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Harry ChristopherWilmington


Harry “Heidy” Christopher, age 93, of Wilmington, DE passed away at home on Sunday, June 16, 2024.He was born in Wilmington, son of the late Harry and Elizabeth (Rineer) Christopher. He served honorably in the US Navy aboard the USS Wasp during the Korean War and enjoyed a 30-plus year career as a machinist with Gates Engineering.Heidy enjoyed fishing and crabbing in Massey’s landing; was an avid golfer (with several holes-in-one) and accomplished bowler (with a perfect...

Harry “Heidy” Christopher, age 93, of Wilmington, DE passed away at home on Sunday, June 16, 2024.He was born in Wilmington, son of the late Harry and Elizabeth (Rineer) Christopher....

Ronald WillsMiddletown


Ronald W. Wills, 80, of Middletown, Delaware, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Born in Port Huron, Michigan on February 12, 1944, he was the son of the late William and Margaret (Seely) Wills. Ron served as an agricultural science writer for a local magazine in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, as well as for Pennsylvania State University, the University of Rhode Island and the University of Delaware. Following his career as a writer, he worked as a...

Ronald W. Wills, 80, of Middletown, Delaware, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Born in Port Huron, Michigan on February 12, 1944, he was the son of the late William and...

Thomas DiCecco, Jr.Newark


Born September 3, 1940, Tom passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the age of 83. Born in Southern Chester County, PA, Thomas Jr. was the son of the late, Thomas, Sr. and Blanche (Catena) DiCecco. Tom grew up in Toughkenamon and Kennett Square, PA where his Parents and Grandparents were mushroom farmers. He graduated from Kennett Square High School in 1958. Living most of his life in PA, Tom then moved to Newark, DE in his later years to be closer to his three sons.Tom had a...

Born September 3, 1940, Tom passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the age of 83. Born in Southern Chester County, PA, Thomas Jr. was the son of the late, Thomas, Sr. and Blanche...

Sharon RobisonMarshallton


It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Lee Robison, 79, of Marshallton, DE. After years of struggling with Parkinson’s disease, Sharon entered into the peace of eternal life on June 14, 2024.Sharon was born and lived her entire life in the Prices Corner area. She was a 1963 graduate of John Dickinson High School, where she met her husband of 58 years, Norman “Buzz” Robison. In her early years, she worked at DuPont and was an...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Lee Robison, 79, of Marshallton, DE. After years of struggling with Parkinson’s disease, Sharon entered into the peace of...

John Mason, Sr.Bear


John Joseph Mason Sr, age 93, of Bear, Delaware, passed peacefully at home on Wednesday evening, June 12, 2024, with his daughter/caretaker by his side with whom he lived. Family was able to say farewell prior to his passing.He was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Dorothy (Laddey), and the late James Mason, John grew up in Philadelphia and was a graduate of Jules E. Mastbaum Vo-Tech School in 1949, his major field of study being Automotive Maintenance. After graduation, John joined the...

John Joseph Mason Sr, age 93, of Bear, Delaware, passed peacefully at home on Wednesday evening, June 12, 2024, with his daughter/caretaker by his side with whom he lived. Family was able to say...

William LynchWilmington


William Louis Lynch, age 63, of Wilmington, DE, died on June 8, 2024, doing what he loved, walking his dogs, and heading to the auction.Bill is the son of Philip B. Lynch, Sr. and Joan P. Lynch, born on February 16,1961 in Wilmington, DE. He graduated from Howard High School of Technology in 1979. For many years after that, he worked on the Bayard Sharp estate in Centreville, beautifying the grounds and honing his talent for all things horticulture. During that time Bill won a blue ribbon...

William Louis Lynch, age 63, of Wilmington, DE, died on June 8, 2024, doing what he loved, walking his dogs, and heading to the auction.Bill is the son of Philip B. Lynch, Sr. and Joan P. Lynch,...

Edward Skibicki


Edward J. “Ed” Skibicki, bid farewell to this world on June 8, 2024. While he had recently triumphed over significant health challenges, he was taken from us suddenly while at home in Galestown, Maryland, joyfully preparing for his next Canadian fishing adventure.Ed was born in 1933 to first-generation Polish Americans, John “Tibby” and Cele Skibicki, in Wilmington Delaware. He was a 1951 graduate of H.F. Brown Vocational H.S. and served in USAF from 1953 thru 1955....

Edward J. “Ed” Skibicki, bid farewell to this world on June 8, 2024. While he had recently triumphed over significant health challenges, he was taken from us suddenly while at home in...

Joseph SamaWilmington


Joseph “Joe” Sama Sr., born on July 13, 1943, in Wilmington, Delaware, was called home on June 5, 2024, at the age of 80.Joe retired from DuPont after 34 years of service, however his real purpose in life was being a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Known for his fun-loving nature and heart full of kindness, he was the type of person who would give you the shirt off his back. He was selfless, always putting others’ needs before his own...

Joseph “Joe” Sama Sr., born on July 13, 1943, in Wilmington, Delaware, was called home on June 5, 2024, at the age of 80.Joe retired from DuPont after 34 years of service, however...

Francis BroccoliNewark


Francis M. Broccoli passed away peacefully on June 4, 2024, at his home in Newark, DE with his family by his side.Frank was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many. His unique sense of humor, love of adventure and generosity were just a few of his many fine attributes.Frank excelled in football and baseball in high school, but his true passion was music. He was an excellent guitarist, bassist, keyboardist and loved playing with his bandmates every Wednesday night...

Francis M. Broccoli passed away peacefully on June 4, 2024, at his home in Newark, DE with his family by his side.Frank was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many. His...

Theresa Rene GodwinWilmington


Theresa “Rene” Godwin, 44 years old, died on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at her home while holding her husband’s hand. Rene was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2022. Her strong will to live, unwavering stubbornness, and the love and support of her family and friends, carried her through the past two years. Despite her own battle, she was always there for others and put their needs above her own.Rene was born on December 29, 1979, in Wilmington, DE to Robert...

Theresa “Rene” Godwin, 44 years old, died on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at her home while holding her husband’s hand. Rene was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2022. Her...

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