Carmen Maria Prado Rodriguez passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024. Carmen was born Maizales, Puerto Rico on September 18, 1944 to the late Julio and Felicita Prado. Her family moved to Delaware in 1955 and became very involved in the community around St. Paul R.C. Church. Carmen was a graduate of Wilmington High School and Goldey-Beacom College. Carmen worked for New Castle County, Recorder of Deeds for 36 years. She was a passionate, intelligent, and caring person who together with her...

Ronald J. Clift, 61, of New Castle, Delaware, passed away on April 28, 2024. Ron, also known as Ronnie and RJ to his family, was a loving father, son, brother, and grandfather. Ron was a proud veteran having served in both the US Army and US Air Force. He began his military career early as a member of the civil air patrol and joined the Army where he did his basic training and began training as a utility Helicopter Repairer. Later, he served in the Air Force as a law enforcement specialist...

Christine Hadley Bonnett Crossan, a pillar of love and service, died at home on April 26, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on January 7th, 1950 in Reading, Pennsylvania, she embarked on a journey of profound impact. Her infectious laughter and radiant smile endeared her to all who crossed her path.  Christine's childhood in Wilmington was marked by her spirited involvement in the Girl Scouts and the Civil Air Patrol. She attended P.S. DuPont High...

Pre-deceased by her husband, Herbert Fisher Coates, Sr., and son, John Joseph; survived by her children, Herbert Fisher, Julea Ann, Jeri Lynn, Barbara Jayne, James Herbert, and Barbara Ann, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and her beloved cats, Mindy and Charlie. Our mother, who raised her children and took care of her home primarily on her own, was an excellent cook, baker, and housekeeper, as well as a guidance counselor, babysitter, and pet sitter. She took great pride in her...

Jennie Papa May went home to be with the Lord on April 21st, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Wilmington Delaware on April 30th, 1935, the 7th of Domenica and Pietro Papa’s 12 children.  Jennie was very proud of her Italian heritage and her family store, Papa’s Food Market, in Little Italy.  She graduated from Wilmington High School in 1953 and went on to work for the DuPont Company.  Jennie met the love of her life Charles...

Martha J. Gilbert, 82, of Hockessin, Delaware passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 20, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Martha was born in Buffalo, New York to Leighton and Margaret (Snow) Jackson. She was a direct descendent of William Bradford, the governor of Plymouth who arrived on the Mayflower. Martha graduated from Newark High School in 1959. She attended the University of Delaware where she earned a BS and a MA in Education. It was at the University of Delaware that Martha met...

Katherine “Kathy” Mary Seitz passed away peacefully on April 20, 2024 in the presence of family after suffering injuries from a fall at home. She was 80. Katherine was born in Savannah, Georgia while her father was stationed there with the Army.  A graduate of Padua Academy and the University of Delaware where she also received her Master’s Degree, Kathy was a long-time English teacher in the Brandywine School District, primarily at Mount Pleasant High School where...

Our Mom, Hilda Louise Liebal, 96, passed away peacefully at her home on April 18th.  Mom is now with her husband John (Jack) and her precious Savior Jesus Christ. Mom was born on December 19, 1927 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to Fred and Florine Olson.  On July 20, 1947 she married the love of her life, Jack Liebal, after he returned from WWII.  They met on a blind date and it was love at first sight. She is survived by her sister, Patsy Ann Gray, and her eight children all...

Phyllis C. Manno, born on July 30, 1938, in Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2024, in Wilmington, DE, at the age of 85. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Phyllis was a Registered Nurse at St. Francis Hospital and the Delaware State Hospital before devoting her time to raising her children. She was a dedicated caregiver both professionally and personally. She is survived by her children, Chris (Pam) Manno, Robert (Marcia) Manno, Leo Manno,...

Virginia S. Armstrong, age 94, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. She was born in Marshallton, DE, daughter of the late Clifford and Naomi (Brackin) Simpson; and was a graduate of Conrad High School and Goldey Commercial College. She was a lifelong member of Red Clay Creek Presbyterian Church. In addition to raising her family, she was a member of the church craft group and bell choir, and enjoyed tatting. She will be lovingly remembered for her dedication...