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Obituaries


Lynn F. Garvey

Lynn F. Garvey

March 15, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Lynn F. Garvey, age 74, of Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday, March 15, 2025.  She was a cherished sister, aunt, friend and family to everyone. Born and raised in Wilmington, DE, Lynn was the daughter of the late Rebecca L. Garvey & Martin F. Garvey. Lynn was […]

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Paul Edward Sample

Paul Edward Sample

March 15, 2025

Paul Edward Sample, 96, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 15, 2025.  He was born in 1928 in Chicago, Illinois to Eugene and Rose Marie (Ray) Sample.  He was the youngest and last surviving sibling of 3 children. Paul attended York High School in Elmhurst, Illinois.  He was […]

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Alexandra “Sandra” Pappas

Alexandra “Sandra” Pappas

March 12, 2025

Alexandra “Sandra” Pappas died on March 12, 2025, at age 85 years old, in Wilmington, DE. Sandra was born in Chester, PA in 1939, to John and Mary (Chilimidos) Pappas. She grew up in Wilmington and attended David W. Harlen Elementary School and P.S. duPont High School (1957). She graduated from the University of Delaware […]

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Anne Smith Thompson

Anne Smith Thompson

March 11, 2025

Anne Smith Thompson, 95, of Hockessin, passed away at Christiana Hospital on March 11, 2025. Born in West Chester, PA in 1929, she was the daughter of the late Leedom V. and Clara M. (Sharp) Smith. Anne married her late husband, Robert L. Thompson, in 1951, and they settled in Hockessin, sharing 47 years of […]

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Leonard A. Vito

Leonard A. Vito

March 10, 2025

Leonard A. Vito, age 75, of Lewes, Delaware passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes. Len was born in 1949 in Weehawken, New Jersey, son of the late Leonard A. Vito, Sr. and Ann Sorrtino Vito. He graduated in 1967 from the Matawan High School in New Jersey and in […]

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Jacqueline “Jackie” Rizzo

Jacqueline “Jackie” Rizzo

March 9, 2025

Jackie Rizzo passed away on March 9, 2025 at the age of 95 after a lengthy illness and a long fulfilling life. Born in Wilmington, Delaware to the late Harold and Helen (Holmes) Porter in 1929 (the Depression would occur 26 days later). Jackie attended Brown Vocational where she was named Miss Valentine of 1945. […]

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Robert “Bob” W. Barrett

Robert “Bob” W. Barrett

March 8, 2025

Robert “Bob” William Barrett, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, craftsmanship, and a deep appreciation for life’s simple joys. Born in Frederick, MD, Bob was the beloved son of Elizabeth “Betty” Gosner Barrett and the late Joseph F. Barrett. […]

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Dr. Gaddum Veerender Reddy

Dr. Gaddum Veerender Reddy

March 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Dr. Gaddum Veerender Reddy, M.D. Dr. Gaddum Veerender Reddy, M.D., a beloved husband, father, brother, and devoted physician, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, at his home of 34 years in Hockessin, DE, surrounded by his family and friends. He devoted his life to the healthcare profession and lived a […]

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James M. Byrnes

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 […]

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Jason Sloan Tyler

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 […]

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