Daniel P. Hamill, Jr.

Age 71, of New Castle, DE, passed away on May 1, 2011, after a short illness surrounded by his family.

Daniel was born on October 31, 1939 to the late Daniel and Louise Hamill.

He graduated from Salesianum School, and then served in the Marine Corp Reserve.

Daniel started his career at Acme Markets in Wilmington Manor, before going to ICI Americas Atlas Point, where he worked for 35 years.

He was a member of Terrace Athletic Club and Rod & Gun Clubs, and he enjoyed golfing, shuffleboard, and horse racing.

Danny made many friends over the years and truly valued those friendships. We know he will be deeply missed by many.

In addition to his parents, Daniel was preceded in death by his wife, Marie "Sis" (Peck) Hamill, his sister, Suzanne Peck, and his brother, Joseph Hamill. He is survived by his five children, Daniel Hamill, and his wife, JoAnn, Michael Hamill, Joseph Hamill, and his companion, Catherine Delaney, Kathleen Hadley, and her husband, Richard, all of New Castle, and Suzanne Wharton and her husband, Paul, of Middletown; 10 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his brother, Jerome Hamill, and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at Holy Spirit R. C. Church, 12 Winder Rd., Garfield Park, New Castle, on Thurs., May 5, 2011 at 11:00 am. Friends may call at the church Thursday morning from 9:30-11:00 am. Interment will be in Gracelawn Memorial Park, New Castle, DE.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Holy Spirit Church, 12 Winder Rd., Garfield Park, New Castle, DE 19720.

Krienen-Griffith
302.334.9614
www.delawarefuneral.com