Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Michael  Windsor

Michael Windsor

October 13, 2017

Mike passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017. Mike was a 1985 graduate of Thomas McKean High School. For the past 10 years he worked at ABM and previously at MBNA. Mike enjoyed playing and listening to music, fishing, the beach and spending time with his family and his dog Zoey. Mike's grandson was his pride and joy. Mike was...

Robert Sproul

Robert Sproul

October 13, 2017

Robert G. Sproul, III, age 61 of Wilmington passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017. Bob graduated class of 74' from Brandywine High School and worked for Delmarva Power for over 25 years. He was a great father. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, surfing and spending time with his family. Bob was preceded in death by his father, Robert G. Sproul,...

Anthony Anemone

Anthony Anemone

October 10, 2017

Anthony M. “Tony” Anemone, age 57, of Newark, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2017. Tony worked for Midway Gulf from the mid 1970’s into the 1980’s before operating tow trucks and tractor trailers for many years. Tony enjoyed going to flea markets and car shows, watching drama, crime and game shows, listening to Elvis, playing drums, cooking and making...

Michael  Newcomb

Michael Newcomb

October 3, 2017

Michael F. Newcomb, Sr., age 54, of Wilmington, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2017. Mike was a retired master plumber and handyman. During his free time he liked to spend time with his family, throw horseshoes, and go fishing. Mike was always known to crack a joke and spread laughter to all of those around him. He took great...

Ella Henretty

Ella Henretty

October 1, 2017

Ella Mary Henretty, age 90, died on Sunday, October 1, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall E. Henretty, Jr., on November 10, 1999. Survivors include two step-daughters, M. Terry Comegys and her husband Fred A. and Jean E. Mack; 4 step-grandchildren and 7 step great-grandchildren. Services and Burial are private.

Anthony Del Priore

Anthony Del Priore

October 1, 2017

Anthony V. Del Priore, Sr., age 78 of Newark, Delaware formerly of Brooklyn, New York, was called home on Sunday, October 1, 2017. Tony was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church. Tony was preceded in death by his brother, Joseph Del Priore. Survivors include his wife, Rose Marie Del Priore; his son, Anthony V. Del Priore, Jr; his sister...

Mario Marini

Mario Marini

September 30, 2017

Mario J. Marini AGE: 84 • Newark Mario passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2017 in the presence of his family. Mario graduated from Wilmington High School in 1951 and went on to get his degree from Goldey Beacom College. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving as a Staff Sergeant and was a member of...

Richard  Nunally

Richard Nunally

September 23, 2017

Richard O. Nunally, age 73, of Wilmington, Delaware formerly of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family and loved ones on Saturday, September 23, 2017. Richard graduated Hope High School in 1962. He then attended Rhode Island College. Richard served in The United States Army for 8 years until 1968. He worked for The VA...

Bonnie Andrews

Bonnie Andrews

September 18, 2017

Bonnie passed away suddenly on Monday, September 18, 2017. Bonnie worked at Tidewater Utilities for the past 20 years. She has always loved animals, especially her dogs and horses. Bonnie has been an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan for almost 40 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Allan N. Andrews and Elsie W. Andrews. She is survived by...

Karen  Brainard-Yeatman

Karen Brainard-Yeatman

September 9, 2017

On Saturday, September 9, 2017, in the presence of her loved ones, Heaven welcomed another Angel. Karen Marie Brainard-Yeatman, of Newark, formerly of Ardentown was 47. Karen was born on Valentines Day and was a 1988 graduate of Delcastle High School. She loved cooking shows, writing, and spending time with her family. Karen’s greatest joy was her son, Mark. Survivors...

Brittany Lange

Brittany Lange

September 8, 2017

Brittany D. Lange, age 29, of Wilmington, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2017. Brittany attended Howard High School. She enjoyed photography and attending support walks for autism and cancer. She loved the holidays, especially decorating. Brittany was a devoted mother who loved her family and friends. Brittany was preceded in death by her daughter, Hope; her mother, Patricia Lange;...

Harry Sewell

Harry Sewell

September 3, 2017

Harry F. Sewell, Jr. AGE: 72 • Wilmington Harry joined his son on Sunday, September 3, 2017. Harry retired from AT&T at AstraZeneca. He was a 1962 graduate of Dickinson High School and attended the University of Delaware. Harry enjoyed photography, reading, nature, cars and music. He was an amazing dad and a kind and caring person. Harry was preceded...

Patrick Ramone, I.

Patrick Ramone, I.

September 3, 2017

Patrick H. Ramone, I. AGE: 97 • Milford Formerly of Wilmington Pat who was born to Francis and Carmella in Rockland, DE, went to join his wife and the Lord on Sunday, Sept. 3rd, peacefully in his sleep. Pat lived a great life with his focus on God, family, and his country. Pat was a very proud WWII veteran who...

Annette Desantis

Annette Desantis

September 1, 2017

Annette E. DeSantis, age 59 of Newark, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2017 after a long Illness. Annette was the daughter of James DeSantis and Cecelia Maloney. She was a musician, teacher and entertainer. She had an associate’s degree in music and studied psychology at Syracuse University. Annette is survived by her daughter, Jonna DeSantis and her life partner...

Gerald Kegerreis

Gerald Kegerreis

August 26, 2017

Gerald William Kegerreis, age 56 of Wilmington “went fishing” on Saturday, August 26, 2017. Jerry was a machinist in the Wilmington area and served in the United States Navy. He was a 1978 graduate of Delcastle High School and a member of the Polish Library Association. Jerry enjoyed fishing, crabbing, model railroads, collecting baseball cards, woodcarving, and hanging with his...

Kenneth Sanders

Kenneth Sanders

August 20, 2017

Kenneth Wesley Sanders Sr. May 7, 1960 – August 20, 2017 Kenneth (Kenny) Wesley Sanders Sr. went home to be with the Lord August 20, 2017 while surrounded by family. Kenny was born on May 7, 1960 in Wilmington, DE to Edith Maclary and Harland Wesley Sanders. Kenny worked as a nuclear field engineer in his early adult years and...

Jerome Daniels

Jerome Daniels

August 18, 2017

Jerry passed away on Friday, August 18, 2017 at his residence. Jerry was the son of John J. Daniels and Elizabeth Dougherty Daniels. Jerry enjoyed being an auctioneer. Survivors include his wife Cathy; sister-in-law Joanne Hausel; numerous nieces and nephews and his cousin Janet Hall and her family. Burial services were private. Special thanks to Nancy at Heartland. In Lieu...

Peter  Jamison

Peter Jamison

August 15, 2017

Peter O. Jamison, Jr, age 84, of Bear, formerly of New Castle, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2017. Pete served in the Navy for 4 years. He and his wife owned and operated Flowers by Jamison for over 30 years before retiring in 2011. Pete was a volunteer Firefighter from the age of 15 at Wilmington Manor Fire Company...

Madeleine Biasiello

Madeleine Biasiello

August 12, 2017

Madeleine L. Biasiello, age 76, of Wilmington, formerly of Philadelphia passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2017. Madeleine was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who was a very talented therapist that practiced for over 30 years before retiring in 2015. She received her Master’s Degree from Rutgers University. Madeleine is survived by her daughters, Jacqueline Porcaro and Renee Rodan; her...

Ruth Holler

Ruth Holler

August 11, 2017

Ruth Westergren Holler, age 102, of Newark, passed away on Friday, August 11, 2017. Ruth enjoyed needle arts and was a hand weaver. She volunteered in many capacities both in Delaware and Maryland. She was an avid reader and enjoyed books on tape in her later years. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Edward R. Holler,Sr.; her daughter,...