Coffin Cremations

06/03/2025

Douglas Carl Garner, son of Marilyn Jean Garner and Richard Dick Glen Garner passed away on May 27, 2025. He was born on October 9, 1958, in Des Moines, Iowa. Doug was blessed with a carefree, hard-working, loyal, loving spirit. He took great pride in his children, grandchildren, and great

05/24/2025

Teresa Ellen Reed age 63 of Seaford, DE passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer. Teresa was born February 13, 1962. The daughter of Ronald and Jean Ross of Laurel DE. Teresa retired with 30 years of

05/22/2025

Nikki Louise Murphy, aged 45, of Seaford, Delaware, passed away May 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 4, 1980, in Baltimore, Maryland, Nikki was a radiant spirit who touched the lives of everyone around her with kindness, laughter, and love. Nikki is survived by her devoted

04/30/2025

Brittney Marie Hobbs, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on April 20th, 2025. Brittney was born on November 10, 1994, in Mt. Holly, New Jersey, to David Arnett and Jennifer Hobbs. Her memory will forever live on in the hearts of her family and friends, who will

04/07/2025

Celebrating the Life of William Francis Tydings III On Sunday, November 14, 1948, the world was blessed with the arrival of William Francis Tydings III, and on March 29, 2025, he peacefully returned home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Though his earthly journey has ended, the

04/04/2025

King Wellington, beloved musician, friend, and inspiration to many, passed away peacefully on March 27 at the age of 86. A gifted artist whose melodies resonated from international stages to house parties, King leaves behind a legacy of music and community. Practical, private, and principled, he was...

03/24/2025

Jennifer Kordell passed away on March 20, 2025 at the age of 66. She was born on May 7th, 1958, in Washington D.C. to Donald and Betty Heckard and spent her final years in Seaford, DE with her husband, Ed. Jennifer was a loving wife for over 34 years to

03/06/2025

Janet Lee Chatary, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 31, 1940, to Ethyl and Carl Sylvis, who, along with her beloved brother Roderick Butch Sylvis and sister Barbara Bayliss, preceded her in death and she is survived by her sister Dorothy Sylvis.

02/08/2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Charles L. Graves, Jr. on January 26th, 2025. Lenny was born on February 5th, 1978 in Wilmington, DE., the first child of Charles L. Graves Sr. and Beverly A. Graves. He had a distinguished academic career, graduating from

08/30/2024

Today is National Grief Awareness Day 🪽

At Coffin Cremations, we understand that losing a loved one is one of the hardest things anyone can go through. Grief is a personal journey, and everyone experiences it in their own way. On this National Grief Awareness Day, we want to remind you that you don’t have to go through it alone.

Below are some resources to help you or someone you know navigate the process of grieving.

Remember, it’s okay to seek help and lean on others during difficult times. If you or someone you know needs support, we’re here to assist you every step of the way. Contact us at Coffin Cremations to learn more about how we can help during these challenging moments.

08/28/2024

Please join us in honoring Rodney‘s memory. 🕊️

Rodney Don Sweet passed away on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024 at Tidal Health Nanticoke in Seaford at the age of 76. He was born in Syracuse, New York on Thursday, January 8th, 1948 to Frederick Don Sweet and Dawn Elnora Minckler Sweet. Rodney was a dedicated attorney SU Law Degree

08/28/2024

⭐️Employee Highlight of the Week: Meet Amy!⭐️

We are delighted to introduce Amy Ford, our dedicated Funeral Associate at Coffin Cremations. With an extensive background in sales and marketing, Amy brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to our team.

Amy plays a vital role in our sister company, Heavenly Gates Pet Cremation, where her expertise and compassionate approach have made a significant impact. Her commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients and their families is evident in everything she does.

At Coffin Cremations, Amy's skills in sales and marketing are invaluable, helping us reach and serve more families with the care and respect they deserve. She is passionate about guiding families through difficult times and ensuring they receive the support they need.

Join us in welcoming Amy Ford and celebrating her contributions to both Coffin Cremations and Heavenly Gates Pet Cremation. We are proud to have her on our team, providing outstanding service to our community.