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Dom DeLuise Obituary

Dom DeLuise, the portly actor-comedian whose affable nature made him a popular character actor for decades with movie and TV audiences as well as directors and fellow actors, has died. He was 75. DeLuise died Monday night, son Michael DeLuise said Tuesday. The comedian died in his sleep after a long illness. He was close friends with Burt Reynolds, and spent a lot of time in Palm Beach County and South Florida acting and directing.

Published by The Palm Beach Post from May 5 to Jul. 17, 2009.

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Eternal keep on cooking, making people laugh with your stories with the people you reunited over glass of wine.
RIP

Jennifer Baribault

May 12, 2022

Dom you made me laugh much. I thank you for that. There is so much not to laugh at in this world. But you by your very nature made it fun to laugh at the absurdities in life. You were a good man. Miss that there will be no new movies with you in them. Sincerly,Don Freebird Gregg

Donald Gregg

Friend

November 18, 2019

Its impossible to think of wonderful Dom DeLuise without smiling. Thank you for one of our favorite movies, "Fatso." RIP.

Nadya Wall-Rossi

November 20, 2018

My sympathy goes out to the family

Deanna Scott

July 22, 2018

Michel Huard......You were truly the greatest comedian!

Michel Huard

June 12, 2018

Truly one of the greatest talents to come out of Hollywood. Thanks for all the laughs!

Brad White

June 7, 2018

Goodnight and Godspeed Dom, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

Harry Simpson

May 6, 2018

Such a talent...you won't be forgotten!

Justin Demoude

December 8, 2017

You are missed beyond words.myou continue to bring joy to even a new generation.

-WILLIAM GRIFFITH
MACHASEH CHIEF OF STAFF

WILLIAM GRIFFITH

August 1, 2017

You are missed beyond words.

-William Griffith (Los Angeles, CA)
Machaseh Chief of Staff

WILLIAM GRIFFITH

August 1, 2017

My dear friend..... your kindness will never be forgotten. I started out as a fan, but you made sure we became friends. All I hoped for was an autograph, then you said "Let's have lunch". After that you said "Hey, let's go see my Mom in Brooklyn". And as if that wasn't enough, you invited my wife and I to see you perform in Atlantic City (all expenses paid).
We can never thank you enough, will never have a friend like you again, and will miss you forever.
A true class act!
We miss you buddy!!!
Your friend always,
Marty

Marty Boyle

May 26, 2017

Such a funny man. Rest in peace.

Julie DeBolt

May 14, 2017

Such a great man. He was the total package. He'll be missed forever.

Mark Hartford

February 14, 2017

Wayne Gillespie

November 10, 2016

I still love to watch him and cook with him. Still telling his story.

September 11, 2016

I grew up a fan my whole life. He was a wonderful comedienne, actor, chef, and a unique and wonderful man and also a gentlemen and you couldn't watch him without laughing. He was a one of a kind Celebrity that couldn't be matched. My parents loved him and the whole famiy
I'll never forget him and still miss seeing him.RIP as well as my parents in 2001 and 2002. I'm now 65 years old. From a fan.

Joanne Jijon

September 9, 2016

DOM brought such ENERGY, JOY and LAUGHTER. He will never be forgotten....so much LOVE he gave to fans.....THANK U.....THANK U.......THANK U

Valenda Newell

July 21, 2016

You were one of the greats! RIP

Helen Mays

July 16, 2016

Dom you are a awesome actor I still love your movies I only wish is you become an angel for all the children in the world.god bless you with all the love you showed everyone around you You are a beloved funny man

Matthew Warta

May 10, 2016

God bless you

David Passafiume

May 8, 2016

james favia

James Favia

April 12, 2016

Brilliant actor. Never forgotten, Rest in Peace sir.

Allison Dupont

March 8, 2016

Dom in my opinion you were one of the best and funniest actors. You touched so many hearts and made everyone laugh. You and all of your family will always be remembered. As we still get to enjoyed your boys, Men, carry on you and your wife Carol's talents. RIP

Kim Orona

February 18, 2016

Dearest Dom...u are still the happiest funny fellow in my heart whom shall live forever thru film media! Thank you for every moment you have lightend my heart and spirit through your lovely smile and jovial personality both on screen and in my life...luv u funny guy!

Smokey Joannides

January 22, 2016

Just finished watching "Fatso". One of the best films we have seen in a long time. Even through Mr. Deluise has passed his wonderful movies will be enjoyed forever. Our best to the Deluise Family Carol + Kimberly Bauman

Carol + Kim Bauman

November 8, 2015

dom you were sooooooo funny .... a prince of a man you are misssed!!

September 2, 2015

Cannonball run!...you will live on in one of the greatest car movies of all time...thanks for the laughs!

justin killman

August 19, 2015

Nicole Dotson

July 16, 2015

I love the movie you used your voice for, The Secret of Nime. Every time I watch this movie I always laugh. My children grew up on this movie as well and even my grandchildren laugh at it too. Thank you for the years of laughter. U will be missed.

Nicole Dotson

July 16, 2015

You were one in a million you wore many,hats and you were awesome in all you are sadly missed and always will,be.But lucky for,us we have 6you're laughter on film so,you'll NEVER be forgotten and many generations to come will be able to enjoy the laughter. Thano you for that thank you for all,the laughter and the laughter is what I miss most you were a light in a dark forest and the world is a little darker now without you and there's looking t less smiles and laughter without you in the world I hope when I get to the other side I can shake you're hand R.I.P.

judy baacke

June 29, 2015

Im watching smokey n the bandit right now, you are so funny, brings back old days, rip may you bring laughter in heaven

Dawn erickson

June 23, 2015

Dom's been gone now for a few years and he will be missed..
For me, he came across as a wonderful human being, star status and all!..I'm Italian and when he would utter some Italian words, that certainly warmed my Sicilian heart.
"Rest in peace dear sweet man!"....

Salvatore Pedi

April 6, 2015

Enjoyed your movies they make such wonderful memories, you don't see that much fun and joy in new movies. You will be loved and missed by all who ever watched you preform. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless

stacey atwood

February 4, 2015

Dom Deluise was truly an amazing person with so much talent the loss is clearly ours. Prayers fill our hearts and burst forth from our mouths to God asking him to let us remember clearly the love we have for this wonderful person gone from our lives never forgetting the joy we shared experiencing a great and authentic talent. Hebrews 6:10.

January 8, 2015

I miss your joyful nature and ability to laugh about anything, you accomplishments should always be honored and of great joy to your family. God is laughing with you right now.

Maurene Stinson

November 1, 2014

I sure miss your movies. You and burt reynolds made a good team together. RIP.

Amanda Gilliland

May 19, 2014

Peace & <3 to you & your family! Love the talent of your family, I hope it keeps getting passed down! From Buffalo, m. .f.

September 11, 2013

Rest In Peace, Mr. DeLuise. Your Comedy Will Be Forever Remembered! See You On The Other Side Some Beautiful Day.

Richard Owen

March 3, 2013

To Dom Deluise,
I thought you were a very talented actor. You did a great job as Captain Chaos in the movie Cannonball run Parts 1 and 2. You also did a great job in the movie Fatso. My prayers go out to your family. Lisa Weiner

November 23, 2012

To The Deluise Family, with our deepest

condolences.

John 11: 1-44

Mary Kanada

June 30, 2012

KATHY AND BUDDY BARNETT

May 18, 2012

What a great man who gave the gift of love and laughter!
He will be greatly missed.

Patty V

April 10, 2012

ITS ALWAYS HARD WHEN A LOVED ONE FALL ASLEEP IN DEATH. I HOPE THIS SCRIPTURE WILL ENCOURAGE HIS FAMILY, FRIENDS AND HIS FANS "PS 147:3" PLEASE READ WHEN YOU HAVE A FREE MOMENT

July 3, 2011

i enjoy your sauce every christmas eve ... thank you for your gifts of humanity ... love and laughter ....

January 12, 2011

I am surely going to miss his lovely smiling face I've watched him all
my life.

Patsy Wachowski

January 11, 2011

It has been a while since you left us, but your laughter still remains. Thank you for everything.

John Hughes

January 10, 2011

To the Deluise Family,
My condolences on the loss of your loved one. Dom had a talent a gift to make those around him laugh and feel good in his presence, whether on TV or in person. His generosity of spirit reminds me of Jesus and how he too wanted to give life to others, to provide kindness, “ and a great multitude of people…came to HEAR him and be healed of their sicknesses…seeking to touch him, because power was going out of him and healing them all. ~Luke 6:17-19 Please continue to pray for each other because it has much power, and provides comfort. Dom will be missed.

m. henry

November 13, 2010

To the family of Dom, you havemy deepest sympathy. Dom was one of the funnies men I have ever know and I enjoyed him and will continue to miss him.
"like a man whom his own mother keeps comforting, so I myself shall keep comforting you people" Isaiah 66:13

Marilyn

August 3, 2010

A VERY FUNNY MAN WHO PROVIDED THE WORLD WITH LAUGHTER
DURING SOME ROUGH TIMES..

JOHN O. GOFF NOVATO CALIF.

July 13, 2010

Mr. Dom DeLuise is my Guardian Angel sent from the Heaven's by God.It's a Miracle!
My address is 4437Kansas St.#3 San Diego, California 92116
ph.#(619)584-0242

Wayne Gillespie

July 9, 2010

don i met you at duke on the rice and struucture diets yrs ago you were as nice off the screen ass you were on good luck and say hi to dean and frank

howard podolsky

June 16, 2010

My prayers are with all of you. Dom was one of my favorite actors. He was totally awesome. I enjoyed his sense of humor. From all of his bloopers He seemed liked he was really having a great time and enjoyed acting. I truly believe what you saw on the screen is who he really was. He was a man that enjoyed making people laugh and he also enjoyed laughing. He was a very talented man.
Thank you for sharing your Dad with the millions of people in the world who enjoyed watching him on the big screen.
He will be missed by millions.

cindi szany

April 19, 2010

For Dom...the portly actor-comedian whose affable nature made him a popular character actor for decades with movie and TV audiences as well as directors and fellow actors.

WEEP NOT FOR ME


Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.

Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.

I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.

Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.

Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.

Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.


© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California

April 3, 2010

As my kindergarten students listen to Dom read "Strega Nona" and Dom begins his narration by saying, "Hello, boys and girls. I'm Dom DeLuise" I fight back tears. What a talent. What a man. What a loss for us all.
Cheryl Hinrichs - Chicago

Cheryl Hinrichs

March 8, 2010

For Dom...

A prince of a man.

WEEP NOT FOR ME


Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.

Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.

I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.

Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.

Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.

Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.


© Joe Fazio
~
[email protected] /Joe Fazio,
Beverly Hills, California

March 7, 2010

My heart goes out to the family he will be sadly missed by us all.

Laura Jones

December 23, 2009

I've never posted before but did leave a message of condolences with Lloyd B.
My sister was Janice Knowlton and she thought the world of Dom and of his entire family. I have been a fan for many years. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Beverly Fournier

December 21, 2009

Thanks For All The Laughs Dom.

Gary Nixon

December 3, 2009

He will be missed, he gave me a lots of laughter

Semitra Brown

November 3, 2009

Dom DeLuise was blessed with being able to heal the spirit with laughter (which is the best medicine known to man), and for that I thank you for keeping my spirit healthy over the years. You will truly be missed, and I thank God for sharing you with us.

Huey D. Wyche Sr.

November 1, 2009

the whole world is going to be sad , you had us all in smiles, we will miss you, ,sonny hare, palm beach,florida

October 31, 2009

Bye Dom, you were always a delight, so many thank yous for all the good times and, speaking for everyone, I'll call you Dom even though we never met personally because we all enjoyed you so often that we felt we knew you, so till we meet again.
Tony Bianchi, Omaha, NE

Tony Bianchi

October 29, 2009

I will always remember Mr.Deluise. I was an extra in the movie Smokey and the Bandit 2 when they filmed at Tigers Paw Lounge.They had a tent set up at the lunch break I couldn't get a meat ball off the fork and Mr. Deluise took the meat ball off my fork with his fingers and said this is how you do it honey! He licked his fingers and smiled. He will be missed. My Prayers are with the family.

Pamela Brown

October 28, 2009

Mr Deluise was a great addition to our entertainment life. My prayers go out to all his close friends and family.

The Jennings Family

Beth Jennings

October 26, 2009

TO THE family of don deluise, I am keep your family in pray. I have alway
enjoy watch him for a long time.

kim grant

October 20, 2009

I REMEMBER DOM COMING INTO AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT I WORKED IN ON INTERNATIONAL DRIVE IN ORLANDO WITH BOTH HIS SONS. IT WAS A FUN NIGHT
HE DID ENJOY THE SPAGHETTI WHIT CLAM SAUCE AND FRIED CALAMARI AND OF COURSE A GLASS OF WINE... THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES DOM.... R.I.P

JOANNE

October 18, 2009

Mr. Deluise, was a great actor and producer. I am sorry to hear of his passing. He will be truly missed by millions.

Heather, Palm Beach Gardens, FL

October 7, 2009

Mr. Deluise, was a great actor and director. I am very sad to hear of his passing.

October 7, 2009

For Dom...

WEEP NOT FOR ME


Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.

Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.

I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.

Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.

Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.

Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.


© Joe Fazio

October 5, 2009

DOM, YOU WILL BE MISSED SWEETIE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE, GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY. RON & RUTH HALL PALM BEACH COUNTY.

RUTH HALL

October 3, 2009

Dant! DANT! DAH! Rest in peace Captain Chaos

Jim Simnett

September 30, 2009

DOM, SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE "GONE", I SURE HOPE YOU ARE MAKING THEM LAUGH IN HEAVEN..I ENJOYED ALL YOUR FILMS, AND EVEN WHEN I HAD HUGE PROBLEMS, YOU ALWAYS MADE ME LAUGH.I WILL MISS YOU, BUT ITS WONDERFUL THAT YOUR FANS CAN GET TO "SEE" YOU FROM YOUR OLD MOVIES..REST IN PEACE..

JUDITH POSTOL

September 29, 2009

Dom you are a very special person. You presents will be missed by every fan that loves you. Am sure that you will make smiles on the Havens Above. My condolences to your family.
Loving Fan

Christina Ozzi

September 29, 2009

SO sad to hear of your passing. May you rest in peace. My sincere condolences to his family. God Bless You. Mark Tessmer

September 28, 2009

From an adoring fan. May he rest in peace and have a wonderful time up there with all the other friends and stars who went before him. My condolences to the family. Remember the good times.
Cathy Apicella

September 25, 2009

From a long time fan of Dom sincere condolences to his family and many friends. May he rest in peace.

Paul Lane

September 25, 2009

To the funniest kindest man in the comedy business--Thanks for giving me your autograph & for all the great things you did to make people laugh
Morna McGann

September 5, 2009

I have watch you for forty yeasrs you will be miss

Jose Batista

September 3, 2009

You will be missed big guy!!! Larry Duran and family.

Larry Duran

August 28, 2009

hey is me kevinvalera wemiss youdom deluise funny

kevin valera

August 25, 2009

hello iamguest but ithink hewas awoderfulcomedian

kevin valera

August 25, 2009

Oh Dom! My heart is broken and the whole world misses you....laughter is the best thing going and you were the best at what you did. I loved everything you were ever a part of and no one can come close to your brand of entertainment! ...just can't be replaced....miss you forever...

L.A.

August 20, 2009

WE MISS YOUN BIG GUY!

SPENCER WEATHERSBEE

August 20, 2009

I'll miss the laughter you brought now that your gone Dom. My deepest sympathies to your family.

Pete. Swindon, England.

Pete

August 19, 2009

just want to say...that Dom ...was the best .. all the times i got to see him on TV ...he made me cry with laughter... now, i am crying with sadness.
he was like a favorite teddy bear you would always keep...
take care in your better place.....keep them happy , like you did us..
god bless you always... Eileen Brennan (west palm beach, fl)

eileen brennan

August 16, 2009

I'M sure many people up there are having a great laugh with Mr Deluise. He was a great person.

paul flynn

August 15, 2009

August 12, 2009

You Always Made Me Laugh , God Bless.

Howard Anderson Jr.

August 12, 2009

rest in peace

regina autrey

August 10, 2009

You brought much joy and laughter to the world. My family and I especially adored you. You will be in our hearts forever. Thank you!

Love, AnnaMarie

AnnaMaria Grambone

August 4, 2009

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August 4, 2009

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raphel dorce

August 4, 2009

You were wonderful and brought joy to our lives. Thank you, Howard J. Turner (Coker, Al.)

Howard Turner

August 3, 2009

Dom - you brought joy to my life with your movies you made with your good friend Burt Reynolds - I loved all of them - thanks for being a lovely man and for sharing your joy with all of us. Rudy Smith (Cheverly, MD)

August 1, 2009

Dom DeLuise was certainly one of a kind.

Carmen Keen

July 23, 2009

u will b dearly missed ,

Tishelia Butler

July 21, 2009

Dom thank you for your years of service making house holds of all races laugh and for get about our problems for that moment.you were my favorite in cannion ball runn my love to you and your famley.love you mel cook. thanks DOM DELUISE

MELVIN COOK

July 16, 2009

Love and Prayers to the Family, Dom was a very loved person..He will be sadly missed

Joyce Price

July 15, 2009

he was well liked for his humor and good heart my god keep me safe

ayub abdul-haqq

July 8, 2009

Thanks for the Laughs and the Love.

Tami & Ray Daley

July 7, 2009

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