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Eleanor Borders, 94
Eleanor Borders, 94, of Willow Street PA passed away September 9, 2022, at her home. She was born to the late Abner and Blanche Woodward of Wilmington DE. She graduated in 1946 from Wilmington Friends school and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree at the University of Delaware. She was a secretary for DuPont Company, People’s Bank and Trust, and E. Wm. Architects. INC.
Eleanor was active in her church work, and a proud member of the Daughters of the Revolution. She was an exceptionally talented pianist who played for the Wilmington Opera Society, the Drexel Hill Sr, Center, and participated as background music for auctions and was an organist for her church. She spent 36 years teaching the art to many students. She loved music and also found enjoyment in sewing and traveling.
She is survived by her daughter, Melinda Lilley of Collingdale; and her grandchildren, Jennifer Stonage and David Paytas. Along with her parents she is proceeded in her passing by her daughter Christina Kay Lilley and grandson Michael Paytas.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Red Clay Creek Presbyterian Church, 500 McKennans Church Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808. Family invites guests for a service at 11AM with a luncheon to follow.
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October 20, 2022
To Melinda and Family,
So very sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. She was a bridesmaid in my parents wedding many years ago. They attended Wilmington Friends School together. Every year when my mother traveled down from Maine at Christmas time we would make the trip to Newark, DE to visit family graves, place wreaths and would always meet your mother for lunch in Hockessin or Wilmington. Our mothers were good friends, steadfast to the end. I never met you, but felt I knew you through the pride your mother always had when speaking about you which was often.
There is nothing like losing your mother and nothing to prepare you for doing so. Focus on the happy moments shared and allow them to sustain you through this sad time. Reach for her often, she is always with you.
My prayers and condolences go out to you and your family. I will remember your mother with fondness.
September 24, 2022
Dear Mindy and family , Our family sends sincere sympathy on the death of your Mother. Eleanor was a wonderful neighbor , talented pianist and was the epitome of a great lady. We were so blessed to have her in our life .
September 14, 2022
Dear Melinda and family, Our Deepest sympathies and all our love and prayers on the loss of your beautiful Mom. Please let us know if there is anything we can do, we are here for you. You are not alone. We love you. Our prayers and love are with you. xo Joannie and Freddy
September 14, 2022
Eleanor was a lovely lady with a wonderful sense of humor and kind heart. I thoroughly enjoyed working with her and getting to know her.
Kathy Shaub
September 13, 2022
Oh Melinda I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I never met her, but she sounds like exceptionally wonderful woman!!! I know how close you and her were, and I my greatest sympathy goes out to you and your family💔
Sharon Appelbaum
- Services
- Wednesday, September 21, 2022
- 11:00 AM
- Red Clay Creek Presbyterian Church
- 500 McKennans Church Rd
- Wilmington, DE 19808
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