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Barbara Bolza

Barbara M. Bolza (Moore), age 84, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Wilmington Hospital in Wilmington. Barbara was the daughter of the late Charles W Moore and Emma S Moore. She graduated from Wilmington High School in 1959.

Barbara worked as a District Manager for Matthews Hallmark for 25 years. After retiring, she worked as a Realtor for ten years with Patterson Schwartz.

Barbara was active in the church, Mt Salem United Methodist, working diligently in their resale store. She enjoyed music, shopping, and spending time with friends and family. She always had an open heart, home and arms for everyone who needed them.

Barbara is predeceased by her parents, her sister Patricia M Rouke (Moore), her son Dane W DeLancey, and husband William F Bolza. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon D (Edward) Owens, son Kevin C (Heather) DeLancey, step-daughter Tracy (Joe) Brock, William (Hoong) Bolza, and sister Mary M Graff, six grandchildren: William (Stephanie), Ethan and Samuel Owens and Michael (Campbell), Lauren (Todd) Carlin, and Sean DeLancey. She is also survived by her two great-grandchildren, Dane DeLancey and Nora Owens.

In lieu of flowers, the family recommends donations to the American Cancer Society, Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Wilmington DE, or a charity of your choice.

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Funeral Services

Friends and family are invited to the visitation on Friday, October 10 at 11:00 am at Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803 followed by the funeral service at 12:00 pm. Interment will follow at Gracelawn Memorial Park, New Castle, DE.

Condolences

    Nancy VanPoppel writes,
    Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 My dear friend can now rest, Barb can now be reunited with her dear son Dane, her mom Emma and all who have passed before her. We have lost an amazing woman who touched us all with her passion for God, Family and Friends. I am so blessed to be counted among her friends but I always felt that I was part of her FAMILY. She had two families, and I am part of that other family. We our her MATHEW’S FAMILY ! Barb was the heart and soul of our work community. She loved all of us and she had a special way that made you feel you were her favorite. (Don’t tell the other but I know she loved me the most!!!!) Sharon and Kevin, thank you for sharing your dear mother with us. You are in God’s care and our prayers. Love Nancy VanPoppel
    10/08/2025 08:31 am
    Patricia Hartsell lit a candle and writes,
    We are so sorry for your loss. We share many wonderful memories of Barbara, including the and Mary and Patsy gathered around the piano singing and playing. How much the all loved music.
    10/08/2025 09:44 am
    Brenda Scott writes,
    Dear Sharona and Family, I never met your Mom but remember you speaking about her quite often. We girls love our Moms!! Looking at her picture I can see how you resemble her. I know you have warm memories to hold her close to your heart. Sending you love and strength. Brenda xo
    10/09/2025 08:32 am
    Jeff Meyers writes,
    I was so sorry to hear about your Gramme’s passing. I remember seeing her last at Lauren’s funeral and felt truly honored to be at her table during the wedding reception dinner. It was a fun evening shared with your family, and I enjoyed talking with Grammes, Sharon, Ed, and her grandchildren, Ethan and Tennessee Sam. I especially remember the beautiful blessing she offered over the meal. It was from her heart, and it is a wonderful way to remember her. Faith, warmth, and love for her family. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the many memories and the love she left behind. With deepest sympathy, Jeff & Zanna
    10/11/2025 10:26 am
    Victoria Hill writes,
    My sincere condolences to the Bolza family. Victoria Hill
    10/23/2025 06:29 am

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