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NEWS JOURNAL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2004 www.delawareonline.com OBITUARIES John Mathewson Graham "Jack" John "Jack" Mathewson Graham died Thursday, September 23,2004, at Woodstock Terrace in Woodstock, VT at the age of 95. He was born February 16, 1909 in New Castle, PA to William Clark Greenman and Helen Jean Mathewson Graham. Jack had great ability to friends da and influence people. emate was a graduate of Penn State University, where he played clarinet in the marching band and later in the alumni marching band. He received a Master of Science degree in chemistry from Lehigh University and worked for Hercules Chemical Company for years.

He was devoted wife, Dorofor over 50 years. They met while, playing in Eugene Ormandy's Philadelphia Orchestra. Music became a major harmonizing influence in their life. They remained active in orchestras and chamber music groups in Wilmington, DE, and later when they moved to Hanover. Jack began playing with the Lyme Town Band at the age of 85.

Jack Graham was ceased by his wife, Dorothy Survivors include 2 sons, John M. Graham, Jr. of Los Angeles, CA and Alan C. Graham of South Pomfret, VT; and 5 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at the Church of Christ at Dartmouth College in Hanover NH at 5 pm on Sunday, October 31.

A second graveside service will be held at 4 pm on Saturday, November 6, in West Laurel Hills Cemetery in Bala Cynwyd, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Upper Valley Music Center, 1219 Bragg Hill Road, Norwich VT 05055. Louise Murgatroyd Hatch www.chandlerfuneralhome.com 302-478-7100 Age 107, died peacefully in her sleep Sunday, September 26, 2004 at the Methodist Country House, Greenville, where she had resided for many years and where she had received excellent care. She was the daughter of the late William Christopher and Minnie Lippincott Murgatroyd, and the widow of Joseph Richmond Hatch. Long involved in volunteer work, she was active in the Wilmington area Girl Scouts, YWCA, and the Wilmington New Century Club, where she directed many plays.

She was also active in the Home of the Merciful Rest (now Kentmere) where she resigned as a volunteer when she realized, "I was older than those supposed to the Homeopathic Hospital (later Memorial and Christiana Hospitals), where she was a member of the Junior Board for over 85 years, Wilmington Board of Health, and Christian Service of Grace United Methodist Church. She was the oldest alumna of Wilmington Friends School. Survivors are her son, Joseph William Hatch of Wilmington; grandchildren and their spouses, Catherine Hatch Young and Barry of Wilmington, Joseph Weir Hatch and Deborah of Virginia Beach, VA, and Susan H.R. Calvin and John of Newark; and 3 great-grandchildren, Emily Roark of Newark and Shannon and Ryan Hatch of Virginia Beach. A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Friday, October 1, 2004 in the Chapel of the Methodist Country House.

Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, she can be remembered through contributions to, the Methodist Country House Health Care Fund, 4830 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807. Arrangements by CHANDLER FUNERAL HOMES CREMATORY Charles J. Hayes, Sr. Age 87, of Wilmington, DE, passed away at Christiana Hospital on Saturday, September 25, 2004.

Son of the late and Cecelia R. (McKelvey) Charles, Hayes, Charles was born in Wilmington. He retired as a pattern maker in 1979 from the Dupont Company 44 years of employment. also Chambers Works division, after worked at Parklyn Hardware Store on a part-time basis. A 1935 graduate of Salesianum School, he was a member of St.

Matthew's Church and Holy Name Society, and coached the St. Matthew's Little League Baseball Team. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Monaghen Council. In his youth, Charles was a member of the Elmhurst AA Baseball Team. Mr.

Hayes will be dearly missed by his of 58 years, Audrey M. (Duffy). Hayes; his daughter, Audrey Dixon and her husband, Bill; his 3 sons, Bob and his wife, Sue, Jan and his companion, Vickie Lucas; and Chuck and his wife, Lois, all of Wilmington. Also surviving are 6 grandchildren, Lauren and Ernest Garcia, and Julie, Katie, Lisa, Chad and Mark Hayes. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, September 29 at 10:30 am at St.

Matthew's Church, 901 E. Newport Pike, Woodcrest. Visitation will be held on Tuesday evening between 6 8 pm at MEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Limestone and Milltown Roads, Wilmington. Interment will be at All Saints Cemetery, Wilmington. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions St.

Matthew's Church, 1 Curtis Avenue, 19804. www.msaleyfuneralhomes.com Edward L. Jarman (Harvey) Age 47 of Wilmington died Sept. 24, 2004 in Wynnewood, PA. Service 11 am Sept.

30, at Simpson UM Church, 907 Centerville Belvedere, where friends may call 10-11 am on Thurs. Arr. by BELL MEMORIAL CHAPEL Robert T. Jester Age 75 of Chestertown, MD, died Monday, September 27, 2004 in Chester River Hospital. Mr.

Jester was born i in Harrington, DE, the son of the late William E. and Bessie Jester. Robert worked for for over 39 years. He started as a meter reader and progressed to an engineers helper. In 1969, he became the manager of the Chincoteague office and in 1979, he became the manager of the office, until retirement in 1991.

Along with Bill Minner and Frank O'Neil, Mr. Jester was instrumental in starting the Harrington Little League team and he also managed American Legion team for many years. Mr. Jester's passion was golf. He loved to play golf frequently, and often played with MISGA members.

He was a member of the American Legion Frank M. JarLodge and was a member of the Chester Lodge 115 of the Masons after he transferred from the Milford Lodge. He belonged to the Chestertown Club and was a past president. He also served on the Board of Directors for 2 terms. Mr.

Jester will be remembered as a devoted husband and father. Survivors include his loving wife of 51 wonderful years, Mary of Chestertown; son, Darrell T. Jester of Chestertown, MD; brothers, Donald Jester of Harrington, and William R. Jester of New Canaan, CT, and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held from 6-8 pm on Wednesday, September 29, 2004 at Melvin Funeral Home, 15522 South DuPont Harrington, with a Masonic service at 7:45 pm.

Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to your favorite charity of choice. Arrangements are by the MELVIN FUNERAL HOME 302-398-3884 Michael Lewis Johnson Age 39 of Claymont, DE, died Thursday, September 23, 2004 in the city of Wilmington. Services 7 pm on Sept. 30, 2004 at Alpha Baptist Church, 205 Thames St.

where friends may call from 5-7 pm. Arr. by BELL MEMORIAL CHAPEL Rose M. Jones Age 78 of Glenville, Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 26, 2004 surrounded by her family. Rose was a devoted wife and mother and a loving sister and grandmother who touched the lives of many.

She will be tremendously missed. Rose dedicated her life to serving 4 generations. She is survived by her husband, William G. Jones, her 6 sons, William and his Nancy, James and his wife, Karen, Michael Jones, David and his wife, Kathleen, Robert Jones and Brian Jones and Donna Hurlock; her daughter, Mary Susan Holton and her husband, Robert; her brothers, John, Nicholas and James Pulaski; her sisters, Mary McHugh and Anna Callan; 7 grandchildren, Nicholas Jones, Jennifer Barton, David and Sarah Jones, Rachel Devore, Gerri Jones and Hannah Holton and 2 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by 1 sister, 4 brothers, and her parents.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, September 30, 2004 at 9:30 am in St. Matthew's Church, 901 E. Newport Pike, Woodcrest. Burial will be announced in Wednesday's obituary. Friends may call on Wednesday evening at the DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME, 3200 Limestone Pike Creek from 7-9 pm.

To send condolences, visit www.dohertyth.com 302-999-8277 In Memoriam DOUGHERTY, RONALD "DOC" In Loving Memory of Ron (Doc) Dougherty Husband, Father Pop-Pop on His Tenth Anniversary of His Passing of Missing you and wishing you were here with us You are always in our Hearts and Prayers. Love Wife Ginny, Children Linda, David Diane and Granchild Zachery SWIFT- -STEPHANIE ANN Remembering Stephanie with love on the 23rd anniversary of her death. Aunt Janice, Jimmy, Julie, Jennifer Card Of Thanks CELLI, ABRAHAM Our Family would like to acknowledge with much love and appreciation the kind and thoughtful expressions of sympathy that were given to all of us during this very difficult time. To know that you were all with us in our time of sorrow will all be remembered. Whatever you did to console our hearts, we thank you very much, whatever your port.

The Family Of Abraham Celli Robert Derwin Saunders The Family of Robert D. Saunders would like to thank everyone for their love and support during their loss. Love The Saunders Family Helena I. Kaminski Age 82, of Wilmington, DE, died Friday, September 24, 2004 in the St. Francis Hospital.

Mrs. Kaminski was retired from working in textiles for the DuPont Company Chestnut Run Facility. She was a member of Alhambra. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Joseph G. Kaminski, 2 daughters, Lorraine Cannon and her husband, Bob, of Wilmington, and Jodie H.

aKronsberg and her husband, FL; 1 sister, Irene Bartusiak and her husband, Walter, of Wilmington; 3 grandchildren, Robert, Jr. and his wife, Wendy, Michael, and Marc and his wife, Patty; and 5 great grandchildren, Lee, Sean, Danielle, Brooke and Tricia. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Wednesday morning at 11:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 4701 Weldin Road, Liftwood, Wilmington. Burial will be in Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Wednesday morning from am.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary Outreach Program, 4701 Weldin Road, Wilmington, DE 19803. Arrangements by the CHANDLER FUNERAL HOMES www.chandlerfuneralhome.com 302-478-7100 Charles Albert Leishman, "Charlie" Age 89, of Wilmington, DE, formerly of Rehoboth Beach, DE and Hyattsville, MD, died on Saturday, September 25, 2004 in Shipley Manor. He was born May 2, 1915 in Lexington, MA, the eldest son of Charles A. Leishman, Sr. and Sara (Buckle) Leishman.

He married Helen Louise "Polly" Swarm on June 16, 1940 in Seattle, WA. Charlie and Polly traveled by automobile to every state of the union plus many of the Canadian provinces. Charlie retired from the US Postal Service in 1980. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church and a 56 year member of Mt. Herman Lodge 197 in Hyattsville, MD.

Polly predeceased Charlie January 18, 2000. His son, Stephen A. and his wife, Janet, of Wilmington; daughter, Margaret L. Hughes and her husband, Lawrence, of Arnold, MD; 4 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren survive Charlie. He is also survived by a brother, Russell W.

on Leishman; 3 sisters, Jean Lyon, Ruth O'Brien, and Barbara Damoiseau; many nieces and nephews; and his many close friends at Shipley Manor. Friends may, call from 2:00 pm Wednesday, September 29, 2004 at the MCCRERY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 3924 Concord Pike, Talleyville, followed by the funeral service at 3:00 pm at Grace Episcopal Church, 4900 Concord Pike, Wilmington. Interment will be in Monroe Cemetery, Lexington, MA." In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 92 Reads Way, New Castle, DE 19720 or to Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810. Dwight C. Lincoln Age 89 of East Marlboro Township, PA, at home on September 26, 2004.

was the loving husband of Jeannette Lastowka Platt; father of Lawrence A. Platt, Jr. of Stafford, VA, Mary Ann Langdale of Parkside, Joseph Platt of Brookhaven, Teresa Kowalchuk Aston, Sister Irene Platt C.o.C of Auburn, ME," Michael Platt of New Castle, DE and James Platt of Stafford, VA; brother of William Platt of Brookhaven, Sister Clare (Mary) O.S.F., Sister Elizabeth Platt C.o.C, and Gertrude Giorgini of Chambersburg, PA. Lawrence is also survived by dear father-in-law, Anthony Lastowka, 17 grandchildren, 1 great grandson, wonderful in-laws, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass Thursday, September at St.

Katharine Drexel Church, 20th St. Providence Chester. Interment Calvary Cemetery, Media. Friends may call from pm Wednesday, September 29 and from am Thursday, September 30 at the NOLAN FIDALE FUNERAL HOME, 2316 Providence Chester, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St.

Katharine Drexel Church. Lawrence A. Platt (Sarge) Chester, died on Sunday, Lawrence J. Polese Age 94 of Millsboro, DE died Saturday, September 25, 2004. Friends may call from 1-4 pm Wednesday, September 29, 2004 at the WATSON FUNERAL HOME, Millsboro.

Burial will be in Woodhaven, NY on Friday. Winifred D. Rhoads "Winnie" Age 59, of Wilmington, DE, died suddenly on Saturday, September 25, 2004. Winnie attended St. Ann's School, graduated from Ursuline Academy, and was currently working for Wilmington Trust Company at the Union St.

where she has been employed for many years. Winnie enjoyed long Sunday afternoon adventure drives. She liked to take trips to Atlantic City, and she enjoyed life to the fullest. She took pride customers in helping many banking, personally and professionally. She was predeceased by her parents, Manus and Winifred Duffy.

Winnie is survived by her husband of 37 years, Kenneth C. Rhoads, her sons, Kenneth C. "K.C." Rhoads, Jr. and his Jackie Maguire, Sean P. Rhoads and Timothy S.

Rhoads, all of Wilmington; her brothers, Martin F. Duffy and his wife, Nancy, of Rehoboth, DE, John P. Duffy and his wife, Geraldine, of Freehold, NJ, Manus C. Duffy and Judy Ackerman, of Wilmington; her sister, Mary Josephine Maucher and her husband, Larry of Reston, VA; her granddaughter, Abbigail Rhoads, of Wilmington; and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St.

Ann's Church, Gilpin and N. Union Wilmington, on Sept. 29, at 10:30 am. Burial will be held privately in the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Bear, DE. Friends may call at the DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME, 1900 Delaware on Tuesday from 6-9 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Winnie may be sent to the charity of one's choice. To send condolences visit: www.dohertyfh.com 302-652-6811 Charles M. Rissmmiller Sept. 18, 2004 Bayhealth is survived by his wife of 60 years, Felicia Lincoln and 3 children, David, Norman and Marcia. A private gathering of family and friends is planned.

John Age 55 of Magnolia, DE, died Friday, September 24, 2004 at Bayhealth Kent General. Arrangements by TORBERT FUNERAL CHAPELS DOVER, DE late Mildred B. (Yetter) and John W. Royer, Sr. He proudly served his country in the US Army during World War Il and was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat for bravery in battle.

An electrician by profession, Mr. Royer worked for Hinkle and McCoy Electrical Contractors in New Castle for 35 years, retiring as a company supervisor in 1989. He is survived by 4 children, Michael R. Royer and his wife, Donna, of Newark. Deborah S.

Dare and her husband, Jake, of Vineland, NJ, Brian L. Royer and his wife, Mary Ellen, of Maysville, NC, and John W. Royer Ill of Newark; 4 stepchildren, Charles M. Tripoli of Georgetown, Joseph A. Tripoli of Philadelphia, PA, Louise A.

Ashcraft of Bear, and Diana M. Tilghman of Pocomoke City, MD; 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 11:30 am on Friday, October 1, 2004, at the SPICER-MULLIKIN FUNERAL HOME, 121 West Park Place, Newark, where friends may call after 10:30 am. Interment will follow in Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear. To send condolences, visit www.spicer-mu John William Royer, Jr.

Age 79, of Newark, DE, died on Sunday, September 26, 2004, at the AdministraMedical Center in Elsmere. Born in Lewistown, PA on December 19, 1924, Mr. Royer was the son of the Lambert Ratledge Seemans "Lum" TODAY'S OBITUARIES Bandele, Bell, Betty Bunting, Gill, Graham, Hatch, Hayes, Charles Jarman, Jester, Johnson, Jones, Kaminski, Helena Leishman, Charles Lincoln, Mandujano, Morse, Platt, Polese, Rhoads, Winifred Rissmiller, Royer, Seemans, Shaw, Smiga, Ladeshia Smith, Smith, Richard Stevens, Crystal Stewart, Robert Torres, Volk, Vordemberge, obituaries running for the first time Kokayi Bandele Age 46 of Wilmington, died September 16, 2004. He was born August 4, 1958 in Los AnCA to Lonnie and Mae Poland. Along with his wife, Terri, and step-daughter, Imani, he moved to Wilmington in 1995.

He was a member of Laborers Union Local He was predeceased by his father, and his brother, Derick. Besides his wife, he is survived by his mother; sisters, Lisa Poland and Melanie Fields; brother, Victor Hawkins; sisters-in-law, Sharon Poland and Tanya CarrDamu; a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Services were September 22, 2004 in Los Angeles. Interment was private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Mother Church, 812 N.

Franklin Wilmington, DE 19806. Arrangements by CREMATION SERVICE OF DELAWARE Betty Lynn Bell For more information please contact: CORLETO-LATINA FUNERAL HOME (302) 652-6642 Pauline H. Bunting Age 83 of Lincoln, formerly of Milford, died Sunday, September 26, 2004 in Milford. Funeral services will be 12 noon on Sept. 29, 2004 at LOFLAND FUNERAL HOME, 102 Lakeview Ave, Milford, where friends may call after 11 am.

On September 25, 2004, at 50 years, Betty Lynn (Galbraith), RN, of North East, MD formerly of Elsmere, DE, was called home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Betty Lynn was raised in Elsmere and spent most of her adult years in Southern CA. Betty Lynn was a graduate of Conrad H.S., class of 1971, and Delaware Technical Community College, School of Nursing, class of 1993. Betty Lynn pursued a life of caring for the very young and old and was guided by words of Christ when he said "Inasmuchas you have done this unto the least of these, you have done Betintonmene (Matthew 25:40) the last 8 years of her life caring for victims of Alzheimer's disease at the VA Medical Center in Perry Point, MD. Betty Lynn is survived by her groom of 32 years, Robert; 2 daughters, Brandy Garcia and Mari Wertz, both of Southern CA; and 5 grandchildren.

Also, her mother, Betty Fields; sisters, Sharon Depsey and Jill Friedman; and brothers, Robert and Jack Galbraith. Patricia Finnegan and Rev. Jeri Lee are 2 very special sisters in Christ who understood what it meant by "bear one another's burdens and so fulfil the law of Christ." (Galatians 6:2) A special note of thanks is given to the Gilchrest Hospice Center in Towson, MD for their treasured care. Betty Lynn would have you all reminded to get yearly mammograms. Family and friends are invited to the funeral services on Wednesday, September 29, 2004 at 11 am at the CorletoLatina Funeral Home, 808.

N. Union Wilmington, where calling hours for Betty Lynn will be on Tuesday evening, September 28, from 6 to 8 pm. Interment will follow services on Wednesday in Silverbrook Cemetery. Elsie F. Gill Age 66 of Elkton, MD died Friday, September 24, 2004 at Union Hospital.

Service 1 pm on Thursday, September 30, 2004 at GEE FUNERAL HOME, Friends 259 E. Main Elkton, MD. may call 12 noon-1 pm on Thursday, September 30. The Choice Is CORLETO LATINA FUNERAL HOME. INC.

Pre-plan your funeral with Corleto-Latina Funeral Home and let us show you all of the CHOICES that you really have. 652-6642 Age 84, of Rehoboth Beach, DE, and Murfreesboro, TN passed away Wednesday, September 22 in Murfreesboro. He was the son of the late Harry and the late Fannie (Maybrey) Seemans of Odessa, DE. A native of DE, he resided with his son Ray, in Murfreesboro, TN. "Lum" graduated from Middletown High School and The Perkiomen School in PA.

He served in WWII and the Korean War as a first class petty officer. He worked in sales for many years and was the founder of Guardian Fence Company. After retiring to Rehoboth Beach he went to work as a real estate broker. "Lum" enjoyed reading, sailing, drawing and spending time with his grandchildren. He attended World Outreach Church in Murfreesboro, TN.

He is survived by his wife, Betty B. Seemans of Rehoboth Beach; 3 sons, David L. and his wife, Ruth Ann of Blackbird, DE, Harry T. and his wife, Linda of Bozman, MD, and Ray B. and wife, Emmie of Murfreesboro, his, 2 step children, Jeffrey W.

Seemans and his wife, Pam, and Beverly B. Seemans of Marshallton, DE; 4 grandchildren, David, Dale, Christie and Katie; and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Edith Blood, who died in 1988. A memorial service will be held at 1 pm Wednesday, October 6, 2004 at PARSELL FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORIUM, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 1449 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE. Burial will private.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Delaware Chapter, 1306 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE, 19805. Ursula Gompertz Shaw Age 85 died Monday, September 27, 2004 at Merwick Rehabilitation Center, Princeton. Born in Hanover, Germany, she escaped Germany in 1938. She fought in the British Army during World War against the Nazis. She lived in Uruguay for 30 years before moving to the US in 1963.

She returned to Uruguay for 5 years before moving to the US in 1970 where she lived in Wilmington, DE for 28 years. She moved to Franklin Park in 1998. She relocated to Belle Mead earlier this year. Mrs. Shaw was also a congregant of the Jewish Community Center of Belle Mead.

was predeceased by her husband, Ben Shaw in 2001. Surviving are 1 daughter, Carol Jones and her husband, Frank of Belle Mead, and grandchildren, Alexander a David, Joshua Adam, and Lauren Anne Jones. Graveside services were held on Monday, September 27, 2004 at Beth Israel Cemetery, Woodbridge under the direction of MOUNT SINAI MEMORIAL CHAPELS, East Brunswick. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's 400 Morris Suite 251, Denville, NJ 07834; or Princeton Hospice, 208 a Bunn Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540, or Jewish Community Center of Belle Mead. Rabbi's Discretionary Fund, 253 Belle iggstown Belle Mead, NJ 08502.

Ladeshia Ann Smiga "Lou" Amado H. Mandujano, Sr. Age 53 of Milton, DE died Sept. 26, 2004 at Beebe Medical Center. Services 1 pm at SHORT FUNERAL SERVICES, 416 Federal Milton where friends may call from 7-9 pm Wednesday and 11-1 am Thursday.

Charles Lewis Morse Age 87 of Rehoboth Beach, DE, died Monday, September 27, 2004 in Salisbury Genesis Elder Care, Salisbury, MD. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late William H. and the late Cora E. (Mann) Morse. Mr.

Morse worked for the Dupont Company for 41 years as a chemical engineer. His memberships included, the Kiwanis Club in Rehoboth Beach, All Saints Episcopal Church in Rehoboth Beach, DE, and Hiram Lodge 21 AM in Seaford, DE. He was in the US Army and served during WW including D- Day. Survived by his wite, Kathryn Morse; 1 daughter, Deborah Morse of Salisbury, MD; 2 sons, Charles of Dallas, TX and Kauai, HI, and Phillip Morse of Whitehaven, PA, and 1 brother, William H. Morse, Jr.

of Bath, NY. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Cynthia Morse. A private funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Thursday, September 30, 2004 at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery Chapel in Millsboro, DE. Father Max Wolf will officiate. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations be sent to the American Diabetes Association, 114 Baptist Salisbury, MD 21801.

Arrangements are being handied by HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOME, 501 Snow Hill Salisbury, MD 21804. Visit www.dmvobits.com. Mrs. Ladeshia Ann. "Lou" Smiga, age 49 of Middletown, DE died on Tuesday, September 21, 2004, at Christiana Hospital.

Born in Wilmington on May 8, 1955, Mrs. Smiga was a graduate of William Penn High School. She was employed as a business systems analyst with Alico, Inc. in Wilmington for 12 years until her retirement in 1995. A devout Christian, Mrs.

Smiga was a member of Fair Haven Church in Middletown and had served as the church's secretary. She will be remembered her devotion to her family and for her great love of music. She is survived by 3 sons, Gregory Smiga, at home, Christopher Smiga of Buford, GA and Matthew Smiga of Marietta, GA; mother, Barbara Alice Jackson Cox of Wilmington; 2 brothers, Harold Cox and his wife, Kathleen, of Bear and John Cox and his wife, Francine Young, of Newark; 3 sisters, Barbara Spilka of Bear, Connie Hicks and her husband, Arthur, of New Castle and Debra Tarker and her husband, Thomas, of Newark; former spouse, Tom Smiga of New Castle; and 6 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother, William W. Cox; and her father, Harry Ray Cox.

A memorial service will be held at 7 pm on Thursday, September 30, 2004, at Ogletown Baptist Church, 316 Red Mill Road. Newark. lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to National Kidney Foundation, 30 E. 33rd Street, Ste. 1100, New York, NY 10016.

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