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David DiMeglio Obituary
David DiMeglio was a child of his digital generation. He loved computers, and was this close to turning that love into a career. "He was just coming into himself," said his father, John.
After working as an apprentice electrician, Mr. DiMeglio, 22, recently finished computer school and was starting a business in computer services — helping people upgrade hard drives and the like (the stuff the young somehow seem best at).
He was so good at it that his father was convinced that "the business would have taken off."
If it had, it would have owed a lot to this young man's outgoing personality.
"He loved to help people," his father said. Mr. DiMeglio's friends were numerous, but he did not reserve his charms for his peers.
His 2-year-old nephew got so excited when he saw Uncle David that he could not stand still.
And Mr. DiMeglio was no one-note computer nerd. He wrote and sang rap songs and loved to draw.
He loved motorcycles, even dismantling one in the garage. And he was an avid wrestling fan.
On Sept. 11, Mr. DiMeglio, who lived with his father near Boston, headed west on American Airlines Flight 11 to help his mother move.
Profile published in THE NEW YORK TIMES on December 10, 2001.
Of Wakefield, formerly of Saugus, tragically, Sept. 11 at the World Trade Center N.Y.C., David. Devoted son of John DiMeglio of Wakefield & Patti (Snider) DiMeglio of California. Brother of Daniel & his wife Stacy of Stoneham. Grandson of Dorothy DiMegilo of Everett. Great-grandson of Rose Cieri of Boston & Valmore Cantin of Wakefield. Dear uncle of Daniel & June DiMeglio. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Sat., Sept. 15 at 11 AM in St. Florence's Church, Wakefield. Relatives & Friends invited. Memorial donations are appreciated to a trust fund for is niece June and nephew Daniel DiMeglio, c/o Marie DiMeglio, 3 June Circle, Wakefield MA 01880, (781) 245-4501. Arrangements by Carroll Funeral Home, MALDEN.
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Daniel J. DiMeglio
July 26, 2024
I was two years old when my uncle Dave passed. I have no memories of my uncle, yet through the tellings of my grandfather I feel I know him well. I wish I could have had the opportunity to meet this great man, who was truly still a boy at the time of his passing, and to grow with him as a guiding force in my life. There is a resentment within me over the needless loss and suffering. I mourn the life that could have been and recognize how vastly different life would be right now if things had gone a different way. I wish to meet the family that existed before this tragedy took place; Before a keystone of the family was ripped from our lives suddenly and without warning. My family will never feel whole again, and the case is especially so for my father and grandfather. We will never forget David DiMeglio and I plan to carry the DiMeglio legacy in such a way that would make him proud.
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September 8, 2021
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Uncle Rick & Aunt Molly Snider
September 8, 2021
Uncle Rick & Aunt Molly Snider
September 8, 2021
Uncle Rick & Aunt Molly Snider
September 8, 2021
Sending you Love and Giant Hugs to your home in Heaven David! Your family and friends will never forget you!
Cindy Roe
September 7, 2021
Remembering David on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
McKell Swain
September 17, 2020
Rest in peace, David. I just love his smile, I bet he lit up a room. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends who still mourn this loss. I am so sorry for what happened to him, we will never forget.
katherine r
September 11, 2020
Hi, I'm a student in a school in st louis missouri. We had the opportunity to come on here and choose a person and give kind words. I will be praying for your family and friends for you were gone way too soon. much love.
Grace
September 11, 2020
I'm Grace and I'm a student from Missouri. I'm so sorry for your loss and I know today must be hard. But I want all of David's friends and family to know that I and many others are praying for him.
November 28, 2019
Enjoy your thanksgiving...
Alex
Maureen Phillips
September 12, 2019
Thinking of your family on this day. Love, Maureen (Jannine Contrado's cousin) We spent a weekend with you guys camping up at Kings and Queens, many years ago. God Bless
Lisa Curtiss
September 11, 2019
I went to Vespers at the Monastery tonight and said a prayer for David, his father John, his mother Patti, and Marie and all his family and all who lost their lives on 9/11.
Know I am thinking of you all today and sending my loving prayers and loving hugs.
Ellen Ciarlone
September 11, 2019
The students and faculty of Saint Agnes School of Arlington remembered David and his family at morning prayers today . Ellen Ciarlone
william gregoire
September 11, 2019
thank you for your service in the 9/11
Jason Surette
September 11, 2019
Hey Buddy. Well its another year and I cant say you dont pop into my head now and then but especially today. Still have ur memorial photo on my FB wall. Cant bring my self to change it. Im sure ur smiling down on all of us and most likely poking fun at us as well. Wouldnt want it any other way ;) Keep us safe and keep smiling
Molly Snider
September 10, 2019
Love & Hugs David!!
Kiley C
August 29, 2019
Hi. My name is kiley I am a sophomore at Shanley High School in North Dakota. In my religion class we had the opportunity to learn about the 9/11 attacks and I was assigned David. I was very excited to learn more about him and I did learn a lot. It was very eye opening to see the legacy he has left for all of us to starve to.
August 10, 2019
Gone far too soon. My heart goes out to you and the many loved ones who are heartbroken by 9/11 and always think of you. RIP david.
- Alex lai
Tricia Cobb
November 23, 2018
Happy holidays in heaven cousin.
The Kindred Family
November 21, 2018
We send our continued thoughts of sympathy to your family. Words will never remove the pain. Everyday may God continue to give the help needed to cope with such a great loss. Dave will always be fondly remembered.
September 13, 2018
Saugus, MA
Sharon Fischer
September 11, 2017
I was given a bracelet with the name David Dimeglio on it shortly after 9/11. We were all so devastated by 9/11 that I wasn't able to research David til a couple of years later. Online I found that David had the same birthday as my twins. I still wear the bracelet and I think of him often. God bless the Dimeglio family.
September 11, 2017
Another year has past David, you are not forgotten.
Ari Smith
September 4, 2017
9/11/01 was a tragic day for everyone. So sorry for your loss. We are praying for David and all the other victims here at Shanley Highschool.
July 18, 2017
May you sleep in peace and harmony beautiful boy.
April
December 21, 2016
David, I never met you but I'm very sorry for your lost in this tragedy and I think how your family feel right now I read some of the comments and I realized the good person you were and honest etc. Rest in Peace
Joseph Damiano
September 11, 2016
Prayers
Michelle Mulley-Vecchione
September 11, 2016
15 years later and the pain doesn't get easier.
Missing you always
Hayley Hanson
September 7, 2016
9/11 was a Sad day Your family lost a Loyal caring kind hearted guy Your in my prayers and praying for your family Rest in peace
Very moving tribute to someone you still love.
Patrick Robinson
August 28, 2016
RIP David. I did not know you or your family but you will never be forgotten.
Jimmy Carter
November 11, 2015
Maureen Phillips
September 11, 2015
Thinking of you and your parents today, and your brother. The last time I saw you was up at Kings and Queens in Maine, when we went camping with Cousin Jannine and Cousin Mark Contrado. You and your brother were younger. Your Mom made a delicious gravy that day. God Bless You and your Family. We will never forget.
September 11, 2015
Honoring you for your courage and praying for your family. Never forget.
March 23, 2015
I never knew you, but reading what your father wrote, I know you were a faithful son and a friend to all that knew you. Our prayers are with your family as each year passes. Earth is without an Angel, heaven has gained so many on that day. When we all get to Heaven oh! what a day that is going to be, no more crying, no more pain, only singing and shouting we made it over.
May God touch the hearts that have lost this dear young man and hold them in his hands, as they live from day to day, and grow stronger in the Lord.
Del Newberry
January 30, 2015
We will never forget that day. I never knew you David, but I wanted to reach out and let your family, especially your dear Mother, know that we still think of you and the others on that fateful flight that day. To your family and friends, I pray that you will join me in honoring David by being the best we can to all those around us, because we are never promised another day here on earth. Love from Texas.
Mark Ince
August 10, 2014
I was just looking on Google maps at the memorial and I picked your name out of all of them so i googled you and found this page. It just feels right to leave a message. I didnt know you but its good that you are remembered in the memorial and online. I hope you didn't suffer. RIP my friend.
January 1, 2014
Rest In Peace
Aimee Wambolt
October 31, 2013
I'm so glad we have this article to remember you by. I never had the opportunity to meet you, David, but we are family nonetheless. I grew up visiting your mom, my aunt Patty and have the best memories. :) Even at the age of 13 I was heartbroken by this catastrophe. I speak of you often. Your memory will live on
Love,
(your cousin)
Joe Alba
September 11, 2013
12 years later and still we all miss our saugus brother , can only hope your in a better place than we are.
Donna Lannon
September 11, 2013
God Bless
Patricia Cobb
September 9, 2013
Thinking of you today as another year strolls by. You will always be in my thoughts dear cousin.
alex haggerty
June 16, 2013
I never knew you but I would have really loved to. We need more goodand fun peoplelike you on this earth and I hope one day I may have the privilege of meeting you in heaven. Until then my condolences go to your family. R.I.P
Jody
September 11, 2012
Thinking of my Aunt Patty (David's Mom) and wishing her peace and love especially during this time.
Kevin & Sherri Wambolt
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you all today and saying prayers constantly - Love and Hugs,
The Wambolts
Kevin, Sherri, Ryan, Halyn and Katie
S W
September 11, 2012
My prayers are with your family today. What a tragedy to have lost such a great kid. I didn't know him, but I can't imagine the loss you have experienced. May the Almighty God of peace and comfort strengthen you as you reflect on the life of this dear one.
John Barrett
September 11, 2012
Miss You Very Much Dear Friend
Chris Kiley
September 11, 2012
Fly high with the Angels and continue to look over all of us. Rest In Peace !!!
Lisa Curtiss
September 11, 2012
Gone but never forgotten.
Sal Sicari
September 10, 2012
Dave I will never understand why your life was taken from us. It's still all crazy to me. I love you buddy and will always remember oue fun times together.. SAL SICARI
Monica Faiella
September 10, 2012
I remember Mrs. DiMeglio and Dan and Dave from when we were all together at the Waybright School in Saugus and Mrs. DiMeglio was a lunch aide. I was so sorry to hear this terrible news and still feel so sorry for your loss. RIP.
September 10, 2012
eleven yrs gone dave....but never forgotten
Rebecca Muller
January 19, 2012
Even though I did not know David I can tell by his smile what a vibrant and nice person he must have been. May his family and friends carry that spirit with them. You are in my prayers.
Pam DeMonte
October 20, 2011
10 years have passed......I still and always will remember you Dave. Missing you.
Lisa Curtiss
September 13, 2011
To Marie and John and all of the family, you are in my thoughts and prayers and to David may you rest in peace.
Marty
September 11, 2011
Can never forget you David. I am proud to have known you, Marty.
September 11, 2011
Dave we are all thinking of you. Miss you alot, Love Arnie,Cindy and Bruschi. Jenny was also thinking of you. We will never forget you
September 11, 2011
Dave,
I can't believe its been 10 years. Everyday I think of you and know that you are watching over us all...
Ellen Ciarlone
September 11, 2011
David,
You will be remembered by the students and faculty at the school Mass at Saint Agnes School on Tuesday. Our prayers and thoughts are will you, John and Marie and all the family.
a friend
September 11, 2011
I miss u and always thought you are one of the nicest people I know. I know you want your mother to live again and her to know that you truley are with her everyday and your ok up stairs . Your not alone. And you are at complete peace mind and soul. And of course you love her dearly.
Phyllis
September 11, 2011
Although I didn't "know" you, I don't forget. Your neighbors surely remember. God bless.
Lisa Curtiss
September 8, 2011
Although I can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in my thoughts from afar.
cheyenne frizzell
September 8, 2011
be peace full and god bless you
Hailey Moore
September 8, 2011
You are going to be missed greatly. It's terrible what had to happen to you. R.I.P.
Mike Manley
September 7, 2011
Rest in peace, Dave. You were a good friend and you're missed by many.
Michelle Mulley
September 7, 2011
With the 10 year anniversary of 9/11 right around the corner I am lighting a candle in memory of you....you are missed so much! Please watch down on everyone and help ease our pain during this time...put a smile on our faces just like you use to...the memories of the time spent with you will never be forgotten.
Xoxo
Marsha R
September 6, 2011
I hope that time has helped to lessen the pain and that happy memories are what you remember most about David. God Bless your family. I have not forgotten.
Peggy Childers
September 5, 2011
To the family and friends of David DiMeglio:
David will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not allow those we lost on 9/11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
Tricia Cobb
August 26, 2011
Thinking of you like I often do wishing that I had the opertunity to have known my cousin better.
August 24, 2011
hey I'm doing a thing on 9/11 for some on and i choose this guy and i fell sorry for his lost..P.I.P DAVID DIMEGLIO u are in heaven now .....
makayla smith
August 24, 2011
hey I'm doing a thing on 9/11 for some on and i choose this guy and i fell sorry for his lost..P.I.P DAVID DIMEGLIO u are in heaven now .....
Maria R
July 20, 2011
Since 9/11 you have remained in my mind and in my prayers, 10 years later and I remember it like yesterday. Prayers for Davids family.God Bless.
Shanna Booth
June 8, 2011
The world will always miss your smiling face. You will always be remembered. Rest In Peace...
Michelle Mulley
May 2, 2011
Justice is being served!...love and miss you and your smiling face
Jody Kersh
September 12, 2010
I will never forget!
Andria (Newman) Paradis
September 11, 2010
So many fond memories of times in the old neighborhood in Saugus. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace.
Bea Murphy
September 11, 2010
Dave,
You will always be in the hearts and thoughts of your family and friends. Our prayers are with your family always.
Siobhan Daly
September 11, 2010
Dave you are always in my thoughts... 9 years later my heart still aches... I know you are watching down over us all
Uncle Rick & Aunt Molly Snider
September 10, 2010
Gone from our sight,
but never our memories.
Gone from our touch,
but never our hearts.
Author Unknown
Sending love and hugs to you in Heaven,
Lisa Curtiss
September 12, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Noah Inciong
September 11, 2009
May GOD rest your family.
Maryellen Dillon
September 11, 2009
Gone but not forgotten! My prayers are with your family.. They truly have a beautiful angel watching over them...Rest in peace..
Dianne DiMeglio
September 11, 2009
May God help to heal the hurt. May God bring peace to those left behind and may He bring us closer!
Al Abbazia
September 11, 2009
My heart goes out to your family and friends, David. You are at peace now. We will never forget all of you.
Molly & Rick Snider
September 11, 2009
You are in our thoughts today, but that is nothing new, we think about you most days. We will never forget and the memories we have of you will be passed on to others, so they will never forget.
Love and big hugs to you in heaven.
Elayna Zachko
July 2, 2009
I will never forget the day Dave told me that he remembered what I wore when we first met- a blue dress and my hair in pigtails. We were in 2nd grade and always together after that. He is always in my thoughts
Doug Abraham
June 1, 2009
Music, when soft voices die
Music, when soft voices die,
Vibrates in the memory—
Odours, when sweet violets sicken,
Live within the sense they quicken.
Rose leaves, when the rose is dead,
Are heaped for the beloved's bed;
And so thy thoughts, when thou art gone,
Love itself shall slumber on.
By Percy Bysshe Shelley
The Poetry Foundation
Patti Fiscella
September 11, 2008
Thinking of my friend Patti DiMeglio and her son David today. Patti, if you read this, PLEASE contact Patti at MCC in Arizona! I'd love to talk to you!
Sharon Fischer
September 11, 2008
I've had a memorial bracelet with David's name on it since shortly after 9/11. It was months before I searched him on the internet and I discovered he had the same birthday as my twins. I did not know this young man, but I think of him and pray for his family often. We never forget.
mary marsh
September 11, 2008
I saw his name on CNN this am and wanted to say we will never forget. My prayers are with your family on this 7 year anniversary.
Rikki and Jacen Vaughan (Snider)
July 20, 2008
You are never forgotten and always in our hearts! We will always love you!
Stephen EVANS
October 5, 2007
Thoughts and prayers are with you!
Uncle Rick & Aunt Molly Snider
September 11, 2007
We have not forgotten you David!
Love & Big Hugs to you in Heaven...
Jody Henley
September 11, 2007
You are still not forgotten. God bless us all.
P Tabbernor
June 4, 2007
In memory....
mark foy
May 30, 2007
i am so sorry for your loss.
i pray for everyone that died that terrable day god bless them all.
and god bless u and all the other familys always
mark
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