Anna Maria Whitling

Anna Maria Whitling obituary, Middletown, DE

Anna Maria Whitling

Anna Whitling Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Homes & Crematory - Middletown on Mar. 26, 2026.
Anna Maria Whitling, age 68, of Middletown, DE, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026.

Born in Oil City, PA on October 5, 1957, she was a daughter of the late Anthony ad Helen Czlonka. She loved animals deeply, forming special bonds that reflected her kind and caring nature. Her long walks with her beloved corgi, Patton, were among her most treasured routines. Anna Maria also delighted in feeding the birds.

She had a fondness for classic movies, losing herself in their stories. Anna Maria also enjoyed spending time with her family playing card games.

Above all else, Anna Maria adored being a grandmother. She took immense pride and joy in her grandchildren, offering them unwavering affection, guidance and support.

Anna Maria will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her.

In addition to her parents, Anna Maria was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Whitling. She is survived by her daughters, Abigail Halstead (Benjamin), and Diana Solorzano; grandchildren, Kathryn, Charles, and Olivia Halstead, and Mario T. Solorzano; siblings, Diana Mohnkern, Lorraine Moscal, Anthony Czlonka, and Denise Stott.

All services will be held privately.

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