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William “Bill” Patrick Petit de Mange

William “Bill” Patrick Petit de Mange, age 94, preceded in death by his wife, Mary T. Petit de Mange, with whom he shared 60 years of a happy marriage, passed away on Sunday, October 31, 2021.

Bill was born in 1927, to the late Calver and Mary Petit de Mange and grew up in Chester, PA. Bill graduated from Saint James Catholic High School for Boys in 1945 where he was #41 on the football team. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, as World War II was still in progress. He served on the USS Pocono. The war ended and he was honorably discharged in 1946. Bill attended the Pennsylvania Military College and graduated in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

Bill was employed at DuPont for 35 years in Wilmington, DE. After a year of retirement, he decided to return to the workforce as a mutual fund accountant for PNC Bank where he was employed for 5 years. After a second retirement, Bill was a volunteer at Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA for 15 years. He was a happy gardener and thoroughly enjoyed his time at Longwood. He was also a 56+ year member of Council #4425 of The Knights of Columbus.

After their wedding in 1956, Bill and Mary made their home in Wilmington, DE where they were active members of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) Parish. Bill and Mary were blessed with three children: Mary Frey (Larry), Gerry (Alexia), and Anne Flaherty (Gerry). Bill was a 40+ year member of the Schola Cantorum, the renowned IHM men’s choir which recorded a record on RCA. He sang bass.

Bill was Pop-Pop to eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. In addition to Mary, Bill was preceded in death by his son, Gerard J. Petit de Mange, a granddaughter and a grandson.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit on Monday, November 8, 2021 from 12:30 to 1:30 PM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 4701 Weldin Road, Wilmington, DE 19803, where Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 1:30 PM. Interment will be immediately following Mass at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Cemetery, Greenville, DE. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Bill’s memory to The Ministry of Caring 115 East 14th Street, Wilmington, DE. 19801.

Funeral Services

Relatives and friends are invited to visit on Monday, November 8, 2021 from 12:30 to 1:30 PM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 4701 Weldin Road, Wilmington, DE 19803, where Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 1:30 PM. Interment will be immediately following Mass at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Cemetery, Greenville, DE.

Condolences

    Martin Lynch writes,
    May William rest in everlasting love and peace -my condolences to all the family🙏🙏🙏☘☘☘⚘⚘⚘From Martin Lynch Dublin Ireland.
    11/03/2021 05:35 pm
    Linda Freitas lit a candle and writes,
    We send our deepest sympathies to Anne and her entire family for the passing of her dad. We know her dad meant the world to her and hope all the joyful memories will remain in your hearts forever. We pray for all of you to have peace and strength during this difficult time. With much love, Lee, Linda and Matthew
    11/04/2021 03:24 pm
    Nancy McKeown writes,
    Dear Anne & family. I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was such a nice man. I will always remember him.
    11/06/2021 10:49 am
    Connie Sadusky writes,
    Mary and Bill, Bill and Mary. Blended hearts resting in God’s love. Sincere sympathy to all of you, You did your best for them and you will be comforted because they will be remembered so lovingly. Be blessed.
    11/07/2021 05:01 pm
    gary bradford writes,
    Anne, I'll always cherish the memories of Uncle Bill and Aunt Mary. Two wonderful people who fell in love and made the world a better place. They are with God and each other. I have no doubt, Bill is smiling and singing. We should all be so happy. God bless
    11/08/2021 09:30 am
    Marie Cosgrove lit a candle and writes,
    My sincere condolences to the Petit de Mange and Cawley families on the passing of Bill. May he rest in eternal peace with Mary and Gerry at his side. Bill was a lovely man - so gentle and kind. I enjoyed spending time with Mary and Bill and the entire family. He will be sadly missed by all.
    11/08/2021 10:56 am

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