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George DePILLO Obituary
George of Clarkston formerly of Flint. November 26, 2016, age 86. Husband of Florence for 57 years. Father of Marisa (Marc) Reinhardt, Damien DiPillo, Bernadette DePillo, John (Jackie) DiPillo, Teresa (Antonio) Rodriquez and Paul (Lisa) DePillo. Survived by 22 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Brother of the late Norman (Hai) DePillo. George served in the U.S. Marines and played Minor League baseball. He retired from Chippewa Valley Schools and Warren Consolidated Schools as Superintendent and taught post graduate classes at many universities. Friends may visit at Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston Wednesday 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. with a family led rosary at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Colombiere Retreat & Conference Center, Clarkston with visiting at the church at 10:00 a.m. Rite of Committal All Saints Cemetery. Online Guestbook
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Memories and Condolences
for George DePILLO
Annette Rudzewicz
November 20, 2024
He taught the Fr. Hardon's Catechism class at St.Cyril & Methodius & I was lucky enough to have him as an instructor. He was great and I wish he was still here to teach! He is missed.
Tim Dallacqua
November 20, 2024
He always had a joke and was always kind. A very good man. I wish I was more like him. He taught how to give to others. "to whom much is given, much is expected" is Luke 12:48:
Tim Dallacqua
November 20, 2022
He taught me how to play baseball
Barbara Cataldo
April 10, 2020
Dear Flo, I just now heard of George's passing. My deepest sympathies are with you. He was an awesome person in many ways. I am so grateful to have known him. While in Clarkston, he helped many of us to grow stronger in our faith and in our love for God. He is in the Peace of God.
God Bless you and your family.
Tim Dallacqua
November 25, 2019
Great Guy. He was inspirational to me when I was a kid. I spent time with him when he worked for Parks and Recreation. He was my sponsor at my Confirmation. Next to my father, his cousin he was the greatest man I ever knew. I regret that I did not go to see him for many years before his death. I will always remember you, George. Enjoy heaven, laugh a lot.
Mary Hesson Arnold
April 24, 2019
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the DePillo family. Mr. DePillo was my 8th grade teacher at Greenfield Park Elementary in Detroit. He was an encouraging, thoughtful, caring and set a good example for his students. Mr. DePillo was a positive influence into my adulthood. I am grateful for his influence. My thanks to him.
Dick Heitholt
March 13, 2017
I was sorry that I belatedly ran across George's passing. I first met him when we played baseball in the Northern League. Fortiunately, I connected with him again as a Mott Fellow in Flint, Mi. A wonderful man, he would talk and demonstrate baseball hitting all day long. Always glad to have known a guy like George, who had few peers. Dick Heitholt, Quincy, Il
Monica (Push) Palmieri
January 17, 2017
Dear Flo and family,
I send my sympathy and condolences for your loss. George touched many lives and I am one in that group. I have many fond memories from the years of teaching at the Reading Center and knowing him and his dedication to education. My prayers are with all of you.
Theresa Radich
December 3, 2016
Flo, I am so sorry for your loss. George was such a great example for all Catholics. I'm so thankful for all his words of wisdom and the novenas he would give me. He will be missed by all the lives he touched.
Tim Dallacqua
December 3, 2016
Florence and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. George was always such a special friend and cousin to my father and mother. Our love to you and your family. God bless Tim and Rae Dallacqua
Michael Adamczyk
December 2, 2016
My condolences to the entire DePillo family. I worked with George for a short time in my first administrative position at Chippewa Valley Schools. We stayed in touch a bit after his retirement and he asked me to be a guest speaker for one of his graduate classes for which I am grateful. A kind and gentle man. He will be missed.
Brenda Cereceres
December 1, 2016
My condolences to the entire DiPillo family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 1, 2016
Dear Aunt Florence and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We were very glad to see you and Uncle George earlier this autumn. It was especially nice to have dinner with the two you and to get to talk about when Dad and Uncle George were kids in school and young men and how they worked together learning to play piano--among the many things we talked about that night. These are precious memories and we enjoyed sharing them with both of you. Our love and condolences are yours.
Hai and David DePillo
Patrick & Denise Bernwanger
December 1, 2016
To all the DiPillo family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. You have such a beautiful family, I can't imagine how proud your father must have been. Heaven has a new angel and he will share his spirit and blessings upon all of you. Denise & Patrick Bernwanger of Midlothian, Texas.
Marilyn Welton
December 1, 2016
Dear Florence,
I read so many things about George. What a good man he was, good husband and father, grandfather and great grandfather, scholar, teacher, baseball player. What I admire about George the most, though I didn't know him well, even though he is my son-in-law's father and grandfather to my three beautiful granddaughters and great grandfather to my three precious great grandchildren, was his faith in, his belief in, his relationship with our Triune God. Because of that reason alone, my heart and mind is at peace and I am smiling. May God bless you and yours in the days ahead . I know that our great God will fill them up with good things.
Sharon and Art Steinhauser
November 30, 2016
Dear Florence, all the children and grandchildren, we are so sorry to hear of George's passing,, a wonderful man who has touched the lives of, and inspired, so many. Love and peace, Sharon and Art Steinhauser
Annette Rudzewicz
November 29, 2016
Dear Flo and family...George was my Advanced Catechism instructor at St. Cyril & Methodius which started this Fall. I only knew him for a few months but feel so blessed to know such a man who was so knowledgeable in his faith. He shared so many great stories with us and gave us so many insights from experience that cannot be found in any books anywhere. I was in awe of him and am so thankful that our paths crossed because he truly inspired my life. God bless all of you and I will keep George and all of you in my prayers. Sincerely, Annette Rudzewicz
Dan Harris
November 29, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of George. I really liked George and thought highly of him. I would like the entire family to know that I am thinking of you all at this time.
Julia Sidebottom
November 29, 2016
My condolences to the entire family. I knew George many years while he was at both Chippewa Valley and at Warren Con. At one time I was even involved in the care of his father, which is how I met him. Both of these men were memorable in my life and blessed me in many ways. Again my deepest sympathy for your loss. I rejoice in his homecoming.
November 28, 2016
Florence, Marisa, Damien, Bernadette, John, Teresa and Paul,
The greatest patriarch of the greatest family of all times is now looking upon you with many blessings.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Gail Ganakas
Ted & Mary Ann Ponik
November 28, 2016
Dear Florence and Family - Our deepest condolences on George's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this challenging time.
Ray Sisung
November 28, 2016
George was a good friend to Nancy and I.He led change to Warren Consolidated. But more importantly, he continued to support and push Nancy and I for years!! Thank You George for all that you accomplished and for your friendship!!
Mike O'Brien
November 28, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Peace.
Ed Skiba
November 28, 2016
George was a great leader who wasn't afraid to make difficult choices. As a teacher, no Superintendent supported me like he did. He truly made a difference in my life! When I became an administrator, I had a great role model to lean on; he was fair, supportive and inspirational. He demanded a lot and set a great example for all. The world has lost a truly great educator!
Ed Skiba
Catherine Forsyth
November 28, 2016
I took a grad. class from Dr. DePillo in 1991. He was an outstanding teacher! His knowledge and wit will be missed.
Sue Kemp
November 28, 2016
Just received this sad news. Although we have not kept close touch for the past few years, George has entered into many of our conversations together. He was a man of many words and great feelings for people. We have great memories of him and will continue to remember him as a friend.
Shea Atallah
November 28, 2016
My dear friend George, a scholar and a gentleman. His intensity was a joy to behold. Such fervor, such fun. His enthusiasm was contagious. I'm grateful for the 17 years we spent together in our Theology Discussion Group at Colombiere. He must be so happy now to be on his way to meet the Lord he loved so much. My prayers are with him and with the family. God bless you, George.
Ruthie "Shea" Atallah
Ron Roberts
November 28, 2016
Chippewa Valley Schools is saddened today learning the loss of our former Superintendent, George DePillo. George was known to be very personable and often visited buildings and classrooms. He took great pride in using mnemonics to remember the name of each staff member. I specifically remember him visiting my first grade classroom at Clinton Valley Elementary. George made a difference. Ron Roberts, Superintendent, Chippewa Valley Schools
Lisa Shaker Knopp
November 27, 2016
To the Entire DiPillo family, I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to all of you. I know you are all going to be sad for quite some time, but Mr George has left you an amazing legacy. He meant a lot to many people, and in particular, to us, The Shaker Kids. Thank you for sharing him with us. Peace and hugs.
Carol Pieters
November 27, 2016
My heart feels an overwhelmingly "happy Ache" because I know that George has a great reward and will be eternally happy, but I ache that he will no longer be there for us to sit with as he shares all his wisdom and grace. Those were very special moments indeed! How I treasure every one of them...Reading Research Foundation, our nursery school, the time spent in Flint with us before Flo and the Kids moved to Flint... remind me sometime to tell you about the "frozen strawberries" at Howard Johnson's. I congratulate everyone who held him dear, because now we all have a great advocate for all of us from Heaven! Love you all! Carole and Noel
Tony Strocel
November 27, 2016
I didn't know Mr. DiPillo but I do know how fondly his siblings talked about him. That is a true testament to a great father. God Bless!
Frank and Mary Dolinshek
November 27, 2016
Dear Flo and Family,
We extend our sincerest sympathy in the passing of your dear husband,/ father,/ grandfather/great grandfather. George was truly a holy man, and always showed good example. May he rest in peace!
Jamal Hamady Lucky
November 27, 2016
Teresa,
It's been a really long time, but I remember your dad (love this photo of him) and was so sorry to see this. Thinking of you and your family.
Jamal
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