Ardith M. Pecht

Ardith Pecht, born on November 9, 1930, in Charleston, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and dedication to her family and community.
Ardith wore many hats throughout her life, including those of a devoted mother, kindergarten teacher at Elkton Christian School, school bus driver, and weigh master for Dover Equipment. Her boundless energy and commitment to those around her were evident in every role she undertook.
In 1951, Ardith married the love of her life, Joseph Addison Pecht Jr., and together they built a beautiful family of six children. Summers were filled with joy as she would take her children and neighborhood kids to the beach every Wednesday, creating cherished memories that will be treasured forever. Ardith also loved to travel, with Hawaii holding a special place in her heart; she visited at least five times. She frequently traveled with her husband to Navy reunions across the country and made regular trips back to West Virginia and Tennessee to visit family and friends.
Ardith had a deep love for gardening, cultivating both flowers and vegetables that brought joy to her family and neighbors. She was an avid reader until losing sight in her early 50s, after which she discovered the joy of books on tape. Despite this challenge, she continued to bake-her whiskey cakes were legendary-and garden, showcasing her resilience and passion for life. Her strength, kindness, and unwavering love will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She leaves behind a legacy of devotion and warmth that will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Ardith was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Addison Pecht, her son, Larry Pecht, and her siblings, Charles, Richard, and Nancy.
She is survived by her children, Linda Sydnor (Dave) of Odessa, DE, Bryan Pecht (Patti) of Middletown, DE, Wayne Pecht (Tina) of Montpelier, VA, Joe Lee Pecht (Maryellen) of Chesapeake City, MD and Tracy DiVirgilio (Steve) of Middletown, DE, 8 grandchildren, Jason Sydnor of Middletown, DE, Keith Sydnor of Middletown, DE, Mark Sydnor of Smyrna, DE, Alexa Pecht of Colorado Springs, CO, Andre Pecht of VA, Anna Pecht of MA, and Cecily and Stephen DiVirgilio of Middletown, DE. Ardith was also a proud great-grandmother to Wesley Sydnor, Preston Sydnor, Justin Sydnor, Zoey Sydnor, Maxwell Sydnor, Maliyah Sydnor, Weston Pecht and baby Pecht (expected soon).
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 27, 2025, at 11am at Daniels & Hutchison Funeral Home, 212 N. Broad St., Middletown, DE. A viewing will be from 10-11am. Burial will follow in Old Drawyers Cemetery.
In remembrance of Ardith Pecht's life, the family ask that any charitable donations be made to Blindsight Delaware or a charity of your choosing.