Local obituaries for Bell Family Funeral Services
Audrey J. Butler
Mar 29, 2017
Audrey J. Butler born March 18, 1929 departed this life on March 29, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving nieces Audrey Collins & Joni Ward. She is survived by her sister Helen Johnson and a host of nieces, nephews and loving friends. Funeral service is Friday, April 7, 2017 at Mother UAME Church, 701 E. 5th St. Wilm,...
Kendall M Smith, Sr.
Mar 22, 2017
Kendall Maurice Smith Sr., son of the late Harry J. Smith and Irene L. Smith-Turner, was born July 19, 1950. Kendall attended Wilmington Public schools and graduated from Howard High School in 1968. Kendall earned Distributive Education (DE) Student of the Year which started his career at Diamond State Telephone Company as a Frame Attendant. While also in high...
Alvin Henry Brown
Mar 20, 2017
Alvin Henry Brown was born in Wilmington, Delaware on August 19, 1940 to the late Mary and Louis Berry. Alvin received his early education from Dunleith Elementary and Junior High School. From there, he graduated from Howard High School in 1959. After graduation, he enrolled and served in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged. After leaving...
Janet M. Williamson- Forrest
Mar 18, 2017
Janet M. Williamson-Forrest was born on January 6, 1948 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Alice Williamson Craig. She moved to Wilmington, DE in 1961. She gave her heart and life to Jesus Christ at an early age. She joined Shiloh Baptist Church and was baptized under the pastorate of the late Dr. William W. Manley at 5th and...
Roy Lee Pulliam
Feb 12, 2017
Roy Lee Pulliam age 69, transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home on February 12, 2017 surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Lucille Pulliam, 3 sons, grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. Service will be held on Saturday February 18, 2017 at Mother UAME Church, 701 E. 5th St....
Thomas Dore Smith
Feb 5, 2017
Thomas Dore Smith, the son of Harry James Smith, Jr. and the late Roslyn Woodard-Smith was born January 4, 1978 with his twin brother, Harry J. Smith,lll who preceded him in death. Thomas attended Wilmington Public Schools and graduated A.I. DuPont High School in 1996. While attending A.I. DuPont High School, Thomas served as captain of the varsity football...
Carl L. Ross
Feb 5, 2017
Carl L. Ross Age 65- New Castle, DE On Sunday February 5, 2017, Carl L. Ross passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends. Funeral service will be held 11 am on Friday February 17, 2017 at St. Paul U.A.M.E. Church, 3114 N. Market St. Wilmington, DE.Viewing 9-11 am only. Interment will take place on February 21,...
Joeann M. Conyer
Jan 29, 2017
Joeann M. Conyer, Age 95, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully at the Regency Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center on Monday, January 29, 2017. She is survived by a daughter and son, three sisters, one brother a sister in-law, one brother in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces nephews, cousins and friends. Service will be held on Monday, February 6. Viewing will be...
Robert G, Miller, Jr.(Chiney)
Jan 24, 2017
Robert G. Miller, Jr. (Chiney), age 54 of Wilmington, DE born July 30, 1962 transitioned peacefully at home on January 24, 2017. Service will be held at Mother UAME Church, 701 E. 5th Street, Wilmington, DE on Saturday February 4, 2017. There will be a visitation from 9-11am Funeral service,11 am.
Gilbert Hawkins
Jan 12, 2017
Gilbert Hawkins was born in Wilmington, Delaware on July 29, 1929 to the late William and Agnes Hawkins. He was called home to eternal rest on January 12, 2017. Affectionately known as “Hawk”, Gilbert attended Wilmington public schools and Saint Joseph Catholic School in Wilmington. An affectionate and caring man, Hawk took on the responsibility of raising a family...
Dr. Aletha Ramseur
Dec 10, 2016
Dr. Aletha Ramseur age 72 of Wilmington DE born March 18, 1944 passed away peacefully on Saturday December 10, 2016 Services will be held at st Josephs Catholic Church 1012 N. French St Wilmington DE on Thursday December 15 2016. There will be visitation from 9:00-10:00am with funeral mass at 10:00am. The burial will follow at Rolling Green Memorial...
Maurice Coleman
Sep 10, 2016
MAURICE COLEMAN AGE 71 OF WILMINGTON DE Passed away Saturday September 10, 2016 at home surrounded by Family. Home going service will be held at Mother UAME Church 701 E 5th Street Saturday September 17, 2016 VIEWING 9-11AM 11AM SERVICE
Jesse Foster, Lll
Jul 17, 2016
Jesse Foster, III, age 58, of New Castle, DE passed away Sunday July 17, 2016. Jesse was born in Wilmington, DE on April 5, 1958, son of the late Jesse Foster, Jr and Ruby Foster. He is survived by his wife Kathy Foster, daughters Malania and Jessica Foster, step-son Nelson Wootson (Shamecca); sisters Dolores Foster-Miller (Mac), Rita Foster, one...
Raymond Lee Bruton, Sr.
Jul 5, 2016
Raymond Lee Bruton, Sr. age 72, peacefully died at his residence on July 5, 2016.. Service will be held at Mother UAME Church 701 E. 5th St. Wilmington, DE, Thursday July 14, 2016 at 11 am. Viewing 9-11 am . Interment, Silverbrook Cemetery.
John W. Russell
Jun 30, 2016
John William Russell, 86, son of the late James Thomas Russell and Ethel Bell Russell was born September 15, 1929 in Wilmington, Delaware. John departed this life, peacefully on June 30, 2016 at home (Lyndhurst,NJ) surrounded by his loved ones. Husband /Dad/Grandpop/Great-Grandpop was love and loved. John was patient and study. He treasured life, music, dancing, philosophy but most...
Lloyd F. Rich
Jun 12, 2016
Lloyd F. Rich Son of the late Lindwood Rich and Elizabeth Whittington. Born March 22, 1943 and departed this life June 12, 2016 in Wilmington, DE. Service will be held on Saturday July 2, 2016 at Mother UAME Church, 701 E. 5th St. Wilmington, DE at 10 AM. Viewing, 8-10 AM. Interment Gracelawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
Annie Greene Allen
Jun 11, 2016
age 88, died on June 11, 2016 in Wilmington, DE. Service will be held on Monday June 20, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Viewing 9 a.m.- 10:45 a.m. Bethel A.M.E. Church, 604 N. Walnut St. Wilm.,DE 19801
Reginald Lee Gardner "Reggie"
Jun 8, 2016
Reginald L. Gardner, "Reggie" age 69, of Wilmington, DE went home to be with the Lord on June 8, 2016. Service will be Monday June 27, 2016 at 11AM, Mother UAME Church, 701 E. 5th Street, Wilmington, DE. Viewing 9-11 AM. Interment, Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Bear, DE.
Stephan D. Mason
May 24, 2016
February 20, 1981 – May 24, 2016 Stephan D. Mason, age 35, of Wilmington, DE passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at Christiana Hospital, Newark, DE. A true and loyal friend to those he loved. He leaves to cherish his memories his mother, Kathi Mason; sisters Tiffany Mason, Sydney Mason, Kiara Revel and Tuesday Hubbard (Abdullah); brothers...
Mary Etta Virginia Faulk
May 22, 2016
Mary Etta Virginia Faulk, age 88 passed away Sunday, May 22, 2016 at Compassionate Care (St. Francis Hospital) after bravely fighting a short illness. Mary is survived by two sisters, Viola Scrivens (Rufus) and Edith Joynes; niece; Carolyn Faulk-Thomas; two great nieces, Joy and Jaykisha Faulk; great-great nephew, Delonte Faulk-St. John and great-great niece, Natalyn Faulk. Relatives and friends...
