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Sunday, January 13, 2008 THE NEWS JOURNAL B5 OBITUARIES Grace M. Hotmer Grace M. Hotmer, age 81, of Clayton, died on Tuesday, 8, 2008, at her son's home in Wilmington, DE. A native Delawarean and talented homemaker, Grace was active in her community as a member of the Clayton Century Club, the Lillian Smith Senior Center in Clayton, the Smyrna Opera House and the Hat Society. She also greatly enjoyed bowling for years.

She is survived by her son, Gregory and his wife, Carol; her son, Christopher and his companion, Carolyn; 3 grandchildren; and great grandchildren. The funeral service will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810. To sign guest register, visit spicer com SPICER-MULLIKIN FUNERAL HOMES CREMATORY 302-328-2213 Frances M. Hubik Frances merly of and Fenwick Thursday after a long Mrs.

Hubik ces M. Bartz and grew IN. She math prodigy who covered vania's Wharton School, she owned a private accounting practice for 45 years. She was active in local community organizations, including the University of Pennsylvania Alumni Society of Delaware. She was an avid bridge player for most of her life.

Her husband of 44 years, Michael Hubik, died in 1997. Survivors include, sons, Michael F. of Woodbrook and Andrew R. of Brentwood, CA; daughter, Patricia F. Hubik of Wilmington, DE; daughter-in-law Julie Hubik; grandchildren Eric and Lisa; sister Dorothy Klowetter; nieces Joy Cheplick, Barbara Ditchey, and Diane Boretsky; nephew Mark Rydzak, and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 1 pm on Tuesday, Jan15, 2008 at Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Talleyville where friends may visit from 12 noon to 1 pm. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent in memory of Frances Hubik to University of Pennsylvania Alumni Society Delaware Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 2696, Wilmington, DE 19805. new proof of the Pythagorean Theorem when she was 15.

After attending the University of Pennsyl-1 M. Hubik, 86, forWestwood Manor Island, died at Forwood Manor illness. was born Franin St. Joseph, MI, up in South Bend, Arrangements by CHANDLER FUNERAL HOMES CREMATORY www.chandlerfuneralhome.com (302) 478-7100 Clayton H. Keith Clayton H.

Keith, 81, of Newark, DE, passed away January 11, 2008 at Union Hospital. A lifelong resident of Newark, he was born on July 28, 1926, the son of Keith. For over 50 years, Charles and Helen "Haynes ton worked in the trucking industry, retiring from the Guardian Co. in 1993. He was a member of Masonic Lodge Hiram in Newark and a 40 year member of the Newark Chapter Order of the Eastern Star where he was Worthy Patron of the Chapter for 21 times.

He was Past Grand Patron of the Delaware Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star from 1981-82 and acting Patron of Robert Fulton Chapter in Quarryville, PA. From 2000-2003 he was a Committee Member of the General Grand Chapter and the Scottish Rite Charities Committee. He was also a life member of VFW Post 475 and a member of National Camping Travelers. A devoted family man, he enjoyed camping, fishing and the outdoors and was always accompanied by 1 or 2 of his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 56.

years, Margaret Stewart Keith; a son, Charles Russell Keith and his wife Barbara of Newark; 2 grandchildren, Charles R. Keith, Jr. and Adam Wesley Keith of Newark and a great grandson, Aydan James Keith. He leaves, behind Derrickson a and sister, her Jean husband Jim of Wilmington. He was preceded in death by his brother Charles.

An Eastern Star Service will be held Tuesday January 15, 2008 at 7:30 pm at R.T. Foard Jones Funeral Home, 122 West Main Newark, DE 19711 followed by a celebration of his life. Friends and family may call at the funeral home beginning at 5:30 pm. Burial will be private at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the OES Cancer Fund the funeral home.

To send condolences visit www.rtfoard.com. R.T. FOARD JONES FUNERAL DIRECTORS CREMATORY (302)731-4627 Rev. Robert D. Kenney, O.S.F.S.

Rev. Robert OSFS; Catholic of St. Francis teacher, principal, Salesianum Delaware Fame inductee, phoma on ary 9, 2008 at Centre in was 83. Born June mington, DE, late anor, Durney graduated from St. Thomas Apostle Parochial School (1938) and Salesianum School (1942).

He entered the Oblates in August of 1943, profess- Kenney, priest; Oblate de Sales; former athletic director, and president of School; and 1999 State Sports Hall of died of lymWednesday, Janu11 pm at DeSales Childs, MD. Father 21, 1924 in Wilhe was the son William A. and EleHe Kenney. I ing first vows on September 10, 1944. Father was ordained June 7, 1952 in St.

of Padua Church, Wilmington. He received his and MA from Catholic University (1949 and 1954), and Educational Administration from Villanova (1968). He served as mathematics teacher and Director of Athletics at Salesianum (1953- 1966); Principal of Father Judge High School, Philadelphia (1966-1967); VicePrincipal of Salesianum (1967- 1969); Principal of Salesianum (1969-1977); President Salesianum (1977-1997); and Moderator of the Salesianum Alumni (1997-2001). Father retired in 2001 and moved to the DeSales Centre, Childs in 2005 when he was diagnosed with lymphoma. He, coached for 34 Salesianum's baseball team years.

During his tenure, Salesianum never had a losing record during a regular season. In 1982, was named Delaware's Scholastic Baseball Coach of the year. He was also elected to the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame (1999) and the Salesianum School Hall of Fame (2004). No one in Delaware has served longer as a head baseball coach at the same school than Father Kenney. After 34 years and 579 games, he retired from coaching in 1992.

Father is survived by his sister, Sara Miller and husband, Robert, Wilmington, DE; sister-in-law, Mary Kenney, Florida (wife of Father's late brother, William); and by many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and brother, he was predeceased by his sister, Eleanor Murphy and her husband, Lionel. Viewing will be from 4-7 pm, Friday, January 18, at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 901 N. Dupont Wilmington, DE.

A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 7:15 pm. A second viewing will be held from am, Saturday, January 19, in Our Lady of Light Chapel, 1120 Blue Ball Childs, MD. Interment will follow at 10 am Oblate Cemetery. The Oblates request that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to Salesianum School, 1801 N. Broom Wilmington, DE 19802; or to the Oblate Retirement Fund, 2200 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington, DE 19806.

Anna (Valentine) Latourney Age 87, of Hockessin, DE, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 6, 2008, at the Franciscan Healthcare Center. in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, Mrs. Latourney was the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Kost) Valentine. She was employed by the Red Clay School District and worked in the cafeteria at Conrad High School and Baltz Elementary until her retirement. Before her illness she was an active member of the Richardson Park United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school for over 20 years.

She was predeceased by her husband, William J. Latourney, Sr. in 1996; by her daughter, Ann Marie Latourney; her grandsons, William J. Latourney, III and Staff Sgt. Paul M.

Latourney; and her sister, Helen Capille, Mrs. Latourney will be by law, her Barbara daughter and and Gary son Mack in: of Landenberg, PA; her sons and daughters-in-law, William J. Jr. and Betty of Hebron, MD and Paul D. and Teresa of San Antonio, TX; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Also surviving are her sisters, Ethel Valentine of Ocean City, NJ, and Margaret Reed of Cape Cod, MA. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 15, at 12 noon, at Richardson Park United Methodist Church, 11 N. Maryland Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19804. Interment will follow at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Bear. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Franciscan Healthcare Center, 100 St.

Claire Hockessin, DE 19707, Richardson Park United Methodist Church at the address above, or your favorite charity. www.mealeyfuneralhomes.com 302-652-5913 Leslie A. Leach Age 81, passed away quietly at home on January 6, 2008. Les his country in the US served, during WWII. He retired from the US Postal Service having been a letter carrier in rural Maryland for 28 years.

He was an avid square dancer for over 35 years, as well as a caller. He was a longtime member of Happy Squares and Single Steppers and Dorchester Swingers and performed square dance exhibitions for many local senior centers and nursing homes. Les was also a member of the Portsville United Methodist Church. He loved being with family, and friends, helping others, strumming the guitar, being outdoors and most of all, fishing. Les is survived by his wife of 62 years, Maxine; his daughters, Vickie Leach of Portsville, DE and Sue Sura Bel Air, MD; 1 brother; 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

He had 3 brothers and sisters who predeceased him. A memorial service will be Saturday, the January Portsville 19, at 1 United Methodist Church, 31050 Dogwood Lane, Portsville. The family suggests contributions in Leslie's memory to Compassionate Care Hospice, 31038 Country Garden Dagsboro, DE 19939. To send online condolences www.nicholsgilmore.com Darlene E. Matson January 9, 2008.

Darlene worked with the infants Steps Ahead "Care." Shepreviouswas employed with at Ciba Geigy Manufacturing; Polymer Tech in Bear, and E.A.R Specialties Composites. She Darlene E. Matson, age 54, of with the Lord on Wednesday, Bear, DE, went home to be cherished her time friends. I with family and Darlene is survived by her sons, Dennis Sheehan, Jr, and wife, Renee, and David A. Sheehan; daughter, Dawn M.

Sheehan-Riley and husband, Michael; 5 brothers, Joey Pinkowski, Claude, Robert and Michael Figgs, Michael Mulrooney; sister, Sharon M. Galvin; 5 grandchildren: R.J., BreeAnna, Trinity, David, Gavin; special dog, Spikey; and her friends and neighbors. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and JoAnna Figgs; brother, James Figgs. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday, January 14, 2008 at Strano Feeley Churchmans Family Funeral Home, 635 Newark, DE 19702 from 10-11 am followed by service in celebration of Darlene's life at 11 am. Burial follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to American Cancer Society, 92 Reads Way, Suite 205, New Castle, DE 19720. For directions or to express an online condolence, please visit www.strano- Strano Feeley Family Funeral Home 302-731-5459 Catherine Nottingham, age 84, of Wilmington, DE went home be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 8, 2008. Catherine is survived by 1 brother, Clarence Hinson; by her daughter, Mary L. Spicer; Catherine Nottingham 2 sons, Edward Hinson Nelson Hillman; 21 grand children; and a host of other family and friends. She was preceded in by her son, ClarenceNottingham; daughter, her Hinson Catherine Jackson; parents, Madeline and Albert Hinson; 2.

brothers and 7 sisters. She will be truly missed. The service will be held at the New Hope Baptist Church on Monday, January 14, 2008. The viewing will be from 9-11 Burial at Gracelawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, cards contributions may be sent to New Hope Baptist Church, 1230 N.

Heald DE 19802 Arrangements by Bell Funeral Home Henry Obbryshko "Hank" Henry "Hank" Oboryshko, age 78, of Heritage Park died Friday, January 11, 2008 at the Regal Heights nursing home after a long illness. Hank was born in 1929 in Wilmington, DE. Hank lived most of his life in Delaware. He had a long and varied career. He served honorably in the US Army, and then graduated from the University of Delaware as an Electrical Engineer.

After receiving started a for many years building, fense radar. of his working teacher, other subjects cation students son Vocational High School. tivist for the ed and was of the ARC of er years Hank the Pike Creek He was wife, Kathleen survived by Bartkowski children, Connecticut, Oboryshko chael Oboryshko sin; and by and numerous nephews. Relatives vited to attend service at 12 FUNERAL stone Road will begin 11, 2008 ment will Cemetery, In lieu of contributions may be made Wilmington, degree, Hank successful business designing and components for deIn the second half life he was a teaching shop and to Special Eduat the HodgTechnical Hank was an acmentally retardan early president Delaware. In latwas active in Lion's Club.

predeceased by his in 1985; and is his sister, Joanne of Milltown; his Kathleen Batyr of Brian of Bear, and Miof Hockes2 grandchildren; nieces and and friends are inhis memorial pm at MEALEY HOMES on Limeon Monday, Januwhere visitation after 11 am. Interfollow at All Saints Wilmington. flowers, memorial in Hank's name to "The Arc of 1016 Centre Road, DE 19805. www.mealeyfuneralhomes.com 302-652-5913 Charles L. Pitts Mr.

Charles L. Pitts, age 89, of New Castle, DE, died on Wednesday, January 9, 2008, at his home surrounded by his beloved family. Mr. Pitts was born in Wilmington, DE on Independence Day 1918, son of the late Luigi Pizza and Filomena Fontella Pizza, and proudly served his country in the US Army during World War II. A professional firefighter with the Wilmington Fire Department for 20 years until 1962, he later accepted a position in transportation with Hercules in Wilmington where he retired in 1980 after 15 years.

Mr. Pitts was a devout Catholic and a longtime, active member Holy Spirit Parish New Castle. He was a member of the Howard Weston Senior Center and of the Delaware City Recreation Club, where he enjoyed dancing with his wife for many years. He was also a talented organist. The last surviving child of the Luigi and Filomena, he was preceded in death by 21 siblings.

He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years, Alice Hall Pitts, in 2007, and by 4 grandsons, Billy and Jimmy Justin Carlson and Francis Pitts. He is survived by Watts 6 daughters, Mariaelena and husband, Lee, Constance McElwee husband, Barry, JoAnn loannoni, and Virginia McPherson and husband, Troy, all of New Castle, DE; Debra Miller of Dover, DE; and Judith Dale and husband, Gil, of Egg Harbor Township, NJ; 16 grandchildren; grandchildren; and 5 29 great grandchildren. Mr. Pitts' family extends their heartfelt gratitude for the care, concern and love shown to them during this difficult time. Special thanks go to the nurses and staff of Delaware Hospice, Fr.

Roger DiBuo, and Irene Saah and other caregivers. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 am, on Monday, January 14, 2008, at Holy Spirit RC' Church, 12 Winder Road, Garfield Park, New Castle, DE, where friends may call after 10 am. Interment will follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park, 2220 N. DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810.

To sign guest register, visit spicer SPICER-MULLIKIN FUNERAL HOMES CREMATORY In Memoriam and Cards of Thanks Advertisements can be placed by calling Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Joseph P.

Rasmussen Age 69, Hockessin, DE, formerly of New Rochelle, NY, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 9, 2008. Born in New Rochelle, Mr. Rasmussen was the son of the late Harry Josephine (Buderman) Rasmussen. He worked as a mail carrier for U.S. Postal Service for 23 years until his as retirement in 2001.

He was veteran of the US Army and served in the 82nd Airborne as a paratrooper. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Harry. Mr. Rasmussen will be missed by his wife of 33 Annette (Avallone) Rasmussen; his sisters, Patricia Sauro, Carol Belton, and Linda Bouchard; and numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in New Rochelle, NY.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to your local Humane Society or to Holy Name Church at the address above. www.mealeyfuneralhomes.com 302-652-5913 Mannon "Manny" N. Robinson, Jr. Age 62, of Greenwood, DE died Jan. 12, 2008 Services, 1 pm Jan.

16, 2008 at Asbury United Meth. Church. Visitation, Jan 15, 7-9 pm at Melvin F.H., 155522 S. Dupont Harrington. J.

Vernon Sacher J. Vernon Sacher, age 98, died January 11, 2008 at Sterling Healthcare Rehab in Media. Vernon was born, raised and educated in Wheeling WV. He graduated from Wheeling High School in 1926 and from West Virginia University in 1930 with a BS degree in Chemical En- gineering. While West Virginia University he longed Tau Beta Fraternity and Lamda Upsilon Fraternity.

Mr. Sacher was a longtime resident of Twin Oaks living there from 1947 until 1990. He also resided in Boothwyn and most recently in Glen Mills, Thornbury, Twp. Mr. Sacher was employed by Allied Chemical Co.

in Claymont, DE from 1941-1971, as a plant Superintendent. Vernon was a parishioner of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Chester Heights. enjoyed being a HAM Operator for many years, and oil painting, woodworking a carpentry. Also, Mr.

Sacher was prodigious reader. He was the father of the late Michael Campbell Sacher who died in 2004. He was the brother of the late Marcelle Kletzly, Survivors include his Angeline(Dantinne) Sacher; 2 daughters, April M. Stercula, and Julianne Martinenza; 3 sons, Joseph Theodore John Vernon, and Thomas "Tim" Howard; 20 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be Thursday at 10:30 am at St.

Thomas the Apostle Church, 430 Valleybrook Chester Heights, Burial, Edgewood Memorial Park. Visitation will be Wednesday from 7-9 pm and Thursday from 9-10 am at Nolan Fidale Funeral Home 5980 Chichester Ave, Aston, PA 19014. Margaret E. Taylor-McNutt Margaret E. Taylor-McNutt, age 47, of Bear, DE, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 9, 2008.

She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and aunt. Margaret leaves behind her cherished daughter, Jennifer Martin; and her "little angel" Alexis Grace. Also survived by 2 nephews, Christopher and Robert Brousseau; and 1 niece, Lynsey Taylor. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Matthew and Sybil Taylor; and her sister, Susan Brousseau. Visitation for family and friends will he held on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at Strano Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 Churchmans Road, Newark, Delaware 19702 from 10-11 am followed by a service in celebration of Margaret's life at 11 am.

Burial will be held at a later date. For directions or to express an online condolence, please visit www.strano-feeley.com. Strano Feeley Family Funeral Home Crematory 302-731-5459 Horace Edward Short, Sr. 1938 and received a BS degree in Agricultural Education and MEd from the University of Delaware in 1942 and 1952. Upon graduation college, Horace Edward Short, Sr.

Thursday, Wyoming. 2008. of died He was 86. Mr. Short was born Jun 13, 1921 at the family farmhouse near Milton, DE.

He graduated from Milton High School in his became a vocation a at beto Pi Phi al agriculture teacher at Georgetown High School from 1942-1944 and Caesar Rodney High School from 1944-1983. He was the sponsor of the local FFA chapter which over the years received numerous National, state and local awards in judging contests, public speaking, parliamentary procedure, and degree awards as well as exhibits at the Delaware State Fair. He was a member of the Delaware Vocational Agriculture Teacher's serving as President 3 years, secretary 2 years, and for 10 years on the Advisory Committee to the State FFA chapter. In 1977, Mr. Short was a state finalist for DE Teacher of the Year, and in 1983 received one of six National awards as the National Vocational Ag.

Teacher Outstanding Teacher in Vocational Agriculture. He also received the Honorary American Farmer Degree National FFA, and from the of DE's School of Agriculture, the George M. Warlow award for prestigious ag ricult ure alumni. He was a member of the American Vocational Association, Delaware Vocational Association, Delaware State Education Association where he served several terms on the Legislative Committee, and the DSEA's Retired Teacher's Assoc. The Legislative Committees helped prepare educational legislation that was introduced into the General Assemble.

Mr. Short organized evening classes for Farmers under the Rural War Production Training Program during WW II. After the war, he organized and directed a program for Institutional on the farm training under the Veterans Administration from 1946 1953. He was a member of the Fruitland Grange serving as Master for 2 years. Mr.

Short was appointed by all the Delaware Governors from Pete rson through Minner to serve on the Delaware Advisory Council on Career and Vocational Education where he served as chairman of the Legislative Committee and on a Task Force for Vocational Youth Organizations. His accomplishments as a civic leader include 21 years on Wyoming Town Council secretary for 17 years, vice mayor for 3 years and mayor for 1 year; the Sewer Water Autown thority sewer which secured in the 1960's; the system, Camden-Wyoming Police Commission, and the initial Wyoming Park Commission that purchased Wyoming Park. He was also instrumental in obtaining sidewalks and home mail delivery in the 1960's for the towns people. In 2005, he was awarded a Jefferson Award. Mr.

Short also served on the Board of Elders for the Bible Fellowship Church for 18 years. He held the office of secretary while serving. Mr. Short was preceded in death by his parents, Willard M. (Chester) and Lydia E.

Morris Short and sister, Sara E. White. He is survived his wife of 65 years, C. Elizabeth (Betty) Hollingsworth Short formerly of Wyoming, DE; 4 children, H. Edward, Jr.

(Lucille) of Glasgow, DE, Mary Ellen Short of Baltimore, MD, Thomas C. (Monica) of Dover, DE, and Elizabeth A. Sperati (William) of Wilmington, DE; 5 grandchildren, Dr. Andrew Short of Santa Barbara, CA; Michael Short of Terra Haute, Jacob Sperati of Seattle, WA: PV2 Joshua Sperati of Fairbanks, AK and Rebecca Sperati of Wilmington, DE; 3. step grandchildren, Michael Hughes (Rachel) of Columbia, SC, Hughes of Wilmington, DE, and Katie Hughes of Dover, DE; and 2 step-great granddaughters Anna and Charisma.

A viewing will be 6-9 pm, Tuesday at the PIPPIN FUNERAL HOME, 119 West Camden Wyoming Services will Avenue, 11 Wyoming, be am, Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Camden. In lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Bible Fellowship Church, 201 E. Wyoming Camden, DE 19934, the Caesar Rodney High School FFA, 239 Old North Camden, DE 19934 or Delaware Hospice, 911 DuPont Dover, DE 19901. OBITUARIES CONTINUED ON B6 The News Journal Worth minute www.delawareonline.com.