Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Jamus Griffin
December 15, 2023
Jamus A. Griffin Jr., age 70, of New Castle, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 15, 2023, at home with his family. Jim attended William Penn High School. He worked as a chef for many years at several locations. Jim enjoyed camping and wood working. Jim is preceded in death by his mom, Connie Griffin and...
John Ziemann
December 15, 2023
John A. Ziemann, age 62, of Hockessin, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023. John graduated from Elkton High School in 1980 and from the University of Maryland in 1984. He was a right of way agent for New Castle County for over 20 years and also was a real estate appraiser and agent. John enjoyed boating, fishing and weightlifting....
William Falgowski
December 13, 2023
Bill passed away peacefully at The Summit on December 13, 2023 at the age of 86. He was born in Wilmington, Delaware to Madeline and William Falgowski. After graduating from Wilmington High School, Bill joined the Delaware National Guard in 1959 and was awarded the Medal of Military Merit. Bill was happily married to the love of his life, Lorraine...
David Reilly
December 10, 2023
David John Reilly passed away in Newark, DE on December 10, 2023. He was born in Philadelphia, PA, the son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Siebold) Reilly. David was a lifelong resident of Wilmington, DE. He attended Alexis I. duPont High School in Greenville, DE and the University of Delaware in Newark, graduating with a bachelor's degree in foreign...
Bernardino Montalvo
December 10, 2023
Bernardino Montalvo, age 65, of Newark, DE, formerly of Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 10, 2023. Bernardino was a true man of God. He loved being with his family. Bernardino was preceded in death by his mother, Marta Lydia Torres; his father, Bernardino Montalvo and his brother, Tito Montalvo. Survivors include his wife,...
Frank Tolomeo
December 7, 2023
Frank J. “FJ” Tolomeo Jr., age 78, of Newark, died on Thursday, December 7, 2023, after a serious illness. Frank was a 1963 graduate of Newark H.S. and then graduated from the University of Delaware. He worked as an engineer at Thiokol and also worked as the Maintenance Director at Genesis Health Care. Frank was a very active member of...
L. Elizabeth Papillo
December 5, 2023
L. Elizabeth (Vandever) Papillo, age 62, of Salisbury, MD, born in Wilmington, DE, passed away in her home on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. “Liz” lived life on her own terms, a free spirited woman until the end. In her early years, she would be on the back of a Harley every chance she got. She was known for doing anything...
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...
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