lori, five great grandchildren Brian, Carrie, Lianne, Samantha, and Colby, four great great grandchildren Morgan, Maddelyn, Logan, and Natalie, and numerous extended family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Norvel John Atkins in 1983, three brothers, and four sisters.
Services will be 11:30 AM, Tuesday, June 22nd at the Millsboro Cemetery, State Street, Millsboro, Delaware. Rev. Betty Jo Magee will officiate the service.
Flowers are welcomed or donations to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Lane, Milford, DE 19963
Jarmon, Carlton M.
Carlton M. Jarmon, age 78 of Selbyville, Delaware passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2010 at Beebe Medical Center Lewes, Delaware. Carlton had been a life long truck driver with many friends in the industry. He always had a great sense of humor. Carlton always kept an immaculate car. He was born in Williamsville, Delaware to the late Fred and Ida Whaley Jarmon. His wife of 59 years, Lillian Allen Jarmon of Selbyville, Delaware, Son Steve Edward Jarmon and wife Rosalyn of Salisbury, Maryland, Daughters, Jeanette McMillon and husband Robert of Frankford, Delaware, Michelle Harvey; and husband Kenny of Tallahassee, Florida, and Brenda Lee Jarmon of Tallahassee, Florida survive him. He is also survived by a brother Pearlis Jarmon of Millsboro, Delaware, sister Charlotte Mitchell of Wilmington, Delaware, and 8 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. A sister Reba Massey, 3 brothers, Floyd, Gardner, and Lester predeceases him. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, March 15, 2010, at 1:00 PM at Watson Funeral Home 211 S. Washington St. Millsboro, Delaware where friends may call 1 hour prior. Interment will be in St. Paul's Cemetery, Berlin, Maryland. Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, Delaware.
