Harry P. Delano

1924 ∼ 2011

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Harry P. Delano, 86, of West Orange, died Friday, February 11, 2011, at his home.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 16, 2011, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Barry Bradley of First Baptist Church in Orange. Burial will follow at Harris Cemetery in West Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Tuesday at the funeral home.

Born in Orange, Texas on May 8, 1924, Harry was the son of Roy G. and Maggie Young Delano. He served with the U.S. Navy in World War II and Korea, and he was a boxer during his time in the Navy. A graduate of the Allen Academy in Bryan, Texas, Harry served as Chief of Police in West Orange during the 1960?s. He worked as a pipefitter at Texaco, and was a member of OCAW and First Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Delano; son, Harry Lee Delano; and brothers and sisters, Vergitta Nation, George Delano, Roy Delano, Ruby Delano, Vertis Delano, Elma Perry, and Jerry Delano.

Harry is survived by his daughter, Diann Ray of West Orange; grandson, Donald Magness and his wife, Ashley; great-grandchildren, Shelby, Lanie and Mason; sister, Levenya Ravellette of Terrell; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Anonymous February 22, 2011

Diane, hate to hear about your Dad. Our prayers are with you and your family. Sue Franklin Wilson and Olly Franklin.##imported-begin##Susan Wilson##imported-end##

Anonymous February 16, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss.....I really enjoyed him as a patient he was always in great spirits.....your family is in my thoughts and prayers..... Southeast Texas Nephrology##imported-begin##Ambre##imported-end##

Anonymous February 16, 2011

Uncle Harry you were such a wonderful Uncle, always full of smiles and always had time for the kids. I have such happy memories of you. I love you, give everyone up there in heaven with you a kiss from all of us and a little jab in the ribs. I will miss y##imported-begin##Mary Delano Messman##imported-end##

Anonymous February 16, 2011

Was sadden to get the call about Uncle Harry. Your smile,hugs and kisses will be dearly missed. God be with the family. I Love you Uncle Harry.##imported-begin##Helen Delano DeBruin##imported-end##

Anonymous February 14, 2011

Diane & Family I was sadden to read of Harry's passing. I have wonderful childhood memories of our families. Another era is gone. You are in our thoughts.##imported-begin##Stephanie Franklin Telfer##imported-end##

Anonymous February 14, 2011

Uncle Harry you will be missed and remember daily. Love you and i am proud to a Delano descendents##imported-begin##sean##imported-end##

Anonymous February 12, 2011

To Diane an Donnie we love you.##imported-begin##Travis Nation##imported-end##

Anonymous February 12, 2011

I was sorry to hear about Harry's passing away. We were raised together, went to school together, went in the service together and were great friends. I send my condolences to the family.##imported-begin##Claude Broussard##imported-end##

Anonymous February 12, 2011

We will miss Harry very much. He was a really wonderful person.##imported-begin##Bob & Ruby Stephens##imported-end##

Anonymous February 12, 2011

We will miss you Uncle Harry. Leaving Sunday and will be there for the services.##imported-begin##Roy ##imported-end##