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April 23, 2020
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Obituary for Elinor Joan (Carey) Stratton
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Elinor Joan (Carey) Stratton passed away on Thursday, April 23rd at age 94.
Elinor was born in Philipsburg, PA; moving to Delaware in 1955. She was the daughter of Dr. Emery and Belva Carey.
She worked for Food Fair/Pantry Pride for 24 years. She also volunteered at the Delaware Blood Bank for 18 years. She was an active member of Calvary Presbyterian Church, serving on many committees, she also served as a Deacon and Elder. She sang in the Chancel Choir and The Spirit Singers.
Besides her parents Elinor is predeceased by her husband of 57 years, William P.; and brothers,
Robert and Ellis Carey.
She is survived by her son, Paul Stratton (Joan); her grandson, Andrew (Stefanie), granddaughter, Kelly McCulloch; and three greatgrandchildren; Trinity Stratton, Cali Stratton, and Aiden McCulloch.
Burial will be private. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Calvary Presbyterian Church, 701 S.Maryland Ave., Wilm. 19804.
Elinor was born in Philipsburg, PA; moving to Delaware in 1955. She was the daughter of Dr. Emery and Belva Carey.
She worked for Food Fair/Pantry Pride for 24 years. She also volunteered at the Delaware Blood Bank for 18 years. She was an active member of Calvary Presbyterian Church, serving on many committees, she also served as a Deacon and Elder. She sang in the Chancel Choir and The Spirit Singers.
Besides her parents Elinor is predeceased by her husband of 57 years, William P.; and brothers,
Robert and Ellis Carey.
She is survived by her son, Paul Stratton (Joan); her grandson, Andrew (Stefanie), granddaughter, Kelly McCulloch; and three greatgrandchildren; Trinity Stratton, Cali Stratton, and Aiden McCulloch.
Burial will be private. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Calvary Presbyterian Church, 701 S.Maryland Ave., Wilm. 19804.
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