Dalton Francis Feller – Cochran Funeral

Dalton Francis Feller, 92 On July 15, 2020 Dalton F. Feller passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 92. He was surrounded by those closest to him and had a wonderful meal for dinner.
Dalt was born on August 6, 1927 in Vienna, New Jersey and joined the U.S Navy in 1944, just days after turning 17. He served aboard a LST on which he crossed the Pacific Ocean several times and survived multiple typhoons. He was en route to Japan on August 6, 1945 when the first atomic bomb dropped – his entire family is indebted to his safe return home.

He married the love of his life, Carol Young, on January 15, 1954. The day of his passing they celebrated 66.5 years of marriage, laughter and countless adventures. Dalt was a loving father of two delightful children, Susan Feller [Jim Lilly] of Augusta, WV and John Feller [Linda] of Port Murray, NJ. Although he was known as Grandpa Dalt by many, his grandchildren, Kevin Feller of Deptford, NJ and Julianne [Feller] O’Connell [Sean] of Hoboken, NJ were his pride and joy.

Dalt and Carol traveled the world together and cherished every moment. He was a hunter, a life member of VFW 6701, a life member of the Port Murray Fire Department, the President and Trustee of the Port Murray Cemetery Association and a member of Belvidere United Methodist Church. In recent years Dalt and Carol enjoyed traveling locally, spending time with their family and friends and sharing a good meal.

In addition to the above, he is survived by his sister-in-law Jean Feller of Houston, TX, beloved nieces Kate [Feller] Howell [Mike] of Houston, TX and Beth [Feller] Miles [Don] of Houston, TX; Shelly [Young] Mule [Vincent] of Easton, PA and nephew Jeffrey Young of Gettysburg, PA. He is predeceased by his father Francis H. Feller, mother Aleta Susan Dietz of Vienna, NJ and brother Warren Feller of Houston, TX.

Dalt was a proud patriot who respected the flag his entire life. He passionately believed that every person in this country deserved life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Given the current pandemic, services will be kept to immediate family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the Port Murray Cemetery Association [PO Box 186] in honor of a life well lived.

13 Condolences for Dalton Francis Feller

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Diana Weidner says

July 17, 2020 at 6:19 pm

So very sorry for your loss. He was a great guy and will be sadly missed by many. Hugs. Diana

Eileen Cornell says

July 17, 2020 at 8:18 pm

Oh, Carol, my heart breaks to hear this news…there was so much sweetness in your honey that 92 years was not enough time to spread it all. Rodger and I fondly remember the many nights you both spent at our restaurant. We wish you peace and joy in your wonderful memories…..

Rhea Scott says
July 19, 2020 at 9:19 pm

Carol, I am so sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Sending prayers to you and your family. May you be comforted by your memories.

Jeanette Nolan says

July 18, 2020 at 12:03 am

So deeply sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. HUGS.

Debbie Perelli, Belvidere UMC Family Ministry Leader says

July 18, 2020 at 1:47 am

Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of Dalton. I am so sorry to have missed seeing him for so long at church due to the pandemic. He was such a pleasant man and always walked in to church with a smile on his face..He will be sorely missed by his church family. May he rest in peace in the presence of the Lord.
Cherish the fond memories of him to help you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Kristen Beach says

July 18, 2020 at 5:04 pm

Dear Carol, I am so sorry to learn of Dalt’s passing. His love for God, you, and his family and friends was always evident in his warm smile and that twinkle in his eyes. He was a great man and will be fondly remembered by everyone who knew him.

Mary Jean Pompeo says

July 18, 2020 at 7:29 pm

My deepest condolences to you, Carol, & to all Dalt’s family & friends. May he RIP, & may you all be surrounded with much love, comfort & support during this difficult time.🙏🏼💗

Maryann Davis-Perry says

July 19, 2020 at 10:04 pm

Mrs. Feller and family,
Fred and I send our sincere condolences to you and your family during this sad time.
Your husband was such a inspiration to all who was fortunate enough to have crossed paths with you and your husband.
Mr. Feller was such a caring and loving friend to my father in law, Frederick S.Perry. I know dad loved talking with Dalt and reminicing about the “good old days” of living and volunteering for the Mansfield Twp. Fire Department. I am sure they are catching up now!!
We pray that all of your loving and happy memories help you thru the sad and difficult days.
Thank you Mr. Feller for not only serving our country, but also for the love and care you bestowed to everyone that crossed your path. May you rest in eternal love and peace.
Fred and Maryann (Davis) Perry

Pat Moore says

July 20, 2020 at 4:35 pm

Carol, I Loved seeing Dalt in SR—we would kid and one of us, inevitably, would say, “we have to stop meeting like this”! Although, I have missed seeing and speaking with you and Dalt for quite some time, I have thought of you. I always enjoyed speaking with Dalt, who was fun, smart, interesting and just a fine man. God Bless You for always being there for him in sickness and in health. You were his strength.

Carol Marchioni says

July 23, 2020 at 1:08 pm

To Carol and family,
Jack & I we’re saddened to hear of Dalton’s passing. They had many great conversations
When working at the Port Murray Cemetery and Jack shared so much of Dalton with me.
I was also fortunate to be in his company at the gym as he was so dedicated to his physical well being.
He was a friend to all of us and will be missed. You and Dalton had a relationship to be envied and so many wonderful memories. Many caring thoughts are with you and your family.

Dr. Thomas J. Altonjy says

July 25, 2020 at 5:57 pm

Dear Linda & John,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Life has not ended – but changed. May he rest in peace in Heaven.

Lou Esposito says

August 4, 2020 at 3:36 pm

Thanks Dalt for all the time we spent at Police Headquarters solving all of Mansfield Twp problems! My prayers are with your family. Enjoyed hunting on your property!

Lisa VanHorn says

October 31, 2021 at 11:46 pm

My Dear Mrs Feller and John,
May your husband and father’s memory always be a blessing to you both. A life well lived is its own reward.

Dalton Francis Feller August 6, 1927 - July 15, 2020