William J. Brittingham's Obituary
William James Brittingham, age 82, of Ocean View, DE, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2008, at his residence. Mr. Brittingham was born in Wilmington, DE, son of the late William and Rowena (Kee) Brittingham.
Mr. Brittingham was a resident of Claymont, DE until 1984 when he retired; he and his wife then relocated to the Ocean View. He was a manager for the Howard Johnson's on Kirkwood Highway, Newark, DE for 21 years. He then owned and operated the Copper Kettle Restaurant in Wilmington from 1978 to 1982. Once he settled into retirement he returned to work as a salesman for Larry's Homes in Delmar, DE. He was a member of the Delaware Restaurant Association and the Ocean View VFW Post 7234. He served with the U.S. Army during WW II in the Pacific Theatre and in the Phillipines. He enjoyed traveling around Europe and South America. He especially enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also enjoyed music by Clay Aiken.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Stanley Brittingham. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Alliene (Gasser) Brittingham, three daughters, Lisa Armstrong and her husband Doug of Lancaster, PA, Lezlie Anderson and her husband Stephen of Rehoboth Beach, DE, and Kim Gamaitoni and her husband Edward of Wilmington, DE; two sons, J. Keith Brittingham and his wife Lana of Wilmington, and Kurt Brittingham and his wife Diane of Avondale, PA; 12 grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.
A Celebration of William's life will be held at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes DE on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 2:00 PM with the Rev. Randy Booth officiating. The Family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. Entombment will be held at a later date at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro, DE.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriot's Way, Milford, DE 19963 or to the Delaware Humane Association, 701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801.
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