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BORN
1944
DIED
2025
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E. Deacon Obituary
Family and friends are invited to gather at the Schimunek Funeral Home, 9705 Belair RD, Nottingham, MD 21236, on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10 A.M. to 12 P.M., with a Memorial Service to begin at 12 P.M. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations in honor of Betty Deacon to Emily's List at www.emilyslist.org
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Joan Deaver
July 15, 2025
Betty Deacon made me the first woman ever elected to the Sussex County Council, Delaware.
She was brilliant, talented and dedicated to our communities. She´s unforgettable.
Linda Bonville
May 7, 2025
The Cape Henlopen Senior Center wish to send our sincere condolences to the family of Betty Deacon. Such a wonderful person who shared many stories and her wealth of knowledge. She was a member of our Center and served on our Board of Directors. Will always cherish her memories.
John Carroll Byrnes
May 6, 2025
Thank you Betty for your many contributions to life.
Gus Deacon
May 5, 2025
Gus Deacon
May 5, 2025
Her picture with me and my brother in 1972 issue of Good Housekeeping Magazine
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