Charlene M. Saxton

Charlene M. Saxton, age 78, of Delaware City, DE, passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026.

Born in Easton, MD, on July 5, 1947, she was a daughter of the late John S. and Ella M. (Hardesty) Evans. Charlene made her career as a residential aide for autistic children and adults at the Auclair School in Bear until her retirement in 1998.

Charlene was a highly spiritual woman and very connected to God. Her most treasured moments were spent with her family, whom she loved. Charlene will always be remembered as the glue of her family that kept everyone together.

In addition to her parents, Charlene was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Edgar T. Saxton, Jr.; and siblings, Linda Allen and Tom Evans. She is survived by her children, Tina Akers (Rick), Paul Allen (Tammy), and Amy Boyer (John); sister, Lucy Lister; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 12 noon on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at the Delaware City Fire Company, 815 5th Street, Delaware City, DE, where a funeral service for Edgar and Charlene will begin at 12 noon. Interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charlene's memory to the Delaware City Fire Company, P.O. Box 251, Delaware City, DE 19706.