Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Lawrence Piasecki
April 19, 2021
Lawrence George Piasecki, III "Larry", "Pia", age 61, of Elsmere, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 19, 2021. Larry worked for VFL Tech for 17 years. He enjoyed his time with his family and friends and always took the time to mentor and guide people in need. Larry was preceded in death by wife Penny Piasecki. Survivors include his son,...
Ronald Poore
April 15, 2021
Ronald Poore, age 76, passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021. Ronald was a 1962 graduate of Bohemia Manor High School in Chesapeake City. He served in the Army as a tank mechanic. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Grace Poore. Survivors include his siblings, Martin C. Poore (Delo) and Patricia Reynolds (Carroll) Services and burial...
John Smiley
April 14, 2021
John M. Smiley Jr Wilmington and Lewes - Jack, age 70, passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. Jack grew up in Newport where he was a 1968 graduate of Conrad High School. He then graduated from the University of Delaware. Jack retired after 40 years from St. Marks High School where he taught economics, world history and coached football....
Donald Fields
April 11, 2021
Donald Fields was born on April 29, 1944 in Middletown, DE to the late Josephine Martin and Solomon Todd. He departed this life on April 11, 2021 at Wilmington Hospital. Donald was known for his loving spirit, grace and generous heart. He was a very affectionate person who would always greet you with a hug and a smile. Some of...
Eva Albino
April 10, 2021
Eva Albino, age 67, of Newark, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 10, 2021.
G. Clark Shaffer
April 10, 2021
G. Clark Shaffer Wilmington - G. Clark Shaffer, age 94, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Seasons Hospice. Clark was born in Bloomsburg, PA where he was raised by his grandparents, George and Bertha Shaffer. He was the son of Clark W. and Sarah Schultz Shaffer. Clark was a 1945 graduate of Bloomsburg High School where he was...
Harry Freeman
April 9, 2021
Harry J. Freeman Newport - Harry, age 87, of Newport, passed away on Friday, April 9, 2021. Harry served in the Navy during the Korean War. He worked at Atlantic Aviation for over 30 years before retiring. Harry was extremely devoted to his family but also enjoy hunting, fishing and crabbing. Harry was preceded in death by his wife of...
Wiilliam Hillard
April 9, 2021
William F. Hillard, Jr, age 81, of Claymont, passed away on Friday, April 9, 2021. Bill was an Army and Airforce Veteran. He enjoyed walking at Rockwood Park and traveling. Bill was preceded in death by his sisters, Barbara and Wilma and his brother, Larry Hillard. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Geraldine and his siblings; Dean, Donald and...
Thomas Zajaczkowski,
March 29, 2021
Thomas W. Zajaczkowski, age 89, of Wilmington, passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021 with his caregiver by his side. Tommy served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He worked as an independent contractor. Tommy enjoyed Delaware Park and fishing. Tommy leaves no immediate survivors. Burial will be private at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Contributions in Tommy’s...
James Thorn
March 24, 2021
James E. Thorn, age 64, of Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. Jim was a 1975 graduate of Conrad High School where he played football. He served in the U.S. Army from 1975 – 1979. Jim worked at Chrysler for many years and then at several dealerships. He was a member of St. Matthew’s where he coached several...
James Mcclafferty
March 22, 2021
James Michael McClafferty Wilmington - James Michael McClafferty, age 67, passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021, after a courageous battle with kidney disease. Jim was a good hearted, brave soul who was loved by all and loved all who met him. He was the love of his wife's life, and will always be in her heart. Jim was a...
Patricia Mcdade
March 20, 2021
Patricia A. McDade, age 69, of Newark, formerly of Elmont, New York. Pat’s suffering ended on Saturday, March 20, 2021. Pat was a homemaker and hairdresser. She enjoyed supporting her children’s sports activities. She loved crafts and spending time with her grandchildren. Pat was preceded in death by her father, Martin R. Olsen and her brother, Martin R. Olsen, Jr....
Phyllis E. Christopher
March 20, 2021
Phyllis E. Christopher, age 68, of Wilmington, formerly of Silview, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2021. Phyllis graduated from Conrad High School. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved cats. Phyllis was preceded in death by her daughter, Chainey in 2002 and her former spouse, Arthur Christopher. Survivors include her daughter, Ocean F. Christopher; her sister, Linda...
F. Elva Shinaberry
March 19, 2021
F. Elva Shinaberry, age 92, of Wilmington, formerly of Garfield Park, passed away on Friday, March 19, 2021. Elva was a 1945 graduate of A.I. duPont High School and then Goldey-Beacom College. She was retired from RCI Printing and also worked at Travel Travel, Happy Harrys and Capitol Buildings. Elva enjoyed people and had many friends. She enjoyed traveling, crocheting,...
James Hamrick
March 19, 2021
James Herbert Hamrick Sr, age 80, passed away Friday March 19, 2021 at his home in Wilmington, Delaware with his family by his side. Mr. Hamrick was a U.S. Navy veteran, having served as a Boatswain Mate Petty Officer Third Class from 1959-1963 onboard the USS William R. Rush DD714. He spent most of his early career working as a...
Marta M.C. Pelypec
March 18, 2021
Marta M.C. Pelypec Newark - Marta, age 77, of Newark, formerly of Brazil, passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2021. Marta was born on February 16th, 1944, in Minas Gerais State in Brazil. She was the daughter of Hercília Malzone Hugo Cerávolo and Francisco Cerávolo Sobrinho. She was the oldest of 6 siblings. Marta was a member of Holy Family...
Ryan Thorn
March 17, 2021
Ryan D. Thorn, age 31, of Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. Ryan was a 2008 graduate of St. Elizabeth High School where he was on the golf team. He enjoyed basketball and spending time with his friends. Ryan was preceded in death by his mother, Carol Thorn. Survivors include his father, James E. Thorn; his sister, Megan...
Kyle Johnson
March 17, 2021
Kyle Christopher Johnson, age 37, of Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday March 17th, 2021. Kyle, was born to Darryl Anthony (Tony) Johnson and Valerie (Manley) Johnson, on May 10th,1983 in Philadelphia, Pa. Although his family moved to Newark, DE in 1992, Kyle always loved his hometown Philly. He maintained close ties there with the friends and family he loved so...
Angelica Tenaglia
March 14, 2021
Angelica T. “Angel” Tenaglia, age 59, of Delaware City, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at home surrounded by family. Angel was a 1980 graduate of William Penn / Hodgson Vo-Tech High Schools and attended St. Peter’s Grade School. She became a certified cosmetologist at the Delaware Beauty School but dedicated her life to her...
Helen Davis
March 14, 2021
Helen M. Davis Wilmington - Helen, age 100, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021. Helen was a very active member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church where she was involved in the Sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary. She was also a member of the St. Matthew's Senior Society and Claymore Senior Center. Helen enjoyed playing bridge, reading and sewing....
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