Dominick Anthony Basciano

Dominick Anthony Basciano obituary, Newtown Square, PA

Dominick Anthony Basciano

Dominick Basciano Obituary

Visit the Donohue Funeral Home - Newtown Square website to view the full obituary.

Dominick Anthony Basciano, 78, of Margate, FL, formerly of Philadelphia, PA passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on December 11, 2024.

Born in 1946 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Dominick and Katherine (née Picciolo) Basciano. Dominick was the loving father of Anthony, Renee Skiles (Butch), Dominick(Danielle), Jeff, Samantha (Eddie); Poppie to Dominique, Ava, Lucy, Dominick III, Eddie, Eric, and Evan Skiles; brother of Maryann, Michael and the late Arthur Basciano. 

He was proud of his 42 years of recovery and his passion was for the NA program. He lived a no regret life and did his best to help and guide anyone who needed it. 

Dominick made a living as a union carpenter and retired at age 55. He fulfilled his dream of moving to Florida and traveling often. Dominick lived his best life every day, always had a smile and a love for music and dancing. He was very well known in the Delco area. Some say a legend. He was loved by many and especially by his family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Celebration of Life 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, Saturday, December 28, 2024 at the Donohue Funeral Home, 3300 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA, with his Eulogy to begin at 12:00 noon.   

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to Mirmont Treatment Center, 100 Yearsley Mill Rd, Lima, PA 19063, C/O Dominick Basciano.




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