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Elsie Middleton Obituary
Hockessin - Elsie Mildred Middleton, age of 87, of Cokesbury Village passed away on March 18, 2018.
She was the daughter of the late Franklin and Elsie Hargan. She was the loving wife of the late Russell Middleton Sr. who passed away in 2014, sharing almost 62 years of marriage.
Elsie enjoyed her life raising 4 children and in later years, traveling with Russell. She was active in many churches and sang beautifully in the choirs.
In addition to her parents and husband, Elsie is predeceased by her son, Russell Charles Jr., her sister Betty, and her brothers, Frank and George. She is survived by her son Robert and his friend Dianne; son Richard and his wife Jean; daughter Darlene Reed; daughter-in-law Tricia; four grandchildren, Joshua, Tyler, Luke and Leah; sister June and brother Bob.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at Limestone Presbyterian Church, 3201 Limestone Road, Wilmington DE 19808. Friends and family may visit at the church from 10 AM. The service will begin at 11 AM. Lunch will follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Limestone Presbyterian Church.
For online condolences, please visit www.Chandlerfuneralhome.com.
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Audrey Wiseley
March 28, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. I didn't know my aunt well but I do have a few memories of her that make me smile.
She was a kind person.
March 22, 2018
My condolences to the family may you lean on god to strengthen you in this time of need PS.86:4
Sincerely Stone Mountain Georgia
March 20, 2018
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God comfort and soothed your family in this time of need. Ps. 94:19
J S
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