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Millard Hans Widdekind

1919 - 2012

Millard Hans Widdekind obituary, 1919-2012, Newport, DE

BORN

1919

DIED

2012

Millard Widdekind Obituary

Millard Hans Widdekind

Age 93, of the Newport area, went to be with God on Thursday, December 27, 2012.

Millard graduated from Goldey-Beacom College in 1953 with an Associates Degree in Sales Administration. He managed various Richardson Variety stores in the New Castle area.

Millard was a WWII Air Force veteran, later transferring to the Army Combat Military Police unit to join his twin brother, Clifford. He served in the European and Pacific Theatres from 1942 till 1946. He was a member of the Peniel United Methodist Church, was Past Master of the Unity Masonic Lodge #32 F.M. & A.M., a 50 year member and past President of Minquas Fire Co. #1 where he was the Chaplain Emeritus, and was Fireman of the Year in 1988. Millard was a Ham Radio Operator with the call sign N3ZHB, and a member of the Kent Amateur Radio Society in Chestertown, MD.

Millard was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Mary H. Widdekind in 2006. He is survived by his children, Marianne W. Crew (Richard Rossi), Susan W. Stuhlman (Bob) and Michael D. Widdekind (Joan); his grandchildren, David L. Crew (Peggy), Susan Lynn Mason (Sam), Brett Stuhlman (Michelle), Gregory Stuhlman (Madeleine), Matthew Widdekind and Andrew Widdekind; his great grandchildren, Daniel Crew, Patrick Crew, Jason Noonan, Christopher Mason, Sean Noonan and Robbie Mason; his sisters, Amy Smith and Gloria Wilson; and his sisters-in-law, Teresa, Kathryn, and Bobbie Dean.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 am on Saturday, January 5 at PENIEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 115 E. Market St., Newport, where visitation will begin at 9am. Burial with Fire and Military honors will be at Gracelawn Memorial Park.

The family suggests contributions in Millard's memory to either Peniel UMC or Minquas Fire Co., 21 N. James St., Newport, DE 19804.

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Published by The News Journal from Dec. 30, 2012 to Jan. 3, 2013.
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Kathy & Ron Myers

January 4, 2013

During this difficult time, may the comfort of God's loving arms and the love of family and friends, and warm memories carry you through and bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Widdekind family....with much love, Nora & Ken and family.

Nora & Ken Smith

January 4, 2013

We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of your dad. Our hearts go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cheri & Bruce Pearlman

January 2, 2013

Dear Marianne, Susan and Michael...I was saddened to learn of your father's passing. He was a man full of life, liked by all who knew him. He was a wonderful father, husband, neighbor and friend, and a man to be respected. Leta, me, Gene and Mark will always have very fond memories of knowing your father. Richardson's Variety was the best shopping experience a family could have. Walking to Newport to visit the store was always a delight. He and your mother always extended hellos and how are you when we'd walk by the house in Gordy. I feel like a part of my life has passed as well. Your Dad will truly be missed by all. I feel each one of us were so blessed to have known your father. May you and your families cherish the memories you have always. Love, Donna (Schilling) McRoy

Donna McRoy

January 2, 2013

Mary and Millard were part of G.A.T.E (God's Awesome Tuesday Evening) service at Peniel UMC. Millard wrote wonderful prayers and poems for the services. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to be with both of them. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the family.

Judy Hartenstein

January 1, 2013

Dear Mike and Susan, I was so sorry to hear of your fathers death. Your mom and dad were wonderful people who blessed our community and all of our lives. May God be with you, and your families during these difficult times.
The world was a better place because of their warmth and kindness.

Gene Schilling and family

December 30, 2012

My Uncle Millard was a great man.. He did so may good deeds for so many people in his life time.. I will miss his infectious laugh.. I know he up there with all his other family member's looking out for all of.. God Bless you Uncle Millard.. Love Carol & Thomas Conley

Carol Conley

December 30, 2012

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