Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Dr. Mark Allan Lafferty
Jun 3, 2020
Dr. Mark Allan Lafferty Father, husband, teacher, mentor, friend — Mark touched the hearts of everyone who crossed his path. A father and husband first, Mark's core was his family. His first thoughts everyday were his children. Teaching and guiding Matthew, Kelsey and Meghan through the roads of life each and every day. Even though seeing their dad's charming smile...
Laura Soltis
May 31, 2020
Laura C. Soltis, age 90, of Wilmington, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Manor Care of Pike Creek. Laura worked as a dental assistant in Dr. Alan Stewart’s office for many years. She enjoyed dance. Laura loved classical music and used to listen to it or Big Band on her radio. She enjoyed going to the Brandywiners shows...
Christine Budynkiewicz
May 30, 2020
Christine L. Budynkiewicz “Cici”, age 29, of Elkton, formerly of Newark, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Cici loved the beach and adored her children. She was preceded in death by uncle, John Hinckle, aunt, Deborah Budynkiewicz and cousin, Makayla Johnson. Survivors include her children, Rianna Robinetti and Gianni Budynkiewicz; her parents, Stacy Budynkiewicz and Mark Budynkiewicz; her siblings...
Edward White
May 29, 2020
Edward White, age 65, of Wilmington, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 from Covid. Edward was preceded in death by his father, Howard; his mother, Betty; and his brother, Frankie. He is survived by his children, Kim and Bryan and their mother, Maryann; his grandchildren, Anthony, Darren, Skyler, Bryan, and Tyler; his sisters, Debbie Dougherty (Bernie), Liz Yates (John)...
Tina Minks
May 28, 2020
Tina Y. Minks, age 50, of Elkton, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020. Tina graduated from Richwood High School in West Virginia. She enjoyed crafting, gardening and line dancing. Tina is survived by her husband of 4 years, Kenny Minks; her children, Sheri Young, Justin Young, Ronald Eastlake and Charda White; her mother, Agnes Hutton;...
Anna (Anne) Fair Benedetto
May 20, 2020
Anna (Anne) Fair Benedetto, Age 96, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 She was a member of St. Stephens Lutheran Church, but attended Brandywine Valley Baptist Church regularly. She was born in Gettysburg, PA. Anne worked as a secretary for the DuPont Company for 9 ½ years. She was an avid dancer, both country line...
Stephen Pelypec
May 19, 2020
Stephen Pelypec Jr Newark - Age 77, of Newark, DE formerly of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020. Steve was an electrical engineer specializing in nuclear power plants before retiring in 2008. He served in the Navy for 7 years. Steve was a member of Holy Family Church and the Knights of Columbus, St. Michael's Council....
Joseph Schuchler
May 14, 2020
Joseph J. Schuchler Hockessin - Age 95, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020. Joe was born in Wilmington, son of the late Howard and Catherine (Connell) Schuckler. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Louise DiIorio; brother Howard Schuckler, twin brother Henry Schuckler; sisters Louise Jannaman, Kathleen Kosinski and Joan Small. Joe will be greatly missed by...
Janet Butz
May 8, 2020
Janet M Butz Janet M (Moll) Butz entered her heavenly home on May 8, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer. A woman of faith and the heart of her family, Janet helped shape the spirituality of those close to her with a devout Christian example. Her firm belief in God supported her in her recent struggle and gave her...
Michael White
May 7, 2020
Michael J. White, age 69, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020. Michael J. White was predeceased by his mother, father and sister: Mary P. White, Saunders Dillon White and Margaret (Peggy) M. Holcomb (nee White). He is survived by his two brothers and sister: Maximilian White, Thomas White and Catherine Doris (nee White). Services will be private....
Theresa Ann Donovan
May 7, 2020
Theresa Ann Donovan, age 88, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at Christiana Hospital. Theresa was born in Wilmington, the daughter of the late Eleanor (Walraven) and Francis McKinley. Theresa attended Wilmington High School and was a homemaker. She was predeceased by her husband, Cornelius J. Donovan Jr in 1976; her sons, Neil and Michael Donovan; her...
William Tucker
May 6, 2020
William Lee Tucker, Sr, “Lee Lee”, age 40, of Wilmington, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Lee Lee graduated from Del Castle High School in 1997 and worked in maintenance and construction for many years. He was a handyman and enjoyed being with his children and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivan and Beatrice...
James White
Apr 29, 2020
James Bayard White, age 72, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013. James was born in Wilmington, Delaware on August, 7 1940. He was the son of the late Essie Eastburn White and William W. White. James graduated from Wilmington High in 1958 and entered the Navy right after graduation. He served aboard the USS Randolph CVA. James retired from...
Michael Sizemore
Apr 28, 2020
Michael A. Sizemore Wilmington - Age 63, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 Preceded in Death by his parents Al & Goldie Sizemore and his son Christopher Sizemore. Beloved husband of Laura (nee Mari) and loving father of Erin Crews, Nichole Emahiser (Jay), and Clayton Sizemore. Stepfather to Lauren Cliver (Pat) and Kristyn Sauerwald (Jay). Brother of Alton...
Carl Morris
Apr 24, 2020
Carl W. Morris New Castle - Age 87, died on Friday April 24, 2020 at Christiana Hospital. Mr. Morris was an instrument technician for the DuPont Company Experimental Station. He worked there for 29 years until retiring in 1992. Mr. Morris served in the Air Force and was an active member of Salem United Methodist Church. He was a member...
Elinor Joan (Carey) Stratton
Apr 23, 2020
Elinor Joan (Carey) Stratton passed away on Thursday, April 23rd at age 94. Elinor was born in Philipsburg, PA; moving to Delaware in 1955. She was the daughter of Dr. Emery and Belva Carey. She worked for Food Fair/Pantry Pride for 24 years. She also volunteered at the Delaware Blood Bank for 18 years. She was an active member of...
Peter Wlock
Apr 22, 2020
Peter John Wlock Wilmington--Peter John Wlock passed away peacefully at home, after a long illness, surrounded by his family on 22 April 2020. He was 68 years old. He was born in Passaic, NJ to Estelle Zolnowsky and William Wlock. Peter was a graduate of Garfield High School, NJ and Rutgers University, NJ. He earned an A.S. degree in Applied...
William Hanson
Apr 21, 2020
William Clark Hanson, lovingly known as “Bill”, 90 of Middletown, DE. formerly of Machiasport, ME. passed away Tuesday April 21, at home. Bill served a tour in the United States Army with the 7749th Ordinance Group. He earned the Army Occupation- with European Clasp- for service in Western Europe in 1949. He loved to tell stories of his adventures to...
Rosemarie Sudler
Apr 19, 2020
Rosemarie "RoeRoe" Sudler New Castle - Age 77, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2020. Rosemarie was a 1960 graduate of William Penn High School. She retired from the New Castle Police Department after 30 years as a secretary. Survivors include her daughter, Tinamarie Snedeker; grandson, Kristopher Snedeker (Elijah Meehan); sister, Katherine Lewis; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Due...
Barbara Chance
Apr 17, 2020
Barbara Ann Chance, age 69, of Wilmington, joined her husband on Friday, April 17, 2020 at Christiana Hospital. Barbara was a 1968 graduate of Wilmington High School. She worked at Blue Cross, Coventry Insurance and Wawa. Barbara was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church and attended school there in her youth. She was a brownie troop leader at St....
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