Eleanor Murphy Markland
June 18, 1934 - March 13, 2021
Eleanor Murphy Markland, age 86, of Bear, DE, went home to be reunited with her family in heaven on Saturday, March 13, 2021. Eleanor loved her Polish heritage and traditions. She was retired after many years of dedicated service as a supervisor for a cleaning company. Eleanor was a fundraiser for the MS Walk at the Wilmington Riverfront. She loved flower gardening, country music, and old movies. Eleanor resided with her partner of 59 years, James Markland. She is survived by her daughter, Kathleen Scott; 6 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson; and a host of extended family and friends. Her children Roberta McKinney and Patrick Murphy are deceased. A viewing will be held Saturday, March 20, 2021, from 11 AM – 12 Noon at Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 Churchmans Rd., Newark, DE 19702 followed by a service in celebration of Eleanor’s life at 12 Noon. Burial will be private. The family requests no children at the viewing/service. For directions or to send an online condolence visit www.stranofeeley.com
Eleanor Murphy Markland, age 86, of Bear, DE, went home to be reunited with her family in heaven on Saturday, March 13, 2021. Eleanor loved her Polish heritage and traditions. She was retired after many years of dedicated service as a supervisor... View Obituary & Service Information
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