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Edward Skibicki


Edward J. “Ed” Skibicki, bid farewell to this world on June 8, 2024. While he had recently triumphed over significant health challenges, he was taken from us suddenly while at home in Galestown, Maryland, joyfully preparing for his next Canadian fishing adventure.Ed was born in 1933 to first-generation Polish Americans, John “Tibby” and Cele Skibicki, in Wilmington Delaware. He was a 1951 graduate of H.F. Brown Vocational H.S. and served in USAF from 1953 thru 1955....

Edward J. “Ed” Skibicki, bid farewell to this world on June 8, 2024. While he had recently triumphed over significant health challenges, he was taken from us suddenly while at home in...

Joseph SamaWilmington


Joseph “Joe” Sama Sr., born on July 13, 1943, in Wilmington, Delaware, was called home on June 5, 2024, at the age of 80.Joe retired from DuPont after 34 years of service, however his real purpose in life was being a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Known for his fun-loving nature and heart full of kindness, he was the type of person who would give you the shirt off his back. He was selfless, always putting others’ needs before his own...

Joseph “Joe” Sama Sr., born on July 13, 1943, in Wilmington, Delaware, was called home on June 5, 2024, at the age of 80.Joe retired from DuPont after 34 years of service, however...

Francis BroccoliNewark


Francis M. Broccoli passed away peacefully on June 4, 2024, at his home in Newark, DE with his family by his side.Frank was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many. His unique sense of humor, love of adventure and generosity were just a few of his many fine attributes.Frank excelled in football and baseball in high school, but his true passion was music. He was an excellent guitarist, bassist, keyboardist and loved playing with his bandmates every Wednesday night...

Francis M. Broccoli passed away peacefully on June 4, 2024, at his home in Newark, DE with his family by his side.Frank was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many. His...

Theresa Rene GodwinWilmington


Theresa “Rene” Godwin, 44 years old, died on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at her home while holding her husband’s hand. Rene was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2022. Her strong will to live, unwavering stubbornness, and the love and support of her family and friends, carried her through the past two years. Despite her own battle, she was always there for others and put their needs above her own.Rene was born on December 29, 1979, in Wilmington, DE to Robert...

Theresa “Rene” Godwin, 44 years old, died on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at her home while holding her husband’s hand. Rene was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2022. Her...

Giselda DamianiWilmington


…Although Giselda M. Damiani went home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2024, the footprints that she has left on the hearts of so many and the impact that she had on their lives ensures that she will not be forgotten. Born on September 16, 1931 to Luigi and Genoveffa (DiGirolamo) Marcozzi, Giselda was raised in a household in New Castle, Delaware that embraced their Italian heritage while celebrating and strongly supporting their new American roots. Although her brothers...

…Although Giselda M. Damiani went home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2024, the footprints that she has left on the hearts of so many and the impact that she had on their lives ensures that...

Joan KeatingWilmington


Joan E. (Doughten) Keating passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at home with her loved ones in Wilmington, Delaware at the age of 92. She was born at home in The Cedars in Wilmington on April 18, 1932. Joan was a devoted housewife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She attended Conrad High School and was a secretary for the DuPont Company from 1950 to 1959. Joan enjoyed cooking and her family and friends cherished her culinary creations. She especially...

Joan E. (Doughten) Keating passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at home with her loved ones in Wilmington, Delaware at the age of 92. She was born at home in The Cedars in Wilmington on April...

Joseph DzielakBear


Joseph J. Dzielak, 75, of Bear, DE, passed away on May 31, 2024. He was born on October 28, 1948, in Wilmington, DE to the late Henry L. & Otylia “Tillie” A. (Kozikowski) Dzielak, Sr.Joe or Diz, as he was affectionately known, was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Joe graduated from DeLaWarr High School class of 1967. He served in the United States Army from 1968-1970, with deployments to Vietnam in the 9th Infantry Division 9th...

Joseph J. Dzielak, 75, of Bear, DE, passed away on May 31, 2024. He was born on October 28, 1948, in Wilmington, DE to the late Henry L. & Otylia “Tillie” A. (Kozikowski) Dzielak,...

Margaret FrancksWilmington


Margaret (Maggie) Elizabeth Francks (nee Carston), beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 30th at nearly 90 years of age. Maggie lived a beautiful, brave and bold life.Born in New Castle upon Tyne, England, on 8/15/1934, Maggie met her late husband Al (Albert John) during his Air Force service in England. Theirs is truly a love story with Al also from New Castle (Delaware). They met in England, fell in love and made a beautiful life together...

Margaret (Maggie) Elizabeth Francks (nee Carston), beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 30th at nearly 90 years of age. Maggie lived a beautiful,...

Gerald WacksmanNewark


Gerald A. Wacksman, 91, of Newark, Delaware peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Born in Albany, New York on November 28, 1932, he was the son of the late Albert and Ida (MacMahon) Wacksman.Jerry proudly served our country during the Korean War as a member of the United States Army. He began his career as an accountant with E.K. Williams & Company before establishing his own accounting businesses, Marcoin and later, Vertex Business Systems. Jerry became the...

Gerald A. Wacksman, 91, of Newark, Delaware peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Born in Albany, New York on November 28, 1932, he was the son of the late Albert and Ida (MacMahon)...

Arthur Young IIIWilmington


Artie passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Although non-verbal throughout his brief life, his mischievous laugh, his nixy smile, and his big bright eyes spoke volumes to all those that knew him. In these times of social unrest, Artie was the innocent soul who had no agenda other than playing his music, watching his T.V. and shredding his papers (or yours). His presence in our lives was a gift that we will continue to receive as he lives on in our hearts. He will be...

Artie passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Although non-verbal throughout his brief life, his mischievous laugh, his nixy smile, and his big bright eyes spoke volumes to...

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