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