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Obituaries


Theresa Karpovich

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 […]

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Frank Nardi

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 […]

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Kristine “Kris” Sherman Qualls

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. […]

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Wesley L. Karlson Jr. (“Gabby”)

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 […]

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Madhuben Patel

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, […]

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Alice D. Reilly

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 […]

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Theresa M. Smith

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 […]

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Jacqueline Elaine Socorso

June 8, 2026

Jacqueline Elaine Socorso (Jackie) passed away peacefully on June 8th surrounded by her loving family. Born in Wilmington, she was the daughter of the late Dominic and Helena (Lort) Socorso.  Jackie graduated from Padua Academy in 1959 and Goldey-Beacom with a secretarial degree in 1961. She worked for the DuPont Company for almost 20 years and retired from […]

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Thomas John Diamanty

Thomas John Diamanty

June 7, 2026

The family of Thomas John Diamanty, 89, of Wilmington, Delaware is deeply saddened to announce his peaceful passing away on June 7, 2026. Tom was born in1937 in the town of Eratyra in Thessaloniki, Greece, to Eleni (Karamitsios) and Yianni Diamantis.  He was the youngest of 13 children. Tom was preceded in death by his […]

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Roger C. Williams, Sr.

Roger C. Williams, Sr.

June 5, 2026

Roger Charles Williams, Sr., age 86, of Bear, Delaware passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. Roger was born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, son of the late Roger Williams and Arlene Shaw Williams. He graduated from the Havre de Grace High School and due to his love […]

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