Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Sheralyn Carol DeSebasco
Mar 19, 2025
Sheralyn (Sherry) Carol DeSebasco, age 82 of Wilmington, DE, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
Sherry was born in 1942 in Knoxville, Tennessee. She worked for many years as an administrative assistant at the law office of Rahaim and Saints.
Sherry was an avid sports fan closely following the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. She also had a love for animals, enjoyed...
Alfred Monroe Jr.
Mar 17, 2025
Alfred Monroe Jr. "Junie," age 73, of Wilmington, transitioned on Monday, March 17, 2025.
Junie served honorably in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and worked at General Motors in Wilmington for many years.
Junie enjoyed crabbing and fishing. He liked to cook, work on cars, and enjoyed playing basketball.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Marie Monroe, and sister,...
Julio Munoz Santiago
Mar 17, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Julio Munoz Santiago, who left us on Monday, March 17th, 2025, after suffering a sudden and severe heart attack.
Born in 1958, in Juana Díaz, Puerto Rico, Julio was a remarkable man, standing out even among his many siblings. He moved from Puerto Rico to Wilmington, DE,...
George “Ed” Horton
Mar 17, 2025
George “Ed” Horton, age 88, of North East, MD, formerly of Stanton, went to be with his wife on Monday, March 17, 2025.
Ed attended Sullivan High School in Fall Branch, TN. He was the co-owner of Horton Brothers Auto for over 30 years until he retired in 2011. Ed also worked at General Motors for 5 years and Electric Hose...
Thomas Schneider
Mar 16, 2025
Thomas Schneider, age 59, of New Castle, died on Sunday, March 16, 2025.
Tom is a 1983 graduate of William Penn High School. He worked as a mechanic for many years.
Tom loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, watching firework displays and hanging out with his dog.
Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Helen Schneider; sister, Linda and brother,...
Frank Wayne Wakeling
Mar 13, 2025
Frank Wayne Wakeling, age 80, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Wayne served in the National Guard and worked refinishing furniture for the Salvation Army for many years. He enjoyed traveling. Wayne was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Wakeling, III and his son, Frank W. Wakeling, Jr. Survivors include his sister, Doris Owens; his brother,...
Donna Ober
Mar 13, 2025
Donna L. Ober, age 79, of Millsboro, formerly of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Donna was employed by Dupont Company for 18 years and Delle Donne Associates for 13 years; a lifetime member of Ladies Auxiliary VFW, Diamond State Post 286 and American Legion Post 17 in Lewes, DE. She enjoyed baking, reading, fishing and the beach....
Dina Timmes
Mar 10, 2025
Dina Michelle Timmes, age 45, of Wilmington, formerly of Upland, PA, went to be home with the Lord on Sunday, March 9, 2025.Dina worked as a Horse Trainer for many years. She also worked as a Real Estate Investor.She had a passion for animals and loved working with them and saving as many as she could.Dina is preceded in death...
Sally Tinsman
Mar 2, 2025
Sally Tinsman, age 75, of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Sally was a 1967 graduate of Claymont High School and attended the University of Delaware. She worked in customer service starting at Delaware Trust and retiring from Wells Fargo in 2002. She then worked as a paralegal for Elzufon Austin Tarlov & Mondell,...
Edward Ruh
Feb 28, 2025
Edward Ruh, age 77, of Houston, DE, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025. Edward was a United States Army Veteran. He worked as a skilled craftsman and especially enjoyed woodworking. His other hobbies included fishing and hunting. Edward was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Ruh, and his parents, Sidney and Charles Ruh. Survivors included his sister, Frances...
William Perez
Feb 28, 2025
William Perez Sr., age 84, of Brooklyn, NY, formerly of Puerto Rico, went to be with his wife and son on Friday, February 28, 2025 in Newark, DE. William worked in the Maintenance Department at Fairfield Towers, in Brooklyn, NY for over 20 years before he retired. William like to watch westerns, especially Bonanza, and he enjoyed the farm life...
Gabriel Cherico
Feb 26, 2025
Gabriel David Cherico, age 62, of Claymont, DE formerly of Wilmington, DE passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 surrounded by family after a courageous battle with multiple illnesses. Gabe was a man whose generous spirit, boundless charisma, and vibrant personality, left an enduring mark on all who knew him. He took pride in his work as a painter, skillfully...
Martin Ford
Feb 20, 2025
Martin William Ford (Marty) 54, of New Jersey, formerly of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on February 20, 2025. Born in Jacksonville, Marty spent much of his life working in construction, specializing in building greenhouses. A true craftsman, he had a gift for woodworking and could turn the simplest materials into something beautiful. Marty had a deep love for animals, always...
David Peck
Feb 18, 2025
David Brian Peck, age 64, of Newport, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Dave worked as a longshoreman. He enjoyed playing guitar, riding his motorcycle, fishing, listening to music and spending time with his grandkids. Dave is preceded in death by his partner of 14 years, Doris Wright. Survivors include his daughters, Melissa Pierce and...
Shirley Gardner
Feb 14, 2025
Shirley Covert Gardner of Hockessin, DE, passed away peacefully on February 14th, 2025, surrounded by her family. Shirley was the epitome of warmth and grace and always greeted people with an open smile. She was born in Dallas, PA, to John and Kathryn Covert. The family moved to Delaware when she was in grade school and it was at Krebbs...
Ajay Munipalee
Feb 13, 2025
With deep sorrow and reverence, we announce the passing of Ajay, a cherished father, brother, husband and son. He was a man of great faith whose life reflected the love of Jesus Christ. Ajay was born as the second child to his loving parents Vijayamma and M.S. Srinivas in Hyderabad India. He had a happy childhood along with his grandparents,...
Dorothy Goad
Feb 12, 2025
Dorothy J Goad, age 85, peacefully went home to the Lord on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Born in Wilmington DE., Dorothy was a member of Liberty Fellowship Church in New Castle DE. and will be missed by her church family & friends of many years. She was retired from Bagels & Donuts where she was employed as part of the...
Donna Kask
Feb 11, 2025
Donna Marie Kask, age 72, of Newark, formerly of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Dona graduated from the University of Delaware. She worked for B&B Ticket Town for 20 years. Dona loved photography and going to concerts. She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Marie Kask. Survivors include her significant...
Leonardo Anzures Cruz
Feb 11, 2025
Leonardo "Lalo" Anzures Cruz, age 31, of Wilmington, formerly of Mexico, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Lalo was a Christian. He enjoyed fishing and liked to listen to music. Lalo is survived by his mother, Margarita Anzurez Cruz; brother, Otniel Anzures Cruz and sister, Karla Anzures Cruz. Services will be held at Noon, on Saturday, February 22, 2025...
Karl Bolte
Feb 10, 2025
On Monday, February 10, 2025, Karl Wolfgang Bolte, of Wilmington, went to join his beloved wife, Marion who passed away in 2023. Karl was a successful businessman and former president of Nabisco Brands, Inc. He was a member of the Delaware Saengerbund where he enjoyed playing cards and the company of other members. Karl also enjoyed good food and traveling...
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