Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Gary Smith
Aug 14, 2024
Gary Smith, a beloved father, grandfather, and dedicated worker, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in May of 1951, Gary lived a life marked by devotion and hard work. He is preceded in death by his devoted wife of 38 years, Donna Smith, as well as his mother Joyce and father Paul. Gary...
J. David Goss
Aug 13, 2024
J. David Goss Wilmington - John David Goss, a kind and gentle soul who loved his family beyond measure, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 13 at the ripe old age of 102. Dave, as he preferred to be called, was the son of Lewis and Carrie Goss, the husband of Dorothy Goss, the father of Pennie and David W. Goss,...
Michael Fox Jr.
Aug 9, 2024
Michael Gray Fox, Jr., age 51, of Sugar Grove, IL passed away on August 09, 2024, at Ascension Mercy Hospital in Aurora, IL. He was born April 30, 1973, in Rocky Mount, NC, the son of Michael Gray Fox, Sr. and Agnes Fox Hutton (nee Young). Michael worked for Autumn Builders for several years. Michael was an avid fisherman spending...
Nicole "Nicki" Hill
Aug 8, 2024
Nicole M. “Nicki” Hill, age 45, of Bear, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 8, 2024. Nicki graduated from Glasgow High School in 1997. She worked as a nanny for many years and has recently been doing environmental studies. Nicki loved being a mother to her two children, an aunt, daughter and sister. She had a supernatural ability and love...
Maricela Sauce Perez
Aug 1, 2024
Maricela Sauce Perez, age 33, of New Castle, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Maricela loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed having a good time and helping others. Maricela is survived by her spouse, Eliseo Hernandez; children, Joaquin Mendez, Kelly Lozano, Itzel Hernandez and Eliseo Hernandez Jr.; parents, Joaquin Sauce and Felipa Perez;...
Ella Larsen
Aug 1, 2024
Ella M. Larsen, age 62, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Ella worked for the Red Clay School District for many years. She enjoyed collecting coins, looking into ancestry and she loved all her pets. Ella is survived by her husband, Jim Larsen; daughter, Theresa; sister, Mary Smith; and her loving nieces, nephews and extended family. Services...
Australia S. Filion Vda De Jaquez
Aug 1, 2024
Australia S. Filion Vda De Jaquez, age 95, of Newark, formerly of the Dominican Republic, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Australia enjoyed traveling, music and dancing. Australia is preceded in death by her daughter, Leidy Jaquez; brother, Umberto Filion; and sister, Aidia Filion. Survivors include her children, Jacqueline Jaquez, Nestor Jacquez, Antonia Jaquez, Dario...
Michael Jones
Jul 28, 2024
Michael J. Jones, age 68, of Wilmington, formerly of Glenville, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 28, 2024 in the presence of his loving family, who will miss him dearly. Mike graduated from Conrad High School in 1975. He worked as a life-long painting contractor. Mike was generous and had a larger-than-life personality. He was adored by...
Joyce "Joe" Rohm
Jul 27, 2024
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal” Joyce “Joe” Rohm passed away on July 27th, 2024 at Christiana Hospital surrounded by his loving family, just a short time after losing his beloved wife of 67 years, Joanne. Joe was born in Uniontown, PA on August 21, 1935 to the late Lawrence...
Bessie Pettyjohn
Jul 26, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother & friend Bessie Pettyjohn, who passed away on July 26, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on March 13, 1949, in Florence, South Carolina, she grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and later moved to Milford, Delaware. She was a dedicated and loving wife to her...
James England
Jul 20, 2024
James L. England, age 83, of Townsend, DE, born and raised near Kennett Square, PA, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Jim graduated from Kennett Square High School in 1958. He was a proud member of the United States National Guard. Jim worked for Dupont at the Experimental Station as a member of the Lab Team for over 35...
Miles Kierson
Jul 18, 2024
Miles Kierson, 82, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, in Wilmington, Delaware, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 14, 1941, in Baltimore, MD, to his parents, Azariah and Cynthia. He grew up joyfully with his siblings, Millicent and Richard. He consciously spent most, if not all, of his life on a spiritual journey. The twists and...
Joanne Rohm
Jul 16, 2024
Joanne Rohm passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on July 16, 2024. Joanne was born in 1936 in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, to the late Charles Upole and Bessie McCrobe Upole. A working mom, Joanne was employed by Bell Telephone Mechtron corp and EMR services. Later, she would find her passion working for the post office at Zingos grocery store...
Michael Haumesser Jr.
Jul 13, 2024
The family of Michael Charles Haumesser Jr., of Newark, Delaware, is saddened to announce his passing on July 13, 2024, at the age of 40 years old, from cancer. Michael is survived by his mother, Teresea Haumesser; siblings, Michelle Fazekas, Matthew Haumesser, Christopher Haumesser and Ashley Haumesser; his favorite dog, Vixen, and the others Ally and Beanie; aunt, Melissa Knauf;...
Lisa Riley
Jul 10, 2024
Lisa R. Riley born January 29, 1967 departed this life peacefully July 10, 2024 at Christiana Hospital. Parents, the late Raymond Riley and mother, Beatrice Riley. She leaves to cherish her memory Joann Byrd and a host of relatives and friends.
Thomas Connelly
Jul 6, 2024
Thomas Connelly, age 80, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024. Tom was a Marine Corps Veteran who served two tours in Vietnam. He worked for over 30 years with CSX Transportation until he retired. Tom was a founding member of Surf Casters Club of Delaware and a beloved member of The Training Center where he was affectionately...
Ray Gilbert Johns
Jul 4, 2024
It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Ray Gilbert Johns, 66, of Claymont, Delaware who died on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Christiana Hospital after a brief illness. Ray was born in Corpus Christi, Texas in 1957. He grew up in Claymont, Delaware, graduated from Claymont High School in 1975 and attended the University of Delaware majoring...
Donald Foster Sr.
Jul 2, 2024
Donald J. Foster, Sr., age 91, of Elsmere, DE passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Born on Barley Mill Road in 1932, Don graduated from A I duPont High School. He recently celebrated 67 years with his loving wife, Lois, raising a family of 5. Don retired after 40 years on a private estate and always shared fond memories...
Douglas Walker
Jun 26, 2024
Douglas William Walker, age 46, of Wilmington, passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Doug attended Howard High School. Most of his career was spent in the electrical field. He loved spending time with his dog, Jaco. Doug also enjoyed fishing and nature, especially living in Alaska for about a year. Doug was preceded in death...
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