Bryan Lenker

Bryan Lenker obituary, Wilmington, DE

Bryan Lenker

Bryan Lenker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McCrery & Harra Funeral Home and Crematory - Concord Pike on May 18, 2023.

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Bryan E. Lenker, 65 of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, May 14, 2023.
Bryan was born on July 30, 1957 in Danville, PA to Ellen (Zartman) Lenker and the late Delbert Lenker. His former wife, Lynn (Alphin) Lenker preceded him in
death.
Bryan graduated in 1975 from Conrad High School. Bryan worked for ICI/Croda as a Chemical
Operator and retired after 37 years of service. He was a member of the Steel Workers Union,
LU12886.
Bryan was married to Lynn Lenker for 23 years. Together they had two children. Bryan was a
loving father. He enjoyed spending time with family and was a passionate outdoorsman and
enthusiast. He spent most of his retirement boating, fishing, and hunting. He was a loving
support to his mother, Ellen.
Bryan is survived by his sons, Daniel of Columbia, SC and Andrew of Middletown, DE; mother,
Ellen Lenker of Wilmington, DE; brothers, Dwayne of Downington, PA and Dale (Andrea) of
Wilmington, DE; nieces Kelly (Kenney Seltzer) and Kerri (Anthony Saldutti).
Service and visitation will be held at St. Philip's Lutheran Church, 5320 Limestone Rd.,
Wilmington, DE 19808 on Saturday May 27, 2023 with a visitation from 12:00-1:00 and a service 1:00 pm.
Burial will be at a later date in Stone Valley, PA.

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