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Roberto Balducelli Obituary
Balducelli, OSFS
Funeral Services for Fr. Roberto are as follows: a visitation is being held on Tuesday, August 13, from 1 to 7 pm at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 9th and DuPont Sts., Wilmington, DE with Vespers at 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 14, at 11 am at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. (There will not be a viewing prior to Mass). Interment is 2 pm at the Oblate Community Cemetery, Childs, MD.
Condolences may be sent to his sister, Maria, in care of: Rev. Nicholas Waseline, OSFS, St. Anthony of Padua Church, 901 N. DuPont St., Wilmington, DE 19805.
In lieu of flowers, it was Fr. Roberto's request that you consider a contribution to the Oblate Retirement Fund, P.O. Box 87, Childs, MD 21916-0087.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roberto Balducelli
Bette Isacoff
April 20, 2025
In 1970, my fiancé (a 19-year-old Jewish college sophomore) and I (a 23-year-old Catholic computer programmer), could not marry in Massachusetts. The legal age for males to wed was 21, and his parents would not consent
Delaware was the closest state where we could marry. We contacted Fr. Roberto, who agreed to meet with us and, five days later, officiated at our wedding.
We returned to renew our vows with him in 2005.
Our marriage lasted almost 54 years, but I lost him to dementia before we reached our anniversary.
We dearly loved Fr. Roberto, and appear in his biopic.
He is an important part of my memoir.
I know he is secure in the arms of his loving God
BEVERLY-IN-HEAVEN AND ARNIE SHER SAMSON
August 6, 2022
TRULY AN INSTRUMENT OF "GOD'S PEACE"-FR. LEFT HIS MARK ON DELAWARE/PENNSYLVANIA/MARYLAND-"ADOPT AN OBLATE"-THANK YOU FR. ROBERTO BALDUCELLI-"SALESIANUM BROTHERHOOD"...'59.
TENUI NEC DIMITTAM
August 6, 2019
FATHER ROBERTO YOU GOT THINGS DONE AND SHOWED US ALL HOW TO DO IT....'59
TENUI NEC DIMITTAM
August 6, 2019
TENUI NEC DIMITTAM-"I'VE TAKEN HOLD AND WON'T LET GO"-LATIN MOTTO OF SALESIANUM/SALLIES WILMINGTON DE.-SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY/FRIENDS...YOUR FAMILY DID A GOOD JOB RAISING YOU FATHER ROBERTO...8TH ADAMS-8TH WEST-18TH BROOM-ST. ANTHONY'S.
Carrie Creek
August 20, 2013
This dear man will never be forgotten. He was a dreamer, who made things happen. We will never see another like him. Rest in Peace, Father!
Arnie Sher Samson '59
August 17, 2013
TENUI NEC DIMITTAM..."I've taken hold and won't let go"--latin motto of Salesianum "Sallies" in Wilmington DE.
Padre knew how to get things done and how to get people to get things done...St. Francis de Sales OSFS is proud of you...say hello to my parents.
Nancy DiBiaso
August 14, 2013
He was a practical, Rennaisance,model religious,but humble person. He will be deeply missed as well as much as his numerous contributions to his church and community are appreciated. The Italian immigrants felt in the ealy days he was their trusted advocate. God will have a special place for him as the beautiful soul he is.
Jack Ciancio
August 14, 2013
It is funny how some people go through life giving and never taking and others just the opposite...Fr. Robert was one who gave and gave constantly and in doing so now has a mansion in Gods Kingdom
August 14, 2013
Father Robert, You were dearly loved and will be missed. RIP God Bless!
Bernadette Catalogna O'Brien
August 13, 2013
Mere words cannot describe Father Roberto. This kind, gentle man who was the people's priest. His daily actions were a shining example to all who knew him. He is a true Oblate of St. Francis de Sales. VJ - Live Jesus! May his soul rest in peace and may he enjoy eternal life with Jesus, Whom he served so well.
Doris Marsilii
August 13, 2013
God needed Father for such a time as his hundred years reflected. Our world needs such holy priests now more than ever, who lead by example , love without counting the cost , preach the truth even to ears unwilling to hear, and follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit wherever He takes them. Father opened the door of the rectory to me late one evening in 1957 and subsequently led me into the Church and eventually to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through my Catholic faith. He lived his oblate motto "Live Jesus" and he did "hold fast and not let go." I will always thank God for him and hope to reach the end of my life having "lived Jesus" to my little corner of the world..
Barbara Thursby-Carucci
August 13, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever. You will always live in our hearts forever.
Jennifer Del Negro Coffin
August 13, 2013
Fr. Roberto, I grew up with you. You served your parish, city and God with all your heart and soul. You infected all of us with your faith. You got us to do your wishes for the church in God's name so easily and you were always standing next to us while we did it! You will be missed terribly here and midnight Christmas mass will never be the same again. Those that knew you, know you are in Heaven with our Father enjoying your just rewards. All our love and prayers to your family. For years of Faith,
Leon Gratkowski
August 13, 2013
Rest in the peace of knowing that you fulfilled God-will with your life, Father Roberto. Your humble persistance has been an inspiration to all.
Robert (Buster) Crawford
August 13, 2013
Fr. Roberto Balducelli will be deeply missed, R.I.P.
August 13, 2013
Rest in peace, Father Robert. You put your heart and soul in to St. Anthony's, and you will be sadly missed. Your work here is over, it's time for your reward in Heaven.
Linda Lagges DiLoreto
August 13, 2013
Thank you for your devotion to the Church and to the parishioners of Saint Anthony's. You were not only our priest, mentor, friend, father and role model but also a true representation of what a Catholic priest should be - humble, pure, kind, loving, honest, and holy. You are a saint in our eyes. God Bless You.
August 13, 2013
Father Roberto ,
Such a gentle man, you will truly be missed. May you rest in the peace of Our Lord.
John J Samluk and Family
Deacon & Mrs. Sherman Mitchell
August 13, 2013
Rest in the Peace of the Lord, Fr. Roberto, you shall remain an inspiration to all who have known you.
Benedetto Musacchio
August 13, 2013
I grew up in the shadow of this great man. So talented and compassionate. Father Balducelli was St. Anthony's Church. Father will be missed. I just loved to see him, as a boy attending St. Anthony's School, he was my hero.
God Bless you Reverend Roberto Balducelli, God has called you home, to design a special place in heaven.
Rita Marie Mascelli-Olivere
August 13, 2013
I will miss you. May you rest in peace.
Roxane & Jack Dougherty
August 12, 2013
Father Roberto may you rest in God's warm embrace. You truly walked in the footsteps of Our Lord.You gave love and comfort to all in need.
Lisa (Fusco) Alecknavage
August 12, 2013
Our Deepest Sympathy To All Families. Fr. Roberto can rest! We will always remember the acts of kindness and how you made a difference in everyone's life who were so fortunate to know you. I Love You Fr. Roberto.
August 12, 2013
The late Fr. Roberto Balducelli's been called home to Heaven. He'll be deeply missed. May he R.I.P.
Michele Marchello
August 12, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Stanley J Godlewski
August 12, 2013
Thank You father for all your warm smiles through out the many years you were with us.We will miss you!The Godlewski family.
Charles Branson
August 12, 2013
Rest in peace Father Robert.you will be joining many souls that loved you here on earth. May a chorus of Angels and trumpets greet you at the gates of heaven
You were a living Saint.
lisa sugalski
August 12, 2013
Thoughts and Prayers to Frs family may he rest in peace
Regina Coeli Society
August 12, 2013
Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
August 12, 2013
Loved Father B. He will be missed by all.
Loretta & Gabor
Italo Americans United
August 12, 2013
A great man who will be missed by everyone. He was an honorary member of Italo-Americans United and we members offer our deepest sympathy and prayers to his sister and extended family.
August 12, 2013
Deepest sympathy to his sister and family in Italy. Fr. Roberto will never be forgotten. He was the pillar of St. Anthony of Padua Church.
Maria Buono-Gagnon Wilmington, De.
linda hardy
August 12, 2013
Rest In Peace Father Robert. You were an inspiration to all who knew you. God Bless you always.
Michael Rogerson
August 12, 2013
I am sorry to hear of the passing of the longest serving priest in Wilmington. May he R.I.P.
Sergio Pellegrino
August 12, 2013
Father Roberto mi mancherai...Ciao Giovanotto riposa in pace.
Kathy Fenimore class of "59"
August 12, 2013
Rest in peace Fr. Robert. Your legacy will live on forever.
Michael Klezaras
August 12, 2013
The shoes of THIS fisherman will be hard to fill. May his memory be eternal!
Maryann Sweeney Fischer
August 12, 2013
Father Balducelli was a great man and he made a difference.
Theresa Cara
August 12, 2013
REST IN PEACE FATHER ROBERTO BALDUCELLI.HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE WHO KNEW HIM
Theresa Cara
August 12, 2013
Rev.Roberto Balducelli Read in peace
Theresa Cara
August 12, 2013
My Deepest sympathy for the passing away of Fr Baldicello.He will be missed by everyone who entered his life Rest in Peace
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