Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ
Aliyah Ahvi Nelson
Jul 4, 2024
Aliyah Ahvi Nelson, second child of Alonzo Nelson, and Lariyah Hawkins
was born on October 12, 2023. She departed this life on July 4, 2024, at St.
Christopher Hospital for Children.
Aliyah was a happy baby girl. She loved her big brother Dante. Aliyah was
affectionately known as “Li-Li”. She attended Little Steps Daycare. Li-Li
loved to watch Gracie’s Corner, clapping her hands and eating...
Stephen Edward Wickes, Sr.
Jul 1, 2024
Our beloved Stephen Edward Wickes was born in Chestertown, Maryland on May 30, 1964 to
Brenda and the late Walter Edward Wickes, Jr. Stephen passed away peacefully on July 1, 2024
surrounded by his loving family.
Stephen graduated from Delcastle Technical High School, Wilmington, DE in 1982. During his
high school years, he was a master in Culinary Arts and excelled in football where...
Ryne Virgil "Hoss" Martin
Jun 15, 2024
Ryne Virgil Martin, age 65 transitioned to his final resting place on Saturday, June 15 th , 2024, surrounded by his loving family at Christiana Hospital. Ryne was born on July 18, 1958, to Bernis and Grace Martin. Ryne was the 4 th of 5 children.
Ryne began his educational journey at George Gray Elementary School, followed by Warner Elementary School,...
Shameeka Mayo
Jun 6, 2024
Shameeka Lorraine Mayo (affectionately known as Mookie) aged 32, was born August 15, 1991 in Wilmington, Delaware to Terrence J. Taylor and Malika Mayo. She departed this Life suddenly on June 06, 2024 in the St Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware
Shameeka received her early education in the Wilmington Public School System and graduated from McKean High School class of 2009....
Ludell Downing (Gray)
Jun 1, 2024
Ludell C. Downing (Gray) was born on June 12, 1944, in Johnsonville, South Carolina to Edward Eaddy and Bernice Tilghman. She passed on Saturday June 1, 2024 at home in Wilmington, Delaware.
Ludell received her early childhood education from Pyle Elementary and Bancroft Middle schools. She graduated from Howard High School. After school, she worked for Avon Products, USA Training Academy,...
Jashown Banner-Wisher
Jun 1, 2024
JaShown Isaiah Banner-Wisher entered eternal rest on June 1, 2024 at the tender age of 13 years old in Nemours Children's Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware. JaShown was born on January 13, 2011 at Christiana Care Hospital in Newark, DE to Shaylynn Wedderburn (Banner) and Joshua Potts. JaShown was educated in public schools of Wilmington, DE. He graduated kindergarten in 2017...
Bruce Lamont Bennefield
May 20, 2024
Full obituary will be forthcoming
On behalf of the Bennefield family they wish to thank you for your prayers and support during this difficult time.
Bruce was loved by many and if your able to assist the family with any financial contributions and donations please send to House of Wright Mortuary.
Again, thank you on behalf of the Bennefield family.
Reginald M. Boney Sr.
May 20, 2024
Reginald Boney affectionately known as "Reg or Reggie or Boney", age 66 departed this life on May 20, 2024 in Wilmington, Delaware. He was born in Rosehill, North Carolina on November 17, 1957 to Barbara Boney and Robert Boney-deceased.
He received his early education in the public school at PS Dupont in Wilmington, Delaware. After attending PS Dupont, in 1975 he...
Yazmyn Stewart
May 14, 2024
Yazmyn Monea Sheniah Stewart, 23 of Wilmington, DE, our most beloved daughter,
sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend, passed away suddenly on May 14, 2024. She
was born in Newark, Delaware to Kimwanna Stewart and Marlin “South” Chapman.
Yazmyn attended schools in the Wilmington Public School system, and later
completed the workforce program called the Challenge Program. She enjoyed
dancing, playing cards, and rapping with...
