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Benjamin DeFelice Obituary
Benjamin Guy DeFelice, Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in Baltimore, MD on May 12, 2025 at the age of 92. He was born to the late Luigi and Anna on October 13, 1932.
He is the beloved husband of Joyce DeFelice (nee Kellner), devoted father of Sheree, Benjamin Jr. and his wife Kim, Trisha and her husband Rick, and Louis. Benjamin, fondly known as Pop-Pop, also cherished his grandchildren Shannon, Brandon, Morgan, Kirsten, Jenna, Brent, Lacey, Gabriella, Ricky, Giovanna, Hunter and Ava. He is also the great-grandfather of Rhyan, Kayden, Landon, Meyer and Mycah.
An avid musician, he played the keyboard with the band "High Five," sharing his passion for music and bringing joy to countless audiences. His love for music was matched only by his talent as an excellent cook. His Italian heritage was also particularly important to him. In addition to his many talents, Benjamin exemplified the spirit of perseverance, playing softball until his late 70s with the Dundalk Seniors, showcasing his vibrant energy and zest for life.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Benjamin's life at a public viewing held at Connelly Funeral Home of Dundalk, 7110 Sollers Point Road, on Thursday May 15, 2025, from 2-8 PM. A funeral mass will take place at Our Lady of Fatima, 6400 E Pratt Street, on Friday May 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery, 7401 German Hill Road.
In honoring Benjamin's memory, we invite you to join us in celebrating a remarkable man whose life and contagious smile touched so many. May we carry his spirit of love and joy forward in our hearts.
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Memories and Condolences
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Beverly Sewell Krizan
May 16, 2025
My Deepest Condolences to Joyce and Family of the passing of Benny. Very fond memories of years past when we saw each other frequently at the Blue Star Club dances and get togethers enjoying the High Five´s music. Benny played so well and was a great part of the band. May he Rest In Peace.
Genie
May 13, 2025
I will never forget growing up on making street around the corner from all my aunts and uncles they all treated with so much love uncle Ben was so good to me as a kid he gave me his varsity sweater from school would always buy me ice cream from the truck I will miss u uncle Ben as I do all of them how lucky I am to have had all of them in my life I can't believe
They all gone but they r still with us on our mines and heart they r all together now and us that r left never forget them love you all genie
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