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1932
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2014
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George Delorto Obituary
WORCESTER - George L. Delorto, 81 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2014 at home surrounded by his loving family.
George is survived by his wife of thirty-eight years, Barbara A. (Chauvin) Delorto; his son, Leo G. Delorto and his wife Veronica of Auburn; three daughters, Tina M. Delorto and her husband Frank Hope of Lynn, Maureen A. and Lisa M. Delorto both of Auburn; six grandchildren, two great grandchildren and five step-grandchildren.
George was born in Worcester, the son of the late Leo and Alice (Bishop) Delorto. George grew up in Shrewsbury where he graduated from the former Major Beale High School, Class of 1952 and was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame. He resided in Shrewsbury till 1982 later moving to Worcester where he has lived for the past 32 years. George proudly served his country during the Korean War in the United States Navy. He worked as a truck driver for The Teamsters Local 170 for thirty two years retiring in 1988 and served on the executive board as recording secretary. He was a member of St. Anne's Church in Shrewsbury.
Services for George will be held on Friday, October 31, 2014 from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester with his graveside service at 10:30 a.m. at Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury. A period of calling hours for George will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2014 from 4-7 p.m. in the funeral home. Flowers are welcome or in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: St. Jude Children's Fund, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To share your thoughts and memory of George, please visit his personal guestbook at
www.mercadantefuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Delorto
Maureen
October 21, 2021
My hero, best father ever, I will miss you every day. You mean the world to me. Thanks for being my Dad
Roberta Higgins
November 3, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you Barbara, and your family. I was so sad to hear the news of Georges passing. I'm sure he is in a better place. What an honor it was to get to know George and take care of his teeth! Fondly, Roberta, his dental hygienist.
November 1, 2014
Barbara, I was so sad to read about George's passing. You and George were so kind to me when I started at 170. If I can do anything for you please let me know. All of my thoughts and prayers are with you. Lynne
Brenda Richard
October 31, 2014
Nothing can take away the Love that a heart holds..Sincere Sympathy to you all.
carl gentile
October 31, 2014
barbara sorry for loss prayers for george
Tammy Briggs
October 29, 2014
Tina Sorry for your loss, I am Thinking of You!
Norman Mungovan
October 29, 2014
Dear Delorto Family,
George was gentleman and a stand up guy. I worked with him at UPS - Local 170 and was a supporter of him on all his election campaigns.
Our prayers are with you all.
Your Cousin (Our grandmothers were sisters...Cecilia and Alice),
Norman Mungovan
Dr. Timothy Hoffman
October 29, 2014
Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.
Deborah Wise
October 29, 2014
Moe, Tina, Lisa & Leo, Please accept my deepest condolences on Uncle Georges passing, take comfort in the precious memories you have all made...just a phone call away if you need anything.
Sending lots of love and prayers you way.
Debbie
Brian Sullivan
October 28, 2014
I knew Mr. Delorto from the Teamsters Union many years ago. Always enjoyed talking to him, he was a very good man. Sorry to the family, Mr. Delorto will be remembered.
Kathleen Erickson
October 28, 2014
Dear Maureen, Tina, Lisa and your entire family. I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He will always be over your shoulder and in your heart, spirit and mind. Please know that I am thinking of you with the most sincere sadness. He was so handsome and I remember that twinkle in his eye when we were just teenagers. I will see you soon. Love, Kat.
Tina
October 28, 2014
one more thing Dad dont worry about Lisa
October 28, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to you, Maureen, and to your family. Though your Dad has gone to a better place, all of the wonderful memories that you have will live on forever in your heart. Pat & Mike Hill
Maureen Delorto
October 28, 2014
Bye my sweet Daddy, I will miss you more than I can imagine, you are my hero, my friend, my soft shoulder I could always count on. It will never be the same without you here. I love you. Just me Moe
Tina
October 28, 2014
Dad I know you will live in my heart forever.The best dad a girl could ask for. The bravest man I've ever known.I will love you with all my heart and. Soul forever.
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