Dawn E. (DiBiaso) Ledden, 46, of Vineland passed away on Monday, March 21, 2011, at home.
Dawn was born in Vineland to Joe and Margie (Evans) DiBiaso and lived in Vineland all her life. She graduated from Vineland High School, Class of 1982. Dawn was an animal control officer for the city of Vineland for six years and more recently she was employed by the Vineland Board of Education as a school bus driver. Dawn was a member of Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church of Vineland. She enjoyed going to the beach.
Survivors include her loving husband of 14 years, Andrew "Andy" Ledden of Vineland; three sons, Stephen and Daniel Kreck and Andrew Ledden Jr., all at home; a stepdaughter, Krystal Butenewicz and her husband Dave of Malaga; grandson, David Butenewicz III at home; sister, Annette Greico and her husband Michael of Vineland; brother, Michael DiBiaso and his wife Jennifer of Newfield; father, Joe DiBiaso and his wife Norma; mother, Margie DiBiaso, all of Vineland; also several nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home, 1024 E. Landis Ave., with the Rev. Bruce Sophia officiating. Burial will be private. Visitation hours are from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Dawn's memory may be sent to the CCSPCA, 1244 N. Delsea Drive, Vineland, NJ 08360.
Written condolences to the family may be emailed to: [email protected].
Arrangements were entrusted to Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home, Vineland.
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Marcia Possumato-Shipley
March 29, 2011
To Michael, Annette and Ledden family. I am very sorry for your loss. My contact with Dawn was on a professional basis, however, it appears to me that she was loved by many and will be sadly missed. God Bless. . . you are all in my prayers.
Terri Lane
March 28, 2011
The Dibiaso and Ledden Families, So Sorry to hear of Dawns passing . Although its been many years since we all lived in the old neighborhood , we know all too well, how devastating cancer ravages familes .......as we lost our father to the dreaded disease.
All of you touched by this loss are in our thoughts and prayers.Sincerely , Ms . Terri Lane and Family
Elleana Martinez
March 27, 2011
Dawn i may have onlty known you for a year or so but you were a wonderful angel may your soul rest in peace you where a wonderful woman it sad that you have passed but god needed an angel up in heavn god bless your family
Tricia Kopreski
March 27, 2011
For Dawn; may your soul rest easily, along a beautiful shoreline.
For Dawn's family; may your loving and fondest memories serve to ease your grief now and always
With Love and sincere sympathy
Tricia Kopreski & Randall Maldonado
Cindi LoGuidice
March 27, 2011
To the DiBiaso & Ledden families, I am so sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful person with a huge heart. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Cindi LoGuidice
Theresa Marroccelli
March 27, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Dawn will be missed.
Julynn Romano
March 26, 2011
Andrew my heart goes out to you and your family during this time of sorrow. If you need me im here. Mrs. Romano
Ruth (Acosta) Guenther
March 25, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Dibiaso/Ledden families. Dawn was a High School Classmate of mine!!! May God Bless you all in your time of Sorrow. God has received Another Beautiful Angel!
Carmen Velez
March 25, 2011
To Dibiaso and Ledden family. May God grant you all the comfort for your loss. I graduated with Dawn and I will always remember her sweet smile. Very nice person. God Bless.
March 25, 2011
Margie and family
My family's prayers are with you.
Jack Mazza
Tammie Auberzinski
March 25, 2011
Sorry for your lost.
Tiffany Caruso
March 25, 2011
Andy and family - I am so sorry for your loss - I will always remember Dawn...espicially when the boys would get into trouble - I always knew the boys did something wrong when Dawn would holler for them outside and they were hiding inside my house with Dougie, hahaha...You all were great neighbors and great friends - my thougts are with all of you.
March 25, 2011
So sorry to hear about Dawn. My thoughts and prayers are will you.
Wendy Lugiano-Agliano
Linda Hecker Gray
March 25, 2011
Dear Annette and Family,
my sincere sympathies on the loss of your beautiful sister. My prayers are with you.
Tammy McDowell Green
March 25, 2011
Andy, Margie, Annette, Michael & family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I haven't seen Dawn for many years, but remember having some really great times with her. She was a wonderful kind hearted person, and will be missed deeply by everyone who knew her. My prayers are with each and everyone of you.
Art Lewis
March 25, 2011
Andy, So sorry for your loss.
Michelle Massalone-Cross
March 24, 2011
Andy, Stevie, Danny, Drew and Krystal-there are no words that can soothe your grief right now , but know Dawn was the light of so many lives and truly lived to love and care for her family. She will continue to look down and protect, guide and love you all always-pls. never forget that!!-All of our love-Michelle, Robert, Megan and Faith
March 24, 2011
Andy,Stevie, Danny, and Drew, I am so sorry to hear about Dawn. Just want to guys to know that you all are in my prayers. Dawn was Antoinette's only true friend and for that I want to say she made her very happy to know she always had someone to depend on when no one else would listen. so sorry. May God be with you all. Robert Grimaldi Sr. Sorry I can't be there with you in your time of need. please stay in touch with us here in Tennessee
Bass Family
March 24, 2011
Andy, Stevie, Krystal, Danny, Drew: I am so sorry...Dawn will be missed so much...:( Love you guys! Love, Steven, Andrea, Morgan Emma, David and Ely Bass
Gunnar Nordberg
March 24, 2011
Andy and Krystal, we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.
Gunnar and Linda Nordberg
Heather Cooper
March 24, 2011
Dear family of Dawn (Dibiaso) Ledden, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I have heard many happy stories of Dawn from my late mother-in-law (Antoinette Grimaldi) and I was fortunate enough to meet her while she was visiting our Mom (Antoinette). Even though I met Dawn only once, she left me with a good impression. I knew Dawn to be a very kind, warm, understanding, and happy individual. If Mom were still alive, this would break her heart all over again. I know for certain that Antoinette loved Dawn like a sister, and anyone who knew Dawn knows that she was a blessing and a joy to everyone around her. Our hearts go out to you, and your family will be in our prayers. God Bless You All.
Robert Grimaldi
March 24, 2011
I know how hard this must be for all of you. My mother (Antoinette) recently passed away as well. It is a difficult time and it will get harder as well as easier as the days go by. I felt as if the world was going to collapse around me. my mother was special to me as I know yours was. if you would like to contact me and talk about it. You can e-mail me at [email protected] I also have a facebook. Please contact me if you need support. I can't help in a material way, but I can provide emotional support for this difficult time. Dawn was my mother's best and most trusted friend. it saddens me greatly that I cannot be there for her and for all of you.
Lisa Ann DiNunzio
March 24, 2011
Dear Ledden Family,
I was heartbroken as I read the sad news today in the newspaper of Dawn's passing. I met her years ago when her son Andrew attended the preschool where I was director. Dawn was so friendly, and we talked often. She was a great Mother, and always involved in our school functions. I ran into her just a few years ago, and she proudly took out a photo from her wallet of Andrew to show me how much he had grown...again, such a loving & proud Mom! I just want you all to know that you are in my thoughts & prayers, and again, I'm so deeply sorry for your loss!
Barb Minchin
March 24, 2011
just to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers...there are no words that take away the pain of her loss, she died too young. It was an honor to have cared for her over the years.
With our deepest sympathies,
The staff of Dr. George Petruncio
Barb, Margie, Eleanor, Yvonne, Kim, Doc, and Dianne
March 24, 2011
Mike, Jennifer,Dawn's Family and the Dibiaso Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
With love,
Grandmom and Aunt Nancy
Fred Norelli
March 24, 2011
I have no words. She departed too soon. She will be terribly missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Fred Norelli and family
Cathy Stant
March 24, 2011
To the Ledden and Debiaso families I am so sorry for your loss. I graduated with Dawn as well and had the pleasure of working with her at the police department and getting to know her on a personal level. My sincerest sympathies.
Bev Greco
March 24, 2011
Andy & family - Although words are of little comfort, please know that all of us at the SPCA have been deeply saddened by Dawn's passing. She was a compassionate, kind hearted lady; a friend to us as well as to the animals. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Bev Greco, Staff & Board of Directors of the Cumberland County SPCA
Rosalie Costa
March 24, 2011
Margie, Condolences to you and your family on the loss of your daughter.
Rosalie Costa
Debbie Herrera
March 24, 2011
Andy, Margie, Annette - Please accept our sincerest condolances for the loss of your beautiful wife, daughter, and sister. We know Dawn will watch over all of you; especially Stephen, Danny, Drew, Krystal, and Baby David. You all have an Angel to watch over you and keep you safe.
With Love, Herbie & Debbie (Kaspar) Herrera
Kerri Crowley
March 24, 2011
To the Dibiaso and Ledden family I am so sorry for your loss. I graduated high school with Dawn we had alot of good times together. She was a wonderful person my prayers are with you.
Kerri Crowley
March 24, 2011
DEAR MARGIE, ANNETTE, MICHAEL & DAWN'S FAMILY,
MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU.EVEN THOUGH I HAVEN'T LIVED IN N.J. FOR YEARS I STILL REMEMBER DAWN AND HOW SWEET SHE ALWAYS WAS TO ME. SHE LEFT US ALL TOO SOON.
WITH LOVE & SYMPATHY,
MARY ELLEN
March 24, 2011
DEAREST MARGIE,ANNETTE, MICHEAL & DAWN'S FAMILY,
MY HEART BREAKS FOR YOUR LOSS. DAWN WAS A JOY FOR THOSE WHO KNEW HER. EVEN THOUGH I HAVE BEEN AWAY FROM VINELAND FOR MANY YEARS I CAN STILL REMEMBER HOW SWEET DAWN WAS. SHE LEFT US FAR TO EARLY.
SYMPATHY & LOVE, MARY ELLEN
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