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Darrel Fantini Obituary

Darrel George Fantini, 56, of Gouldsboro, passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 19, at home. Wed in 1990, he married the love of his life, Denise (Hinkle) Fantini. They just recently celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary.

Born in Wilmington, Del., he was the son of George and Veda (Trippe) Fantini of Newark, Del. He attended the University of Delaware and Wilmington University, where he played baseball. He was a Realtor in Delaware, working with his family in their real estate offices and owned the TCBY in Dickson City.

Darrel loved being outside, especially snowmobiling with his son, Dylan, at the local state forests, Tug Hill, and especially on the lake. He loved sharing hot fudge sundaes with his daughter, Cierra. He also enjoyed going to Rehoboth Beach, making great memories with his family. As a sports fan, he along with his family had season tickets to Penn State football and coached Dylan's and Cierra's baseball, softball and basketball teams. Darrel was a handy man, often working around his house landscaping or helping his neighbors with their projects. He was an avid follower of the weather and loved driving and working on his Corvettes.

In addition to his wife and parents, Darrel is survived by his son, Dylan Fantini; and his daughter, Cierra Fantini, both at home; his sister, Darla Lemper and her husband, Terry, of Townsend, Del.; his nieces, Valerie King, Alexi Bisogno and Niki Lemper; and his great-nephew, Max King.

The funeral will be held Wednesday, July 24, at 9:30 a.m. from Brian Arthur Strauch Funeral Homes & Cremation Services LLC, 3 First St., Spring Brook Twp., with a funeral Mass at 10:30 in St. Nicholas of Myra Byzantine Catholic Church, 2121 Commerce St., Pocono Summit. Interment will follow in St. Catherine's Cemetery, Covington Twp.

Viewing will be held Tuesday, July 23, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. To share your fondest memories of Darrel, please visit the funeral home's website.

Published by Scranton Times on Jul. 21, 2019.
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Very Sorry to hear of Darryl's passing. It has been a while since I have seen him. We were teammates at Wilmington University. My thoughts and prayers to the the family.

Mary Durham

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July 24, 2019

Denise and children, we are so saddened by this news. Darrel was one of the nicest people at Lakeview. Always willing to lend a hand or a simple waive hello. Our men and boys had hours of fun playing paintball back in the day. Our prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Carolyn Struckus (formerly Sheldon)

July 23, 2019

Dear George & Family

I am so sorry to read about your son. My condolences to you.

Charles Levithan

July 23, 2019

Annabelle Mumma

July 23, 2019

Our deepest sympathies to the Fantini family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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