Michael-DiMeo, Sr.-Obituary

Michael R. DiMeo, Sr.

Bensalem, Pennsylvania

1922 - 2014

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Michael R. DiMeo Sr., a great man, died February 17, 2014 at St. Mary's Hospital surrounded by his loving family at the age of 91. He was born October 2, 1922. Michael is survived by two children, Michael R. MiMeo Jr. and daughter –in- law Lorraine and Lauren Inker and son- in- law Stephan. Three grandchildren, Chad Jason Inker, Alexandria Michelle Inker, and Michael Anthony DiMeo. Two great grandchildren, Anthony James and Brandon DiMeo. Michael was an alumni graduate of Stephen Girard College Class of 1939, attended LaSalle University, a WWII Veteran, and was also a Radio DJ and Sportscaster under the name of Mike Mayo for 30 years in the Philadelphia, Bucks County and Princeton areas. He lectored at St. Charles Borromeo in Bensalem for 30 years and was a member of the RCIA program. Michael was a talented musician and trumpted for his battalion Co 136th AAA G and continued with his love of music over the years. Author, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, Michael will be dearly missed, although it should be noted that he is finally with his loving wife Frances (Bevilacqua) who passed away in 2004. We will miss you pop-pop with all the love in our hearts. You were truly a wise, intelligent distinguished gentleman and loving person. The patriarch of our family and a strong inspiring teacher we all looked to for guidance. You are missed, but you are finally at peace and that is all we can hope for you and mom-mom. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Michael's life with a viewing Friday eve 7:00 - 9:00 pm and Sat. 9:30 to 10:30 am at the Tomlinson Funeral Home 2207 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020. Funeral Mass with be Sat 11:00 am at St. Charles Borromeo Church, Bensalem. Entombment Calvary Cemetery, Cherry Hill, NJ. Memorial contributions in Michael's name may be made to the New Orleans Habitat Musician's Village, 323 Broadway, Cambridge MA 02139 or go to the website.

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Dear Lauren - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this time of sadness and remembrance. Your father/grandfather was a lovely man and I am glad that I knew him. Peace be with you.

My condolences to the family. He is in peace with his wife, Love Ewa.

I have fond and loving memories of Aunt Frannie and Uncle that will stay with me forever. Always warm and welcoming to me when I visited. May they rest in peace now together Thoughts and prayers go to Lauren and family.
Love Kathy Angarola--Bucciarelli

We will miss u and love u and Aunt Franny always and forever

Lauren and family we are so sorry to hear the sad news about your, Dad, Grandpa, Uncle and overall great guy. My family and I have been so blessed to have known and been touched by him. He always had the right words at the right time and was a motivator to live life no matter what you have been dealt (good or bad). I know without a doubt he will be in heaven with Aunt Fran, Angela (Grand-Niece) and the rest of the clan. Love you all very much. The Tiernan's (Michael, Megan, Alex, and Danny)

I will miss you Uncle Mike
Love you
Eddie

Uncle Mike the trumps are blowing for you now, it's time to dance with Aunt Fran and make up for lost time, have a great time, I will miss you
Love Eddie