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all of the races in Dover for many years. He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Dorothy Collins Williams, who he married on May 24, 1946; two daughters, Joyce W. Collins and Laurene Lord and her husband Gerald of Federalsburg; nine grandchildren, Brent A. Williams and Lisa of Denton, Md., Greg W. Williams and wife Suzanne of Lake Elsinore, Calif., Elwin F. Collins, Jr. and wife Mary Ann of Woodbine, Ga., Ira W. Williams, Jr. of Rhodesdale, Md., Eric W. Lord and Heather of Hurlock, Md., James V. Collins and Mary and Michael A. Lord all of Federalsburg, Geri K. Moxey and husband Joe of Church Road, Va., and Troup Lord of Trappe, Md.; 12 great-grandchildren; a sister, Florida Lea Sullivan of Delmar, Md. and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Ira Wayne Williams, Sr., on Dec. 27, 2005, and also a sister, Norma Faye Jefferson. His funeral service was May 6 at Framptom Funeral Home, P.A., in Federalsburg with the Rev. Dale Evans and the Rev. Dan Walker officiating. Interment of cremains with military honors was at Hill Crest Cemetery on May 9. The family requests donations in his memory to Caroline Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 362, Denton, MD 21629.
John G. Irons, 82 John G. Irons of Laurel died Monday, May 1, 2006 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md. He retired after 32 years of service with Alvan Tractor in Salisbury as a mechanic. He is predeceased by his parents Edwin and Jeanette Irons; a brother, Milford Irons, and a sister, Eileen Drum. Mr. Irons is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mary Irons of Laurel; a step-daughter, Joyce Vincent of Laurel, and a stepson, Fred Joseph of Houston; three sisters, Emogene Pancoast of Erie, Pa., and Helen Lucia of Warren, Pa., and Marie Nichoals of Morristown, Tenn.; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. His funeral service was at Centenary United Methodist Church, Laurel, on May 4, with the Rev. John Van Tine and Dr. Carl Vincent officiating. A committal service was Friday, May 5 at the Chapel of McKean Memorial Park Cemetery in Bradford, Pa. Contributions can be made in his name to Centenary United Methodist Church, 200 West Market St., Laurel, DE 19956. Arrangements were by Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home, Inc., Laurel.
Joseph S. Triglia, Sr., 94 Joseph S. Triglia, Sr. of Delmar died Tuesday, May 2, 2006, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Oct. 27, 1911 in Jamestown, N.Y., a son of Angelo F. Trigila, Sr. and Joseph Triglia Maria Sacca Triglia. He started driving a truck in 1933 before starting Triglia Transportation, which he and his family have owned and operat-
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ed since 1947. In the ’50s, he started Triglia Lumber Company. In the late 1960s he took over the family restaurant, Triglia’s Country House. In addition to the trucking and restaurant businesses, he was involved with many other enterprises over the years. He shared the founding of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church and supported St. Francis de Sales Catholic School since its inception. He was a charter member of the Knights of Columbus - St. Francis de Sales Council 3489, a charter and lifetime member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge, Chapter 1280 in Salisbury, a charter member and past-governor of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge in Delmar and a charter member of the Sons of Italy of Salisbury. He was also a long-time member of the Seaford Elks Club, and helped form various Moose lodges throughout the Eastern Shore and one of the founders and officers of the Delmar Republican Club. Mr. Triglia enjoyed the camaraderie of playing cards with his friends, Pinochle was his favorite. Most importantly, he will be remembered as a man who was a devoted father, husband and grandfather, who believed in spending time with his family. He was a quiet, compassionate humanitarian, helping many in need. He is survived by six children, Joseph S. Triglia, Jr., and his wife Barbara, Vincent A. Triglia, Antoinette V. Hastings, Rosemary T. Lynch, and her husband George, Anthony P. Triglia, and Theresa T. Trader and her husband Donald, all of Delmar; a granddaughter, Alisa J. Bloodsworth and her husband David; 12 additional grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; his longtime companion, Celia Ann Shaner of Delmar; a brother, Angelo F. Triglia; and a sister, Angeline Beauchamp. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Antoinette Bellomo Triglia, who died in 1992; a son, Angelo “Bebe” Triglia; daughter, Mary “Dolly” Melvin; two brothers, Vincent C. Triglia and Sebastian “Bennie” Triglia; and two sisters, Stella Nichols and Rosie DelSignore. Prayer services were on Tuesday, May 9, at Short Funeral Home, Delmar. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Delmar. The Rev. Edward M. Aigner, Jr. was celebrant. Interment followed the mass at St. Stephen’s Cemetery in Delmar.
THANK YOU It is with heartfelt gratitude that we thank all those who have supported and lovingly cared for our family during the illness and passing of our beloved husband, father and pop pop, Huey West Jr., “Pop”. Special thanks to Dr. Mousavi and his staff, Dr. Jain and his staff, Dr. Ferber, Dr. Gorgui, Nanticoke Memorial Hospital and the 5th floor nursing staff; Delaware Hospice and the caregivers who attended Pop’s needs at home, a very special thanks to Pop’s Hertrich Pontiac Buick family. All the cards, flowers, calls, visits and food shared with us show how many people Pop touched in is life. He was the best! Sincerely, Joyce, Huey III, Amy, Ricki and Jeri West
✳ MAY 11 - 17, 2006 Memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis de Sales Parish Center, 514 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801; or to Coastal Hospice at the Lake, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, MD 21802.
Beatrice Simonds, 74 Beatrice “Bea” Simonds of Whit’s Point near Millsboro died Thursday, May 4, 2006, at home. Mrs. Simonds was born in Georgetown, a daughter of William Pusey and Ida Florence Pusey. She graduated from Georgetown High School (now Sussex Central) in 1932. She was preceded in death in 1982 by her beloved husband of 43 years, Major Sterling Simonds, a State Police Administrator, who was second in command at the time of his retirement in 1962. She was a secretary for I.D. Short II, and also a certified court reporter until 1951 when her husband was transferred to State Police Headquarters, New Castle. In 1964, she and her husband returned to Sussex County and lived at Gravel Hill. In 1973, she and her husband moved into her parents’ summer home on Whit’s Point along the Indian River, where she lived until the time of her death. Mrs. Simonds officially retired in 1969, but shortly thereafter was named chairwomen of the Governor’s Advisory Council on the Blind and continued the lobbying she had done throughout her career in Legislative Hall. For 54 years, she was the driving force behind the increased awareness of the unique needs of legally blind Delawareans. She and her husband started the annual party for the blind in Wilmington and
Union United Methodist Church 2 North Laws St., Bridgeville, DE 19933 Across from Bank 337-7409 Handicap Friendly WORSHIP TIMES:
9 am Contemporary Service 10 am Sunday School 11 am Traditional Worship Youth Group (Sun. 6 p.m.) “We may not be Dairy Queen but we have Great “Sundays”.
Welcome… SEAFORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
701 Bridgeville Sunday School Road 9 am 629-9077 Morning Worship 10 am
after moving to Sussex County chaired the first event for the clients of Kent and Sussex. Every June, she delivered an apple pie purchased by the Business Enterprise program of the DVI to each legislator in appreciation for their support. In addition to her dedication to the causes of the visually impaired she also was one of the original directors of and served as fund raising chairperson of the Delaware State Police Museum, Inc. She also was a highly respected local historian of Georgetown, having written the history of postal service in Georgetown. For her life-long commitment and dedication to improving life for others, She was inducted as a member of the Delaware Women’s Hall of Fame on March 18, 1998, and was presented the Order of the First State in 2000 by then Gov. Thomas R. Carper. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Georgetown. The Rev. Wayne Grier officiated at her service on May 8 at Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro. Interment was in Union Cemetery, Georgetown. She is survived by several cousins, many special friends, all of her beloved friends at the state police and the Division for the Visually Impaired. She loved flowers and flowers were welcomed. However, for those who wish to contribute to a charity, contributions may be made to the Division of Visually Impaired, Biggs Building Holloway Campus, 1901 N. DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE 19720; or the Delaware State Police Museum, P O Box 430, Dover DE 19901.
PORTSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH “ALL WELCOME”
Worship 8:50 am Dogwood Lane - South of Bethel, DE “The Church on the HIll Showing God’s Love to ALL” Gospel Concert every 2nd Sun. Evening 6:30 pm
Rev. Dr. Ronald Wuest Office 302875-3628
BETHEL WORSHIP CENTER 9431 Ginger Lane, Seaford (2.4 mi. north of Wal-Mart on US 13) 628-4240 Recorded Info 628-4241 Church Office
Pastor Joseph Lecates - 875-2059 Adult Sunday School 9:30 am Worship 10:30 am & 6:30 pm Children’s Church 10:30 am Nursery 10:30 am & 6:30 pm Youth Meeting Sun. 7 pm Promise Keepers Tues. 7 pm Wed. Night Bible Study 7 pm “We’re not building a church, we’re building God’s Kingdom!”
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH
Christ Lutheran Church
Located halfway between Seaford & Bridgeville, turn off Rt. 13 East at Cannon Rd. light, 4th place on left.
Corner of Shipley & Spruce Sts.
1611 KJV, Independent, Fundamental, Soul Winning
SUNDAY WEDNESDAY 10:00 Sunday School 7:00 Prayer Service 11:00 Worship Service 6:00 Evening Worship Nursery Provided Rev. William Goslee - Ph. 349-0190
A Family Friendly Church Home for You Sunday Worship: 8:30 & 11 am Phone: 629-9755 www.ChristLC.net Bible School for the Mentally Challenged Saturday at 10 am
“Welcome Home!”
Senior Pastor
Harold Daniels
Wesley United Methodist Church 22025 Atlanta Road, Seaford, DE Pastor Ed Kuhling Contemporary Worship 9 am Sunday School & Bible Education 10 am Traditional Worship 11 am Wednesday Worship 6:45 pm 302-629-3029 * Info Line 302-628-0112
7046 Seashore Hwy. Bridgeville, DE 19933
302-337-3044
Church of God
Fax 302-337-8769
Worship Services: Seeker Service 8:30 am • Sunday School 9:30 Morning Worship 10:45 am • Wed. Night 7 pm