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Ben DiPietro Obituary
1916 ~ 2012
Owner of the Edgewater Inn. Preceded in death by his wife, Josephine. Survived by son, Richard and his wife, Carolyn, grandaughter, Haley. Also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation, Wednesday, June 20, 2012, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial, Thursday, June 21, 2012, 10:30 a.m. Both at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 12735 W. 58th Ave., Arvada. Entombment, Mount Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Edgewater Fire Department, 2508 Gray St., Edgewater, CO 80214.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ben DiPietro
steve hallock
May 18, 2018
I remember the cooler of Cokes -- actually, a local brand of soft drinks, Duffy's -- after each loss of the Edgewater Cubs, for whom I pitched and gave up multitudes of runs. And that pizza. And the Stanger (yeah, the Mustang) and tooling the streets of Denver.
David & Donna Ebner
July 22, 2012
Dick,
I am sorry to learn of the loss of your Father. Ben always recognized me when I went in, and he always came over to say hello and see how I was doing. Always gave the table a round, too! I think he knew me from helping you during the early days of Sweetness when we were building the second office interior. His thoughtfulness always made me feel special, feel good, feel welcome. I can't recall ever meeting a nicer man. Like Father, like Son.
My thoughts and love are with you, Dick.
[FYI: I'm in Facebook.]
Julie Calvert
June 30, 2012
Dick - So sorry to hear of your father's passing. He was a wonderful man! I have many fond memories of "council meetings" at the Edgewater Inn. May God embrace you and your family during this difficult time.
Barry Nelson
June 26, 2012
Dear old friends Dickie and Carolyn -"Murphy Lopez" and his family shed more than a few tears when we learned that your dad passed away. Ben was the epitome of class, kindness and generosity. Just think of how many people whose life he impacted in such a profound, lasting way. Ben was a source of comfort and consistency - you knew what you were going to get when you walked into his home or the Edgewater Inn, which was a refuge from the world outside (and still is, just without Ben's special presence). Think of the generations who enjoyed the Inn as a "home away from home" due to the way they were made to feel like family when they entered its doors. Ben will always be remembered as such a genuine, special, unique person - a true "one of a kind". He is missed, but his memory will bring joy to our heart. With our condolences and love - Barry, Michelle, Brandt and Ashley Nelson
Sal Siraguse
June 25, 2012
Dick,
So sorry about your Dad. I was out of town and just heard. He was a great man! Sal
Barbara Jiuliano
June 22, 2012
Uncle Ben - Total Cool, Shrewd, Touch of Class. I was always anxious to see him and how handsome I know he was going to look, and, ALWAYS DID. He good make the simplest of gathering times family or otherwise an occasion. True memory, just the way he handled himself, the ways he said the things he said. That beautiful, timely smile and look in the Italian thinking, talking eyes. He was a special UNCLE, always providing you with a special stregth, inspiration and proper attitude about everything. He always made me feel I was worth the effort and never let him down. He enhanced my life in a way that ONLY he
could do. He always called me B, told me I looked pretty or nice and made me feel special that I waw his niece.
Dick, Carolyn, Haley, are family relationship is just that, understood. Nothing closer or more binding. He always remembered to ask about Anthony and his well being. We would react with positive reactions. May the good Lord always hold you all in his loving embrace. Uncle is LOVE TO THE inth degree. Do not come any finer. May you rest in peace.
Catch you later, Uncle Bennie. Thanks for the memories. Love You!!!!!!!
"B". I miss you, never will you be forgotten. (sorry I was unable to read scripture. the heart speaks when words cannot. Love, prayers, thoughts
"B". I would have chosen hem for my Dad.
Ron Hanson
June 21, 2012
Dick I am sorry to hear of you losing your Dad. I have great memories of him, The Inn, and our antics running around Edgewater! God's best to you!
Glenn Churchill, Jr.
June 21, 2012
To a good friend to the Churchill and Delorenzo families. We will always remeber your kind demeanor wiht my brother Kevin, and a lot of great memories at the Edgewater. Our prayers are with you and the family, especially Dick
June 21, 2012
Thank you for so many wonderful memories at the Edgewater in and n the softball field. I will never forget your kindness to my family.
Kim Moran-Eggleston
Martinez Chaves Family
June 21, 2012
Our condolances to the family, my husband of 40 yrs. ( God rest his soul )and I started our relationship at the Edgewater, such great memories for me, the stories Balvino would tell me about Ben were awesome, what a great man he was. thanks for sharing him with all of us.
June 20, 2012
Dick and Carolyn. My prayers for you and your family. Benny was such a great man and a true family friend, he will be greatly missed, but his legacy lives on at the Edge and in his son. I grew up at the Edge (even across the ally) had my first "legal" drink there and many more memories. May God hold you in the hallow of his hand through this time and always.
Love,
Debbie Moss
Bob Taylor
June 20, 2012
Many good memories of going to the Inn Many , many times starting in the 50"s! I would have a cheese pizza and eat it all myself. The bartender's name was Red. Benny made great pizza!!
Bonnie and Ron Allison
June 20, 2012
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand until your grief is healed
June 20, 2012
Dick and Family,so sorry for your loss,god bless everyone. Tom and Vicki Fish
June 19, 2012
Lots of great memories of Benny and the Edgewater Inn. Our deepest condolences to your family from ours. Molly Hogan and family
June 19, 2012
Dick, Carolyn and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you with the passing of Ben. On the several occasions of spending brief times with him -- My thoughts were always when I walked away -- I met one of the greatest and special persons in Denver!! He will dearly be missed!!
Love and Prayers,
Carl and the Capillupo family
James Naas
June 19, 2012
I just heard about Benny. I thought the world of him. He sponsored so many of my sports teams through the years. All I had to do was call and tell Ben we needed shirts, jerseys, etc. He would tell me to come on down to the Edge and a check would be waiting. Benny was pure class. I will miss him. My condolences to Dick and the rest of the family.
Carl Campanella
June 19, 2012
Dick and Carolyn and family you are in my prayers and most assuredly in His arms during this time. Remember Ben is in place where he feels no pain, only serenity and peace.
June 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our memories of Ben and the Edgewater Inn go way back, to the early 60's, for both the Graham and the Meier Families.We have so enjoyed our time with all of the DiPietro family and having been a personal part of your lives as well. He was a big part of Denver area and established a “Land Mark” which we are so thankful Dick has carried on. May Ben rest in peace.
With love, Craig, Barbie, Bianca and Monica Meier, also the Graham Family
June 19, 2012
Dick, Your dad was like a dad to me. I had the privilege of getting to know him and work with him for many years. He was incredible man and person. My thoughts and prayers with you and your family. If you need anything let me know.
Love,
Paul, Amber, & Ryan
Judy Aragon (Osborne)
June 19, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time!! My dad and mom knew Ben for years from going to Edgewater Inn and I remember him from when I was a little girl going there and he was ALWAYS such a sweet man! He will be missed!
June 19, 2012
Dick and family
My prayers are with you and family after your loss. Your father was always a giver to those he knew. Knowing your Dad the past 60 years was an honor.
Only Good Thoughts, Love, and Prayers
Jeff Hinds
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