Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Charles Secrest
April 6, 2020
Charles Henry Secrest (Charlie) passed away on Monday, April 6th, of Covid. He also suffered from COPD, and Lewy Body Dementia. Charlie was born in Mount Airy, NC on May 18,1937 to Robert L. and Annie Easter Secrest (Sechrist). As a child he worked on tobacco farms, killed a mule that was chasing him, learned the fine arts of making...
Daniel Tequianes-Vergara
April 5, 2020
Daniel Tequianes-Vergara, age 38, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday April 5,2020 Formerly of Oxford, PA, Dan moved to Delaware in his teens and graduated from McKean High School in 2000. In 2001 Dan met the love of his life and thus began a life of many misadventures, because nothing with Dan was ever easy....
Leonard Pressley
April 5, 2020
Leonard Pressley also known as Len, Son of the late Harry Pressey and Mary Ann Flim-Pressey, departed this life on April 5, 2020. He was born on October 11, 1960 in Wilmington, Delaware. Leonard was a proud graduate of Wilmington High School in Wilmington, Delaware. Upon graduating, he worked at the Skating Club as an ice Ice Resurfacer and loved...
Herbert Simpson
April 5, 2020
Herbert L. Simpson, III, of Wilmington, formerly of South Philadelphia, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at his home. Herb worked as a master carpenter for over 30 years. He was an animal lover, especially dogs, enjoyed woodworking, being a Mummer, and was an avid music fan from Rock to Bluegrass. Herb was devoted to his family and will...
Theresa Saxton
April 2, 2020
Theresa (Tree) Marie Saxton, age 66, of Newark Delaware died on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Christiana Hospital. Theresa was the daughter of the late Walter G. and Theresa (Callahan) Saxton. Theresa worked at the Little Sisters of the Poor and also volunteered there for 47 years. She also coordinated and planned many of the senior activities and trips at...
Barbara Gestwicki
April 2, 2020
Barbara W. Gestwicki, age 86, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at the home of her daughter. Born in Wilmington, she was the daughter of the late William F. Whiteside and Florence and Robert Fraim. Barbara grew up in the flats and graduated from Wilmington High School. She retired from Hercules and Delaware Park. Barbara was preceded in death...
Holly Gouge
March 31, 2020
Holly Anne Gouge “Ha Ha”, 35 passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 31st after a long battle. Holly was born June 28, 1984 in Wilmington, DE. Holly was always known for her contagious laugh and smile, she was loved by anyone who got a chance to meet her. She is survived by her daughter Destiny McIntosh, Destiny’s father Daniel Gleeson, Her...
George Smith
March 28, 2020
George F. "Ric" Smith North Wilmington, formerly of Ridley Park, PA - Age 70, passed away on Saturday, March 28, at home with his son by his side. George was in the U.S. Army and proudly served his country in the Vietnam war. He was a mechanic and loved working on his cars and spending time in his garage. George...
E. Michael Carter
March 26, 2020
E. Michael Carter, Jr Bear - E. Michael Carter, Jr, age 34, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 26, 2020. Mike attended Glasgow High School and worked as a security guard. Mike was a devoted Philly fan, he had an undeniable love for sports. He had a heart of gold with an unwavering passion for music. We were all touched...
John Grieshop
March 25, 2020
John Joseph Grieshop, Jr, "Lumpy", age 44, of New Castle, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. John was a 1994 graduate of Delcastle High School. He was a mechanic and worked at Total Tire for the past 10 years. John was a jack of all trades and was the type of man that would do anything to help those...
John Lowther
March 18, 2020
John L. Lowther, age 97, of Newport, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Jack was an Army Airforce veteran, serving in WWII in North Africa and Italy. He was an avid University of Delaware football and Phillies baseball fan. Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Lorraine Lowther; and sisters, Margaret White and Eleanor Moore....
Debra Boucher
March 15, 2020
Debra L. Boucher, age 54, of Bear, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2020. Deb enjoyed shooting pool, gardening, and being outdoors. She especially loved visiting Wildwood, NJ and music and dancing. Deb was preceded in death by her father, Nelson A. Boucher in 1992. Survivors include her daughter, Nicole Doell; her son, Paul Flora; her mother, Pat Boucher; her...
Coleman "Reds" Jones
March 14, 2020
Coleman Elliott Jones "Reds" Newport - Coleman, age 82, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020. Coleman was the only child of Frank and Grace Jones. He was raised and lived in Newport, DE. Coleman was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Dolores Jones in 2017. Coleman is survived by his son, Frank (& Lynn) Jones and...
William Denver Garrison
March 14, 2020
William Denver Garrison, Jr. 61, passed unexpectedly at 6:12 pm on Saturday, March 14, 2020, from complications sustained during cardiac surgery. Denver was born in December 1958, in Gallipolis, OH and lived in Ohio for many years. He attended Bowling Green State University and the University of Findlay where he did undergraduate work in Music Education. Denver holds a Masters...
Michael Stewart
March 7, 2020
Michael D. Stewart, age 60, of Newark, formerly of Alabama, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at home. Mike was an outside contractor working as an installer/fabricator primarily at Avon Products for many months until 2009. He enjoyed meeting up with friends at Thurston’s Pub and loved being at home, listening to all types of music, old cowboy movies...
Winvert Jarrell
March 6, 2020
Winvert J Jarrell, of Avondale, PA formerly of Lewes, DE, age 89, passed away in his sleep on Friday March 6th. He was a proud Air Force veteran of the Korean War. Win worked for 30 years for the Chrysler Corporation in Security rising to Sergeant in the Fire Department. He was an avid sportsman who loved to hunt and...
Theresa Toto
February 29, 2020
Theresa L. Toto, age 46, of Wilmington, passed away at home on Saturday, February 29, 2020. Theresa was a 1991 graduate of Kennett High School. She enjoyed cooking. Theresa was preceded in death by her mother, Marcella Toto in 2019. Survivors include her son, Joseph Nicotra; father, Richard Toto; sisters, Rachael Quinn (Edward III) and Rebecca Avello (Enrico) and four...
Donald Cave
February 24, 2020
Donald E. Cave, Sr. Newark - Don, age 93, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020. Don served in The United States Army Corps of Engineers before working for the Pennsylvania Railroad for 43 years before retiring in 1986. He enjoyed traveling, camping and square dancing. Don was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Thelda M. Cave;...
Jean Wileman
February 20, 2020
Jean A. Wileman, of New Castle, age 77, went to Heaven on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at home in the presence of her family. Jean was devoted to her family. Jean was preceded in death by her husband of 22 years, Don Wileman in 1981; her son, Donny Wileman in 2010 and her daughter, Donna Legg in 2007. Survivors include...
Mary Fahey
February 20, 2020
Mary B. Fahey Wilmington - Mary, age 89, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020. Mary will be remembered as a strong, caring woman who loved her family and loved life. She will be greatly missed. Mary was preceded in death by her son, Michael Fahey. Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Joseph M. Fahey, Sr; daughter, Karen Jones...
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