by Ryan Webb | Jan 25, 2024 | Obituaries
Mr. William Ervin Melvin, “Barnacle Bill,” of Chincoteague Island, passed away in his home on Jan. 21, 2024, at the age of 83, surrounded by his loved ones. Bill was born on Jan. 24, 1940, in his parents’ home on Chincoteague. Throughout his life, Bill wore many hats,...
by Ryan Webb | Jan 25, 2024 | Obituaries
Mr. Albert Francis “Frank” Riggin, of Painter, passed away Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024, at the home of Jamie LeCates-Brown, whom he thought of as a daughter, and his great-great-nieces, Mia and Desiree. Born June 11, 1938, in Sanford, he was the son of the late Thomas...
by Ryan Webb | Jan 25, 2024 | Obituaries
Mrs. Carolyn Powers Bradshaw, 80, of Wachapreague, passed away at her residence on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. Born May 20, 1943, in Wachapreague, she was the daughter of the late Otho and Lucille Powers. Carolyn graduated from Central High School in 1961, married in 1962,...
by Ryan Webb | Jan 25, 2024 | Obituaries
Mrs. Lois Mae Webb, 101, passed away Friday, Jan. 19, 2024, at her home, with her loving family by her side. A lifelong resident of Hacksneck, Lois was born April 28, 1922, to the late Robert and Annie Stevens. Lois’ life revolved around her trust in the Lord and her...
by Ryan Webb | Jan 25, 2024 | Obituaries
Mrs. Janet Lee Pruitt, 75, affectionately known as “Sis” to family and friends, passed away into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024. A lifelong resident of Tangier Island, Janet was born Jan. 8, 1949, to the late Kenneth Lawson Pruitt...
by Ryan Webb | Jan 25, 2024 | Obituaries
Loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Mrs. Pauline Isdell Small, of Onley, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. She was born in Onancock on Sept. 10, 1941, a daughter to the late Norman Isdell and the late Margaret Marsh. Pauline was the beloved co-owner and...
by Ted Shockley | Jan 23, 2024 | Headlines
BY CLARA VAUGHN, Eastern Shore Post — The owners of a Parksley food truck have filed a federal lawsuit against the town of Parksley and one member of its town council, alleging the town’s decision to shut down the business was unconstitutional and retaliatory. Clemene...
