Charles Wayman Mahaffey

     Charles W. Mahaffey, 79, of Harrington passed away on April 28, 2022 at home.  Born in Dover, DE, he was the son of the late Marie (Eller) and Charles Mahaffey. 

     Mr. Mahaffey worked many years as a farmer, he had worked in chicken houses, and he hauled wood.  His hobbies included buying and selling cars.  He was a member of New Beginnings Church in Dover. 

     Mr. Mahaffey was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara, who died in 2020.  He is survived by two sons, Jerry and Charles; his brothers:  Bob Mahaffey and his wife Dolores of Dover, Mark Mahaffey and his wife Debbie of Dover and Mike Mahaffey and his wife Paula of Magnolia; his grandson who he raised as a son, Larry C. Murray and his wife Ashley of Magnolia; his granddaughter Stacey Biron of Dover; 9 great grandchildren; and his former wife Barbara J. Mahaffey of Harrington.  In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Michelle Rucinski. 

     A funeral service will be 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 6, 2022 at the Pippin Funeral Home, 119 W. Camden Wyoming Avenue, Wyoming, DE  19934 where there will be a viewing from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. Friday.  Burial will follow in Barratts Chapel Cemetery, Frederica.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to assist with expenses.  Online condolences may be made via www.pippinfuneralhome.com. 

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