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Local Obituaries from Wilmington & New Castle, DE

Mark  Farnlof

Mark Farnlof

Oct 31, 2024

All services for Mark will be held privately.

Curtis Cuff

Curtis Cuff

Oct 30, 2024

Curtis Joseph Cuff, born on July 23, 1966, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was a man of unwavering dedication, kindness, and strength. Known for his ability to connect, socializing was his superpower—Curtis could strike up a conversation with anyone and easily made friends everywhere he went. He was also a man who did not mince his words. He was the only child...

Ellen Bleacher

Ellen Bleacher

Oct 30, 2024

Ellen P. Bleacher Age 69 of Wilmington Passed away peacefully at home on October 30, 2024. Ellen was the was born in Wilmington to Susan and Cornelius Lehane. She enlisted in the United States Army and faithfully served her country during Desert Storm. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Bleacher; her father, Cornelio's Lehane; and brother, Cornelius...

Ellen Webster

Ellen Webster

Oct 28, 2024

Ellen Mary Webster, beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away suddenly at her home in Wilmington, Delaware, on October 28, 2024, at the age of 70. Born on September 11, 1954, in State College, Pennsylvania, Ellen was the eldest of five siblings and a vibrant presence in her family. Ellen grew up in Wilmington, graduating from Brandywine High School before...

Rosemary Mcclain

Rosemary Mcclain

Oct 27, 2024

Rosemary (Cattivera) McClain passed away peacefully at home on October 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 8, 1934, in Monaca, PA. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Michael, and children, Michelle, Karen Johnstone (Russell), Michael, Jr. (Patricia), Mary J. Middleton, Patrick (Cecilia), Brian (Christy) and Colleen Holstein (Greg). In addition, she...

Sandra  Mcnally

Sandra Mcnally

Oct 24, 2024

Sandra J. McNally passed away on October 24. She was 86. Nothing was more important to Sandy than family and faith. By her own account, she married the man of her dreams, John (Jack) King McNally, in June 1957, and four children soon followed. She was a devout catholic and a member of St. Peter the Apostle RCC. Sandy left...

Paul Mahoney

Paul Mahoney

Oct 23, 2024

Paul "Midge" Mahoney Age 90 of Wilmington A lifelong, 90-year resident of the 40 Acres community of Wilmington, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024, at his daughter's home in Milton, DE. Paul was a faithful, lifelong member of St. Ann's Church, Wilmington, a graduate of St. Ann's School and proud alumnae of Salesianum, class of 1952. His career in...

Teresa  Breslin

Teresa Breslin

Oct 23, 2024

Teresa Ann Breslin Age 57 of Dagsboro Passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2024. Teresa was born the second of three daughters to the late Peter and Anita (Albers) Breslin. Teresa was a happy soul. She loved all things Disney, especially Minnie Mouse. She loved to watch Paw Patrol every day. Teresa loved her dogs, Angel, Lucy, and...

Anthony Dijiacomo

Anthony Dijiacomo

Oct 20, 2024

Anthony Martin DiJiacomo Age 58 Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 22, 2024. He will be dearly missed. All services will be held privately.

Kathleen Meadows

Kathleen Meadows

Oct 14, 2024

Kathleen Meadows Age 81 of Wilmington, DE Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on October 14, 2024. Kathleen was born in Wilmington to the late Frank and Barbara (Bramble) Harrison, Jr. She was a proud 1961 graduate of Conrad High School. On November 9, 1963, Kathleen married the love of her life, John Meadows. Together they shared...

Gerald  Baker

Gerald Baker

Oct 9, 2024

Gerald J. Baker Age 92 of Elsmere Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Gerald was a dedicated employee of Westing House Electric for over 30 years. He was immensely proud of his career. His favorite pastime was fishing and would have fished every single day if he could. He was preceded in death by his wife,...

Frances Chew

Frances Chew

Oct 5, 2024

Frances Emma (Swarter) Chew Age 77 of Wilmington Passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Frances was born on March 19, 1947 to the late Francis A. and Emma Oleita (Knight) Swarter. She grew up in Wilmington attending St. Paul's Grade School and was a proud graduate of Corpus Christi High School. In 1966 Frances married the love of her...

Mary  Gaworski

Mary Gaworski

Oct 4, 2024

Mary Theresa Gaworski Age 73 of Wilmington Passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Friday, October 4, 2024. Mary was born in New Castle to the late John and Mary (McCaffery) Gaworski. She was a proud graduate of St. Peter's High School and went onto study accounting at Goldey Beacom College. Mary always had a knack for numbers and...

Peggy  Kirkley

Peggy Kirkley

Oct 2, 2024

Peggy Sue Kirkley Age 72 of New Castle Passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Peggy was born on December 10, 1951, to the late Robert and Jeanette (Rogers) Stoneberger. She was a proud lifelong resident of New Castle, DE. Peggy attended William Penn High School. On June 28, 1969, Peggy...

Elizabeth  Mclaughlin

Elizabeth Mclaughlin

Sep 30, 2024

Elizabeth Ann McLaughlin (Sissy), born October 19, 1935, in Wilmington De passed away peacefully on Monday, September 30th, 2024, at Shipley Living. Elizabeth was a special education teacher at Baltz Elementary School for over 35 years. She also lovingly cared for her brother, John McLaughlin, after her father, Mark McLaughlin, died. After retirement, Sissy achieved her master's degree in education...

William Layer

William Layer

Sep 26, 2024

William E. Layer Age 81 of New Castle Passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024 Bill was born and raised in Southern New Jersey. He joined the United States Army after graduation and faithfully served his country. Once Bill returned home, he settled in Delaware. Bill went to work for Ametek Corporation retiring after 34 years of dedicated service. He...

Donald Celli

Donald Celli

Sep 20, 2024

Donald D. Celli Died September 20, 2024 in Melbourne, FL Born in New Castle, Delaware on August 21, 1938 to the late Lou "King" Celli and Regina Jeffery Celli. He was a 1956 graduate of St. Peter's High School and served eight years in the 287th Army Band of the Delaware Army National guard. Don worked as a Lab Technician...

Richard  Herold

Richard Herold

Sep 19, 2024

Richard A. Herold (Dick), 85 from Elsmere Delaware, died peacefully on September 19, 2024 after a long battle with heart failure. Dick was born on June 9, 1939 and was the fourth son of Walter and Anna Herold. Dick was a loving family man and a huge pillar in his community. Dick grew up in Elsmere Delaware and graduated from...

Susan Cribb

Susan Cribb

Sep 12, 2024

Susan Ann Cribb (Walbeck) passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 12, 2024 in hospice surrounded by her family. Susan was born on February 26, 1960 to Jim and Euva Walbeck in Elkton Maryland and was raised in Marshallton Delaware where the family home still resides as well as many friends that have turned into family over the years. Susan graduated...

Matthew  Smith

Matthew Smith

Sep 6, 2024

Matthew U. Smith, Sr. Age 92 of New Castle Passed away peacefully on Friday, September 6, 2024. Matthew was born in Pottsville, PA to the late Andrew and Margaret (Bonner)m Smith. He enjoyed his childhood growing up with his three sisters in Buck Run, PA. The family moved to Delaware in Matthew's teenage years. He was a proud 1950 graduate...

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