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DiPrimio Anthony PhD On April 25, 2014 of Washington Twp. Age 80. Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee DeFusco). Devoted father of Denise Kalman (Victor) and Anthony DiPrimio (Dawne). Loving grandfather of Nicholas. Anthony DiPrimio was born on September 14, 1933 in Philadelphia, PA, to parents who immigrated from Italy. That same day a baby girl,Continue Reading
DiPrimio
Anthony PhD
On April 25, 2014 of Washington Twp. Age 80. Beloved husband of Eleanor (nee DeFusco). Devoted father of Denise Kalman (Victor) and Anthony DiPrimio (Dawne). Loving grandfather of Nicholas.
Anthony DiPrimio was born on September 14, 1933 in Philadelphia, PA, to parents who immigrated from Italy. That same day a baby girl, Eleanor, was born a few miles away. They would meet, marry and journey through life together for 58 years. Through their combined efforts, they would achieve the American Dream.
While attending South Philadelphia High School he excelled as both a student and an athlete. He earned the nickname “Horse” while playing football, an early indication of his strength. In recognition of his accomplishments he was inducted into both the South Philadelphia High School Cultural Hall of Fame and Athletic Hall of Fame. While working to pay for his education, Anthony continued to play football at LaSalle University and completed his undergraduate degree in business administration. He earned a masters degree in applied economics from the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School and a doctorate in organizational communication and management from Temple University.
His career began at 7 years of age delivering newspapers and culminated in senior executive positions with Lewistown Hospital, Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center, and First Union Bank. Teaching students was an important part of Anthony’s life. He began as adjunct faculty at LaSalle University and Temple University. He went on to become the first dean of the School of Business Administration at Holy Family University and Director of the Graduate Program in Human Resources Management. He published many articles and books. Although he retired at 80 years of age, his lessons live on through his students.
Anthony inspired his friends, family, and medical team during his recent battle with cancer. We witnessed his strength, determination, tenacity and bravery. He was awarded the Kimmel
Cancer Center “Spirit of Courage Award” in November 2013.
Anthony and Eleanor enjoyed many “good times” together and with their treasured friends and family. They especially enjoyed travel to Italy, the California vineyards, and Hawaii. Although our loss is painful right now, he will want us to turn away from the sadness and celebrate his life. He will want us to remember “good times”.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Tuesday April 29th 9:45-10:45 am at the Church of the Holy Family 226 Hurffville Road, Washington Twp. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 am. Entombment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Chews Landing. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.egizifuneral.com
In memory of Anthony DiPrimio PhD, our family would like to honor and thank the following physicians with in lieu of flowers to the Jefferson Foundation 125 S. 9th Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19107. Attention! Paul Gunther
William Kevin Kelly, DO
Jefferson Kimmel Cancer Center
Professor, Department of Medical Oncology
Faith Young, MD
Jefferson Kimmel Cancer Center
Associate Professor, Palliative Care
“A Life Well Lived
Is Worth Remembering”
Margaret Karpinski
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Dr. DiPrimio was a great teacher and an even greater man. He led by example and was a tremendous help to me when needed. He allowed me to teach the students in his HURM program at Holy Family and I will be forever grateful for knowing such an outstanding individual.
Margaret Karpinski
Charles & Rosemary DeFusco
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Anthony and I were brothers-in-law. But in realty, the key word is brothers. He was a wonderful person to have as a brother and friend. In my teen years he introduced me to things like tripe at the South Philly Grill, roast beef at Nick's, and target shooting at the range. While he was attending Villanova Law School he accompanied me to a meeting with the dean to argue for my admission to the undergraduate school. He was a true friend who brought happiness to me and to countless others. Rosemary and I will surely miss him. God bless you.
Heather Siefken
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Dr. DiPrimio was such an influential piece of the HURM program at Holy Family University. I know I can speak for many when I state he will be deeply missed. Hoping his family can find comfort in all their memories of him. Rest in peace Dr. DiPrimio.
Art Furia
left a message on April 28, 2014:
I will ALWAYS remember with great fondness the joy and laughter and humor Anthony created for all of us at family occasions, whether to celebrate my college graduation or so many weddings, milestone birthdays and reunions. There is only ONE Godfather, Anthony DiPrimio. He's now tell tell jokes and educating all those who have passed before him and who he now joins. God Bless him.
Joseph Pinto
left a message on September 8, 2014:
Dear Di Primio Family,
Just today,Sept 8th, I read in the LaSalle Alumni Magazine, of the passing of Tony. I worked with him in the mid-seventies at the Federal Reserve bank of Philadelphia and shared an office with him for two years. We worked on self-instructional training materials for new hires to the bank. Tony was a significant influence on me in several ways--- he taught me how to navigate the treacherous waters of corporate politics, he was responsible for my interest in wine and great food , and he had abroad range of renaissance-type interests in culture, history and art. he became a big "brother" to me in those two years and I never forgot his influences. While I had not seen him in many years,my memories of him linger to this day as one of several people who influenced me in my growth as a professional long after I left the Fed for Wall Street, a decision influenced by him which significantly impacted my professional career.
May God have mercy on his soul
Joe Pinto
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Nanette Gambone
left a message on April 28, 2014:
One of the finest gentlemen we've ever met. God bless and keep "uncle" Anthony. We are keeping all of his family and friends in our hearts and prayers. He will surely be missed, but never forgotten.
Frank and Nanette Gambone
Alberina Schiavo
left a message on April 27, 2014:
Our Favorite Uncle - It saddens us to know we will never sit around the table eating, talking and laughing with you again but in our hearts you will never be gone. Our times together were many and we miss you already. You are in our prayers Aunt Ellie, Denise, Victor, Nickolas, Tony and Dawne
Love, Joe & Alberina
Ann Stumpo
left a message on April 26, 2014:
Ele Pie and family...Have many pleasant memories and happy times spent together during all these years with Anthony. He will never be forgotten. My sincere sympathy with the family on such a great loss. Love, Annie Pie
Raymond & Carmella DiPrimio
left a message on April 26, 2014:
To Anthony's family, our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather! We enjoyed our days with Anthony and Ellie. We shall miss him immensely!!
Raymond DiPrimio,DPM & Carmella
Anthony DiPrimio
left a message on April 26, 2014:
My dad is alive. He is well, at peace, and joyful. He is in the presence of the Father Almighty. He has looked upon His Son, Jesus Christ, seeing firsthand the marks He bore for him. My dad is beginning to understand the depth of His love, and I can only imagine the scene that he entered the moment he was delivered from this life. In his final six months here, my dad learned what really mattered: not accomplishments, of which he had many, but the deep, caring love of his family, peace and hope, and a real relationship with the One who created him, bled and died for him, and brought him to his heavenly Father. He called on Jesus to be his Lord and his Savior, and so, today, my dad lives according to what the Lord Himself spoke, “I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live; and whosoever lives and believeth in me shall never die” (John 11:25-26). And also, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me” (John 14:6). But also, as Dad said, "When all you have is Jesus, you realize that Jesus is all you need." May we find comfort in knowing my dad took all this to heart - and so, he lives! And God bless my mom, who was there for all 60 years of their marriage, caring for him - for better, and for worse. May the Lord comfort her beyond all measure.
ADP, Jr.
Marla DeFusco
left a message on April 28, 2014:
The last time I saw Uncle Anthony, we were talking about our different treatments we were going through, he looked at me with a big smile and said "Ahhhh, we have nothing to complain about!" A fighter til the end. Aunt Ellie, Denise, Victor, Nick, Tony and Dawne, I hope you can find comfort knowing in knowing he is at peace. We are so sorry for the loss of such a great man, and thinking of you.
Love, Marla and Steve DeFusco
Melissa Fender
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Tony was a kind man who welcomed me to Holy Family and helped me to learn from him so that I could carry the work he began. We will all miss him.
Melissa Fender
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony DiPrimio
Dawne Mattson-DiPrimio
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Unfortunately, I really did not get to know my father-in-law, "Dad", as much as I wanted to. But, in the short time that I got to know him, I realized how much I loved him. Anthony, "Dad", was a wonderful man whom I truly admired and had the utmost respect for. He was a fabulous father to his two children, a dedicated, loving husband to his wife, and a great role model to his students and for everyone who got to know him.
I always enjoyed our conversations. We would talk about literature and history, which are two of my favorite subjects, and "Dad" always taught me something new that I did not know. I learned so much from talking to him, because he was so knowledgeable in so many different topics.
Furthermore, I always enjoyed riding together to Delaware to see Denise, Victor, and Nick. "Dad" liked to sit in the back seat and be chauffeured, so he would allow Tony to drive. As we were riding along, he would serenade us with a wide variety of songs ranging from Italian ballads to silly songs like "Oh Susanna!" and "Danny Boy", my personal favorite (only when he sang it). I loved it, and he knew that I loved it, so he would sing for us practically for the entire drive there.
Finally, I just want to say that Anthony, "Dad", is in a much better place than we are. He is with Jesus Christ in heaven and is no longer suffering. He fought bravely as long as he could, and the end of his earthly life was tragic. He is now able to enjoy his new life in the presence of God, and I am very happy for him. Unfortunately, we are expected to continue our lives here on earth without him, which is going to be a difficult task for those loved ones he left behind. But, I know in my heart that I will see him again one day when my time on earth is finished, and I shall look forward to it.
May God bless each and every person who loved and knew my father-in-law, Anthony, "Dad".
Love,
Dawne
Samantha Mancuso
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Dr. DiPrimio was such a sweetheart who always put his students first. I am thankful to have been one of his students, and to have known him. He will be missed, but never forgotten at Holy Family! Keeping him and his family in my prayers!
Renee L. Rosenfeld
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Having had Dr. DiPrimio as a professor while pursing my MBA @ Temple University, I was pleasantly surprised to learn he was on the search committee when I interviewed for the position of HR Director with Holy Family University 15 yrs ago. He told me years later that he provided a positive, personal reference that certainly helped me secure the job! I will also forever be thankful to Dr. DiPrimio for the opportunity to develop the Applied Comp/Benefits/Retirement Plans course for Holy Family University's HR Master's degree program and for his open invitation to teach the course as my schedule permitted.
Loved by his students and respected by his peers, Dr. DiPrimio will certainly be missed by all of us in the Holy Family community.
- Renee L. Rosenfeld, Asst VP for Human Resources, Holy Family University
Tommy Beck
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Dr. DiPrimio was an absolute professional and a great teacher. I had the pleasure of being his student as an undergrad then again in the masters program almost a decade later! He will be missed and always remembered !
Noel Toney
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Dr.D was awesomeeeee. He always had a joke and dared you not to laugh. His wife always in the back holding him down. We are going to miss you Dr.D. Always in our hearts class of 2014 Noellllllll
tmartinund
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Sande and I are deeply saddened to hear Tony has died. You have our condolences and we will say a few prayers for him, you and your family. In our last conversation, he told me he was ready. He was a great man of accomplishment, but the most extraordinary thing he was, was a wonderful person and the epitome of a gentleman. I admired him more than any associate I have ever had the privilege to work with. I know he is with God and is in a far better place. If we ever can do anything for you and your family, we are eager to do so.
mike mcdermott
left a message on May 6, 2014:
Mrs. Diprimio and family. I am so sorry for your loss. In the few times I spent with your husband and father in his home was a pleasure. Even though he was in pain and not feeling well he always had a smile on his face and would ask me how I was doing. I can tell what a great man he was. It was an absolute pleasure to have known and met him and his wonderful wife and daughter. God bless you all and may he rest in peace with no more suffering.
Mike McD, home care RN.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Cindy Groux
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony DiPrimio
Art Furia
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony DiPrimio
Kathy Ruppel
left a message on April 28, 2014:
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Margaret Karpinski
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Dr. DiPrimio was a great teacher and an even greater man. He led by example and was a tremendous help to me when needed. He allowed me to teach the students in his HURM program at Holy Family and I will be forever grateful for knowing such an outstanding individual.
Margaret Karpinski
Charles & Rosemary DeFusco
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Anthony and I were brothers-in-law. But in realty, the key word is brothers. He was a wonderful person to have as a brother and friend. In my teen years he introduced me to things like tripe at the South Philly Grill, roast beef at Nick's, and target shooting at the range. While he was attending Villanova Law School he accompanied me to a meeting with the dean to argue for my admission to the undergraduate school. He was a true friend who brought happiness to me and to countless others. Rosemary and I will surely miss him. God bless you.
Heather Siefken
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Dr. DiPrimio was such an influential piece of the HURM program at Holy Family University. I know I can speak for many when I state he will be deeply missed. Hoping his family can find comfort in all their memories of him. Rest in peace Dr. DiPrimio.
Art Furia
left a message on April 28, 2014:
I will ALWAYS remember with great fondness the joy and laughter and humor Anthony created for all of us at family occasions, whether to celebrate my college graduation or so many weddings, milestone birthdays and reunions. There is only ONE Godfather, Anthony DiPrimio. He's now tell tell jokes and educating all those who have passed before him and who he now joins. God Bless him.
Joseph Pinto
left a message on September 8, 2014:
Dear Di Primio Family,
Just today,Sept 8th, I read in the LaSalle Alumni Magazine, of the passing of Tony. I worked with him in the mid-seventies at the Federal Reserve bank of Philadelphia and shared an office with him for two years. We worked on self-instructional training materials for new hires to the bank. Tony was a significant influence on me in several ways--- he taught me how to navigate the treacherous waters of corporate politics, he was responsible for my interest in wine and great food , and he had abroad range of renaissance-type interests in culture, history and art. he became a big "brother" to me in those two years and I never forgot his influences. While I had not seen him in many years,my memories of him linger to this day as one of several people who influenced me in my growth as a professional long after I left the Fed for Wall Street, a decision influenced by him which significantly impacted my professional career.
May God have mercy on his soul
Joe Pinto
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Nanette Gambone
left a message on April 28, 2014:
One of the finest gentlemen we've ever met. God bless and keep "uncle" Anthony. We are keeping all of his family and friends in our hearts and prayers. He will surely be missed, but never forgotten.
Frank and Nanette Gambone
Alberina Schiavo
left a message on April 27, 2014:
Our Favorite Uncle - It saddens us to know we will never sit around the table eating, talking and laughing with you again but in our hearts you will never be gone. Our times together were many and we miss you already. You are in our prayers Aunt Ellie, Denise, Victor, Nickolas, Tony and Dawne
Love, Joe & Alberina
Ann Stumpo
left a message on April 26, 2014:
Ele Pie and family...Have many pleasant memories and happy times spent together during all these years with Anthony. He will never be forgotten. My sincere sympathy with the family on such a great loss. Love, Annie Pie
Raymond & Carmella DiPrimio
left a message on April 26, 2014:
To Anthony's family, our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather! We enjoyed our days with Anthony and Ellie. We shall miss him immensely!!
Raymond DiPrimio,DPM & Carmella
Anthony DiPrimio
left a message on April 26, 2014:
My dad is alive. He is well, at peace, and joyful. He is in the presence of the Father Almighty. He has looked upon His Son, Jesus Christ, seeing firsthand the marks He bore for him. My dad is beginning to understand the depth of His love, and I can only imagine the scene that he entered the moment he was delivered from this life. In his final six months here, my dad learned what really mattered: not accomplishments, of which he had many, but the deep, caring love of his family, peace and hope, and a real relationship with the One who created him, bled and died for him, and brought him to his heavenly Father. He called on Jesus to be his Lord and his Savior, and so, today, my dad lives according to what the Lord Himself spoke, “I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live; and whosoever lives and believeth in me shall never die” (John 11:25-26). And also, “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me” (John 14:6). But also, as Dad said, "When all you have is Jesus, you realize that Jesus is all you need." May we find comfort in knowing my dad took all this to heart - and so, he lives! And God bless my mom, who was there for all 60 years of their marriage, caring for him - for better, and for worse. May the Lord comfort her beyond all measure.
ADP, Jr.
Marla DeFusco
left a message on April 28, 2014:
The last time I saw Uncle Anthony, we were talking about our different treatments we were going through, he looked at me with a big smile and said "Ahhhh, we have nothing to complain about!" A fighter til the end. Aunt Ellie, Denise, Victor, Nick, Tony and Dawne, I hope you can find comfort knowing in knowing he is at peace. We are so sorry for the loss of such a great man, and thinking of you.
Love, Marla and Steve DeFusco
Melissa Fender
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Tony was a kind man who welcomed me to Holy Family and helped me to learn from him so that I could carry the work he began. We will all miss him.
Melissa Fender
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony DiPrimio
Dawne Mattson-DiPrimio
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Unfortunately, I really did not get to know my father-in-law, "Dad", as much as I wanted to. But, in the short time that I got to know him, I realized how much I loved him. Anthony, "Dad", was a wonderful man whom I truly admired and had the utmost respect for. He was a fabulous father to his two children, a dedicated, loving husband to his wife, and a great role model to his students and for everyone who got to know him.
I always enjoyed our conversations. We would talk about literature and history, which are two of my favorite subjects, and "Dad" always taught me something new that I did not know. I learned so much from talking to him, because he was so knowledgeable in so many different topics.
Furthermore, I always enjoyed riding together to Delaware to see Denise, Victor, and Nick. "Dad" liked to sit in the back seat and be chauffeured, so he would allow Tony to drive. As we were riding along, he would serenade us with a wide variety of songs ranging from Italian ballads to silly songs like "Oh Susanna!" and "Danny Boy", my personal favorite (only when he sang it). I loved it, and he knew that I loved it, so he would sing for us practically for the entire drive there.
Finally, I just want to say that Anthony, "Dad", is in a much better place than we are. He is with Jesus Christ in heaven and is no longer suffering. He fought bravely as long as he could, and the end of his earthly life was tragic. He is now able to enjoy his new life in the presence of God, and I am very happy for him. Unfortunately, we are expected to continue our lives here on earth without him, which is going to be a difficult task for those loved ones he left behind. But, I know in my heart that I will see him again one day when my time on earth is finished, and I shall look forward to it.
May God bless each and every person who loved and knew my father-in-law, Anthony, "Dad".
Love,
Dawne
Samantha Mancuso
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Dr. DiPrimio was such a sweetheart who always put his students first. I am thankful to have been one of his students, and to have known him. He will be missed, but never forgotten at Holy Family! Keeping him and his family in my prayers!
Renee L. Rosenfeld
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Having had Dr. DiPrimio as a professor while pursing my MBA @ Temple University, I was pleasantly surprised to learn he was on the search committee when I interviewed for the position of HR Director with Holy Family University 15 yrs ago. He told me years later that he provided a positive, personal reference that certainly helped me secure the job! I will also forever be thankful to Dr. DiPrimio for the opportunity to develop the Applied Comp/Benefits/Retirement Plans course for Holy Family University's HR Master's degree program and for his open invitation to teach the course as my schedule permitted.
Loved by his students and respected by his peers, Dr. DiPrimio will certainly be missed by all of us in the Holy Family community.
- Renee L. Rosenfeld, Asst VP for Human Resources, Holy Family University
Tommy Beck
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Dr. DiPrimio was an absolute professional and a great teacher. I had the pleasure of being his student as an undergrad then again in the masters program almost a decade later! He will be missed and always remembered !
Noel Toney
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Dr.D was awesomeeeee. He always had a joke and dared you not to laugh. His wife always in the back holding him down. We are going to miss you Dr.D. Always in our hearts class of 2014 Noellllllll
tmartinund
left a message on April 29, 2014:
Sande and I are deeply saddened to hear Tony has died. You have our condolences and we will say a few prayers for him, you and your family. In our last conversation, he told me he was ready. He was a great man of accomplishment, but the most extraordinary thing he was, was a wonderful person and the epitome of a gentleman. I admired him more than any associate I have ever had the privilege to work with. I know he is with God and is in a far better place. If we ever can do anything for you and your family, we are eager to do so.
mike mcdermott
left a message on May 6, 2014:
Mrs. Diprimio and family. I am so sorry for your loss. In the few times I spent with your husband and father in his home was a pleasure. Even though he was in pain and not feeling well he always had a smile on his face and would ask me how I was doing. I can tell what a great man he was. It was an absolute pleasure to have known and met him and his wonderful wife and daughter. God bless you all and may he rest in peace with no more suffering.
Mike McD, home care RN.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Cindy Groux
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony DiPrimio
Art Furia
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony DiPrimio
Kathy Ruppel
left a message on April 28, 2014:
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony DiPrimio
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