Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Nancy Pearson
December 3, 2023
Nancy Maclary Pearson, age 91, of Newark, passed away at her home early Sunday morning, December 3, 2023. Nancy was born to James H. Maclary and Alice Brown Maclary in Wilmington, DE. She worked with her Father at his store, Maclary's Market. Upon graduation from Goldey Beacon college, Nancy worked at Hercules as a Secretary to former State Senator William...
Eric Selby
December 2, 2023
Eric Roosevelt Selby Ooh-rah November 12, 1960 to December 2, 2023 Eric is a son, grandson, brother, uncle, cousin, grandfather, husband, stepdad, and a friend. Eric is the protector of his sister, bodyguard to his brothers, and a provider for his children. Eric is happy now, but he leaves behind heavy hearts of his loved ones. Eric constantly said go...
Hong Ji
November 26, 2023
Hong Ji, age 50, of Newark, DE, formerly of Rochester, MN and Shanghai, China, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023. Hong Ji graduated from the University of Southern California with a Masters in Electrical Engineering. She worked as a Marketing Manager for Electronic Technology since 2006 and before that she was an Electronic Engineer for TeleCommunications Technology. Hong Ji...
Juan Allongo
November 23, 2023
Juan M. Allongo, age 71, of Hockessin, DE, formerly of East Brunswick, NJ, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at Christiana Hospital. Juan was born in Cuba to the late Juan and Norma Allongo. He served in the U.S. Air National Guard and was retired from JP Morgan Chase and Credit Suisse First Boston. Juan was a member of...
Paul Weber
November 19, 2023
Paul Edward Weber, 61, formerly of Newark, passed away suddenly on November 19th. Paul attended St. Mark’s High School and the University of Delaware. He ran several successful businesses including Plantscapes by White Clay and Splash!. Eventually, working for OMNE Staffing Services, Inc. brought him to New York City. He was the Executive Director of an organization that assisted those...
Dolores Lewis
November 18, 2023
Dolores M. “Dee” Lewis, age 91, of Newport, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Dee was a retired registered nurse. She enjoyed watching sports, especially the Eagles, Phillies and Penn State. She loved baking, sewing and shopping, especially at the Dollar Store. Dee was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Robert E. “Bob” Lewis; her sisters,...
Mary Brown Eberts
November 18, 2023
Mary loved to travel and left on November 18, 2023 from Wilmington, DE, surrounded by her beloved family, on her final journey to join the rest of their family in eternal life with God. She was born in 1927 in North Creek, NY, daughter of George Watson and Clara Marie (Collard) Brown. A graduate of North Creek High School, she...
Mary Gaglio - Carroll
November 17, 2023
Mary C. Gaglio - Carroll, age 61, of Wilmington, DE, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023. Mary enjoyed sewing, crocheting and collecting dolls. She is preceded in death by her brother, Mario Gaglio Jr, and her father, Mario Gaglio Sr. Survivors include her son, Gerald Carroll; daughter, Nina Carroll; brothers, Vincent Gaglio and Peter Gaglio; sister, Melanie Gaglio, and...
Steven Eachus
November 16, 2023
Steven Richard Eachus, age 76, of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Steve was born to Preston J. Eachus and Dorothy M. Eachus. He graduated from Media High School in 1965 where he was voted the quietest in his class. Soon after graduating he joined the US Army, doing a tour of duty in...
David Edwards
November 15, 2023
David Anthony Edwards Jr., age 37, of New Castle County, went to be with the Lord on November 15, 2023. Dave worked as a an Assistant Manager at Dollar General. He enjoyed going to concerts and especially loved rock and roll music. Dave is preceded in death by his parents, David Sr. and Erin Edwards. Survivors include his son, Logan...
Anna Ober
November 11, 2023
Anna Marie Ober, 87, of Elmhurst, Wilmington, Delaware passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023. She was the daughter of Howard and Anna Marie (Mary) Sharp. She was a graduate of Wilmington High School and retired from the DuPont Co. Anna was a member of the Richardson Park United Methodist Church and the Five Points Chapter #13, Order of Eastern...
Joan Stadelman-Walker
November 11, 2023
Joan Stadelman-Walker, age 87, of Wilmington, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Joan worked as a crossing guard and teacher's aide at Richardson Park Elementary and Junior High School from 1966 to 1972 and as an accountant for the State of Delaware Court of Common Pleas. Joan was an active member of the Richardson Park United...
William Perez
November 9, 2023
William Perez Jr., age 50, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023. William was born in Brooklyn, NY. He lived in the Poconos, PA, and worked at St. Luke's Hospital in the maintenance department. He was a member of Iglesia Penticostal de Templo Sion . William enjoyed spending time with his kids, family, and friends. William is preceded in death...
Diane Cunningham
November 7, 2023
Diane M. Cunningham, age 70, of Newport, joined her parents on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Diane attended Conrad High School and the John G. Leach School. She was a member of Peniel United Methodist Church and the Minquas Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. Diane is preceded in death by her parents, Florence and John Cunningham. Survivors include her sister Patricia A....
Mary Wheeler
November 6, 2023
Mary A. Wheeler, age 68, of Wilmington, DE, formerly of Grantville, PA, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023, after complications from lung cancer. Mary was a lifelong horse woman. She also bred and showed American Bulldogs all across the United States. Survivors include her husband of 33 years, Rob; daughters, Heather, Jennifer and Jessica; and five grandchildren. Services will...
Patricia Spinden
November 6, 2023
Patricia “Trish” Spinden, age 59, of New Castle, born in Wilmington, passed away on November 6, 2023. Trish worked for 20 years as a picture frame artist. Trish loved her dogs and her horses and loved making jewelry. Trish is preceded in death by her significant other, Elmer Smith; parents, Donald L. and Patricia A. Spinden; and brother, Donald “Butch”...
Shannon Moon
November 4, 2023
Shannon Aileen Moon, 52, sadly left us on November 4, 2023, following a lengthy hospital stay. Shannon was preceded in passing by her mother, Carol. She is survived by her father, Robert and her two brothers, Bryan and Cliff (Tonya). A Memorial Service in Shannon’s honor will be held at 11 am on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at NICHOLS-GILMORE FUNERAL...
Barbara Wolfer
November 4, 2023
Barbara Ann Deklerk Wolfer of Rehoboth Beach, formerly of New Jersey, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023. Crocheting was her talent, eventually becoming the outlet when times got tough. Barb is survived by her daughters, Jamie Saphow and Heather Wolfer, her mother Pearl Pacifico, sister,JoAnn Brock, brother William DeKlerk and her four grandchildren, Ethan, Lily, Cameron, and Logan. She...
William Hammons
October 31, 2023
William Jesse Hammons, age 91, of Wilmington, DE, formerly of Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Billy was a Marine Corps Veteran who served during the Korean War. After his time in the service he owned his own HVAC company for over 70 years. Billy was an AA supporter who helped a lot of people over the years....
Francis "Mickey" Johnson
October 27, 2023
Francis M. “Mickey” Johnson, age 72, of Wilmington, formerly of West Grove, PA, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2023. Mickey was born December 23, 1950 to the late Lewis H. and Marian Johnson. He was a 1969 graduate of Avon Grove High School and always enjoyed taking part in and helping with the reunions. After graduation, Mickey began a...
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