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Our Obituaries
Calvin Lee Taylor, Sr.
October 23, 1945 - March 11, 2010
Calvin Lee Taylor, Sr. (Snuffy) age 64 of Wilmington, DE passed away on March 11, 2010 in the Wilmington Hospital after a long illness. He was born on October 23, 1945 to the late Rayfield Leon Taylor and annie Taylor of Wilm., DE and predeceased by his siblings Leonard E., Louis M., Sharon M., Joyce A., Rayfield Leon Jr., and 3 infant sisters. He is survived by two sons, Calvin L. Jr.,...
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Linwood Harris
December 16, 1940 - March 10, 2010
Linwood Harris of Wilm., DE passed on Wed. March 10, 2010. Age 69. He leaves to cherish his memories, son, Shane Warren; daughter, Wanda Harris; brothers, Charles and Johnny Harris; sisters, Willie Bell Harris and Lillie Mae Holder, and other relatives and friends.
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Kenneth Walter Ward, Sr.
November 20, 1938 - March 10, 2010
son of the late Joseph W. Ward and Adelyne C. Ward was born on November 20, 1938 in Wilmington, DE. God, in his infinite wisdom called him home on Wednesday, March 10, 2010. An active member of Bethel AME Church for over 50 years, Ken was a member of numerous church ministries. He was always faithful and diligent at any task he assumed. Kenny was employed by D.A.R.T. his magnetic personaltiy...
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James Eugene Townsend
November 14, 1939 - March 9, 2010
James Eugene Townsend departed this life peacefully on March 9, 2010, surrounded by family and friends.James was born on November 14, 1939 in Wilmington, DE to the late James R. and Ardella Wiggins Townsend. He was the oldest of five children. James grew up in Wilmington, where he attended Catholic and public schools. During his early years, he was an altar boy at St. Joseph's Church where...
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Jacqueline L. Wright Evans
February 8, 1936 - March 9, 2010
On Tuesday, March 9, 2010, Jacqui departed this life to begin her eternal life in the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and loved ones who have preceded her in death. Jacqueline L. Dorsey Wright Evans began her journey on February 8, 1936 in Wilmington, Delaware. She was blessed to be born to Estella Dorsey and Isaiah Conway. She attended #29 and Howard High School. She graduated...
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Michael R.J. Hall, Sr.
January 14, 1949 - March 8, 2010
Michael R. J. Hall, Sr., age 61, of Buffalo, NY Passed away on Monday, March 8, 2010. Mike was a graduate of Chester High School. He served in the Navy and worked for Chrysler and Local 199. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Frances A. Jefferson and Roland Price; brothers, Wendell, Victor (Cherlye) and Kenneth Jefferson and sister, Brenda Jones (Alonzo) of Wilmington, DE. He is...
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Vandella E. Dorsey
February 14, 1924 - March 5, 2010
Vandella E. "Vanie" Dorsey, age 86 of Wilmington, DE went home to the Lord Friday, March 5, 2010 at Governor Bacon Nursing Center. She was predeceased in death by her sons, Benjamin, Alan and Russell "Rusty" Dorsey. She is survived by her 4 daughters, Aloma Thompson, Brenda Melton, Vandella "Chunky" Dorsey and Sheila Dorsey-Cole; 2 sons, Eugene and Michael Dorsey; 4 kids she raised as her...
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Gail Marie Cook
April 5, 1960 - March 1, 2010
Gail Marie Cook was born on April 5, 1960 to Isaiah Cook and Williemae (Hamm) Stevenson. She departed this life on March 1, 2010. She was a graduate of Wilmington High School and Delaware State University. She was employed by several banks in Delaware. She leaves to cherish her memory, son, Jermaine Daniels; daughter, Robyn Cook; devoted fiancee, Ellis Scrivens; 2 sisters, Tina Crawford...
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Anthony Nasheem Doyle
December 23, 1984 - February 28, 2010
Anthony N. Doyle, age 25 of Wilmington, loved by many, passed away on February 28, 2010. Anthony was born December 23, 1984 in Irvington, NJ. Anthony had a passion for old school cars, and was a fashion trend setter with an enthusiastic outlook on life. He was the son of Labeerah Doyle and Dwayne Franklin. Father of Xzaihvon Colon and Sir'Real Dunn; brother, Thaddeus Doyle-Franklin;...
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James Milton Jones
May 23, 1916 - February 26, 2010
James M. Jones, 93 of Wilmington, DE died 2/26/2010. He was born in Nelson County, VA and previously lived in Neptune, N.J. He was predeceased by his wife, Lucy C. Jones. Survived by daughter, Linda Mitchell (William). Services are private.
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Ernest Wilson
March 10, 1935 - February 25, 2010
Ernest Wilson, Sr., was born on March 10, 1935 in St. Petersburg, Florida to the late Fletcher and Mollie Sallie Wilson. He was one of nine children. Ernest departed this life on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 in Wilmington, DE at the age of 74. Ernest received his early education in the Florida Public School System. He worked many years in the construction industry and also as a truck...
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Leon H. Williams
November 22, 1954 - February 23, 2010
Leon H. Williams "Dirt", age 55, passed away suddenly February 23, 2010 in Woodbury, NJ. He leaves to cherish his memories, wife, Deborah Williams of Paulsboro, NJ; 3 daughters, Tanesia "Tee" Saunders (Calvin), Michelle Butler, Nicole "Beamer" Saunders of Wilmington; 2 sons, Leon Rone, Joseph Rone of Paulsboro, NJ; siblings, William Hoskins of New Mexico, Patricia James (JD) of Illinois,...
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Humphrey Roberts
February 24, 1954 - February 22, 2010
Humphrey "Hump" Roberts of Wilmington, DE passed away on February 22, 2010 peacefully at his home. He leaves to cherish his memory, sisters, Martha M. Roberts of Wilmington, DE and Katherine Gillispie of New Brunswick, NJ; 2 daughters, Helena and Crystal Broomer; 9 grandchildren; devoted friend, Doris Whibley and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
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Elder Howard A Spencer
March 4, 1915 - February 19, 2010
Howard A. Spencer, of New Castle, DE, departed into a peaceful rest at Forwood Manor, Wilmington, DE on Friday, February 19, 2010. He was the son of the late Emmanuel and Mary Spencer. Howard was united in holy matrimony to the late Mary B. Spencer. Elder Spencer was founding pastor and overseer of the National Church of God, Inc., in East New Market, Maryland where he served faithfully ...
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Davelle G. Neal
September 17, 1979 - February 17, 2010
He leaves to cherish his memories his children, Cayenne Davelle Neal, Kimora Juanita Neal and Yaaisin Jermaine Neal; his father, Robert Eugene Neal, Sr. and mother, Anita Needam; devoted friend, Char-Torya Hopkins; siblings, Carla Stevenson, Robin Neal, Robert Jr., and Aigner Neal and a host of grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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Alice Mae Gibbs
February 9, 2010 - February 9, 2010
Alice Mae Gibbs of Wilmington, De passed on February 6, 2010 at home. She leaves to mourn 2 children Yusheitn Williams, Schmeck J.(Yahaira) Pratt; grandchildren Danasha Williams, Perry Smith, Terri Smith, Patrick Mumford, Jr., Justice Pratt, Nijalei Pratt and Eddie Pratt; 4 sisters, Lucy Johnson, Gladys Wilkinson, Rev. Joyce Phillips, and Ramona Gale; 2 brothers Calvin Gale and Michael Gale; 2...
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John L. Wallace, Sr.
December 17, 1935 - February 9, 2010
John L. Wallace, Sr. went home to be with the Lord on February 9, 2010. John was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years Ruth Wallace and daughter in law Tracey. He is survived by his children, Sandra and Lisa Wallace, Terry Price (Ronald), Vanessa White (Ralph), John Wallace Jr. (Squeaky), Ronnie (Doner), Gregory(Denna), James Chester Wallace and Kevin Broomer, all of Wilmington, DE;Three...
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Brian Duane Miles, Sr.
March 18, 1989 - February 8, 2010
Brian Duane Miles, Sr. of Wilmington, DE was born March 18, 1989. He departed this life on Sun. Feb. 7, 2010. He leaves to cherish his memories his mother Pamela Miles and father Acay Peterson; his fiance, Latisha Jenkins; children, Na'zere Miles, Ja'hki Gibbs, Zavion Miles, Brianna Miles and Brian D. Miles, Jr; his grandmother, Shirley Fountain and stepfather, Antwine Covington; his...
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Darrell Jerome Swain
March 12, 1971 - February 4, 2010
He was the son of the late Annie Ruth Swain and Donald Nelson. He is a member of Miracle Temple Holiness Church Ministries, Inc. and was a minister in training. He was employed by Downtown Vision as a Safety Ambassador. Darrell is survived by his wife, Tamara Hackett Swain and four children, Victor Stokes, Elijah Swain, Bathshe' BA Swain and Sherie Swain, II;sisters and brothers, Celestine...
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Harley Smith
October 7, 1931 - February 3, 2010
Harley Albree Smith, Jr., age 78 of Wilmington, DE passed Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at Veterans Administration Hospital's Community Living Center. He Leaves to cherish his memories, 1 son, Jeffery Smith of Wilmington; 1 sister, Irene Hicks; 5 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews and other family members and friends.
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Patsy Jeffcoat
April 6, 1952 - February 2, 2010
Patsy passed suddenly on February 2, 2010. She is survived by her loving husband, Willie Jeffcoat; 4 children, Charles barber, Harold, Maurice and Charlotte Davis; 1 brother, Michael Barber; 1 sister, Vernelle Hutt and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews cousins and other family members and friends.
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George Santos
June 14, 1957 - February 1, 2010
Goerge was a chef and he loved to cook. George was employed at Libby's and later Olympics Subs & Steak He leaves to mourn sisters Margie Zayas, Iris Morales and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other family and friends.
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Bruce Wellington Taylor
March 2, 1954 - January 31, 2010
Bruce is survived by his mother, Mary L. Taylor; son, Bruce W. Taylor II; daughters, Brenda Williams Taylor and Brittany Taylor; siblings, Cynthia, Gerald, Sharon, Steve and Shawn Taylor and Tyrone Kennedy; a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
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Janice Evelyn Mcintosh
July 25, 1949 - January 25, 2010
Janice was preceded in death by her mother, Mildred Brown McCree, father, John McCree; 3 brothers; 1 sister. She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband, irvin McIntosh, Sr; 3 sons, William McCree, Irvin McIntosh (Ronnette) and Darnell McIntosh (Racquel); 2 sisters; 5 brothers; 7 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
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Sheila D. Terrell
November 27, 1955 - January 24, 2010
Sheila is survived by her mother, Sarah M. Terrell; father, Edward Boyer (Cynthia); sons, Dwight V. Terrell and Braheem R. Queen; daughter, Tia L. Queen; 5 grandchildren and a host of other family members and friends.
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Sue Carol Johnson
June 22, 1932 - January 23, 2010
Sue Carol Johnson, age 77, of New Castle, DE, passed Saturday, January 23, 2010. She is survived by her children, Kimberly Faye and Lyndon Johnson.
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Vera Pearl Briscoe
January 25, 1937 - January 21, 2010
Vera Pearl Briscoe, age 72, of Wilmington, DE passed on Thursday, January 21, 2010 at HCR Manor Care. She was predeceased in death by her father, Shelby Gipson; mother, Juanita Gipson; sons, Richard and George Gibson; sisters, Shirley White and Geraldine Myers; grandson, Dahmere Day. She leaves to cherish her memories, sons, Michael Gibson, William Benjamin; brother, Henry Walter Gipson; 11...
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Lucille Brown
July 6, 1925 - January 9, 2010
Lucille Brown departed this life January 9, 2010. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Joseph N. Brown Sr.; 6 children; 3 siblings and a host of family and friends.
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James A. Broughton
December 26, 1922 - January 6, 2010
James leaves behind to cherish his memories one daughter, Gennifer Broughton; one stepson William R. Jones (Elaine); one grandson Jamil Jones; one granddaughter, Janiya Battle. He also leaves to mourn one stepdaughter, Yolanda "Terri" Browning; one grandson Lee Wilson; one granddaughter Michell Wilson; survived by one brother, Roy Handy; and a host of other family members and friends.
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Willa Edwards
June 9, 1945 - December 28, 2009
She leaves to mourn her father Rev. Dr. C. C. Reaves; sister, Barbara "Pat"; brothers, Ted and Wayne Reaves and devoted niece Sheryl Reaves-Gordon and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Alphonsa Ovella Wilson
September 10, 1953 - December 28, 2009
Alphonsa Ovella Wilson "Fonz, Al", 56 of Newark DE departed her earthly life on December 28, 2009. She was born on September 10, 1956 in Millington, MD to Margaret Hackett and the late Leroy Wilson. She was employed as a Labor & Delivery Nurse at Christiana Hospital for 28 years, and retired in 2009. She is survived by her mother Margaret Hackett of Smyrna DE, a devoted daughter...
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Marshall L. Demby
September 4, 1957 - December 21, 2009
He leaves to cherish his memories, 2 daughters, Michelle and Denise Demby; 1 brother Anthony Demby, 4 stepdaughters; 10 grandchildren and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members and friends.
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Elnetta W. Lee
October 16, 1943 - December 18, 2009
Elnetta W. Lee of New Castle, DE, age 66, went home to be with the Lord Friday, December 18, 2009. She is survived by two daughters, Rita D. Johnson and Charlynn Porter of New Castle, DE; 5 grandchildren; sisters, Marietta Trumill, Nadine Weathersbee and Ruth Burris; brothers, Darnell and Roman Wiggs and other family members and friends.
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Mary Lena Williams
September 5, 1941 - December 13, 2009
Mary Lena Williams, age 68 was born September 5, 1941 to Madison and Willie Ozela McCall in Brooklyn, NY. She went on to be with the Lord on December 13, 2009. Mary was a dedicated employee for J.C. Penneys for over 15 years. She leaves to rejoice in her memory, 2 children, 2 stepchildren, 8 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 1 adopted daughter, 3 brothers, 1 sister and a host of nieces...
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Betty Jean Osburn
October 20, 1945 - December 10, 2009
Betty Jean Brown-Osburn, age 64 was born October 20, 1945 in Jacksonville, FL and made her transition into the arms of God on Thursday, December 10, 2009 after a long illness. She was the daughter of the late Archie and Ellen Brown. Betty received her education from the Wilmington Public Schools and attended Delaware Technical Community College. She was employed at O.I.C., the Elwyn...
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Dayveair Desmond Lamonte Golden
January 14, 1992 - December 9, 2009
Dayveair Desmond Lamonte Golden, age 17 passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at Christiana Hospital. He was born January 14, 1992 to Roger D. Hall and Yadira D. Golden in Wilmington, DE. He attended Newark High School. He was predeceased in death by his Faternal Grandmother, Zenda V. Hall; Faternal Great-Grandmother, Kathryn Ann Thomas and Maternal Great Grand Parents, Dorothy and...
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Ruth Valentina Cale
December 22, 1931 - December 9, 2009
Wife of the late William A. Cale, Sr. and Mother of Gwendolyn, Celeste Chandler, William Jr. (St. Georges), DE, Patricia, Lucinda, Pamela Todd, Robert (Emily) of Durham, NC, Michael, Sheryl and Beverly (New Castle, DE). Also survived by 18 children, 21 great grand children and a host of other family and friends.
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George Russell
April 13, 1937 - December 6, 2009
George grew p in Georgia and came to Delaware in the early years of his life. He was known as a loving and caring person. He worked hard as a tree surgeon for most of his adult life. George was born April 13, 1937 in Damascus, Georgia to the late Clint and Sally Russell. He is preceded in death by sons, Paul and Goldy Tildon; two sisters, Rosa Roberts and Leona Marshall and first wife,...
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Mary Elizabeth Gordy
May 10, 1925 - December 5, 2009
Mary Elizabeth Gordy went home to her Heavenly Father on December 5, 2009. Mary, the daughter of the late Ernest T. Turner and Elva Turner was born on May 10, 1925 in Wilmington, Delaware. She was educated in the Wilmington Public School system. She was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Bishop Lester L. Gordy, Sr. and from this union had five sons and two daughters. She was preceded in...
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Daniel Henry Harmon
June 20, 1931 - December 3, 2009
Daniel H. Harmon (Pops), age, 78, passed away Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009 at Christiana Hospital. He leaves to cherish his memories, 3 children; a host of grandchildren; great-grandchildren and other family members and friends. Services will be private.
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Frinchele Denin Hudson Goodridge
November 2, 1967 - November 29, 2009
Frinchele is survived by her father, Nathaniel Hudson; brothers, James Everett, Nathan Hudson and Allen Anderson; sister, Michele Jarmon; sister-in-law. Jackie Everett; nephew, Tyree Baise; nieces, Lakiesha Crumpler and Brianna Everett and a host of other cousins, nephews, nieces and friends.
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Helen Henry
June 5, 1942 - November 27, 2009
Helen E. Henry (Bunky), the oldest daughter of Mary E. Granberry and the late Charles Granberry, Sr., was born on June 5, 1942 in West Chester, PA. She departed this life on November 27, 2009 at Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington, DE. Helen received her education in the Chester County School System and soon thereafter was employed for 10 years at the BrynMawr Hospital as a Private Duty Nurse...
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Rayfield L. Taylor
November 13, 1941 - November 27, 2009
Rayfield Leon Taylor, Jr. born to the late Rayfield, Sr. and Annie Taylor on November 13, 1941. He leaves to cherish his memory, pre-deceased siblings Leonard E., Louis M., Joyce., Sharon M., and 3 infant sisters. He is survived by 2 sons, Sylvester "Steve" Taylor (Khimula) and Rayfield "Ray" L. Taylor, III (Beverly); 2 daughters, Faith Morris (Winfred) and Hope Hicks (Reynolds); ex-wife,...
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Blanche M. Paynter
January 25, 1912 - November 21, 2009
Blanche M. Paynter daughter of the late Harry and Lolita Lacy Perry was born on January 25, 1912 in Harbeson, DE. Blanche was preceded in death by her husband, James T. Paynter who passed away on July 24, 1993; also preceded in death by siblings brothers, Norman, Robert, Theodore, Virden, James, Luther Lee; sisters Idella, Clara, Hilda and Annie Lydia. She is survived by her daughter Bernita...
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Nathan John Lusby, Sr.
January 28, 1946 - November 20, 2009
He leaves to cherish his memories wife, Yvonne Lusby; children, Deneen S. Hart (Bryan), Nathan, Jr., and Charlene Williamson (Darrick); siblings, Theresa Holden (Lusby), Lillian Young, Charlene Walton, Rowena Spencer (Wayne); devoted niece, Valerie Williamson; 5 grandchildren and a host of other family members and friends.
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Brenda Diane Skinner
August 10, 1955 - November 17, 2009
She was born in Rocky Mount, N.C. on August 10, 1955 to the late Rosa M. Turner and the late Hinton Carter. Brenda was a graduate of Howard High School. She leaves to cherish her memories, daughter Aisha and son, Rashid Skinner; 2 grandchildren, Niyara and Nasir Skinner; brothers Robert Earl, Clarence, and Carlos; sisters Sally, Eva and Stacey and other family members and friends. Preceded...
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Martha Beatrice Owens
November 28, 1925 - November 14, 2009
Martha Beatrice Carter Owens was born to the late Olivia and Durward Carter on November 28, 1925 in Delaware. She departed this life on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at Wilmington Hospital. She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter, Carolyn Holden and her son-in-law, Lester Holden whom she called her son; one sister; one sister-in-law; one brother-in-law; one grandson and a host of...
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Mary Lee Owens Mcduffie
May 26, 1940 - November 14, 2009
Our Beloved Mary Lee Owens (McDuffie) was born May 26, 1940. She was the fifth of thirteen children to the late Josephine and Cleveland Owens in Manning, South Carolina. She was called home to be with the Lord while peacefully resting at her earthly residence on Saturday, November 14, 2009 in the presence of her loving family. She was pre-deceased by one son, Johnny McDuffie, Sr. Precious...
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Yvonne C. Hammond
March 18, 1950 - November 7, 2009
Yvonne Catherine Hammond (Stumpy) of Newark, DE, age 59, passed on Saturday, Nov. 7 at The Hillside Center in Wilmington. She was the daughter of the late Barbara O. Thomas and John Adams. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emil L. Hammond and step-son, Willis Brown. She is survived by daughter and son Gina and Louis Tiller and daughter Lynette Kent and 5 step-children; sisters,...
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Goldfield R. Tilden
October 20, 1958 - November 7, 2009
Goldfield R. Tilden was born October 20, 1958 to the late Goldfield Randolph and Josephine Tilden in Wilmington, DE. He was predeceased by his mother and father and brothers, Clarence Tilden, III and Paul Tilden. He leaves to cherish his memories, daughter, Desiree Woodruff (Kevin); 4 grandchildren; sisters, Barbara & Lydia Tilden and Patricia Morton of Delaware; brothers, Clarence Tilden II...
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David William West
June 10, 1940 - October 31, 2009
David William West peacefully entered into eternal rest surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 31, 2009. He leaves to cherish his memory, 2 sisters, Deloris Green (George Sr.), Louise Sparrow; niece, Sherita Sparrow; nephews, George Green, Jr. (Deanna), David Green (Phyliss) and Jaymarr Sparrow; great niece, Asaiahya Green; great nephews, Rahim Banks and Rahman Banks; god-sister, Essie...
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Ervin Kendale Lamote Brower
January 26, 1982 - October 31, 2009
Erving Kendale-Lamonte Brower, Sr. of Richmond, VA (raised in Middletown, DE), age 27 suddenly passed on Saturday, October 31, 2009 in Richmond, VA. He leaves to cherish his memories, beloved son Ervin Kendale-Lamonte Brower, Jr. (Lil'Erv); loving father and mother Ervin C. Brower, Jr and Rudolph Eugenia Saunders-Brower; loving sister Geneen Nichole Brower and a host of other family member...
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Wesley Edward Johns
November 3, 1939 - October 30, 2009
Wesley E. Johns, age 70 of New Castle, DE went home to be with Lord on October 30, 2009 at Riverside Hospital. Born November 3, 1939 to the late Harley and Helen Johns. Husband to Regina C. Johns; 8 daughters and one son; 2 son-laws and 36 grandchildren.
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Vetra Luease White
July 29, 1941 - October 25, 2009
Vetra L. White, daughter of Joel L. Harrison and Jessica L. Brooks was born July 29, 1941 in Ruston, Louisiana. She was called home on October 25, 2009 while at the Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington, DE at the age of 68. She was predeceased in death by her father, Joel L. Harrison; mother, Jessica L. Brooks and step=son, Larry Ridgell. She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Walter...
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Shirley R. Taylor
October 5, 1945 - October 25, 2009
Shirley R. Taylor of Wilmington, DE was born to Richard D. Jackson, Sr. and Elizabeth Noles Jackson on October 5, 1945 in Wilmington, DE. She leaves to cherish her loving memories; her one and only son, Troy M. Talor; daughter-in-law, Valerie R. Taylor; 3 brothers, Eugene Dorsey, Richard D. Jackson Jr. and Theodore Jackson; 1 sister, Deborah R. Jackson; aunts, Peggy, Eaddie and Mildred; 2...
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Jacqueline Mccluney
April 19, 1970 - October 22, 2009
Jacqueline Gwen McCluney was born to Amos and the Late Georgia McCluney, Jr on April 19, 1970 in Wilmington, De. She was a graduate of Brandywine High School, class of 1988 and attended the University of Delaware. Jacqueline was preceeded in death by her mother, Georgia MCCluney, her sister Shelagh McCluney Parks. She is survived by her father Amos B. McCluney, Jr., brother SFC Amos B....
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Richard Vanengle Jones
December 17, 1958 - October 22, 2009
On Thursday, October 22, 2009, Richard V. Jones went home to Glory. Richard or "Rick" was born on December 17, 1958 to the late Robert Joseph and Jacqueline (Overall) Jones in Boston, MA. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Joseph Jones, Jr. Richard is survived by God's helpmate (Genesis 2:18) of nearly 20 years, Adeana Copeland; children, Michael Jones (mother, JoAnne Hunter),...
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Phyllis A. Mitchell
October 22, 1930 - October 18, 2009
Phyllis A. Mitchell, age 79, departed this life October 18, 2009. She leaves to cherish her memories, son, Oscar R. (Skeeter) Henry; granddaughters, LaKisha Henry, DaShawn Urquhart and Brittanni Barnes; great-grandsons, Kesean and Nyveon; great-granddaughter, Samisha; sister, Althea E. Cale, with whom she lived; brothers, Winfield Henry of Ohio and Leonard Henry (Martha) of Wilmington;...
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Donnie Mae Robinson
March 7, 1917 - October 15, 2009
Donnie Mae Robinson of Wilmington, DE, age 92, passed Thursday, October 15, 2009 at Kentmere Nursing Care. Daughter of the late Joseph and Bessie Lewis, born in Spotsylvania County, Virginia. She was predecease by her husband, Willie Robinson and son, Willie S. Robinson. Her memories will be cherished by her devoted daughter-in-law, Georgia M. Robinson; 1 granddaughter, Shirley Y. Williams;...
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Stewart Duckery
January 26, 1966 - October 15, 2009
Stewart "Bill" William Duckery, son of the late Joan and Henry Duckery was born January 26, 1966 in Elkton, MD at Union Hospital. Stewart received his education in Cecil County Public Schools. He worked doing domestic and construction work. Bill as his family and friends knew him was a dedicated and very loyal friend. He was liked and loved by all who knew him. He is also preceded in...
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Bessie S. Williams
October 24, 1918 - October 10, 2009
Bessie S. Williams, daughter of the late Emmanuel and Mary Spencer, affectionately known as "Auntie" was born October 24, 1918 in Pondtown, MD. She departed into a peaceful rest at Heartland Hospice in Newark, DE on Saturday, October 10, 2009. Bessie received her education in Delaware and Chester, PA school systems. Bessie was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Robert A. Williams. She...
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Juanita S. Baine
November 5, 1942 - October 3, 2009
Juanita Singleton Baine, the first child of of Ernest who preceded her in death, and Bertha Singleton, came into the world on November 5, 1942. She was born and raised in Chester, Pennsylvania. "Bambi as she was affectionately called by her family and friends, departed this life on Saturday, October, 3, 2009 at the Crozer Chester Medical Center in Upland, Pennsylvania. Sorely missed, as...
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Mary Jane Cole
August 5, 1940 - September 30, 2009
Mary Jane Cole of Wilmington, DE, age 69, passed on Wednesday, September 30, 2009. Mary was born August 5, 1940 in Bells, TN to Leroy Cole and Maxine Cole McDermott. She worked for Avon for 37 years and retired from there 6 years ago. Mary was preceded in death by her father, Leroy Cole; son, Ricky Cole and brother, Jimmy Cole. She leaves to cherish her memories, mother, Maxine Cole...
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Frances C. Collins
July 2, 1935 - September 30, 2009
Frances leaves to cherish her memories 3 sons, Robert (Arlene), Larry Collins and Parris Dorsey (Charlene); 3 daughters, Deborah, Harriett Collins and Mildred Turner; sister, Jeanette Johnson Cluff; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; devoted friends, Elizabeth White and Margaret Jones, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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Mark Kent Black Wilson
January 28, 1961 - September 27, 2009
Mark Black Wilson "Mark in the Dark" was born January 28, 1961 in Kent Count Maryland and departed this life on September 27, 2009 in Wilmington, DE. Mark was educated in the Kent County High School Systems. He enjoyed playing cards, shooting pool and fixing things. He was a devoted friend to everyone he came in contact with. Mark was employed at various jobs, Prices Corner Car Wash and...
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Mary A. Wilmore
December 9, 1922 - September 24, 2009
Mary Anner Wilmore, of Wilmington, DE, age 86, who was born December 12, 1922 in Virginia to the late Herman B. and Mabel G. Oliver, passed Thursday, September 24, 2009 at Christiana Hospital. She graduated from Nottaway Training School. She was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church and later became a member of Coleman Memorial UM Church where she was affiliated with the United Methodiat...
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Berdine A. Lee, Jr.
March 24, 1968 - September 23, 2009
Berdine A. Lee, Jr. "Scrappy", age 41 of Wilmington, DE went home to be with the Lord, September 23, 2009 at his home. He was the son of the late Berdine A. Lee, Sr. He leaves to cherish his memory, his mother, Ernestine L. Lee; 4 sisters, Mercedes Lee, Lottette Lee, Yvette Lee and Bernita Jenkins all of Wilmington, DE; 4 brothers, Shaun Lee, Darnell Lee, David Lee and Andre Jenkins all of...
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Carrie B Hoocker Mitchell
April 2, 1947 - September 22, 2009
Carrie B. Hocker Mitchell of Wilmington, DE, age 62, passed Tuesday, September 22, 2009 surrounded by family and friends. She leaves to cherish her memories, her beloved husband, George Mitchell; a daughter, Nichole Hocker; 2 grandsons, Tyrese and Zy'mere; 4 step-children, LaQuinta Pinkston, Aretha Jones, Parrish and Yarnell Mitchell; 1 brother, Earl Hocker of Cincinnati, Ohio; 5 sisters,...
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Denise R. Wisher
November 11, 1960 - September 21, 2009
Denise Regina Wisher "Nisey", age 48, passed on Monday, September 21, 2009 in Newark, DE. Beloved daughter of Johnson and Shirley Wisher; beloved mother of Latasha, Nakeisha and Johnathan Wisher; sister of Andre, Dwayne, Shawn and the late Michael D. Wisher; also survived by 2 granddaughters, Malaya Helm-Wisher and Jaliyah Williams; 4 aunts; 3 uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins...
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Charles E. Ridgeway
August 9, 1924 - September 21, 2009
Charles E. Ridgeway also known as "Charley" was born August 8, 1924. He departed this life on Monday, September 21, 2009. He was educated in Townsend, DE and later began working on the chicken farm of the Robinson family. Charley then decided to serve his country and went into the Army where he served in the Philippines. After his discharge he returned to work on the Robinson Farm. In the...
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Christine White
July 30, 1950 - September 20, 2009
Christine (Tina) Harris White, age 59 was called home by her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 20, 2009 at Wilmington Hospital. Born to the late Mary and Tom Snow. She is survived by her husband, Standforth White; mother of Lawrence and Katrina Harris; grandmother of Kaneisha Harris and George Johns, Jr.; 8 sisters; 1 brother and a host of neices, nephews
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Dorkis Linda Donald
September 7, 1954 - September 18, 2009
Dorkis L. Donald (Linda) age 55, died September 18, 2009 at home. Dorkis was raised and educated in Wilmington, Delaware. At the time of death she was a house wife. Dorkis was preceded in death by her parents, Emory Woodard Jr. and Dorothy Woodard. Dorkis is survived by her husband William Frank Donald, 2 sons; Julian E. Jackson Jr.(Michele) and Terrell L. Woodard, 2 grandchildren; Jaylea...
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Bryan Keith Thomas
June 30, 1964 - September 17, 2009
Age 45, of Wilmington, DE, passed Thursday, September 17, 2009 at Franciscan Center, Hockessin, DE. Bryan was preceded in death by his father, Jerome Thomas, mother, Sandra V. Thomas and brother, Michael L. Thomas. Bryan leaves to cherish his memories, sister, Charlayne R. Thomas; nieces, Kendra R. Thomas and Loryne M. Smith; nephew, Michael Smith and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and...
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Odell Parker
October 19, 1937 - September 17, 2009
Odell Parker, age 72, of Wilmington, DE departed this life on Thursday, September 17, 2009 peacefully among his children at the Christiana Hospital in Newark, DE. He was the sone of the late Eva Mae Suggs and Shannon Parker. Odell was afaithful and dedicated employee of The Ministry of Caring located in Wilmington, DE. Along with his mother and father, his beloved stepmother, Lillie Parker...
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David Grier
October 9, 1955 - September 13, 2009
David Grier "Bob Love" of Wilmington, DE passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at home at the age of 53. He was born on October 9, 1955 in Sandersville, GA to the late Bobby Grier, Sr. and Rosie Lee Grier. He graduated from P.S. DuPont High School and immediately joined the Air Force serving in Vietnam and discharged as a Sergeant. David worked as a medical records clerk at...
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Serena Michelle Peterson
April 22, 1985 - September 13, 2009
Serena Michelle Peterson of New Castle, DE. Age 24 passed Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009. in New Castle, DE. Serena is the daughter of Louis Abraham Peterson, Jr. and Brenda Louise Peterson who was born April 22, 1985 in Christiana Hospital. She attended McCullough Elementary and Christiana School District for High Schools. She is married to Victor Nwobado July 24, 2003. Serena worked as a toll...
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Johnny E. Brown
March 25, 1952 - September 12, 2009
Johnny E. Brown of Wilmington, DE. Age 57 passed Sat. Sept. 12, 2009 at St. Francis Hospital. Burial will be private. He leaves to cherish his memories wife Melanie; son Dwayne; 3 aunts, Betty Johnson, Listeen Mitchell and Fay Brown; 1 uncle James Brown and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
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Lela Romeo
July 20, 1908 - September 10, 2009
Age 101, went Home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 10, 2009. She was born in Blackville, South Carolina to the late James and Almetter Jackson, and was the wife of the late Richard Romeo and the mother of the late Detrick Romeo. She leaves to cherish her memory, her brother, Lafayette Jackson of New York; 9 grandchildren and their spouses, Richard Romeo (Rosalyn) of Texas, Lela...
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