Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
Abel Mojica
July 4, 2020
Abel Rivera-Mojica “Molly” age 35, of Wilmington, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 4, 2020. Molly attended St. Marks High School where he played basketball. He was an avid Dallas Cowboy’s fan and was an easy-going gentle giant. Molly is survived by his parents Gilberto and Nereida Mojica; his brothers, Gilberto Mojica Jr and his wife Madeline, Benny Mojica, and...
Gary Hanna
June 28, 2020
Gary Bruce Hanna, age 67, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020. Gary was a 1970 graduate of Conrad High School and attended the University of Delaware. As a lifelong Newport, DE resident, his career included engineering drafting and many years as a USPS mail carrier. A beach lover since childhood, his favorite was Wildwood, NJ with its wide stretches...
George Leroy “Roy” Hagan
June 25, 2020
George LeRoy “Roy” Hagan, Sr, age 67, of Millsboro, DE formerly of Baltimore, MD, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020. Roy worked as an automotive mechanic. He enjoyed fishing, crabbing and boating. Roy is survived by his wife of 36 years, Kathy Hagan; his children, George LeRoy Hagan, II, Melissa Cochran (Dan) and Stephen Hagan (Sarah); his grandchildren, George,...
Pauline Collins
June 25, 2020
Pauline D. Collins, age 97, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020. Pauline was a homemaker and enjoyed traveling to the south and cooking. Pauline was preceded in death by her daughters, Mary A. Sheats and Ruth Ann Fields. Survivors include her daughter, Pauline McCabe (Roger) and her grandchildren, Alfred Sheats, Robin Sheats, Robert Sheats, Johnny Fields, Stacy...
Christopher “Ulpie” Ulp
June 21, 2020
Christopher “Ulpie” Ulp, age 51, of Wilmington, formerly of Dover, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020. He graduated from Caesar Rodney High School and the University of Delaware where he was a member of the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity. Chris spent many summers working and vacationing in Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. Music was his passion and he shared that...
Dana Pierson
June 18, 2020
Dana L. Pierson, age 32, of Smyrna, formerly of Elsmere, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020. Dana was a breeder of German Shepherds. Dana was preceded in death by her father, Bart Pierson. Survivors include her mother, Amanda Pierson; her brother, Shane Pierson; and her uncle and Aunt Joseph and Kuay Sullivan. Funeral Services will be private. Contributions in...
Alfred "Don" Dunfee
June 10, 2020
Alfred "Don" Dunfee Sr Wilmington - Don, age 79, passed on with his family by his side on Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Don was born in Pennsylvania to the late Theodore and Anna Dunfee. He was one of 13 children. Don graduated from H. Fletcher Brown Vocational High School. He was a member of Carpenters Union Local #626 for 37...
James Nichols
June 7, 2020
James H. Nichols Sr. of Newark James H. Nichols Sr., age 89, of Newark passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday June 7,2020. James was born in Federalsburg, MD. He graduated from Brown Vocational High School. He served in the army during the Korean War. He worked at Adams Auto Parts for 52 years. James was preceded...
Maxine Womer
June 6, 2020
Maxine Jane Womer, age 93 of Wilmington, DE, went to be with the Lord on June 6, 2020 at her residence. Born February 3, 1927 in Johnstown, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Gilbert and Emma (Cassick) McHenry. On November 28, 1948, in Philipsburg, PA, she wed Kenneth Womer who survives in at home. Also surviving are her...
Scott Ward
June 5, 2020
Scott Johnson Ward, age 59, of Wilmington, died on Friday, June 5, 2020. He suffered fatal injuries from a fall down a flight of stairs. Born in Princeton, New Jersey, Scott's life journey was rich and varied. He touched many people’s lives who now share the shock and sorrow of his sudden death.. A gifted musician, with deep pastoral intuition...
Sarah Wood
June 5, 2020
Sarah Rae Wood passed away Friday June 5th 2020, peacefully. She was survived by her daughter Hannah Rash, grand son Jaxton Johnston, sons Aiden Staker-Kemp, Jude Bailey, Gabriel Bailey, Rowan Bailey, and daughter Molly Bailey. She was a loving sister to Harry Wood, Maria Wood, and Morgan Pruitt. She was preceded in death by both parents, Harry M Wood III...
Dr. Mark Allan Lafferty
June 3, 2020
Dr. Mark Allan Lafferty Father, husband, teacher, mentor, friend — Mark touched the hearts of everyone who crossed his path. A father and husband first, Mark's core was his family. His first thoughts everyday were his children. Teaching and guiding Matthew, Kelsey and Meghan through the roads of life each and every day. Even though seeing their dad's charming smile...
Laura Soltis
May 31, 2020
Laura C. Soltis, age 90, of Wilmington, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Manor Care of Pike Creek. Laura worked as a dental assistant in Dr. Alan Stewart’s office for many years. She enjoyed dance. Laura loved classical music and used to listen to it or Big Band on her radio. She enjoyed going to the Brandywiners shows...
Christine Budynkiewicz
May 30, 2020
Christine L. Budynkiewicz “Cici”, age 29, of Elkton, formerly of Newark, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Cici loved the beach and adored her children. She was preceded in death by uncle, John Hinckle, aunt, Deborah Budynkiewicz and cousin, Makayla Johnson. Survivors include her children, Rianna Robinetti and Gianni Budynkiewicz; her parents, Stacy Budynkiewicz and Mark Budynkiewicz; her siblings...
Edward White
May 29, 2020
Edward White, age 65, of Wilmington, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 from Covid. Edward was preceded in death by his father, Howard; his mother, Betty; and his brother, Frankie. He is survived by his children, Kim and Bryan and their mother, Maryann; his grandchildren, Anthony, Darren, Skyler, Bryan, and Tyler; his sisters, Debbie Dougherty (Bernie), Liz Yates (John)...
Tina Minks
May 28, 2020
Tina Y. Minks, age 50, of Elkton, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020. Tina graduated from Richwood High School in West Virginia. She enjoyed crafting, gardening and line dancing. Tina is survived by her husband of 4 years, Kenny Minks; her children, Sheri Young, Justin Young, Ronald Eastlake and Charda White; her mother, Agnes Hutton;...
Anna (Anne) Fair Benedetto
May 20, 2020
Anna (Anne) Fair Benedetto, Age 96, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 She was a member of St. Stephens Lutheran Church, but attended Brandywine Valley Baptist Church regularly. She was born in Gettysburg, PA. Anne worked as a secretary for the DuPont Company for 9 ½ years. She was an avid dancer, both country line...
Stephen Pelypec
May 19, 2020
Stephen Pelypec Jr Newark - Age 77, of Newark, DE formerly of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020. Steve was an electrical engineer specializing in nuclear power plants before retiring in 2008. He served in the Navy for 7 years. Steve was a member of Holy Family Church and the Knights of Columbus, St. Michael's Council....
Joseph Schuchler
May 14, 2020
Joseph J. Schuchler Hockessin - Age 95, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2020. Joe was born in Wilmington, son of the late Howard and Catherine (Connell) Schuckler. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Louise DiIorio; brother Howard Schuckler, twin brother Henry Schuckler; sisters Louise Jannaman, Kathleen Kosinski and Joan Small. Joe will be greatly missed by...
Janet Butz
May 8, 2020
Janet M Butz Janet M (Moll) Butz entered her heavenly home on May 8, 2020 after a brief battle with cancer. A woman of faith and the heart of her family, Janet helped shape the spirituality of those close to her with a devout Christian example. Her firm belief in God supported her in her recent struggle and gave her...
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