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

Lucille Rose Whyte
Sep 4, 2020
Lucille "Rose" Malcolm Whyte was born on February 24, 1946 in Nine Mile, St. Ann, Jamaica West Indies. She went home to glory on September 4, 2020 at home in Wilmington, Delaware. Rose received her early childhood education in St. Ann, Jamaica. Through the help of her big brother "D" (David) Malcolm and her father Omariah Malcolm, she migrated to...

Trustee Billie White
Sep 4, 2020
Trustee Billie White was born March 18, 1941 in Pasquotank County Elizabeth City, North Carolina to the late Alexander and Geneva White. Bill peacefully departed this life at heeding of the Master's call on Friday September 4, 2020 at Bayhealth Sussex Campus in Milford, Delaware surrounded by his loving family. Bill was a skillful welder working for Metro Machines in...

Mary Ann Morton-Hayman
Sep 3, 2020
On September 3, 2020, Mary Ann Morton-Hayman gained her wings and entered into eternal rest. Mary was born in Lynchburg, VA to Kermit Roosevelt Fitch and Victoria Height Fitch on February 26, 1935. Mary attended school in Lynchburg, VA. Upon earning her degree, she pursued a career in nursing and became a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). After relocating to Delaware,...

Missionary Valerie Melton Swanson
Sep 2, 2020
Valerie Denise Melton Swanson was born on May 13, 1952 in Wilmington, DE to the late Eugene and Beatrice Thomas. She was called home on September 2, 2020, surrounded by loved ones in Wilmington Hospital. Val received her early childhood education in the Colonial School District. She graduated from De La Warr High School in 1971. She gave birth to...

Kevin A Robinson
Aug 29, 2020
Kevin A. Robinson transitioned on August 29, 2020. He was born on January 1, 1961, in Wilmington, Delaware to Eleanor Robertson and John White. A full obituary will be forthcoming.

Paul L. Marshall
Aug 28, 2020
Paul L. Marshall passed on August 28, 2020. Paul was born on October 20, 1950 in Wilmington, DE to Paul and Effie Marshall. Paul leaves cherished memories behind to his immediate family, close friends, and additional relatives. A full obituary is forthcoming.
Joyce M. Norwood
Aug 26, 2020
On the morning of Wednesday, August 26th, 2020, Joyce Marie Norwood gave up her spirit (Psalm 31:5) and returned to her Heavenly Father after a long illness. Mommy was born in Wilmington, Delaware on January 4th, 1942. She was the daughter of Rufus Tildon and Helen Williams. Her parents preceded her in death, as well as her husband Johnnie Sr....

Kay Margaret Stevens
Aug 26, 2020
Kay Margaret M. Stevens, devoted sister, aunt, cousin and godmother, departed this life on August 26, 2020. Daughter of the late James L. and Catherine V. (Albert) Stevens, she was born on September 22, 1952. Kay attended Wilmington public schools and graduated from Howard High School, class of 1970. She held a variety of jobs while earning her Associates degree...

Joyce A. Collins
Aug 22, 2020
Joyce Arlene Collins was born on June 13, 1942, to the late Quinton and Marcella Jones in Wilmington, Delaware. She peacefully transitioned from labor to rest on August 22, 2020 in the comfort of her home. Joyce's early education was in the Catholic schools of Wilmington. She later transferred to the public education system, graduating from Howard High School. Shortly...
Linda Thornton
Aug 20, 2020
Linda Prophet-Thornton, daughter of Blondell Prophet and the late Ben Prophet Sr., was born January 22, 1953 and peacefully departed this life on August 20, 2020 in Christiana Hospital. Linda received her early education in the New Castle County public schools. She attended Wilmington College and later received a Master's Degree in Human Services from Springfield College (Wilm. Campus). Linda...
Carl Derone Bond, Sr.
Aug 20, 2020
Carl D. Bond, Sr. was born on May 23, 1941 in Chester, Pennsylvania to the late Cecil W. and Frinjela Bond. He peacefully departed this life in his sleep on August 20, 2020 in Wilmington, Delaware. Carl graduated from Chester High School in 1960. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1963, and shortly after married the love of his...

Keith Dorman, Sr.
Aug 18, 2020
Keith was born September 5, 1943 in Seaford, DE, the sixth of eight children of the late Martha Vincent and Granville Nathan Dorman. Keith completed the first nine years of his education at Frederick Douglass Junior High School. W.C. Jason High School in Georgetown, DE, provided his secondary education. He then attended Delaware State University where he received his BS...

Yusef Theo Jackson
Aug 18, 2020
Yusef Theo Jackson was born on Thursday, October 13, 1988. It was 55 degrees and partly cloudy, but he brought a ray of sunshine into the Jackson household. Yusef means God increases and Theo means Divine gift. "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace." ~1 Peter 4:10 Yusef...

Marcella Olivia Fisher
Aug 17, 2020
Marcella Olivia Boyer was born on January 29, 1956 in Wilmington, Delaware to the late Robert and Mary Boyer Sr. She departed this life on August 17, 2020 at Wilmington Hospital. Marcella attended schools in Wilmington, Delaware graduating from Pierre S. DuPont High School in 1974, where she marched with the school's band as a head majorette. After high school,...
Evangelist Iantha Isabella Gilliam
Aug 16, 2020
Iantha Isabella (Smith) Gilliam was born January 20, 1947 to the late Liston Young, Sr. and Christine Isabella Smith in Tappahannock, VA. She married John R.S. Gilliam, Jr., the father of her two daughters in 1969. She was born again at the age of 9 years old. Her church membership started at Mr. Olivet U.A.M.E. Church, Penns Grove, NJ, for...

Kekian C. Coke
Aug 16, 2020
Ms. Kekian Coke, affectionately called Miss Joe or Ma Joe, was born in the Parish of Westmorland, Jamaica West Indies on January 20, 1959 to parents Gerald Sterling and Amy Douglas. However, she grew up in Kingston, Jamaica with adoptive parents Harold and Violet Coke who have predeceased her. Kekian attained her high school education at ST Annie's High School...

Dwight Eugene Roy
Aug 14, 2020
Dwight Eugene Roy (Somollie) was born on January 13, 1968 to Hannah and Eugene Wise. He transitioned this life on August 14, 2020 at his home. He received his early education in the Christiana School District ultimately Graduating from Christiana High School in 1986. Dwight played basketball for his alma mater and was the star point guard. He enjoyed professional...

Raleigh S. Evans, Jr.
Aug 12, 2020
Raleigh S. Evans Jr., was born on September 16, 1967, in Wilmington, DE to Roxie Evans and Raleigh Evans, Sr. Raleigh had a sudden passing on August 12, 2020 in his home state Delaware. Raleigh, also known as "Rolo", received his early education at Colwick, Miqudale, and Dunleith elementary schools, as well as going on to receive his diploma at...