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

Carolyn E. Bailey

Carolyn E. Bailey

Feb 1, 2009

She is survived by her daughter Virma Bentley; four grandsons, Ernest, Abdul-Malik (Angela), Aaron (Angela) and Stefan (Kenya) Hairston; 7 great grandchildren, Carnell, D'asia, Aaron, Jr., Zion, Virma, Kaine and Diamond; also surviving a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Read Carolyn Bailey's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Jaylah A Salam

Jaylah A Salam

Feb 1, 2009

Obituary not available.

Douglas P Wiggins

Douglas P Wiggins

Feb 1, 2009

Douglas P. Wiggins, age 52 was born in Wilmington, DE to William Wiggins and the late Lillian Brown. He is survived by his loving wife, Jean "Binkiy Rose"; 2 children, Romona White and Michelle White; grandchildren, Emountey White, Amari Moses, Mikeya Davis, Brion Moses and Myaira Davis; brothers, Kenneth, Donald and Tyrell Wiggins; sisters, Joanne Collins, Maryann Biddle, Tina Benjamin,...

Nathaniel Hairston

Nathaniel Hairston

Jan 31, 2009

He was predeceased by his loving wife Gloria J. Hairston; mother Louise Cahill Hairston and brother Leroy Hairston. He leaves to cherish his memory daughters Priscilla Hairston, Gloria Hairston, Judy Hairston-Willis (Adrian and Patricia Hairston, son Nathaniel Hairston, Jr.; 14 grandchildren, 6 great grandchilren all of Wilm., DE; 5 sisters, 1 brother of Detroit and Virginia;a host of nieces, nephews...

Rose E Jackson Virgis

Rose E Jackson Virgis

Jan 31, 2009

She was a member of Scott A.M.E. Zion Church before her death. She attended school in Steward, Alabama. She was married to the A.C. Jackson and moved to Bessemer, Alabama where she began her family. She was married to the late Willlie Dee Virgis. She was employed by the Wiltex Company for30 years until she retired. She was preceded in...

Shamime J. Albert

Shamime J. Albert

Jan 30, 2009

He leaves to cherish his memories, mother Sheila M. Albert; father, Bobie Lee Mitchell; siblings, Raquael, Kimberly Mitchell, Jai, Brittany and Rashiem Albert; and guardian Miesha Perkins II; other family members and friends. Read Shamime Albert's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Barbara Arlette Woodards

Barbara Arlette Woodards

Jan 27, 2009

Obituary not available.

Mary Edith Stevens

Mary Edith Stevens

Jan 26, 2009

She was the daughter of the late Jacob and Anna Craft. After over 20 plus years of nursing services, Mary retired from Kentmere Nursing Home. She was a faithful and active member of Latter Day Baptist Church and Golden Ages Ministry. She actively volunteered her services within the community. Predeceased by her husband Gleveri L. Stevens; sons Reginald and Ronald;...

Aldrather Brown

Aldrather Brown

Jan 24, 2009

Obituary not available.

Herbert Muhammad

Herbert Muhammad

Jan 23, 2009

Herbert Muhammad of Newark, DE, age 59 passed Friday, January 23, 2009. He is predeceasded in death by his parents, Herbert Sisco, Sr. and Rosealee Harris Sisco; 2 brothers, James Sisco and Curtis Sisco; 2 grandchildren, Kasir White and Le'Sha Harvey. He leaves to mourn 8 children, D'Angelo Sisco White, Cassandra Walton, April King, Herbert Muhammad, Jr., Shamsiddin Muhammad, Labeebah...

Louis Green

Louis Green

Jan 22, 2009

Louis, Jr. was the son of the late Louis, Sr. and Emily Green. He was born in Westmoreland County, VA on December 14, 1936. Known as "Jr" by his close family and friends, he was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, husband, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1954. In 1963 he relocated...

Odell M Garrett

Odell M Garrett

Jan 22, 2009

He is survived by his loving wife Margaret Ann of 53 years, and a host of relatives, family and friends. Read Odell Garrett's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Maudell Woodard

Maudell Woodard

Jan 17, 2009

Maudell was the daughter of the late Lorenzo Jordan and Mary Britt Ray. She worked at the Wilmington Medical Center until her retirement. She was married to the late Willie Lee Woodard. She was a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church in Newark, DE. Mrs. Woodard was preceded in death by 1 brother, Clyde Deloatch and 1 sister-in-law, Emily Britt. She...

Edward Reaves Connors

Edward Reaves Connors

Jan 14, 2009

He is the son of the late Edward and Margaret Connors, Sr. of Middletown. Ed retired from ACME after 40 years of service. He was an excellent fisherman, woodworker, photographer, collector, and also enjoyed hunting and going to boat and antique shows. He was a real outsdoorsman. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. He is survived...

Virginia G Deshields

Virginia G Deshields

Jan 14, 2009

Born to Andrew and Liza Johnson on Dec. 2, 1917 in Danville, VA. She was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Deshields, and son, James B. Deshields, two devoted companions, Sylvia Moses and Nancy Briscoe. Mrs. Deshields is survived by four children, Grandville A., Vanessa Morgan, Latrice and Emmanual Deshields, a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren and nieces...

Terry A. Vicks

Terry A. Vicks

Jan 13, 2009

Mr. Vicks passed away at the age of 97. He is the father of Cleothar Vicks. All services and interment will be held in Florida. Read Terry Vicks's Obituary and Guestbook on houseofwrightmortuary.com.

Damek A Henderson

Damek A Henderson

Jan 12, 2009

Damek A. Henderson, "Meekie" age 29, of Wilmington, DE departed this life on Monday, January 12, 2009 at home. Dameke is survived by his mother, Linda A. Henderson; brother, Dasan Henderson (Barbara); grandmother, Thelma "Elaine" Spencer; aunt, Ethel A. Henderson; four uncles, Edward Henderson (Ernestine), Keith Henderson (Jacquita), Derek Henderson and Warren Henderson (Vinolia), Godchild, Arianna M. Jackson; devoted cousins,...

Frederick Abner Oliver Clifton

Frederick Abner Oliver Clifton

Jan 12, 2009

Frederick Oliver Abner "Freddie" Clifton, age 75, the son of the late Frederick Turner and the late Annie Mandie Clifton was born in Wilmington, DE on December 6, 1934. He departed this life on January 12, 2009. Frederick received his early education in the public schools of Wilmington where he graduated from Howard High School in 1952 with honors. He...

Teresa Ann Alexander Fistzgiles

Teresa Ann Alexander Fistzgiles

Jan 11, 2009

Teresa was preceded in death by her father Goldman Alexander and her husband Frederick C. Fistzgiles. She leaves to cherish her memory her loving mother Nannie Alston; her loving brother Colon L. Alston; her loving daughter Tiffany Alexander; and her loving son Conrad Alexander; also her loving grandchildren Trynity, Devyn and Syrenity; followed by a host of loved ones. Read...

William Tyler Teel

William Tyler Teel

Jan 9, 2009

William Tyler Teel III, age 19 of Wilmington, DE departed this life suddenly on January 9, 2009. William was the son of Nona Tompkins and William Teel Jr. William attended Mount Pleasant High School. William is predeceased by Luther Tompkins (Grandfather) and Bernard Pierson. He is survived by his parents, grandparents, Alomah Pierson, Harriet Tompkins, William & Zenobia Teel, Uncle...

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