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Philip Cordaro Obituary
Born on Aug. 27, 1929, in Dunmore, Pa., he was the son of the late Giuseppe and Rosina (Crucilla) Cordaro. He was a United States Army veteran serving from 1946 to 1948. In 1954, he relocated to Honesdale from Dunmore and opened the restaurant and started a coffee truck route. He and his wife owned and operated Cordaro's Restaurant for more than 64 years. He touched many people on his journey through life, helping where he could.
He was passionate and very active in the Honesdale Booster Club, the Stinger football program, a Lions Club member and served on the WIDCO board. He loved to play golf and had played on his own bowling team. He sponsored Phil's Diner Little League team for many years. He established and operated the very first concession stand on-site of the Honesdale High School football field and, for many years, served breakfast for the Honesdale football teams on game day.
In addition to his wife, Phil is survived by his daughter, Rosina Cordaro; three sons, Philip and wife, Patsy (Van Orden) Cordaro; James and wife, Leslie (Mikulak) Cordaro; and Joseph and wife, Kelly (Watson) Cordaro; his sister, Angie Cordaro Richards. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Lt. Col. Philip Cordaro, United States Army, Jennifer (Cordaro) Suhosky, Michelle (Cordaro) Rickard, Anna (Cordaro) Avery, 2nd Lt. Joseph Cordaro, United States Army, Carley Cordaro, Duncan Cordaro and many great-grandchildren.
Philip was also preceded in death by his son, Michael, in 1958; his grandson, Justin, in 2013; brothers, Joseph and Samuel; and sisters, Grace Gaetano, Mary Giambra and Josephine Cerato.
A Memorial Mass was celebrated Monday, Sept. 10, at St. Mary Magdalen Church, Honesdale, at 10 a.m. Interment followed in St. Mary's Cemetery.
Arrangements by Hessling Funeral Home Inc., 428 Main St., Honesdale.
Memorial contributions can be made to Wayne Memorial Home Health and Hospice, 601 Park St., Honesdale, PA 18431.
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for Philip Cordaro
James Landers
September 21, 2018
I will miss you ' you was a fried of all.say hi to my mom & dad when you get to heaven"your locksmith.
thomas ruane
September 16, 2018
Condolences to family
Cathy Kovsleski
September 11, 2018
My condolences to the family.
DIANE Johns-Heck
September 9, 2018
John and Diane Heck are heartbroken!
Weve known Phil for18 years. He was a real good man, great dad and good friend. He will be sorely missed.
Regina Wood Pollard
September 9, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have fond memories of him from my years growing up as his neighbor. I'm sorry for your loss.
Lennie James
September 8, 2018
My sincere condolences to all of his
family. In the many years of knowing
him,I always will remember his kind
and gentle personality. He always made
a concerted effort in making his
restaurant patrons happy and pleased
with all that he offered them. This
tradition of hospitality continues on.
Phil was a successful pioneer in his
field,and will be surely missed.
Robert & Ceil Drake
September 8, 2018
We're so very sorry for your loss.he surely was a nice person.I remember working for him at the age 19 or 20. May he rest in peace.
Alan Segal
September 8, 2018
My condolences to all the family. I have fond memories of going to Phil's Diner on weekends many years ago after bowling with friends. Recently while having dinner at Cordaros, I got to see and talk with Phil and his wife a few times. We shared fond memories and caught up with present times. He was a great man and helped many in his community. He was also a great cook! His memory will live on and he will be greatly missed.
Kathy and Bob Dougher
September 8, 2018
Always a smile and talking to all the customers !!! Will be serving coffee to all in heaven !!! God bless him and all the family !!!!
Kathy and Bob Dougher
Cathy Cordaro
September 7, 2018
So sorry to hear of Phil's passing. I have fond memories of the family get togethers at his home. He was a wonderful man, husband & father and will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Audrey Hunt
September 7, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of your passing you did so much for me as I learned to cook for you and enjoyed all of times I had in the kitchen and how you taught me so much will miss you
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