Dennis "Skeeter" Earl Bladen

Dennis ”Skeeter” Earl Bladen, age 78, of Newark, DE, departed this life on Friday, January 17, 2025, at his residence. He was the husband of Joyce Brison Bladen, with whom he shared 50 years of marriage.

Born in West Chester, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph Bladen and the late Pearl Forman Bladen.

He was a graduate of Avon Grove High School and Goldey Beacom College.

He served his country for three years in the U.S. Army.

Skeeter worked at General Motors for 30 years before retiring, he then worked for 12 years at the Speakman Plumbing Company.

He enjoyed all sports, traveling, and his many trips to St. Lucia with his wife.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Dennis Henry, grandchildren, Roderick and Necole and many nieces and nephews.

You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 11:00 to 12:00 on Friday, January 24, 2025, at the Kuzo Funeral Home, 250 West State Street, Kennett Square, PA. His Funeral service will follow at 12:00. Burial will be private and will be at a later date at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

To view his online tribute and to share a memory with his family, please visit www.kuzoandfoulkfh.com

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