Eufemio C. Angel, revered physician
Dr. Eufemio C. Angel, revered physician, devoted family man, and beacon of compassion in his community, passed away peacefully at his home in Millsboro Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. Born Sept. 3, 1938, in Santa Maria, Ilocos Sur, Philippines, to parents Regino and Severa Angel, Eufemio's journey was one marked by dedication, love, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.
Upon finishing high school, his father offered him two choices: farm in the rice paddies or attend college. Eufemio decided to pursue a career in healing and proved to be a diligent student, earning his medical degree from University of Santo Tomas in Manila at 24. He completed his residency in New York and Hazelton, Pa., and then began working in Wilmington. He later established his private practice in Millsboro while also working at Beebe Hospital in Lewes. Here he served with distinction as an emergency room physician, eventually retiring after 25 years of selfless service to a community that became his own.
Dr. Angel's life outside his career was filled with simple pleasures and the joy of being with his loved ones. He found joy in running with his dogs, fishing, gardening, and going on trips to Las Vegas to play blackjack. While retired in the Philippines, he enjoyed raising chickens and going to the local fish markets. Upon returning to the U.S., he lived a quieter life spending time at home watching Westerns and listening to country music. However, it was the time spent with his family watching his children, grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews grow that truly defined his happiness.
Eufemio is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Bello) Angel; and their daughter Julianne Angel and her fiancé Aleksandr of Los Angeles, Calif.; as well as his former spouse, Donna Baker; and their daughters, Christina Boyd and her husband Matthew of Custer, Wash., and their children Finnegan and Ellary, Michele Angel and her husband Evan of Jupiter, Fla., and Lisa Angel and her husband Daniel of Atlanta, Ga.; and stepsons, Lucas and Logan.
Dr. Angel leaves behind a legacy of kindness, selflessness, and intelligence. His dedication to his patients, his mentorship to his colleagues, and his profound impact on the health and well-being of countless individuals will not be forgotten. He is preceded in death by his parents Regino and Severa; and siblings, Bernardo Angel, Lauriano Angel and Florentina Dela Cruz.
Dr. Eufemio C. Angel's memory will continue to inspire and guide those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Funeral Services will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, Dec. 8, at Watson Funeral Home, 211 S Washington St., Millsboro, where friends may come beginning at 1 p.m. Interment will be private.
Those unable to attend the services in person are invited to view the services via livestream at the following link: watsonfh.com/obituaries/permalink/11241388/LTWebcast.
Visit Dr. Angel's life memorial webpage and sign his online guestbook at watsonfh.com
