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Newark, Delaware Joe "JP" Pak 1968 — 2023 Joe "JP" Pak, 54 of Newark, DE, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023 in Newark, DE. He fought a brief but courageous battle with an aggressive cancer. Born in Taegu, South Korea on May 25, 1968. He was the son of Young Han Lee and the late Kwang Ung Pak. Joe owned and operated Pak's Painting in Newark, DE. He enjoyed playing darts and going to the movies. He loved food and experiencing new places to eat. Most of all he loved spending time with his family. Joe is survived by his wife: Lisa (Barton) Pak; children: Pamela Pak, Marisa Gallaher (Bobby Reusch) and Nicholas Gallaher (Ali); mother: Young Han Lee; step-mother: Song Pak; brothers: Tim (Jenny) and John Pak; granddaughter: London...

Raleigh, North Carolina David Jones 1945 — 2023 David E. Jones passed away at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC, after a 20-year battle with Parkinson's Disease. David was the son of Edward Charles Jones, Jr. and Doris Marion Potts Jones, of Glen Mills, PA. He spent most of his growing-up years in Nashville and Chattanooga, TN. He was an avid golfer and played on the golf team at The Baylor School in Chattanooga, where he was a valedictorian of his class. He is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he majored in physics with a minor in mathematics. He worked in computer graphics design for the DuPont Company in Wilmington, Delaware. and received several patents for products in the computer...

Hanover, Pennsylvania Samuel J. Wise 1936 — 2023 Samuel James Wise, 86, of Hanover, PA, entered God's eternal care, Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Homewood at Plum Creek Nursing Center. Born November 3, 1936, in Lansdale, PA, he was the son of the late John E. and Mae W. (Kenderdine) Wise. Samuel was the loving husband of the late Eleanor M. (Martin) Wise with whom he shared 35 years of marriage until her passing on July 25, 2019. Samuel was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church, Hanover, PA. Samuel worked for Hercules, Inc. in Delaware for 34 years as a Lab Tech until his retirement in 1996. Samuel was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served his country proudly from 1957 to 1962. Samuel enjoyed golfing and wood...

Seneca, South Carolina Barbara McMahon Ramler 1920 — 2023 South Carolina- Ramler, Barbara McMahon, passed away on March 8th, 2023 in Seneca, South Carolina at age 102. She was born and raised in Sutersville, Pennsylvania before attending and graduating from Penn State University with a Bachelor's degree in Education. She also earned admission to Phi Beta Kappa. She was a member of the American Association of University Women, loved reading Shakespeare and took classes while in retirement at the University of Delaware's Academy (Wilmington Branch).She met and married Edward Ramler at PSU and they were lifelong partners until his death in 2002. She is survived by her three sons, Gerald E. Ramler of Henrico, VA (Carolyn), Hugh P. Ramler of Seneca, SC...

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina James Richard Bernard 1944 — 2023 James Bernard passed away unexpectedly at his Hilton Head home on the evening of February 23, 2023. Jim was born on October 11, 1944, to Ldean and Holly Bernard. He spent his formative years in Saline, Michigan. Following high school, he enrolled at the University of Michigan. He became a lifelong "Wolverine". He graduated in 1966 with a degree in Chemical Engineering. Immediately after his graduation, he began work for the DuPont Company in the labs at their Richmond, Virginia facility. While there he obtained a degree in Business Administration from the University of Richmond. In 1971, he was transferred to DuPont's corporate headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware. It was here in...

Newark, Delaware Steven Phillip Purvis 1946 — 2023 Steven Phillip Purvis, age 76, of Newark, DE, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023. He was born on February 26, 1946 in Keokuk, IA to the late Charles Crocker Purvis and Nannie Maude (Pence) Purvis. Before retiring, Steven worked at Dupont as a computer data analyst, a skill he carried over into his love of computers. He was also very talented with his hands, using his woodworking skills to produce many fine pieces of furniture for family and friends. Steve also excelled at working with stained glass, building model cars and was an accomplished photographer. There wasn't much of anything he couldn't do if he set his mind to it. Steven enjoyed riding his Harley and going to car...

Athens, Georgia Katherine Snow ?Kathy? Segars 1947 — 2023 Katherine Snow "Kathy" Segars, 75, of Athens, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Born in Athens, Kathy was the daughter of the late Ralph Mattox Snow, Sr. and Louise Hencely Snow. Kathy never met a stranger, and she left everyone she met richer in spirit than she found them. Always enjoying the company of others, she was the life of every party she attended. She will be remembered for her infectious enthusiasm, her positive outlook during even the most difficult times, her keen wit, and her abiding faith in Jesus Christ. A gifted and creative storyteller, Kathy could capture the attention and the imagination of any audience?a skill that she undoubtedly honed through...

Hudson, Florida Charles Coffiey 1939 — 2023 Charles Coffiey of Hudson, FL passed away on February 11, 2023. Survivors wife Diana; daughter Kim; son Chuck; and families. See dobiesfuneralhome.com

Oldsmar, Florida Louise Nardi Hesen 1940 — 2023 Louise Nardi Hesen of Oldsmar, FL, died January 30, 2023. She was born on March 19, 1940, in Williamsport, PA, the daughter of Louis and Betty Hagen Nardi. She earned a BA in Liberal Arts in Spanish from Pennsylvania State University, after which she taught Spanish at the Williamsport High School, Brandywine High School, and Mt. Pleasant High School in Wilmington, DE. In 1964, she married Joseph Hesen, son of Joseph and Edna Hesen. She was survived by her loving husband Joe Hesen, her sister, Jean Benning, and brother, James Nardi. Throughout her life, she enjoyed playing and watching tennis, cooking, reading, and travel with her perfect partner, Joe.

Naples, Florida Richard "Dick" Francis Deery 1938 — 2023 Richard "Dick" Francis Deery, loving husband, father, brother and loyal, wonderful friend passed away after a long struggle with the complications of MDS (Myelodysplastic syndrome), on Sunday, January 22nd at AVOW Hospice with his wife, daughter and son-in-law by his side. He was born on July 1, 1938 in Wilmington, DE to the late Margaret (Loffredo) Deery and Francis Hugh Deery. Dick's father passed away at 33 years of age, when Dick was only 10 years old. His mother later married his stepfather, Milton Ennis, who is also deceased. Dick graduated from Pierre S. duPont High School in Wilmington, DE, and Massanutten Military Academy in Woodstock, VA. He then attended St. Joseph's College in...

Vero Beach, Florida Bernard W. William Coll 1937 — 2023 Bernard W. Coll, 85, passed from this earth three weeks before his 86th birthday, on January 20, 2023, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, to John Joseph Coll and Olga Morrissey Coll on February 15, 1937. During WWII, his parents moved to Wilmington, Delaware, where he graduated from A. I. du Pont High School and the University of Delaware, started his family, and retired before moving to Vero Beach, Florida, in 1999. Bernie was a proud veteran who joined the 142nd Delaware Air National Guard on November 21, 1954. He served proudly as a Loadmaster on C97 and C130 aircraft and rose to the rank of Master Sergeant before retiring in March 1982. He...

Seaford, Delaware Preston Grace 1967 — 2023 Preston Grace, age 55, passed away on January 10, 2023. Visitation and service on January 21, 2023 at 10am at Woodbridge High School, Greenwood, DE. For full details visit www.framptom.com

Newark, Delaware Phyllis Ann Meadows 1951 — 2022 Phyllis Ann Meadows, age 71, of Newark, DE, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 30, 2022. She was born in Elkton, MD on March 22, 1951 to the late Charles Mars and Irene (Collins) Mars. Before she was a member of Newark Baptist Church, she was a member of First Baptist Church in Elkton where she sang in the choir and taught Children's Church and Vacation Bible school. She was a hard-working and loving woman who found great joy in her family - especially her grandchildren, visiting with friends - especially her neighbor and "bestie", Linda, and working in her flower garden - which has been said to rival Longwood Gardens. Phyllis, who was a stay-at-home mom while her children...

Greenwood, Delaware Richard K. Kalinevitch 1939 — 2022 Richard K. Kalinevitch of Greenwood died Dec. 5, 2022 as the result of an automobile accident. He was 83. Service Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 1:00 at the Framptom Funeral Home - Fleischauer Chapel in Greenwood. Friends visit 12:00 to 1:00. Richard was not a formal person and the family requests all in attendance to wear casual clothing. Donations to Greenwood Fire Co. PO Box 1, Greenwood, DE 19950 or to the charity of your choice. Visit www.framptom.com

Knoxville, Tennessee Joan Vogel Bachman 1930 — 2022 Joan Vogel Bachman of Knoxville, Tennessee, formerly longtime resident of Newark, Delaware, passed away on November 19, 2022. She was born on August 29, 1930, in Wilmington, Delaware to Helen Bachman Shortt and Earl Shortt. Joan graduated from P.S. DuPont High School and Goldey-Beacon College where she studied business. She would later retire from the Recorder of Deeds Office of New Castle County. Joan was an avid gardner, ultimately receiving her master gardner designation. A life long member of the Newark Library, she was a voracious reader and an enthusiastic support of the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. She loved spending time at the beach with her extended family, and wintering...

Richmond, Virginia Shirley Craze Wiegand 1919 — 2022 WIEGAND, Shirley Craze, 103, of Richmond, Va. died November 15, 2022 surrounded by her family. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, William "Bill" Wiegand. She is survived by her children, William A. Wiegand, Jr. (Kathleen) and Ruth Krevchuck (Daniel); grandchildren, Matthew Wiegand (Ann), Brian Krevchuck, Kevin Krevchuck (Christine), Adam Krevchuck (Mary Kate), Meredith Thomas (Marc) and Jennifer Hutchinson (Mark); eight great-grandchildren who were the light of her life, Ava and Grayson Wiegand, Natalie, Gabrielle and Jillian Krevchuck, and Emma, Isabelle and John Hutchinson; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Wiegand was a retired Miller and Rhoads employee and a...

Wilmington, Delaware Mary Catherine Evanco 1943 — 2022 Mary Catherine Evanco, age 78, of Newark, DE, passed away on Friday, October 14, 2022. She was born on October 24, 1943, in Hazelton, PA to the late John Yoch and Mary (Williams) Yoch. Mary worked for Dr. Franklin and Dr Bilski as a medical receptionist and later on in life worked for Bailey, Banks and Biddle Jewelers as a salesperson, which she took joy in. Due to her back issues, it limited her activities, but she enjoyed being a homebody and she loved watching her favorite shows on television. Mary was a huge Neil Diamond fan. She will be missed by everyone that knew and loved her. Mary is survived by her longtime companion, Thomas Herbener; children: Michael John Evanco, Stepson,...

Newark, Delaware Goro Nagase 1933 — 2022 On September 10, 2022, Goro Nagase, beloved husband of the late Takako Nagase and survived by his son, George Nagase; his daughter and son-in-law, Terumi and Chris McKenna; and granddaughter, Naomi McKenna; and brother, Mitsumasa Nagase. Also survived by many loving family and friends. Celebration of Life services will be held in Ellicott City, MD on Sunday, October 2. For details, please visit www.HarryWitzkeFuneralHome.com

Athens, Georgia Allen Dupree King Jr. 1934 — 2022 Professor Allen Dupree King, 87, passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022 in Athens, Georgia. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Dr. Allen Dupree King, Sr. and May Loeffler Keech King. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Suzanne Hofmann King; his sister, Ernestine Loeffler King, Frankfurt, KY; his daughter, Suzanne King Jackson (Stan), Aiken, SC; his son, Stephen Allen King, Aiken, SC; his son, Peter Morton King, Lexington, GA; and two grandchildren: Ashlan Dupree Jackson, Nashville, TN; Conner Stephen King, Estill Springs, TN. He attended Wilmington Friends School in Wilmington, Delaware where he played varsity football and varsity baseball. He received his...

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