Born: Nov. 3, 1929, in South Dakota

Died: Sept. 4, 2014, at her home in Coupeville with family.

Preceded in death by her parents, George and Eva Dent; brother Leroy Dent; and husband, Dan Hoover.

Survived by sister Jean Smith; daughter Vickie Hoersch; son George Hoover; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Over the years, Delphine was an avid quilter, seamstress, gardener, baker and ceramics painter, for which she received several awards from the Island County Fair.

She enjoyed life to the fullest, laughed often and loved everyone she met.

There will be no burial services, but there will be a celebration of her life at her home in the afternoon Saturday, Sept. 20 in Coupeville.

In lieu of flowers or cards, please donate to your favorite charity.