Donna A. “Meatball” Morris
June 25, 1958 - October 31, 2024
Donna A. “Meatball” Morris, age 66, of New Castle, DE, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2024.
Born in Wilmington, DE, on June 25, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Lillian (Dobrowalski) Riccio. She was a 1976 graduate of William Penn High School. In her earlier years, she was an avid softball player for Fatima CYO, playing second base.
Donna worked at Super Fresh for many years, before most notably becoming a deli clerk at Pleasantville Country Maid Deli, where she formed many cherished relationships with her customers, whom she often referred to as her “regulars.”
Donna enjoyed the simple pleasures in life: chatting with friends and family, relaxing at the pool or beach, watching football, and hosting gatherings with her family and friends. She had a special talent for entertaining and was especially known for her “famous” Superbowl parties.
Donna’s vibrant personality lit up every room she entered, and she had a knack for making everyone feel welcomed and valued.
In addition to her parents, Donna was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Riccio. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, David L. Morris; sons, Joseph Morris (Jessica) of Bear and Bradley Morris (Kasey) of New Castle; sister, Monica Stong (Steven) of Bear; grandchildren, Anthony, Joseph, and Daniel Morris; niece, Kaitlin Stong; and nephews, Thomas and Brandon Riccio.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 11 am. Inurnment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Donna’s memory to Faithful Friends, 165 Airport Road, New Castle, DE 19720 or online by clicking here.
Johnstone
My forever friend love you keep things hopping til we meet again.To Dave and kids may your memories make you smile and keep her close at heart.
Cindy Sagers
Gonna miss you Donna aka (Meatball) when I go in the store it’s not gonna be the same to me without you there RIP meatball Cindy Sagers
Ronnie,Michaela,Sabrina,Giovanni NardoBranch
Monica, Steve, Kaitlyn, Dave, Family & Friends
Donna was a special person. She will forever remain in our hearts and memories. I am so sorry your going through this. My sincere condolences and love to you during this difficult time. Our hearts and prayers will be with all of you. Rest in heaven Donna.
Sandi
My deepest sympathy to Donna’s family. She was a wonderful person. She was always making me laugh. I’m gonna miss her. I have great memories of her. Another Bad Ass New Castle girl gone but never forgotten. Rip Donna Sandi💕
Robyn Timmons craighton
I am so sorry to hear of Donna’s passing. We were in many classes together at Wm Penn- she always made it fun! I would run into her over the years and enjoy catching up with her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this time.
Kim Kirkley
Working with you at the delivery was a blast. You were so funny and such a people person. May you rest in peace.
Donald Ashley
I am so sorry to hear this. She was a very nice, good kind considerate person and so was her brother Tommy she will be missed, but I know now she’s in a better place with the Lord.
Donna Ashley
hey Donna all of us had so much fun at the Lady of Fatima we had so many laughs and that is when we all became a family . I know you will be busy up there tell Tommy, Billy, Johnny, Larry, Leroy, Lori, and the rest of the gang hi for me. Love you Donna
Dawn and Donnie Sagers
Dave,
My wife and I met you at the deli one night when you came to pick up Donna from work. I went to school with Donna up thru high school and we also ran around Chelsea park as kids. There will never be anyone as nice as Donna was. I know she touched many people with her generosity and friendship. God got a true angel.
Rest in peace Donna
Paul & Shelly Gray
David & Donna were our neighbors at Gulls Way Campground . We enjoyed their company around our campfire. May she rest in peace
Paul & Shelly Gray