Charles E. Daisey Sr.'s Obituary
Charles E. Daisey, Sr., of Georgetown, DE passed away on September 25, 2023, in the care of Beebe Healthcare, Lewes. Charles was born in Milford, DE on September 24, 1949, to the late Oliver H. and Myrtle Farrow Daisey. He was a successful businessman well known in lower Delaware having owned and operated several businesses including a Painting Contracting business, two Automobile Dealerships, and owning numerous rental properties. He was a “no nonsense” man, who believed in living beneath his means. He disliked hypocrites and crooked politicians particularly. He was married to Mary Delema Daisey, who preceded him in 2014 and together they raised two sons.
Charles is survived by his sons: Roger Daisey and companion Nury Arias, of Redden, DE and Charles Daisey, Jr. and his companion Laura Denton, of Georgetown. He has four sisters: Frances Wyatt (Jack) of Milford, DE; and Rose Adams, of Greenwood, DE; Virginia Wyski, of Bridgeville, DE; and Barbara Daisey (Dean), of Millsboro, DE. Also surviving are his four grandchildren: Tyler, Mackenzie, Logan, and Collin.
Charles also leaves behind several dear friends: Billy Downs, Barry Ingram, Reese Smack and Bob Herrington, and includes his faithful secretary of 32 years, Brenda Montigny. Two other longtime friends are Arnold and Darlene Smith as well as many other extended family members, friends and acquaintances. Another he leaves behind is his beloved canine friend, “Chase.”
A time of viewing and visitation will be held from 10:00 am – 11:00 AM on Monday October 2, 2023, at the Watson Funeral Home & Crematorium, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro, DE 19966. A funeral service follows at 11:00 AM with Rev. James Van Der Wall and Robert Herrington officiating. Interment is scheduled for 2:00 PM at McColley’s Chapel Cemetery in Georgetown.
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