Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Robert Wilson
June 4, 2022
Robert, loving husband of Hedwig (Jaozia) died at the age of 81 after living a long enjoyable life. A Delaware resident since after high school, he was an engineering graduate of General Motors institute (now Kettering University) and worked as an engineer for General Motors, Ronson Corp, Motor Wheel Corp. and Keene Corp (now Arlon). He also worked as a...
Elmer Smith
June 3, 2022
Elmer Thomas Smith, age 66, of New Castle, formerly of Corning, New York, passed away on Friday June 3, 2022. Elmer served in the United States Military. He worked as a truck driver. Most recently he was with Berrodin parts Warehouse for 10 years Elmer’s enjoyed collecting matchbox cars, playing video games, and riding around on motorcycles with Heather on...
Thomas Corcoran
May 29, 2022
Thomas Daniel J Corcoran, age 65, Left this earth on May 29th after a 2 yr battle with melanoma. A devoted father, husband and grandfather who was always looking to do the best he could for his family. He was born and raised in Wilmington, DE to parents Mary and Charles Corcoran . He was the second youngest of 8...
James Bruce Latney Jr
May 29, 2022
James B. Latney Jr, “Jimmy” age 53, of Wilmington, passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2022. Jimmy was a 1986 graduate of Concord High School, where he was known for his athleticism on the football field and track team. He furthered his education by attending both Hampton University and University of Delaware. Jimmy enjoyed spending time with his family and...
Deborah Mcveigh
May 28, 2022
Deborah Lynn (Smith) McVeigh, age 69, passed away Saturday May 28, 2022 of liver failure. Debbie was the daughter of the late William I. Smith and Marilyn E. Smith. She is predeceased by her husband of 45 years John Edward McVeigh III. She is survived by only daughter, Tara Lynn McVeigh (Robert Neal Jr); devoted siblings; Cynthia McGrellis, Laurie Quesenberry...
Rodney Cahall
May 27, 2022
Rodney Edward “Roddy” Cahall of Elsmere, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 27th in Christiana Hospital. He was 71. Roddy was born September 11, 1950 in Wilmington, Delaware. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rodney Sr. and Frances Logue Cahall and his sister Cindy Olivere. Roddy was loved and will be dearly missed by his sister Nancy Miller,...
Richard Bush
May 27, 2022
Our beloved husband, father, Dziadek (grandfather) and friend of many Richard Edward Bush passed away on Friday May 27, 2022 at 3:26pm surrounded by his family. Richard was born in Queens, NY on August 17, 1952 to John Calvert Bush and Marion Adele Bush (nee’ Uzenski). The 3rd oldest of their 8 children, moving from New York to Ellicott City,...
Malcolm Scott
May 26, 2022
Malcolm Nicholas Scott, age 78, of Wilmington, DE, went to be with the Lord on Thursday May 26, 2022. Malcolm worked various jobs in restaurants around the area. He was a Philadelphia sports fan and especially loved the Eagles. Malcolm was a very social person. He was also very kind and generous. Malcolm will be deeply missed by his family....
Dorothy Selby
May 21, 2022
Dorothy Elizabeth Selby age 83 of New Castle, formerly of Wilmington passed away peacefully at Regency Nursing Home on Saturday May 21, 2022. She was preceded in death by her mother Lillian Selby and her grandparents Ethel and John Selby who raised her as their own daughter; her son John Preston; her aunts and uncles Junie, William, Alice and John...
William Baez
May 21, 2022
William Baez, age 59, of Newport, DE, formerly of Silver Springs, Maryland, passed away on Saturday May 21, 2022. William attended Holy Angels Catholic Church and St. Catherine of Siena Parish. He enjoyed playing and watching baseball, especially the Baltimore Orioles. He also enjoyed supporting his favorite football team, the Baltimore Ravens. William loved music and especially like classic rock...
Agnes Chiappardi
May 18, 2022
Agnes D Chiappardi, age 91, of Wilmington, DE passed away peacefully on May 18, 2022. Agnes was preceded in death by her husband John after 63 years of marriage. She is survived by her children John, Denise, Michael, Donna and Debbi, her 14 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and her brother Joseph. Funeral arrangements will be private. In lieu of flowers,...
Anna Mae Shewbrooks
May 17, 2022
Anna Mae (Baker) Shewbrooks Born in Pittsville, Maryland to Nancy E. (Wainwright) and Vearl V. Baker, Anna Mae, age 98, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 with her family by her side. In addition to her parents, Anna Mae was predeceased by her husband Nevin W. Shewbrooks, two months short of their 55th Anniversary. The early years of her...
John "Jack" Devine
May 9, 2022
John (“Jack”) Joseph Devine, Jr. age 80, of Wilmington, Delaware, was called home to be with our Lord on Monday, May 9, 2022. Jack was born in Darby, Pennsylvania, to John J. Devine, Sr. and Veronica (Vera) Devenny. He grew up in the Ridley Park. Pa. area and learned how to fish at a nearby creek with the help of...
Linda Shepherd
May 8, 2022
Linda L. Shepherd, age 70, of Newark, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 8, 2022. Linda was a graduate of Conrad High School. She was a homemaker who enjoyed volunteering at Faithful Friends and loved cats. She loved being with her family, especially for birthday and holiday dinners and going to Mrs. Robinos. Linda was preceded in...
Luraleen Denny - Rodriguez
May 5, 2022
Luraleen Marie Denny - Rodriguez peacefully passed away at her youthful age of 54 at her lovely home on May 5, 2022. She was the caring wife of Jose Rodriguez for 22 years. She was also the graceful mother of five children; Peter, Patrick, Stephine, Kyle, and Joseph. The daughter of Eileen Keast and Alfred O Denny, she was born...
Francisco “Frank” Rivera
May 1, 2022
Francisco “Frank” Rivera, age 59, of Allentown, PA, formerly of Wilmington, went to be with the lord on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Frank worked as a cook at various restaurants in Wilmington. Frank was a member of Hogar Crea. He enjoyed music and helping people. Frank didn’t know how to tell people “no” but he always had a smile on...
Stephen Castura
May 1, 2022
Stephen M. "Stevie" Castura Jr., age 50, of Wilmington, formerly of Richardson Park, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Stevie attended Delcastle High School and worked for Francis Pollinger & Sons, Tri-State Roofers and H.K. Griffith Companies. He enjoyed fishing and hunting that he started early in his life and loved all the family get...
Anthony Blanco
April 29, 2022
Anthony Patrick Blanco, age 34 of Newark, DE passed away April 29th, 2022 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Anthony was born in Newark, DE to Patrick James Blanco and Denise Sue Pierce Blanco. Anthony was a Jack of all trades. In addition to his parents, Anthony is survived by his two daughters, Mackenzee Michelle Blanco and Madilyn Marie Blanco; his...
Patrick Mcginnis
April 26, 2022
Patrick James McGinnis Dover - Patrick James McGinnis of Dover, DE, passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2022, at the age of 59. Pat was born on August 16, 1962 in Dover at Kent General Hospital. Pat was a graduate of Smyrna High class of 1980 and received an associate’s Degree in graphic design from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh....
Carol Moon
April 24, 2022
Carol Moon, age 71, passed away at her home in Newport, DE on Sunday, April 24th, 2022. Throughout her life she brought joy to those around her with a generous and loving spirit. She married Robert Moon on March 1st, 1969. With him she had her three children, Shannon, Bryan and Cliff. Carol loved to bake, sew, and especially sing....
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