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Local Obituaries from Wilmington & New Castle, DE
Paul Michael Schofield, Jr.
Jul 25, 2026
Paul Michael Schofield, Jr., of Wilmington, DE, passed away July 25, 2026, at the age of 61, after facing a long illness with remarkable courage and determination until the very end.
Born in Great Neck, New York, Paul was the son of Paul Schofield, Sr., and Carol Hane Schofield. The family later settled in Delaware, where Paul attended St. Ann's School, Salesianum School,...
Marie B. Grier
Jul 22, 2026
Marie B. Grier, age 89 of Wilmington, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026. She leaves behind this poem to remember her by and to carry on in our lives.
Kindness During Life
I would rather have one little rose from the garden of a friend, than to have the choicest flowers when my stay on earth must end.
I would rather have...
Anna Broda
Jul 12, 2026
Anna BrodaAge 98Passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026.Anna was a devoted wife, loving mother, and doting grandmother and great grandmother.She will be greatly missed by four children and their spouses, four grandsons and their spouses, one great grandson and one great granddaughter.She will join her husband at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery. All services will privately.
Janice Miriam Belisle
Jul 1, 2026
Janice M. Belisle
Janice (Cote) Belisle, a beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away July 1, 2026 at the age of 68.
Janice was born to Donald and Ethel (Mulcahy) Cote on January 16, 1958. She married the love of her life, Donald Belisle, in Woonsocket R.I. on April 13, 1991. Until his illness and subsequent passing in...
Vincent Joseph Vari
Jun 30, 2026
Vincent J. Vari
Age 49 of New Castle
Passed away on June 30, 2026.
Vinnie loved to cook and he turned that passion into a promising career. He enjoyed working at many local favorites including Stewart's Brewing, Capers and Lemons, Two Stones Pub, The Queen, and Catherine Rooney's
He graduated from William Penn High. While there he excelled in academics and sports including football...
Robert C. Phillips
Jun 29, 2026
Robert C. Phillips aka Flip, 75, passed away on June 29, 2026 at home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Flip grew up in New Castle, DE, attended St. Elizabeth's H.S. in the class of '68 where he met many lifelong friends. He also served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam...
Umberto Flocco Jr.
Jun 27, 2026
Umberto "Bert" Flocco
Age 59 of Wilmington
Passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 4:07 am, despite attempts by several first responders to revive him via CPR and other measures, he did not survive.
Bert has been on disability since 2022 due to serious multiple injuries after being hit by a car while walking home from work. Thanks...
Fotini Visvardis
Jun 26, 2026
With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Fotini Visvardis, who took her final breath, unafraid and with an open heart, surrounded by her daughters Christina and Aristea. A woman of beauty and strength, Fotini will always be remembered for her fierce devotion, love, and unwavering support to her family.
Born and raised in...
Connie E. Roberts
Jun 24, 2026
Connie Roberts, of New Castle, Delaware, age 73, a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, friend, and neighbor, left her earthly body to join our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 24, 2026.
Connie was born in November 1952 to William and Mary Roberts. Connie traveled and lived all over the world as a military brat,...
Elizabeth Hubbs Rotsch
Jun 22, 2026
Elizabeth Hubbs Rotsch, age 85, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026.She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.Full service information will be added soon.
John Paul DelPercio III
Jun 20, 2026
John Paul DelPercio III, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 20, 2026, at the age of 76. Born on August 30, 1949, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, John was a proud product of South Philadelphia, where he grew up serving as an altar boy in his local Catholic church and developed a deep sense of community and...
Patricia Ann Ferguson
Jun 20, 2026
Patricia Ann Ferguson, a beloved matriarch and dedicated homemaker, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at the age of 70.
Born in Wilmington, Delaware, Pat was a proud graduate of St. Mark's High School. She dedicated her life to nurturing her family and creating a warm and loving home.Pat married the love of her life, Donald Ferguson, on Valentine's...
Owen James Margist
Jun 19, 2026
Owen James Margist passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026 in the arms of his mother at the age of 4, following a life long battle with lung disease.
Owen was born in Newark, Delaware on December 25th, 2021. He was tiny but mighty, and didn’t let his inability to walk stop him from getting to where he wanted to go....
David S Gunyuzlu
Jun 7, 2026
David Sami Gunyuzlu
December 5, 1961- June 7, 2026
David S. Gunyuzlu passed from this life on Sunday June 7th, 2026. He was born and raised in New Castle Delaware and graduated from William Penn High School in 1979. For most of his career, David was employed in the banking industry and retired from Bank of America after 25 years of service....
Edward W. Schofield
Jun 3, 2026
Edward William Schofield, 74, of North East, Maryland, passed away on June 3, 2026, at Kentmere Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing surrounded by the love of family. Born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, to the late Virginia "Ginnie" and John Edward "Ed" Schofield, Jr., Eddie was the oldest of nine children.
Ed retired from Amtrak after more than 30 years as a...
Martin Bernard Winter
May 28, 2026
Martin Bernard Winter September 2, 1934 - May 28, 2026
Marty Winter passed away on May 28, 2026, in Newark, Delaware, after suffering a catastrophic fall while taking his walking exercise. He was 91 years old.
He was born on September 2, 1934, in New York City to Shirley Kantin Winter and Tobias (Ted) Winter. Tobias was a pharmacist and...
Caroline Barbara Menaquale
May 28, 2026
Caroline B. Menaquale
Age 90 of Wilmington
Passed away with family members at her side on May 28, 2026.
Caroline was born in Wilmington, attended Wilmington High School, and later moved to Elsmere with her husband, Charles, to raise their family. Her early career began as a Sales Associate at Strawbridge & Clothier before owning and running Charles Liquors and...
Nicolas L Brounce
May 25, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Nicolas Lino Brounce on May 25, 2026.Nick was born in Wilmington on December 31, 1998 to Thomas and Cristina (Fraiz) Brounce. Although his life was too short, he lived it to the fullest and left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
Nicolas was a proud...
George R. Tressler
May 18, 2026
George R. Tressler, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on May 18, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on October 19, 1937, in the coal regions of Pennsylvania, George's life was a tapestry of devotion, achievement, and unwavering love.A proud athlete, George showcased his remarkable football skills while serving as valedictorian of his...
Walter C Wilson
May 8, 2026
Walter Charles (Gran) Wilson passed away peacefully after a long illness in Wilmington, DE on Friday, May 8, 2026. Born in Wilmington on December 26, 1937, he was the son of the late Otto and Helen (Moeller) Wilson.
Walter was married to the late Sarah (Carson) Wilson for 57 years. He is survived by his daughters, Leigh Perillo (Billy) of...
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