Louise M. Wilkins, successful businesswoman
Louise M. Wilkins, 92, of Millsboro, passed away Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, at home with her family by her side.
She was born in Georgetown to the late Raymond B. and Helen Pepper Marvel. She is also preceded in death by her husband, John L. “Jack” Wilkins in 2009, stepfather, Lloyd T. Rogers; and sister, Betty Arthur.
Louise sold Avon for many years and owned Louise M. Wilkins Ltd. as a realtor. She also owned and operated the family businesses The Corner Stores package store and dairy market in downtown Millsboro. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Millsboro Lioness, Indian River Homemakers Club, and the Twinkle Club, a local dance organization. In recent years, she looked forward to attending CHEER. She enjoyed painting, ceramics, and creating crafts of all kinds, especially angels. Louise and Jack traveled extensively with family and friends, but her favorite place to be was at home on the Indian River. Louise had a servant’s heart, and many benefited from her time and talents shared, including dinner invitations, meal deliveries, and handmade gifts. She was happiest spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Louise was a cherished wife, mother, and Nana to all.
She is survived by her daughter, Jaclynn Stuart Cordrey of Millsboro; granddaughter, Kristi Gamuciello Smith and her husband Joseph Smith III of Millsboro; grandson, Ryan Stuart of Zolfo Springs, Fla.; and brother, Raymond B. Marvel and his wife Ruth of Wareham, Mass. Louise was blessed with eight great-grandchildren, Reagan Gamuciello, Haylee Smith, Jasmine Stuart, Joseph Gamuciello, Lilly Stuart, Jason Stuart, William Gamuciello III and Logan Smith, all of Millsboro.
A viewing will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 12, at Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro, with a service beginning at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Millsboro Lions Club, c/o David Mitchell, P.O. Box 502, Millsboro, DE 19966.
Visit Louise’s Life Memorial webpage and sign her online guestbook at watsonfh.com.
