Jessie Barbara Chase
Aug 22, 2026
Jessie Barbara Chase was born on August 26, 1940, in Vienna, Maryland, to the late Robert F. Chase, Sr. and Missouri H. Chase. She was a proud member of the Mace’s Lane High School Class of 1958, graduating from Dorchester County’s segregated public high school for African American students during that era.
Jessie later made Columbia, Maryland her home for many...
George Alfred Dutton Jr.
Aug 8, 2026
George Alfred Dutton, Jr., 80, peacefully transitioned from this life to eternity on August 8, 2026, in Salisbury, Maryland. He was born on December 15, 1945, to the late George Alfred Dutton, Sr., and Mary Francis Dutton. He was lovingly raised by his grandparents, Dora and Clifford Trader, who played an important role in shaping his early years and the...
Martha Landora Truitt
Aug 4, 2026
Martha Landora Smiley-Truitt, affectionately known as “Dollbaby,” was born on September 8, 1952, in Salisbury, Maryland, to the late Pearl E. Smiley and Harry Smullen. On August 4, 2026, Martha peacefully entered eternal rest, surrounded by her loving family.
Martha received her education through the Wicomico County Public School System, and began her Christian journey at Zion United Methodist Church in...
Brenda Ophelia Dennis
Aug 1, 2026
Brenda Ophelia Dennis, beloved daughter of the late Alfred Dennis and the late Gwendolyn Olivia Dennis, was born on November 20, 1945, in Salisbury, Maryland. She was a woman of grace, dedication, wisdom, and unwavering love whose life touched countless people throughout her 80 years.
Brenda was educated in the Wicomico County Public School system and proudly received her high school...
Lori Sharrieff (Smith) Brown
Jul 19, 2026
Lori Sharrieff Smith Brown was born on June 2, 1972, in Lewes, Delaware, and departed this life on July 19, 2026.
Sharrieff had a beautiful personality and was loved by all. She was very talented and loved singing, cooking, and making people feel good with her massages. Wherever she went, she made people smile, and she had a beautiful smile of...
Carlton Ralph Tobias
Jul 17, 2026
Carlton R. Tobias, 81, left us on July 17, 2026, with his wife & family by his side. “Toby,” as we all knew him, was born August 29, 1944, in Washington, D.C., to Eddie Galvestor Tobias and Mildred Viola (Young) Tobias. He was the third oldest of thirteen children.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father and five...
Craig Donnie Gaines
Jul 13, 2026
Craig Donnell Gaines affectionately known as Donnie to many, was born July 8, 1960 in Salisbury, MD to the late Phillip and Barbara-Jean Gaines. Donnie was the third of six children. He was proceeded in death by three siblings: Celestine “Tina” Smart, Clarence Gibson and Phillip “Pebbles” Gaines Jr. He is also proceeded in death by his nephew Brandon Kennedy.
After...
Arlene Priest
Jul 3, 2026
Arlene Koss Priest, 97, was born in Danbury, Connecticut on April 17, 1929 and departed this life on July 3, 2026 in Salisbury, Maryland.
She was the daughter of John and Mary Koss who emigrated from Czechoslovakia in the early 1900’s. Arlene was educated in Connecticut, receiving her Bachelor’s degree from New Britain State College and her Master’s degree from Western...
Juanita Diane Briddell
Jul 1, 2026
The Life and Legacy
Juanita Diane Briddell is the second daughter born to Carolyn A. Purnell-Briddell and the late Charles E. Briddell on November 16, 1958, in Salisbury, Maryland. A proud graduate of Stephen Decatur High School, Class of 1976, she pursued cosmetology while in high school and continued her studies after graduation, earning her professional cosmetology license and junior manager...
Randy Lamont Franklin
Jun 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Randy Lamont Franklin
Randy Lamont Franklin (“Bubba”) was a beloved son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend whose vibrant personality, love of fashion, and devotion to his family left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Randy graduated from Glasgow High School in Newark, DE, in 2000. He participated in the U.S. Army JROTC, completing two tours...
Bettie Ann (Wright) Blakely
Jun 13, 2026
Bettie Ann Wright-Blakely departed this life on June 13, 2026, at the age of 83.
She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Nichole Blakely and Brian Blakely; one grandson, Kingston Blakely, all of Salisbury, Maryland; three nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Raymond L. Blakely, who passed away on...
Marlene Relena Felton
Jun 12, 2026
Marlene Relena (Hill) Felton, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, minister, nurse, and community advocate, departed this life on June 12, 2026, at the University of Maryland Medical Center. She was 73 years old.
Born on February 4, 1953, in San Domingo, Wicomico County, Maryland, Marlene lived a life rooted in faith, family, education, and service. She was born to Sylvia “Marva”...
Wanda Mae (Purnell) Downes
Jun 6, 2026
Wanda Mae Purnell Downes, born March 19, 1934, in Salisbury, Maryland, peacefully received her heavenly wings on June 6, 2026. She was the beloved daughter of the late Howard James Purnell and Mary Virginia Birckhead Purnell, and was preceded in death by her sons, Gregory Daniel Downes and Jaenell Otis Downes.
Wanda was a devoted servant of God, known affectionately as...
Florence Virginia Harris
May 30, 2026
Florence “Ms. Flo” Harris
February 5, 1963 – May 30, 2026
Florence Harris, known and loved by many as “Ms. Flo” or simply “Mom,” passed away on May 30, 2026, at the age of 63.
Born on February 5, 1963, in Port Norris, New Jersey, Florence was the beloved daughter of Margaret Jones and Floyd White Sr. She was a loving mother, grandmother,...
Less McCullars Jr.
May 29, 2026
In accordance with the family's wishes, an obituary will not be provided online.
Ingrid Stanley
May 24, 2026
In accordance with the family’s wishes, an obituary will not be provided.
Catherine Grace Purnell
May 21, 2026
“A Life Well Lived"
Catherine Grace Purnell, better known as Grace, was born in Berlin, Maryland, on May 1, 1928. She was the second daughter of Grayson Gaines and Sarah (Nee Mumford) Gaines.
Grace had three sisters—Hattie, Emma, and Sarah—and one brother, Gilbert. Hattie and Gilbert preceded Grace in death.
After graduating as salutatorian of her class, Grace moved to Philadelphia, where she...
Wilbert Wilson
May 19, 2026
Wilbert Willis Wilson Jr., 72, of Salisbury, Maryland, departed this life on May 19, 2026, at his residence. Born on September 14, 1953, in Salisbury, he was the son of the late Wilbert Wilson Sr. and Thelma M. Richardson Wilson Price.
He married Tammy Elsey in 1989. They were married for 37 years.
Wilbert began his education in the Worcester County School...
Betty Ann (Nichols) Stewart
May 8, 2026
Betty Ann Stewart passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026, at her residence. She was born in Mardela Springs, Maryland, and was the seventh child of the late William Irving Nichols, Sr. and Bethena Luella Deshields.
Betty dedicated many years of service to the Dietary Departments at Holly Center and Deer’s Head Hospitals in Salisbury, Maryland, where she served as a...
Bryan Alexander Williams
May 4, 2026
Bryan Alexander Williams, affectionately known as “Dubbs,” departed this earthly life on May 4, 2026. Bryan was born on August 19, 1998, to his loving parents, Laronda Foreman and Dujuan Williams.
Bryan received his education through the Worcester County Public School System, proudly earning his high school diploma in 2016. He later became employed with Pizza Hut in Salisbury, Maryland, where...
