Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ
Christine D. Spencer-DuBose
Mar 6, 2025
Christine Delores Spencer, daughter of the late Dorothy Christine and James Leroy Spencer, was born on August 31, 1951, in Wilmington, Delaware. She received her early education in the public schools of Wilmington and graduated from DeLaWarr High School in 1969. She went on to further her education, graduating from the Nursing School of Wilmington in 1982. She worked for...
Donna Maria Jones
Mar 5, 2025
Elder Donna Maria Jones, daughter of the late Elder Jerusha Lee Jones and the late Naomi Elizabeth Jones, was born on October 5, 1967, in Wilmington, Delaware. She departed this life on March 5, 2025, in Baltimore, Maryland.
Elder Donna’s early education began at St. Patrick’s School and continued at St. Mark’s High School, where she earned her high school diploma....
Delores Ann Hinson
Mar 2, 2025
Delores Ann Hinson, lovingly known as “Lorse,” was born on July 10, 1947, in Wilmington, Delaware. A trailblazer in every sense, she embodied strength, resilience, and unwavering faith. As the eldest daughter of Isaac Hinson and Cora E. Hinson- Munson, Lorse learned early on the value of independence and perseverance.
She received her early education at Bancroft High School and later...
William Alfred Brown
Mar 2, 2025
We gather to honor and remember the extraordinary life of William "Brownie" Brown, who peacefully entered eternal rest on March 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with a long illness. Born in Twin Oaks, Pennsylvania, William was a resilient and dedicated man whose profound impact touched the lives of many.
William was a dedicated family man...
Alicia Rosemary Tillery
Mar 1, 2025
Alicia Rosemary Cleveland- Tillery was born July 31,1980 in Chester, PA, to Rosemary Legette and Grover Cleveland Sr. She passed on March 1,2025.
"Lil Rosie" as she was affectionately known received her early childhood education from Faith Temple Christian School. She attended Mount Pleasant High School in Claymont, Delaware where she was Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps( JROTC) . After high...
Chester Pettit III
Feb 27, 2025
Brother Chester Pettit was born on August 30,1956 in Newark City, NJ to the late Chester Pettit Jr. and the late Luellen Pettit. At the age of sixty-eight, Brother Chester was called to take his rest on February 27, 2025.
Affectionately known as “Chuckie,” Chester began his education in Accomack County Public School System, and later graduated from high school in...
William A. Smack
Feb 24, 2025
William Smack, born on March 26, 1951, in lower Delaware. He departed this life on February 24, 2025, in Newark, Delaware at Christiana Hospital at the age of 73. Willie brought so much love and laughter into the lives of everyone around him. He had a vibrant personality and a memory that was sharp as a tack (he would always...
Trente A. Womack
Feb 16, 2025
Trente Alexander Womack son of the late Alfred and Marry Louise Womack was born February 24, 1963. He departed this life suddenly on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
Trente received his early childhood education and then he faced some medical challenges in his life, but God brought him threw. Trent gave his life to Christ under the leadership of Pastor Elder Deriffy....
Deborah C. Simmons
Feb 10, 2025
Deborah Simmons, affectionately known as Deb/Debbie was born in Engelhard, North Carolina on August 23, 1956. She departed this life on February 10, 2025.
She received her early childhood education in Engelhard, North Carolina before relocating to Wilmington, Delaware as a teen. She worked for many years in the hospitality industry. A career she truly enjoyed.
Her radiant smile lit up a...
Lillie J. Miller
Feb 9, 2025
Lillie Jane Miller was born on May 31, 1941 to Mary McClamy and Anderson Hansley, in Rocky Point, NC.
Lillie entered into eternal rest on February 9, 2025 surrounded by family in Concord, NC. Lillie attended public schools in Pender County, NC. She was later adopted by Albert James Southerland and Maggie Southerland.
Lillie would later marry Edward Underwood Miller and move...
William Alfonzo Bryan
Feb 7, 2025
William A. Bryan, affectionately known as Billy, was born on December 7, 1967, in Wilmington, Delaware to Eartha (Barbara) Bryan and the late William A. Bryan. He passed away at home in Hockessin, Delaware, on February 7, 2025.
Billy received his early childhood education at Douglas Elementary School and later graduated from Post 21. Billy participated in the Special Olympics for...
Constance U. Locke
Feb 7, 2025
Constance U. Locke, affectionately known as Connie, was born on June 4, 1948, in Farmville, Virginia (Prince Edward County), to Gladys Marie Price and William Lee. She peacefully passed away on February 7, 2025, at 11:22 p.m. at Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware.
Connie’s early education was interrupted by segregation, which led her to take on the role of homemaker for...
