Death date: May 20, 2026
Kenneth G. "Corkey" Prettyman, of Bridgeville, Delaware, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on November 25, 1943, in Bridgeville, DE, Kenneth spent his entire life in the town he loved. He was preced Read Obituary
In the big blizzard of the late 70s dad trudged through 3 feet of snow with my sister Angie and me on his back making a path in the snow for my older brother Mike and my mom to follow across an open field to some friends of ours that had a wood stove. He was a tough man but was humble enough that he didn't have to brag about his accomplishments. I hope I'm half the man he was one day.
I do have a memory of living in Maryland. We were in the living room and there was a glass door next to Corkey's chair and all of the sudden there was a horse looking in at us. It scared me and he just sat there and laughed. Rest in peace Corkey.
I lived with Corkey and my sister in Maryland for a time. Corkey welcome me and treated me just like his own children. He was a kind man and I will always remember that about him.
My fondest memories with my grandpa was my first trip to see him and learning to ride a horse. It’s a very small memory but a core memory to me because the kindness and loving care that he showed me will never be forgotten and he will always be with me through my journey of life. Love you pawpaw. Till we meet beyond the horizon ❤️❤️
