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

Dana Sheryl Daniels

Dana Sheryl Daniels

Mar 9, 2019

We are honored to celebrate the life of Dana Daniels today and to recognize the tremendous impact she has had on those around her throughout her life. Her role as mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and friend has played a vital role in each of our lives and we are privileged to come together and honor her today. Dana S. Daniels...

Patricia E. Walker

Patricia E. Walker

Mar 8, 2019

Her Sunrise… Patricia was born October 5, 1945 to the late Delores Chisholm Ford and stepfather Earl Ford in Wilmington, Delaware. Affectionately known as "Patsy," "Pat" and "Nana" to her grandchildren. Patsy was very active and outgoing as a child, talented in softball and basketball while in high school. Patsy attended St. Joseph's and St. Mary's Catholic Schools in Wilmington,...

Raymond Russell Brown

Raymond Russell Brown

Mar 6, 2019

Raymond passed on March 6, 2019. Raymond was born to Renne Brown and the late Raymond Russell Clayton in Newark, DE. Raymond leaves fond memories with his son, Azeem; mother, siblings, a host of other relatives and friends.

Deaconess Evelyn Elizabeth Blount

Deaconess Evelyn Elizabeth Blount

Mar 5, 2019

Evelyn E. Blount, daughter of the late William and Helen Green was born on July 1, 1923 in Norfolk, Virginia. She peacefully departed this life to join her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at Kentmere Manor. Mother Blount received her early education in Wilmington, Delaware and was a graduate of Howard High School. Although she...

Ka'Sai Naeem Jones

Ka'Sai Naeem Jones

Mar 2, 2019

Ka'Sai Naeem Jones entered this world in just 1 hour a strong 9lbs & 1oz 20in on March 13 2018. Nickname fatmans, stinkabutt & eyebrows & Mr.Handsome all wrapped in a bundle of joy. He suddenly departed this life March 2 2019. He enjoyed being with his mother Brittany Jones, pulling at her hair, smiling, given her kisses & rocking...

Dianne E. Rucker

Dianne E. Rucker

Feb 28, 2019

Dianne was born to the late Dillard M. Wells, Sr. and the late Elva E. Evans Wells on January 14, 1946 in Wilmington, Delaware. Dianne went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at the Wilmington Christiana Hospital. Dianne was educated in Delaware at the Millside School, Dunleith Community School and graduated from DeLaWarr High School....

Roger C. Williams

Roger C. Williams

Feb 26, 2019

Roger Carlton Williams, Sr. (also known as RC) peacefully departed this life to be with the Lord on the morning of Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at the Saint Frances Hospital, Compassionate Care Unit, Wilmington, Delaware. Roger was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 20, 1947 to Mamie Preston Williams and the Late Dollie Williams. He was the eldest of nine...

William Norman "Bill" Johnson

William Norman "Bill" Johnson

Feb 25, 2019

Bill passed on February 25, 2019. Bill was born on February 23, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA to Norman William Johnson and Louise Nelson Johnson. Bill worked in transportation services. Bill also served in the Navy. Bill leaves to mourn his devoted wife Belinda Johnson and a host of other family and friends.

Sherry L. Ponzo

Sherry L. Ponzo

Feb 23, 2019

Sherry Lynn Ponzo was born on July 19th 1962 in Salisbury, MD. She passed on February 23rd 2019 Sherry was employed by Brandywine School District for many years as a Food Service Worker, she then went on to Advanced Student where she drove the school bus for many years. Most recently she was employed by THG where she drove shuttle...

Genevieve F. "Genny" Lewis

Genevieve F. "Genny" Lewis

Feb 21, 2019

Genevieve or "Genny" as we called her was a mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many people who loved her. A loving companion who will be missed by many. Genevieve was the fourth of five children born in 1967 to Norbert and Daphne Fauconier. Genevieve was born in Trinidad and Tobago where she attended St. Crispins E.C School,...

Donald King Taylor

Donald King Taylor

Feb 20, 2019

Donald passed on February 20, 2019. Donald was born on August, 15, 1942 in Accomac County, VA to Frances Taylor and Virginia King Taylor. Donald worked for an automotive company as an asembly line feeder. Donald also served in the U.S. Army. Donald leaves to mourn his devoted wife Annetta Jeffers Taylor, children, grandchildren and a host of other family...

Elwood Morris Byrd

Elwood Morris Byrd

Feb 18, 2019

Elwood passed on February 18, 2019. Elwood was born on August 23. 1955 in Wilmington, DE to Herbert Morris and Clementine Byrd. Elwood served in the Marines. Elwood worked for ILA. Elwood leaves to mourn his devoted children and a host of other family and friends.

Jolene Tyson

Jolene Tyson

Feb 16, 2019

Jolene passed on February 16, 2019. Jolene was born in Clarksburg, WV to Edward J. Hunter, Sr. and Bernice Lehn Hunter Jolene was employed as a Police Officer. Jolene leaves cherished memories with her children, siblings, grandchildren, a host of family and friends.

James H. Watts, Sr.

James H. Watts, Sr.

Feb 15, 2019

James Watts is the only son of Norman and Virginia "Janie" Watts who preceded him in death. James has three sisters, Bernice Fogg, Elizabeth Southerland and Lisa Bailey and was born in Parksley, Virginia on March11, 1947. On Friday morning, February 15, 2019 James passed quietly at home after smiling at his wife, Brenda when she assured him she would...

Lamont Henry Coker, Jr.

Lamont Henry Coker, Jr.

Feb 12, 2019

Lamont passed on February 12, 2019. Lamont was born on February 1, 1961 in Philadelphia, PA to Lamont Henry Coker, Sr. and Victoria Thomas. Lamont was a Communications Senior Technician. Lamont leaves to mourn his devoted wife Debra and a host of other family and friends.

Mary Elizabeth Covington

Mary Elizabeth Covington

Feb 12, 2019

Mary Elizabeth Covington, born April 10, 1957 to the late Ella Belle Covington and Willie Reeder. She was the second of three children. Mary developed a lifelong love of family and appreciation for hard work. Her family was her major focus and the time she spent with her loved ones gave her a sense of happiness that lasted throughout her...

William D. "Sam" Penn, Sr.

William D. "Sam" Penn, Sr.

Feb 11, 2019

William was born on May 31, 1954 in Rome, Georgia to the Betty A. Penn and late Hughdon Penn, Sr. He departed this life on February 11, 2019 with his family by his side. William was affectionately known as Donnell or Sam. He received his early education in Floyd County, Georgia and attended Wilmington High School. William later began working...

Cecil L. Edwards

Cecil L. Edwards

Feb 10, 2019

Cecil passed on February 10, 2019. Cecil was born on October 10, 1946 in Enfield, NC to Joe Edwards and Lillie Mae Lynch. Cecil was a member of the Local 1694. Cecil leaves to mourn his devoted children and a host of other family and friends.

Anna Mae French

Anna Mae French

Feb 4, 2019

Anna Mae was born in Buttonwood, New Castle, Delaware on October 13, 1923. Her parents were Harrison and Matilda Thurston. She transitioned on Monday, February 4, 2019, at 11:30 am, in her home here in Dunleith. Anna Mae received her early childhood education in a one room schoolhouse in Buttonwood, where she developed a love for reading. She was raised...

Stacia W. S. Thomas

Stacia W. S. Thomas

Feb 1, 2019

Stacia W. S. Thomas was born August 16, 1983 in Wilmington, DE. She is the daughter of the late Eileen M. Thomas and Raymond W. Pettyjohn. Stacia departed this life on Friday, February 1, 2019. Stacia received her early education in Newark Public Schools and graduated from Delcastle Technical High School in 2001. After graduating she continued her education at...

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