Obituaries

April 29, 2016

Joseph P. Renai AGE: 86 • Wilmington Joseph passed away on Friday, April 29, 2016. Joseph graduated from Brown Vocational High School, Class of 1948. He worked as a bricklayer out of Local #1 of Delaware, before becoming a code inspector for New Castle County from which he retired after 20 years of service. Joseph was preceded in death by...

April 23, 2016

Mrs. Thelma Petticrew peacefully went home to Jesus April 23rd 2016 in New Castle DE. Raised in Wilmington DE, she wed her devoted husband Bill in 1980. Ever the outstanding caregiver, she worked in the medical field until she retired. Then, this cherished grandmother baby sat her twin grandsons Michael and Brandon all day long, five days a week, from...

April 22, 2016

Teresa M. Konopka AGE: 87 • Wilmington Terri went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 22, 2016. Terri was a homemaker who loved sewing, was an avid reader and was devoted to her family and loved the Lord. She will be remembered for her kind and generous heart Terri is survived by her husband of 65 years, Alexander...

April 17, 2016

Andrew Thomas Mitchell, Age 28, of Florida, formerly of Wilmington, passed away suddenly on April 17, 2016 when he was fatally struck by multiple vehicles while trying to cross the street in Pinellas Park, Florida. Andrew was born in Newark, Delaware to John E. Mitchell, Jr. and Catherine Mantini-Sease (formerly Mitchell). He received his education in the Brandywine school district...

April 16, 2016

JAMES E. LANE, SR. AGE: 83 • WILMINGTON Jim passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 16, 2016 in the presence of his loving family. Jim was the Owner and Operator of Lane’s Moving Co. and Consumer Movers until his retirement. Previously he worked at Town & Country Furniture, All American Engineering and Justis Brothers. He had an admiration of American...

April 13, 2016

Maureen "Mo" Daley 67 and Jonathan "Jesse" Miller 53 Wilmington, Delaware entered Heavens Gates on April 13 2016 to join the Angels. They both had successful careers Maureen as a flight attendant and Jesse as a Sargent in the US Marine Corps they met on a flight to Iraq during the Desert Storm Operation. Whilst living in California they were...

April 13, 2016

Maureen "Mo" Daley 67 and Jonathan "Jesse" Miller 53 Wilmington, Delaware entered Heavens Gates on April 13 2016 to join the Angels. They both had successful careers Maureen as a flight attendant and Jesse as a Sargent in the US Marine Corps they met on a flight to Iraq during the Desert Storm Operation. Whilst living in California they were...

March 31, 2016

Edna Ethel Deputy AGE: 83 • Wilmington Edna passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2016. She was the daughter to the late Martha (Wright) Townsend Begley and Martin Townsend. Edna enjoyed cooking, crocheting, going to Delaware Park, fishing, crabbing, and bingo. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and loved visits from her grandchildren and great grandchildren....

March 30, 2016

March 28, 2016

Richard S. Piorkowski AGE: 66 • Wilmington Richie entered into the spiritual world joining his parents, Anne and Stephen in heaven on Monday, March 28, 2016. He was a life long resident of Browntown. Richie worked at Delaware Dry Goods for 36 years and most recently at the ACME in Trolley Square for 8 years. He was a lifetime member...

March 25, 2016

Timmy Dunfee AGE: 60 • Wilmington Timmy passed away tragically and unexpectedly on Friday, March 25, 2016. Timmy had a strong work ethic. He worked as a roofer for about 40 years in the Wilmington area. Timmy enjoyed 'Oldies music" from the 50's and 60's and he loved spending time with friends and family, especially his grandchildren. Timmy was preceded...

March 25, 2016

Veronica "Ronnie" (Mousley) Colatriano AGE: 63 • Wilmington Ronnie passed away tragically and unexpectedly on Friday, March 26, 2016. Ronnie is survived by her children, Jodi Colatriano, Suzanne Colatriano, Joseph Thomas, Christina Quillin and Raymond Thomas; 19 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and several brothers and sisters. Visitation will be from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM on Saturday, April 2 at...

March 21, 2016

Patricia Lange, age 58, went to dance with the angels on March 21, 2016. Patricia, better known as Patty Baird was born on August 13, 1957 in New Castle, DE to the late Thomas and Doris. Patty loved life and was full of it. She enjoyed spending time with her family, the sun, being outdoors and trips to the beach....

March 19, 2016

Billie Jean "Punkin" Sheridan Of Wilmington, age 65, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2016. Punkin was a devoted homemaker. In the 1980's she worked as a Unit Clerk at both the Wilmington and Christiana Hospitals. She also worked as a waitress at Mary's Kountry Kitchen in Stanton. Punkin enjoyed arts & crafts and family vacations to Disney World. Punkin...

March 16, 2016

William "Bill" Slevin AGE: 65 • Newark Bill passed away March 16, 2016 in the presence of his family at his home. He loved building bird houses, model trains, gardening and NASCAR. Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Kathy and grandson, Justin at home; son Christopher of New Castle; daughter Gwen and son in law Juan...

March 7, 2016

Joyce died on Monday, March 7, 2016 at her home. She was letter carrier for the United States Postal Service, retiring in 2009 after 28 years of service. She had also worked at Food Lion in Bear. Joyce was a member of Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church and the National Association of Letter Carriers Branch #4015. She considered herself a "Gypsy...

March 3, 2016

Fredrick Norman Mitchell - "Fred" born July 4, 1967 passed away peacefully on March 3, 2016. Fred was a loving and dedicated man who took these characteristics very seriously. He was a son, companion, in-law, pet owner and friend. He was protective and loyal and above all else valued his relationships tremendously. In his professional life Fred has worn many...

March 3, 2016

My father, our hero Vidal Padilla Campos. Born on February 15, 1935 in Rio Piedras, PR. A humble working man and gave everything in for his family. Many years of commitment and dedication to put me and his grandchildren forward. When I say that he is my hero is because that’s the way my heart describes him. Today on March...

February 20, 2016

Deborah A. Nance, age 63, of Wilmington passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2016. She worked as a manager for six years at Home Depot. Deborah is survived by her husband of 38 years, Jim; her son, Tyler; her daughter, Katelyn; her mother, Geraldine Walsh; brothers, Jody Walsh and Rob Walsh and other extended family. A celebration of life will...

February 20, 2016

Fred Crocker AGE: 98 • Formerly of Newport Fred passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2016 at Newark Manor Nursing Home from kidney failure. Fred was a WWII Marine veteran. He was a Millwright for the DuPont's Edgemoor site for 35 years before retiring in 1980. Fred was a very active lifetime member of Minquas Fire Company in Newport. He...