Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ
Howard L. Jones
Dec 6, 2025
Howard L. Jones — A Life Built with His Hands and His Heart
Howard L. Jones entered the world on January 25, 1950, in Aliceville, Alabama, born to the late
Mattie B. Jones and Oliver Jones, and born into a legacy of dignity, faith, and hard work that
would shape every chapter of his life. He passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025,...
Jaye Elaine Pollard
Dec 10, 2025
With profound sorrow and deep love, we announce the passing of Jaye Elaine
Pollard, affectionately known as “J Polo,” who was born on June 27, 1996 and
departed this life on December 10, 2025.
Jaye was born in Salem, NJ, and raised in Penns Grove, NJ where she attended the
Penns Grove School District. She was saved at an early age and became a...
James Henry Fowlkes
Dec 1, 2025
James Henry Fowlkes was born on January 28, 1935, in Keysville, Virginia to the late Louise and Rufus Fowlkes. He peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home on December 1, 2025, surrounded by family in Bear, Delaware.
James received his education in the Charlotte County public school system before relocating to West Chester, Pennsylvania, where he met and married...
Minister Ernestine A. Jackson
Nov 28, 2025
Ernestine A. Woodard was born December 15, 1937. She rode the sweet chariot that carried
her home on Friday, November 28, 2025.
Ernestine will join her parents, Mary Heady Woodard, and Walter C. Woodard, her husband
Clarence Jackson, her sister, Marie Lewis, grandchildren, Jermaine Kelson, Cameron Hamlin,
and Sharonda “Doll” Hamlin, daughter in law, Carolyn Hamlin, Sons in law, Jerome Avon
Benson, and John Jones...
Terry Lamar Penn
Nov 26, 2025
Terry Lamar Penn was born on April 10, 1955, in Rome, Georgia to the late Hughdon Penn, Sr. and Betty Penn. Terry departed this life on November 26, 2025, at the age of 70, surrounded by his loving family.
Terry affectionately known as “T”, received his early education in the Floyd County Schools. He later graduated from Wilmington High School in...
Mother Ernestine K. White
Nov 24, 2025
Mother Ernestine Katherine Roberts White, a beloved pillar of faith, family, and community, transitioned peacefully from labor to reward on Monday, November 24, 2025 in Wilmington, Delaware; leaving behind a legacy woven with love, service, and unwavering devotion to God. A remarkable woman of grace and power, she embodied the scriptures she lived by each day.
Born on October 2, 1942...
Cleve Albert Wright, Sr.
Nov 23, 2025
Cleve Albert Wright Sr., the beloved son of the late Queen Ushery and Willie Wright Sr., was born in Wilmington, Delaware, on May 7, 1980. He departed this life on November 23, 2025, in Wilmington, Delaware.
Cleve received his early education through the Wilmington, Delaware Public School System. He was a Direct Support Professional with Connections CSP, Inc., where he faithfully...
Shane Armond Money
Nov 22, 2025
Life Journey of Shane Money
Shane Money, 55, of Woolwich Twp, NJ, passed away November 22, 2025, at Inspira Hospital, Vineland NJ. He was born on January 27, 1970, in Woolwich Twp NJ to Lewis Money Sr. and Brenda Jiles Money. Shane grew up attending Walter Hill School and graduated from Kingsway High School in 1988. He also graduated from Pennco...
Anthony James Robinson
Nov 19, 2025
Anthony James Robinson, born April 14, 1977, entered eternal rest on November 19, 2025, at the age of 48. He was born to his biological parents, Darlene Corsey and Fred D. Robinson, and was lovingly raised by his aunt, Corrina (Terrell) Gardner, and her husband, Elwood “Billy” Gardner, whom he called Mom and Dad. Though Corrina and Billy preceded him...
Eugene C. Dunning Jr.
Nov 17, 2025
Eugene was Born on September 22, 1957, to Willa Mae Dunning and the late Eugene C. Dunning Sr. in Wilmington, Delaware. Eugene received his early education in Wilmington public schools and graduated from P.S. DuPont High School, class of 77’. Eugene was a courageous man serving 3 years in the National Guard of the United States. He had the opportunity...
Shirley Ann Todd
Nov 16, 2025
Shirley Ann Todd was born on Monday, October 27, 1947 to the late Joseph and Alice Todd in Burkeville, Virginia where she was raised and graduated from Luther H. Foster High School in 1966.
At an early age, Shirley gave her life to Christ while attending Gravel Hill Baptist Church in Jetersville, Virginia, under the leadership of Reverend Benjamin Agnew where...
Matthew Derek Holden
Nov 14, 2025
Matthew Derek Holden, age 39, passed away on November 14th in Newark, Delaware. He was born on March 21, 1986, in Wilmington, Delaware, to Dorthea (Holden) Alston and Michael Boykin.
Matt grew up in Wilmington and received his education through the Wilmington public school system, proudly graduating from Concord High School. At just 14, Matt began his working life at the...
Elsie Coston
Nov 7, 2025
Elsie (Martin) Coston was born on January 19th 1939, in Kingstown, the capital city of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, located in the eastern Caribbean. In May 2021, she was diagnosed with dementia. Her condition subsequently deteriorated, and she passed away at 11AM on Friday November 7th, 2025 while receiving hospice care at Christiana Hospital, in Newark Delaware. She was...
