Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
William "Billy" Tansley
March 25, 2026
William “Billy” Tansley, age 80, of Marshallton, Delaware, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Billy was a 1964 graduate of A.I. duPont High School. He worked for many years at the Texaco Refinery in Marcus Hook before becoming a self-employed plumber, maintenance man, and all-around handyman. Billy enjoyed spending time with his friends and family and was a devoted sports...
Alexis "Lex" James Ayala
March 25, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alexis James Ayala, lovingly known as “Lex,” on March 25, 2026.Lex was a vibrant soul who brought light, laughter, and energy into every room he entered. Known by many as “El Alcalde,” he had a natural gift for connecting with people always talking, always smiling, and...
Preston L. Garnett
March 22, 2026
Preston L. (Zeke) Garnett
Preston L. Garnett was presented as a gift to this earth on July 21,1937, in Chesapeake City, Maryland. He was called to his eternal home on March 22, 2026, in Newark, Delaware. He was the beloved son of the late York and Reather Garnett.
Zeke, as he was affectionately known, was a shining light in the lives of...
Vickie Lee Lokey
March 22, 2026
)Vickie Lee Lokey, age 60, of Sharptown, MD, formerly of Federalsburg, MD, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026.
Vickie worked as an office manager for over 20 years before retiring. She enjoyed rescuing cats and spending time with her family.
Vickie was preceded in death by her parents, Carrol Horseman and Doris Jones and brother, Robert Horseman (Slugger).
She is survived by...
Caroline "Carol" Shockley
March 21, 2026
Caroline Shockley, age 35, of Wilmington, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
Carol attended Forrest Oak Elementary, Stanton Middle and Delcastle High School where she studied Chemical Lab Technology. Carol’s mission with school was to find the cure for cancer. Her grandmother and namesake passed away from cancer before she was born and Carol wanted to find the cure...
Jose Enrique Cascante
March 20, 2026
Jose Enrique Cascante, age 50, of Newark passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Jose was born in Costa Rica. He worked mostly in construction.
Jose was preceded in death by his mom, Flor de Maria Cascante Angulo; and his sister, Indra Maria.
He is survived by his companion of 15 years, Amiris Lalondriz; and his sister, Patricia Cascante Angulo.
A Memorial Mass will...
James Dutton
March 20, 2026
James "Jimbo" Dutton, age 77, of Wilmington, formerly of Galloway, NJ, passed on Friday, March 20, 2026 in the presence of his family.
Jim attended Holy Spirit High School in Absecon, NJ. He served in the United States Marine Corp where he was a helicopter mechanic during Vietnam on the USS Iwo Jima. Jim then worked at Atlantic City Electric for...
Keith Bergstrom
March 17, 2026
Keith Bergstrom was born in 1978, in Hinsdale, Illinois, to Cynthia and Eric Bergstrom. A few years later, Keith’s brother Craig was born. During his formative years, Keith lived in Chicago, IL, Plano, TX, Reading, PA, and Charleston, SC.
After graduating with honors from Governor Mifflin High School in Shillington, PA, Keith enrolled in the University of Delaware and graduated in...
Juanita Montes
March 15, 2026
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Juanita Montes, who entered eternal rest at the age of 90, surrounded by the people she loved and listening to worship.
Juanita was born on May 17, 1935, in Hormiguero, Puerto Rico, a place she held close to her heart throughout her life. She was deeply proud of...
Elaine May Laboy
March 15, 2026
Elaine May Laboy, age 65, of Wilmington, formerly of Jamaica, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026 after a long battle with cancer.
Elaine worked in the Red Clay School District for the last three years and prior to that worked at Nemours Children’s Hospital. She also formerly worked at Walmart and for KC Cleaners.
Elaine enjoyed reading, cleaning, shopping and listening...
Christopher "Bear" Bellere
March 14, 2026
Christopher ‘Bear’ Bellere, age 44, of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
As a kid, growing up in Bear, DE, he was a Boy Scout first class and enjoyed playing soccer and football. His love for the Dallas Cowboys continued through his childhood into adulthood, even though he had to frequently lean on their success...
Ellen Susan Lewis
March 11, 2026
Ellen Susan Lewis, age 77, peacefully passed away on March 11, 2026.
She was born in Wilmington, Delaware, and was the youngest of three children. Ellen graduated from Claymont High School in 1966.
She was the proud owner and operator of Britches and Bows Day Care, where she cared for countless children from the 1980s through the early 2000s.
Ellen loved to travel,...
John McCormick
March 11, 2026
John McCormick departed this world on March 11, 2026, surrounded by his family.
He was born in 1947 and raised in upstate New York where he graduated from Maine-Endwell High School. There he played football and was involved in numerous school activities including student government. Upon graduation he attended Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where he met the love of his...
Rosa Anna Mariani
March 3, 2026
Rosa Anna "Rose" Mariani, age 91, of Wilmington, formerly of West Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Rose worked at Montgomery Ward for many years. She was the family caregiver for some of her siblings and enjoyed cooking and having big family meals on Sunday. Rose loved animals and spending time with her family and...
Sofia Guadarrama Gutierrez
February 25, 2026
Sofía Guadarrama Gutiérrez, nacida en México de sus padres Heleodoro Guadarrama y María Gutiérrez, vivió una vida definida por la fe, la bondad y una devoción inquebrantable hacia su familia. Trabajó por 25 años en la limpieza y también, siendo reconocida por su fuerte ética de trabajo, su humildad y el cuidado que ponía en todo lo que hacía.
Su fe...
Paul T. Brittingham
February 22, 2026
Paul T. Brittingham, age 86, was born to the late Matilda M. Hetzler and Harlan C. Brittingham in Browntown, Delaware. He Departed this life on February 22, 2026.
Paul attended school in the Wilmington Public School System where he was an average pupil but excelled in playing baseball and running track. After graduation he enlisted into the Service (Airforce) where he...
Janina Bocul
February 22, 2026
Janina Bocul of Wilmington, age 80, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
She was a great mother and enjoyed gardening. Janina was a member of St. Hedwig’s Church.
She is survived by her children; Peter ( Patricia ), Jadwiga ( Ernesto), Halina (Steve) and Aleksandra ( the late George); her grandchildren, Christos , Alexander and Mia and...
Nancy Renee Seward
February 17, 2026
Nancy Renee Seward, age 60, of Townsend, formerly of New Castle, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Renee attended Conrad High School and worked at Country Maid, Valero, and Walmart in New Castle. She was a member of Smyrna Wesleyan Church where she was baptized and taught bible study.
Renee enjoyed caring for animals, reading and listening...
Jason Wilson
February 17, 2026
Jason R. Wilson, age 50, of Wilmington, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Jason worked for the Red Clay School District for 18 years. He enjoyed watching the Flyers, Phillies and Eagle, riding his Harley, being with family and friends and his weekly dinners with his Mom and Shane. His greatest joy came from watching Shane excel at his...
William C. Ungerer Sr.
February 15, 2026
William C. Ungerer Sr., age 79, of Newark, formerly of Allentown, PA, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Christiana Care from complications of pneumonia.
Bill owned W.C. Ungerer Insurance for over 57 years. He was a member of the American Legion, Moose Lodge 847, the Elks Lodge in New Castle, Masonic Solomon Lodge 36, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Atterbury...
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