Kevin Finucan
Jan 29, 2022
Kevin Finucan, 55, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2022 surrounded by family. Kevin was a very talented carpenter, however in 2018 he started his own business power washing houses. When not working, Kevin loved spending time with his family, playing with his puppy Maggie, traveling, and watching sports, especially the Yankees, Dolphins and Notre...
William Brozoski
Jan 27, 2022
Please share your favorite memory of William to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.
Aaron Legrand
Jan 25, 2022
Aaron Tommy LeGrand was born in Woodbury, NJ at Underwood Memorial Hospital. Aaron was a fun and loving boy to be around, always joking and pulling pranks. Despite being stubborn, his smile could definitely light up a room. Every teacher, therapist, aide and healthcare worker he came across was always left with warmth in their heart for Aaron. Even though...
Jayne Cunningham
Jan 25, 2022
Jayne Cunningham Age 78 of Elsmere Passed away peacefully on Jan 25, 2022, in Lehigh Acres, FL. On July 5, 1943, Jayne was born in Lansdowne, PA to the late Arthur and Josephine Schiavo Haslett. She was a 1961 graduate of Lansdowne Aldan High School. In September of 1964, Jayne married the love of her life, William Cunningham. Together they...
Michael Earl
Jan 17, 2022
Michael A. Earl "Mike" age 75 passed away on January 17, 2022. Michael was born in Jersey City, New Jersey on November 13, 1946. He was a 1965 graduate of William Penn High School where he lettered in basketball and baseball. Following high school, Michael joined the United States Army. Upon returning from home, Michael went on to work for...
Patricia Lesniczak
Jan 13, 2022
Patricia Catherine Lesniczak, age 71, of Newark, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Newark, Delaware. She was born to George and Cecilia McGovern on September 20, 1950, in Wilmington. She attended school at Saint Elizabeth's school in Wilmington and graduated in 1968. She started working as a secretary at DuPont Ag Chem. On March 6, 1976, after a...
Donald Cote
Jan 12, 2022
Donald Antonio Cote, 87, passed away, peacefully, on January 12, 2022 at his home in Wilmington, Delaware. Donald was born to Elphege and Elevira Cote on August 1, 1934 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. He married Ethel (Mulcahy) Cote on September 4, 1954 and together they raised seven children and enjoyed a happy and loving marriage and hectic life. After attending...
Carol Nepi
Jan 12, 2022
Carol Frances Nepi, age 63, passed away Wednesday January 12, 2022, after a strong fought battle with ovarian cancer. She was born and raised in New Castle and loved being close in distance to her adored family members. She met her childhood sweetheart, John Nepi Jr. on Clayton Street. Living only 3 houses apart, their friendship blossomed into a lifelong,...
Beatrice Norvell
Jan 11, 2022
Beatrice Patricia "Bea-Bea" Norvell, Age 73 of New Castle Passed peacefully in the comfort of her home in New Castle on Tuesday, January 11, 2022. She was born in Delaware, to the late George and Beatrice Creswell. In 1969, Bea married her loving husband, Clinton Norvell. Together they lived in New Castle and raised their daughter, Melissa. Along her journey,...
Blanca Magana-Luna
Jan 9, 2022
San Agustin de Hipona Una flor sobre mi tumba se marchita; Una lagrima por mi recuerdo se evapora; pero una oracion Por mi alma la recibe Dios. No lloreis, amados mios, voy a unirme con Dios y os espero en el ciclo. Yo muero, pero mi amor no muere, yo os amare en el cielo como los he amado os...
Mary "Johnna" Burroughs
Jan 7, 2022
Mary "Johnna" Burroughs Age 90, passed away peacefully, on Fri., Jan. 7, 2022 in the comfort of her home, with her daughter by her side. Johnna graduated from St. Peter School, after attending grades 1 thru 12. At a high school dance, she met her future husband. Forgoing a career as a journalist, she married, John, and promptly started raising...
Robert Bamber
Jan 7, 2022
Robert D. Bamber Age 80 of Lewes Passed away on January 7, 2022. Bob, a proud native Delawarean, was born in Wilmington to the late William and Geneva (Dawson) Bamber. He was a salesman his entire career and eventually opened his own garage door company. Bob was a true patriot and faithfully served his country in the United States Air...
James Seward
Jan 6, 2022
Passed away peacefully on January 6, 2022. Jimmy was a simple man who loved horse racing. He will be missed by all that knew him. Jimmy was preceded in death by his daughter, Sherry Seward. He is survived by his sons, Charles and Joseph; his sister, Bernice Gilland (Richard); and his dear friends, Richard and Patricia Seery, and his wife,...
Christopher Oakes
Dec 31, 2021
Christopher William Oakes, age 29, passed away on 12/31/2021. Chris was the son of Kim Leahy and Tom Oakes. He was born in Chichester, PA and raised in Newark, DE. He was a graduate of Hodgson Vo Tech High School where he played Basketball and Lacrosse. Chris was a bit of a jack of all trades. He held manager positions...
Santa Mattucci
Dec 30, 2021
Age 97, of Penns Grove, NJ, died peacefully at Manor Care Rehabilitation Center on Thursday, December 30, 2021. Santa was born to Francesca DiGiulo and Franco Gioia in Valle San Giovani, Providence of Teramo located in the Central Region of Italy. She lived in Italy until 1938, when at the age of 14, she migrated to America with her brother,...
Emily Lewis
Dec 19, 2021
Emily (Mimi) A. Lewis passed into eternal rest on Sunday, December 19, 2021, at the Kutz Home surrounded by her loving family. Emily was born on July 23, 1922, in Wilmington, to Charles and Mary Allegretto. She graduated from P.S. DuPont High School class of 1941. Later that same year she was chosen as "Wilmington's Typical Girl" for the grand...
Mary Christine Byrd
Dec 18, 2021
Mary Christine "M.C." Byrd, wife, mother, grandmother, and fund-raiser extraordinaire, passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at the age of 81. She and her husband, Robert Byrd, were longtime residents of Penny Acres, Wilmington, and Queen Street, Chestertown, Maryland. She died following an extended fight with COPD while surrounded by her family at Wilmington Hospital of Christiana Care. Mary...
Tessie Grodzicki
Dec 16, 2021
On Thursday December 16, 2021, Tessie Grodzicki, age 89, passed away peacefully with loved ones by her side. Tessie was a loving wife, mother, mom-mom and gi-gi, who was devoted to her family. She was a devout Catholic and faithful member of Saint Elizabeth Parish, where she was President of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sodality. Tess worked as business manager...
Mary Episcopo
Dec 15, 2021
Mary Rose Episcopo Age 93 of New Castle Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. Mary was born to the late Joseph and Mary (Skibicki) Bonkowsk. She was the 4th of 10 children and loved growing up in Wilmington with her large close family. In her spare time Mary enjoyed going out to eat with her family. Her favorite...
Dennis Maney
Dec 15, 2021
Dennis Maney passed away on 12/15/2021 surrounded by his loving family. Dennis was born to the late Robert and Dorothy Maney on June 4th, 1962. He is survived by five sisters and brothers, Mary Ann, Robert, James, Patty, Martha Ann and David and pre-deceased by his brother Kevin. Dennis was drawn to a career in carpentry where he quickly excelled....
