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Joseph Dellapi Obituary

Joseph P. Dellapi, age 76, of Pembroke, formerly of Duxbury, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Feb. 14, 2014, at the BID-Plymouth Hospital in Plymouth. He was born in Boston, the son of the late Joseph A. and Ardita (Bevelaqua) Dellapi. Joe was a truck driver for St. Johnsbury Trucking Company for 32 years. He was also a dispatcher and call firefighter for the Duxbury Fire Department. For the last 15 years, he was a driver for the Village of Duxbury. Joe was also a member of the Pembroke Sportsmen Club. Joe was an amazing, caring man who loved his family and friends very much. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Jean (Maria) Dellapi. He is also survived by his two children; Kathryn (Dellapi) Tobey and son-in-law, Kevin Tobey of Fairfax, VT and Joseph P. Dellapi, Jr. of Florence, S.C. He was the proud grandfather to three wonderful grandchildren; Mariah Dellapi and Tucker Dellapi both of Florence, S.C. and Mikayla Tobey of Fairfax, Vt.. He was the brother of Robert Dellapi and his wife Minna of Teaticket, MA, and brother-in-law to Robert Maria and his wife Nancy of Duxbury, MA. Visiting hours at the Shepherd Funeral Home, 216 Main Street, (Rte. 106), Kingston, on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2014, from 4 - 7 p.m. Funeral services at the Shepherd Funeral Home, Kingston, on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2014, at 9 a.m. followed by his funeral Mass at the Holy Family Church, 601 Tremont Street, Duxbury, at 10 a.m. Interment services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Lung Association, 155 W. Wacker Drive, Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60601, telephone number: 1-800-LUNGUSA, www.lung.org. Most importantly, in memory of Joe, please give a smile to the next person you see. For directions and online condolences, visit www.shepherdfuneralhome.com. Shepherd Funeral Home Kingston 781 585-4453

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Feb. 18, 2014.

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Judy Maccaferri

February 22, 2014

I met Joe about five years ago through Herbalife. I always liked Joe and thought of him as a kind, caring person and a true gentleman. I enjoyed the group e-mails he would send out as they made me smile. It was always evident how much he loved his family, and he spoke of Jean so often that I felt I knew her personally. I am sorry I just learned of this, or I would have attended Joe's wake to pay my respects to a wonderful human being.

Francis Podbielski

February 19, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Jean.

Kathy and Steve Becker

February 19, 2014

Jean and Family,

We are so sorry for the sudden loss of Joe. Joe was such a gentleman and good neighbor. I enjoyed our occasional talks outside and he always looked out for our house when we were away. It was truly appreciated. He will be greatly missed. Our love and prayers to you and your family.

Mary Kay Moore

February 19, 2014

I am so very sorry. I know that you all have wonderful memories of Joe. Capitalize on them and find peace.

In love and sympathy,
Mary Kay

Phil

February 19, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Know that you are not alone, draw close to God and he will draw close to you.

Sue Farrington

February 19, 2014

Jean & family
So deeply saddened by the news of Joe's sudden passing...18 yrs knowing and working with this kind, gentle man with a big smile and heart of gold! Treasure all your wonderful memories!
Sending you peace, love and strength

Lynn DeHart

February 18, 2014

Joe and I went on wonderful trips every week during the many years I worked as an activity coordinator at Allerton House. No matter the trip, we laughed and declared it the best trip ever. I still am connected to the Village at Duxbury through the weekly Ecumenical Church services that I organize. Every time I saw Joe, we gave each other warm hugs and talked.
One day I stepped onto the bus filled with residents who were about to leave on a trip with Joe driving. I got their attention and said, "Do you realize that you have Joe as your driver? He is the best of the best! You are so lucky to have him!" Then I hugged Joe and went on home.
Joe was my dear friend and I will miss him always.

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