Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Elvira Harmon

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....