Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Elizabeth Wagner
Dec 31, 2022
Elizabeth M. Wagner, born in Reading, PA, 1929, passed peacefully on Saturday, December 31, 2022. Now reunited in Heaven with her parents, brother, nephew and various family members, her delightful smile and warm, loving personality live on in the hearts of her family and friends. Betty will be missed by her nieces, 13 great nephews and nieces, and 2 great,...
Vincent Slingwine
Dec 29, 2022
Vincent Garfield Slingwine, age 46, of New Castle, went to be with The Lord on Thursday, December 29, 2022. Vince's passion for welding became his life long career. During his career Vince made many lifelong friendships, from the small welding jobs to refinery positions. Vince's favorite pastime that he most enjoyed was fishing,camping 4-wheeling, and the outdoors. He also liked...
Robin R. “Bob” Yarnall
Dec 27, 2022
Robin R. “Bob” Yarnall, age 79, of Wilmington and Bethany Beach, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 27, 2022. Bob was born in Chester, PA and moved to Delaware after marriage. He served in the Navy where he retired as Master Staff Sgt. Then, from 1964 to 1978 he served in the Navy Reserves and served in the Air Force...
Robert “Bob” Evely Jr
Dec 26, 2022
Robert “Bob” L. Evely, Jr, age 75, of Wilmington left us in God’s hands on Monday, December 26, 2022. Bob was a Vietnam veteran and worked at CSX railroad for 37 years. He was a member of Richardson Park United Methodist Church where he volunteered . He cooked Thanksgiving dinner and free lunches on Thursdays for many years. Bob also...
Joni Carmilla Woolridge Charalambous
Dec 25, 2022
Joni Carmilla Woolridge Charalambous left us peacefully, early Sunday morning December 25 2022. Joni was born to John C. Woolridge Sr. and Alice T. Woolridge on November 26th 1967, in Evanston Illionois... a loving and resilient child who didn't think twice about speaking up in protest, for what she believed in. She graduated from Armstrong-Kennedy High School in 1985 in...
Kathy Arnold
Dec 24, 2022
Kathy Arnold, age 79, of Wilmington, formerly of New Castle, went to be with The Lord on Saturday, December 24, 2022. Kathy was a homemaker. She loved cats, playing bingo and cooking. Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Ella May Duonnolo. Survivors include her daughter, Penny Santos (Jose); son, John Arnold (Laura); granddaughter, Sharon Ledesma (Eric);...
Salvador “Chava” Hernandez Garcia
Dec 22, 2022
Salvador “Chava” Hernandez Garcia, age 46, of New Castle, DE formerly of Zacapu Michoacan, Mexico, went to be with The Lord on Thursday, December 22, 2022. Chava worked for Fedor’s Landscaping for the past 23 years. He was a hardworker. He enjoyed watching soccer, especially Monarcas and listening to music, especially rock band “Mana”. He loved his German Shepherds, D.O.G...
Henry Marrero
Dec 17, 2022
Henry Marrero, age 94, of Middletown, formerly of Philadelphia and New York, NY., transitioned on Saturday, December 17, 2022. Henry joined the United States Navy at age 17 serving on the USS Wisconsin and Ship President Jackson. He then changed to the Seabees serving in French Morocco where he became a 3rd class Petty Officer. He worked as a mail...
Nancy Ober (Spiering)
Dec 15, 2022
Nancy Carol (Spiering) Ober, age 74, passed on December 15, 2022, at Accent Care Hospice in Wilmington, Delaware, with her daughter, Robin, by her side. Nancy was diagnosed with cancer in 2010 and bravely fought the disease for many years, defying the odds and grim predictions from her doctors. Nancy attended Greensboro School and then North Caroline High School, graduating...
Charlene Stuart
Dec 15, 2022
Charlene Stuart, age 62, of Bear, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Charlene graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in 1979. She liked going to the Delaware beaches and hanging out with her family and grandkids. She is preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Renee Fuller. Charlene is survived by her husband of 38 years, William...
Michelle Hartis
Dec 15, 2022
Michelle A. Hartis, age 54, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022. She graduated from St. Marks High School in 1986 and worked for Nucar Mazda and Bancroft Home Care for Special Needs Adults. She volunteered for Special Olympics Delaware. Michelle was an avid craftsperson and is best known for her creative “blocks”. She loved to eat out and was...
Meredith Hutchinson
Dec 13, 2022
Meredith A. Hutchinson, age 85, of New Castle and formerly of Newport, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Meredith worked as an administrator for the State of Maryland for over 20 years before she retired. She loved cats, music, and was devoted to her family. Meredith is survived by her sons, David R. Hutchinson Jr. (Patricia Marziano) and...
Leo Carreras
Dec 7, 2022
Leo J. Carreras of Wilmington, DE, passed away on December 7, 2022. He was born on October 7, 1932, to Leo M. Carreras and Mary Schnepp, both of whom predeceased him, along with his brother, John M. Carreras. Leo is survived by his five siblings: Adele Lundquist (David), Virginia Beach, VA; Thomas A. Carreras, Elkton, MD; Paul J. Carreras (GiGi),...
Rosemarie "Abbey" Mombro
Dec 5, 2022
Rosemarie "Abbey" Mombro, age 85 of Newark. Our Angel Abbey went to Heaven to be with The Lord on Monday, December 5, 2022. Abbey retired from Acme where she worked in the deli for over 30 years. She prayed the Rosary every day. Abbey enjoyed day trips with her daughter, her sissy Janet and niece Dana, watching Hallmark movies and...
Guner Loughrey
Dec 5, 2022
Guner William Loughrey, age 29, of Berlin, Maryland, passed away on December 5, 2022. Guner was fun loving and had a good, sweet soul. He was a loving son, brother, and grandson. Guner is survived by his parents, Sharon Loughrey and Steven Loughrey Sr.; brother, Steven Loughrey II (Janine); sister, Victoria Moreau; and grandparents, Priscilla Young and Joan Loughrey. Services...
Jacqueline Barbara “Jackie” Selby
Dec 3, 2022
Jacqueline Barbara “Jackie” Selby Jacqueline B. “Jackie” Selby, was born on March 5, 1941, to the late John and Ethel Selby in Wilmington, Delaware where Jacqueline was the youngest of 15 children. Jacqueline peacefully transitioned at the age of 81 on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care in Newark, Delaware. After the passing of all of...
Patricia Greenwood
Dec 2, 2022
Patricia Greenwood, age 87, went to be with the Lord on December 2, 2022 with her loving family by her side. Pat was preceded in death by her parents and is survived by her husband, Ed , three children, seven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Pat loved the Lord all the days of her life and was a longtime member...
George Leptien
Dec 1, 2022
George C. Leptien, age 84, of Wilmington, formerly of Daretown, NJ, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 1, 2022. George worked at Anchor Glass for over 30 years. He was a former member of the Moose Lodge. George was an avid bowler. he enjoyed fishing and country line dancing. George is preceded in death by his previous...
Jason Stephenson
Nov 29, 2022
Born in Newark, New Jersey, Jason M. Stephenson was the son of Leroy and Norma Stephenson. Graduating from Glasgow High School in Newark, Del. in 1991, he worked as a skilled carpenter for many years. Friends often described him as a gentle giant who showed selfless generosity to anyone in need. Jason’s faith was steadfast and his love for family...
Marjorie (Mo) Warrington
Nov 29, 2022
Marjorie (Mo) Warrington, age 74, of Old New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2022. Marjorie was a graduate of MT. Pleasant Highschool. She grew up in Gordon Heights and Mo was a member of Hillcrest United Methodist Church. She was also a member of The Eagles Club of Wilmington. Mo enjoyed spending time at the beach and spending...
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