Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Veronica "Ronnie" (Mousley) Colatriano
Mar 25, 2016
Veronica "Ronnie" (Mousley) Colatriano AGE: 63 • Wilmington Ronnie passed away tragically and unexpectedly on Friday, March 26, 2016. Ronnie is survived by her children, Jodi Colatriano, Suzanne Colatriano, Joseph Thomas, Christina Quillin and Raymond Thomas; 19 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and several brothers and sisters. Visitation will be from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM on Saturday, April 2 at...
Patricia Lange
Mar 21, 2016
Patricia Lange, age 58, went to dance with the angels on March 21, 2016. Patricia, better known as Patty Baird was born on August 13, 1957 in New Castle, DE to the late Thomas and Doris. Patty loved life and was full of it. She enjoyed spending time with her family, the sun, being outdoors and trips to the beach....
Billie Jean Sheridan
Mar 19, 2016
Billie Jean "Punkin" Sheridan Of Wilmington, age 65, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2016. Punkin was a devoted homemaker. In the 1980's she worked as a Unit Clerk at both the Wilmington and Christiana Hospitals. She also worked as a waitress at Mary's Kountry Kitchen in Stanton. Punkin enjoyed arts & crafts and family vacations to Disney World. Punkin...
William Slevin
Mar 16, 2016
William "Bill" Slevin AGE: 65 • Newark Bill passed away March 16, 2016 in the presence of his family at his home. He loved building bird houses, model trains, gardening and NASCAR. Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Kathy and grandson, Justin at home; son Christopher of New Castle; daughter Gwen and son in law Juan...
Joyce Farmer
Mar 7, 2016
Joyce died on Monday, March 7, 2016 at her home. She was letter carrier for the United States Postal Service, retiring in 2009 after 28 years of service. She had also worked at Food Lion in Bear. Joyce was a member of Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church and the National Association of Letter Carriers Branch #4015. She considered herself a "Gypsy...
Fredrick Mitchell
Mar 3, 2016
Fredrick Norman Mitchell - "Fred" born July 4, 1967 passed away peacefully on March 3, 2016. Fred was a loving and dedicated man who took these characteristics very seriously. He was a son, companion, in-law, pet owner and friend. He was protective and loyal and above all else valued his relationships tremendously. In his professional life Fred has worn many...
Vidal Padilla Campos
Mar 3, 2016
My father, our hero Vidal Padilla Campos. Born on February 15, 1935 in Rio Piedras, PR. A humble working man and gave everything in for his family. Many years of commitment and dedication to put me and his grandchildren forward. When I say that he is my hero is because that’s the way my heart describes him. Today on March...
Deborah Nance
Feb 20, 2016
Deborah A. Nance, age 63, of Wilmington passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2016. She worked as a manager for six years at Home Depot. Deborah is survived by her husband of 38 years, Jim; her son, Tyler; her daughter, Katelyn; her mother, Geraldine Walsh; brothers, Jody Walsh and Rob Walsh and other extended family. A celebration of life will...
Fred Crocker
Feb 20, 2016
Fred Crocker AGE: 98 • Formerly of Newport Fred passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2016 at Newark Manor Nursing Home from kidney failure. Fred was a WWII Marine veteran. He was a Millwright for the DuPont's Edgemoor site for 35 years before retiring in 1980. Fred was a very active lifetime member of Minquas Fire Company in Newport. He...
Bryan Gilmore
Feb 19, 2016
Bryan Patrick Gilmore May 12, 1984 - February 19, 2016 Jacksonville Beach Bryan Patrick Gilmore, 31 of Jacksonville Beach, died Friday, February 19, 2016 of an accidental overdose ending his life-long struggle with dyslexia, bipolar disorder, and addiction. He was a professional college graduate, an avid surfer, a sunrise lover, and a hard loving, highly intelligent, wildly creative, risk taking...
Lee Martin
Feb 18, 2016
Lee R. “Reds” Martin Age 32 of Wilmington Lee passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 18, 2016. He was a New England Patriots fan. Lee loved Tigger and his favorite color was red. Lee was preceded in death by his dad, Matthew Martin and his grandmom, Arlene Greene Martin. He is survived by his children, Angelo and Carmela Martin and...
Monnis Harris
Feb 17, 2016
Monnis U. Harris AGE: 85 • Wilmington Monnis passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at his home. He was originally from Broadford, VA, the son of the late W. Stuart and Beulah B. (Crewey) Harris. Monnis served as an Army infantryman during the Korean War, receiving various decorations, including the Purple Heart. He worked at the Speakman Co. for...
Janet Smiley
Feb 16, 2016
Janet passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2016. She was the last of the 11 children of the late Nathaniel and Katherine (Roberts) Smith. Janet was a 1952 graduate of P.S. DuPont High School. She retired from the Personal Finance Department of the Wilmington Trust Company after over 50 years of service. Janet was a very active member of Peniel...
Annette Dennison "Neta" Clay
Feb 14, 2016
Neta passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2016. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Maude Dennison. Neta retired from the DuPont Co after about 40 years of service. She always thought of her family and was there when they needed her. Neta was preceded in death by brother and sister-in-law, Harold and Marie Dennison; her sisters, Myrtle...
Helen Surowiec
Feb 13, 2016
Helen C. Surowiec AGE: 89 • Wilmington Helen passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2016 after a short illness. She was a member of St. Matthews Church. Helen retired from the IRS after over 30 years of service. She enjoyed traveling the United States with her husband Charles, spending summers at West Bay Park and eating crabs with her family...
Callie Reader
Feb 11, 2016
Callie V. Reader AGE: 79 • Wilmington Callie passed away at Gilpin Hall on Thursday, February 11, 2016. She was a homemaker and previously worked at Kamagraph and Chicken Deluxe. Callie enjoyed fishing, visiting Delaware Park, watching football and baseball, listening to Country music and spending time with friends and family. She loved animals especially her many dogs. Callie was...
Gene Dempsey
Feb 11, 2016
Gene A. Dempsey AGE: 82 • Corner Ketch, Newark, Delaware Gene A. Dempsey passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 11, 2016, with his family by his side. Gene was born on January 15, 1934, on his family's dairy farm in Corner Ketch. Gene worked for Delmarva Power for 30 years as a pipe fitter. After retirement, he spent many happy...
Ronald Graff
Jan 29, 2016
Ronald A. Graff Sr. AGE: 76 • Newark Ron passed away peacefully on Friday, January 29,2016 with his family at his side. Ron who was born in Scranton, PA served in the US Navy from 1962 to 1965 on the USS Severan. He has resided in Delaware for over 50 years. Ron retired from M&G Convoy/Ryder after 35 years of...
Carl Nelson
Jan 29, 2016
It is with great sadness that the family of Carl Edward Nelson announce his passing, on Friday, January 29, 2016, at the age of 54 years old. Carl was living in Galena, Maryland and is survived by his two daughters, Andrea & Katie Nelson, and his siblings Patricia Stombaugh, Allen Nelson Jr. (Margaret), Jeanne Ambagais, Norma Vied (Phil), and Ronald...
Lida Thompson
Jan 28, 2016
Lida, age 74 of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2016. Lida was a former member of Richardson Park United Methodist Church where among her many activities she taught Sunday School. She was a 1959 graduate of Conrad High School. Lida enjoyed the beach and loved to cross stitch. Lida is survived by her daughter, Shari L. Owens; her...
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