Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ
James H. Watts, Sr.
Feb 15, 2019
James Watts is the only son of Norman and Virginia "Janie" Watts who preceded him in death. James has three sisters, Bernice Fogg, Elizabeth Southerland and Lisa Bailey and was born in Parksley, Virginia on March11, 1947. On Friday morning, February 15, 2019 James passed quietly at home after smiling at his wife, Brenda when she assured him she would...
Mary Elizabeth Covington
Feb 12, 2019
Mary Elizabeth Covington, born April 10, 1957 to the late Ella Belle Covington and Willie Reeder. She was the second of three children. Mary developed a lifelong love of family and appreciation for hard work. Her family was her major focus and the time she spent with her loved ones gave her a sense of happiness that lasted throughout her...
Lamont Henry Coker, Jr.
Feb 12, 2019
Lamont passed on February 12, 2019. Lamont was born on February 1, 1961 in Philadelphia, PA to Lamont Henry Coker, Sr. and Victoria Thomas. Lamont was a Communications Senior Technician. Lamont leaves to mourn his devoted wife Debra and a host of other family and friends.
William D. "Sam" Penn, Sr.
Feb 11, 2019
William was born on May 31, 1954 in Rome, Georgia to the Betty A. Penn and late Hughdon Penn, Sr. He departed this life on February 11, 2019 with his family by his side. William was affectionately known as Donnell or Sam. He received his early education in Floyd County, Georgia and attended Wilmington High School. William later began working...
Cecil L. Edwards
Feb 10, 2019
Cecil passed on February 10, 2019. Cecil was born on October 10, 1946 in Enfield, NC to Joe Edwards and Lillie Mae Lynch. Cecil was a member of the Local 1694. Cecil leaves to mourn his devoted children and a host of other family and friends.
Anna Mae French
Feb 4, 2019
Anna Mae was born in Buttonwood, New Castle, Delaware on October 13, 1923. Her parents were Harrison and Matilda Thurston. She transitioned on Monday, February 4, 2019, at 11:30 am, in her home here in Dunleith. Anna Mae received her early childhood education in a one room schoolhouse in Buttonwood, where she developed a love for reading. She was raised...
Stacia W. S. Thomas
Feb 1, 2019
Stacia W. S. Thomas was born August 16, 1983 in Wilmington, DE. She is the daughter of the late Eileen M. Thomas and Raymond W. Pettyjohn. Stacia departed this life on Friday, February 1, 2019. Stacia received her early education in Newark Public Schools and graduated from Delcastle Technical High School in 2001. After graduating she continued her education at...
Michelle A. Mayo
Jan 28, 2019
Michelle Mayo passed on January 28, 2019. Michelle was born on February 15, 1961 to John Mayo ansd Annie Ruth Carter. Michelle leaves to mourn her devoted and loving family and a host of others and friends.
Kae'Leah Ashley-Davis
Jan 27, 2019
Kae'Leah Jah'nae Ashley- Davis passed on January 27, 2019. Baby Kae'Leah was born on October 13, 2018 to Richard Davis and Ladaisha Johnson - Ashley. Baby Kae'Leah leaves to mourn her devoted and loving parents and a host of other and friends.
Delores Gracie Lolley-Watt
Jan 27, 2019
Delores Gracie Lolley-Watt was born in Wilmington, DE to Raymond Lolley and Gracie Lolley. Delores was a faithful member and usher of Latter Day Baptist Church. Delores leaves fond memories with her children, grandchildren, other relatives, church family and friends.
Floyd Collins
Jan 27, 2019
Floyd was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to parents Cornelius R. Collins and Ruth Jones-Collins on June 15, 1940. He received his early education in Philadelphia and later in Wilmington public schools after his parents relocated to Delaware. Floyd was a studious student who loved science. From his youth well into adulthood, he was small in stature, but a Giant in...
Linda Louise Bey
Jan 26, 2019
Linda Louise Taylor-Bey was born in Roanoke, Virginia on May 2, 1948. She was one of the twin daughters (Linda & Brenda) of Norman and Ella Mae Taylor. On Saturday, January 26th 2019, Almighty GOD, in his infinite wisdom, mercy and grace called Linda home. Linda moved to Delaware at age 3 and was educated in the Wilmington Public School...
Karen Barnes
Jan 26, 2019
Karen was born on August 12, 1960 to Thomas Jenkins and Beverly Cooper in Wilmington, DE. Karen was formerly employed with Walgreens as a pharmacist. Karen leaves fond memories with her husband Linford Barnes, siblings, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Linda R. Cotton
Jan 24, 2019
Linda Roberta Cotton was born on February 26, 1956 to Lillian Handy Cotton & Charles L. Cotton, Sr. On the morning of January 24, 2019, God called Linda into eternal rest at her residence in Chester, Pennsylvania. Linda was the 3rd born of 7 siblings. Linda was educated in the Somerset County Public School System and graduated from Washington High...
Larry Lee
Jan 22, 2019
Larry was born on January 4, 1979 to Deborah Lee and Lawrence Mowbray in Wilmington, DE. Larry was formerly employed with Davies Tree Service. Larry leaves fond memories with his sons, parents, siblings, other relatives and friends.
Bishop Joseph N. Brown, Jr.
Jan 21, 2019
Bishop Joseph Nathaniel Brown, Jr. (Junie, Horsey) son of the late Anna Pathenia Brown and Joseph Nathaniel Brown, Sr. was born May 31, 1932, in Cheraw, SC. He departed this life on Monday, January 21, 2019, in the comfort of his home. Joseph received his early education in the Wilmington Public Schools and was a graduate of Howard High School's...
Gerad Porell Adams
Jan 21, 2019
As the shadows of the evening spread across the sky, Gerad, our son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend departed this life. Gerad Porell Adams, was the second son born to Angie A. Demby and Gary P. Adams, Sr. on February 3, 1998 in Georgetown, South Carolina. Gerad received his early education in the Smyrna School District in Smyrna, Delaware....
Clinton D. Wilkins
Jan 21, 2019
Clinton was born on May 18, 1933 to Joseph and Minnie Wilkins. Clinton was formerly employed as a truck driver for ABF Freight and a dedicated member of Teamsters Local 312. Clinton leaves fond memories with his wife Louise Wilkins, children, grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Paul D. Purnell, Jr.
Jan 21, 2019
Paul D. Purnell, Jr. was born on September 10, 1981 at Wilmington General Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware to Paul D. Purnell Sr. and Edna L. Davis. He peacefully transitioned from his earthly home to eternal life in heaven on Monday, January 21, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware. Paul or Paul-Paul as he was so affectionately called, attended...
Martin R Warren
Jan 19, 2019
Martin R. Warren was born Kenton, DE to Henrietta and Armstead Mead. Martin retired from Chrysler Corporation. He was a New England Patriots fan. Martin is survived by his wife Emily, children, a host of other relatives and friends.
