MILLSBORO - Charles D. Zurman, of Millsboro, formerly of Philadelphia, passed away at home in the care of his wife on Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012. Born in Eddystone, Pa., on March 20, 1925, he was the son of the late Louis and Agnes Macindoe Zurman. He was very proud of his service in the Navy during World War II, and was on deck aboard the BB63, USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay when the Japanese Instrument of Surrender was signed ending the War in the Pacific. He was a life member of the VFW and American Legion, a member of Post 28, and was very active in Mary Mother of Peace Roman Catholic Church. He loved bowling, fishing, and boats. He was a Promise Keeper, and a Cursillo host. He helped a lot of people, and will be sorely missed. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Powers Zurman; and three children, Sandy Atemus, and husband Richard of Newark, Nancy Bair and husband William of Fulsom, Pa., and Debbie Diamond and husband Joseph of Aston, Pa. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by a daughter, Cathy Rotay in 1987; his brother, Louis Zurman; and two sisters, Mary Czach and Grace Henry. He is also survived by a son-in-law, Raymond Rotay; ten grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends. He also leaves behind his two beloved canine friends, Nacho and Dixie, whom he rescued from Hurricane Katrina and adopted. A viewing and visitation will be held for friends and family on Wednesday evening, Jan. 11, from 6 till 8 p.m. An additional viewing will be held on Thursday Morning from 9 till 11 a.m. at the Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro. At noon, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Mary Mother of Peace Roman Catholic Church on Rt. 24, Millsboro. Interment will follow at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions to Compassionate Care Hospice; 28467 DuPont Blvd., Unit 6, Suite 6; Millsboro, DE 19966 Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home. Electronic condolences may be sent to www.watsonfh.com.