Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Mark Smith
February 4, 2021
Mark Anthony Smith, age 42, of Townsend, formerly of Delaware City, passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2021. Mark attended William Penn High School and worked as a carpenter for several years. Mark was preceded in death by his father, Henry L. Smith. Survivors include his mother, Cathy L. Thomas; his life partner, Jessica Cloud; his children, Hailey Smith, Carlie...
Vincent S. Hoffman
February 3, 2021
Vincent S. Hoffman, of Wilmington, formerly of Cleveland, Ohio, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. Vince worked as an electrician engineer for about 35 years for Delmarva Power. Vince was preceded in death by his mother, Rose Johnson. Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Alexandra; his dear friend and care taker Darlene Jennings and her son,...
Richard J. Schlarbaum
January 30, 2021
Richard J. Schlarbaum, age 58, of Hockessin, passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2021. Rick was a former employee of Keystone Fire Protection. Rick is survived by his wife of 31 years, Sandra Schlarbaum and his children, Richard J. Schlarbaum, III, Megan N. Schlarbaum and Ryan P.Schlarbaum . Services will be private.
Bernadette "Bernie" Brittingham
January 30, 2021
Bernadette "Bernie" Brittingham Wilmington - Bernadette "Bernie" Brittingham, age 83, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. Bernie graduated from Wilmington High School. She was a dedicated and loyal tax preparer for H&R Block for over 40 years. Bernie was a member of St. Hedwig Catholic Church where she...
Jesse S. Albanese
January 29, 2021
Jesse S. Albanese, of Wilmington, age 44, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021. Jesse attended Delcastle High School. He was very artistic especially in drawing. Jesse was preceded in death by his parents, John Albanese and Ruth Ann Bressi; his brother John Smalls; his granny, Lucille H. Bonsall and his pop-pop, Alpherry S. Bonsall. Survivors include his children, Jonathan...
Brian Dempsey
January 28, 2021
Brian A. Dempsey Newport - Brian, age 62, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at home in the presence of his loving family. Brian was a 1976 graduate of McKean High School where he played football. He also attended the University of Delaware. Brian worked at Dow chemical and then for DuPont after they merged. He also worked at...
Gregory J. Mclaughlin
January 28, 2021
Gregory J. McLaughlin, age 69, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at home. Greg was a 1969 graduate of Conrad High School and he attended the University of Delaware. He was an Airforce Reserves veteran. Greg worked as a lineman and supervisor for Comcast, formerly Rollins Cable. He attended St. Joseph on the Brandywine Church ....
Anne Smith - Goffredo
January 27, 2021
Anne M. Smith - Goffredo, passed away on January 27, 2021. She was 68 years old. She was born on 6/21/1952 in Philadelphia, Pa. She graduated from Avon grove high school and attended college in PA. She is survived by her only child - Jason Wallace, to whom she loved dearly. Her grandson Avery Wallace, who she adored. Also, her...
Gloria Hayes
January 26, 2021
Gloria Hayes was born on July 12, 1946 in Halifax County, North Carolina. She entered into eternal rest on January 26, 2021. At an early age her family moved to Norfolk, VA and later to Philadelphia, PA. Gloria received her formal education in the Philadelphia public school system. She graduated from West Philadelphia High School. After high school she met...
Meghan Dirocco
January 25, 2021
Meghan DiRocco, age 32, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am to 12 noon on Saturday, January 30 at NICHOLS-GILMORE FUNERAL HOME, 212 E. Justis St. Newport, DE 19804. Masks and social distancing will be required along with a capacity limit.
Alejandro Brito Peńa
January 24, 2021
Alejandro Brito Peńa, age 22, of New Castle, DE formerly of Phoenix, AZ died in the peace of the Lord on Sunday, January 24, 2021. Alejandro Brito Peña attended William Penn High School and was a member of the Holy Angels Church. Alejandro was a kind gentle soul loved by all his friends and family. He was full of life...
Phyllis M. Graham Walton
January 23, 2021
Phyllis M. Graham Walton, age 69, of Newport, formerly of Elsmere, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 23, 2021. Phyllis was a member of the Wilmington Church of God. She enjoyed bowling and singing karaoke. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, Roland Gover and Louise Campion and her brother, Ronald Gover, Jr. Survivors include her...
Jeffrey Kane
January 23, 2021
Jeffrey M. Kane Jr, age 37, of Bear, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021. Jeff was a 2001 graduate of Delcastle High School where he played soccer and track. He was a talented carpenter for many years and was a member of River of Love Christian Center. Jeff enjoyed electronics and gadgets. Jeff was preceded in death by his...
William A. "Bill" Braddock
January 21, 2021
William A. "Bill" Braddock Wilmington - Bill, age 91, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at home. Bill was a P.S. DuPont High School graduate and was the owner of Braddock Transfer for many years. Previously, he was a Wilmington police officer. Bill was a member of the Masonic Lodge # 34. He enjoyed bowling, bingo and spending time...
Charles Young
January 21, 2021
Charles Young, age 97, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 21, 2021 in Seasons Hospice at Christiana Hospital, after a brief illness. Charlie was born in Philadelphia and lived most of his life in Delaware County, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Upper Darby High School and then enlisted in the US Coast Guard and proudly served in the...
Nicole L. Zugie
January 20, 2021
Nicole L. Zugie Elsmere - Nicole, age 39, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 20, 2021. Nikki was a 2000 graduate of Howard VoTech High School. She worked at Peggy's home daycare where she loved the children who attended. Nikki also loved animals, especially her 2 dogs and 2 cats. Nikki was preceded in death by her...
Jeffrey Shields
January 19, 2021
Jeffrey “Jeff to the Left the Mayor” Shields, age 55, of Newark, formerly of Bronx, New York, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Jeff worked for Chase Manhattan Bank for over 20 years, He was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys, New York Yankees, and New York Knicks. Survivors include his wife of 20...
Harry Collins
January 18, 2021
Harry T. Collins, Jr, age 62, of Wilmington, formerly of Newport, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2021. Harry enjoyed playing guitar and horseshoes. He loved having a good time. Harry was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Dear and his sister, Brenda Lee Collins. Survivors include his children, Mattie Sweeney (Ray Townsend), Harry T. Collins, and Josh Marks...
Janet Moody
January 18, 2021
Janet Regina Hough Moody, age 57, of North Wilmington, Delaware, passed away on Monday January 18, 2021 peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Janet was a 1981 graduate of Brandywine High School. She was a beloved bookkeeper for many companies, friends, and family until her true calling, motherhood. Janet was a “firecracker” but she embraced and loved all those...
Marie F. Breternitz
January 18, 2021
Marie F. Breternitz, age 88, of Newark, Delaware, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 18, 2021. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Marie graduated from Springfield Commerce High School in 1950 located in Massachusetts, where she spent the earlier years of her life. Later in life, she graduated from the University of Delaware Legal Assistant...
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