Lucy Barone Denning
November 14, 1926 - May 25, 2023
Lucy Barone Denning, age 96, of Salisbury, MD, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
Born in Wilmington, DE on November 14, 1926, she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Michelina (Ucciferri) Barone. A Wilmington High School graduate, she also worked in the family grocery store during school years. She became a highly skilled secretary and was employed for over 23 years, mostly with the DuPont company, working in both the downtown Wilmington and Chestnut Run locations.
At age 40, she married John J. Denning, a match made in heaven, and had a daughter Elaine J. Denning, now of Kensington, MD. This tight trio lived in the sweet Penn Acres development, within blocks of other Barone family members.
Lucy was driven by faith in God and a love of family, and was a person of immense strength. She became a CCD teacher at Our Lady of Fatima parish, and later volunteered in the school library for 10 years. She was an avid reader and the Barone family historian. She sang beautifully and was in the church choir, and her love of opera and musicals was shared with many. Though a reserved person, she moved fast, and loved a brisk walk, dancing, and getting things done. In her later years, she was honored at beautiful birthday parties given by family members, and delighted in the family pets.
In addition to her parents, Lucy was preceded in death by her husband John and her nine siblings. Her legacy is raising her daughter, as well as nieces and nephews, creating strong bonds that last a lifetime. She will be deeply missed by her daughter Elaine, nieces Ruth Ann, Barbara and Joan, and nephews Andrew, Christopher and Ronald, among many others. We are eternally blessed and grateful for having her with us for so long.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Friday, June 2, 2023, at Our Lady of Fatima R.C. Church, 801 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 am. Interment will follow in Cathedral Cemetery, 2400 Lancaster Avenue, Wilmington, DE.
Eileen Manlove
Lainey, I’m so sorry to learn of your Mother’s passing. The hours and years of play and learning with her are some of the most treasured memories I have. My love and condolences. Eileen
Denise Hart
Hello Elaine: I am saddened to learn about the passing of your dear Mother! Let the memories that you’ve shared with her bring you comfort and a gentle peace at this time. 96 years (wow) God certainly gave your mother the gift of “long life”. Please know that I will keep you and your Family in my prayers. Love, Denise
Hashima Hasan
Elaine,
Deeply grieved to hear of the passing away of your dear mother. What an amazing person and what a fruitful life she led. The vacuum she’s left will never be filled but the wonderful memories and lessons she taught you will provide you comfort. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and convey the same to your family members and friends.
Yours sorrowfully, Hashima
Theresa Carta (Terri)
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mother. I’ve been there and the pain is so deep. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts. ~Terri Carta
MF Sladek
Dear Elaine:
It’s hard to lose your last parent, particularly a Mom. As Sarah Orne Jewett wrote in her masterpiece of quiet living: THE COUNTRY OF THE POINTED FIRS “You never get over bein’ a child long’s you have a mother to go to.” Knowing your mother’s remarkable life story makes me admire and respect you even more. I am sending you heartfelt sympathy and faith that your mother is reunited with her parents, her siblings and your Dad. Hugs, Mary F Sladek
Tricia Talbert
Dear Elaine,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. It sounded like she had a wonderful life and was surrounded by love. Please know that I’m sending you a virtual hug and hope that you have many happy memories that can lift your spirit. Love, Tricia
Karolina Rivera-Osorio
Pax Vobiscum, Lucy Barone Denning. May she rest in the tender love and mercy of God forever and ever. Amen.
Genevieve Arbitrario
Elaine, In this sorrowful time, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to you. May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones.
Eternal rest grant unto Lucy O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon her.
May the soul of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
Genny Arbitrario
Genny Arbitrario
Elaine-In this sorrowful time, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to you. May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones.
Eternal rest grant unto Lucy Barone Denning O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon her.
May the soul of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.