Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Shirley (Jester) Giannattasio

Shirley (Jester) Giannattasio

Jun 28, 2019

Shirley L Giannattasio, age 62, passed away Friday, June 28, 2019. Shirley was a mother, nana, daughter, sister, and aunt . She was born January 15, 1957 to Harold O. Jester and Ida Stevens. Shirley grew up in Elsmere, Delaware and was a graduate of Conrad High School for the class of 1975. She was a cheerleader and baton twirler....

Dorothy  Scarborough

Dorothy Scarborough

Jun 25, 2019

Dorothy M. Scarborough Wilmington - Dorothy, age 98, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019. Dorothy was a member of Richardson Park UMC and the Order of Eastern Star, Chapter 13. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Ralph W. Scarborough in 1989;...

Betty Hobbs

Betty Hobbs

Jun 25, 2019

Betty Clifton Hobbs Wilmington, formerly of Newport - Betty passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 after a short illness. Per Betty's wish there will be no service held.

Hilda  Bolen

Hilda Bolen

Jun 15, 2019

Hilda F. Bolen Newark - Hilda, age 69, departed this life on Saturday, June 15, 2019. Hilda was a manufacturing technician for WL Gore for 7 years until 1991 and then with Rodel Chemical until she retired in 2011. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and enjoyed swimming, bowling, cooking, fishing and...

Kristin Davis

Kristin Davis

Jun 15, 2019

Kristin Leigh Davis, age 38, of Dover, formerly of Newark, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2019. Kris graduated from Hodgson Vo-Tech in 1999 with a degree in Cosmetology. Kris is survived by her daughters, Kayla M. Davis and Brianna N. Davis; her mother, Lisa Duncan; and her uncles, Michael Davis and John Davis. Funeral Services will be held at...

Laura White

Laura White

Jun 13, 2019

Laura, age 35, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2019. Laura was a very caring, loving, outgoing person. She was an amazing mother of 2 beautiful children that she loved dearly. Laura is survived by her 2 daughters, Kade Perchalski and Korryn Perchalski; husband, Danny Perchalski; brothers, Clint Green and Rick White; and her mother, Christine Lydic. She had many...

Evelyn  Deblaker Pinto

Evelyn Deblaker Pinto

Jun 13, 2019

Evelyn M. DeBlaker Pinto, age 86, of Elkton, Md. formerly of Sunbury, Pa , passed away Thursday June 13, 2019 in the presence of her family. She was born in Shamokin, Pa daughter of the late Wesley and Catharine DeBlaker. Evelyn graduated from St. Edwards H.S. in Shamokin, Pa. She was a former member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, where...

Jeffrey Orsini

Jeffrey Orsini

Jun 8, 2019

Jeffrey R. Orsini, age 30, of Wilmington, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 8, 2019 after a long struggle of mental illness he is finally at peace. Jeff was a 2007 graduate of Thomas McKean High School. He was an Intense video gamer and enjoyed fishing and watching the Carolina Panthers and Phoenix Suns. Jeff was a great cook and...

Robin Jordan

Robin Jordan

May 23, 2019

Robin, age 49, a lifelong resident of Wilmington, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 23, 2019. Robin worked for several years in retail businesses including T. J. Maxx and K-Mart. She attended John Dickinson High School and was an active member of Greenbank Church of Christ. Robin enjoyed interior designing, cooking and shopping. Robin was preceded...

Juan Carlos Paez Villalobos

Juan Carlos Paez Villalobos

May 14, 2019

Juan Carlos Paez Villalobos, age 58, of Newark, DE, formerly of Santiago, Chile, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019. Juan Carlos worked at Seasons Pizza Midway for many years. He enjoyed watching soccer, especially his favorite team from Chile, Colo-Colo. He loved his cat, Wilma. Juan Carlos was preceded in death by his mother, Chelita Paez. Survivors include his...

Margaret Dello Buono

Margaret Dello Buono

May 11, 2019

Margaret E. Dello Buono, of Newark, age 71, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019. Marge was a 1966 graduate of Ridley Township High School. As a homemaker, Marge’s life was centered around her family. She was a former member of the New Castle Welcome Wagon. She enjoyed bowling, ceramics, flower arranging and spending time with her family, especially her...

Monica Street

Monica Street

May 8, 2019

Monica Street, age 88, of Newark, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 8, 2019. Monica was born and raised in Liverpool, England. She was a homemaker and worked at the Manufacturer Hanover Bank until she retired around 1990. Monica was a devoted catholic. She was an active former member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Monica was also...

David Lumb

David Lumb

May 5, 2019

David M. Lumb, Jr, “Dee” age 57, of Wilmington, passed away on Sunday May 5, 2019. Dee was born on July 4, 1961, he worked as a roofer for many years. He lived his life to the fullest and loved to make people laugh. He was very handy and mechanical and liked to fix things. He enjoyed riding his Harley...

Anthony Burkhart

Anthony Burkhart

May 5, 2019

On Sunday, May 5th, 2019, Butch went home to be with our Lord. He is predeceased by his parents Robert and Concetta Burkhart. Survivors include his siblings, Carolyne Gesullo, Linda Childers (Charles) and Robert Burkhart (Beverly); niece, Cindy Kuzminski (Leonard); nephew, Greg Burkhart (Nicole); great niece, Jennifer Kuzminski; and great nephews, Jason Kuzminski and Brandon Burkhart. Much appreciation to the...

Talina Davis Parnell

Talina Davis Parnell

May 4, 2019

Talina Denise Davis Parnell, age 54, of Wilmington, formerly of Chester, PA went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Talina was a 1983 graduate of Chester High School. She worked at Crozier Hospital in the medical billing department for the past 10 years. Talina enjoyed reading her bible, spending time with her grandkids, and relaxing with...

Anthony Brittingham

Anthony Brittingham

May 4, 2019

Anthony J. Brittingham, age 29, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Anthony attended A.I. DuPont High School. He spent his entire working career at his family business, Brittingham Construction. His favorite pastime was visiting his family’s residence at Indian Acres, where he enjoyed many outdoor activities such as riding golf carts, dirt bikes, boating, and swimming....

Donald Stall

Donald Stall

May 3, 2019

NEWARK, Del. — Donald Wilson Stall, 87, formerly of Spring Hope, North Carolina died peacefully at home Friday, May 3, 2019. He was born in Hudson, New York, the son of Phineas and Florence Hotaling Stall. Donald worked as an auto mechanic for many years. He enjoyed gardening, mowing his lawn and was devoted to his dog, Chip. He was...

Mary  Brantner

Mary Brantner

Apr 26, 2019

Mary A. Brantner Wilmington - Age 85, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2019. She was raised in Hockessin, daughter of the late George and Martha Miller. Mary graduated from Conrad HS in 1951. She was a homemaker. Mary enjoyed singing in the choir, bowling, baking and cooking. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Ira...

Nelly Van Duzer

Nelly Van Duzer

Apr 26, 2019

Landenberg, PA Nelly Van Duzer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend died peacefully in her home on Friday, April 26, 2019 at the age of 90. Nelly is survived by her loving husband Robert; her son Robert C. Van Duzer and his wife Eileen; her daughter Jeannie and her husband Dave; her three grandchildren Robbie, Kellie, and Michell;...

Joseph Balinski

Joseph Balinski

Apr 18, 2019

Joseph John Balinski III, age 78 of Wilmington, Delaware passed on Thursday, April 18th 2019 with his loving wife (Jeanette) and children by his side. Born in the once predominately Polish area of Browntown in Wilmington on September, 15, 1940, he was the son of the late Joseph and Hattie Balinski. Joe served his Country in the Delaware National Guard...