FELTON - William Paul Meding, of Felton, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011, at Bayhealth Kent General Hospital, Dover. He was 88. William was born on March 29, 1923, in South Fork, Pa., son of the late Gertrude Meding Szeman. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving his country during WW II, actively involved during D-day in the invasion of Normandy Beach. He completed his tour of duty with the rank of Staff Sergeant. Mr. Meding was a mechanic by trade and the owner and operator of the Gulf Gas Station on State St. in Dover for 20 years, retiring from the business in 1981. In addition to his parents, Mr. Meding was preceded in death by his wife, Louise Meding in 1972. He is survived by two sons, Wayne Meding of Alpharetta, Ga., and Paul M. Meding of Georgetown, Texas; and three grandchildren, Desiree Meding-Harb, Christina Woerner and Hunter Meding. A graveside service will be 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 23, 2011, at Barratts Chapel Cemetery, 6486 Bay Rd, Frederica. Burial will follow the services. Condolences may be emailed at www.delmarvaobits.com/rogers Arrangements handled by Rogers Funeral Home, Milford.