Billy Dennis Asbury
October 14, 1939 - July 30, 2025
Billy Dennis Asbury, Sr., age 85, of Newark, DE, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.
Born in Bluefield, WV on October 14, 1939, he was a son of the late Richard and Nannie Asbury. Billy was a graduate of Pocahontas High School in West Virginia. He then began working in the coal mines. Billy later moved to Delaware where he started his career of more than 30 years with Hercules, as well as the State of Delaware for 10 years.
In his spare time, Billy enjoyed working in his flower and vegetable gardens. He loved traveling, especially with his family, and cherished the memories he made with his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Billy was preceded in death by his siblings, Marie Flumner and Herbert Asbury. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Marlene J. (Finney) Asbury; children, Kathy Greenwell (Terry), Dennis Asbury (Deidra), and Penny Cousins; siblings, Elsie Allison and William Asbury (Patty); 4 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
All services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Billy’s memory to the Brandywine Valley SPCA, 290 Churchmans Road, New Castle, DE 19720 or online by clicking here.
Earle Bedwell
Very sorry for your loss
Joyce Byrd
Dennis so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Praying for you and your family
Love you and Deidra
Penny
Dad,I will truly miss u.you have been a wonderful loving father. A great friend to lend a ear.u have always given me great advice. Without your support and guidance I would not be the strong woman I am today.i love you today,tomorrow and always ❤️ love u Penny
Dawn
Uncle Bill, you will be missed dearly but never forgotten. You were an amazing person inside and out. I always admired you and Aunt Mars relationship. Always together, never apart. I love you so much. RIP.
katrina coke
You’re such a great guy with a big heart! You were the best kitchen delivery guy ever! I loved sneaking fruit into your pockets and getting a big hug! ..you will be truly missed!
Sending love and big hugs up to you! . Love you always❤️
Patti Raughley
I was so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. He was one of a kind. Bill was my delivery driver at Maclary. Enjoyed seeing and talking to him everyday. I know he will be missed by so many that knew him.
My prayers are with Marlene and his family.
Rest in peace my friend
Patti Raughley