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Local Obituaries from Wilmington & New Castle, DE
Michael Williams
Nov 30, 2015
Cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away on November 30, 2015 surrounded by loved ones. A life-long Delaware resident, Michael was born in Wilmington on July 5, 1953 and was the loving son of Michael John (DiGuglielmo) Williams, Sr. and Teresa (Biscoe). He was a devoted husband and will be dearly missed by his wife of 33 years,...
Bruce Ruoff
Nov 28, 2015
Age 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 28, 2015. Bruce was born in Philadelphia to Martin J. and Helen A. (Dent) Ruoff. He graduated from North East High School in Philadelphia, where he was a member of the cast and dancing chorus for the NE Revue. He joined the U.S. Naval Reserve in 1948 and served as an aviation...
Helen Hazewski
Nov 28, 2015
Helen Mae Hazewski, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away on Nov. 28, 2015, after a long illness. Helen was born June 9, 1927 in Wilmington and resided here all her life. She was preceded in death by her parents ("Mac" and Nellie McElwee), and siblings, William and Betty. Helen is survived by her husband, Daniel K. Hazewski,...
Stephen Loncki
Nov 28, 2015
Stephen J. Loncki Age 54 of New Castle Passed away on November 28, 2015 after fighting courageously with injury and adversity for four years. Steve graduated from Salesianum School in 1979, along with four first cousins. Steve's family is just that big. Steve worked as a carpenter for Brosius-Eliason and eventually became an expert, independent home remodeler. He was a...
Sharon Clough
Nov 27, 2015
Age 58, passed away at Seasons Hospice at Christiana Hospital on Fri., Nov. 27, 2015. All services will be private. Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home 302.994.9614 www.delawarefuneral.com
Steven Sparks
Nov 25, 2015
Left us on November 25,2015. Steven was a 1998 graduate of William Penn High School. While at William Penn, he was a member of the swimming and lacrosse teams. Steven was also awarded the opportunity to study abroad in Germany, where he was able to immerse himself in the rich German culture. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Electrical and...
Jane Holliday
Nov 24, 2015
Passed away at Christiana Hospital on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 surrounded by her four children. Jane was born to the late Harold and Florence Heycock in Summit Hill, PA on Christmas Day, 1931. She met the love of her life, Alfred Holliday, in elementary school. They attended school together until graduation from Summit Hill High. Upon graduation, Jane went to...
Edward Sharkey
Nov 23, 2015
Edward M. Sharkey Age 66 – Wilmington Went to be with the Lord and his beloved wife, Joan, on Monday, November 23, 2015. Shark graduated from Salesianum School in 1967 and attended the University of Delaware. He was a member of IBEW 313 for 40 years as a master electrician. He married the love of his life, Joan, in 1981....
James Stewart
Nov 9, 2015
Age 76 of Wilmington, DE Passed away peacefully on Monday, November 9, 2015. Jim was a simple man who was a true outdoorsman. Whether hunting, or fishing, or just being at work on the dairy farm, Jim loved being outside. He also enjoyed visiting antique auctions and was always on the hunt for the perfect find. He was a perpetual...
Marilyn Lynch
Nov 6, 2015
Passed away Friday, November 6, 2015. Marilyn was born on November 2, 1926 in Sayre, PA. She was the daughter of the late Andrew C. and Gladys I. (Bush) Bustin. Upon retiring from Star Savings and Loan in 1990, Marilyn spent her time gardening and traveling. She enjoyed many winters in Arizona and immersed herself in Southwest history and culture....
Wendy Luoma
Nov 5, 2015
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at Heartland Hospice with her husband, Jeff, by her side, after a valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. Wendy was born in Rockford, Illinois, the daughter of Leslie G. Graper, Jr. and Carolyn Sebold Graper. Wendy graduated cum laude from West Chester University with a degree in elementary education. Most of her 35...
Helen Bailey
Nov 3, 2015
Helen J. Bailey Age 81, passed away peacefully at Renaissance Rehabilitation in Millsboro on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Helen began her career as a cook at A I duPont Institute for Children. She retired from the Wilmington Shop after 20 years of service. She was a member of the Red Hat Society when she resided at the Brandywine Springs Nursing...
Jeffery Cronholm
Oct 31, 2015
In leiu of flowers the family asks contributions be made to the Ava Cronholm Trust. Please make checks payable to Ava Cronholm Trust, 4 Lisa Beth Drive, Dover NH 03820. Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home www.delawarefuneral.com 302-994-9614
Helen Daniels
Oct 25, 2015
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 25, 2015. Helen was born to the late Pietro and Marie (Piccioni) Camelo on January 16, 1923. She married the love of her life Ellsworth Daniels. Together they lived and raised their children in New Castle. Helen was a talented homemaker, she devoted her life to caring for her family. Helen was most at...
Alfreda Staniszewski
Oct 24, 2015
Alfreda B. Staniszewski Age 95, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 24, 2015. Relatives and friends are invited to the Service on Thursday, October 29, at 11:00 am at Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home, 1400 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington. A viewing will take place at the funeral home on Thursday morning from 10:00-11:00. Interment will be private. Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home 302.994.9614...
William Cunningham
Oct 23, 2015
William J. Cunningham, III Passed away on Friday, October 23, 2015 at Christiana Hospital. Billy was born in Philadelphia, and was the son of Jayne E. (Haslett) and William J. Cunningham, Jr. He graduated from Wilmington High School and Johnson & Wales College in Providence, RI. He worked as a seafood manager at Pathmark and was a part-time caterer. He...
Hilma Nolan
Oct 20, 2015
Hilma R. Nolan Passed away peacefully at home on Tues., Oct. 20, 2015. Hilma was born on June 19, 1930 in Greenbrier County, WV to the late Newton Warren and Rosa Mable (Hinkle) Higginbotham. She loved to travel and was an avid reader. She was happiest when surrounded by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her...
Bertha Gearhart
Oct 19, 2015
Passed away at Christiana Hospital on Monday, October 19, 2015. Bertha was the daughter of Richard and Bertha (Stoepke) Ludtke. She was born and raised in Wilmington, and was a graduate of Goldey-Beacom College. She loved arts and crafts, especially crocheting and sewing. She was a loving homemaker and cooked everything from scratch. She was able to play 12 different...
Edward Pawlowicz
Oct 18, 2015
Edward "Ed" J. Pawlowicz Age: 82 New Castle, DE Ed passed into his next life peacefully on Sunday, October 18th, 2015. Ed was born in South Wilmington and loved to travel. He motored across the United States twice, spent time in Florida for a few months every year, and spent many family vacations in Dewey Beach. He was a member...
Loretta Cook
Oct 10, 2015
Passed away suddenly on October 1, 2015 at the age of 81. Loretta was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Loretta was a lifelong resident of New Castle, and was a member of St. Peter the Apostle Church from where she graduated High School in 1952. Loretta worked as a bookkeeper for the Brandywine Race Track and then for the...
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