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Ted and Lynn Lyszkowski posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Dear JoAnn, Carla, and Dina:
Lynn and I want to express our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Damian and I met in college in September of 1959, became friends, and attended all the classes together at Temple University?s College of Engineering. We graduated and started working at Burroughs. We worked together for 30 years and also attended Temple University?s night school to get our business degrees. We had a lot of great times during those years. My mind is filled with pleasant memories of Damian.
Lynn and I wish you the best and want you to know that Damian will always be in our prayers, hearts, and thoughts.
With our deepest sympathy,
Ted and Lynn Lyszkowski
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Christine Hoepfl Breed posted a condolence
Friday, December 3, 2004
Everyone has Aunts and Uncles who are not blood related. In all honesty Uncle Damian was more of a "blood relative" than half of my Uncles. No man has ever shown more love and honor than he has to my family. There is not a family occassion that I can remember that Uncle Damian and Aunt Joann were not a part of, from my First Holy Communion to the birth of my two children Michael and Rachel. I remember his undying love for my parents Bob and Judy, as well as his love for Eric and I. My fondest memory was his sense of humor about my dog, Brandy. Or should I say Scotch, Whiskey, and Bourbon. You are forever in my heart, and I am a better person, parent, and child because of you.
I love you!
Christine
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Damian
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This a feeble deserving attempt at sharing who this person was and the events that were milestones in his life or just very nice every day events that some of us shared in, we all knew Damian at different times in his life and in different relationships as Brother, Wife, Child, Brother-in-law, Sister-in-law, Nieces, Nephews, Friends Neighbors, and Coworkers.
Simple Facts:
Born August 20th 1937
Died November 9th 2004
Sixty seven years of life.
Not so simple facts:
Damian was born just three week?s after our Father passed away, he was a special joy for our Mother easing the grief she must have felt at the loss of our Father.
Damian always had a special longing to have known and see our Father, we believe that that longing is now satisfied.
Damian was a really good kid growing up, always stayed neat and clean a trait he carried to this day.
We grew up in South Philly on 17th st near Mifflin where we were surrounded by Aunts, many cousins and our uncle.
Like many members of our family including our mother we attened Francis M Drexel Grammer School.
My wife Theresa has known Damian almost as long as I have as they were in the same third grade class at Drexel , she recalls how our mother prepared us daily for school, neaty dressed and if we had any home work it was completed. She didn?t know me at the time as I was two grades ahead of her and Damian. I don?t know if I would have impressed here as much as Damian did.
As was the custom when were growing up the public school kids went to daily instructions in the Catholic faith preparing for First Holy Communion and Confirmation into the Church, which was at that time all done in the same day, this was a pretty big event in our family, all the family came to celebrate and we received congratulations and gifts. My Favorite PictureIt also was the beginning of learning about the spiritual side of life, to be fulfilled latter in life through our involvements in various movements within the church, Marriage Encounter and the Charismatic Renewal.
From that more simple time in life Damian moved on to Jr High, and High School, also in that period we became involved through our cousins in a local Sports and Social club, Chadmoore AC he played on their football teams and was active in the social side of the club, the relationships that began in the early 1950?s exist till this day. Day then spent some time trying to figure out what to do with his life and after a few years he decided to enter Temple University and earn an associates degree. In that period he also served in the Pennsylvania Air National Guard. Latter in his life he entered Temples evening program earning a Bachelors Degree.
While Damian was studying at Temple and working at Sperry his two beautiful Daughters Carla and Dina were born.
Together as a family we have had our share of trials, in the form Illness?s, loss of love ones, and the breakup of relationships.
Damian and I were gifted with a kind of sick sense of humor we often had our impromptu standup comedy routines maybe at times when we should have been more serious, but this was us, it helped carry us through some difficult times particularly as our Mother and Aunt Josie who we took care of aged an and grew ill. I think it
helped temporarly distract every one from the sadness they were
Feeling.
One particular incident the comes to mind of our Mother being in rehab at Lady of Lourdes after suffering a stroke, upon arriving at the rehab center we found Mom stuck in a corner crying and unable to back out, the staff had encouraged all of us not to baby the patients but to allow them the opptunity to develop what was needed to be self sufficient.
It was a terrible sad sight to see, and what ever prompted us to try something humorous kicked in, we both got a wheel chair and started giving make believe driving lessons, mom started t
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Jo Ann Rossi posted a condolence
Thursday, November 18, 2004
Thankfully, Damian retired 4 1/2 years ago. I say, thankfully, because I never saw him as happy and content as he was during this time. He was so excited about his new experiences. He took up golf and even got a part-time job at River Winds golf course so he could play for free.
He said it was the best job he ever had.
His Father, who died just days before he was born, played Saxaphone in the Army Band. Damian had always wondered if he might have inherited his Dad's talent. So, in the last year, he basically taught himself to play the Saxaphone. He loved it so much that he happily and faithfully practiced and hour or so most days. He would always ask me to identify each song he played. And then he was thrilled when I correctly did so - which was almost every time.
Damian loved cats and his Daughter Dina had 4. But one named "Frosti" simply stole his heart. I will always be grateful for the laughter and sheer joy that Frosti brought to his last years.
Damian and I spent most of our time together these past three years.
They were, without a doubt, the happiest of our 27 years together. I can't imagine his not being a part of my everyday life. But perhaps if I listen very closely, I'll hear him playing heavenly tunes--right along side his Dad.
And I'll sing the words and know that we are still making beautiful music together.
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Matthew Short posted a condolence
Thursday, November 18, 2004
My Godfather
Olives on pizza
Dancing pig
Fun times
A Star Trek Telephone
The Batman Movie
Hot tub
Eating Water Ice
Remembering Uncle Damian
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Michael Short posted a condolence
Thursday, November 18, 2004
A Day at the Golf Course
One thing I remember about Uncle Damian is the day that we went golfing together. It was a hot summer day, and when I woke up in the morning, I was ready to golf.
When Uncle Damian and I got to the golf course, I remember being nervous because I wasn't very good at golf. On my first shot, I hit the ball straight into the woods, and the rest of the afternoon was similar in the way we both played.
Neither of us did very well, but I remember having alot of fun with Uncle Damian.
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Megan Short posted a condolence
Thursday, November 18, 2004
A Box of Chocolates
My memory is one that I remember like the back of my hand. It was on "Dad's Night" in the 1st grade.
My Dad had already agreed to go with Michael, and I was very upset.
I decided to call Uncle Damian, to see if he would go with me, and of course he said Yes. The next night, as I was getting ready, the doorbell rang. I was so excited, and as I opened the door, I saw Uncle Damian with a box of chocolates in his hand, just for me.
I felt like a Princess. What made me feel even better was that Michael was jealous because he didn't get some candy. That evening we learned how to juggle, spin a basketball on our fingers, and much more. When the night was finally over I gave Uncle Damian a huge hug, and I walked up my driveway feeling like the luckiest girl in the 1st grade.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Thursday, November 18, 2004
In Loving Memory of Damian
My name is Meng, one of the youngest of eleven children in a family of 13. I wanted to speak on behalf of my family in how we remember Damian; about how much he has given to us, and how we shall continue to remember Damian.
We are what some might consider an ?American Dream? story, but for me or anyone else in my family to acknowledge such a reality we have to tell the later part of the story. This is the part of the American Dream that I remember and am able to tell on my own.
We lived in Illinois IL for two?plus years when we were first sponsored to the U.S. as refugees. The economically depressed area of IL that we had lived in forced my family moved to PA. My father and 2 older siblings took off first to get somewhat established. After a period of time they were able to buy a house for $24K, a major fixer?upper. Then the rest of the family packed up with the bare minimum and headed east as well.
Before I continue on with this story, let me just say that when I speak of Damian I am also speaking about Joann. When the later part of my family moved to PA, we had the bare minimum. Our house was unfurnished and practically empty. It was here in PA, that by some shear luck and fate, we were introduced to this wonderful man, whose name was Damian. It was Damian that my family were able to furnish our house with beds to sleep in comfort, dining tables on which we enjoyed our meals, and sofas and couches by which we could host guests. He practically gave us a house. Why? ? one can only ask. The only answer we can come up with is a man with a genuine heart, one bigger than 1000 giants; a caring and generous man; one who is selfless.
The Prarie State was an economically depressed state, and it was mainly the reason why my family headed east. We came to PA in search for jobs. Damian helped some of my older siblings in the job search process such as filling out the application as our English was still poor. He helped my sister, Teav Kheng and my brother?in?law, Jim buy their first house as well as some other extended relatives as they were starting off with their own family. It was a house that still brings back fond memories.
Beyond getting us to our feet, Damian helped assimilate us into the American lifestyle and culture. He gave my family a first Christmas to remember and many more to follow. Even to this day, this first Christmas is one of my fondest childhood memories. I remember there were foods of all sorts ? from hot roast beef sandwiches to fried rice, egg rolls to cookies and deserts of all kinds. I remember receiving my first Christmas gift, it was a board game called Bezerk. It?s one thing to give presents to a few people, but to a family of 13 where each of us received something, it could only be the act of a generous, giving person; a person that lucky ones like my family had the privilege to know. But mine was only one among many, there were my extended relatives too that Damian gave with his kind heart. My parents don?t have many pictures of when we were young, but this was one event where there were pictures that captured part of our American Story.
Kids tend to remember their birthdays and hold the fun ones in their memories. My long?lasting memory was that of a picnic that Damian help organized in Eagleville, PA. While there were swings and see?saws to ride on and kids to play with, I remember the foods. There was a cornucopia of burgers, hot dogs, noodles, fried rice, chicken, cookies, and what not.
One of my other childhood memories was that of a family gathering that Damian also helped organized. If I recall correctly it was held at Joann?s parents house in Pittman, NJ. This was where I first learned how to swim. I remembered there were so many families, and again an abundance of food. There is something about food that teaches us the values of coming and being together. Damian was the catalyst of such values to my family. He had taught my family the values of American family traditions. Today we hold these traditional Amer
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Lighthouse of Deliverance Gospel Church posted a condolence
Monday, November 15, 2004
The Lighthouse of Deliverance Gospel Church Bereavement Ministry offer our condolences to the Rossi Family. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you...and if special prayers are needed please feel free to visit us @ 569 Blackwood-Clementon Rd., Lindenwold, NJ 08021
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Kathy Melfi Mazzio posted a condolence
Friday, November 12, 2004
I just wanted you to know that your family is in my families thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. I remember Damian and his brother well. He was such a nice person.
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Diane Honan posted a condolence
Thursday, November 11, 2004
Dear JoAnn,
I wish I could share these words with you in person at Damian's memorial mass, but my work and girl's after- school schedules prevent me. I am so very sorry for the loss of this very special man in your lives. I will remember Damian for his gentleness and fun sense of humor at those "Thomas" gatherings. I hope our Lord blesses you with a grace to handle this, JoAnn, and your grief is swift and replaced quickly by your wonderful memories of him. I know that your family will strengthen you for they are all so loving and absolutely one of the most beautiful families I ever met. It is my privilege to know all of you. With all my love and prayers, Diane Honan p.s. I hope to be able to visit with you some time with Becky Lou.
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Maggie Striebel posted a condolence
Thursday, November 11, 2004
Dear JoAnn, Carla and Dina,
Please accept my deepest condolances on the death of your husband and father. I met Damian at the AARP Tax Aide class and really enjoyed working with him for the two years he was in the program. His humor, intelligence and general view of the world helped make volunteering at the Deptford Library a treat. I am so sad to hear of his passing.
With deepest sympathy.
Maggie Striebel
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