James W. Eastman

James W. Eastman obituary, Seaford, DE

James W. Eastman

James Eastman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Watson-Yates Funeral Home on Mar. 9, 2026.
James W. Eastman, 70, of Seaford,Delaware passed away on March 4, 2026.

Born on January 16, 1956, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he was the son of the late Lois and Howard Eastman Sr.

James enjoyed traveling the world with his wife and cherished the many memories they created together over the years.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary, to whom he was a wonderful husband for 44 years; his sister, Ellen Eastman-Shipe of Maryland; and numerous nieces and nephews who will remember him fondly.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, on Wednesday, March 18, at Watson-Yates Funeral Home, 609 E. King Street, Seaford, where family and friends may visit from 10:00am - 11:00 am.

Please sign the tribute wall at this site.

FLORIST NOTE - PLEASE DELIVER ALL ARRANGEMENTS TO OUR SEAFORD LOCATION ON TUESDAY, MARCH 17, BY 3 PM.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Watson-Yates Funeral Home

609 East King Street P.O. Box 356, Seaford, DE 19973

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