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Local Obituaries from Wilmington & New Castle, DE

Alfred Buhr

Alfred Buhr

May 29, 2024

Alfred P. Buhr, Jr. Age 86 of Milford Passed away peacefully on May 26, 2024. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Alfred P. and Anna (Laurer) Buhr. Mr. Buhr faithfully served his country in the United State Marine Corps. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Patricia Ann Buhr. He...

Leontia Kirk

Leontia Kirk

May 26, 2024

Leontia Margaret (Lancaster) Kirk died peacefully on Sunday, May 26 at the age of 91. She was born on September 15, 1932, not in a hospital but rather in Historic Old New Castle in her home. She was the only child of the late Andrew B. Lancaster and Margaret Taylor. She was a native of Old New Castle. A life-long...

William Myers

William Myers

May 22, 2024

William J. Myers Sr., age 97, passed away at home on May 22, 2024 surrounded by his three sons. He has been reunited with his wife, Patricia (Patsy) Myers. Born January 6, 1927, Bill was the second youngest of six children born to the late Edward Myers and Catherine Brennan. In his earlier years, he served proudly in the United...

Thomas O'Connell

Thomas O'Connell

May 10, 2024

Thomas J. O'Connell age 69 of Bear Passed away on May 10, 2024. Tom was born in Wilmington to the late Joseph and Frances (Ward) O'Connell. He graduated from Delcastle High School. He worked in printing before moving onto warehouse work. Tom was a huge Philadelphia sports fan. He also loved music (especially the Beatles) and theater. He enjoyed singing...

Rosemarie Onley

Rosemarie Onley

May 9, 2024

Rosemarie W. Onley Age 93 of Wilmington Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on May 9, 2024. Rosemarie was born on September 27, 1930, to the late John and Hedwig (Burkhardt) Winsel. She grew up in Wilmington, Delaware attending St. Thomas Elementary School and was a proud graduate of Ursaline Academy. After graduation she went to work...

Carl  Engelbert

Carl Engelbert

May 7, 2024

Carl R. Engelbert Carl Engelbert lived a life of devotion. A devotion to running. A devotion to the Navy as a fighter pilot and later as an aeronautical engineer. If you were in his life, you were met with kindness and care, a goofy sense of humor, and a genuine curiosity to know more about you. If it was important...

Joseph Givens

Joseph Givens

May 4, 2024

Joseph George Givens was born just before the Great Depression on July 31, 1928 in New Castle, Delaware. He was the oldest son of Catherine Givens (nee Neher) and George Joseph Givens and brother to Ann Antonio (Hudson) who pre-deceased him, Catherine 'Mitzi' Antonio (Harry) and James Givens (Linda) who both survive him. As a boy, he had daily adventures...

Zaida Rodriguez

Zaida Rodriguez

Apr 28, 2024

Zaida Luz Rodriguez (September 19th 1924 - April 28th 2024) Zaida Luz was born in Naguabo, Puerto Rico on Sept. 19th 1924. She was the eldest of nine children born to Elisa Anderson de Rodriguez and Inez Rodriguez. She was a bright child, a straight A honors student, and graduated earlier than her peers. After attending the University of Puerto...

Barbara  Frick

Barbara Frick

Apr 28, 2024

Barbara W. Frick Age 86 of Wilmington, DE Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 28, 2024. Barbara was born to the late Walter and Audrey (Deakyne) Warren. She grew up in Wilmington and was a dedicated employee of the DuPont Company for 37 and a half years. Barbara's greatest passions in life were her family and friends,...

David Rambo

David Rambo

Apr 21, 2024

David P. Rambo, passed away unexpectedly on April 21, 2024, only 3 days after his 27th Birthday. David was born in Wilmington Delaware and a Graduate of Howard High School of Technology. David worked as a mechanic at German Auto Works from 2014-2016 where he learned many life skills that relate to auto mechanics and he loved the opportunity to...

Carl Yung

Carl Yung

Apr 21, 2024

Carl William Yung (1961 - 2024) Carl William Yung, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, departed from this world on April 21, 2024, at the young age of 63. Born on March 13, 1961, in Baltimore, Maryland, to David and June Yung, Carl's life was a symphony of love, laughter, and creativity. As the youngest of four siblings, Carl...

Maryann Broomall

Maryann Broomall

Apr 15, 2024

Mary Ann Broomall Age 74 of Wilmington Passed away April 15, 2024 with her family by her side. MaryAnn was born and raised in Wilmington, DE. She attended Christina High School and was a proud member of the 1968 graduating class. She worked for several years at the Avon and DuPont Companies in their manufacturing departments, but her true calling...

Christopher Coyle

Christopher Coyle

Apr 9, 2024

Christopher Fitzsimmons Coyle, 46 of Wilmington, DE Chris passed away unexpectedly on April 9. Chris was a 1996 graduate of St Marks High School. He spent 26 years of his life as a dedicated employee at Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits of Delaware. He loved spending time with his fiancée, Amy, and his family, traveling, enjoying football and being outdoors....

Francis  Malloy

Francis Malloy

Mar 28, 2024

Francis X. Malloy, Age 90 of Charlestown, MD and Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side, on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Francis was born July 25,1933, to the late John and Catherine Malloy. Francis served on the Wilmington Fire Department for almost 25 years, retiring as the Deputy Chief. During his tenure he was a...

Henry Patchak

Henry Patchak

Mar 26, 2024

Henry John Patchak Age 94 of New Castle Passed away peacefully on March 26, 2024. Henry was born in Hazelton, Pennsylvania to the late Alexander and Helen (Grala) Patchak. Henry was a member of the United States Army and was honorably discharged on April 15, 1954, after serving during the Korean War. He was a member of Coast Guard Auxiliary...

Gerald  Murray

Gerald Murray

Mar 22, 2024

Gerald Michael Murray, aged 63, passed away on March 22, 2024, surrounded by his sons and siblings. He was a beloved father, brother, and uncle. Gerry was born on October 17, 1960, in Wilmington, DE where he resided his entire life. Gerry was a 1978 graduate of the esteemed Salesianum School. Master Sergeant Gerald M. Murray was a 31-year veteran...

Jean  Banaszak

Jean Banaszak

Mar 21, 2024

Jean Banaszak Age 87 of Wilmington Passed away peacefully on March 21, 2024. Jean was born in Elm, New Jersey to the late Joseph and Jennie (Amatuzio) D'Agostino. She moved to Delaware as a child and was a proud 1954 graduate of Wilmington High School. Jean married the love of her life and high school sweetheart, John W. Banaszak, on...

Joan Thielemann

Joan Thielemann

Mar 19, 2024

Joan Ann (Handlin) Thielemann Age 72 of Wilmington Passed away on March 19, 2024 with her family by her side. Joan was born in Wilmington, DE to the late Jane G. and Eugene T.Handlin, Sr. She worked at various roles in the banking industry for most of her career. She was a dedicated employee at The Associates, Citi Group, and...

Ellen Gray

Ellen Gray

Mar 12, 2024

Ellen Senkowski Gray Obituary March 12, 2024 Surrounded by family, Ellen Senkowski Gray peacefully passed away on March 12 after a long illness. Beloved by family and friends, Ellen was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and wife. Born in Philadelphia, PA and raised in Lancaster, PA, Ellen graduated from Lafayette College with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. After a...

Peggy Filippone

Peggy Filippone

Mar 5, 2024

Peggy Lee Filippone Age 73 of Wilmington, passed away on March 5, 2024. Peggy Lee Beavers was born to humble beginnings in Davy, West Virginia, making the best of what they had. When she was 8 years old, Peggy moved to Wilmington, DE., with her mother, Juanita Parker, and brother, James Davis, seeking a better life. She was a proud...

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