Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wilmington, DE and surrounding areas

Michael Jones

Michael Jones

Jul 28, 2024

Michael J. Jones, age 68, of Wilmington, formerly of Glenville, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 28, 2024 in the presence of his loving family, who will miss him dearly. Mike graduated from Conrad High School in 1975. He worked as a life-long painting contractor. Mike was generous and had a larger-than-life personality. He was adored by...

Joyce "Joe" Rohm

Joyce "Joe" Rohm

Jul 27, 2024

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal” Joyce “Joe” Rohm passed away on July 27th, 2024 at Christiana Hospital surrounded by his loving family, just a short time after losing his beloved wife of 67 years, Joanne. Joe was born in Uniontown, PA on August 21, 1935 to the late Lawrence...

Bessie Pettyjohn

Bessie Pettyjohn

Jul 26, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother & friend Bessie Pettyjohn, who passed away on July 26, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on March 13, 1949, in Florence, South Carolina, she grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and later moved to Milford, Delaware. She was a dedicated and loving wife to her...

James England

James England

Jul 20, 2024

James L. England, age 83, of Townsend, DE, born and raised near Kennett Square, PA, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Jim graduated from Kennett Square High School in 1958. He was a proud member of the United States National Guard. Jim worked for Dupont at the Experimental Station as a member of the Lab Team for over 35...

Miles Kierson

Miles Kierson

Jul 18, 2024

Miles Kierson, 82, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, in Wilmington, Delaware, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 14, 1941, in Baltimore, MD, to his parents, Azariah and Cynthia. He grew up joyfully with his siblings, Millicent and Richard. He consciously spent most, if not all, of his life on a spiritual journey. The twists and...

Joanne Rohm

Joanne Rohm

Jul 16, 2024

Joanne Rohm passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on July 16, 2024. Joanne was born in 1936 in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, to the late Charles Upole and Bessie McCrobe Upole. A working mom, Joanne was employed by Bell Telephone Mechtron corp and EMR services. Later, she would find her passion working for the post office at Zingos grocery store...

Michael Haumesser Jr.

Michael Haumesser Jr.

Jul 13, 2024

The family of Michael Charles Haumesser Jr., of Newark, Delaware, is saddened to announce his passing on July 13, 2024, at the age of 40 years old, from cancer. Michael is survived by his mother, Teresea Haumesser; siblings, Michelle Fazekas, Matthew Haumesser, Christopher Haumesser and Ashley Haumesser; his favorite dog, Vixen, and the others Ally and Beanie; aunt, Melissa Knauf;...

Lisa Riley

Lisa Riley

Jul 10, 2024

Lisa R. Riley born January 29, 1967 departed this life peacefully July 10, 2024 at Christiana Hospital. Parents, the late Raymond Riley and mother, Beatrice Riley. She leaves to cherish her memory Joann Byrd and a host of relatives and friends.

Thomas Connelly

Thomas Connelly

Jul 6, 2024

Thomas Connelly, age 80, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024. Tom was a Marine Corps Veteran who served two tours in Vietnam. He worked for over 30 years with CSX Transportation until he retired. Tom was a founding member of Surf Casters Club of Delaware and a beloved member of The Training Center where he was affectionately...

Ray Gilbert Johns

Ray Gilbert Johns

Jul 4, 2024

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Ray Gilbert Johns, 66, of Claymont, Delaware who died on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at Christiana Hospital after a brief illness. Ray was born in Corpus Christi, Texas in 1957. He grew up in Claymont, Delaware, graduated from Claymont High School in 1975 and attended the University of Delaware majoring...

Donald Foster Sr.

Donald Foster Sr.

Jul 2, 2024

Donald J. Foster, Sr., age 91, of Elsmere, DE passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Born on Barley Mill Road in 1932, Don graduated from A I duPont High School. He recently celebrated 67 years with his loving wife, Lois, raising a family of 5. Don retired after 40 years on a private estate and always shared fond memories...

Douglas Walker

Douglas Walker

Jun 26, 2024

Douglas William Walker, age 46, of Wilmington, passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Doug attended Howard High School. Most of his career was spent in the electrical field. He loved spending time with his dog, Jaco. Doug also enjoyed fishing and nature, especially living in Alaska for about a year. Doug was preceded in death...

Douglas Hobbs

Douglas Hobbs

Jun 21, 2024

Douglas Francis Hobbs, age 60, of New Castle, Delaware passed away peacefully on Friday, June 21, 2024. Doug was born in Wilmington, DE to Albert J. Hobbs, Sr. and Viola K. Hobbs; he was the youngest of their six children. Doug was a skilled carpenter and cabinet maker who enjoyed music, hunting, traveling, and spending time with his granddaughters. Doug...

Jason Cummins

Jason Cummins

Jun 19, 2024

Jason W. Cummins, age 45, of New Castle, formerly of Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Jason graduated from Delcastle High School in 1998. He liked the Philadelphia Eagles and was an avid weather tracker and bowler. Jason is preceded in death by his parents, LouAnne and Bill Cummins. He is survived by his sister, Kerri Poore (Mike)...

Patricia Ann Watson

Patricia Ann Watson

Jun 19, 2024

Patricia Ann Watson was born June 8, 1948 in New Orleans, LA to Alma and Roman Manning. Patricia aka Pat the 4th child of 7, Annie, Ivory, Carolyn (deceased), Vanessa, Roman Jr, Roger. Pat was married to Jhonny Stephan (deceased). In that union she was blessed with twins, Kisher Shaw (W/O Cliff Shaw) and Katrina Baldwin (W/O Ronald Baldwin). Pat...

John "Jack" Day Sr.

John "Jack" Day Sr.

Jun 14, 2024

John "Jack" William Day, Sr., Age 95, of Wilmington, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024. John was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Norma L. Day; parents, Joseph Harlan Day, Sr., and Mabel Jackson Day; brother, Joseph H. Day; sister, Barbara Day Symonds; and son-in-law, John Lynch. John, a descendant of some of the earliest English...

Buck "Bucky" Springer

Buck "Bucky" Springer

Jun 9, 2024

Mr. Buck “Bucky” Springer, age 78, of Newark, formerly of Wilmington, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Mr. Springer graduated from Dickinson High School and later served as an Amtrak Instructor for the USMC at Camp Lejeune during the Vietnam Era. After leaving the service, he was employed by Acme Markets and rose...

Minta Gibbons

Minta Gibbons

Jun 9, 2024

Minta Suann Gibbons, age 69, of Claymont, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Minta graduated from Concord High School and then moved to Tennessee to attend Lamburth College in Memphis, Tennessee. She worked most of her life as a waitress and later in life became a server with Sodexo, where she retired. Minta was a...

Dennis Dove

Dennis Dove

Jun 7, 2024

Dennis R. Dove, age 74, died at his Newark, DE home on June 7,2024, with his wife by his side. Dennis was predeceased by his parents, Ralph G. Dove and Virgie Mae Dove, and his sister, Sandy Davidson. Carol L. Dove, his wife of 40 years, and son, Christopher F. Dove, survive Dennis, along with his cat, Spaz, and his...

Linda Ellis

Linda Ellis

Jun 6, 2024

Linda Ellis, age 57, of Wilmington, DE, formerly of Chichester, PA, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024. Linda raised her children as a loving mother and will be dearly missed. She enjoyed cooking homemade spaghetti and meatballs, traveling, going to the beach, and spending time with her kids listening to music, especially Stevie Nicks. Linda is preceded in death...