Armando DeLUCA

Armando DeLUCA

Armando DeLUCA Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 9, 2011.
DeLUCA, Armando F. O.Ont., Q.C. After a brief illness on March 7, 2011, at 72 years of age. Beloved husband of 45 years of Bianca (nee Romano). Loving father of Carl (Dana Jerome), Marta (Glenn Drodge) and Joseph. Proud Nonno of Luisa, Simon and Henry DeLuca and Jonathan Drodge. Dear brother of Elizabeth Federico (Tony) and the late Orlando DeLuca (Betty) and Cristina Vannelli (Tony). Brother-in-law of the late Dr. Walter Romano (Kathryn). Loving "Uncle Chick" to many nieces and nephews. Armando was born in Amherstburg, Ontario to Giuseppe and Giuseppina DeLuca, who had immigrated from Frosinone, Italy. He was educated at General Amherst High School, the University of Windsor (B.A., 1960) and Osgoode Hall Law School (LL.B., 1963). He practiced law in Windsor from 1965 and was senior partner of Mousseau DeLuca McPherson Prince LLP. He was named a Queen's Counsel in 1981. Armando was a dedicated community servant and took great pride in his contributions to many institutions in Windsor, Amherstburg and the Province. He gave tremendous service to heathcare in our community, as Chair of the Hotel Dieu-Grace Hospital Board, President of the Ontario Catholic Health Association and member of the Ontario Catholic Health Corporation Board. He served on the Board of Governors of the University of Windsor, as Chair of the Alumni Association and received the University's Award of Merit. He was Chair of both the Windsor Housing Authority and the Ontario Advisory Council of Housing Authorities. He served as Chair of the Canada Day Committee for Ontario. He served on countless boards and committees in the City of Windsor, including the Windsor Symphony, Windsor Port Authority, Family Service Bureau, Maryvale School, Mayor's Unicef Committee, United Way Committee and Casino Monitoring Committee. Within the Italian community, Armando was a member and legal counsel to both the Ciociaro Club of Windsor and the Verdi Club of Amherstburg. He also led the Fundraising Committee of the Via Italia Seniors & Community Centre in Windsor. He was named Italian of the Year in 1989 and received the Canadian Italian Advocates Organization Award of Excellence for Community Service in 1999. Armando also served as Board member and legal counsel of the North American Black Historical Museum in Amherstburg and the Can-Am Indian Friendship Centre in Windsor and participated in the Negev campaigns for numerous nominees. He was a member of Corpus Christ parish and served with his wife Bianca as Co-Chair of the first annual Bishop's Dinner fundraiser for the Diocese of London. Armando received the Confederation Commemorative Medal (1992); the Order of Ontario (1998); the Charles J. Clark Award of the Essex Law Association (1999); and the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal (2003). The family would appreciate donations to the Hotel Dieu-Grace Hospital Foundation. Visiting Thursday 2:30-5pm and 7-9pm, prayers Thursday 7pm at FAMILIES FIRST 3260 DOUGALL AVE., South Windsor, 519-969-5841. On Friday family and friends will meet for funeral Mass at 11am, St. John the Baptist Church, 225 Brock St., Amherstburg. Interment, Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Share memories, photos or make a donation at www.FamiliesFirst.ca .

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Jodi Kinnear

March 21, 2011

My deepest condolences to you, Mrs. DeLuca, Joe, Marta and Carl. Mr. DeLuca was a gracious, loving and dedicated man who will be missed by so many.

S. Cuerrier

March 14, 2011

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight,
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there, I did not die.

So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Chic from St. Rose High days.

Abby Browne

March 14, 2011

My deepest condolences to the DeLuca family. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Abby Browne

Tom Barker

March 11, 2011

To The Deluca Family, we were very sad to hear that Armando had passed away, our prayers are with you at this time.

Tom and Cathy Barker

Gwendolyn Jeun

March 11, 2011

Very saddened to learn of Mr. DeLuca's passing.

He was a kind man to us, my parents and the family for many years.

May your memories of him help to keep him with you always.

Sincerely,
Gwen Jeun & Dan Perz

Romeo DeMarco

March 11, 2011

Dear Bianca & family: Romeo and I and my mother in law want to express our sincere condolences for your loss. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. You all will be in our prayers.

Maria Rosa DeMarco
Romeo and Janis Demarco

March 11, 2011

Bianca;
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We are in Florida and unable to attend the funeral but be assured that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.We have only fond memories of Armando and yourself.
John and Katie Taylor

March 11, 2011

A Great Man is never easily forgotten and will be eternally remembered . . . my deepest condolences go to his family and friends . . . it was always good to know he was in your corner if I needed him . . .
Michelle Shepherd (Windsor) xxxx

Joseph, June & Josephine Vajko

March 11, 2011

Our deepest condolences go out to the DeLuca family.

Katia and Roy Mauti (Palazzi)

March 11, 2011

Mrs.DeLuca,Carl,Marta and Joseph,
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Mr.DeLuca. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Tim & Samantha Garvin

March 11, 2011

Our deepest condolences to the DeLuca family. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time.

Patrick Sasso

March 11, 2011

My deepest condolences. I've thought about Mr. DeLuca often and I'm sure I still will. He and the DeLuca's were a big part of my life growing up. And if I know anything about the DeLuca's, his intelligence and grace lives on in his children and grand-children.

Pat Papadeas

March 11, 2011

Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Armando DeLuca. I will remember Armando affectionately for his insightful and intuitive ways, the sparkle in his eye, his warm and friendly smile. Benevolent with his time, our community is a better place because of this caring man. Heartfelt condolences to Armando’s family, friends and colleagues.

Antonietta and Louie Mele

March 11, 2011

Dear Mrs. DeLuca and Family, our condolences on the passing of a Husband, Father and Friend to many. We will always remember Mr. DeLuca for his respect, attentive ear and sage advice.

March 11, 2011

Dear DeLuca Family,
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Armando. I have had the privilege of knowing Armando for over 40 years on both business and social experiences even going back to T-Ball days of Carl. He is a great loss to your family, his colleagues, families and friends and all those who had the honour of meeting him.
The Mancinone Families.

Ruth Liebman

March 11, 2011

Dear Deluca Family,
Deepest condolences to all of you.
You are in our thoughts as we remember a true gentleman who was probably one of the kindest men around.
Sending you lots of love at this time
Sincerely, Ruth, Shael, Dylan , Jordyn and Alexa Liebman

M. Tibor

March 10, 2011

Dear DeLuca Family,

Our condolences on the loss of your Husband/Father. We went to grade school with Carl & Marta - and just want you to know you are in our thoughts. We lost our Father 2 years ago, and it is not easy, but the special Memories will get you through.
Kim, Michelle & Monica (Nee Tibor)

Bob Hanes

March 10, 2011

We send our deep condolences to your family and to Mr. DeLuca's Law Firm. Bob had great respect and affection for Mr. DeLuca who always expended the utmost professionalism in all issues. Sincerely, Bob & Barb Hanes,New Port richey, Florida

Christine Veira

March 10, 2011

To the DeLuca Family: Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Christine Veira, Vale

Beverly Baker

March 10, 2011

Dear Bianca and Family, Please accept my sympathy on the recent passing of Armando. We will miss his special, exceptional qualities. Beverly Baker and Family

March 10, 2011

Hi Bianca. I can't think of another person in the Windsor region who was as highly regarded as your Armando. Thinking back on our encounters over the past 35 years or so, I picture him with that twinkle in his eye, the smile and always the most gracious and best dressed gentleman in the room. I enjoyed talking politics with Armando as he was always "in the know" and on top of the issues in Ottawa, at Queen's Park and in Windsor as well as Essex County. I valued his friendship and I will miss him dearly.
Condolences to you Bianca, your family, and all of Armando's colleagues.
Percy Hatfield

Sante and Kathy D'Amore

March 10, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

March 10, 2011

A true giant both personally and professionally. Armando was highly respected because of his great sense of integrity and larger than life personality. My deepest condolences to his family.
Jim Adkin
Chief of Police (Ret"d)
Windsor Police Service

Morley Stewart

March 10, 2011

My deepest condolences go out to the Deluca family. Growing up in Amherstburg, I will always remember Armando (Chick) as a good and friendly man.

John Fryer

March 10, 2011

Many fond memories of teenhood at St. Rose High and many a basketball game .under our coach Joe Stefani. Our deepest sympathy to the family at this time. John F. Fryer, wife and family.

March 9, 2011

Dear Bianca and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on your overwhelming loss of Armand. Reading
all of his great accomplishments of his life, one knows why he was such a great person. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.God bless
Dennis & June Dufour Sarnia, Ont.

Pamela Malott

March 9, 2011

Dear Bianca, Carl, Marta, Joe and Family:

Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear husband and father.

The Town of Amherstburg Council and Staff also send their thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.

Armando's well-knit soul and devotion to his family, community, collegues, and co-workers serves as inspiration to us all.

He will be so very missed.

March 9, 2011

Dearest Carl:

I can't believe your father has passed away. I know he was only a few days older than my father. It's just surreal.....

It just seems like yesterday when we exchanged our College Sweatshirts....mine from Pepperdine University and yours from Western...

You have our deepest condolences.

Sonja Gurjanov

Carolyn Micallef/Rouleau

March 9, 2011

To the entire Deluca family. My deepest condolences. Armando played such an important role in my life and the life of my late husband Joeseph Micallef. His kindness and compassion for us, many years ago have never been forgotten. May God's grace comfort you in these trying times. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful man with us.

Roger Bryan

March 9, 2011

dear Bianca, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear husband Armando, whom we knew from the golf club and through Tom and Marcy. Armando was always the gentleman, and we fondly remember his smile and how he would engage you in conversation. Our deepest condolences. Roger and Mary Bryan, Windsor Ontario

Margaret and Joe Gignac

March 9, 2011

Deepest sympathy to Mrs. Deluca and the family. Armando was our lawyer since we were just newlyweds back in the 60's. We considered him our friend, not just our lawyer, and we have many memories of pleasant meetings over the years. His advice was always wise and we trusted him completely. We remember his proud words of the children and grandchildren as he showed us their pictures. It was obvious how he loved you all! The world has lost a fine man and we have all lost a loyal friend. He will be sadly missed.

March 9, 2011

Dear Bianca and Family

We are shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Armando's passing. Our sincerest condolences and prayers.

Carol & Dino Buratto, Fripp Island, SC

Marissa Kuo

March 9, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

March 9, 2011

Dear Bianca and Family
What shocking loss for all of you, our sincere sympathy. Armand,s accomplishments of his life shows all of us the great person he was.
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you, God Bless.
Dennis & June Dufour,Sarnia, Ontario

Doug Pearce

March 9, 2011

Dear Bianca & Family,
I considered Armando one of my dearest friends. I will miss having lunch with him as we always had a wonderful time. My heart goes out to you all.

Sir Eddie Carey

March 9, 2011

My condolence for this sad news.

Howard McCurdy

March 9, 2011

I extend my condolences to the Deluca family for their loss.
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Armando's passing. No more need be said of him than he was a good man-a very good and kind man. He will be missed but fondly remembered by all whom he touched.

Colleen & Ed Soulliere

March 9, 2011

Dear Bianca,
We extend our thoughts and prayers to you and your family,may God provide you with peace and comfort in the days to come.
Very Sincerely,
Colleen and Ed Soulliere

Mary and Roger Bryan

March 9, 2011

Dear Bianca:
We were deeply saddened to hear of Armando's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Marianne Thomson

March 9, 2011

It was an honour to have known you and worked with you for 12 years. A true gentleman and friend.

Carmela Fenos

March 9, 2011

DeLuca family: I was fortunate enough to work at the then, Mousseau Law Firm, many years ago. I only have the fondest memories of Mr. DeLuca. He was a charming and intelligent man. He was always upbeat and would always have kind words or his trademark smirk for everyone. He earned, was and deserved all of the respect he was given by the community.

Carmela Fenos and family

Helen & Stan Dajczak

March 9, 2011

Bianca and family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Armando was a very special person.

rose tomicic

March 9, 2011

dear Bianca
so sorry to hear about your loss it is too soon take care Rose Tomicic

Tony Toy

March 9, 2011

Dear Mrs. Deluca, Carl, Marta, Joe and extended family,
My thoughts are with you during these trying times. Arman did indeed have a "huge heart" as I can attest when he helped me many years ago. I enjoyed his company and admired his leadership and contributions in the Windsor area and beyond. He will be missed.

Tony Toy

March 9, 2011

Dear Mrs. Deluca, Carl, Marta, Joe and extended family,
My thoughts are with you during these trying times. Arman indeed had a "huge heart" as I recall when he helped me many years ago. I enjoyed his company and admired his leadership and contributions in the Windsor area and beyond. He will be missed.

Gail Degroot

March 9, 2011

Dear Bianca and family: I was saddened to hear that Armando passed away. Our community will truly miss him and his many contributions to the betterment of Windsor and area. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Carol Plante

March 8, 2011

Dear Bianca: I was shoked to hear of Armando's passing. Please accep my deepest condolences and prayers for you and your family. God Bless . Carol Plante

March 8, 2011

Dear Bianca and Family;Our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this very trying time.May you find comfort in faith and all
the special memories of Armando.Sincerely,Joe Porter and
Rita Maione.Sault Ste.Marie

Darwin Wismer

March 8, 2011

Deepest sympathy, a friend since elementary school, a real gentlman.

Darwin & Ethel Wismer Lakeland, Florida

shirley henderson-kelman

March 8, 2011

How sad! Armando was a big help to me when I was working in Real Estate a couple of years ago (l970's) and he was most appreciated.My sympathy to h is family

March 8, 2011

Dear Deluca Family Armando and my husband grew up together many stories were shared between them. Hurst Family amherstburg. Brenda Cindy and Brandon Hurst. My condolences

Sergio Rufo

March 8, 2011

Deepest condolences to the entire, extended DeLuca family. Armando was a role model and pillar of the community.

Sergio Rufo

Patrick Warren

March 8, 2011

Deepest sympathies to the DeLuca family.
We shared many pleasant times while growing up in Anderdon and later while attending St.Rose High. He was always a kind individual and well respected by his peers.

Jennifer Barone

March 8, 2011

I am so saddened to learn of Mr. Deluca's passing. He was my lawyer but seemed more like a father figure. His advice and guidance were greatly appreciated; his good humour always a delight. I will truly miss him, as will so many others.

March 8, 2011

Dear DeLuca Family,
I am so very sad to hear of your husband and father's passing. I came to know him as his office is in the same building where I work. Through our conversations it was discovered he attended University with my Dad and knew him quite well years prior. He was such a nice, nice man. Always had a smile and kind word. Genuine comes to mind when describing him. Wishing you peace and comfort at this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Mary Beth Godin

Bev Roger Bezaire

March 8, 2011

Please accept our sincere sympathy Armand was a class mate and a great friend
Bev and Roger Bezaire

John Richard

March 8, 2011

Please accept our sincere condolences...
Respectfully, John Richard & Family

Rabbi Philip Scheim

March 8, 2011

Dear Deluca Family:
I have had the privilege of serving with Armando on the Baker Foundation Board for many years, and was always impressed by his warmth, professionalism and fundamental decency. News of his passing has deeply saddened me. To the entire family, my heartfelt condolences.

Liz Demers

March 8, 2011

My Deepest Sympathy, it is very sad to hear that Mr. Deluca has passed away. I wish his family my condolences on their loss. He was a very nice man and always treated like a daughter. Not only did Mr. Deluca provide legal advice to my family and I but I also had the pleasure of working for him many years ago.

March 8, 2011

Bianca, Carl, Marta and Joseph - we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences and may God help you all to find comfort and strength in each other. May his soul rest in peace.

March 8, 2011

We are so sorry to learn of your loss of a wonderful man.I have known Armando since we were in our early teens.He showed signs of his exceptional qualities at that early age.We know you will miss him and we offer our most sincere sympathies,We are in Florida so unable to attend his funeral.Our prayers are with you,Ann(Bingham)and Mike Pascoe

March 8, 2011

I am greatly saddened by this news and my prayers go out to his family. I had the pleasure or working at his law firm for eight years. Mr. Deluca was a very kind man and always treated me with the utmost respect and much like a daughter. He will be greatly missed.
Kim St. Louis (Bisnaire)

Casey & Dorothy Overgaauw

March 8, 2011

Our sincere condolences to the family of Mr. DeLuca. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.

Kelly, Jason & Grace Fry

March 8, 2011

Marta & Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your father's passing. May the memories you have of him help you through this very difficult time.

March 8, 2011

With heavy hearts, we express our deepest sympathies to Bianca and the family. Armando was an exceptional man, he will be greatly missed.

Board and Staff
Windsor Port Authority

Sr. Rose-Marie Dufault RHSJ

March 8, 2011

Dear Bianca,Carl, Marta and Joseph,
It was with deep sadness that I heard of your husband and father's death. We have lost a wonderful & generous friend, faithful supporter, wise advisor and gifted advocate. So many wonderful memories come to mind during our long association. Accept my deepest condolences as well as of all the RHSJ who had the privilege of knowing him and his family of whom he was so proud. Be assured of our continued thoughts and prayers for all of you at this time of bereavement.

Greg & Lisa Lumley

March 8, 2011

Our prayers go out to you Bianca and family. We will continue to love and support you in these busy days ahead and for all time. A true pillar of our time and this generation

Doye de Lauw

March 8, 2011

Mr. DeLuca was a good lawyer, a great boss and a wonderful friend. I will miss our long talks about politics. I will miss his "Good Morning Doye" I will miss his smile. My condolences to Bianca and his children and grandchildren. He will be sorely missed by them and by us all here at Mousseau DeLuca McPherson Prince LLP.

March 8, 2011

Mrs. Deluca,

We wanted to send our sincerest condolences. Mr. Deluca was a very special person and we truly respected him for all he was. He was a great man. We were very saddened to hear of his passing.

Our thoughts are with you,

Tony & Sandra Aversa

March 8, 2011

dear bianca:we are both saddened by the news of Armando's death.He was a gentleman,always polite,always willing to listen,always prepared to find a solution that did not alienate,always prepared to move matters forward,always made you feel good with every visit.This was Armando and it was so from the first time we met,in the late 1950's,to the end.God's strength to you we will miss him,annetta and patrick dunnion

Richard Poole

March 8, 2011

Mr. Deluca was a true humanitarian. I enjoyed his sense of humour, his fairness and his professionalism. It was a privilige to been part of is life when he was on the board for Windsor Housing Authority and I was employee. He recently handled my mother's estate and my mom said he was always a gentleman with a lasting smile.

Eric & Donna Mayne

March 8, 2011

Our sincere condolences to the DelLuca family. Armand was of man of great integrity and character. This whole community is better for having known him.

Carmen Cangelosi - Ciao Entertainment

March 8, 2011

Mrs. DeLuca & Family

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Dr. J. W. Spellman

March 7, 2011

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