Local obituaries for Bell Family Funeral Services

Jun 27, 2018

Syndi Charday Hackett tragically passed on June 27, 2018 in Atlanta, GA. Sydni is survived by her sons Zy'Lier Carter and Maurice Owens; her mother Whynell G. Jackson, father, Raghib Aziz. Brothers; Jihad Hackett(Shay),Ibrahim Hackett, Adam Hackett, Khalil Hackett(Amber), Israel Hackett, Sisters, Cheryl, Ardythe, Meda, Jasmine, Alex Hackett, Regan McElderry(Ray), and Sierra Call(Mitch). Grandmothers, Alberta Jackson, Phyllis Hackett. Grandfather,...

Jun 18, 2018

Standley Lee Taylor of Wilmington, DE passed away peacefully at home Monday June 18, 2018. Standley Lee Taylor was born on August 17, 1952 in Cape Charles, VA to the late Wesley Morris and Hattie Taylor-Morris. Standley was affectionately known as "Stan the Man". Standley graduated from Howard High School in 1970 where he wrestled and was on the football...

Jun 9, 2018

Marvin Dartanya Brown passed peacefully on Saturday June 9, 2018. Marvin was born February 16,1956, the first son of Howard R. Brown, Jr. and the late Evelyn E. Brown, in Wilmington, Delaware. He received his early education in the Wilmington Public Schools, graduating valedictorian from P.S. DuPont High School in 1974. After high school Marvin attended the University of...

Jun 6, 2018

OBITURARY

EARLE CORNELIUS SHEPPARD was born to the late Earle Ford and Violet Elizabeth Sheppard on December 27, 1941 Wilmington , Delaware. He peacefully departed this life on Friday June 6, 2018 at Select Specialty Hospital.

H e received his education in Wilmington Public schools and graduated from Conrad High School in 19 60...

May 14, 2018

On September 9, 1990, a baby boy was born to Lonniea Romona Peterson and Mark A. Thomas who was named Rakeem Bernard Tyrese Peterson. Rakeem departed this life on Monday May 14, 2018 as God called him from life to eternity. Rakeem was a member of Harambe Organization at Mother A.U.M.P. Church. He received his high school diploma from...

May 13, 2018

Kadeejia W. Jackson was born November 5, 1948 in Wilmington, Delaware to Lydia C. and the late Enoch A. Watson, Sr. The Fourth sibling of Ten Children, she transitioned on Sunday May, 13, 2018 in the Christiana Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Kadeejia, affectionally known as "Dee" by her family, many friends and associates, received her early education...

May 1, 2018

Thomas Maurice Dunn, Jr. December 19, 1990 – May 1, 2018 Born to Tia L. Adams and Thomas M. Dunn, Sr. Graduate of Thomas McKean High School (2010) & Job Corp. (2012) Affectionately known as “Duck”, he brought a bright smile to everyone who was blessed with the privilege of knowing him. Funeral Service will be held on Monday...

Apr 9, 2018

Lawrence “Garnett” Green was born on September 25, 1963 in Florida to Marjorie Jonson. He departed this life on Monday, April 9, 2018 at the age of 55. Garnett was predeceased by his parents and one brother, Paul Andrews Jr. He is survived by his daughter Tanisha Coward, 2 step sons, Timothy Coward Sr. and William “Curtis” Coward, 2...

Apr 8, 2018

For over 40 years, St. Stephanie served in various capacities in the Harrisburg Tabernacle. She was appointed a Choir Mistress by Elder Robert W. Madison and later Mother Sarah by Elder Benjamin J. Farrar. She was faithful and committed to the work her hands found to do. Her love for God, her Church, her family and her fellowman was...

Mar 31, 2018

Everett was born September 9, 1927 in Indianapolis, IN to the late William and Alice(Davis) Brown. He departed this life on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at the age of 90. His family moved to Detroit, MI where he was educated in  the Detroit Public School System. Everett began his career with Chrysler Corporation and was transferred to Wilmington, DE...

Mar 29, 2018

Wilmington - Richard L. Jones, 86, of  Wilmington, DE died on March 29, 2018. He was born August  6, 1931 to the late Ernest and Eva Jones of Wilmington, DE. After graduating from Howard High School, Richard received his Bachelor's degree in Engineering from the University of Maryland-Eastern Shore. Richard also joined the US Army in 1953, proudly serving in...

Mar 6, 2018

Curtis Howard, Jr. of Wilm.,De, age 61 died on March 6, 2019 at his residence.

He leaves to cherish his memory,  1 son, Keenan Bland, 1 granddaughter Zahirah Bland Howard, 1 sister, Joann Howard, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

On Friday March 22, 2019 there will be a viewing, 2-4 pm, Mother UAME Church,...

Mar 4, 2018

SARAH B. JENKINS was born on November 11, 1926 and departed this life on March 4, 2018, at home surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by her grandchildren, Mia Burton, Andi Williams (Omar), Julian Matthews; two sisters, Millicent Dobson and Jacqueline Selby; four great grandchildren and a host of other relatives. Funeral service 11am Thurs., March 15, 2018...

Feb 27, 2018

Larry Goodwyn,Sr. | 1949 - 2018 | Obituary Larry Goodwyn,Sr. January 15, 1949 - February 27, 2018 In the early hours of February 27, 2018, the most heavenly father in his wisdom took Larry Goodwyn Sr. home to eternal rest and peace. He was born January 15, 1949 to the late Eddie Lloyd Sr. and Beatrice Goodwyn in Wilmington,...

Feb 23, 2018

Gilbert N. Brown Affectionately known as “RAP” was born to the late Marjorie and Lilburn Brown Sr. on May 8, 1951 in Salisbury Md. Gilbert departed this life on Friday February 23, 2018 surrounded by family in the Veteran’s hospital in Wilmington De. Gilbert graduated from Howard High School in 1969. Upon graduation he entered the United States Marine Corps...

Feb 1, 2018

Blanche E. Stansbury, 94, went home to be with the Lord on February 1, 2018. She is survived by her son; Ronald Stansbury, daughters; Lynette Stansbury Scott, Bernadine Stansbury, Jeanette Stansbury, daughter in-law; Maxine Stansbury, son- in- law; Arthur Scott, Sr., 5 grandchildren; Damon Stansbury, Kelli Stansbury, Kevin Frazier, Jr., Keith Stansbury, and Myles, Stansbury,7 great grandchildren,6 great- great...

Jan 19, 2018

Linda Denise Stansbury, 59, went home to be with the Lord after a sudden illness. She is survived by her son, Keith Preston Stansbury, her mother- Blanche Stansbury, brother- Ronald Stansbury, sisters- Lynette Scott , Bernadine Stansbury , and Jeanette Stansbury, brother- in- law- Arthur Scott, niece- Kelli Stansbury, Nephews- Damon Stansbury, Kevin Frazier, Jr., and Myles Stansbury, 3...

Jan 14, 2018

Wilbert John Bentley, affectionately known as "Will", of Wilmington Delaware was born on May 11, 1938 and went home to be with the Lord on January 14, 2018 in the presence of his loving caregivers Pamela and Brinton S Davis, Sr. He was the son of the deceased Helen and (stepfather) Alfred Helm. Wilbert was the eldest of eight...

Dec 16, 2017

Keanan J. Samuels, son of Arica Samuels and James Chappell was born Nov. 28, 1997. He departed this life suddenly on Dec. 16, 2017. He is survived by his parents; maternal grand parents Karen Samuels and Allen Jones (Zelda); great grandmother Roberta Samuels; paternal grandparents Alice Chappell and William McIntyre; sister; brother; aunts; uncles; cousins and lots of friends....

Dec 10, 2017

Dorothy Beulah Henry Dorothy (Beulah) Henry age 82 peacefully departed this life at Brandywine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, on Sunday, December 10, 2017. Her viewing will start at  9am and her service will begin at 11am on Thursday December 21 at Mt.Pisgah Summitt Bridge Church 516 Old Summitt Bridge Rd Middletown DE 19709. Interment Delaware Veterans Cemetery