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Angelo Cataldi Obituary
Angelo was born on July 28, 1922 in Newark, DE to the late Angelo and Bessie (George) Cataldi. He was a 1940 graduate of Newark High School and received his Bachelor's Degree in 1950 from the University of Delaware, where he played football. He later received his Master's Degree in 1968 from UD. Angelo served in both the Pacific & European Theatres during his four years in the Army during World War II. While serving he was awarded a Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
Angelo was a teacher and administrator for several schools in Red Clay School District. He retired as principal of Claymont Middle School. He was also known as the owner of Angie's Sub Shop on Wilbur Street in Newark, DE. Angelo was a member of many associations, which include; the Newark Lions Club, the Newark Senior Center, Newark Country Club, the Optimist Club of Newark and American Legion Post #10.
He is survived by his brothers, Ottavio Cataldi of Sebastian, FL and Domenico Cataldi of Menifee, CA; half sister, Lee Wright of Valrico, FL; half brother, Dennis Cataldi of Bear, DE; foster daughter, Joyce Taylor of Philadelphia, PA, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth (Griest) Cataldi in 2010.
Visitation will be held from 7:00 - 9:00 pm on Friday, November 9, 2012 at R.T. Foard and Jones Funeral Home, 122 West Main Street, Newark, DE. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 10, 2012 at St. John's Roman Catholic Church, 200 E. Main Street, Newark, DE 19711. Burial will follow at All Saints Cemetery in Newark, DE. To send condolences visit www.rtfoard.com.
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Thomas Taylor
November 1, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
angie.. as a school teacher
November 11, 2012
Tonetta Miller
November 9, 2012
Iam Tonetta Miller from Compassionate care hospice, it was a pleasure to work with Angie.I will never forget Angie, how he loved to work in his yard,he was always happy to see me on the days I came to visit. RIP Angie. you will be missed.
Diane Bullins
November 9, 2012
Dennis so sorry for the loss of your brother i remember angies sub shop me n gail painted the shop for him he was so nice to us his subs were the best he will be truely missed if u need anything please call any time
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Evelyn Piazza- Casalena
November 8, 2012
Sorry to read of the loss of Mr. Cataldi, back in the 50's he taught me history at Marshallton School. He was also a great boys basketball coach!! Wonderful memories, prayers, are with his family.
November 8, 2012
Mr Cataldi was a very nice man to our family the (Malin's) from Cleveland Ave..my father Thomas loved him and loved his subs....sorry to hear about his death...but he is with the LORD now and smiling down on all the family...Joy Malin Preton.....
Robert Gadsden
November 7, 2012
Mr. Cataldi influenced many young lives and I remember when he used to run the Summer playgrounds in Delaware City in the 1960's. He was a great man that cared about us kids. I'm 65 yrs. old and I remember all the good times that we had those summers. He will be sadly missed. May God Bless the Cataldi family during this time.
Carol Fretz
November 7, 2012
Mr. Cataldi was a great man, who knew how to relate to the students... he expected us to be the best we could be, and was always willing to to help his "boys and girls" succeed... He was one of my favorite educators... I missed him when he left McKean to go to Claymont, but he came back to speak at our Commencement ceremonies (73)... His name always comes up when a group of Highlanders gets together and we talk about "the old days".... he was loved and respected by all, and brings smiles to our faces when we reminisce about those days... even his "board of Education"!! Rest in Peace, Mr. Cataldi... Carol Ewing Fretz - McKean '73
November 7, 2012
A gentle giant is gone. May he rest in peace. My father taught with Angie, and thought the world of him. When my mother died, Angie brought tons of food to our house - an act of kindness I will never forget.
With much love and gratitude,
Pat LeDoyen Comley
Pat Pollock
November 7, 2012
A great man who I looked up to when I was a student at Claymont Middle School (1972-1974). I admired him for his fairness and high standards. Thank you Dr. Cataldi, you inspired me to achieve.
November 7, 2012
Sorry for your loss, I am Mary (dolly Cataldi) Rollo son named Joe Rollo . Her father was Albert Cataldi and Anna Cataldi, I remember when we were young and we visited his house
Joseph Rollo
November 7, 2012
Sorry for your loss, I am Mary (dolly) Rollo son named Joe Rollo
November 7, 2012
Michael Cataldi
November 7, 2012
Uncle Angie, you will be greatly missed. You were an incredible person and a great influence to all around you. Always a positive outlook, no matter what. My grandfather, Dennis, spoke about you all of the time. Now you two can play some golf and cards again.
November 7, 2012
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Cataldi was a positive influence in my life as a Gym Teacher and later an assistant principal. To this day I can still remember Angie correcting me for talking in gym class and his not so subtle methods of correction, I dare say schools today could learn a thing or two about applied correction from him. He not only would correct my misbehavior but would run to my side if I was having a problem. Angelo Cataldi please rest peacefully in our Dear Lords Loving Embrace
Richard Calvert
Joan Landis-Reeder
November 7, 2012
You will be remembered Always in my prayers. I remember you from teacher, to Vice Principle, Brandywine Springs Elementary Sch & Thom McKean HS. You were always well respected, my friend from 45yrs ago!
Doug Walker
November 7, 2012
Mr. Cataldi was a gentle man as well as a Gentleman. As one of his students, 55 years ago, he made a lasting impression on me. He was a hero in more ways then it was possible to imagine. Rest his soul.
November 7, 2012
Please accept my comdolences for the passing of your loved one.I believe that my mother was 1st cousin to Angelo. Her name was Mary,(Cataldi), Rollo. Her brother was Dennis Cataldi. They were the children of the late Albert and Anna Cataldi.
My sincere sympathy,
Carol Oliva
November 6, 2012
RIP ANGIE (COTTRELL)
November 5, 2012
Dennis, the Mulrooney family extends our condolences to you and your family for the loss of your brother. If you need anything don't hesitate to call.
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