DELHI - Eva S. Liddle, 99, of Delhi, passed away early Sunday morning, May 28, 2023, at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Born on Jan. 25, 1924, in Halcottsville, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Madeline (Akerley) Sanford.

Eva grew up in South Kortright, where she was in the Hospitality Club, was active in 4-H, and loved to play the accordion, which she played at many events.

Eva was salutatorian of the Class of 1941.

She was married to Herbert A. Liddle on April 2, 1943, in South Kortright. The union that lasted until his passing on April 23, 2001.

She was a secretary and bookkeeper, working for law offices in Delhi and her husband's trucking company. She also worked for the former Dellwood Foods and Deltown Chemurgic in Fraser until her retirement in 1986.

Following her retirement, she and Herb enjoyed spending winters in Arcadia, Florida, and traveling on cruises and trips with family and friends. Eva also enjoyed reading, working on her family genealogy, and preserving and documenting many of the family heirlooms.

She was active in the United Ministry of Delhi, Delhi Business and Professional Women's Club, Donald W. Gleason, Unit 190 American Legion Auxiliary, Delaware County Historical Association, and Delhi Women's Club.

Eva is survived by her children, Timothy (Nanette) Liddle of Harpersville and Kerry D. (Harry) Gracey of Delhi; two grandchildren, Madeline and Tara Liddle; sister, Helen Younts of Lowville; and several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, June 15, at Hall & Peet Funeral Home, 134 Main St., Delhi. A service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, June 16, at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Woodland Cemetery, Delhi.

Eva's family expresses a special thank-you to the staff at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, John Ladany and his service dog, Laddie, and Brent Truitt and his service dog, Ella, for the comfort they provided to Eva during her stay.

Memorial contributions may be made to United Ministry of Delhi, 1 Church St., Delhi, NY 13753, or Heart of the Catskills Humane Society, P.O. Box 88, Delhi, NY 13753.

Share condolences with Eva's family at www.macarthurfh.com.