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Local Obituaries from Wilmington & New Castle, DE

Lawrence  Falkowski

Lawrence Falkowski

Jan 20, 2018

Lawrence (Larry) G. Falkowski of Newark, Del. passed away peacefully in the early morning light of Saturday, January 20, 2018 surrounded by his immediate family. Having fought an incredible eleven-year battle with cancer, he was courageous and spirited until the end. He was just 60 years old. Larry was born in Wilmington, Del. on November 11, 1957, the youngest of...

Ellen Linen

Ellen Linen

Jan 19, 2018

Ellen M. Linen Age-68 Passed away at home on Friday, January 19, 2018. Ellen worked as a secretary for the State of Delaware before retiring in 2014. She loved arts and crafts, listening to music, and ballroom dancing. Ellen was devoted to her dog Bailey, and especially enjoyed time spent with family and friends. She is survived by her sister,...

Rita Minner

Rita Minner

Jan 15, 2018

Rita Mary Catherine (Rhodes) Minner Age 78 of Wilmington DE passed peacefully on January 15, 2018, surrounded by her beloved family. Rita was born in Wilmington, DE on February 2, 1939, to the late Catherine August Rhodes and Elmer Harrison Rhodes. She was a graduate of St. Elizabeth High School and went on to work at Wilmington Hospital where she...

Patricia Mccaffery

Patricia Mccaffery

Jan 12, 2018

Patricia Anne McCaffery WILMINGTON - Age 84- Passed away peacefully at Wilmington Hospital on Friday, January 12, 2018. Pat was born September 12, 1933 to John A. and Margaret M, (Long) Mulshenock in Wilmington DE. She graduated from St. Elizabeth High School in 1951, and looked forward to the last Tuesday of the month lunch gatherings with her classmates. She...

Louise Reynolds

Louise Reynolds

Jan 11, 2018

GLEN MILLS - Age 88, Passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Louise was born in Kennett Square, PA to Henry and Rose Bonifacino. She attended St. Patrick's Elementary School and Kennett Consolidated High School, and graduated from Beacon College in Wilmington, DE. She married Charles Reynolds on April 19, 1952, and together they raised their seven sons in Kennett...

Don Valencia

Don Valencia

Jan 7, 2018

Don Warren Valencia, 54 passed away unexpectedly on Sunday January 7th, 2018. Don worked in the fire protection field for many years and loved it. Don was a dedicated Eagles and Phillies fan, he loved watching games from the stands, or from his TV with friends and family even if it was just listening to them on the radio. Don...

Barbara Scout

Barbara Scout

Jan 4, 2018

Age 79, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2018, surrounded by her family. Barbara was a graduate of Mount Pleasant High School. She enjoyed gardening and reading. More than anything, she loved being a mom and thought that was the most important job she had. She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Bertram, her sister, Phyllis...

Brett Harrison

Brett Harrison

Jan 2, 2018

Brett L. Harrison, age 59, of Wilmington, DE, passed away surrounded by his family on January 2, 2018. He was born on December 29, 1958 to the late Eleanor and Allen G. Harrison. Brett was employed by Save-A-Lot before retiring. He loved his cats, fishing, and cheering on his beloved Green Bay Packers. He also had a green thumb in...

Judith Cassello

Judith Cassello

Jan 1, 2018

Judith E (Malloy) Cassello age 78, of Wilmington Delaware, passed away peacefully on Monday January 1, 2018 surrounded by her family. Judy grew up on Cedar Street and graduated from St Elizabeth High School in 1957. Judy loved living at the Little Sisters of the Poor, Jeanne Jugan Residence in Newark where she attended daily mass, prayed the rosary and...

Peter  Pittaccio

Peter Pittaccio

Dec 22, 2017

Passed away on Friday, December 22, 2017 from kidney failure. Pete was born in Camden, NJ on April 12, 1934 and was the oldest son of the late Pietro A. and Sadie (Ferri) Pittaccio. He was a 1953 graduate of Salesianum High School in Wilmington, DE. Pete was known for his infectious smile and thick curly hair. He was a...

Mary  Cummings

Mary Cummings

Dec 22, 2017

Passed away peacefully on Friday, December 22, 2017. Mary was born and raised in Wilmington, DE. She was a graduate of both St. Thomas Elementary Catholic School and Wilmington High School. Mary was a lifelong parishioner of St. Thomas R.C. Parish. She could always be found volunteering for whatever event the church was providing the community; everything from bingo to...

John  Giorgi

John Giorgi

Dec 20, 2017

John F. Giorgi Age 77 of Wilmington Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 20, 2017. John was born to the late Salvatore and Livia Giorgi. After graduating from Wilmington High School, John proudly served in the Marine Reserves. For over 43 years he worked as a computer room supervisor at the Department of Labor. He was a devoted husband, father,...

James  Higman

James Higman

Dec 18, 2017

James W. "Bill" Higman Age 85 of Wilmington Passed away peacefully on Monday, December 18, 2017 after a long illness. Bill was a graduate of Brown Vocational High School. Upon graduation he joined the United States Air Force serving as a supply sergeant. He greatly enjoyed his time in the service especially his station in Roswell, New Mexico. Once he...

John Cross

John Cross

Dec 17, 2017

John Cross, age 54, Passed away on December 17, 2017. He was born and raised in New Castle, DE to Elizabeth and Joseph Cross. John was a brick layer for over 35 years. He was an avid Philly sports fan, and he especially love the Eagles and the Phillies. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family. He...

Joan Freebery

Joan Freebery

Dec 11, 2017

Joan A. Freebery (Marcozzi) Born November 11, 1936, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2017. Joan adored her loved ones, and was always a ray of sunshine to her family. Her legacy to them is that of joy and happiness and a strong sense of family. Anyone who knew Joan, knew how much joy her family brought to her. She...

Patricia Mahoney

Patricia Mahoney

Dec 9, 2017

Patricia A. "Pat" Mahoney Age 71 Passed away on December 9, 2017. Pat retired from her printing career and her job at Kaz's liquors where she was well known. She loved going to the casino and baking, but before all she adored her grandchildren. She was a wonderful giving mother, a loving and caring mom-mom and the sweetest, doting great...

Mary  Littel

Mary Littel

Dec 6, 2017

Mary Littel Age 94 of Wilmington Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 after a brief illness. Born in Wilmington, DE on October 12, 1923 Mary was the daughter of the late Paul and Heleni (Starvrallis) Fournarakis. Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband, William, in 2002 and her three brothers, Louis, Angelo, and Anthony. She is...

Sarah Catts

Sarah Catts

Dec 3, 2017

Sarah Catts Age 63, On Sunday, December 3, 2017, the kindest, sweetest, most loving sister, aunt, niece and friend left this life. Sarah was a "second mother" to all of us, and will be greatly missed by her family whom she loved deeply. She found joy in making gifts for her loved ones and good conversations. In addition to her...

Michael  Millis

Michael Millis

Nov 26, 2017

Age 50, passed away on November 26, 2017. Michael is preceded in death by his sister, Vicki Blanco; and his father, Isaac "Bob" Millis. He will be dearly missed by his children, Michael Millis, Jr., Paige Millis, and Tara Millis; granddaughter, Sophia; mother, Shirley Millis; mother of his children, Kathleen Scott; and siblings, Donna, Chuck, Maryann, and Andrew; as well...

Daniel Givens

Daniel Givens

Nov 23, 2017

Daniel J. Givens Age 46 of New Castle Passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2017. Danny was born and raised in New Castle, DE. He was a graduate of both St. Peter the Apostle Elementary School and William Penn High School. Upon graduation Danny joined Local HVAC. He was a dedicated tin knocker for over 28 years and was most...

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