Local Obituaries for Families in Smyrna DE, Wilmington DE, and Penns Grove NJ

Mattie Sue Brown

Mattie Sue Brown

Sep 8, 2018

Mattie Sue was born on October 27, 1922, in Person County, North Carolina to John Williams and Emma Gilmore. She and her sister Mary grew up in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. They spent a few of their early years in the "country" with their grandparents after the death of their father, when Mattie Sue was just 2 years old. Mattie...

Vicki Lashone Walker

Vicki Lashone Walker

Sep 6, 2018

Vicki transitioned on September 6, 2018 Vicki was born in Colombus, GA on June 27, 1962 to James Marcellus Stallings and Gloria Lyons. Vicki worked as a child care director. Vicki leaves to cherish her memories, (2) wonderful Sons: Ronald W. Walker, Jr. and Preston (Britney)Walker; a loving Daughter: Jasmin L. Walker; Father: James Stallings, Sr.; Brothers: Terry (Myra) Whittlesey,...

Theresa Ann Harris

Theresa Ann Harris

Sep 1, 2018

Theresa Ann Harris was born on December 10, 1949 to Lorenzo and Evelyn Harris. She transitioned on Saturday, September 1st at home in New Castle, Delaware. Theresa received her education from Mary C.I. Williams, Bancroft and George Gray Schools. She graduated from Job Corps and obtained her GED. Theresa worked as a keypunch operator, Paralegal and Banking Associate for a...

Kevin J. Winn, Sr.

Kevin J. Winn, Sr.

Sep 1, 2018

Kevin transitioned on September 1, 2018. Kevin was born on August 22, 1964 in Lunenburg, VA to Frank Winn, Sr. and Laura Mae Winn Gregory. Kevin worked as a Sanitation tech for the City of Wilmington. Kevin leaves to mourn a host of family and friends.

Johnnie Pearl Ingram

Johnnie Pearl Ingram

Sep 1, 2018

Ms. Ingram transitioned on September 1, 2018. Johnnie was born on March 8, 1940 in Selma, Alabama to Venson and Connie Dennis. Johnnie worked as an adminstrative assistant. Johnnie leaves to mourn her children and a host of other family and friends.

Francis A. Thomas

Francis A. Thomas

Aug 29, 2018

Francis transitioned on August 29, 2018. Francis was born on June 9, 1941 in Washington, DC to Thomas Hill and Margaret Thomas Johnson. Francis worked as a parts supplier for Wilco Auto Supplies. Francis was a big fan of antique cars. Francis leaves to mourn his devoted children and a host of other family and friends.

Mother Addie Lee Mccants

Mother Addie Lee Mccants

Aug 26, 2018

Addie Lee Cooper McCants peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 26, 2018. She was surrounded by her loving children. Addie, affectionately known as Mother McCants, Aunt Addie, Cousin Addie, Grandmom and last but not least, Mom, was born in Hemingway, South Carolina on February 11, 1918. At the young age of 5, she accepted the...

Lionel Benson

Lionel Benson

Aug 24, 2018

Lionel passed on August 24, 2018. Lionel is the son of the late Muhammad Ali and Brenda Atkins.

Michelle Antonette "Stay Scheming" Newkirk

Michelle Antonette "Stay Scheming" Newkirk

Aug 21, 2018

Journey of Michelle Antonette Newkirk Michelle Antonette Newkirk was born on March 27, 1992, in Newark, NJ to Michael Newkirk, Sr. and Ernestine Goggins. She was called home to be with the Lord on August 21, 2018 in Newark, NJ Michelle received her early education in East Orange Public Schools. while very young, Ernestine(mother), relocated to Delaware where she was...

Lyle Pierce

Lyle Pierce

Aug 17, 2018

Lyle transitioned on August 17, 2018. Lyle was born on September 23, 1962 in Patterson, NJ to Lawrence Paul Pierce and Alverna Pierce. Lyle worked as a self employed contractor and construction worker. Lyle leaves a host of family and friends.

Samantha C Brittingham

Samantha C Brittingham

Aug 14, 2018

Samantha C. Brittingham was born April 15, 1966, to the late Charlotte Brittingham and Douglas E. King. Samantha departed this life on August 14, 2018 at her residence in Wilmington, DE. Samantha was a graduate of Glasgow High School. She was a daycare owner, a great cook, loved poetry. She was a great mom. Some of Samantha's favorite past times...

Marshall Edward "Flash" Smith

Marshall Edward "Flash" Smith

Aug 11, 2018

Flash transitioned on August 11, 2018. Flash was born on June 13, 1956 in Somers Point, NJ to Charles Edward Smith and Barbara Elene Smith. Flash served in the Air Force. Flash worked as a casino manager. Flash leaves to mourn his devoted children and a host of other family and friends.

Michael Lee Kent

Michael Lee Kent

Aug 11, 2018

Michael transitioned on August 11, 2018. Michael was born on December 20, 1964 in Oxford, PA to Clement Earl KEnt, JR. and Janet Lee Kent. Michael worked as a truck driver for Schiber trucking company. Michael leaves his devoted wife Lynette and other family and friends.

Dwayne "Dj" Davis

Dwayne "Dj" Davis

Aug 10, 2018

Dj transitioned on August 10, 2018. Dj was born in Wilmington, DE on February 14, 1981 to Dwayne Bateman and Darlene A. Bateman. Dj worked as a fork lift operator. Dj leaves to mourn his devoted wife Jasmin Davis and a host of other family and friends.

Denise Joyce Hampton

Denise Joyce Hampton

Aug 7, 2018

Denise Joyce Hampton born September 29, 1958 to the late Henry and Hattie Mae Hampton. Denise departed this life on August 7, 2018 at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware in the presence of her daughter Chardon. Denise was a graduate of Wilmington High School. Denise was preceded in death by her siblings, James, Larry,Kevin, Ralph Hampton, Marie Williams and...

Shawnyetta Ushery - Howard

Shawnyetta Ushery - Howard

Aug 4, 2018

Shawnyetta transitioned on August 4, 2018. Shawnyetta was born on April 30, 1980 in Wilmington, De to Calvin L Ushery, SR. and Vanessa Miller Ushery. Shawnyetta worked in the healthcare fields as a nurse. Shawnyetta leaves her loving mother and a host of other family and friends.

Ty'Mire S. "Block" Selby

Ty'Mire S. "Block" Selby

Aug 3, 2018

Ty-mire transitioned on August 3, 2018. Ty-mire was born on July 2, 2006 in Newark, DE to Shannon Selby and Natasha Brown. Ty-mire was headed to the 6th grade and attended New Castle elementary school. Ty-mire was a Philadelphia Eagles fan and was known for selling his bottle of waters on Governor Printz with his siblings and friends. Ty-mire leaves...

Brenda Joyce Cubbage

Brenda Joyce Cubbage

Jul 27, 2018

Brenda transitioned on July 27, 2018. Brenda was born on August 31, 1947 in West Chester, PA to William Cubbage and Barbara Ann Sutton. Brenda leaves to cherish her beloved children and a host of other family and friends.

Austin E. Waters, Sr.

Austin E. Waters, Sr.

Jul 26, 2018

Austin E. Waters, Sr. son of the late Alfred and Loleta Waters was born on August 7, 1937 in Middletown, Delaware. He departed this life on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at Seasons Hospice in Christiana Hospital. Austin received his education at Louis L. Redding School in Middletown, Delaware. He joined the United States Army after leaving school. He worked for...

John Taylor

John Taylor

Jul 25, 2018

John transitioned on July 25, 2018. John was born on December 1, 1944 in Wilmington, DE to Rayfield Taylor and Annie Eliza Taylor. John worked in I.T. John also served in the Army. John leaves to mourn his devoted wife Geraldine Taylor, children and other family and friends.

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