Carlos Demby

CARLOS BERNARD FRANKLIN FARRARE DEMBY Carlos Bernard Franklin Farrare Demby (“Red Pig”), the seventh child of the late Sarah Frances Farrare Demby and Herbert J. Demby, was born on Friday, February 10, 1928, in Dorchester County, Maryland in the settlement of Cloverdale. He transitioned from this life at the age of 88 on Monday, July 11, 2016, at the Memorial Hospital in Easton, Maryland. He had eight (8) siblings and up until his death, he was the only survivor for many years. Siblings were Perkins, Merrick, Granville (“Grant”), Sancy, Herbert (“Wendell”), Dudley, Thurman (“Pipe”) and Gaynell. He remained close to his cousins, nieces and nephews to keep his family intact. Carlos married into the Milligan Family, joining in union with the oldest child, Virginia Inez (affectionately called “Jenny”). They made their home in Denton, Maryland where they raised their four (4) children: Frances Evonne, Granville Bernard, Portia Maxine and Patricia. Carlos suffered the loss of Jenny in 2000 and his son, Bernard in 2006. After Jenny’s death, grandson Teme and “Sporty” (as Teme lovingly called him) were housemates. His home church was Mt. Zion United Methodist Church (now known as Faith Community United Methodist Church), East New Market, Maryland. He enjoyed attending services there where he would meet up once again with family and friends. His favorite day was the “Annual Homecoming” held the second Sunday in August. He was the “rock star” of the day. In his younger years, Carlos enjoyed hunting and fishing with his buddies. He and Jenny enjoyed attending dances .... and dancing! He always had a garden and traveled from Dover, Delaware; Easton, Maryland; Seaford, Delaware; East New Market, Maryland and around Denton, Maryland sharing his bounty with family and friends whether they wanted them or not. He would operate out of the back of his pickup truck, and in later years, his big Buick Roadmaster. Carlos began his long work experience at Caroline Poultry which took him to Denton, Maryland for many years. He left Caroline Poultry for employment with the Caroline County School System as a Custodian, from which he retired. His retirement was good to him as he did exactly what he wanted to do upon retirement....ABSOLUTELY NOTHING...., which included not getting up until he wanted to even if it were noon some days. The family knew not to bother him early in the morning. Carlos loved CB’s when they were popular. His handle was “Red Fox.” After retirement, his gadget-use was handling the Remote Control for the TV. Carlos would always say he hasn't been "broke" since he was 14 years old. He had a knack for telling stories from "days-gone-by"... he really remembered a lot! You could ask him a question about something that happened many years ago, or ask about someone you were trying to remember, and he wouldn’t hesitate with an answer to your question. Then again, he was not shy about asking you a question if he wanted to know something. Some of his favorite sayings were: “are you ear hustling”, “you gonna get a good piece of leaving”, and “stool pigeon.” Carlos was the patriarch of the family and attended all family events, and events held by different churches, organizations, etc. that his girls drug him to. All they had to do was tell him “Daddy” be ready by…. we are going to… He would reply okay. They made sure he was looking dapper at all times. He knew they were going to take care of him so he was happy to go along for the ride. He was spoiled. No matter where he went, he had someone who looked out for him and prepared his doggy bag. He was not bashful about asking for it if it were not prepared quick enough. Everyone knew Fried Chicken was his favorite food. Carlos and Jenny took pride in sharing in the early upbringing of their nieces: Claire Johnson Barnes, Wendy Milligan Lee & Cynthia Milligan Cheeks and nephews: Carvel Milligan, Wayne Milligan & Larry Milligan. For many years, Carlos held the title of being the oldest Demby male with pride. Carlos was preceded in death by parents Sarah Frances Farrare Demby & Herbert J. Demby; wife, Virginia Inez Milligan Demby; son, Granville Bernard Demby; siblings: Perkins Demby, Merrick Demby, Granville (“Grant”) Demby, Sancy Demby, Herbert (“Wendell”) Demby, Dudley Demby, Thurman (“Pipe”) Demby & Gaynell Farrare and two (2) brothers-in-law, Lewis (“Buddy”) Milligan & Frank Milligan. He leaves to cherish loving memories three (3) daughters: Frances E. Glass, Dover, Delaware; Portia M. Thomas (Ronald), Easton, Maryland & Patricia D. Speight, Seaford, Delaware; seven (7) grandchildren, Carlos A. Glass, Dover, Delaware; Bernadette A. Glass, Dover, Delaware; Carlton E. Glass, Dover, Delaware; Granville B. Acree, Middletown, Delaware; Jermaine B. Demby, Marydel, Delaware; Teme L. Demby (Deana Burnside), Denton, Maryland & Bobbi P. Speight, Magnolia, Delaware; 11 great-grandchildren, Emmone’ Glass, Anthony Glass, Anisa Glass, Whitney Glass, Briana Glass, Rashidea Glass, Tamia Glass, Tremaine Demby, Jasmine Demby, Devan Burnside & Teagan Burnside Demby; five (5) great-great grandchildren, Matthew Pritchett, Malik Pritchett, Zyasia Wilson, Ja’mya Glass & Zavea Haith; six (6) sisters-in-law: Rubie Scott, Princess Anne, Maryland; Sylvia (James T.) Wright, Denton, Maryland; Deloise Johnson, Federalsburg, Maryland, Gladys Milligan, Laurel, Maryland; Norma Lee Howell, Winter Haven, Florida & Elsie Milligan, Cambridge, Maryland; two brothers-in-law, David (Florine) Milligan, Forrest City, Arkansas & Rudolph Milligan, Sharptown, Maryland; an aunt, Elsie Pinder, Upper Marlboro, Maryland; roommate at Caroline Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Freeman Huff; godson-in-law, John Beck; extended supporters, Dorothy Speight and the entire Speight family and those affectionately known as “The Family”, and many, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Sorrowfully Submitted, The Family To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Carlos Demby, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.

Carlos Demby

February 10, 1928 - July 11, 2016