Funeral Arrangements for Wilmington IAFF Local 1590 Sister Ardythe Hope are as follows:
Saturday, December 10, 2016
Chase Center on the Riverfront ... 15 Justison Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Public Viewing: 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Funeral and Memorial Service: 1:00PM - 4:00PM
The viewing and services are open to all fire fighters, first responders, friends and the public. Doors will open at 9:00AM. This is the only event for departments to stage apparatus as part of a static display of honor.
Honor Guard and Pipe and Drums Information
Please email Mike Khairzada at mkhairzada@comcast.net or Griff Jordan at gjordan188@gmail.com if you plan to participate and include your mode of transportation (car, bus, van, etc) and how many members will attend. Please arrive no later than 8:00AM. Public safety honor guards and Pipes and Drums from all departments are welcome.
Outside Fire Fighters With Apparatus
Please email Michael Schaal at michael.schaal@cj.state.de.us if you plan to participate and include the type of apparatus and how many members will attend. If you plan to arrive at the service on fire apparatus, please arrive no later than 8:00AM. You will be staged at the venue for a static display for the arrival of the families and the public.
Thank you to all who have reached out to offer their condolences and support. We ask you to continue to keep Ardy's family in your thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time.