Photo courtesy of Burns Funeral Home - Frankford Ave.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Apr 2, 1933 – Aug 27, 2023
Valentino H. DiGiorgio passed away on August 27, 2023 at the age of 90. Valentino served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was also a retired teacher in the Woodbridge Township School District. As a high school choir director, Valentino successfully directed the first amateur production of My Fair Lady. After retiring from teaching music, he was a well sought after wallpaper hanger.
Valentino is the loving husband of Marlene (nee Barbella). Beloved father of Michael DiGiorgio (Beatriz Ching DiGiorgio), Valentino F. DiGiorgio, III (Carolina Cabrera DiGiorgio), Louis DiGiorgio (Colleen Matthews DiGiorgio), Maria DiGiorgio McColgan (Joseph McColgan), and Theresa Rose DiGiorgio (Brad Hill). Adored grandfather of Louis, Nina, Nicholas, Emily (Tim), Valentino, IV, Isabella, Olivia, Valentina, Giuliana, Julian, Dominic, Jennifer, Valentina, and Samantha. Great grandfather to be of Baby Butter. Also survived by his brothers Anthony DiGiorgio (Carmella "Mena"), Vito DiGiorgio (Joan) and Edward DiGiorgio (Julie), and many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to pay respects Thursday afternoon, 12:30-2:15 P.M. at St. Katherine of Siena Church, 9700 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19114. Funeral Mass 2:30 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to Operation Warm, would be appreciated.
Mr DiGorgio was my high school music teacher. Many memorable classes with him. A good teacher. I wish I knew we were so close.
Joseph V
August 25, 2024 | Philadelphia, PA | Student
Knew Valentino when he and family lived on Dickinson Str. in So. Philly. Remember he was in seminary and came out and began to live his life over again. Remember his mother, Mary, and father and all his brothers. am so sorry to hear of his passing...my thoughts and prayers go out to family. May he rest in peace.
VINCE IEZZI
October 28, 2023 | PHILA, PA | Friend
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Marianne & Jimmy Galantino
September 09, 2023 | Galloway, NJ
So sorry to learn of his passing. He was a great educator. Very passionate about his art. As a student in his music theory class, can say that his teaching has been invaluable in the ensuing years. I use what he so emphatically taught us every day. Can't say he liked us much. We were wiseacher kids. But then he drove to Colonia every day from PA and that speaks to his dedication as an educator. Will never forget him. He was one of a kind!!
Max Green
August 31, 2023 | Margate, FL
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Betsy Grund
August 28, 2023
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and loved ones during this sacred, sacred time. May they be buoyed by your memories and comforted by your continued presence. And may you rest in eternal peace. With love, Tanya
Tanya Tecce
August 28, 2023
So sorry for you loss. Sending love and prayers. Lisa Moose
Lisa Musumeci
August 28, 2023 | Newton, MA
Will surely miss your words of wisdom, Val !
I wish I could have said goodbye!
May you rest peacefully!
Say hello to big Marty for me.
Until we meet again!
Joey
Joseph Matthews
August 27, 2023 | Ridley Park, PA | Family
