Obituaries
James M. Byrnes
March 3, 2025
Jim Byrnes, 66, of Landenberg PA passed away surrounded by his family, from complications due to a stroke on Monday, March 3, 2025. Born in September of 1958 in Bronx, NY, he was the beloved son of James and Theresa Byrnes and oldest sibling to 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Jim attended Bronx High School […]
Jason Sloan Tyler
March 2, 2025
The Tyler-Galvani-Schneiderman family marks with profound sadness the passing of Jason Sloan Tyler, 41 — son, brother, cousin, attorney, confidant, Caravaggio devotee, champion of emerging artists, Roman history aficionado, Italian traveler extraordinaire, Medieval banking savant, fair- and foul-weather Mets fan, cunning and wry wit, life of the party, and sartorial tour-de-force. Born in Scarsdale, New […]
Christopher Gordon Kirkpatrick
February 26, 2025
Christopher Gordon Kirkpatrick, 60, of Wilmington, DE, passed away on February 26, 2025. A devoted Philadelphia sports fan, he was especially proud when his beloved Eagles won the Super Bowl. Christopher attended Tatnall School, Sweet Briar College, and the University of Delaware. He was an excellent athlete, excelling in Field Hockey and Lacrosse, and competed […]
Henry Francis Bartolo
February 24, 2025
Henry Francis Bartolo (Hank), 80, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away on February 24, 2025. He was born in August 1944, in Niagara Falls, New York, to Henry and Margaret Bartolo. Hank was known for his kind heart, quick wit, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends. He built a life centered on love, hard […]
Claudia M. DeSeta
February 23, 2025
Claudia Mary DeSeta passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the age of 71, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Wilmington, Delaware, to Felicia (Della Rocca) and Edward Joseph DeSeta, Claudia graduated from Alexis I. DuPont High School and Goldey-Beacom College. She dedicated her career as an Administrative Assistant at Edward J. DeSeta […]
Shirishchandra D. Bhavsar
February 22, 2025
Shirishchandra Dalsukhbhai Bhavsar, age 83 of Newark, Delaware, formerly of Borsad, India, died on February 22, 2025. He peacefully passed away and was surrounded by his loving family. Shirishchandra attended University in Ahmedabad, he obtained an MCOMM Master’s Degree in Finance and Commerce, and also pursued a Law Degree. Post-graduation, he began working at The […]
Jagadish “Jag” Deshpande
February 22, 2025
Noted architect and artist, Jagadish “Jag” Deshpande, 79, of Hockessin, DE passed away on February 22, 2025. Born in Amravati, India, Jag excelled during his early years in school and went on to earn his college degree from the J.J. School of Architecture. After starting his career in New Delhi, Jag came to the United […]
Patricia R. Pepe
February 22, 2025
Patricia Ryan Pepe, age 77, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, February 21, 2025. Patricia was a graduate of the class of 1965 of Ridley High School. After graduating, she went on to work for Gash Stull and later Dresser Industries, Inc. At Dresser Industries she handled billing and invoicing for jobs […]
Caroline Stabler Applegate
February 20, 2025
Carol died this year at the age of 93. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Stephens Applegate, and son-in-law, Donald Gallup. Her children are Cornelia Bowen (Rob), Robert Applegate (Wiz) and Jane Gallup. She was so proud of her children; grandchildren – Ned and Mac Bowen (Lauren), Katie, Bob and Russell Applegate, and Caroline […]
Renna Mae Schmidt
February 19, 2025
Renna Mae (Golden) Schmidt, age 85, of Wilmington, DE., passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Renna was born in 1939 in Dudley, PA., where she attended grade school in Dudley PA., Hopewell PA., Huntingdon PA., and Edgemoor DE. She graduated from Claymont High School on June […]