Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Joseph Demaio
May 12, 2021
Joseph S. DeMaio, age 56 from Newark, DE and formerly from Delaware County, PA. Joe passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on Wednesday May 12, 2021. Joe also called “Joey” was a business owner for the past 35 years. Former owner of 3 J’s Tire in Swarthmore, PA and now currently called A&A Discount Tire & Auto...
Lucille Dunfee
May 12, 2021
Lucille M. Dunfee, age 77, of Wilmington, passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. Along with spending time with her family, Lucille enjoyed Delaware Park, playing cards, crossword puzzles and the taste of freshly steamed crabs. Lucille was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Don in 2020 and was the last...
Michael Karl Adams
May 10, 2021
Michael Karl Adams Bear - Age 69, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 10, 2021 at home with his wife, Anne, and 4 beloved cats. Michael was born in Reading, PA to the late Frank and Fern Adams. He grew up in Newark, DE, graduating from Christiana High School in 1970. Mike worked as an auto mechanic for many years,...
George C. Graef
May 9, 2021
George C. Graef, age 85, of Newark, DE, peacefully passed away on May 9, 2021, in his home, surrounded by his wife and three children. George was born to Thomas and Ethel Graef in Baltimore, MD. He married his true love of 54 years, Gerri Lewis, on June 25, 1966. They raised their four children in Newark where they attended...
Tina Dill
May 9, 2021
Tina Ann Dill, age 57, of Elkton, MD, formerly of Elsmere, DE passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 9, 2021. Tina worked at Amazon for several years. She enjoyed coloring and gardening. She loved being around people and was a loving, caring, kind person that just loved life, even when things were at there worst. Tina always kept the faith...
Tammy Rénee Walters
May 9, 2021
Tammy Rénee Walters, age 42, of Middletown, formerly of New Castle, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 9, 2021. Tammy was a member of Victory Fellowship Church. She enjoyed drawing and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Tammy is survived by her fiancé, Sean Ellis; her daughters, Domieona Kessleski, Storm Kessleski (Marvin Williams) and Pyer...
Thomas J. Grabowski Sr
May 8, 2021
Thomas J. Grabowski Sr, age 80, of Millsboro formerly of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday, May 8, 2021. Tom attended Wilmington High School. He was a dry wall finisher for Spacecon for many years. Tom was a member of West End Rod, Ammunition and Gun Club of Wilmington and enjoyed fishing and crabbing. Tom was preceded in death by his...
Sandra Zimmerman
May 5, 2021
Sandra Kay Zimmerman, age 66, of Claymont, passed away on Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Sandy was born in Harrisburg, PA and moved to Delaware in 1961. Sandy was a proud graduate of Claymont High School. Sandy worked as an Incorporation Specialist for The Corporation Trust Company for 25 years. She went on to work for the Williams Law Firm and...
Joseph G. Bensinger
May 3, 2021
Joseph G. Bensinger, age 74, of Rising Sun, formerly of Newark and Elkton, passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021. Joe attended Newark High School and received his Bachelor's Degree in Business from Goldey-Beacom College. He was a Navy Veteran where he served as a Petty Officer Second Class and worked on submarines and ships as a carpenter. Joe worked...
Marshall Tompkins Sr
April 28, 2021
Marshall L. Tompkins Sr, age 76, of Newport, Delaware, formerly of Fayetteville, West Virginia passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Marshall worked in automobile sales and management for over 30 years before retiring in 1996. He was a huge NASCAR and football fan and enjoyed watching old...
Terry Lynn Schweiger Levering
April 24, 2021
Terry Lynn Schweiger Levering, age 64 of Newport, passed in the presence of her family on Saturday, April 24, 2021. Terry was a graduate of Conrad High School where she was a cheerleader and did gymnastics. She enjoyed cooking, music and Native American art. Terry was preceded in death by her son, Harold Lee Levering III. Terry is survived by...
Henry Mercer Van Pelt
April 23, 2021
Henry Mercer Van Pelt, age 84, of Newark, went home to the Lord on April 23, 2021. He was born in Eddystone, Pennsylvania the son of the late Henry F. & Elizabeth E. Van Pelt. He served in the US Army from 1959 to 1962. He retired from DuPont in 1995 after 37 years as an Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer....
Kehaulani Schroeder
April 21, 2021
Kehaulani A. Schroeder, age 75, of Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. Ke served in the Air Force and was an active member of the VFW post 2863 where she was a past president and historian. She especially looked forward to the shuffleboard and bingo nights at the VFW. Ke retired from MBNA after many years. She was...
Paul Esterle
April 19, 2021
Paul Winton Esterle came into the world during a flurry of activity on VE Day as WWII was ending in Europe. As a baby, he traveled to America on a Liberty ship with his mother, and loved the water from that point on, even if it was a rough transit. The son of a 9th Infantry Division 60th Infantry Regiment...
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...
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