The person at the center of this case
Angela Joann Delawder
Missing Person · Open
45 years waiting · since 1981
Missing Person: Angela Joann Delawder
Justice for Angela Joann Delawder — the trail went cold in 1981, but the truth hasn't.
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Key leads to think about
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person
Lead #1What was the relationship between Angela and her mother Gertrude Menacher, and why were they together on March 7, 1981?
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witness
Lead #2Were there any witnesses to Angela and Gertrude's activities or departure from Hallandale on or around March 7, 1981?
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clue
Lead #3Why did both mother and daughter disappear simultaneously, and could this indicate a planned relocation or foul play?
Angela Joann Delawder, a 20-year-old woman, disappeared on March 7, 1981, in Hallandale, Florida, while in the company of her mother, Gertrude Menacher. Both women vanished without a trace, and no contact has been established with either of them in over four decades. The case remains unsolved, and investigators seek information about the circumstances surrounding their disappearance and any potential sightings.
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location
Lead #4Did Angela have any known associates, employment, or regular locations in Hallandale that could provide investigative leads?
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Official wording
Source Narrative
NamUs case MP21069. Missing person: Angela Joann Delawder.
Last known contact: 1981-03-07 in Hallandale, Miami-Dade, FL. Circumstances: Delawder was last known to be with her mother, Gertrude Menacher (MP21071).
There has been no contact with Delawder or Menacher since March 7, 1981. May have possibly been living in Halladale, FL.
Demographics: 20 years, Female, White / Caucasian. Physical description: 5 ft 7 in, 120 lbs, hair: Blond/Strawberry, eyes: Blue.
Investigating agency: Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office | 13-090044.
Timeline of Events
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1981-03-07
Last Known Contact
Angela Joann Delawder was last known to be with her mother, Gertrude Menacher, in Hallandale, Florida. No contact has been made with either since this date.
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Case Information
Incident:March 7, 1981
Last Updated:August 21, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:March 7, 1981
Last Updated:August 21, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 5616883000
You can remain anonymous