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

Gerald Amon Holmes Sr.

Gerald Amon Holmes Sr.

Jul 31, 2022

Gerald Amon Holmes, Sr. passed away suddenly on Sunday, July 31, 2022. He was born on August 21, 1958 in Washington, DC to the late William Holmes and Carolissa M. Bowie. He moved to Wilmington, Delaware and was raised by his parents Samuel & Evelyn Harris and Almon Adams. He completed his early education in the Wilmington Public School system...

Antoine Carlton "Toot" Bryson

Antoine Carlton "Toot" Bryson

Jul 29, 2022

Antoine Carlton Bryson was born December 16, 1997, in Wilmington, De to Taiwan Flood and Angela Bryson-Flood. Antoine made his transition into eternity on July 29, 2022. Antoine received his education within the Delaware school system graduating from Middletown High School in 2016. He was a diligent worker and held jobs at Amazon and Walmart. He was a lover of...

Valerie Aleta Townsend

Valerie Aleta Townsend

Jul 25, 2022

Valerie Aleta Townsend, daughter of the late Mary Camper, and Ralph Mason, was born on January 4, 1947, in Wilmington, Delaware. She departed this life on the 25th of July 2022 at Seasons Christiana Hospice Center in Newark, Delaware. Valerie received her early childhood education in the public schools of Wilmington. She graduated from Wilmington High School in 1965. After...

Gordon J. Bright

Gordon J. Bright

Jul 25, 2022

Gordon J. Bright was born on August 15th, 1963, in Wilmington, Delaware, to Gordon Julian Bright and Emma L. Bright. He passed away on July 25th, 2022 in Wilmington, Delaware. Gordon graduated high school in Wilmington, Delaware. Upon high school graduation he became a member of the armed forces. After school he worked at the USPS Postal Service Distribution center....

Essie Lavenia Dollard-Whittaker

Essie Lavenia Dollard-Whittaker

Jul 23, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute. Previous Events Public Viewing AUG 2. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (ET) Immanuel Church 2414 Pennsylvania Avenue Wilmington, DE 19806 Loading map Celebration of Life AUG 2. 11:00 AM (ET) Immanuel Church 2414 Pennsylvania Avenue Wilmington, DE 19806 Loading map Resting Place AUG 2 (ET) Silverbrook Cemetery 3300 Lancaster Ave Wilmington, DE 19805 Loading...

Daphine A. Scrivens

Daphine A. Scrivens

Jul 21, 2022

Daphine Anette Scrivens was born July 18, 1952 to the late Blanche Russ and Lawrence Randy Nichols in Wilmington, Delaware. On Thursday, July 21, 2022, Daphine passed away peacefully at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware surrounded by family and friends. Daphine received her education in the public school system in Wilmington, Delaware. She worked at Pack and Process and then...

Frances Denise Fairley

Frances Denise Fairley

Jul 19, 2022

A full obituary is forthcoming.

Nate' Marie Harris

Nate' Marie Harris

Jul 17, 2022

A full obituary will be forthcoming. Previous Events Public Viewing JUL 30. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET) Victorious Faith Christian Worship Center 500 Concord Avenue Wilmington, DE 19802 Loading map Celebration of Life JUL 30. 12:00 PM (ET) Victorious Faith Christian Worship Center 500 Concord Avenue Wilmington, DE 19802 Loading map

Danny Mitchell Woods

Danny Mitchell Woods

Jul 16, 2022

The Journey of Danny Mitchell Woods Danny Mitchell Woods was born on July 23, 1948 in Kingston, TN to Leander & Mae Katherine Woods. Danny passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at home; in Newark, Delaware. Danny received his education from the Roane County School System in Tennessee. After school, he served time in the United States Air...

Garland Melvin Coleman Iii

Garland Melvin Coleman Iii

Jul 9, 2022

A full obituary is forthcoming. Cemetery Details Silverbrook Cemetery 3300 Lancaster Ave Wilmington, DE 19805 Loading map Previous Events Viewing AUG 3. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (ET) New Galilee Baptist Church 414 Cedar Ave Wilmington , DE 19804 Loading map Celebration of Life AUG 3. 11:00 AM (ET) New Galilee Baptist Church 414 Cedar Ave Wilmington, DE 19804 Loading...

Akeem Smith

Akeem Smith

Jul 9, 2022

Akeem Jabar Smith AKA "Bizz" born February 2, 1987 to Beth Anita Smith, and the late Ernest "Peter" Murray. Akeem attended the Mt. Pleasant School System, in Wilmington Delaware class of 2005. Akeem was previously employed at the Delaware Park and Casino as a Security Officer for several years, he enjoyed doing Security work. Akeem was a very private, but...

Dora Mae Faulkner

Dora Mae Faulkner

Jul 8, 2022

Dora Mae Faulkner, eldest daughter of the late Walter, Sr. & Hazel Brown, was born on December 12, 1934 in Wilmington, De. She peacefully departed this life on Friday July 8, 2022 at home surrounded by her loving family. Dora received her early education in the Wilmington Public School System and she attended Howard High School. Dora was affectionately known...

Shakur T. Black

Shakur T. Black

Jul 8, 2022

Shakur T. Black, 25, was born January 12, 1997 to Yvette Johnson, and Thomas Dunn. He passed on July 8, 2022. "Keep Countin" as he was affectionately known, received his education in the Wilmington public school systems. He was previously employed as a Forklift Operator. Shakur was a loving, proud father of his one son, Haji. He is preceded in...

Malik Jahmir "Lik" Nath

Malik Jahmir "Lik" Nath

Jul 7, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute. Previous Events Public Viewing JUL 19. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (ET) House of Wright Mortuary - Wilmington 208 East 35th Street Wilmington, DE 19802 Loading map Celebration of Life JUL 19. 11:00 AM (ET) House of Wright Mortuary - Wilmington 208 East 35th Street Wilmington, DE 19802 Loading map Graveside Service JUL 20....

Charlotte V. Johnson

Charlotte V. Johnson

Jul 6, 2022

A full obituary is forthcoming. Previous Events Viewing JUL 22. 10:00 AM (ET) Ezion Mount Carmel United Methodist Church 800. N Walnut Street Wilmington, DE 19802 Loading map Celebration of Life JUL 22. 11:00 AM (ET) Ezion Mount Carmel United Methodist Church 800. N Walnut Street Wilmington, DE 19802 Loading map Resting Place JUL 22 (ET) Gracelawn Memorial Park 2220...

William Oliver Mozee

William Oliver Mozee

Jul 5, 2022

Born in Louisville, KY, on February 14, 1945 to Irvin and Freda Mozee, William O. Mozee was the eldest son and ultimately 1 of 9 children. He attended St. Peter Claver and St. Bartholomew Catholic grade schools. In 1957, William became the first Black altar boy at St. Bartholomew. He graduated from St. Xavier High School in 1959. In 1962,...

Sharon Petria Taylor-Snow

Sharon Petria Taylor-Snow

Jul 4, 2022

Sharon Petria Taylor-Snow was born on February 06, 1971, in Wilmington, DE and transitioned this life on July 4, 2022, in Camden, DE. Sharon was the youngest child of Cislyn Taylor and Herman "Pete" Taylor. Sharon was a friendly baby who loved to play and laugh. During her formative years, she loved to play hopscotch, jump double dutch, and play...

Ronald E. Martin

Ronald E. Martin

Jul 3, 2022

Ronald Emory Martin was born Feb 26, 1944, in Wilmington, DE to Martha Johnson and Peter Lee. Ronald was raised with love and care by his Aunt Carrie and Uncle Pete in Golts, Md. He received his education and graduated from Garnett School in Chestertown, MD. After a long illness Ronald passed away peacefully with his son Donnie by his...

John B Hendricks Jr.

John B Hendricks Jr.

Jul 3, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute. Previous Events Public Viewing JUL 13. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET) Faith Baptist Church 829 Tilton Road Pleasantville, NJ 08232 Loading map Celebration of Life JUL 13. 12:00 PM (ET) Faith Baptist Church 829 Tilton Road Pleasantville, NJ 08232 Loading map Resting Place JUL 13 (ET) Greenwood Cemetery 500 Black Horse Pike Pleasantville,...

John E. Davis Jr.

John E. Davis Jr.

Jul 2, 2022

John E. Davis, Jr. was born to John E. Davis, Sr. and the late Margaret Ann Davis on April 1, 1967 in Erie, PA. John attended the public school system in Erie, PA and he matriculated at Temple University in 1985. He later received his Bachelor of Arts degree at Drexel University and his Masters of Science at Columbia University....

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