David C. Bethard

April 30, 1950 - November 23, 2020

FLORIST NOTE: PLEASE HAVE ALL FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS DELIVERED TO PARSELL FUNERAL HOMES, LEWES CHAPEL, BY 3 PM, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2020. David Clifford Bethard, age 70 of Millsboro, DE, passed away on Monday, November 23, 2020, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, DE. He was born on Sunday, April 30, 1950 in Chester, PA, son of the late Archie W. and Mildred Bethard. David was a proud veteran, having honorably served in the United States Navy. After his service, he worked as a steel mill cook. David loved living near water and enjoyed everything coastal living had to offer, particularly fishing and crabbing. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by his brothers: Archie Bethard Jr.; Frank Bethard; and his sister, Tina Bethard. He is survived by his beloved wife, Linda Bethard of Millsboro, DE; his grateful children: Karen Bethard of Millsboro, DE, and David Bethard Jr.; his adored grandchildren: Krista Bethard of Millsboro, DE, and David Bethard lll of New Castle, DE; his great grandson, Legend Barnes of Millsboro, DE; his sister, Debbie Bethard of Lewes, DE; and his nieces and nephew. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2020, at 11:00 AM at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, where friends may call beginning at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow the services at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 26669 Patriots Way, Millsboro, DE. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, masks must be worn, and social distancing protocols must be observed by anyone participating in any aspect of the services. Please sign his online guest book located on the tribute page.