Delbert E. "Del" Kibler, 82, of Newberry, died on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at the Newberry County Memorial Hospital.
He was born on January 29, 1938 in Newberry, SC, a son of the late Johnnie C. and Varie Gibson Kibler. Del was a faithful member of Glenn Street Baptist Church and also a member of Amity Masonic Lodge AFM 87.
Del served his country in the U. S. Army. He served two tours of duty in the Vietnam War and retired from active duty following 25 years of service. Del also served many years in law enforcement retiring from the Newberry Police Department.
Family was an important part of his life and Del loved his family deeply. He also loved his Lord and shared his faith through his life. People from all walks of life and from places near and far are owners of his cross pennies.
Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Linda Marlow Kibler; his children, Joe and Kimberly Dale Kibler Allen and Teresa Lynn Kibler Good all of Newberry; and grandchildren, Matthew and Emily Allen and Rita Jimenez and Brad Good.
He was predeceased by his parents and his siblings, Clarence Kibler, Kitty Milsaps, Bobby Kibler and Mary Patterson.
Visitation will be from 6:00 until 7:30 pm on Friday, February 7, at the Whitaker Funeral Home in Newberry.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, February 8 at Glenn Street Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Rosemont Cemetery with Military Honors.
Memorials are suggested to Glenn Street Baptist Church, 3240 College St., Newberry, SC 29108 or to Amity Masonic Lodge AFM 87, 1304 Caldwell St., Newberry, SC 29108.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.whitakerfuneralhome.com.
Whitaker Funeral Home, Newberry is assisting the family.