Irene Olszewski
Sep 24, 2017
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 24, 2017 at The Summit in Hockessin, DE. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, Henry. Irene is survived by her son, Gerard Olszewski (Kathy); daughter, Diane Alvini (Gabe); 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend...
Elmer Rock
Sep 23, 2017
Passed away on September 23rd, 2017 at Seasons Hospice in Christiana, DE after a brief illness. Elmer was born in Freeland, PA on November 5th, 1927 son of George and Mary Rock. He married Lucy Baroski in 1951. Elmer was very proud to serve his country first joining the Merchant Marines in 1944 followed by the Army of the United...
John Houghton
Sep 19, 2017
Received his eternal reward on September 19, 2017. He proudly served as a Corporal in the US Marine Corp. from 1954-1962. He was a member of Local 74, and a lifetime parishioner of Corpus Christi R.C Church. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, quick wit, and willingness to help family, friends, and neighbors. Jack is preceded in...
John Curtis
Sep 17, 2017
John Robert (Sonny) Curtis Jr of New Castle Passed away on September 17, 2017. John was born in Chester, PA and was a graduate of Widener College. Like so many of his era, John was drafted into the Army. He spent time at Fort Gordon, GA and Fort Richardson, AK. In August of 1961, John was honored as Soldier of...
Robert Beach
Sep 9, 2017
Robert J Beach, age 82, passed away peacefully on 9/9/17 at Seasons Hospice. Robert "Bob" was born in 1935 to Robert and Charlotte Beach, of Dover New Jersey. He graduated from Baltimore Polytechnic High School, then went on to graduate from the University of Maryland in 1954 with a degree in mechanical engineering. He was a record holding swimmer in...
Harvey Fisher
Sep 7, 2017
Passed away at his home on September 7, 2017. Harvey was born in Tremont, PA to the late Laura and Harvey Fisher. He moved to Wilmington in 1964 and was employed by Wilmington General Hospital, Episcopal Church Home, and Brandywine School District. Harvey's volunteerism and devotion to his church was remarkable. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He...
Robert Nelson
Sep 6, 2017
Robert "Bob" Nelson, 94, of Wilmington, DE, Passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, with his children by his side. Bob was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, son of Heber and Florence (Welte) Nelson. He was a graduate of P.S. DuPont High School, a Navy serviceman during World War II, and founder/owner of Tri-Color, Inc., a photo processing and...
Madeline Bordonaro
Sep 5, 2017
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. Madeline was born on November 14, 1916, to the late Bartolomeo and Theresa Gioia Malatesta. Mal was raised on 12th Street in Wilmington surrounded by her large Italian Catholic family and many friends. As a young woman, Madeline worked at the Grand Laundry, Parkway Dry Cleaners, and at Brandywine Valley Caters. Life...
Elsie Mills
Sep 3, 2017
Passed away at home on Sunday, September 3, 2017. Elsie was a native of Delaware and former longtime resident of Elsmere. She was a life member of Elsmere Fire Company #1 Ladies Auxiliary. Family was always her top priority, from her beloved Ray (with whom she is now reunited) to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They surely will miss their...
Michelle Fiducioso
Sep 1, 2017
Michelle Fiducioso Age 44 of Wilmington Passed away on September 1, 2017 Michelle was a graduate of Delcastle High School with a concentration in cosmetology. Upon graduation Michelle worked at several different delis, including Alpha Pizza and Party Pizza. She loved working there and all her employers took notice of her special talents. Most recently, Michelle was employed by the...
Ruthann Martin
Aug 28, 2017
Ruthann Renee Martin (Tingle) age 51 of Wilmington, DE Passed away on Monday, August 28, 2017 surrounded by family after a short and courageous battle with cancer. Renee was born and raised in Wilmington, DE and worked for nearly 20 years as a lab technician for DuPont Chestnut Run. She enjoyed spending time at the beach and her Thrashers French...
Barbara Kibblehouse
Aug 25, 2017
Barbara F. Kibblehouse New Castle, DE Born on August 28, 1931 passed away on August 25, 2017 with her family by her side. Barbara was born in Wilmington, Delaware, the daughter of Joseph H. and Marie E. Fox. Barbara graduated from Ursuline Academy and spent the next two years working in Chicago with the Young Christian Workers. Barbara worked for...
Leo Barrett
Aug 21, 2017
Leo L. Barrett III, 67 Passed away suddenly on August 21, 2017. Leo was born on May 20, 1950 in Somerville Massachusetts, to the late Rev. Leo L. Barrett Jr. and Nancy Elizabeth Barrett (nee Brown). He was a graduate of Governor Dummer Academy in Byfield, Massachusetts, and went on to attend Beloit College and The University of Delaware. In...
Francis Brady
Aug 17, 2017
Francis A. Brady, Jr. 84 Wilmington Francis A. Brady, Jr. "Fran" passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, August 17th, 2017. He was born in Wilmington on November 17, 1932. Fran graduated from Salesianum High School in 1950. He served in the United States Coast Guard during the Korean War. Fran married his high school...
Stella Lotierzo
Aug 15, 2017
STELLA GRAZIOSI LOTIERZO 90 1926 - 2017 On August 15, God called his beloved Stella home. Stella was loved and admired by all who knew her. A gifted story teller, Stella's fondest memories were told in tales of life on her grandmother's farm and family gatherings with never-ending feasts. As a devoted mother and successful business woman, Stella served as...
Jesse Steele
Aug 14, 2017
Jesse Steele age 22 of Camden NY, formerly of New Castle, passed away on August 14, 2017. Jesse was born and raised in New Castle, DE. He also lived in Florida, as well as New York with his family. He enjoyed watching UFC and MMA fighting as well as playing his X-Box and baseball. Jesse loved taking selfies and he...
Mabel Valko
Aug 13, 2017
Mabel "Gracie" Valko Age 97 of Wilmington Peacefully joined her love and best friend Nick on Sunday, August 13, 2017. Gracie was born on July 21, 1920 in Pittsburg, PA. With her family, she moved to Delaware in 1924 for health reasons. She met her beloved Nick through his brother, George. When she saw a picture of Nick it was...
Jill Diangelo
Aug 11, 2017
Jill (Roach) DiAngelo Age 55 – New Castle Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 11, 2017. A lifelong resident of New Castle, Jill was a graduate of St. Peter Grade School, William Penn High School, and Del Tech CC. She worked for several law firms in the Wilmington area. Jill was a longtime member of St. Anthony's Club...
Leon Wasno
Aug 9, 2017
Passed away peacefully at Seasons Hospice Christiana Hospital on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 following a brief illness. Born and raised in McAdoo, PA, Leon was a 1951 graduate of McAdoo High School where he excelled at football and basketball. Upon graduation, he moved to Delaware and enlisted in the Army during the Korean War. On May 10, 1958, he married...
Thomas Chew
Aug 6, 2017
Thomas A. Chew, Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 6, 2017 Tom was born in Wilmington, DE to the late Walbert and Frances Chew. He attended Corpus Christi and Oak Grove elementary schools and was a graduate of Conrad High School in 1965. He went on to become a firefighter for the City of Wilmington Fire Dept. and...
