Louis Joseph McCall

Louis (“Lou”) Joseph McCall, 78, of Bear, Delaware, passed away on Wednesday, November 19 due to complications from cancer. He was a loving father, pop-pop, brother, uncle, and friend. Born September 7, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was the only son and youngest child of the late John S. and Mary A. McCall (nee: Hieronimus). Louis was a graduate of St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, and worked as both a salesman and business owner. Lou loved being a dad to his two sons, Andrew and Neil. He enjoyed coaching their baseball teams and leading the YMCA Indian Guides program for the South Jersey Region, where he got to share his love for the outdoors. He lived a full and fun-loving life. He was a history buff and the best person to fill out your bar trivia team. He always dressed up for Halloween, even sewing his own costumes. He was a lifelong Eagles fan and season ticket holder through the 1970’s. In mid-life, he found a passion for scuba-diving, becoming a NAUI certified scuba instructor while living in Florida. His passion for diving will survive him in both his children and his nieces and nephews, many of whom were certified through his instruction. Later in life, he returned home to the Philadelphia area to be closer to his grandchildren. He proudly achieved a lifelong goal of earning his MBA in his 70’s. Lou is survived by his sons, Andrew J. McCall and wife Jenell of Landenberg, Pennsylvania and Neil J. McCall and wife Carla of Talleyville, Delaware, and beloved grandchildren Anastazia, Moira, Ephrem, and Ainsley. Also surviving Lou are his sisters, Judith Wieckowski and Clare Kazmierczak, and his nieces, nephews and their families. He is dearly missed by his two cats, Snickers and Boots. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Monday, December 8, 2025, from 10 to 11 AM at Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 Churchmans Rd., Newark, DE 19702. A memorial service in celebration of Louis’s life will follow at 11 AM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 669, New Castle, DE 19720. For directions or to send an online condolence please visit www.stranofeeley.com Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home 302-731-5459

Louis Joseph McCall

September 7, 1947 - November 19, 2025

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