Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Leanne Knoll Holmes
October 7, 2023
Leanne Knoll Holmes of Milford, DE passed away on Saturday October 7th 2023. Leanne was born on August 26th 1962 in Binghamton, New York; daughter of Leo Knoll and the late Darla Knoll. Leanne is survived by her two children and three cherished grandchildren; son Adam Holmes and grandson Adam Jr., daughter Mallory Bryant and granddaughter Ellie Mae and grandson...
Suzanne Collas
October 5, 2023
Suzanne B. Churchwell Collas, age 58, of Wilmington, died on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Suzanne grew up in Newport. She graduated from Wilmington High School in 1983 and completed the Nursing Program at the Delaware Technical Community College. Suzanne worked at Wilmington and Christiana Hospital as well as Hospice. She also worked as a homecare nurse. Suzanne enjoyed cooking, camping,...
Willow Grant
September 29, 2023
Willow Anne Grant, 56, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on September 29th, 2023, after a long illness. She was born in Nashville, Tennessee in 1966. Due to the untimely death of her mother, she was raised by her loving grandparents in Little Rock, Arkansas. After graduating from Hall High School, she achieved her...
Ronald Parker
September 25, 2023
Ronald B. Parker “Poppy”, age 74, of Claymont, formerly of Delaware County, PA, returned back home on Monday, September 25, 2023. Poppy was a facilities employee and worked at St. Helena’s, Claymont Community Center and Ursuline High School. He enjoyed riding and racing motorcycles and his joy rides to the beach. Poppy loved Rehoboth beach especially his Thrashers fries. Poppy...
Michael J. Mckeown
September 21, 2023
Michael J. McKeown, age 65, of Newport, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023. Michael enjoyed interacting with people and loved music, especially Karen Carpenter. He was an avid Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles fan. Michael is preceded in death by his parents, John J. McKeown in 1970 and Charlotte McKeown in 1998. He is survived by many cousins. A Mass...
Michelle Fitts
September 21, 2023
Michelle L. Fitts, 59, of Elkton formerly of North East MD, went home to be with the Lord on September 27, 2023. Michelle graduated from Elkton High School in the class of 1981. Michelle worked at Union Hospital in housekeeping and also at Gore and American Mirrex, in Delaware City, where she retired. Michelle was a member of New Creations...
Arturo Ortiz-Cruz
September 18, 2023
Arturo Ortiz-Cruz 61, passed away unexpectedly on September 18, 2023, in his home in Wilmington, DE. He was born in Las Vueltas Coatepec de Harinas Estado de Mexico, the son of Fermin Ortiz Cruz and Celedonia Ortiz Cruz. Arturo spent his career working in landscaping and farming. He met his beloved wife Margie Ortiz-Cruz in 2003 and recently celebrated 20...
Elda Mcgovern
September 17, 2023
Elda H. McGovern, age 86, of Dover, formerly of New Castle County, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023. Elda worked for Delaware Trust Bank for many years. She was a former member of St. Matthew’s Church and a member of the Red Hat Society. Elda enjoyed sewing and would make baby clothing to donate. Elda was preceded in death...
Jose "Pipo" Gonzalez Santiago
September 16, 2023
Jose "Pipo" Gonzalez Santiago, age 20, of Wilmington, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, September 16, 2023. Pipo was a hard working man who loved his daughter. He attended McKean High School and in his youth he attended Tower of Prayer. Pipo was always trying his best. Pipo enjoyed cars. He loved spending time with his daughter and family. Pipo was preceded...
John Brittingham
September 15, 2023
On Friday, September 15, 2023 John closed his eyes peacefully and joined his loved ones in Heaven. He was 76 years old and lived in Wilmington. John was self taught general contractor. He owned Brittingham Construction for his entire career before he retired in 2018. John was a devoted Catholic. He was a member of St. Matthews Catholic Church and...
Christopher Tumulty
September 12, 2023
Christopher Lee Tumulty (Chris), age 61, of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Christopher was a graduate of Dickinson High school. He worked for many years with Holloway Bros. Tools and most recently worked for Ramada by Wyndham. He was a lifetime Philadelphia sports fan but especially loved the Eagles. He also enjoyed playing...
Annette Tomasello
September 11, 2023
Annette Lynn Tomasello was born in San Jose, California. She departed this earth on Monday, September 11, 2023, at age 88, to meet with her Divine Master and Beloved St. Francis. Together, to walk through the eternal garden of paradise amongst all the beautiful flowers and animals she so loved and cared for during her life. Annette served proudly in...
David A Edwards Sr
September 8, 2023
David A. Edwards Sr. (Dave) It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of David A. Edwards Sr on Friday, September 8, 2023 at the age of 75. He was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law and dog daddy to Bryson and Chase. Dave was a proud and past member of the Delaware Air...
Virginia I. Price Kriebel Hunter
September 4, 2023
Virginia I. Price Kriebel Hunter, age 93, of Stanton/Newport, went to be with the Lord and her son on Monday, September 4, 2023. Virginia retired from the Town of Newport where she worked for several years. She was a former member of Calvary Presbyterian Church. Virginia enjoyed reading, especially her bible, gardening, cats and music. Virginia was preceded in death...
Jo Ann Schneidman
August 29, 2023
Artist and mental health therapist, Jo Ann Schneidman’s empathetic heart did not come to an end with her death. Jo passed away on August 29, 2023 at the age of 69, surrounded by loved ones. Jo earned her Bachelors from the University of Southern California and her Masters in counseling from the University of Missouri and went on to work...
Robert Lee Lynch Sr,
August 29, 2023
Robert Lee Lynch Sr, loving husband, father, and grandfather, age 69, of New Castle, formerly of Claymont, passed away unexpectedly from a traffic accident on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. Bob worked for Brookview Apartments in Claymont for 20 years and Amtrak for 10 years. He enjoyed camping and playing pool. Bob was preceded in death by his daughters, Amy, Chrissy,...
Nicholas Zaleski
August 28, 2023
Nicholas Zaleski, age 76, of Delaware, formerly of New Jersey, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023. Nick graduated from Carteret High School. He worked as head of the repair shop at General Motors for over 28 years and was the former Chief for the Carteret Fire Department. He attended Holy Family Catholic Church. Nick was an avid boater. He...
Dorothy Fawra
August 21, 2023
Dorothy Jean (Evans) Fawra, age 66, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 21, 2023. Born in Florence, SC, she was the daughter of the late Edmond Shepherd and Jessie Mae (Wilson) Evans. Dorothy owned and operated Day & Night Daycare for almost 30 years where she watched and helped raise countless kids including fostering. Dorothy was especially gifted...
Steven Schwee
August 20, 2023
Steven John Schwee, age 56, formerly of Colesville, MD, died Sunday, August 20, 2023 in Wilmington, DE after a long illness. Steve was born on December 28, 1966 in Silver Spring, MD to Leonard Joseph and Carol Anne (Miller) Schwee. Steve lived his rambunctious early years in Colesville, MD with his two brothers Jimmy and Mickey. A particularly close set...
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