Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ
Stephen James Michael Kowalski
Jul 24, 2023
On Monday July 24, 2023, our beloved Stephen James Michael Kowalski, better known as “Steve Drive,” departed this life. He was born on December 29, 1995, in Newark, DE to Brandi Hite and the late Stephen (Big Steve) Kowalski.
In June 2013 he graduated from Glasgow High School where he excelled in Varsity football as a quarterback, running back, and defensive...
Oaklyn Cardell Crumpler, Jr.
Jul 23, 2023
Oaklyn Cardell Crumpler Jr. was born on February 14, 1972 in Wilmington, Delaware to Oaklyn Crumpler Sr. and Tanya Crumpler. Affectionately known as “Little O” and/or “Oak” he transitioned from this life on July 23, 2023 surrounded by family and close friends.
Oak attended and graduated from John Dickinson High School in 1991, where he played and excelled in varsity football...
Wendell Saunders
Jul 20, 2023
Wendell Saunders Sr. was born on October 31, 1948 in Gates, NC to the late Charlie
and Liller Vaughn Saunders. He departed this life on Thursday, July 20, 2023.
Wendell “Pops” graduated from Central High School in the class of 1968 in Gates,
NC. Pops worked over 35 years at Tecot/Rumsey Electric in Wilmington, DE, New
Castle, DE and Conshohocken, PA.
Pops was an advocate...
Gloria M. Cherry
Jul 15, 2023
Gloria Mae Dash was born August 24 th 1938 in Philadelphia PA to the late Samuel
and Alice Dash. She transitioned to be with the King on July 15th , 2023 at home in
Middletown DE. She was the 8th of 10 children. She’s preceded in death by her
Siblings: Rosalie, David, Bertha, James, Samuel and Beverly / Sister-in-Laws:
Shirley, Irene, Etta, Esterrine, Doris,...
Tiburcio Acevedo Torres, Jr.
Jul 15, 2023
Tiburcio Acevedo Torres, Jr.
To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heavens.
A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant and a time to pluck up
that which is planted.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-2
Great and powerful is the god of our hope and salvation and, in His infinite
wisdom, The Creator called Tiburcio Acevedo...
Glenn Eric Waters
Jul 12, 2023
Glenn Eric Waters was born on September 11, 1957 in Wilmington, Delaware to Alonzo and Addie Waters. He passed on July 12, 2023 at Christiana Hospital in Newark, Delaware
Glenn received his early education from the Appoquinimink school district in Middletown De. He graduated from Middletown High School. After school he worked at Stauffer Chemical- Formosa Plastics for 28 years as...
Anthony Rex Wilson
Jul 11, 2023
Anthony Rex Wilson was born March 6, 1961 in Wilmington, Del. to Violese Wilson Brown
and Arthur "Skinny" Wilson. Anthony passed away on Tuesday July 11, 2023. At the
Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington, Del. After a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded
by his loving family who will continue to honor his legacy by living their lives to the fullest.
Anthony received his early education...
Bernette Rachelle Lewis
Jul 8, 2023
A full obituary will be forthcoming.
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Bernadine Bright
Jun 24, 2023
Bernadine Noblin Bright was the second oldest of six children born to the late Mrs. Georgianna Chavious
Noblin and the late Walter Noblin on May 13, 1931, in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Bernadine and her family attended the First Baptist Church of Stratford, Connecticut initially under the
pastorate of Rev. Lomax and later under the pastorate of Rev. W.O. Johnson. Bernadine was baptized at
First Baptist...
Mother Nannie M. Wilkerson
Jun 20, 2023
Born July 7, 1932 was called home to meet the Lord on June 20, 2023.
Born in Meherrin, Virginia, she was the oldest girl of eight siblings, which all preceded her in death: James Williams, Roselle Medley, Florence Johnson, Sarah Johnson, Marvin Williams, Joseph Williams and Shirley Monroe.
She leaves to cherish her memory daughters Diane McGruder, Constance Davis, sons Lionell Davis...
Helen Moore
Jun 19, 2023
Helen Leggett Moore was born on June 21,1948, in Maxton, North Carolina to Slathy James Sr. and Minnie D. Leggett. She departed this life on June 19, 2023 in Wilmington, Delaware after a long and hard fight.
Helen received her early childhood education from Number Seven Elementary School, Maxtom, North Carolina. In 1966 Helen graduated from R. B. Dean High School...
Cheryl A. Walker-White
Jun 17, 2023
Cheryl White, of Wilmington, Delaware passed away on June 17, 2023 surrounded by her family. Cheryl was born on August 6, 1961 to the late Gloria Walker and Willie Walker in Wilmington, Delaware. She graduated from Howard High School of Technology in 1979. While living in Okinawa, Japan between 1983 and 1984, she attended Central Texas College.
She would...
Garry Woodly
Jun 10, 2023
Garry Woodly was born on November 15, 1973, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Edward Woodly, Jr. and the late Anne Birch. It is with great sorrow that the family announces his passing away. He went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland at the age of...
