Della R. Threet

Della R. Threet, daughter of the late Isadore Riley, and Della Glover Riley, was born on January 24,1935, in Limestone, South Carolina. On November 1, 2025, God in His infinite wisdom, sent an angel for Della, saying, “you fought a good fight, you finished the course, you kept the faith”. II Timothy 4:7. Della’s mother, Della Glover, passed away during childbirth. Baby Della was subsequently raised by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Riley, in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Della held a deep affection for her grandmother, Sophie, who believed Della was blessed from birth. Della began her education at Audenried Junior Elementary School in South Carolina. Following her elementary education, the family relocated to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where Della was reunited with her father and other siblings. She completed her education in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She graduated in 1952 from The South Philadelphia High School for Girls. Della enjoyed traveling with friends. She met the love of her life, Nero Russell Threet in California on the dance floor. Nero was on leave from the Navy visiting California. Della and Nero married in 1967. During her husband’s service as a Merchant Seaman, Della resided in various locations, including Baltimore, Texas, Florida, California, Washington State, and Philadelphia. She gained a reputation for being hospitable, often inviting relatives and friends to enjoy the delicious meals she prepared. Della was long standing member of the Second Baptist Church in Everett, Washington, where she served as church clerk for many years and was also an active member of the choir. During their time in Baltimore, Della was employed as a seamstress at Baltimore Sportswear/London Fog. It was there that she formed a lasting friendship with her colleague, Alice Brown, a relationship that has endured throughout their lives. After the passing of her husband and her siblings, Kaiser Glover, Casie Mae Riley, and Frazier Thomas Riley, Della relocated to the Baltimore area, her special nephew Bruce Riley transitioned. Della was pleased to reconnect with her family and friends in Baltimore. She accompanied her relatives to various locations and took part in several sister group meetings, where she often concluded gatherings with her words of wisdom. Della regularly attended church services, including Walking Faith Family Ministries and Nebo Christian Ministries. In 2024, she became a member of Nebo Christian Ministries under the leadership of Bishop Larry E. Williams. She contributed to the missionary work as her health allowed and was a member of the Intercessory Prayer Ministry. Della also enjoyed dining at her favorite restaurants. She maintained loving relationships with family and friends, who reciprocated her love and affection. She leaves to cherish memories three step-children (bonus) Stefani Threet, PA, Nero Threet Jr., and Deborah Threet, Texas, God-daughter, Makayla Terry, Washington, four nieces, Yvonne Terry-Lewis, MD, Karen Alyce Riley-Irons (William), PA, Patricia Mack, PA, Wanda Presley, Florida, five nephews, Michael Singletary-PA, Robert Riley, PA, Raymond Moody, PA, Vincent Willis, Florida, Reginald Willis (Asanda),MD, many great nieces and nephews, one special great-nieces and nephews, one special great-niece Antoinette Terry, one sister-in-law Evelyn Riley, cousins, and a host of other relatives and friends. She also had a special friend of many years Alice Brown as well as a new dear friend, Carolyn Lewis.

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Della R. Threet

January 24, 1935 - November 1, 2025