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Robert D'Elia Obituary
Robert "Bobo" D'Elia, 63, of Greenwich, CT died Wednesday. May 28, 2014 at Yale New Haven Hospital, after a long illness. Born in, and a life-long resident of, Greenwich, he was the son of Marie Bologna D'Elia and the late Joseph D'Elia. Bob was a graduate of Greenwich High School and the University of Arizona. He was a friendly face in many local establishments, where he was employed as bar manager, including The Beach House Cafe, Boxing Cat Grill, River Cat Grill, Thataways and Black Sheep Restaurant. Bob enjoyed music, sports, being on the water in his boat and spending time with friends and family.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, Joseph D'Elia, of Stamford; sister, Joy D'Elia, her husband, Tommy Bledsoe and nieces, Delia and Rosa Bledsoe, of St. Augustine, FL; aunts, Tilda Fico and Josephine Tripodi, an uncle, Dr. Ralph Bologna and his wife, Sheila, of Greenwich, along with numerous cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, May 31, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. in St. Mary's Church, 178 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich, CT. Entombment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Greenwich Scholarship Association, P.O. Box 4627 Greenwich, CT 06831
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Cb
October 23, 2023
Loved you!
Chantal/John Milliou/Asmanis
May 24, 2020
We miss our friend Bobo all the time, we were just at the Beach House yesterday and we remembered how often we enjoyed his company. We love you dear Bobo, much love from Chantal and John
Barbara Fletcher
May 24, 2019
You are missed by many. Others have joined you but it does not make it any easier to understand losing you. All my love, Barb
John Hilton
June 11, 2014
Bobo I will wish your Black & Tans and especially you ! God Bless my friend.
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John Vitiello
June 6, 2014
Rest in peace Bobo. You will be missed!!
Kim Pitasi
June 6, 2014
Bobbo, You were such a great friend when I needed one. So very sorry to see you go. I hope you are in a better place.
Kim
June 5, 2014
I have always held a candle for you, and always will -
I will always miss you terribly.
Peace be with you now, my dear man.
XOXO,
Me
Julia Chiappetta
June 5, 2014
Dear Joe and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss...my Dad died the same week so I was unable to be at your service but my thoughts were with you....Love Julia
June 2, 2014
Marie, joey and the D'elia family...sad news...my thought go back to bob's high school years with the cardinals. The same smile and twinkle in his eyes. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Coach rick osvick/ghs
June 2, 2014
Please accept my condolences. Rely on God Almighty for He will sustain you.
Psalms 55:22
Karen Mortimer
June 1, 2014
RIP Bobo D'elia...Greenwich has lost a great person
June 1, 2014
Dear Mrs. D'elia, Bob and I are so sorry to hear of Robert's death. It is never easy losing a child , may you find peace with your memories of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dianne and Bob DeFruscio
June 1, 2014
Dear Marie, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Hugs, Sandy Pendergast
May 31, 2014
Bobo-
I always called you Bob-o. I know you can't read this, but others can. I always enjoyed our conversations about Greenwich and how it "use" to be. You insight, dry humor and frankness was always appreciated. I knew in my heart you were not well, and the fact I didn't see your for months makes me sad. I wish I could of have one more conversation with you-
So, I thank you now, for the nice words, funny comments and all around cool attitude.
I love you and will miss you
Michael Caravella
May 31, 2014
Mrs D'elia, Joe and family. My deepest condolences in this very sad time. Bobo was a good and kind man. Ever time I saw him he always had a smile on his face. His friendships will live on and we all will miss him. May the comfort of the Holy Spirit help you through this most difficult time.
May 31, 2014
Rest in Peace Bobo. I'll miss you.
Jenny Drew
May 31, 2014
Bobo was such a warm happy soul. I've no doubt he has gone to a wonderful place but, he will be sorely missed here on Earth.
May 31, 2014
To Marie, Joey and Joy,
I'm so sorry for your loss you're a precious family. I hope in the days ahead that you find comfort and peace. May the memories of "Bobo" live on in your hearts.
All my love,
Lisa Wynne Salvatore
Ricky Margenot
May 31, 2014
May he rest in peace with God.
May 31, 2014
What a very nice man! Tom Rourke
old pals from the black sheep days
May 31, 2014
A kinder, sweeter guy never existed .... R.I.P., Bobo.
May 30, 2014
Marie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Eileen Zawatski
Mario Orlando
May 30, 2014
Bobo, you'll be missed by so many and I feel as if an integral part of me and a part of my identity has slipped away. We all share a common memory or social memory complex and so when a member leaves so suddenly, it leaves a mark and pain that effects the whole social memory complex. We can all however all rejoice, that your pain, trials and tribulations are over and that you have now graduated to a place more loving and forgiving with no judgements of how you here on earth, experienced your desires and wishes in the exercise of our free will. You have given more service to others than to self, a positive orientation in seeking the truth. You have earned your wings and freedom to enjoy the benefits of living now in fourth density. I hope to see you there when my time comes. Until then be at peace and joy and I'll see you again on the other side.
Gus Frederick
May 30, 2014
Joe & Joy,
My deepest sympathies to you. Thoughts and prayers.
Gloria Meyering
May 30, 2014
Marie D'Elia's beloved son, Robert brought so much happiness in her life. We all miss Bob for his warmth and generous spirit.
josephine Colangelo
May 30, 2014
To The D'Elia and Dr. and Mrs. Bologna
With our deepest sympathy in the loss of such a young man.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Fred W. Intrieri
Josephine I. Colangleo
maggie zakka
May 30, 2014
so saddened to hear of bobo's passing...heaven got a great guy coming thru those gates..."cheers" to you bobo...prayers for the family...
Steve Waterman
May 30, 2014
Today is a little sadder without Bobo's constant smile, a little less bright without the twinkle in his eye and a little less fun without his quick wit. But my life will always be better for having known Bobo and now having my memories of him.
Playing one last time for a true friend and fellow muscian.
Mario Orlando
May 30, 2014
Molly Moore McCormick
May 30, 2014
Thoughts go out to all your family. One of a kind and a friend to so many. Wishing you peace.
Andy Stevens
May 30, 2014
Rest in Peace, Bobo. Condolensces to your extended family.
Eric Walters
May 30, 2014
You will be missed by all. RIP Bobo.
Chantal Milliou
May 30, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Bobo' s family, he will be missed by so many. We will never forget his kind heart and will always remember our friendship. Rest in peace dear friend.
Ellen M. Mancini
May 30, 2014
Dear Marie and Family,
My prayers are with you and your family. I am sorry that BoBo passed away and I offer my prayers to him. May he rest in the arms of Jesus now. Ellen M. Mancini
Neil Palermo
May 30, 2014
Rest In Peace Bobby
Barbara Fletcher
May 30, 2014
I cannot imagine how much this has affected so many people. Bobo was the kindest friend I can recall. Greenwich will never be the same without his sweet and caring self. With deepest sympathies to all he has left behind! Love you Bobo!
Rick Hvolbeck
May 30, 2014
What a good guy, he will be missed.
Anthony Gambaro
May 30, 2014
Joey and family,
You will be in my thoughts and prayers old friend.
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