Orin Lee Black
February 13, 1943 - May 9, 2026
Orin Lee Black, age 83, of Elkton, MD, passed away in his sleep on Saturday, May 9, 2026, after a struggle with a brain tumor.
Born in Renton, Washington on February 13, 1943, he was the second son of the late Gerald and Zella Black. From his youngest years, Orin had a zest for life. He read “everything in the school library” while he was young and often told stories of his adventures with his siblings and many cousins there and in Nebraska. He graduated from the University of Washington with degree in finance that took him all around the country in the trucking industry, but the latter half of his career was spent at Mitsubishi Fuso, ultimately filling the role of CFO. He loved history, art, walks around the reservoir, musical performances, stock trading, and food of all kinds. Most of all, he loved his family and community.
Orin was a devoted husband to Marcia Black (Vedock) and a loving father to four children: Julia Singleton (husband Kentner and children Rachel and Henry) of Rockville, MD; Mary Black of Rockville, MD; Sarah Van Stan (husband Jarrad and children Blaise and Sonia) of Quincy, MA; and Lee Anne Haney (husband Scott and children Scarlett and Alina) of Millersville, MD. He loved his children and grandchildren beyond measure. He is predeceased by his older brother, Lynn Black, and his younger sister, Sharon Sabin, and is survived by his younger brother, veteran Lewis Black. He was close to all of his siblings and an involved and enthusiastic uncle to his many beloved nieces and nephews.
Orin was much loved by his family, church, local coffee shop group, and neighbors. He could talk to anyone and his generosity knew no bounds. He remained a constant source of unconditional love, comfort, and support to his children throughout his life and will be desperately missed.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 11 am until 12 pm on Monday, May 18, 2026, at St. John the Baptist Church, 200 East Main Street, Newark, DE, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 12 pm. Inurnment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, 6001 Kirkwood Highway, Wilmington, DE.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Orin’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online by clicking here.
Paula Ewing
Orin was an awesome brother in law. He had a wonderful sense of humor & generous nature. An intelligent, caring ,wonderful human being that we will miss .❤️
Russ Omey
I’m so sad that Orin, my cousin, has passed. My sincere condolences to his daughters and their families. When we were young we had lots of fun when we were together. I only had the few times later to get caught up. He was always great.
Russ Omey
I did donate to St Jude under his name. ( A very worthwhile cause that Colette and I have donated to several times.)
Nasreen Hosein
I only met Orin once, but his lighthearted spirit and kindness to my son, Mateo, made our visit to Mary all the more memorable and joyful. I will always be grateful for the way his and Marcia’s love shaped the beautiful people his children are today and am sending the entire family my love.
Jean M Toman
Orin will be missed by his church family. He was always a smiling face when you entered St. John’s for Sunday Mass. Sending prayers and hugs to his family.
Justin Black
The first thing that comes to mind about Uncle Orin is just how easy it was to talk with him. I can remember having conversations with him when I was young. I cannot remember all the things we talked about, but we could go months or years between visits, and he was just the same Uncle Orin. Smiling, laughing, and having a true interest in his family. From my vantage point, he was not just a good uncle but a great father and husband. I definitely saw him as a role model, and I will miss him. His attributes of care and compassion will definitely continue to impact all of us who got to know Orin and spend time with him.
Gene niland
Orin was a classic, a true gentleman and friend.
Gene and Dee niland