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Wilmington, DE (302) 762-8448 | Penns Grove, NJ (856) 299-5517 | Smyrna, DE (302) 659-5517
Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ
Ingrid B. Clayton
Jan 4, 2019
Ingrid Beatrice Clayton was born January 26, 1953 in Frederick, MD to Reginald Davis and Amy Willis. She lived her early years in Frederick. When Ingrid was 8 years old, she moved to Crisfield, MD. Ingrid attended Carter G. Woodson School, which was an all black school. When she entered the 9th grade, she was sent to Crisfield High School....
Corey N. Lloyd
Jan 2, 2019
Corey was born to Emma Street in Wilmington, DE on August 7, 1969. Corey passed at his home on January 2, 2019. Corey was formerly employed with DART as a bus driver. Coey leaves fond memories with his children, other relatives and friends.
Doris P. Pettiford
Jan 1, 2019
Doris passed on January 1, 2019. Doris was born on March 2, 1929 in Philadelphia, PA to Earl and Rachel Wilson. Doris leaves to mourn her devoted children and a host of other family and friends.
Wendell A. Grinnage
Dec 31, 2018
Wendell passed on December 31, 2018. Wendell was born on September 23, 1960 in Wilmington, DE to Solomon A. Grinnage and Mary Anna Grinnage. Wendell worked in public works as a Equipment Operator. Wendell leaves to mourn his devoted wife Sandra and a host of other family and friends.
Joann Dale
Dec 27, 2018
JoAnn Marshall was born November 3, 1944 to Elroy & Winnie Mason in Stockton, Maryland. She spent her early years in Stockton, Maryland. JoAnn met Charles Dale, Sr. at the age of 14. They were united in holy matrimony September 16, 1962. They were blessed with four children: Sherry (Kenneth) Ponzo, Charlette Samuels, Charles Dale, Jr. (Dana), Robyn Dale (Chris)....
Paige R. Johnson
Dec 27, 2018
Paige passed on December 27, 2018. Paige was born on August 27, 1956 in Wilmington, DE to Wilbur Johnson and Deloris LaRue Barrett. Paige was employed as a postal clerk for the U.S. Post Office. Paige leaves to mourn her devoted children and a host of other family and friends.
Loretta Jane "Janie" Briscoe
Dec 19, 2018
Loretta Jane "Janie" Briscoe (of Dover, DE), at age 76 passed away peacefully on December 19, 2018, with her granddaughter by her side in New Castle, DE. Janie was born November 13, 1942 in Kenton, DE and was the daughter of George Thomas "Tommy" Mitchell, Sr and the late Louvinia "Mom Beadie" Mitchell. She graduated from Louis L. Redding High...
Edwardson A. Greene
Dec 18, 2018
Edwardson Greene, better known as Sweets, was born on October 11th, 1941 on the island of Antigua and passed on December 18th 2018 in New York. He was the son of the late Herman and Daisy Greene. He is survived by his wife Yolanda Lewis-Greene; his children, Pernell, and his sons Quintin & Mackenzie, and his wife Krystal; Desiree and...
Eugene B Larkin, Jr.
Dec 12, 2018
Eugene B Larkin, Jr. of Wilmington, DE departed this life peacefully on Wednesday December 12, 2018. Eugene was born on March 31, 1976 in Wilmington, DE to Eugene Bruce Larkin, Sr. and Linda M. Johnson-Larkin. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving fianc MaryAnn Kokoska, his parents Eugene B. Larkin, Sr and Linda Johnson-Larkin, his two devoted daughters Jovinae...
Booker "Gramps" Kimermon
Dec 12, 2018
Booker Kimermon passed on December 12, 2018. Booker was born in Gould, AK to Velma Kimermon and Mary Ingram. Booker was employed with Local 199. Gramps leaves fond memories with his loving family and friends
Oscar Lee Edwards
Dec 10, 2018
Oscar Lee Edwardswas born on June 30, 1938 in Wilson, NC to Mabel and Roscoe Edwards. He passed on Monday, December 10th at Christiana Care in Newark, DE. "Shorty" as he affectionately was known finished his education by the 9th grade. He would then start his life of employment at a very early age. Shorty had a passion for using...
Marcella M. Bullock
Dec 10, 2018
Marcella passed on December 10, 2018. Marcella was born on October 19, 1949 in Wilmington, DE to Jeremiah Bullock and Rebecca Mayhew. Marcella was employed by Garda. Marcella leaves to mourn devoted children Ronald, Lisa and a host of other family and friends.
Sarah E. Chavis
Dec 7, 2018
Sarah passed on December 7, 2018. Sarah was born on June 17, 1937 in Port Deposit, MD to Clarence Bonds and Dorothy LaRue. Sarah leaves to mourn her devoted children, grand children, great grand children and a host of other family and friends.
Richard A. Smith, Jr.
Dec 3, 2018
Richard transitioned on December 3, 2018. Richard was born in Chester, PA to Richard Byrd and Mary Carson Smith on January 1, 1963. Richard worked as a security guard providing public safety. Richard leaves to mourn his devoted wife Karen Smith and a host of other family and friends.
George Roland Rochester
Dec 1, 2018
George Roland Rochester, 81 transitioned this life on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Our Home in the Country II, Worton Maryland. He was born May 30, 1937 in Rock Hall, Maryland to James L Rochester Sr. and Estelle Mary Hawkins Rochester. George, "Pie or Rock" as he was known was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Helen Sheppard...
Darrell C. Gaylord
Nov 29, 2018
Darrell Courtney Gaylord, 60, of Greeneville Tennessee entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at Johnson City Medical Center. Darrell, born December 19, 1957 in Elkton, MD was the son of the late Leaters D. Gaylord Jr. and Lorraine Bernice Fitts. Darrell, affectionately known as Gator, received his education from the Cecil County Public School System. He excelled...
Charles Arthur "Sonny" Bratcher
Nov 27, 2018
Charles Arthur Bratcher, age 60, departed this life at Hillside Center on the evening of Tuesday November 27, 2018. The son of James W. Bratcher Jr. and Lillian M. Bratcher. He was born in Wilmington, DE on April 29, 1958. Young "Sonny" was educated in the Red Clay School District. Attend Wilmington High School. In his 20s he began a...
Maggie J. Tilghman
Nov 27, 2018
Maggie J. Tilghman was born June 28, 1941 to the late John W. James, Sr. and Willie Ann James. Maggie gave her life to the Lord at an early age. Maggie was a member of St. Elmo Baptist Church in Windsor, NC under the leadership of Rev. Williams. She faithfully attended Sunday School and Church. She graduated from W. S....
Mother Ruby L. Wiggins
Nov 26, 2018
Ruby L. Wiggins, age 89, returned to her heavenly home on November 26, 2018 surrounded by her loved ones. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God proved to be an inspiration to all who loved her. Ruby was born to the late Robert L. and Isabell Collins-McRae, in McRae, GA on November 7, 1929. She attended...
William S. Deedon, Jr.
Nov 23, 2018
William S. Deedon passed on November 23, 2018. William was born on August 31, 1938 to Sadie and William Deedon, Sr. William was previously employed by General Motors. William leaves fond memories with his daughter, Dawn Y. Butler; a host of family members and friends.
