Gaetano Di Lella

Gaetano (Guy) Di Lella, loving husband and father, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, at the age of 94, surrounded by his caring family. Gaetano is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Rita, daughter Antonietta, and son-in-law Richard Caldropoli. Cherished Nonno to grandson Mark and granddaughter Julia. He leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and cherished memories. Born and raised in Mirabello Sannitico, Italy, Gaetano was the son of Giovanni Di Lella and Giovanna Iademarco. He was predeceased by his brothers Antonio and sister-in-law Angela, Giuseppe, Nicola and sister-in-law Yolanda, and Pasquale. He is survived by two sisters-in-law Annunziata and Elisa, and many nieces and nephews in the United States, Canada, Italy, Belgium, and Switzerland. Gaetano served in the Repubblica Italiana military in 1952. After marrying Rita in Mirabello Sannitico in 1955, Gaetano immigrated to Chesterfield, England where he resided for 15 years. In 1970, he immigrated to the United States with his wife and daughter in pursuit of a better life and to join family. Gaetano has been a resident of Tarrytown, New York for 54 years. He was a member of the Tarrytown Seniors and ITALO. Gaetano worked in construction at Remodeling Consultants, as a machinist at Carlisle Corporation, and retired from Philips Research Laboratories in Briarcliff Manor. He was a dedicated, hardworking, and talented employee of the facilities department. Guy was always so appreciative of the opportunities he received and his friendships at Philips. Gaetano loved taking long walks through Tarrytown and spending time outdoors with his close friends hunting, fishing, and playing bocce. He enjoyed making homemade sauce and wine, which he shared with family and friends. He liked tending his vegetable garden and caring for his peach trees, from which Rita made the most delicious jam. He introduced his grandchildren Mark and Julia to the game of Scopa at a very young age, which then became a Sunday tradition. He often said he got “donuts” (zero points) during the score tally with his grandchildren! Above all, Gaetano cherished the moments spent with his family and friends. Whether gathered around the dinner table or sharing a card game, his warmth created bonds that lasted through the years. In his passing, Gaetano leaves behind a legacy of love, resilience, and devotion to family. He will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. John Paul II @ Immaculate Conception Church 199 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow NY 10591 in Gaetano’s memory. The family would like to thank Rita and Paco for their devotion in caring for Gaetano. Visitation Monday, August 26, 2024 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dwyer & Michael’s Funeral Home 90 N. Broadway, Tarrytown NY 10591 Funeral Mass Tuesday, August 27, 2024 Time 11:30AM St. John Paul II at Immaculate Conception Church 199 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow NY 10591 Burial Following Mass Tuesday, August 27, 2024 Time 12:45PM Sleepy Hollow Cemetery 540 North Broadway, Sleepy Hollow NY 10591

Gaetano Di Lella

February 2, 1930 - August 23, 2024