Evan W. Smith Funeral Services

Evan W. Smith Funeral Services Family-owned and locally operated, Evan W.

Smith Funeral Services provides compassionate care through personalized funerals, cremations, memorials, and preplanning—serving every family with dignity, respect, and heartfelt support. A local family-owned and operated company, we offer an array of funeral services, including traditional funerals, cremations, memorials, preplanning, and more to meet your needs.

On January 20, 1961, God blessed us with Barbara Lee Watson. Barbara was the fifth child born to Mary and William Watson...
05/06/2026

On January 20, 1961, God blessed us with Barbara Lee Watson. Barbara was the fifth child born to Mary and William Watson.
Barbara was raised in a Christian home and spent her formative years in the Bronx, New York. She attended P.S.63, graduated from Morris High School in 1978 and successfully com...

Arthur John Wright was born on October 27, 1935, in Milton, Delaware to the late Ella Murray and the late Ernest Hazzard...
05/06/2026

Arthur John Wright was born on October 27, 1935, in Milton, Delaware to the late Ella Murray and the late Ernest Hazzard. He went home to be with the Lord on Sunday April 26, 2026, surrounded by family.

Arthur graduated from William Henry High School, Dover, Delaware, and later served in the...

05/05/2026
Terrace Jamar Berry, (Big Money Grip) 46, of Wilmington, DE, passed away, suddenly on Tuesday April 21, 2026 in the Chri...
05/05/2026

Terrace Jamar Berry, (Big Money Grip) 46, of Wilmington, DE, passed away, suddenly on Tuesday April 21, 2026 in the Christiana Hospital.

Terrace “Rutter” was born on June 12, 1979 to William and Victoria Berry in Wilmington DE.

He was currently employed at Crazy Cats Bar and Grill in...

At Evan W. Smith Funeral Services, we often meet families during one of the hardest weeks of their lives. The days leadi...
05/04/2026

At Evan W. Smith Funeral Services, we often meet families during one of the hardest weeks of their lives. The days leading up to a funeral can feel like a blur of decisions, phone calls, arrangements, and loved ones coming through the door.

Yet many families quietly discover something in the days and weeks that follow. When the service ends, the grief does not simply fade. For many, that is when the silence grows louder, and the weight of the loss begins to settle in more deeply.

If you are finding that your grief feels heavier after the funeral, you are not alone. Your feelings are real, valid, and worthy of compassion.

We’ve shared more thoughts on why the funeral is not the end of the grief journey, and ways to gently care for yourself in the days ahead, in our latest blog post below.

https://www.evanwsmithfuneralservices.com/blog/blog/why-the-funeral-isnt-the-end-of-the-grief-journey

Felicia Sandra Wall was born on November 12, 1965, to Ann Novella Wall (Brooks) and the late Parris Lewis Wall. She was ...
05/04/2026

Felicia Sandra Wall was born on November 12, 1965, to Ann Novella Wall (Brooks) and the late Parris Lewis Wall. She was educated in the Capital School District and spent most of her life as a resident of Dover, Delaware.

Felicia was well loved by all who knew her and instantly liked by those...

One of the biggest challenges families face after a loss is not knowing what to do first. In the midst of grief, even si...
05/01/2026

One of the biggest challenges families face after a loss is not knowing what to do first. In the midst of grief, even simple decisions can feel overwhelming.

Having clear, compassionate guidance can ease some of that stress, giving you space to focus on honoring your loved one and caring for yourself and your family. At Evan W. Smith Funeral Services, we are here to walk beside you, step by step, with patience, understanding, and respect.

Every family’s journey is unique, and there are no “wrong” questions. If you feel comfortable sharing, what do you wish you had known ahead of time, or what guidance would have helped you most during a difficult time?

After a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, Professor Leland Ware, who served as the inaugural Louis L. Redding Chair ...
04/30/2026

After a long battle with Parkinson’s disease, Professor Leland Ware, who served as the inaugural Louis L. Redding Chair for the Study of Law and Public Policy at the University of Delaware for more than two decades, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Before this appointment, he served as Profess...

Gone, but never forgotten. The obituary for Mr. Watson will be published at a later date.
04/30/2026

Gone, but never forgotten. The obituary for Mr. Watson will be published at a later date.

Forever in the hearts of so many
04/29/2026

Forever in the hearts of so many

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Wilmington, DE
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