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Anthony Palmer Obituary

Anthony L. Palmer Anthony L. Palmer, of Concord Twp., born on July 28, 1954, went to rest surrounded by his family and friends on July 3, 2011. Raised in Marcus Hook, he was a member of Immaculate Conception of Lourdes Church. He graduated from Chichester High School in 1973. Anthony lived in Concord Twp. for the past 30 years. He was employed by Alan Mcllvain Lumber Company for 25 years as a Truck Driver and was a member of the Teamsters Union Local 107. He also worked for the A.I. Dupont Company for several years. Anthony was a loving husband, father, son, grandfather and friend who took great pride in his home and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He had a great love for classic cars and built a 1927 Ford Roadster that won many awards at car shows. He also enjoyed woodworking, cooking, fishing, boating, and drag racing. He was the son of the late Leonard Palmer. Survivors: His beloved wife of 38 years Joan Piasecki Palmer; his daughter Tara and son-in-law Michael Pontillo; six wonderful grandchildren Michael, Maria, Julia, Christina, Joseph and Cecilia; his mother Elizabeth "Betty" Flowers Palmer; 2 brothers Leonard and Marc Palmer of Linwood; 2 sisters Kim Resnick of Linwood and Lisa Delahaut of Twin Oaks; also survived by many in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral Mass: Saturday at 11 AM at St. Jude Roman Catholic Church, 1402 East 10th St., Eddystone. Burial: Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery, Linwood. Visitation: Friday 7 to 9 PM and Saturday 9:15 to 10:15 AM at Nolan-Fidale Funeral Home, 5980 Chichester Ave, Aston. Memorial Donations may be made to the Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastary, 142 Joseph Blane Rd., Silver City, NM 88061-9799 Online Condolences www.nolanfidale.com

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Published by Delaware County Daily & Sunday Times from Jul. 5 to Jul. 6, 2011.

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Chris Henriquez

December 7, 2011

Dear Joan and Family, Just want to send my condolences to the family and may god be with you all. You all are in my thoughts and prayer. God bless.

Karen Tremoglie

July 23, 2011

Thinking of you today and every day Joannie...please know that I'm here for you if you should ever need anything. So very sorry for your loss. Love you.

Tav Tabacchi

July 19, 2011

We were surprised to hear the news about Anthony. Accept our condolences. We will pray for him and you. God Bless.

Dave & Bernatette Gruszka

July 8, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bob Sayo

July 8, 2011

Lenny Mark and the Palmer Family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this trying time. God Bless...Bob

Kathy Kowalski& Debbie Martin

July 8, 2011

Joan many years have passed by us but we will always remember you and Anthony as the awesome couple. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Maureen McMaster

July 8, 2011

Joannie and family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers. This is such a hugh loss. Anthony was an amazing man and will be missed . I am so sorry for your loss.

Cindi&Tom Bottomley

July 7, 2011

Dearest Joanie & family,
Anthony touched our lives and so many others with his zest for life, his loving ways and devotion to you and his family, and his sense of humor. We were honored to have known him and always had so much fun and so many laughs when we were in his company.He lives on through Tara and the kids and their wonderful qualities. Hope your tender memories help you through.Our prayers and thoughts and love are with you. God bless.

July 7, 2011

"Joan and Family, So sorry about your loss." George Daliessio

David Glick

July 6, 2011

Dear Joan and family,
I just wanted to say that Tony was one of the best men I ever met.
Besides being the best driver Mcilvain ever had, He was a true gentleman and always talked about how proud he was of his family.
With deepest sorrow and regrets at the loss of one of my true friends.
Yours Truly
David B. Glick

Geralyn Wyatt

July 6, 2011

Joanie, Tara, Mike & Family, Just wanted you to know how great a guy Anthony was. We had alot of fun times together. You will always be in our thoughts & prayers.
Love, Geralyn & Fats

July 6, 2011

Dear Joan and family,
You are in my thoughts & prayers at this most difficult time.
Gina Christaldi

Karin, Chris and CJ Thomas

July 6, 2011

Dear Joanie and Family: We share your grief and hold you all close in our thoughts and prayers. May we find comfort in wonderful memories. We love you and God Bless.

Deb Quillen-Kennard

July 6, 2011

Dear Joan & Family: My Thoughts & prayers go out to you & your Family at this difficult time. May you alsways look back on your wonderful Memories . May god Bless you all.

Mike and Lorraine McGarry

July 6, 2011

Dear Joan and family,
We hold you close to our hearts in this time of sorrow. All of our prayers are with you for the loss of your dear husband and father. May the memory of his love help you through this most difficult time

Ashley Pullin Nickolas Bailey

July 6, 2011

Our hearts our with you <3

wayne poole

July 6, 2011

Shocked and saddened by your loss My prayers nd thought are with you Joanne and your family Wayne

Jan and Tim Nowell

July 6, 2011

May God Bless this family as they move forth in their daily lives. We have lost a dedicated and loving man. He was devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend. May the memories you hold in your heart help heal the road ahead.

Mary Beth Weyman

July 6, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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