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1932
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2016
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William Storey, Jr. Obituary
Born March 2, 1932 in Perth Amboy, NJ to the late William and Lillian (Walker) Storey. William is an Army veteran of the Korean War; he was stationed in Germany. He married Joyce Urquhart in 1952. He lived the majority of his life in Rahway, NJ, moved to East Stroudsburg, PA for several years, then moved to Middletown, DE in 2004. William worked for AAA Trucking for 13 years and for Merck as a Chauffer retiring after 37 years. He was a member of the Buffalo Soldiers, and American Legion Post 25 where he was Sergeant at Arms.
William liked to travel, was a New York Giants fan and had an interest in photography.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Beverly Carmichael and June Storey; brothers, Dennis Storey, Roger Storey, and Russell Storey.
William is survived by his wife of 63 years Joyce Storey; his son William Storey III of Carteret, NJ, his daughter, Patricia Storey of Brooklyn, NY, son Darrel Storey, son Kevin Storey, daughter Karen Pickett, son, Shawn (Nichole) Storey of Woolwich, NJ, and son David (Andrea) Storey of Accokeek, Md; 6 grandchildren, Joe (Lashema) Pickett, Casey Probus, DJ (Jill) Probus, Cameron Storey, Nicholas Storey, and Matthew Joyiens; 4 Great-Grandchildren, Louis Pickett, Jordan Pickett, Amaia Probus, and Savannah Probus, Brother Gene Storey of Rahway, NJ, Sister Geraldine Forbes of Rahway, NJ, Sister Doris Rossi of Metuchen, NJ, and Sister Janice Martin of Lauderhill, FL as well as very close friends, Muriel Middletown of Gilford, NH, Michael and Marie Corvino of Middletown, DE, John Martin of Elizabeth, NJ, and Bob Jackson of Middletown, DE.
Relatives and Friends are invited to attend Funeral Services on Thursday, February 25 at 12 Noon at Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home, 212 N. Broad Street, Middletown, DE. Viewing will be from 11am – 12 pm. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Bear, DE.
Memories and Condolences
for William Storey, Jr.
Ray Abbott
February 16, 2022
Every year thru the Wreaths Across America Program the American Legion Canal Post and Auxiliary place a Wreath on your grave site in your memory. You were the epitome of a true Legionnaire and will not be forgotten.
Shirley Cleaves
March 17, 2017
Your and your family are always in my prayers. You have my deepest condolences.
February 28, 2016
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends who were loved and lives were touched by Mr. William Storey, Jr.. We are sorry to have discovered his passing.
Sincerely,
Sheila & Tanisha Slater
Jeanette Isler Williams
February 25, 2016
Joyce and Family, As already expressed by my sisters, we so remember your trips to Niagara Falls. What memories. My prayer is that memories of your dear husband and father will sustain and bring you some comfort in the days ahead. We pray that God will wrap His loving arms around you during this difficult time.
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Gary Haertter
February 24, 2016
Mr. Storey was amazing human being. He always had me inspired by his words, respectful of all his actions and in tears of laughter with all conversations. A wonderful man and friend. God has a wonderful Angel coming home.
David Strawbridge
February 24, 2016
Bill was the real deal. Friend, Patriot, Veteran, Family Man! I'm glad I had the pleasure of knowing this gentleman. He'll be missed but not forgotten in our legion family.
February 24, 2016
Joyce and family. Our dad and family offer our deepest and sincerest condolences to you and your family on the loss of Honey. As your Niagara Falls family, we have fond memories of your visits to Niagara Falls for special occasions including the wedding of our daughter in Barbados. May our loving God strengthen, comfort and uphold you all during your time of bereavement.
Beverly Isler Donaldson for Uncle Purvis Isler and family
February 23, 2016
Joyce and family. My heart aches for you all. I remember the times when you and he visited Jeanette and Purvis in Niagara Falls. Mom and Dad as well as the rest of us had a great time. I pray that God's grace will sustain you in your time of loss. You will be missed Honey.
Leslie Isler Harris
Corbit Goff
February 23, 2016
So sorry for your loss may the good Lord be with you in this time of need
February 23, 2016
My deepest sympathy to Joyce and the whole storey family and to mate bill smooth sailing from your old friend gloria
Shirley Cleaves
February 23, 2016
Condolences to the Storey Family.
Robert Jackson
February 23, 2016
My sincere condolences to Joyce and the Storey family. Bill left a tremendous legacy of love and kindness. I will miss his companionship and his familiar greeting when he answered my phone calls " hey buddy. what's going on?" He was my Buddy!
Michael Burris
February 23, 2016
Our deepest sympathies at the passing of your loved one.
American Legion Post #29
Michael E. Burris, Commander
Terry Wiley
February 23, 2016
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Bill's entire family. He was a Soldier for Life, I am proud to have known Bill. God Bless, General Terry L. Wiley
Ray Abbott
February 23, 2016
I am proud to call myself a friend of Bill's and even more proud to be a fellow Legionnaire with him. He will be sadly missed by all members of Post 25.
Post 25 Commander
February 23, 2016
To Family of Trooper William Story, Jr.
You Have Our Deepest Sympathy and condolence for lost of your love one. from
Mark Matthews Chapter of Petersburg, Virginia and Trooper Bossie Bonner and Family.
William Herbster
February 22, 2016
To Joyce and Family. On behalf of my family and I we send our deepest sympathy on the passing of a wonderful and great friend.
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