Local obituaries for Bell Family Funeral Services
Apostle Raymond Phillip Stansbury
Jul 27, 2023
Born to Marjorie Jean Loper Stansbury and fathered and raised by Johnny Mac Stansbury, Raymond Phillip Stansbury was born on August 24th, 1958, in Wilmington Delaware and surrendered his spirit back to Yah after a courageous fight, on July 27th, 2023 in the Christiana Care Hospital.
Raymond, also affectionately known by his family and friends as: Ray,...
Paul Arnold Loper
Jul 21, 2023
Paul Loper was born March 20, 1945, in Wilmington, Delaware, the son of the late William and Elsie Loper. He was the last born of the (Magnificent 7) Loper siblings. Reverend Bessie Jones, Reverend Delores Loper, William Loper, Jackie Caulk (deceased), Ronald Loper (deceased), Marjorie Stansbury (deceased).
Paul was the most loving and devoted husband, father, and...
Patricia Gwendolyn Crampton
Jul 18, 2023
Patricia Gwendolyn Crampton passed away in the hospital surrounded by family, at the age of 72.
Treasie, or Pat as she was lovingly called by family and friends, was born to the late Florence Mae Boyer Hawkins and James Walter “Bus” Hawkins in December, 1950.
She grew up in Kennett Square, PA and graduated from...
Saleema C. Karim-Bey
Jun 9, 2023
Saleema C Karim-Bey (Russell) was born August 21, 1947, in Wilmington, Delaware to Clara Eliza Walls Russell Thompson and John William Russell. She was also known as Shemie. Saleema departed this life, suddenly on June 9, 2023.
Saleema received her early education through Delaware's public education system where she graduated from Wilmington High School in 1965. Saleema...
Tomonique Lonya Nash Watson
Jun 1, 2023
Tomonique Lonya Nash Watson was born on November 30,1964 in Wilmington, Delaware to Natalie & Thomas Nash. She departed this life on June 1,2023 at her residence.
Tomingue, also known as Bup, received her education from James Groove Adult Education School. She worked various jobs over the years. Tomonique fellowship at various churches, although she was not...
Melvin Lewis Johnson
May 30, 2023
Melvin Lewis Johnson was born October 9, 1951 to Dorothy Johnson and Louis C Johson. Melvin peacefully departed this life on Tuesday May 30, 2023, in Christiana Care Hospital.
Melvin graduated from De La Warr High School in New Castle, DE. After graduation Melvin enlisted into the United States Air Force, where he proudly served his country...
Brenda Edita Bell
May 20, 2023
Brenda Edita Bell was peacefully called from labor to reward on May 20, 2023, at the Christiana Care Hospital. “Bren, BB or Sunshine” as she was lovingly called by family and friends, was born to the late Ethel I. Bell and William Campbell Sr. on August 28, 1949, in Wilmington, Delaware.
She grew up on the East...
Derrick Lamont Johnson "Dj"
May 13, 2023
Derrick Lamont Johnson affectionately known as DJ transitioned this life peacefully at the age of 59 years old on May 13, 2023 surrounded by his family . Derrick was born on July 8,1963 to the late Ida Elizabeth Johnson and Robert Ford of Chester, Pennsylvania. He was raised in Chester, PA and received his education in the Chester Upland...
William M. Hoxter, Jr.
May 10, 2023
On the evening of May 10, 2023, William Melvin Hoxter, Jr., fondly called Bill or Junior by his loved ones and church community, passed away peacefully. His devoted wife of 29 years, Lola Hoxter, was by his side during this time.
Jackie Robert Brooks "Kojack"
Apr 24, 2023
Jackie Robert Brooks was born September 19, 1958. He departed his life on April 24, 2023.
He was born to his biological Mother Mildred Akin Penny. She later gave Jackie, her youngest child at the time to Russell and Elizabeth Ellis who raised Jackie into the man we know as Kojack.
Jackie attended Delawarr High...
Mitchell V. Jackson
Apr 21, 2023
Mitchell Jackson affectionally known as “Feno” was born on January 17, 1959 and departed this life for a heavenly home on April 21, 2023, at age 64. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.
Feno received his education in Wilmington public schools and if you knew him, you loved him. He had a big...
Mary K. Walker "Kaby"
Apr 19, 2023
Our Matriarch Mary K. Walker
Mary K. Walker who was affectionately known as “Kaby” peacefully went to eternal rest on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 exactly 2 weeks after her 96 birthday at the Hillside Nursing Home.
Kaby was born April...
Jesse C. Woody
Apr 13, 2023
Jesse C. Woody was born May 17, 1949 to the late John and Mattie Woody. He transitioned this life at his home on April 13, 2023.
A gravesite memorial service will be held on Tuesday April 25, 2023, at Silverbrook Cemetery, 3300 Lancaster Pike Wilmington, DE 19805.
#recaptcha-container label { display: none }
Peggy Hoyle
Apr 10, 2023
Peggy Hoyle, 76, of Wilmington, Delaware transitioned on April 10, 2023 surrounded by family.
Peggy was born on April 4 th , 1946 to the late parents Helen Gibbs and James Lucas of Engelhard, NC. Peggy is now reunited with her loving husband of 43 years, William B. Hoyle Sr. who proceeded her in death. Together they...
Howard Roger Brown, Jr.
Apr 6, 2023
Howard Roger Brown, Jr. passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2023, at the age of 89. Howard was born March 7, 1934, the only son of the late Howard R. “Pete” Brown, Sr, and Luella M. Brown, in Wilmington, Delaware.
Upon graduating from Howard High School, in 1952, he served active duty in the U.S. Army from...
Shameka Lynn Mason
Mar 25, 2023
Shameka Lynn Mason, 43, of Wilmington, Delaware, was born on July 10, 1979, and transitioned peacefully at home on Saturday, March 25th, 2023.
Shameka was affectionately known as Meka by her family and friends. She grew up on the Eastside of Wilmington, attended Christina Public Schools, and completed her education at Delaware Technical College. Meka was a...
Henerietta Nelson
Mar 11, 2023
On June 18, 1951, the late Theodosia and James Nelson Sr. brought Henrietta Nelson into this world. She departed this life on March 11, 2023 at the age of 71 years young. Henrietta received her education in the public schools of Wilmington De. She worked for General Motors Corp. until she retired. Henrietta is survived by her two sons who...
John H. Perry, Jr.
Mar 1, 2023
John H. Perry, Jr. passed away peacefully at 7:00 am at home on March 1, 2023.
John was born July 13, 1937 in Richmond, VA to the late Elizabeth Parker and Johnnie Perry. He was the oldest of 3 children. He was predeceased by his sister Delores Perry and his brother Walter Perry.
John served...
Raymond Reed
Feb 20, 2023
Raymond Reed departed this life at the age of 80. He was born May 8,1942 and was the third son of 5 boys of the late Samuel Reed Sr., father and Laura Reed, mother. He was predeceased by his brothers; Samuel Reed, Jr. Robert (Bobby) Reed, Wayne Reed, Michael Reed.
Raymond was a hard worker with several...
Derek "Fess" Rogers
Feb 1, 2023
Derek "Fess" Rogers born July 19, 1959 died February 1, 2023 at St. Francis Hospital at the age of 63.
He was the third youngest of 8 children.
Derek loved to sing and make people smile. He was definitely a people person. He will be truly missed by his family members and all who remember...
