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Stephanie A. Coates

Stephanie A. Coates

Sep 4, 2021

No obituary found for this tribute. Previous Events Public Viewing SEP 17. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (ET) Ezion Fair Baptist Church 1400 B Street Wilmington, DE 19801 Loading map Celebration of Life SEP 17. 11:00 AM (ET) Ezion Fair Baptist Church 1400 B Street Wilmington, DE 19801 Loading map Graveside Service SEP 17 (ET) Gracelawn Memorial Park 2220 North...

Margaret Mccann

Margaret Mccann

Aug 31, 2021

Maggie McCann was born on October 17,1958 in Wilmington, DE to Robert J. McCann Sr. & Margaret V. (McDougal) McCann. She passed on 8/31/2021 at home in Wilmington, DE. Maggie spent her early employment tending to elderly shut-ins and housekeeping. Following that she was employed with the State of Delaware as a Custodian at Newark High School for several years....

Maureen Hammond

Maureen Hammond

Aug 31, 2021

On August 31, 2021 Maureen Hammond was called home to Glory after a long battle with cancer. Maureen is survived by her 3 children Lamar Hammond, Damir Hammond, Chiquita Hammond; 5 grandchildren Prince Evans, Hayden Whitley, Zymire Hammond, Asmar Hammond and Nydia Hammond; a host of other relatives and friends. Previous Events Public Viewing SEP 8. 9:00 AM - 11:00...

Rev. John Wesley Saylor Sr.

Rev. John Wesley Saylor Sr.

Aug 30, 2021

Reverend John Wesley Saylor, Sr. age 85 transitioned from earth to glory on Monday, August 30, 2021 at Seasons Hospice at Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware. John was born on Sunday, February 2, 1936 in the city of North, South Carolina to his lovely parents, Rev. Alexander Saylor and Agnes Idella (Walker) Saylor. Rev. John Saylor was educated in the...

Julia A. Enriquez

Julia A. Enriquez

Aug 28, 2021

"Julia Angel Enriquez was born on 12/17/1975, in West Chester PA, to Julio Enriquez Sr. and Donna Bultron. She passed away on 08/28/21 at her home in Wilmington DE. Leelee, as she was affectionately known received her childhood education at various public schools. She held numerous jobs in food service until she was no longer to work due to health...

Babygirl Ivy Lee Diaz Zayas

Babygirl Ivy Lee Diaz Zayas

Aug 26, 2021

Ivy Lee Diaz- Zayas was born on 08/26/2021 in Newark, De to Brianna L. Zayas and Juan G. Vazquez Diaz. She passed on 08/26/2021 at Christiana Hospital. Ivy Lee was preceded in death by her Great grandparents Juan Rivera and Dominga Lebron. Ivy Lee is survived by her parents Brianna L. Zayas and Juan G. Vazquez Diaz and her grandparents...

Patricia W. Whitaker

Patricia W. Whitaker

Aug 21, 2021

Mrs. Patricia W. Whitaker, 68, of Hyattsville, MD, went home to be with the Lord on August 21, 2021. Patricia is survived by her 2 children, Patrice Evonne and Marley Pollack (Brittani), 4 stepchildren. Her siblings, Gail Bartley, Kelly Bowers (Arthur). Dr. Alton Williams (Bonita) and Wayne Marshall. 2 granddaughters, Marleigh Rae and Caleigh Joy Pollack. A devoted daughter-in-law, Brittani...

William Arthur Coleman

William Arthur Coleman

Aug 17, 2021

Mr. William Arthur Coleman, affectionately known as "Deddy, Dad, Pop, Uncle Grant, Coleman, Pop Coleman, Brother Coleman, Grandpop, Grant, Mr. Coleman took flight on Tuesday morning, August 17, 2021, after the twelve o'clock hour in the A.M. at the Wilmington Hospital Seasons Hospice Unit. Deddy was born on July 14, 1930, to the late Matt (Buster) and Mattie (Logan) Coleman...

Johnny Frazier

Johnny Frazier

Aug 16, 2021

Johnny Frazier passed on August 16, 2021, in Wilmington, Delaware. Johnny was born on January 22, 1957, in Wilmington, Delaware. Johny was employed as a Laborer. Johnny will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming.

Ravenna Dorothy Harris

Ravenna Dorothy Harris

Aug 13, 2021

Ravenna Harris was born on April 13, 1953, in Wilmington, De to Marrion Whitfield and Olin Harris Sr. She passed on Friday, August 13, 2021 in Wilmington De. Ravenna received her early childhood education from Mary C. I. Williams School. She attended Wilmington High School for her high school education. After school, she worked as a general housekeeper for numerous...

Frank Isler, Jr.

Frank Isler, Jr.

Aug 11, 2021

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all of them also that love his appearing. II Timothy 4:7-8 Frank Isler, Jr....

Theresa A. Tucker

Theresa A. Tucker

Aug 9, 2021

Theresa A. Tucker transitioned to her next life while surrounded by her beloved family on August 9, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband: Mark Jackson; her parents: Esther Tucker (Lewis Tucker) and Alexander Ruffins; her sister, Connella Jennings and her brother: Don Tucker. She is survived by her 3 children: Madonna Woodson, Muhommad Tucker (LyTonya Mitchell-Tucker), and...

Mary L. West

Mary L. West

Aug 8, 2021

Mary L. West passed on August 8, 2021, in Wilmington, Delaware. Mary was born on July 8, 1926, in Millen, Georgia to Earlie Robinson and Lillie Robinson. Mary will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Previous Events Graveside Service AUG 16. 11:00 AM (ET) Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery 2465 Chesapeake City...

Mary Ann Seth

Mary Ann Seth

Aug 7, 2021

Mary Ann Seth was born on April 15, 1941, in Ridgley, Maryland, to the late Clarence Seth and Corrine Wright-Seth. She passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at home surrounded by loved ones. Mary received her education in the Wilmington Public School System. After school, she was employed as a professional presser at various dry cleaners for over 30+...

Nancy Johnson

Nancy Johnson

Aug 7, 2021

Nany Johnson passed on August 7, 2021. Nancy was born on November 10, 1943. Nancy will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Previous Events Graveside Service AUG 19. 11:00 AM (ET) Silverbrook Cemetery 3300 Lancaster Ave Wilmington, DE 19805 Loading map

Carla R. Crosby

Carla R. Crosby

Aug 3, 2021

Carla Regina Posey Crosby was born to Linda Posey and Clarence "Boo" Johnson on August 11th, 1963. This black doll baby with gorgeous brown skin and long, thick beautiful hair would go to be the oldest of a collective of 10 children. She would be the link in the chain that tied the Johnson and Posey families together forever. Raised...

Traci Yvonne Whittle

Traci Yvonne Whittle

Jul 31, 2021

Traci Yvonne Whittle, born on March 26, 1966 in Wilmington, DE to Mary E. Whittle. Traci was a beautiful soul. She departed this life on Aug 31, 2021. Growing up in Wilmington, Traci received her early childhood education at Shortlidge Elementary School. She attended The Wallace Wallin School and the Special Olympics, where she won several awards for her running...

Ishmail B. Thompson

Ishmail B. Thompson

Jul 29, 2021

Ishmail B. Thompson was born December 27, 1991, in Wilmington, Delaware to Joyce and Ted Thompson. He sadly passed away on Thursday, July 29th, 2021 in Harrisburg, PA. Ishmail received his early childhood education from Gauger-Cobbs Middle School and He graduated from Christiana High School. After high school, he went to All-State Career Institute for Tractor-Trailer Drivers and received his...

Deaconess Laurabelle Elizabeth Hope

Deaconess Laurabelle Elizabeth Hope

Jul 28, 2021

Deaconess Laurabelle Elizabeth Loper Hope, affectionately known as Laura, was born on January 27, 1939, in Elk Neck, MD to Rosay Loper and Malcolm Ford. Laurabelle spent her formative years in Ambler, PA, and Charlestown, MD. After graduating from George Washington Carver High School in Elkton, MD, she matriculated at Morgan State College and earned a Bachelor of Science in...

Kevin Kennedy Thompson

Kevin Kennedy Thompson

Jul 26, 2021

Kevin Kennedy Thompson was born September 8, 1988, in Wilmington, DE to Charlotte Thompson-Hall and the late Kevin Flemings. Kevin went home to be the Lord on July 26, 2021. Kevin received his education in the Christina School System. Kevin enjoyed people, he loved children and the children loved him. Kevin loved to cook, spend time with his children, joke...

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