Veronica A. “Roni” Griffith
August 30, 1957 - August 12, 2026
Veronica A. “Roni” Griffith, age 68, of New Castle, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Born in Wilmington, DE on August 30, 1957, she was a daughter of the late Clarence C. and Geraldine (Grabowski) Griffith, Sr. Roni worked as a cashier at Rite Aid in New Castle.
Roni could often be found watching game shows. She was an avid shopper, spending her free time searching for her next treasure.
In addition to her parents, Roni was preceded in death by her partner, John Hensley, II; brother, Skip Griffith; and nephew, Scott Orr. She is survived by her sons, Tyler Hensley and Chandler Hensley; stepchildren, Destiny Hensley and John Hensley III (Sarah); sister, Lisa Orr (Dave); grand dog, Milo; and many nieces and nephews.
All services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Roni’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online by clicking here; or to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, TX 75380 or online by clicking here.
Michael Ingram
Who is going to be the one that makes the kind words about all the sisters and brothers from the Acres. I am so sorry to see this. Rest in peace sister from the hood. Ingram
Janice Biddle
I’m so sorry about Roni I thought I had time what a bad friend 🧡,but I love her and you and always will till I depart this world
Joe Hayes
Sorry for your loss.
Sarah
I’m grateful to have gotten to know you and have you as my Mother in Law, but you were Mom to me too! Rest in peace. We will certainly miss you! Love you!
Carol Logan
Rip sweet lady your beautiful person inside and out. God bless ur family
Judy Gibbons
My heart goes out to all of you. I am so very sorry for your loss. Roni was a sweetheart. She always treated me and my family with love and respect. She Never forget about my brother Harry who was taken from us long ago. I am so glad that I got to visit her that day in the hospital. She looked really good and was getting ready to go back home. Her family was her most precious treasure. She was so thankful for you all.
Love, Judy & Bob Gibbons
Karen Mccall
To Roni’s family,
I’m so sorry for your loss . I bowled with Roni and Lisa and their Mom years ago. I was friends with her on FB and she always had something kind to say on my posts. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.💔🙏💔🙏
Patty (Janvier) Hemphill
This is so sad to hear. Roni was a beautiful person and had a heart of gold. You will be missed by many. 💛
Beth DeLong
Sorry to hear that Roni passed. Keeping her family in my prayers for comfort and peace during this most difficult time. May God be with you all.
BRUCE A STOOPS
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of RONI she was a true RAMBLETON ROCK and will be missed by so many, R I P Roni and love and prayers to her family.
Mark Bell
You will be missed Roni. WPHS class of 75 remembers.
Susan Pizzini
Oh Ronnie, I’m so sorry to hear this news. You’ve been so sweet and kind, caring about others. This makes me so sad. You will be missed. 💔
Irene Marcotte
Aunt Reenie is so very sorry to hear the sad news of your passing. Rest in Peace.
You will always remain in our hearts 🥰 💞
Cathi Cassetta Diem
Girl, I will miss you my friend, we had some laughs and some chats at work, and boy did we laugh, I’m sorry you are no longer with us, but I’m happy you are with God and your family in heaven, there’s no doubt you are up there angels can only live so long on earth, you were always so kind and sweet to people, even when you they didn’t deserve your kindness, you will be missed my friend.. love you oxoxoxox
Tracinda Lewis
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of a truly beautiful soul that had the biggest heart ❤️ You will always have a special place in our hearts because of your kind sweet thoughtful nature 💛
You always “checked” on us even if it was just a quick “How are you & the girls”
The LOVE you had for your family & friends is beyond measure ❤️
🩷REST EASY SWEET ANGEL🩷
Patricia Anderson-Rice
Roni,
Was one of my favorite cahiers at Rite Aid. She was always upbeat and very helpful. My prayers go out to the family at this present time and ask that God provide you with comfort.