Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Pauline  Collins

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Michael  White

Michael White

May 7, 2020

Michael J. White, age 69, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020. Michael J. White was predeceased by his mother, father and sister: Mary P. White, Saunders Dillon White and Margaret (Peggy) M. Holcomb (nee White). He is survived by his two brothers and sister: Maximilian White, Thomas White and Catherine Doris (nee White). Services will be private....

Theresa Ann Donovan

Theresa Ann Donovan

May 7, 2020

Theresa Ann Donovan, age 88, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at Christiana Hospital. Theresa was born in Wilmington, the daughter of the late Eleanor (Walraven) and Francis McKinley. Theresa attended Wilmington High School and was a homemaker. She was predeceased by her husband, Cornelius J. Donovan Jr in 1976; her sons, Neil and Michael Donovan; her...

William Tucker

William Tucker

May 6, 2020

William Lee Tucker, Sr, “Lee Lee”, age 40, of Wilmington, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Lee Lee graduated from Del Castle High School in 1997 and worked in maintenance and construction for many years. He was a handyman and enjoyed being with his children and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivan and Beatrice...