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Andrew Casapulla Obituary
Newark - Age 57 of Newark
Andrew J. Casapulla Jr., of Newark, passed away on February 18, 2021, after a short battle with cancer.
Born in Wilmington Delaware, on November 4, 1963 to Arlene and Andrew Casapulla. He was raised in Elsemere, went to Oak Grove elementary school and junior high school. He graduated from Wilmington High, class of 1981.
At the age of 15, he joined the Elsmere Fire Company as a junior member. At the age of 18 he became a senior member and held the office of junior advisor, membership secretary, recording secretary and director.
At the age of 16, he started working in the family business. After 25 years there he ventured out on his own and opened up Casapulla's Hockessin in 2005. In 2013 he opened up Casapulla's in Smyrna along with TheCazzBar and Andy's Market and then, in 2017, came Casapulla's Christiana. In 2015 he joined the team at Porter Ford as their inventory manager, a job he truly loved doing. This left Tanya running the sub shop.
Andrew, much like his father, had hands of gold. He loved building and construction and cabinet building along with his "projects", a golf cart and a horse carriage. He's done numerous projects just out of the kindness of his heart, truly just like his father.
He was predeceased by his father Andrew Sr. He is survived by his mother Arlene; his wife of 20 years Tanya; siblings David (Tammy), Annlynn (Tony), and Rose (Stan); children Andrew III, Ryan, Christopher, Samantha, and Jacob; grandchildren Carter, Cameron, and Callie; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved dog Milo.
An evening viewing will be held 5pm to 9pm Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Charles P. Arcaro Funeral Home, 2309 Lancaster Ave. Wilmington DE 19805.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am on Thursday, February 25, 2021, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 901 N. DuPont St. Wilm., DE 19805. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to The Elsmere Fire Company.
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Margaret Leonetti
February 14, 2025
Everyone misses you Drew.
Ginger Baker
April 23, 2022
There was never a dull moment working with Drew in Hockessin. He was a great guy who would loan you money till payday one minute and dance to boogie shoes after we closed. Tanya, you were a lucky lady
Mignonne Reno
February 27, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I looking forward to meeting him. Sorry I missed the chance sounds like a great guy. Thank you for making my daughter Shurnevia apart of your family. Love and peace to the Casapulla family.
Cheryl
February 25, 2021
Dear David, Annlynn and families,
Our heartfelt condolences goes out to all the families. May your loving memories of Andrew help comfort you. Prayers for you and your family.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Cheryl and Bob Gland
Rose Fisher
February 25, 2021
Drew you are good husband,father and a grandchildren. Drew you just kept on fighting and prayers and hugs to the family.
Chip Thompson
February 24, 2021
Drew was my Junior Advisor when I first joined the Elsmere Fire Company. Drew was always easy to talk to and a great guy. I had many private discussions with him in reference to my own personal issues and Drew was always willing to listen and try to help. He definitely helped fill the gaps of needing an older Brother to talk to and no matter how long I didn’t see him, we could always pick right back up with conversations and laughs. We shared many laughs as well in and out of the Firehouse on many occasions. He was truly “One Of A Kind!” I will miss you my friend and THANK YOU for everything you ever did for me! Love and Miss you Drew Cazz......
My Thoughts, Prayers, and Love go to Drews Family. I am so sorry.
Dave Nichols
February 23, 2021
Sending my condolences to Drew's family. I always enjoyed talking with Drew at one of the family shops and remember hanging out at the "Big E". I recalled getting stranded in downtown Wilmington while serving on jury duty during a snowstorm. Drew was delivering subs and saw me waiting for a city bus - he pulled over and gave me a ride back home to Roselle. That is who he was - always willing to help. Keeping you and your familiy in our prayers.
Kathleen McLane
February 22, 2021
Rest peacefully now
Larry Agostini
February 22, 2021
True gentleman, a pleasure to work with at Porter, always so helpful. So sad. Larry Agostini
Kathleen McLane
February 22, 2021
You will be truly missed, I remember when you used to be my parent's neighbor n when your boys were young n they would knock on the door n mom would have their juice boxes n treats. You were such a kind soul, rest in peace !!!
Donald A. Welsh(Tiny) and Dawn Welsh
February 22, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our deepest sympathy for the family.. We have such fond memories of Drew working on his floats for the Annual Christmas Parade at the Elsmere Fire Company.
Jacqueline Dwyer
February 22, 2021
Dear AnnLynn, Adrew's Loves and the entire Casapulla Family.
My Deepest Heartfelt Condolences for the loss of your Brother, Son, Husband, Father. May He Rest In Peace
David and Joanne Franks
February 22, 2021
Loved our mornings at the ole bus stop where we laughed and talked about life every day for years. The honesty in these conversations displayed the kind of man you were. These conversations live in my heart. Although you have moved on to heaven, you remain in our hearts and have taken a lot of love with you. Tanya, and family, our hearts and prayers are with you and entire family. Our deepest condolences and we are so very sorry for your loss. With love, David and Joanne.
MARGARET LEONETTI
February 22, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our deepest sympathy for the family..
Margaret and Joe Leonetti ♥
Dottie, Ken Williamson
February 21, 2021
Tayna,
And family,
Please accept our sincere condolences,
May your beautiful memories,
give you peace and comfort .
Prayers for the Casapulla family.
Dottie and Ken Williamson
Stevie Smyk
February 21, 2021
May you stand proud among the family who left before us, Drew. You were a huge heart for all here on earth.
Kathy Finnegan
February 21, 2021
Dear Arlene, David, Annlynn and Rose, I’m truly sorry for your loss of Drew. I feel your pain and I know that losing a loved one, especially way too soon, is a heavy cross to carry. I will be praying for wonderful memories to fill your hearts and keep you at peace.
Kathy Gravino Finnegan
Aaron Wolf
February 21, 2021
Drew was a wonderful kind person and will be missed by all Drew's family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Jim Buchanan
February 21, 2021
We are so sad to read of Drew's passing. The Buchanan's have known the entire Casapulla Family for years. Would not find a kinder person this side of heaven than Drew. May you find peace and comfort during this most difficult time. God now has one of the best at his side.......
Mike Campbell
February 21, 2021
To the entire Casapulla family, I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Drew for several years and was sad to hear the news. Back in the early 1980's Drew use to deliver subs and steaks to DuPont almost every Friday and we would catch up. He was such a nice person to speak with. I also remember him with his gigantic tires on his Jeep parked out in front of The Jack-In-The-Box. This was a place many of us would go to and meet up after going out to the local clubs. As time went on, I use to see Drew every so often throughout the years and he always had a friendly smile and a story to tell you. He will definitely be missed...
Debbie Passwater
February 21, 2021
Tanya and family, please accept my sincere condolences. May your fond memories guide you through this difficult time.
Geraldine H Necastro
February 21, 2021
To the family. I am so sorry with all of my heart to hear of the passing of Andrew. This brings much sadness to me. Your family is in my prayers right now. I am so truly sorry and there are no words I can say now to you. Know that I care and I am thinking of all of you now. May the Lord bring peace and healing to you.
Your friend,
Gerri Necastro
Linda Frey
February 20, 2021
Tanya and Andrew's Family.
Very sorry for your loss of Drew. He will be missed so very much. One of the Icons of Elsmere! His memory will last forever.
In sincere Sympathy
Linda Ghione Frey and Family.
Judith A Celli
February 20, 2021
Rest peacefully.
Kevin Wikstrom
February 20, 2021
Tanya and family, So sad to hear of Drew's passing. Drew was truly one of the good ones that this world will greatly miss.
Rick and Doreen Stewart
February 20, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers to the family.
sherrie saponaro
February 20, 2021
Dear Anna and Family,
So very sorry to hear that Andrew had passed. I have great memories of all of us at Oak Grove and growing up in Elsmere. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you at this most difficult time. God Bless, Sherrie Saponaro (Hickman)
Katie Smith
February 20, 2021
Dear, David, Rose, and Arlene,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I really liked Drew!!! It was always fun working with him. I’m sending my love to you all. Take care,
Katie Smith
p.s.
I worked at Casapulla’s North in the early 2000s
Jeff And Liz Boles
February 20, 2021
We were so sorry to hear about Drew's passing. Such a nice man, he will be missed. Sending thoughts and prayers to Tanya and the family.
Leslie Malcom
February 20, 2021
Although I did not know Andrew personally I can image how wonderful he was by knowing how sweet and loving my friend for so many years Tanya has always been to me. You all will be in our hearts and prayers now and in the future.
Love, Leslie, Justin and Laylah
Scott CARMEAN
February 20, 2021
Great friend and person to know loved by everyone
Kelley Rea
February 20, 2021
So sorry to hear about Drew's passing. Thoughts with the Casapulla family.
Christine Snyder
February 20, 2021
My Condolences and Prayers Healing Hearts Andrews Mother, Wife Tanya, Children & Lil Milo, Siblings & Friends. God Bless You Andrew RIP❤✝
George Daliessio
February 20, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rev.Joe Monardo
February 20, 2021
With deepest sorrow for the passing a Drew , He was a Great person who will be truly missed .Will keep you all in my Prayers.
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