Obituaries

October 3, 2016

Wayne J. Strong, Jr, “Jas” age 53, of Wilmington, went to be with The Lord on Monday, October 3, 2016. Jas worked as a roofing mechanic for over 30 years and served in the National Guard. He enjoyed his meetings with his friends at Banning Park to socialize with their dogs, fishing, and working on cars. He is preceded in...

September 25, 2016

Joan Schranck Hayes AGE: 89 • Wilmington Joan passed away on Sunday, September 25, 2016. Joan was a 1944 graduate of Conrad High School and a 1947 graduate of the Wilmington School of Nursing. She worked as a Registered Nurse at the Wilmington Hospital until retiring in 1988. Joan enjoyed trips to the beach and puzzle books. Joan was preceded...

September 18, 2016

Dorothy F (Kwiatkowski) Clark, age 86, of Wilmington passed away on September 18, 2016. She is preceded in death by her parents, Wladyslaw and Petronela (Lukaszewski) Kwiatkowski; her husband William A. Clark and her son Robert Clark. Dorothy is survived by Daughter Patricia McNeese Son, William Clark Jr, Grandchildren George Liefhelt, Nicole Clark-Miller and 6 Great Grandchildren. Forever in our...

September 16, 2016

September 15, 2016

Michelle R. Robinson, age 45, of Newark, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 15, 2016. Michelle loved being with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her brother, Hal Painter. Michelle is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Rouwhorst; her mother, Virginia Robinson; her sister, Irene Hollis; and her brothers, Aaron Hollis, Theo Hollis, and Francis Robinson. Services...

September 14, 2016

Robert W. Smith AGE: 63 • Newport Robert departed this life on Wednesday, September 14, 2016. Smitty as he was called at Kohl's where he retired as an Assistant Manager in 2010 after many years of service. He later worked with the Cathedral Choir School of Delaware where he was known as Mr. Smith. He was a long time active...

September 12, 2016

Alice M. Tate Baen, age 57, of Delaware City, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, September 17, 2016. She enjoyed walking around Delaware city, especially at the waterfront and feeding ducks in the water. Alice and her boyfriend loved to watch wrestling together. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Iola Tate; her brother, Fred Tate,...

September 10, 2016

Leslie C. Kesting "Les" age 54, of Wilmington, formerly of, Phoenixville, PA passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 10, 2016. Les worked at General Motors for 12 years. She was preceded in death by her parents. Les is survived by her brother, Frank F. Kesting, Jr (Fawn Smith); her nephews, Frank F. Kesting, III (Cynthia), and Todd Kesting; Larry Taylor...

September 4, 2016

Mary Jane Hicks Garber AGE: 86 • Newark, formerly of Smyrna Mary Jane's Angel of 66 years came for his little flower to take her home to heaven to be with him on Sunday, September 4, 2016. Mary Jane was a 1947 graduate of Wilmington High School. She was devoted to her family. Mary Jane was preceded in death by...

September 1, 2016

George F. Grissom AGE: 82 • Wilmington George passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2016. George served in the Marines and the Navy where he rose to rank of Chief Petty Officer. George was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Mary "Pat" Grissom in 2015 and his sons, Timmy and Georgie. He is survived by his daughter,...

August 30, 2016

Frances Fuller Poole 82, a lifelong resident of Chester, Pa, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2016. In 1953 she married Bobbie G. Poole of Seneca, South Carolina. She worked for the Chester Upland School District with Aramark until her retirement. She attended the First State Church of Christ in Wilmington, Delaware. Mrs. Poole is survived by her seven loving...

August 29, 2016

Loida U. Guelen, age 62, of New Castle, DE formerly of Manhattan, New York, passed away on Monday, August 29, 2016. She was a longtime member of Richardson Park United Methodist Church. Loida enjoyed reading, watching movies, listening to music and dancing, and observing the nature around her. She loved long rides in the car while traveling and exploring new...

August 20, 2016

Alexander W. Konopka, Jr. AGE: 90 • Wilmington Alec went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 20, 2016. He served in the Navy during W.W. II, and retired from General Motors after 30 years in 1980. Alec had a generous personality and enjoyed helping friends and family. He was a skilled Painter and talented Handyman who took pride...

August 16, 2016

Thelma C. Eastburn AGE: 86 • Wilmington Thelma who was affectionately known as "Gram", a lifelong resident of Wilmington, went home to the Lord on Tuesday, August 16, 2016. Gram was the daughter of the late Alfred E. and Thelma M. Andrews. She was a 1947 graduate of Conrad High School. Gram was preceded in death by her husband of...

August 13, 2016

Stacy Lundin passed away at home on Saturday, August 13, 2016, surrounded by her family and close friends. Stacy was the daughter of Albert Hill, who passed away in 1996, and Nancy Fletcher Bradley who passed away in 2006. She was a 1984 graduate of North East High School. A songwriter and self-taught musician, Stacy played in several local bands...

August 7, 2016

Gene T. Meinhaldt AGE: 75 • Wilmington Gene passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2016. Gene retired from Chrysler in 1997 after over 32 years of service. He was an active member of the UAW local 1183. Gene was a former member of the Elsmere Fire Co. He was an avid Phillies fan. Gene was preceded in death in 2009...

August 7, 2016

CARL DERBY, JR. Age 94 Carl Derby, of Willow Valley Retirement Center and formerly of Newark, DE was born in Melrose, Iowa and passed away on August 7, 2016 at age 94. Carl was a State Farm Insurance agent in the Newport area for 37 ½ years before retiring at the end of 1990. He previously worked for the Veterans...

August 4, 2016

Tech Sgt William T. Hutton, III, age 74, of New Castle, lost his long battle with cancer on Thursday, August, 4th, 2016. Bill was a sergeant in the United States Air Force for over 20 years. After retiring, he then worked at Jamesway at New Castle Square Mall for many years then at the New Castle Walmart. Bill graduated from...

July 27, 2016

William A. "Bill" Hayden, Jr. AGE: 75 • Wilmington Bill passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Bill retired from the News Journal in 2004 after 42 years of service. He started as a Reporter, then became the Features Editor, followed by Television Columnist and finally, Theater Critic. Bill was also a DJ at WILM in the 1960's and hosted...

July 25, 2016

Francisco "Panchin" Taveras, age 68, of New Castle, went to be with the Lord on July 25, 2016. Panchin worked at City Hall in the Dominican Republic as a clerk and then at Chrysler for 30 years on the assembly line as a materials handler. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Panchin was a member of St....