William J. "Buddy" Handlin's obituary , Passed away on December 8, 2024 in Wilmington, Delaware

William J. "Buddy" Handlin

January 24, 1931 - December 8, 2024 (93 years old)

Wilmington, Delaware

William J. "Buddy" Handlin's obituary , Passed away on December 8, 2024 in Wilmington, Delaware

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Doherty Funeral Homes

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William J. "Buddy" Handlin

January 24, 1931 - December 8, 2024 (93 years old)

Wilmington, Delaware

William J. Handlin Obituary

We bid farewell to William J. Handlin of Wilmington, Delaware, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 8, 2024 at the age of 93. William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Handlin and Mary Handlin (McFarland); his wife Kathryn A. Handlin; his son-in-law Doug Wilson; his grandson Christopher Wilson; and his siblings, Harry Handlin and Barbara Blakely.

He is survived by: his children, Bill Handlin (Tina), Jeanmarie Walsh (Jack), Sean Handlin (Gina) and Mary Kay Wilson; his grandchildren, Billy, Jenny, Michael, Ryan, Lindsey, Kelsey, Kara, Matt, Erin of Caitlin, DJ, Emily and Nate; and his great grandchildren, Connor, Ava, Danny, Evie, Emery, Brooks, Brayden, Grace, Hayden, Alessia, McKenna, Hadley, Nolan, Amileo, Cruz and Keegan.

Viewing was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Doherty Funeral Home - Pike Creek (3200 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, December 18th 2024 at the All Saints Cemetery (6001 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19808).

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Buddy's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1893, Memphis, TN 38101.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Doherty Funeral Homes



Wed

Dec 18

Viewing

Doherty Funeral Home - Pike Creek
3200 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808

Wed

Dec 18

Funeral service

Doherty Funeral Home - Pike Creek
3200 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808

Wed

Dec 18

Burial

All Saints Cemetery
6001 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19808

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