Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Elvira Harmon
June 28, 2021
Elvira Chiquita Harmon February 8, 1954 - June 28, 2021 Elvira Chiquita Harmon was born on February 8,1954 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to David L Harmon Sr. and Annie M. Harmon. Elvira was the third of five siblings. She grew up in the city of Philadelphia and was educated in the Philadelphia Public School system. Elvira gave birth to three children,...
Linda Jianniney
June 27, 2021
Linda Jianniney, age 59, of New Castle, went to be with her Mother on Sunday, June 27, 2021. Linda was a homemaker. She enjoyed painting, drawing and spending time with her family. Linda was preceded in death by her mother, Janice Wright. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Michael Jianniney; her children, James Pugh and Michelle Jianniney;...
Joyce Selk
June 26, 2021
Joyce R. Selk Bear - Age 62, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Robin worked for many years for the Delaware Autism Program and was VP of Pyramid Education Products. She enjoyed gardening and traveling. Most of all Robin loved spending time with her grandchildren who were her life. Robin was preceded in death by...
Hazel Long Mccoy
June 25, 2021
Hazel L. Long McCoy, “Hazy” age 52, of Delaware City, went to join her parents on Friday, June 25, 2021. Hazy was a talented painter. She had a heart of gold and loved to help others. Hazy enjoyed fishing, camping, swimming and the beach, especially Rehoboth. She loved animals, hot rod cars and motorcycles. Hazy was preceded in death by...
Hazel Shortlidge
June 21, 2021
Hazel M. Shortlidge, age 52, of Newark, joined her parents on Monday, June 21, 2021 at her home. Hazel loved her dogs and caring for her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harvey and Christine Costorf. Survivors include her husband of 29 years, Donald Shortlidge; her children, Sammy, Kelly, and Krystal Rappe (Stephen) and one grandson, Harvey...
Wayne Mangini
June 19, 2021
Wayne Thomas Mangini, age 56, of New Castle, DE passed peacefully on June 19, 2021 surrounded by his family after a long and courageous battle with Cancer. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents Albert & Joan Mangini, Sister Elaine, . He is survived by his Wife of 36 yrs Kathy, Daughters Amber (& Joe) & Brandi, Son's Julio...
Mary L. Dierolf
June 18, 2021
Mary L. McEnery Dierolf, of Newport, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Friday, June 18, 2021 after battling a long illness. Mary was a 1973 graduate of DeLaWarr High School. She worked as a Crossing Guard for 26 years before retiring. Mary was a member of Holy Spirit Church and a former member of Minquas Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed...
Russell Hughes
June 18, 2021
Russell Hughes, 66 died peacefully at home on June 18, 2021. Born August 15, 1954 in Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania, He moved to Delaware when he was a year old. He spent his childhood in Newark where he attended Holy Angels Primary School and graduated from Christiana High School in 1973. In 1993 he married Joan Cordrey. They moved to Wilkes...
Muriel Berger
June 15, 2021
Muriel S. Berger Wilmington - On Tuesday, June 15, 2021, Muriel S. Berger, age 69, passed beyond her earthly life and joined her father, Philip, who pre-deceased her. Muriel graduated from Brandywine High School and attended Goldey-Beacom College. Her first job was with Farmer's Bank in Wilmington and later she worked at QVC in West Chester. Muriel loved her family....
Kathleen Lawler
June 15, 2021
Kathleen Claire “Kathy” Lawler, age 56, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, 6/15/2021. Kathy was born in Newark, DE, the daughter of the late William J Lawler Jr and Catherine Theresa Lawler. Kathy is survived by her children Ashley Revis of Newark DE and Johnny W Lawler, Grand-children Jillian Jade Lawler, and Maximus Rivas, siblings William M Lawler (Christy) of Portsmouth,...
Jason Walter
June 12, 2021
Jason Andrew Walter, age 42, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021. Jason attended Concord High School. He worked at Bahama Breeze in Newark. Jason enjoyed watching movies, especially Star Wars and the X-Files TV show. He also enjoyed collecting Star Wars and Marvel characters, cooking, and caring for plants. He loved animals. Jason was preceded in death...
Mary Anne Dixon
June 11, 2021
Mary Anne Dixon, age 74, of New Castle, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2021 at home. Mary Anne was a 1964 graduate of Millville High School in New Jersey. She worked for the State of Delaware School System and Delaware Department of Health and Social Services for 35 years. Mary Anne is survived by her husband of 51 years,...
Michael Dobson
June 6, 2021
Michael A. Dobson, age 63, of Wilmington, transitioned on Sunday, June 6, 2021. Mike attended St. Paul Elementary, Lore School, Bayard School and Wilmington High School. He was a self employed Auto Mechanic for many years. Mike enjoyed his grandchildren, nieces and nephews. And leaves behind his dog Buddy, his four legged son. Mike was preceded in death by his...
Millard Moore
June 3, 2021
Millard F. “Mil” Moore, age 68, of Wilmington, formerly of Claymont passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Mil was a 1970 graduate of Claymont High School and attended Tusculum University. Mil worked at Phoenix Steel and City Steel. He was an avid Phillies fan. Mil was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Janet Moore. Survivors include...
Anita Jo Owens
May 31, 2021
Anita Jo Owens, age 57, of Pike Creek, passed away on Monday, May 31 at home in the presence of her family. Anita was a 1981 graduate of William Penn High School where she was a member of the Swim Team and Color Guard. Later she also enjoyed watching her children swim for their schools. She was a retired letter...
Ronald Francois
May 29, 2021
Ronald A. Francois, aka Ron/Ronnie/Frenchy, of Greenwood, Delaware passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at the age of 68. Ronald was born in April of 1953, to Arnold V. Francois and Alice F. Francois. The oldest of six children. Ronald was a longtime employee of DaimlerChrysler in Newark, DE and retired after 32 years with the company. It was...
Kenneth Caudill
May 29, 2021
Kenneth D. Caudill Middletown - Kenneth passed away on Saturday, May 29th, 2021. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A Celebration of life will be held at Fraizer's Restaurant, Dover DE on June 27th from 1:00-4:00 pm.
Anthony Charwick
May 28, 2021
Anthony Charles (Tony) Charwick died on May 28, 2021, at the age of 98. Tony was born and raised in Worcester, Massachusetts. He attended Massachusetts Maritime Academy, graduating in March 1944, obtaining a B.S. in Marine and Electrical Engineering with distinction. Tony joined the Merchant Marines and sailed on May 1944 as an Engineering Officer. He sailed in the Atlantic,...
Bruce Lingafelt
May 28, 2021
Bruce E. Lingafelt, age 67, of Wilmington, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. Bruce was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert "Bobby" Lingafelt, George Lingafelt, and David Lingafelt. He is survived by his son, Bruce C. Lingafelt; his daughter, Ryann Tambourelli; his sister, Jacqueline "Jackie" McGonigle (nee Lingafelt); brothers, James "Jimmy" Lingafelt and William "Billy" Lingafelt as well...
Robert Guenot
May 25, 2021
Robert F Guenot Jr., 77, unfortunately passed on Tuesday, May 25th, 2021. Robert was not only an Air Force veteran who served during the Vietnam Era, he had also spent many years on the open road as a truck driver. Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, spending time with his family in Karthus, PA, his beloved cat Bandit and riding his motorcycle....
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