Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Doris Gore

Doris Gore

Jul 26, 2017

Doris W. Gore AGE: 92 • Hockessin, formerly of Wilmington Doris went to be with the Lord July 26, 2017. Doris graduated from Wilmington High School in 1942 and worked for the DuPont Company for 33 years, retiring in 1982. She was a long time member of St. James Episcopal Church in Newport where she was involved in the choir,...

Deborah S. Saienni Clark

Deborah S. Saienni Clark

Jul 25, 2017

Deborah S. (Debbie) Saienni Clark age, 61, of New Castle, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on July 25,2017. Debbie was known for her kind spirit. She was sweet and generous to anyone who knew her. Debbie filled her life with many wonderful friends, who in turn, became family. She loved her family above all else. She enjoyed vacationing at...

Brian Mathewson

Brian Mathewson

Jul 23, 2017

Brian David Mathewson, age 39, of Wilmington, Delaware formerly of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2017. Brian attended A.I. DuPont High School. He had a love of nature and enjoyed waterfalls and swimming in rivers in locations such as Alapocas State Park, the Brandywine River and Hocking Hills in Ohio. Brian loved music and going to concerts....

Allin Collins

Allin Collins

Jul 17, 2017

Allin B. Collins, age 66 of Wilmington, formerly of California passed away on Monday, July 17, 2017. Al attended the University of California, Berkeley, majoring in computer science. He then worked as a computer programmer for many years in Silicon Valley, California. Al enjoyed cooking, watching his grandson playing sports and he was a big San Francisco sports fan. Al...

John O'Neal

John O'Neal

Jul 17, 2017

John J. O’Neal, Jr, “Jackie” age 63, of Wilmington, passed away on Monday, July 17, 2017. Jackie was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth O'Neal "Biddy"; father, John J. O’Neal, Sr; his sister, Patsy O’Neal and brother, Michael O’Neal. Survivors include his mother, Catherine O’Neal and his brother, Bob O’Neal and his wife, Ida. Services and Burial will be...

Ross Fasick

Ross Fasick

Jul 16, 2017

Ross Wade Fasick was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on March 27, 1933 and passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2017. He attended public primary and secondary schools and graduated from John Harris High School in Harrisburg in 1951. He graduated from Lebanon Valley College in 1955 with a BS in Chemistry. He married Betty Lehmer, his childhood sweetheart, in 1954....

Michelle Lewandowski

Michelle Lewandowski

Jul 9, 2017

Michelle L. Lewandowski “Michylew”, age 43 of Wilmington, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2017. Michelle attended Delcastle High School and spent her life taking care of her family. She loved animals and feeding stray cats. She enjoyed spending her summers at Indian Acres in Maryland where she liked going on the boat and crabbing. Most of all, Michelle was...

Virginia Wright-Rice

Virginia Wright-Rice

Jul 9, 2017

Virginia Wright-Rice of Wilmington, formerly of Morton, PA passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2017. Ginny was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Ginny was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers; a sister; and her former husband. Survivors include her husband of 11 years, Felix Rice; her...

Cleta Hardy

Cleta Hardy

Jul 8, 2017

Cleta Isabelle Clark Hardy, age 84, of Wilmington, formerly of New London, PA, went to sleep with Jesus on Saturday, July 8, 2017 waiting for The Resurrection. She was in the presence of her loving husband Oscar E. Hardy, 86, and her 6 children. Cleta was a devoted wife first and foremost, a devoted Seventh-Day-Adventist, and an incredibly loving mother...

Daniel Chapman

Daniel Chapman

Jul 4, 2017

Daniel P. “Chappy” Chapman, age 44, of Bear, formerly of Delaware City, suddenly passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2017. Chappy formally worked at Mike Miklus Company for several years. He was very outgoing, he “never met a stranger”. He loved the beach, dogs and kids. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his daughter. Chappy...

Michael Miller

Michael Miller

Jul 3, 2017

Michael W. Miller, Age 34, of Newark, passed away suddenly at his home on July 3, 2017. Mike was a kind and gentle soul. He lived all of his life in Delaware. Mike was a computer specialist. He enjoyed working at Delaware Technical and Community College for over 10 years where he had many friends and was well liked. Mike...

Kathi Wilson

Kathi Wilson

Jun 29, 2017

Kathi O. "Katty" Wilson, age 59 of New Castle, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2017. Katty enjoyed visiting Lancaster County, Shoe Fly Pie, watching "Gone With The Wind", Dewey Beach and collecting sea shells. Katty is survived by her husband, David B. Wilson, Sr.; her son, Greg Fowler (Kate); step children, David B. Wilson, Jr. and Tara Hess; brother,...

David Azwol

David Azwol

Jun 29, 2017

David Edward Azwol age 56, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2017, due to complications of cancer. Dave attended Gunning Bedford High School. He enjoyed going to the movies and loved children and pets. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Alfred Azwol. Survivors include his son, Nicholas Azwol; his daughter, Jenny Lynn Azwol; his...

David Rew

David Rew

Jun 20, 2017

Dave passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 after a long illness. Dave worked at W. L. Gore for many years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mildred Rew and his brother James Rew. He is survived by his sibilings, Doris Bailey-Bowen (Jerry), Ronald Rew (Barbara), Esther Rew and Linda Williams;...

Gervase Schuck

Gervase Schuck

Jun 18, 2017

Gervase J. “Pooch” Schuck, age 78 of Millsboro, DE formerly of Pottsville, PA passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2017. Pooch served as an U.S. Marine during Vietnam. He belonged to the American Legion Post 28 in Millsboro. Pooch was an animal lover, especially dogs. He enjoyed woodworking and singing karaoke. Pooch was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard...

John Crothers

John Crothers

Jun 18, 2017

John P. Crothers AGE: 74 • Newark John passed away tragically from an automobile accident on Sunday, June 18, 2017. John was formerly a volunteer Firefighter for Minquas Fire Department where he served as a Fire Lieutenant and Captain and was on the Board of Directors. He enjoyed puzzles, gardening making artistic creations with plastic canvas. John is survived by...

Irene Jackson-Hunter

Irene Jackson-Hunter

Jun 16, 2017

Irene Jackson-Hunter Sunrise- November 30, 1947 Sunset- June 16, 2017. Irene Jackson-Hunter was born to Moses and Agnes Jackson. She was one of 13 children and was the 4th child. Irene is survived by her two daughters, Dawn and Tiffany; 4 grandchildren, Meshia, Cynthia, Miyah, and Malachi; one great grandchild, Kyla; two brothers, Douglas and Dwight; and four sisters, Wendy,...

James Adams

James Adams

Jun 10, 2017

James Thomas Adams AGE: 38 • Newark Jimmy passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017. Jimmy was a fitness trainer and recently a landscaper. He was a 1997 graduate of St. Elizabeth High School and attended Journey Church. Jimmy was preceded in death by his mother, Lois Jean Reynolds and his sister, Jennifer Faith Yates. He is survived by children,...

Michel Childress Burris

Michel Childress Burris

Jun 4, 2017

Michel “Mickie” Childress Burris, age 48, of New Castle, went to be with The Lord on Sunday, June 4, 2017. Mickie graduated from New Castle Baptist Academy. She enjoyed doing crafts, riding motorcycles, and poetry. She loved all animals, especially her cats and horses. Mickie was preceded in death by her father, Roy Childress and her brother, Allen Childress. Survivors...

Robert Presley

Robert Presley

Jun 3, 2017

Robert "Pops" Presley AGE: 63 • Wilmington Bob passed away peacefully at home in the presence of his family on Saturday, June 3, 2017. Bob was a Union Carpenter for over 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren. Bob is survived by his wife of 45 years, Mary Louise Presley; his sons, Robert, Jr. (Jennifer),...