Joan Petrea Obituary
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She graduated from Seaford High School in 1956 and went to work for Southern States. Joan Later went to work with her husband, Bill, at Petrea & Son.
She is survived by a daughter, Patricia Petrea-Truitt, son-in-law, Donald Truitt, and three grandchildren, Zeb C. Petrea, Samuel Truitt, and Leah Truitt, as well a s her beloved dog, Polly.
Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Zeb W. Petrea Jr., parents, Charles Fluharty and Lelia Fluharty, sister, Jean White, and brother-in-law, Harlan White.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donation to your favorite charity that supports animals or Delaware Hospice.
Funeral Services and burial will be private.
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