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a www.delawareonline.com THE NEWS JOURNAL Sunday, November 6, 2005 OBITUARIES Beadie H. Bowman Age 101 of Nottingham, PA died Nov. 3, 2005. Service 11 Nov. 10, at State Line Church, Chrome Rising Sun, Rib.

Visitation 7 pm Nov. 9, at EDWARD L. COLLINS F.H., Pine Oxford, PA 1 hr. before service. George F.

Brown Age 92, a longtime resident of Claymont, and most recently of the Highfield Masonic Ho me passed away on Friday, November 4, 2005. George was born June 5, 1913 in Bayonne, NJ. He moved to Claymont in 1921, was a 1933 graduate of Claymont High School, and was educated at Drexel University and the University of Pennsylvania. He married Evelyn B. Hoopes in 1939 and moved to Claymont Heights.

He was elected to first term to the Claymont School Board in 1952 and later served as its president. George was especially proud to be a part of the schools desegregation. 1 year before it put forth by the Supreme Court in 1953. He started his work career at Texas Oil Co. in 1934, but later was employed the DuPont Co.

at the Experimental Station as a buyer 1939 until his retirement in 1976. George was a member of Oriental Masonic Lodge George became coowner with his sons and daughter-in-law, Mary Ann Brown, of Scott Trailer Sales in 1977 and operated it until 1991. George served his country during WWII as a proud member of the US Navy from 1942-1945. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Evelyn B. Brown.

George is survived by his children, Rollie and his wife, Colleen, Richard and his wife, Joanne, and Diane and her husband, Richard; 17 grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren. Friends may visit from 10-11 am on Tuesday, November 8, in the chapel at Gracelawn Memorial Park, N. Dupont New Castle, where a Masonic service will be held at 10:30 am and the funeral service will begin at 11. Burial will be in the adjoining park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Masonic Home, 4800 Lancaster Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807.

GEBHART FUNERAL HOMES of New Castle County gebhartfuneralhomes.com 302-798-7726 George DeSantis 71 Mic, Wilmington, DE, passed George A. DeSantis, age away Friday morning, November 4, 2005, at his home. Mr. DeSantis was born in Hazelton, PA February 3, 1934, son of the late Volta and Maria DeSantis. He was a graduate of Wilmington High School, where he excelled at athletics, especially football.

Mr. DeSantis was a self-employed bricklayer and masonry contractor for many years until his retirement in 1997. He enjoyed reading, Italian history and spending time with his friends. Mr. DeSantis is survived by his children, Robert DeSantis, Linda DeSantis and Melanie Smolka; his sister, Joyce Smith; and hiss nieces, and nephew, Donna Debra Murphy, Denise Alessandrini and Kevin Smith.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 4th St. Bancroft Wilmington, on Monday morning, November 7, at 11 am. Entombment will follow in the crypt of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Cathedral Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the CHARLES ARCARO FUNERAL HOME, 2309 Lancaster Wilmington (opposite Cathedral Cemetery), on Monday morning am.

In of flowers, please make donations. in the Mr. Veterans DeSantis' Hospital, 1601 Kirkwood Wilmington, DE 19805; or to the St. Thomas School Endowment Fund, 301 N. Bancroft Wilmington, DE 19805.

Mary Synczyszyn DeShong Age 87 of Leesburg, VA died on Thursday, November 3, 2005, in VA. Mrs. DeShong, lived in Wilmington, 85 years. She retired in 1985 from the State of Delaware after 25 years of service. She was predeceased by her husband, Irving DeShong, U.S.

Army, who was killed in Germany in WWII. Survived by daughter, Shirley, DeShong Gifford and husband, Michael; grandchildren, Susan Duda and her husband, Paul, and Mike Gifford and his wife, Kelly; and Jack Michael Gifford. Also survived by sister, Olga SantaBarbara; and brothers, Walter, Charles and Peter Synczyszyn of Wilmington DE; and brothers, Michael and Dimitry "Babe" of Merritt Island, FL. A service will be held at MEALEY FUNERAL HOMES, Limestone and Milltown Roads, Wilmington, DE, at 1 pm on Tuesday, November 8th, where friends are invited to call after 12 noon. Interment will be in Gracelawn Memorial Park, New Castle, DE.

www.mealeyfuneralhomes.com 302-652-5913 Doris E. "Toots" Dill Doris Ellen "Toots" Dill, 73, of Perryville, MD died Saturday, November 5, 2005. Born in Chesapeake City, MD on March 22, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Elizabeth Torbert Kennard. Mrs. Dill was a homemaker.

She loved spending time with children and many fore years was a foster parent. She also enjoyed shopping and driving. Survivors include her children, James Charlestown, Dill, Elkton, MD, Terry T. MD, Wayne. E.

and Matthew Earleville, MD, Patricia L. Dill, Bruce A. Dill and Kevin L. Dill, all of North East, MD, William D. Dill, Oshkosh, WI and Stephanie D.

Raudenbush, Newark, DE; her siblings, Clarence Kennard, SC, Robert Kennard, Las Vegas, NV, Jim Kennard, AZ, Betty Ingram, Jane Biggers, Mary Lou Haley and Nellie Kennard, all of Elkton; 41 grandchildren; 34 greatgrandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her children, Virginia L. Dill and Karl K. Dill; and siblings, Jack Kennard, Rebecca Crocter and Ruth VanDenHeuvel; and her former husband, James F. Dill, Sr.

Funeral service will be 11 am, Wednesday, November 9, 2005, at HICKS HOME FOR FUNERALS, 103 W. Stockton Elkton, MD where visitation will begin at 10 Interment will be in Hill Methodist Cemetery, Cherry Hill, MD. Ruth M. Griffith November 15, 1909 October 27, 2005 Ruth M. Griffith of Ft Lauderdale, FL, formerly of Wilmington, DE, went to' be with the Lord in the church triumphant on October 27, 2005.

She was born November 15, 1909 in Wilmington. Ruth was a lifelong active member and ordained deacon of Hanover Presbyterian Church, where she started the church nursery in 1930. She sang in the choir for many years and was loved by many. She will be missed, especially by her son, C. Richard, and his wife, Patricia, along with 2 nieces, who were faithful caregivers while Ruth was in Wilmington.

She was predeceased by husband of 63. years, Cornwell Jennings Griffith, on August 16, 1992; and sons, C. Jay on December 28, 1994 and R. Edmund on June 16, 1988. Besides her beloved son, C.

Richard, and his wife, Patricia, of Ft Lauderdale, and his daughter, Kelly Shirer of Toledo, OH, Ruth is survived by law, Helen Griffith of Centreville, IN; nieces, Joyce Shevchuck of Wilmington and Pauline Margargal of Lewes; 10 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren and friends. memorial service celebrating Ruth's life will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, November 8, at Hanover Presbyterian Church, 18th Street and Baynard Wilmington, where family and friends may visit 1 hour prior. Interment will follow in Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Bear. The family suggests contributions to Hanover Presbyterian Church, 1801 Jefferson Wilmington, DE 19802. Arrangements by CHANDLER FUNERAL HOMES 302-478-7100 Jason Hatcher Age 26 of Hartly, DE passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 3, 2005, at the Milford Memorial Hospital.

Jason liked working outdoors and had worked on a farm in Hartly. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He also liked to keep busy with many hobbies including working on cars and computers. Jason also loved to travel. He will be sadly missed and was loved by many.

He is survived by his parents, Steven and Nancy Simmons of Hartly, DE; 2 sisters, June Simmons at home, and Michelle Simmons his special niece and nephew, Breah and Zac, also of TN; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his cousins, Amanda and Matthew Cosner; and uncle, Robert Krisco. A visitation will be held on Tuesday evening, November 8, from 7-9 pm at DANIELS HUTCHISON FUNERAL HOME, 212 N. Broad Street, Middletown. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 9, at 11 am in the Townsend Cemetery, Caldwell Corner Townsend, DE.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Jason Hatcher Memorial Fund, Daniels Hutchison Funeral Home, PO Box 126, Middletown, DE 19709. Betty L. Haycraft Age 74, wife of James Haycraft of Newark, passed away Saturday, November 5, 2005. A Wednesday service is being scheduled. A complete obituary will appear in the Monday edition of The News Journal.

Arr. JOHN F. YASIK F.H. Burial Information BOBBY BROWN, age 49, former address Dover, DE, date of death, Oct 31, 2005. Any relatives or friends are requested to immediately contact Joseph Kelly at Chandler Funeral Homes at 478-7100 to claim the remains.

Curtis E. Harper Age 68 of Millsboro, DE died Friday, November 4, 2005, at Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA. He was born in Frankford, DE to the late George C. and Bessie MaGee Harper on June 15, 1937. Harper was the of Harper's Gun Supply in Millsboro for the past 35 years, retired from Delmarva Power and Light in 1993 as a relay technician after years of service, was a bus contractor for the Indian River School District from 1969-1993, held his private air pilot's license from 1975-1985 and previously served in the Merchant Marines ed the Bayshore Community for 4 years.

Mr. Harper attendChurch in Gumboro since 1991. He was past master of Doric Masonic Lodge Millville, was grand tiler for the Masonic Grand Staff of Delaware in 1973, member of Nur Temple Shrine, New Castle, a member and member of Ducks Unlimited, life member of the NRA, member of Delaware Wildlife Habitat, past Central Chapter and was an president of the AFS. Sussex avid sportsman and outdoorsman. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Shirley Ann McCabe Harper; 3 children, Jodie Daudt and her husband, Paul, of Seaford, DE, Curtis E.

Harper, Jr. and his wife, Stephanie, of Georgetown, DE and Joni B. Harper of Millsboro, DE; and 5 grandchildren, Joshua, Jordan and Jessica Harper and Christopher and Matthew Daudt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, John Ian Harper, in 1990; and a brother, Paul Harper. Masonic service followed by the funeral service will be 8 pm Tuesday, November 8, 2005, at the WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 211 Washington Street, Millsboro, DE, where friends may call from '5-8 pm on Tuesday.

Interment will be private. Pastor Danny Tice and Pastor Jeff Hudson will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to the charity of your choice in memory of Curt Harper. Wendell Husser, Jr. "Sonny" Age 72 died VA Hospital.

To shik Spencer, Evalyn Stallings, Clautine Cozart, Delia and Patricia Barksdale, Wendell Husser, Ill, Hassan Husser, Houston Stalling Bernard John- Beloved father of son. Son of the late Malinda Wendell Husser, Sr. Brother of Jean Ellington, Donald Ronald Husser. Also survived by his former wife, Eva Mae Wallace; a host of nieces nephews; a devoted friend, Charlene Tribbett; other relatives friends. He was predeceased by siblings, Winnie Husser Crawford, Dorothy Banks Paul Ellington.

Funeral 11 am Nov. 7, at CONGO FUNERAL HOME, 2317 N. Market St. Viewing am only. Interment in Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Bear.

Frances M. Kreider Age 67 of Newark, DE passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 3, 2005. Born in WV, Ms. Kreider was the daughter of the late Delbert James sand Clara (Woomer) Martin. was payroll supervisor for the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, retiring in 1985 after more than 20 years of service.

Her hobbies included golf, bowling and boating. She will be missed by her daughters, Debbie Bader and her husband, Matthew, of Bear and Kreider of Newark; her son, Keith Kreider of Newark; her brother, Willard Martin of Wilmington; Melissa 3 grandchildren, Erica, and Jamie; and her longtime companion, Robert Feeney. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 6th, between 5 and 7 pm at the MEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Limestone and Milltown Roads, Wilmington. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday morning, November 7th, at 10:30 am at Holy Family Church, 15 Gender Drive, Newark. Interment will follow at Gracelawn Memorial Park, New Castle.

In lieu of flowers, Ms. Kreider's family suggests contributions to a favorite charity in her memory. www.mealeyfuneralhomes.com Gavin Richard Miller Our angel, age 7 weeks, was called to heaven on Thursday, November 3, 2005. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the service at 11 am on Monday, November 7. at Gracelawn Memorial Park Chapel, DuPont New Castle.

Friends may call at the chapel from 10-11 am. Interment will be in the adjoining park. KRIENEN-GRIFFITH 302-994-9614 www.delawarefuneral.com Eugene J. Maurer, Sr. "Buzz" Court reporter, devout Catholic, Notre Dame fan Eugene J.

Maurer, age 86, beloved father and grandfather, died Friday, November 4, 2005, at home with his family. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he graduated from North Catholic High School and served in the Navy as chief petty officer during World War II. He was a stenographer for the Joint Chiefs of Staff at Yalta, Potsdam and Teheran Conferences. He retired from the Federal Court Wilmington after 38 years and continued to work as a court reporter until his death. He was a man of style and elegance, who enjoyed Dame all Football, sports, especially Notre and loved his summers at his home in Ocean City, NJ.

His passion for his profession was surpassed only by his for his family and his devout faith. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 61 years, Regina; and is survived by his children, Judith Smith, Eugene Maurer, Marita Brown, Kevin Maurer, Dana Price, Daniel Maurer, MaryKate Smiley and Thomas Maurer; and 15 9 grandchildren. Visitation will take place at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 1000 Shipley Rd. Wilmington, DE, on Tuesday evening, November 8th, from 7- 8:30 pm, and on Wednesday, November 9th, from am, followed by Mass. Interment Thomas The Apostle Cemetery, Glen Mills, PA.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810 PETER H. GERS F.D. 215-646-8556 Dolores M. McGuire "Aunt Dee" Age 76 of Wilmington, DE passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2005, at ManorCare. Aunt thee was born in Wilmington to late Arthur and Catherine (McCrory) McGuire.

She retired as a supervisor from Wiltex in Wilmington in 1988. She was a member of St. Helena's RC Church and Jude's. Aunt Dee loved her Irish music and heritage. Her 3 brothers, Arthur, Edward and Robert also predeceased her.

She was the beloved sister of Catherine Sullivan of Wilmington and Regina Ramsey of Bellefonte; the beloved aunt and surrogate mother of Eugene and Leisa Ramsey, Maryann Carl Gaines, William Ramsey, Thomas and Melanie Ramsey, Dolores and Jerry Steele, Rose and Rich Grier; the, beloved mom-mom McGuire Mary Regina, Tommy, Jessica Rose, Dee Dee, Gillian, Danny, Billy, Matt, Chris and Mikey; and great mommom and aunt to many. Family and friends are invited to attend Aunt Dee's viewing in celebration of her life from 7-9 pm on Monday, November 7, 2005, at the Beeson Funeral Home, 412 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2005, at 11 am at St. Helena's RC Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington. Interment will be in Cathedral Cemetery.

In of flowers, memorial contributions in Aunt Dee's memory may be made to St. Jude's Children Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38102. Condolences may be made by visiting www.griecofuneralhomes.com BEESON FUNERAL HOME 302-764-2900 Bryan W. Mercer Age 80 of Laurel, DE, formerly of Beltsville, MD, passed away Friday, November 4, 2005, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford, DE.

Born in Dublin County, NC, he was a son of the late Ashley and Estelle Kennedy Mercer. Mr. Mercer proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He retired after 30 years of service working for the Federal Government and ended his career as the Comptroller for Government Printing in Washington, DC.

After his retirement, he moved to Laurel to purchase and run a chicken farm. He was a certified pilot who flew small single engine airplanes. He was a scratch golfer and played many pro-am tournaments from his youth through middle age. Physical fitness was very important to him, as he loved to run and enjoy anything to do with the outdoors. He is survived by his 4 children, Duke Mercer and his wife, Sandy, of Rockville, MD, Jedd Mercer and his wife, Kim, Beltsville, MD, Susie Mercer of Frederick, MD and Matt Mercer of Odenton, MD; 5 grandchildren, Michelle, Steven, Vincent, Leo and Mark; and a sister, Ella Jane of Seattle, WA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of over 46 years, Doris Lester Mercer, who passed in 1995; and a brother, Tex Mercer. Family will received friends on Monday, November 7, 2005, from 7-9 pm at the SHORT FUNERAL HOME, 700 West Street, Laurel, DE. A graveside service will then be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2005, at pm at Parklawn Memorial Park and Menorah Gardens, 12800 Veirs Mill Rockville, MD. Thomas J. Michael "Jack" TODAY'S OBITUARIES Arnold, Baunchalk, Beck, Bowman, Brown, Caruso, DeSantis, George DeShong, Dill, Griffith, Harper, Hatcher, Haycraft, Husser, Wendell Kreider, Frances Maurer, McGuire, Mercer, Michael, Miller, Gavin Morgan, Perkins, Roberts, Schwartz, Simpson, Singleton, Stackhouse, L.W.* Trivits, Von Simpson, Walker, Earl Wood.

Wooleyhan, Edgar obituaries running for the first time James Ashley Arnold Age 63 of Bear, DE passed away at home November 3, 2005. Born in Chester, PA, Mr. Arnold was the son of the late Mervin and Meldred Arnold. James retired from DART after 30 years of service. In his spare time, he loved to put model cars together and pollect all sorts of figurines, 'Hess trucks and die cast cars and trucks.

"He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Joanne T. Arnold; children, John and his wife, Kathleen Arnold, of Newark, Margaret Arnold of Wilmington, Betsy Arnold and her friend, Nathine Lambert, with whom he lived in Bear, James Jr. and Suzanne Arnold of Newark, Joseph Arnold of Newark and Jessica Arnold. He is also survived by a sister, Emma and her husband, Richard Hana, of Chester, PA; brothers, Robert and his wife, Pat Arnold, Mervin Jr. of West Grove, PA and William Arnold of Harrisburg, PA; as well as 14 grandchildren; and 3 great grandchildren.

Friends and family may call at the CORLETO LATINA FUNERAL HOME, 808 N. Union Wilmington, DE 19808, on Wednesday, November 9, 2005, pm. Interment will follow in the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Bear. For more information, please call 302-652-6642 passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2005, in the Christiana Hospital in Newark, DE, after a courageous battle with liver disease. prim was February born 7, in 1939.

Minersville, Jim enjoyed spending summers on Lewes Beach and Cape Henlopen. He was a 32nd degree mason in the Lafayette Lodge. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Philadelphia Flyers, Eagles and Phillies. He was surrounded in life by an adoring family to which he was deeply devoted. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Eva Baunchalk; and his older brother, the Reverend Andrew Baunchalk.

Jim is survived by his wife, Alexandria Baunchalk of Newport, DE; his daughters, Bernadette Lister and her husband, John, of Milton, DE and Robin Ciamaricone and her husband, Tom, of Newark, DE; his son, James J. Baunchalk and his wife, Toni, of Newark, DE; his brother, Ronald Baunchalk of Fenwick Island, DE; his sister, Janet Reimer of Newark, his' Jim will be sadly missed by grandchildren, Johnny and Chrissy Lister, Tommy and Jessica Clamaricone and Stevi, Tyler, and Alexis Baunchalk. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service at DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME, 3200 Limestone Pike Creek; on Tuesday November 8, 2005, at 12 noon, where friends may call after 10 am. Interment will be in Silverbrook Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St.

Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, 800 Lea Boulevard, Wilmington, DE 19802. To send condolences, visit www.dohertyfh.com (302) 999-8277 James R. Baunchalk Age 66 of Newport, DE Ruth G. Beck (Goldsborough) Died on Friday, November 4, 2005. Service 2 pm on Tuesday, November 8, at PAGANO FUNERAL HOME, 3711 Foulk Bethel PA, where friends may call from.

1-2 pm. Nicholas Caruso Mr. Nicholas A. Caruso, 'age 74 of New Castle, DE, passed away Saturday morning; November 5, 2005. A Tuesday evening viewing and a Wednesday morning Mass are being planned.

complete obituary will appear in Monday's edition of The News Journal. For further information, please call the CHARLES P. ARCARO FUNERAL HOME at 302-658-9095. Rena Longo, Funeral Director Thomas J. "Jack" Michael, age 82 of Jenners Pond, West Grove, PA, formerly of Wilmington, DE, died on Friday, November 4, 2005, at Jenners Pond Preston Residence.

Mr. Michael was born in Philadelphia, PA and served his country in the U.S. Army in Germany and Czechoslovakia during World War II. He graduated from Temple University and was a CPA in private, practice in Wilmington, was a ber of Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church and was a long term member of Kennett Square Golf and Country Club. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara P.

Michael. He is survived by his wife, N. June Michael; brother, Alfred F. Michael, MD of St. Paul, MN; children, Barbara J.

Bendall of Glenmoore, PA and Eric J. Michael, MD of Hummelstown, PA; stepchildren, Joseph Healy of Marmora, NJ, Barbara (Healy) Detweiler of New Castle, DE and Jane (Healy) Coradi of Chesapeake, VA. He was the devoted grandfather of 9 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at the Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church, 101 Old Kennett Road, Wilmington, DE 19807, at 10 am on Wednesday, November 9, 2005. Friends may greet the family at the church beginning at 9:30 am.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be sent to the SPCA of Chester County, 1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA 19380; Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church. Arrangements CHANDLER FUNERAL, HOMES 302-478-7100. Mary Louise Morgan (Greene) Age 79 of Millsboro, DE died Friday, November 4, 2005, at Harbor Healthcare Rehab Center, Lewes. in Dover, daughter of the She was born, March 9, 1926 late James and Beatrice (Hoover) Greene. Mrs.

Morgan had worked as a secretary for a local bank. She loved bowling with the bank league and tending to the flowers in her garden. She also enjoyed going to the Outer Banks in NC. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who was greatly loved and will be sadly missed. She will always be remembered.

She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Joseph Morgan; 1 daughter, Kathleen Hebler and her husband, Joe, of Midlothian, VA; 5 sons, James and his wife, Lynn, of Delmar, MD, Joseph Morgan, of TN, Richard Morgan and his wife, Sandra, of Dagsboro, DE, Gerald Morgan of Millsboro, DE and Michael Morgan of Millsboro, DE; 7 grandchildren; 2 grandchildren 3 sisters, Helen Dover, DE, Betty Weeks of Camden, DE and Ruth Gac of San, Juan Capistrano, CA; and brothers, Greene, both Greene of Dover, and ploseph A memorial service will be held Thursday, November 10, 7 pm at PARSELL HOMES CREMATORIUM, Clarksville Chapel, Rts. 26 and 17, Clarksville, DE. Pastor Charlie Arnold will officiate. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made in the name of Mary, Healthcare L. Morgan to Harbor Rehab Center, Olive Ward, 301 Ocean View Boulevard, Lewes, DE 19958.

Send online condolences to 302-645-9520 away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, November 3, 2005. Richard served in the United States Navy, Submarine Services. He retired from the Delaware State Police in 1989 after 20 years of service. Richard went on to follow his passion in photography, and, professional became pho- an tographer. He was an avid cyclist and skier.

Richard was a devoted husband, father, poppop and brother. He is survived by Judy, his wife of 39 years; his children, Michelle Bradley and her husband, Patrick, Kristine Woods and her husband, Neil, and Rick Roberts and his wife, Cara; his brothers, Frank L. Roberts, Ill and Bruce D. Roberts; his sister, Carole R. Dubbs; and his grandchildren, Luke, Jimmy, Ben and Jack.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Parish, 3000 Videre Drive, Skyline Ridge, Wilmington, on Wednesday, November 9, 2005, at 10:30 am. Burial will be in the Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call at the DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME, 3200 Limestone Road, Pike Creek, on Tuesday evening, November 8, 2005, from 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Richard, may be sent to the Alzheimers Association of DE, 2306 Kirkwood Wilmington, DE 19805; or to the Heartland Hospice, 261 Chapman Newark, DE 19702. "To send condolences, visit www.dohertyfh.com 302-909-8277 Richard H.

Roberts Age 61 of Newark, DE passed.