Katherine Erlinger Obituary
We announce the death of Katherine Erlinger of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, who passed away on June 14, 2026, at the age of 82. Katherine will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Katherine Erlinger to pay them a last tribute.
Katherine will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Katherine will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Katherine’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Katherine Maley Walling and Joseph C. Walling. She is survived by: her husband Ralph; her brother Stephen Walling; her children, Christopher Joseph Erlinger, Kelly Ann Oaks (Thom) and Karen Ann Wright (Stephen); and her grandson Adam Erlinger.
