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Donald Dellaripa Obituary
Donald Victor Dellaripa Jr, 36, of E. Hartford, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Friday, October 23, 2015. He was the beloved son of Donald V. Dellaripa Sr and Deborah L. (Machia) Iliff and stepson of Robert S. Iliff. Donald graduated from East Hartford HS in 97 where he was voted class clown because of his amazing ability to make people laugh. He graduated from UCONN in 2004. He loved fishing, the NY Giants, Boston Red Sox,and watching football with his Dad. He also enjoyed cooking and loved being with his friends and family. He shared a very special relationship with his Mom; their daily conversations will be dearly missed. Donald leaves behind his grandmother Jean, his step grandmother, Mema Iliff, his stepbrothers, Dan and Ben, and stepsister, Sarah. He also leaves his beloved Godmother, Auntie Laurie, as well as many aunts, uncles & cousins who will miss him dearly. Funeral services will be Thursday, October 29 at 1 PM at the Rose Hill Funeral Home, 580 Elm St, Rocky Hill. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Park. Calling hours will be held from 11am-1pm prior to the service. Condolences may be made at www.rosehillfuneralhomes.com.
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Cheryl Maxwell/Rodriguez
November 2, 2015
I just heard the sad news. My deepest condolences go out to Donald's family. I had the pleasure of growing up with Donald through school. He was one heck of a jokester with a wonderful personality. Such a cutie and always smiling. God bless you Don. May you be at peace and may your family find healing through this saddened time.
John
November 2, 2015
I am sorry to hear of Don's passing. I lived on the same floor as Don at UConn and had many great laughs. Thoughts and Prayers are with your family.
Rhonda (Machia) Wallace
November 1, 2015
I am truly sorry for your loss Deb. I hope in time that you will find comfort in the all the messages and blessings from family and friends. Eventually,the pain will subside but, the loss will always be there. For now, take things in stride. Lean on those close, for they will give you strength.
Nolya Croft
October 29, 2015
Sorry for you loss Don. Our prayers are with you. Nolie and John
Denise Stenger
October 29, 2015
Deb & family, No words can take away the pain and loss! I am so sorry that he is no longer here! But he will always be in in your heart and memories and watching over you.
Love Denise (Squires)
Dena Diforca
October 29, 2015
Donald you are my cousin and I love you very very much and always have, you were always a wonderful person with a good heart. My prayers are forever with Uncle Don and Deb.
Dena Diforca
October 29, 2015
To my wonderful cousin who I will always love
Joan Molans Wood
October 28, 2015
Deb and Family, I'm so sorry to hear of Don's passing. I have a lot of good memories of him at Deerfield.
I won't be able to be there tomorrow, I have a family funeral to attend. You will be in my thoughts.
BeBe D'Amato
October 28, 2015
Deb,and Donald, we are all so very sorry,words can't express. Our condolences to all of you. Love the D'Amato family.
Mike Mowel Jr.
October 27, 2015
Deb, Mr. Dellaripa, I can't believe what I'm seeing. I'm so sorry to hear this about Donny. I can't imagine your pain right now but we're thinking of you quite a bit since hearing this. Donny was a close friend for most of my younger years as you know, I wish I had crossed paths a few more times before this, I have great memories and the highest regard for Donny and both of you. All the best in the difficult time.
Steve Matthess
October 27, 2015
Deb and Bob, words cannot express my sorrow learning of Donald's passing. I pray you both can find peace and comfort in your beliefs and each other. Deb my heart goes out to you, you are such a caring and wonderful mom, love you....
Mark Tinsley
October 27, 2015
RiP Don
Mark Tinsley
October 27, 2015
R.i.P Don my prayers go out to your family remembering all the great times playing baseball on the same team always a kool kids may u rest in peace my brother , God has gave u a new pair of wings ...... Watch over all of us
Debbie Wood
October 27, 2015
So sorry for your lost,our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gene Caruso
October 27, 2015
Deb So sorry for your loss.
Gene Caruso
Sally & Marty Crane/Ciotto
October 27, 2015
Deb, so sorry for your loss of your precious son Don Jr. Our Thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Diane Mincarelli
October 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories. Keep him forever in your heart.
Sincerely,
Diane Zagaja Mincarelli
Laura Crawford
October 27, 2015
RIP Don JR! Love you!
Darlene Dvorak
October 27, 2015
Deb and Bob, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son/stepson Donald. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you both.
Darlene
October 27, 2015
My special nephew Don & Mr Mums!;
Uncle T will be missing you & that smiling face & the phone messages you use to leave me, that always brought a smile to my face.
I have only great memories of our times together ! "1991" you were about 12 years old & wanted to drive the truck- We went to the fields by the marina & You got behind the wheel & drove , but not before driving into the bushes and the ditch . We laughed so much. I will never forget the kind words you said to me as we sat in that ditch waiting to be pulled out-"Uncle T your not going to tell my mom are you? I smiled & said " no I won't cause her & auntie Dawn would kill me" You smiled - & "said "Uncle T "YOUR THE BEST"! I'm not sure if you ever told them! There are many more stories & I could go on- But I wont.
Just know that your uncle "T" LOVES YOU!
Tommy Ingraham
Wayne & Waynette Baker.
October 27, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 27, 2015
Deb, deepest sympathy for your loss, may God bless, and help you and your family through this time.
Laura Crawford
October 27, 2015
To Don Sr, and Family, may Don Jr, RIP love always, God Bless!!
Deb (Little Don's Mom) Iliff (Machia)
October 27, 2015
Deb (Little Don's Mom) Iliff (Machia)
October 27, 2015
Deb (Little Don's Mom) Iliff (Machia)
October 27, 2015
Rose Hill Funeral Homes Inc.
October 26, 2015
With deepest sympathy during this time of difficulty.
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