Louis A. GiGi Derrico Sr.

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Louis Derrico Obituary

Louis A. GiGi Derrico, Sr., 100, formerly of Bethlehem, died Wednesday, November 9, 2011, in Westminster Village, Allentown. He was the loving husband of the late Rose (Shambora) Derrico, who died in 2009. One of 13 children, he was the son of the late Biaggio and Louisa (Cantelmi) Derrico. GiGi attended Juilliard School in NYC. He was an accomplished violinist, who played in the Philadelphia Philharmonic. He owned and operated Derricos Hardware Store for 25 years. Later, he worked for the Bethlehem Steel Corp., for 40 years in the #2 Machine Shop and as a door man. He was also a car salesman for Hauser Chevrolet. Survivors: Pop-Pop will be lovingly remembered by his sons Louis and his wife Anna of Bethlehem, John and his wife Lorraine of Fountain Hill; daughter Diane Petko and her husband Stan of Bath; brother Eddie; sisters Edith Flick and Louise DeRaimondo all of Bethlehem; 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Rick and daughter Jean Jordan. Services: 10 a.m. Mass on Monday, November 14, 2011 in Incarnation of Our Lord Parish, 617 Pierce St. Bethlehem, where the family will receive friends from 9 to 10 a.m. Contributions: May be made to the church. GiGis arrangements are entrusted to Cantelmi Funeral Home, Fountain Hill. Online condolences may be made at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Nov. 11, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Louis Derrico

11 Entries

Sherri Mondillo

December 8, 2011

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I will never forget Gigi. I will never forget the red lobster in his shadow box and him yelling across the room "Hey curly." I remember him teaching me a few steps when we were slow dancing. I loved that guy and I love you all! You guys were always there for him and Rose. You are such a warm and loving family and I am going to miss seeing all of you too!

Tina Lindenmoyer

November 23, 2011

To GiGi's family, My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. What a complete pleasure it was to get to know GiGi, Rose, and all of their caring and dedicated family. I'll always have such special memories of GiGi. He was quite the character and brought a smile to my face so many times. I'll never forget the time that I brought the mini drums in and he had such a great time playing them. He played so hard that he fell asleep with the drum sticks in his hands. For 99 years old at the time he sure could keep the beat. I also admired him for the deep love he had for his wife and family.

May God bless all of you always.

November 16, 2011

Buddy, Diane,Lorraine and family,
I just heard of your father's passing. I am so sorry that I didn't know because I would have attend his funeral. He and you Mom were so special and I remember growing up and being in their home many time. Please know that you are in my prayers and you now have 3 special angels in heaven.

Sincerely,
Helen Hutchinson Reichard Carter

Marisa & David Jackson

November 16, 2011

There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.

John De Raimondo

November 14, 2011

My deepest condolences to the Derrico clan on the passing of Uncle Gigi. I remember the family reunions with Uncle Gigi playing the mandolin & singing with Uncle Freddie. He will be missed.

Beth Hall

November 13, 2011

My thoughts & Prayers are with you at this difficult time. GiGi will be deeply missed by many people. He had touched some many peoples lives.The workers & residents @ Country Meadows Building 4-2. I had the pleasure of working with GiGi. He always made me laugh. May all the wonderful memories you have help you get through this difficult time. Gigi you can now be with Rose again. Rest in peace Gigi.I will miss you.
Beth Hall PCA 11-7 @ Country Meadows.

November 13, 2011

To the family, please accept my deepest sympathy. Uncle Louie is my Godfather and played a large role in my growing up. I will always cherish my relationship with Him.
Bob Stefanik, Bethlehem Pennsylvania

Pam Khoury

November 12, 2011

To my cousins,we loved Gigi,so glad we got to spend time with him at our reunions.As was already written.To know him was to love him and that was so true. He is with his Beloved Rose and children now. We had him for 100 years and will miss his warmth and humor,our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. Love Pam and Rose and families.

Paul Stefanik

November 11, 2011

My utmost condolences to you all. Uncle Louie was always a good uncle to me and will always be a part of my good memories.

Nephew Paul Stefanik

Emily Roxberry

November 11, 2011

My prayers and thoughts go out to the entire family. Pop Pop will be dearly missed.

Paul Knecht

November 11, 2011

Rest in peace my dear friend , Lou, GIGI, "Kid Lightening", you were a benefit to all of us that knew you well, for your kindness, and your humor, you were a delight to know. I worked with you for years at Hauser Chevrolet, and enjoyed every minute of your friendship. To know you was to Love You, we all did. Thanks for all the great memories, Lou, GiGi, 'Kid LIghtening". May the good Lord take a special liking as everyone did to you, Lou. With profound sympathy, Your friend, Paul Knecht

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