Leonard "Len" Markovitz
Sep 1, 2026
Age 96, passed away peacefully September 1, 2026 surrounded by his family.
Len was a man of exceptional character and sense of humor. Known by many as "The Mayor," he had a remarkable ability to connect with people and made lasting friendships wherever he went. Len lived life to the fullest and remained active throughout his years. A proud United States...
Sophia Murray
Aug 23, 2026
Age 94, passed away August 23, 2026.
Sophia emigrated from Scotland in 1965, and worked for DuPont for 25 years. She is survived by two grandchildren, Shaun and Traci Marlow, and four great-grandchildren in Massachusetts. Sophia also leaves stepchildren, Margi, Ronnie, Sandi, and their children. She is preceded in death by her husband, John; brother, Harry; son, Paul; and stepson, Glenn.
Sophie...
Terrence K. Wright
Aug 18, 2026
Terry Wright, beloved brother, uncle, friend, and sports fanatic, unexpectedly “left the game” before the 7th Inning Stretch on Tuesday, August 18 in the town he always proudly called home, Wilmington, Delaware. He was 67.
Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Beverly and Jackson Wright; sister, Kelly Ryan; and his faithful canine-companion, Tucker. Treasuring his memory are sister and...
Estelle R. Ciarlone
Aug 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Estelle R. Ciarlone, who passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, at the age of 78.
Estee is survived by her beloved husband, Ken; children, Mark (Hallie) Ciarlone and Laura (Tim) Keller; grandchildren, Benjamin (Boglarka) & Carter (Hailey) Keller and Elizabeth, Samuel, & Abigail Ciarlone; as well...
Hugh Barton Bolen
Aug 14, 2026
Age 86, passed away August 14, 2026.
Born February 12, 1940 in West Chester, PA, he was the son of the late Bernard and Vivian (nee Kershner) Bolen. Hugh was raised in Kennett Square, PA and attended Goldey-Beacom College where he met his future wife, Beverly. He graduated with a business degree from East Carolina University and returned to Wilmington to...
Elizabeth Travis Earle
Jul 28, 2026
Ms. Elizabeth Travis Earle of New Castle, Delaware passed away on July 28, 2026 at Christiana Hospital and into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Ms. Earle, affectionately known as Betsy, was born on October 22, 1946 and was the daughter of James Haig Earle and Mary Stewart Earle. She grew up in New Castle, DE.
Betsy was a...
Effa "Cathy" Catherine Parkinson
Jul 17, 2026
Age 82, passed away peacefully at her home in Claymont, Delaware, on July 17, 2026, following a brief illness
Born in Wilmington, Delaware, on February 28, 1944, Effa "Cathy" was the 10th of 12 children born to the late Aaron F. and Mary Madeline (Payne) Palmatary. She grew up on the scenic estate farm her father managed in Fairville, Pennsylvania, creating...
Florence G. Budovitch
Jul 13, 2026
Age 100, she was born January 29, 1926 in New York, NY and passed away July 13, 2026 in Wilmington, DE.
Florence was born in New York to Samuel and Isabelle Greengold. A graduate of Cooper Union, she majored in graphic design and went on to design children’s clothing for Kate Greenaway Dresses in New York. In 1951, she married her...
James Henry Hurt, Jr.
Jul 12, 2026
Age 61, passed away July 12, 2026 after a short battle with cancer.
Those who knew him best called him Hank. He was a hardworking man who could fix anything. Hank worked as a heavy equipment mechanic and a welder. He loved to collect old cars and motorcycles. His hobbies were fishing, crabbing, and playing pool.
Hank is survived by his mother,...
Joseph Arnold Glick
Jul 3, 2026
Age 94, born March 26, 1932 in Wilmington, DE to Albert and Frances Glick. He passed away peacefully July 3, 2026 at home surrounded by family.
He was a brother to Martin Glick and Shirley Glick Feder, and husband to the late Phyllis Sklut Glick.
A native Delawarean, Joe graduated P. S. duPont High School in 1949, and the University of Delaware...
Albert Lee Freeman, Jr.
May 25, 2026
Age 64, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026.
Born September 18, 1961, he was the son of the late Albert Lee Freeman, Sr. and Joyce L. Freeman (nee Pritchard). He enjoyed camping, boating, fishing, and the beach.
Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria "Jeanne" Freeman. He is survived by his brother, Joseph K. Freeman and his partner, Walter "Tom"...
Anthony "Tony" Saldutti, Jr.
May 15, 2026
Age 68, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026.
Born July 7, 1957 in Philadelphia, PA, he grew up in Broomall, PA with his younger sister. After high school graduation was complete, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1975. Tony served four years in the Marine Corps, and after returning home from his service, he decided to enlist in...
Mary Kay Colmery
May 13, 2026
Age 74, passed away May 13, 2026
Mary will always be remembered as a fun-loving and caring person by all who knew her. She loved all animals - big and small - and pursued that love throughout her life by giving many dogs and cats a loving home. Her compassion for animals was also reflected in her career, as she worked...
Kay "Kathy" R. Cook
May 2, 2026
Age 74, passed away suddenly Saturday, May 2, 2026 at her home in Newark, DE. Kathy was born October 23, 1951 to Marjorie and Kenneth Fahnestock. She graduated from Avon Grove High School and was a lifelong learner; earning a Bachelors Degree in Nursing, and two Masters Degrees in Human Resources and Nursing from Wilmington University and Wesley College.
She worked...
Carl Samuel Wexler
May 1, 2026
Age 57, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026.
He is survived by his wife, Annamarie Wexler; his children, Alicia Wexler (21) and Sam Wexler (19); his mother, Jane Rappaport Green; and his brother, Eric Wexler.
Carl was a loving and caring husband who had been committed to his wife for 37 years. They met at the University of Delaware, where Carl...
Harry Steven Cohen
Apr 19, 2026
Harry Cohen, age 66, passed away April 19, 2026. He dedicated his life to his communities and his passions.
Harry joined the fire department at age 16 and served as a paramedic and volunteer firefighter across both Baltimore City and Baltimore County, many of those years with the Reisterstown Volunteer Fire Company. He owned the Firehouse Tavern for 31 years, creating...
Daniel "Dan" A. Bradley, Sr.
Apr 11, 2026
Daniel A Bradley Sr. passed away on April 11, 2026 peacefully in the loving arms of his wife at home.
Born June 23, 1953 in Wilmington, DE, Dan was the beloved son of the late John D. Bradley and Mary Elizabeth Bradley. Dan was self-employed and owned Bradley & Sons Custom Painting. He enjoyed the beach, watching the sunrise and sunset,...
Robert "Bob" Garber
Apr 5, 2026
Age 78, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and podiatrist, passed away on April 5, 2026.
Born in New York City and raised in the Bronx, Bob carried with him the spirit and character of his roots throughout his entire life.
Bob attended Pace College in New York, where he not only earned his undergraduate degree but also met the love of...
Morris "Billy" W. States, Jr.
Apr 3, 2026
Morris W. States Jr., known to many as “Billy,” passed away on April 3, 2026, at the age of 68.
Born on May 26, 1957, Billy was the beloved son of the late Morris and Sandy States. He spent his early years in New Castle, Delaware, where he enjoyed playing ball on the local fields, creating memories that would stay with...
Erika L. Surkin
Mar 17, 2026
Erika Surkin died peacefully on March 17,2026, in Olney, MD, at the age of 78. Her husband of 55 years, Ron, and her children were with her.
Erika lived a life devoted to her family and to helping children with learning challenges. She was the ultimate child whisperer, connecting effortlessly with all young people, from infants through college students. She was...