George Kenneth DiFalco

George Kenneth DiFalco obituary, Lakeland, FL

George Kenneth DiFalco

George DiFalco Obituary

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George Kenneth DiFalco of Lakeland, FL, 100 years old, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice. He was born in Brockton, MA, on February 20, 1924, to Francesco and Caroline (Cordeiro) DiFalco in Brockton, Ma.

George was very proud of his service during World War II and had an abiding love for his country. He graduated from Haverhill High School and joined the Army in 1943. He participated in the invasion of Normandy, Omaha Beach during DDAY. He was awarded The European African Middle East WWII medal with five stars, American Defense Commemorative WWII Occupation Medal, and the French Legion of Honor presented to him by the French Consulate.

After the war, George settled in Haverhill, Ma, where he married Lorraine Glynn and raised a family. He joined the postal service and retired as the Postmaster of Haverhill.

George is survived by his daughter Linda Duemmel (Helge Duemmel) and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife, Lorraine (Glynn) and his granddaughter, Sarah Duemmel, as well as his brothers Francis and James DiFalco, and his sister Corrine DeMott.

George never met a stranger. He had many friends who, along with his family, will miss him dearly.

In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to Worcester Academy, 81 Providence Street, Worcester, MA 01604, ATTN: Sarah Duemmel Memorial award

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.heathfuneralchapel.com.

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November 11, 2024

Richard DiFalco posted to the memorial.

November 8, 2024

Phill DeMott posted to the memorial.

November 7, 2024

Sheryl DeMott posted to the memorial.

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Richard DiFalco

November 11, 2024

Uncle George,

It has been a "Life's Honor" to call you My Uncle.

Those of you that knew him, knew that he had a "Larger than Life" Personality.
He could go into a room knowing no one, and at the end of the day, leave with 100 New Best Friends. He certainly could "Light up a room".

Always a Great Role Model & Mentor.
Thank you for the "Profound Impact" that you made on my life.

Thank you for all the kindness & memories.
You are gone, but will Never be Forgotten!

Here's to a "Life Well Lived".

Phill DeMott

November 8, 2024

Sheryl DeMott

November 7, 2024

I always enjoyed visiting with George. The last time we saw him, he made the most delicious meatballs. I'm so sorry to hear he passed and will miss the chance to visit with him ever again.

Marsha Kevitch

November 7, 2024

Georgie“s great big smile will be missed! What a sweet man.. and what a patriot!

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