Delma Pearl Reeder

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February 9, 2023

Delma Pearl Reeder, age 93, of Middleburg, Florida passed away on Monday, February 6, 2023. She was born in Tallmansville, West Virginia and retired as a Register Nurse.

Delma was predeceased by her parents: William and Ova Benson, and two brothers: Babe Benson and Clare Benson; and her loving husband of 53 years, Calvin Reeder. Survivors include her son, Robert (Sandra) Benson; daughter, Ellen Reeder; three grandchildren: Mike, Zackary and Annie; great-grandson, Myers; and a host of extended family and friends.

Delma will be laid to rest back home in the fall of 2023 in Bailey Cemetery, Upshur County, West Virginia.

Arrangements by Hardage-Giddens Holly Hill Funeral Home, 3601 Old Jennings Road, Middleburg, FL. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hollyhillfunerals.com.

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