Laverne Gland's Obituary
Laverne Gland, of Dagsboro, DE, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Lewes, DE. She was born in Lewes on October 17, 1957, daughter of the late Russell Davis and Irene Shockley.
Laverne was a person that loved with all she had and full of life. She had a love for crafts and flowers, but she was also a true gearhead who loved cars and trucks. Laverne also had a passion for drag racing, where she competed and proudly won victory lane. She also was a top poultry farmer. Jesus Christ was her savior and best friend.
She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her loving companion, Glen Hickman; her son, Merrill Mitchell; her daughter-in-law, Joni Mitchell; granddaughter, Lanee Mitchell; sister, Valerie Chandler; and brother, Barry Esham.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Watson Funeral Home & Crematorium, 211 S. Washington Street, Millsboro, DE 19966, at 11:00 AM, with a visitation from 10:00AM to 11:00AM prior to the service.
Those unable to attend the services in person are invited to join the services via live stream at: https://www.watsonfh.com/obituaries/laverne-gland
Please sign Ms. Gland's Tribute wall at this site.
FLORIST NOTE: PLEASE HAVE ALL ARRANGEMENTS DELIVERED TO WATSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIUM ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, BY 3:00PM
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