William David Aldridge, age 80, of Newark, DE formerly of Jeffersonville, Indiana died January 30, 2024 at the Christiana Hospital. 

Mr. Aldridge started working at an early age as a Lineman Apprentice, and went on to retire as a Masters Lineman for the city of Newark, DE.  He enjoyed buildings and flying R/C aircraft, and he served as President of his R/C club.  He also enjoyed motorcycles.

Mr. Aldridge was predeceased by his wife, Sylvia Ann Aldridge, his mother, Aline Bowers and his father, William Cecil Aldridge.

He is survived by his daughter, Donna; his sons, David Aldridge and Frank Aldridge; his brothers, Leroy Bowers; his sister, Wilma Edwards; and his 7 grandchildren, Candace, David, Frank, William, Ashley, Jacob and Destiny.

A viewing will be held at the Beeson Funeral Home, 2053 Pulaski Highway, Newark, DE 19702 on Thursday, February 8, 2024 from 10:00am until 11:00am, where a funeral service will begin at 11:00am.  Burial will follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park, New Castle, DE.

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