Jane C. Baddorf

Jane C. Baddorf, age 96, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2021. She was born in Wilmington, Del. on Feb. 21, 1925 to Marshall and Elizabeth (Ringland) Carpenter.

She graduated from Temple University with an RN degree and then served in the Nursing Corps and U.S. Navy during World War II. In 1948, she married Charles Baddorf (deceased 2015) and they remained married for 66 years. She worked at Planned Parenthood for many years, and later in life became a travel agent.

Never one to sit still, Jane enjoyed organizing bus trips for seniors and her own trips with Chick throughout the U.S. and around the world. With the family, she would vacation at the beach annually in Florida or Fenwick Island, Del. She had many friends, and had tremendous energy for social activities. She was an avid player of games, playing tennis for nearly eight decades and enjoying bridge, poker and dominoes with friends and family. Volunteering was a fulfilling part of her life, both at church and Luther Towers. She was proud of her family and cherished the holiday and birthday get-togethers. In a video portrait made by her grandson Zack, her advice to others was “keep busy.”

Jane was a loving and supportive mother who will be missed by her family and everyone that knew her. She is survived by sons, Chuck (Cory), Art (Val) and Mark (Susan); brother Marshall (Mary); seven grandchildren, Brian (Katy), Gary (Emily), Zack (Samantha), Kristi Wynne (Derek), Alicia, Kyle (Dani), Alex; seven great-grandchildren, Sam, Anna, Becca, Ellie, Evan, Canaan, and Stella; and many nieces and nephews.

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Funeral Services

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 18, 2021 at 1:30pm from the St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 1304 N. Broom Street, Wilmington, DE. Relatives and friends may call at the church from 1-1:30pm. Interment private, Riverview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, she would prefer that donations be made to local food banks. For those who wish to attend the services virtually, please use this link to do so: https://youtu.be/rGTHdFOcdCk

Condolences

Sally Krapf writes,

I have so many fond memories of your mom & dad. They were great people & my in-laws adored them. Jane was at the door the day Fred died & helped June so much. I had lunch with Jane & Betty Bacher several years ago & it was a great time—lots of laughing! My deepest sympathy for your loss. God’s peace & sending my love, Sally

03/14/2021 09:13 am

Albert Dworkin writes,

The time I spent at Planned Parenthood was always invigorated by Jane's energy and her sense of humor. Sympathy and condolences go to your family. Your grief should be softened by knowing that she lived a full and fruitful life.

03/14/2021 08:51 pm

G R Russell CRAIG writes,

Elsie and I send condolences to all of Jane's family. We have fond recollections of Jane and Chick at St. Stephen's Lutheran Church, where Chick passed the Treasurer's job on to me. Their generous contributions of time and energy to good causes will be long remembered.

03/18/2021 03:12 pm

Barbara Anne Macklem writes,

To Jane's Family - For many years, especially while I attended St. Stephen's, Jane and Chick were a lovely connection to the older members of my family, as part of a generation that grew up at Zion Lutheran Church. I also remember many happy times, when their home was open and many friends gathered for an evening of fellowship, fun, and food. Peace be with you all, Barbara

03/22/2021 05:11 pm

marsha staubli writes,

My sincere condolences to Chuck, Art and Mark on the passing of their beloved mother. Our family connection started through St Stephen's Lutheran church and lasted all through the years. I have fond memories of joint family gatherings and the time we spent together. Your mom was very special and helped many while keeping her cheery disposition. With much love, Marsha Wint Staubli

08/20/2021 11:46 am

Steve Howard writes,

I am truly sorry to learn of Jane's passing. Jane was always very kind towards me growing up in Saint Stephens. She was also a friend of my mother, Catherine Wheatley Howard,, during her life and later in life when she fell ill. Chick and Jane will be missed.

09/11/2021 10:40 am

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