David E. Halton, veteran, enjoyed traveling

David E. Halton, 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in Lewes Tuesday, Oct.  22, 2024. He was born May 23, 1934, in East Chicago, Ind., beloved son of Emmet and Marjorie (Saddler) Halton. David married the love of his life, Helen Felicichia, Oct. 4, 1958. They were bonded in love and devotion to family, and were blessed to be married for 66 years.

David attended Bishop Noll High School in Hammond, Ind., and attended Marquette University. He served his country in the U.S. Army on active duty in Korea for two years and in the Army Reserves for two years. David retired from Praxair Inc., formerly Union Carbide. His career spanned 40-plus years in three states, Indiana, West Virginia, and New York. 

He enjoyed traveling the world with his wife, Helen, and loved nothing more than spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his great-granddaughter, Mary Duran. 

He is survived by his loving wife, Helen Felicichia Halton; his four children, Mark Halton (Christine) of Bardonia, N.Y., Marcia Duran (Phillip) of Nitro, W.Va., Paul Halton (Kristel) of Brewster, N.Y., and Paula Halton of Buchanan, N.Y.; seven grandchildren, Elizabeth, Alex, Eric, Stephen, Angela, Emmet and Greta; and two great-grandchildren, Aiden and Cameron. David is also survived by his brother, John Halton; sister, Elaine Sommers; and numerous nieces and nephews.     

The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the caring and dedicated staff at The Lodge at Historic Lewes, and Vitas Healthcare for the care and compassion they showed our entire family.  

A celebration of David’s life and legacy was held Saturday, Oct. 26.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in David’s name to Make-A-Wish, secure2.wish.org/site/TR?pg=team&fr_id=5956&team_id=49672. 

Visit David’s Life Memorial webpage at watsonfh.com.