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of of of of of of of of of of and and 0 0 000 Sc i NEWS JOURNAL, FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2000 OBITUARIES TODAY'S OBITUARIES Andrews, Frederick Beatty, Howard Binck, Walter J. Carpenter, William DiMatteo, Dominic A. Granan, John Hammond, Charlotte Handy, Ethel Healey, David Holler, Robert Johns, Alice Jones, Shirley Joynes, Christian L. Lacey, Phyllis Ann Lank, Mary E. Marshall, Harrison McCormick, S.

Leslie McDonald, Marjorie P. Morgan, Raymond Olivero, John Pack, Leslie C. Pickell, Olivia Price, Blanche E. Rowe, John Starkey, Shirley A. Thomas, Sharon Walton, Warrington, Whyte, Joseph obituaries running for the first time.

Frederick W. Andrews, Il Of Dover, died Wednesday, January 12, 2000 in General Hospital, 85. He was born on September 24, 1914 in Fairhaven, MA, son of the late Edwin H. Andrews and Sadie M. Beals Andrews.

Mr. was a graduate of Harvard Univers. sity, Class of 1936 and held a degree in chemistry. He began his working career in Akron, OH with the B.F. Goodrich Company and later held a position as executive president with Playtex and ILC of Dover, retiring in 1969.

He was active with the Kent General Hospital board on which he served as president for 4 years. He was an avid golfer and a member of Maple Dale Country Club, woodworker and loved to travel. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Teryll "Terry" Andrews Records in August 1995. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, JoAnn Andrews; a sister, Shirley Pernie of Houston, and Nene nephew, Douglas D. Pernie of York, NY.

Private services will be at the family's convenience. Those wishing to express their condolences may do so with letters or cards addressed to the family at 136 Westminster Drive, Dover, DE 19904. Arrangements by Pippin Funeral Home, Wyoming. Howard L. Beatty Age 80, of Wilmington, died Wednesday January 12, 2000 in the Christiana Hospital.

Mr. Beatty was a driver for Anchor Motor Freight, retiring in 1973 after 27 years of service. He was a member of the Eureka DuPont Masonic Lodge, a member of Delaware Consistory 32nd Degree and was involved in the European Theatre in WWII and Northern Africa. He was a member of Teamster Union He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Eleanor W. Beatty; his sons, Howard L.

"Bill" Beatty and Robert L. Beatty, both of Rising Sun, MD and David Tilghman of Salisbury, MD; his daughter, Barbara Anderson of Salisbury, MD; his grandchildren, Carlotta, Robert, Robin, Dawn, Debbie, Cole and Cindy; his great grandchildren, Mike, Megan, Jed, Cassidy, David, Jamie, Natalie and Jessie. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at Gracelawn Memorial Park Chapel, N. DuPont Parkway, on Saturday morning, January 15, 2000 at 9:45 a.m. where friends may call after 9 a.m.

A Masonic Service will be at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be in the adjoining memorial park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 1310 Punahou Honolulu, HI 96826. Arrangements by the DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME Pike Creek Walter J. Binck, D.D.S.

Age 58, of Altus, OK, died suddenly on December 26, 1999. He was a graduate of Salesianum High School, the University of Delaware and the Temple University School of Dentistry. After serving in the US Air Force, he practiced dentistry in Altus for 26 years. He was a member of the American Dental Association, the Oklahoma Dental Association, and the Southwest Oklahoma Dental Association where he served as former president. Dr.

Binck was the son of the late Walter J. Binck, Sr. who died on December 31, 1999 and the late Marie Mulrine Binck. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Phyllis Hembree; 2 sons, Brian W. Binck, M.D.

and Michael J. all of Oklahoma; a brother, William F. Binck of Delaware City; and a sister, Nancy Press of Hockessin. A memorial mass for Dr. Binck will be celebrated at Salesianum High School on Saturday January, 15, 2000 at 10 a.m.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend. William Carpenter Age 73, died Jan. 9, 2000 in Kent General Hospital, Dover. Husband of the late Julia Carpenter. Beloved father of Laverne, Michael Geralyn Henderson, William Carpenter the late Robert Vanessa Henderson.

Brother of Anna ThoFrederick Clifton the late Helen Clifton; 9 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 2 daughters-inlaw, Rose Valerie Henderson, family friends. Mr. Carpenter was a roofer for over years and had formerly been a boxer. Funeral 11 am Jan. 14 at CONGO FUNERAL HOME, 2317 N.

Market viewing 10-11. Burial Riverview Cemetery. Dominic Anthony "Wiggles" DiMatteo Age 82, of away Tuesday 11, 2000 at the Veterans' Affairs Nursing Center after a battle with cancer. Dominic was born I in Wilmington January 12, 1917 to the late Dominic Josephine (Pellicone) DiMatteo. An army veteran of received several were presented Senator Joseph given to him were The Infantryman pean-African-Middle paign Medal, The ice Lapel Conduct Medal 11 Victory Medal.

original members of Italy in America mont Lodge a member of St. the Veterans of gion and the Sons Dominic is survived 59 years, Elda his 6 children, Matteo, Josephine Elda Aubertin, Assunta of Anchorage, Hill, CA, Joseph, DiMatteo of Mary Perrigrino grandchildren A Funeral Mass St. Anthony, of 9th morning, January followed by interment ware Veterans' Visitation will be LES P. ARCARO HOME, 2309 Cathedral Monday evening, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Memorial donations to the American Reads Way, 19720.

Services RENA FUNERAL World War I1, he to 1988 by medals, which Biden. The medals The Bronze Star, Badge, The EuroEastern CamHonorable ServButton, The Good and The World War He was one of the of the Order Sons Prince of Piedas well as being Anthony's Club, War American Leof Columbus. by his wife of (Deramo) DiMatteo; Emidio" "Motts" DiMatteo all of Wilmington, Siclari of Pleasant "C-Joe" DiMatteo AK and Antoinette Wilmington; his sister, of Millsboro; 6 6 great grandchil- will be offered at Padua R.C. Church Sts. any Tuesday 18 9:30 a.m., in the DelaMemorial Cemetery.

held at the CHARFUNERAL Lancaster Ave. (Opp. 658-9095) on January 17 from may be made Cancer Society, 92 New Castle, DE Arranged By LONGO DIRECTOR John R. Granan Of South Edgehill Acres, Dover, died on Thursday, January 13th at Kent General Hospital. He was 68 years old.

Mr. Granan was born on November 5, 1931 in Reading, PA to John and Mariam Granan. He attended Reading public schools, graduating from Reading High School in 1949. Following graduation, he and several friends joined the Pennsylvania Air National Guard. They were called to active duty during the Korean Conflict and stationed at Dover Air Force Base.

He served there on active duty, in 1952, then joined the Delaware Air National Guard, serving until 1988, a total of 36 years, retiring with the rank of Lt. Colonel. He married Florence Ann Hubbard of Dover in 1951. They became the parents of 2 daughters and grandparents of 5 grandchildren. They were married for 48 years.

He graduated from the University of Delaware in 1959 and received his Masters degree in 1962. He furthered his education receiving an additional 45 plus credits in administration. Most of his educational employment was in the Smyrna School District, where he served as teacher, elementary principal at Clayton Elementary School, and administrative assistant for the School District, retiring in 1989. He had also served as principal in the Milford School District at Lakeview Elementary School for 2 years. Bowling was his favorite hobby, and he, participated in yearly Air National Guard tournaments throughout the country for the past 30 years.

He and his wife used these times to travel leisurely to various areas for extended vacations. They both visiting Assateague, VA, and for the past 15 years vacationed in Clearwater Beach, FL, following the Phillies and rooting from the seats behind the dugout. Mr. Granan is survived by wife of 48 years, Florence 'Hubbard Granan; 2 daughters, Gayle Ann Pusey of Dover and Cathy Lynn Price of Smyrna; grandchildren, Jessica Pusey, Amy and Allison Chadwick, and Matthew and Sarah Mills. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 17th at 2 pm at TORBERT FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1145 E.

Lebanon Road, Dover. Friends may call at the funeral hold on Sunday evening from 7-9 pm. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Camden. Card of Thanks The GRAHAM, Family LOUIST. Graham wishes to express sincere thanks to everyone for their acts of kindness during our recent bereavement.

It was greatly appreciated. Special thanks to Rick at McCrery's Funeral Home for taking care of everything so perfectly, also GM Corp. and its union for all their kindness. Sara V. Graham and Family WILLIAMS, Harry Family of Harry Williams would like to thank the Rev.

Doctor Clifford Johnson and the Shiloh Church Family, Rev. Doctor Maurice Moyer, J. Llewellyn Bell Memorial Chapel, and the many family and friends for your prayers, and the love and kindness shown to us during our time of bereavement. Your many expressions of sympathy will always be remembered. Lucille Williams and Family.

Professional Service EDWARD M. SOSNOWSKI DIRECTOR CORLETO LATINA FUNERAL HOME. INC. 652-6642 Charlotte Nichols Hammond Age 89, formerly of Bridgeville, DE, died January 11, 2000 at the Millsboro Nursing Home of natural causes. Mrs.

Hammond was born in Melrose, MA to the late Walter and Agnes Nichols. She was a graduate of Melrose High School and Boston School of Domestic Arts and Science. Mrs. Hammond was a member of Union United Methodist Church, Bridgeville, DE for 54, years, and had served as President the W.S.C.S., the society. She was an early president of the Nanticoke Hospital Auxiliary and a founding member and officer of the Woodbridge Art League.

She served as a Girl Scout leader of the Bridgeville Troop in the 1940's, and as a volunteer teacher of lip-reading techniques to residents at the Methodist Manor House in Seaford, DE. Her husband, Dr. John C. Hammond, died in 1996. Mrs.

Hammond is survived by a son, Jack Hammond of Riverside, Millsboro, DE; a daughter, Kay H. Lewis of Bridgeville; 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at the Union United Methodist Church, Laws and Market 1 Bridgeville, DE, Saturday, January 15 at p.m. Burial will be in the Bridgeville Cemetery. The family suggests contributions to Delaware Hospice, 600 S.

19947 or to the Union United MethDuPont Georgetown, DE odist Church Bell Choir, 2 N. Laws Bridgeville, DE 19933. Ethel Leona Handy Age 60, of Atlanta, GA, formerly of Wilmington, late Neonta and Charles Franklin Handv. passed away January 9, 2000 after a long battle of illness. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah (Candi) Jones of Wilmington, DE and son Darren Price, Sr.

of DE, daughter of the Philadelphia, PA; 5 sisters, Barbara D. Bush, Alicia Bayard, Rachael Bush, Violet Carney, of Wilmington, DE and Patricia Smith of Greensboro, NC; 4 grandchildren, Lorestee Handy, Darren Price, Ticorramarie Armstrong and Alexis Peoples; 1 great grandchild, Jazlyn Handy and a host of stepchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Due to her long illness a memorial service will be held at Sharon Temple Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2001 Washington Wilmington, DE at 4 p.m. on January 16, 2000. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Compassionate Care Hospice of Christiana.

Professional Services Entrusted to ROBERT O. WRIGHT David Barry Healey Age 58, of Landenberg, PA, died Thursday January 13, 2000 at Christiana Hospital. David Barry Healey is now out of the body and present with his LORD Savior on the 13th day of January. Left with precious family remembrances is his beloved, CHERISHed and (devoted) wife of 39 marvelous years (or almost 4 decades), Donnalee (Todd) Healey. He also leaves behind his wonderful endearing mother, Edna Mae (White) from Old Forge, PA.

His brother, James, departed this world for Heaven followed by his father, Thomas, Mr. Healey revered adored his adult children and their 4 loved and spoiled progeny. Mourning the loss is his younger daughter, Audrea Paige with her (daughter) Audriana residing in New Castle; and older son, Tod Landon with his wife Donna Lee and their youngsters, Tod Landon, Jr. from Wilmington, and Ashley Austin from Greenville, NC, along with his only nephew James with his wife Ann and their son Shawn from Stanton, Margaret Rogers (Healey) from Elmhurst also shares the grief of her nephews departure yet rejoices in our celestial reunion. Mr.

Healey was employed as a Senior Research Technician for the E.I. DuPont Experimental Station. In memory of HIM, contributions may be made to Kemblesville United Methodist Church for the Asbury College or Avon Grove Church of the Nazarene School Robert T. Jones Foard, 122 W. Main Newark, DE 19711.

Celebration of Remembrance will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, January 16, 2000, Kemblesville United Methodist Church, Rte. 896, Kemblesville, PA with Pastors Reid Stroud and' Wayne Krell officiating, casual attire requested. Robert A. Holler Age 86, of Earleville, MD, died Tuesday, January 11, 2000 at Kent General Hospital, Dover, DE.

Services: private. Arrangements by BRYSON FUNERAL HOME, Smyrna, DE. Alice P. Johns Age 80, of Lewes, DE, died Monday January 10, 2000 at her home. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, George Johns.

Services will I be private. Arr. by MELSON FUNERAL SERVICES. Long Neck. Shirley E.

Jones Age 63, of Leedom Estates, died January 8, 2000. Services and interment: private. Arrangements by CREMATION SERVICE OF DELAWARE. In Memoriam HAYLE, Chris In loving memory of you on your 28th Birthday. Seems like just yesterday that we met.

Words cannot express the love have for you. Missing you deeply, love you for life, Happy Birthday! Love, Stacey SMALLWOOD, JOEY As the years go since you left us, you are sadly missed by Grandmom Zoli Mother Barbara Family Christian L. Joynes Of Wilmington, DE, age 83, died Monday January 10, 2000 at Governor Bacon, Delaware City. Services: 11 a.m. Saturday, January 15 at THE HOUSE OF WRIGHT MORTUARY, 208 E.

35th Wilmington. Survived by daughter, Jane Joynes-Gibbs; granddaughter, Sherawn J. Thomas; grandson Patrice F. Gibbs; devoted niece, Muriel N. Bradley; brother, Clarence Joynes of Bronx, NY; sister, Helen Valentine of Bronx, NY; several nieces, nephews and friends.

Professional Services Entrusted to ROBERT O. WRIGHT Phyllis Ann "Pug" Lacey 59, of Newark, died on Mon- Age day January 10, 2000 at home. Mrs. Lacey was a homemaker and avid reader. She greatly enjoyed life, especially time spent with her family.

She loved the beach and enjoyed the sound of the ocean and will be sadly missed. Phyllis is survived by her husband of 25 years, Bruce C. Lacey; her daughter Jacqueline Ewasko of Bear; stepdaughter Virginia J. Whitman of Darby, PA; stepson James P. Lacey of Jimthorpe, PA, stepmother Catherine Howell; mother-in-law, Virginia Lacey; brothers, Thomas E.

Howell, and Lepkowski, Steve Gifford; Theresa sisters, Sartin Elaine Judy Gifford; grandchildren Cole, Rachael, Rebecca, Akaya and Jamie; 8 nieces and nephews, 7 great nieces and nephews and cousins, Nancy Blankenship and Joan Blood. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas E. Howell and Mary Gifford and her cousin Linda Joswick. Services will be Saturday January 15, 2000 at 10 a.m. in the MCCRERY MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Kirkwood Hwy.

Duncan Rd. where friends may call on Friday evening from 7-9 p.m. Burial will be in Silverbrook Cemetery. Mary E. Lank January 15, 10:30 am at the Corpus Christi R.C.

Church, 901 New Elsmere. Friends call at the KRIENENGRIFFITH FUNERAL HOME, 1400 Kirkwood Elsmere on Saturday morning from 9-10 am. Interment in All Saints Cemetery. Mrs. Lank was a life-long homemaker and was preceded in death by her husband, Frank W.

Lank, who died in 1988. She is survived by her son, Richard F. Lank, Sr. and his wife Peggy of Elsmere; and his daughter, Mary "Mitzi" Stevens of Norwalk, CT; and her beloved grandchildren, Cyndie, Richard, Nancy, David and Patricia; and 11 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Ministry of Caring, 506 N.

Church DE 19801. For information: KRIENEN-GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOMES 994-9614 Of Churchman's Village, formerly of Bellefonte, age 90, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, 12, 2000. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass in celebration of her life on Saturday, Harrison M. Marshall Age 88, died January 12, 2000 at his daughter's home, 20 Bunker Hill Rd. Penn Acres.

Husband of the late Rachel V. Marshall who died in 1971. Beloved father of Gloria Marshall Mathis her husband Clarence) the Rudolph, Norwood Dennard Mar- of Janie shall. Brother of Janie Bagwell. Loving grandfather of Marc Mathis, Ardella Clark, Lamotte, Sheila, Denise, Karen Leslie Marshall; several great grandchildren, 2 sisters-in-law, Eloise Thelma Marshall; 14 nieces, 10 nephews, other family friends.

Mr. Marshall had worked for Feinberg Furniture 39 years and for the DuPont Co. for 25 years. He was a member Ezion Mt. Carmel U.M.

Church. Funeral 11 am Jan. 18 at Ezion Mt. Carmel U.M. Church, 800 N.

Walnut viewing 9-11 a am only. Gracelawn Memorial Park. CONGO FUNERAL HOME S. Leslie McCormick Age 77 of Wilmington, passed away at his late residence on Friday, January 7, 2000. Mr.

McCormick was a WWII veteran and was employed at Hercules for 38 years, where 18 of those years were spent in the San Francisco office. He retired in 1979 as Traffic Manager. He was an avid golf enthusiast. He worked a volunteer at the McDonald's LPGA Championship for 10 years. He loved his family and enjoyed his friends.

Mr. McCormick is survived by his wife of 57 years, Augusta; 3 sons, Capt. Gary McCormick and his wife Nancy stationed at Keesler AFB, David and his wife, Joann of Williamsburg, VA, Wilmington, DE; 3 grandchildren, Michael, Christina and Suzanne; 2 sisters, Laura Jones of Oxford, PA and Elsie Woodward of Newark, DE, and a brother, Robert, also of Newark, DE. A Memorial service will be held at 1 pm Saturday, January 15, 2000 at the MCCRERY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 3924 Concord Pike, Talleyville, (S. of Silverside In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Delaware Hospice 3515 Silverside DE 19810.

Marjorie Purner McDonald Age 83, of Foulk Manor North, formerly of Sharpley, died on Tuesday January 11, 2000. Born in Town Point, MD, she graduated from Chesapeake City High School and Beacom College. She worked for 15 years for Charles C. Kurtz Sons, a real estate company where she was assistant treasurer. She was a member of the Mt.

Lebanon U.M. Church. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Malcolm A. a McDonald; 2 daughters, Jeanne M. and husband Mark Brennesholtz of Emerald Isle, NC and Gail M.

Reed of Wilmington; grandson, Paul A. Brennesholtz of Nashville, TN; granddaughter, Carol B. Reeve of Cincinnati, OH and grandson, Bryan A. Reed of Arlington, VA; Wil- 1 sister, Genevieve P. Farra of mington; and 1 brother, William Purner of PA.

Funeral services will be Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 11:45 a.m. in the Gracelawn Memorial Park Chapel where friends may call after 11 a.m. Interment will be in adjoining cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Mt. Lebanon U.M.

Church, 850 Mt. Lebanon Wilmington, DE 19803 or Compassionate Care Hospice, 623 W. Newport Pike, Wilmington, DE 19804. Arrangements by MCCRERY FUNERAL HOME Raymond J. Morgan Age 73, of Port Charlotte, FL, died Jan.

12, 2000. Survivors: wife, Maxine Morgan; daughters, Cheryl Genovese, Jacquelyn Burch Annette Wheeler; sisters, Gladys Mounts Mary Marie Short; brothers, Howard Willas; 5 grandchildren 2 great grandchildren. Visitation: 6-8 pm today at the Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel. Service: 10 am Sat. at Restlawn Memorial Gardens Port Charlotte.

Entombment: private. Contributions: Sonshine Baptist Church, 23105 Veterans Port Charlotte, FL 33954. Arr. by ROBERSON FUNERAL PORT CHARLOTTE CHAPEL. John C.

Olivero John C. Olivero, who built, owned and operated several area motels over the course of the nearly 45 years in the hospitality industry, passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2000 at Manor Care in Pike Creek. He was 88. John, of New Castle, was born in Cassine, Italy. He came to America as a child with his family, settling in Penns Grove, NJ.

In the 1930s, slaten built the Royal Oak Hotel on Road, in Delaware, which he operated into the 1940s. The Royal Oak included a restaurant, banquet room, and cocktail lounge, and served as Greyhound bus terminal for the New Castle area. John and his wife, Teresa, moved to Odessa, DE, in the 1940s. It was there that John built and operated the Pleasant Hill Motel and the Odessa as well as The Hearth Restaurant. During the late 1960s, the Oliveros moved to the New Castle area, where he owned several motels and a diner before retiring in 1975.

The Oliveros were devoted to Our Lady of Fatima Parish, where they enjoyed singing and were active in the Parish Council. In the early 1990s, John became known as "The Donut Man" at Fatima, where he gave donuts to one and all after Mass. He also shared donuts at several area senior centers, including Fraim and Weston. John looked forward to rejoining Teresa, his wife of more than 50 years, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Joseph.

John will be missed by the many friends and loving family members he leaves behind: his son, Pierre and daughter-in-law, Peggy, who cared for him; a sister Mary Del Campo; his 5 grandchildren, Susan Hopkins, Karen Gray, Peter Olivero, Donna Olivero-Walker Joseph Olivero; and 6 happy great grandchildren. Friends are invited to call Saturday, January 15, 2000 between 9 and 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church, 801 N. DuPont Parkway, Wilmington Manor, New Castle, DE.

Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 a.m. Entombment in Cathedral Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Edmond's Academy, 2120 Veale Wilmington, DE 19810 or Archmere Academy, 3600 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703. SPICER Arrangements -MULLIKIN FUNERAL HOMES To Our Readers The News Journal Company offers eight lines of an Obituary free of charge for the first insertion.

Families who wish to present additional information may do so at a nominal fee. For further information, and to place an Obituary, please consult your funeral director. Leslie C. Pack Age 91, of Wilmington, passed away Monday, January 10, 2000 in: the Christiana Hospital. Mr.

Pack was born in South Hampton, England on August 24, 1908. At age 14, he went to work for the Cunard Line serving on their ocean liners, including the Mauretania and Aquitania. While with Cunard, he trained to become a chef. Mr. Pack came to the United States in 1928 and married his wife, Jeanette in 1938.

During World War, Il, he served in the United States Army in the South Pacific as a mess sergeant under General MacCarther. Mr. Pack continued in: his career as a chef, most recently with Oliver's Restaurant in the Holiday Inn, until retiring at the age ofn 90. He is survived by his wife of 61t years, Jeanette (Teoli) Pack; his children, Royerik Pack of Los Angeles, CA, John Pack of Greece, his brother, John Pack of Engand Elizabeth Line, of Wilmington; land; his sister, June Warner of New Jersey; and his grandchildren, i Erik, Blythe, Gabriel and Venessa. A Memorial Service will be held at St.

Barnabas Episcopal Church, 2800 Duncan Rd. on Saturday morning, January 15 at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mr. Pack's memory may be made to the Salvation Army or the Delaware Humane Society. Services Arranged By RENA LONGO FUNERAL DIRECTOR ARCARO FUNERAL HOME Olivia H.

Pickell Age 90, of Wilmington, died Wednesday January 12, 2000 in, the Kentmere Nursing Care Center. Mrs. Pickell was a retired registered nurse. She is survived by her3 stepsons, Robert Pickell and John. Pickell, both of Flemington, NJ and William Pickell of Florida; her cousins, Gary Preston and Nancy.

Preston, both of Maryland; and her best friend, Dorothy E. Hazewski of Wilmington. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at the DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME, 1900 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington, on. Saturday morning, January 15 at 11 a.m. where friends may call after 10 a.m.

Interment will be private. 90, Blanche E. Price Age 76, died Jan. 10 in Wilm.Hosp. Beloved aunt of William and Shirley Lofland; great aunt of Valerie Bailey Nicole Lofland; great-great aunt of Merl Lofland, Dawn Christina Robinson.

Miss Price as a domestic for over 40 years. She was a long time member of 1st Olivet Pres. byterian Church where she was a. Willing Worker volunteered at Emmanuel Hall. Funeral 1 pm Jan.

14 at CONGO FUNERAL HOME, 201 N. Gray Ave. Viewing 11-1. Burial: Riverview Cemetery. John E.

Rowe Age 54, of Newark, passed away, in Roswell, New Mexico. Arrangements by DOHERTY FUNERAL HOME Pike Creek suddenly on January 11, 2000. Mr. Rowe was self-employed in the cable harness industry for 12 years. He was a member of the Newark Elks Lodge and the ware Camera Club.

He is the son of Mrs. Celeste Henderson of Roswell, NM and the late John E. Rowe of Cheyenne, WY. He is survived by his wife of 20, years, Danella; 2 brothers, Keith Rowe of Colorado Springs, CO and Paul Henderson of Detroit, MI; and 1 sister, Cheri Henderson of Buffalo Gap, TX. A Memorial Service is being held Shirley A.

Starkey Formerly of Elsmere, age, 60, died Tuesday, January the Emily Bissell Hospital. She had battled Multiple sclerosis for over 20. years. Mass: 10 am Friday, January 14 at the Corpus Christi R.C. Church, 901 New Elsmere.

Friends may call church from 9-10 am Friday morning. Entombment: Cathedral Cemetery. Shirley worked in sales and advertising with the Hyman and Riever Co. in Wilmington for over. 20 years.

She was a member of the Corpus Christi R.C. Church. She is survived by her 2 sons, Sean C. Starkey of Sudlersville, MD. and B.

Scott Carmean of DE. For information: KRIENEN-GRIFFITH FUNERAL HOMES 994-9614 Straight Answers to Dificult Questions The one number to call about: Cremation and Funeral Costs Prearrangement Memorials 1-800- CREMATION.