City of Wilmington Hosts Street Sub-Naming Ceremonies in Honor of Herman M. Holloway, Jr., Clarence R. White, Bishop Boston Ford, Jr.

WILMINGTON - Mayor Carney was joined by local elected officials and the loved ones of three Wilmington giants - Herman M. Holloway, Jr., Clarence R. White, and Bishop Boston Ford, Jr. - for a series of three street sub-naming ceremonies.

"Through dedicated service and leadership, Herman Holloway, Clarence White, and Bishop Ford have made lasting contributions to our city that have shaped Wilmington and its residents for the better," said MayorCarney. "It's an honor to join their loved ones to unveil visible markers of their impact on our communities."

A street sign commemorating Herman M. Holloway, Jr. has been placed at the intersection ofHeald and B Street; a street sign commemorating Clarence R. White has been placed at the intersection of Buttonwood and A Street; and a street sign commemorating Bishop Boston Ford, Jr. has been placed at Townsend and A Street.

"These street sub-namings are a lasting reminder of the history, service, and goodwill that Herman Holloway, Clarence White, and Bishop Ford shared with the City of Wilmington," said Councilmember Michelle Harlee. "Their contributions have helped shape Wilmington and strengthen the communities they served. It's important that future generations see their names, learn their stories, and understand their great impact."

Herman M. Holloway, Jr.
Herman M. Holloway, Jr.'s distinguished career in public service included his leadership as Executive Director of the Martin Luther King Center of Delaware, his tenure as Board President of the Wilmington Housing Authority, and his service as a State of Delaware elected official representing the 3rd Representative District in the Delaware House of Representatives. He was involved with the NAACP, the Henrietta Johnson Medical Center, the Rose Hill Community Center, and the 1212 Corporation, where he worked tirelessly to advance equity, expand access to resources, and strengthen the social fabric of Wilmington's neighborhoods.

Clarence R. White
Entrepreneur Clarence R. White established White's Body Shop at 410 South Buttonwood Street and later expanded the shop to 436 South Buttonwood Street. White's Body Shop and its successor, White's Auto Sales, served as a cornerstone of Southbridge for more than five decades, providing exceptional auto body services, essential transportation options for residents, and functioning as a trusted community hub where Mr. White partnered with local officials, service organizations, and neighborhood groups to host events, donate resources, and offer free meals at the nearby park. "The Shop" provided employment and training opportunities for local residents and vocational students, while Mr. White served on the boards of the Nehemiah Gateway Community Development Corporation and the Wilmington Police Businessmen's Advisory Board, participated in youth-mentoring initiatives organized by Butch Lewis, and devoted more than two decades of service to Shiloh Baptist Church as a Trustee.

Bishop Boston Ford, Jr.
Bishop Boston Ford, Jr. has served the people of Wilmington for more than 37 years as Pastor of Outreach Holy Word Christian Church, including over 25 years of ministry at the corner of 400 South Buttonwood Street, where he provided guidance, comfort, and steadfast support to generations of families. His faithful service has extended to the Sunday Breakfast Mission, offering clothing and food giveaways, mentoring youth, and consistently reaching out to those in need with humility and grace. His ministry embodies a deep commitment to community uplift, spiritual nourishment, and service to the most vulnerable.

Copies of the Executive Orders presented by Mayor Carney at all three ceremonies are available on the City website[us.list-manage.com].

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