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

Jerome R. "Fudgie" Campbell

Jerome R. "Fudgie" Campbell

Aug 21, 2025

Jerome R. Campbell, affectionately known as “Fudgie,” was born on December 18, 1950, in Middletown, Delaware, to the late Robert and Shirley M. Campbell. A proud graduate of De La Warr High School, Class of 1968, Jerome was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, and friend to many.

On August 21, 2025, Jerome’s passing came suddenly and unexpectedly, touching...

Rebecca V. Butler

Rebecca V. Butler

Aug 10, 2025

Rebecca V. Butler, a devoted mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, was born to Edith Rhoadas and Raymond Pettyjohn on May 22, 1935, in Milford, Delaware, and peacefully passed away on August 10, 2025, in New Castle, Delaware.



Educated at Benjamin Banneker in Milford, Rebecca was known for her sweet spirit, warm heart, and unwavering devotion to her family. She worked tirelessly...

Sherita Jackson

Sherita Jackson

Aug 10, 2025

Sherita Janeen Jackson was born on March 15, 1978, in Wilmington, Delaware, to the parents of Larry Jackson and Paulette Jackson. Sherita passed on August 10, 2025, at her home in Wilmington, Delaware. 

Sherita, also known as "Reet Reet," graduated from Dickerson High School and attended Cobbs Elementary and Gauger Middle School. Sherita was blessed to have and raise three sons...

Sharon M. Williams

Sharon M. Williams

Aug 10, 2025

Sharon Marie Campbell was born on August 12, 1955, in Kings County Hospital, Brooklyn, NY, to the parents of Samuel Campbell, Jr. and Ernestine Campbell.

Sharon passed on August 10, 2025, in Chadds Ford, PA. Sharon better known as “ShaSha”, graduated from Thomas Jefferson H.S. and attended Hunter College for Nursing. Sharon met her future husband Robert Lee Williams at Hunter...

Alma Kathleen Harris

Alma Kathleen Harris

Aug 9, 2025

Alma Kathleen Harris (1943–2025)

A mother’s heart is a patchwork of Love – Unknown

Alma Kathleen Harris was born on March 11, 1943, in Philadelphia, PA to Alberta Ruff. She passed away on August 9, 2025, at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware.

Alma, affectionately known by family and friends, as Sweetie Pie, received her education in the Ardmore School District, and graduated from...

Randolph Holmes

Randolph Holmes

Aug 5, 2025

Randolph Holmes was born on March 4, 1968, to Jennie Holmes in Newark, New Jersey, and departed this life on August 5, 2025, at home.

Randolph, also known as Randy or Stimmey to immediate family and friends, left Newark, New Jersey in his teens and travelled to Penns Grove New Jersey with his family. Randy matriculated through Salem County New Jersey...

Leroy Downey

Leroy Downey

Aug 3, 2025

Following a lengthy illness, Leroy Downey, 77, son of the late Florine Woods, departed this life into peaceful rest on Sunday, August 3, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife, Valicia “Laverne” Downey.

Leroy was born on December 8, 1947, in Richmond, Virginia, and attended Richmond Public Schools. Once of age, he started working for the Philip Morris Company...

Henry Ford White, Sr.

Henry Ford White, Sr.

Jul 28, 2025

It is with profound sadness that the White and Sambola families announce the homegoing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and cousin, Mr. Henry Ford White Sr. who transitioned to be with the Lord on Monday July 28, 2025, at his home in Delaware, USA.

Henry Ford White was born in Robertsport, Grand Cape Mount County, Liberia...

Maureen N. Allen

Maureen N. Allen

Jul 26, 2025

November 14, 1933 – July 26, 2025

Maureen Allen, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the age of 91.

Born on November 14, 1933, in Kingston, Jamaica, Maureen was the second daughter of Miriam and Alvin Fairclough. She was one of six children and her father, who had a profound influence...

Charles L. Taylor

Charles L. Taylor

Jul 22, 2025

Charles Larry Taylor, affectionately known as “Chopper,” was born on November 25, 1955, to Charles Larry Ross and Christine A. Taylor at the Old Wilmington General Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware. He departed this life suddenly on July 22, 2025, at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware.

Chopper received his early education at Stubbs Elementary School and proudly graduated from P.S. Dupont High...

Norman S. Wilkerson

Norman S. Wilkerson

Jul 22, 2025

Norman S. Wilkerson was born on November 4, 1946, in Wilmington, Delaware, to the late William and Marion Wilkerson. He peacefully gained his wings at home on July 22, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

Norman received his education in the Wilmington Public School System and graduated from Howard High School. After school he worked in a factory before becoming a truck...

Keturah Ivory Pelt

Keturah Ivory Pelt

Jul 21, 2025

Her Life, His Glory

Keturah Ivory Pelt was born on April 8, 2002 at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD to Eric and Wanda Pelt. From the moment she arrived, Keturah was our precious angel on earth, a radiant light to all who met her. On July 21, 2025 Keturah peacefully transitioned into the arms of our Heavenly Father surrounded by...

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