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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,...

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...

Bohdan SobkiwCarneys Point, New Jersey


Bohdan Sobkiw, 74, of Carneys Point, New Jersey, peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home with family at his side on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Born in Germany on September 13, 1949, he was one of three sons of the late Wolodymyr and Julia (Szemegda) Sobkiw.Bohdan proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps, having achieved the rank of sergeant. He attended Temple University and began his career as a computer ware engineer with the Department of Defense...

Bohdan Sobkiw, 74, of Carneys Point, New Jersey, peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home with family at his side on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Born in Germany on September 13, 1949,...

Bettie Rae McMahonCamden-Wyoming


Bettie Rae McMahon, 85, of Camden-Wyoming, Delaware passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Born in Knapp, Wisconsin on February 20, 1939, she was the daughter of the late George and Mildred (Dahl) Fuller.Bettie Rae is survived by her husband, Joseph G. McMahon; her daughter, Melanie Jones and husband, John; her grandchildren, Shawn Jones and wife, Leigh, and Kyle Jones; her great grandson, Bennett Jones; her adopted grandchildren, Francis Straub IV and wife, Hillary and their son,...

Bettie Rae McMahon, 85, of Camden-Wyoming, Delaware passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Born in Knapp, Wisconsin on February 20, 1939, she was the daughter of the late George and Mildred...

Walter Keefer, Jr.Newark


Walter “Bud” Edmund Keefer, Jr., age 81, formerly of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, May 26, 2024.He was born in Saratoga Springs, NY, son of the late Walter E., Sr. and Clara (Smith) Keefer, was a graduate of Rider College (now University), and went on to enjoy a 35-plus year career in sales for Conrail (formerly Pennsylvania Railroad). Walter was a Veteran of the US Army Reserves.Walter was an avid Phillies fan, had an...

Walter “Bud” Edmund Keefer, Jr., age 81, formerly of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, May 26, 2024.He was born in Saratoga Springs, NY, son...

Douglas MurrayWilmington


Douglas "Dancin' Dougie" Murray died from natural causes on May 25, 2024 at home.He was 88. He was the loving husband to Ruth and devoted father to his two sons, Russell and Bryan.He was born September 1, 1935 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Donald and Beatrice Murray. His early years were spent in Media, Pennsylvania where he enjoyed pond fishing with his Dad who died when Douglas was 12. He was the youngest of 3 boys. As the years went by, he...

Douglas "Dancin' Dougie" Murray died from natural causes on May 25, 2024 at home.He was 88. He was the loving husband to Ruth and devoted father to his two sons, Russell and...

Joseph KellyWilmington


The obituary for Mr. Kelly will appear in the coming days. For funeral arrangement details please see the service information portion of this memorial page.

The obituary for Mr. Kelly will appear in the coming days. For funeral arrangement details please see the service information portion of this memorial page.

Carolyn WoottenHockessin


Carolyn E. Wootten, age 90, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024.She was predeceased by her husband, Henry, four sisters, and two nephews. Carolyn lived in Delaware her whole life. She was a “dog” person, Mikey when she was a teenager and Trish as she became an adult. She loved paper dolls, playing the piano, lipstick and nail polish.The family would like to thank the staff at Regal Heights Nursing Home for their loving care of Carolyn.A graveside service will be held...

Carolyn E. Wootten, age 90, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024.She was predeceased by her husband, Henry, four sisters, and two nephews. Carolyn lived in Delaware her whole life. She was a...

John PulciNewark


John Pulci passed at home on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Graceann; brother-in-law, Joe Labonne (Kathy) and sister-in-law Pat Labonne; and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Bruno and Pasquelina Pulci. He was devoted to his cat, Peaches, and his friends and family.John was an avid season ticket holder for University of Delaware football and traveled to away games and to the Championship Game in Chattanooga, TN in 2003...

John Pulci passed at home on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Graceann; brother-in-law, Joe Labonne (Kathy) and sister-in-law Pat Labonne; and many nieces and...

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