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John DiBrigida "JB"

John A. DiBrigida/(Bright), age 64, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 in St. Francis Hospital.

John was born in Wilmington, DE on August 16, 1948, son of the late Anthony and Periena Marie (Cuttillo) DiBrigida/(Bright). He was known for enjoying life and living it to the fullest. He graduated from Wilmington High School in the 1960's, where he excelled at baseball. John was a huge sports enthusiast and passionately supported the New York Yankees and Philadlephia Eagles, two of his favorite teams. He was also an avid tennis player who enjoyed playing with his friends.

John was self-employed and well-known for co-ownership of A.J. Bright's, Inc. Apartment Buildings. He and his wife, Carol, also owned and operated Perry's Liquors in Wilmington for 8 years.

John was predeceased by his brother, Ray, in 2006. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Carol; brother-in-law, James Casey; nephews, Robert Casey and his wife Sherry, Joseph Casey, and Michael Casey; niece, Julie Smith; and a host of cousins, great-nieces, and great-nephews from the DeBright, Casey, and Cuttillo families.

He will forever be remembered for his big heart and infectious smile by all those fortunate to have known him.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 4th and Bancroft in Wilmington, on Tuesday, February 19 at 12 pm. Entombment will follow in Cathedral Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the CHARLES P. ARCARO FUNERAL HOME, 2309 Lancaster Ave. in Wilmington, on Tuesday morning, prior to mass, from 10-11:30 am.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the visiting nurses at St. Francis Hospital, 701 N. Clayton St., Wilmington, DE 19805 or to Compassionate Care Hospice, 5610 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19808.

www.arcarofuneralhome.com

(302)658-9095

Published by The News Journal on Feb. 17, 2013.
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Carol so sory for your lost. Will keep you in my prayers.

Donna Meriggi

February 21, 2013

Carol ,I am sorry for your loss,J B,was one of my best buddies,,I will miss him,If you need anything Carol let me know ,Tommy

Thomas Vilone

February 19, 2013

Carol,We all have fond memories of John,Most of mine are hilarious,,John would come in the salon to get his hair cut,There were days when I wasn't in the best of moods..Whatever was troubling me ,it would all be forgotten by the time John left.He could make you laugh in the worst situations...Carol you were an amazing wife,,Cherish the memories and many years you had together..He will be saddly missed..May God Comfort you at this trying time,,Love you Carol

Leila Lord

February 19, 2013

Thinking of you - you are in my prayers. We are here for you.

February 19, 2013

Carol, I am so sorry for your loss-I will always remember JB's smile-God bless you and keep you

Nancy Campana

February 18, 2013

Hello, Carol
I am so sorry to hear about Johnny, I was trying to call you from Florida on Wednesday. to talk to you, I could not find your number.
Please call me if you can at - 941 - 391 - 5824.

Fred & Mary Keller

February 17, 2013

Carol, my heart goes out to you and yours.

Steven Field

February 17, 2013

JB YOU WILL SURELY BE MISSED A MAN THAT LIVE HIS LIFE TO EXTREME .KNOW AS THE BUZZED TO ANY .TO HIS STRONG WIFE CAROL STAY STRONG MY GIRL

MUGGSY MARTELLI

February 17, 2013

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