Eugene P. Delahunty Sr. Obituary (2013)

Eugene P. Delahunty Sr., 84, of Gainesville, Fla., died at home on Thursday, April 25, 2013, where he lived with his daughter, Mary Jo Delahunty, and his beloved dog, Jo Jo.Gene was born in Audubon, N.J., but grew up in West Pittston. He served in the U.S. Air Force as an airplane mechanic, receiving the rank of staff sergeant. Gene retired from United National Bank after 30 years with the title of senior vice president of the trust department.He was preceded in death by his brothers, George and Clifford; and his sister, Louise Mellon.Gene is survived by his four children, Gene Jr., Peter, Rita Merker and Mary Jo; his sister, Miriam Gower; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.The family will celebrate Gene's life privately. He will be interred at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Carverton.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Haven Hospice, 4200 NW 90th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32606.Arrangements by Milam Funeral Home, 311 S. Main St., Gainesville.