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Thomas A. Rodgers, Jr. New Castle
Thomas A. Rodgers Jr., of New Castle, DE passed away at home on Saturday, October 13, 2018, at the age of 66.
A graduate of St. Peter’s High School in New Castle, and worker in the construction industry for 48 years, Thomas was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved the outdoors.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Robin Rodgers (nee Annone); children, Bernie Rodgers (Kim), Jennifer Rodgers (Tom), Thomas Rodgers III (Kendra); grandchildren Ashley, Kayla, Alexis, Ryan, McKenzie, Macie,...
Thomas A. Rodgers Jr., of New Castle, DE passed away at home on Saturday, October 13, 2018, at the age of 66.
A graduate of St. Peter’s High School in New Castle, and worker in the...
Roland M. "Ron" O'Brien Wilmington
Roland M. “Ron” O’Brien, age 73, of Wilmington, DE passed away October 10, 2018 at home, surrounded by his family.
Born in Wilmington, DE, Ron was the son of the late Francis and Florence O’Brien. He graduated from high school in Florida. Ron worked as a carpenter for 10 years and Plant Operator for over 30 years, working at BP/ Conoco Phillips refinery in Marcus Hook, PA. Mr. O’Brien served in Vietnam in the United States Air Force.
Ron enjoyed playing...
Roland M. “Ron” O’Brien, age 73, of Wilmington, DE passed away October 10, 2018 at home, surrounded by his family.
Born in Wilmington, DE, Ron was the son of the late Francis...
Esther E. Hollis New Castle, DE
Esther Evelyn Hollis, age 85, of New Castle, DE passed away on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at Seasons Hospice in Newark, DE.
Born in 1933, Esther was the daughter of the late Louis Joska and Mary Alice Wilkins. Esther retired from the Bank of Delaware and acted as primary caregiver to her husband George. Esther was a proud and active member of Cornerstone United Methodist Church, where she led a Monday Bible Study Group. Esther enjoyed long rides in the car, talking to her many friends and...
Esther Evelyn Hollis, age 85, of New Castle, DE passed away on Sunday, October 7, 2018 at Seasons Hospice in Newark, DE.
Born in 1933, Esther was the daughter of the late Louis Joska and Mary...
John R. Szczepanowski Claymont
John R. Szczepanowski, age 62, of Claymont, DE passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018.
John was the son of the late Richard and Rita (Rapposelli) Szczepanowski. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School, Class of 1974. John worked for Spence Security and Bell Supply Company.
John is survived by his wife, Viola; siblings, Christina of FL, Richard of MD and Diana C. (Matthew) of Lancaster, PA; daughter, Theresa of FL; son, John Jr. of IN; stepdaughter, Stephanie of...
John R. Szczepanowski, age 62, of Claymont, DE passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018.
John was the son of the late Richard and Rita (Rapposelli) Szczepanowski. He graduated from Mt....
Donald George Downs, Sr. Claymont, DE
Donald George Downs, Sr., born in 1937 to Maurice and Elizabeth (Stutz) Downs, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 27, 2018, surrounded by his family.
Don graduated from Chester High School in 1955, where he enjoyed playing in the band and was selected to play in All State Band of PA as well as District Chorus. Don studied music at West Chester State Teachers College playing in the concert band, orchestra, a brass quintet and marching band, as well as singing in the college...
Donald George Downs, Sr., born in 1937 to Maurice and Elizabeth (Stutz) Downs, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 27, 2018, surrounded by his family.
Don graduated from Chester High...
William L. Cramer, Jr. New Castle, DE
William L. Cramer, Jr., age 87, of New Castle, DE passed away September 19, 2018.
Born in Wilmington, DE to the late Alma Dyer and W. Leslie Cramer, William was a lifelong resident of New Castle, DE.
William was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Mary Ann Cramer.
Mr. Cramer was a Korean War Veteran of the US Army and a senior accountant at General Motors. He was Chairman of the Board for the New Castle United Methodist Church, former member of New Castle Planning Commission...
William L. Cramer, Jr., age 87, of New Castle, DE passed away September 19, 2018.
Born in Wilmington, DE to the late Alma Dyer and W. Leslie Cramer, William was a lifelong resident of New Castle,...
Joseph A. Haley III Hockessin, DE
Joseph A. Haley III “Uncle Joe”, age 89, passed away on September 19, 2018.
Joe was born in Wilmington, DE to Joseph A. Haley, Jr. and Anne Celia (Dougherty) Haley. He graduated from Salesianum School in 1947. He was a veteran of the US Air Force. Joe was a loyal and longtime property manager for H.B. DuPont and later, for Henry DuPont who was his longtime friend. Joe enjoyed country music, fishing, traveling, RVing, Philadelphia sports teams and...
Joseph A. Haley III “Uncle Joe”, age 89, passed away on September 19, 2018.
Joe was born in Wilmington, DE to Joseph A. Haley, Jr. and Anne Celia (Dougherty) Haley. He...
Patricia J. Elwood Claymont, DE
Patricia “Pat” Jane Neary Elwood, age 79, passed away in her home while in Hospice Care and her son, Michael J. Elwood by her side on Monday, September 17, 2018.
Patricia was born in Wilmington, DE and resided in Claymont, DE. She worked at KT&D Inc. Insurance in Wilmington, DE as a bookkeeper until her retirement.
Patricia is survived by her sister, Ann Klosiewicz; 2 sons, Michael J. Elwood (daughter-in-law, Jacqueline Weaver), Patrick Elwood (wife, Denise...
Patricia “Pat” Jane Neary Elwood, age 79, passed away in her home while in Hospice Care and her son, Michael J. Elwood by her side on Monday, September 17, 2018.
Patricia was...
Catherine L. Cromer Claymont, DE
Catherine Louise (Burke) Cromer, age 61, of Claymont, DE, formerly of Chester, PA, went to the Lord on September 17, 2018 at Christiana Hospital of Newark, DE. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Calhoun) Burke. She graduated from Claymont High School in 1976 and worked for A&P/Superfresh for 30 years. In 1982, she married Raymond Cromer, Sr.
Catherine was an avid lover of camping, but the beach was her favorite place to be. Always seen with a smile on her face, she...
Catherine Louise (Burke) Cromer, age 61, of Claymont, DE, formerly of Chester, PA, went to the Lord on September 17, 2018 at Christiana Hospital of Newark, DE. She was the daughter of the late...
Kenneth N. "Inky" Atkinson New Castle, DE
Kenneth N. “Inky” Atkinson, age 54, of New Castle, DE passed away September 1, 2018.
Kenneth was the son of the late Kenneth N. Atkinson, Sr. and Shirley (Betts) Atkinson. He worked for Roger Rullo Brick Pointing for over 30 years. He lived a simple life and will be remembered for his smile. Inky enjoyed fishing, crabbing and watching horseracing. He loved all his nieces and nephews.
Inky is survived by his sisters, Debra Miller (Randy), Joann McVey (Wayne)...
Kenneth N. “Inky” Atkinson, age 54, of New Castle, DE passed away September 1, 2018.
Kenneth was the son of the late Kenneth N. Atkinson, Sr. and Shirley (Betts) Atkinson. He...
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