John Joseph Johnson

  John  “Jack” Joseph Johnson, age 76, of Elkton, Maryland, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024. Born on February 13, 1948, in Wilmington, Delaware, he was the beloved son of the late Wesley and Mary (née Bilderback) Johnson. John was a proud graduate of Elkton High School, Class of 1966. Following graduation, he began… Read more »

Gerald Robert Goodchild Sr

Gerald Robert Goodchild SR. Passed from this life on Monday January 6, 2025. He is survived by his daughter Mildred Louise Castro (Honey) He is also survived by his loving grandchildren, Maria A. Castro-Walls, Martin H. Castro, and Sheila A. Castro, he is survived by his 10 Great grandchildren, and his Great Granddaughter. Gerald is also… Read more »

Anny Ridder Cordova

Anny Ridder Cordova, beloved matriarch, friend and community member passed away peacefully on Christmas Day at the age of 93. Born on April 23, 1931 in Quito, Ecuador, Anny was the cherished daughter of Augusto and Mercedes Amelia (nee Ribadeneira) Ridder.  As a child, she was a loving and nurturing person, caring for animals, especially… Read more »

Sherdeana M. Gravely

Sherdeana M. Gravely, the third of eleven children born to the late Charles and Channie White was born on August 10, 1943 in Ashland, West Virginia.  Sherdeana, affectionately known as Dean, weighed less than two pounds, thus landing her the name of “Shoe Baby” because she could fit in a shoebox. Sherdeana received her primary… Read more »

Jacqueline Stewart Thompson

Jacqueline Stewart Thompson passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at 98. Born September 20, 1926, she was a long-time resident of Wilmington, Delaware. Jackie graduated from Conrad High School in 1944 and attended Mary Washington University, where she perfected her skills as a gifted seamstress and cook. After marrying in 1948, she and her… Read more »

Nancy Rowan Wootten

Nancy Rowan Wootten age 81, shown on the left, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Wilmington, DE. She was born on January 10, 1943, in Wilmington, DE, to the late William Alton Wootten and the late Violet Rowan Wootten. Nancy was one of two children, her brother William Alton Wootten died as… Read more »

Mr. José Luis Vazquez

José Luis Vazquez – Born April 24th, 1946 José was born and raised in Humacao, Puerto Rico in 1946 to Delfin Vazquez and Juana Rodriguez. José immigrated to this country in the late 1960s, working on a farm in Connecticut. After teaching himself English, he moved to Delaware in 1971, where he worked in the… Read more »

John Angelo Caruccio

John Angelo Caruccio passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024. He was born September 2, 1937, in Jersey City, New Jersey, the son of the late Madeline (née Calabrese) and Martin Caruccio. He was predeceased by his sister Mary Theresa. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marianne, children Andrea Hetrick (Lee), John… Read more »

Alexander Oakes Jr.

Alexander Oakes, Jr., of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully at his home on November 1, 2024, after a short battle with cancer.  Born on August 8, 1943, he dedicated his life to his family and community, embodying kindness and a family-oriented spirit. Alex was born in Delaware County, PA to Alexander Oakes Sr. and Leona… Read more »

Mrs. Michelle Lee Romero

Michelle Lee Romero, 45, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away on October 19, 2024. Born on September 4, 1979, in Darby, Pennsylvania, Michelle was the cherished daughter of Sharon (Luty) and Michael Maloney, and the devoted wife of Israel Romero. Michelle’s vibrant personality was evident throughout her life. She attended Newark High School, where she began… Read more »