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Anthony DiBiase Obituary
DiBiase Sr., 84
WESTBROOK -- Anthony (Andy) Dominic DiBiase Sr., 84, passed away on Sept. 11, 2011, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on Feb. 1, 1927, and was the youngest son of Santo and Lucia DiBiase. Andy was raised in Portland. He lived in the family home on Warren Avenue for 73 years. The last 10 years of his life Andy resided in Westbrook.
Andy married Stella M. Ferrante of Portland and raised their four children in the family home.
He is survived by his four children: Richard and wife Gina and two grandchildren, Melissa and Nicholas of Portland; a daughter, Andrea DiFillipo and her two children, Samuel and Sophia of Westbrook; a son, Anthony Jr. and wife Shelly and their two children, Kiana and Kaytlin of Portland; and son, Matthew and wife Lisa and their children, Faith and Owen of Westbrook. All were the light that warmed his heart. Andy is also survived by a brother Dominic and his wife Eleanor of Windsor Locks, Conn.; as well as many family members.
Andy was always giving of himself to his family, along with many friends and strangers. He owned and operation Andy's Body and 'Andy's Auto Service' of Warren Avenue in Portland. He also worked for Casco Bottling Co. and Cumberland York Distribution of Portland. After he retired, he did small jobs for everyone who needed him.
He served in the U.S. Navy, on the NTC Sampson, N.Y.; stationed out of New London, Conn.; as a seaman First Classman from 1943-1946 and was awarded the World War II Victory medal.
Andy enjoyed fishing, hunting, and all his grandchildren's activities, 'Especially those darn Red Sox!' A few of his friends would visit and before you knew it, he'd have them playing cards, Rummy and Skip-Bo were his favorites.
He loved his wife's Italian cooking (especially those that his mother taught her). He loved the entire DiBiase family. He'd say 'I'm the luckiest man in the world,' especially when he went to Italy in 2008 with his son Matthew, brother Dominic and nephew Dana. It is there where he met three of his first cousins and other relatives. They were ever so kind and generous. It was spectacular.
To his surprise, he went again to Italy, this time with his beloved nephew Bill, his daughter Suzette and grandchildren, Ashley and Jake. Their relationship was more like brothers. His dream was to walk the same street his parents did. He said, 'It was a wonderful feeling.' I can't emphasize how much his family and friends meant to him.
Family and friends are invited to gather from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16, 2011, at Independent Death Care of Maine, 660 Brighton Ave., Portland. Prayers will be held at the funeral home at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 673 Stevens Ave., Portland. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery. To offer words of condolence and share memories with the family, please go to the obituary page at www.independentdeathcare.com.
He will be greatly missed by all.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations made to St. Joseph's Church for restorations.
Anthony (Andy) Dominic DiBiase Sr.
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vaughn dibiase
October 10, 2012
r.i.p andy...
gerry grosso
September 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rob Noonan
September 15, 2011
My deepest condolances to all of you! Andy and Stella were always so kind to us when we visited as kids. I often thought of Andy whenever I drove by the old house next to Happy Wheels on Warren Ave. and the brief time I spent in that neighborhood.
May he rest in Peace knowing he was loved,
Robert Noonan and Family
Karla Bridges
September 15, 2011
Andrea, I remember sleepovers at your house next to the roller rink, and I remember your parents as being two of the kindest parents I had ever had the pleasure of meeting. I am so sorry for your loss, God bless.
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Shelly DiBiase
September 15, 2011
Pa,
It was an honor to have you as a Father-In-Law for seventeen years. I could not have asked for a better man to welcome me into your family. Every single person you came in contact with in your eight-four years of life, was affected by you. You touched people in a way that only you could do. Family was everything to you and anyone who spent five minutes talking to you would know that. Anthony tells me that you went to every single one of his football games when he was growing up and you always had positive things to say to him...even when he had a bad game. He looked forward to the talks you would have after a game. You were so proud of Anthony and he knows that because he tells me. When your children were all grown up and they had children of their own, you continued the tradition of going to your grandchildren's sport games. There were many games to see and sometimes you would have to choose which one to go to if they were at the same time, but you always made up for it at the next game. Kiana and Kaytlin loved seeing you at their games and if you weren't there, they would ask, "Where is Papa?" I will always remember the very last game you went to this past summer. It wasn't a game of Kiana's or Kaytlin's...instead it was your grandson Nick's baseball game. And I remember it well because Nick hit a homerun "out of the park" at Hadlock field. You were so excited and proud. I am glad I was there to see the expression on your face. It was priceless...That is just who you were. A simple man who didn't ask much of anyone. The only thing you wanted was to make sure everyone was happy and because of you Pa, we are...You will be deeply missed and we will keep you close to our hearts always...We love you Papa...PS-Take care of my mom for me and tell her I love her...
Matthew DiBiase
September 14, 2011
My Dad was Anthony “Andy” Di Biase Sr. He passed away Sunday evening @ 6:30. My mother Stella, brothers Anthony & Rick, sister Andrea, 1st cousin Joyce and her husband Jimmy, My wife Lisa and myself were all by his side holding him and telling him how much we loved him.
It was the hardest thing I had ever done watching him slip away. But it was also one of the most beautiful things I had ever seen. He knew it was his time and would not go until everyone was there. My brother Rick and Joyce and Jimmy were the last to arrive.
He hadn’t opened his eyes for 24hr. He opened them for a few minutes just starring. I believe he was seeing if we were all there. He closed them and his breathing slowed. We told him it was ok to go and how much we loved him and will miss him. We told him that his mom and dad missed him very much. I told him that I loved him and he was my best friend. I thanked him for everything he had done for me. A short time after that he opened his eyes for the last time for a while as his breathing slowed. He wanted to see all of us for the last time. He slowly closed his eyes and went to heaven.
He was the most amazing man I had ever met. I was blessed, that man was my father. All my life I wanted to be just like him. He made me into the man I am today. I will deeply miss him.
Anthony DiBiase JR
September 14, 2011
Dad,
I am glad to have been raised by the greatest man that ever walked the face of the earth. You have shown me how to be a true man. I want to thank you for the very best 39 years of my life. You have touched the lives of everyone around you. You have set the bar high. I just hope I can be half the man you ARE. I love you with all my heart. I will not say goodbye, but see you again someday. I love you DAD, and thanks for everything.
Love your son,
Anthony Dominic DiBiase JR
vaughn dibiase
September 14, 2011
he was a great man and dad i could only wish to know what it was like to have a dad like sr.we love you and will miss you bud go sox....vaughn shelley and antonio dibiase
Ann & Robert Stuart
September 14, 2011
A good man has passed on.....our deepest sympathies to his loved ones.
Jim Kilbride
September 14, 2011
Rick,
I remember your Dad as your greatest fan; I will be lifting you and your family up in prayer in the days ahead.
What a great life he had and shared with so many…
Cindi Earles
September 14, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Andy was a great man. My he rest in peace!
Gene Leighton
September 14, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Judith Lawrence Leighton
September 14, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mark Dick
September 14, 2011
Lisa and Matt,
I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of Andy. I didn't know him, but from what I've just read he was a remarkable person and enjoyed his last few years. God bless all of the DiBiase family and may time and awesome memories of Andy sooth your hearts. Take care
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