Local obituaries for Bell Family Funeral Services

Mar 12, 2011

Ophelia Rosa Washington Nelson of Wilmington, DE died March 12, 2011 in the Wilmington Hospital. Daughter of the late Daniel and Rosa Washington and wife of the late Frank W. Nelson, Sr.Ophelia Nelson was also preceded in death by her son, Frank W. Nelson, Jr and one granchild, LaTanya K. Winward-Brown. Survived by her 8 children, Barbara Richards, Tyrone(Carolyn)...

Mar 9, 2011

Michael DeAngelo Howard, 48 of Wilmington, DE died suddenly on March 9, 2011 in his Wilmington residence. He was born Dec. 30, 1962 to parents Frederick A. Howard and Betty Jean Smiley-Howard. In his early childhood years he was very athletic. He attended Howard High School and after high school he worked for the City of Wilmington for 10...

Mar 7, 2011

Ronald D. Brown age 67, of Wilm., DE departed this life on March 7, 2011. A memorial service will be held at Claymont Stone School, Philadelphia Pike and Darley RD. on March 11, 2011 from 6-8 PM.

Mar 3, 2011

Obituary Lorraine Emma Coston Stansbury, the daughter of the late Emily P. "Emmie" Coston. Lorraine "Rainy Day"as she was called was born in Wilmington, DE on Apriil 9, 1937 and departed this life on March 3, 2011 at home with her family. She received her early education in the Wilmington Public School system. She was raised on the Eastside...

Feb 28, 2011

Obituary Joyce Ann Ringgold age 63, of Wilmington,DE passed away peacefully on February 28, 2011 in the Christiana Hospital, Newark, DE. Ms. Ringgold is survived by her beloved daughters, Tonya Laster(Gregory) and Shamika Harris(Wayne), her 4 grandchildren: Nyeesha Ringgold, Sharlayia Ringgold. Wayne HArris, Jr. and Gionna Laster. 1 great-granddaughter Damani White. She is also survived by 7 brothers and...

Feb 26, 2011

Obituary George Albert Briscoe, Jr. born September 25, 1939. Survived by wife Emma V. Briscoe, 3 sons Don Laws, Euvie Johnson, Jr. and Anthony Johnson; 3 daughters, Sharon Powell(Mark) Deborah Wilson(Reggie) Paulette Johnson(Mark), 4 brothers, Irving Wilson(Mae), William Briscoe(Jackie), Robert Briscoe(Bea), and Thomas Briscoe, 2 sisters; Annie Hicks, Sherrell Briscoe, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death...

Feb 16, 2011

Michael Jermaine Davis was born on December 7, 1981. He departed this life, suddenly, on February 16, 2011. He was educated in the Brandywine Public School District. During his junior and high school years he resided in Dover, DE. As an adult he returned to Wilmington to live. Lovingly submitted, he leaves to cherish his memories; mother, Vivian Johnson(Ronald),...

Jan 27, 2011

Obituary Donald Eugene Watson(Gene) 1929-2011 surrounded by his caring family and friends, Donald passed away at home, New Castle, DE on January 27, 2011. He is the son of Elmer and Sara Watson. He leaves cherished memories with his sister, Arlene Watson, Philadelphia, PA and Elaine Harris, New Castle, DE; his children, Vikki Stokes, Donzaleigh McCord and Joan McGoy(Terrance),...

Jan 18, 2011

October 7,1926- January 18, 2011 On Tuesday January 18, 2011 Momma received her wings and went home to Glory to be with the Lord. The Daughter of the Late Preston & Lillian Walker. Wife of the late Joseph T. Miller Sr. Mother of Edward Young-Wilmington, Joseph T Miller Jr., Newark, Betty Clark, Newark, Niambi(Joyce)T Olufemi, New Castle; JoAnn Hawkins,...

Jan 12, 2011

Marie Francis Banks Pryor of Philadelphia, PA departed this life on January 12, 2011 at the Hospital of the University of PA. She is survived by her father, Arthur Worrell, Doris Thomas cousin/sister, 4 children; Nadine Allen, Anthony Heath, Crystal Waller(Ernest) and Jonathan Banks(Catrina), 11 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and a host of family and friends....

Dec 28, 2010

H. Elaine Purnsley H. Elaine Purnsley, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, Dec 28, 2010 at Compassionate Care Hospice-St. Francis with her daughter by her side. She is survived by her husband Arnold L. Purnsley, devoted daughter Terri A. Bruton, sister Suzanne J. Brown(Bill) of San Diego, California and brother Robert L. Jones(Juanita). Service, Monday January 3, 2011 at Mother...

Dec 1, 2010

Anthony Tyrone Turner(Molly) Sunrise 03/30/1964- Sunset 12/01/2010 quietly and peacefully Wednesday Dec. 1, 2010 Almighty God in infinite wisdom gently closed the eyes of our beloved Anthony Turner. He leaves to cherish his memory, father; Rubin Turner, his son , Anthony Fitzergerald, daughter Teuna Carn, fiancee, Patricia Holmes, 5 sisters; Onnie Purnell, Tonya Daniel, Valerie Holden, Teresa Turner, and...

Dec 1, 2010

Anthony Tyrone Turner(Molly) Sunrise 03/30/1964- Sunset 12/01/2010 quietly and peacefully Wednesday Dec. 1, 2010 Almighty God in infinite wisdom gently closed the eyes of our beloved Anthony Turner. He leaves to cherish his memory, father; Rubin Turner, his son , Anthony Fitzergerald, daughter Teuna Carn, fiancee, Patricia Holmes, 5 sisters; Onnie Purnell, Tonya Daniel, Valerie Holden, Teresa Turner, and...

Nov 27, 2010

William "Juice" Miles, lll age 48, died Saturday November 27, 2010. He is survived by his wife, LaRonda Miles,daughters, Shalonda Murray, LaKeisha Murray, son, William Miles, IV, brother Arnold Kee, sister in law, Phyllis Kee, 3 aunts, 1 great aunt and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Service will be held on Monday December 6, 2010 at 11...

Nov 26, 2010

Mabel Roberts Stewart - age 94. Service Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 at 10:30 AM. Viewing 9:30-10:15 AM at Ezion- Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church, 800 N. Walnut Street. Wilm.,DE

Nov 25, 2010

Louise T. Lucas age 93, died on November 25, 2010. She is survived by her daughter, Marilyn V. Pratt-Hicks, 10 grandchildren, 16 great- grandchildren and 1 great great grandson. Services will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 11 AM Griffith AUMP Church, 96 Cedar Hill Lane, Cedar Hill, MD. Viewing 9-11, Interment at Griffith AUMP Church Cemetery...

Nov 21, 2010

Jade Brooke Beauty Thomas was born on Friday, May 19, 2010 to parents Justin Thomas and Amber Twyne at Christiana Hospital, Newark, DE. Jade’s family was blessed with six months with Jade before she went to her heavenly home on Sunday, November 21, 2010. Jade is deeply loved by her mommy and daddy, her grandparents, great-grandparents, her aunts and...

Nov 15, 2010

Was born in Brooklyn, NY on January 11 1950 to John and Lois Croffett. On Monday November 15, 2010, God allowed Bruce to exchange his earthly struggles for eternal rest and peace. Bruce was predeceased by his father John. He leaves to cherish his memories devoted wife Sandra Debrick Croffett, His mother Lois Croffett of New Haven, CT, a...

Nov 15, 2010

At 73, died on November 15, 2010 at the Francesican Care Center at Brackenville in Hockessin, DE. He was born on April 8, 1937 and was the son of William Miller and the late Gwendolyn Brown. Clarence worked for the Catholic Welfare Guild for several years and was last employed by the State of Delaware Defender's Office.

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May 25, 1913

Martha L. Scott age 82, quietly departed this life in the Regency Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center/Compassionate Care Hospice surrounded by her family on Saturday May 25, 2013. Martha is the wife of the late Amos H. Scott, Jr. who passed away in 1993. She was a member of the Buttonwood United Methodist Church. She is survived by her loving...