Patrick Americo "Pat" DiTucci

Patrick "Pat" Americo DiTucci, a fiercely independent man who truly loved people, passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the age of 87, following a full days work. Even in his later years, Pat remained active, engaged, and proud to be working and connecting with others.

Pat was born in Woburn, the beloved son of Joseph and Rose DiTucci, and enjoyed a wonderful childhood growing up there. He was a graduate of Woburn High School, where he was a standout baseball player. His talent earned him a full scholarship to Curry College, where he studied accounting. Driven by a strong sense of duty, Pat left college early to enlist in the United States Army.

Pat proudly served for three years, much of that time stationed in Germany. It was during his military service that he met his future wife and fellow soldier, Sandra Waugh. Sandra was stationed at the 75th Station Hospital in Stuttgart, Germany. When she arrived by train, a young soldier named Pat DiTucci was there to pick her up and bring her to the barracks. Pat later admitted he was instantly mesmerized by her beauty. After a pleasant conversation during the drive, they parted ways-only to cross paths again the very next day when Sandy became lost navigating the hospital corridors. Pat recognized her immediately and helped her find her way. That chance meeting sparked a friendship that soon blossomed into a lasting romance.

After both were discharged from the Army, Sandy moved to Woburn, and the couple married on May 3, 1964, in a grand Italian wedding celebration that lasted well into the early morning hours. Their love and spirit remained strong for the next 64 years.

Pat and Sandy worked alongside his parents at Joe D's Restaurant in Burlington before eventually taking over the business when his parents retired. They successfully ran the restaurant until 1985. Sandy was the main cook, while Pat assisted her and worked the front of the house-much safer for Pat, who was known to be somewhat accident-prone in the kitchen.

Following their years in the restaurant business, Pat went to work for Burlington Taxi, where he spent nearly three decades driving throughout Burlington, Woburn, and making countless airport runs. During his downtime, he could often be found at St. Margaret's Church, quietly reading his newspaper. When Uber first emerged, Pat was skeptical, but he eventually embraced the change, becoming an Uber driver himself. He drove until the day he passed and was immensely proud of his five-star driver rating. He never needed a GPS and could strike up a conversation with just about anyone.

Pat had a competitive spirit and a deep love of sports. He coached Babe Ruth and semi-professional baseball teams in Woburn and surrounding communities and was a walking encyclopedia of sports knowledge. A devoted fan of all Boston professional sports teams, he held a special place in his heart for the Red Sox. He tried to watch every game, acting like a coach from his couch. Pat could predict pitches just by watching how a pitcher gripped the ball and would call them out as if the batter could hear him. His commentary, critiques, and animated gestures made watching a game with him a memorable experience.

Pat was truly one of a kind. He could be stubborn and fiercely independent, yet he would go out of his way to help anyone in need. He had a remarkable gift for conversation and could always find a connection with others. He never forgot a name, even if decades had passed since he last saw someone. Generous and kind, Pat consistently put the needs of others before his own.

He was a devoted and protective father and grandfather who worried endlessly about his family. Sunday morning family breakfasts were especially important to him. Pat was known for his many humorous sayings and quirky habits, including never saying "goodbye" at the end of a phone call.

He enjoyed testing his luck at Encore Casino with his companion Miss Kay on Wednesdays and enjoying each other's company every Saturday for dinner. Each taking turns on where to go for dinner and usually opting for going to their favorite place was the Chateau in Burlington where the servers knew them by name. Nightly, they would be on the phone watching the same baseball game or game show each given their opinions. Both were avid sports fans and enjoyed their time spent together both looking forward to it.

Pat lived life on his own terms, never wanting to burden others, but instead choosing to support and care for them. His sudden passing is difficult to accept, but in many ways, it reflects who he was-quietly moving on without wanting to inconvenience anyone, much like his phone calls that ended without saying "goodbye."

Pat will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.

Pat was predeceased by his wife Sandra (Waugh) DiTucci, his parents, Joseph and Rose (Fiore) Ditucci and a brother Ralph DiTucci & his wife Marilyn.

Pat is survived by his beloved children, Corena DiTucci of Billerica, Cheryl DiTucci of San Antonio, TX., Christa DiTucci of Billerica, and Patrick DiTucci and his wife Gloria of Bellingham. He was the grandfather of Cynthia Cameron, Kayla Simpson and her wife Miranda, Marc Littlefield, Tyler Cotreau and his wife Caityln, Logan DiTucci, Carmine DiTucci, Giancarlo DiTucci, Serafina DiTucci. He was the great grandfather of Jacob and Shane. He was the uncle of Sonja Feraguto, Ralph DiTucci, Joe DiTucci, and Michael Raber.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his visiting hours on Monday, January 19, from 4 to 7pm at the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St. Burlington. His funeral services will start from the funeral home at 9am on Tuesday January 20, Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10am at St. Margaret Church in St. Veronica's Parish, 111 Winn St. Burlington. Services will conclude with a burial taking place in Calvary Cemetery, 686 Washington St., Winchester. Memorials in Pat's honor may be made to the Jimmy Fund at www.danafarber.jimmyfund.org.