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David P. DiGirolamo Obituary

DiGirolamo David P. Of Newtown Square, died September 27, 2025, at the age of 77. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Marian M. (nee Rollo) DiGirolamo, parents Alfred and Elizabeth (nee Secamiglio) DiGirolamo, brother Frederick DiGirolamo, and sister Cynthia DiGirolamo. Father of David (Erin) DiGirolamo, Dennis (Sara) DiGirolamo, and Lauren (Thomas) Shirley. Also survived by grandchildren Brianna, Gabrielle, Miles, Jacquelyn, David, and Thomas. After graduating from Yeadon High School, David served in the Air National Guard for several years. He would then go into business first as a soft drink wholesaler then a beer wholesaler owning various retail locations in Philadelphia and Delaware County. Known by his friends and peers as "David Day," in 1997 David re-founded Day's Beverages in honor of his father who began the company 50 years earlier. David grew Day's Beverage from a South Philly brand into a regional powerhouse with national reach. A legend in the beverage world, David described he was most blessed to have six grandchildren and was most proud to be known as, "Pop Pop." Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday, 11 A.M. at St. Dorothy Church, 4910 Township Line Road, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 where his Funeral Mass will follow at 12 P.M. Interment SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in David's memory to PilotsToTheRescue.Org.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Sep. 30, 2025.

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4910 Township Line Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026

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St. Dorothy Church in Drexel Hill

4910 Township Line Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026

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4900 Township Line Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026

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Robert Arnold

Yesterday

Dennis, I am so sorry for your loss.
I will pray for you and your family. I work full time, and regrettably not able to attend the viewing or the church service, as I am working 9-6 on 10/3.
Sincerely,
Bob Arnold

John Mutch, III

Yesterday

My friend Dave was a remarkable human being who touched many hearts during his lifetime through his dedicated work ethic and quiet monetary donations. He always showed compassion and respected those who worked hard. The Catholic Church and his faith in Jesus Christ was paramount. He was God fearing but was brilliant and a "tiger" in the business world. Dave always pursued a fair and equitable deal ultimately but of course in the process came much fanfare! His voice was unique and unmistakable and wether you were a friend or business colleague his telephone greeting was always "Day's Beverage" !! I will always remember my kind, sweet friend forever in my heart and the incredible memories that were formed through our special relationship. I have been blessed and made a better person for knowing David.

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