Nicole Marie “Nikki” Walters
April 6, 1983 - June 5, 2026
Nicole Marie “Nikki” Walters, age 43, of Bear, DE, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Born in Wilmington, DE, on April 6, 1983, she was a daughter of Mary (Burke) Walters and the late Ronald James Walters. Nikki worked as a lead associate at Wawa in Claymont for 19 years.
Nikki found peace visiting the beach and loved watching the dolphins. She always looked forward to her next vacation and especially enjoyed going to Florida. When Nikki wanted to relax, she enjoyed going for a drive. Her most cherished memories were made with her family, who she loved immensely.
Nikki is survived by her children, Gavin L.J. Smoot and Bailey N. Hosey; mother, Mary B. Walters; siblings, Kim Nicholas (David) and Lindsay Hallett (Billy); Goddaughter, Hailey Hallett; nephews, Zachary Davis (Shannon), Jake Davis (Katie), and Kyle Davis (Sierra); niece, CJ Nicholas; best friend, Katie Phipps; and family.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 345 Bear Christiana Road, Bear, DE, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 am. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE.
Nikki’s compassion for others knew no bounds, as an organ donor, her heroism will help save the lives of others. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Nikki’s memory to Gift of Life Donor Program, 401 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 or online by clicking here.
Janet rentz
I am shocked!!!! How could this happen? I’m with you my friends
Dee
Aww Lindsay, so sorry for your loss. Very sad. ~hugs
Debbie
Lindsey so sorry for your loss love prayers N prayers
Katie Hitchens
I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. I grew up with her over the years and actually first met Nikki in preschool at little world she was always so kind and loving. So sad she left the world so young 🥺.
Lauren Greene
I am so unbelievably shocked and devastated to hear of losing nikki . She was a good friend to me and wonderful mother . My deepest condolences and prayers for her children family and loved ones .
Louella & Terry Peck
Nikki you will truly be missed, I always love seeing you and your children. I will never forget you , and you trained me at Wawa 14 years ago. I love you. You had a heart of gold. Your with God now so kid butt up there now lol.
Kendell Hosey
Mom I’m so sorry I’m so shocked you taught me how to become a woman you taught me how a mom is supposed to be thank you being the best step mom I ever had I love you mom 💔🥺I’ll always check in on Bailey
Stephanie Wessell
Lindsay, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know your sister meant the world to you. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Love you always.
Deborah S Unger
I am in shock. I’m so very sorry. I worked with Nikki at #844 for many years. I love you Nikki. I will miss you so much 💔
Liz Shrewsbury
I am absolutely shattered. I just saw you, and somehow every time we caught up, it felt like no time had passed at all.
You carried yourself with a tough exterior.. I always admired this about you. However, anyone lucky enough to know you knew the truth.. you had one of the kindest, most loving hearts. The love you had for your babies, your family, and your friends was impossible to miss.
My heart is with your children and your family as they navigate this unimaginable loss. I hope they find comfort in the little things.. glimpses of you in the sunshine, the sound of the waves at the beach, and the memories that will always keep you close.
Rest peacefully, Nikki. You were loved more than you knew, and you will be missed beyond words.
Dakota
This is shocking! To her family, I’m so very sorry for your loss! Nikki used to be my teacher at the daycare on Bear Christiana Rd. This was years ago….. She drove a lime green neon and I thought she was the coolest person! I wanted to be just as cool as her when I grew up. She would play us kids the latest CD’s. At the time I fondly remember her playing the new Sisqo album where the Thong Song was on. This had to be about 1999-2000. Fast forward while I was working at Wawa she stopped in and I instantly recognized her. It’s so crazy how time had passed but she looked the same. This is so saddening.
Shannon
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Nikki. I met Nikki in high school, she grew into a beautiful mom and best friend to my cousin. Nikki you’ll be missed but never ever ever forgotten!
Catherine Onorato
Still shocked and processing why this happened to Nikki. A funny, kind, genuine soul who was always destined to be the incredible Mom that she was. I will never forget the love she gave to my siblings and me. We loved her like family. Sending so much love to the Walters family.
Marshall
Nikki it was a pleasure meeting you and working with you the job wont be the same. My heart is hurt to be posting a message like this. But i have comfort in knowing no more pain no more worries and no more sorrow. Rest well till that great getting up morning. Gavin and lindsey and family, Im praying for your strength during this difficult time.