Joseph John Feichtl's Obituary
Joseph John Feichtl, 88, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in Millsboro, DE. Born on July 29, 1937, in Home Park, Whitehall Township, PA, he was son of the late Adolph Feichtl and Sophia Weslock Feichtl. He grew up in Pennsylvania as one of seven children.
At the age of 17, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and proudly served aboard the U.S.S. Samuel B. Roberts (DD-823). After his military service, he obtained a teaching degree at Kutztown State College. He moved to Dover, DE, and began his career in education. He started as a teacher, earned a master’s degree from the University of Delaware and later became principal at William Henry Middle School.
While in Dover, Joe met his beloved wife, Nancy Cullen Feichtl, which led him to move to Millsboro and the two started a life together. They shared 43 wonderful years of marriage together before her passing. They enjoyed sailing, traveling, and welcoming friends into their home.
After retiring from education, he pursued woodturning and created beautifully crafted bowls. He also operated a home repair business, and in later years became a volunteer driver for ITN, a transportation service for seniors. He found great joy in serving his community in this role, and in 2018 he was named ITN's National Volunteer of the Year after driving nearly 50,000 miles.
He is survived by his daughter, Michele Feichtl Sosnoski; stepson Shawn Cullen and his wife, Nina Anne Cullen of Petaluma, CA; and his cherished grandchildren, Ryan Sosnoski, Tyler Sosnoski, Tucker Cullen, and Chloe Cullen, all of whom knew him as "Poppa Joe."
He was preceded in death by his siblings, Robert Feichtl, Dorothy Reimer, Josephine Hozza, and Marie DalMaso.
He is survived by his siblings, William Feichtl and Kathleen Pompa; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Joseph’s memory will live on through the many lives he touched. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.
Private services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Edmond Church: https://www.stedmond.org.
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