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

James Jevon "Smooth" Smith

James Jevon "Smooth" Smith

Nov 4, 2017

James passed on November 4, 2017. Smooth was born on July 10, 1978 in Wilmington, DE to David L. Smith, Sr. and Vanessa White - Smith. James will be missed by all.

Russell Mccann

Russell Mccann

Nov 2, 2017

Russell passed on November 2, 2017. Russell was born on June 30, 1938. Russell will be missed by his long time companion Mary Griffin and a host of other family and friends.

Dorothea Emory

Dorothea Emory

Nov 2, 2017

We the Wright family and House Of Wright staff wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Dorothea Emory. Dorothea transitioned on November 2, 2017. Dorothea served in the Army. Our prayers are with the Emory family during this difficult time. May the memories you cherish add hope and a brighter future to the Emory family. Please sign...

Joseph Moore, Sr.

Joseph Moore, Sr.

Nov 2, 2017

Joseph passed on November 2, 2017. Joseph was born on July 14, 1924 in Burke County, GA to Charlie and Mozelle Moore. Joseph served in the Navy. Joseph will be missed by his children and a host of other family and friends.

Sara L. Stribling

Sara L. Stribling

Nov 1, 2017

Sara L. Stribling, affectionately known as Mama Sara, departed this life November 1, 2017 at her home in Newark, DE. She was preceded in death by her husband, A.D. Stribling, and son, Darrell D. Haywood. She leaves to cherish her memory, son, Walter L. Haywood Jr. (Constance), daughters: Deborah D. Scott, Tamma R. Haywood, Lisha L. Purnell (Raymond), and Juliet...

Donald Jerome Jackson

Donald Jerome Jackson

Oct 31, 2017

Donald passed on October 31, 2017. Donald was born on July 16, 1967 in Atlantic City, NJ to Joseph and Janice Jackson Donald worked in the automotive industry. Donald will be missed by all.

Emilie D. "Leopard Diva" Jackson

Emilie D. "Leopard Diva" Jackson

Oct 30, 2017

Emilie passed on October 30, 2017. Emilie was born on August 8, 1953 in Wilmington, DE to Leon Daniels, Sr. and Betty "Thomas" Burley. Emilie was employed as a bank teller. Emilie will be missed by her children and a host of other family and friends.

Vanessa Carmen Stewart

Vanessa Carmen Stewart

Oct 30, 2017

"I Can Do All Things through Christ Who Strengthens Me" Philippians 4:13 Vanessa Stewart affectionately known as "Carmen" went home to be with the Lord on Monday October 30, 2017 at the age of 60. Vanessa was born on August 7, 1957 in Wilmington, Delaware to the late Albert A. Stewart Sr. and Beulah E. Stewart. Vanessa is preceded in...

Elzy M "Buddy" Russ

Elzy M "Buddy" Russ

Oct 27, 2017

Elzy M. "Buddy" Russ was born on March 17, 1931 in Wilmington, Delaware to Eva Melbourne Russ and Elzy Russ. He passed on Friday, October 27, 2017 at home. Elzy "Buddy" received his early childhood education from Catholic and Wilmington Public Schools. After school, he worked at Concors Supply Company, where he retired after 40 years. Elzy "Buddy" was a...

Mary Lee Whitely

Mary Lee Whitely

Oct 27, 2017

Mary Lee passed on October 27, 2017. Mary Lee was born on August 15, 1949 to Samuel G. Whitely and Mary Lee Whitely. Mary Lee was a seamstress. Mary Lee will be missed by a host of family and friends.

Denormus V "Big Tom" Thomas

Denormus V "Big Tom" Thomas

Oct 26, 2017

Denormus transitioned this life on October 26, 2017. He was employed at General Motors and retired after 45 years. He was predeceased by stepsons Duane Pinkston and Kevin Barnes. He is survived by his wife, Claudette; one son, Vernon(Brigiette)Thomas; brother, Rev. Louis Thomas; three granddaughters, Jennifer(Kevin)Battles, Ashley(Terrance)Berry, and Alexus Thomas; 2 step-daughters, Angela Pinkston and Sonya Pinkston and a host...

John Wesley Hicks

John Wesley Hicks

Oct 26, 2017

John transitioned on October 26, 2017. John was born in Bato, GA to Joseph & Ollie Mae Hicks. John was employed as a supervisor for Zenith Paint & Process. John is the loving husband of Pearl Hicks; son, John, Jr., daughter, Monique Waite; step daugter, Michele Ginn; sister, Bertha Lewis and a host of other family members and friends. Please...

Allan "Bop Daddy" Steed

Allan "Bop Daddy" Steed

Oct 25, 2017

Allan passed on October 25, 2017. Allan " Bop Daddy" was born on February 24, 1951 to Dave Horsey and Christine ( Nelson) Purnell. Allan was employed as a Musician. Allan will be missed by his wife Vanessa Steed and a host of other family and friends.

Sorden Marshall Davis, Sr.

Sorden Marshall Davis, Sr.

Oct 24, 2017

Sorden Marshall (Cookie) Davis Sr., 73, of Smyrna, DE passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Sorden was born December 23, 1943 in Wilmington, DE to the late Mildred Thompson and James Davis. Sorden received his early childhood education in the Wilmington Public School system. After graduating, Sorden worked as a chef...

Beatrice C. Daniels-Steele

Beatrice C. Daniels-Steele

Oct 19, 2017

Beatrice C. Daniels- Steele transitioned on October 19, 2017 at Heartland Hospice House. Beatrice was preceded in death by her husband George Steele and granddaughter Kandis L. Harding. Miss Bea is the loving mother of Deborah A. Britt

Aaron Christopher Wilson

Aaron Christopher Wilson

Oct 18, 2017

We the Wright Family and House of Wright Staff wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy in the passing of Aaron C. Wilson. Our prayers are with the Wilson Family during this difficult time. May the memories you cherish add hope and a brighter future to the Wilson Family. Please Sign the guestbook and leave a condolence.

Terrell Charles Downs

Terrell Charles Downs

Oct 17, 2017

~~Terrell Charles Downs, 14, the youngest of 5 siblings was born in New Jersey on February 13, 2003 and within days relocated to Delaware with his loving parents Claire and Charles Downs. He gained his angel wings on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at an unknown time in his home located in Wilmington, Delaware. Terrell's academic journey consisted of attending Highland...

Willie Edward Williams

Willie Edward Williams

Oct 16, 2017

Willie E. Williams, of Brandywine Hundred, was born in Hemingway, SC July 4, 1931. Mr. Williams an E.I. DuPont retiree peacefully passed away on October 15, 2017 at the Newark Campus, Christiana Hospital. Husband of the Late Listenren (Lovely) Dollard Williams, father the late Otis Williams and brother of the Late Ernestine Nesmith. He is survived by his children, daughter...

Alex Epelle

Alex Epelle

Oct 16, 2017

Alex passed on October 16, 2017. Alex was born in Bluefield, WVA to Sharon Turner and Victor Epelle. Alex was a fun loving child. He enjoyed music and playing with his toys.

Rev. Deborah Bernett "Super" Walker

Rev. Deborah Bernett "Super" Walker

Oct 16, 2017

Deborah Bernett "Super" Walker was born on January 30, 1955 to the Rev. Luther L. Walker, Jr. and the late Alice M. Fields Walker. Reverend Walker received her Angel Wings on October 16, 2017 at the family home in Middletown, DE. Deborah was afftectionately known as: Super, Rev. Super, & Mouse, received her early education at Louis L. Redding School...

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