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

Robert L. Benson

Robert L. Benson

Jan 22, 2004

Robert L. Benson, affectionately known as Bobby-Lee was born on December 2, 1927 and departed this life on Thursday, January 22, 2004 at the Wilmington Hospital. Bobby-Lee, the son of the late Clarence Jones and Eleanor Scott was born in Wilmington, DE., He received his education from the Wilmington Public School System. After leaving school he worked at the Hotel...

Elizabeth R. Grannum

Elizabeth R. Grannum

Jan 22, 2004

Of Wilmington, DE went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 22, 2004. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Julia E. and Terry Vaughn, Jr., son and daughter-in-law, Hugh P. and Carolyn Grannum; sister, Julia Gairy; granddaughter, Blake Elizabeth Grannum; grandson and his wife, Christopher A. and Charlotte Bennett; great grandsons, Robert, Christopher E. and Parker...

Isbelle Emma Stokes

Isbelle Emma Stokes

Jan 22, 2004

Isabella "Emma" Riley Stokes, daughter of the late Howard and Janie Bush Riley was born on January 8, 1926 in Owensboro, KY. She departed this life on January 22, 2004 in the St. Francis Hospital. Mrs. Stokes was joined in holy matrimony to Olen Stokes, Sr. on January 25, 1944 . They would have celebrated their 59th Wedding Anniversary. She...

Ida Jean Wimbley

Ida Jean Wimbley

Jan 19, 2004

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Shelagh Mccluney Parks

Shelagh Mccluney Parks

Jan 15, 2004

Age 42 of New Castle, DE went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 15, 2004 at the Christiana Hospital. A graduate of P.S. DuPont High School class of 78', she went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree in government from Smith College in Northampton, MA. Upon graduation, she worked at various sites as a librarian...

Joseph L. Alston

Joseph L. Alston

Jan 13, 2004

Age 67 of Wilmington, DE died Tuesday, January 13th, 2004 at his home surrounded by his family. He is survived by wife of 44 years, Doris Alston; children, Joe Alston, Jr., Ruth Collins, Vashi Baker-Fowikes, Ruth Baker, Jerome Baker, Marynn Baker and Cherly Cooper; his mother, Ann Curry; 7 sister and 2 brothers; a devoted aunt, Mary Worldly; 26 grandchildren;...

Delores A. Wallace

Delores A. Wallace

Jan 13, 2004

Age 49 of New Castle, DE died Tuesday, January 13, 2004 at home. Delores was born December 25, 1954 to Garnett Thomas and the late Katherine Fong in Wilmington. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 28 years, Kenneth Wallace, Sr.; 2 sons, KennethJr. and John Wallace, both of New Castle; 1 brother, Vannia Thomas of Harvey, IL;...

Cordeoro "Cord" Caudle

Cordeoro "Cord" Caudle

Jan 10, 2004

"Cord" age 14 of New Castle, DE died Saturday, January 10, 2004 in Salem, NJ. Cordeoro was a happy child that loved school and sports. He is survived by his mother, Lucillia Caudle; his brother Richard Deloatch; his grandparents, William and Victoria Caudle;his great grandparents, Willard and Anne Lee; and a host of aunts, uncles, other family and friends Read...

Susie Catherine Fullman

Susie Catherine Fullman

Jan 9, 2004

Age 80, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2004 in Manor Care. Susie was the loving mother of Gary Fullman and the late Betty Ann Woody. Daughter of the late Sadie Bowser Smith and the late John F. Smith Susie worked most of her life and retiring from the Hotel DuPont in 1981 after 34 years of service. Post...

Leon Hurd Alexander

Leon Hurd Alexander

Jan 8, 2004

Age 29 of Wilmington, Delaware died Thursday, January 8, 2004 at home. Leon was born on July 3, 1974 in Wilmington, DE., and was a graduate of Glasgow High School. Leon was a budding entrepreeur with dreams of owning his own retail business. Leon loved to travel, bowl and play pool. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and...

Elizabeth C. Martin

Elizabeth C. Martin

Jan 7, 2004

Age 88 died Wednesday, January 7, 2004 at St. Francis Hospital. Elizabeth was born November 30, 1915 in Snow Hill, MD. She attended Mother U.A.M.E. Church and was a member of the Pastor's Aide. Elizabeth was empolyed at PSFS Bank in Philadelphia, PA as a custodian. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Beulah Harmon; siblings, Charles,...

Reginald Andrew Mercer

Reginald Andrew Mercer

Jan 5, 2004

Reginald Andrew Mercer, II, age 31 went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 5, 2004. "Reg" as many of us knew him, was a true friend, loving and mischievous son and brother. Reg was born on November 9, 1972 at Wilmington General Hospital to the parents of the late Pastor Reginal Andrew and Deidre Anne (Points) Mercer....

Georgia E. Rogers

Georgia E. Rogers

Jan 2, 2004

Georgia E. Rogers "Miss Georgia" Of Wilmington, Delaware, departed this life on Friday, January 2, 2004 at her residence. She was born February 10th in Buena Vista, GA. to the late, Elder Jerry and Ozie Lee B. King. She was educated in the public school system of Buena Vista, GA. She was united in holy matrimony to the late, Alexander...

Teresa Louise Reed

Teresa Louise Reed

Jan 1, 2004

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Anthony Wing

Anthony Wing

Dec 30, 2003

Age 45 of Wilmington, DE died Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at Wilmington Hospital. Anthony leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Shaneka Broomer; his sons, Twan and Antwan Money and Tyron Rider; his sisters, Joan Wing, Roselynn Cooper and Danette Livingston; his brothers, Kenneth Goodson, John, Ronald and Benjamin Wing and Earl Livingston; and 2 sisters-in-law, Jacqueline and Donna Wing....

Ozette Delores Wiggins-Mcwilliams

Ozette Delores Wiggins-Mcwilliams

Dec 25, 2003

Age 68 of Rocky Mt., NC died Thursday, December 25, 2003 at Nash General Hospital. She was born March 29, 1935 in Halifax County, the daughter of the late Willie H. and Josephine L. Wiggins. She is survived by her daughter, Carla Y. McWilliams; and a host of family and friends, She was preceded in death by a daughter, Kim...

Terry J. 'Silk" Alls

Terry J. 'Silk" Alls

Dec 20, 2003

Age 22 of Newark, DE passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 20, 2003 in the city of Wilmington, DE. "Silk" as called by many was born September 22, 1981 to Myra Alls and Ralph Copeland and also survived by stepfather, Terry Whittlesay. He attended Salem Community College where he played on the basketball team last season. During the 2000-2001 season,...

Valerie Ray

Valerie Ray

Dec 20, 2003

Age 48 of Wilmington, DE departed this life Saturday, December 20, 2003 at her residence. She is survived by her son Lavocia I. Callahan and daughter Sheena M. Ray; Daughter of Arnette Callahan and Charles Ray; sister of Alton Johnson(Diane), Arnold Johnson(Hester), Lavocia H. Callahan(Vanessa)and Melvin Callahan(brenda); 5 grandchildren; 3 aunts; 2 uncles; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins...

Bruce R. Mcneil

Bruce R. Mcneil

Dec 18, 2003

Age 40 of New Castle, DE died Thursday, December 18, 2003 at the Christiana Hospital in Newark. Bruce leaves to cherish his daughter, Chantell Pittman of New Castle, DE; mother Mary E. Lewis; father, Richard Lewis; brothers, Richard Lewis, Jr., Brian and Mark McEachinn; devoted companion, Shirelle Hetherington; 1 sister; stepchildren, Jeremy, Jetaime, Jessica annd Julia Hetherington. Read Bruce McNeil's...

Zakee L. "Jumbo" Carter

Zakee L. "Jumbo" Carter

Dec 17, 2003

Zake, age 22 departed this life and went home to with his father on Wednesday, December 117, 2003 at the Christiana Hospital in Newark, DE. Zakee was preceded by his father, Douglas Ashley Smith; his grandmother, Olivia Carter; and an aunt, Tina Carter. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his mother and father, Earline and Tyrone Bailey; 2 stepbrothers,...

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