Obituaries
Alice Ivy
June 22, 2026
Alice Mearns Ivy, 96, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully at her home in Stonegates. Alice was born in Wilmington on April 4th to Herbert Bradley and Loretta Mearns; she was a dedicated daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, friend, teacher, athlete, sports enthusiast, gardener, and volunteer. Alice attended Wilmington Friends School from K-12, followed by Marjorie […]
Emilie Joy Martin
June 21, 2026
Emilie Joy Martin (nee Gravel) passed peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026 to be received in the hands of God. Emilie was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother married to Ken for 57 years. She was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1944. Emilie attended the University of Detroit and Michigan State University. She was a […]
Sreenivas Rao Bomasamudram NarayanRao
June 20, 2026
Sreenivas Rao Bomasamudram NarayanRao, age 91, of Newark, Delaware passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026. He was born in Raichur, India and earned his PhD. in Mathematics. He was a retired Mathematics Professor. Services will be held on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 beginning at 3:00 p.m. at Chandler Funeral Homes & Crematory, 7230 Lancaster […]
Theresa Karpovich
June 18, 2026
Theresa Karpovich of Hockessin, DE, passed away on Thursday, June 18th, 2026. She was 87 years old. Theresa was born in Philadelphia and spent her career as a secretary and homemaker. She cherished her role as a caregiver and devoted herself to caring for those around her. Her strong faith was a guiding force throughout […]
Frank Nardi
June 16, 2026
Frank Nardi, 83, of Hockessin, Delaware, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026. Born in 1943, in West Pittston, Pennsylvania, Frank was the son of the late Rose and Marty Nardi. He earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering through studies at the University of Scranton and the University of Detroit, laying the foundation for a […]
Kristine “Kris” Sherman Qualls
June 16, 2026
Devoted partner, loving mother, passionate gardener, and committed community member, Kristine “Kris” Sherman Qualls passed away June 16th at the age of 77 in Wilmington, Delaware, after a short illness following a long battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family and friends. Kris held on to her wit and strength to the very end. […]
Wesley L. Karlson Jr. (“Gabby”)
June 14, 2026
Wesley L. Karlson Jr. (“Gabby”) passed away at the age of 70, on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Wilmington, DE. He attended Springer Junior High School in 1969 and later went on to become a welder in New Castle County for 37 years. Gabby was an avid motorcycle rider and an accomplished snowboarder. He is […]
Madhuben Patel
June 12, 2026
Madhuben “Madhu” Jashbhai Patel, lovingly known as Kalpana to her family and friends, passed away peacefully at home in Wilmington, Delaware, on June 12, 2026, at the age of 80. Formerly of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, she leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, generosity, and devotion to family. Madhu was born in 1946, […]
Alice D. Reilly
June 11, 2026
Alice D. Reilly, age 91 of Wilmington DE died Thursday June 11 2026, surrounded by family with a view of her beloved garden. Daughter of Oscar M. and Inez F. Dalton, Alice was born in Nashville, TN in 1935 and grew up in Gallatin, TN. She received a BA degree in chemistry from Vanderbilt University […]
Theresa M. Smith
June 10, 2026
Theresa McKenzie Smith (Terry) passed away peacefully on June 10 at her home in Hockessin, Delaware. She was 76 years old. Born in Frostburg, Maryland, Terry was the daughter of Jonas E. McKenzie and Pearl H. Davis. Theresa is survived by her husband of 48 years, Dan; stepson David Smith and his wife, Tara; daughter […]