On Feb. 19, 2019, the amazing 96-year life of John Elbert Deloney came to an end.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Thyra Riley.
He is survived by daughters, Jeanne Maes (Dennis Gassert) and Jane Penton (Howard); two brothers; two sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews.
After serving in WWII, he received his degree from Auburn University and a doctorate from Columbia University.
He was a professor at Auburn University, president of the University of West Alabama, and later in life, owner of David's Catfish House in Spanish Fort, Alabama.
Above all, he was a devoted husband and loving father.
Please join us to celebrate this incredible life on March 23, 2019 at 1 p.m. at Providence United Methodist Church in Spanish Fort, Alabama.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Providence United Methodist Church.
Arrangements by Wolfe-Bayview Funeral Homes & Crematory Inc., 19698 Greeno Road, Fairhope, AL 36532, 251-990-7775, www.wolfefuneralhomes.com.
