Michael Steven Zale

Michael “Mike” Steven Zale, age 68, of Elkton, MD, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026. He was born on July 25, 1957 in Wilmington, DE to the late John Stanley Zale and Rose Marie (Julian) Zale. Mike, lovingly known as the “Man of Steel”, was a gracious, kindhearted, generous, and grounded man whose larger-than-life… Read more »

William Edward Startt

William Edward Startt, 85, of Elkton, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026.Born in Wilmington, Delaware, Bill was the only child of the late Edgar Urie Startt and Mary Jane (Naylor) Startt. He answered the call to service early in life, honorably serving his country in the Army National Guard and rising to the… Read more »

Daniel Boone Branham Jr.

Daniel “Danny” Boone Branham, Jr., age 90, of Elkton, MD, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026. He was born on August 4, 1935, in Mitchellville, MD, to the late Daniel Boone Branham, Sr. and Virginia (Lawrence) Holmes. Danny will be remembered as a man whose word meant everything. If he gave you his promise,… Read more »

Kathleen Emily Catlett

Kathleen Emily Catlett (68), of Elkton, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Darby, PA on January 7, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence Tracy Murphy and Isabella Marie Murphy (née Spering), and the devoted wife of Joseph Catlett, with whom she shared 48 wonderful years of… Read more »

Susan Jane Marcheski

Susan Jane Marcheski, 77, of Edgewater, Florida, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 18, 1948, in Vienna, Austria, Susan was the daughter of Winefred Cooke and Col. Horace Cooke, U.S. Army, Ret. Her military upbringing helped Susan develop a deep appreciation for family, resilience, and community.… Read more »

Bennett Charles Holmes

Bennett Charles “Ben” Holmes, 44, of Elkton, MD passed away at his home on April 26, 2026. He was born on June 25, 1981. Ben spent his life surrounded by the people he loved most and leaves behind a presence that will never be replaced.  Ben was truly one of a kind. He had a way of… Read more »

Michael J. Carozza

Michael J. Carozza, age 82, of Bear, DE, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. He was born on February 18, 1944, in Yonkers, NY, to the late James Carozza, Sr. and Martha (Kolachik) Carozza. Michael passed away leaving behind a life marked by dedication, curiosity, and quiet joy. He was a… Read more »

Kenneth Gale Horkey

Kenneth “Zeke” Gale Horkey, age 85, of Elkton, MD, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026. He was born on July 9, 1940, in Green County, PA, to the late Albert and Edna (Langenheim) Horkey. Zeke is survived by his wife of 67 years, Margaret “Marlene” Horkey; children: Mike (Kathy) Horkey, Linda (Ron) Arches,… Read more »

Doris Marie Purnell

Doris Marie Purnell went to be with the Lord on March 12, 2026 at the age of 80. An example of a life well lived, she was born on November 22, 1945 in Wilmington, DE to Harvey and Madelon Newton. Moving from Delaware to Elkton, MD as a teenager, she graduated from Elkton High School… Read more »

Roberta Kay Collins

Roberta Kay Collins, age 85, of Elkton, MD, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026. She was born on March 2, 1941 in Wilmington, DE, to the late Robert Douglas Collins and Margaret Elaine (Beckerle) Collins.  Kay passed away peacefully, leaving behind a life filled with curiosity, creativity, and love for her family. From an… Read more »