William G Delaney

July 18, 1927 - February 20, 2021

WILLIAM G. DELANEY, 93 years old passed February 20, 2021, surrounded by family at his home in Marlton. Bill, as he was known to friends and family, was born July 18, 1927 to Lawrence and Mary (Haldeman) Delaney in Atlantic City, NJ, the youngest of five children. Bill served in the United States Navy during WWII as Aviation Electrician’s Mate Third Class. After an Honorable Discharge from the Navy, Bill began his career with New Jersey Bell (AT&T). After a 36 year career he retired at the age of 55. Some of Bills passions were spending winters in Key West with his wife Mitzi where he enjoyed fishing, tennis, bicycling and golfing. He was an avid sports fan especially the Philadelphia Flyers and Philadelphia Eagles. He also enjoyed watching tennis and golf as well. He was a dog lover for sure and had quite a few pets through his life. While living in Marlton he loved “Passion” the family Shar Pei and the company she provided him. Bill is survived by Susan (Bernard) Somers and Patricia (Daniel) Leonetti and four grandchildren: Daniel Leonetti and fiance’ Jaime Marcello, William Leonetti, Bernard and Amy Somers along with nieces and nephews. He was predeceased in death by his parents, Lawrence and Mary Delaney, and his wife Margaret May (Moeller) Delaney, who passed May 2017. In lieu of flowers donations to Bills favorite charity, St. Judes would be appreciated. www.stjude.org/donate After the service, there will be a light lunch for family and also friends to gather and meet. At Epiphany Lutheran Church 306 S. Franklin Blvd Pleasantville, NJ 08232