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Grace S. Price, avid bridge player
Grace Satterfield Price, 94 ,of Lewes, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2009, at Cadbury at Lewes.
She was born July 13, 1914, in Townsend, daughter of the late Latimer Satterfield and Eva Alfree Satterfield.
Mrs. Price was a graduate of Beacom Business School and worked her early years with the Department of Welfare as a bookkeeper in Elkton, Md. She then married her husband of 45 years, Julian C. Price, who died in 1987. She was an avid bridge player, loved the beach, and most importantly, was a wonderful mother, grandmother and friend.
She is survived by her son Jay Price and his wife Nancy of Manasquan, N.J.; a daughter, Patricia P. Hocker and her husband Mark of Lewes; grandsons Jay Price, Bryan Price and Sean Price, all of Sea Girt, N.J.; and grandson Keith Hocker and granddaughter Paige Hocker of Lewes; great-grandson Aidan Price and great-granddaughters Grace Price, Ainsley Price and Samantha Price, all of Sea Girt.
Services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 13, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins- Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, where friends may call one hour prior to services. Burial will follow at Epworth Methodist Cemetery in Rehoboth Beach. In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to Compassionate Care Hospice of the Delmarva Peninsula, 31038 Country Gardens Blvd., Dagsboro, DE 19939.

Justin J. Lesko, UD freshman
Justin (“Ja Ja” to his family) James Lesko of Lewes, 19, died tragically Sunday, June 7, 2009, at work while cleaning a pool.
Justin was born March 23, 1990, to his loving parents Leslie and Jim Lesko at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes. Even as a young boy, Justin was charming (his smile was disarming) and articulate. He was a deep, insightful thinker who loved to challenge the status quo. Justin championed the underdogs but loved to tease his siblings and teachers alike. His motto was “Have fun now, work later.”
Justin was a freshman at the University of Delaware, Georgetown campus. He graduated from Cape Henlopen High School in 2008 (the kid who wore sunglasses!). Justin attended The Jefferson School from pre-K through sixth grade and attended the Sussex Academy of Arts and Sciences throughout middle school.
He said that his years at the Jefferson School and the Sussex Academy were the best of his life. Justin was a gifted writer but hated writing. He talked about opening his own business making surfboards or becoming a park ranger.
Justin’s favorite pastimes included surfing and skateboarding at Cape Henlopen State Park and having bonfires with his longtime friends (“his boys”); camping with the Boy Scouts, his dad and his brother; target shooting with his grandfather; woodworking; and jamming with his Gibson and amps big enough for an auditorium. His other pleasures included watching the History Channel, debating his parents’ rules and hanging out with his best girl, Victoria.
Evan, his 12-year-old brother, has many fond memories of the time they spent together. Justin would play guitar while Evan accompanied him on the drums. Justin taught Evan the finer points of ollies and kick flips on his short board and coasting on his long board around the neighborhood. Jayden, his 7-year-old sister, will miss Justin reading her stories at bedtime and having the comfort of him falling asleep beside her.
A guy with a big heart, Justin visited nursing homes on Sundays with Coach McDowell, helped neighbors with heavy chores and planted beach grass at the state park.
Throughout his childhood, Justin was a gifted athlete, enjoying basketball at the Sussex YMCA, soccer with Henlopen Soccer Club and baseball with the Lewes Little League.
In high school Justin had a passion for football and played various positions including center, special teams and offensive linebacker.
Justin is survived by his grieving family Jim, Leslie, Evan and Jayden Lesko; maternal grandparents, Barbara and James Ruhe; his aunt, Krista Ruhe and uncle Gregory Ruhe; paternal grandmother, Rita Lesko; paternal aunts/uncles, Patricia and Jim Tromans and Jean and Don McKenna; Tom and Diane Lesko; and many, many cousins. Justin will always be remembered for his smile, compassion and love for his family and friends.
In lieu of flowers the family would be grateful for contributions to the Justin Lesko Nature Memorial Fund, c/o PNC Bank, 17725 Coastal Highway, Lewes, DE 19958.
A tribute to Justin will be held at 8 p.m., Friday, June 12, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes. Friends may begin calling at the funeral home at 5 p.m. Beach attire is encouraged. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Saturday, June 13, at Mary, Mother of Peace Church at the corner of Route 24 and Mt. Joy Road, Oak Orchard. Interment will be private.
A lunch will follow at the Glade Development Clubhouse, 16 Glade Farm Drive, Rehoboth Beach.

Susan M. Jones, retired teacher
Susan M. Jones, 61, of Lewes, died peacefully Monday, June 8, 2009, at Christiana Hospital in Newark, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Jones was born Nov. 22, 1947, in Harrisburg, Pa., daughter of the late George Smith and Mrs. Jean McQuaid Smith, who lives in Lancaster, Pa.
Mrs. Jones retired in 2005 after more than 20 years as a teacher at Shields Elementary School in Lewes. She was a graduate of Bishop McDevitt High School and Shippensburg College. She was a member of All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Rehoboth Beach. Her family was her life as well as her school family; she taught so many children over the years.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her sister Jacquelyn at an early age. She is survived her husband Harlan W. Jones; son Harlan Jones of Lewes; two daughters, Ellen Shockley of Milton and Sharon Williams of Media, Pa.; her sister Carol Sheesley of Lancaster; and four grandchildren, Casey and Chase Williams and Luke and Jack Shockley.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 12, at St. George’s Episcopal Chapel, Beaver Dam Road, Angola, with Fr. Max Wolf officiating. Burial will be in the adjacent All Saints’ Cemetery. Arrangements by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes.
In lieu of flowers contributions are suggested to All Saints’ Episcopal Church, 18 Olive Ave., Lewes, DE 19958.

Kelly Jean Fritchman, devoted wife, mother
Kelly Jean Fritchman, 32, of Rehoboth Beach, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, June 7, 2009, in the arms of her husband and surrounded by family, friends and her pastor. She endured a lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis without complaint and with the utmost optimism. Her outlook on life has truly inspired those who loved and knew her.
Kelly, who was born July 2, 1976, graduated from Dover High School in 1994 and the University of Delaware in 1998, where she earned a bachelor of science degree in exercise physiology. Despite her condition, she was an accomplished athlete at both institutions, breaking and maintaining three different varsity swimming records at Dover High School and as a member of the 1995–96 University of Delaware North Atlantic Conference championship team.
She worked diligently as co-founder and controller of Envirotech Environmental Consulting Inc. Kelly also served the town of Dewey Beach and the Dewey Beach Patrol with years of clerical, organizational and programming services. She recently acquired ownership of Morton Electric Motor Sales and Service in Lewes, where she worked as controller. She was also an active member of the Bethel United Methodist Church in Lewes.
Kelly is survived by her husband Todd and their two children, Melanie Jean, 6, and Charles James, 4. She is also survived by her mother Laurie Leary and stepfather Tom Leary; father Ron Leven; sisters Shannon Leary, Becky Leary and Heather Tunstill.
Kelly Jean was a devoted and endlessly loving mother, wife and daughter. She was truly the core and guiding light of her family. She touched many people with her kindness, love and support. She was a living angel.
Memorial services were held for her Wednesday, June 10, at the Bethel United Methodist Church in Lewes, and a celebration of her life was at The Glade community clubhouse immediately following her service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to be made in Kelly’s memory to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Great Strides Fundraising, Delaware Valley chapter, 2004 Sproul Road, Suite 208, Brookmall, PA 19008.

David T. Meyers, U.S. Airways retiree
David T. Meyers, 58, of Lewes, passed away at his residence Tuesday, June 2, 2009.
He was born Jan. 8, 1951, in Pittsburgh, Pa., son of the late William J. and Ruth M. Bares Meyers.
Mr. Meyers relocated to the beach in 2005 from Pittsburgh. He worked 23 years with U.S. Airways in Pittsburgh, most recently in the area of customer service. He received a degree in business management from Miami University of Ohio.
He is survived by his brother, Richard A. Meyers and Richard’s partner, Philip Adkins of Washington, D.C.
All services are private. Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 163, Salisbury, MD 21803-0163.

Laurel ‘Micky’ Hughes, Superior Title owner
Laurel M. Christy “Micky” Hughes, 52, passed away peacefully at the Milford Hospice Friday, June 5, 2009.
She was born Nov. 26, 1956, in Hinsdale, Ill. She was a 1974 graduate of Milford High School and attended Delaware Technical & Community College where she attained a 4.00 GPA in the paralegal program.
She was vice president, comptroller, chief title searcher and manager of the Title Plant for Superior Title Corporation and its owner, O’Leary Law Offices, for over 30 years. She was the spirit, heart and soul of the operation, according to Barbara-Cherrix O’Leary, and continued to work until the day she died. She volunteered help with a smile to all who had a title problem from “her table” in the Recorder of Deeds Office in Georgetown.
She was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary for VFW 6984 of Milton and member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post 28 of Millsboro. She enjoyed gardening, bowling and traveling, especially trips to New Orleans and Las Vegas. She was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan and loved her family and friends, especially her best friend and longtime companion, Robert MacLees.
Preceding her in death were her father, Herbert P. Christy; paternal grandparents, Paul and Martha Christy; maternal grandmother, Florence B. Coffin; stepfather, Charles Reed; and beloved black lab, Christy.
She is survived by dear friend and caregiver, Robert MacLees; her mother, Carolyn C. Reed; brother Kevin S. Christy and his wife; uncle Howard C. Christy; maternal grandfather, Chester Coffin; stepbrother, Patrick Reed; and stepsister, Kate Whitteker; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m., Thursday, June 18, in the chapel of Short Funeral Services, 609 E. Market St., Georgetown, where friends may call after 4 p.m. A reception will follow at the Coral Bay Restaurant on Route 9, Georgetown.
Donations in her memory may be made to the Tunnell Cancer Center, c/o Beebe Medical Center, 424 Savannah Road, Lewes, DE 19958.

Joseph Russell Sr., VFW life member
Joseph “Whitey” F. Russell Sr., 82, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2009, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes. He was born Dec. 22, 1926, in Philadelphia, Pa., son of the late Joseph A. and Helen Margaret Patterson Russell.
Mr. Russell served with the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a life member of VFW Post 7447, Rehoboth Beach and a member of American Legion Post 17, Lewes. He was very involved in his community, Aspen Meadows, where he served as a former president of the homeowners association. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Russell was preceded in death by his wife, Ida M. Shields Russell; and his son, Daniel J. Russell. He is survived by his three sons, Joseph R. Russell Jr. of Philadelphia, Edward J. Russell and his wife Susan M. of Langhorne, Pa., and Thomas M. Russell of Philadelphia; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a brother, William Russell of Milford.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Wednesday, June 10, at St. Jude the Apostle Church, Lewes, with interment at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro. The family will also have a Memorial Mass celebrated at 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 16, at St. Jerome Church, 8100 Colfax St., Philadelphia. Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Home of the Brave Foundation, 6632 Sharps Road, Milford, DE 19963.

Steven A. Reno, millwright
Steven A. Reno, 47, of Newark, died suddenly Sunday, June 7, 2009.
Born in Wilmington Oct. 1, 1961, Mr. Reno was a graduate of Delcastle High School. He was a millwright by profession and had been employed with MillPro Corporation in Wilmington for several years. An avid beachgoer, he particularly enjoyed fishing, crabbing and clamming. He was also a great fan of Philadelphia sports teams, including the Eagles, Sixers and Phillies. Most of all, Mr. Reno was a devoted family man who loved children, especially his beloved nieces and nephews.
He is survived by his parents, Marie Saragino and Louis Reno Jr. of Long Neck; brothers, Louis Reno III and wife Pat of Townsend; and Richard Reno of Newark; sister, Marlene West nd husband Mike of Georgetown; and seven nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 12, at the Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 N. DuPont Parkway, New Castle, where visitation will begin at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington.

Barbara Jane Bagwell, CHEER member
Barbara Jane Hood Bagwell, 69, passed away Friday, June 5, 2009, at Bayhealth Medical Center in Milford.
Barbara was born in Millsboro March 18, 1940. She was a lifelong resident of Delaware. She was a kind, loving person who, although legally blind, spent her life helping others. Barbara had many friends at the Slaughter Neck CHEER Center. She attended church faithfully and enjoyed studying the Bible. She attended Philadelphia Pentecostal Church in Ellendale for several years. The past four years, she attended Truth & Life Center in Georgetown.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Danny Bagwell; three sisters and one brother. She is survived by one sister, Marie Hood; a godson, Harlee “Sporty Joe” Watson; a niece, Madeline Parnell, who was her caregiver for the past 14 years; as well as a host of nieces and nephews and extended family.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, June 12, at the Philadelphia Pentecostal Holiness Church, Ellendale, where friends may call two hours prior to the service. Interment will be in the Old Hickory Cemetery, Slaughter Neck.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Truth & Life Center, P.O. Box 564, Georgetown, DE 19947. Arrangements are being handled by Bennie Smith Funeral Home, Milford.

Pandora H. Waples, Seaford resident
Pandora H. Waples, 52, of Seaford, departed this life Friday, June 5, 2009, at Thomas Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa.
Mrs. Waples was born Aug. 30, 1956, in Lewes, to Nora Smith of Seaford and the late Levin Handy.
She is survived by her husband, Dennard Waples of Seaford; a daughter, LaToya Waples of Seaford; a stepdaughter, Deknetra Perry of Wilmington; her mother, Nora Smith of Seaford; three sisters, Gail Thornton of Belcamp, Md., Eula (Calvin) Drummond of Frankford, and Shwanda (Robert) Lockwood of Seaford; her mother in-law, Ann Waples of Lewes; two sisters-in-law, Wendy Beckett of Norfolk, Va., and Denise Thomas of Lewes; one brother-in-law, Kevin Tull Sr. of Salisbury, Md.; nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Funeral services were held at Zoar U.M. Church, Selbyville. Burial was in Golden Acres Cemetery, Bishopville, Md. Arrangements were handled by Bennie Smith Funeral Home, Seaford.

Terry M. Kupfer, horse jockey
Terry M. Kupfer, 48, of Rehoboth Beach, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 7, 2009, at Heartland Hospice House in Wilmington.
He was born Nov. 29, 1960, in Baltimore, Md., son of Louis and Doris Hesterberg Kupfer of Rehoboth Beach.
Mr. Kupfer was a jockey who rode horses at Pimlico in Maryland and throughout the United States. He also enjoyed fishing and crabbing. He will be missed by many. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sister, Beverly Farley of Selbyville; and two brothers, Thomas J. Kupfer of Rehoboth Beach and William L. Kupfer of Martinsburg, W.Va. He was preceded in death by his brother Timothy Kupfer.
All services will be private. Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Heartland Hospice House, 5661 Ocheltree Road, Wilmington, DE 19808; or to American Legion Post 5, 300 King Charles Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.