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Adelmo Duchini Obituary


Adelmo F. Duchini, age 96, of Erie, died Friday, April 11, 2014, at St. Mary's Home at Asbury Ridge. He was born in Pulica, Italy, June 21, 1917, the son of the late Avellino and Maria Luisa Marchi Duchini.

Adelmo came to the United States in March of 1947, with his wife, Eleda Bridda Duchini and daughter Maria. He was past president of A. Duchini Inc. and Chairman of the Board. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church, the Home Builders Association, the Construction Council and the Construction Specifier Institute. He also was the past Chairman of the Board of the Dr. Gertrude Barber Institute, past President and Charter member of the Wolf Club and served on the Board of Directors at Harborcreek Youth Services. Adelmo was also a member of the Erie Club, Maennerchor Club and the Nova Aurora Club. He was past member of the former Aviation, University, Liberty and Probus Clubs.

Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Eleda Bridda Duchini; two sons, James A. Duchini, wife Martha, and Frank A. Duchini, wife Barbara, all of Erie; one daughter, Maria George, husband James, of Montea Virginia; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Friends may call at Brugger Funeral Homes & Crematory, Pine Avenue Branch, 845 East 38th St., Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., and may attend services on Monday at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at Holy Rosary Church at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dr. Gertrude A. Barber Foundation, Inc., 100 Barber Place, Erie, PA 16507, or St. Mary's Home Asbury Ridge, 4855 West Ridge Road, Erie, PA 16506.

Condolences and photos may be sent at www.bruggerfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Erie Times-News from Apr. 12 to Apr. 13, 2014.
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Jim, Gio and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Mr. Duchini fondly. I remember him in the bleachers at JMC for hockey games. I remember him calmly walking through the block plant and always asked how I was doing. I remember eating Sunday dinner at his house a couple of times with the family. He will be sorely missed and always remembered. Deepest Sympathies, The Beightol Family

Michael Beightol

April 22, 2014

Duchini Family,

My deepest sympathy on the passing of Adelmo. He was a super fine gentleman. To be with him, it always reminded me of Italy. He was a grat guy. I will keep him in my prayers.

Patrick Cappabianca

April 19, 2014

Mama and Daddy D, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories you have be with you in this time of sorrow.

Julie Briggs

April 18, 2014

Dear Frank, Barb and Family,
My deepest condolences to all of you during this sorrowful time. I recently learned how your parents worked with the Barber Center & helped to start the program for the Deaf. Reading your father's accomplishments is inspiring. May your memories help you during this difficult time.

Kathleen Broadbent

April 14, 2014

Eleda & family, our deepest sympathy,TO ALL YOUR FAMILY.
JOHN & NORMA TINTI,& JOE RICCI

April 14, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the entire Duchini family. My father, Frank Ester, worked for Duchini's for over 40 years and we lived across the street from Adelmo on Brandes. Your family will be kept in my prayers. He was a wonderful man.

Michelle (Ester) Smith

April 14, 2014

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Jamie & Dan Mahaffey

April 14, 2014

Jim & Family
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your father.
Our prayers are with all of you.

Denny Robbins Jeff DiFucci

April 14, 2014

Jimmy and family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your Dad. I am in Florida, and unable to pay my respects in person. You and your Dad have always so generously given comfort to others. What a wonderful legacy he leaves.
Randy Brown

Randy Brown

April 14, 2014

My deepest condnlances on the passing of Adelmo. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Duchini family.

John Schley

April 14, 2014

JIM and family ,I,m sorry about the lost of your father he was a good man.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family VINNY MUSICA

VINNY MUSICA

April 13, 2014

With our deepest sympathy.

Dave and Charleen Hetrick

April 13, 2014

Our deepest condolences to Eleda and all the Duchini Family. We will always remember Adelmo as a good friend. Some of our fondest memories with Adelmo and Eleda are the many meals we enjoyed together which always ended with a good cup of espresso that Adelmo made.

Tony and Lu Ricci

April 13, 2014

My deepest condolences, Mr. Duchini was a great guy
David Ricci

April 13, 2014

He was good to my dad when we came from Italy. He gave my dad a job and valued loyalty and hard work. I am honored to have known such a man of integrity. Family, may you find comfort in the precious memories.

Carmela Anthony

April 13, 2014

Frank and family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you for your loss. It sound like your dad was a wonderful man. May the memories help ease your pain.

Annette & Bo Ruef

April 13, 2014

Our prayers are with you (Frank Duchini)and his family now. May the Lord protect and keep you strong in this time of sorrow.

Lawrence & Susan MacDonald

April 13, 2014

Jim and Martha, so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Bobbi Gottschling

April 13, 2014

Maria, Jim , & Frank, our deepest sympathies on the loss of your father. Adelmo was a true gentleman and I feel fortunate to have known him.
Chuck & Rose Schlaufman

April 13, 2014

Dear Duchini Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Elena Arnold

April 13, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kevin/Sharon LeRoy

April 12, 2014

Frank,
I have many great memories of spending time w/your parents and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Gordon Marsillo

April 12, 2014

Gio & family,
My sincere sympathy on the passing of Mr. Duchini. He will remain in your hearts forever!
Peggy Carson

April 12, 2014

Jojo and family. We are so sorry your father has passed. We were so fortunate to have enjoyed his company and the wonderful love story between your mother and him during the war. I'm sure he is enjoying Biscottis in heaven, he so loved them.

Bob & Pat Holden

April 12, 2014

So sorry to hear about your dad, Frank. You are in our prayers.

Ann and Tony Haibach

April 12, 2014

Barb and family, I am sorry to hear about your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Debbie Bowles

April 12, 2014

My heart goes out to the entire Duchini family during this time of loss. May Adelmo rest peacefully in heaven. Thoughts and Prayers

Scott & Judi Mead

April 12, 2014

Mrs. Duchini, JoJo, Jim, Frank: I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a great man who not only loved his family deeply, but was so gracious to others, including my family. My Mom passed away on March 3, and her loss still stings. He was very good to her and helped her when we were kids, when she needed it most. I still remember eating dinner at your house as a kid, and him teaching me how to properly eat spaghetti. He was good to all of us kids. We all admired and respected him greatly. Please accept our condolences. Debbi, Pat, Mike, and David.

Pat Baird

April 12, 2014

My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Duchini Family. Adelmo did a lot of great things for many people including myself. Great men should live forever. I am very sorry for your loss.
Phillip Hull

April 12, 2014

Jim and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father and family were pillars in the Holy Rosary community. You are in my prayers. Sr. Peg Pilewski OSB

April 12, 2014

Jim, Martha, Frank, Gio, Justin and families,

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to you all. I will always fondly remember you father/grandfather at the Erie Youth Hockey games and how very proud he was of his grandchildren.

Janice Bojarski

April 12, 2014

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