Berlin/Federalsburg - Harry Dawson Schiff, age 89, passed away on July 13, 2014, at Gull Creek Retirement Community in Berlin. Born in Kent County, Del., he was the son of the late Walter and Lizzie Derth Schiff. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 62 years, Ella Lee Griffith Schiff. He is survived by his son, Dr. David Schiff and his wife Dayna of Berlin; and a brother, Edward Schiff of Harmony, Md.; and several nieces and nephews. Also preceding him in death was a brother, Walter; and a sister, Elizabeth. Mr. Schiff had served in the National Guard. He later settled his family in Federalsburg where he had worked as a pipe fitter for Dupont in Seaford. He was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. Mr. Schiff was an avid gardener and liked his old time country music. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. A donation in his memory may be made to Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, MD 21804. Letters of condolence may be sent via: www.burbagefuneralhome.com Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.