Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Deborah Dembkowski

Deborah Dembkowski

June 1, 2008

Age 46, of Wilmington, DE passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2008. Debbie graduated from Wilmington HS in 1979. She previously worked at O'Friel's Irish Pub. She was preceded in death by her father, Stanley Budynkiewicz and her brother, John W. Hinckle, III. She is survived by her children, Lindsey and Patrick Dembkowski; her granddaughter, Makayla Johnson; mother, Barbara Hinckle;...

Doris Starr

Doris Starr

May 11, 2008

Age 79, of Wilmington, De, went to be with the Lord on, Sunday, May 11, 2008. Doris was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Edward G. Starr, Jr., in 1997. She is survived by her children, Doris M. Asmus & husband Raymond; Edward G. Starr, III & wife Patricia; Anna M. Hutton & husband Steven H.; and...

Charles Johnson

Charles Johnson

May 10, 2008

The Johnson family and friends are greatly mourning the unexpected loss of their son and brother Charles (Chuck) Evans Johnson, Jr., on May 10, 2008. Chuck was born on May 11, 1978 in Wilmington, DE. He was a free spirit who enjoyed the outdoors, water sports, animals and adventure. Chuck had a big heart, always willing to help others in...

Marion Stubbles

Marion Stubbles

May 3, 2008

Age 89, of Newark, DE, formerly of Westview, passed away on, Saturday, May 3, 2008 at home with her granddaughter. Marion was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, George William Stubbles, Sr., in 2002. She is survived by her son, George William Stubbles, Jr.; grandchildren, Vicki L. Crew & George William Stubbles, III; and 5 great grandchildren....

George Morrison

George Morrison

April 20, 2008

George W .Morrison, known to many as Willard Morrison, age 78, passed away April 20, 2008 with his family by his side. George was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother who will be missed by all who knew and loved him. George was born in Newark, DE to Frank W. and Elizabeth A.(Davis) Morrison. He graduated from Newark High...

Eugenia Clifton

Eugenia Clifton

April 9, 2008

Age 79, of Newport, DE, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Jean was primarily a homemaker and worked at Justis Brothers in Newport in the 1950's. She enjoyed camping and being at the beach. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Robert G. "Bobby" Clifton, Sr. in 2001. She is survived by her son and...

Joseph Mcenery

Joseph Mcenery

April 2, 2008

Joseph C."Mickey" McEnery, age 82, of New Castle, DE, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at Riverside Transitional Care. Joe was employed by General Motors for 38 years before retiring in 1988. He was a WWII Army veteran, a member of VFW Stahl Post #30, FOE and a member of Holy Spirit RC Chiurch. Joe skated at Christiana Roller...

Phyllis Jones

Phyllis Jones

April 2, 2008

Age 62, of Wilmington, DE, went to be with the Lord on, Friday, March 28, 2008. Phyllis worked at Mary's Country Kitchen for 15 years; she was a loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband John Paul Jones and is survived by her children, Kim Langrell and Frank Langrell; her grandchildren, Jennifer Langrell, JT Langrell...

James Gilmore

James Gilmore

March 27, 2008

James F. Gilmore Jr. Age 79, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 27, 2008 after a long illness. Jim was a native of Philadelphia, where he graduated from Drexel University. He worked various places, including John McShain Builders, before moving to Delaware in 1967 to work for the DuPont Company, where he retired from in...

William Bradigan

William Bradigan

March 16, 2008

William Bradigan of New Castle, DE, passed away on, Sunday, March 16, 2008. Bill worked for Lucent Technologies for 35 years before reitring in 2001.Bill was an Army veteran and an active member of NA & AA for the past 28 years. He enjoyed motorcycles, watching football and his Irish heritage. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lalonie...

Elsie Cox

Elsie Cox

March 16, 2008

Elsie Cox, age 89, of Wilmington, DE, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2008 at Brandywine Convalescent Center, where her care was managed by Compassionate Care Hospice. Elsie was born July 13, 1918 in Wilmington, DE. Elsie retired from The Playhouse Theatre after 25 years as treasurer of the box office, where she enjoyed meeting many famous Hollywood and Broadway stars....

Melba Peck

Melba Peck

March 13, 2008

Of Wilmington, DE, formerly of Romont, WV, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 13, 2008. Melba was a homemaker who loved animals, especially cats and dogs.She enjoyed country & standard music and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, of over 60 years, Raymond A. "Ray" Peck in 2002. Melba is survived by her children, Cheryl Stevens of...

Margaret Moran

Margaret Moran

March 12, 2008

Age 80, of Wilmington, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 12, 2008. Marge worked in hotel management for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, James Moran in 2007. Services will be private. The family suggests contributions in Margaret's memory to Heartland Hospice, 261 Chapman Road, Suite 100, Newark, DE 19702.

Michael Rohrer

Michael Rohrer

March 10, 2008

Age 47, of Newark, DE, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2008 in the presence of his family. Michael was a foreman with local 626 and previously worked at Mumford & Miller and several other local businesses. He enjoyed fishing and hiking. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Bart Martinez & stepfather, Robert Fetters. He is survived by...

Catherine Swanson

Catherine Swanson

February 25, 2008

Catherine L. Swanson Age 47, of Wilmington, DE, received her angel wings quietly at home in the presence of her family, on Monday, February 25, 2008. Cathi was a stay at home mom and mom mom and a Girl and Boy Scout leader in the Wilmington area for many years. She was an avid crafter and Raggedy Ann collector. Cathi...

Walter Robinson

Walter Robinson

February 18, 2008

Walter R. Robinson Age 67, of Bear, DE, passed away on Monday, February 18, 2008. Walt was employed by the DuPont Company for 32 years before retiring in 1999 and was a 50 year member of the Minquas Fire Company. He was preceded in death by wife, of 31 years, Audrey M. Robinson in 1994. Walt is survived by his...

Ronald Cook

Ronald Cook

February 16, 2008

Ronald L. Cook, Sr. Age 63, of Stanton, DE, succumbed to a bout with Cancer on Saturday, February 16, 2008. Ron most recently worked as a bus driver for DART's Paratransit. He was a member of the Lenni AC in Lenni, PA. Ron enjoyed watching car racing, especially NASCAR. He collected and restored antique cars. Ron is survived by his...

Ethel Dibuo

Ethel Dibuo

February 15, 2008

Ethel Mae Wilson DiBuo Ethel who lived in New Castle, was born on April 20, 1937 in Newark, DE to the late William and Bertha Wilson. She left this world to be with the Lord on Friday, February 15, 2008 after a long, hard struggle with Cancer. Ethel was primarily a homemaker and worked at numerous Retail Stores. She was...

James John

James John

February 15, 2008

J. Mason John Age 37, of Bear, DE, formerly of Newport, DE, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 15, 2008. Mason worked in the accounting department at First USA in the late 1990's. He was a former member of Richardson United Methodist Church and currently attended Lighthouse Baptist Church. Mason enjoyed fishing and was a member of...

E. Kennedy

E. Kennedy

February 5, 2008

Age 92, of Cecil County, MD, formerly of Newport, DE, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2008. Louise, who liked to be called "Wheezie", was the daughter of the late Alvin and Emma Chambers. She was a homemaker and former member of Christiana Fire Company. She enjoyed reading, gardening, eating out and playing Bingo. She had a very outgoing personality...