Joseph H. Bunting, 86

MILLSBORO - Joseph H. Bunting, of Millsboro, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008, in his home surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. He was born in Dagsboro on April 8, 1922, son of the late, Joseph W. and Mary Elizabeth (West) Bunting. Joseph was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Army and an active member of VFW Post 7422 of Millsboro. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Kathleen in 1997. He is survived by his only daughter, Brenda Linkerhof and her husband Jerry; five grandsons, Roy, Stephen, Ryan, Trevor and Cody Lowe; four great-grandchildren, Colby, Thorne, Paige and Caden Lowe. He is also survived by his dearest friend, Elsie Mitchell. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 32013 Long Neck Road, Millsboro, where friends may call after 10 a.m. Burial will be in Millsboro Cemetery. Following the funeral service, Joseph's grandson Roy and his wife Andrea will be hosting a get together for family and friends at their home at 25392 South Oak Dr, Millsboro, DE 19966.