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

Michelle A. Mayo

Michelle A. Mayo

Jan 28, 2019

Michelle Mayo passed on January 28, 2019. Michelle was born on February 15, 1961 to John Mayo ansd Annie Ruth Carter. Michelle leaves to mourn her devoted and loving family and a host of others and friends.

Delores Gracie Lolley-Watt

Delores Gracie Lolley-Watt

Jan 27, 2019

Delores Gracie Lolley-Watt was born in Wilmington, DE to Raymond Lolley and Gracie Lolley. Delores was a faithful member and usher of Latter Day Baptist Church. Delores leaves fond memories with her children, grandchildren, other relatives, church family and friends.

Floyd Collins

Floyd Collins

Jan 27, 2019

Floyd was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to parents Cornelius R. Collins and Ruth Jones-Collins on June 15, 1940. He received his early education in Philadelphia and later in Wilmington public schools after his parents relocated to Delaware. Floyd was a studious student who loved science. From his youth well into adulthood, he was small in stature, but a Giant in...

Kae'Leah Ashley-Davis

Kae'Leah Ashley-Davis

Jan 27, 2019

Kae'Leah Jah'nae Ashley- Davis passed on January 27, 2019. Baby Kae'Leah was born on October 13, 2018 to Richard Davis and Ladaisha Johnson - Ashley. Baby Kae'Leah leaves to mourn her devoted and loving parents and a host of other and friends.

Karen Barnes

Karen Barnes

Jan 26, 2019

Karen was born on August 12, 1960 to Thomas Jenkins and Beverly Cooper in Wilmington, DE. Karen was formerly employed with Walgreens as a pharmacist. Karen leaves fond memories with her husband Linford Barnes, siblings, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Linda Louise Bey

Linda Louise Bey

Jan 26, 2019

Linda Louise Taylor-Bey was born in Roanoke, Virginia on May 2, 1948. She was one of the twin daughters (Linda & Brenda) of Norman and Ella Mae Taylor. On Saturday, January 26th 2019, Almighty GOD, in his infinite wisdom, mercy and grace called Linda home. Linda moved to Delaware at age 3 and was educated in the Wilmington Public School...

Linda R. Cotton

Linda R. Cotton

Jan 24, 2019

Linda Roberta Cotton was born on February 26, 1956 to Lillian Handy Cotton & Charles L. Cotton, Sr. On the morning of January 24, 2019, God called Linda into eternal rest at her residence in Chester, Pennsylvania. Linda was the 3rd born of 7 siblings. Linda was educated in the Somerset County Public School System and graduated from Washington High...

Larry Lee

Larry Lee

Jan 22, 2019

Larry was born on January 4, 1979 to Deborah Lee and Lawrence Mowbray in Wilmington, DE. Larry was formerly employed with Davies Tree Service. Larry leaves fond memories with his sons, parents, siblings, other relatives and friends.

Gerad Porell Adams

Gerad Porell Adams

Jan 21, 2019

As the shadows of the evening spread across the sky, Gerad, our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend departed this life. Gerad Porell Adams, was the second son born to Angie A. Demby and Gary P. Adams, Sr. on February 3, 1998 in Georgetown, South Carolina. Gerad received his early education in the Smyrna School District in Smyrna, Delaware....

Paul D. Purnell, Jr.

Paul D. Purnell, Jr.

Jan 21, 2019

Paul D. Purnell, Jr. was born on September 10, 1981 at Wilmington General Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware to Paul D. Purnell Sr. and Edna L. Davis. He peacefully transitioned from his earthly home to eternal life in heaven on Monday, January 21, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware. Paul or Paul-Paul as he was so affectionately called, attended...

Bishop Joseph N. Brown, Jr.

Bishop Joseph N. Brown, Jr.

Jan 21, 2019

Bishop Joseph Nathaniel Brown, Jr. (Junie, Horsey) son of the late Anna Pathenia Brown and Joseph Nathaniel Brown, Sr. was born May 31, 1932, in Cheraw, SC. He departed this life on Monday, January 21, 2019, in the comfort of his home. Joseph received his early education in the Wilmington Public Schools and was a graduate of Howard High School's...

Clinton D. Wilkins

Clinton D. Wilkins

Jan 21, 2019

Clinton was born on May 18, 1933 to Joseph and Minnie Wilkins. Clinton was formerly employed as a truck driver for ABF Freight and a dedicated member of Teamsters Local 312. Clinton leaves fond memories with his wife Louise Wilkins, children, grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

Martin R Warren

Martin R Warren

Jan 19, 2019

Martin R. Warren was born Kenton, DE to Henrietta and Armstead Mead. Martin retired from Chrysler Corporation. He was a New England Patriots fan. Martin is survived by his wife Emily, children, a host of other relatives and friends.

Charles "Charlie C” Bell Gill, Sr.

Charles "Charlie C” Bell Gill, Sr.

Jan 16, 2019

Charlie C passed on January 16, 2019. Charlie C was born on January 24, 1950 in Evergreen, AL to James Edward Gill and Maliza Davidson. Charlie C worked in the railroad industry as a Tiinsmith Worker. Charlie C leaves to mourn his devoted wife RoseMary Gill, children and a host of other family and friends.

Earle Ashby Jackson

Earle Ashby Jackson

Jan 15, 2019

Earle Ashby Jackson, Jr. was born on April 1, 1952 in Wilmington, Delaware to Earle Ashby Jackson Sr. and Barbara Jackson. Earle was the youngest of two children. At the tender age of three Earle lost his father to kidney disease and at the age of nine he lost his mother to heart disease. After the passing of his beloved...

Samuel B. Sheppard, Iii

Samuel B. Sheppard, Iii

Jan 13, 2019

Samuel was born in Wilmington, DE. Samuel was born to Ruth and Samuel Sheppard, II. Samuel leaves to mourn his wife, Leesa; devoted children, Groove Phi Groove Brothers, a host of family and friends.

Thomas H. Jones

Thomas H. Jones

Jan 13, 2019

Thomas H. Jones was born on April 23, 1939 in Snow Hill, MD to the late Evelyn and James Jones. He transitioned to his heavenly home on Sunday, January 13, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, DE. ​Thomas (Tommy or Chick) received his early education in the Worcester County School System, and graduated from Worcester High School located in...

Inspector Gilbert R Howell

Inspector Gilbert R Howell

Jan 10, 2019

Inspector Howell passed on January 10, 2019. Inspector Howell was born on March 21, 1951 in Wilmington, DE to Hallowed Lee Howell, Sr. and Roberta Howell. Inspector Howell worked as an inspector for the City of Wilmington Police Department. Inspector Howell leaves to mourn his devoted wife Jacqueline and a host of other family and friends.

Myles Adrian Wilson

Myles Adrian Wilson

Jan 8, 2019

Myles Adrian Wilson passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, the day his mother gave birth to him, in Newark, DE. Myles was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Twyla C. Wilson. Myles is deeply loved and will be truly missed by his mother, Angel Moody; his father Michael A. Wilson, Sr.; his sister Angelina Nixon; his brother Michael...

Nathaniel Walter Hudson

Nathaniel Walter Hudson

Jan 8, 2019

Nathaniel W. Hudson was born on April 26, 1944 in Snow Hill, MD to the late James and Louise Hudson. He later moved to Wilmington, DE during his early adult years. He departed this earthly life peacefully on Tuesday, January 8, 2019. He received his formal education at Worcester High School in Newark, MD. Nathaniel was previously married to the...

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