Beeson Funeral Home
At Beeson Funeral Home, we take great pride in what we do. Our purpose is to
Help families make well-planned preparations in their time of need;
Provide a peaceful and soothing environment where people can gather to honor a loved one
Preserve longstanding traditions and customs
Offer personalized and affordable services and products
Reach out to the greater community
We believe that the success of any business requires dedication and professionalism. In our business, in particular, it also requires a great deal of kindness, compassion and attention to detail. You’ll find these qualities in each and every member of our staff here at Beeson Funeral Home.
Put your trust in us to make this experience as comfortable as possible.
Our Obituaries
Jean R. Iocono
May 20, 2013
God called her home on May 20, 2013 at the age of 78. Born in Delta, PA. her parents were Paul and Viola Roberts.
Jean was predeceased by "the love of her life", husband, Ray Iocono in 2004. They shared over 52 years together on this earth raising three sons. In later years, they enjoyed teaching line dancing at numerous senior centers. She was also recently predeceased by her first...
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Brittany Rose Purcell
May 19, 2013
Age 26, of Townsend passed away suddenly on May 19, 2013.
Brittany attended Hodgson Vo-Tech High School, where she studied early childhood education. She was a special loving daughter who adored her children. She earned her certificate as a CNA. Brittany loved animals, music and going to the beach. Brittany enjoyed vacationing, especially to the Caribbean. She also enjoyed being around...
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Paul David Rhudy
May 14, 2013
Paul David Rhudy, age77 of Newark Delaware, formerly of Tazewell Virginia passed away peacefully at home in the arms of his wife Betty on May 14, 2013.
Paul worked for Chrysler Corporation for 33 years and Sears Hardware for seven years.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years; Betty, four children; Linda Thomas (Frank), Carl David Rhudy, Gary Rhudy (Carol Ann) and Karen Thompson; 7...
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Chester Anthony Lyn
May 9, 2013
Chester Lyn passed away May 9th, 2013 surrounded by his loved ones. Chester was born in St. Ann's Jamaica and moved with his family to Delaware. For over 30 years, Chester was the proud owner of several convenient stores and rental properties located throughout Delaware. He worked 7 days a week and devoted his entire life to his wife and children. Chester was a respected business man with a no...
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Sherry L Ranauto
April 28, 2013
Devoted Wife and Loving Mother
Following a determined battle against a long time illness, Sherry L. Ranauto, age 53, of Bear, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family and in the arms of her husband on Sunday April 28, 2013.
A champion pairs skater in her youth, Sherry was a proud graduate of William Penn High School. Sherry was an "MBNA Original", as well as a hardworking Education...
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Cecil "Bill" William Wright
April 20, 2013
Cecil "Bill" William Wright, age 59, of Newark, DE passed away on April 20, 2013. William attended William Penn High School. He worked for Septa and later at Mike's Auto Sales.
Bill loved fishing, hunting, collecting coins and he also liked toy trains. He mostly loved spending time with his granddaughter Emily.
Bill is survived by his parents Dorothy and Robert Brown, his daughter...
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Paul F. King, Jr
April 19, 2013
The son of the late Paul F. King and Mary Bennett King was born on November 5, 1929 in Wilmington, DE at Homeopathic Hospital. He was raised in Brookland Terrace and attended Marshallton School. He graduated from Conrad High School in 1947 and attended the University of Delaware but graduated from Goldey Beacom College with a degree in business.
Paul has worked for Hercules doing office work...
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Janice B Banning
April 17, 2013
Janice Boyer Banning, age 91, of Bear, DE passed away on April 17, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Janice is survived by her husband of 68 years, Howard Banning, son William H. Banning and his wife Diane, daughter Barbara Douglas, grandchildren Richard K. Douglas and his wife Kim, Shawn D. Douglas, William Banning III and his wife Maria, Jon Banning and his wife Brook,...
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Denis duPlanti
April 8, 2013
Denis Allan duPlanti, 52, of Middletown, DE formerly of Wilmington, passed away suddenly on Monday, April 8, 2013. He was the Senior Vice President of Currency Metric & Technics (CMT).
He is survived by his wife, Denice and his son Austin J. He is also survived by his mother, Delores Barnes and brothers Leon and Kevin duPlanti of Wilmington and William Barnes(Donna) of Melbourn, FL.
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Helen D. (Strusowski) Burris
April 4, 2013
Helen D. (Strusowski) Burris, age 91, of Newark, DE passed away Thursday April 4, 2013 surrounded by her loved ones.
Helen was the daughter of the late John and Mary Strusowski. She worked at the New Castle Fiber Mill and the YMCA and had an extreme passion for flounder fishing as well as eating blue claw crabs.
Helen is preceded in death by her husband Ralph (Reds) Burris. She is...
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Gertrude "Bunky" Craig Dankel
March 30, 2013
Gertrude "Bunky" Craig Dankel passed away peacefully in her home at Ingleside Retirement Apartments in Wilmington, DE on Saturday March 30, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Charles W. Dankel, Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Nellie Krams (Berkeley) of Wilmington, DE and Ruth Chasanov (Leonard) of Georgetown, DE, her grandchildren Trent Krams (Cindy), Alisa Mawson (Jay)...
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William E. Robinson
March 28, 2013
William E. Robinson passed away peacefully at the age of 65 on March 28, 2013.
He is survived by his wife Susan, his daughter Stephanie Kyle and her husband Eddie and their four children Taylor, Nicole, Cole and Abigail, son Michael Carbonara and his wife Wendy and their two daughters Samantha and Lauren and his son William and his wife Jen and their two sons Billy and Andrew. He is also...
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Norris P. "Jack" Cornell, Sr.
March 28, 2013
Norris P. ("Jack") Cornell, Sr., age 70, of Elkton, MD died on Thursday, March 28, 2013.
Jack was a graduate of Newark High School and proudly served in the U.S. Air Force after school. He was a retired electrician and spent the majority of his career working for the Bechtel Power, PSE&G and Raytheon Corporations.
Mr. Cornell is survived by his loving wife, Linda Cornell; his daughter and...
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Patti C. Isaacs
March 23, 2013
Patti C. Isaacs, age 63, of Newark, DE died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Saturday, March 23, 2013.
The daughter of June and Bill Cummings, Patti was born in Greensboro, NC and raised in Atlanta, GA. She later moved with her family to Wilmington, DE, and graduated from Brandywine High School in 1968. Patti returned to North Carolina to study Early Childhood Education at UNC...
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Cloyce Herman Heegard
February 28, 2013
Cloyce (Whitey) Herman Heegard, age 93, passed away on February 28, 2013 at home in Newark, DE. Cloyce was born on September 3, 1919 in Park Rapids, Hubbard County, Minnesota to Marinus and Anna (Kjonass) Heegard. He was the youngest of twelve children.
Cloyce was on leave from the U.S. Army when he met the love of his life, Olive Reed. They met on a blind date on Christmas Eve 1943. A few...
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Ruth M. Hetrick
February 10, 2013
Ruth M. Hetrick, 90 of Forked River, NJ passed away peacefully on February 10, 2013 at the Christiana Hospital.
Mrs. Hetrick was active in the community of Pheasant Run.
Her husband, William Hetrick, passed away in 1986. She is survived by her niece: Jan Marcozzi and her husband Greg of Bear, DE; her nephew: Howard Greenhalgh, Jr. and his wife Marilyn of Honeybrook, PA; her nephew Gene...
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Jimmy L. Compton
February 9, 2013
Jimmy Compton died peacefully surrounded by his family and friends Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Christiana Hospital. Jimmy was born is Tazewell, Virginia and was raised in Elkton, Maryland. Jimmy was a US Army Veteran who spent his entire life working and eventually retired from Chrysler Corporation in Newark, DE in 1996 after 37 years.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Pamela...
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Charlotte E. Laws
February 5, 2013
Charlotte E. Laws, age 94, a life long resident of Glasgow, DE passed away on February 5, 2013.
She started her education at Brooks Hall and graduated from Newark High School in 1936. She graduated from Beacom College in 1937 and Civil Service Preparatory Training Institute in 1938.
She began her employment as a local part time correspondent for the News Journal. She continued her employment...
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Cecilia A. Foote
January 23, 2013
Cecilia A. Foote, age 81, of Delaware City, DE, formerly of Porter Road died on January 23, 2013 at Christiana Hospital. Cecilia was born to Anthony Gliniak and Emilia Zescott Gliniak of the Browntown Section of Wilmington. She was one of 6 brothers and 3 sisters.
Cecilia went into business with her older brother, Anthony Clay, making subs & steaks in two locations in Fairwinds and Maryland...
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Regina M Fogarty
January 21, 2013
Regina M. Fogarty, age 84 of Bear, DE passed away on January 21, 2013 in her home of natural causes. Regina was born February 26, 1928 in Philadelphia, PA to the late John and Mary Spirk. Regina was married to the late Joseph Fogarty in Philadelphia in 1971.
She graduated from Stetson elementary school and was a long term collection supervisor for Spiegel's Catalog Company. She enjoyed...
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Kelli Ann Laws
January 17, 2013
Kelli Ann Laws, age 38, of Bear, DE passed away peacefully on January 17, 2013 at Christiana Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
Kelli graduated from Glasgow High School. She worked at Silly Smiles Dental and Red Robin as a Server.
Kelli loved horseback riding, going to the beach and riding in her Jeep with the top down, but most of all she loved being with her children and family.
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Stanley R. Habiger, Sr.
January 13, 2013
Stanley R. Habiger, Sr. age 84 of Newark, DE. passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at Christiana Hospital.
Stanley graduated from High School in Bavaria, Kansas, and earned a two year degree from Goldey Beacom College in Accounting.
Mr. Habiger had over 20 years of public service, serving as Secretary of the Senate and Deputy Insurance Commissioner, and also over 50 years as an Insurance...
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Joseph Anthony Tomeo
January 8, 2013
Joseph Anthony Tomeo, age 72 of Bear, Delaware passed away surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, January 8, 2013.
Joseph was born in Philadelphia, PA and is the son of the late Joseph N. Tomeo and Hester Bishop. Joe was a 1957 graduate of Bridgeton High School. He proudly served from 1957-63 in the United States Air Force. He worked for 30 years at E. I. du Pont Chambers Works as a...
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George Donald Hess
January 2, 2013
George Donald Hess, 81, formerly of Wilmington, DE passed away on January 2, 2013.
Mr. Hess was a 1954 graduate of the University of Delaware, where he was a member of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity, Delaware Epsilon Rho Chapter. He was a First Lieutenant in the Army during the Korean War. Mr. Hess worked for the DuPont Company for 35 years in Wilmington and the Chambers Works in Deepwater, NJ. He...
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Norman W. Lorah, Jr.
December 27, 2012
Norman William Lorah, Jr., age 52, of Newark, DE, passed away at home on Thursday December 27, 2012.
Mr. Lorah was born in 1960 in Elkton, MD to the late Norman W. Lorah, Sr. and Emily Zorzi Lorah. He was a graduate of Delcastle High School and was employed as a machinist by DuHadaway Tool & Dye Company.
Mr. Lorah is survived by his daughter, Nicole Lorah and his brother, Mark E. Lorah...
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Iva Ruth Risley
December 25, 2012
Iva Ruth Risley (nee McCauley) age 92 passed away peacefully into the arms of the Lord on December 25, 2012 at Seasons Hospice in Newark, DE.
She is predeceased by her husband Horace L. Risley. She is survived by her sons William (Carol) of Bear, DE; Harry T. (Theresa) of Woodbury, NJ; Horace Jr. (Kathryn) of Greenwood, DE; sister Marilyn Ramos of Clayton, NJ; 16 grandchildren, 32 great...
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Michelle L Iocono-Foulkes
December 23, 2012
Michelle L. Iocono-Foulkes
God called her home at the age of 36 on December 23, 2012. "Chell" or "Miss Michelle" as she was affectionately known by her daycare students, taught since the age of 16.
She leaves behind to cherish her memories; the love of her life, husband Gerald; parents, Ralph and Linda; brothers, Marc (Julie) and Justin; nieces, Julianna and Sophia; nephew, Marc II;...
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Eugene R. Bradfield
December 21, 2012
Eugene Russell Bradfield, age 54, of Newark, DE, passed from this life to his heavenly home on Friday December 21, 2012. He was the son of the late Alfred Shirley Bradfield and Iva Price Bradfield. Gene was a 1976 graduate of Glasgow High School, 1980 graduate of Lee College in Cleveland, Tennessee and in 1982 graduated from the University Of Miami Law School. He was licensed to practice law...
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Andrew William Stonebraker
December 18, 2012
Andrew William Stonebraker, age 31, of Newark, Delaware died suddenly on Tuesday, December 18th, 2012.
He is survived by his parents Thomas Sr., and Carol Stonebraker, fiancée Stephanie Bohenick and sons Andrew Jr., and Jaiden, brothers Thomas Stonebraker, Jr., David Stonebraker, and Michael Stonebraker, grandmother Dorothy Stonebraker, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. ...
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Charles W Leathern, Jr.
December 17, 2012
Charles W. Leathern, Jr. passed away suddenly on December 17, 2012.
Charles was a 1986 graduate of Marple Newtown High School and a 1989 graduate of The Williamson Free School Mechanical Trades. He was employed as an Estimator for William A. Schmidt and Sons of Chester, PA for over 20 years and most recently with Rhodes Industries of Philadelphia. In 2002, Charles received a Chester...
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R. Gary Gallaher
December 4, 2012
R. Gary Gallaher, age 64; of Bear, DE passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at Christiana Hospital.
Gary was born in Wilmington, DE to Ruth M. Gallaher and the late Robert E. Gallaher on July 23, 1948.
Gary is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Linda A., son Scott G. and wife Vanessa, son SGT Steven G. and wife Ashley, his grandchildren whom he dearly loved, Victoria,...
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Martha E. (Nell) Stewart
December 2, 2012
Martha E. (Nell) Stewart of Newark, DE left this life for eternal rest on Sunday December 2, 2012 surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband Buster in 1995 after 48 years of marriage. She was a caring mother, grandmother, and great grandmother known as Nana.
She was a self employed owner of Martha's Attic. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and bowling for many years...
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Maria Anna Puntigam
November 30, 2012
Maria Anna Puntigam of West Chester, PA passed away peacefully on November 30, 2012. Maria was born in Feldbach, Austria on October 24, 1915.
Maria is preceded in death by her husband Frank Puntigam and her grandson Jackie Muldowney. She is survived by her only child Anna Muldowney (John), her two grandchildren Sharen Muldowney and Karen Campanella (Paul) and her three great grandchildren...
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Nancy E. Diffenderfer
November 26, 2012
Nancy E. Diffenderfer, age 74, of Newark, DE passed away on November 26, 2012 at Christiana Hospital.
Nancy graduated from Conrad High School and was a retired secretary at the University of Delaware. She was also a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church Choir. Nancy loved working in her vegetable gardens, sewing, and quilting.
Nancy is preceded in death by her husband Jack Diffenderfer,...
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Derek W Forrest, Sr.
November 8, 2012
Derek Forrest Sr., age 56, passed away at his home on Thursday Nov. 8th, 2012.
Derek was born on September 23rd, 1956 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Walter and Janet (Gordon) Forrest.
He spent 30 years working for JP Morgan & Chase, with the last 15 years in Delaware.
He is survived by his wife, Iris; his son, Derek; daughter Latisha; his two grandkids, Morgan and Marquise; and his two...
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Robert "Rob" H Hill
November 5, 2012
Robert Herbert Hill, know to all as Rob, died suddenly on Monday, November 5, 2012 at his home in Christiana. He was 53 years old. Rob was born on September 2, 1959 in Wilmington, DE and attended Christiana High School.
Rob was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golf. He was a devoted fan of the University of Nebraska football team and enjoyed the home games of the...
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Tammy Lynn Nelson
November 2, 2012
Tammy Lynn Nelson, 50, of Newark went home to meet her Savior on November 2, 2012 at the Christiana Hospital as a result of complications from diabetes.
Tammy was born in Lancaster, PA. She graduated for Oxford High School and from the University of Delaware with a BS in nursing. Tammy had worked as a nurse for Pediatric Associates, for Dr. Kim and had been a nurse for Elkton Christian...
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James S Russell, Sr.
November 1, 2012
James Scotti Russell, Sr., age 99, of Methodist Country House, formerly of Newark, DE died Thursday, November 1, 2012.
He was born in Fort Worth, TX, the son of the late Jay V. and Anna Viola Russell and was a graduate of Texas A&M University.
As a young man, he served with the Texas National Guard. During WWII, he served with the United States Navy aboard the aircraft carrier, USS...
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Stanley J. Deptula
October 29, 2012
Stanley J. Deptula, Jr. age 63 of Glasgow died Monday, October 29, 2012.
Stanley was a graduate of Conrad High School, he also graduated from the University of Delaware.
He was a Avid hunter and fisherman and loved the outdoors. Stanley loved spending time at Bombay Hook and Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. He was a long standing member of Ducks Unlimited and the NRA.
Stanley was...
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Ronald Alan Hobbs, Sr.
October 28, 2012
Ronald Alan Hobbs, Sr., 68, of Elkton, MD, departed unexpectedly on Sunday, October 28, 2012. Extraordinarily advanced medical intervention was no match for the will of God, in whose hands Ronnie now safely rests.
Son of the late Mr. & Mrs. Richard and Dorothy Hobbs of Woodstown, NJ, Ronnie was born in 1944. His older siblings include Dorothy Haars of Florida, the late Richard Hobbs of...
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John Christopher Irwin
October 18, 2012
John "Chris" Christopher Irwin, age 83, of Newark DE passed away peacefully on Thursday October 18, 2012 at Christiana Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born January 15, 1929 in Maryland. John retired from Wilmington Housing Authority after 35 years of service.
Mr. Irwin loved to go crabbing, fishing and bird watching in his spare time, but most of all he loved to go to flee markets...
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Louise A. Beattie
October 11, 2012
Louise Alice Beattie, age 64, of Bear, DE passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2012.
Louise was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and gardening. She will be greatly missed. Louise worked for the Verizon phone company for 20 years.
Louise is survived by her loving husband, Frank Beattie of Bear, DE, daughter Karen Kline of Elkton, MD, son...
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William Walker "Billy" Pierce III
September 8, 2012
William Walker Pierce III "Billy"
Billy Age 35 of Newark passed away suddenly on Sept 8, 2012. He was a kind and gentle man. Billy was born in Wilmington, the son of Lynn Gregg and William Pierce Jr.
He was a proud graduate of Elkton H.S. class of 96 and was an avid wrestler.
He helped with the coaching of his younger brothers to be proficient wrestlers.
While in high school he studied...
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Lyn Clinton
July 2, 2012
Lyn Clinton
October 31, 1951 ~ July 2, 2012
Lyn Clinton (nee Hudson), age 60, died peacefully at her home in Newark on Monday, July 2, 2012 after a long illness.
She will be fondly remembered for her outgoing personality, love of life, sense of humor, courage, and strong devotion to her daughter Kelly.
Lyn is survived by her brother, Hal Hudson, her ex-husband, Rick Clinton, and was...
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Evelyn Rose Ewing
June 24, 2012
Evelyn Rose Jones Ewing passed away on June 24, 2012 at Christiana Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born in Bath, OH and resided in Bear, DE for the last 16 years.
Evelyn was the wife of the late Virgil Floyd Jones and Bert Ewing.
Evelyn enjoyed going for walks, dancing, playing cards, cooking, gardening and traveling.
She is survived by her children, Delbert F. Jones of...
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Robert B. Snead, Sr.
June 18, 2012
Robert B. Snead, Sr., 54 of Bear passed away suddenly on June 18, 2012.
Mr. Snead was a retired air traffic controller for PHL for 25 years, where he is fondly remembered for his extensive cooking skills. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. Bob could always be found outside spending time with his dogs, Rosie, Sophie and Ace, whom he dearly loved. He was a...
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Kevin P. Coates
June 14, 2012
Kevin Philip Coates, age 42 of Newark, DE., passed away suddenly in his home on the morning of June 14, 2012.
Kevin was employed as a supervisor at Prince Telecom, and Just Fish, as a part time sales technician. When he wasn't working he was tending to his Koi ponds and saltwater fish tanks, raising his frogs, fishing whenever he could, and rooting for the Flyers.
Kevin was an extremely...
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Joseph A. Whalen
June 9, 2012
Joseph A. Whalen, age 62, of Palm Bay, FL, formerly of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 9, 2012 surrounded by his loving family.
Joe was born on September 19, 1949 in Darby, PA. He was a Vietnam Veteran and proudly served the Army in the 173rd Airborne Brigade from 1969 - 1971. He was employed by Amtrak as a train conductor for 33 years
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Joe was a member of the...
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Beverly Boyer
May 20, 2012
Beverly M. Boyer, age 84 of Bear, Delaware passed away peacefully on May 20 with her family by her side.
Beverly was born 1928 in Cortland NY. She was the eldest of six siblings; Peter, Ann, Nancy, Betsy and Wes. Beverly was a graduate with a degree in Home Economics from Keene State College in New Hampshire. She had met her first love and husband Frederick D. Boyer in Woodstown NJ, both were...
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Earl D Farmer
May 16, 2012
Earl D. Farmer
Age 53, of Newark, passed away May 16, 2012 at home surrounded by family and loved ones.
Mr. Farmer was born in Wytheville, VA. He was a printer press operator for Rock Tenn in Aston, PA for 18 years. Previously, he worked for ARA Services for about 15 years. His hobby was building computers and spending time with his family.
Mr. Farmer is survived by his wife of 33 years...
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Earl D. Farmer
May 16, 2012
Earl D. Farmer, 53 of Newark passed away May 16, 2012 at home surrounded by family and loved ones.
Mr. Farmer was born in Wyethville, VA. He was a printer press operator for Rock Tenn in Aston, PA for 18 years. Previously, he worked for ARA Services for about 15 years. His hobby was building computers and spending time with his family.
Mr. Farmer is survived by his wife of 33 years...
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Donald James Roberts, Sr.
May 5, 2012
Donald J. Roberts, Sr. of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 5th, 2012.
Donald was born in Wilkes Barre , PA. He graduated from Newark High School.
He served his country for Eight years with the United Sates Air Force. Donald loved to read, he loved the beach, but most of all he loved his family.
He was a Loving father to Donald J. Roberts, Jr. and Erin Hubbard...
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Vie L. Clemo
April 24, 2012
Vie L Clemo, age 57, of San Augustine, Philippines, passed away on April 24, 2012 at her home in Bear DE.
Vie brought a smile to everyone's face at Heartland Home healthcare where she worked as a CNA in Home Health and Hospice. Vie also enjoyed previously working at MBNA and ING Direct.
Vie will be greatly missed by her spouse John Clemo; children, Frank Davis and Lucy Anna Clemo;...
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Sylvia Ann Aldridge
April 18, 2012
Sylvia Ann Aldridge, 64, of Newark passed away peacefully on April 18, 2012.
Mrs. Aldridge was born in Jeffersonville, Indiana, Clark County Memorial Hospital, the daughter of Malcolm and Ruby Robinson. She was a school bus driver for autistic children for the Christiana School District for 28 years and was a school bus aide for two years. She was a homemaker and a mother to all.
She is...
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Helen V. Futcher
April 4, 2012
Helen V. Futcher, age 102, of Wilmington passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2012.
She is preceded in death by her husband, John Futcher.
Helen worked at Prudential Insurance Company for 10 ½ years, DuPont in the engineering department for 5 years, and also Delaware Technical and Community College for 5 years before she retired in 1973.
She was a member of Christ Our King Church, St. Ann's B.V.M....
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Mildred A. Baron "Millie"
March 22, 2012
Mildred "Millie" Ann (Riccio) Baron
Mildred Ann Baron of New Castle, DE peacefully departed to join her loved ones surrounded by her family on March 22, 2012.
Born in Wilmington DE, Millie was the third of seven children born to Joe and Frances Riccio. She graduated from Wilmington high school in 1957. Millie worked at the Wilmington Dry Goods and was a single homemaker for many years. ...
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Zachary Jacob "Zack" Lowe
March 6, 2012
Zachary Jacob Lowe
"Zack"
Zachary Jacob Lowe, age 10, of Elkton, Maryland, passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at the A.I. duPont Children's Hospital surrounded by his family.
Zack was a student at Gilpin Manor Elementary School. He was a member of the chess club and the Lego builders club. He loved Legos, Star Wars and playing video games on his DS. Zack enjoyed spending time with...
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Barbara L. Wilt, (nee Yoh)
February 21, 2012
Barbara Louise Wilt, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at Christiana Hospital.
Mrs. Wilt was born in 1951 in Bristol, PA to the late Oliver W. and Barbara L. Gill Yoh.
Barbara enjoyed spending time at home sharing memories with her family and friends
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Wilt is predeceased by her son, Eric W. Wilt in 2006. She is survived by her husband of...
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George P. Vannicola
March 3, 1928 - February 11, 2012
George P. Vannicola, age 83, of New Castle, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2012. He was the husband of the late Shirley Vannicola, with whom he shared 20 years of marriage.
George is a US Army veteran of the 101st Airborne who served his country during WWII. He was a member of Local 626 for 50 years and a superintendent for Christiana Construction. He enjoyed fishing and crabbing.
He...
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Stephen Capuzzi
February 7, 2012
Stephen Capuzzi, 44 of Newark passed away on February 7, 2012.
Stephen was a 1985 graduate of Christiana High School. He was employed by Potts Welding and Boiler Repair Company. Steve enjoyed fishing, spending time with his children, going to the beach and riding his motorcycle.
He is survived by his daughter, Maria Capuzzi; his son Anthony Capuzzi; his mother, Agnes Plevakas; his father,...
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Barbara A. Mueller
March 22, 1947 - February 5, 2012
Barbara A. Mueller, 64 of Newark, DE passed away February 5, 2012 in the Christiana Hospital.
Mrs. Mueller was a graduate of Notre Dame High School in Moylan, PA and a graduate of Keystone Business School in Swarthmore, PA. She was an executive secretary, mostly in the food industry. She enjoyed photography, snow skiing, going to the beach and traveling. She also enjoyed Westerns and...
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The Honorable Virginia "Jinny" Johnson
April 5, 1928 - February 2, 2012
The Honorable Virginia "Jinny" Johnson, age 83, of Glen Mills, PA, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2012. She was the wife of the late Theodore William Johnson, with whom she shared 46 years of marriage.
Raised in Haddonfield, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Lillian Weest.
Jinny graduated from Boston University in 1950. She taught for 10 years in the Wilmington and New...
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Ruth V. Reynolds
April 4, 1923 - January 26, 2012
On January 26, 2012, our Lord received a special angel. She was 88, formerly of Glasgow, Delaware and Hobe Sound, Florida. Ruth was born in Union, W. VA., to the late Fred Taylor and Gladys (Reed) Taylor.
A talented homemaker, she and her late husband Norman managed a dairy farm in Glasgow for 30 years. She worked at several restaurants, including Hot Shoppes on 95, The Glass Kitchen,...
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Daniel Brandon Ritchie
November 23, 1975 - January 18, 2012
Daniel Brandon Ritchie, age 36, of Newark, DE passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2012.
Dan was an avid member of Planet Fitness in Newark. He was also an avid Redskins fan and loved his Irish heritage.
Dan is survived by his daughter, Morgan Parker; his mother, JoAnn DeMark of Carney's Point, NJ; his brothers, Christian Ryan Ritchie and his wife Rebecca of Bear, DE and Jaime Skinner of...
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Emily E. Maguire
July 10, 1950 - January 16, 2012
Emily E. Maguire, age 61, of Newark, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2012 with her children by her side after a courageous 2 year battle with cancer.
Born in Ridley Park, PA, she was the daughter of the late William and Lois Smith.
Emily was a strong woman who loved her family dearly. She was a wonderful stay at home mom until she graduated college in 1996 to become a nurse. She worked...
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Argentina Valiante
September 4, 1924 - January 10, 2012
Argentina Valiante, age 87, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2012 at Wilmington Hospital with her family by her side. She was the wife of Albert Valiante who passed away in 1969. Together they had six children. The best gift a father can give to his children is to love their mother and Albert truly loved Argentina. Sadly, Argentina was also preceded in death by her oldest son, Albert,...
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Lawrence T. Davis
December 29, 2011
Lawrence Thomas Davis, born March 20, 1968 in Oxnard, CA, known as Tommy to his family and to others as simply "L"; was called home on December 29. Lawrence joined People's Baptist Church of Full Gospel Ministries in 2008. He leaves to mourn and forever remember his love; his wife Kelly Davis, sons Michael & Jacob, daughters Cameo & Kiaira, parents John Davis and Josephine Marcell Davis,...
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Richard E. Johnson
December 28, 2011
Age 62, of Newark, DE, valiantly fought cancer until December 28, 2011.
A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, and great-uncle. He will be missed "to infinity and beyond".
He attended Salesianum then transferred to Christiana High School, where he graduated in 1968. He then continued his education at Deltech Community College, obtaining an Associates...
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Donald F. Baer, Sr.
September 17, 1933 - December 27, 2011
Donald F. Baer, Sr., age 78, of Bear, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at his residence. He was the husband of Anna Prasch Baer, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage.
Donald retired from Chrysler after 17 years of service and then from JP Morgan. He was a talented musician for most of his life.
In addition to his wife, Donald is survived by his children, Donald Baer, Jr. and...
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John W. Gillespie
December 25, 2011
John W. Gillespie, Ph.D., age 62, of Newark, Delaware, formerly of Cadiz, passed away on December 25th, 2011, from lymphoma. He was born on November 19th, 1949, at Martins Ferry and was the son of the late Lucille (MacGillivray) Gillespie and John "Sheeny" Gillespie. He was also preceded in death by his sister Agnes.
While in Cadiz, John was a member of the Trinity United Presbyterian Church...
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Fred John Uiselt
September 2, 1926 - December 25, 2011
Fred J. Uiselt, age 85, recently of Newark, DE passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2011. He was the husband of the late Helen Sheesley Uiselt, with whom he shared 33 years of marriage.
Born in Wheatland, PA on September 2, 1926, he was the son of the late Michael and Lena Uiselt.
Fred was a US Army veteran who proudly served his country during WWII. He was a member of the VFW and the Moose...
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Thomas P. Garrison
December 15, 2011
Thomas P. Garrison departed this life on Thursday, December 15, 2011 at the age of 58.
Tom was a graduate of North Carolina State University. He was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution, Major Peter Jaquette Chapter, Delaware Society. He served in the US Navy on board the USS New Jersey as a First Class Petty Officer (E6) with a rating of Fire Control Technician.
Tom...
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Joyce Phelps
June 18, 1927 - December 9, 2011
Joyce (Kramer) Phelps, age 84, of Newark, passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2001. As her grand-daughter said, she went to teach the Angels how to dance!
Born June 18, 1927 in Wilmington, she was the first of eight children to the late Francis L. Hughes and Margaret D. (Hammerer) Hughes.
She was a 1945 graduate of Wilmington High. At the age of 47, she secured a BA in Management and...
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Ian Keith Patton
January 7, 1983 - December 8, 2011
Ian Keith Patton, age 28, passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2011 in Gainesville, GA. Ian was born on January 7, 1983, and raised in Newark, DE.
Ian was a proud father, U.S.M.C. brother, son, and friend. He was employed with Makita, USA.
He is survived by his family, Rylan Anthony Patton, Brandy & Elijah; Shelly Leigh and Michael Funk and family; Brian and Lisa Patton and family; Harry...
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Carlota J. "Abuelita" Abril
February 22, 1916 - November 29, 2011
Carlota J. Abril, age 95, of Newark, Delaware passed away peacefully at her home on November 29, 2011 surrounded by her loving family.
She was the daughter of the late Jesus and Mariana Jimenez and was born in El Tigre, Mexico. In her early years, Carlota lived in Los Angeles, California before retiring to Douglas, Arizona with her late husband Ibrahim. She moved to New Jersey in 1990 and...
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Margaret Jeannette "Peggy" Wainwright
November 26, 2011
Margaret Jeannette Wainwright of Middletown, Delaware, formerly of Wilmington, DE, passed away at Christiana Hospital on Saturday, November 26, 2011 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 85.
Peggy was born in Jeannette, PA, to the late Clarence and Catherine DeGolyer and raised in Arthurdale, West Virginia. After graduation she moved to Wilmington and worked for the Diamond State...
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Donald W. Earley
November 26, 2011
Donald W. Earley, age 61, of Newark, passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2011 with his family by his side. He was the husband of Shelley May Earley, with whom he shared 29 years of marriage.
Born in Pittston, PA, he was the son of the late William and Grace Earley.
Donald graduated from Newark High School in 1968 and then from Brandywine College with a degree in accounting. He worked for...
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David "Pap" Lloyd, Jr.
November 22, 2011
David M. "Pap" Lloyd, Jr., age 62 of Bear, died November 22, 2011 in Christiana Hospital.
David Worked for ICI, Astra Zeneca, Direct Mail, and Modern Mail. He was an avid fisherman, Phillies fan, and Eagles fan. David enjoyed woodworking, but most of all enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Charlotte; his two sons, David Lloyd and his wife...
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Robert E. Dodson
December 29, 1925 - November 13, 2011
Robert E. Dodson, age 85, of Claymont, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2011. He was the loving husband of the late Helen Dodson, with whom he shared 53 years of marriage.
He was the son of the late Raymond and Lavina Dodson.
He was a US Navy veteran who proudly served his country during WWII.
Robert and his wife were members of Holly Oak United Methodist Church since 1971. He was...
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Mary Jane Umbel
February 21, 1921 - November 13, 2011
Mary Jane Umbel, age 90, of Newark, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2011 surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late James D. Umbel, with whom she shared 45 years of marriage.
Born in Uniontown, PA, Jane was the daughter of the late Ralph and Hazel Vance.
Jane was a secretary for the DuPont Company and retired after many years of service. She enjoyed gardening and...
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Doris L. Jones
July 8, 1924 - November 13, 2011
Doris L. Jones, age 87, of Newark, passed away on Sunday, November, 13, 2011 at Heartland Hospice House, Wilmington, DE. She was the wife of the late Maurice William Jones, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage.
She was born and raised in Lansford, PA to the late Edward John and Ellen Stickler Jones.
After high school, Doris worked for the phone company during WWII in Washington DC and...
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Huston E. Diehl
October 22, 1908 - November 8, 2011
Huston E. Diehl, age 103,of Chester, Pa, passed away on Tuesday, November 8,2011. He was the husband of the late Mary Walko Diehl, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage.
Born in York, Pa, October 22, 1908 he was the youngest of seven children to the late Charles and Amanda Diehl.
Huston was a talented craftsman, he was a self taught painter and interior decorator for the John Wanamaker...
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Thomas Richard Douglas
November 5, 2011
Thomas " Richard" Douglas, 65, of Bear , passed away on November 5. 2011 in his beloved 1970 Cuda, which was his passion. He built this vehicle from the ground up.
Richard was born in Beckley, West Virginia to William and Helen Douglas.
He served in the USMC from February 3, 1966 to October 28, 1971 as a Lance Corporal. Richard was co-owner of Sheet Metal Contracting Co., Inc for 38 years.
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Robert J. "Bob" Kettner
November 4, 2011
Robert J. "Bob" Kettner, 47, of Middletown died suddenly on November 4, 2011.
Bob was a self-employed Master Carpenter. He also volunteered as a wrestling coach at William Penn High School.
Bob is survived by his mother Jackie Yaccarino of New Castle; his son, Ethan Robert Kettner of Middletown; his wife Michelle Kettner; One brother, James Kettner of Bear; One sister, Sharon...
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Juanita Cocke Minor
April 17, 1932 - November 2, 2011
Juanita Minor, 79, of Elton MD, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, November 2.
Juanita was born in Gretna, Virginia on April 17, 1932, daughter of the late Emmett and Ruby Cocke. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Jeanette Moon and brother, Emmett Cocke, Jr. Juanita was a graduate of James Madison University, class of 1953, where she was named "Miss...
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George W. Hendrickson
August 24, 1930 - October 12, 2011
George W. Hendrickson, age 81, of Delaware City, passed away on Wednesday, October 12, 2011. He was the husband of the late Arlene "Renie" Hendrickson, with whom he shared 52 years of marriage.
George was a US Army Veteran who was a paratrooper during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion Post 15, VFW Post 8175, and a former member of VFW Post 475 for over 50 years.
He was...
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Craig Orian Dowlin
September 24, 2011
Craig Orian Dowlin, age 59, of Bear, DE, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at Christiana Hospital with his wife, Debra, by his side.
Craig graduated from Henderson High School in West Chester, PA. He has been in the automotive industry all his life, with his most recent position being Service Manager at JV Auto in Newport, DE.
Craig enjoyed the outdoors and...
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Niall Nestor
August 21, 1946 - September 18, 2011
Niall Nestor, age 65, of Newark, DE. passed away after a long illness on Sunday, September 18, 2011. He was the husband of Carol Ross; they were married for 13 years.
Born in County Clare, Ireland, he was the son of the late John and Mary Nestor. Niall was one of a family of eighteen.
In addition to his wife Carol, Niall will be dearly missed by his siblings, Mike, Chris, Maura, Brendan, Ann...
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Harry M. Smith, Jr.
June 4, 1933 - September 12, 2011
Harry M. Smith Jr., age 78, died peacefully on September 12, 2011 at Florida Hospital Winter Park, surrounded by family. He was born on June 4, 1933 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Gladys E. Metterhouse and Harry M. Smith Sr. He was preceded in death by his sister and brother in law Joyce and Hank Hardecker and his longtime friends Widget and Scooter. He spent most of his life living in New York,...
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William Wesley Betts, Sr.
September 21, 1928 - September 9, 2011
William W. Betts, Sr., age 82, of Newark, died Friday, September 9, 2011.
Since 1970, Mr. Betts was owner/operator of Betts Garage and B&G Glass. Previously, he worked for the DuPont Company Chambers Works and the Delaware SPCA. He owned race cars for many years and enjoyed dirt track racing, traveling and raising his farm animals.
He is survived by his son, William W. Betts, Jr.; daughters,...
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Merelyn Louise "Bates" Grandel
April 15, 1924 - September 8, 2011
Merelyn Louise "Bates" Grandel, age 87, of Newark, went to be with God on September 8, 2011, surrounded by her loved ones after a long illness.
Louise graduated from Newark High in 1977. She taught Sunday school for the Red Lion Methodist Church for 28 years.
Louise was a member of the poet's society and won awards for five poems nationally. She belonged to the Bear Club, delivered food...
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Sylvia L. Murray
September 4, 1929 - August 24, 2011
Sylvia L. Murray, age 81, of Newark, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2011. She was the wife of Robert Murray, with whom she shared 60 years of marriage. Her husband Robert served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
Sylvia was employed by Chrysler Corp. for 10 years and retired from Sears Roebuck Co. where she worked for 17 years. Sylvia enjoyed going to the Flea Market, Delaware Park...
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Bobby Jack "B.J" Lawson
March 23, 1934 - August 21, 2011
Bobby Jack Lawson “B.J.”, age 77 of Elkton, formerly of New Castle, passed away at his residence on Sunday, August 21, 2011, surround by his family.
B.J. was a veteran of the US Navy who proudly served his country during the Korean War.
He worked proudly for over 30 years as a member of IBEW Local Union 351. His job allowed him to travel up and down the east coast and live in many states....
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Robert "Bobby" Smalley, Jr.
December 28, 1974 - August 12, 2011
Robert J. Smalley, Jr. “Bobby”, age 36, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 12, 2011. He was the loving husband of Kristine Smalley, with whom he shared 9 years of marriage.
He was the son of Robert J. Smalley, Sr. and the late Donna Marie Lutz.
Bobby was a loving father who enjoyed being with his children.
In addition to his father and wife, Bobby is survived by his children,...
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Sandra B. Hess
November 8, 1937 - August 6, 2011
Sandra B. Hess, age74, of Bear, DE, passed away on Saturday, August 6, 2011. She was the wife of George D. Hess, with whom she shared 53 years of marriage.
Sandra was born in Penns Grove, NJ and moved to Wilmington in 1958.
In addition to her husband, she will be dearly missed by her son George David Hess and his wife, Jewell of Bear and her sister, Mary Lou Seagraves of Pennsville, NJ.
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Justin A Myers
June 3, 1980 - August 4, 2011
Justin A. Myers, age 31, of Newark, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2011.
Justin enjoyed soccer, golf, skiing and listening to music. He was a gentle man who loved animals.
He is survived by his parents, Karen Fealy and Bob (Melissa) Myers; his loving fiancée, Kellye Hines; brother, Robert; sisters, Miranda, Kaci, and Kelsey; grandmother, Gwendolyn Myers; and many other loving family...
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William A Richey
April 23, 1943 - July 20, 2011
William A. Richey, age 68, of Newark, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. He was the loving husband of Terry McHenry-Richey, with whom he shared 44 years of marriage.
William was born on April 23, 1943 in Coatesville, PA to the late Walker and Goldie Lindsey-Richey.
He graduated from Avon Grove High School in 1961. He then joined the US Army, serving his country from 1965-1967....
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Amelia Romano
June 7, 1912 - July 19, 2011
Amelia Romano, age 99 of Newark, passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at Christiana Hospital. She was a resident of Newark Manor Nursing Home for the past 7 years.
Amelia was born in Salle, Italy on June 7, 1912 to the late Rocco and Lucia D’Orazio. She came to US in 1920. Amelia lived most of her life in Astoria, NY and moved to Delaware in 2004 to be near her daughter.
Her hobby was...
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Mary Jane Hughes
June 23, 1916 - July 15, 2011
Mary Jane Hughes (Fleischer) , age 95, of Bear, passed away in the home of her loving son, Gerard, on Friday, July15, 2011. Her one regret in life was not having enough time with her late husband, Thomas Hughes, and now she has joined him in Heaven.
Mrs. Hughes, in her own words, had a good life. Proof of her kindness, caring, and sincere desire to help those less fortunate than herself lives...
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Helen B. Douglass
September 6, 1920 - July 15, 2011
Helen B. Douglass, age 90, of Bear, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2011 at Millcroft Nursing Home in Newark. She was the wife of the late Roger Douglass who passed away in 1995.
Helen was born in Milton, PA.
She will be dearly missed by her sons, Richard and his wife Susan, and Randall and his wife Kathleen; brothers, Kenneth and Robert Boyer; and 6 grandchildren.
She was predeceased by...
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