Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Marjorie Casteel

Marjorie Casteel

October 2, 2021

Marjorie D. Casteel, age 94, of Wilmington, formerly of Bel Air, MD passed away peacefully at Union Hospital on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Marjorie worked as a nurse’s aide at St. Francis Hospital before retiring. Survivors include her daughter, Elaine Dramis (Leonard); sons, Michael Casteel (Debbie) and Daniel Casteel (Mary); sister, Dolores Hauger; grandchildren, Michelle Griner, Richard Griner, Darlene Mendenhall...

Robin Huntsberger

Robin Huntsberger

October 2, 2021

Robin Joyce Huntsberger, passed away on Saturday October 2, 2021 at Christiana hospice hospital she was 57. She was born in Baltimore MD and was the daughter of Virginia H. Gruklis and Daniel G. Huntsberger. She attended school in Baltimore MD graduated in Cambridge MD. She studied at Essex community college in Baltimore. She worked in lawn care also picking...

Norman Burton

Norman Burton

September 27, 2021

Norman L. “Dread” Burton, age 48, of Wilmington, formerly of Newark, New Jersey, sunset on Monday, September 27, 2021. Norman, known as Dread and Norm Newark enjoyed playing basketball and cards (spades). He was a loving son and brother and father. Survivors include his mother, Rosemary Burton; his children, Shaheed Kelly and Charnell Kelly; his girlfriend, Nancy Williams and his...

Barbara Selecky

Barbara Selecky

September 26, 2021

Barbara Anne Selecky, age 74, of Claymont, formerly of Newark, passed away on Sunday, September 26, 2021. Barb was a 1965 graduate of Newark High School. She retired from the hospitality industry after many years in different locations. Barb attended Holy Rosary Parish. She enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, hosting parties, going to the Delaware beaches and attending her children’s sports events....

James Alley

James Alley

September 24, 2021

James F. Alley, age 61, of Claymont, formerly of Philadelphia, went to be with The Lord on Friday, September 24, 2021. Alley retired as a longshoreman at Penn Terminal after 25 years. He was a member of the Boilermakers Union 802. Alley enjoyed the Philadelphia Eagles, fishing, boating and spending time with his family and grandchildren. Alley was preceded in...

Sharon Brittingham

Sharon Brittingham

September 23, 2021

Sharon A. Brittingham, age 71, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 23, 2021. Sharon was a homemaker. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her daughter Sherry who lived with her. Sharon was preceded in death by her grandchildren, Christie Riley and Anthony Brittingham; her son, John “Jake” Brittingham; her parents, George and Anna Ferris...

Albert Lasavage

Albert Lasavage

September 22, 2021

Albert W. Lasavage Sr Age 97, of Wilmington, DE, formerly of Gilberton, PA, passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. Al was a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII in the South Pacific. Al was inducted in the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame and was a Penn State Alumni He worked as a teacher and coach ay Mt....

Janice Johnson

Janice Johnson

September 21, 2021

Janice Johnson, age 77, died on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary Heinroth. Janice will be interned with her late husband Larry Johnson at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in a private service. Janice is survived by her sister Frances Peterson, her step-son Andrew Johnson and her son Simpson Cumba Jr. Summarizing...

John Dixon

John Dixon

September 20, 2021

John Dixon (1950-2021) He loved all birds, but his favorite was the blue heron. The first movie he ever saw was Moby Dick, at a theater in Saudi Arabia when he was six years old. He adored bit players, character actors, session musicians, local newspaper columnists, and could talk about them at great length. He had four children with two...

Mary “Chele” Collas (Rocco)

Mary “Chele” Collas (Rocco)

September 16, 2021

Mary “Chele” Collas (Rocco) Mary Michele known as Chele to those who knew and loved her passed away on September 16, 2021, at the age of 68 with her brother by her side. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends but leaves us with many memories to hold onto. Born in Wilmington, DE to Michael Malio Rocco...

Judy M. Moll

Judy M. Moll

September 15, 2021

Judy M. (Shipe) Moll, of Millsboro, DE passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Seasons Hospice Care in Wilmington, DE. She was 80 years old. Born in Norristown, she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Ruth (McMahon) Shipe. Judy was a 1958 graduate of Upper Perkiomen High School. She was co-owner of J&S Furniture of Hereford for...

William Brown

William Brown

September 8, 2021

Bill, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Bill was an Electrician with Delmarva Power before retiring after 40 years of service. He was a 1955 graduate of Henry C. Conrad High school. Bill was a Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies fan as well as the Wilmington Blue Rocks. He enjoyed horse racing at Delaware Park and most of...

Kaye Adkinson

Kaye Adkinson

September 6, 2021

Kaye Adkinson of Newark, passed away suddenly on Monday, September 6, 2021 in the presence of her loving family. Family meant everything to Kaye, especially her "babies!!" She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Kaye will be missed forever and always, but she will be never forgotten. She is survived by her husband, William Adkinson; her daughters, Angela...

Cheryl Austin

Cheryl Austin

September 5, 2021

Cheryl E. Austin of Wilmington De, age 66, passed away Sunday September 5th 2021. She was a graduate of Christiana High School. She is preceded in death by her father and mother, Leonard and Eileen Kaniz. She is survived by her daughters, Melissa Kabino, Carrie Austin, and Robyn Austin. She is also survived by her five grandchildren, Savannah Thompson, James...

Teri Bradbury

Teri Bradbury

September 2, 2021

Teri passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2021, after a short illness. She was 78. Teri was born in Chester, PA. She graduated from Ridley Park High School. Teri called Newport her home for over 40 years and was proud to serve on the town’s Board of Adjustment. Her retirement as Practice Manager for Dr. Paul Montigney (retired) and Dr....

Nancy C. Dolina (Brown)

Nancy C. Dolina (Brown)

August 31, 2021

Nancy Carol Dolina (Brown) 10/18/67 – 08/31/21 Nancy C. Brown Dolina, age 53, of Wilmington DE, unexpectedly and sadly passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Nancy was also lovingly called Nan Nan, Din Din or Nutty by her family and friends. She was rarely called Nancy. Her 3 daughters, father, brothers, and sisters had to make the hardest decision...

Jack Alley

Jack Alley

August 25, 2021

Jack Lee Alley was born in Charleston, West Virginia. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 in Newark, DE. He was 76 years old. Jack was a disabled Army veteran of the Vietnam War, a devoted brother, a loving father, a passionate animal lover, and a caring friend. He enjoyed days at Delaware Park watching the ponies run,...

Michael Tweedy

Michael Tweedy

August 24, 2021

Michael P. Tweedy, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021. Michael worked in the construction industry and retired from Cabela's. Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Doris Tweedy. Survivors include his sister, Barbara Roberts (Douglas); niece, Kimberly Geier (Mike); long-time girlfriend and caregiver, Shirley Collins and rescue dog, Putty. A Celebration of Life will...

Stephen Sawak

Stephen Sawak

August 23, 2021

Stephen Sawak, affectionately known as Steve, age 73, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 23, 2021, with his loving family by his side. Born in 1948 in Marabella, Trinidad and Tobago, Steve, was the son of the late Stella Sawak. He spent most of his adulthood in Trinidad and in 1998, he immigrated to the United States. Steve is survived...

Eudovia Checkley

Eudovia Checkley

August 21, 2021

Eudovia Checkley of Grenada but resides in Bear, DE, passed away on Saturday 21st, 2021 at the age of 85. She was the mother of: Winston, Reuben, Esther, Christine, Francis and Carol-Ann Checkley, Gloria John and Lisa LaCrette. Sister of: Daisy Joefield Beloved Grandmother of: Samantha, Shaquille, Kadeem, Colleen, Tristan, Reuben Jr., Joshua, Shane, Kevin, Ishmel and Shania Checkley, Keshia,...