Delyla Bernice (Nichols) Allsup, age 83, died on January 6,2021, in Middleburg, Florida. After graduating high school, she joined the Women’s Air Force on November 15, 1955, where her specialty was AC&W Operator. During her time serving her country, she met her husband, William John Allsup. She was honorably discharged to become his wife.
During their 58 year marriage, she spent her time taking care of their daughter, Sherry(Allsup) Bumpers, singing in the church choir, volunteering at Sherry’s schools and their church, and was a member of the Seagull’s circle of the Orange Park Garden Club. She loved to craft and sew also.
She is predeceased by her husband, William John Allsup; her parents, Bernie and Bernice Nichols; and her siblings. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Bumpers (Robbie); and her grandsons, Kyle and Kane. The family would like to thank the staff of Canterfield of Clay County for providing her exceptional care during the final years of her life.
Visitation will be held on January 23, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a small service for the family officiated by Reverend Patrick Connolly to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Hardage-Giddens Holly Hill Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 3601 Old Jennings Road, Middleburg, FL 32068.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hollyhillfunerals.com for the Allsup family.
