Obituary Listing
Local Obituaries for Howell & Jolley Memorial Chapel, P.A. Funeral & Cremation Services
Blayne Brittney Sample
Jan 22, 2026
Blayne's Journey
Blayne Brittney Sample, the beloved daughter of Dwight A. and Valerie A. Sample, was born on July 12, 1992, in Salisbury, Maryland. Blayne peacefully transitioned to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the age of 33, surrounded by loved ones. At the age of three, Blayne discovered her love for...
Rose Marie Huntley
Jan 8, 2026
Rose Marie Huntley, 80, transitioned to her eternal rest on Thursday, January 8, 2026. She was born on June 7, 1945, in Clinton, North Carolina to the late Lillie Mae Williams and Milburn Stephens.
Rose grew up in Salisbury, Maryland and graduated from Salisbury High School, Class of 1963. After graduating, Rose set out to travel and...
Charles Gorman Goslee
Dec 20, 2025
The Life of Charles Gorman Goslee Charles Gorman Goslee of Salisbury, Maryland was ushered into heavenly eternal rest on December 20, 2025. Born on September 2, 1933 to the late Rhuel E. Goslee and the late Martha B. Goslee, Charles Gorman was the youngest of seven children and was the last surviving sibling.
Charles, also known as...
Alfred Junior Goslee
Dec 9, 2025
Alfred J. Goslee (Tip Boy/Tip) was born on December 24, 1948, in Salisbury, MD to Alfred B. Goslee and Helen Gaines Goslee. Tip was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 9, 2025. Tip received his early childhood education in Laurel, DE at Paul Lawrence Dunbar School.
Tip lived in Bronx,...
Jameszenna Lorraine (Hitchens) Roach
Dec 1, 2025
Jameszenna Lorraine Hitchens Roach, affectionately known as "Jamie," transitioned into eternity on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Bayhealth Hospital in Dover, Delaware. Jamie was born on Saturday, May 25, 1957, to the late Bertha Cooper Hitchens and Rhuel Goslee.
She received her early education in the Laurel School District and graduated from Laurel High School with the...
Leola Virginia Ballard
Nov 21, 2025
Leola Virginia Ballard, lovingly referred to as Mother Ballard, Leap, Pete, The Real Madea, and simply Mom, passed away peacefully at the age of 85. She was born on April 30, 1940, on the picturesque Lola Phillips Farm in the quaint town of Delmar, Maryland. Throughout her remarkable life, she touched the hearts of many with her warmth and...
Tyrone Skinner Gale Sr.
Oct 24, 2025
On Friday, October 24, 2025, Tyrone S. Gale Sr., affectionately known as "Bro-N-Law" took his final 10-7 and rode the airwaves to heaven.
Born in Salem, NJ, to Mr. Robert and Mrs. Clara B. Skinner, he was lovingly adopted by Mr. Elwood and Mrs. Ollie Gale.
Tyrone completed his formal education at Salisbury High School,...
Michelle Louise Smith
Oct 23, 2025
Michelle Louis Smith passed peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Born in Brockton, Massachusetts on January 22, 1959, Michelle Louise DeCosta later made Mardela Springs, Maryland her home with her loving husband, Leland Hedgecock Smith, where they built a life together and raised their children. Michelle is survived by...
Wayne Anthony Tull
Oct 16, 2025
Wayne Anthony Tull, 68, of Pocomoke Maryland departed this life on Thursday October 16, 2025 in Salisbury, MD suddenly.
Wayne was born on May 30, 1957, to Margaret and George Henry Tull of Pocomoke and Salisbury, Maryland.  He was preceded in death by his loving parents; loving Grandparents Margaret Burton Matthews, Clifton Mathews, Sarah Jane Brittingham and...
Denise Marie Soucie
Oct 3, 2025
An obituary is not available at this time for Denise Marie Soucie. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
David Craig White Sr.
Sep 28, 2025
An obituary is not available at this time for David Craig White Sr.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Norman Cornelius Oliver
Sep 6, 2025
Norman Cornelius Oliver, the son of the late Elwood Oliver and Florence Holden was born on July 24, 1940 in Millsboro, DE. He peacefully departed this life on Saturday, September 6, 2025 surrounded by family at home in Salisbury, Maryland.
Norman received his education in the public schools of Sussex County. He attended the former William C....
Alice Mae (Dennis) Gould
Aug 31, 2025
Alice Mae Dennis-Gould, the youngest girl and seventh of nine children, was born on March 9, 1955, in Newark, Maryland, to the late George and Dorothy Dennis. At the age of 70, she went to be with our Lord on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Bergen Mercy Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska.
Known to her family as "Maebelle,...
Bessie Mae Brown
Aug 31, 2025
Bessie was born at home to the late Herman M. Brown & Arletta Conway Brown in Quantico, MD.
Bessie was a faithful member of St. James Free Methodist Church, Head of Creek Rd., Quantico, MD where she attended Sunday School and was a member of the Zionettes Choir.
Bessie attended Wenaquah Elementary School and the...
Reginald W. Lawrence
Aug 20, 2025
Reginald Waters Oscar Lawrence (Reggie) was born on April 25, 1952, in Salisbury, Maryland to Sylvester Lawrence and Ruth Lawrence (Cottman) of Quantico, Maryland. Reggie passed away peacefully in his sleep with family present on August 20, 2025 at home in Delmar, Maryland. He was 73 years old.
Reggie graduated from James M. Bennett Senior High School....
William Edward Northan
Aug 11, 2025
There's an open gate at the end of the road, through which each must go alone,
And there is a light we cannot see, our Father claims His own.
Beyond the gate your loved one finds happiness and rest,
And there is comfort in the thought that a loving God knows best.
...Russell Lee Davis Jr.
Aug 4, 2025
Russell's Life Journey A Legacy of Character, Strength, and Faith Bless the Lord, O my soul and all that is within me, Bless His holy name. Bless the Lord O my soul, and forget not all His benefits. Psalm 103:1-2
Russell Lee Davis, Jr. was born on August 1, 1949 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Jean...
Violet Louise Hopkins
Jul 16, 2025
Celebrating the Life of Violet Louise Briddell Hopkins
"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life."
— John 3:16
A Time to Live — A Time for Eternal Life
Mrs. Violet Louise...
Joan Elizabeth Gale
Jul 12, 2025
The best and most beautiful things in life are not seen or touched—they are felt with the heart. On Saturday, July 12, 2025, Joan Elizabeth Gale received her heavenly wings and took her place in our hearts forever. Born in Virginia, she was the beloved daughter of Sidney V. Wright and Betty Pearl Jones.
Joan completed her...
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