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

Feb 21, 2022

On the day of love, February 14, 2003, Malachi Nisim Raison also known as "Hoodie" or "Kai" was born to Laphia "Trudy" and Hahim Raison, on the anniversary of their wedding, their love child. Love seemed to be the theme that followed Malachi as he and the love of his life Michekyla Fairley were called home together on February 21,...

Feb 21, 2022

Michekyla J. Fairley, daughter of Shalitha Williams and Jeffrey Fairley was born on July 30, 2001 at 28 weeks. Although, Michekyla was born premature, she came into this world with a fighting spirit at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware. Michekyla departed this life on February 21, 2022. Michekyla received her early education in Escambia County (FL) School District, from there...

Feb 16, 2022

FIRST THINGS FIRST, JOE LOVED HIS "EAGLES" Joe was born on October 25, 1945, in Wilmington, Delaware to the late Ava Tinnin and Joseph Thomas Sr. On February 16, 2022, Joe departed his life at age 76. Joe received his early education in the public school systems of Hockessin and Wilmington, DE, and graduated from Howard High School. He also...

Feb 15, 2022

Derek Keon Brown, 21, was born February 21, 2000 in Wilmington, Delaware, to Derek Herring and Keondra Brown. Derek departed this life suddenly on February 15, 2022. Derek received his education in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, and Wilmington public school systems. He worked in construction as a laborer. Derek loved his daughter Nylah Brown and was a devoted father to...

Feb 12, 2022

Emma Jane Lewis was born on April 16,1942 in Lewes DE to Alfred William Tingle and Eva (Baynard) Tingle. Emma left this life on February 12, 2022 at Bayhealth Hospital in Milford DE Emma Jane Lewis attended school at William C. Jason High School in Georgetown DE, it was here she wrote the note for June to pick her up...

Feb 12, 2022

Kenneth Douglas Brown, Sr. Born July 21, 1940, affectionately known as "Kenny Brown" made his peaceful transition on Saturday, February 12, 2022, in Wilmington, Delaware surrounded by his caring son Darryl. Kenny was a well-known vibe musician and over the past 50 years played in several clubs when things for Wilmington musicians were jumping. He was greatly influenced by Wilmington's...

Feb 11, 2022

Michael Steven Rutland was born on January 21,1955 in New York City, New York. He was the son of Wally Lee Rutland and the late Shirley D. Sawyer. He is the grandson of Etlyn Sawyer and Wallace and Althea Sims-Rutland. Michael graduated from Springfield Gardens High School in 1973. He attended Lincoln University where he was the Co-Captain of the...

Feb 11, 2022

Cherril May Anderson was born on October 8, 1946 in Trelawny Jamaica. She was the daughter of the late Wilford and Beryl Anderson. Cherril departed this world on February 11, 2022 after a brief illness at Churchman Village Nursing Home, where she was a resident. Cherril, a.k.a mom-mom, completed her primary and secondary education in Trelawny, Jamaica. She migrated to...

Feb 10, 2022

Mrs. Thelma was born on June 9, 1920, in Greensboro, North Carolina to Sylvester and Mary Lou Robinson. She returned to the Lord on February 10, 2022, in Wilmington, Delaware, four months shy of her 102nd birthday. Mrs. Thelma was raised on a 300-acre farm in Fayetteville, NC with her parental grandparents Octavius and Agnes Robinson. Thelma developed her work...

Feb 7, 2022

Our beloved mother Gladys Scott was born on June 5, 1926 in Norfolk, VA to the late Evelyn and Arthur Copening Sr. Gladys departed this life on February 7, 2022 at home surrounded by her loving family. She received her education in the public schools in Norfolk, VA. Gladys married the late Samuel Scott. Their love lasted 46 years until...

Feb 5, 2022

Devoted Mother, Wife, Believer, and Caregiver Noreen Maddox-Johnson, 62 was called home to our Lord on Saturday, February 5, 2022. She was born on September 14, 1959, in Wilmington, Delaware to William "Dutch" Burton and Mary Lindo. In 1977 she graduated from Wilmington High School. Noreen married Keith William Johnson on July 13, 1996, and they enjoyed 25 years of...

Feb 5, 2022

Edith Lindsay departed this life on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at home surrounded by her family. Edith was born November 14, 1927, in Jamaica, West Indies to Frank and Talitha Royes. Edith will be missed by her family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Zoom Live Streaming You are invited to a Zoom webinar. The live stream will...

Feb 4, 2022

Tanya Renee Anderson was born on December 27, 1960, in Camden, NJ to the late George A. Thompson and Delores Thompson (Gerald Jocko Watson, stepfather). She departed her earthly vessel on Friday, February 4, 2022. Tanya received her early education in the Camden Public School System. She played the trumpet throughout her school years. She graduated from Camden High School...

Feb 4, 2022

Johnny was born on November 27, 1945, in the city of Merryville, Lousiana to Murray R. Yates and Clynice Johnson. He passed on February 4, 2022, at home. Johnny received his early childhood education in Chester Upland School District, then served his country in the Vietnam War, receiving an honorable discharge. He then attended Cheyney University receiving a Master's Degree...

Feb 3, 2022

Latanya "Tanya" went home to be with the Lord on February 3, 2022. Latanya was born on September 1, 1971, to Shirley Samuel and Preston Jones in Chester, PA. She received her early education from New Castle County public schools and later attended James H. Groves to receive her GED. Tanya was a bank auditor up until she became ill....

Jan 31, 2022

Walter Henry Tate, II departed this life on Monday, January 31, 2022 Walter was born on January 17, 1938, in New Castle, DE, to Walter Henry Tate, I and Julia J. Duckery. Walter was in the United States Army and was a cosmetologist who owned several beauty salons. He was well known in Wilmington as "Tate The Beautician." Walter will...

Jan 29, 2022

A life and eternal peace and rest were granted to Gregory Scott,76, of Newark Delaware as he departed this life on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at his home after a long illness. Gregory Scott was born on July 7, 1945; the youngest of 4 children was born to the late Ernest Scott and Beatrice Scott. He was educated in the...

Jan 24, 2022

Jan 22, 2022

Zoom Live Stream Hi there, You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Feb 3, 2022 09:45 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Celebration of Life for Johnell Wright Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86441534020 Or One tap mobile : US: +16468769923,,86441534020# or +13017158592,,86441534020# Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your...

Jan 21, 2022

Adeava M.A.W. was born March 7, 1998, in Salem, NJ, to Tamika Watson and Edward Hayward. She passed away on January 20, 2022, peacefully at her home in Salem, NJ. Adeava attended Oldsman Township School, Penns Grove Middle School, and graduated from the Class of 2016 from Salem High School. She was taking online business classes. Diva spent most of...