Gene Littleton, 71

LAUREL - Gene Littleton, age 71, of Laurel, passed away on Oct. 23, 2009, at home surrounded by family. He was born in Laurel a son of the late Alton and Margaret Littleton. Gene was the owner operator of Gene Littleton and Sons Surveying in Laurel. His involvement as a young man with his father at W.C. Littleton and Son influenced his career choices, which included International Harvester sales and professional truck driver. Anyone who knew Gene can speak to his love of trucking and passion for fishing. When on the water, he was at peace. Mr. Littleton was a 32nd degree Mason and lifetime member of Centenary United Methodist Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Sandra Littleton of Laurel; daughters, Joy Littleton of Wilmington, and Gina Edness and husband Clarence of Eldersburg, Md.; his brother, Craig Littleton of Laurel; a sister, Marsha Taylor of Laurel; and grandson, Cameron Edness. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Wayne Littleton. A Memorial Service was held at Centenary United Methodist Church 200 W. Market Street Laurel, on Wednesday. The Rev. K. Wayne Grier and Kevin English officiated. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be mad in Mr. Littletons name to: Centenary UM Church, 200 W. Market St., Laurel, DE 19956; or Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. The Hannigan, Short, Disharoon Funeral Home is serving the Littleton family.