William Loftland Marvel, 92

LEWES - William Loftland Marvel, of Lewes, passed away on Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, at the Renaissance Health Center, Millsboro. He was 92. Mr. Marvel was born on Jan. 14, 1917, in Lewes, son of the late Joseph C. and Jency (Carpenter) Marvel. William is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Elizabeth (Shockley) Marvel; a daughter Alice Carol Swift; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26 at White's Chapel Cemetery on Rt. 1 near Milton. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in William's name to Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963. Arrangements by Melson Funeral Services, Millsboro.