Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Da'Mar'Cus Wilson

Da'Mar'Cus Wilson

Nov 19, 2024

Da’mar’cus D. Wilson 10/24/1989 -11/19/2024 Da’mar'cus D. Wilson affectionally called “Mardy” vogued off the dancefloor of life for the final time quietly on November 19, 2024. October 24,1989 was the day this star was celebrated by his parents Diana M. Bolden and Mark B. Wilson who has preceded him in death. It was also the day Da’mar’cus boogied his way...

Betty Ann (Kauffman) Swain

Betty Ann (Kauffman) Swain

Nov 18, 2024

Betty Ann (Kauffman) Swain died peacefully on November 18, 2024. She was a life-long Delawarean, born at home in Elsmere to Samuel G. Kauffman and Bessie Craig Kauffman. She was predeceased by her parents as well as her brothers, Samuel and Walter and her sisters, Audrey and Nancy. Betty was baptized, confirmed, and married at Elsmere Presbyterian Church where she...

Frank H. Hartenstein

Frank H. Hartenstein

Nov 17, 2024

Frank H. Hartenstein, age 84, of Wilmington, DE, passed away on November 17, 2024. He was born in Bridgeton, NJ to Frank and Leola (Ayars) Hartenstein, and a proud graduate of Bridgeton High School, class of 1958. He worked at A&P stores then operated a printing press at Price Brothers in Bridgeton, NJ. In 1974, he moved to Delaware with...

Johnny Wilkes

Johnny Wilkes

Nov 12, 2024

Johnny Melvin Wilkes, “Tree Top” age 68, of Wilmington, formerly of Newark, went on to glory on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Tree Top was an Army Veteran. He enjoyed music and dancing. And had an outgoing personality and was a free spirit. He was preceded in death by his sister, Brenda and brothers, Eddie and Randall Survivors include his daughter,...

John Rutkowski Iii

John Rutkowski Iii

Nov 11, 2024

John Rutkowski III, age 71, of Newark, Delaware, passed away from malignant melanoma on November 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Wilmington, Delaware, John was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend to many. John is survived by his wife of 39 years, Karen Ford, his son John Rutkowski IV, his sisters Charmaine Wishart and Danielle Kulp...

Zenobia Willis

Zenobia Willis

Nov 8, 2024

Zenobia Willis, age 85, of Philadelphia, PA, transitioned to be with the Lord and join her parents and siblings on Friday, November 8, 2024. Zenobia is survived by her sons, Lawrence Willis and Sylvester Willis (Daphnee Lacroix-Willis); siblings, Northa, Betty, Lorise, Lorine, and Hubert; 15 grandchildren, many great grandchildren and a host of extended family and friends. A Celebration of...

Margaret Gagnon

Margaret Gagnon

Nov 7, 2024

It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of our sweet sister Margaret E. “Maggie” Gagnon (Hardy). She peacefully passed away, surrounded by her loving sisters, on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the age of 74. She was the eldest Child born to the late Charles G. Hardy, Sr. and Mildred C. Hardy (Brack). Maggie attended Brown Technical School...

Jose Carmen Reyes Medina

Jose Carmen Reyes Medina

Nov 6, 2024

Jose Carmen Reyes Medina, age 45, on Newark, formerly of Mexico, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Carmelo was a self employed landscaper. Carmelo was very social. He enjoyed meeting people, playing soccer, and was devoted to his children. Carmelo is survived by his son, Jose "Angelo" Reyes-Hinckle; daughter, Camila Margarite Reyes; mother, Sharee Renee Mason; and siblings, Paulino...

Alonzo Lindsey

Alonzo Lindsey

Nov 6, 2024

Alonzo (AL) Robert Lindsey, son of the late Ephearim Sr. and Mable Lindsey was born February 16, 1964 in Wilmington, DE. He departed this life peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday November 6, 2024, in Christiana Hospital. Al attended school in the Wilmington Public Schools and graduated from Christiana High School. Al met and married Charlene Riley in 1991....

Marcos Antonio Nunez Jaime

Marcos Antonio Nunez Jaime

Nov 4, 2024

Marcos Antonio Nuñez Jaime, “Raimey” “Big Dawg” age 24, of Wilmington, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024. Marcos was a 2019 graduate of A.I. duPont High School and worked at Amazon. Marcos is survived by his daughter, Raileny Nuñez Mondragón and her mother, Brisa Mondragón; his mother, Graciela Jaime Campusano (Carlos A. Pegero) and his father, Ramon Antonio Nuñez...

Frank Montgomery Sr.

Frank Montgomery Sr.

Nov 3, 2024

Frank T. Montgomery Sr., age 60, of Newark, formerly of Fort Meade, MD, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Frank worked for MWM Construction as a roofer. He enjoyed working with his hands, throwing the football with his son, cracking jokes and fishing. Frank loved watching the Philadelphia Eagles and a nice cold beer. He loved his family and...

Edward Mills

Edward Mills

Nov 2, 2024

Celebration of Life for Edward W. Mills Family & Friends, It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of my great-grandfather, Edward W. Mills, who has peacefully passed away. He was an extraordinary man who fought courageously until God welcomed him home. We ask for your prayers as our family navigates this difficult time. Here are the...

Kristin Mcinnis

Kristin Mcinnis

Nov 2, 2024

Kristin Michelle McInnis, age 42, of Newark, formerly of central Florida, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 2, 2024, after a valiant battle with cancer. Beyond her love of music, singing/dancing and true-crime documentaries, Kristin had an extensive and varied skillset including, drawing, cake decorating, and cosmetology. Although in her younger years she struggled with dyslexia, she...

Pauline Gerheiser

Pauline Gerheiser

Oct 31, 2024

Pauline Jacqueline Gerheiser (nee Blais) of Millsboro, Delaware, passed from this earth on Thursday, October 31, 2024 after a long fight with cancer. Pauline was 93 years of age at the time of her passing. Beloved wife of Fred M. Gerheiser (deceased in 2014) and mother of two sons: Curt Gerheiser (Linda) of Hamilton Square, NJ, and Fredrick K. Gerheiser...

Jack Weaver Jr.

Jack Weaver Jr.

Oct 31, 2024

Jack Weaver, a beloved father, fiancé, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, at the age of 68. Jack's courageous battle with cancer demonstrated his incredible strength and bravery. Surrounded by love, he was called home at Christiana Hospital, with his fiancée Robin and cherished friend Linda by his side. Jack was an accomplished auto mechanic, earning many...

Donald H. Willhite

Donald H. Willhite

Oct 31, 2024

Mr. Donald H. Willhite, age 88, of Jupiter, FL, formerly of Newark, DE, died on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Mr. Willhite was born in Los Angeles, CA, the son of the late Hurshel Willhite and Etta (Morrow) Willhite. Mr. Willhite was a CPA who served as the VP and Comptroller for Atlantic Aviation for 35 years. He also served as...

Ernest Padovani Sr.

Ernest Padovani Sr.

Oct 31, 2024

Ernest A. Padovani Sr., age 95, of Newark, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, surrounded by his loving wife Marie and their family. Ernest was a devoted family man. He had a great sense of humor and always made people laugh. He loved family gatherings and always made sure everyone had plenty to eat. We will all cherish the...

Charlene Keys

Charlene Keys

Oct 30, 2024

Charlene Antoinette Keys, age 59, of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on October 30, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Sarah G. Brittingham (Sarah Keys) and Charles S. Miller-Bey (formerly Charles Miller). Charlene grew up in Belvedere, Delaware, and was a proud graduate of McKean High School. Throughout her working life, Charlene dedicated many years as...

Anthony Dello Buono Iii

Anthony Dello Buono Iii

Oct 27, 2024

Anthony (Tony) Dello Buono, III, of Newark, DE, age 57, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024. Tony was a 1986 graduate of Howard Vocational Technical High School. Tony was a truck driver for 38 years. Hauling product out of the Wilmington Port at the end of his career. In his earlier years, Tony was an avid bowler, dart player,...

Darlene Mclamb

Darlene Mclamb

Oct 24, 2024

Darlene McLamb, from New Castle, Delaware, that lived in the Rambleton Acres neighborhood, passed away October 24, 2024. Her son Eric McLamb was by her side holding her hand as she took hers final breath. Darlene was originally from Boothwyn, Pennsylvania and move to Delaware in the year 1965. Darlene worked at and retired from the closed Avon corporation along...