Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ
Ellis Mcfarlin
Apr 28, 2021
Ellis McFarlin passed on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 in Wilmington, Delaware. Ellis was born on November 16th, 1947 in Patrick, South Carolina to Bonzel McFarlin and Massie McFarlin. Ellis was employed with McFarlin Motors. Ellis will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Cemetery Details Gracelawn Memorial Park 2220 North Dupont Highway...
Prince A. Hasan
Apr 26, 2021
Prince A. Hasan passed on Sunday, April 26th, 2021 in Camden, New Jersey. Prince was born on June 26th, 1959 in Nassua to James Edwards and Gertrude Horton. Prince will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Previous Events Viewing APR 29. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (ET) House of Wright Mortuary...
Ernestine Joyce Waterman
Apr 25, 2021
Ernestine (Tina) Joyce Waterman, daughter of Samuel D. Pratcher Jr. and Joan M. Pratcher was born on March 31, 1970, in Wilmington, Delaware. She made her heavenly transition to the arms of God on April 25, 2021. Tina graduated from Concord High School in 1988 and continued her education at Delaware State University, formerly known as Delaware State College. Tina...
Dr. Benjamin John Caldwell
Apr 24, 2021
A Legacy of Life and Honor Benjamin John Coleman-Caldwell affectionately known to the family as "Benny" was born on December 16, 1961 in the city of Washington DC to the late Arrell Sr. and Nola Markle-Coleman. Benny was the youngest of eight children three preceding him in death. Very quietly and peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2021, the Almighty God...
James P. Manlove-Mcknight
Apr 23, 2021
On Friday, April 23rd, 2021, our beloved James Phillip Manlove-McKnight affectionately known as "Jader" departed this life. Jader was loved by his family and friends and anyone who came across this gentle giant would remember his big smile. Jader was a true Gemini and Protector to all whom he encountered. James Phillip Manlove-McKnight was born on May 31st, 1989 in...
Margaret E. Dorsey
Apr 23, 2021
Margaret E. Dorsey was born on July 26, 1938 in Wilmington, Delaware to her late parent's Frances L. Wright, and Albert Spicer. She passed on Friday April 23, 2021 at Christiana Care, Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington, DE. Marge received her high school education at Howard High School Technology. After High school she worked for the State of Delaware for many...
Joseph Simmons Iii
Apr 20, 2021
Joseph Simmons III was born on March 5, 1979 in Queens, New York to Joseph and Patricia Simmons. Joseph passed suddenly on April 20, 2021 in New Castle, Delaware. Joseph graduated from Sterling High School in Somerdale, New Jersey. Joseph had a love for cars. On weekends he would attend car meets and race with friends. He then proceeded to...
Gloria Selma Benson
Apr 18, 2021
Gloria Selma Benson was born April 25, 1942, in Wilmington, Delaware to James and Gloria Benson. She graduated from William Penn High School in 1961. After graduation she attended Delaware State College. In 1962 Gloria enlisted in the U. S. Navy. The Navy nurtured her love of travel and exploration which would become one of her many passions. After the...

Leonard David Alston
Apr 16, 2021
Leonard David Alston passed on Friday, April 16th, 2021. Leonard was born on June 25th, 1963 in Philadephia, Pennsylvania. Leonard was employed as a Cook with the Food Service industry. Leonard will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Events Details are pending.
Charles J. Cromwell
Apr 15, 2021
Charles J. Cromwell passed on Thursday, April 15th, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Charles was born on July 26th, 1965 in Wilmington, Delaware to Dorsey Cromwell, Sr. and Charlene Cromwell. Charles will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Previous Events Viewing APR 30. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (ET) House of Wright...
Paula Renee Sutton
Apr 13, 2021
Paula Renee Sutton was born on February 2, 1979, in Wilmington, DE, to the late Rudolph and Roxann May Sutton. She departed this life on April 13, 2021, at her home. Paula received her early childhood education in the schools of the Colonial School District (Pleasantville Elementary, McCullough Elementary, George Read Middle), graduating from William Penn High School in 1997....
Marlene D. Graves
Apr 10, 2021
Marlene D. Graves, daughter of the late Loile Graves Jr. and Cozella Graves was born February 26, 1956, in Chester County Pennsylvania. She went home to be with the Lord Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Wilmington Hospital. She received her early childhood education in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania and graduated from P.S Dupont. She then worked as a clerk for Christiana...

Jessica Sellers
Apr 10, 2021
Jessica Sellers passed on Saturday, April 10th, 2021. Jessica was born on August 9th, 1982. Jessica will be missed by her husband, Joe Wonderler, along with a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Events Details are pending.
Randall A. Cain
Apr 10, 2021
Randall Andrei Cain was born on October 12th, 1956 in Chestertown, MD, to the late Clifton G. Cain Sr. and Laura Leona Banks. Randall passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021 in the Seasons Hospice in Wilmington Hospital. Randall graduated from Queen Anne's County High School in Centreville, MD. Randall was a state baseball champion and a state football player....

Matthew Jerome Broadnax
Apr 9, 2021
Matthew Jerome Broadnax was born on August 10, 1952 to the late Marvin Broadnax, Sr. and Sarah Broadnax-Norwood. He departed this life on Friday, April 9, 2021. Matthew received his early education in the Wilmington Public School System. After high school, he was employed by several companies including AVON, the Radisson Hotel, Chrysler, Christiana Care, and lastly, The Fresh Grocer...
Gardner S. " Yogi " Powell
Apr 6, 2021
On Tuesday, April 6, 2021, Gardner Scott Powell, loving husband and father, passed away at the age of 57. Born October 26, 1963, in Wilmington, Delaware, he was the youngest of 4 children. At a young age, Gardner received his nickname "Yogi" as he could imitate Yogi the Bear voice perfectly, among other beloved cartoon characters. Shortly after high school,...

Tiffany A. Washington
Apr 6, 2021
Tiffany A. Washington passed on Tuesday, April 6th, 2021 in Wilmington, Delaware. Tiffany was born on January 17th, 1975 in Wilmington, Delaware to Marshall Washington and Marlene Graves. Tiffany was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Tiffany will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Events Details are pending.
Keith Vernell Perkins
Apr 5, 2021
Keith Vernell Perkins passed on Monday, April 5th, 2021 in Wilmington, Delaware. Keith was born on January 18th, 1971 in Wilmington, Delaware. Keith will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Cemetery Details Gracelawn Memorial Park 2220 North Dupont Highway New Castle, DE 19720 Loading map Previous Events Viewing APR 15. 9:00...

Warren Hakim Roane
Apr 5, 2021
Warren Hakim Roane passed on Monday, April 5th, 2021. Warren was born on February 15th, 1968 in Wilmington, Delaware to Warren Mowbray and Gloria Roane. Warren was employed as a Cook within the Food Service industry. Warren will be missed by a host of family and friends. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Cemetery Details Silverbrook Cemetery 3300 Lancaster Ave...
Roland Ulysses Byrd, Jr.
Apr 1, 2021
ROLAND ULYSSES BYRD, JR. was born on September 18, 1950, in KYOTO, JAPAN to the late Roland Ulysses Byrd, Sr. and Lola Emily Byrd (Driggins). He was their only surviving child. Roland grew up in a military family, traveling the world with his parents. He spent his early years in Ramstein Air Force Base in Kaiserslautern, Germany, where he went...