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DONALD R. IODICE
1938 - 2020
DONALD R. IODICE
1938 - 2020
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BORN
1938
DIED
2020
DONALD IODICE Obituary
Donald R. Iodice passed away on June 18, at home in Vero Beach, FL, at the age of 81. Don was born in Bridgeport, CT, to Palma and Donato Iodice.
His legacy is one of a deep love of and commitment to family and friends, lifelong learning, many leadership roles throughout his life, and as a teacher and mentor to many. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy. After being an owner of Kings Highway Pharmacy in Darien, CT, he changed direction and received his JD from St John’s Law School. He went on to lead a highly successful career as the Northwestern Mutual General Agent for the State of Maryland, earning several advanced degrees in insurance and financial planning. Upon retiring from the General Agent position, he became a teacher, coach and mentor to others looking to achieve in their profession and touched many lives through those endeavors. In addition to his position as General Agent, his leadership impact included political roles in Connecticut, President of Chartwell Country Club in MD, Board of Directors of Hospice of the Chesapeake, and Member of the Board of Grand Harbor’s Eagles Society raising funds for the Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital Foundation. Eventually he fully retired to the Grand Harbor community in Vero Beach where he enjoyed many wonderful years of golf and bocce (known to many as The Bocce Man).
Surviving him are his wife of 58 years, Sheila Scott Iodice, formerly of Meriden, CT, younger brother Robert living in Cumming, GA, and his pride and joy 4 children and 10 grandchildren. They are daughter Pamela Baekey, married to Greg, parents of Brett, Jake, and Owen, living in Fairfield, CT; son Scott, married to Blair, parents of Todd, Grant and Meredith, living in Baltimore, MD; daughter Tricia Hamilton, married to Keith, parents of Cassidy and Emma, living in Severna Park, MD; and son Rusty, married to Lisa, parents of Matthew and Alexander, living in NY City.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Donations in Don’s memory can be made to Answer To Cancer, Inc., at 5340 E. Harbor Village Drive, Unit 101, Vero Beach, FL 32967.
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Heff Myers
July 12, 2025
There’s a popular book titled Ali really need to know I learned in Kindergarten. For me it was laterthe 3–1/2 years I worked at KHP. Don (and Jules) were infinitely kind and generous with their knowledge and compassion. There isn’t a day that goes by where I have fond memories working with them. Whenever i dabble in a crossword I remember Don did the Sunday NYT crossword. In ink.
Blessings to his family.
Jeff Myers
June 16, 2022
Don was my first boss (KHP) while I was in HS. (I'll just say it was all downhill from there.) He was everything one could possibly ask for in an employer; a friend; a confidant; a father figure. He was impossibly fair, kind, consistent, supportive, and super smart. Watching him do the Sunday NYT crossword puzzle -- IN INK -- was equal parts dumbfounding and astonishing. I was privileged to share his early family days and enjoyed babysitting his beautiful kids. My one major life regret was that I didn't take up his offer to follow him to NML. I'm sure I would be a far better person today. But I did ok, in no small part because I've never forgotten his many words of wisdom; they have guided me through numerous rough patches. Sheila and kids... I hope you know how loved you were. And how lucky we all were to have known such a remarkable man. Blessings to you all.
Jeff Myers
March 6, 2022
I worked for Don (and Jules) at KHP throughout most of high school. I have often said that I learned more in that job than in any classroom. Those lessons have stayed with me all my life. Don was one of a kind and I shall continue to miss him dearly ... but more so knowing that I´ll never be able to reconnect with him. It is a huge and immeasurable loss. My love to Sheila and the kids.
Joe teague
August 10, 2020
I always admired Don so much for his courage and leadership. He was strong and I learned a lot from him
watching his leadership. I also learned not to bet on golf. Prayers to the entire family. joe & sheryl teague
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Bruce & Therese Buchla
July 2, 2020
Sheila....Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May God Bless All of You.
Vincent barbetta
June 27, 2020
my condolences to Dons family and especially his brother Bobby. We were boyhood friends living across the street on Lindsey st. Lots of fond memories. Vinny Barbetta
Tobi and Rob
June 26, 2020
We are sending virtual hugs on this special mans passing.
Diane And John Desmond
June 25, 2020
Remember the fun times. Skiing at Pico. Lots of dancing tennis. Don would always win but we had fun love Diane and John Desmond
Lisa Mancini
June 24, 2020
Love you Uncle Don, Rest In Peace with the angels.
George Ebersberger
June 24, 2020
My sympathy to you all
Tracy & Harold Shackelford & Philipsen
June 23, 2020
Tricia and family - our hearts are with you as you celebrate the life and mourn the loss of your wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
Bruce Palmieri
June 23, 2020
Don hired me in Maryland as a young adviser. Mentored me as I grew my business under his leadership. Now 29 years later, Im thankful to have known Don and am honored to call him a friend. You will be missed!
Emmy Bowers
June 23, 2020
Amazing, amazing man - he leaves an incredibly family and he will be truly missed. First thing that always comes to mind when thinking about D is that boisterous and genuine laugh.
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