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Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ

Kevin Scot Broomer

Kevin Scot Broomer

Oct 3, 2014

SSG. Kevin S. Broomer, age 56 received his heavenly wings on Friday, October 3, 2014 in Marietta, GA. with his two oldest daughters by his side. Kevin was born on January 27, 1958 in Wilmington, DE. He spent most of his childhood in the Southbridge area. He was preceded in death by his father and mum, John & Ruth Wallace,...

Mary L Smith

Mary L Smith

Oct 3, 2014

She leaves to cherish her memories, daughter, Roblisha L. Smith; grandson, Rashaun D. Smith; mother, Irene Smith; father, Lenton Smith, Sr.; brother, Harry Smith and sister, Sheila Smith and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members and friends. Read Mary Smith's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Mary Rachel Spicer Doughty

Mary Rachel Spicer Doughty

Oct 3, 2014

Age 88, passed away on October 3, 2014 peacefully at home. Mary, also known as "Spice" was born in Cambridge, Md. on August 31, 1926. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Herbert Lee Doughty, her mother & father, 1 sister, 4 brothers and 4 brothers-in-law. Mary is survived by 3 children, Rose Majett(Ulyesses) Herb Doughty(Laurita)...

Terrell William Moore

Terrell William Moore

Oct 2, 2014

passed on October 2, 2014. He is the son of Amesha S. Coles and Terrell William Moore, Sr.; also leaves to cherish his memories, one brother Josiah Moore; 2 sisters, Jaurnee Moore and Laiyah Coles; grandparents, Carol Neal and Wilbert Neal, Terry and Sandra Moore, Anthony and Lisa Cannon; great grandmother, Carrie Beach; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins,...

Lucy Moses Peterson

Lucy Moses Peterson

Oct 1, 2014

Lucy Moses Peterson, age 91, loving mother and mentor passed away peacefully surrounded by her family October 1, 2014. She was born February 17, 1923 to Elizabeth Trudale and Ernest Moses, Sr. of St. Matthews, South Carolina. She worked at Brandywine Mushroom Factory in Kennett Square and was a Nelle B. Ross Missionary at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. She was...

James Greene

James Greene

Sep 30, 2014

Age 59, passed away on September 30, 2014. He leaves to cherish his memories, a loving wife Monica; 1 son Darryl, 3 daughters Nikia, Kai mother Caroline; 8 grandchildren Nisarae, Madonna, Tahira, Dave, Zahira, Nasir, Armond & Amiyah; 6 brothers-in-law, 6 sisters-in-law; a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and numerous friends. Read James Greene's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Ada E Simmons

Ada E Simmons

Sep 25, 2014

age 89, passed at her residence. Read Ada Simmons's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Elise Crawford

Elise Crawford

Sep 24, 2014

Obituary not available.

Monique Antoinette Drew-Woodley

Monique Antoinette Drew-Woodley

Sep 21, 2014

age 47, departed this life on Sunday, September 21, 2014 at 7:45 PM in Smyrna, DE. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on February 22, 1967. She graduated from Far Rockaway High School in 1985 and Delaware State University in 1990. She was an early childhood educator in the Chester Upland School District, M.O.T. Charter School in Middletown, DE, and...

Jeffery D. Moore

Jeffery D. Moore

Sep 14, 2014

age 62, passed away on September 14, 2014. son of Mrs. Blanche Moore and the late William L. Moore. Read Jeffery Moore's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Alfred Bull

Alfred Bull

Sep 13, 2014

Obituary not available.

Calvin Heston Freeman

Calvin Heston Freeman

Sep 13, 2014

age 74, passed away on September 13, 2014. Calvin, born on April 20, 1940, was the son of the late Louis and Blanche Freeman of Media, PA. He peacefully departed this life on September 13, 2014 at the Regal Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Calvin received his early education in the public schools of Media, PA. On July 29, 2006,...

Anna R. Matthews

Anna R. Matthews

Sep 11, 2014

age 80, passed away on September 11, 2014. Read Anna Matthews's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Olen W. Stokes

Olen W. Stokes

Sep 9, 2014

Went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 9, 2014 after a long illness. He was a member of Church of God at Iron Hill until his health failed. Olen is preceded in death by his wife Isabelle Stokes and his son Elder John Wimbley. He is survived by 3 sons, Olen, Jr. (Janice), Michael and Ricky Stokes...

Joneisha Shantell Coverdale

Joneisha Shantell Coverdale

Sep 8, 2014

She leaves to cherish her memories, parents, John Allen and Carliss Marie Coverdale; grandparents, Doris A. Coverdale, John Allen, Sr.(Cheri), Judith Jones (Michael), and Carlton Mowbray; 3 brothers, John and Dante Coverdale; Tevin Allen (Mashon); 6 sisters, Arneisha Coverdale, Lakeisha Brown, Myneeisha Coverdale, Lashawndra Fox, Kyssa Allen and Annakiya Allen; 2 step-sisters, Sade Wilson and Shanai Harvey-Wilson; devoted Godmother, Gloria...

Barbara Anne Deedon

Barbara Anne Deedon

Sep 7, 2014

daughter of the late Melvin and Beatrice Gilbert, born on Sept. 21, 1939 in Chester, PA. She went to be with the Lord on Sept. 7, 2014 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was educated in the Chester Upland School District. She worked and retired from General Motors Corp in 2004. Barbara was preceded in death by sisters...

Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali

Sep 7, 2014

Obituary not available.

Ruby N. Williams

Ruby N. Williams

Sep 7, 2014

Ruby N. Williams was born on June 10, 1931 in Knoxville, Tennessee to the late Charlotte and Paul Woodard. She went home to be with Lord on Sunday, September 7, 2014 after spending the weekend with her family at her side. Ruby moved to Wilmington, Delaware in her adolescence but often spent her summers in Tennessee. She attended Howard High...

Larry M. Banks

Larry M. Banks

Sep 4, 2014

age 58, passed away on September 4, 2014. Larry was born to Dorothy Glover and the late William J. Banks in Trenton, New Jersey. He was preceded in death by 1 sister Jean Banks and 3 brothers Milton Banks, Walter Banks & Bob Banks. He leaves to cherish his memories, his mother Dorothy Glover; children Lafaya Evans, Lashanda Williams, Yolanda...

Lorraine Jarman

Lorraine Jarman

Sep 2, 2014

Our Lord and Savior, in His infinite wisdom and mercy, sent his ministering angels to call our beloved Lorraine Jarman to eternal rest on September 2, 2014, after 84 years of dedicated service to family, faith, and friends. Lorraine was a warm, beautiful, soldier in His army who faithfully demonstrated agape love. Her encouraging, family-centered spirit will be long remembered....

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