passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Loving husband of Marilyn Massey for 44 years. With her he had 11 children and step children, 21 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He is survived by children Patty (Steve) Lemmon, David (Linda), Brian, Richard (Diane) and Stuart Massey, and Laura (Gary) Gillespie. Also his step children: John (Joanie) and Jeff (Tina) Stauder, Margie (Ralph) Wasielewski, and Mary (Hank) Spencer. Preceeding him in death are step son and his wife, Jim and Nancy Stauder, and first wife Mary (Files) Massey.
Del retired from Monsanto in 1986. He had a masters degree in Chemistry, was an avid player of bridge and tennis, enjoyed singing barbershop, and took to home computers from their very start.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society.
I really enjoyed playing bridge with Del and Marilyn (one time only) with my wife Toni as my partner. They were experts and my wife and I were basic Joe Woods style players. Of course my wife and I won because we got the better hands. Del, we’ll give you a rematch when we all get together in Heaven.
Really enjoyed knowing Del and always loved Marilyn.
Prayers to you both!
Love,
Jim Toni Kirspel
Marilyn,
Accept my deepest sympathies. I just always enjoyed my time at the table with Del, even though he would consistently take me to the cleaners. Even taking him home a couple of times, he was in total control of how I should go. He had a full life and a big family between the two of you who will keep you close and loved.
I am sure he and Barbara are the newest players at the table above us bidding their slams.
Dearest Uncle Del, you will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace.
My deepest and sincere condolences go to Marilyn and all their children. May you be consoled in the fact that Del lived a long life with his loving family.
Del was a special person, smart and thoughtful with a merry sense of humor. He had a great laugh I will always remember. He will be sorely missed by all of us in our bridge group.
Marilyn, I am so sorry for your loss. Del’s expertise at the bridge table was memorable; yet he was very humble in his triumph over opponents! I wish I had known him when he sang. I’ll bet it was memorable also. I hope you are feeling the love and support of family at this time. Susie Vonderheid
So sorry to hear about your father passing. He sounds like he was an interesting & brilliant man. Prayers go out to all who loved & knew him.
I send my condolences on the passing of Del. No mater how long you were together, it is never enough. You were so good for each other. Your family, faith, and memories will see you though and help you carry on in Del’s honor. Love and Prayers.