Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas
David Azwol
June 29, 2017
David Edward Azwol age 56, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2017, due to complications of cancer. Dave attended Gunning Bedford High School. He enjoyed going to the movies and loved children and pets. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Alfred Azwol. Survivors include his son, Nicholas Azwol; his daughter, Jenny Lynn Azwol; his...
David Rew
June 20, 2017
Dave passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 after a long illness. Dave worked at W. L. Gore for many years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mildred Rew and his brother James Rew. He is survived by his sibilings, Doris Bailey-Bowen (Jerry), Ronald Rew (Barbara), Esther Rew and Linda Williams;...
Gervase Schuck
June 18, 2017
Gervase J. “Pooch” Schuck, age 78 of Millsboro, DE formerly of Pottsville, PA passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2017. Pooch served as an U.S. Marine during Vietnam. He belonged to the American Legion Post 28 in Millsboro. Pooch was an animal lover, especially dogs. He enjoyed woodworking and singing karaoke. Pooch was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard...
John Crothers
June 18, 2017
John P. Crothers AGE: 74 • Newark John passed away tragically from an automobile accident on Sunday, June 18, 2017. John was formerly a volunteer Firefighter for Minquas Fire Department where he served as a Fire Lieutenant and Captain and was on the Board of Directors. He enjoyed puzzles, gardening making artistic creations with plastic canvas. John is survived by...
Irene Jackson-Hunter
June 16, 2017
Irene Jackson-Hunter Sunrise- November 30, 1947 Sunset- June 16, 2017. Irene Jackson-Hunter was born to Moses and Agnes Jackson. She was one of 13 children and was the 4th child. Irene is survived by her two daughters, Dawn and Tiffany; 4 grandchildren, Meshia, Cynthia, Miyah, and Malachi; one great grandchild, Kyla; two brothers, Douglas and Dwight; and four sisters, Wendy,...
James Adams
June 10, 2017
James Thomas Adams AGE: 38 • Newark Jimmy passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017. Jimmy was a fitness trainer and recently a landscaper. He was a 1997 graduate of St. Elizabeth High School and attended Journey Church. Jimmy was preceded in death by his mother, Lois Jean Reynolds and his sister, Jennifer Faith Yates. He is survived by children,...
Michel Childress Burris
June 4, 2017
Michel “Mickie” Childress Burris, age 48, of New Castle, went to be with The Lord on Sunday, June 4, 2017. Mickie graduated from New Castle Baptist Academy. She enjoyed doing crafts, riding motorcycles, and poetry. She loved all animals, especially her cats and horses. Mickie was preceded in death by her father, Roy Childress and her brother, Allen Childress. Survivors...
Robert Presley
June 3, 2017
Robert "Pops" Presley AGE: 63 • Wilmington Bob passed away peacefully at home in the presence of his family on Saturday, June 3, 2017. Bob was a Union Carpenter for over 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially the grandchildren. Bob is survived by his wife of 45 years, Mary Louise Presley; his sons, Robert, Jr. (Jennifer),...
Ronald Henderson
May 28, 2017
Ronald A. Henderson AGE: 74 • Wilmington Ron passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2017. Ron was a truck driver for various companies, including most recently Calex in Milford, DE, since 1966. He served in the US Army and was a Mason at Armstrong Lodge #26 since 1990. He enjoyed working on cars, automatic transmissions, attending Antique car shows and...
Candice Mcclain
May 8, 2017
Candice Lee McClain 7/29/82 - 5/8/17 Candice Lee McClain age 34 of New Castle, DE passed away on Monday 5/8/17. She was born in New Castle and graduated from Howard High School of Technology in Wilmington,DE class of 2000. Candice worked in the medical field for several years after graduating. She loved the beach, cooking, and being with family and...
Hartger Ruiter
May 7, 2017
Hartger G "Harry" Ruiter AGE: 91 • Newark A wonderful Opa, father, uncle, brother, and friend …..A man who never complained died 5 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2017 in the living room of his only remaining child from old age and a life well-lived. He was 91. Hartger "Harry" George Ruiter was a mechanical engineer at DuPont for decades after...
Patricia Newton
May 3, 2017
Patricia "Patsy" Newton AGE: 82 • Wilmington Patsy passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2017. Patsy was a CNA for Naamans Creek Country Manor for 22 years and previously a playground aide for Brandywood Elementary School in the 1970's. She swam for P.S. DuPont High School. Patsy loved all animals and her grandsons, Matthew, Tommy and Cody. She was preceded...
Joseph Durham
April 24, 2017
Joseph E. Durham, age 73, of New Castle, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2017. Joe was the owner and operator of a trucking service for 40 years before his retirement in 2010. He loved his family. He enjoyed working on cars, especially his 1956 Chevy. He was a member of Country Memories and The Fugitives band where he played...
Joseph Yenshaw
April 16, 2017
Joseph P. Yenshaw AGE: 63 • Wilmington Joe passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 16, 2017. Joe was a 1971 graduate of Delcastle High School. He retired from Chrysler in 2009 after 32 years as an electrician. Joe was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan and loved to tend to his flower garden. Joe was preceded in death by his...
William Booker
April 13, 2017
William L. (Larry Whyte, Jr.) Booker AGE: 73 • Wilmington William Lavelle Booker who was born September 6, 1943, went to the great bus stop in the sky on April 13, 2017. He is survived by his sister Monica McMillian many nieces, nephews and friends. Bill was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Though...
Joanne Boyce
April 13, 2017
Joanne passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2017. Joanne was born and raised in Richardson Park and was a 1955 graduate of Conrad High School. She was a Human Resources Specialist for the Delaware National Guard for 20 years before retiring in the late 1990's. Joanne was preceded in death by her son, Joel, in 2015 and her sister, June...
Christopher Sizemore
April 11, 2017
Christopher R. Sizemore, age 26, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Chris left this world way too soon. In life, he never met anyone he didn’t like or do anything for. He graduated from William Penn High School in 2009. He was part of the Evraz Claymont steel family, where he worked on the caster. Chris was the beloved...
Mary Richardson
April 6, 2017
Mary J. Richardson Age 70 - Elsmere Mary went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 6, 2017. Mary was a 1965 graduate of Conrad High School. "Miss Mary" worked as a teachers aide in the Red Clay School District for over 17 years until retiring in 2010. She was very active in the PTA and enjoyed sewing,...
Clara Pena
March 29, 2017
Clara Pena, age 72, of Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2017. Mrs. Clara was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church in Wilmington, Delaware. In her homeland of the Dominican Republic, she was also very active in her church and the local hospice. Mrs. Clara is survived by her husband of 52 years, Frank Pena; her daughters, Adelphy...
Billy Martin
March 28, 2017
Bill Lowell Martin, age 74 passed away after a long illness on March 28, 2017. Bill was born on July 7, 1942 in Danese, West Virginia. He was employed by Asplundh Tree Company for 38 years when he retired in 2007. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved working in his yard. Bill was preceded in death by his...
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