Jeffrey Andrew Foltz

Jeffrey Andrew Foltz, 52 Jeffrey Andrew Foltz, 52, of Lincoln University, PA, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 in the Paoli Hospital. Born in 1958, Jeff's life was one filled with love and laughter. He was born in Chester, Pennsylvania to John and Norma Foltz of Ogden. He attended Holy Saviour Parish School and graduated from Saint James High School. After high school, Jeff attended the Florida Institute of Technology and then began a career selling consumer electronics. At age 40, he returned to college at the University of Delaware and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science a few years later. He then earned a Masters degree in Animal Science and joined the Delaware Biotechnological Institute as a Research Associate. An avid animal lover throughout his life, Jeff will be remembered for his volunteer work on behalf of homeless pets. Anyone who knew Jeff appreciated his wry sense of humor and the twinkle in his eye. He enjoyed life, and often found himself laughing so hard that tears ran from his eyes. A lover of all music, Jeff especially enjoyed mixing up a margarita, sitting on the front porch, and listening to Jimmy Buffett tunes. As "parrotheads" he and his wife Wendi attended many Buffett concerts with friends which he thoroughly enjoyed. He also loved to travel to warm places and he and Wendi would most often be found for a week or two each February in Key West, FL. At home, Jeff was rarely seen without his much loved dog Trixie by his side. They took multiple walks daily, stopping to talk to everyone they passed. He also had two cats - Dorian Gray, a blind rescue kitten who adored him, and Fuzzy. Jeff was predeceased by his loving parents John and Norma Foltz. Survivors: His wife Dr. Wendi Lee Foltz (Lincoln University, PA); his brother and sister-in-law Jim and Pam Foltz (Chadds Ford, PA). He will also be much missed by his wife's parents Dennis and Carolyn Clark (West Grove, PA) who loved him like a son and his brother-in-law Stephen Clark (Taiwan). In addition, he leaves behind a nephew Jason Foltz of Corvallis, OR and a niece Stephanie Johnson of Newark, DE. He will also be much missed by his four grand-nephews and nieces whom he loved dearly (John, Henry, Ava, and Julia.) Jeff was an organ donor. Those left behind are taking some solace from the fact that his "gift of life" will help others to live on. Service: A Memorial Service celebrating Jeff's life will be held 11AM Tuesday January 4th, 2011 at the Chandler Funeral Home of Wilmington, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington DE, 19803. Visitation: Family and friends may visit with the family from 10-11AM before the service. Burial: Will be held privately. Contributions: As a wonderful way to remember Jeff's love and kindness towards all of God's creatures, contributions may be made to the Delaware Humane Association 701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. Condolences: www.chandlerfuneralhome.com (302) 478-7100