He was never a Football Star or on the Television, I doubt many of us were ever lucky enough to know him. I never had the pleasure of meeting him face to face instead our friendship was entirely thru this medium known as the computer. I had a great deal of respect this older gentleman. I sought out his critisism, thoughts and suggestions on my writing. I may not have always taken his suggestion but I usually saw the merit in what he had to say. He will be missed by everyone who's life he touched. Goodbye "Mr Ben", I know you are in a better place tonight.
Benjamin Harrison McCormick, Jr., in his 85th year, passed away on March 14, 2007 at the Heartland Hospice House in Wilmington, DE.
Ben is survived by Jayne, his wife of almost 39 years; two stepsons, Richard and Joseph Shafer, his wife Paula; grandsons, James, Joseph, Jordan Shafer and Joseph Duckworth. He is also survived by a brother, Joseph Elmer McCormick and his wife Marie, 7 nieces and nephews, their spouses and children. Cousins, Howard Creswell, Ralph & Thomas McKeown and G. W. Morgan also survive.
Ben served in the U.S. Army during WWII, stationed in Iran for 3 years. He had his own electrical contracting business until he went to Chrysler Corp. in 1952 and then retired in 1979. He was a member of the VFW Post 475 and a life member of Aetna Hose, Hook and Ladder Company, both in Newark, DE. He enjoyed working in his garden, fishing, reading, traveling and attending the discussion groups at the Newark Senior Center.
Friends and family may call from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2007 and 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at R. T. FOARD & JONES FUNERAL HOME, 122 West Main Street, Newark, DE 19711. A service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Ebenezer United Methodist Church Cemetery in Newark, DE.
In lieu of flowers, if you wish, you may donate to the Heartland Hospice, Newark Senior Center, Aetna Hose, Hook and Ladder Co. or the Fort Delaware Society c/o funeral home.
IMPEACH GOVENOR "RINO" RICK PERRY
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