Victor Avila

Victor M. Avila, age 66, of Wilmington, formerly of Manhattan, NY, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 23, 2025.

Victor worked as a paint contractor for over 40 years. He loved what he did for a living and took pride in passing down the trade to both of his sons. He enjoyed disco music, dancing, going to Ocean City, Maryland and cheering on the Miami Dolphins. Victor enjoyed above all else spending time with his family and his grand kids.

Victor is preceded in death by his brother, Tony Leara, and sister, Phyllis Fraginals.

Survivors include his spouse of 45 years, Karen Avila; sons, Victor Avila and Chris Avila; daughters, Jennie Avila and Sabrina Avila; grandchildren, Christopher Avila, Jaciana Preston, Chase Avila, Penelope Santana, Isabella Avila, Michael Preston, Amara Santana and Maryjane Avila.

Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Nichols – Gilmore Funeral Home, 212 East Justis Street Newport, DE 19804, where visitation will begin at 10:00 AM.