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Mary Elizabeth Houghton "Libby" Delphin

Mary Delphin Obituary

DELPHIN, Mary Elizabeth Houghton "Libby," 91, of Lakeland, died of heart failure Friday, August 3, 2007, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. She was a homemaker, and was of the Presbyterian faith. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Richard Houghton. Her survivors include her husband, Eugene Delphin of Clearwater, Fla.; three daughters, Nancy H. Wilkes of Brooksville, Fla., Janice H. Arnett of Lakeland, Fla., and Marcia H. Blanton of Lakeland, Fla.; six grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. A visitation will take place 3-5 p.m. Sunday, August 5, 2007, at Heath Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will take place at 3 p.m. Monday August 6, 2007, at Heath Funeral Chapel.

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Published by TBO.com on Aug. 4, 2007.

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Doris Albro-Graska

August 8, 2007

As many years as I knew Libby I never had the pleasure of meeting her daughters that we heard about so much. Libby was a sweet and caring lady and was the best thing that ever happened to Gene. Years ago we were close but geography and circumstances parted us. I will always remember Libby.

August 4, 2007

Nancy, Janice and Marcia,
One good daughter is an accomplishment - Ms Libby was blessed to have three. We share in your sorrow.

Peggie and Don Whitworth

Lura Martin

August 4, 2007

Janice, Marcia and Nancy,
Your mother was always so kind to me. I remember her as true Southern lady, as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

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