Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Christina J. Sandt
December 7, 2025
Christina J. Sandt, age 74, of Newark, formerly of the Netherlands, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Christina worked at Michael Christophers Hair Salon for many years and also worked as a waitress.
Christina enjoyed shopping, loved collecting Hummel Figurines, she liked jewelry, going to the beach, being with family and adored her cat, Willow.
She is preceded in death by her...
Anna Kelley
December 1, 2025
Anna Kelley, Age 81, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025 at the Mary Campbell Center.
Anna was a member of St. James Episcopal Church in Newport. She was a graduate of State School.
Anna enjoyed going bowling, she loved Delaware history and attended “return” day in Dover after every election.
Anna was preceded in death by her father, Edward Jackson Kelley in...
Roy E. Childress
November 29, 2025
Roy E. Childress, age 60, of Middletown, formerly of New Castle, passed away tragically in a car accident on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
Roy was an extremely talented dry wall finisher for many years. He was very proud of his work and took pride in it. He learned the trade at a young age from his Father.
Roy attended New Castle Baptist...
Sharae Lynn Williams
November 29, 2025
Sharae Lynn Williams passed away on November 29, 2025. Born on April 7, 1984, she lived her life with joy, music, and a strong spirit. She loved to sing and enjoyed all types of music - from the band Staind to her favorite song of all time, Suavemente by Elvis Crespo.Sharae celebrated life fully and joyously. She was the kind...
Gene A Shinaberry
November 28, 2025
Gene A. Shinaberry, age 68, of Bear, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 28, 2025 at his home.
Gene was born in Hawaii and lived throughout New Castle County. He was a boiler maker and millwright for about 20 years at Amtrak at both the Wilmington and Bear Car Shops. He was also a self employed carpenter with Custom Remodeling. Gene...
John Laughner
November 26, 2025
John Laughner,79, passed away on November 26 in the home of his daughter, Julie. For the past year his health was failing and over the past 2 months got exponentially worse. He left his home in the Poconos in early October to move into an independent living community near his family. Many friends of his in the Poconos visited him...
George "Dola" Williamson
November 26, 2025
George “Dola” Williamson, age 66, lived life on his own terms and accepted death on his own terms.
Dola spent many years as a fireman for Minquas Fire Company and continued as a volunteer until his death. He retired from New Castle County Public Works after 20 years.
He loved motorcycles and trips to Myrtle Beach Bike Week. He had a TastyKake...
Georgette Frances DiVirgilis
November 25, 2025
Georgette Frances DiVirgilis, a woman defined by her boundless capacity for kindness and a gentle spirit, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in Newark, Delaware, at the age of 78.
Born in Wilmington, Delaware, Georgette was the beloved daughter of the late George Francis Staker Sr. and Rose Marshall. She resided in Delaware most of her life, where she cultivated...
Sergio Perez
November 22, 2025
Sergio Perez Nova, 31, a resident of Newark, passed away on Saturday, November 22nd.
Sergio will be remembered as a good son, brother, friend, and above all, an excellent father. He deeply enjoyed spending time with his children, whom he loved until his last moment. He was a strong man, always cheerful and playful, and he loved being around people and...
Saul Zarco Marcial
November 20, 2025
Saul Zarco Marcial, de Nocupétaro, Michoacán, México, falleció rodeado de amor, incluidas sus dos sobrinas, Diana y Elizabeth, y su hermano, Beny. Saúl era un hombre de profundo sentimiento y una fuerte devoción por las personas que cuidaba.En sus años más jóvenes, a Saúl le gustaba jugar al baloncesto y mantenerse activo. A medida que crecía, se hizo conocido por...
Juan Carlos Rodriguez Benitez
November 19, 2025
Juan Carlos Rodríguez Benítez, de 46 años, de Wilmington, fallecio el miérceles 19 de noviembre de 2025.
A Juan le encantaba comer y pasar el tiempo con sus amigos. Le gustaba el béisbol y animar a sus equipo derortivos favorites en Boston. Juan era el hombre más feliz y se le echará mucho, de menos.
Los servicies son privados.
En lugar de flores,...
Timothy James Brown
November 19, 2025
Timothy James Brown, age 64, of Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at home in the presence of his family.
Tim was a 1979 graduate of Delcastle High School. He was a sheet metal worker for Local 19 for many years. Tim enjoyed Nascar, spending time with his family and at his cabin in Potter County, PA.
Tim was preceded...
Maria Antonia Coppola
November 19, 2025
Maria A Coppola, 77 years old of New Castle, Delaware, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Maria was born in Sicily, Italy, on June 1st, 1948, and lived with her parents and younger brother Carmelo until the age of eight. Maria then moved with her family to Canada, where she enjoyed spending time with her...
Denisse Zamora - Perez
November 18, 2025
En lugar de flores, la familia agradecería contribuciones para ayudar con los gastos del funeral:
Donación funeraria de Denisse Zamora-Perez In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate contributions to assist with the funeral expenses:
Denisse Zamora-Perez Funeral Donation Denisse Zamora-Perez, de 30 años, residente de Newark, partió a la presencia del Señor el martes 18 de noviembre de 2025.
Denisse fue graduada en 2013...
Detlev "Deke" Moore
November 16, 2025
Detlev “Deke” Moore, 82, passed away peacefully in hospice care on Sunday, November 16, 2025. Born in Frankfurt, Germany in 1942, he was raised by his mother, Margareta (Schrodt) Moore, and stepfather, Howard Moore. As part of a military family, Deke spent his childhood and teenage years in Germany, Scotland, Alabama, and New Jersey, among other locations, before settling in...
Christopher M. Brooks
November 10, 2025
Christopher M. Brooks, age 71, of Wilmington, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025.
Chris was the owner of Security Observation Systems for many years. He was a member of a local dance club where he played music.
Chris was an avid hunter and he enjoyed canoeing, rock climbing, cliff jumping, martial arts and traveling.
Chris is preceded in death by his parents,...
Bernice Moore
November 4, 2025
Bernice "Stumpy" Moore, age 87, of Elkton, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Stumpy worked as a rural letter carrier for over 30 years and also worked at the Hockessin Post Office and was the secretary for the Rural Letter Carrier Association.
She was a member of various social clubs in Elkton and Newark and participated at...
Charles H. Moore IV
November 2, 2025
Charles H. Moore IV, age 57, of Middletown, he grew up in Delaware City, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Charlie was a mechanic that developed a passion for trucks. Which led him to working many years in the trucking industry. He loved fishing from a small boy to an adult. Other interest he had was smoking different types of...
George G. Hand Jr.
November 1, 2025
George G. Hand Jr., age 45, of Delaware County. passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025.
Georgie enjoyed drawing, listening to music and was a huge New Orleans Saints fan.
Georgie was preceded in death by his dad, George G. Hand Sr.
Survivors include his children, George G. Hand III, Destiny M. Hand and Jordan D. Hand; mother, Margaret Hand; brothers, Jason Halvorsen...
Wanda Montalvo Olivera
October 23, 2025
In lieu of flowers the family asks for contributions to assist with the funeral expenses. Donations can be made at this link: https://app.fluidpay.com/spp/montalvoolivera
En lugar de flores, se pueden hacer donaciones para ayudar con los gastos del funeral en este enlace: https://app.fluidpay.com/spp/montalvoolivera
Obituario de Wanda Amarilys Montalvo Oliveras
Wanda Amarilys Montalvo Oliveras, de 54 años, anteriormente de Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico, falleció dejando...
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