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Susan Sample Obituary

NEW CASTLE, Del. - Susan L. Sample, 70, of New Castle, Del., died on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, at Christiana Hospital.
Susan was a graduate of William Penn HS and Wilmington College. She was a registered nurse, working at Union Hospital in Elkton, Md., and a nursing administrator in both New Jersey and Delaware. Susan loved her pet dog and cats, and enjoyed traveling and spending time with her friends and family.
She is survived by her brother, John Larrimore of Newark; her nephew, Jack Larrimore of New Castle; and her niece, Joan Markland of Newark. She is also survived by her great-nephews, John, Chris, Sam, Matt, Nathaniel, Thomas, Michael, Daniel, John Morris; and her great-niece, Kate. She also had extended family in the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Viewing will be held Friday evening, Oct. 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. at McCrery and Harra Funeral Home, 3710 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE 19808. A brief service will be held at 11 a.m. at the funeral home on Saturday. Interment will be at Crumpton Cemetery, 2010 Dudley's Corner Road in Crumpton, Md., beginning at 1 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the funeral home or placed on their website at www.mccrery andharra.com.

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Published by The Star Democrat from Oct. 2 to Oct. 5, 2018.

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Patti L Webb

October 5, 2018

So very sorry

October 4, 2018

Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.

October 4, 2018

We want to tell your family how sadden we were when we saw this today in paper. You were such a nice person. When you had an appointment in our office we all looked forward to talking to you and hearing about your vacations. You will certainly be missed!!!

Dr. Kaz ,Beth, Darlene, and Sarah

Joan Markland

October 4, 2018

Aunt Suz, You will be deeply missed here on earth but I know you are in a better place. I will always cherish the memories that we had, especially the ones when mom-mom was still alive. I love you!

October 4, 2018

To John, I remember your sister because we worked together at UHCC for many years until I left to move to the Eastern Shore. I am so sorry for your loss and I know you'll miss her. Sincerely, Pam Clark. from Salisbury MD.

Elsie and Bob Henderson

October 3, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Blooming Heart

Elsie Henderson

Sent Flowers

October 3, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss at this difficult time. May you find a measure of comfort at Matthew 5:4 in the days ahead.

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5

Viewing

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

McCrery & Harra Funeral Home and Crematory - Kirkwood Highway

3710 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19808

Oct

6

Service

11:00 a.m.

McCrery & Harra Funeral Home and Crematory - Kirkwood Highway

3710 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19808

Oct

6

Interment

1:00 p.m.

Crumpton Cemetery

2010 Dudley's Corner Road, Crumpton, MD 19808

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McCrery & Harra Funeral Home and Crematory - Kirkwood Highway

3710 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19808

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