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Peter Del Grosso Obituary
PETER A. DELGROSSO (Age 90)
On December 15, 2011 from complications after an accident due to a distracted driver. Survived by his wife Elinor DelGrosso; son, Brian (Carol) DelGrosso; daughter, Paula (Marty) McGuire; grandchildren Rachel, Nick, Katie and Roz; brother Michael (Laura) DelGrosso; many nieces, nephews; great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. Visitation on Wednesday, December 21, 1 p.m. at St. Mark's Church, Adelphi Rd., Hyattsville, MD. followed by a Mass at 2 p.m. Interment private at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Lions Club or to St. Mark's Church.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Del Grosso
December 22, 2011
December 22,2011
To the Del Grosso family,
I did met Peter at the funeral of my uncle Vittorino Del Grosso in June of 1998.Peter a true Del Grosso:a strong ironman;like the metal that we DEL Grosso have artistically worked with for over 250 years,in Roseto Valfortore first and then in North America.I am Domenico the son of Mikele Del Grosso,Vittorino's older brother.My father as a young black smith apprendist,was often send, by his father,to help Peter's father Michele,known,affectionately as "ZIO MICHELUCCIO" in his shop before he emigrated to USA.I am sedden by the news of Peter's passing.Please accept my condolence. I will remeber PETER and You all in my Preyer.
Domenico Del Grosso, Clarkson,ON.CANADA
Peter J DelGrosso
December 22, 2011
To the DelGrosso family,
So sorry and saddened by recent developments. Cousin Pete, as we knew him, was kind, warm, wise, and a rock of the DelGrosso family. I will always recall his kind and encouraging words at a difficult time when he simply stated, "You're a DelGrosso." Also I will treasure a photo taken at my father's funeral which was taken of Pete, myself and my son, Peter. My thoughts go out to all.
Leonard Romano
December 21, 2011
Elinor and Family,
You and your family are in our prayers. we were so saddened to hear of your loss. You have our deepest sympathies. Pete and our families go way back. I'll never forget the time Pete came to my rescue at a crab feast when this city boy got too close to the crabs waiting to be cooked. On my finger it latched and I couldn't shake it off. What a shock for me and thanks to your honey, he saved me from being devoured by the monster Blue Crab.
All Our Love,
Lenny & Susan Romano
Sherry & Andy Levy
December 20, 2011
Aunt Elna, Paula & Brian you were blessed to have such a wonderful loving husband and father. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Uncle Pete you were like a second father to me and will be dearly missed. My heart is filled with sadness. I will always treasure the memories I have had with you and the family.
Dawn & David Zimmerman
December 20, 2011
Our thoughts & prayers go out to the family. Aunt Elna and Uncle Pete were a huge part of my husband's upbringing...and a pleasure for me as well. I wish we were closer to wrap our arms around you guys. Paula & Marty, our deepest sympathies. We wish you strength and hope you seek comfort in the glow of so many warm memories.
Sharon Stairs
December 20, 2011
Brian,
My prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Jan DeWitt
December 20, 2011
Brian,
My thoughts remain with you and your family, especially this week. You have my deepest sympathies.
Jan Darcy
December 20, 2011
Such an abbondanza of love and generosity. Uncle Pete was the epitome of a great Italian 'Godfather' - unconditionally there for us no matter what, with open heart and open doors. I'm so glad we had so many years to accumulate so many wonderful memories.
Maria Brenneman
December 19, 2011
Paula- My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time
Bob, Maria and Nick Brenneman
December 19, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
December 19, 2011
I will always remember you, Uncle Pete, for being a wonderful uncle, who made us all feel loved, welcomed and taken care of. You were and will always be a treasure! You left this world too early, we just weren't ready. And I look forward to seeing you again in heaven! I was so extremely lucky to have had in you my life for as long as I did. Love you dearly! Barbara Darcy (Cape Cod)
Larry Kirsch
December 19, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. DelGrosso's death. My condolences go out to the entire DelGrosso family - I know they have always been a very close and loving family.
December 19, 2011
We are all the better for having known him. Gini, NPB, FL
John McMillin
December 19, 2011
From all of Brian's co-workers at the Army Corps of Engineers. We have been praying for his parent's recovery since the accident and are deeply saddened at his father's passing. (Project Management Division (PPMD))
Paul Guerin
December 19, 2011
My condolences and prayers go out to the Del Grosso family.
Cara & Kim Sodt
December 19, 2011
Life won't the same without your Italian kisses and never-ending love. We'll miss you Uncle Pete!
Jimmy Goff
December 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Del Grosso family. There is not enough space to tell the various stories that I have in my memory of Mr. Del Grosso and family. He was such a wonderful man and I will always hold his kindess in my heart. I am so happy that the Lord aloud me to meet and share time with him during his time here on earth. My love to Mrs. Delgrosso, Paula and Brian and the entire extended family. You all were an important part of our family. With deepest sympathy on your loss, Jimmy Goff
Jed Moore
December 19, 2011
We are greatful that you were a part of our lives. God bless you Uncle Pete
Michelle Borda
December 19, 2011
Great man..our patriarch. He will be missed. Love you all.
December 18, 2011
Thanks Pete, you were a kind man. We had many good times at the American Legion. You will be missed.
Rick & Linda kriner
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