Barbara J. Hatch

1927 - 2018

Barbara J. Hatch, formerly of Lewes, DE, 90 years old, passed peacefully on Sunday, March 11.

Born to Dr. Edward and Louise Roberts of New Haven, CT on November 21, 1927, it was quickly realized she would be the social butterfly she later proved to be.

After marrying the love of her life, Fred J. Hatch Jr., they settled in Oak Park, MI and later relocated to Wilmington, DE.

Fred and Barbara had five beautiful daughters together that solidified her role as the family matriarch.

Full of life and love, she enjoyed the many relationships and friends she gained along her countless travels around the globe as a former travel agent. As a sports enthusiast she enjoyed playing tennis, ping pong, golf, and watching baseball; especially her Philadelphia Phillies.

Additionally, Barbara enjoyed the Delaware beaches, lobster rolls, and crumb cake (more crumb than cake). She was an astonishing baker, especially her blueberry pie, never from box crust, and chocolate torte. A card shark she was…an avid Rummy and Bridge player for over 50 years. Whether stepping out for groceries or attending a gala, she was always dressed to the hilt with her clothes, jewelry and lipstick!

She is preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Edward and Louise Roberts, her husband, Fred J. Hatch Jr., son-in-law, Wayne Pietkiewicz and great granddaughter, Adaline Grace.

Barbara is survived by her 5 daughters, Sandra Hatch from Buena Vista, CO , Susan Martin (Scott) from Middletown, DE, Mary Friedman (Curt) from Las Vegas, NV, Sharon Turner (James) from Middletown, DE, Kathleen Daisey (William) from Lewes, DE, grandchildren, Scotty Martin (Brooke), Stephen Friedman (Amanda), David Ryan, Shane Friedman (Amanda), Lauren Weisgerber (Ryan), Matthew Martin (Elizabeth), Jamie Turner (Allison), Taylor Horseman (Chad), Hunter Walsh, Conor Hatch, Jared Turner; her brother, Dr. Richard Roberts (Debbie) from Tenafly, NJ as well as several nieces, nephew and 11 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to send special thanks to: The Delaware Hospice and the Milford Hospice House, Dr. Theodore Tan and the staff at State Street Assisted Living, Dover, DE.

A celebration of Barbara's life will be held on Saturday, March 17th at 11 am at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 301 King Charles Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. The family will be receiving friends immediately following the service at the church Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions in Barbara's memory can be made to: Delaware Hospice 911 South DuPont Highway, Dover, DE 19901 or Westminster Presbyterian Church 301 King Charles Avenue, Rehoboth Beach DE 19971